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Ontario Expanding Access to Free Rapid Tests for General Public

 

5 Million Free Rapid Tests Available Each Week at over 2,300 Pharmacy and Grocery Stores Across the Province

To further support the province’s cautious easing of public health measures, the Ontario government is expanding access to free rapid testing kits to the general public for at-home use. As a result of the province’s direct procurement, Ontario will be distributing 5 million rapid tests each week for eight weeks through pharmacy and grocery locations across the province, as well as...

Ontario Extending Health Card Renewal Requirement

Individuals Have Until September 30, 2022 to Renew

The Ontario government is extending the requirement to renew health cards until September 30, 2022.

"In response to the pandemic our government extended the renewal requirements for Ontario health cards," said Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. "While the majority of Ontarians have continued to renew their documents throughout the pandemic, we are committed to ensuring all Ontarians have the opportunity to renew while continuing...

Ontario Takes Action to Protect Students and Children

First Canadian Jurisdiction to Disclose Criminal Proceedings on Public Registers 

To further protect students and children, Ontario is becoming the first Canadian jurisdiction to publicly disclose and make parents and guardians aware of educators that have been involved in sexual abuse and other serious criminal proceedings. Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, joined by Jane McKenna, Associate Minister of Children and Women’s Issues, announced this change to ensure that parents are aware...

Ontario Making Life More Affordable This Tax Season

Province offers wide range of credits for training, childcare and low-income workers

The Ontario government continues to deliver on its commitment to put more money in the pockets of seniors, workers and families by offering tax credits this tax season.

“The people of Ontario work hard and our government understands that taxpayers are under pressure,” said Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance. “As people gear up for another tax season, I want to encourage everyone to explore the credits they...

Special Council Meeting - Cancelled

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
Presentation of the 2022 Operating Budget.

RESCHEDULED TO

Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.
Livestream for the Public at
www.youtube.com/channel/UC8MlwvjOvKwP8dNJEdMOeyw

Please contact the Corporate Services Department at 705-856-2244, extension 222, should you have any questions.

Cathy Cyr, Clerk