Tag: Ontario
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Ontario Workers Rally Against Full-Time Office Mandate in Mississauga
Ontario Workers Rally Against Full-Time Office Mandate in Mississauga Mississauga, Ontario — A group of government and public-sector workers gathered outside a prominent office building on Monday, voicing strong opposition to a mandate requiring full-time in-office work. The demonstrators chanted for a better work-life balance and flexible work arrangements, arguing that the policy disregards productivity,…
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Ford promises fixes as Toronto’s privatized recycling system hits a rough start with blue-bin backlog
Ontario Premier Promises Fixes for Privatized Recycling in Toronto Ontario Premier Doug Ford has signaled that the province will adjust its approach to residential recycling if needed, following a rocky start for the newly privatized system in Toronto. By Monday, several blue recycling bins remained full and uncollected in some neighborhoods, highlighting growing pains in…
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Ontario workers rally against full-time office mandate in Mississauga
Protest in Mississauga highlights demand for work-life balance Chanting “work-life balance,” a group of Ontario government workers gathered outside their Mississauga office building on Monday to protest a directive mandating a full-time return to the office. The demonstration drew attention from co-workers, local residents, and union organizers who say the policy undermines flexibility that workers…
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Pedestrian hit on Phillip Street in Waterloo; police investigating
Police investigate after pedestrian struck on Phillip Street, Waterloo A pedestrian was struck on Phillip Street in Waterloo, and Waterloo regional police on scene are conducting an investigation. The incident occurred on a weekday afternoon, with officers and emergency responders responding to the scene after authorities posted an update on X, formerly known as Twitter,…
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Pedestrian hit on Phillip Street in Waterloo; police investigating on scene
Incident Overview: Pedestrian Collision on Phillip Street A pedestrian was struck on Phillip Street in Waterloo, prompting a response from police who remained on scene as investigations began. The Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) said they were aware of the incident and provided updates via X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, shortly after 1:30…
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How to Avoid Winter Moose Collisions on Ontario Roads
Ontario Drivers Urged to Be Vigilant on Winter Roads As temperatures plummet across northern Ontario, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are issuing a clear warning to motorists: expect more wildlife on or near highways. Moose, drawn by salt and easier travel in harsh conditions, are increasingly wandering onto roads, creating dangerous situations that can end…
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Winter Moose Collisions: OPP Driver Tips for Safer Roads
OPP urges vigilance as moose move toward highways With plummeting temperatures and the search for salt, moose are increasingly drawn toward northern Ontario roads. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) warns drivers to stay alert, reduce speed, and anticipate wildlife activity as winter conditions intensify. While moose sightings are a natural part of rural northern travel,…
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How to Avoid Winter Moose Collisions, OPP Advises Drivers
Introduction: A Sharp Reminder for Winter Driving As temperatures drop across Ontario, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are issuing a clear warning: moose are moving closer to highways in search of salt and easier travel. With plummeting conditions, drivers must stay alert and prepared. Wildlife activity on rural and northern roads has increased, raising the…
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Rare Lynx Family Sighting: Northwest Ontario Crossing Catches Police Video
Rare Lynx Family Crossing Captured on New Year’s Eve A remarkable wildlife moment unfolded in northwest Ontario as a family of lynx was captured crossing a road, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported. The video, shared by the Armstrong detachment, shows a mother lynx and her two young offspring stepping carefully across the pavement, offering…
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Rare Lynx Family Crossing Road Captured by Armstrong OPP in Northwest Ontario
A Rare New Year Sighting in Northwest Ontario As 2025 drew to a close, residents in northwest Ontario witnessed a moment that wildlife lovers will likely remember for years. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Armstrong posted video footage on New Year’s Eve showing a family of lynx crossing a road. The clip, which quickly…