Eastern Ontario

Governments of Canada and Ontario finalize agreement with Umicore Rechargeable Battery Materials Canada Inc. for new plant in Loyalist Township

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario are welcoming an investment from Umicore Rechargeable Battery Materials Canada Inc. to build a new manufacturing plant in Loyalist Township.

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  • The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario are welcoming an investment from Umicore Rechargeable Battery Materials Canada Inc. to build a new manufacturing plant in Loyalist Township.
  • In the last three years, Canada and Ontario have attracted historic new investments by global automakers, EV battery manufacturers and battery materials suppliers.
  • This is the reason why Umicore has chosen Canada and Loyalist Township as the place to build its new electric vehicle battery materials plant, one that will produce green battery components.
  • Umicore has an existing presence in Ontario: its precious metals business in Markham and its emissions catalyst business in Burlington.

BMO Drives Progress for Mental Health Treatment with the Single-Largest Corporate Gift Made to The Royal in its History

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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BMO's donation is the single-largest corporate gift made to The Royal in its history and will provide increased treatment opportunities to people living with severe depression and difficult-to-treat depression.

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  • BMO's donation is the single-largest corporate gift made to The Royal in its history and will provide increased treatment opportunities to people living with severe depression and difficult-to-treat depression.
  • Of those, one in three say their needs for mental health care are not fully met with existing services and treatments.
  • The BMO Innovative Clinic for Depression will offer increased treatment access, develop additional research opportunities, and link to other available treatments and services at The Royal.
  • "Moreover, in the community, BMO has demonstrated their deep commitment to improving the lives of people challenged by mental illness."

Labour force challenges remain in Ontario, where construction activity continues to rise

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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It finds that labour markets for many of Ontario’s construction trades and occupations were strained at the end of 2022.

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  • It finds that labour markets for many of Ontario’s construction trades and occupations were strained at the end of 2022.
  • Meanwhile, the province’s non-residential sector continues to be buoyed by a long list of major projects in nearly every region.
  • The construction industry remains focused on building a more diverse and inclusive labour force.
  • Increasing the participation rate of women, Indigenous People, and new Canadians could help Ontario’s construction industry address its future labour force needs.

Global Telecom Towers Market Report to 2027: Connecting/Improving Connectivity to Rural Areas and Improving & Catering to Increasing Data Needs Drives Growth

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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The increasing emphasis on improving internet connectivity in rural areas is one of the major factors stimulating the deployment and improvisation of the telecom infrastructure in these areas, thereby aiding the market's growth.

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  • The increasing emphasis on improving internet connectivity in rural areas is one of the major factors stimulating the deployment and improvisation of the telecom infrastructure in these areas, thereby aiding the market's growth.
  • Smartphone penetration, raising awareness, increasing penetration of digital technologies, and investments from several organizations and governments are increasing the adoption of internet connection in these regions.
  • In the operator-owned telecom tower segment of the market studied, multiple mobile network operators (MNOs) are responsible for the towers' construction, functioning, and maintenance.
  • The initiative is part of Rogers' ongoing commitment to expand service and improve connectivity for underserved communities, including rural and remote regions.

EXIT Realty Eastern Ontario Named EXIT’s Region of the Year

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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Mississauga, ON, Nov. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXIT Realty Eastern Ontario was named International Region of the Year by EXIT Realty Corp. International.

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  • Mississauga, ON, Nov. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXIT Realty Eastern Ontario was named International Region of the Year by EXIT Realty Corp. International.
  • Plant joined EXIT in 2004 as a sales representative with EXIT Realty Matrix in the greater Ottawa area, assuming a management role with the brokerage in 2008.
  • He acquired the subfranchisor rights to Eastern Ontario in 2015, responsible for expanding EXITs footprint across the region.
  • About EXIT Realty: EXIT Realty is a company founded and built on human potential.

Ontario Health Coalition releases new report on the spread of COVID, LTC outbreaks, hospitalizations & deaths that raises red flags despite the Ford government’s suppression of COVID Data

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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There were 9 active outbreaks in LTC homes, retirement homes and congregate living settings.

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  • There were 9 active outbreaks in LTC homes, retirement homes and congregate living settings.
  • Chatham-Kent: From October 9- October 15 there were 76 new active confirmed cases and 3 active outbreaks in group homes and retirement homes.
  • Halton: As of October 12, there were 12 active outbreaks in Haltons hospitals, LTC homes and retirement homes.
  • There are 2 active outbreaks in long-term care, 2 in congregate care settings and 5 active outbreaks in retirement homes in Huron Perth.

3M and United Way partner to provide more than 4,000 free meals for those in need throughout local communities this Fall

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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3M Harvest Lunch began as a local initiative 18 years ago, in partnership with United Way Elgin Middlesex in London, Ontario.

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  • 3M Harvest Lunch began as a local initiative 18 years ago, in partnership with United Way Elgin Middlesex in London, Ontario.
  • It is imperative that organizations step up to help, and 3M is committed to helping to build and enhance strong, vibrant communities.
  • The communities in London, Elgin, Middlesex, Brockville, Perth, and surrounding areas can help support the 3M Harvest Lunch by purchasing meals for those in need by visiting the local United Way chapter in the area.
  • We are proud to partner with the United Way to further expand the reach and impact of the 3M Harvest Lunch across Ontario."

Ontario’s construction market sees sustained demand through 2026, with potential recruiting challenges in all regions

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
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The shortened forecast period allows the reports to focus more clearly on short- and long-term demand and supply pressures impacting the provinces construction sector.

Key Points: 
  • The shortened forecast period allows the reports to focus more clearly on short- and long-term demand and supply pressures impacting the provinces construction sector.
  • These increased demands alongside supply chain disruptions and sluggish labour force growth contributed to recruiting challenges across all regional markets throughout the province.
  • Ontarios construction and maintenance industry showed tremendous resilience throughout the pandemic in 2020, says Bill Ferreira, Executive Director of BuildForce Canada.
  • Regional construction activity is expected to reach a peak in 2022 before moderating through the end of the forecast period.

St Lawrence College to Host its EOCC SLC - Construction Fair Using vFairs on March 15, 2022

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Thursday, March 10, 2022
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ONTARIO, Canada, March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The St. Lawrence College (SLC) has announced it is hosting its Eastern Ontario College Consortium (EOCC) SLC - Construction Fair on Mar 15, 2022, using the vFairs platform.

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  • ONTARIO, Canada, March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The St. Lawrence College (SLC) has announced it is hosting its Eastern Ontario College Consortium (EOCC) SLC - Construction Fair on Mar 15, 2022, using the vFairs platform.
  • St. Lawrence College is an integral part of the economic life and social fabric of Eastern Ontario, with campuses in Kingston, Brockville, and Cornwall.
  • St. Lawrence College consistently ranks as one of Ontario's leading community colleges, preparing students for the global economy with relevant, practical, and experiential learning opportunities.
  • Offering over 100 full-time programs, St. Lawrence College is a close-knit community of 10,000 full-time students and more than 100,000 alumni.

Rogers 5G Expands to 10 New Communities as Part of Eastern Ontario Regional Network Project

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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TORONTO, March 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications, together with the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN), announced today it has extended its 5G network to reach more residents and businesses across 10 new communities throughout Eastern Ontario. Rogers 5G is now available in the following areas:

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  • Earlier this year, Rogers lit up 5G in eight communities as part of this partnership.
  • We are proud to be part of this partnership to improve connectivity in Eastern Ontario.
  • Since January 2020, Rogers has enhanced its wireless networks across more than 200 Ontario communities; at the same time, Rogers has delivered fixed broadband network upgrades to nearly 100 communities across the province.
  • Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) strives to fuel economic development and growth by working regionally to improve and leverage broadband access and cell connectivity.