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Toronto Pearson hosts airport-wide, multi-employer job fair

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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On Tuesday, January 31, Pearson is hosting an airport-wide job fair for 32 employers looking to fill more than 400 positions.

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  • On Tuesday, January 31, Pearson is hosting an airport-wide job fair for 32 employers looking to fill more than 400 positions.
  • As the largest airport in Canada, Toronto Pearson is home to a diverse workforce akin to a small city.
  • Before the pandemic, the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) employed just 1,500 of the 50,000 people who work at Pearson.
  • For more information on Toronto Pearson's job fair, please visit torontopearson.com/careers .

Eastlink Fibre Upgrade nears completion in Mindemoya

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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MINDEMOYA, ON, Jan. 26, 2023 /CNW/ - Eastlink confirmed today that it has begun to connect residents in Mindemoya to its newly upgraded fibre network bringing high speed internet to residents and businesses in the town.

Key Points: 
  • MINDEMOYA, ON, Jan. 26, 2023 /CNW/ - Eastlink confirmed today that it has begun to connect residents in Mindemoya to its newly upgraded fibre network bringing high speed internet to residents and businesses in the town.
  • "We are so pleased to be building fibre into this community as part of the federal government's Universal Broadband Fund program," said Eastlink CEO, Jeff Gillham.
  • "We're very happy with our progress as we near completion of our fibre network build.
  • Eastlink expects the Mindemoya upgrade to be fully completed this spring.

OREA Celebrates 100 Years of Realtors® Building Stronger Communities

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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TORONTO, Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) is celebrating its 100th anniversary, commemorating the last century of organized real estate.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) is celebrating its 100th anniversary, commemorating the last century of organized real estate.
  • OREA was founded in 1922 with a vision to organize real estate activities province-wide and to bring higher standards to the profession.
  • OREA continues to work to establish Ontario REALTORS® as North American leaders in professionalism in the industry.
  • “Over the next 100 years, we strive to build even stronger communities across Ontario by providing world class services, cutting edge advocacy, and standing up for Members at every turn.”
    Through education, advocacy, and support services, OREA is looking ahead to the future and building on that foundation to enhance value to Members and their communities.

Ontario Home Builders’ Association calls on province to audit major municipalities’ collection and use of growth funding charges

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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Toronto, Ontario, Nov. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Home Builders Association (OHBA) is calling on the Government of Ontario to audit the collection and use of growth funding charges in major municipalities.

Key Points: 
  • Toronto, Ontario, Nov. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Home Builders Association (OHBA) is calling on the Government of Ontario to audit the collection and use of growth funding charges in major municipalities.
  • Municipalities across the province hold reserves in excess of $9 billion, and these reserves are growing rapidly.
  • The Ontario Home Builders Association is the voice of the residential construction industry in Ontario, representing 4,000 member companies organized into 27 local associations across the province.
  • The residential construction industry contributes over $76 billion dollars to Ontarios economy, employing more than 550,000 people across the province.

Ontario Home Builders’ Association calls on province to audit major municipalities’ collection and use of growth funding charges

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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Toronto, ON, Nov. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Home Builders Association (OHBA) is calling on the Government of Ontario to audit the collection and use of growth funding charges in major municipalities.

Key Points: 
  • Toronto, ON, Nov. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Home Builders Association (OHBA) is calling on the Government of Ontario to audit the collection and use of growth funding charges in major municipalities.
  • Municipalities across the Greater Toronto Area collect, on average, $116,000 per new housing unit in development charges, parkland fees and other growth funding charges, and these fees are reflected in the cost of new homes, said Luca Bucci, CEO of OHBA.
  • Municipalities across the province hold reserves in excess of $9 billion and these reserves are growing rapidly.
  • Why does the municipalities own data, submitted to the province, show large and growing surpluses?

Extendicare Announces 2022 Third Quarter Results

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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MARKHAM, Ontario, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Extendicare Inc. (Extendicare or the Company) (TSX: EXE) today reported results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022.

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  • MARKHAM, Ontario, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Extendicare Inc. (Extendicare or the Company) (TSX: EXE) today reported results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022.
  • The pandemic continues to cause volatility in our results, with ongoing mismatches between costs and funding.
  • In Q3 2022, pandemic related spending increased by $0.4 million to $22.5 million from Q2 2022 and was largely offset by provincial funding.
  • Q3 2022 included $1.1 million related to the recovery of 2021 COVID costs, resulting in net unfunded COVID-19 costs from continuing operations of $0.5 million in the quarter.

Bidding opens today for the 2022 Ontario Science Centre eAuction

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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Bidding opens today for the 2022 Ontario Science Centre eAuction, proudly sponsored by RBC, in support of innovative, inspiring and accessible science learning experiences.

Key Points: 
  • Bidding opens today for the 2022 Ontario Science Centre eAuction, proudly sponsored by RBC, in support of innovative, inspiring and accessible science learning experiences.
  • The eAuction closes on October 6 during the RBC Innovators Ball, the Ontario Science Centre's 15th annual fundraising gala.
  • "Whether it's a memorable visit to our Space Hall, building a roller coaster in KidSpark or learning from science educators during a school program, the Ontario Science Centre is inspiring young minds and sparking innovation," says Paul Kortenaar, CEO of the Ontario Science Centre.
  • "I encourage everyone to take part in the Ontario Science Centre eAuction and the RBC Innovators Ball.

Electra's Study on Integrated EV Battery Materials Facility in Ontario Demonstrates Compelling Economics

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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"The scoping study supports our view that an integrated refining-recycling-pCAM battery materials complex in Ontario would deliver compelling economics, emit low carbon emissions and address the onshoring of battery materials needed by the North American automotive industry."

Key Points: 
  • "The scoping study supports our view that an integrated refining-recycling-pCAM battery materials complex in Ontario would deliver compelling economics, emit low carbon emissions and address the onshoring of battery materials needed by the North American automotive industry."
  • The integrated facility will utilize a hydrometallurgical flowsheet and leverage Electra's emerging expertise and permitted refining complex.
  • The scoping study estimates that an NMC 811 battery using materials produced at Electra's integrated facility would be up to 60% less carbon intensive than benchmark values.
  • Electra is pursuing a multi-phased approach to build an integrated battery materials park in Ontario.

Electra Makes Steady Progress in Q1 2022 Towards Commissioning its Cobalt Refinery

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Thursday, May 26, 2022
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"Despite supply chain disruptions and inflationary price pressures caused by the lingering effects of the global pandemic and recent geopolitical developments Electra made considerable progress in Q1, advancing the construction of our expanded cobalt refinery," said Trent Mell, CEO of Electra Battery Materials Corporation.

Key Points: 
  • "Despite supply chain disruptions and inflationary price pressures caused by the lingering effects of the global pandemic and recent geopolitical developments Electra made considerable progress in Q1, advancing the construction of our expanded cobalt refinery," said Trent Mell, CEO of Electra Battery Materials Corporation.
  • Completion of these milestones paves the way for the commissioning of our refinery expansion in Q4 2022, consistent with our expected timelines."
  • We anticipate building on this progress through 2022 and beyond as construction of the refinery is completed and we begin production."
  • Electra has successfully kept the project on schedule to commence dry commissioning in December, despite global supply chain disruptions.

Majority of Ontarians Agree: Government Should Not Tell You How You Must Sell Your Home

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022
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But to do so, Ontarians do not want the government to mandate how you sell your home.

Key Points: 
  • But to do so, Ontarians do not want the government to mandate how you sell your home.
  • The majority of Ontarians (60%) believe homeowners have a right to sell their home by whichever method they feel is best.
  • 6 in 10 also say a homeowner should be given choice when it comes to how and to whom they sell.
  • These bold solutions include increasing housing supply, particularly affordable starter homes, and doubling the land transfer tax rebate for first-time home buyers.