News Archive

1. 
   White Nose Syndrome Detected In Ontario Bats
   The first case of bats with white nose syndrome in Ontario has been confirmed in the Bancroft-Minden area.
   March 19, 2010 1:41 PM | Ministry of Natural Resources
2. Ontario Creates 6,200 Summer Jobs For Youth
   As many as 6,200 Ontario students could be employed in Northern Ontario this summer in forestry, tourism, retail and other sectors.
   
   
   March 19, 2010 10:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
3. Language Training Supports Newcomers in the Workplace

   Ontario is supporting 31 language training programs that will help thousands of newcomers land jobs and be more successful in their current jobs.

   March 18, 2010 3:30 PM | Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration
4. Northern Cables Increases Productivity and Competitiveness

   Ontario is helping an eastern Ontario company to modernize operations, expand its product line, and create jobs.

   March 18, 2010 2:45 PM | Ministry of Economic Development and Trade
5. Bruce County Cheese Maker Creates New Products And Jobs

   Pine River Cheese and Butter Co-operative is entering the healthy snack market.

   March 18, 2010 1:30 PM | Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
6. Workplace Safety System Review Panel Named

   An expert advisory panel has been appointed to conduct a comprehensive review of the province's occupational health and safety system.
   

   March 18, 2010 1:00 PM | Ministry of Labour
7. Apple Juice Producer Fined $75,000 After Worker Injured

   Owen Sound, Ont. - Clarksburg-based Golden Town Apple Products was fined $75,000 on March 12 for a violation of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) after a worker was injured.
   

   March 17, 2010 11:30 AM | Ministry of Labour
8. Madoc Cheese Maker Gets Boost

   With the help of provincial funding, Ivanhoe Cheese is making environmental upgrades at its facility to exceed current standards and protect the province's drinking water.

   March 17, 2010 10:30 AM | Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
9. Sweet Expansion Opportunity for Ontario Cookie Company

   The sweet smell of expansion is in the air for Hollandia Bakeries, thanks in part to provincial funding.

   March 16, 2010 2:30 PM | Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
10. Improving French Language Health Services
    March 16, 2010 2:00 PM | Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
11. Ontarians Warned Not To Eat Food Products Contaminated With Listeriosis
    March 12, 2010 3:15 PM | Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
12. 
    Canada Ontario Improve Parks, Trails, Cultural Attractions and Go Transit
    KLEINBURG, ONTARIO - The governments of Canada and Ontario today announced new stimulus funding that will benefit Ontario workers and the economy over the next year, and make improvements to provincial infrastructure for years to come.
    March 12, 2010 2:00 PM | Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
13. Operation Targets Smoke Shack Shoppers

    The Ministry of Revenue seized 135,000 illegal cigarettes during an enforcement operation along the Highway 6 corridor between Caledonia and Hagersville that targeted consumers buying illegal cigarettes.

    March 12, 2010 1:00 PM | Ministry of Revenue
14. Province Upholds Conformity To Growth Plan In Durham Region

    The Province is proposing changes to Durham Region's official plan to strengthen its focus on the efficient use of infrastructure and services, minimizing urban sprawl and supporting job creation.

    March 12, 2010 12:52 PM | Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
15. Canada and Ontario Partner with Hamilton for Cleaner Water
    HAMILTON, ONTARIO - The governments of Canada and Ontario are partnering with the City of Hamilton to support major upgrades for the Woodward Avenue Wastewater Treatment Plant. Federal and provincial funding for these upgrades will help stimulate the local economy, create jobs, and support stronger communities while protecting the environment and improving water quality in the Hamilton Harbour.
    
    March 12, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure