Durham teachers hit the picket lines
(Photo by Chris Jones) Elementary teachers across Durham Region, including those at David Bouchard Public School, hit the picket lines on Thursday. The ETFO and provincial [...]
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New ads showcase skilled trades as a viable first option
With the Ford government saying Ontario faces a lack of skilled works, the province is hoping to attract more people to skilled trades through a series of ads. Ontario’s [...]
Province making final move away from old health cards
The provincial government is starting the final transition away from red and white health cards. As of July 1, 2020, the traditional cards will no longer be accepted for [...]
No report cards this term for Durham elementary students
By Dave Flaherty/The Oshawa Express Due to continued labour-related school interruptions, elementary students in Durham Region will not be receiving first-term report cards. [...]
Automotive museum gets a lift
The Canadian Automotive Museum has received a $49,000 capital grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to cover costs for a new roof and improvements to a freight [...]
Winter harsh on pets too, Ontario SPCA warns
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society are reminding pet owners to take extra precautions to keep animals safe and comfortable during extreme cold weather. When the temperature [...]
Ontario creating scholarships in memory of Iran plane crash victims
The Ontario government has announced plans to create scholarships in memory of the 57 Canadians killed in a plane crash earlier this month in Tehran, Iran. The crash, which [...]
Number of smokers down in Ontario
By Chris Jones/The Oshawa Express According to a report from Public Health Ontario, Ontarians are butting out and fewer people are smoking. The 2018 Ontario Tobacco [...]
Boys and Girls Club after school programs get $715,000
Durham MPP Lindsey Park announces $715,000 in funding for after school programs at the Boys and Girls Club of Durham. (photo courtesy of Lindsey Park MPP) By Dave [...]
Province offering financial aid to parents during school strikes
The provincial government is planning to offer eligible parents up to $60 per day in financial assistance during strikes that close down schools and child care centres. [...]