Ontario government offers municipalities $77-million to help offset skyrocketing OPP costs
November 29, 2024
The Ontario government is offering $77-million to help municipalities that rely on provincial police deal with skyrocketing law enforcement costs.Several municipalities have reported double-digit increases in their Ontario Provincial Police bills for 2025, with at least one municipality facing more than double the previous tally.That’s left local leaders looking at additional tax increases – or spending cuts – to cover the unexpected expenses.
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Municipal leaders in the Yukon now have the option of taking an oath to the Constitution or to King Charles during their swearing-in ceremonies, after a new council in one community refused to pledge allegiance to the monarch.Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn says the territory has amended its Municipal Act after Dawson City’s mayor-elect and four new councillors refused to swear an oath to the King during their Nov. 5 investiture ceremony.Governance in the Yukon’s second-largest municipality has been at a standstill since then.
November 29, 2024 - 17:02 | | The Globe and Mail
Health Canada is recalling several Sanrio Hello Kitty dolls due to concerns the hard plastic noses on the dolls can detach, causing a choking hazard for young children.
November 29, 2024 - 16:51 | Sean Previl | Global News - Canada
Municipal leaders in the Yukon now have the option of taking an oath to the Constitution or to King Charles III during their swearing-in ceremonies, after a new council in one community refused to pledge allegiance to the monarch.
November 29, 2024 - 16:51 | The Canadian Press | CTV News - Canada
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