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OMCA
Visit OMCA at booth 1439 for a catch-up and a photo op. We look forward to seeing the familiar faces of our OMCA members in Nebraska!
OMCA
Register now for OTE happening April 19-22, 2020. Come and see what is new in the field of bus transportation at the nation’s largest parts & services tradeshow on April 19 and stay in the know with updates and discussions during 3 days of education sessions. Contact info@ote.ca or 416-229-6622 for more information.
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OMCA
The 2020 membership invoices have been processed and are being mailed to you. They are also available online through your My Association portal at www.omca.com. Payments can be made online with a credit card or by mailing a check to the address on the invoice. If you have any questions, concerns or need help logging into your account, please contact info@omca.com.
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London Free Press
From nothing to a full-blown inter-community busing system in Southwestern Ontario stretching from Sarnia to Norfolk County, starting in less than three months.
With five routes linking at least 20 communities in the region, an area hammered by Via Rail and coach line service cuts, the new inter-community busing network funded by the province — at least for the next few years — will lean heavily on a London company whose bread and butter has been moving students and hospital patients.
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TribLIVE
The lack of safety belts in a passenger bus involved in a deadly crash Sunday on the Pennsylvania Turnpike could be a critical factor as civil liability issues unfold, a transportation lawyer said.
Three people — the bus driver and two passengers — died when they were ejected from the bus during the crash. A pair of UPS drivers also died in the pre-dawn crash in Mt. Pleasant Township that involved the bus, three tractor-trailers and a passenger car and sent as many as 60 people to area hospitals.
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With 6 locations in Ontario, and 5 in Quebec, Treetop Trekking is a great way to add an authentic Canadian nature experience to your tours this summer. Find them in the GTA, Muskoka, and near major routes between Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and Niagara Falls. Activities now offered for all ages.
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The Points Guy
One of the things I love most about staying in a hotel, whether in my home city or in some remote corner of the world, is the familiarity.
For years, the blueprint for a hotel was more or less the same, whether you were staying in a $100 room or a $1,000 suite. But that model — a cozy lobby with a front desk and a concierge; a room stocked with miniature toiletries and a turndown service that concluded with a folded duvet and a single chocolate on your pillow — has been transformed.
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CP24
Toronto may not offer the hot weather and sandy beaches that many popular winter vacation destinations do but a new campaign is aiming to convince travellers that there are still plenty of reasons to brave the frigid cold and visit the city.
Tourism Toronto’s “Spotlight Weekends” campaign, which is being launched in collaboration with the City of Toronto, will provide visitors with two for one deals and other discounts on admission at dozens of popular attractions over four different weekends between the end of January and early March (Jan. 31 – Feb. 2, Feb. 7-9, Feb. 21-23 and Feb. 28 - March 1.)
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The home of Canada’s largest casino resort, Canadian whisky, Canada’s best pizza, 18 wineries, Canada’s Southernmost point and more.
Discover more about what your group can do in Windsor Essex at visitwindsoressex.com/groups .
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OttawaMatters
Although a family member of a Westboro bus crash victim says it's a step in the right direction that the City of Ottawa has accepted civil responsibility for the tragic incident, she would still like it to go one step farther.
"It feels validating, finally that they're stepping up and admitting some responsibility behind the accident," said Karen Benvie, daughter of Judy Booth, one of three passengers who died when an OC Transpo double-decker bus struck a steel awning at Westboro Station on January 11, 2019.
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Government of Ontario
Greg Rickford, Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines, recently announced Ontario is investing $250,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) in the Kenora SportsPlex.
The Kenora SportsPlex will be expanded to increase the second-floor viewing area, improve accessibility and maximize use of the playing field area as a regulation-sized field of play. This will allow the centre to attract regional sports tournaments and accommodate more spectators.
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Cruise with CroisiEurope from Montreal to Saint Pierre and Miquelon.
Over 11 Days Travel up the St. Lawrence River from Montreal to Quebec City, Cruise the Saguenay Fjord, See the Beautiful Landscapes of the Magdalen Islands, and go whale watching.
For More Information Visit:
www.CroisiEuropeRiverCruises.com
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Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada - in the heart of downtown Toronto next to the CN Tower. Immerse yourself in a world of 20,000 aquatic animals and discover your own underwater adventure featuring North America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel. Open 365 from 9:00am - 11:00pm. Ripley’s Aquarium is fully accessible.
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CTV News
Bus services in Waterloo Region could see some disruptions in the coming weeks due to a possible strike.
The region confirmed on Tuesday that talks are ongoing with UNIFOR, which represents 700 Grand River Transit and MobilityPLUS workers.
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This holiday season enjoy jubilant performances, festive displays, holiday shopping, and more in the warmth of The Met's galleries.
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Global News
The price of travelling the 407 ETR through the Greater Toronto Area becomes variable by season this year, a move that’s presented as a way to ensure the electronic toll highway doesn’t become congested during busy times of the year.
The 407’s toll rates will generally be highest during the summer from May through October and lowest from February to April.
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From May through August, the University opens its residences to tour groups, conference guests, sports teams, and vacationers visiting the region. Conveniently located downtown and within walking distance of major attractions, the residences allow you to enjoy your stay in Canada’s capital with ease.
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Your Company's Ad Here!
Are you looking to promote your business? The OMCA Report is delivered to the inboxes of motor coach enthusiasts across Ontario!
To find out how to feature your company in the OMCA Report, contact Joseph Gonzales today at 289-695-5420.
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CityNews
York Regional Police have re-released a creative Internet video to talk about the dangers of impaired driving.
The Greater Toronto Area-police service said they have laid over 1,700 charges for impaired-related driving offences in 2019, and they hope public education efforts like this video can help reduce those numbers.
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The National Comedy Center is the United States’ official cultural institution and museum dedicated to presenting the vital story of comedy and preserving its heritage for future generations, as formally designated by the U.S. Congress in 2019.
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Globe and Mail
It’s shaping up to be a very happy new year for e-scooter jockeys in Ontario. The first day of 2020 kicks off a five-year pilot project to test the viability in Ontario of electric kick-scooters, also known as e-scooters — not the sit-down Vespa-style ones, but the stand-up variety.
We’re in for in for a wild, potentially dangerous and undeniably fun ride, but don’t think that these overhyped scooters are a cure for our traffic ailments.
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Bring your Group to discover our world-class dining, retail and arts scene! Tickets are on sale now for Theatre Collingwood’s 2020 Season of exciting performances. MORE
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Bus & Motorcoach News
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) has wrapped up an eventful 2019 that included the delivery of two popular new coach models, and the manufacturer is heading into 2020 with plans to introduce its first battery-electric buses.
“As a company, we had a relatively good year,” MCI President Ian Smart said.
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