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OMCA
Members of OMCA are invited to register now for this year's OTE Conference and Trade Show, taking place April 9-12 at the International Plaza Hotel and the International Centre, Hall 5. Members received an e-blast registration guide for OTE on Jan. 10. Please refer to it for your login information.
We have a great line up of education sessions and networking opportunities. Be sure to get the latest information on key industry topics that affect your operations and discover new tools to improve your organization. OTE is the place to expand your professional network and elevate your business. Check out the OTE website for more information and follow us on Facebook and Twitter! #OTE2017
- Click here to register now
- View the program agenda
- Book your accommodations
OMCA
If you haven't already registered, there is still space available in the Feb. 2, 2017 P.R.I.D.E. Recertification Program.
• Click here to register or visit http://bit.ly/PRIDE-form
• Please register by Monday, Jan. 16.
The next program is scheduled on Apr. 27 so Signing Authority renewals coming due from January to April should consider attending the Feb. 2 program.
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OMCA
OMCA would like to remind provincially regulated motor coach operators of the pre-boarding requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act that took effect Jan. 1, 2017. Provincially regulated motor coach operators must ensure proper signage for passengers indicating route, direction or stop and the signage must be clear, visible, and consistently placed amongst all vehicles. The regulations are below for those looking for more detail and specifications for signage.
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Ottawa Tourism
In an interview with Ottawa Tourism, Marc Laplante, who is the Vice-President at 417 Bus Line, said that when he found out about all the great things going on in 2017, he knew that he had to be a part of the celebration.
"I contacted Guy Laflamme and asked if we could work together," Laplante said. Laflamme is the Executive Director at Ottawa 2017, the bureau who is spearheading much of Ottawa's exciting 2017 celebrations. From that conversation, Laplante said, three special 2017-themed buses were formed.
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TTC CEO Andy Byford believes that 2017 will be a huge year for Toronto's transit system. It certainly looks that way on paper. The first addition to the subway route in 15 years is slated to open late in 2017, fare payment will fully convert to a smart card system, and the WiFi rollout is expected to reach every station.
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The Royal Canadian Mint in Ottawa offers the opportunity to bring a truly and authentic Canadian cultural experience to groups of all sizes throughout the year. Our tours are offered in both English and French and provide your group the opportunity to experience the fascinating process of coin production.
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NetNewsLedger
Getting around northwestern Ontario will be easier if Kasper Mini-Bus has anything to say about it. The company currently offers service from Thunder Bay to Sioux Lookout and Longlac and all points in between.
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Ottawa Citizen
A future in which driverless cars shuttle people here, there and everywhere, may still be a long way off, but many of the key players who could make that future a reality have set up shop in Ottawa.
Simply put, things are starting to get interesting for tech in the capital again.
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Sarnia & Lambton County will be celebrating Canada’s birthday in true Canadian style.
We invite you to join us on the new Red & White Birthday tour themed in our nation’s patriotic colours.
Tour highlights include; Canadian art, wine, floral gardens, live theatre and even some Moose!
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Explore Four Points by Sheraton hotels across Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick & Nova Scotia for OMCA group blocks. We have what matters most like comfortable beds, delicious breakfast, fast & free WiFi, and great local beer with Best Brews™. Submit an RFP and enjoy exclusive offers for OMCA members.
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CBC News
Canadian port cities expect to get an economic boost this summer from an influx of cruise visitors attracted by a low loonie and the country's 150th birthday celebrations.
Ports across Atlantic Canada, Quebec and British Columbia are anticipating a surge in cruise traffic.
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The Province via Canada Newswire
To mark the occasion, the accommodation experts at Hotels.com have compiled a list of seven quintessential Canadian experiences to try in the next 12 months that will take you from the crowded city to the natural wonders that define the nation.
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Discover more than 150 remarkable works by this modern indigenous master.
Alex Janvier, Untitled, 1986, NGC, Ottawa. Photo © NGC
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Blockbuster musicals and award-winning productions from around the world come to four Mirvish theatres in the heart of downtown Toronto. MORE
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Sudbury Star
Sudbury's city council voted 8-5 to proceed with the phase two bid for the 2021 Canada Summer Games. This despite the fact would cost Sudburians about $3 million to host the game if the city wins the bid.
Following a presentation by the bid committee, council engaged in a long debate about the merits and risks of the bid, but in the end, most councillors saw the games as a good opportunity to attract talent, money and prestige to the city.
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Hotel News Now
Attracting millennial guests is important, but hiring millennials is also key. Here's what hoteliers had to say about attracting young employees — at the corporate level and in the hotel—and keeping them on the job.
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If you haven’t been to Sudbury lately, you just haven’t been to Sudbury!
Discover Northern Ontario’s most popular tourist attractions – Science North & Dynamic Earth – Home of the Big Nickel. Science North and its team of Bluecoat scientists are known around the world for its unique style of science entertainment and education.
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Hear horses clopping down the road and the clanging of the Blacksmith while smelling the aroma of open hearth cooking!
Come visit Landis Valley, the largest living History Penn Dutch Village in the Country.
AAA Rated: A Must SEE & GEM.
Don’t miss out on this Lancaster Treasure!
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Multibriefs
In an effort to enhance the overall content of OMCA Report, we'd like to include peer-written articles in future editions. As a member of OMCA, your knowledge of the industry lends itself to unprecedented expertise. And we're hoping you'll share this experience with your peers through well-written commentary. Make 2017 the year you get published as an expert in your field! Our group of talented editors can help with final edits. If you're interested in participating, please contact Ronnie Richard to discuss logistics.
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Tropicana Atlantic City is a 24-hour gaming destination located on the beach and Boardwalk. Featuring 2,079 hotel rooms and home of The Quarter, a 200,000 square foot entertainment complex, Tropicana is the premier resort in Atlantic City. With 24 restaurants, 25 shops, 18 bars and lounges, 2 pools, and a spa, Tropicana was highlighted as one of the “Coolest Casinos in the World” by PopSugar.
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CBC News
Critics have raised concerns about how services like Uber create more part-time or freelance workers, instead of full-time employees with benefits. There is uncertainty about who will the cover the cost of health care, employment insurance, Old Age Security and other social services since many of these programs are traditionally paid for by employers and employees.
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