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OMCA
In January 2017, OMCA reported that MTO had proposed changes to the under-body inspection requirements — from 12,000 km or 30 days, whichever comes first, to 12,000 km or 30 days, whichever comes last. In the regulatory registry, the proposed date for this change to take effect was January 1, 2018.
OMCA has recently learned that the proposed changes to the under-body inspection requirements slated for January 1, 2018 have been delayed. According to sources at the Ministry, the changes cannot take effect without Cabinet approval, something that has not yet happened.
The Ministry is committed to obtaining approvals as expeditiously as possible and expects to obtain approval from Cabinet in March, with a July 1 effective date. All coach operators are encouraged to continue to meet the 12,000 km or 30 days, whichever comes first, in the meantime.
Globe and Mail
Canada's largest school board is looking to allow some travel to the United States — a decision that several school districts across the country have grappled with in light of uncertainty surrounding restrictions at the border.
A Toronto District School Board (TDSB) committee is recommending that school trips to the United States specifically related to high-school competitions for students and professional development for staff be allowed. An overall ban on travel south of the border, which came into effect last spring, would still remain in effect.
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Ontario Northland
Ontario Northland has expanded its bus service westward to include Espanola, Sault Ste Marie, Wawa, White River and many communities in between. The new routes will make life easier for Northerners by connecting our passengers to hospitals and college and university campuses.
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Western Gazette
Ontario is investing up to $170 million in London bus rapid transit.
Steven Del Duca, Ontario minister of transportation, recently announced the government's support of London's BRT project. Mayor Matt Brown and Deb Matthews, MPP of London North Centre, were also in attendance.
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Times Colonist
Repairs to a bridge in northwestern Ontario will take nearly three years and delays have pushed the total cost well over the initial $8 million to $12 million estimate, according to documents obtained by The Canadian Press.
But the Ontario government is refusing to say just how much over, and whether taxpayers will have to foot the bill for fixes to the Nipigon Bridge.
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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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CBC News
Highways in northeastern Ontario present distinct challenges when it comes to preventing collisions.
At least that's according to an expert who once helped police roadways in the region.
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Business Journal News Network
Motor-coach arrivals at Destiny USA increased 46 per cent in 2017 compared to the previous year, the "largest increase ever."
The shopping, dining, and entertainment complex described the data as "large gains once again" in group-travel visitation, according to a news release Destiny USA issued recently.
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Canada's largest museum of art, culture, and nature takes you on an epic journey from 4.5 billion years ago to today.
Over 30,000 spectacular objects. One immersive experience you'll never forget.
Guided tours, dining, and more. Book your group today!
groupsales@rom.on.ca
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Wheels Magazine
Toyota has added weight to speculation that the rotary engine will be reborn as a range extender for electric vehicles, revealing that Mazda is a collaborative partner on its new self-driving vehicle platform.
The platform was revealed beneath the Toyota e-Palette self-driving electric mobility concept, a people-moving autonomous bus revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
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windsoriteDOTca
The Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence are a celebration of success and recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to Ontario's tourism industry. The Tourism Employer of the Year award "recognizes an organization that has developed an admirable reputation as a great place to work, and established itself as an upstanding example of Ontario's tourism industry."
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The Oshawa Express
With $6.5 million in annual spending by domestic and international tourists in Canada, sports tourism is considered by many as the fastest growing segment of the industry.
The momentum has crossed over locally, with several sporting events expected to spark millions in economic activity in the region over the next few years.
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The Wellington Advertiser
Come September many of the yellow buses taking students to school will be emblazoned with a different name.
Wellington-Dufferin Student Transportation Services (WDSTS), the consortium in charge of busing for local school boards, recently awarded new tenders for all 483 bus routes in its catchment area.
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The Manitoulin Expositor
The Manitoulin Tourism Association (MTA) held its annual general meeting on Dec. 8 at the community centre in Sandfield.
Following a welcome by MTA Director Stan Ferguson and a buffet dinner catered by Island Youth Entrepreneurs, the guest speaker, Rod Raycroft was introduced. Mr. Raycroft is the executive director at Northeastern Ontario Tourism (NeONT) and he began his talk with an introduction to that organization, outlining that Bernadette Lindsey is responsible for sales and product development, Jordan Nicksy, the digital guru, Sandy Siren in charge of marketing and Carrie Graham an organizational authority.
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CNN
The number of trips made by global travellers surged seven per cent last year, according to new projections from the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Meanwhile, trips to the U.S. fell by about four per cent.
The decline, which follows a two per cent drop in 2016, allowed Spain to overtake the U.S. as the second-most visited country in the world. Spain welcomed an estimated 82 million visitors last year, up nine per cent from 2016. The number of trips to the U.S. was roughly 73 million.
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