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OMCA
Don't miss out on our Early Bird rates for the Ontario Transportation Expo! The Early Bird deadline has been extended through March 23, and regular rates will go live on March 24.
OMCA
We invite you to participate in an exciting new opportunity for a valuable work/learning experience for tourism students being offered by the OMCA through its new Internship Program. Group travel planning and delivery is a very special kind of tourism experience, and we are hoping that through this program we can all help the future leaders in our industry get their start!
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OMCA
Registration is now open for the 2018 OMCA Marketplace, Windsor, ON, Nov. 11-14.
This year we are offering free registration for OMCA Tour Operator members, with a maximum two (2) delegates per company, per booth (including one appointment-taking delegate). In addition, we are also pleased to offer complimentary hotel accommodations for qualifying Buyers. For conditions and further information, please see our website or contact Mardi Schueler at mardi@omca.com for more details. We hope to see you all in November!
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Canada Newswire
School bus drivers at First Student Canada in Southwestern Ontario ratified a new collective agreement that increases earning and better reflects the scope of the important work that they perform.
The union representing members of the bargaining units from Owen Sound/Wiarton and Port Elgin/Kincardine says that the gains in this collective agreement go a long way towards ensuring that school bus drivers have decent work, but more needs to be done across the province.
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Government of Ontario
Ontario is supporting 36 arts and cultural events this spring and summer to strengthen and grow cultural tourism and draw visitors to communities across the province.
Glenn Thibeault, MPP for Sudbury, made the announcement, on behalf of Daiene Vernile, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, at Science North in Sudbury.
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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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MSN
Ride-sharing services may compete with public transportation in some cities, but in one Texas city, ride sharing is replacing it. Via, a startup with ties to Mercedes-Benz, is replacing bus service in the town of Arlington, reports CBS. Under a new arrangement with Arlington, Via will deploy 10 of its vans, primarily in the city's downtown area.
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London Free Press
The federal government has announced close to $12 billion dollars in infrastructure funding for projects across Ontario — setting the stage for a possible injection of long-awaited federal cash into London's landmark bus rapid transit project.
Federal infrastructure minister Amarjeet Sohi recently said Ontario is getting $11.8 billion for public works projects provincewide over the next 10 years. The biggest chunk – $8.3 billion, close to three quarters of those dollars — is destined for public transit.
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Birchtown, the largest free Black settlement in the 1780’s, where people voted with their feet for freedom. Come experience the Black Loyalist Heritage Centre. Contact our organization any time of the year to arrange for a site tour.
For more information visit: www.blackloyalist.com
or call 1-877-354-0772.
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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
416.586.5801x2
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Government of Ontario
Ontario is widening 18km of Highway 401 in Mississauga and Milton, to improve traffic flow and keep people and goods moving.
Kathryn McGarry, Minister of Transportation and Indira Naidoo-Harris, MPP for Halton, were recently in Mississauga to announce that the province has issued a request for proposals to design and build the highway.
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Sault Online
The Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge marked a major milestone as the 100 millionth traveller crossed the span between Michigan and Ontario.
The International Bridge is the only vehicular crossing between Ontario and Michigan within a 300-mile distance.
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CBC News
Queen's Park will match billions worth of federal infrastructure dollars as part of a new agreement.
The deal means Toronto, which has the lion's share of transit riders in the province, will get some $9 billion for future capital projects ranging from the Scarborough subway extension to the downtown relief line.
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The Manitoulin Expositor
This year Celebrate Ontario is supporting three summer events in Little Current with almost $120,000 in festival funding.
It was recently announced by the province that Haweater Weekend, Manitoulin Country Fest, and Manitoulin's newest festival, Rockin' the Rock, will all be receiving funds from Celebrate Ontario. Haweater Weekend will be receiving $22,650; Country Fest, $70,212; and Rockin' the Rock, $25,000.
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Government of Ontario
Ontario is helping connect communities, create jobs and boost economic growth by increasing support for small and rural communities to improve roads, bridges, wastewater systems and other local infrastructure.
Michael Gravelle, MPP for Thunder Bay-Superior North, on behalf of Jeff Leal, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and Bob Chiarelli, Minister of Infrastructure, was recently in Dorion Township to announce investments for upgrades to the Ouimet Canyon Road Bridge over Coldwater Creek. The existing load-restricted bridge will be replaced by a modern structure, which will enable access to the area's natural attractions for heavy emergency response vehicles, maintenance vehicles, school buses and visitors. Improved access will help increase road safety and create a better quality of life and more economic opportunities for local families and businesses.
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CTV News
Grand River Transit buses running between Ayr and Kitchener or Cambridge could be one year away from being a reality.
Regional councillors recently voted to apply to the province for a grant which would see an Ayr bus route created for a five-year trial.
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