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OMCA
Another successful P.R.I.D.E. Recertification Program was conducted on Saturday, March 12. According to participants, the program was "Very impressive and a wonderful refresher for our skills" and "Well organized and informative." Upcoming Recertification Programs will be held Apr. 28, Jun. 22, Sept. 28 and Nov. 23 at the Admiral Inn, Burlington. Registration information can be viewed at the following link: http://www.osba.on.ca/pride-recertification For those who may have received a notice from MTO regarding "Air Brake Instructor Recertification Training," there was a glitch in the MTO system which has now been rectified. Air Brake Instructor Recertification training will not be required until after Jan. 1, 2017 or beyond. Air brake instructor "refresher" training (not mandatory by MTO), is currently available from the Ontario Safety League.
OMCA
Further to previous OMCA communications regarding potential changes to the requirements
under the Travel Industry Act (TIA), the Ministry has just released a draft regulation and is now
consulting on it. According to the Ministry the purpose of these amendments is to reduce the
regulatory burden and harmonize pricing provisions for all types of travel services.
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Government of Ontario
Ontario is investing in northern highway infrastructure on the north shore of Lake Superior to make travel easier and safer.
Through the Northern Highways Program, the province is investing a total of $18.5 million in two projects.
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Daily Commercial News
Metrolinx has announced the opening of a new $24 million GO Transit bus service and storage facility in Hamilton. The facility, located in the Flamborough region of Hamilton, includes indoor bus storage for up to 40 buses and indoor service bays for fuelling, bus wash, inspection, cleaning and repairs.
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By Ryan Clark
 Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently met with U.S. President Barack Obama to address the barriers that have arisen for tourists and businesses wishing to crossing the U.S.-Canada border. During a televised news conference, the two world leaders outlined ways travel and trade could be both eased and encouraged in the near future, whether by land, rail or air. Events earlier this year proved just how tenuous travellers' freedom to cross the U.S.-Canada border can be.
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Owen Sound Transportation Company (OSTC) is one of Ontario’s largest ferry operators with a highly experienced and dedicated staff providing state-of-the-art passenger, vehicle and cargo transportation services to northern and southwestern Ontario waterways.
Explore the Chi-Cheemaun and Manitoulin Island!
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Toronto Star
Falling TTC ridership is on track to cause a budget shortfall of $30 million this year.
And the cash-strapped city is likely to be on the hook to make up the lost fares, with cutbacks that were already imposed on the TTC's 2016 operating budget leaving little wiggle room, officials say.
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TSN
Prince Harry recently announced that the 2017 Invictus Games have been awarded to Toronto. The third Invictus Games, to be held in September 2017, will be the largest Games yet, with more than 600 military competitors from 16 nations competing in 12 sports. The Invictus Games are the only international adaptive sporting event for wounded, injured and ill active duty and veteran service members.
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Experience a full range of international masters and the best in Canadian art at National Gallery of Canada. This fall featuring Monet: A Bridge to Modernity on view until 15 February 2016. Guided tours and activities available. A highlight of your visit to Ottawa. Contact Helene for more information at 613.990.1938.
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Tourism Sarnia-Lambton has moved to a new location in the Ontario Travel Information Centre
at the foot of the Blue Water Bridge in Sarnia/Point Edward. We invite tour operators to join us for a complimentary welcome reception with refreshments.
Contact Beverley to reserve your group at 1-800-265-0316.
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Orangeville Banner
The Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival has been recognized by Festival and Events Ontario as part of the 2016 Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario.
The top 100 recipients represent festivals and events that excel within the industry.
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Toronto Star
It's easy to take them for granted as you walk through the city, but many of Toronto's bridges have been safely transporting pedestrians and currying cars across rail lines, roads and waterways for well over a century. Here's a look at six of the oldest spans that connect communities in the city.
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Government of Ontario
Ontario is providing $975,000 to the Region of Waterloo over the next two years to help build new, or improve existing, cycling infrastructure through the Ontario Municipal Cycling Infrastructure Program.
The City of Cambridge will receive $325,000 to construct a 2.2 kilometre cycling and walking path alongside Conestoga Boulevard, providing a dedicated, separated and safe cycling environment along a key transportation corridor.
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Tourism Sarnia-Lambton invites tour operators to join us for a
complimentary welcome reception with refreshments at our new location.
Contact Beverley at 1-800-265-0316. MORE
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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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Globe and Mail
Until about 18 months ago, Amanda Reid of Windsor, ON, shopped in the United States at least once a month. With the Canadian dollar at its peak, the U.S. was a deals mecca for the 27-year-old life and style blogger.
"The prices and selection were great," says Ms. Reid. "You could get a retailer that was in both the U.S. and Canada and it was worth picking up the sweater in the U.S. because of the price difference as well as the sales they have."
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By Suzanne Mason
 Want to plan a vacation in one setting? Try Google. The tech company launched a new tool to plan and book a vacation, evolving the influence of mobile technology in travel even further. Destinations on Google allows consumers to look up destinations, plan a trip based on a specific activity, compare pricing options for both flights and hotels, and much more. Many other platforms have also gone in the same direction as Google when it comes to expanding the mobile travel experience.
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Come see all that Casino Rama Resort has to offer. Whether you are coming for the day, need a place to stop for lunch or would like to stay overnight we can create a group package that will work for you. Contact our Sales & Charter Bus Team today at 1-888-817-7262.
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To Landis Valley village, the Largest Living History Pennsylvania Dutch village in the country!
History comes alive with costumed interpretation in historic buildings and demonstrating craftsmen in a village that expands from 1700s to 1900s. Many tours offered including horse-drawn wagon rides, meals and Teas.
Find out more about Lancaster County
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