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OMCA
The Ministry of Transportation is taking important steps to provide flexibility to intercommunity bus service providers to expedite adjustments to their services in response to a shift in customer demand as a result of the COVID-19 emergency.
While providing additional flexibility to service providers, Ontario is committed to ensuring that critical services like access to intercommunity transportation remains available across the province and that these measures do not support discontinuation of any service routes which people rely on.
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CBC News
Canada and the United States have agreed to restrict non-essential travel across the border as both countries try to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus — but they insist key supplies will still flow between the two nations.
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OMCA
The Canadian Government has announced measures to support Canadian families and businesses during this difficult time. Below is a short summary of the announcement as well as some resources currently available to business. OMCA will continue to monitor announcements from the federal government and will provide information on additional resources as they become available.
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OMCA
We encourage members to explore three valuable resources at this time, including the Trade Commissioners webpage as well as the Canadian Federation of Independent Business is currently offering free resources (even to non-members). The CFIB webpage includes answers and links to popular frequently asked questions.
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OMCA
Due to the terrifying spread of COVID-19 and in support of social distancing and avoiding large crowds, OTE has been cancelled this year. We look forward to picking it back up for the spring of 2021. All those registered will be receiving refunds and the Delta Hotel Toronto Airport is cancelling any rooms booked in the OTE room block. Thank you for understanding.
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The City of Port Colborne is a community steeped in marine heritage. With a generous climate, ample beach front, and cultural attractions, Port Colborne is an ideal holiday destination. Add to this to our historic shopping districts, variety of restaurants, location, selection of natural attractions and recreation facilities, and Port Colborne is a unique holiday destination.
Check out the 2019/2020 Port Colborne Visitor's Guide!
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OMCA
The General Tour Operator Meeting, Tour Operator Council Meeting and the OMCA Annual General Meeting that were scheduled for Monday, April 20th will be postponed to a later date to be determined.
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Ministry of Transportation
Ontario continues to take decisive action to protect the health and safety of all individuals and families.
As part of the province's enhanced measures, the Ministry of Transportation and Ministry of Health, in cooperation with the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services and ServiceOntario, is extending the validity period of driving products, services and health cards. These changes reduce the need for in-person visits to ServiceOntario, International Registration Plan offices and DriveTest centres during the COVID-19 outbreak, helping to promote social distancing and contain the spread of the virus.
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From September to May, experience symphonic music in the heart of Niagara with the Niagara Symphony Orchestra. Conveniently located along the Wine Route in downtown St. Catharines, the NSO presents 20 concerts at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre including masterworks, pops, rock, and more!
Explore Concerts and Group Rates Now!
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Destination Canada
We know the tourism sector is facing uncertain times. We know that you are concerned about your business and day-to-day operations. We are too and we are here to help where we can.
We also know that our tourism sector has the ability to pull together as a team and face challenges with heart. Now more than ever, we must leverage the power of Team Canada to face this truly unprecedented challenge.
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National Post
For the first time since Canadian Confederation in 1867, Canada and the U.S. are closing the joint border to most travellers as they fight the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau agreed on Wednesday morning to bar travellers crossing the world’s longest land border for “recreation and tourism” purposes.
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North Bay Nugget
The continued rise in Ontario Northland’s motor coach division has been a “shining star” for the transportation commission, president and CEO Corina Moore says.
“We’ve expanded more than we ever have in our history and over the last three years to provide that east-to-west service. Unprecedented for Ontario Northland,” Moore said in an interview with The Nugget.
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Global News
In an initiative to protect its drivers during the novel coronavirus pandemic, the Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) is asking riders to enter buses from the rear starting Thursday.
In light of the change, the city will also allow riders free fares during the measure, which is expected to stay in effect until at least April 5.
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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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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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Government of Ontario
Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, and Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries, recently issued the following statement in response to the impact of COVID-19 on Ontario's heritage, sport, tourism and culture industries.
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CTV News
The Ontario government has announced it will be closing all of its major tourist attractions in the Greater Toronto area, including popular museums and convention centres, due to COVID-19.
The province has said the closures are in response to recommendations made by Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. David Williams.
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The Standard
HOCO Entertainment has closed its Clifton Hill operations in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The corporation closed its restaurants Monday might, less than 24 hours before Ontario Premier Doug Ford declared a state of emergency in the province.
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Sudbury Star
It’s not too late for the provincial government to take steps to improve highway maintenance in Northern Ontario.
That was the message from Mushkegowuk-James Bay MPP Guy Bourgouin (NDP) on a swing through Northern Ontario to urge the Doug Ford government to put more effort into ensuring Northerners’ safety.
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Ottawa Business Journal
On a typical St. Patrick’s Day during March Break, Steve Wilson would be run off his feet dealing with the influx of traffic to his booming escape room business.
But on Tuesday afternoon, he instead found himself at home chasing his two-and-a-half-year-old son Charlie after all daycares in Ontario were ordered to shut down as part of a provincial state of emergency to deal with the escalating COVID-19 crisis.
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CBC News
Metrolinx is reducing service on GO trains, buses and the UP Express starting this week as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, CEO Phil Verster said on Sunday.
Verster said Metrolinx — Ontario's transit agency — has seen a steady decline in ridership since January.
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Sarnia Observer
Survey results show support for a 110 kilometre-per-hour two-year pilot project on 400-series highways in Ontario, the provincial government says.
In a news release Wednesday, Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation said 80 per cent of the 8,300 people who’ve taken a survey — launched at the same time as the pilot project last September — say they support the pilot while 82 per cent support boosting the speed limit to 110 km/h elsewhere on 400-series highways.
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CBC News
Tourism businesses across the country are bracing for the impact of coronavirus on sales.
Smaller operators and those that rely heavily on visitors from abroad may be especially vulnerable to lost revenue, say industry experts.
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Bayshore Broadcasting
A special meeting took place recently in Thornbury. It was a brain storming session of sorts for local politicians and Ministry of Transportation staff.
Concern that the Ontario Government’s draft Provincial Transportation Master Plan for Southwestern Ontario falls short of addressing the local challenges along the Highway 26 Corridor and region has prompted today’s meeting of the minds.
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