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| In Memoriam: Jerry Lavigne
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OMCA
On Wednesday, May 11, Jerry Lavigne passed away after struggling with some health issues over the last few years.
Jerry was the Sales Director at Tiremaster and has served a large number of our members' tire needs as well as many other major clients in the transit and truck industries. He always displayed a fun and jovial personality and a very keen knowledge and understanding of the tire industry.
Services will be held at Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St. Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Visitation will be Monday, May 16, 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral service at Henry Walser Funeral Home will be on Tuesday, May 17, at 10:00 a.m.
CBC News
Signal upgrades on the Bloor-Danforth subway line, new buses on the city's highly travelled bus routes, and repairs and upgrades that will make the city's transit system fully accessible are just some of the projects the TTC will fund with the up to $840 million that's on the way from the federal government.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Toronto recently to announce the funding, which will come from the $3.4 billion in transit money announced in March's federal budget.
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CBC News
People in northwestern Ontario are reaching out to help those fleeing the wildfires in Alberta through a Facebook group called Thunder Bay Ontario Pit Stop for Fort McMurray Evacuees.
"We've had a lot of our population out in Fort Mac, working, and they've brought those dollars home, so that's part of our extended community," says Valarie Midgley, a member of the group and the owner of The Whole Nine Yards in Thunder Bay.
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YorkRegion.com
Depending on who you ask, Ontario's plans to expand the Greenbelt and manage growth will either result in unwieldy intensification or protect the environment.
"The push is for intensification. At the end of the day, what we're looking at is more condos and more townhouses. What the growth plan really does is restrict housing choice," Joe Vaccaro, executive director of the Ontario Home Builders' Association said.
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CBC News
Ottawa's transit commission has decided to ask the province for $3.3 million to fund a low-income transportation pass for the city's poorest — although the commission's chair is skeptical that funding will come through.
Of the 145,000 people in Ottawa who earn less than the low income cut-off — the Statistics Canada threshold beneath which individuals or families devote a larger-than-normal share of their income to necessities like food and shelter — 31,000 are transit users, according to a staff report presented to the commission.
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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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Timmins Today
As the Federal and Ontario governments increase their concerns for attacking climate change and improving the economy, the Northern & Eastern Ontario Rail Network is pleased to announce that support for its passenger train network is growing.
This is not surprising since increasing passenger train travel is one of the fastest ways to reduce carbon emissions and improve economic prospects in Northern Ontario.
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Sudbury.com
Greater Sudbury Council has approved a Letter of Intent to Bid to host the 2021 Canada Summer Games.
The $20,000 bid to the Canada Games Council will be advanced from the existing budget of the Greater Sudbury Development Corporation as a show of support and encouragement for this opportunity.
"The 2013 Canada Summer Games in Sherbrooke attracted over 16,000 visitors to that community and had an economic impact of $165 million," said Mayor Brian Bigger.
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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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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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City News
The City of Mississauga is not following Toronto's lead when it comes to Uber.
In a 10-2 decision, Mississauga city council voted to suspend ride sharing services such as Uber X.
Under the ruling, the only way Uber X can legally operate in Mississauga is to follow the same rules in place for traditional taxis.
Just recently, Toronto's city council approved new ground transportation rules that created a new licensing category for Uber.
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Brant News
Compared to larger southern Ontario cities, Brantford is not a bustling hub of culture and nightlife. Although we have numerous small museums, cultural centres and historic sites, little attention is paid to them in the everyday life of most Brantfordians.
Enter Octopus Red, local marketing and design firm looking to showcase what Brantford really has to offer.
"We have a deficit of pride in our community," said Lucas Duguid, part-owner of marketing and design firm Octopus Red.
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Government of Ontario
Tunnelling is now complete on the western segment of the 10-kilometre underground tunnel of the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (LRT) line.
Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) Dennis and Lea, boring the western segment tunnels, recently arrived at Yonge Street having travelled 6,419 metres from where they started at Black Creek Drive in spring 2013. Each TBM installed 25,647 precast concrete tunnel segments, which formed 4,279 rings.
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Brant News
A little like the circuitous routes that aggravate riders, Brantford is caught up in a vicious circle when it come to its bus transit system.
Not enough tax dollar investment leads to unreliable service and that doesn't encourage ridership.
"Unfortunately to increase (ridership), you have to put more investment into it," Coun. Larry Kings said recently at a public information centre held at Lynden Park Mall.
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Experience the best visual art in the country at this top attraction in the heart of Canada’s capital. For more information gallery.ca
613.990.1938 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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DurhamRegion.com
A conflict over the acquisition of the former Genosha hotel that put its renovation on hold has now been resolved, say the businessmen on both sides of the issue.
The property, located at 70 King St. E., is currently owned by Richard Senechal through an Ontario numbered corporation. Initially, the plan was to sell the property to Bowood Properties, which would then renovate the former hotel into an apartment building made up of one-bedroom and bachelor units.
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Simcoe Reformer
Ride Norfolk has tweaked its summertime weekend shuttle service to include more areas of the county.
This summer, three shuttles will operate on weekends. One will be responsible for a Port Dover route, a second will look after a Port Rowan-Long Point route, while the third will take care of a Simcoe route.
The buses will meet regularly at the playground on Tom Millar Drive in Turkey Point. There, they will exchange passengers who have different itineraries for the day.
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Waterloo Region Record
The Waterloo Inn, which was bought last year by a London-based developer, will soon reopen as the Inn of Waterloo.
Drewlo Holdings paid more than $14 million for the hotel and surrounding site, and announced big plans for a high-density redevelopment of the property, located at 475 King St. N. in Waterloo.
But recently, Sharon Hales & ABB Hotel Management Group announced it is reopening as the Inn of Waterloo.
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Government of Ontario
Ontario is providing $10 million for the expansion of BMO field, as part of an ongoing partnership between the province and the City of Toronto to revitalize Ontario Place and Exhibition Place and support economic growth.
The expansion, which has transformed the stadium into a state-of-the-art outdoor sport field for soccer, football and rugby, will enhance the province's reputation as a premier destination for sporting events and increase tourism.
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Your adventure begins at Niagara Parks with the Niagara Falls Adventure Pass, including admission to four top attractions, optional two-day access on the WEGO bus transportation system, and over $100 in bonus coupons. Buy now and save on your Niagara Falls visit. Contact Jennifer Thomas
for more information: (905) 356-2241 ext. 2213
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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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Cornwall Standard Freeholder
Is there a road forward on how to mend Cornwall and the Counties Tourism?
Does it even need mending at all?
Valid questions surfacing as the agency built to promote all that's great about Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry and Cornwall was delivered notice its budget will likely take an $80,000 hit in 2017.
For those catching up, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry is currently weighing options on how to handle tourism within its six municipalities and by all appearances it looks as though it will bring this function in-house.
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Blackburn News
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens believes securing the 2017 MasterCard Memorial Cup bid is proof that council's sports tourism initiatives are working.
The city's experience hosting events like the Ontario Summer Games, the FINA Diving World Series and the CARHA Hockey World Cup was part of the presentation to the CHL.
"I think that shone through, and I think the folks that were on the selection committee, who made the decision, saw that," says Dilkens. "I certainly know, based on the questions they asked; they were very detailed and very interested in Windsor and what Windsor's going to do to make this event special."
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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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Are you looking to promote your business? The OMCA Report is delivered to the inboxes of motor coach enthusiasts across Ontario!
To find out how to feature your company in the OMCA Report, contact Joseph Gonzales today at 289-695-5420.
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Whenever someone visits Toronto for the first time, they like to do all the touristy things. Take in a Blue Jays game, visit the CN Tower, maybe wander over to St. Lawrence Market or venture to the Toronto Island.
The same goes for professional athletes. When they have a little bit of spare time in Toronto, just like an ordinary citizen, they like to take in the sights and sounds of the city.
The Los Angeles Dodgers did that very thing ahead of their series against the Toronto Blue Jays. They spent the day simply being Toronto tourists. Nobody enjoyed their time in the Six more than Yasiel Puig.
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