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OMCA
Marketplace is quickly approaching and we want to make sure you have all the tools you need to make it a good one! You've heard us talk about this new Marketplace App and we're almost ready to unveil it! The app, for on-the-go schedules, direct delegate-to-delegate messaging and more, will be available soon to download for both iOS and Android devices. We'll send out an e-blast to all registered delegates when the app is ready, so keep your eyes on your inbox!
OMCA
We look forward to hosting all of our delegates and special guests in London, ON, for our forthcoming Marketplace next month! With just a little more than a month to go, we want to remind all delegates with outstanding registration fees that payment must be received no later than Friday, Nov. 6.
We want to ensure everyone is ready to roll, so if you have any questions or require any assistance, please contact us at info@omca.com or 416-229-6622.
OMCA
The Niagara Falls Bridge Commission has announced their new Toll Rate Schedule that will be effective Nov. 1, 2015. The Commission operates the bridges at Queenston-Lewiston, Rainbow, and Whirlpool Rapids, the latter being NEXUS only and no commercial vehicles.
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There is no better way to visit Atlantic City - by yourself or with a group - than by bus or motor coach. Hop on one with companies and you'll receive front-dorr service to Resorts Casino Hotel.
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OMCA
Information for tour bus operators and their associations visiting conservation areas. ***PLEASE NOTE: the Badlands area is closed to the public. There is no parking
or stopping along Old Base Line in Caledon near the Badlands***
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OMCA
This is a reminder to Recognized Authorities under the MTO's DCP Program that "Attestation Letters" must be submitted (uploaded to the DCP system) by November 1, 2015. These forms are mandatory and attest to the fact that the RA is continuing to deliver the DCP program as set out under the contract and policy. These forms provide assurance to MTO that the program is being carried out in full compliance until the next audit cycle when the Specified Procedures Inspection Report comes due on July 15, 2016. The attestation form can be found here. If RAs would like any further information, contact the DCP office at 416-235-4323 or driver.certification@ontario.ca.
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The National Gallery is proud to be the permanent home of the world’s most comprehensive collection of Canadian art, inviting all Canadians, and visitors from around the world, to experience the best Canada has to offer in visual art.
Please contact group reservations for further information.
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It’s finally here the impressive Masterworks from the Beaverbrook is an uncompromising exhibition of 75 exceptional paintings spanning four centuries of European and Canadian art.
Plan your group tour to the Alix Art Gallery in Sarnia, Ontario to see up close these exquisite paintings from October 2, 2015 through February 7, 2016.
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Government of Ontario
Ontario is increasing tourism and supporting economic growth in the Northeast by investing in local businesses.
With investments totalling $659,000 through the province's Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC), six companies will be able to renovate and expand their facilities to better attract tourists to the North.
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Canadian Labour Reporter
Ontario's education minister says negotiations have halted with the union representing elementary school teachers.
Liz Sandals says there has been some progress in talks, but Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (ETFO) has put negotiations on hold to look over some remaining issues.
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Hamilton Spectator
Infrastructure is an important topic across Canada boosted by a hotly contested federal election campaign, the Ontario government's commitment to invest $130 billion in infrastructure over 10-years and the municipal sector's demand for access to more funding sources to pay for roads, bridges, transit and other infrastructure.
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blogTO
While Toronto's big transit dreams are understandably tied to the Downtown Relief Line (or whatever you want to call it these days), it's worth bearing in mind that the city's congestion issues extend across the GTA and beyond. That's why keeping tabs on Metrolinx's plans for widespread expansion of the GO Transit network over the next decade is worth keeping tabs on.
There are as many as 50 new GO Stations being considered for the network during this span, a number of which will increase access to commuter rail from downtown Toronto (and thereby help to mitigate congestion at Union Station).
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YorkRegion.com
You'll have more room to park it in King City when you get on the GO from now on.
Transportation Minister Steven Del Duca recently announced the opening up of 72 new parking spaces at the King City GO Station.
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InsideToronto.com
Metrolinx is looking for feedback about the accessibility of GO Transit, PRESTO, UP Express and its upcoming Rapid Transit services and projects. Meetings take place across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.
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