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As 2016 comes to a close, OMCA would like to wish its members, partners and other industry professionals a safe and happy holiday season. As we reflect on the past year for the industry, we would like to provide the readers of the OMCA Report a look at the most accessed articles from the year. Our regular publication will resume Friday, Jan. 6, 2017.
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Canada Newswire
From Oct. 14: The school bus driver shortage and high driver turnover in the GTA and elsewhere is related to a number of issues that have been simmering over many years including a government funding formula that has not been re-examined or revised in 10 years and does not reflect today's student transportation needs. Costs of school buses and parts have increased 35 per cent as a result of product imports and the strong U.S. dollar.
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OMCA via Winnipeg Free Press
From Aug. 5: It is with sadness that we pass along the news that Roger Fiola, one of our past, long-time OMCA members, has passed away.
Besides Roger's family, his life was as well defined by his many friends too numerous to name but who likewise are feeling this deep knowingness of loss. Anyone who knew him knew what a little rascal he could be and how he had many passions: racing cars, making people laugh, the great urge to always lend a hand, watching sports, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, quading and music to name a few but let's be honest, socializing with friends was his fave! An informal wake was held at Ste. Anne Hotel on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2016.
See full version in the Winnipeg Free Press.
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TIME
From Nov. 25: Five children were killed and more than 20 injured following a school bus crash in Chattanooga, TN. Here's everything you need to know about the incident.
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Canada Newswire
From Nov. 18: School bus drivers in Toronto and York Region, members of Unifor Local 4268, ratified a new collective agreement setting new standards that could help avoid driver shortages if more widely adopted.
"This contract lays the groundwork for helping attract drivers to the industry, and to avoid future shortages by helping to retain drivers," said Local 4268 President Debbie Montgomery. "For drivers who are members of Unifor in the Toronto and York Region, the job just got better."
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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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Travel Week
From Nov. 11: In what is being called the "biggest upset in U.S. history," Donald Trump's stunning victory over Hillary Clinton in the recent U.S. presidential election has sent shockwaves around the world. Global markets plunged, the loonie tanked a whole cent in less than four hours, and travel experts are predicting a colossal impact to global tourism.
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CTV News
From Feb. 26: After years of study, the federal government says it's working to implement new safety regulations that are aligned with U.S. efforts to tackle fatigue among truck and bus drivers.
Drivers would be required to electronically record their hours on the road, says Transport Canada, marking a change from the mandatory paper logs that have been in use since the 1930s.
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Sarnia & Lambton County will be celebrating Canada’s birthday in true Canadian style.
We invite you to join us on the new Red & White Birthday tour themed in our nation’s patriotic colours.
Tour highlights include; Canadian art, wine, floral gardens, live theatre and even some Moose!
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Explore Four Points by Sheraton hotels across Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick & Nova Scotia for OMCA group blocks. We have what matters most like comfortable beds, delicious breakfast, fast & free WiFi, and great local beer with Best Brews™. Submit an RFP and enjoy exclusive offers for OMCA members.
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Toronto Sun
From Nov. 25: The Ontario Liberal government is tightening its grip on the troubled transit agency Metrolinx.
Transportation Minister Steven Del Duca says that new spending and oversight rules have been put in place following a sweeping review of the provincial agency, which operates GO Transit and works to plan and co-ordinate transit in the GTA and Hamilton.
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MyKawartha.com
From Feb. 12: A retired Peterborough teacher is asking the Province to change the way the travel industry is regulated after he was subjected to two investigations, but never charged.
John Bruce has helped arrange group trips overseas for more than 20 years. He says he doesn't make a profit and has no interest in making a job of it. He simply wants to help his friends who want to travel.
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Discover more than 150 remarkable works by this modern indigenous master.
Alex Janvier, Untitled, 1986, NGC, Ottawa. Photo © NGC
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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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TICO
From Sept. 9: Following TICO's AGM on June
21, 2016, the new Board of
Directors named
Scott Stewart
as Vice Chair of the Board. Scott
Stewart is President of G. Stewart
Travel Services Ltd., associate
member of Carlson Wagonlit
Travel, Retail and Stewart Tours,
Wholesale in Peterborough.
The Vice Chair appointment is for
one year until TICO's next Annual
General Meeting to be held in
2017. In addition, Scott was also
the successful candidate elected
by the industry at large to the
TICO Board of Directors for
a 3-year position that was open
to a wholesale registrant.
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Tropicana Atlantic City is a 24-hour gaming destination located on the beach and Boardwalk. Featuring 2,079 hotel rooms and home of The Quarter, a 200,000 square foot entertainment complex, Tropicana is the premier resort in Atlantic City. With 24 restaurants, 25 shops, 18 bars and lounges, 2 pools, and a spa, Tropicana was highlighted as one of the “Coolest Casinos in the World” by PopSugar.
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The Learning Begins Here at Niagara Parks! Experience exciting educational workshops including tree planting at Niagara Parks! Book three nature & heritage attractions and receive your lunch FREE! Contact Jennifer Thomas for more information: (905) 356-2241
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Travel Industry Council of Ontario
From Jan. 8: When it comes to fraud, unfortunately the travel
industry is rife with opportunity for those so inclined
to use their occupation for personal enrichment,
through the deliberate misuse or misapplication of
the employing organization's resources or assets. This
is particularly true when a registrant (a travel agency
owner) has weak internal controls, or when an
employee has the ability to override those controls.
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