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Author Archives: John Valorzi
LCBO continues streak as a growing cash cow for the province
Crown corporation (whose purpose is subject of a review) generated $5 billion in annual revenue, delivering $1.74 billion to Ontario's coffers. ...
In funding efficiency debate, a case for outcomes over inputs
Mowat Centre report sees 'enormous potential to transform frontline services' by adopting a system that issues rewards for having 'a positive and sustained impact' on those who use the services. ...
Steelworkers, U.S. Steel meet ahead of contract talks
With the current contract expiring on Oct. 15, U.S. Steel and the United Steelworkers union expect pensions to be the main issue of future contract talks. ...
Class-action suit against Scotiabank for unpaid overtime settled
Class-action lawsuit begun in 2007 on behalf of up to 15,000 former and current Scotiabank branch employees settled as NDP table bill in house to protect unpaid interns. ...
Electricity operator to test five power-storage projects
Ontario's power-grid operator chooses three pilot projects from the province, and two from the U.S., to help improve the efficiency and stability of the grid. ...
Ontario water heater marketers merge in $550M deal
Direct Energy agrees sell home and small commercial services business in Ontario to EnerCare. ...
Financial restructuring at Essar Algoma won’t hit workforce
It's 'business as usual,' company says, as India-based parent commits to $300 million that will help finish scheduled capital improvements and allows for the purchase of iron ore, coal and other raw materials. ...
BCE plan to take Bell Aliant private raises job concerns
Unifor watching BCE's $4 billion deal with interest - but no impact expected on Bell Aliant's plan to acquire the Ontera telecom unit of the Ontario Northland Transportation ...
Ontario balanced-budget delay called ‘a risky strategy’
C.D. Howe commentary says Ontario should move more quickly on deficit fighting but Ottawa should delay its plan to balance the books. ...
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