Canadian Taxpayers Federation billboard in Mississauga South takes finance minister to task over the state of Ontario's finances. ...
Author Archives: John Valorzi
Ontario losing billions in transfer payments: Mowat report
The Mowat Centre says Ontario is being hurt by the federal equalization program and other transfers, losing $9 billion to $11 billion a year. ...
Hamilton doctor elected president of OMA seeks reform
New president of the Ontario Medical Association, Dr. Ved Tandan, says he wants to break down 'walls and silos' in the health-care system. ...
College instructors bemoan a crisis in classroom quality
A report by OPSEU that involved canvassing 600 teachers reveals deep-seated concerns about the direction of postsecondary education in the face of budget austerity. ...
Seen: Teachers’ sells stake in drug firm for $750 million
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Too early to say if fee-for-service reduction is working
Ontario's changes to the fee-for-service doctor-payment system is showing mixed results, says a new University of Calgary report. ...
Seen: Youth entrepreneurship programs get $51 million
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Ontario expands industrial electricity programs
Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli expands programs to reduce power costs for companies that are 'expanding their operations, investing in the local economy and creating jobs.' ...
New Thunder Bay courthouse to save $23.5 million
A private company has signed a 30-year contract with the government to design, build, finance and maintain the courthouse, resulting in an estimated 6.8-per-cent savings. ...
Seniors’ care failing “abysmally,” union head says
Province is criticized for cutbacks in hospital beds while not providing community care for an aging population; however, coincidentally, the health ministry announces expanded physiotherapy services. ...
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