Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
Who Should Apply For CERB Today?
If you were born in the month of April, May, or June, today (Tuesday) is the day to apply for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit. The online portal opened for applications yesterday morning and wit...
Apr 07, 2020
3M Reaches Deal With U.S. To Send Face Masks To Canada
After days of intense politics, Canada looks to have secured a vital supply of face masks from the United States. Late last night, 3M announced a deal has now been reached that would protect the sendi...
Apr 07, 2020
Fatal Fire In Midland
A 60-year-old man is dead, after a fire in Midland. It broke out yesterday morning at an apartment complex on William Street. Officials say the victim was located in an apartment and was taken to hosp...
Apr 06, 2020
Need A Job? The Food Industry Is Hiring!
Need a job? The province has unveiled a new web portal that will allow potential employees to connect with employers in the agri-food sector. The commitment and dedication of Ontario's agriculture and...
Apr 06, 2020
Canadian Actress And Activist Shirley Douglas Has Died
Canadian actress and activist Shirley Douglas has died. Kiefer Sutherland announced on Twitter yesterday that his mother died from complications from pneumonia, "not related to covid 19". She was 86-y...
Apr 06, 2020
E-Learning Starts Today
E-Learning starts across the province today. In phase 2 of the "Learn at Home" program: -Students from Kindergarten to grade three will get five hours of work per week with a focus on literacy and mat...
Apr 06, 2020
Start Applying Today For The Canada Emergency Response Benefit
The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) officially launches today. The CERB will provide relief to workers whether they are eligible for EI or not if they have lost their jobs, are sick, quaranti...
Apr 06, 2020
PM Announces More Money For Food Banks
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced extra support today for Canada's food banks and local food organizations. He says the federal government will provide 100-million dollars to make sure vulne...
Apr 03, 2020
Fire Ban in Effect
Starting today, Ontario's entire legislated fire region will be designated a Restricted Fire Zone. Residents who live in an area with a restricted fire zone, including Owen Sound and Parry Sound-Musko...
Apr 03, 2020
Georgian Triangle Humane Society Appealing For Financial Help
The Georgian Triangle Humane Society desperately needs your help, along with many other animal shelters in the region. Most are funded almost entirely from community fundraisers, which have been cance...
Apr 03, 2020