Tag: media release
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River Water Levels Are Favorite Discussion Among Ontario Paddlers
SUP- Stand up paddling is a popular sport along the Grand River system. image: grandriverrafting.ca Is the water level in the river going to be okay for canoeing or kayaking on any given weekend? This is a common question that people call the GRCA to ask. It is also an important question. Usually what they…
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Ontario government wants to strengthen rules for Debt Settlement Services
Ontario is taking steps to provide vulnerable consumers with protection against unfair business practices of some companies that offer debt settlement services. As part of the province’s continuing commitment to strengthen consumer protection, the Ontario government intends to introduce legislation that, if passed, would impose…
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Green Party- merging public & separate school systems would save Ontario $1,300,000,000 pr year
KITCHENER-WATERLOO – Green Party of Ontario candidate Dr. Stacey Danckert was joined by Leader Mike Schreiner in Kitchener to outline the Green Party’s plan to strengthen Ontario’s school system by ending wasteful duplication in the public and Catholic boards. “With the issue of school cuts dominating these by-elections, the choice for voters is clear,” says…
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Ontario Greens- partisan bickering brought province to “another election” edge
“Ontario needs responsible leadership and instead we’re seeing partisan bickering, brinkmanship and flip-flopping from Queen’s Park politicians. Bringing us twice to the edge of another election only seven months after the last one is not responsible governance. I want to see the political establishment at Queen’s Park focus on solutions for the very real problems…
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Unlike Quebec and United States, Ontario has no transportation budget $ for cycling infrastructure
Toronto – GPO leader Mike Schreiner is calling on the McGuinty governmentto dedicate1% of the transportation infrastructure budget to cycling and another 1% for pedestrians. Sustainable infrastructure is a sound investment that will help people choose healthy transportation options. [The song featured is by Mercury and was supposedly inspired by his observing a leg of…
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Ontario Green Party still championing merging of public and Catholic school boards
May 15th Queen’s Park GPO leader Mike Schreiner is calling on the Liberal government to establish a public commission to explore merging the public and Catholic school boards. “The Liberals have a clear choice,” says Schreiner. “Prioritize high-quality education for all kids or protect the entrenched interests that want special funding for one religion at the…
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13% Of All Working Ontarians Are Public Sector Employees
Let’s find alternatives to layoffs and program cuts. On May 16th, I introduced my Private Members Bill titled: An Act to address Ontario’s debt through alternatives to public sector layoffs and government program cuts while reducing the fiscal pressure on the people of Ontario who are having trouble paying their bills. This legislation offers options…
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New flirting concept FlipMe empowers Women to ‘make the first move’
May15, 2012– Introducing FlipMe, LLC—a revolutionary new way for women to flirt without providing their personal information, but before we get to that, Rachel DeAlto (flirting expert and the mastermind of FlipMe) offers her Top 5 Flirting Tips for Men: 1) Make the Approach – Flirting from afar should last about 1 minute. Take the initiative…
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Ontario Energy Board/Green Party – Rising electricity costs due to Nuclear; not so much Wind/Solar
Ontario Energy Board report reveals nuclear causing rising electricity rates. “We need an honest discussion about rising electricity prices in Ontario. The misleading rhetoric blaming green energy for rising electrical rates is a disservice to the people of Ontario. According to the Ontario Energy Board, since 2006, 45% of the increase in our electricity costs are from subsidies for…
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Ontario Greens: Liberal budget excludes public input on important environmental protections
[Ontario]Liberals have voted to pass a budget that muzzles public input on changes to important environmental protections. With these changes buried in the budget bill (Bill 55), the government has in effect exempted them from the public participation process normally required by law. “The GPO is all in favour of working together, and we applaud…
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Iowa Farm Robots Prospero And Aquarius
(Originally published in print and online April5, 2012) Will the new Robot Farmers being launched this July, at the 2nd annual Canada’s Fruit & Veg Tech X-Change, become the future of farming? That question may be answered during planned robotic demonstrations. Iowa based engineer, David Dorhout believes the Robotic Farmers he invented can help the…
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Green Party of Ontario: “NDP prioritizes energy companies over low-income families”
On April 3rd, NDP leader Andrea Horwath introduced the first of their budget proposals, taking HST off of home heating costs. “The NDP’s proposal to subsidize home heating fuel rather than supporting our most vulnerable children through full funding of the Ontario Child Benefit reflects misguided priorities,” says Green Party of Ontario (GPO) leader Mike Schreiner.…
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Green Party of Ontario offers ‘big ticket savings’ Budget eg: One School System
“Ontario’s financial future is at risk, and Premier McGuinty lacks the will to make the hard, long-term decisions we need,” says GPO Finance critic Kevin O’Donnell. “He’s already passed over obvious, big ticket savings. In contrast, our budget priorities don’t shy away from the realities facing Ontarians.” The GPO believes eliminating the deficit requires challenging…
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Green Party of Ontario: “Conservative Kill-Green Energy Bill will damage economy and environment”
TORONTO: Green Party of Ontario (GPO) leader Mike Schreiner is calling on MPPs to vote against Tim Hudak’s bill to nuke the province’s long-term, green energy strategy. “Mr. Hudak’s willingness to sacrifice homegrown green jobs in a politically expedient attempt to exploit fears over rising energy prices is just bad economics,” says Schreiner. “I want…
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Ontario Lottery & Gaming Report To Government Pushed For Modernization
OLG to Modernize Gaming- New Strategic Direction Will Create Jobs, Support Schools and Hospitals The Ontario government has received a report from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) that proposes modernization of the system, an increase in its revenues by more than $1 billion a year, and the creation of 2,300 net new jobs…
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Ontario’s Greens push for public interest first in tackling the deficit eg: Merge all school systems
Toronto, ON – “Putting the public interest before vested interests is the most equitable and efficient way to eliminate Ontario’s record deficit,” says Green Party of Ontario leader Mike Schreiner. Eliminating the deficit requires tackling vested interests in the province’s biggest budget categories: education, energy and health care, as well as bringing our tax system…
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Workforce Planning Board of Grand Erie celebrates success of Newcomers mentoring program
BRANTFORD (Jan 25, 2012) — The Mentoring Skilled Newcomers program is marking Mentor Appreciation Day on Thursday by thanking individuals and organizations who have encouraged, guided and provided a positive impact on the lives and careers of newcomers in our community. “Thank you to all the mentors who have enlisted or participated in the Newcomers…
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ON Green’s ask “Why our energy consumption is 50% higher per person than similar geography and climate New York State?”
LACK OF FOCUS ON ENERGY CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENCY COSTING ONTARIO MONEY Toronto, Ontario -The Ontario government has wasted taxpayer money by not prioritizing energy conservation. Neglecting energy conservation costs the province money, increases utility bills and misses out on creating thousands of new jobs. “The Liberal government is burning our money by failing to deliver…
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Barrett: Ministry of Community and Social Services has not established acceptable standards of service
Lack of COMSOC oversight means more wasted tax dollars… …and less for program spending – MPP Barrett QUEEN’S PARK – Ministry of Community and Social Services Critic Toby Barrett is concerned with the Auditor General’s finding that the Ministry continues to allow supportive services agencies to operate without adequate oversight. “Many of the concerns…of this…
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ON Greens – MPP’s Political Games Are Killing Ontario Jobs
Toronto , ON – The Liberals, NDP and Conservatives are playing shell games with taxpayer money, increasing Ontario’s debt and killing jobs. Green party leader Mike Schreiner has a simple reminder for the political insiders at Queen’s Park: the best solutions for Ontario’s economy are sustainable, low-cost programs that create jobs, eliminate waste and preserve our…
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Ont. Liberals – Our Province Second Only To California For Foreign Direct Investment
Today Minister of Economic Development and Innovation Brad Duguid announced that Ontario is partnering with companies for projects that will help create 550 new jobs and protect 1,056 existing jobs for families. The province is supporting company investments which will create new jobs for families, help spur growth and strengthen local economies. These new jobs…
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Ontario Green Party Vows To Protect Our Water
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GREEN PARTY LEADER LOOKS AHEAD; COMMITS TO PROMOTING CHANGE DURING MINORITY GOVERNMENT Toronto – The Green Party of Ontario promises to continue to promote positive change during this minority session of government. “I am proud of the Green Party’s campaign. The historic gains we made in terms of volunteers, membership and fundraising…
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Ont. Green Party Offers Top 10 List – It’s Easy Being Green
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GREEN PARTY HITS BACK WITH “IT’S EASY BEING GREEN” CAMPAIGN Toronto, ON – Today, the Green Party of Ontario launched a campaign to dispel the myth started by Kermit the Frog, that it’s not easy being Green. “We wanted to take this opportunity to let folks in Ontario know that it actually…
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Ont Liberals:Time To Renegotiate 10 Year Accord For Seniors’ Needs
For immediate release ONTARIO NEEDS AN ONTARIO CHAMPION Premier Ready To Confront Challenges Ahead LINDSAY — Only Ontario Liberals can be counted on to stand up for Ontario, Premier Dalton McGuinty told a crowd in Lindsay today. “When it comes to negotiating with the federal government, we need a strong voice that is willing to…
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Ont. Greens: End Biased School Funding Based On Religion
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GREEN PARTY OF ONTARIO ADDRESSES INEQUITY IN PUBLICLY FUNDED SCHOOLS TORONTO, ONTARIO – The Green Party of Ontario today called for a Citizen’s Assembly to address the transition to a single school system (French and English), a move which several other provinces have made over the past decade. “Greens believe in a…
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Ont. Greens Pledge: Will End Corporate And Union Election Donations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Green Party will eliminate corporate and union donations to political parties Orangeville, Ontario – Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner (Simcoe-Grey) and Deputy Leader Rob Strang (Dufferin-Caledon) announced the Green Party’s plan to reform the Ontario electoral system to ensure that special interests take a back seat to the priorities of Ontarians. “It…
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Strenghtening Human Rights In Ontario
McGuinty Government Announces Appointment Ontario is taking the next step to strengthen the Human Rights System to provide faster, more accessible justice for those who have faced discrimination, and to ensure better protection of the human rights Ontarians cherish. Andrew Pinto has been appointed to conduct a review of the implementation and effectiveness of changes…