2010 News Articles

Kincardine Family Health Team Receives Start Up Funding Kincardine, ON – Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce joined community leaders and physicians in Kincardine today to celebrate the recent approval of the Kincardine Family Health Team application and announce start up funding. Governments of Canada and Ontario Celebrate New Affordable Housing in Huron County September 3, 2010 - Clinton, Ontario - Ground was broken today for 31 new affordable housing rental units for seniors living on low income in Huron County. The project received more than $3.7 million in funding from the federal and provincial governments. Ontario Supporting Meat Industry September 2, 2010 - A Huron County food processor is increasing production of beef, lamb, pork and poultry products in Hensall to meet increasing demand, create jobs and support local farmers. South West LHIN Expands Aging At Home Programs September 02, 2010 - Clinton, Ontario -- The South West LHIN is expanding the successful Aging at Home strategy. Ontario is providing the South West Local Health Integration Network with a total annual amount of $27,413,847 to ensure more seniors get health care at home or in their community. New Family Health Team Coming to Hanover August 24, 2010 - A new Family Health Team in Hanover is expected to provide over 13,600 patients with greater access to family health services. New Family Health Team Coming to Kincardine August 24, 2010 - A new Family Health Team in Kincardine is expected to provide over 9,200 patients with greater access to family health services. Recipe For Success In Grey Bruce August 20, 2010 - Ontario is continuing its strong support for local foods by investing in a ‘buy local’ marketing campaign in the Grey Bruce area. MOE Consultation Extended to September 7, 2010 August 20, 2010 - Due to increased public interest, the Ministry of the Environment will be extending the public review period for its Offshore Windpower Environmental Registry Posting from August 24, 2010 to September 7, 2010. Lake Turbines Could Have Added Restrictions August 19, 2010 - Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce supports the Ministry of Natural Resources’ new proposal to restrict the development of lake turbines in areas subject to important recreational activities, core commercial fishing activity, navigation, and sensitive environmental areas. Huron-Bruce residents encouraged to share their concerns August 20, 2010 - Due to increased public interest, the Ministry of the Environment will be extending the public review period for its Offshore Windpower Environmental Registry Posting from August 24, 2010 to September 7, 2010. Local Families, Businesses and Constituents August 20, 2010 - Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce is pleased today to see a groundswell of community support for the new North Huron Elementary School proposal in Wingham. Solar Program Changes Ensure Fairness for Huron-Bruce: Mitchell August 13, 2010 - Changes announced today following a 30-day consultation on the popular microFIT program will ensure fairness to applicants and continue to encourage Huron-Bruce residents to participate in the growing clean energy economy. Town of Huron-Kinloss Receives Funding for Lucknow Library Renovations July 26, 2010 - Lucknow, ON – The Lucknow Library will soon be getting a face-lift, thanks to a $20,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant announced today by Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce. Historic Saugeen Métis Receive Funding to Study Green Energy Opportunities July 26, 2010 - Southampton, ON – Today, the Historic Saugeen Métis hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, to share some wonderful news with the local community. Municipality of South Bruce Receives Funding for Formosa Community Centre Renovations July 26, 2010 - Formosa, ON – The Formosa Community Centre will soon be getting a face-lift, thanks to a $45,800 Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant announced today by Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce. Huron Women’s Shelter Receives Event Funding July 23, 2010 - Goderich, ON –  The Women’s Shelter, Second Stage Housing and Counselling Services of Huron is ramping up its public awareness campaign thanks to a recently awarded Ontario Trillium Foundation grant. Making Ontario Beaches Cleaner And Safer July 23, 2010 - Huron County residents are improving water quality in the Maitland River watershed and at Lake Huron beaches with help from the Ontario government. Improving Access to Government Services in Huron-Bruce July 22, 2010 - Wingham, Exeter, Clinton and Port Elgin residents have newly integrated ServiceOntario centres and can access health card and driver and vehicle services under one roof. Huron County Is At The Table To Promote Local Food July 22, 2010 - Ontario is supporting local foods by investing in local food promotion in Huron County. Organizations Receive Funding to Merge Local Services July 21, 2010 - Clinton, ON – Today, Town and Country Support Services was joined by Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, as she brought some welcome news to the local community. Goderich Celtic Folk Society Receives Concert Funding July 21, 2010 - Clinton, ON – Today the Goderich Celtic Folk Society hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, as she announced some exciting news for the local community. Township of North Huron Receives Library Funding July 16, 2010 - Wingham, ON – Today, the Township of North Huron hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, to share some wonderful news with the local community. Grey Bruce Agriculture and Culinary Association Receives Funding for Local Food Initiatives July 16, 2010 - Kincardine, ON – The local food movement in Huron-Bruce received a financial boost today, thanks to a recently awarded $27,500 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Full-day Kindergarten Coming To Three More Huron-Bruce Schools In 2011 June 15, 2010  - Three Huron-Bruce elementary schools will open their doors for the first time to full-day kindergarten in September 2011. MPP Encourages Huron-Bruce Municipalities to Boost Rural Economy through Green Energy June 2, 2010 - Clinton, ON – Municipal councils within the Huron-Bruce riding will soon be receiving an information package from Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce. Saugeen Shores Receives Playground Funding May 27, 2010 - Southampton, ON – Today, the Town of Saugeen Shores hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, to share some wonderful news with the local community. Pine River Watershed Initiative Network Receives Funding May 27, 2010 - Pine River, ON – Today, the Pine River Watershed Initiative Network (PRWIN) hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, to share some wonderful news with the local community. Giving Huron County High School Students More Opportunities May 28, 2010 - More local high school students will get an academic and career edge with the expansion of the Specialist High School Majors (SHSM) program at local schools this fall. Letter to the Editor - Drug Reform April 26, 2010 - By now you’ve likely heard about our government’s plans to reform the prescription drug system to ensure the wider availability of more affordable drugs. Canada and Ontario improve Highways in Huron-Bruce April  23, 2010 - GODERICH, ONTARIO – Ben Lobb, Member of Parliament for Huron-Bruce, and Carol Mitchell, Member of Provincial Parliament for Huron-Bruce, today announced stimulus funding that will benefit the local economy in Huron-Bruce and improve local infrastructure for years to come. Strengthening Festivals And Events In Huron-Bruce April 8, 2010 - Ontario is supporting festivals and events in Huron-Bruce to help boost tourism and local economic activity. Driver and Vehicle Registration Services Are Moving In Walkerton March 26, 2010 - Walkerton has a new location to apply for and renew driver’s licences and vehicle registrations. 2010 Ontario Budget opens Ontario to job creation and growth March 25, 2010 - With the 2010 Ontario Budget, the McGuinty government is moving forward with its five-year plan to Open Ontario to new jobs and growth while outlining measures to help eliminate the deficit caused by the global recession. Enhanced Facilities To Benefit Vulnerable Residents March 19, 2010 - McGuinty Government Supporting Social Service Agencies, Creating Jobs Maitland Valley Camera Club Receives Equipment Funding March 18, 2010 - MPP Mitchell Announces $9,100 OTF Grant Barrier Free Access to BMG Community Centre March 18, 2010 , Brussels, ON – The Brussels, Morris & Grey Board of Recreation Management was pleased to announce the completion of numerous accessibility upgrades and improvements to the BMG Community Centre. Bruce County Cheese Maker Creates New Products And Jobs March 18, 2010 - Pine River Cheese and Butter Co-operative is entering the healthy snack market. Ontario supports transportation study in Huron February 26, 2010  - The County of Huron’s study will help determine how to provide residents and visitors with better opportunities to use transportation alternatives such as walking, cycling, and carpooling. Exeter’s Downtown Revitalization Attracts Provincial Partnership Feb 12, 2010  - The Municipality of South Huron is developing market-based, downtown revitalization plans in Exeter with assistance from the Province. Driver and Vehicle Registration Services Are Moving In Goderich February 11, 2010  - Goderich residents can now get health card, driver’s licence and vehicle registration services in one location. Enhanced Facilities To Benefit Vulnerable Residents February 11, 2010 - Ontario is helping create about 450 jobs across the province by supporting infrastructure projects at local not-for-profit social service organizations. Goderich Legion Receives Renovation Funding February 11, 2010 - Goderich, ON – Today, the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 109 in Goderich hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, to share some wonderful news with the local community. Enhanced Facilities To Benefit Vulnerable Residents February 10, 2010 Ontario is helping create about 450 jobs across the province by supporting infrastructure projects at local not-for-profit social service organizations. Improving Access to Government Services in Huron-Bruce February 1, 2010 - Goderich, ON - Huron-Bruce residents will now have full-time access to one-stop shopping for routine health card and driver and vehicle services at the ServiceOntario centre in Goderich. Seaforth Legion Receives Renovation Funding January 29, 2010 - Seaforth, ON – Today, the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 156 in Seaforth received a visit from Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, to celebrate some wonderful news thanks to a recently awarded $31,900 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) ... Clinton Legion Receives Renovation Funding January 29, 2010 - Clinton, ON – Today, the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 140 in Clinton hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, to share some wonderful news with the local community. New Decade, New Challenges, New Cabinet January 18, 2010 - Premier McGuinty today announced major changes to his Cabinet to drive the government’s economic, education and green energy agenda. Among those changes, the Premier named Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. Full-day Learning Coming To Seven Schools In Huron-Bruce January 12, 2010 - Local children and their families will benefit from an integrated day of learning and play when full-day early learning comes to Huron and Bruce Counties this September. Ripley-Huron Legion Receives Renovation Funding January 5, 2010 - Ripley, ON – Today, the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 440 Ripley-Huron hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, to share some wonderful news with the local community. Kinsmen Club of Walkerton Receives Event Funding January 5, 2010 - Walkerton, ON – Today, Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce joined the Kinsmen Club of Walkerton to announce a $25,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), that will help the local organization host the first annual Midwestern Ontario Sportsmen’s Show.;