Archives - 2008 News

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McGuinty Government provides funding to Research renewable energy in Huron County December 18, 2008 - The Huron Business Development Corporation (HBDC) in partnership with the Centre for Applied Renewable Energy, have received $131,867 as part of a Job Creation Partnership. Town of Goderich leading the way in appliance pickup December 18, 2008 - Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell was in Goderich on December 18th to help the Town of Goderich and Goderich Hydro - West Coast Huron Energy Inc celebrate... Fun Times Ahead in Crediton with new playground thanks to OTF Grant December 18, 2008 - Crediton, ON – Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell took some time out today to pay a visit to a newly updated playground in Crediton... Carol Mitchell Attends Great Lakes Environmental Forum Dec. 17, 2008 - Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce attended the Great Lakes Environmental Forum in Washington on the 11th of December. MPP Carol Mitchell asks Minister of Transportation question on Road Safety Act December 8, 2008 - During today’s question period session of the Provincial Legislature, Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell brought forth the concerns she has been hearing from her constituents regarding the Governments Road Safety Bill (Bill 126) Food Safety Minister, there has been some media attention lately associated with the sale and distribution of raw milk. OTF Grant helps Kincardine Lions Park Get New Playground Equipment Nov. 12, 2008 - The Kincardine and District Lions Club received a $30,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to replace playground equipment at the Kincardine Lions Park. OTF Grant supports Elmwood Community Centre make energy efficient upgrades Nov. 12, 2008 - The Elmwood Community Centre will be a lot warmer this coming winter as upgrades to the heating system is in its final states made possible by a $45,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). Nov. 5, 2008 - Province eases financial pressures on Huron-Bruce municipalities and property taxpayers October 31, 2008 - Residents of municipalities in Huron-Bruce can expect to see the costs of Ontario Works benefits and court security paid by the province when the elements in a new report are fully implemented in 2018. Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence Oct 28 2008 - It gives me great pleasure to rise in the House to inform members that nominations are now being accepted for the Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence. Who are Ontario's top educators? October 24, 2008 - Nominations are open for the Premier’s Awards for Teaching Excellence. Walkerton Clean Water Centre Oct. 21, 2008 - I rise today to offer congratulations to the residents of Walkerton on the recent groundbreaking for the new Walkerton Clean Water Centre. Construction begins on the Walkerton Clean Water Centre's new facility October 17, 2008 - Today, local officials gathered to break ground on the construction site of the new Walkerton Clean Water Centre facility. Brockton & Saugeen Shores to receive funding from Province October 15, 2008 - The Ontario government is providing the municipalities of Brockton & Saugeen Shores with funding as a result of the final reconciliation of the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund Rural Ontario October 6, 2008 - I would like to know what the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs is doing to support the economy in rural Ontario. Question Period Reform October 7, 2008 - I'm very pleased to rise today, and I will be supporting the recommendations going forward on the reform. Huron County Receives Funding For Ambulances October 7, 2008 - Clinton:  Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce announced that Huron County will receive funding for the installation of mobile computers.  Ontarians Have Opportunity to Send Clear Message This Election October 7, 2008 - Clinton -  Next  week Canadians will elect a new federal government. No matter which party forms the government, one thing is certain: one third of all the seats in Parliament will come from Ontario. OTF Grant supports Barrier-Free Access for Carnegie Library October 4, 2008 - Port Elgin, ON - The Carnegie library will soon be fully accessible to the community of Saugeen Shores thanks to a new elevator being installed. Renewable Energy Centre Gets a New Plan October 3, 2008 - Brussels - On Friday morning, the Centre for Applied Renewable Energy (CfARA) hosted Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, who announced some great news for the Huron Community.  Energy Efficient Upgrades for Vanastra Rec Centre Thanks to $10,000 OTF Grant October 3, 2008 - The Vanastra Recreation Centre was pleased to announce several energy efficiency upgrades and retrofits at the Vanastra Recreation Complex today, thanks in part to $10,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). Long Term Care Sept. 28, 2008... more good news in the health care sector in Huron-Bruce as it pertains to long-term care. International Plowing Match Sept. 22, 2008 - I rise to inform the Legislature of the great success that was this past week's International Plowing Match in the community of Teeswater... More Personal Support Workers for Huron-Bruce Area Long-term Care Homes August 27, 2008 - As part of Ontario’s $23.3 million investment to support the creation of 873 personal support workers (PSWs), Huron-Bruce will receive $ 234,788. for 17,239.7 hours of care for area long-term care homes. Creating Jobs, Building Ontario August 25, 2008 - The McGuinty government is immediately investing an additional $1.1 billion in municipal infrastructure to improve roads and bridges, expand public transit and build other municipal projects Festive funding to help attract more visitors August 22, 2008 - Ontario is helping boost tourism in the Bruce County by providing $40,000 to promote the International Plowing Match which is being held in Teeswater this year. Ontario expands Health Care Partnership in Huron August 18, 2008 - Ontario is helping the County of Huron and its partners build on the success of HealthKick Huron and create more communities of choice for health care professionals in rural Ontario. Science Fair June 10, 2008 - I rise in the Legislature today to congratulate four outstanding students from my riding on a wonderful achievement ... Hockey Theme Song June 9, 2008 - Last week, it was announced that the CBC has decided to stop licensing the theme for Hockey Night in Canada. Ontario Child Benefit May 26, 2008 - The $2.1-billion investment is going to reach 1.3 million Ontario children and 600,000 low-income families. Bill 50 May 12 - One of the things that I wanted to clarify was that the Ontario Veterinary Association, because I am a rural member, has lobbied me for four years to bring in specific language that this speaks to about mandatory reporting. Rural Ontario May 26, 2008 - ... the comment that this government hates rural Ontario - there could not be anything that is more nonsense than that statement. Native Land Dispute May 13, 2008 - Can you please state clearly for this House whether this government ever directed the OPP? Veterinarians May 12, 2008 - I rise in support of Bill 50. Veterans May 12, 2008 - ...how our government is honouring and remembering our military heroes ... Ontario Economy May 12, 2008  - ...the Ontario economy generated over 12,000 net new jobs in April ... Budget Bill May 7, 2008 - I'm very pleased to rise to support the budget bill. Tourism May 6, 2008 - ...what (is) the McGuinty government is doing to assist the local organizations and community-building festivals so that they can continue to grow and to enhance? Agricultural Programs Apr. 30, 2008 - (Farmers) would like to know why the federal government has not matched the level of support that the McGuinty government has provided them. Mining Industry April 22, 2008 - What is the status of mining in Ontario and how do we stack up against other jurisdictions? Legislative Change Apr. 21, 2008 - Comments in the House on Legislative Reform. Mining workplace health and safety April 15, 2008 - ... tell us what the government is doing to ensure that workplaces are safe for Ontario miners? Addiction Services Apr. 14, 2008 - what you are doing to improve access to treatment for youth with substance abuse problems in Ontario? Comments on Education April 9, 2008 - Audio file only. Green Ribbon beach program Apr. 3, 2008 - ... the Green Ribbon beach program, an important environmental initiative proposed by the Lake Huron Centre for Coastal Conservation, be supported. Ontario Budget (Audio) March 31, 2008 - This budget represents three back-to-back balanced budgets, which has not been done since 1908. - Ontario Budget Hansard - Mar. 27, 2008 - The budget that was presented yesterday has plenty of good news for Ontario's rural communities. Canada and Ontario sign $6.2 billion Building Canada Infrastructure Agreement July 24, 2008 - Improvements to Highway 11/17 in northwestern Ontario, Ontario rural broadband coverage, Kitchener-Waterloo rapid transit, and the Huron-Elgin London Project for clean water are priorities under Building Canada and ReNew Ontario One-of-a-kind facility coming to Central Huron July 23 - Ontario is helping the Municipality of Central Huron and its partners transform an existing school building into a state-of-the-art equine and agricultural centre. Playgrounds in Lions Park Roaring Success July 9, 2008 - Formosa - MPP for Huron-Bruce, Carol Mitchell, joined the Formosa Lions Club to celebrate the opening of the new playground at the Formosa Lions/Lioness Park. Increasing access to high quality child care July 9, 2008 - Ontario is helping make high-quality child care more affordable for families in Huron-Bruce as part of a new $25 million investment. Communities in Action Fund for Town & Country Support Services July 8, 2008 - Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce announced a grant of $ 23,800 to Town & Country Support Services. Communities in Action Fund for Goderich-Huron YMCA July 8, 2008 - Goderich - Carol Mitchell MPP Huron-Bruce announced a grant of $53,150 to the Goderich-Huron YMCA. Ontario compensates Steven Truscott July 7, 2008 - Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce said that she was pleased that the government of Ontario has agreed to pay Stephen Truscott $ 6.5 million in compensation. Carol Mitchell Hosting Poverty Consultation Meeting in Kincardine June 24, 2008 - Carol Mitchell, MPP, Huron-Bruce will be hosting a public consultation meeting on the Ontario Poverty Reduction Plan  ... New OPP Facility for Kincardine and Huron-Kinloss June 20, 2008 - Residents of Kincardine and Huron-Kinloss will be better served with the opening of a new Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) South Bruce detachment in Kincardine. Bruce Site Future Secure June 16, 2008 - Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell praised the announcement today by Infrastructure Ontario, which confirms Ontario’s energy plan of either refurbishment or new build for 6,300 MW of electrical output from the Bruce Power site.   VIDEO 17 Mb Ontario Legislature supports motion to use the Lord's Prayer June 12, 2008 - Queen’s Park: Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce stated that she is pleased that the Legislature will continue opening each day with the Lord’s Prayer. Festival funding to help attract more visitors May 23, 2008 - Ontario is helping boost tourism in the Bruce County by providing $ 63,750 to promote the Port Elgin Pumpkinfest. Celebrating Ontario's new crop of ideas May 20, 2008 - Innovative ideas grown by Ontario farmers are contributing to the local economy, boosting the agri-food industry and offering more choices for the consumer. Huron-Bruce MPP supports motion asking for compensation for Stephen Trucott May 15, 2008 - Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell will be supporting a motion put forward by Liz Sandals, MPP Guelph, that pushes for the Ontario Government to duly compensate Stephen Truscott ... Rent Bank funding boosted in Huron-Bruce May 15, 2008 - Ontario is helping more low-income renters in Huron-Bruce stay in their homes by allocating $ 69,839 to the local rent banks. Funding to help combat elder abuse May 14, 2008 - Ontario is taking action to ensure the safety and well-being of seniors in Huron and Bruce by investing in programs to prevent elder abuse. Ontario supports Southwest Economic Development May 9, 2008 - Communities across southwestern Ontario are orking together to attract jobs and create new economic opportunities with support from the provincial government. Goderich gets fast and easy access to government services Apr. 11, 2008 - A new ServiceOntario location is now open for business in Goderich. Ontario invests in protecting drinking water Apr. 10, 2008 - Ontario is investing more than $23 million to help conservation authorities and municipalities finish the technical studies they need to develop plans for protecting local sources of drinking water. Seaforth Harmony Kings hit a high note Apr. 7, 2008 - Thanks to a recently awarded $28,900 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), the local Barbershop Harmony Society chapter, the Seaforth Harmony Kings, will be able to strengthen their presence in the community. More school improvements in Goderich Apr. 1, 2008 - Students at public elementary schools in Goderich will benefit from funding for new school accommodations. Ontario invests in Huron-Bruce infrastructure, jobs Mar. 28, 2008 - Ontario is investing in water, sewer and other municipal infrastructure projects, including seven in Huron-Bruce ... Fixing roads and bridges in Huron-Bruce Mar. 27, 2008 - The McGuinty government will invest $18,565,378 for repairs to roads and bridges in riding of Huron-Bruce ... Ontario shuts off the lights for earth hour Mar. 26, 2008 - Carol Mitchell is encouraging residents of Huron-Bruce to join the Ontario government and people around the world in turning off the lights for one hour on Sat. March 29. New home for Walkerton Clean Water Centre Mar. 22, 2008 - Construction of the Walkerton Clean Water Centre’s permanent home will start this fall. New measures to tackle poverty, build opportunity Mar. 17, 2008 - Bruce County will get $362,147 and Huron County will receive $278,900 for repairs to affordable housing ... Ontario takes next step to ensure clean, affordable and reliable energy supply for generations to come Mar. 7, 2008 - Minister of Energy Gerry Phillips this morning outlined a two-phase competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process to select a nuclear reactor vendor ... Kati Durst and Quarter Mile Lane entertain municipal leaders from across the province Mar. 4, 2008 - Local talent and Canadian Idol finalist Kati Durst and her band, Quarter Mile Lane, played the Ontario Government at the recent Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference... Checking out more ways to learn Feb. 14, 2008 - Research shows us that students who acquire solid reading skills in elementary school have a better chance at success in high school and beyond. Lucknow library fully accessible thanks to OTF grant Jan. 25, 2008 - On Friday afternoon, the Lucknow Public Library hosted MPP for Huron-Bruce, Carol Mitchell, to help celebrate the official opening of the newly renovated and accessible facility. Land ambulance funding for Huron and Bruce counties Jan. 25, 2008 - The McGuinty government is providing $514,136 to Huron County and $440,735 to Bruce County to strengthen land ambulance services ... Down Payment assistance provided to Huron-Bruce households under the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program Jan. 17, 2008 - The Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario are allocating $ 43,860 to Huron-Bruce under the Homeownership Component of the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program.