Archives - 2009 News Archives
Canada and Ontario partner with Bluewater Rest Home to make important renovations December 18, 2009 - ZURICH, ONTARIO – Canada and Ontario today announced an investment in partnership with Blue Water Rest Home that will re-purpose and renovate vacated portions of the Long-Term Care Home.
Cracking down on energy retailers Letter to the Editor – December 11, 2009 - For a number of years the constituents of Huron-Bruce have been contacting me, frustrated and confused, after unknowingly entering a contract with an energy retailer.
Specialist High School Major Students in the communities of Clinton, Kincardine and Port Elgin now have more opportunities for hands-on learning thanks to the government's growing specialist high skills major program.
Health and Long-Term Care I certainly am very pleased to respond on behalf of the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care.
Taxation My question is for the Minister of Revenue. Minister, recent news very much reflects the behaviour of the official opposition.
Cemetaries Mrs. Carol Mitchell: My petition is: "Whereas Ontario's cemeteries are an important part of our cultural heritage, and Ontario's inactive cemeteries are constantly at risk of closure and removal; and ...
Taxation The leader of the official opposition says that the public is against our government's proposed harmonized sales tax, but according to the Belleville Intelligencer newspaper, the only thing Ontarians are rejecting is the Leader of the Opposition and his attempts to spin Ontarians.
Bill 175 I'm very pleased to enter the debate on Bill 175, and I want to focus on one example about why this bill is important to a riding like Huron-Bruce.
Governments of Canada and Ontario Celebrate New Affordable Housing in Bruce County Port Elgin, Ontario – Funding of $2.1 million for 28 new affordable housing rental units for seniors, persons with disabilities, and other low income households was announced today in Port Elgin.
Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs My question is to the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.
Expanding Opportunity For At-Risk Youth October 9, 2009 - Students in the Clinton will be given the opportunity to improve their personal health and wellness, while staying off the streets, through the province’s After-School Initiative.
MPP Mitchell Celebrates 211 in Huron County October 13, 2009 - Goderich, ON – On Tuesday, MPP for Huron-Bruce, Carol Mitchell, joined the Huron United Way to share some great community news.
Exeter Legion Receives Renovation Funding October 13, 2009 -  - Exeter, ON – Tuesday morning, the Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 167 – Exeter hosted MPP for Huron-Bruce, Carol Mitchell, to share some wonderful news with the local community. 
Crediton Community Centre Fully Accessible to All October 13, 2009 - Crediton, ON – On Tuesday afternoon, the Crediton Community Centre extended Thanksgiving weekend by hosting MPP for Huron-Bruce and expressing their gratitude for a $55,500 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. 
Huron Business Development Corp. is at the table to promote local food Ontario is encouraging regional marketing efforts for Ontario foods and strengthening the economy in Huron-Bruce by encouraging more residents and businesses to buy locally grown food.
MPP Mitchell Celebrates $35,000 OTF Grant to Support Rural Health Initiative October 14 2009 - Seaforth, ON – On Wednesday morning, MPP for Huron-Bruce, Carol Mitchell joined members of her riding at the Gateway Rural Health Research Institute.
H1N1 Vaccine in Bruce County November 2, 2009 - Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce stated that her constituents in Bruce County have been ignored by the Grey-Bruce Health Unit.
Municipal Elections Oct. 27, 2009 - My question is for the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Minister, yesterday, as part of the good government bill, changes to the Municipal Elections Act were announced.
Huron-Bruce MPP does Not support resolution asking for Moritorium on Wind Development October 29, 2009 - MPP Carol Mitchell will not be supporting a motion put forward by Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MPP Bill Murdoch that pushes for the Ontario Government to impose a moratorium on all new wind turbine projects in Ontario.
Rural Infrastructure October 26, 2009 - Being connected is vital for both our social and economic well-being. Given the importance of being connected in today's day and age, access to broadband infrastructure should be available to as many Ontarians as possible, including our farmers, rural businesses and rural residents.
Walkerton Agriculture Society Gets New Roof Oct. 23, 2009 - The Walkerton Agriculture Society is in the process of putting on a new roof on one of their three buildings thanks to a $65,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).
Healthy Hearts Welcomes Specialized Fitness Equipment Oct. 23, 2009 - Exercise bikes are essentials to the fitness component of the cardiac rehabilitation program run by Healthy Hearts in Huron County.
Ontario Market Investment Fund I recently announced two grants that deal with the promotion of Ontario foods through the Ontario market investment fund.
Municipal Government Minister, could you please talk more about Local Government Week and what your ministry is doing to educate the public about this very important level of government...
Hanover Veneer Boosts Local Economy October 16, 2009 - Ontario is supporting Hanover Veneer and other growing companies in Bruce and Grey counties.
Kincardine Legion Receives Renovation Funding Thanks to a recently awarded $15,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), the Legion has been able to make important improvements to their community facility.
MPP, Hospital, LHIN and Municipality discuss future vision for Kincardine Hospital October 14, 2009 - Carol Mitchell, MPP Huron-Bruce, joined local healthcare and municipal leaders on site to discuss the current and future state of healthcare in Kincardine on Friday, October 9, 2009.
More Students In Huron-Bruce Get Homework Help October 8, 2009 - Local students in grades 7 to 10 will benefit from online tutoring to help them improve and succeed in math. 
Former Huron-Bruce MPP Murray Gaunt Honoured October 7, 2009 - A minute of silence was observed in the Ontario Legislature earlier this week, as family, friends and colleagues honoured the life of former Huron-Bruce MPP Murray Gaunt.
Bill 183 Oct. 6, 2009 - I'm very pleased to enter the debate on time allocation and Bill 183.
More RIDE Police Checks Means Safer Roads in Huron-Bruce October 2, 2009 - The Ontario government is helping to reduce collisions and save lives in Huron and Bruce Counties by supporting police officers who conduct Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) spot checks.
Ontario Supports Local Investments in Green Energy October 2, 2009 - Ontario will be providing assistance to community groups looking to build new green generation and to municipalities that might face extra infrastructure costs as green energy facilities are built. 
Accountability This government is all about accountability, this government is all about transparency, and we have done nothing but that since we were elected in 2003.
Regional Equine and Agricultural Centre of Huron (VIDEO) Just over two weeks ago, the town of Clinton in the municipality of Central Huron held the grand opening ceremonies for the wonderful and long-awaited Regional Equine and Agricultural Centre of Huron.
Bill 196 September 23, 2009 - Mrs. Carol Mitchell: I do appreciate the opportunity to enter into the debate on Bill 196.
Four County Labour Market Planning Board launches SOS mobile support with help from Ontario Trillium Foundation September 18, 2009 - WALKERTON – Local MPPs Carol Mitchell and Bill Murdoch along with the Training Board office staff in Walkerton today unveiled a new resource centre, dubbed SOS for Skills Opportunity Showcase, at that location thanks in part to a three-year $195,200 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) grant.
Helping more high school students graduate September 18, 2009 - Local  high school students have more opportunities for hands-on learning thanks to the government’s growing Specialist High School Major program.
Breast Cancer Sept. 17, 2009 - .... some articles about young women who have developed breast cancer and how their lives have changed and how their children's lives have changed - all their family.
Taxation - HST Sept. 17, 2009 - Small business, construction and farming are large employers and are an important part of the cultural identity of Huron-Bruce. These groups have been coming to me over the summer with questions regarding the harmonized sales tax.
Taxation Sept. 16, 2009 - While the worst may well be over, we need to ensure that Ontario businesses emerge stronger, to spur new investment and new jobs so they can produce more, export more and, most importantly, create more jobs.
Aboriginal Economic Development Sept. 15, 2009 - My question is for the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs.
Helping More High School Students Graduate September 11, 2009 - Bruce County high school students have more opportunities for hands-on learning thanks to the government’s growing Specialist High School Major program.
Mitchell Receives New Portfolio, New Responsibilities Sept 11, 2009 - CLINTON - Carol Mitchell, MPP for Huron-Bruce, has been given new roles and responsibilities as parliamentary assistant to the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care ...
Municipality, Hospital, Physicians, Province, and OMA working on short and longer term solutions for Suageen Memorial ER August 29, 2009 - The partnership between the province’s HealthForceOntario Marketing and Recruitment Agency (hfomrA) and medical staff at Saugeen Memorial Hospital in Southampton has been extended until September 30, 2009.
Training Workers For The Jobs Of The Future August 28, 2009 - A new training centre in Goderich will help train more workers for high-skilled jobs of the future.
Carol Mitchell hosting affordable housing consultation meeting in Kincardine August 14, 2009 - Clinton, ON. - Carol Mitchell, MPP, Huron-Bruce will be hosting a public consultation meeting on Ontario’s Affordable Housing Strategy on Tuesday, September 8 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine.
Ontario Protects Jobs In Furniture Manufacturing Sector Ontario is helping the wood furniture manufacturing industry increase its market competitiveness and protect jobs.
Funding available for local organizations Date: July 29, 2009 - New Infrastructure Stimulus Fund aimed at not-for-profits
Mitchell appointed to Health Care Panel July 27, 2009 - Carol Mitchell, MPP of Huron-Bruce, will be joining health care representatives from across the province for the inaugural meeting of the Ontario Rural and Northern Health Care Panel in Toronto today.
Local projects support species at risk and their habitats July 2, 2009 - Stewardship projects in Huron-Bruce will receive more than $120,000 from the Species at Risk Stewardship Fund this year to help protect and recover species at risk.
MPP continues to push Health Ministry for timeline June 26, 2009 - Today, Huron Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell provided an update on the Brockton Family Health Team Clinic.
Ontario Proposes New Rules For Green Energy Projects June 9, 2009 - The province is proposing a one-window approvals process and standardized requirements for renewable energy projects.
Mitchell meets with friends of Kincardine Hospital June 10, 2009 - Today, Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell had a chance to sit down with a group of citizens who formed the Friends of Kincardine Hospital.
$19,231 allocated to rent bank in Huron County and $19,489 allocated to rent bank in Bruce County June 10, 2009 - Ontario has allocated $19,231 to the rent bank in Huron County and $19,489 to the rent bank in Bruce County under the Provincial Rent Bank Program.
Canada-Ontario partnership creates jobs, stimulates economy in Huron-Bruce June 2, 2009 - Residents of Huron-Bruce will benefit from federal and provincial infrastructure funding to replace, upgrade and rehabilitate numerous projects across the riding, announced today by MP Ben Lobb and, MPP Carol Mitchell.
Better Buildings, Better Learning June 09, 2009 - Ontario is giving kids better places to learn by improving publicly funded schools. Students in Owen Sound, Walkerton and Durham will benefit from funding for new school accommodations and improvements.
Science Fair June 2, 2009 - I rise in the House today to congratulate three outstanding students from my riding on a wonderful achievement. Victor Kloeze, Jacob McGavin and Allison Underwood recently returned from the Canada-Wide Science Fair in Winnipeg, where they received awards for their outstanding science projects.
The Fun Pass June 1, 2009 - Summer is just around the corner and children will soon be out of school. I know as a parent that it can be very difficult and a challenge to find fun, innovative and exciting ways to keep our children entertained during this time.
Social Housing gets a boost in Huron-Bruce May 29th, 2009 - Ontario is helping repair and rehabilitate social housing projects in Huron and Bruce Counties that will enhance the quality of life and provide real opportunities for local families.
Energy Conservation May 26, 2009 - Mrs. Carol Mitchell: I rise to speak about a very important and worthy initiative from the Ontario Power Authority happening today right in front of the Legislature.
Large projects protect species at risk and their habitats May 26, 2009 - Five stewardship projects in Huron-Bruce will receive more than $ 121,036 from the Species at Risk Stewardship Fund this year to help protect and recover species at risk.
New performing arts complex in Cambridge, Ontario May 21, 2009 - Cambridge, Ontario — Residents of Cambridge will soon benefit from a new performing arts complex
Private Members' Public Business protection for workers May 7, 2009 - Mrs. Carol Mitchell: I move that, in the opinion of this House, the government of Canada should protect Ontario workers' severance and termination pay when their employer goes bankrupt by amending the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act....
Private Member's Resoltion - Carol Mitchell May 7, 2009 - I move that in the opinion of this House, the Government of Canada should protect Ontario workers severance and termination pay when their employer goes bankrupt by amending the Bankruptcy Act and Insolvency Act...
MPP's Mitchell and Murdock announce $5,510,720 for greening area schools May 8, 2009 - Province Creates More Than 5,500 Jobs In The Green Economy
Government provides $6,024,441 for greening area schools May 8, 2009 - Province Creates More Than 5,500 Jobs In The Green Economy
Home Audits April 27, 2009 - My question is for the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure regarding green power generation.
Water Quality April 23, 2009 - Source protection committees have been actively working across the province on plans to protect the sources of their drinking water.
2009 Budget Debate April 21, 2009 - You've heard from the opposite side of the House and you've heard quite a tale from over that side of the House, but let's just, for the record, set it straight today
Huron County plans for economic renewal April 17, 2009 - Ontario is helping Huron County strengthen its local economy and pursue opportunities for growth and prosperity in the region.
Rural Summer Jobs Program I'm very pleased to inform the House that on Monday, April 6, the annual Premier's summit on agri-food was held. Contains a YouTube Video.
World Water Day Carol Mitchell's Member Statement to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario regarding "World Water Day" on April 7, 2009.
Murray Gaunt It is certainly with great sadness that I stand today to inform the House of a passing away of a truly remarkable man.
Murray Gaunt was a man of humble beginnings who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of people in Huron-Bruce.
Murdoch and Mitchell Receive Reply to Bluewater Letter March 27, 2009 - Queen’s Park – Today, MPPs, Carol Mitchell and Bill Murdoch received a reply from the Minister of Education, Kathleen Wynne about the letter they delivered to the Minister asking for a Ministry representative to look into concerns parents had about the Bluewater District School Board.
MPPs Request Minister of Education for Board Review March 26, 2009 - Queen’s Park – MPPs Carol Mitchell and Bill Murdoch this morning issued a joint letter requesting that Education Minister Kathleen Wynne direct the Ministry of Education to look into recent concerns raised about decisions being made by the Bluewater District School Board.
Ontario Budget Creates Jobs for Families Today and Builds Economy for Tomorrow March 26, 2009 - The McGuinty government¡¯s 2009 Budget lays out a plan to help families in Huron-Bruce affected by the global economic crisis and positions Ontario to become more competitive for a more prosperous future.
Trucking Safety March 25, 2009 - I understand that as of January 1, 2009, legislation came into effect to cap the speed of most large trucks in Ontario at 105 kilometres per hour using an electronic device, a speed limiter.
Bill 157 March 25, 2009 - I'm very pleased to rise to speak to Bill 157. It's very clear that this bill will come into effect on February 1, 2010.
Bill 157 March 24, 2009 - I want to tell you right off that I will be supporting Bill 157.
McGuinty government helping business and youth in huron-bruce March 20, 2009 - Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell announced today that the Ontario Governments popular Rural Summer Jobs Service Program will return for the summer of 2009
Organ Donations March 12, 2009 - I want to congratulate the member from Welland. No one can argue that the member has a great passion for organ donations
2008 Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Award March 9, 2009 - It gives me great pleasure to rise in the House today to congratulate an outstanding young man from the riding of Huron-Bruce, Jacob McGavin.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week March 9, 2009 - March 11 to 17 is Canadian Agricultural Safety Week. An average of 22 people die each year in farm-related incidents.
Bill 154 Debate March 4, 2009 - I stand in this House and let the members know that I will be supporting this bill.
Green Energy Act, Bill 150 March 3, 2009 - I am very pleased to enter the debate on the Green Energy Act, Bill 150.
Crossover Festival of Music sings Happy Tune Thanks to OTF Grant Feb.27, 2009 - Wingham, ON - The Crossover Festival of Music formally announced a two-year $77,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation with the help of Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell.
Huron Pioneer Organization to get a make over Thanks to $15,000 OTF Grant February 27, 2008 - Blyth, ON – Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell formally announced today funding of $15,000 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation for the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association to renovate their existing buildings.
Health Care Frebruary 19 -  Since I was elected in Huron- Bruce, my constituents have continued to ask me one very important question: Where can they find a family health care provider?
Bill 103 Response February 17, 2009 - I want to thank the member from Eglinton-Lawrence for his kind comments.
Bill 103 February 17,2009 - I rise today to support Bill 103, but I wanted to give it a little bit of a different perspective
Government of Canada and Government of Ontario Make Historic Infrastructure Investments in Huron-Bruce February 13, 2009 - Residents of Huron-Bruce will benefit from joint federal, provincial and municipal funding to build roads, bridges and water systems, announced today by Ben Lobb, M.P.  and Carol Mitchell, M.P.P.
Walkerton Legion receives renovation funding February 5, 2009 - Walkerton, ON – Thursday morning, the Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 102 – Walkerton hosted MPP for Huron-Bruce, Carol Mitchell, to share some wonderful news with the local community.
MPP Mitchell announces $53,100 grant for Walkerton Golf & Curling Club February 5, 2009 - Walkerton, ON – On Thursday morning, MPP for Huron-Bruce, Carol Mitchell, was in Walkerton to share some exciting news for the community.
Ontario modernizes OPP facilities in Walkerton January 30, 2009 - The Municipality of Brockton will benefit from new economic development and employment opportunities with the construction of a new Ontario Provincial Police detachment office.
Tribute to heroes in Huron-Bruce Counties January 24, 2009 - Ontario has dedicated a 50 kilometre stretch of Highway 21 from Goderich to Kincardine as the Bluewater Veterans Highway.
Better buildings, better learning in Huron-Bruce January 13, 2009 - Students in Huron-Bruce are benefiting from $12,361,292 in repairs and renovations to improve publicly funded schools...
Welcome support for local craft brewers January 6, 2009 - Steelback Brewery in Tiverton, Ontario received a welcome financial boost today as part of Ontario’s commitment to help ensure the success of small brewers across the province.