Orillia's Lighthouse Sends Out SOS for Funding
The Lighthouse in Orillia faces a critical funding shortfall, threatening its essential services for the community. Learn about the urgent appeal and how it impacts local support systems.
The Lighthouse in Orillia faces a critical funding shortfall, threatening its essential services for the community. Learn about the urgent appeal and how it impacts local support systems.
The federal government has declined a proposal to implement productivity measurement across the public service. Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali's decision, announced December 16, 2025, sparks debate on accountability.
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
Pilar Martinez, CEO of Edmonton Public Library, will leave her role in summer 2026. Learn about her tenure and the upcoming leadership transition.
A leaked Treasury Board document reveals plans for a stricter, five-day in-office mandate for federal public servants by 2027, sparking union backlash and concerns over productivity and morale.
Discover the Calgary Public Library's unique 2025 book selections and festive programming, featuring a special storytime with Mayor Jeromy Farkas. Find your next winter read.
The Orillia Public Library shut down early after fire crews responded to a report of an obnoxious smell, later attributed to bear spray. No injuries were reported.
The City of Orillia officially opened its new warming centre on Friday, December 5, 2025. The facility provides a crucial warm, safe space for residents during the cold winter months.
New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
Analysis: The public service transformation outlined in Budget 2025 presents challenges but also significant opportunities for federal workers. Learn how to navigate the coming changes.
Step into a literary whodunit at the Stephen Leacock Museum. The new 'Murder by the Book' interactive exhibit invites guests to solve a mystery, blending history with immersive fun.
A new public dashboard in Ontario provides real-time insights into community drug use through wastewater analysis. Discover the data and its implications for public health policy.
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.
The City of Orillia has installed large, new signs on Fittons Road West to enhance safety in school zones by slowing motorists. Discover how this visual strategy aims to protect children.
Ottawa's landmark Ādisōke library will not open in 2026 as planned. City officials cite construction pressures but have not made the full reasons public. Details inside.
Ottawa's new Ādisōke central library will not open until after 2026, city officials confirmed. The delay impacts the highly anticipated joint facility with Library and Archives Canada.
Discover which titles are in highest demand at the Edmonton Public Library, with waitlists stretching into the hundreds. Find out what locals are eager to read.
A regulatory panel has found a Barrie-Orillia area investment advisor liable following a fraud conviction. Get the details on the case and its implications for investors.
Public service unions are pressing the government for details on rumours of a full-time office mandate, calling any such plan 'reckless and out of touch.' Get the latest updates.
Significant police presence reported near East Street in Orillia on November 30, 2025. Authorities remain tight-lipped about ongoing investigation details. Stay informed about developing situation.
As Ottawa marks its 200th anniversary, citizens debate its transformation from rough lumber town to Canada's sophisticated capital. Discover the vision for Ottawa's future.
Ontario Provincial Police are searching for a suspect accused of passing counterfeit bills at multiple Orillia businesses. Police warn local merchants to be vigilant.
An Orillia teenager reported missing for seven weeks has been located safe, Ontario Provincial Police confirm. Get the latest details on this resolved case.
New report shows significant decrease in incidents at Winnipeg libraries during last quarter. Discover the positive trends and community impact in our latest coverage.
The Lighthouse in Orillia prepares to open its warming centre as temperatures drop. Learn how this vital service supports community members during cold months.
Vancouver city officials scrap controversial plan to remove baby change tables from public washrooms following strong public opposition. Learn how community advocacy made a difference.
Amherstburg council will assess Carnegie Library repair expenses during 2026 budget deliberations. The historic building requires significant maintenance investment.
Orillia residents will enjoy affordable $2 public transportation starting in 2026. Learn how this initiative will transform local mobility and accessibility.
A collision on Highway 12 in Orillia resulted in a damaged hydro pole, causing traffic disruptions. Get the latest details on the incident and its impact.