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MIDLAND — Provincial police are asking for the public’s help after a possible hit-and-run in Midland Southern Georgian Bay OPP officers responded to a call from a local resident who had found a North York man lying on the eastbound shoulder of Highway 12 between Brebeuf Road and Highway 93 at about 9:30 p.m Police say the 64-year-old pedestrian had sustained injuries that investigators believe were caused by being struck by a vehicle The man was transported by paramedics to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries A section of Highway 12 was closed for two hours as investigators scoured the scene for possible clues relating to the incident which they believe occurred some time after 9 p.m and may have involved a 2015-2017 Hyundai Sonata Police are asking anyone who may have dash-cam video or an area resident with surveillance video to contact them at 888-310-1122 or by email at [email protected].Those wishing to remain anonymous can also call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online More Spotlight > Twitter feed ©2025 BellMedia All Rights Reserved A 64-year-old North York man was taken to hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries after a hit-and-run crash in Midland emergency responders found the man lying on the side of Highway 12 between Brebeuf Road and Highway 93 in Midland Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) closed that section of the highway for several hours for investigation purposes Investigators believe the crash occurred Sunday evening between 9:00 and 9:26 p.m Police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen a vehicle in the area of the collision or may have dashcam video or surveillance video By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Central Ontario Broadcasting, 431 Huronia Rd, Barrie, Ontario, CA, https://www.cobroadcasting.com. 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Emails are serviced by Constant Contact 2-vehicle crash leaves one vehicle flipped on its roof in Innisfil Construction begins on phase 1 of improvements at Innisfil Beach Park Multi-vehicle crash closes Highway 11 in Oro-Medonte Surgical wait times down thanks to partnership between Barrie and Midland hospitals Bradford bylaw officer assaulted while issuing tickets to motorists parked near school Emergency Preparedness Week: What the ice storm taught us — and how to get ready for what’s next ©2025 Central Ontario Broadcasting Website by TALIS Creative Standing in the centre of a group of dignitaries and coworkers were 20-year volunteer firefighters Bill Edwards (left) and Drew Hutchings (right) two Midland Fire recipients of the Governor General of Canada’s Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal at Midland’s council chambers Two of Midland’s finest received awards from the Governor General at last night’s council meeting for their 20-year service as volunteer firefighters The Governor General of Canada’s Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal was presented to volunteer firefighters Bill Edwards and Drew Hutchings in a council chamber filled with friends and many members of the town’s fire service According to emergency services manager and fire chief Richard Renaud the awards recognize Canadian fire service members who have completed 20 years of service; 10 of which have been in the performance of duties involving potential risks “It was a little nerve-wracking,” Edwards told MidlandToday after receiving the award Said Hutchings: “I was overwhelmed and very happy to see so many friends and family here.” Renaud provided a brief background of the men prior to the ceremony informing attendees that both Edwards and Hutchings had begun their volunteer services in the same group back in 2004 with Hutchings employed at Elcan before retiring a short time ago and Edwards continuing his career at TRW Automotive through today Representing Simcoe North MPP Jill Dunlop were her parents four of the many firefighters in the room dashed out the chambers doors The Dunlops remained quiet in attendance as Simcoe North MP Adam Chambers took to the podium to provide words of thanks from the federal government “We just went through a pretty difficult time with the power outage,” said Chambers “and I think everyone saw the kind of work that our first responders and firefighters do for us “It’s these individuals who – while all of us were trying to figure out how we were going to manage our own lives – they were out helping other people; and I want to not just commend them for their service but thank them and thank their family members for being without family when they often were needed “It’s an absolute honour for me to be here with you this evening and I want to congratulate both Bill and Drew on behalf of the Governor General for their long service and wish them all the best as they continue and find many things to fill their time,” Chambers added Mayor Bill Gordon also praised the recipients following the meeting He told MidlandToday that he understood the sacrifices made by those in emergency service roles as he too had spent six years as a volunteer firefighter for Tiny Township “You can’t overstate the importance of the fire service but 20 years makes my six years look like a rookie,” said Gordon Gordon also thanked all volunteer firefighters for their contributions and appreciated the recognition at the event by the higher tiers of government “It’s nice to see that our local provincial and federal reps came out to the community “It’s not just another award handed out,” said Gordon. “Hitting 20 years of service in the fire service – and receiving this particular award, much like the new King Charles III Coronation Medal that was just awarded to (Midland Fire fire prevention officer) Cale McLean – these are really big deals.” MidlandToday asked the recipients: if given the chance “One hundred per cent,” Edwards firmly stated Council meetings are held every third Wednesday, and can be viewed on Rogers TV cable channel 53 when available, or through the livestream on the Rogers TV website. Archives of council meetings are available through Rogers TV and on the Town of Midland’s YouTube channel Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account A traffic stop for speeding Friday in Midland has resulted in impaired charges for a Port Severn man an officer pulled a driver over on Highway 12 near Franke Kindred Road after he was clocked going more than 40 km/h over the 60 km/h limit Southern Georgian Bay OPP said in a news release The officer then began an impaired driving investigation was charged with operation while impaired (alcohol and drugs) operation while impaired (blood-alcohol concentration 80-plus) and stunt driving More Spotlight > Crude Oil Market Analysis: Industry Market Size Copyright © ChemAnalyst - 2020 | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy Nominations are now open for the first annual MidlandToday Community Builders Awards a program that celebrates a local resident whose dedication and spirit inspire others to reach their full potential The award honours an Unsung Hero: Someone whose ongoing contributions make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.  consistently going above and beyond to create a lasting the MidlandToday Community Builders Awards shines a light on those who often work quietly behind the scenes to help build a stronger Do you know someone whose commitment to the community deserves recognition Nominate them today and help us share their story 👉 Submit your nominations here  Let’s celebrate the remarkable people who make Midland the vibrant caring community we’re all proud to call home MidlandToday is proud to make a difference in our community by highlighting extraordinary individuals and organizations with the Community Builders Awards, a foundational piece of our MidlandToday Cares program. The MidlandToday Cares team's mission is to create meaningful change in Midland - and inspire others to do the same More Spotlight > BarrieNewsMan found lying on roadside in Midland a possible hit and run: OPPBy Cheryl BrownePublished: May 05, 2025 at 9:47AM EDT Where: Sections along Little Lake Park Road Detour: Avoid interruptions by continuing on Yonge Street and/or King Street Why: Re-scheduled work to install guiderails at two sections along Little Lake Park Road.  BarrieNewsMidland seeks partnership for naming rights of its recreation centreBy Cheryl BrownePublished: May 02, 2025 at 6:56AM EDT The partnership between GBGH and RVH was started to address the surgical backlog at RVH while utilizing the available capacity at GBGH both organizations are committed to benefiting all patients in Simcoe County by ensuring quicker access to surgeries we understand the critical role partnerships play in meeting the healthcare needs of our community” said Dr “We are maximizing our surgical capacity and ensuring our operating rooms (OR) are utilized to their full potential This approach not only improves access to care but also fosters a collaborative culture that benefits patients RVH surgeons performed 145 surgeries at GBGH for patients who had been waiting extended periods for care - including 45 paediatric cases demonstrating the broad scope and reach of the partnership These efforts have already made an impact on reducing the surgical backlog and enhancing care delivery in the region “This partnership is a clear example of the strength and potential of our regional healthcare network,” said Matthew Lawson we are ensuring patients receive the care they need more quickly while alleviating pressure on individual hospitals.” learned she would need surgery in June 2024 and was scheduled at RVH that fall her procedure had to be postponed due to urgent cases I didn’t know when I would be re-scheduled because the health centre’s surgical program is incredibly busy,” says Oertel “I was so relieved when I received a call this past February from GBGH to schedule my procedure with my original RVH surgeon I was at GBGH having my day surgery with Dr Not only was my experience at GBGH outstanding I was able to receive my care sooner while staying close to home.” This partnership marks a significant step forward in enhancing the capacity and resilience of the region’s hospitals Both GBGH and RVH remain committed to building on this success continuing to explore innovative solutions and strengthening cooperation to better serve the residents of Simcoe County “As RVH’s surgical program is already operating at 100 per cent capacity we have to come up with innovative solutions to help alleviate backlogs and reduce wait times,” says Dr RVH. “With GBGH having available OR time and RVH needing increased surgical capacity we knew collaborating would have a positive impact on patient care I would like to acknowledge the commitment of everyone involved at both RVH and GBGH who have all worked diligently to make this possible for patients.” as part of its planned expansion at the existing Barrie site and the development of a new site in Innisfil RVH will add operating rooms to meet the growing demand for surgical services the Georgian Bay Native Women’s Association is confidently heading into the future The non-profit organization unveiled the logo which celebrates four generations of First Nations’ women during a special event at its Penetanguishene Main Street location Friday Inspired by executive director Sheri Jackson’s own family the logo features a young woman holding a baby while her mother and grandmother look on “We’re going for growth and change,” Jackson tells MidlandToday “Now that we have a new strategic plan we’re looking to renew all of it.” Formerly occupying the top floor of BANAC’s large building on King Street in Midland the association’s headquarters is now located in a former hair salon not far from the town dock Jackson says that after they purchased the single-storey building last year she worked to create a warm and welcoming space for not just those who attend the centre for programs and/or help "It's about creating a sense of belonging because it's a place that belongs to them," Jackson says The building features lots of earth-tones and many spacious open-concept rooms along with private offices for meeting community members who have been victims of violence or human trafficking While the majority of those served by the association are First Nations’ women Penetanguishene as well as Tay and Tiny Townships they also welcome card-carrying Métis and Inuit people as well The organization’s main concern is the preservation and promotion of Anishinaabe language culture and heritage and building a strong foundation that aims for Mno Bimaadziwin (The Good Life) During a tour of the facility, women’s health worker Krystle Lalonde says the entire space has been designed to ensure everyone entering it feels welcome "People can come here and get the culture," Lalonde says noting there are also opportunities to learn the reasons behind spiritual activities like smudging From mental health and addictions and parenting support to helping victims of violence the association offers a dozen programs that are built and designed to support area residents in several core aspects regardless of where they sit across the lifecycle with Jackson noting they offer everything from pre-natal help for would-be parents to seniors' programming the organization’s board of directors is composed of five First Nations’ women which Jackson notes is important to ensure First Nations' culture and heritage is well represented Adds Jackson: "We have services and ceremonies for all groups." Attendees voiced both positive support and some strong words of caution during a public meeting regarding Midland's possible use of an MZO Cited as “another tool in the toolbox” by Mayor Bill Gordon the provincial land-use and development approval MZO (Minister’s Zoning Order) was granted for municipalities to hasten development through zoning matters Midland council had an opportunity in March to approve use of an MZO for approximately 420 proposed units within a mixed-use subdivision development at 565 Balm Beach Road but unanimously chose hosting a non-statutory public meeting to allow the public to be a part of the process before making the formal approval During this week's meeting, Jamie Robinson of MHBC Planning explained that the MZO request was made to get around red tape surrounding OPA 7's (Simcoe County's Official Plan Amendment) He said that if council were to grant MZO approval there would still be various studies and that council would still have the opportunity to grant or deny the proposed development as per due process The first member of the public to speak was planner Greg Barker of Innovative Planning Solutions who expressed support for the MZO usage and added that an adjacent property on Balm Beach Road would also be looking for a similar application to Midland council in the near future Habitat for Humanity Ontario Gateway North CEO Kimberley Woodcock also spoke at the podium in support Project developer Delbrook Group had earlier offered to donate lands toward affordable housing to the not-for-profit organization some locals shared reservations over the implications of development in the corridor between County Road 93 and Marshall Road Town staff and council members responded to concerns from Midland resident Judy Thomas by saying a lack of available family doctors could be alleviated by providing them housing and the issue of overcrowded schools would be a matter for school boards to explore they noted that wildlife in the area would be part of a study Thomas also mentioned a previous petition made in decades past which asked for a speed reduction along Balm Beach Road (it changes from 60 km/h to 80 km/h near the Salvation Army) to a continuous 60 kilometres per hour adding that it had been defeated back then Tiny Township resident Dave Hobson raised caution to safety requirements in the area speaking from perspective as a member of the police and the planners attending the meeting to explore street lights as well as consideration for a speed reduction Gordon stated during the public meeting: “If there were ever a reason to believe that it’s the right thing to do in Midland “And I’m hoping the takeaway for other developers who will see this and perhaps factor in more Habitat lots into their builds to participate in that public-private partnership – which I believe is the future of trying to solve the housing crisis,” Gordon added Midland’s committee of the whole approved to support the MZO request with potential ratification at an upcoming regular meeting of council The matter would then be sent to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for further approval Delbrook CEO Mehdi Shafiei told MidlandToday that the concerns were critical for the developers as well and assured that they would be addressed through detailed analysis and studies with consultants as well as through collaboration with the town planning department “The support was great,” said Shafiei “That shows that people know that they need housing and the shortage of housing in Ontario is all over the news so that’s understandable.” Woodcock told MidlandToday that the benefits to housing reach far beyond simple lodging but to have a development that’s committed to multiple areas of the housing continuum – which includes inclusivity and affordability – it’s a very responsible way of developing,” said Woodcock “The concerns are understandable but also addressable.” When asked about the potential for other developers to donate lands similar to Delbrook’s offer Woodcock replied: “Habitat for Humanity is excited by any and every opportunity to create affordable housing and serve people in the community who need help accessing affordable and secure housing.” The MZO non-statutory public meeting presentation by MHBC Planning is available in the council agenda on the town of Midland website Council meetings are held every third Wednesday, and can be viewed on Rogers TV cable channel 53 when available, or through the livestream on the Rogers TV website. Archives of council meetings are available through Rogers TV and on the Town of Midland’s YouTube channel WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve will likely keep its key short-term interest rate unchanged on Wednesday, despite weeks of harsh criticism and demands from President Donald Trump that the Fed reduce borrowing costs After causing a sharp drop in financial markets two weeks ago by saying he could fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, Trump subsequently backed off and said he had no intention of doing so he and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent have said the Fed should cut rates They argue that inflation has steadily cooled and high borrowing costs are no longer needed to restrain price increases The Fed sharply ramped up its short-term rate in 2022 and 2023 as pandemic-era inflation spiked Separately, Elon Musk, the head of Trump's Department of Government Efficiency last Wednesday suggested that DOGE should look more closely at the Fed's spending on its facilities The heightened scrutiny shows that even as the Trump administration backs off its threats to fire Powell the Fed is still subject to unusually sharp political pressures despite its status as an independent agency Even so, the Fed will almost certainly leave its key rate unchanged at about 4.3% when it meets Tuesday and Wednesday. Powell and many of the other 18 officials that sit on the Fed's rate-setting committee have said they want to see how Trump's tariffs affect the economy before making any moves Trump, however, on Friday said on the social media platform Truth Social that there is “NO INFLATION” and claimed that grocery and egg prices have fallen and that gas has dropped to $1.98 a gallon That's not entirely true: Grocery prices have jumped 0.5% in two of the past three months and are up 2.4% from a year ago Gas and oil prices have declined — gas costs are down 10% from a year ago — continuing a longer-running trend that has continued in part because of fears the economy will weaken AAA says gas prices nationwide average $3.18 a gallon Inflation did drop noticeably in March though in the first three months of the year it was 3.6% economists say it's possible the Fed would soon reduce its benchmark rate because it is currently at a level intended to slow borrowing and spending and cool inflation Yet the Fed can't now cut rates with Trump's broad tariffs likely to raise prices in the coming months said that the Fed is “scarred” by what happened in 2021 when prices rose amid supply snarls and Powell and other Fed officials said the increase would likely be “transitory.” Instead inflation soared to a peak of 9.1% in June 2022 “That’s a Fed that is going to have to wait for evidence and be slow to adjust on that evidence,” Reinhart said Plus, Trump's badgering of Powell makes it harder for the Fed chair to cut rates because doing so anytime soon would be seen as knuckling under to the White House “You could imagine a world where there isn’t pressure from the Trump administration and they cut rates .. because they feel comfortable making the argument that they're doing so because of the data,” he said For his part, Powell said last month that tariffs would likely push up inflation and slow the economy The central bank would typically raise rates — or at least keep them elevated — to fight inflation while it would cut them to spur the economy if unemployment rose Powell has said that the impact of the tariffs on inflation could be temporary — a one-time price increase — but most recently said it “could also be more persistent.” That suggests that Powell will want to wait to ensure tariffs don't sustainably raise inflation before considering a rate cut Some economists forecast the Fed won't cut rates until its September meeting Yet Fed officials could move sooner if the tariffs hit the economy hard enough to cause layoffs and push up unemployment. Wall Street investors appear to expect such an outcome — they project that the first cut will occur in July, according to futures pricing Musk criticized the Fed Wednesday for spending $2.5 billion on an extensive renovation of two of its buildings in Washington we should certainly look to see if indeed the Federal Reserve is spending $2.5 billion on their interior designer,” Musk said Fed officials acknowledge that the cost of the renovations have risen as prices for building materials and labor have spiked amid the post-pandemic inflation say that local regulations forced the Fed to do more of the expansion underground a former Fed governor and a potential candidate to replace Powell as chair when Powell's term expires next year said recently that the Fed has attracted greater scrutiny because of its failure to keep prices in check “The Fed's current wounds are largely self-inflicted,” he said in a speech during an International Monetary Fund conference in late April in which he also slammed the Fed for participating in a global forum on climate change “A strategic reset is necessary to mitigate losses of credibility worse economic outcomes for our fellow citizens.” said last month that “Fed independence is very widely understood and supported in Washington Check out Village Report - the news that matters most to Canada, updated throughout the day.  Or, subscribe to Village Report's free daily newsletter: a compilation of the news you need to know Subscribe Midland’s Small Set Nursery School open its doors to families and the community Tuesday Nestled in the heart of downtown Midland in St the co-operative nursery school is offering families a chance to experience its offerings during an open house from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m “We’re so proud of Small Set’s history and want to ensure everyone knows we have spaces available in September,” said Alexandra Long current chair of the nursery school’s board “This event is a reflection of everything that makes our school a long-standing community resource - the heartfelt connections between families the joy of seeing children explore their world through play and the many partnerships we have within Midland.” preschool programming and social interaction for young children," the organization notes in a release pointing out that the open house will offer residents a chance to see firsthand the nurturing and fun environment that gives young minds the freedom to grow "The nursery school is also known for creating lasting memories and friendships for children exploration and creativity along with community involvement The open house will feature interactive classroom tours hands-on activities for kids and the chance to meet the dedicated staff who foster a warm inclusive atmosphere that allows children to grow at their own pace Small Set is celebrating several key achievements: What makes Small Set special is the relationships it fosters we see every child as an individual and every family as part of our extended community,” Long says. “Our educators and board members work together to create a safe and inclusive space for children in their early childhood and it’s something we take great pride in.” For more information, visit Small Set’s Website or follow Midland Small Set Co-operative Nursery School on Facebook/Instagram NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump says he is directing his government to reopen and expand Alcatraz the notorious former prison on a hard-to-reach California island that has been closed for more than 60 years In a post on his Truth Social site Sunday evening who will never contribute anything other than Misery and Suffering we did not hesitate to lock up the most dangerous criminals and keep them far away from anyone they could harm to reopen a substantially enlarged and rebuilt ALCATRAZ to house America’s most ruthless and violent Offenders," he wrote adding: "The reopening of ALCATRAZ will serve as a symbol of Law The prison — infamously inescapable due to the strong ocean currents and cold Pacific waters that surround it — was known as the “The Rock" and housed some of the nation's most notorious criminals including gangster Al Capone and George “Machine Gun” Kelly It has long been part of the cultural imagination and has been the subject of numerous movies including “The Rock” starring Sean Connery and Nicolas Cage Nearly all were caught or didn’t survive the attempt The fate of three particular inmates — John Anglin his brother Clarence and Frank Morris — is of some debate and was dramatized in the 1979 film “Escape from Alcatraz” starring Clinton Eastwood Alcatraz Island is now a major tourist site that is operate by the National Parks Service and is a designated National Historic Landmark The closure of the federal prison in 1963 was attributed to crumbling infrastructure and the high costs of repairing and supplying the island facility because everything from fuel to food had to be brought by boat A spokesperson for the Bureau of Prisons said in a statement that the agency “will comply with all Presidential Orders.” The spokesperson did not immediately answer questions from The Associated Press regarding the practicality and feasibility of reopening Alcatraz or the agency’s role in the future of the former prison given the National Park Service’s control of the island The island serves as a veritable time machine to a bygone era of corrections The Bureau of Prisons currently has 16 penitentiaries performing the same high-security functions as Alcatraz including its maximum security facility in Florence which is home to the federal death chamber The order comes as Trump has been clashing with the courts as he tries to send accused gang members to a notorious prison in El Salvador, without due process. Trump has also directed the opening of a detention center at Guantanamo Bay Cuba,to hold up to 30,000 of what he has labeled the “worst criminal aliens." The AP’s investigation also exposed rampant sexual abuse at a federal women’s prison in Dublin President Joe Biden signed a law strengthening oversight of the agency after AP reporting spotlighted its many flaws Associated Press writers Aamer Madhani in West Palm Beach and Michael Balsamo in Washington contributed to this report Building projects in Tiny Township were addressed at recent meetings where questions were asked toward the progress on the Toanche pavilion project and the contentious administration centre build (TTAC) explained that the aim was to get a comparison and offered that if the difference was notable it would be brought to council for further discussion Robitaille added that software modelling would be implemented to estimate what would be required for the net-zero initiative with that comparative cost to be submitted to the Green Municipal Fund for consideration it did come in above budget,” said Robitaille “We haven’t made the numbers public yet because we’re exploring options of how we can bring that back within a reasonable number for the staff and the township We’re going to be in discussions with the lowest bidder shortly just to see what they would suggest on this project.” When asked by Mayor Dave Evans if an artificial surface was included in the plan Robitaille said it was being looked at within the tenders as an option “One issue with that site is the availability of power and that kind of limits our options up there because it’s only a single-phase; and to get a proper system we’d need to have three-phase and bring it out to that site,” said Robitaille MidlandToday asked Evans if the projects had been implemented at the right time due to rising construction costs “The TTAC is still a moving target,” said Evans reiterating the importance of exploring the cost differences between a net-zero and non net-zero build “We’re keeping our eyes and ears open in terms of dealing with the reality right now of prices going up in that we’re looking at any option we can to reduce costs It’s very difficult to know right now,” said Evans Archives of council meetings are available to view on the township’s YouTube channel Viral infections aboard cruise ships can be contained but what impact would a norovirus outbreak have on Midland when paired with the U.S government firing its cruise-ship health inspectors MidlandToday sent inquiries to the town Center for Disease Control and Pearl Seas Cruises to explore how Midland Harbour would navigate such an instance roughly 2,400 employees of the CDC were laid off – including cruise-ship inspectors working under the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) – as reported by Amercian media Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) According to the U.S. Federal Register VSP inspections are paid through cruise-ship company fees and not by U.S Midland has promoted itself as a cruise ship destination over the past decade and the Pearl Mist is scheduled to arrive at its harbour on May 28 through ports in Wisconsin and Michigan before crossing the border into Ontario destinations including Sault Ste A spokesperson for the CDC responded to MidlandToday asking about the status of the U.S “Critical programs in the CDC will continue under Secretary Kennedy’s vision to streamline HHS to better serve Americans CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program continues its programmatic activities,” replied the official Those activities included: Unannounced sanitation inspections; monitoring and assisting with gastrointestinal outbreaks and the tracking and reporting for those illnesses; planning reviews for new and renovated cruise ships and equipment reviews; and variance review and processing “This work has not stopped,” added the CDC spokesperson “as the VSP is primarily staffed by USPHS (United States Public Health Service) commissioned officers who were not subject to the reduction in force.” Regarding communications between the CDC and the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) when a gastrointestinal illness is detected as a cruise ship crosses the border both agencies collaborate to share data and findings “Public Health Agency of Canada monitors cases of gastrointestinal illness on board all cruise ships entering Canada and works with federal and provincial partners to investigate and take collaborative steps to address outbreaks,” Anna Maddison When total gastrointestinal cases are greater than two per cent of passengers or crew PHAC works with the cruise-ship operator to implement outbreak prevention measures open communication with cruise ship operators For ships leaving Canada and entering the U.S. CDC VSP of any ships that have reported gastrointestinal illness on board.” all cruise ships would need to report cases of gastrointestinal illness to PHAC “no less than 24 hours before the vessel’s expected arrival at the Canadian port.” As for what they might mean locally, Midland culture and community manager Karen Mealing said the town does not screen crew and passenger health of cruise ships entering port “If there are ill passengers and crew we are notified in advance by the crew and ill individuals stay aboard the vessel unless they need to seek medical attention.” Mealing added: “If there is a quarantine on the ship for example if passengers test positive for COVID-19 they don’t get off the ship unless the ship has made arrangements for passengers to disembark and quarantine in a hotel usually in the Toronto-area near the airport.” Any changes to the reception of international tourists would be dictated by the federal government MidlandToday contacted Pearl Seas Cruises regarding health screening aboard the Pearl Mist safety protocols and the impact of the CDC decision on protective measures should a cruise ship violate health measures Maddison explained that PHAC ranges “from outreach and engagement to a more enforcement-oriented approach of fines and summary convictions.” Said Maddison: “Under Section 39 (of the Quarantine Act) a PHAC environmental health officer may order conveyance operators to take a number of actions when the Officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a conveyance its cargo or anything else onboard the conveyance could be the source of a communicable disease As per the Quarantine Act a conviction on indictment for offenders could result in a $1 million fine and/or up to three years imprisonment with a summary conviction adding up to a $300,000 fine and/or six months imprisonment the VSP aimed to identify and address risks of regulation violators before becoming problematic VSP can recommend a cruise ship not sail if there are imminent public health risks.” The Town of Midland is proud to celebrate over 20 years of operation of the beloved North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre and is thrilled to announce a fresh new chapter.  As part of this milestone the Town is inviting opportunities for a business organization or individual partner with a passion for Midland to submit proposals to obtain the naming rights for this vital shared space “For over two decades the NSSRC has been more than just a building – it’s a hub for sports and events – fostering incredible community spirit and lasting memories for families and organizations in the North Simcoe area and beyond,” said Midland Mayor Bill Gordon “This call for interest for the naming rights is the first opportunity of its kind for the Town and we look forward to creating a valuable and mutually beneficial branding partnership with an outstanding supporter.” The 118,000 square foot multi-purpose facility serves over 300,000 visitors annually acting as a welcoming place to host weddings and more.  It is home to two NHL-sized ice surfaces that host special events and floor sports in the summer a large community room for gatherings of up to 560 people five additional meeting rooms of varying sizes and other public amenities such as a sports store a concession area and a shooting pad facility This unique naming rights opportunity provides a chance for proponents to leave a legacy in Midland while gaining high visibility and association as part of this important public venue and offers a vital role in investing in the growth and success of the community Interested organizations or individuals are encouraged to visit midland.ca/NamingRights to learn more and to submit their official proposal Read this article on our website. Home / Col Ted Hanger to Speak at Midland University Undergraduate Commencement Midland University is excited to announce Col Ted Hanger as its keynote speaker for the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony Saturday Hanger will address more than 250 undergraduate students during the ceremony which will also feature remarks from President Dr and graduated from Hastings College in 1995 Hanger has served with distinction in the United States Army and the Army National Guard for nearly 30 years He has most recently served as the Chief of the Strategic Partnerships Division within the Strategy and Policy Directorate at the United States Space Command in Colorado Springs He received his commission as an infantry officer U.S He is a graduate of the Infantry Officer Basic Course Human Resources Management Qualification Course Hanger holds master’s degrees in Strategic Studies from the U.S Army War College and in Human Resources Management from Webster University.  His military path shouldn’t have come as a big surprise as the Hanger name dates back to the Revolutionary War there have been direct descendants of the Hanger family in every war or conflict the United States has ever fought in,” Hanger said.  Hanger wants to impart to students that the path might not always be easy but it’s important to embrace every challenge “I want to talk about being resilient and to keep competing You’re not always going to have your best day but you need to put your best foot forward.” Hanger has a strong connection with Midland as his son is a 2024 graduate and was a member of the Warrior football team It was during Chase’s college selection process that Hanger began to understand what Midland was all about.  “Coach (Jeff) Jamrog came to our house to visit with Chase “That individual attention and one-on-one approach proved to me that relationships matter at Midland He is excited for the opportunity to share his story with graduates and help ready them for whatever lies ahead “It was 30 years ago I was walking across that stage,” he said “I want to let them know there are opportunities out there and get them excited for the transition they are about to make.” Midland University’s 2025 Spring Research & Critical Thinking Fair was held on May 2nd at […] Read More Not even Dylan Raiola could save Nebraska from the dominating performance of the Midland University […] Read More Midland University has recently received a $1.6 million grant from the Nebraska Department of Education, […] Read More Midland University honored outstanding students, professors, and organizations during the 2024-25 Student Achievement Awards Celebration […] Read More Dr. Connie Taylor admits she’s rarely at a loss for words, but the Midland University […] Read More Midland University’s FBLA Collegiate squad picked up 22 awards, including five first-place showings, during the […] Read More Midland University900 N Clarkson St Fremont, NE 68025(800) 642-8382 Midland University Omaha11213 Davenport St #100 Omaha, NE 68154 (402) 941-6226 This site uses cookies to offer you a better browsing experience. If you continue using our website, we'll assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on this website and you agree to our Privacy Policy Provincial police remain tight-lipped on an ongoing investigation that began over the weekend in Midland David Hobson said an incident on Glen Bogie Crescent remains under investigation but “it’s going to stay a death investigation.” no further information will be released to the media The investigation began shortly after 7 p.m Sunday when police were called to a residence in the residential neighbourhood in Midland’s west end who was transported to hospital and later pronounced dead While the cause of death hasn't yet been confirmed investigators said at the time that there was no imminent threat to public safety Despite rumours swirling about the investigation Hobson said that police are not saying how the person died or revealing the person's identity Police have been assisted in the investigation by the OPP's emergency response team and the OPP Central Region's canine unit police said the investigation is in its early stages and no further details will be released at this time Residents in the neighbourhood reported that police had cordoned off the area around the home a police cruiser has been stationed outside a home on Chaingate Drive which was also adorned with yellow crime-scene tape, over the course of the past few days But Hobson would only say that the Chaingate Drive and Glen Bogie Crescent homes are linked through the investigation but declined to reveal what the connection might be includes producing wells and drilling locations promising sustained cash flow and development potential Rising Phoenix Capital has acquired mineral interests in the Midland Basin reinforcing its presence in one of the most productive energy regions in the US The Midland Basin mineral acquisition through the Maroon Bells Fund represents Rising Phoenix Capital’s fourth investment in the area in 2025 showcasing the firm’s commitment to direct sourcing and building institutional-grade portfolios Rising Phoenix Capital is specialised in direct relationships with stakeholders for asset consolidation Rising Phoenix Capital CEO and founder Jace Graham said: “Our underwriting is built around predictability—not hype and mineral assets that deliver dependable monthly income This acquisition furthers our commitment to that discipline and strengthens our presence in the heart of the Midland.” ConocoPhillips, is also reportedly exploring the sale of its oil and gas holdings in Oklahoma Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis These assets were part of the significant $22.5bn Marathon Oil acquisition in November of the previous year Investment bank Moelis & Co has been appointed to oversee the sale proceedings although the potential deal is still in preliminary discussions Additionally, Shell Offshore and Shell Pipeline Company, subsidiaries of Shell, have entered into an agreement with ConocoPhillips for a 15.96% working interest in the Ursa platform and associated fields in the Gulf of Mexico The $735m (£581.55m) deal will elevate Shell’s working interest subject to the decisions of other partners ConocoPhillips will also divest a 1% interest in the Europa prospect and a 3.5% overriding royalty interest in Ursa both of which were acquired through the Marathon Oil merger Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network BarrieNewsDeath investigation in MidlandBy Rob CooperUpdated: April 28, 2025 at 6:37PM EDT PARIS (AP) — UNESCO on Sunday announced the withdrawal of Nicaragua from the U.N cultural and educational body because of the awarding of a UNESCO prize celebrating press freedom to a Nicaraguan newspaper announced that she had received a letter Sunday morning from the Nicaraguan government announcing its withdrawal because of the attribution of the UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize which will deprive the people of Nicaragua of the benefits of cooperation particularly in the fields of education and culture UNESCO is fully within its mandate when it defends freedom of expression and press freedom around the world,” Azoulay said in a statement Nicaragua was one of 194 member states in the U.N UNESCO members set up the press freedom prize in 1997 and the 2025 award was attributed Saturday to La Prensa on the recommendation of an international jury of media professionals La Prensa was founded almost a century ago It said that “since 2021, following the imprisonment and expulsion of its leaders from the country as well as the confiscation of its assets, La Prensa has continued to inform the Nicaraguan population online with most of its team in exile and operating from Costa Rica Nicaraguan authorities accused La Prensa of promoting “military and political interventions by the United States in Nicaragua" and denounced the award of the prize as the “diabolical expression of a traitorous anti-patriotic sentiment," UNESCO said Nicaragua’s angry departure is a blow for the organization that is also in the crosshairs of U.S In an executive order in February, Trump called for a review of American involvement in UNESCO. In his first term as president, the Trump administration in 2017 announced that the U.S. would withdraw from UNESCO, citing anti-Israel bias The United States formally rejoined UNESCO in 2023 after a five-year absence Retired OBS Nurse at Georgian Bay General Hospital for 34 years suddenly at Georgian Bay General Hospital on Tuesday April 15 Loving and devoted mother of James (Gayle) and David Survived by her brother Paul (Joanne) Markle and Zonya (Jim) Stuart Dawn will be missed by niece Heidi Stuart and nephews Brad Stuart and Scott (Bobbiann) and Shawn (Rhonda)Markle She will be lovingly remembered by her dear church family at the Waubaushene Gospel Hall her many “mothers” and co-workers from GBGH and the residents and care givers at the Villa Care Centre – Goldfinch unit The family will receive guests for visitation at Carson Funeral Home – J.H Lynn Chapel (705) 526-6551 located at 290 First St The funeral service will take place the following day in the chapel of the funeral home starting at 1 pm A private family burial with take place in the spring at the Waubaushene Protestant Cemetery donations in Dawn’s memory may be made to the Waubaushene Gospel Hall or the Georgian Bay General Hospital Foundation The service will be live-streamed and available to watch live or later as a recording on Carson Funeral Home’s YouTube channel Online condolences and memories may shared at www.carsonfuneralhomes.com  TORONTO — The head of Magna International Inc is cheering a tariff exemption for automobile parts compliant with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement had said last month it would start charging a 25 per cent tariff on all imported auto parts by May 3 Customs and Border Protection guidance released Thursday provided clarification "Definitely that gives a lot more certainty and relief in our planning process," said Magna chief executive Swamy Kotagiri on an earnings call Friday There is however still a great deal of uncertainty over the future of tariffs on auto parts along with border taxes for the industry in general but he said the company is assuming the exemption is here to stay "That is the assumption that we're going with and hope to get some more clarity and certainty on that decision." Tariffs are expected to add about $250 million in costs for the auto-parts giant this year but Kotagiri said the company's intention is to pass on all costs to customers The company is also looking for ways to boost the share of CUSMA-complaint parts headed to the U.S but that it requires working with suppliers and customers to do so We will continue to evaluate the full scope of these opportunities," said Kotagiri Magna's customers — the major automakers — are also looking at ways to cut tariff costs but don't seem to be rushing to make big investments and production changes "It's only fair to say that all scenarios are being considered Given the capital allocation and the magnitude of what's being discussed they're looking at it very carefully," Kotagiri said Companies are looking to rebalance production plans as a first option as seen in decisions by automakers to adjust schedules rather than wholesale moves GM Canada confirmed it planned to cut a shift from its Oshawa Assembly Plant in Ontario because of the tariffs but that it remained committed to the plant Stellantis said Thursday that it was halting its auto assembly plant in Windsor after also shutting it for two weeks when Trump first imposed the tariffs in early April So far the tariffs have not created a significant financial hit to Magna though its sales were down in its latest quarter The company reported a first-quarter profit of US$146 million up from US$9 million in the same quarter last year Sales for the quarter totalled US$10.1 billion The company did provide revised guidance for the year that showed projected sales rising by US$1.4 billion to between US$40 billion and US$41.6 billion but it excludes the potential impact of tariffs This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 2 TORONTO — The Ontario government is considering shortening the length of teachers' college in order to address a worsening shortage of educators documents obtained by The Canadian Press suggest A freedom-of-information request on teacher supply and demand came back with research and jurisdictional scans the Ministry of Education conducted last year on the supply issue and the length of initial teacher education programs Highlighted in the summary of the document on teachers' college are findings that longer programs do not make better teachers "There is little evidence that the amount of course work in ITE (initial teacher education) makes a difference in teachers' effectiveness when they enter the profession," the document says "Literature research shows that teachers who complete longer practicums feel better prepared and are more likely to stay in the profession," the document says Ontario teachers' college programs are typically two years with an unemployment rate of nearly 40 per cent for teachers in their first year after becoming certified the then-Liberal government made teachers' college two years instead of one and admission rates plummeted from more than 7,600 in 2011 to 4,500 in 2021 according to the Ontario College of Teachers early-career unemployment is at “statistically negligible levels," according to the college and there is a widely acknowledged shortage of teachers set to get worse Other ministry documents previously obtained by The Canadian Press through a separate freedom-of-information request said that the gap between the number of needed teachers and available teachers is expected to widen starting in 2027 A spokesperson for Education Minister Paul Calandra said his focus will be on ensuring the best possible outcomes for students "The minister is well aware of the changes the previous government made to teachers’ college programs and has asked the ministry to report back on the best way forward to ensure student success," Justine Teplycky wrote in a statement The Ontario Principals' Council and the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario are among the groups that have called for a return to one-year programs "We're finding that the cost has become a factor a barrier for many people to actually commit that length of time to the program," said Karen Brown there isn't actually much more learning taking place...So really 'What is the purpose of the second year?'" which advocates for the province's more than 160,000 teachers published a paper last year on initial teacher education programs and urged evidence-based change that follows consultations with teachers it is worth acknowledging that the length of time in which the program is delivered is of less importance than the attainment of the desired outcomes that every graduating teacher should acquire," the federation wrote we believe that the current length of Ontario’s ITE programs represents a significant barrier for many." The federation spoke out against the change to a two-year program taking the position that three semesters should be delivered over a 12-month period and should include 100 days of practicum It warned that the four-semester program would lead to teacher shortages especially in high-needs subjects and regions the ministry says there is a teacher shortage and Indigenous teachers and in northern parts of the province The ministry documents list the main factors as increasing enrolment by about 180,000 students over an unspecified time frame growing rates of retirement – with about 7,800 teachers expected to retire by 2030-31 – and "no immediate change to teacher education in Ontario." Six out of Canada's 13 provinces and territories have four-semester programs The international range is between two and four semesters All jurisdictions in Canada except the Northwest Territories are experiencing teacher shortages and provinces and territories have adopted various strategies to address them That includes funding for scholarship programs In recent years Ontario has allowed some teacher candidates to work as supply teachers in response to shortages president of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation said that isn't an ideal or long-term solution "We're going to need a lot of people to fill these jobs but they shouldn't be in the classroom in front of students until they finish their training," she said but we're putting a Band-Aid on a solution and asking people who — they're not really unqualified but they're not yet qualified — to come in and to solve the problem as opposed to having the government look at what the issues are in education." OSSTF and other teachers' unions have for years said that working conditions are a cause of teacher shortages The president and CEO of the Council of Ontario Universities said the post-secondary institutions are working to "compress and streamline" teachers' education and suggested that universities where teachers earn their credentials do not want to see programs shortened "The skills and knowledge that teachers need to develop in response to changing technology and to foster student success is only becoming more complex not less," Steve Orsini wrote in a statement "Anything that would reduce the preparation our teachers receive could affect the quality of education and future success of students." This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 30 The suspect vehicle had departed prior to the officers arrival resulting in a patrol of the vicinity and further investigation led officers to intercept the suspect vehicle at a Midland Avenue address shortly afterwards The officers spoke with the driver and entered into an impaired driving investigation resulting in Dominic Guaragna being charged with the following criminal charges The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on April 10 and was also served a 90-day drivers licence suspension The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a seven-day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines Although the OPP runs its annual Festive RIDE campaign during the holiday season RIDE spot checks are conducted throughout the year 24/7. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1 you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails trade uncertainty and a potential recession pointed on Thursday to the business jet maker's "strong start to the year" and a bright financial outlook that foresees higher revenue The Montreal-based company expects to crank out more than 150 aircraft in 2025 versus 146 last year It also anticipates a revenue boost of at least seven per cent to more than US$9.25 billion and an adjusted earnings leap of 14 per cent to more than US$1.55 billion The confident tone marks a striking change from three months ago when Bombardier held off on giving financial guidance due to the uncertainty posed by U.S "We need to exercise caution until we see how this all unfolds," Martel said on Feb adding that he was "very disappointed" he could not provide targets Bombardier has achieved "tariff clarity," he told analysts on a conference call Thursday Its planes comply with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement exempting them for now from 25 per cent tariffs Bombardier's book-to-bill ratio — a measure of orders received to sales completed a key indicator of near-term demand for a company’s services — dipped only slightly to 90 per cent in its latest quarter Concern around 25 per cent duties on steel and aluminum imports into the U.S have plagued the aerospace sector in recent months but Martel said any extra costs were factored into its forecast "Bombardier and business aviation as a whole are resilient There are dozens if not hundreds of major international trade deals to be done around the world in the immediate future," he said That doesn't mean there hasn't been turbulence — as recently as five weeks back "We had a number of order discussions stalled around the March time frame," Martel said "Uncertainty caused a short speed bump as everyone involved in transactions slowed down a bit to reassess the situation." Market concern has now zoomed out to the broader economic picture and the risk of sluggish demand for private jets whose list prices can range from US$26 million to US$78 million business jet flying activity and new jet demand have remained stable despite the global trade chaos," said National Bank analyst Cameron Doerksen in a note to investors Bombardier continues to invest in services — maintenance and repairs — which accounted for one-third of its revenue last quarter The developments range from a bigger service centre in Abu Dhabi to enhanced interior refurbishment for planes in Singapore Bombardier has roughly 5,000 planes in service across the globe As for the company's budding defence division the spectre of global conflict may work in its financial favour "The geopolitical tension that exists today the pressure on most of the countries to increase their .. defence spending definitely is materializing," Martel said Bombardier announced in March an order from Australia for two Challenger 650 planes to be used for surveillance and reconnaissance the company reported a first-quarter profit of US$44 million Chief financial officer Bart Demosky noted higher "supplier-related costs" that will remain a headwind this year Revenue in the three months ended March 31 rose 19 per cent to US$1.52 billion from US$1.28 billion in the same period a year earlier it earned 61 cents US per share versus last year's 36 cents US per share the outcome notched lower than analysts' expectations of 66 cents US per share according to financial markets firm LSEG Data & Analytics The company's order backlog ticked down one per cent to US$14.2 billion This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 1 TORONTO — Canadian country singer Robert Adam recorded their new album in Nashville the musician doesn’t plan to travel stateside to promote it The Calgary-based non-binary artist says they contemplated their decision for several months weighing past negative experiences as a queer person visiting the United States against the importance of the U.S But after hearing about the obstacles faced by some transgender musicians in obtaining U.S Adam said they are confident they've made the right decision to skip the country on their upcoming tour it's hard not to see that I kind of stick out,” they said in a phone interview “I don't want to spend my life stressed out over whether I feel like I have to … tone down my image An order issued in January by the Trump administration declared that the United States will only recognize two sexes and that government documents must reflect the one assigned at birth This would mean trans and non-binary entertainers might have to misgender themselves in hopes of getting approval Some Canadians also have an X gender marker on their passport they said the possibility of invasive questions about their gender or being detained at the U.S Adam plans to head to the United Kingdom and Japan where they feel their brand of queer country music will be more warmly received "It's important to me that we go to spaces where I can do those things freely and .. inspire others to do the same," they added both within the LGBTQ+ community and outside it are asking themselves whether touring the United States is worth the ethical compromise or safety risks it may present the Canadian Independent Music Association held a virtual town hall to address the growing concerns about performing stateside managers and other industry players attended a panel that included two U.S immigration lawyers who specialize in visas for the arts community worried and concerned about coming into the U.S a lawyer in the performing arts division of New York-based firm CoveyLaw “It seems like every day there's a new horror story of someone getting detained Spitz noted "not that much has changed" for most travellers who are not trans are actually due to common paperwork errors "I think there's a very real chance that they expand their focus to include anyone who's been vocal in support of Palestine and other issues the current administration doesn't like." Statistics Canada data suggests that many Canadians have soured on going stateside the number of those returning from the United States by car was down nearly 32 per cent compared to last year marking the third consecutive month of year-over-year declines Customs and Border Protection data shows the number of Canadian citizens turned away at the land border also fell 44 per cent in the same month 1,747 people were found inadmissible — for reasons as varied as criminal records or improper documents — compared to 3,126 a year earlier It was the fourth consecutive month of declines some musicians are choosing to stay silent over fears that any negative comments about the American administration might wind up in a Google search by a border agent Nearly a dozen musicians and managers declined to be interviewed for this story with some explaining they couldn't risk losing access to the lucrative U.S “They're terrified of getting stuck at the border and being interrogated for social media posts," said Eric Alper a publicist representing several performers who wouldn't speak out "A lot of the Canadian artists are leaning towards just surviving." Others are thinking more about how to better prepare for their U.S Khalid Yassein of Toronto folk act Wild Rivers said his band is upgrading the status of everyone on their team to an O1 visa The band hopes it will streamline the process and eliminate potential hurdles They also plan on crossing into the United States at the same time "We’re having conversations with our team on how to be extra prepared," he said we’re excited every time we come home because we’re a little bit less stressed out." who performs under the moniker Young Friend he announced he was cancelling plans for shows in New York and Los Angeles to promote his debut album “Motorcycle Sound Effects.” The Vancouver musician said he would dedicate his energy to 17 Canadian dates across six provinces instead Tarves blamed Trump's tariff war and his aspirations to annex Canada as deciding factors in why he chose to focus on his home country “I didn't feel great about going down there,” the 26-year-old said in a recent interview “Playing there in the past has always felt pretty key to being a developing artist Thomason also announced he was backing out of U.S shows after concluding "it does not feel safe to attempt to cross the border" as a trans person His decision came shortly after fellow trans singer-songwriter Bells Larsen cancelled a U.S tour over new policies that suggested he would likely be denied a visa based on his gender identity executive director at the Canadian Federation of Musicians She said the interest expressed by Canadian musicians in touring the United States remains “huge,” even with the current unpredictability She advises travelling artists to take extra precautions when planning their U.S visa processing times have slowed in recent years an issue that predates the current Trump administration Musicians should account for those delays by planning further ahead and budgeting to pay a premium that expedites approval Other things to consider: carry medication in prescription bottles purchase vitamins south of the border and keep food in its original packaging noting it's easier to withdraw a request to enter the United States at many airports because the person is still on Canadian soil Even with the extra hurdles and turbulent political climate some Canadian musicians say they couldn't imagine abandoning U.S whose debut album was partly inspired by a concert they played hours after the U.S said performing stateside isn't just about promoting their music but empowering their fans and there are a lot of kids out there that can actually afford our tickets,” said bassist Kathryn McCaughey “It’s really important to uplift those communities and for them to feel like they’re being seen and heard and especially just to have fun.” Toronto band the Beaches recently hit the stage at California music festival Coachella and last year played in Florida a conservative state with several anti-LGBTQ laws Keyboardist Leandra Earl said the band felt it was essential to "go down there and meet all of our fans who really need an escape from life sometimes." think it’s really important for us to keep playing in all of those cities that are looking for representation,” she added OTTAWA — Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami president Natan Obed says he doesn't expect Prime Minister Mark Carney to get everything right immediately as he learns about and crafts policies for Indigenous Peoples And the leaders of the three national Indigenous organizations say that while former prime minister Justin Trudeau — who helped bring forward a national conservation on reconciliation when elected in 2015 — is no longer at the helm of the party Carney won't stray too far from the priorities his government worked on even if there's an increased focus on the economy Obed said Carney's plan shows a commitment to continuing with reconciliation and an understanding of the important role Indigenous Peoples play in the economy and the role they can play in Canada's response to tariffs "We've got lots to build on," Obed said in an interview with The Canadian Press Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak said she has high hopes for the Carney government He has given her his cellphone number and the two have already shared a string of text messages since his election Monday giving her confidence that he is listening The list of priorities for the two organizations is not short: better infrastructure Obed said he wants the subsidy for Nutrition North transformed into a program that is more transparent and accountable to end-users which is intended to lower the high cost of food in Canada's remote northern communities is currently under review because studies showed it wasn't all being passed down to Inuit Carney's platform also pledged to invest in Inuit Nunangat University which would be the first of its kind and embedded in Inuit cultures with an aim of promoting language retention and revitalization and supporting economic and cultural opportunities Obed said he's awaiting legislative options to get the university closer to completion and a secure fiscal commitment to ensure timelines are met to open the doors in 2030 He also wants to see continued funding to social programs Inuit have long advocated for including the Inuit Child First Initiative which ensures Inuit children have access to the same social supports as non-Inuit for health but we can't afford to have an interruption or a complete departure from some of the incremental gains that we've made over the last 10 years when we're still so far away from equity Carney's party platform pledges to increase lands added to reserves within four years and to help revitalize Indigenous languages and help close the $350 billion infrastructure gap in First Nations communities though it doesn't specify when it expects that gap to close It also pledges to introduce and pass legislation that affirms First Nations have a right to clean drinking water — something that began under Trudeau but failed to pass the finish line before Parliament was prorogued and the country was thrown into an election Woodhouse Nepinak said the government should fix some of the problems identified with that bill before it reintroduces it The new parliament has 12 Indigenous MPs across all major parties which Woodhouse Nepinak said is imperative to ensuring government is working with the best interests of community in mind and that they're engaging (with government) more than ever before." President Victoria Pruden of the Métis National Council was not available for an interview but provided a written statement which pointed to an election priorities document that called for growing the Métis economy increasing education opportunities to help Métis enter the workforce and ensuring Métis are at the centre of climate leadership "Our priorities are focused on building a future where no Métis citizen is left behind,” Pruden said in a statement “Too many Métis families are still recovering from the economic impacts of COVID-19 We need urgent action that reflects our realities Carney pledged to work in partnership on self-government agreements which Métis have said will make them full partners with the government and help them access similar services to Inuit and First Nations The Trudeau-led government attempted to do similar but a court order and heated disagreements between First Nations communities in Ontario and Métis groups ground that work to a halt “When the federal government doesn’t follow through on its commitments it’s our most vulnerable citizens who feel it first health services or stable housing,” said Pruden highlighted some concerns First Nations people have around a lack of what she called "traditional land," and said government and Métis groups need to speak directly to First Nations before any self-government work moves forward "We'll be sure to echo that loud and strong," she said This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 3 Christopher Taylor (Linda) and Shelley Taylor (pre-deceased) A private graveside service will take place at a later date at St James-on-the-lines Cemetery in Penetanguishene please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Society in memory of Jack Memorial condolences may be made to www.leclaircremationcentre.com What does the Liberal victory in this week’s federal election mean for municipalities in this area it ensures that Simcoe County will go more than a decade without a member of Parliament on the government’s side of the house You have to go all the way back to 2015 to find the last time area MPs were members of the party in power that seems less of a factor in Canadian politics than it is south of the border these days where President Donald Trump goes out of his way to punish those who didn’t support him in the election Prime Minister Mark Carney took a conciliatory approach I will always do my best to represent everyone who calls Canada home.” The actions of the federal government obviously have an effect on the lives of Canadians on numerous issues They have less direct effect on municipal affairs But there are at least two Liberal promises which could have an impact locally Carney has said he will eliminate the GST on homes up to $1 million for first-time buyers (Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre had promised to do the same for homes up to $1.3 million.) That should help encourage buyers and boost the demand for new homes The Liberals promised to cut development charges in half while working with the provinces to compensate municipalities for the lost revenue That is important because development charges are meant to ensure the costs to municipalities for the services required by those new homes are paid by those buying the homes He promised to compensate municipalities for half of any cuts they made to development charges and only up to $25,000 per home development charges for single-family homes are now more than $100,000 so the difference to made up by a hike in property taxes could have been significant The Liberals also promised to create something called Build Canada Homes an agency to construct affordable housing on federal land (Poilievre promised to sell land to developers with no stipulation for affordability.) this is likely to have little effect in Simcoe County which according to a list compiled by The Globe and Mail last year is a bit unusual in having almost no federally owned land The only possible land that could be included were post offices in Bradford West Gwillimbury and Waubaushene Simcoe County also had the single largest parcel of federal land in Canada with Canadian Forces Base Borden but that would pose several challenges from a development point of view Is non-military-related housing appropriate on an Armed Forces base And does the base have sufficient services The other Liberal promise which could have a local impact is that to return immigration to “sustainable levels” by putting a cap on temporary workers and international students would be limited to five per cent of the population That’s more international students than was being proposed by the Conservatives but will still have a major effect on places such as Georgian College which has already been cutting back on programs and laying off staff in response to the previous reductions It remains to be seen what this means for plans by both Georgian and Lakehead University to develop a campus in downtown Barrie There is some comfort provided by the Liberals’ promise of more money for skilled trades and apprenticeships Editor's note: This article originally appeared on Parliament Today a Village Media newsletter devoted exclusively to covering federal politics Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives missed their shot according to the results available by 2 a.m who has reportedly dreamt of becoming prime minister since his youth and saw former prime minister Justin Trudeau’s dwindling support in the fall as his golden ticket In a speech early Tuesday morning in Ottawa he vowed to continue to hold the Liberal government to account “The promise that is made to me and to all of you is that anybody from anywhere could achieve anything through hard work “It will be an honour to continue to fight for you,” Poilievre added to chants of “bring it home.”  He described the Liberals’ win as a “razor-thin minority,” before congratulating Prime Minister Mark Carney on his campaign.  the results were not yet in for Poilievre’s riding of Carleton but Poilievre was trailing the Liberal candidate as the final polls were being counted.  That didn’t stop the CPC leader from celebrating with his supporters A crowd of people wearing “Pierre for prime minister” sweatshirts and hats with the words “Canada First” emblazoned on the front waited until the early morning to hear him speak about the party’s accomplishments.  Poilievre touted the many things the party had to celebrate We got the highest share vote our party has received since 1988,” he said.  with the polls indicating a two-way race between the CPC and the Liberals from the get-go.  Poilievre was the strongest proponent for an early election He spent most of the fall legislative session blocking government business from moving through the House and putting forward motions of non-confidence He had pledged to try to topple the government again when Parliament returned after the winter break noting that “Parliament has been paralyzed for months after what has been the longest session of a minority parliament in Canadian history.” Carney called an election shortly after the Liberals chose him as Trudeau’s successor.  the Conservatives struggled to gain ground in the polls including Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s campaign manager criticized the Poilievre campaign for using messaging that was too similar to that of U.S Rochester Midland Corporation technical services and specialty chemical products across water treatment today announced that it has acquired OCS Chemical Engineering a water treatment service provider based in Cortlandt Manor OCS services 1,000+ customers across the Northeast with extensive experience in commercial water treatment OCS specializes in robust water treatment programs that reduce customers’ energy costs meet stringent compliance standards and extend the life of critical water systems through consistent on-site service “Rochester Midland’s acquisition of OCS builds upon our strong technical capabilities service offerings and established customer base in the Northeast OCS is highly complementary to our existing footprint and our combined platform will enable us to better service our valued customers in the Tri-state area.” “We are excited to partner with Rochester Midland in this exciting next phase of growth They share a relentless focus on building a world-class service platform that we believe will accelerate our combined business’ trajectory while improving overall customer service.” © Copyright 2012 - 2023 | citybiz | All Rights Reserved Midland Flyers head coach Dave Gillespie is being remembered as "one of the good guys" by the local hockey community who passed away recently at the age of 56 after a brief health battle also served as president and general manager of the junior C club and enjoyed a career playing for a number of local elite teams in the 1980s The Flyers organization says that Gillespie was the heart and soul of the team “He brought a deep passion for the game to everything he did,” the hockey team notes on social media tireless work and unwavering belief in our players made a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him He didn’t just coach hockey—he built a family And he loved this team with everything he had “He will be missed beyond words but never forgotten This season—and every one after—is for you.” Gillespie leaves behind two son and two young grandsons Funeral arrangements haven't not yet been announced According to a fundraiser set up for Gillespie to help him deal with travel and other expenses related to a sudden health issue Gillespie went to the hospital with an excruciating headache on February 26 "He was immediately sent to Toronto for further testing as they found lesions on the brain Further testing showed spots on his lung and he immediately began the process of radiation for the brain lesions," his niece Kim Wallace says on the fundraising site noting her uncle never smoked and was physically active "Fast forward two weeks and he began experiencing abdominal pain The spots in the lungs seem to have progressed and it appears this is spreading at a rate the doctors have said they have never seen before The doctors believe we are dealing with an aggressive cancer that is attacking his organs one by one." Gillespie suited up for a number of elite-level local teams including the Oro 77’s before playing for the Orillia Travelways Barrie Colts and Collingwood Blues of the COJHL Prior to joining the Flyers as general manager and head coach for the 2021/22 season, Gillespie served a season as an assistant coach with the 77’s before taking the reins of the Barrie Colts U18 AAA team for a couple of years And Gillespie's effect on the local hockey scene was evident as tributes poured in from both near and far The neighbouring Penetang Minor Hockey Association extended its “deepest sympathies to the Midland Flyers friends and families who are grieving this loss This is a very sad time for the hockey community and the community at large.” Other hockey organizations from various locations around the province also expressed their condolences The Schomberg Cougars organization extend our sincere condolences to Dave's family and to the Midland organization.  “Dave was one of the good guys in our league,” the Schomberg Cougars organization says sometimes traits not heard around hockey rinks these days too often.” Adds Bob Bressette on behalf of himself and the Petrolia Flyers Hockey team: “Please accept our most humble and heartfelt condolences for your loss.” Powassan Voodoos says the team had two affiliate players on the Flyers team this year (Ethan Boyes and Evan Hinks) “Dave is a former coach with the NOJHL Kirkland Lake Gold Miners and was always a friend of the Voodoos when he was coaching U18 AAA in Central Ontario,” the organization notes Described by some as “one of the good guys in this sport,” Gillespie seemingly inspired younger players to try to reach their potential who knew Gillespie through hockey for more than 20 years says he was always a great ambassador for the area’s hockey scene North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre operations manager Dave Bressette “Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Gillespie family from the entire staff at the NSSRC,” Bressette says Parents also came forward with their remembrances of Gillespie and what he meant to their family “Thank you for everything you did for my son—helping him move down south and continue playing the game he love,” Shane Selbie says "Your support through that transition meant so much to us Adds Justa Nenz: “We are deeply saddened to hear about Dave he was a great guy and made a lasting impact on our son’s life and the support he gave over the years.” Theresa Bogoje says that Gillespie wasn’t just a great coach who treated her son very well when he coached him Sherri Johns-Eldridge says she was saddened after learning of Gillespie’s death “Dave was one of the very best,” she says “ He loved his boys and his loss is a big one his Flyers family and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.” Alpha Family Trust acquired a new position in shares of Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:ADM - Free Report) in the 4th quarter according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC The firm acquired 6,355 shares of the company's stock Other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the company American Trust Investment Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in Archer-Daniels-Midland by 5.1% in the fourth quarter American Trust Investment Advisors LLC now owns 63,182 shares of the company's stock worth $3,192,000 after purchasing an additional 3,075 shares during the period Aptus Capital Advisors LLC lifted its position in shares of Archer-Daniels-Midland by 23.0% in the 4th quarter Aptus Capital Advisors LLC now owns 4,173 shares of the company's stock worth $211,000 after buying an additional 781 shares during the last quarter DoubleLine ETF Adviser LP boosted its holdings in shares of Archer-Daniels-Midland by 2.3% in the 4th quarter DoubleLine ETF Adviser LP now owns 27,149 shares of the company's stock valued at $1,372,000 after buying an additional 619 shares during the period ADV bought a new stake in shares of Archer-Daniels-Midland during the 4th quarter valued at about $2,564,000 Parvin Asset Management LLC bought a new position in Archer-Daniels-Midland in the fourth quarter worth about $58,000 Institutional investors own 78.28% of the company's stock ADM traded down $0.39 during trading on Monday The company had a trading volume of 3,168,128 shares compared to its average volume of 3,584,096 The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.34 a quick ratio of 0.81 and a current ratio of 1.39 Archer-Daniels-Midland Company has a 12-month low of $40.98 and a 12-month high of $66.08 The company has a market cap of $22.77 billion The firm's 50-day simple moving average is $46.89 and its 200 day simple moving average is $49.72 Archer-Daniels-Midland (NYSE:ADM - Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday The company reported $1.14 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter beating analysts' consensus estimates of $1.07 by $0.07 Archer-Daniels-Midland had a net margin of 2.10% and a return on equity of 10.44% The business had revenue of $21.50 billion for the quarter compared to analyst estimates of $22.77 billion During the same quarter in the previous year the business earned $1.36 earnings per share The firm's revenue was down 6.4% compared to the same quarter last year Equities research analysts anticipate that Archer-Daniels-Midland Company will post 4.31 earnings per share for the current year The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend This is an increase from Archer-Daniels-Midland's previous quarterly dividend of $0.50 This represents a $2.04 annualized dividend and a yield of 4.30% Archer-Daniels-Midland's dividend payout ratio is currently 56.51% ADM has been the topic of a number of research reports Morgan Stanley dropped their price target on Archer-Daniels-Midland from $52.00 to $47.00 and set an "equal weight" rating on the stock in a research report on Tuesday Barclays lowered their price target on Archer-Daniels-Midland from $50.00 to $48.00 and set an "underweight" rating on the stock in a report on Monday BMO Capital Markets cut their target price on Archer-Daniels-Midland from $51.00 to $49.00 and set a "market perform" rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday Citigroup lowered their price target on Archer-Daniels-Midland from $51.00 to $49.00 and set a "neutral" rating on the stock in a research report on Tuesday Bank of America raised Archer-Daniels-Midland from an "underperform" rating to a "neutral" rating and lowered their target price for the stock from $48.00 to $47.00 in a report on Tuesday One analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating and seven have issued a hold rating to the stock the company has a consensus rating of "Hold" and a consensus price target of $52.75 Check Out Our Latest Stock Report on Archer-Daniels-Midland Before you consider Archer-Daniels-Midland MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. 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