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 		Ontario Taxpayers Rise to Protest Proposed HST
A proposed harmonized sales tax raises the ire of Ontario voters to fever pitch as its Liberal government tries to sell it a positive move for its ailing economy.
B.C. Bill to Force Homeless Off Streets
The British Columbia government has introduced the Assistance to Shelter Act. Police can use reasonable force to take the homeless to shelters in bitterly cold weather.
GO Transit Arrives at Niagara Region
When GO Transit was first announced for Niagara, it arrived with much fanfare and media support; however, the news about this new service is not all good.
Ontario By-Election a Referendum on Taxes
With growing debate on the provincial government's proposed blended sales tax set for next July, by-election candidates in St. Paul's Riding use HST to bolster campaigns.
Taxation and Harmonization in Ontario
In Ontario's 2009 budget, the Finance Minister surprised residents with his government's intent to pass a blended sales tax, allegedly to help Ontario's ailing economy.
Is the Recession Over in Canada?
Economists are beginning to shine a light at the end of the dark economic tunnel in Canada; however, we have yet to see significant movement in job recovery.
Car Insurance Made Simple
Auto insurance is legally mandated in Canada. Many drivers shop around for a cheap policy and when in an accident, find out their cheap coverage was a bad decision.
Reforming Disability Benefits in Ontario
In 1998, when both Ontario Works and ODSP programs were created, people with disabilities were promised they would be taken off welfare; so far it is not the case.
Social Assistance Review Promised for Ontario
As part of the provincial poverty-reduction strategy, the Ontario government is promising a review of both its Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support programs.
Tim Hudak Wins Ontario PC Leadership Vote
A tight race between four candidates for the provincial leadership of the Progressive Conservative Party is over, as Tim Hudak takes the helm.
Leadership Race for Ontario's Conservative Party
As the race heats up for Ontario's Progressive Conservative leadership, party members are warned that radical visions may win the leadership but not win government.
Accessing Disability Benefits in Ontario
Many people receiving welfare in Ontario should be getting higher paying disability benefits, but its program design continues to create barriers to accessing benefits.
Ontario Disability Benefits Hurt Dignity of Poor
At its annual conference in Toronto, over 120 participants advocate a re-working of Ontario's disability income support scheme to allow people to live in dignity.
Three Canadian Provinces Ponder Electoral Reform
Recent referenda on the process of selecting representatives in Ontario, P.E.I. and B.C. test visions of democracy, British tradition, and also politics & fair voting.
Ontario Minimum Wage Increases
Premier McGuinty announced that the government will honour its commitment to increase minimum hourly wages in 2010.
Andrea Horwath, Leader
Andrea Horwath, MPP for Hamilton Centre, is the new Leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party.
Ontario's Proposed Employment Standards Ready
Proposed employment accessibility standards under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act are now ready for public input and comment.
Legislating Poverty Reduction in Ontario
As part of Ontario's poverty-reduction program, Bill 152, An Act Respecting a Long-Term Strategy to Reduce Poverty in Ontario, was introduced. Will it work?
Bashing the Poor in Ontario
While most of us would never consider expressing outrage against racial and ethnic groups in public discourse, many politicians have no trouble attacking the poor.
Ontario's Poverty Reduction Plan Unveiled
The Ontario Government's new poverty-reduction plan has attracted both praise and criticism as it aims to reduce poverty in children by 25% over the next five years.
Can Niagara's Cities and Towns Amalgamate?
Tired of old style politics, infighting and parochialism, a growing number of Niagara residents are joining a movement to create "One Niagara", a city in its own right.
Hospital Proposal Divides Ontario Region
After an early summer public consultation on its hospital improvement plan Niagara Health System officials face wrath from angry citizens fearful of losing local service.
Ontario's Energy Prices Rise to Curb Use
Over-consumption of electricity led to an historic blackout, but is the Ontario Government wise on pushing ahead with forcing higher electricity prices?
Delivering Hope to People with Disabilities
A key component of the Ontario Disability Support Program can provide significant hope for many people, but a thorough review must be done to avoid missed opportunities.
Opening Doors to Persons with Disabilities
One thing most people with disabilities want to do is to find and maintain a good job. Ontario's government is trying to do just that with some bumps in the road.