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Union president urging Province implement paid sick days With the seven-day rolling average for COVID-19 cases continuing to climb, the Province imposed additional restrictions, but many feel they didn't actually address the spread of the virus.	Analysts say CRTC ruling will help regional carriers with new limits on Big Three Some telecommunications analysts and consumer advocates say the country's regional wireless and internet carriers will benefit the most from a landmark regulatory ruling Thursday by the CRTC.
Order to shut COVID-stricken businesses in Mississauga and Brampton a ‘reactive measure,’ union says A union that represents food and commercial workers says Tuesday decisions by Toronto and its neighbouring Peel Region to temporarily close businesses with COVID-19 outbreaks is a "reactive measure	Ontario doctors calling on Province prioritize vaccinating front-line workers, implement paid sick days Ontario doctors are strongly urging the Province to implement recommendations made by the Ontario COVID-19 Science Advisory Table regarding mitigating the spread of the virus.
Ontario rejects efforts on paid sick leave, says expanding police power was mistake The Ontario government rejected efforts to support essential workers with paid sick leave Monday while admitting its now-reversed moves to close playgrounds and grant police new enforcement powers	Ontario police forces to focus on education rather than enforcement of new powers Ontario police forces said Monday that they'll focus on educating the public about following new COVID-19 measures after the government expanded their powers in an effort to combat the pandemic's t
Feds investing in programs intended to fight stigma associated with addiction and substance abuse With many Canadians continuing to battle mental health issues associated with the pandemic, far too many have turned to substances to help them cope.	Entrepreneurs urging feds prioritize small businesses in upcoming budget The majority of entrepreneurs are hoping the federal budget won't include any new tax increases.
Ford government reportedly planning to shut down Queen's Park as Ontario struggles with third wave The NDP is refusing to cooperate after reportedly being informed by the Ford government that it plans to shut down the legislature, potentially switching to virtual parliamentary sessions by Wednes	Feds and Province teaming up to improve Ontario schools The governments of Canada and Ontario announced a joint venture that would provide $656.5 million in funding to upgrade the province's school infrastructure.