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May 29, 2026 Edition
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May 29, 2026 Edition
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Analyzing equity in public service in new report
Continued anti-racism work builds on research released in 2024 and 2025 that focuses on understanding racial equity in the BC Public Service. The Equity in Career Movement report leverages data. . . . . . ( more )
 

National Fire Management Program
Government of Canada invests $47.8 million to strengthen Parks Canada wildfire preparedness and protect communities
 

Forests Canada
Forests Canada and Ontario Parks Complete Projects to Restore and Enhance Provincial Parks
 

Nova Scotia
New Supports to Help Communities Adapt to Drought Conditions
 

Resort Municipality of Whistler
Whistler names Chris Vick as new Chief Administrative Officer
 

Port Hope
Port Hope Fire Chief Jason Williams Named 2026 Fire Chief of the Year
 

Peterborough County
Warden Clark Honoured with Rob Ford Community Leader Award for Cross-Border Leadership through EOWC
 

Amherst
Town of Amherst and CUPE Local 1233 Sign New Three-Year Agreement
 

South Bruce Peninsula
Town Launches New Website
 

Regional Municipality of York
York Region grows greener while strengthening roots in community and climate resilience
 

Regional Municipality of York
Region advances Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan with data driven results and innovative tools
 

Canadian Federation of Independent Business
CFIB calls on federal government to follow provinces by cutting small business taxes
 

A decade at the top
Montréal remains North America's capital for international conventions
 

Barrie
City unveils $50 million incentive to fast-track defence investment
 
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Thompson Rivers University
TRU and City of Williams Lake commit to a shared future for post-secondary education in the region
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Tay Township
Council corks plan to allow public drinking outdoors
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Langley
Two councillors drop libel lawsuit against fellow politicians, others

Sarnia
Mayor Bradley and Councillor Dennis exchange barbs over new legislation allowing municipal councillors to be turfed

Newfoundland and Labrador
Heated debate, name-calling in N.L. politics puts bad behaviour in spotlight
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Yukon
Government to pay $45K to First Nation over Beaver River watershed court dispute
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Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Budget 2026 Setting Direction for a Stronger Newfoundland and Labrador

Winnipeg
City has collected only a fraction of vacant building fire fees since 2023

Pitt Meadows
City says property tax deferment program now a ‘high-cost loan'

Saskatoon
City's cut to bottled water budget leaves gap as demand grows, Saskatoon advocate says
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Biggar
Town to celebrate $5M revitalization with free concert headlined by Jess Moskaluke
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Regional Municipality of York
Record $8+ billion in York Region roads, water and wastewater infrastructure for today and tomorrow

Ottawa
Council votes to steer $10M toward ByWard Market upgrades, but needs province's OK

Iqaluit
Iqaluit's reservoir has two years of water stored: councillor

Timmins
Council approves purchase of 20 new cars for public works, maintenance
 
 

Burnaby
City strengthens tenant protections with new Tenant Protection Bylaw

Quebec
By the numbers: Quebec's struggles with social housing

Montreal
As governments pour billions into new affordable housing, existing units in disrepair

Halifax
Halifax planning changes highlight tension between good design and creating density

Pickering
Council approves controversial outline to develop rural lands in city's northeast end

Ontario
Province says it won't support 'safer use space' in Windsor Arena tiny home concept

Yellowknife
City to 'encourage' encampment residents to move to territorial land

London
Urban planner says education can help ease neighbourhood fears about infill projects

Toronto
City marks construction milestone of new purpose-built rentals in Scarborough

Nova Scotia
Affordable Housing Secured in Wolfville

British Columbia
Adding more housing options for seniors, families in Kamloops
 

Calgary
City ends its climate emergency declaration

Atlantic Canada
Are the Maritimes missing out on LNG opportunities?

Columbia Shuswap Regional District
Regional district pursuing enforcement action at Shuswap compost facility

Essex-Windsor
Residents help save over 28 tonnes of old recycling bins from landfill: EWSWA

Regina
Floating Wetlands Coming to Stormwater Retention Ponds in Regina

Saint John
Tree Planting Projects Underway Across the City

Government of Canada
Modernizing Pays Plat Community Hall

Rocky View County
Supporting Biodiversity Through Prairie Stewardship Programs
 
 

Manitoba
Provincial Government And Doctors Manitoba Celebrate Milestone As Province Surpasses 3,700 Physicians

Ontario
Ontario Opens New Ambulatory Care Centre at St. Michael's Hospital

Nova Scotia
Province Partners with Dalhousie University to Expand Supports for People with Disabilities

Vancouver
Overdose prevention site in Vancouver's Yaletown not reopening: minister

Northwest Territories
N.W.T. government should contact residents affected by lead in schools, MLA says
 

Vaughan
City breaks ground on Ironstone Square: A new park coming to Vaughan

Pickering
New downtown destination will bring year-round activity, public space, and community life to the heart of Pickering

Woolwich
Indoor ice rink allowed to stay despite lack of permits

Regina
Grand opening held for Catholic portion of Regina's newest joint-use school

Leamington
Municipality backs Bayview Park project despite $1M cost overrun

British Columbia
Province looks to expand Cowichan River Provincial Park
 
 

Burnaby
City bans e-scooters on major roads

Windsor
City to reconsider e-bike rules ahead of Gordie Howe opening

View Royal
City shoots down motion to replace bike lane with parking stalls

Lethbridge
Pedestrian safety measures coming to more crosswalks

Windsor
Windsor transit sees sharp ridership decline as fares rise, cold weather blamed
 

British Columbia
Supporting community safety through crime-prevention grants

Alberta
Provincewide crackdown on organized crime

Thompson Rivers University
TRU's new national fire weather outlook aims to strengthen wildfire preparedness

Toronto Metropolitan University
TMU partnering with Kids Help Phone on research supporting youth mental health responders

Central Elgin
Port Stanley Lions Club Donates New Utility Vehicle to Central Elgin Fire Rescue Services

Grey County
Three Grey County paramedics receive Medical Directors' Commendation Awards

Ottawa
Ottawa Fire Services maintains reliable response as demand grows

Winnipeg
City saw nearly 50 per cent drop in homicides in 2025: report

Delta
New alert system allows city to reach residents during emergencies

Port Alberni
‘We'll miss him': Beloved paramedic retiring after 34 years in Port Alberni

Ottawa
Police chief to outline steps to strengthen workplace culture, public trust at June board meeting

Regina
No charges for Regina police officers involved in fatal 2024 shooting: watchdog
 
 

Antigonish
Town Unveils New Mural
 
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Peace River Regional District
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City of Campbell River
Human Resources Advisor
 

City of Airdrie
IGM Technician II
 

Ontario Recreation Facilities Association Inc. (ORFA)
Manager, training and education
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Naughty Councillors?
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Date: 29 May 2026
Certificate in Lean Yellow Belt ($70 CAD Online)
 

Date: 29 May 2026
Certificate in Project Management Mastery ($30 CAD Online)
 

Date: 29 May 2026
FREE WEBINAR: Unlocking the Secrets to Lean Municipal Excellence!
 

Date: 1 June 2026
Certificate in Business Innovation ($30 CAD Online)
 

Date: 1 June 2026
AORS Training: Supervisor Due Diligence
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To Run or Not to Run
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Le réseau scolaire public a besoin de 3,7 milliards de dollars de plus
 

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