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Governments fund construction of Kitchener aquatic centre
The federal and provincial governments have announced more than $17 million in funding to build an aquatic centre at RBJ Schlegel Park in southwest Kitchener.
CIB commits $170M to Oneida Energy Storage project
The project, which aims to store unused energy collected during off-peak times from Ontario’s grid and return it to the grid during peak demand, promises significant environmental and economic benefits.
Royal Botanical Garden, Hamilton projects share in $10M in renovation funding
More than $2 million in funding will enable the garden to rebuild a boathouse, a viewing platform and boardwalk, and repair nature trails and garden path. Meanwhile, four projects in Hamilton will share in nearly $8.5 million worth of funding.
Province funds pre-apprenticeship program for underprivileged youth
The province has contributed $2 million to a pre-apprenticeship program for youth aged 18 to 29 that is being run by Brook Restoration in Ottawa, Hamilton and the Greater Toronto Area.
Ontario extends stay-at-home order to June 2, aims for a 'two-dose' summer
The extension means work on non-essential construction will continue to be paused.