Council Information Package

TOWN OF / VILLE DE PENETANGUISHENE COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKAGE Friday, October 30, 2020 The Town of Penetanguishene does not adopt or condone anything outlined in correspondence or communications provided to the Town or Council and does not warrant the accuracy of statements made in such correspondence or communications. The Town has a duty to ensure that its proceedings and deliberations are transparent, and that it fosters public debate on issues of concern. To carry out this duty is to, wherever possible, make the material in its Council Information Packages available on the Town's website. Page

1. STAFF CORRESPONDENCE

2. CORRESPONDENCE FROM RESIDENTS

3. CORRESPONDENCE FROM NORTH SIMCOE STAKEHOLDERS

4 - 5 (a) County of Simcoe and Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Re: Joint Release - County partners with RVH to take aggressive action to support Simcoe Manor

6 - 9 (b) Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Re: News Release - GBGH ICU achieves Level 3 Basic designation

10 - 17 (c) Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. 30) Report/Update

18 (d) Simcoe County District School Board Re: Notice of Passing of an Amending Education Development Charges By-law by Simcoe County District School Board

19 (e) Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board Re: Notice of the Passing of an Education Development Charge Amending-By-law by the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board

4. OTHER MUNICIPALITIES CORRESPONDENCE AND RESOLUTIONS

5. COMMUNITY RELATED BOARDS AND COMMITTEE MINUTES

20 - 23 (a) Huronia Airport Commission

Page 1 of 89 Town of Penetanguishene - Council Information Package Agenda Page

Meeting Minutes - September 2020

6. CORRESPONDENCE FOR INFORMATION

24 - 29 (a) AMO Watchfile - October 15, 2020 - October 22, 2020

30 (b) Association of Municipalities of Ontario - Local Authority Services (LAS) Re: LAS Natural Gas Program 2018-19 Reserve Fund Rebate and Updated Agreement

31 - 39 (c) Destination Ontario Re: Impact of COVID-19 on the Canadian Economy and Consumer Sentiment as of September 17, 2020

40 - 43 (d) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Building a Modern, Connected and Comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions System

44 - 46 (e) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Supporting Local Festivals and Events

47 - 49 (f) Government of Ontario Re: Increased COVID-19 Precautions for Congregate Care Settings

50 - 53 (g) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Helps Keep Energy Costs Low for Families, Small Businesses and Farmers

54 - 57 (h) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Hiring Hundreds More Contact Tracers and Case Managers

58 - 61 (i) Government of Ontario Re: Millions Across Canada Now Using Made-in-Ontario COVID Alert App

62 - 64 (j) Government of Ontario Re: Stay Safe and Follow Public Health Advice This Halloween

65 - 67 (k) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Developing a Stronger, More Effective Blue Box Program

68 - 70 (l) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Making Government Services More Convenient, Reliable, and Accessible

71 - 73 (m) Government of Ontario

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Re: Ontario Extends COVID-19 Orders to Protect the Public

74 - 76 (n) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Protects Workers, Volunteers and Organizations Who Make Honest Efforts to Follow COVID-19 Public Health Guidelines and Laws

77 - 79 (o) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Takes Action to Reduce Plastic Pollution in the Great Lakes

80 - 82 (p) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario to Release 2020 Provincial Budget on November 5

83 - 86 (q) Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Launching COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream

87 - 88 (r) Letter to The Minister of Education and MPP Simcoe North, Jill Dunlop Re: Support of The Protestant Separate School Board in their appeal to the Province of Ontario (Ministry of Education) in finding a solution to their space problem

89 (s) Sakmet & Matti Homes Letter of Introduction

Notice regarding collection, use and disclosure of personal information: Written information (either hard copy or electronic) sent addressed to the Mayor and Council of the Town of Penetanguishene, which include your name and address, will become part of the public record. Other personal information such as address, phone number or email will be redacted from the correspondence prior to publishing on the public agenda. If you have any questions about the collection of information, please contact the Town Clerk.

Page 3 of 89 Joint Release

County of Simcoe, Office of the Warden and CAO 1110 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario L9X 1N6 simcoe.ca

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

County partners with RVH to take aggressive action to support Simcoe Manor

Midhurst/October 13, 2020 – As a serious COVID-19 outbreak continues at the Simcoe Manor long- term care home in Beeton, the County of Simcoe is partnering with Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) to further ensure the safety of the home’s residents and staff.

Earlier today, the Ministry of Long-Term Care issued a Mandatory Management Order appointing RVH to temporarily manage Simcoe Manor for 90 days. This follows last Friday’s order by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit directing RVH to oversee infection control response to the outbreak which was declared October 2nd. The County of Simcoe, which operates the home, will continue to provide day-to-day care to the home’s residents. Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston also continues to provide support.

“The County of Simcoe requested support in further controlling the outbreak, and we thank the Health Unit and our partners at RVH for stepping up and assisting our staff and residents at Simcoe Manor,” said Warden George Cornell. “This is a global pandemic that has greatly impacted seniors facilities across Ontario and the world. The County has a long-standing partnership and relationship of collaboration with RVH, and their medical oversight and additional expertise gives us the best opportunity to assist our impacted residents at Simcoe Manor.”

The safety of residents and staff are the County’s top priority and, since the outbreak was declared, the County has implemented extensive safety measures including cancellation of visits (with the exception of those designated as compassionate visitors and caregivers), rigorous screening, residents are all safely quarantined in their rooms where they are served meals and monitored closely, increased PPE and sanitization, cohorting of staff to designated units, enhanced medical on-site assessments, heightened nutritional care, and other strict outbreak protocols. Over the weekend an RVH “Rapid Response Team” was deployed to Simcoe Manor and is now working closely with the County of Simcoe and the Health Unit to take further action, including enacting the following:  Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) and workplace safety assessments  IPAC training, protocols, practices and audits  Comprehensive screening  Further deep clean of all rooms and high-touch areas, including further cleaning resources  Enhanced supply and management of Protective Personal Equipment (PPE) and safety equipment  Further restricting visitation to compassionate visits only Additionally, an Emergency Operations Centre, jointly led by RVH and the County of Simcoe, has been convened and an Action Plan is being developed to further ensure resident and staff safety. To-date, 34 of Simcoe Manor’s residents and 20 staff have tested positive for COVID-19. Tragically, four COVID-positive residents of the home have died. Residents are being tested routinely and all who

County of Simcoe and Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Re: Joint Rel... Page 4 of 89 test positive are safely quarantining in their rooms while being closely monitored by staff; employees who have tested positive are self-isolating and monitored by public health. Simcoe Manor has been in direct contact with residents’ families and an information line has been activated 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. at 705-812-3877. Families can also send a message to their loved ones in the home by emailing [email protected]. The Public is encouraged to share messages of support through social media using the #StrongerTogether.

Additional Quotes

“Our staff continue to work hard for our residents whom they consider family, and to stop the spread of the outbreak within our home,” said Jane Sinclair, General Manager of Health and Emergency Services, County of Simcoe. “This is a terrible and insidious virus, often spreading without signs or symptoms. The County is known as a provincial leader in long-term care and seniors services and this partnership allows us to focus on the care and support of our residents in need, while RVH provides additional medical oversight and support, as well as expertise on infectious disease control measures. As we continue to face staffing and resource challenges in the entire LTC sector, we welcome this support with open arms.”

“Since the pandemic began, RVH’s Rapid Response Team has provided support to 19 area long-term care and retirement homes, including infection control assessment, training and audits, screening, leadership and staffing,” says RVH President and CEO Janice Skot. “The safety and protection of patients, long-term care home residents, their families, leaders, staff and our community is RVH’s highest priority and we’re pleased to lend our infection control expertise and skilled staff and physicians to support the County of Simcoe in battling this outbreak.”

About County of Simcoe County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca. About RVH RVH is a regional health centre serving almost half a million people in Simcoe Muskoka. It provides specialized regional programs, including, cancer, cardiac, child & youth mental health and renal care. For more information visit rvh.on.ca. - 30 -

Media Contacts

County of Simcoe: Collin Matanowitsch Manager, Public Relations, County of Simcoe 705-734-8386 (mobile) [email protected]

RVH: Jane Cocking Manager, Corporate Communications, RVH 705-728-9090 [email protected]

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News Release

GBGH ICU achieves Level 3 Basic designation

Immediate Release

October 21, 2020 – Georgian Bay General Hospital’s (GBGH Intensive Care Unit (ICU) has been recently designated as a Level 3 Basic facility based on a recent review by Critical Care Services Ontario (CCSO) of ICUs across the province. This is the second highest designation an ICU can receive in Ontario with the exception of specialty units (i.e. Coronary Care).

“For a community hospital like GBGH to have this designation is quite a testament to our commitment of providing exceptional critical care,” says Gail Hunt, president and CEO, GBGH. “I am very proud of this accomplishment and what it means for our patients. GBGH’s ICU is able to care for some of the most complex and acutely ill patients in our region, providing comprehensive critical care services within our community.”

To be designated a particular level, ICUs must meet specific standards related to respiratory therapy support, ventilator use and intravenous blood pressure monitoring and medication management.

There are five levels for ICU care in Ontario - Level 1, Level 2 Basic, Level 2 Advanced, Level 3 Basic and Level 3 Advanced. Level 3 Advanced is the highest level of ICU care (with Coronary Care Units being an additional specialty designation).

“GBGH has invested in its critical care program over the past three years and the positive progress we’ve made has brought us to this Level 3 basic designation,” says Dr. Khalid Tahir, intensivist and chief of Critical Care, GBGH. “By implementing 24/7 respiratory therapy coverage and continuing to improve the skills of our talented ICU team, we are able to address more serious conditions. There will still be some instances - such as with neurosurgery and cardiovascular care - when we still need to transfer patients to other facilities, but we are well- equipped to care for the majority of our area’s critical care cases here at GBGH.”

In addition to providing a high level of critical care, as a Level 3 Basic ICU, GBGH is more attractive to recruit intensivists and nursing staff who prefer to work in a more acute critical care setting.

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Contact: Jennifer Moore Communications Officer, GBGH 705-526-1300 ext 5177 [email protected]

About GBGH: Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) is a 113-bed acute care community hospital located in Midland, Ontario. The hospital offers emergency, ambulatory, acute, intensive and complex continuing care, as well

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as imaging, dialysis, obstetrical and rehabilitation services. GBGH serves the areas of Midland, Penetanguishene, Christian Island as well as Tay, Tiny, Springwater and Georgian Bay Townships.

Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Re: News Release - GBGH ICU achieve...Page 7 of 89 Communiqué de presse

L’USI de l’HGBG obtient la désignation niveau 3 de base

Pour diffusion immédiate

Le 21 octobre 2020 – L’Unité de soins intensifs (USI) de l'Hôpital général de la baie Georgienne (HGBG) a récemment obtenu la désignation d’établissement de niveau 3 de base selon un récent examen des USI effectué par les Services ontariens de soins aux malades en phase critique (SOSMPC) partout en province. Il s’agit de la désignation du deuxième plus haut niveau que peut obtenir une USI en Ontario à l’exception des unités spécialisées (c.-à-d. soins cardiaques).

« Dans le cas d’un hôpital communautaire comme l’HGBG, l’obtention de cette désignation est la preuve de notre engagement à fournir des soins critiques exceptionnels, » a dit Gail Hunt, présidente-directrice générale, HGBG. « Je suis très fière de cette réalisation et de ce qu’elle signifie pour nos patients. L’USI de l’HGBG est en mesure de soigner les patients qui comptent parmi les plus complexes et gravement malades de la région par la prestation de services critiques complets à même la communauté. »

Pour obtenir une désignation à un niveau particulier, l’USI doit satisfaire à des normes précises liées à l’aide à l’inhalothérapie, l’usage de ventilation, ainsi que la surveillance de la pression artérielle intraveineuse et la gestion des médicaments.

Il existe cinq niveaux de soins en USI en Ontario - niveau 1, niveau 2 de base, niveau 2 avancé, niveau 3 de base et niveau 3 avancé. Le niveau 3 avancé est le niveau de soins en USI le plus élevé (les unités de soins cardiaques représentent une désignation spécialisée supplémentaire).

« Au cours des trois dernières années, l’HGBG a investi dans son programme de soins critiques et les progrès positifs réalisés nous ont permis d’obtenir la désignation de niveau 3 de base. » a dit Dr Khalid Tahir, intensiviste et chef des soins critiques, HGBG. « Grâce à la mise en œuvre de surveillance inhalothérapeutique 24 heures sur 24, 7 jours sur sept, et en continuant à améliorer les compétences de l’équipe talentueuse de l’USI, nous sommes en mesure de nous occuper de malades plus graves. Il y aura certains cas – tels la neurochirurgie et les soins cardiovasculaires – où nous devons toujours transférer les patients à d’autres établissements, mais nous sommes bien équipés pour soigner la majorité des cas régionaux qui nécessitent les soins critiques, ici- même à l’HGBG. »

En plus d’offrir des soins critiques de niveau supérieur, à titre d’USI de niveau 3 de base, l’HGBG rehausse l’attrait pour le recrutement d’intensivistes et de personnel infirmier qui préfèrent travailler dans un milieu de soins critiques actifs.

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Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Re: News Release - GBGH ICU achieve...Page 8 of 89 Renseignements : Jennifer Moore Agente des communications, HGBG 705 526-1300 poste 5177 [email protected]

À propos de l’HGBG : L’Hôpital général de la baie Georgienne (HGBG) est un établissement hospitalier communautaire de soins de courte durée à 113 lits situé à Midland, Ontario. L’hôpital offre des soins intensifs, aigues, d’urgence, et complexes continus ainsi que l’imagerie, la dialyse et les services obstétriques et de réadaptation. L’HGBG dessert les régions de Midland, Penetanguishene, l’île aux Chrétiens ainsi que les cantons de Tay, Tiny, Springwater et Georgian Bay.

Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Re: News Release - GBGH ICU achieve...Page 9 of 89 Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. 30) Report/Update

Staffing/HR Administration, Staffing, Training and Volunteers

Administration ● SSEA offices remain closed due to COVID-19. Staff continue to work remotely with the exception of IT/GIS Manager and field staff accessing the office as needed. ● 2 SSEA Board meetings – 2nd Quarter and 2021 Budget Approval Green frog at monitoring site on North River Staffing ● THANK YOU to Canada Summer Jobs and our seasonal staff members Cameron Epp and Tamara Brincat (Invasive Species Technicians), Michael Rogers (Aquatic Plant Management Technician), and Zachary Fryer (Outreach, Communications and Citizen Science Assistant) for all your hard work over the summer ● Welcome Tamara Brincat, Invasive Species Program Coordinator ● Recruiting for fall 8-week Environmental Technician position:

Volunteers ● THANK YOU to Cody Avery, volunteer boat driver - Orr Lake ● THANK YOU to all of our citizen science participants for making our first year of Shore Watch and Stream Watch a success!

Training ● 32+ no-cost webinars attended by staff ● Topics included: mental health and nutrition, managing employees in uncertain times, invasive species, climate change and ecosystem stressors, environmental DNA, water levels, online environmental programming, microplastics, statistical analysis methods, Oak Ridges Moraine Groundwater Project, managing field work during COVID-19, how to create an Citizen Science volunteers measure efficiency financing program for your community. Secchi depth in Honey Harbour

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Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. ... Page 10 of 89 Education, Engagement, Outreach Presentations, Articles, Media, School Involvement and Events

Presentations ● Township of Springwater Council & Staff: SSEA Educational Session ● Farlain Lake Community Association AGM: Invasive Gypsy Moth and Farlain Lake Invasive Eurasian Watermilfoil Control Update ● Towns of Midland and Penetanguishene Council: Drinking Water Source Protection 101 ● Gloucester Pool Cottage Association virtual AGM: Algae in the Severn Sound Area ● Delegation to Minister Yakabuski (Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry) on behalf Township of Tiny and Tay and Towns of Penetanguishene and Midland who were successful in securing a delegation to the Minister at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO 2020) conference: Great Lakes Water Levels – Shoreline Community Resilience ● Season staff presented to MP Bruce Stanton sharing their SSEA experience and thanking him for Canada Summer Jobs funding

Articles/Publications/News ● Interview with: Midland Today on invasive Gypsy Moth “Gypsy Moth population is surging in North Simcoe” ● SSEA staff featured in the “Drinking Water Source Protection in Ontario 20 Years After Walkerton” article in the June/July 2020 Environmental Science & Engineering Magazine ● SSEA staff featured in Midland Today article “Threats to Midland’s drinking water falling like rain: Expert” ● Announced the merger of SSS as a special project of the SSEA Including coverage in August 3, 2020 Midland Mirror Severn Sound Environmental Association & Sustainable Severn Sound Merge

Media ● @severnsoundea SSEA Instagram activity for third quarter: 12 posts, 40 profile visits, and 183 total followers ● @SSEA_SSRAP Twitter activity for third quarter: 19 tweets, 241 profile visits, and 331 total followers ● Post topics included: invasive species, Drinking Water Source Protection, SSEA monitoring activities, citizen science, algae, shoreline phenomena, and links to resources

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Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. ... Page 11 of 89 ● Web Site Activity: 1,459 users visited www.severnsound.ca ● YouTube channel: 15 total subscribers ● 4 New SSEA informational videos uploaded to SSEA YouTube channel: Invasive Species: Phragmites - A Threat to Shorelines, Invasive Species: Gypsy Moth, Invasive Gypsy Moth Egg Mass Removal, and Algae in the Severn Sound Area ● 8 new SSEA citizen science training videos uploaded to SSEA YouTube channel playlist: Citizen Science How-To Videos

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Events/Meetings/Conferences ● Understanding Algae Blooms virtual conference; Lake Huron Centre for Coastal Conservation “Is the Coast Clear” virtual conference ● Dufferin Simcoe Land Stewardship Network virtual AGM; Great Lakes Network meeting; ICECAP partners meeting ● Township of Springwater and Orr Lake Ratepayers: A conversation about Orr Lake Water Quality

School Involvement & Partnerships ● Wrapped up collaboration with two Georgian College students for Environmental Technology Applied Research Projects on Orr Lake ● Students from Eco Club at Patrick Fogarty Catholic High School participated in SSEA citizen science programs

Inquiry Responses • SSEA staff responded to 11 inquiries from municipal partner representatives (not including Invasive Species [IS] inquiries) ● SSEA staff responded to 31 inquiries from members of the public or contractors working on behalf of landowners (not including IS inquiries)

Tree Planting Planting and Distribution

Community Tree Planting & Tree Seedling Distribution ● In planning stages for spring 2021 (both programs deferred in 2020 due to pandemic)

Fish and Wildlife Habitat / Natural Heritage Natural Heritage Assessments, Invasive Species, Wetlands, Habitat and Stewardship

Invasive Species ● Responded to 30 inquiries about invasive species, confirming identification and providing information and advice ● Documented occurrences of 13 invasive species

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Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. ... Page 12 of 89 ● Attended 2 community events on invasive Gypsy Moth ● Partnering on special projects: Farlain Lake Community Association’s Eurasian Water-Milfoil project & Friends of Wye Marsh’s Phragmites management project ● Produced 3 new SSEA fact sheets on Gypsy Moth, Chinese Mystery Snail, and Banded Mystery Snail ● Produced training video for the Friends of Wye Marsh’s Phragmites management project

Land Use Planning Invasive Species Technician, Cameron Input and Review holding an invasive Banded Mystery Snail Plan Input ● Commented on 7 applications, reports and Environmental Impact Studies

Policy Input

● Policy review: commented on proposed provincial water quantity framework ● SSEA letter to Minister Yurek (Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks) re: concern over ongoing closure of MECP analytical labs.

Drinking Water Source Protection Drinking Water Source Protection, Risk Management Services

Drinking Water Source Protection ● Continuing to support municipalities in updating Assessment Reports for new or changing water systems ● Continue to work towards / assisted other Source Protection Authorities in the region in completing the work plan items submitted to the Minister (MECP) for updates to the local source protection plan in 2018 ● Attended 2 regional meetings, 1 Source Protection Committee meeting, 1 SS SPA meeting, and 4 meetings specific to changes to municipal water supplies

Risk Management ● Commented on 11 development applications, answered 8 inquiries, sent out 1 Draft Risk Management Plan, and attended 1 pre-consultation meeting.

Monitoring Programs Field/data collection: Open Water, Inland Lakes, PGMN, PWQMN/Tributaries, Stream Temperature, Stream Invertebrates and Climate

Adapting to COVID-19 Challenges Due to COVID-19, both Provincial laboratories that SSEA sends water samples to for open water, inland lake, stream and groundwater monitoring programs are temporarily closed to non- essential (i.e. not drinking water related) samples. Team SSEA pivoted to focus field work on

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Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. ... Page 13 of 89 programs that didn’t rely on lab analysis, sending some samples to a private lab and some saved for future analysis pending re-opening of MECP labs. SSEA wrote to the Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks, Minister Yurek, copying MPP Dunlop and MPP Downey urging the province to re-open these labs as soon as it is safe and feasible.

Update: As of Oct 2 2020, the MECP lab in Rexdale has re-opened for submission of PWQMN samples for the remainder of the calendar year.

Open Water ● Completed 7 water quality sampling events at the raw water intake in Tay Area and Rope Subdivision ● 3 Open Water sampling runs completed; samples saved for later analysis pending Dorset lab reopening

Inland Lakes Sampling on Little Lake, Midland with SSEA Canoe ● 5 sampling runs completed on Little Lake, samples saved for later analysis pending Dorset lab reopening ● Submitted proposal and background information for Lake St George (Township of Severn) ● Update provided to Farlain Lake Community Association on water levels

Climate ● 3 air temperature loggers installed: Midland Sewage Treatment Plant, Huronia Airport ● 5 rain gauges installed: Huronia Airport, Midland Sewage Treatment Plant, Pine Grove, Ingram Sideroad and SSEA Office ● Researched options for new Jan 2019-Sept 2020 water levels based on volunteer readings SSEA weather stations from gauges on Farlain Lake

Stream Temperature ● 39 temperature loggers installed; 27 removed and downloaded as of September 30.

Stream Invertebrates ● Sampled 14 long-term stations within Coldwater River, Sturgeon River, North River, Avon River, Silver Creek and Bass Lake watersheds Stonefly (Order Plecoptera) found in the North River.

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Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. ... Page 14 of 89 Groundwater ● Collected manual water level readings and downloaded level and temperature loggers from 9 Provincial Groundwater Monitoring Network (PGMN) stations and 6 SSEA monitoring wells

Flow Monitoring ● Measured stream baseflow (portion of flow from groundwater contributions) at 10 Coldwater River locations

Citizen Science ● Water Level Watch volunteers from Farlain Lake submitted 17 water level observations from a static water level gauge ● Added 29 volunteers to SSEA citizen science programs Shore Watch and Stream Watch, monitoring 29 sites across the watershed ● Delivered Shore Watch and Stream Watch including: production of 8 training and 1 educational videos, creation and delivery of monitoring kits and supporting materials Shore Watch monitoring kit

Sustainable Severn Sound Special Project Climate Change Action Plans, Partners for Climate Change Protection (PCP) Program ● Submission of 2 data agreements and requests with large energy service providers for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions analysis and reporting ● Review of corporate and community GHG data for 2017 for submission and approval by the PCP program Secretariat ● Final submission of FCM Municipalities for Climate Innovation Funding ($89,700) audit and project reporting requirements ● Acquired Council approval for implementation of Action 11 from the Town of Midland’s Climate Change Action Plan through preparation and submission of a ‘No-mow’ Research Report requested from SSS by Town staff ● Prepared and released new monthly PCP Program Update for municipal and Council PCP program representatives ● Updated SSS website and social profiles to reflect new status as SSEA special project and recognize municipal progress through the PCP program

Data Analysis and Reporting Statistics, Data Management & Analysis, Stream Invertebrate ID, and GIS/Mapping

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Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. ... Page 15 of 89 Reporting ● Staff report on Severn Sound water levels

Statistics/Data Management & Analysis ● Update Honey Harbour water quality summary ● Update water quality datasets with new lab results ● Update Farlain Lake water level dataset and graphs ● Compilation of monthly Georgian Bay water levels, and regional climate data

Partnerships New/Updated NGO partners and MOU’s

● Re-engaging SSEA Board Agriculture Advisory Committee ● Exploring establishment of ad-hoc Climate Resilience Advisory Committee to the Board ● SSEA ED continues to be a Director on the Huronia Community Foundation ● SSEA ED re-appointed by Minister Yurek to the Muskoka Watershed Advisory Group ● SSEA Biologist continues to sit with the Dufferin Simcoe Land Stewardship Network ● SSEA Sustainability Coordinator and Water Scientist are active members of the GBBR ICECAP and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Simcoe Muskoka Climate Change Exchange

Financial Donations, Grants, Budget, Invoicing and Revenue (fee for service)

Grants ● Approved: BioTalent Canada’s Science Horizons program to support the SSEA Invasive Species Program (wage subsidy up to $15,000) ● Submission of TD Friends of the Environment Foundation grant ($8,760) to support a Virtual Environmental Education and Community Education program ● Submission of final report for TD Friends of the Environment Foundation grant supporting citizen science programs

Budget ● 2021 Draft Budget Deputation to the Township of Georgian Bay Mayor and Council ● The board approved the 2021 budget at the meeting held on August 25, 2020 ● 2021 budget request letters sent to municipal partners

Invoicing ● Invoices sent to municipalities for cost recovery land use planning reviews from May to September 2020 ● Invoices sent to LSRCA for DWSWP for April to August 2020

Donations ● Approximately $550 of private donations received including in memoriam donations

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Severn Sound Environmental Association 2020 3rd Quarter (Jul. 1 – Sept. ... Page 16 of 89 Thank you from Team SSEA

● Tamara Brincat - Invasive Species ● Aisha Chiandet - Water Scientist Program Coordinator ● Melissa Carruthers – Risk Mgmt. ● Julie Cayley - Executive Director Official./Risk Mgmt. Inspector ● Lex McPhail - IT Manager/GIS ● Judy Limoges –Treasurer (p/t) Applications Specialist ● Nikole Priestman – Watershed ● Paula Madill - Ecosystem Health Field Technician Technologist ● Tracy Roxborough – Sustainability ● Michelle Hudolin - Wetlands & Coordinator Habitat Biologist

And thank you TO the SSEA Team of Sensational Seasonal Staff ● Tamara Brincat – Invasive Species ● Cameron Epp - Invasive Species Technician Technician ● Zackary Fryer - Outreach, ● Michael Rogers - Aquatic Plant Communications, and Citizen Management Technician Science Assistant

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NOTICE OF PASSING OF AN AMENDING EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BY- LAW BY SIMCOE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

TAKE NOTICE that on the 22nd day of May, 2019, the Simcoe County District School Board (the “Board”) passed Education Development Charges Amending By-law, 2019 (the “Amending By-law”), which amends the Education Development Charges By-law, (2018) of the Board.

AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal the Amending By-law to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (formerly the Ontario Municipal Board) under Section 257.74 of the Education Act by filing with the Secretary of the School Board on or before the 2nd day of July, 2019, a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the Amending By-law and the reasons supporting the objection. The appeal may not raise an issue that could have been raised in an appeal under Section 257.65 of the Education Act of Education Development Charges By-law, (2018).

The Amending By-law comes into force on May 27, 2019.

The Amending By-law increases the education development charge on residential development (per dwelling unit) and non-residential development (per square foot of gross floor area) to the following amounts for the periods shown below:

May 27, 2019 October 30, 2019 October 30, 2020 October 30, 2021 October 30, 2022 Type of to to to to to Development October 29, 2019 October 29, 2020 October 29, 2021 October 29, 2022 October 29, 2023 Residential: Per Dwelling $1,611 $1,911 $2,211 $2,511 $2,811 Unit

Non-Residential: Per Square Foot $0.37 $0.39 $0.41 $0.43 $0.45 of Gross Floor Area

The Amending By-law increases the term of Education Development Charges By-law, (2018) to five years.

A complete copy of the amending by-law is available for examination on the Board’s website at www.scdsb.on.ca and at the offices of the Board located at 1170 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario.

For further information, please contact Andrew Keuken, Manager of Planning at (705) 734-6363, Ext. 11513 or [email protected].

Dated at the Township of Springwater this 23rd day of May, 2019.

Steve Blake Director of Education

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Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board 46 Alliance Boulevard Barrie, Ontario, Canada L4M 5K3 Tel 705.722.3555 Fax 705.722.6534 www.smcdsb.on.ca

NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF AN EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CHARGE AMENDING BY-LAW BY THE SIMCOE MUSKOKA CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

TAKE NOTICE that the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (the “Board”) passed Education Development Charge Amending By-law No. 51-01-2019 (the “By-law”) on the 5th day of June, 2019 under section 257.70 of the Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.2, as amended (the “Act”).

AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal under Section 257.73 of the Act, in respect of the By-law, by filing with the Secretary of the Board on or before the 15th day of July, 2019 a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the By-law and the reasons supporting the objection, along with the required fee of $300 payable to the Ministry of Finance.

The schedule of education development charges imposed by the By-law for residential development shall be the following amounts per dwelling unit for the periods set out below:

June 10, 2019 to October 29, 2019: $748.00; October 30, 2019 to October 29, 2020: $1,048.00; October 30, 2020 to October 29, 2021: $1,348.00; October 30, 2021 to October 29, 2023: $1,472.00;

The schedule of education development charges imposed by the By-law for non-residential development shall be the following amounts per square foot of gross floor area for the periods set out below:

June 10, 2019 to October 29, 2020: $0.13; October 30, 2020 to October 29, 2021: $0.14; October 30, 2021 to October 29, 2023: $0.15;

Education Development Charges are imposed on all development of lands in the County of Simcoe, save and except those specifically exempted by the Board in the By-law. Accordingly a key map showing the location of lands affected by the By-law is not provided as part of this notice.

A copy of the complete By-law is available for examination in the offices of the Board located at 46 Alliance Boulevard, Barrie, Ontario, during regular office hours, being between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday.

Notice of a proposed by-law amending the By-law or the passage of such an amending by-law is not required to be given to any person or organization, other than to certain clerks of municipalities or secretaries of school boards, unless the person or organization gives the secretary of the Board a written request for notice of any amendments to the By-law and has provided a return address.

Dated at the City of Barrie

This 6th day of June, 2019

Brian Beal Director of Education and Secretary-Treasurer of the Board (705) 722-3555

Our Vision: We are a faith-filled Catholic learning community dedicated to excellence

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HURONIA AIRPORT COMMISSION

Minutes of the September Regular Meeting September 24, 2020 7:00P.M. Held Via Zoom online meeting

In Attendance: Don Cooper, Chair Roy Ellis Dan Larose Tony Mintoff Robert Gow Jason Regimbal Adam Rigden, Airport Manager Debbie Galloway, Minute Taker

Regrets: Cody Oschefski

Agenda: Motion: Moved by Commissioner Larose and seconded by Commissioner Mintoff that the agenda be approved Carried

Minutes: Motion: Moved by Commissioner Ellis and seconded by Commissioner Larose that the minutes for the July meeting be accepted Carried

Correspondence:

From: Re:

Trillium Aviators “Fly-out” September 11,2020

Nacora Insurance, Maria Cannone Insurance 2021 renewal

EDCNS, Veronique Puderecki Webcam/ilovemylocal.ca

Jennifer Ballantyne Town of Penetanguishene 2021 Budget Submission

Dale George, Skycanoe Development Opportunity, Huronia Airport

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Minutes of the September Regular Meeting September 24, 2020 7:00P.M. Held Via Zoom online meeting

Financial Reports:

Accounts Payable amounts reviewed by Don Cooper and Adam Rigden as commission members are not present to review. This procedure to be continued until face to face meetings resume. A summary is to be presented to commission members for discussion should there be any concerns.

1. Hydro One $588.70 Direct Debit 2. Hydro One $46.97 Direct Debit 3. Hydro One (New Substation) $28.30 Direct Debit 4. RBC Visa $3,174.69 Direct Debit 5. Telizon Inc. $145.44 Direct Debit 6. Sage Payroll $18.00 Direct Debit 7. Cash from Till $840.33 Cash 8. Adam Rigden Cell $36.00 Cash 9. Petrovalue Products $25,602.20 Cheque #599 10. Baker Tilly $6,102.00 Cheque #600 11. Charles Cormier $1,130.00 Cheque #601 12. Township of Tiny $1,149.19 Cheque #602 13. Hydro One (New Substation Install) $60.87 Cheque #603 14. TD Investment Services E. Duffy $150.00 Cheque #604

TOTAL $39,072.69

Manager’s Report

September 2020

• Transport Canada 2020 Attestation Update • Due December 31, 2020 • Attestation sent • Maintenance hangar • Xstream aviation moved into maintenance hangar Sept. 7/20 • One year lease signed • Fuel System Update • Installation to start October 13th • No fuel for 2 weeks • 2020 capital expenditures • See 2020 draft budget for details

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Minutes of the September Regular Meeting September 24, 2020 7:00P.M. Held Via Zoom online meeting

Manager’s Report – Continued

• Clean Fill south end of runway • Initial estimations are $25-$30 per truck load of clean fill • Researching with “soil broker” awaiting on-site visit to proceed further • Snow Removal Options • Michigan Loader unserviceable • Brakes and loader need repairs – unsafe to use as is ▪ Volvo no longer provides new parts ▪ Used parts available approx. $6000 parts and labour • Rental machine available from Stronco ▪ $5200/month – minimum 4 months rental ▪ Floating charges approximately $2000 • Local Contractor ▪ $40-$50,000 to contract ▪ Currently does GBGH ($70,000 annually)

2021 Budget: Motion: Moved by Commissioner Ellis and seconded by Commissioner Gow to adopt the 2021 Budget with the changes discussed Carried

Discussion:

• Replacing the Airport vehicle was removed from the budget – employees who use their personal vehicle for airport business will claim the mileage • The manager will pursue contact information for Sudbury Aviation • Commissioners Cooper and Regimbal will be involved in a meeting with Xtreme Aviation

New Business:

• Commissioner Gow will assist the Manager in setting up expanded Covid 19 protocols

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Commissioner’s Reports:

No report

Next Meeting- October 22, 2020 7:00 pm Via Zoom

Motion to adjourn at 8:24 pm

Chairman Secretary Treasurer

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October 15, 2020 In This Issue - Seeking expressions of interest for 2 municipal staff vacancies on AMO Board. - Ontario Great Lakes Local Action Fund - Funding proposals due November 6. - Ontario Cannabis Store survey on social responsibility. - ROMA 2021 Virtual Conference registration open. - Municipal Cyber Security 101 forum: What You Need to Know. - Municipal Group Buying Program - New office supplies contract. - Investments 101 Training now available. - LAS Energy Planning Tool - Completely new and improved! - Conservation Authorities and development process roles. - Careers with Montague Township, Essex County and Greater Sudbury.

AMO Matters There are 2 vacancies on the AMO Board: staff positions on Rural and Large Urban Caucuses. Details about qualifications & appointment process are here. Deadline, including Council resolution, is November 30.

Provincial Matters Ontario is inviting applications through the $1.67 million Great Lakes Local Action Fund for clean up and other local shoreline and coastal restoration projects. Municipalities, community groups, small businesses and indigenous communities can apply for $50,000 grants to fund these projects. Go to Transfer Payments Ontario to apply. Interested groups may also register for a webinar for more information.

The Ontario Cannabis Store is conducting a survey on social responsibility that will inform their proposed three-year strategy. Survey will determine what environmental, social, and governance topics are most important to municipal governments. For more information, please contact OCS.

Eye on Events Registration is now open for ROMA: Connecting Rural Ontario, January 25-26, 2021. Do not miss this opportunity to connect with colleagues and the province, and learn from experts on important and timely rural issues.

AMO Watchfile - October 15, 2020 - October 22, 2020 Page 24 of 89 AMO and the Municipal Information Systems Association of Ontario (MISA-ON) are co-hosting a free Municipal Cyber Security 101 forum. Join us on October 22, 10 am - 1.30 pm (EDT) and learn cyber security basics, how to implement the right training, and hear from experts about how strengthening cyber security should be the default setting of your municipality.

LAS Staples Business Advantage has been awarded the new contract for office supplies under the Municipal Group Buying Program. This provides Ontario’s municipalities even greater discounts on toner, paper, and other office essentials. Contact your LAS regional rep for more information.

The Energy Planning Tool is one of our most popular programs, allowing municipalities to manage and report their energy use quickly and easily. Over the summer we’ve rebuilt EPT from the ground up, adding new features to make the software easier to use and increase functionality. Join us for a webinar on October 28 for the big reveal!

ONE Investment Online Investments 101 Training is available now. To register click here. Learn about fundamentals of investing under the Legal List and Prudent Investor Standard.

Municipal Wire* If you have ever wondered about the role of conservation authorities vs municipal staff in the planning process, this Guideline for Conservation Authority Pre-Consultation offers a great explanation. While designed for CA staff, it is helpful for everyone involved in the development process.

Careers Clerk Administrator - Township of Montague. Position status: Maternity Leave Coverage (12 month contract). A full job description can be seen at the Township of Montague. Please forward your resume, along with a covering letter, by fax, mail, or email to the following by noon on October 30, 2020: The Township of Montague, ATTN: Jasmin Ralph, Clerk Administrator, 6547 Rogers Stevens Drive, PO Box 755, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4W6. Fax: 613.283.3112; Email: [email protected].

Manager, Transportation Planning & Development - County of Essex. Job Posting Number: 37-20. The Manager is a leading member of the Infrastructure Services department. Qualified applicants are invited to apply online through the Current Job Postings section of our website at County of Essex Recruit Right, no later than November 5, 2020.

Director of Communications & Community Engagement - City of Greater Sudbury. To learn more about this opportunity, please visit Greater Sudbury Current Opportunities. Qualified candidates should submit their résumé in confidence by Monday, November 9, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. by email to [email protected] or fax number 705.688.3979. Any application received after this deadline will not be considered.

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October 22, 2020 In This Issue - Is flooding a local issue? - Blue Box draft regulation posted - Webinar November 4. - ROMA 2021 Virtual Conference registration open. - There is still time to register for the October 28 Land Use Planning Workshop. - Lighting retrofits are saving municipalities money! - Introducing the new and improved EPT! - Group Buying Program Webinars - Zamboni, Tech supplies. - Investments 101 Training now available. - Careers with Burlington, Cobourg, Kitchener and Toronto Transit Commission.

AMO Matters The AMO discussion paper “Come Hell or High Water: Flooding, Climate Change and Municipal Responses” is now available. This paper explores how the global issue of climate change and changing weather patterns impact municipal policies and strategies as it relates to flooding, high water, and erosion. The document reflects AMO members' experiences with flooding and what solutions they would like to see advocated for.

Provincial Matters The Province has posted the draft Blue Box regulation for consultation until December 3. AMO staff are hosting a webinar on November 4 from 10 am -12 pm to discuss our response and what this means for your municipality. Register for the webinar.

Back by popular demand, Land Use Planning: Beyond the Basics is coming to you virtually. This training provides insight and tools to support your central role in implementing and managing the land use policy framework. Registration details.

AMO Watchfile - October 15, 2020 - October 22, 2020 Page 27 of 89 LAS We’ve reached a milestone! Beside completing 65 LED retrofit projects, municipalities are collectively saving over $1 million in annual energy/maintenance costs through the LAS Facility Lighting Service. Contact Christian Tham to find out how your municipality can be part of the savings.

We’re excited for the launch of our new and improved Energy Planning Tool! Over the summer we’ve rebuilt EPT from the ground up, adding lots of new features and making it more user friendly. Join us for a webinar on October 28 at 10 am to see this software in action and learn more.

The Municipal Group Buying Program helps municipalities save time and money on the products and services they use every day. Join our webinar series to hear about Zamboni on November 4 and CDW on November 18. For video archives of past events check out our Webinars/Presentations Page.

ONE Investment Online Investments 101 Training is available now. To register click here. Learn about fundamentals of investing under the Legal List and Prudent Investor Standard.

Careers Financial Analyst, Budgets & Policies - City of Burlington. Department: Finance. Employment Status: Contract (20 months). Job Number: FN-138-20. Posting Close Date: October 30, 2020. To apply, please visit Burlington Career Opportunities and click on “View Jobs”. Please note that applications are only accepted online.

Manager, Parks - Town of Cobourg. Position status: Full-time Permanent. Interested applicants should forward their resume in confidence no later than November 6, 2020 at 4 pm to the attention of the Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please quote competition #20-25. NOTE: due to COVID-19 restrictions the interviews and the selection process may be delayed.

Assistant City Solicitor (Development & Planning) - City of Kitchener. Reports to the City Solicitor. To explore this opportunity further, please contact Kristen Manning at [email protected] or submit your resume and letter of interest online to Odgers Berndtson Opportunities by November 16, 2020.

Inaugural Chief, Diversity & Culture - Toronto Transit Commission (TTC). The Chief, Diversity & Culture is a member of the senior executive team — at the decision- making table to help drive the TTC forward as a direct report to the CEO. Interested applicants can submit their resume to Odgers Berndtson Opportunities. Odgers Berndtson is partnering with BIPOC Executive Search to strengthen the diversity of the candidate pool. Applicants from the BIPOC community may wish to send their resume to Jason Murray at [email protected].

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AMO Business LAS Services

October 22, 2020

Mayor Doug Leroux Town of Penetanguishene 10 Robert St. W., P O Box 5009, Penetanguishene, ON L9M 2G2

Dear Mayor Leroux:

RE: LAS Natural Gas Program — 2018-19 Period Reserve Fund Rebate and Updated Agreement

LASis pleased to announce a rebate to all LAS Natural Gas Program members. The amount being rebated back to your municipality is $964.56.

This amount represents your municipality’s share of the $750 million reserve fund surplus being returned to members enrolled in the LASNatural Gas Program during the 2018-2019 program year (November 1, 2018 - October31, 2019). The rebate is based on actual consumption data and is being shared proportionately amongst all program members.

In addition to the rebate, LAS has updated the Agency Agreement (Legal)for the program. The original contract had not been updated in 15 years and was quite general, The new agreement provides greater detail on the program, LAS’responsibilities and fees, better protecting both our members and LAS.It does not change the way the program operates, and our fees remain the same.

Acopy of this letter, the updated agreement, and the cheque for your municipality have been sent to the designated LASprogram contact (see CC below). This contact person will be responsible for finalizing the updated agreement forthe program.

We look fon/vardto yourcontinued involvement in this valuable program. Should you have any questions please Contact Eleonore Schneider, LASProgram Manager at ext. 320 or at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Judy Dezell Director

CC: Carrie Robillard,Director of Finance/Treasurer

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IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE CANADIAN ECONOMY AND CONSUMER SENTIMENT - as of September 17, 2020

To better understand the impact of COVID-19 on the economy, the consumer mindset and to inform marketing recovery strategies, Destination Ontario has accessed various economic and public attitude and behavior studies.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AS OF SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

According to the weekly Ipsos Canada Tracking Report #24, Updated: September 17, 2020

▪ 39% of Canadians are worried about losing their job, this has improved from 44% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data ○ This perception is higher in Ontario with 47% of Ontarians being worried about losing their job, this has remained the same observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data ▪ Likelihood of travel within their own province has decreased in Ontario potentially due to the start of the school year signaling the summer is coming to an end ○ 45% of Ontarians are likely to avoid travel even within their own province, this has significantly improved from 53% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data

According to Destination Canada’s Resident Sentiment Survey Report, Updated September 15, 2020

▪ Ontario’s level of safety towards travel to other destinations decreases the further away people think of travelling from their home ○ 74% of Ontarians feel safe when thinking about travelling to nearby communities ○ 62% of Ontarians feel safe when thinking of travelling within Ontario ○ 40% of Ontarians have mixed feelings of safety for out-of-province travel ○ 8% of Ontarians’ perceived safety is much lower when thinking about travelling to the US and 9% to other international destinations

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According to Destination Canada’s Sentiment Toward Tourism Advertisement Survey Report, Updated September 15, 2020

▪ Overall Ontario receptivity of promoting communities as a destination in other nearby communities in Ontario continues to be net positive of +14; therefore, promoting hyperlocal travel is well received ▪ Overall Ontario receptivity of promoting communities as a destination in other parts of Ontario has improved to net positive of +5; therefore, promoting pan Ontario travel is neutrally received ▪ Overall Ontario receptivity of promoting communities as a destination in other parts of Canada continues to be net negative at – 10; therefore, promoting to other provinces is not well received

According to Leger Research’s national pandemic tracker study results from September 11 – 13, 2020 reported

▪ Ontarians overall remained comfortable with outdoor activities that allowed for better physical distancing and with protective measures in place and increasingly more comfortable with indoor and large gatherings

According to Google Travel Intent survey online poll results ending September 11, 2020

▪ 15% of Canadians are looking at booking a domestic trip in the next three months ▪ 20% of Canadians are looking at booking a domestic trip after a year from September 11, 2021 ▪ 16% of Canadians are interested a major city travel destination ▪ 20% of Canadians are interested in a small-town travel destination

According to Google’s recovery signal dashboard based on search query data, as of September 17, 2020

▪ Overall Canadian travel search queries have reached 2019 levels ▪ Overall Ontario travel search queries have reached 2019 levels

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▪ Overall travel search is down potentially due to the start of the school signaling the end of summer ○ Travel search interest within Canada is down 31%; however local attraction search queries are down 54% compared to the same period March 1 – September 17, 2019 ○ Travel search interest within Ontario is down 26%; however local attraction search queries are down 60% compared to the same period March 1 – September 17, 2019

According to Google’s Global Travel Intent survey based on data as of September 11, 2020

○ In the UK, Germany and France, less than 10% polled in each country regarding booking window for an international trip, intend to book an international trip within the next year

MACRO-ECONOMIC OUTLOOK: COVID-19 has seen a significant negative economic impact causing noticeable changes in public behavior. Market research firm Ipsos is tracking public attitudes and behavior in Canada and other countries to assist organizations in their strategic and tactical planning. The research consists of weekly online polling of a random samples of Canadians and citizens from various countries. The latest data shows some key insights:

CANADA: Ipsos’ public attitude and behavioural online poll results from September 17, 2020 reported1:

Personal Impact and National Threat1

Threat perception indicators have remained stable over the past month across Canada

▪ 59% Canadians believe COVID-19 will have a personal financial impact on them and their family, this has improved from 63% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data ○ 66% of Ontarians worry about their personal financial impact, this has remained stable from 65% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data ▪ 45% of Canadians perceive the virus as a threat to Canada, this has remained stable from 45% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data

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Perceived Big Global Economic Impact1

▪ 93% of Canadians foresee an impact on the financial markets and global economy, this has remained stable from 94% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data ▪ 30% of Canadians think their job or business is threatened by COVID-19, this has remained stable from 31% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data

TRAVEL OUTLOOK:

CANADIAN TRAVEL OUTLOOK: Ipsos’ public attitude and behavioral online poll results from September 17, 2020 reported1:

▪ 78% of Canadians are not comfortable taking a vacation this year, regardless of when the pandemic ends, this has remained stable from 77% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data ▪ Perceived risk of activities has remained stable ○ 20% of Canadians now consider travelling within their province risky, this has remained stable from the August 14 – 17 wave of data ○ 46% of Canadians now consider restaurants risky, this has remained stable from the August 14 – 17 wave of data ○ 30% of Canadians shopping malls risky, this has remained stable from the August 14 – 17 wave of data ▪ Net intent to travel to other provinces remains negative and in line with data seen over the past two months, especially with Ontario and Quebec being the most impacted (currently the provinces worst-hit by the pandemic). ▪ Likelihood of travel within their own province has decreased in Ontario potentially due to the

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start of the school year signaling the summer is coming to an end ○ 45% of Ontarians are likely to avoid travel even within their own province, this has significantly improved from 53% observed in the August 14 – 17 wave of data

Destination Canada’s resident sentiment survey study results from September 15 reported2:

Destination Canada’s sentiment toward tourism advertisement study results from September 15 reported2:

▪ Compared to other provinces, Ontario is the least receptive of seeing advertising promoting their communities ▪ Provincial receptivity score is based on net level of happiness to seeing their community being promoted to each target market is equal to total very happy and happy minus total very unhappy and unhappy ▪ Overall Ontario receptivity of promoting communities as a destination in other nearby communities in Ontario continues to be net positive of +14; therefore, promoting hyperlocal travel is well received ▪ Overall Ontario receptivity of promoting communities as a destination in other parts of Ontario has improved to net positive of +5; therefore, promoting pan Ontario travel is neutrally received ▪ Overall Ontario receptivity of promoting communities as a destination in other parts of Canada continues to be net negative at – 10; therefore, promoting to other provinces is not well received

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Leger Research’s national pandemic tracker study results from September 11 – 13 reported3:

▪ Ontarians feel comfortable with activities with protective measures in place: ○ 49% dining in restaurants, increased from 42% reported in August 14 – 16 waves of data ○ 22% attending large gatherings such as sporting events, concerts or festivals, increased from 14% reported in August 14 – 16 wave of data ○ 17% going to bars, pubs, lounges, night clubs, increased from 14% reported in August 14 – 16 wave of data ○ 24% flying on an airplane, increased from 19% reported in August 14 – 16 wave of data ○ 17% travelling to the United States, increased from 10% reported in August 14 – 16 wave of data

Google Travel Intent Canada survey online poll results ending September 11, 2020 reported4:

▪ 15% of Canadians are looking at booking a domestic trip in the next three months, significantly decreased from 24% reported in the previous August 14 report ▪ 8% of Canadians are looking at booking a domestic trip in the next three to six months, remained stable from 7% reported in the previous August 14 report ▪ 20% of Canadians are looking at booking a domestic trip after September 11, 2021, remained stable at 19% reported in the previous August 14 report ▪ 19% of Canadians are interested in travelling within 20 miles of their home, remained stable from 20% reported in the previous August 14 report ▪ 5% of Canadians are interested in a travel destination anywhere in their region, remained stable from 4% reported on August 14 report ▪ 38% of Canadians are interested in a travel destination anywhere in Canada, decreased from 41% observed in the previous August 14 report ▪ 16% of Canadians are interested a major city travel destination, remained stable from 15% reported in the previous August 14 report ▪ 20% of Canadians are interested in a small-town travel destination, increased from 18% reported in the previous August 14 report ▪ 20% of Canadians are interested in a rural travel location, decreased from 23% reported in the previous August 14 report

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▪ 12% of Canadians are interested in a beach destination, decreased from 16% reported in the previous August 14 report

Canada Travel Related Recovery Signals5 (As of September 17, 2020):

Google’s recovery signal dashboard based on search queries grouped into three categories: 1. dining (interested in/going to restaurants) searches, 2. travel activity (museums, wineries, camping, etc.) searches and 3. travel (flight, hotel/accommodations) searches reported:

▪ Overall Canadian travel search queries have reached 2019 levels ▪ Overall Ontario travel search queries have reached 2019 levels ▪ Overall travel search is down potentially due to the start of the school signaling the end of summer ○ Travel search interest within Canada is down 31%; however local attraction search queries are down 54% compared to the same period March 1 – September 17, 2019 ○ Travel search interest within Ontario is down 26%; however local attraction search queries are down 60% compared to the same period March 1 – September 17, 2019

U.S. TRAVEL OUTLOOK:

Google’s U.S. COVID-19 & Travel Intent survey online poll results ending September 14, 2020 reported6:

▪ 79% of Americans will be very unlikely engage in any travel in the next 2 weeks, decreased at 81% reported in the previous August 17 report ▪ 66% of Americans will be very unlikely to engage in any travel in the next 3 months, remained stable at 66% reported in the previous August 17 report ▪ 10% of Americans will book travel only in North America the next 3 months, remained stable from 10% in the previous August 17 report ▪ 57% of Americans will not book a flight under any circumstances in the next 3 months, decreased from 60% reported in the previous August 17 report ▪ 47% of Americans will not book a hotel under any circumstances in the next 3 months, decreased from 49% in the previous August 17 report

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U.S. Travel Related Recovery Signals5 (As of September 17, 2020):

Google’s recovery signal dashboard based on search queries grouped into three categories: 1. dining out searches, 2. travel activity searches and 3. travel (flight, hotel/accommodations) searches reported:

▪ Overall trend line is stable activity in U.S. searches pertaining to Canadian travel search down 61% same period March 1 – September 17, 2019 search level ▪ Overall trend line is stable activity in U.S. searches pertaining to Ontario travel search queries down 65% same period March 1 – September 17, 2019 search level

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL OUTLOOK:

Google Travel Intent survey online poll results ending September 11, 2020 reported4:

United Kingdom’s booking window perception for international trip4:

▪ 4% of British people are booking in the next three months, decreased from 6% observed in the August 14 report ▪ 10% of British people are booking in 9 months to a year, decreased at 12% observed in the August 14 report ▪ 18% of British people are booking after September 11, 2021, decreased from 23% observed in the August 14 report

Germany’s booking window perception for international trip4:

▪ 8% of Germans are booking in the next three months, remained stable from 9% since August 14 report ▪ 7% of Germans people are booking in 9 months to a year, remained stable from 6% since August 14 report ▪ 11% of Germans people are booking after a year from September 11, 2021, remained stable from 10% since August 14 report

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France’s booking window perception for international trip4:

▪ 4% of French people are booking in the next three months, remained stable from 5% since August 14 report ▪ 6% of French people are booking in 9 months to a year, increased from 4% since August 14 report ▪ 9% of French people are booking after September 11, 2021, remained stable from 10% since August 14 report

Sources:

1. Ipsos Coronavirus – Canada Tracking #24 Report September 17, 2020: an online poll between September 11 – 14, 2020, among a random sample of N=1,450 adult Canadians (credibility interval +/-2.9%, 95% of the time), including an oversample to bring Ontario to N=801 (credibility interval +/-3.9%, 95% of the time) 2. Destination Canada Resident Sentiment Survey Report, September 15, 2020, N~1,800 adult Canadians and each minimum N=200 for each province 3. Leger National Weekly Pandemic Tracker Report, September 13, 2020, in field September 11 – 13, N=1,840 all respondents 4. Google Global Travel Intent Survey – online survey between April 10 – September 11, 2020 each N~1,000 5. Google Recovery Signals Dashboard, data updated until September 17, 2020 6. Google U.S. COVID-19 & Travel Intent Report, Wave 16 Results completed September 11 – 14, 2020, N~1,000

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Ontario Building a Modern, Connected and Comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions System

October 7, 2020

Province Investing an Additional $176 Million to Expand Access to Critical Services

TORONTO — The Ontario government is providing an additional $176 million this year to help expand access for critical mental health and addictions supports during COVID-19. This funding is part of the province's investment of $3.8 billion over 10 years and enables Ontario's comprehensive plan, A Roadmap to Wellness, to deliver high-quality care and build a modern, connected and comprehensive mental health and addictions system.

Details were provided today, during Mental Illness Awareness Week, by Premier Doug Ford, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, and Michael Tibollo, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.

"Our incredible mental health workers and researchers carry out important work each and every day to help people cope with serious issues and save lives," said Premier Ford. "Today's ongoing investment not only delivers on our government's historic commitment to invest billions in mental health over 10 years, but it will also provide care for thousands of people, including frontline health workers and first responders, who need such critical supports during these challenging times."

The increased funding will help address urgent gaps in care, enhance access to mental health and addictions services, create new supports and expand programs in several priority areas, including:

 Community-based services in English and French, including services for children and youth;  Mental health and justice services;  Supportive housing for individuals with serious mental health and addiction challenges, and who are either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless;  Community and residential addictions, including treatment and care for opioid addictions;

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Building a Modern, Connected and Compr...Page 40 of 89  Increased supports for Indigenous peoples, families, and communities; and  More hospital in-patient beds for mental health and addiction patients.

As part of this funding, the province is investing in targeted community and residential addictions services including:

 $4 million for nurse practitioners for detox services to improve the medical management of clients who are withdrawing from substance use in residential withdrawal management facilities;  $8 million for addictions day and evening care to increase access to intensive non-residential addictions and substance use treatment services for youth and adults;  $3.5 million for in-home/mobile withdrawal management services to increase access to community withdrawal management services for hard to service clients, including those located in rural areas; and  Over $900,000 for an additional four inpatient beds at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) to support capacity pressures at CAMH.

"By making these investments, our government is making it easier for people to find and access high-quality mental health and addictions services when and where they need them," said Minister Elliott. "We're working across government and with system partners to provide long-term stability and investments in critical services to improve and modernize the system and close urgent gaps in care."

Premier Ford, Minister Elliott and Minister Tibollo joined CAMH to celebrate the grand opening of the third phase of their historic redevelopment project. The McCain Complex Care and Recovery Building and the Crisis and Critical Care Building will transform mental health care in the province, with spaces that support recovery and promote community integration for patients in a connected and coordinated system of care. This includes capacity for 235 inpatient beds, Ontario's first 24/7 emergency department dedicated to mental health, and new and expanded ambulatory programs. The province is providing $633 million to support the CAMH project.

"We made a promise to the people of Ontario to address the growing frustration with capacity issues within our mental health and addictions system," said Associate Minister Tibollo. "Despite the additional challenges facing Ontarians during this outbreak, we are focused on increasing capacity and addressing wait times for services, so that Ontarians can get quality care and improve their quality of life."

To enable Roadmap to Wellness, Ontario is investing $3.8 billion over 10 years to create new services and expand programs. The province has started to fill urgent gaps in care as identified by system partners. This year's $176 million increase builds on the $174 million the government invested last year in more funding for mental health and addictions programs, bringing new base investments across the sector since 2019-20 to a total of more than $350 million.

QUICK FACTS

 This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week in Canada, which coincides with World Mental Health Day on October 10. It’s an opportunity for Ontarians to come together to raise awareness about mental health and suicide and to learn more about prevention, resources and community-based supports.

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Building a Modern, Connected and Compr...Page 41 of 89  During this week, the ministry is encouraging all Ontarians to learn more about mental health and join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #MIAW20 to raise awareness and reduce stigma.

 As part of the government’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak over the past few months, the province invested an additional $26.75 million in emergency funding for mental health and addictions services. The funding has already helped more than 39,000 Ontarians continue to access services they need during this challenging time, including new supports such as online and virtual tools and counselling.

 To find the right supports, visit COVID-19: Support for People to find information about the many available and free mental health services and supports.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Ontario Expanding Innovative Mental Health and Addictions Services

 Ontario Unveils Plan to Build Mental Health and Addictions System

 Read Ontario’s COVID-19 fall preparedness plan, Keeping Ontarians Safe: Preparing for Future Waves of COVID-19.

 Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect Ontarians from COVID-19.

QUOTES

"I thank the government for investing in this transformation. The CAMH redevelopment is a symbol of progress – respectful and dignified spaces that support the best in crisis and complex mental health care. We look forward to working with the government to bring health equity to people living with mental illness." — Dr. Catherine Zahn, President and CEO, CAMH

CONTACTS

Ivana Yelich Premier’s Office [email protected]

Alexandra Hilkene Minister Elliott’s Office

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From: Ontario News Sent: Thursday, October 8, 2020 9:19 AM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Supporting Local Festivals and Events

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Ontario Supporting Local Festivals and Events

October 8, 2020

Government investment will help promote creative and safe programs during COVID-19

TORONTO - Ontario is investing $9 million through the new Reconnect Festival and Event Program to support municipalities and event organizers during COVID-19. This funding will be used to maintain public safety requirements and allow people to reconnect with their communities through online, drive-through and other innovative experiences. Organizers will be developing creative programs such as virtual Remembrance Day events, reverse holiday parades with drive-by static floats, drive-in music concerts and movies, holiday tree lightings and New Year's Eve displays that light-up iconic buildings.

Details were provided today by Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries at Ontario Place.

"COVID-19 has had an unprecedented and devastating impact on our local festivals and events," said Minister MacLeod. "This important investment through the new Reconnect Festival and Event Program will continue to support Ontarians as they reconnect and experience all their local communities have to offer."

Funding may be used for eligible expenses such as programming and production, promotion, mobile applications and website development, and implementation of health and safety measures.

The application period for the Reconnect Festival and Event Program runs from October 8 to December 1, 2020.

QUICK FACTS

 The Reconnect Festival and Event Program is open to organizers with a minimum $50,000 operating budget and the capacity to safely reconnect Ontarians with their communities.

 Tourism is a key economic driver in Ontario, supporting more than 400,000 jobs and generating over $36 billion in

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Supporting Local Festivals and Events Page 44 of 89 spending.

 This year, through Celebrate Ontario, the government invested $9.75 million to support more than 250 festivals and events in communities across the province, including Blockbuster events.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect Ontarians from COVID-19

QUOTES

"In a truly difficult year, the Santa Claus Parade has been more focused than ever on bringing holiday experiences to families. Programs like this funding could help us adapt and reimagine ourselves, until we can be back on the street in front of millions again in the future. In the meantime, the support of our sponsors, partners and government would ensure that Santa will still come to town." — Clay Charters, President & CEO, The Original Santa Claus Parade

"COVID-19 continues to have a disproportionate impact on live entertainment and local culture, creating ongoing challenges for the artists that bring our communities to life. It is critical that we continue to innovate, finding and funding new ways of engaging and supporting Ontario's arts and culture sectors. At MusicTogether.ca we welcome the Minister’s announcement of new funding for festivals and events. " — Raja Khanna, CEO & Co-Founder, Dark Slope, Founding Team Member of MusicTogether.ca

CONTACTS

Dakota Brasier Minister’s Office 416-904-8384 [email protected]

Denelle Balfour Communications Branch [email protected]

Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries http://www.ontario.ca/tourism

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From: Ontario News Sent: Friday, October 9, 2020 3:48 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Increased COVID-19 Precautions for Congregate Care Settings

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Increased COVID-19 Precautions for Congregate Care Settings

October 9, 2020

Further direction will help protect vulnerable people and those who care for them

TORONTO — The Ontario Government is setting out increased precautions for congregate care settings in areas where there is a high rate of community spread of COVID-19 to ensure the province's most vulnerable and those who care for them are safe. Those settings include homes serving adults with developmental disabilities, shelters for survivors of gender-based violence and human trafficking, children's residential settings, youth justice facilities and Indigenous Healing and Wellness Strategy residential programs that support Indigenous individuals and families both on- and off- reserve.

When a residential care setting is located in a community that is beginning to see increased cases of COVID-19, the ministry will contact them to apply further precautions. Those precautions could include:

 Enhanced infection prevention and control protocols including screening  Enhanced visitor and home visit restrictions  Increased restrictions to client participation in community day programs.

"Keeping residents, and the dedicated staff who support them, safe during the continuing COVID-19 outbreak remains our top priority," said Todd Smith, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services. "We are providing additional direction to our congregate care settings to ensure we are adapting to the realities of current caseloads, while also preparing for any future waves."

The ministry recognizes the importance of visits for both residents and their families and wherever possible, essential visits such as those necessary to maintain the health, wellness and safety of a resident will be permitted to continue unless the local public health unit directs otherwise as part of outbreak management. An essential visitor may include, but is not limited to, a parent or guardian, a social service worker or a health care provider.

Government of Ontario Re: Increased COVID-19 Precautions for Congregate ...Page 47 of 89 A list of the regions covered by each precaution level is posted online. The province will update the list as the areas with higher community spread change. Those planning a visit to a congregate care setting are advised to contact the agency in advance to make sure the home is free of outbreaks and to get information on their visitor policy and any restrictions.

"We know the restrictions on visitation in the early days of the outbreak caused families and residents pain and hardship," said Minister Smith. "These precautions will help us do everything we can to maintain contact, while clearly outlining what measures need to be taken to keep everyone safe."

QUICK FACTS

 Throughout COVID-19, the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services has provided guidance to congregate care settings.

 Ontarians who are at risk of financial hardship as a result of COVID-19 may be eligible for emergency assistance.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Visit Ontario’s website to learn how the province is helping support vulnerable people during the COVID-19 outbreak.

CONTACTS

Palmer Lockridge Minister’s Office [email protected]

Geneviève Oger Communications Branch 647-464-8172 [email protected]

Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services https://www.ontario.ca/mccss

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From: Ontario News Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 2:43 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Helps Keep Energy Costs Low for Families, Small Businesses and Farmers

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Ontario Helps Keep Energy Costs Low for Families, Small Businesses and Farmers

October 13, 2020

Province keeps electricity rates stable and provides customers with more choice

TORONTO - The Ontario government is helping to keep the cost of energy low for families, small businesses and farmers by keeps electricity rates stable and providing customers with more choice and energy assistance programs.

Customers eligible for the Ontario Electricity Rebate (OER) will automatically receive a 33.2% reduction off their energy bill when new electricity rates for Regulated Price Plan (RPP) customers come into effect November 1, 2020. At the same time, customers paying Time-of-Use (TOU) rates under the RPP will also have the option to switch to tiered rate pricing. Time-of-use electricity rates vary by time of day and are comprised of three different rate periods of off-peak, mid-peak and on-peak pricing. Tiered electricity rates provide customers with a set rate for electricity up to a certain level of consumption.

"As we recover from COVID-19, our government remains focused on supporting Ontarians by keeping the cost of electricity affordable," said Greg Rickford, Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines. "We are proud to offer the people of Ontario more options and the flexibility to choose between TOU and tiered pricing."

The province has also revised the eligibility requirements for the COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and the COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program for Small Business (CEAP-SB). Households, small businesses and charitable organizations who made partial payments on amounts owing before the COVID-19 emergency period are now eligible for the CEAP and CEAP-SB one-time on-bill credit to help pay down electricity bill debt. The expanded eligibility also eliminates the requirement for residential consumers to be unemployed when applying for CEAP. Local utilities will re- assess previously rejected applications and start accepting new applications on October 16, 2020.

Ontario is also introducing a new streamlined Energy Affordability Program (EAP) for households struggling to pay their electricity bills. Beginning the week of January 4, 2021, EAP will:

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Helps Keep Energy Costs Low for Famili... Page 50 of 89  Provide free electricity saving measures to help participating households manage their electricity-use and lower their electricity costs by up to $1,000 per year;  Tailor energy-efficiency upgrades based on household income, home heating system, location, and an energy needs assessment; and,  Simplify access to new and updated electricity saving measures through a single program that replaces the Affordability Fund Trust and Home Assistance Program, which are ending in 2020.

The Energy Affordability Program is part of Ontario's new 2021-2024 electricity Conservation Demand Management (CDM) Framework, which also offers energy-efficiency programs for on-reserve First Nations consumers and Ontario business and industrial consumers to increase competitiveness and lower electricity costs. The new Framework will come into force January 1, 2021, immediately following the end of the current Interim Framework on December 31, 2020.

"Our government continues to look for ways to support Ontarians in need," said Bill Walker, Associate Minister of Energy. "The initiatives announced today will help ensure Ontario families and businesses can manage their electricity bills, while keeping our energy system strong and reliable."

The province will also introduce on-bill messaging in 2021 that will explain Ontario's rate mitigation programs and how customers are benefiting from Hydro One earnings.

QUICK FACTS

 On October 9, the Ontario government announced additional public health measures in Toronto, Ottawa and Peel Region and will make available $300 million to assist significantly affected businesses with fixed costs, including property taxes, hydro and natural gas bills.

 The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) sets both time-of-use and tiered rates as part of the Regulated Price Plan (RPP). RPP rates are updated twice a year, in May and November. Today the OEB reported the new rates coming into effect on November 1, 2020.

 Multi-use complex consumers that are currently receiving the OER under grandfathering provisions will now continue to receive the rebate until April 30, 2021. The grandfathering period was previously slated to end on October 31, 2020.

 Residential consumers must apply to CEAP, and small businesses and charitable organizations must apply to CEAP for Small Business (CEAP-SB) through their local electricity and/or natural gas utility.

 The 2021-24 CDM Framework governs the Independent Electricity System Operator's (IESO) Save on Energy programs for businesses, institutional customers, income-eligible residential customers and on-reserve First Nations communities. Save on Energy programs provide energy-efficiency opportunities and support Ontario families and businesses looking to make upgrades to lower electricity costs.

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Helps Keep Energy Costs Low for Famili... Page 51 of 89  The Energy Affordability Program (EAP) will provide differing levels of support based on income eligibility. Participants could receive a free professional energy assessment and installation of in-home electricity savings measures or an energy savings kit.

 For on-reserve First Nations communities, programs under the CDM Interim Framework that were suspended due to COVID-19 will be relaunched, to allow time for projects to be completed. Ontario's First Nations communities will be engaged in Fall 2020 to inform the development of new programs that will build on the success of previous programs.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Learn more about time-of-use (TOU) and tiered rate pricing

 Find out about additional ways to reduce your electricity bill

 Visit the Save on Energy website for information about CDM programs under the Interim Framework and the new CDM Framework as more information becomes available.

 Visit the Independent Electricity System Operator's (IESO) website to learn more about EAP, the 2019-2020 Interim Framework and the 2021-2024 Framework when more information becomes available.

 More information on CEAP is available from the Ontario Energy Board.

CONTACTS

Alex Puddifant Minister’s Office 647-201-8821 [email protected]

Natasha Demetriades Communications Branch 416-327-3855 [email protected]

Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines http://www.ontario.ca/endm

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From: Ontario News Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 1:27 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Hiring Hundreds More Contact Tracers and Case Managers

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Ontario Hiring Hundreds More Contact Tracers and Case Managers

October 14, 2020

Up to 600 More Recruits Will Help Track, Trace and Isolate New Cases of COVID-19 Across the Province

TORONTO — The Ontario government is taking immediate action to expand case and contact management to help track, trace and isolate new cases of COVID-19. The province has hired 100 new contact tracers, many of whom are starting work this week, with up to 500 more recruits expected to be hired by mid-November. These new positions are part the province's fall preparedness plan, Keeping Ontarians Safe: Preparing for Future Waves of COVID-19, which dedicates $1.376 billion to enhance and expand testing and contact tracing in the province.

Details were provided today by Premier Doug Ford and Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health.

"With these additional hires, we will have hundreds more boots on the ground to support contact tracing throughout the province, which is an essential weapon in our fight against COVID-19," said Premier Ford. "Thanks to the absolute pros tracking down the data, we are reaching cases and contacts faster, with 30 public health units reaching 90 per cent of cases within 24 hours. There is nowhere this virus can hide ― and that's critical to our efforts to contain the spread of this deadly threat and flatten the curve of the second wave."

To expedite the onboarding of these additional staffing resources, the government is partnering with Ian Martin, an Ontario-based recruitment firmthat has extensive experience in supplying COVID-19 staffing resources.

Ontario Public Service (OPS) staff are also volunteering for redeployment to provide surge support for contact tracing this fall and winter, and over 600 Statistics Canada employees have been onboarded since July to assist with contact follow- up.

There are currently more than 2,750 case and contact management staff active across all public health units, tracing and managing COVID-19 cases ― up from approximately 1,500 staff in the spring. These 600 new recruits and 600 personnel from Statistics Canada will bring the total number of case and contact management staff to nearly 4,000. The members of

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Hiring Hundreds More Contact Tracers a... Page 54 of 89 this critical and growing workforce are all working to keep Ontarians safe and healthy.

In recent weeks, the province has seen a dramatic rise in the percentage of people with COVID-19, especially in hotspots like Toronto, Ottawa, and Peel. In response, the province is providing an additional 150 staff to the Ottawa area and over 200 staff are being onboarded in Toronto. The province is also working with Peel and other public health units across the province to assist contact tracing efforts through the provincial workforce. Hiring additional contact tracers and case managers and deploying them across Ontario will significantly boost the province's response to the surge in cases and keep the most vulnerable safe and schools open.

"With rising COVID-19 cases and outbreaks, we need more contact tracers to ensure the province is able to identify and isolate new cases to limit and stop the spread of the virus," said Minister Elliott. "Case and contact management is a key component of Ontario's fall preparedness plan. As part of that plan, our government will continue to work collaboratively with public health units and provide additional staff and resources to support this important work."

In addition, Ontario has also successfully implemented a centralized Public Health Case and Contact Management (CCM) I&IT System in public health units across the province. This user-friendly system significantly reduces duplication, speeds up processes and allows for more efficient case and contact management work to be completed. Direct integration with the Ontario Laboratory Information System eliminates the need for health unit staff to re-type COVID-19 data into the province's former integrated Public Health Information System (iPHIS). Those who have received a lab test indicating they have COVID-19 can also use CONTACT+, a secure online tool to provide key information and close contacts to their local public health unit. Providing this data will help accelerate case management and contact tracing work.

To support Ontario's case and contact management strategy, the province is encouraging everyone to download the COVID Alert app, the country's made-in-Ontario exposure notification app.More than four million Canadians have already downloaded the app to date and nearly 1,000 COVID-19 positive Ontarians have sent anonymous alerts to their close contacts. The more people who have the app, the more effective the province will be at stopping the spread of COVID-19.

The best way to fight COVID-19 is to continue to follow public health advice that reduces the risk of transmission and helps keep Ontarians safe.

QUICK FACTS

 Currently, out of 34 public health units, 25 are reaching 100 per cent of their new cases within 24 hours and 30 public health units are reaching 90 per cent or more.

 Thirty-one of 34 public health units are using the new Public Health Case and Contact Management (CCM) system and the province is onboarding the remaining three health units in the coming weeks.

 For added protection, download the COVID Alert app from the Apple and Google Play app stores. This made-in- Ontario app uses Bluetooth technology to detect when users are near each other. If a user tests positive for COVID-19, they can choose to let other users know. Ontarians who receive an exposure alert can then get tested

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Hiring Hundreds More Contact Tracers a... Page 55 of 89 and take action to help keep themselves, their families, and their friends safe from spreading COVID-19.

 On September 30, 2020, the government announced it is investing $2.8 billion as part of the province’s comprehensive plan Keeping Ontarians Safe: Preparing for Future Waves of COVID-19 to prepare Ontario’s health care system for the immediate challenges of the fall.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Ontario Delivers $2.8 Billion COVID-19 Fall Preparedness Plan

 Ontario Investing More Than $1 Billion to Expand COVID-19 Testing and Contact Tracing

 Ontario Enhancing COVID-19 Case and Contact Management

 Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect the people of Ontario from COVID-19.

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Ivana Yelich Premier’s Office [email protected]

Alexandra Hilkene Minister Elliott’s Office [email protected]

Office of the Premier http://www.ontario.ca/premier

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From: Ontario News Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 1:23 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Millions Across Canada Now Using Made-in-Ontario COVID Alert App

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Millions Across Canada Now Using Made-in-Ontario COVID Alert App

October 15, 2020

Province Working with Private Sector to Encourage More Users to Help Keep People Safe

TORONTO — The Ontario government is working with some of the most influential brands in Canada, including Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, to encourage more people to download the made-in-Ontario COVID Alert app and help protect people across the country from the pandemic. To support businesses large and small, the government is launching a new webpage that will provide them with the tools they need to promote the app and build on its success to- date.

Details were provided today by Premier Doug Ford, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, Peter Bethlenfalvy, President of the Treasury Board, and Jamaal Magloire, Canadian NBA All-Star and Toronto Raptors team ambassador.

"One of the best and simplest ways to protect you, your family and people around you from COVID-19 is to download the made-in-Ontario COVID Alert app," said Premier Ford. "We have already seen tremendous support from all corners of the province ― and the country ― with millions doing their part. I am proud to say that the Prime Minister, my fellow premiers, mayors and CEOs from some of Canada's largest institutions are stepping up. I encourage everyone to participate because we need all of us pulling in the same direction to make this COVID Alert app work."

Today, Nova Scotia joins Ontario, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Manitoba and Saskatchewan, and almost 4.5 million Canadians, in this national effort to download the COVID Alert app and help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Ontario is working with major employers from a variety of sectors, from banking and insurance to large retailers, telecommunications, media and entertainment companies, to promote the COVID Alert app. Over the Thanksgiving weekend, the Toronto Raptors, the Toronto Argonauts, Toronto FC and the Toronto Maple Leafs used their voice to

Government of Ontario Re: Millions Across Canada Now Using Made-in-Ontar...Page 58 of 89 encourage people across the province to download COVID Alert to protect themselves and their loved ones.

COVID Alert has also been promoted by other private-sector partners, including:

 Bell Canada  BMO  Bruce Power  Canada Life  CIBC  Enbridge  Manulife  Postmedia  RBC  Scotiabank  Sun Life  TD Bank  Torstar  The Globe and Mail

Additional support for the app is being provided by:

 Ontario Chamber of Commerce  City of Toronto  City of Ottawa  Residential Construction Council of Ontario  Canadian Armed Forces  Restaurants Canada  Ontario Energy Board  Ontario Pension Board  Ontario Pension Trust  Ontario Power Generation

These organizations are leading by example and encouraging their employees, members, and customers to download the app by reaching out through advertising and social media campaigns.

"As our government continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are committed to developing digital tools to help stop the spread," said Peter Bethlenfalvy, President of the Treasury Board and Minister Responsible for Digital and Data Transformation. "I'm echoing the Premier's call for people and businesses across our province to support our government's efforts in combating this virus by either downloading or encouraging those around them to download this free, voluntary, and easy to use app."

More than 1,130 one-time keys have been entered by app users in Ontario who have tested positive for COVID-19, in turn

Government of Ontario Re: Millions Across Canada Now Using Made-in-Ontar...Page 59 of 89 notifying Ontarians of potential exposure to the virus and allowing them to take necessary public health precautions.

"Protecting the health and well-being of all Ontarians is and always will be our government's top priority," said Minister Elliott. "While following public health guidelines continues to be the best way to protect yourself and your community, the COVID Alert app helps support our contact tracing efforts and is another tool in our fight against this virus."

The COVID Alert app is one more way Ontario is leveraging the power of technology to deliver more convenient, more reliable and more accessible programs and frontline services to the people and businesses of Ontario.

QUICK FACTS

 The COVID Alert app became available for download from the Apple and Google Play app stores in Ontario on July 31, 2020.

 All Ontarians are encouraged to download the COVID Alert app for free from the Apple and Google Play app stores.

 The more people who have the app, the more effective the province will be at stopping the spread of COVID-19.

 The COVID Alert app is compatible with the vast majority of smartphones owned by Ontarians. With close to 90% of Ontarians having access to a smartphone, almost all of them should be able to download the app.

 Ontario was the first province where people could confirm a COVID-19 diagnosis in the app, notifying other app users in a privacy-protected way.

 One of the app’s key strengths is its focus on privacy: the app was developed in consultation with the Information and Privacy Commissioners of Canada and Ontario, does not track or trace users, and does not store users’ personal information, health information, or location data.

 The app does not replace manual contact tracing by local public health authorities. It complements these efforts by helping more Ontarians get notified more quickly when they’re exposed to COVID-19 ― so they can follow public health advice and self-isolate, get tested, and slow the spread of the virus sooner.

 Work on the COVID Alert app was initiated in Ontario by the Ontario Digital Service and Shopify and was the foundation for the Government of Canada’s app launch.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Business owners and companies looking for multimedia assets to help promote the COVID Alert app to their employees or customers can find them here.

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Ivana Yelich Premier’s Office [email protected]

Sebastian Skamski Minister Bethlenfalvy’s Office 416 728-1159 [email protected]

Farah Faisal Communications Branch 647 629-1237 [email protected]

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From: Ontario News Sent: Monday, October 19, 2020 10:29 AM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Stay Safe and Follow Public Health Advice This Halloween

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Stay Safe and Follow Public Health Advice This Halloween

October 19, 2020

TORONTO — Today, Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health, issued the following statement detailing public health advice for Halloween this year:

"As Ontarians begin to prepare for Halloween this year, I'd like to remind everyone to take extra precautions to ensure you are keeping yourself and your families safe.

Given the high transmission of COVID-19 in the modified Stage 2 public health unit regions of Ottawa, Peel, Toronto and York Region, traditional door-to-door trick or treating is not recommended and people should consider alternative ways to celebrate. This can include, but is not limited to:

 Encouraging kids to dress up and participate in virtual activities and parties;  Organizing a Halloween candy hunt with people living in their own household;  Carving pumpkins;  Having a movie night or sharing scary stories; and  Decorating front lawns.

It is recommended that you also check with your local municipality or public health unit for any additional advice or restrictions that may be in place. It is also critical that families not travel outside of their neighbourhood to celebrate Halloween.

To have a safe and happy Halloween, Ontarians should follow some simple steps:

 Avoid gatherings with people outside of your household;  Stay home if you are feeling ill, even if you have mild symptoms, or if you are at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19;

Government of Ontario Re: Stay Safe and Follow Public Health Advice This... Page 62 of 89  If you live outside the modified Stage 2 public health unit regions and are going to go out to trick or treat: o Only go out with members of your household; o Only trick or treat outside; o Both trick or treaters and people handing out candy should wear a face covering. A costume mask is not a substitute for a face covering and should not be worn over a face covering as it may make it difficult to breathe; o Do not congregate or linger at doorsteps and remember to line up two metres apart if waiting. Avoid high- touch surfaces and objects; o Whether collecting or handing out treats, wash your hands often and thoroughly, or use hand sanitizer; and o Do not leave treats in a bucket or bowl for children to grab and consider using tongs or oth er similar tools to hand out treats.

I would also like to remind everyone that we are in a second wave of COVID-19. There have been increases in cases in many areas across the province, and the percentage of people tested who get a positive result is going up.

The severity of this second wave is in our hands. Through our collective efforts, we can change the outcome of this new outbreak. That is why it remains critical to continue following these important actions everyday in order to protect your health and stop the spread of COVID-19, including:

 Limit trips outside of home, except for essential purposes such as work where it is not possible to work from home, school, grocery shopping, medical appointments, and outdoor healthy physical activity;  Stay home if you feel ill or have symptoms even if they are mild;  Maintain physical distancing of at least two metres with those outside your household;  Wear a face covering indoors in workplaces, businesses and facilities, and wear one outdoors if physical distancing cannot be maintained or if wearing one is required;  Wash your hands thoroughly and regularly;  Follow social gathering and organized public event limits;  Download the COVID Alert mobile app;  If you are concerned you were exposed to COVID-19 or have symptoms, take the online COVID-19 self- assessment; and  Get tested if you have&nb sp;symptoms compatible with COVID-19, or if you have been advised of exposure by your local public health unit or through COVID Alert. Visit Ontario.ca/covidtest to find the nearest testing location."

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 If you live within a public health unit region in Stage 3, consider printing one of these posters as a tool to help let your neighbours know whether you are handing out treats.

Government of Ontario Re: Stay Safe and Follow Public Health Advice This... Page 63 of 89  Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect the people of Ontario from COVID-19.

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Alexandra Hilkene Minister Elliott’s Office [email protected]

David Jensen Communications Branch 416-314-6197 [email protected]

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From: Ontario News Sent: Monday, October 19, 2020 9:55 AM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Developing a Stronger, More Effective Blue Box Program

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Ontario Developing a Stronger, More Effective Blue Box Program

October 19, 2020

Province consulting on plan to increase recycling in more communities and help divert more waste from landfills

TORONTO — Ontario is kicking off Waste Reduction Week by unveiling regulations to improve the blue box program. The enhancements include expanding the items that can be recycled and making producers of products and packaging fully responsible for the waste they create.

"We're creating a stronger and more effective Blue Box program that actually works," said Minister Yurek. "By harnessing the innovation and ingenuity of industry and expanding recycling opportunities for people and businesses across the province, we can divert more waste away from landfills by finding new purposes for products and reinserting them back into the economy."

The proposed new Blue Box regulation will:

 Standardize and increase the list of materials accepted in the blue box including paper and plastic cups, wraps, foils, trays, and bags and other single use items such as stir sticks, straws, cutlery and plates.  Transition the costs of the program away from municipal taxpayers by making the producers of products and packaging fully responsible for costs, resulting in an estimated savings of $135 million annually for municipalities.  Expand blue box services to more communities, such as smaller, rural and remote communities, including those under 5,000 people.  Set the highest diversion targets in North America for the various categories of waste producers are expected to recycle such as paper, glass, beverage containers and rigid and flexible plastic, encouraging innovation such as better product design and the use of new technologies for better environmental outcomes.

The province will also expand blue box services to facilities such as apartment buildings, long-term care homes, schools

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Developing a Stronger, More Effective ... Page 65 of 89 and municipal parks in 2026 to provide the people of Ontario with more opportunities to recycle and keep their communities clean.

The draft Blue Box regulation will be posted for 45 days for public feedback, ending December 2, 2020.

Reducing plastic waste and litter and making producers responsible for managing the full life-cycle of their products is a key part of the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan commitment to balance a healthy economy, a healthy environment and keep Ontario clean and beautiful.

QUICK FACTS

 The proposed framework ensures that programs already having a positive impact on the environment, like the Beer Store’s deposit return program, can continue under the new producer responsibility model.

 Waste Reduction Week runs from October 19-25 to promote environmental stewardship and increase opportunities for Ontarians to participate in efforts to reduce waste.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan

 Waste management in Ontario

 Waste Discussion Paper

QUOTES

"The Ontario Waste Management Association supports the Ontario government’s commitment to strengthen the Blue Box recycling program and set some of the highest waste diversion targets in North America. Shifting funding responsibility of the Blue Box to producers will create a catalyst to improve Ontario’s recycling performance. This is not only good for the environment, it is good for the economy, and will encourage investment, job creation and innovation in the recycling and resource recovery sector." — Mike Chopowick, CEO, Ontario Waste Management Association

"The Canadian Beverage Association welcomes the government's proposed beverage container diversion targets of 75 per cent by 2026 and 80 per cent by 2030. Our sector plans to build on the success of the Blue Box collection system and meet these targets by introducing a new, comprehensive beverage container recycling program with convenient public space recycling at parks, public buildings and special events."

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Developing a Stronger, More Effective ... Page 66 of 89 — Jim Goetz, President, Canadian Beverage Association

"As one of Canada’s leading beverage companies, Keurig Dr Pepper Canada supports the Ontario Government’s policy to expand and improve the recycling system, by ensuring items like recyclable coffee pods will be included. Our company remains steadfastly committed to reducing packaging waste. We look forward to continuing to work with the government and municipalities across the province to build a more sustainable Ontario for generations to come." — Stéphane Glorieux, President, Keurig Dr Pepper Canada

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Andrew Buttigieg Minister’s Office 437-224-4599 [email protected]

Gary Wheeler Communications Branch 416-314-6666 [email protected]

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From: Ontario News Sent: Monday, October 19, 2020 1:28 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Making Government Services More Convenient, Reliable, and Accessible

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Ontario Making Government Services More Convenient, Reliable, and Accessible

October 19, 2020

New Action Plan Will Save People Time and Money During COVID-19 and Beyond

TORONTO — The Ontario government released an action plan to make government services simpler, easier to use, and more convenient and accessible during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Ontario Onwards: Ontario's COVID-19 Action Plan for a People-Focused Government includes more than 30 projects that will improve the way people and businesses interact with government, saving them both time and money.

Details were provided today by Premier Doug Ford and Peter Bethlenfalvy, President of the Treasury Board and Chair of the Future State Modernization Committee, a newly established Cabinet committee working to bring major changes to the functions of government in response to COVID-19.

"From the big banks down to family-owned restaurants, Ontario's business owners have had to adapt to meet the needs of customers during COVID-19, and government is no exception," said Premier Ford. "The fight against COVID-19 has accelerated our progress to bring more government services online, reduce the amount of paperwork and red tape for individuals and businesses, and ensure we can procure supplies more efficiently, whether it's personal protective equipment or online learning tools for students."

The Action Plan is a roadmap to make public sector services more customer-focused and digital- and data-driven, while increasing the speed of government operations and decision-making. Through it the government is focusing on:

 Making government services more digitally accessible, such as providing new and improved digital health solutions to frontline care personnel, so they can rapidly and securely access a patient's health records from anywhere and from any device.  Reducing red tape and simplifying policies while protecting public health and safety, such as reducing barriers to development and construction approval by allowing a digital application process to get shovels in the ground faster on transit and housing projects.  Improving government purchasing by leveraging the combined bulk-buying power of the province, while taking advantage of the world-class capabilities of local Ontario businesses, to transform how the government purchases

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Making Government Services More Conven...Page 68 of 89 goods and services, so the province can have the supplies it needs.  Creating more responsible and flexible public services, such as re-designing core internal processes or permit applications, so citizens can get what they need faster and easier, such as driver's licences and health cards.

"The world has changed, and government must change with it. Building on what we've learned, we are undertaking an across-the-board modernization of the entire government," said Minister Bethlenfalvy. "This includes major efforts to expand the range of programs and services available online and simplify the government's role in people's lives and their businesses. Our aim is to put the people at the center of everything we do."

One of the projects identified in the Action Plan is developing a digital identity, based on digital wallet technology. Starting in January 2021, the government will consult with industry on how the province could introduce a secure digital identity for Ontarians by the end of 2021, allowing citizens to safely verify their identity, online or in person. A digital identity will make life easier and more convenient, while protecting people's data and helping to combat identity fraud. For example, using a digital identity:

 A senior could check in to a doctor's appointment online. This touchless registration would support COVID-19 safety protocols;  A small business owner could cut through red tape by registering for licences and permits and opening accounts online; or  A student could skip a trip to the bank to open their first account by verifying their ID online.

More details about each of the projects are included in the Action Plan and will be announced in the coming weeks and months.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

 Support for Ontario Onwards: Ontario's COVID-19 Action Plan for a People-Focused Government

 Ontario Onwards: Digital Identity Project

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 For more information on the Action Plan, please visit ontario.ca/onwards.

 Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect the people of Ontario from COVID-19.

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Making Government Services More Conven...Page 69 of 89 CONTACTS

Ivana Yelich Premier’s Office [email protected]

Sebastian Skamski Minister Bethlenfalvy’s Office 416 728-1159 [email protected]

Silvia Cheng Communications Branch 647 205-0249 [email protected]

Office of the Premier http://www.ontario.ca/premier

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From: Ontario News Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 10:16 AM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Extends COVID-19 Orders to Protect the Public

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Ontario Extends COVID-19 Orders to Protect the Public

October 20, 2020

Dance classes with conditions allowed in areas under modified Stage 2 regulations

TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is extending most orders currently in force under the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020 (ROA). This extension will be in effect until November 21, 2020 to ensure the government continues to have the necessary tools to contain the spread of COVID-19.

"With the cold and flu season upon us and the continuing high number of COVID-19 cases in certain parts of the province, it's critical we continue to take the necessary steps to protect the health and safety of Ontarians," said Solicitor General Sylvia Jones. "We have renewed the majority of orders to ensure we have the tools in place to address any urgent public health situations and support the continued delivery of critical services."

Orders in effect under the ROA have been extended by 30 days with the following exceptions:

 Electricity Price for Regulated Price Plan (RPP) Consumers has only been extended until October 31, 2020. Beginning November 1, 2020, time of use customers will have the option of choosing between time of use electricity rates or tiered pricing.  Access to Personal Health Information by Means of the Electronic Health Record will expire on October 22, 2020 as changes to the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004, that recently came into force, make the order unnecessary.

Ontario is also amending emergency orders for regions under modified Stage 2 regulations (Toronto, Ottawa, York and Peel Regions) to clarify that classes delivered for the purpose of teaching or training amateur or professional dancers in dance techniques are permitted to operate provided specified conditions are met. This change to the regulation recognizes that dance styles such as ballet, hip hop, and ballroom, can still be taught and practised safely when certain

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Extends COVID-19 Orders to Protect the...Page 71 of 89 public health measures are followed, similar to other permitted activities, such as cheerleading and gymnastics. Dance classes that do not meet the specified criteria (e. g. a Zumba class) would not be permitted.

Additionally, regulations Rules for Areas in Stage 2 and Rules for Areas in Stage 3 have been amended to remove restrictions on in-person teaching and instruction for fire departments. The amendments, similar to what is currently in place for police training, are critical for public safety and the safety of fire department personnel.

The ROA came into force on July 24, 2020 to ensure important measures remained in place after the provincial declared emergency came to an end. Under the ROA, orders can be extended for up to 30 days at a time. The government will review all orders continued under the ROA and report on order extensions to the Select Committee on Emergency Management Oversight.

The list of orders under the ROA that have been extended can be found online on the Government of Ontario's website.

QUICK FACTS

 The ROA allows certain orders to be amended, subject to criteria, and does not allow new orders to be created.

 The ROA requires the Premier to table a report on any amendments or extensions of any orders within 120 days after the first anniversary of the act coming into force.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Learn more about A Framework for Reopening our Province

 Download the COVID App to help stop the spread of COVID-19

 See how your organization can help fight COVID-19

 Information and advice to help your business navigate the economy during COVID-19

 Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect Ontarians from COVID-19

CONTACTS

Stephen Warner Solicitor General’s Office [email protected]

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Ministry of the Solicitor General http://www.ontario.ca/mcscs

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From: Ontario News Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 3:27 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Protects Workers, Volunteers and Organizations Who Make Honest Efforts to Follow COVID-19 Public Health Guidelines and Laws

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Ontario Protects Workers, Volunteers and Organizations Who Make Honest Efforts to Follow COVID-19 Public Health Guidelines and Laws

October 20, 2020

Proposed Legislation Will Still Allow for Legal Action Against Intentional Misconduct and Gross Negligence

TORONTO — The Ontario government is introducing the Supporting Ontario's Recovery Act, 2020, that if passed, will provide liability protection for workers, volunteers and organizations that make an honest effort to follow public health guidelines and laws relating to exposure to COVID-19. At the same time, it will maintain the right of Ontarians to take legal action against those who willfully, or with gross negligence, endanger others.

“After listening to the concerns of Ontarians, we want to ensure people can seek redress against gross negligence, intentional misconduct and bad actors who fail to make an honest effort to follow COVID-19 guidance and laws,” said Attorney General Doug Downey. “We are also providing protection to the hard-working women and men who make essential contributions to our communities, from frontline health care workers to people coaching minor sports teams, to those keeping our supply chain moving, to people volunteering at the local food bank or those simply showing up for work each day despite the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19.”

If passed, the Supporting Ontario's Recovery Act, 2020 will provide targeted protection for those who are making an honest effort to follow public health guidelines and laws, including:

 Healthcare workers and institutions;  Frontline workers who serve the public everywhere from grocery stores to restaurants and retail stores;  Businesses and their employees;  Charities, non-profit organizations; and  Coaches, volunteers and minor sports associations.

“The proposed legislation would ensure Ontarians, who are contributing to the recovery of our province and make good

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Protects Workers, Volunteers and Organ... Page 74 of 89 faith efforts to follow public health guidance and laws on COVID-19, are not discouraged from making a difference in their communities because they are afraid of civil liability,” said Attorney General Downey.

The proposed changes will also ensure court resources are used where they are needed most: to hold accountable bad actors who ignore public health guidance and laws or act with gross negligence.

QUICK FACTS

 British Columbia and Nova Scotia have legislation in place to help protect workers supporting communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

 “Good faith” is the standard commonly used in existing Ontario immunity provisions, meaning an honest effort to act in accordance with applicable public health guidance and laws relating to COVID-19.

 The proposed legislation also includes changes to the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 that would remove the option to use ranked ballots for municipal council elections, making the electoral process consistent across municipal, provincial and federal elections.

CONTACTS

Nicko Vavassis Minister’s Office [email protected]

Brian Gray Communications Branch 416-326-2210 [email protected]

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From: Ontario News Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2020 4:03 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Takes Action to Reduce Plastic Pollution in the Great Lakes

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Ontario Takes Action to Reduce Plastic Pollution in the Great Lakes

October 22, 2020

Province invests in the largest initiative of its kind in the world to tackle plastic pollution

TORONTO — The Ontario government is providing Pollution Probe with $375,000 to collect plastic waste from marinas around the province using innovative plastic-capture technology. This will be the largest initiative of its kind in the world to tackle plastic pollution in provincial lakes and waterways. Every year an estimated 22 million pounds of plastic pollution end up in the Great Lakes.

Today's announcement was made at the Toronto Zoo by Jeff Yurek, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, as part of Waste Reduction Week.

"Our government is committed to protecting our water resources and Great Lakes, and that includes tackling the millions of pounds of plastic pollution that enter our province's waterways each year," said Minister Yurek. "That is why I am proud to support this important initiative with Pollution Probe, which will help safeguard our precious water resources and the ecosystems that depend on them, for future generations."

Pollution Probe is installing two types of plastic capture technologies: Seabins and LittaTraps to help capture litter and plastic pollution in up to 12 marinas throughout the province, including:

 The Harbour West Marina and Cobourg Marina on Lake Ontario  The Erieau Marina on Lake Erie  Mitchell's Bay Marine Park on Lake St. Clair  The Bridgeview Marina and Sarnia Bay Marina on Lake Huron  The South Bay Cove, Hindson Marina, Point Pleasant Marina and the Township of Georgian Bay on Georgian Bay/Lake Huron

The Seabin can collect over eight pounds of waste each day including microplastics, larger plastic items like water bottles,

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Takes Action to Reduce Plastic Polluti... Page 77 of 89 food wrappers and other floating debris. Littatraps are installed inside storm drains to catch waste before it enters the waterway.

As part of its funding agreement with the province, Pollution Probe will analyze the types and amounts of waste collected and publicly share the results to help increase awareness of plastic pollution and its proper disposal.

"Pollution Probe is pleased to welcome the Government of Ontario to the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup," said Christopher Hilkene, CEO of Pollution Probe. "With the province's support we are creating the largest initiative of its kind in the world to tackle plastic pollution in our waters. The technologies we are deploying will clean plastic and other debris from the Great Lakes and what we collect will contribute to important research that will fill knowledge gaps and support effective policy decisions. The Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup will also play an important role in empowering people to take action in their communities."

The Toronto Zoo is also collaborating with Pollution Probe on the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup initiative. The installation of the Seabin and Littatrap at the Toronto Zoo will help to further raise awareness of plastic pollution in waterways.

"A key role of the Toronto Zoo is helping raise awareness of the many threats to our natural world and the challenges that animals who call it home face. We are excited to participate in the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup initiative to ensure more people know about these issues and have tools to help be part of the solution," said Dolf DeJong, CEO of the Toronto Zoo.

Ontario's investment in plastics capture technology is in addition to the $7.47 million the province recently announced to support 65 projects that address a variety of environmental challenges facing the Great Lakes, such as increased levels of pollutants, excess nutrients and rising levels of invasive species.

QUICK FACTS

 Seabin devices are trash skimmers that move up and down with the natural flow of open water to collect floating debris on the water’s surface.

 Each LittaTrap can collect debris over five millimetres in size.

 Data from volunteer beach cleanups show that typically more than 80 per cent of litter along the shorelines of the Great Lakes is comprised of plastics.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Learn about the Great Lakes and the 65 projects the province is funding to improve the health of the Great Lakes

 Learn how to apply for a grant from the Great Lakes Local Action Fund

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Takes Action to Reduce Plastic Polluti... Page 78 of 89  Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan

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Andrew Buttigieg Minister’s Office 437-224-4599 [email protected]

Gary Wheeler Communications Branch 416-314-6666 [email protected]

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks http://www.ontario.ca/mecp

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From: Ontario News Sent: Monday, October 26, 2020 1:24 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario to Release 2020 Provincial Budget on November 5

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Ontario to Release 2020 Provincial Budget on November 5

October 26, 2020

Government Priorities Will Be Health Care, Supporting People, and Economic Recovery

TORONTO — The Ontario government will release its 2020 Budget on Thursday, November 5, 2020. It will focus on protecting the health and safety of the people during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing much-needed supports to families, workers, and employers, and laying the foundation for future growth, renewal and economic recovery.

Details were provided today by Premier Doug Ford, Rod Phillips, Minister of Finance, and Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health.

"To start us down the road to recovery, we need a healthy workforce. That's why we have put the health and safety of every Ontarian first during this pandemic," said Premier Ford. "Getting people back to work, creating more jobs and attracting investment are also important priorities for our government. The upcoming Budget will strike a balance that will focus on continuing to protect everyone's health and safety, while creating the right conditions for our economic recovery."

The Budget will build on Ontario's Action Plan: Responding to COVID-19, which was updated this summer to make available a projected $30 billion in response to the global pandemic.

"The next phase of Ontario's Action Plan will make available every necessary resource to continue to protect people's health during the second wave of COVID-19 and beyond," said Minister Phillips. "It will also expand the support our government has provided to those still facing financial hardship due to the pandemic, including families, workers, vulnerable people, seniors and employers."

Since releasing Ontario's Action Plan in March, Ontario businesses, families, and workers have benefited from initiatives put forward by the government:

 Providing relief to over 63,000 small business tenants through the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program (CECRA).  More than 19,000 emergency supplies leads have been converted into more than $880 million in purchases of

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario to Release 2020 Provincial Budget on N... Page 80 of 89 critical supplies and equipment to support staff on the front lines, including 148 million masks, 439 million gloves, and 29 million gowns through the Ontario Together portal.  Providing $75 million for 194,000 seniors by doubling the Guaranteed Annual Income System (GAINS) payment from April to September 2020.  Building domestic capacity to manufacture 10,000 ventilators through an innovative partnership between O-Two Medical Technologies and Linamar and producing 50 million N95 masks annually beginning in early 2021 through a joint federal-provincial investment in a new 3M facility in Brockville.  Saving businesses over $330 million by reducing red tape and the elimination of unnecessary paperwork.  Helping s tudents with six months of Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) loan and accrual relief.

The government has also committed to providing small businesses in modified Stage 2 areas with up to $300 million to cover costs associated with property taxes, electricity and natural gas bills.

"The Budget I will be introducing on Thursday, November 5 will provide a three-year outlook that will build on our government's $30 billion response to COVID-19," added Minister Phillips. "We will get back on the traditional budget calendar with another multi-year update by the end of March 2021 that will outline a plan to return Ontario to a fiscally sustainable path."

QUICK FACTS

 Throughout 2020, the Ministry of Finance has heard from over 8,000 individuals, organizations and businesses as part of numerous consultations, including the Ontario Jobs and Recovery Committee’s consultations and the 2020 Budget consultations.

 To increase transparency given the ongoing uncertainty in the global economy, the government’s Budget will include multiple economic scenarios for Ontario’s economy and finances.

 On October 13, the government released Ontario’s Second Quarter Economic Accounts, a report that details the province’s economic performance from April to June 2020.

 The 2020-21 First Quarter Finances report released in August provided information about Ontario’s 2020-21 fiscal and economic outlook as of June 30, 2020.

 On March 25, the government released Ontario’s Action Plan: Responding to COVID-19 alongside a one-year Economic and Fiscal Update based on the latest economic projections at that time.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Ontario’s Second Quarter Economic Accounts

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario to Release 2020 Provincial Budget on N... Page 81 of 89  Ontario’s Action Plan: Responding to COVID-19

 Ontario Releases 2020-21 First Quarter Finances

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Ivana Yelich Premier’s Office [email protected]

Emily Hogeveen Minister Phillips’s Office 647 294-6166 [email protected]

Scott Blodgett Ministry of Finance 416 728-9791 [email protected]

Office of the Premier http://www.ontario.ca/premier

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From: Ontario News Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 1:50 PM To: Jeff Lees Subject: Ontario Launching COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream

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Ontario Launching COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream

October 28, 2020

Over $1 Billion Available to Support Long-Term Care, Education and Municipal Projects

TORONTO — The Ontario government is providing up to $1.05 billion in combined federal-provincial funding through the new COVID-19 Resilience infrastructure stream to build or renovate health and safety related projects in long-term care, education and municipalities. The funding is part of the federal government's Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program and reinforces the commitment of both the federal and provincial governments to protect the health and well-being of individuals and families during the pandemic.

Details were provided today by Premier Doug Ford, Laurie Scott, Minister of Infrastructure, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and Merrilee Fullerton, Minister of Long-Term Care.

"Getting shovels in the ground on new infrastructure projects across the province will be a critical component of our path to long-term economic recovery," said Premier Ford. "Not only will this investment help communities build the necessary infrastructure to keep Ontarians safe and healthy, but these projects will create hundreds of local construction jobs and support local businesses and suppliers. It's a win-win for the home team."

Eligible projects under the COVID-19 Resilience stream will fall under four main categories:

 Community, recreation, health and education renovations (e.g. retrofits, repairs or upgrades to long-term care homes, publicly funded schools and co-located childcare centre facilities, recreation centres or shelters);  COVID-19 response infrastructure (e.g. heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, new builds or renovations to enable physical distancing);  Active transportation (e.g. parks, trails); and  Disaster mitigation, adaptation, or remediation (e.g. flood mitigation).

"Ontario recognizes the flexibility the new COVID-19 Resilience stream will provide to communities and organizations,"

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Launching COVID-19 Resilience Infrastr... Page 83 of 89 said Minister Scott. "We're making it possible for communities to get shovel-ready projects underway sooner so they can kick-start their local economies."

The COVID-19 Resilience stream will deliver:

 Up to $700 million for education-related projects to be nominated and administered by the Ministry of Education;  An allocation-based program that will deliver $250 million to municipalities to address critical local infrastructure needs, including $6.5 million that will be directed toward Indigenous and on-reserve education, through the Ministry of Infrastructure in collaboration with the Ministries of Education and Indigenous Affairs; and  Up to $100 million for long-term care projects to be identified and administered by the Ministry of Long-Term Care.

Eligible projects must begin by September 30, 2021 and be completed by December 31, 2021. Additional details about the COVID-19 Resilience stream and intake opening dates will be available in the days and weeks ahead.

QUICK FACTS

 The Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) is a 10-year, $30-billion federal, provincial and municipal program that provides funding to improve public transit; community, culture and recreation; green; and rural and northern community infrastructure. Ontario is investing $10.2 billion in this program.

 To date, Ontario has nominated 760 projects to the federal government under ICIP, of which more than 390 have been approved.

 The federal COVID-19 Resilience stream has been adapted from ICIP to respond to the impacts of COVID-19. This ICIP stream, delivered through bilateral agreements with provinces and territories, has been designed to help add flexibilities, expand project eligibility and accelerate approvals.

 The COVID-19 Resilience stream will be 80% cost-shared by the federal government and 20% cost-shared by the Province for public infrastructure ― further reinforcing the support being provided to build and renovate health and safety-related projects in long-term care, education and municipalities.

 The Ministry of Education is also investing $1.4 billion in renewal funding, which continues to meet the funding level recommended by the Auditor General of Ontario to preserve the condition of Ontario’s school facilities.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

 Ontario Builds project map

 Visit Ontario’s website to learn more about how the province continues to protect the people of Ontario from

Government of Ontario Re: Ontario Launching COVID-19 Resilience Infrastr... Page 84 of 89 COVID-19.

QUOTES

"According to the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the reopening of schools has been safe, supported by the most comprehensive safety protocol and largest provincial investment in Canada. We are taking a major step forward by investing further in the safety of our schools, including action to improve air quality and renovate schools, so all students remain safe through this pandemic." — Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education

"Modernizing long-term care in Ontario continues to be a key priority of our government. This $100 million funding stream will support minor capital projects and renovations, improving quality of life for our loved ones." — Merrilee Fullerton, Minister of Long-Term Care

"Our government has been working closely with our municipal partners to provide them with the tools and resources they need to help keep our communities safe and functioning. The $250 million investment to municipalities under the COVID-19 Resilience stream will help ensure that our communities have strong, reliable infrastructure that meets local needs and helps them adapt to the new environment." — Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing

"The COVID-19 Resilience stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program will help municipal governments invest in infrastructure improvements that keep people safe and make our communities stronger." — Mayor Graydon Smith, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario

CONTACTS

Ivana Yelich Premier’s Office [email protected]

Sofia Sousa-Dias Communications Branch [email protected]

Christine Bujold Minister Scott’s Office [email protected]

Office of the Premier

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Town of /Ville de Penetanguishene

October 28, 2020

Hon. Minister Stephen Lecce Delivered by Email Only to: Ministry of Education [email protected]; th 315 Front Street West, 14 Floor [email protected] Toronto ON M7A 0B8

Hon. Jill Dunlop MPP Simcoe North 295 King Street, Lower level, Suite 6 Midland, ON L4R 3M5

Dear Hon. Minister Stephen Lecce and Hon. Jill Dunlop;

Re: Support of The Protestant Separate School Board in their appeal to the Province of Ontario (Ministry of Education) in finding a solution to their space problem

At the Council meeting held on October 14, 2020, the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene passed a resolution in support of the Protestant Separate School Board of the Town of Penetanguishene in their appeal to the Province of Ontario (Ministry of Education) to facilitate securing additional space and land to accommodate the growth needs of Burkevale School. The Protestant Separate School Board has identified and has asked the Ministry to help in finding an alternative solution to their original ask. The Council of the Town of Penetanguishene supports the Board in this quest.

Please find enclosed a copy of the above noted resolution. We understand that a meeting is currently being coordinated with MPP Dunlop and the Protestant Separate School Board on November 10, 2020, which I look forward to participating in.

If you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned at 705-549-7453 or [email protected]

Most Sincerely,

Doug Leroux, Mayor Town of Penetanguishene

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Encl. cc: Jeff Lees, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Penetanguishene; Tim Overholt, Supervisory Officer, The Protestant Separate School Board of the Town of Penetanguishene

10 rue Robert St. West/ouest, P.O./C.P. Box 5009 Tel: 705.549.7453 Fax: 705.549.3743 Penetanguishene, ON L9M 2G2 www.penetanguishene.ca

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Committee of the Whole September 9, 2020 (Ratified at the Regular Meeting of Council on October 14, 2020)

MOVED BY: Councillor George Vadeboncoeur SECONDED BY: Mayor Doug Leroux

WHEREAS The Protestant Separate School Board of the Town of Penetanguishene received a rejection to their request for Capital Priority Funding to purchase the disposed land and school on 51 Dunlop Street, Penetanguishene, Ontario from the Simcoe County District School Board;

AND WHEREAS The Council of the Town of Penetanguishene believes the business case provided clear details of the ongoing issues with the current Burkevale School including limited capacity and deficient land size including a 166% enrollment to school size and a land size of 2.08 acres which is below the Ministry average;

AND WHEREAS The Protestant Separate School Board is an equal to other publicly- funded School Authority in Ontario and as such should be offered equal documentation, information and allowances to operate;

AND WHEREAS The Protestant Separate School Board was unsuccessful in meeting with local MPP Jill Dunlop to discuss this opportunity and gain support in obtaining this ideal location for the Town of Penetanguishene’s children and community;

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Penetanguishene supports The Protestant Separate School Board in their appeal to the Province of Ontario (Ministry of Education) to reconsider the Capital Priority Funding request to facilitate securing additional space and land to accommodate the growth needs of Burkevale School and the Mayor be authorized to send a letter on behalf of Council to the Minister and MPP Jill Dunlop indicating Council’s support.

CARRIED. Mayor Doug Leroux

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Letter to The Minister of Education and MPP Simcoe North, Jill Dunlop Re... Page 88 of 89 Friday October 16th 2020

Town of Penetanguishene

10 Robert Street West

Penetanguishene ON L9M 2G2

Attention: Local Council

RE: Letter of Introduction – Sakmet & Matti Homes

Land Developer & Community Builder

Greetings,

We are in the business of Land Development & Home Building in the GTA Ontario area. Our mission is to provide harmonious living space to our homeowners and commercial space to our tenants. The Ontario Government has released statistics showing that housing shortage is continuing to become more scarce in supply. We plan on contributing to the creation of more supply for the Ontario housing market to balance the supply and demand economies of scale in the Ontario Community.

We have developed and built in GTA surrounding municipalities as well such as:

Bowmanville – 4 Mann Street

Whitby – 27 Disney court

Toronto – 29 Statler Avenue

Pickering – 1785 Spartan court

We are also involved in Communities through donations to local sports groups helping/contributing with financial support for team jerseys and practice play equipment to promote social inclusion, mental health for our youth and much more.

We would like to book a meeting with you in person (with Covid19 safety measures) to learn more on how we can be a positive contribution and impact to Penetanguishene.

Looking forward to meeting and connecting with you.

VV.

Vishal Valsadia Y. Nathan Thomas, PQS Matti Homes Inc Sakmet Developments

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