County of Haliburton Finance and Correspondence Committee Agenda Wednesday, November 13, 2019
9:30 A.M. County Council Chambers Page
1. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
2 - 5 Minutes from the October 9, 2019 Meeting
4. ITEMS OF BUSINESS
6 - 12 IT Status Report
CORRESPONDENCE SUMMARY
13 - 163 Correspondence Summary Listing
FINANCIAL REPORTS
164 - 170 Cheque Register for October 2019
171 - 172 Payroll Register for October 2019
173 - 181 YTD Actuals as at October 31, 2019
5. OTHER BUSINESS
182 - 188 Request to Review Property Tax Assistance to Certain Elderly and Disabled Residents
6. CLOSED SESSION
7. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
8. ADJOURNMENT
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County of Haliburton Finance and Correspondence Minutes Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee convened a meeting on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. in the County Council Chambers with the following in attendance:
Council: Councillor Brent Devolin, Chair Mayor Minden Hills Councillor Andrea Roberts, Vice- Mayor Dysart et al Chair Councillor Dave Burton Mayor Highlands East Warden Liz Danielsen Deputy Mayor Algonquin Highlands Regrets:
Staff: Michael Rutter CAO/Clerk Elaine Taylor Treasurer Mike March Director of IT
ADOPTION OF AGENDA Chair Devolin called the meeting to order.
Motion # F 70 2019 Moved by: Councillor Dave Burton Seconded by: Councillor Andrea Roberts Be it resolved that the agenda for the October 9, 2019 Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee be approved.
CARRIED
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST The members did not disclose any pecuniary interest.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes from the September 10, 2019 Meeting
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The draft minutes of the September 10, 2019 meeting of the Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee were circulated to members for approval.
Motion # F 71 2019 Moved by: Warden Liz Danielsen Seconded by: Councillor Andrea Roberts Be it resolved that the minutes of the September 10, 2019 meeting of the Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee be adopted as circulated.
CARRIED
ITEMS OF BUSINESS IT Status Report
The monthly IT department status report was presented to Committee.
Motion # F 72 2019 Moved by: Councillor Dave Burton Seconded by: Warden Liz Danielsen Be it resolved that Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee receives for information the October 9th, 2019 IT department status report.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE SUMMARY Correspondence Summary Listing
Motion # F 73 2019 Moved by: Warden Liz Danielsen Seconded by: Councillor Dave Burton Be it resolved that the Correspondence Listing for the period of September 1, 2019 to September 30, 2019 be received for information by the Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee.
CARRIED
FINANCIAL REPORTS Cheque Register for September 2019
Motion # F 74 2019
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Moved by: Councillor Dave Burton Seconded by: Councillor Andrea Roberts Be it resolved that Haliburton County Council receives for information the staff report on the Cheque Register for September 2019; And further that the Cheque Register for September 2019 with cheques, EFTs and PAPs totaling $965,238.16 be hereby approved.
CARRIED
Payroll Register for September 2019
Motion # F 75 2019 Moved by: Councillor Andrea Roberts Seconded by: Warden Liz Danielsen Be it resolved that Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee receives for information the staff report on the Payroll Register for September 2019; And further that it be recommended to Haliburton County Council that the Payroll Register for September 2019 with net direct deposits totaling $419,845.39 be hereby approved.
CARRIED
YTD Actuals as at September 30, 2019
Motion # F 76 2019 Moved by: Warden Liz Danielsen Seconded by: Councillor Dave Burton Be it resolved that Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee receives for information the staff report on the YTD Revenue and Expenditures as at September 30, 2019; And further that it be recommended to Haliburton County Council that the preliminary YTD Revenue and Expenditures as at September 30, 2019 be hereby approved.
CARRIED
OTHER BUSINESS None.
CLOSED SESSION No Closed Session.
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REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION No Report.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion # F 77 2019 Moved by: Councillor Dave Burton Seconded by: Warden Liz Danielsen Be it resolved that the October 9, 2019 meeting of the Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee now adjourn.
CARRIED
With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:08 a.m.
Certified Correct
Councillor Brent Devolin, Chair Michael Rutter, CAO/Clerk
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County of Haliburton P.O. Box 399 – 11 Newcastle Street, Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0
STAFF REPORT
To: Chair and Members of the Finance & Correspondence Committee Prepared By: Michael March, Director of IT Re: IT Status Report Date: November 13, 2019
Recommendation: That Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee receives for information the November 13th 2019 IT Department Status Report.
Background: The IT Department report is a monthly submission providing Committee chair and members with metrics pertaining to IT including: the status of user generated Help Desk requests; the ongoing status of IT projects; the results of the previous month’s security phishing tests; and performance indicators for the key services at the County and Municipal Administrative offices.
Analysis: Please see attached schedule A for detailed information on the above noted metrics.
Financial Impact: N/A
Reviewed/Approved By: Mike Rutter, CAO
Attachments: IT Department Report - November 13th
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IT Department Report– November 2019
Help Desk Statistics: October 1st – October 31st
Total Incidents: 348
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Mike March, Director of IT – N o v e m b e r IT Status Report
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IT Project Status
Project Status Description Est Due Date Implemented improved security measures on websites Website Security Overhaul Completed November 5th 2019 controlled by County IT Children’s Education System @ Libraries - Researching/testing alternatives for the children’s Completed TBD Evaluation computers at the Dysart and Minden branches Implement hybrid email with key staff migrated to Hosted Email In Progress December 31st 2019 cloud Assisting with Digital Radio implementation for Dysart Digital Radio Implementation - Dysart Awaiting Vendor TBD Fire Dept. and Public Works Researching and gathering information for a key fob Net-Axs System - MH In Progress implementation for MH Lutterworth public works TBD garage Sitemap session completed. Expect to have homepage Haliburtoncounty.ca redesign In Progress March 31st 2020 draft by November 16th. Assisting Highlands East in the roll-out of Microsoft New Finance Application - HE In Progress December 31st 2019 Dynamics Implement EOC specific email accounts, VoIP County EOC Technical Enhancements In Progress November 30th 2019 enhancements, cloud sync of plans and documents Auditing/Logging software In Progress Implementing network auditing software November 30th 2019 VoIP test underway for Cultural Centre, Arena, VoIP Testing – Minden Hills In Progress March 2020 Lutterworth Public Works yard Require replacement of 20 access points throughout Access Point Replacements In Progress December 31st 2019 the County and Municipalities 40 Computers require an upgrade to Windows 10 Windows 7 Decommission In Progress December 31st 2019 before January 2020 support cut off for Windows 7
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Mike March, Director of IT – N o v e m b e r IT Status Report
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Security Awareness Phishing Test Status
The following graph shows our phish-prone percentage for the past 6 months. The purple line is the industry phish-prone percentage for our industry (Government) with a similar user base and program maturity.
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Mike March, Director of IT – N o v e m b e r IT Status Report
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Security Awareness Overall Risk Score
The following metric is provided by our security awareness-training provider (KnowBe4) and is the overall risk score for the County and 4 Municipalities. This risk score is calculated based on the number of failed phishing tests in the past 6 months combined with the percentage of staff who have completed the Security Awareness training.
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Mike March, Director of IT – N o v e m b e r IT Status Report
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Uptime Report for County & Municipal Finance Systems – Oct 1st to Oct 31st The charts below show the monthly uptime for the County and Municipalities Finance systems. The sensor is an aggregate of all of the various systems required for staff to successfully access each Finance system.
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Mike March, Director of IT – N o v e m b e r IT Status Report
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Uptime Report for County and Municipal Admin Offices – Business Hours Oct 1st to Oct 31st
Algonquin Highlands
County of Haliburton
Dysart
Highlands East
Minden Hills Page 12 of 188
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County of Haliburton P.O. Box 399 – 11 Newcastle Street, Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0
STAFF REPORT
To: Chair and Members of the Finance & Correspondence Committee Prepared By: Michael Rutter, CAO Re: Correspondence Summary Listing Date: November 13, 2019
Recommendation: That the Correspondence Listing for the period of October 1, 2019 to October 31, 2019 be received for information by the Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee.
Background: All correspondence received by Haliburton County or sent by the Warden on behalf of Haliburton County Council since the last meeting of Haliburton County Council Finance and Correspondence Committee held October 9, 2019 is included on the summary listing attached to this report.
All correspondence requiring action and any correspondence responding to letters sent by the County Warden is attached to the agenda for review.
Financial Impact: There are no financial implications.
Attachments: October 2019 Correspondence Listing October 2019 Correspondence
Page 13 of 188 Warden County of Haliburton Liz Danielsen
Date of From Subject Matter Action Receipt Requested Items Requesting Action/Response Included on Council Agenda
Correspondence Sent/Received by the Warden
Correspondence Received from Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Available Upon Request- None
Informational Correspondence Included on the Agenda
01/10/2019 AMO Communications AMO Submits report to Attorney General on liability and insurance cost reforms Receive 02/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Strengthening the Transparency of the Tarion Warranty Corporation Receive 03/10/2019 AMO Watchfile Update Receive 03/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Repairing Roads and Bridges to Get People Moving Again Receive 03/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Reducing Red Tape for Agricultural Fairs Receive 03/10/2019 OGRA Call for Nominations – OGRA Board of Directors Receive 03/10/2019 AMO Communications Information for Members: Ontario Gas Tax for Transit Program Review and the Receive Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund 04/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Launches Free Online Drivers Licence Check Service Receive 07/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Joint Statement by the Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Associate Receive Minister of Mental Health and Addictions on Mental Illness Awareness Week 08/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Protecting Jobs Receive 09/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Launches Consultation on New Public Sector Benefits Pooling Model Receive
Page 14 of 188 10/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Supports Farmers with Farmers Market and On-Farm Sales Receive
10/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Names Advisor on Public Health and Emergency Health Services Receive AGENDA ITEM # Consultations 10/10/2019 AMO Watchfile Update Receive 10/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario More Than Doubles Mental Health Funding For Students Receive
Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee – November 13, 2019
Date Action From Subject Matter Received Requested
10/10/2019 OGRA September Board Highlights Receive 11/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Leads National Job Growth in September Receive 15/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Launches Unsolicited Infrastructure Proposals Framework Receive 17/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Providing More Support for Hospitals Receive 17/10/2019 AMO Watchfile Update Receive 17/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Investing $765 Million to Build New Public Safety Radio Network Receive 18/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Red Tape Reduction Ministry Launches New Webpage to Hear Directly from Receive Business 21/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Statement from Minister Yurek on Waste Reduction Week Receive 21/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Statement from Premier Doug Ford Receive 22/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Helping Ontario Food Processors Grow Their Businesses Receive 22/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Boosts the Fight Against Crime with a $6 Million Investment in Police Receive Services 22/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom More Transparent Electricity Bills Coming to Ontario Households Receive 23/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Making it Faster, Easier, and More Affordable to Settle Small Claims Receive 23/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Working to Establish An Official Day of Action on Litter Receive 23/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Launches Building Smarter Government Initiative Receive 24/10/2019 AMO Communications AMO Partners with Barrier-Free Web Solution Provider Receive 24/10/2019 AMO Watchfile Update Receive 24/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Launches Third Data Strategy Discussion Paper on Better, Smarter Receive Government 24/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Investing in Northern and Rural Municipalities Receive 25/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Helping Make Municipalities Stronger Receive 25/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Investing in Green Infrastructure to Help Smaller Communities Receive 25/10/2019 AMO Communications Announcement by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Receive 25/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Announces the Creation of Over 19,000 Child Care Services Receive
Page 15 of 188 25/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Making Businesses More Accessible for Employees and Customers Receive
28/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Building Ontario Together Receive AGENDA ITEM # 29/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Adopts New Animal Welfare System Receive
Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee – November 13, 2019
Date Action From Subject Matter Received Requested
29/10/2019 Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Registry Notice by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Receive Forestry regarding proposal to amend three statutes and make a new regulation 30/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Strengthening the Sustainability of Provincial Agencies Receive 30/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Statement from Minister Smith on Receiving the Autism Advisory Panels Report Receive 30/10/2019 AMO Communications Call for Candidates for the Board of the Municipal Property Assessment Receive Corporation (MPAC) 31/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario taking action to protect the environment and hold polluters accountable Receive 31/10/2019 AMO Watchfile Update Receive 31/10/2019 Ombudsman Ontario October Newsletter Receive 31/10/2019 Ontario Newsroom Ontario Announces Major Program Investment in the Skilled Trades Receive 31/10/2019 Jamie Schmale, MP Re-establishment of Lake Simcoe Clean-Up Fund Recieve
Informational Correspondence Posted on the County Website – None
Other Informational Correspondence Available Upon Request
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Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee – November 13, 2019
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October 1, 2019 AMO submits report to Attorney General on liability and insurance cost reforms
On September 27, the AMO Board approved a submission on joint and several liability entitled, “A Reasonable Balance: Addressing growing municipal liability and insurance costs.” Earlier today, AMO President Jamie McGarvey forwarded the report to the Attorney General, The Honourable Doug Downey for consideration.
Municipal councils are encouraged to endorse the report and its recommendations. The Ministry of the Attorney General has agreed to accept municipal resolutions up until November 1, 2019. Resolutions can be sent to the Attorney General at [email protected] and [email protected] or by writing to:
The Honourable Doug Downey Attorney General of Ontario McMurtry-Scott Building, 720 Bay St, 11th Floor, Toronto, ON M7A 2S9
The report includes seven key recommendations on actions which the government could take to reduce the negative impact of joint and several liability. It builds on previous reports and resolutions submitted in 2010, 2011, and 2014. Please see the report for more details.
AMO t hanks those municipalities that have contributed to the government’s consultation to date. If you have not already done so, please provide a copy of your submission to the AMO President at [email protected] .
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From: Ontario News
News Release
Ontario Strengthening the Transparency of the Tarion Warranty Corporation
October 2, 2019
Executive and Board Compensation will be Posted Annually
TORONTO — Ontario's government is taking action to strengthen the transparency of Tarion Warranty Corporation. This milestone is part of Ontario's plan, announced earlier this year , to transform Ontario's new home warranty program and strengthen consumer protection for new home buyers and owners.
Tarion will now be required to annually post information about the compensation it pays to board members and specified officers of the corporation on its website. The initial web posting will occur by October 15, 2019, for its 2018 compensation information.
"This change will help ensure that Tarion is more transparent for the people of Ontario," said Lisa Thompson, Minister of Government and Consumer Services. "And it aligns with our commitment to strengthen accountability and transparency across government."
The information Tarion must disclose about its officers, by March 31 each year, will include cash compensation, pensions, long-term incentives, and all other compensation, such as perquisites. For board members, Tarion must disclose annual retainers and per diems earned.
"Buying a home is a significant and important financial decision," said Thompson. "This is why our government is putting people at the centre of everything we do as we continue to move forward in transforming Ontario's new home warranty program."
QUICK FACTS
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Tarion has responsibility for administering the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act that was passed in 1976. The act deals with new home warranties, protections and builder and vendor regulation.
New homes built for resale or under contract with an owner must be enrolled in the statutory home warranty program and builders and vendors must be registered with Tarion.
In 2018, 63,009 new homes were enrolled in the warranty program — 53 per cent of which were condominium units. In 2018, 5,563 builders and vendors were registered with Tarion.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
What to know before buying a home
Read the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act
Learn more about the Tarion Warranty Corporation
CONTACTS
Nicko Vavassis Minister’s Office 647-283-2978 [email protected]
Matteo Guinci Communications Branch 416-629-0870 [email protected]
Ministry of Government and Consumer Services http://www.ontario.ca/mgcs
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From: Ontario News
News Release
Ontario Repairing Roads and Bridges to Get People Moving
October 3, 2019
Applications for Province’s Connecting Links Program Now Open
TORONTO - The Ontario government is putting people first by helping municipalities make roads and bridges safer, while ensuring Ontario is open for business and open for jobs.
Applications are now open for the next round of the Connecting Links program for new projects starting in spring 2020. Connecting links are municipal roads or bridges that connect two ends of a provincial highway through a community or to a border crossing.
"We will continue to invest in municipal roads and bridges to keep families safe and support jobs and growth in local communities," said Transportation Minister Caroline Mulroney. "These municipal roads and bridges are vital links that help connect people to jobs and make Ontario a more attractive place to invest and start or expand a business."
The province provided $30 million in 2019-20 to support Connecting Links projects across Ontario. The funding covers up to 90 per cent of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $3 million.
Eligible costs include the design, construction, renewal, rehabilitation and replacement of municipal roads and bridges that run through communities and connect to provincial highways.
QUICK FACTS
Through the Connecting Links program, Ontario helps municipalities repair designated roadways and bridges that connect two ends of a provincial highway through a community or to a border crossing.
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Currently, there are 352 kilometres of connecting links, with 70 bridges in 77 Ontario municipalities.
Connecting Link projects are reviewed based on technical need and safety considerations such as connecting link bridge and road condition, need for repair in the near term and cost effectiveness.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Connecting Links: Eligible Municipalities
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Connecting Links
Connecting Links Application Form
CONTACTS
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Bob Nichols Communications Branch 416-327-1158
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News Release
Reducing Red Tape for Agricultural Fairs
October 3, 2019
Ontario making it easier to celebrate rural traditions
MARKHAM - Ontario is working to reduce red tape for over 500 Ontario agricultural and horticultural organizations in the province.
This fall, the Ontario government will introduce legislation that, if passed, would save organizations and their volunteers time and money by removing burdensome and outdated rules that regulate agricultural and horticultural societies.
"We want to remove unnecessary and outdated burdens for our province's agricultural and horticultural organizations," said Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. "Many local fairs rely on volunteers. By reducing red tape, we will help save these organizations time and money so they can focus on what they do best - promoting rural Ontario and agriculture."
If passed, the proposed changes include giving organizations flexibility and financial savings by removing the requirement to both mail and publish notices of annual meetings. This could reduce compliance costs for all organizations by over $100,000 a year.
"On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Markham and East York Agricultural Society (Markham Fair), we welcome the change to the regulations surrounding our Annual General Meeting," said Todd Silverman, Markham Fair General Manager. "OMAFRA has eased the administrative burden on the society and helped us reduce costs associated with mailings. We welcome the modernization of the Agricultural and Horticultural Organizations Act".
Changes would also remove burdensome and outdated requirements that don't apply to other not-for-profit organizations, such as requiring treasurers to give security for loss or for board members to be personally liable for
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loss. The proposed changes would not impact government grants and tax exemptions available to agricultural and horticultural organizations.
"The proposed changes announced today reduce unnecessary red tape and make it easier for agricultural and horticultural societies to spend their time and resources more effectively," said Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction, Prabmeet Sarkaria. "We're proud to support the celebration and promotion of agriculture and rural life in local communities across Ontario."
Due to the current legislation, many agricultural organizations in towns without a local paper are forced to publish notices of annual meetings. The proposed changes include giving organizations more flexibility by removing the requirement to both mail and publish notices of annual meetings.
QUICK FACTS
There are over 500 agricultural and horticultural associations and societies preserving and celebrating rural way Ontario, such as by hosting agricultural fairs.
Ontario’s first agricultural fair dates back to 1792 in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Organizations Act establishes province-wide direction for agricultural associations and agricultural and horticultural societies.
More information on the proposed changes for agricultural and horticultural organizations is available on the Ontario government website .
These changes would build on the momentum of the Ontario government’s priority to tackle red tape and unnecessary burdens, including the passage of the Making Ontario Open for Business Act in November 2018, and the Restoring Ontario's Competitiveness Act in April 2019.
If passed, the proposed changes will save agricultural societies hundreds of dollars and volunteer hours by allowing notices of annual meetings to be emailed instead of mailed.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Agricultural and Horticultural Organizations Act changes
Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies
Ontario Horticultural Association
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CONTACTS
Avi Yufest Minister’s Office 416-326-3067 [email protected]
Bianca Jamieson Communications Branch 519-826-3145 [email protected]
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs http://www.ontario.ca/omafra
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Nominations are now open for candidates to serve on the Ontario Good Roads Association Board of Directors for a two (2) year term ending February 24, 2022.
Anyone currently serving on Council or employed in a full time capacity with an OGRA member municipality or First Nation is eligible. The OGRA Board of Directors is committed to achieving a diverse leadership team. We encourage women and individuals from diverse backgrounds to put their names forward for these positions.
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October 3, 2019 Information for Members: Ontario Gas Tax for Transit Program Review and the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund
The Ministry of Transportation is surveying municipal governments regarding the Ontario Gas Tax for Transit Program aimed at providing the Ministry with municipal perspectives on how well the Program is meeting its objectives of expanding and improving municipal transit. Municipal input is invited.
Municipal infrastructure funding programs from the provincial and federal governments are critical to the partnership between federal, provincial and municipal governments. These programs help to ensure that municipal governments large and small across Ontario can provide residents with affordable quality infrastructure to improve their lives every day.
Municipal infrastructure funding programs often have important interrelationships that build on one another and changes to one program could affect other programs beyond its scope. This is the case for the Ontario Gas Tax for Transit Program and the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF), complementary funding programs that respond to discrete, but interrelated municipal transportation and other core infrastructure needs.
To help provide feedback to the MTO survey, AMO is providing a report for our members on the evolution of the Ontario Gas Tax for Transit and OCIF programs so that municipal governments are able to consider how these programs work together and with other important infrastructure funds to help municipalities across the province. It is hoped that the report’s considerations and comments will help members
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think about how these programs have evolved to serve the diverse needs of municipalities and residents.
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News Release
Ontario Launches Free Online Driver's Licence Check Service
October 4, 2019
Improvements will make life easier for drivers and businesses
Ontario's government is making it easier for people and businesses to check the status of an Ontario driver's licence by eliminating the $2 fee and modernizing the online Driver's Licence Check service.
"We are putting money back in people's pockets by making it free for Ontarians to check if their driver's licence is valid before getting behind the wheel," said Minister of Transportation Caroline Mulroney. "This is part of our government's commitment to deliver simpler, better and faster services that put people at the centre of everything we do."
The improvements to the online service will make it easier to use, including the ability to easily check a driver's licence by scanning the card on a mobile device. The changes will also reduce burden on businesses by expanding the number of licence checks entered at one time from nine to 100.
"We are making life easier for businesses and helping them ensure their drivers have valid licences to keep our roads safe," said Mulroney. "These improvements are another way our government is helping make Ontario open for business."
"Reducing our regulatory burden is key for making Ontario work smarter for business and better for people," said Associate Minister for Small Business and Red Tape Reduction Prabmeet Sarkaria. "The improvements we are announcing builds on what our government has done to date—like allowing drivers to carry proof of insurance on their smart phones. We're making it easier for Ontario businesses and drivers to ensure that licences are valid, up-to-date, and able to help keep our roads safe."
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The Driver’s Licence Check is an online service for the public and businesses to find out if an Ontario driver’s licence is valid.
In Ontario, vehicle owners are responsible for ensuring that every individual who drives their vehicle has a valid driver's licence.
Visit the Driver’s Licence Check service
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Renew your Driver’s Licence Online
CONTACTS
Barbara Mottram Minister’s Office [email protected]
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From: Ontario News
Statement
Joint Statement by the Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions on Mental Illness Awareness Week
October 7, 2019
Today, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, and Michael Tibollo, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, issued the following statement on Mental Illness Awareness Week:
"Every year, 2.5 million Ontarians experience mental health and addictions challenges. Most of us know friends, family members or colleagues that face these challenges, which can have a serious impact on a person's quality of life. Mental health is a significant health concern in our province, across Canada, and around the world.
This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week in Canada, which coincides with World Mental Health Day focusing on suicide prevention on October 10. It's an opportunity for us to come together to raise awareness about mental health and suicide and to learn more about prevention, resources and community-based supports.
We know how important it is for Ontario families to feel supported throughout their mental health journey by ensuring that services are there to support them, when and where they need them. Our government is making mental health a priority and will invest $3.8 billion over 10 years to build a mental health and addictions system where high-quality services are easier to find and focused on better outcomes for all Ontarians.
By working together, we can better support Ontarians facing mental health and addictions challenges and help prevent suicides. Our government has consulted with hundreds of mental health organizations, frontline staff providing services, hospitals, advocates, experts and people with lived experience to develop a plan to improve mental health services in Ontario. We're continuing to invest more in these important services and we'll continue to listen to the people who are impacted the most.
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During this week, we are encouraging all Ontarians to learn more about mental health and join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #MIAW19 to raise awareness and reduce stigma."
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News Release
Ontario Protecting Jobs
October 8, 2019
Special Protection for Ontario Food Terminal for Decades to Come
Etobicoke — The Ontario government is protecting jobs by naming the Ontario Food Terminal lands as a Provincially Significant Employment Zone — an identification that protects lands that are critically important both locally and to the province for jobs and economic growth.
Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, made the announcement today with Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and Christine Hogarth, Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Etobicoke- Lakeshore.
"The Ontario Food Terminal is a key provincial economic hub," said Minister Clark. "I know many jobs rely on the terminal's success, including farmers, distributors, retailers, grocers and many more."
The Province has identified Provincially Significant Employment Zones as areas that are significant to the provincial economy. Lands in these zones may meet one or more of these criteria:
they play a strategic economic development role locally and provincially they are located near major transportation infrastructure, like highways they support industrial uses that may be vulnerable to conversion for other uses, like residential development, and they have a high concentration of employment or significant employment potential.
"As MPP for Etobicoke-Lakeshore, I know how important the Food Terminal is to our community," said Christine Hogarth. "It is part of our past, and this designation will help secure its future and long-term prosperity for decades to come."
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Provincially Significant Employment Zone lands that are designated as employment areas in official plans cannot be changed from employment uses without provincial approval.
"The Food Terminal's strength is that it provides a central marketplace for all the good things that grow in Ontario," said Minister Hardeman. "Recognizing the Ontario Food Terminal lands as a Provincially Significant Employment Zone will help protect its role as a key economic driver in our agriculture sector."
"Designating the Ontario Food Terminal as a Provincially Significant Employment Zone will help ensure its long-term viability and certainty," said Steve Bamford, Vice-President of the Toronto Wholesale Produce Association. "Committing to the Food Terminal at its current location and as an employment zone will help everyone at the Terminal prosper and grow."
QUICK FACTS
The Ontario Food Terminal is Canada’s largest wholesale fruit and produce terminal and ranks among the top four terminal markets in Canada and the United States by volume of produce distributed (approximately 2 billion pounds annually).
The number of people who rely on the Ontario Food Terminal for employment is estimated to be around 100,000.
Over 5,000 businesses buy produce from the Ontario Food Terminal.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Provincially Significant Employment Zones
Supporting Ontario Food Terminal’s Long-term Success
CONTACTS
Julie O’Driscoll Minister’s Office Julie.O’[email protected]
Conrad Spezowka Communications Branch
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News Release
Ontario Launches Consultations on New Public Sector Benefits Pooling Model
October 9, 2019
Province responding to employer and bargaining agent feedback to explore new system, access economies of scale and save up to $115 million
The Ontario government is working with the broader public sector to manage compensation growth in a fair, reasonable and sustainable way by consulting on a new benefits pooling model for broader public sector (BPS) participants.
During recent consultations with the BPS about how to achieve reasonable public sector compensation growth, both employers and bargaining agents expressed an interest in exploring a centralized benefits pooling model. According to estimates, a fully-realized pooling of benefits model in the public sector could realize up to $115 million in savings by accessing economies of scale, driving cost savings and identifying administrative efficiencies.
"We are a government that listens," said Peter Bethlenfalvy, President of the Treasury Board. "We have consulted with the broader public sector in good-faith and have considered all ideas that have been put on the table. With public sector compensation representing approximately half of all spending, the government is working collaboratively with employers and bargaining agents to protect front-line services, public sector jobs and make Ontario fiscally sustainable."
Consultations will explore stakeholders' needs, find common objectives, define participant parameters, and develop a viable governance framework and strategy for implementation. Participation in any arrangement would be voluntary.
Through benefits pooling, government can spend smarter, address inefficiencies and duplication and make it easier to leverage group buying power.
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Public sector compensation represents roughly half of all government expenditures, totaling $72 billion annually.
The government consulted with public sector employers and bargaining agents in Spring and Summer 2019 to explore how compensation growth can be managed in a way that results in public sector wages that are reasonable and sustainable. Benefits pooling was one such idea that was identified during those consultations.
The government will begin benefits pooling consultations this year. More information on the consultation process will be made available to insured benefits plan sponsors in the coming months.
The government has a track record of success in group buying/benefits pooling. It presently oversees an arrangement with over a dozen BPS employers.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Protecting a Sustainable Public Sector for Future Generations Act, 2019
Ontario Public Sector Consultations
2019 Ontario Budget: Protecting What Matters Most
CONTACTS
Hayden Kenez Minister’s Office 647-282-2815 [email protected]
Kate Vrancart Communications Branch 647-205-0249 [email protected]
Treasury Board Secretariat https://www.ontario.ca/tbs
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News Release
Ontario Supports Farmers with Farmers' Market and On-Farm Sales
October 10, 2019
Local Food Industry Gets a Boost During Agriculture Week
TORONTO - As part of Ontario's Agriculture Week celebration, Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, announced the government's investments in the Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association and Farmers' Markets Ontario, two important organizations that connect farmers with consumers through direct sales experiences.
"We are proud of Ontario's hardworking farmers who grow and sell local food directly to consumers," said Minister Hardeman. "Whether you visit a farmers' market, farm gate or on-farm market to purchase local food, you are supporting our local farmers and Ontario's agri-food industry."
Ontario is home to almost 46,900 farms that grow over 200 agricultural commodities. More than 7,000 farms engage in direct sales with consumers, which is higher than any other province. Foodland Ontario works in partnership with Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association and Farmers' Markets Ontario to promote all the good things that are grown and made in Ontario.
"We look forward to continuing our excellent relationship with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, said Kristin Ego MacPhail, President of Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association. "This funding allows OFFMA to increase awareness and sales of local food at on-farm markets across the province."
"Farmers' Markets Ontario is proud to continue its partnership with OMAFRA and Foodland Ontario to increase public engagement and support for agriculture, local food and rural development," said Catherine Clark, Executive Director of Farmers' Markets Ontario.
The Ontario government supports Farmers' Markets Ontario and Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association because buying local supports the province's farmers, economy and a sustainable environment.
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QUICK FACTS
Ontario is celebrating Agriculture Week from October 7-13, 2019. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook to learn more about this special week.
Visit Foodland Ontario’s Availability Guide to know what is seasonally available in Ontario.
To learn more and find an on-farm market, farm-gate and pick-your-own farms, visit Ontario Farm Fresh Marketing Association .
To learn more and find a local farmers’ market near you, visit Farmers’ Markets Ontario .
Visit MyPick ® for more information on Farmers’ Markets Ontario’s verified local farmer program.
CONTACTS
Avi Yufest Minister’s Office 416-326-3067 [email protected]
Bianca Jamieson Communications Branch 519-826-3145 [email protected]
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs http://www.ontario.ca/omafra
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News Release
Ontario Names Advisor on Public Health and Emergency Health Services Consultations
October 10, 2019
Today, Ontario announced that Jim Pine, Chief Administrative Officer of the County of Hastings and former member of the Board of Directors of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, will serve as advisor for renewed consultations on strengthening and modernizing public health and emergency health services. Pine will play a key role in facilitating productive discussions between the Ministry of Health and public health, emergency health and municipal stakeholders.
"Our government remains committed to working with our partners on modernizing public health and emergency health services," said Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. "Jim will play a key role in the consultation process to determine the best way to deliver these critical services so that we can continue to meet the evolving needs and priorities of Ontario's families. Strengthening both public health and emergency health services is part of our plan to end hallway health care and build a modern, integrated and sustainable health care system."
In his role as advisor to the ministry, Pine will lead consultations that will help inform the design and implementation of the government's reforms to public health and emergency health services. This work will include soliciting input from partners on designing a public health system that is nimble, resilient, efficient and responsive to emerging issues, including ensuring the following:
Better consistency and equity of service delivery across the province; Improved clarity and alignment of roles and responsibilities between the province, Public Health Ontario and local public health; Better and deeper relationships with primary care and the broader health care system to support the goal of ending hallway health care through improved health promotion and prevention; Unlocking and promoting leading innovative practices and key strengths from across the province; and Improved public health delivery and the sustainability of the system.
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"I'm looking forward to hearing directly from different communities across Ontario and giving my best advice on how to improve public health and emergency health services," said Pine. "I am confident that, together, we can identify and implement innovative and modern solutions to long-standing challenges."
Through this process, Ontario will continue to engage with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, boards of heal th, public health experts, Central Ambulance Communications Centres, associations, as well as affected unions and other partners. The consultations will start in the fall 2019 and is expected to conclude in 2020.
QUICK FACTS
The government has been working with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the City of Toronto, and with the Association of Local Public Health Agencies at technical tables since May 2019 to discuss public health modernization.
The government has maintained current cost-sharing arrangements for public health and emergency health services this year. In addition, the government has increased funding by an average of nearly four per cent for land ambulance services for 2019.
Jim Pine has been in municipal affairs for 39 years, working as a chief administrative officer in small municipalities, as a city administrator and most recently as the CAO for the County of Hastings.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Advisor on Public Health and Emergency Health Services Consultations
CONTACTS
David Jensen Communications Branch 416-314-6197 [email protected]
Hayley Chazan Senior Manager, Media Relations 416-726-9941 [email protected]
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October 10, 2019 In This Issue - AMO regulation submission on paramedic services. - 2020 Youth Fellows Program - Open for applications. - AMO Blue Box program update meetings announced. - AMO partners with a Digital Citizen Relationship Management provider. - Municipal health and safety compliance. - Save 15% off Deluxe Canada products. - Long-term care bed expansion - Applications open. - Ontario’s Job Site Challenge is coming. - AMO’s Fall Policy Forum - Registration filling up fast! - ONE Investment fall workshops - Sessions in Orillia, Peterborough & Brockville. - Designing energy efficient projects for BPS institutions. - Career with AMO.
AMO Matters AMO provided a submission to the Ministry of Health about proposed regulation changes to enable new models of care for select 9-1-1 patients which will affect municipal Paramedic Services. AMO’s view is that dispatch must be fixed first and municipal governments need protection from increased liability with provincial funding for training.
As part of AMO’s Youth Engagement Strategy, this fellowship provides three young people the opportunity to connect with the Board, learn more about municipal government and policy, and receive mentorship. Closing date is November 1 - apply today!
AMO and the Continuous Improvement Fund (CIF) is hosting a series of in-person meetings in October and November on Blue Box. For details and to register for a session, click here.
AMO is partnering with Frequency Foundry Inc. to offer members a digital citizen relationship management (CRM) solution that can improve customer service and efficiency. Stay tuned to AMO communications for further announcements about this new partnership.
4S offers training, support, and a digital management platform to ensure municipal governments comply with occupational health and safety requirements. Reach out to 4S, AMO’s partner for health and safety management, for more information on how they can support your health and safety program for 2020 and beyond.
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customizable forms, cheques, print marketing, promo & apparel, and more. This continues AMO’s member discount with the company formerly known as NEBS.
Provincial Matters Following the welcome news from the Ministry of Long-Term Care about the extension of timelines for funding changes while exploring alternatives, the government is also opening up an application process for new long-term care bed expansion. The deadline for applications is January 17, 2020. Further information on the government website.
Calling all municipal governments - Ontario’s Job Site Challenge is coming - Canada’s first mega site program specifically created to attract large scale advanced manufacturing investment projects to the province. It is an important part of Ontario’s auto and advanced manufacturing strategy. For more information, including criteria, contact [email protected].
Eye on Events We are less than three weeks away from our Forum Oct. 24/25 in London. Registration is filling up quickly, so to check out the program and register, click here!
Learn How, What and Why of investing in the municipal sector. Why municipalities need to invest? What are the different investment options available to your municipality? And how the release of the Prudent Investor Standard provides broader investment options. For registration and information click here. Need help? Call us at 416.971.9856 x351.
LAS The Centre for Climate Change Management at Mohawk College is partnering with LAS/Stephen Dixon to offer a 3-day energy efficiency workshop for the BPS on Nov 5, 6 and 7. Learn how to build and apply fundamental energy management concepts in a work environment. Register today to attend one or more days!
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About AMO AMO is a non-profit organization representing almost all of Ontario's 444 municipal governments. AMO supports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipal government as a vital and essential component of Ontario's and Canada's political system. Follow @AMOPolicy on Twitter!
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News Release
Ontario More Than Doubles Mental Health Funding for Students
October 10, 2019
Province announces series of initiatives to deliver front line services
TORONTO — On World Mental Health Day, Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced an investment of nearly $40 million, more than double the funding from 2017-18, to advance student mental health in partnership with education groups. The government also announced that it will permanently fund approximately 180 frontline mental health worker s in secondary schools (social workers, psychologists and psychotherapists) to reduce wait times and improve access to critical services.
"Too many students are struggling with their mental health and well-being," said Minister Lecce. "I am proud to be a member of this government that is applying a compassionate eye to making mental health a priority by more than doubling mental health supports for our kids."
In Ontario, 70 per cent of mental health and addictions issues begin in childhood or adolescence. One in five students in grades 7-12 rate their mental health as fair or poor.
"We will continue working hard to ensure that we provide effective mental health programs and services for Ontario's students," said Michael Tibollo, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions. "Too many families have waited too long for the mental health services they require for themselves, and for their children. By investing in frontline programs and services, we will continue moving forward to create a mental health system in Ontario that fully supports our students."
As part of the government's ongoing commitment to supporting mental health and addiction programming, the Ministry of Education in investing in nine front-line programs with education partners:
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1. $25 million of permanent funding for approximately 180 (FTEs) mental health workers in secondary schools (social workers, psychologists and psychotherapists); 2. $6.5 million to Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board/School Mental Health Ontario to support district school boards; 3. $3 million to well-being and mental health programs through all district school boards; 4. $1.5 million to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Canada; 5. $1 million to Kids Help Phone; 6. $1 million to Roots of Empathy; 7. $250,000 to WE Charity to support the WE Schools program; 8. $245,000 to the Principal Association Projects Service Partners and the Ontario Principal's Council for cyberbullying prevention skills development for school leaders; and 9. $120,000 to White Ribbon for an educator resource focusing on the prevention of sexual exploitation.
"Mental health is a key component of an individual's overall health, so I applaud the government for making these valuable investments," said Katherine Hay, president and CEO of Kids Help Phone. "Today's announce ments will make a big difference in the lives of students and their families."
QUICK FACTS
In the 2019-20 school year, the government has updated the Health and Physical Education curriculum for Grades 1 to 8 to provide students in Ontario with a more comprehensive approach to learning about mental health, including the addition of Social Emotional Learning Skills to support the mental health and well-being of all students.
In the 2019-20 school year, the Ministry of Education will provide $3.2 million to the Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) and NAN organizations for activities that support student transitions, safety and well-being including mental health.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Mental Health Supports in Ontario Schools
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
School Mental Health Ontario
Grants for Student Needs
Priorities and Partnerships Fund
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Alexandra Adamo Minister’s Office [email protected]
Sandra Zeni Communications Branch 437-225-0321 [email protected]
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News Release
Ontario Leads National Job Growth in September
October 11, 2019
Government Delivering on Promise to Create and Protect Good Jobs
TORONTO - The Ontario government is making Ontario open for business and open for jobs, and the results show its economic plan is working.
Statistics Canada announced this morning that employment in Ontario increased by 41,100 in September. Since June 2018, employment in Ontario has risen by 272,400.
"We will continue to ensure that we are creating a stable and competitive business environment where good jobs are created, and employers are given the opportunity to grow and prosper here," said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. "Creating good jobs is top priority for us."
Ensuring Ontario is the best place to invest and do business is a key part of the government's plan to make Ontario open for business and open for jobs. According to the recent Global Location Trends 2019 report by IBM, Ontario is the North American leader in the number of new jobs created based on foreign direct investment (FDI).
"By supporting our job creators and reducing our regulatory and tax burden, we are laying the foundation for a growing economy that will benefit Ontario families and businesses."
QUICK FACTS
Ontario’s Open for Business Action Plan has set a target of reducing the cost of complying with regulations affecting businesses by $400 million annually by 2020 to help business keep, grow and create good jobs.
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In 2019, actions taken by the government will result in savings for businesses of $5 billion.
Ontario is leading a trade mission to Japan and South Korea from October 12-25, 2019, focused on agriculture, automotive, aerospace and other key emerging sectors. The trip will be led by Minister Fedeli, Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Invest in Ontario
Open for Business
CONTACTS
Kwok Wong Communications Branch 647-504-2774 [email protected]
Robert Gibson Minister’s office 647-985-1873 [email protected]
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade https://www.ontario.ca/medjct
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News Release
Ontario Launches Unsolicited Infrastructure Proposals Framework
October 15, 2019
Government Creating New Way for Private Sector to Share Innovative Infrastructure Ideas
TORONTO — The Ontario government is launching a new framework for receiving and evaluating infrastructure proposals from the private sector.
Unsolicited proposals (USP) are proposals to the government that were not requested through an existing procurement.
This marks the first time there has been a formal process for submitting USPs to the Ontario government. Through this new approach, private-sector ideas with the potential to improve public infrastructure and related services will be considered using a consistent and fair process.
"An unsolicited proposal framework is a leading global practice to leverage the expertise of the private sector to develop innovative infrastructure solutions to benefit the people of Ontario and make government open for business," said Laurie Scott, Minister of Infrastructure. "It provides a clear path for industry to share proposals we might otherwise not have developed on our own."
"We will always work hard for the people, but we must acknowledge that government doesn't always have all the answers," continued Minister Scott. "Our new USP framework will ensure we are listening to the people and businesses that build and operate infrastructure in Ontario to find the best ideas and make them a reality."
About The Unsolicited Proposals (USP) Framework
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The program is open for all infrastructure proposals. This includes proposals for transit lines and stations, highways, health care facilities, housing supply projects, energy generation and storage projects and "digital infrastructure" (such as broadband and cellular network expansion).
The Province will focus on infrastructure projects that provide the greatest benefit to the people of Ontario, are feasible from a technical and commercial perspective, align with the government's priorities and provide the greatest value for money for any investment of public dollars.
Potential participants can submit proposals and find more information about the program online at: ontario.ca/proposals .
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Ontario Government's Online Portal for Unsolicited Proposals
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Budget 2019
QUOTES
"The engineering and contractor sectors are involved with infrastructure projects around the world and have ideas for incorporating more innovative approaches. These ideas cannot be effectively generated through traditional procurement processes. Encouraging unsolicited bids will therefore have significant positive implications for infrastructure delivery throughout the province." — Andy Manahan, Executive Director, Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario
"Innovation is vital to improving the quality, value and sustainability of our infrastructure, which underpins our economic prospects and the ability of our communities to thrive. This new online portal will help to connect private expertise, creativity and capital with public infrastructure investment needs while supporting new forms of partnership and engagement, thereby contributing to a more resilient, prosperous future for Ontarians." — Gregory Smith, President and CEO, InstarAGF Asset Management Inc.
"Ontario’s launch of an unsolicited proposals program is a positive step in supporting infrastructure and economic development in the province. These types of programs have been successfully used in other jurisdictions to accelerate the delivery of important new infrastructure by fostering greater creativity in the market. CIBC looks forward to working with the government and infrastructure developers on this initiative as
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more program information is released." — Shariq Alvi, Managing Director, Global Infrastructure and Power, CIBC Capital Markets
"We at Hatch are very excited to see Ontario create a process to receive unsolicited proposals. When you consider the size and scope of the infrastructure challenges governments and communities face around the world, innovation and capacity to implement are critical. The proposed process for Ontario encourages beneficial public outcomes in a clear and transparent manner. We congratulate Minister Laurie Scott and the Ontario government on this important step!" — Michael Schatz, Global Managing Director, Infrastructure, Hatch
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From: Ontario News
News Release
Ontario Providing More Support for Hospitals
October 17, 2019
Increased Investments Part of Ontario’s Plan to End Hallway Health Care
TORONTO — Ontario is taking further action to end hallway health care by making increased investments in the province's hospitals.
Today, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, was joined by Robin Martin, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health, at Casey House to announce an additional investment of $68 million to support small- and medium-sized hospitals across Ontario with their unique situations and funding challenges. This new investment is on top of the $384 million more that Ontario's hospitals received this year as part of the province's 2019 budget.
"Ontario has a comprehensive plan to end hallway health care," said Elliott. "Working with our hospital partners, we are fixing long-standing issues with how hospitals are funded that disadvantaged small- and medium-sized hospitals. We have listened to patients, frontline staff and key stakeholders to determine how we can fix historical inequities to provide financial stability and relief to hospitals, regardless of their size."
This funding includes a province-wide increase in funding of one per cent for 66 small-sized hospitals, 1.5 per cent for 23 medium-sized hospitals and targeted funding to assist with unique situations and historical funding challenges.
"Over many years, the province's hospital funding methodology has significantly disadvantaged medium-sized hospitals and this has affected their stability in recent times," said Anthony Dale, President and CEO of Ontario Hospital Association. "Today's announcement demonstrates significant progress toward addressing this inequity. On behalf of these communities throughout Ontario, we thank Minister Elliott. We look forward to continuing to work with government to improve the funding methodology for all hospitals."
This investment will:
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Help ensure that Ontarians continue to have access to high-quality care; Help put an end to hallway health care; Address sector challenges and previous funding model inequities; Promote the sustainability of hospital operations; and Protect existing core services in communities across the province.
"The ministry is committed to supporting an efficient and stable hospital system," said Martin. "This investment is another example of how Ontario is supporting high-quality and timely access to health care, while delivering on our commitment to end hallway health care."
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Through this investment, Casey House will receive an additional funding of $86,000 this year.
Ontario will invest $27 billion over the next 10 years in hospital infrastructure projects across Ontario, including adding 3,000 new hospital beds.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Improving Health Care in Ontario
Ontario's Government for the People to Break Down Barriers to Better Patient Care
Building a Connected Public Health Care System for the Patient
Hallway Health Care: A System Under Strain
CONTACTS
David Jensen Communications Branch 416-314-6197 [email protected]
Hayley Chazan Senior Manager, Media Relations 416-726-9941 [email protected]
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AMO’s Fall Policy Forum, Still on the Front Lines, is a week away but there is still time to register. Don’t miss remarks from the Honourable Minister of Municipal Affairs, Steve Clarke. Join your colleagues as you learn and think about important matters including; a post federal election round up and implications for Ontario, human resource strategies and important changes and considerations to local health, planning and waste. Register today and see the full program.
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News Release
Ontario Investing $765 Million to Build New Public Safety Radio Network
October 17, 2019
Massive modernization will help thousands of emergency responders save lives
KENORA — Today, the Ontario government announced a key step forward in its commitment to support the work of frontline and emergency responders across the province. The government has selected Bell Mobility to rebuild core components of the aging Public Safety Radio Network (PSRN). The $765 million agreement to reconstruct core infrastructure, replace outdated equipment and maintain the new radio network will help keep communities safe.
"In a crisis, every second counts. Replacing our aging emergency radio network is not only vital to public safety, it's long overdue," said Premier Doug Ford. "Working with our chosen vendors, we're confident this investment will give our first responders on the frontlines access to a reliable, cutting-edge network, so they can do their jobs and keep our families and communities safe."
Under this project, Bell Mobility will:
Build the Land Mobile Radio Network — the network's core infrastructure — as well as support antennas, servers and data centre equipment, which together will provide essential public safety radio coverage across the province; Provide first responders, as well as their dispatchers, with state-of-the-art radio equipment and consoles that enable quick and effective responses in emergency situations; and Provide network and radio equipment maintenance services for a period of 15 years.
Premier Ford and Minister Rickford made the announcement at the Emergency Management Services base in Kenora. The government recognizes the importance of Northern Ontario's contribution to the province as a whole. Investing in the North is investing in Ontario's future.
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"Ontario's frontline and first responders rely on one of North America's largest and most complex public safety radio networks to protect people in the face of emergencies," said Solicitor General Sylvia Jones. "By rehabilitating and advancing the province's radio network, we can improve connectivity and prevent daily service outages that obstruct frontline and emergency responders and put public safety at risk."
This modernization project will ensure Ontario's more than 38,000 frontline and emergency responders — including OPP officers, paramedics and hospital staff, forest fire services, provincial highway maintenance staff, as well as parks, enforcement and correctional officers — can count on the communications infrastructure, network and equipment they need when responding to emergencies.
"The Public Safety Radio Network is an essential piece of our northern community infrastructure that supports emergency and law enforcement services," said Greg Rickford, Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines and Minister of Indigenous Affairs. "The modernization of the radio network is especially important in the North, where communications and first responders must cut through some of North America's most rugged terrain to reach some of our most isolated communities."
Transition to the new network will begin in 2021 and is targeted to be fully operational by June 2023.
"Bell looks forward to providing the Government of Ontario with the next generation of public safety communications technology," said Gary Semplonius, Bell Senior Vice President. "Together, we will equip first responders and other frontline personnel with the advanced communications tools they need to perform their critical role in protecting the safety of Ontarians."
"We're proud to be working with Bell Mobility to build and maintain for 15 years a new mission-critical radio network for the province of Ontario," said George Krausz, President, Motorola Solutions Canada. "The new Motorola Solutions ASTRO 25 ® radio network will provide interoperable communications for the province's government ministries for day- to-day operations and when they need to coordinate a fast, multi-agency response to help keep communities safe."
"Investing in essential communication infrastructure will empower emergency responders to better keep Ontario families safe when and where their help is urgently needed," said Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. "By replacing the aging Public Safety Radio Network with advanced technology, we are providing paramedics, police officers and forest fire services with the essential tools they need to protect and save lives."
"This network is critical to the important work our ministry staff do across the province and particularly in the North," added John Yakabuski, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry. "From our wildland firefighters to conservation officers, these brave professionals do much of their work in remote areas far beyond the reach of mobile towers. This important investment will allow them to rely on this network in their work to protect our natural resources and keep communities safe."
QUICK FACTS
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Ontario's PSRN is one of the largest and most complex public safety radio networks in North America.
The PSRN was last replaced in 1998. The current network is outdated and does not meet the North American open standard for public safety radio set in 2001.
A total of six different procurements are being carried out to support this project.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Ontario's Public Safety Radio Network
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Ivana Yelich Premier’s Office [email protected]
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Red Tape Reduction Ministry Launches New Webpage to Hear Directly from Business
October 18, 2019
Making Ontario work smarter by modernizing regulations and easing burdens on job-creators
TORONTO - The Ontario government has launched a new website that will make it easier for businesses to help make the province open for business and open for jobs by inviting them to submit their ideas on modernizing regulations and reducing red tape.
Prabmeet Sarkaria, Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction, officially launched the new webpage this morning at the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters Annual Manufacturing Conference. The site will provide a simple, straightforward way for businesses to contact the government with their regulatory concerns.
"We want businesses to tell us directly how we can continue to reduce their regulatory burden, and make Ontario work smarter for them, in order to help make them be more competitive and support greater investment in Ontario," said Associate Minister Sarkaria. "The regulatory knot that was stifling business wasn't tied overnight. Untying it carefully and effectively will take time and persistence, and we will get the job done."
The new webpage can be found at https://ontario.ca/page/cutting-red-tape
The Ontario government has taken more than 100 actions to modernize and streamline regulations, reducing overlap with the federal govern ment and municipalities, updating old requirements and simplifying complicated rules.
QUICK FACTS
Ontario’s Open for Business Action Plan has set a target of reducing the cost of complying with regulations affecting businesses by $400 million annually by 2020 to help business keep, grow and create good jobs.
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Since June 2018, employment in Ontario has risen by 272,400.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Open for Business
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Ian Allen Director of Communications, Office of the Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction [email protected]
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade https://www.ontario.ca/medjct
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Statement
Statement from Minister Yurek on Waste Reduction Week
October 21, 2019
TORONTO - Jeff Yurek, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, released a statement today to mark the start of Waste Reduction Week in Canada:
"Waste Reduction Week is an opportunity to celebrate our environmental efforts, encourage innovative ideas and solutions, and help us all to start thinking in a more envrionmentally conscious way.
Ontarians want to play a part in a healthy environment. Unfo rtunately, despite their best efforts for the last 15 years, our waste diversion rate has been stalled at about 30 per cent, meaning 70 per cent of waste materials continue to end up in landfills. There is still more we all need to do to reduce the amount of waste we produce, divert more waste from landfills, and recover its valuable resources.
That's why in our Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan , we committed to moving Ontario's existing waste diversion programs to a producer responsibility model that will promote waste diversion, save taxpayers money, and incentivize producers to redesign products to reduce waste and make them easier to recycle. The Blue Box Program will transition to this model starting in 2023 to address the serious problem of plastic pollution and increase Ontario's recycling rates, making recycling more efficient and consistent.
We are also committed to helping reduce food and organic waste from households and businesses, reducing waste going to landfills or becoming litter, and enhancing opportunities for Ontarians to participate in waste reduction and cleanup efforts.
Throughout this week, our government will be sharing helpful waste reduction tips and resources, as well as updates on the important steps we are taking to address the issue of waste and litter. I encourage everyone to participate in waste reduction efforts, from cleaning up our communities, to donating used clothes, properly sorting recycling, to
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packing a waste-free lunch, we can all play a part in protecting our environment, because as we know, true environmentalism starts with meaningful action close to home.
This week, and every week, let's explore ways to reduce waste in our everyday lives."
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Gary Wheeler Communications Branch 416-314-6666
Andrew Buttigieg Minister’s Office 437-224-4599
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks http://www.ontario.ca/mecp
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Statement
Statement from Premier Doug Ford
October 21, 2019
TORONTO — Today, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement on changes to the Executive Council:
"Our government remains committed to building on the priorities that matter most for the people of Ontario.
To effectively continue with our government's agenda to create good jobs, support small businesses, and implement our plan to build Ontario together, the following changes in Ministerial responsibilities will be made to the Executive Council:
Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries - Lisa MacLeod Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development - Monte McNaughton Minister of Colleges and Universities - Ross Romano
These changes will enhance our government's focus on strengthening Ontario's tourism, culture and sport sectors, and prepare Ontario's workforce for the jobs of the future. I look forward to continuing my work with Cabinet and Caucus to effectively serve the people of Ontario."
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News Release
Helping Ontario Food Processors Grow Their Businesses
October 22, 2019
Date set for funding opportunities for food processors and other businesses
TORONTO - Ontario's government is committed to helping the agri-food sector succeed and opening the province for business. Beginning in November, Ontario food processors and other businesses can apply for cost-share funding under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (the Partnership) for projects to boost innovation, economic development, environmental stewardship and food safety.
The application intake will be open November 4 to 26, 2019. More information including program materials will be available on the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) website by November 4, 2019.
"Our government is committed to helping food processors and other contributors in our agri-food sector to be even more competitive and grow their businesses," said Ernie Hardeman, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. "Investing in these projects will boost innovation, enhance productivity and increase sales for our food processing sector and open the doors to new markets for the incredibly high-quality foods we produce."
Since June 2018, more than 2,000 projects have received commitments through the Partnership to help eligible Ontario farmers, processors, businesses and sector organizations innovate and grow.
QUICK FACTS
The Partnership is a five-year, $3-billion commitment by Canada's federal, provincial and territorial governments that supports Canada's agri-food and agri-products sectors.
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The Ontario agri-food sector supports more than 837,000 jobs in Ontario and contributes more than $47.5 billion each year to the province’s economy.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
The Canadian Agricultural Partnership in Ontario
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
CONTACTS
Avi Yufest Minister’s Office 416-326-3067 [email protected]
Bianca Jamieson Communications Branch 519-826-3145 [email protected]
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs http://www.ontario.ca/omafra
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News Release
Ontario Boosts the Fight Against Crime with a $6 Million Investment in Police Services
October 22, 2019
Proceeds of crime to be reinvested into frontline community safety initiatives
TORONTO — The government is delivering on its plan to build safer and healthier communities by investing $6 million over three years to help police fight crime in priority areas.
Police services across the province, including municipal, provincial and First Nations, are eligible to apply for funding under the Proceeds of Crime — Front-Line Policing (POC-FLP) Grant. The POC-FLP Grant uses assets forfeited by the provincial and federal governments during criminal prosecutions to help the police carry out targeted crime prevention projects in the community.
"When we invest in our men and women in uniform, we get results," said Premier Doug Ford. "The grant is a double blow to organized crime. When our police cut off the resources the crooks use to fund their illegal operations, we take that money and give it back to police services, so they keep fighting crime and keeping us safe."
The POC-FLP Grant will give police services and their community partners the resources they need to stop violent criminals and put them behind bars, with a focus on one or more of the following three key priorities:
Gun and gang violence Sexual violence and harassment Human trafficking
"Public safety is a top priority for this government. We remain committed to providing frontline police and our justice sector partners with the tools they need to do their jobs," said Sylvia Jones, Solicitor General. "Any time we have the opportunity as a society to right a wrong we should seize it, and with this grant program, that's exactly what we are doing."
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This additional investment builds on the government's strategy to combat gun and gang violence across the province.
QUICK FACTS
The $6-million investment will be made over a three-year period from 2020-21 to 2022-23.
The Ministry of the S olicitor General will issue a call for applications to Ontario police services for this grant this week. Successful applicants and projects will be announced in spring 2020.
Police services applying for funding will be required to partner with at least two community organizations from different sectors to encourage multi-sectoral collaboration (e.g., police working in partnership with community agencies to develop and implement a diversion program that helps youth exit gangs).
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News Release
More Transparent Electricity Bills Coming to Ontario Households
October 22, 2019
Ontario making it easier to see the true cost of power
The Ontario government is bringing more transparency to electricity bills for Ontarians. Effective November 1, 2019, electricity bills will show the true cost of power and will include the new Ontario Electricity Rebate.
Under the previous government, the electricity rebate provided to Ontarians was concealed within the price-per- kilowatt-hour line item on electricity statements. This meant customers could not see how much the government rebate was reducing their monthly costs, and bills did not display the true cost of electricity used.
"People deserve facts and accountability, especially when it comes to hydro costs," said Minister Rickford. "That's why our government is delivering on its promise to fix the hydro mess and bring more transparent electricity bills to Ontarians. We've taken action to remove hundreds of millions of dollars in costs from the electricity system, and we continue to work to find more savings."
The new Ontario Electricity Rebate will appear as a transparent on-bill line item and will replace the former government's Fair Hydro Plan. This change comes in response to the Auditor General's special report on the former government's Fair Hydro Plan which revealed that "the government created a needlessly complex accounting/financing structure for the electricity rate reduction in order to avoid showing a deficit or an increase in net debt."
"To our government, transparency is fundamental to fixing the hydro mess. Under the Liberal Government, the unfair hydro scheme hid the true cost of electricity from Ontarians," said Associate Energy Minister Bill Walker. "Our government's straightforward approach puts Ontario families first by giving them the full picture of the actual cost of electricity on their bills and properly accounting for this expenditure."
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Improving transparency with regards to electricity rate relief is part of the government's commitment to respond to the Auditor General of Ontario's recommendations. The cost of the new Ontario Electricity Rebate will be shown in the Public Accounts of Ontario.
Helping ratepayers clearly see the true cost of electricity and the full amount of the Ontario Electricity Rebate as a single line item on their electricity bill is part of the government's plan to restore Ontarians' trust in the energy sector and build a more transparent and accountable electricity system.
"The Electricity Distributors Association commends the government's commitment to making Ontario's electricity bills more transparent," said Teresa Sarkesian, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Electricity Distributors Association. "As the part of our electricity system that is closest to customers, local hydro utilities appreciated the opportunity to work with the government on implementing this important initiative. We worked to ensure that customers who receive their electricity bill will have a clear understanding of the true cost of power and the amount of their on -bill rebate. Local hydro utilities are focused on making electricity more affordable, reducing red tape, and providing customers with a modern and reliable electricity system that works for them."
QUICK FACTS
The average customer will see the electricity line on their bill rise, showing the real cost per kilowatt hour. The new Ontario Electricity Rebate will compensate for that rise, and will be displayed as a separate line item on hydro bills. The average residential bill will rise in line with the rate of inflation.
For customers who receive support from additional provincial programs, such as the Ontario Electricity Support Program, Rural or Remote Rate Protection, Distribution Rate Protection or First Nations Delivery Credit, they will also see a separate message line summarizing the total provincial support on their bill.
Those eligible for the Ontario Electricity Rebate include most households and small businesses, farms, and long-term care homes.
Depending on billing cycles, some residents may see changes to their bill as soon as mid-November.
The government accepted the Independent Financial Commission of Inquiry's recommendation to adopt the Ontario Auditor General's accounting treatment for electricity rate relief formerly provided through Global Adjustment Refinancing under the previous government's Fair Hydro Plan.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Changes to your electricity bill
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Understanding Your Electricity Bill
CONTACTS
Sydney Stonier Minister’s Office 416-314-5199 [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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News Release
Ontario Making It Faster, Easier, More Affordable to Settle Small Claims
October 23, 2019
Government Helping People, Businesses Spend Less on Lawyers, Reduce Time in Court
ONTARIO — Ontario's government is increasing the claim limit for Small Claims Court to make it faster, easier and more affordable for people and businesses to resolve their disputes in front of a judge.
Beginning January 1, 2020, the maximum claim filed in Small Claims Court will increase to $35,000. Currently, all claims over $25,000 must proceed in the Superior Court of Justice — one of the busiest courts in Canada — where litigation can take years and can involve expensive legal representation. In Small Claims Court, cases are often resolved in less than a year and claimants are not required to hire lawyers or other legal help.
"Our government is increasing the maximum claim limit for Small Claims Court to help people and businesses spend less time in co urtrooms and less money on costly lawyer fees," said Attorney General Doug Downey. "As a result of the change, more people will be able to file and respond to claims using less expensive representation, such as paralegals and law students, or through self-representation."
"This represents a great step forward," said Colleen Wansbrough, Second Vice-President of the Ontario Paralegal Association. "These changes will cut down wait times in courtrooms, and give parties more cost efficient representation options such as paralegals. The Ontario Paralegal Association is pleased with the current changes and is looking forward to continuing to work with the Ministry of the Attorney General to improve access to justice."
Wait times in the Superior Court of Justice should also be reduced, as many civil cases that would have started in Superior Court will now go to Small Claims Court. This allows more resources to be applied towards other pressing cases, including criminal and family cases.
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QUICK FACTS
The $25,000 monetary claims limit has been in place since January 1, 2010, when it was increased from $10,000.
The minimum amount of a claim that may be appealed to Divisional Court will also increase from $2,500 to $3,500.
Litigants who started a claim in the Superior Court can seek to transfer their case to Small Claims Court if the claim falls within the monetary threshold.
There are 77 Small Claims Courts across Ontario.
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Ontario Working to Establish An Official Day of Action on Litter
October 23, 2019
First Annual Litter Clean-Up Day will be May 12, 2020
Toronto — Ontario is protecting what matters most and keeping our neighbourhoods, parks, and waterways clean and free of litter and waste by working to establish the province's first official day focused on the clean-up of litter on May 12, 2020.
Jeff Yur ek, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, and Andrea Khanjin, Parliamentary Assistant, were at Innisfil Beach Park today to announce the date for the first annual Day of Action on Litter, as part of Waste Reduction Week.
"By coming together, we can keep our environment free of litter and waste," said MPP Khanjin. "That's why our government is establishing Ontario's first Day of Action on Litter to help keep our province clean and beautiful now and for future generations. We look forward to working with communities to promote environmental stewardship and bring clean-up activities to schools, neighbourhoods and municipalities across the province."
"People in Ontario are passionate about keeping our province's nature and communities litter-free, and our government will continue to support and encourage real environmental action," said Minister Yurek. "We will be working with partners, communities and businesses from across the province to help make this day a success and encourage everyone to participate in local clean-up events. This is an opportunity for all of us to do our part to keep Ontario clean and to raise awareness of the need to reduce how much waste we produce."
Reducing litter and waste in our communities, encouraging meaningful local environmental actions, and keeping the province clean and beautiful are key commitments in our Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan .
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QUICK FACTS
Ontario generates nearly a tonne of waste per person each year.
It is estimated that every 1,000 tonnes of waste diverted from landfill generates seven full-time jobs, $360,000 in wages and more than $700,000 in gross domestic product.
More than 80 per cent of litter collected during volunteer clean-ups along the shorelines of the Great Lakes is plastic.
Ontario is transitioning the Blue Box Program to a producer responsibility model to improve recycling and address the serious problem of plastic pollution and litter.
Ontario posted a discussion paper: Reducing Litter and Waste in Our Communities on the Environmental Registry from March 6 to April 20, 2019 and received close to 18,000 comments, which are currently being reviewed to inform next steps.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Read the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan
Read the Waste Discussion Paper
CONTACTS
Andrew Buttigieg Minister’s Office 437-224-4599 [email protected]
Gary Wheeler Communications Branch 416-314-6666
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks http://www.ontario.ca/mecp
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Ontario Launches Building Smarter Government Initiative
October 23, 2019
Transformational plan will change the culture of government, focus on outcomes and improve customer experience
Ontario is embarking on a variety of large-scale transformative projects, called Smart Initiatives, to better spend taxpayer dollars and protect the sustainability of public services. Speaking at the Economic Club of Canada, President of the Treasury Board Peter Bethlenfalvy announced the plan to build smarter government and ensure it is modern, cost-effective and responsive to the needs of the people of Ontario.
"Our government promised to do things differently - to leverage technology and innovation, respect taxpayer dollars and eliminate inefficiencies. Our Smart Initiatives will build better government that works smarter for you," said Bethlenfalvy. "These Smart Initiatives are high-impact projects that will change the culture of government, ultimately providing better services and increased value for Ontarians. Together, they will help us drive efficiencies and savings for the people of Ontario, building the foundation for a modern, fiscally-sustainable system that truly puts the people at the centre of everything we do, both now, and for future generations."
Together, these Smart Initiatives will:
Help Ontario businesses focus on what they do best - growing the economy and creating jobs; Streamline and modernize services and increase use of digital and shared service models; Use public sector buying power to drive efficiencies and support innovation; and Maximize value of government assets and put them to their most productive use.
Building smarter government is a critical component of Ontario's plan to do governme nt differently. In the coming weeks and months, the government will provide ongoing updates on the progress of the Smart Initiatives and engage across government and the broader public sector to inform the design and implementation of these initiatives. In addition, a
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Smarter Government Task Force has been assembled to provide critical oversight of the initiatives' implementation and ensure they achieve anticipated outcomes.
"Working smarter, bringing the language of business to the business of government and bringing government into the 21st century is an important part of our plan to build Ontario together," said Bethlenfalvy. "By harnessing technology and innovation, working smarter and constantly evaluating efficiency, we will bring real change and achieve higher- quality programs and services for people."
By launching the Smart Initiatives, the government is taking action to build smarter government that is responsive and forward-thinking, while protecting the sustainability of Ontario's public services for current and future generations.
QUICK FACTS
The Smart Initiatives put into action recommendations of the EY Canada Line-by-Line Review and the Planning for Prosperity consultations .
The Smart Initiatives are aligned with the 2019 Ontario Budget , which outlines the Province’s path to a balanced budget to protect critical public services such as health care and education.
Last year, the Ontario government held extensive online consultations with the public and the Ontario Public Service to hear how the province can improve value for taxpayer dollars, eliminate inefficiencies and duplication and provide higher-quality public services.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Minister Bethlenfalvy's Remarks at the Economic Club of Canada
Smart Initiatives
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Ontario.ca/smart
Managing Transformation: A Modernization Action Plan for Ontario
CONTACTS
Sebastian Skamski Minister’s Office
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Kate Vrancart Communications Branch 647-205-0249 [email protected]
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October 24, 2019 Press Release
For Immediate Release
AMO Partners with Barrier-Free Web Solution Provider
October 24, 2019 – Toronto, Ontario - The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is partnering with eSolutionsGroup (eSolutions) to offer AMO members cost-effective website solutions that meet accessibility requirements and ensure that all members of the community can access information and online municipal services that they need.
eSolutions is an industry leader in providing AODA and WCAG 2.0 accessible and responsive digital solutions. With a team of more than 80 dedicated staff members proven in project management, they are committed to providing a professional, structured and fulfilling client experience. With more than 350 public sector clients across North America and 20 years of experience and expertise, eSolutions keeps citizens connected with their governments.
“A quality, accessible website is the face of the municipalit y and important to engaging and serving the public effectively,” said AMO President Jamie McGarvey. “AMO supports an inclusive and accessible approach to online information and services so that all residents benefit from the convenience and ease of these platforms. Our research found that eSolutions’ approach and templates for building barrier-free websites has been serving Ontario municipalities well for years.”
Since the 2017 release of #OnMuni Online: Towards Digital Transformation and Opportunities for Ontario’s Municipal Governments, AMO has been partnering with
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leading solution providers to offer scalable, affordable, and easy -to -use technologies to help members find ways to be more efficient and reduce costs.
"Ontario is our home. It's where we operate and where we've grown relationships with some of our closest partners. Being deeply familiar with the Ontario digital landscape has allowed us to help municipalities better serve their citizens through efficient, centralized solutions and services," said Karen Mayfield, President of eSolutionsGroup. "We develop our products and services alongside our clients, so we understand the unique pain points and pressures that come with local governance. Our team is proud to earn the trust of our public institution partners and we don't take that confidence lightly. We're honoured to partner with AMO and continue to evolve our offerings."
AMO has been actively engaging with municipal governments on their needs and experience with website development. Following a survey and more in-depth consultation with members, eSolutions was selected as an AMO preferred partner for website development. AMO is committed to an accessible Ontario by 2025 and considers municipal governments to be at the forefront of efforts to creating accessible communities for their residents.
About AMO – AMO is a non-profit organization representing almost all of Ontario’s 444 municipal governments. AMO supports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipal government as a vital and essential component of Ontario and Canada’s political system.
About eSolutionsGroup, a GHD Company – eSolutions is an award-winning, privately held consulting firm based in Waterloo, Ontario with accompanying offices in Ottawa and Toronto. eSolutions is a division of GHD, the world’s leading professional services company operating in global markets. GHD employs more than 10,000 people in 200 offices in 135 countries. eSolutions' clients include municipalities, governments, public sector organizations, non-profit organizations and businesses. Driven by a client-service led culture, we connect the knowledge, skill and experience of our people with innovative practices, technical capabilities and robust systems to create lasting community benefits.
Learn more about the company at www.esolutionsgroup.ca and www.ghd.com
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October 24, 2019 In This Issue - Register today for upcoming Blue Box meetings. - 2020 Youth Fellows Program - Deadline for applications is November 1. - AMO partners with barrier-free web solution provider. - Municipal health and safety compliance. - Save 15% off Deluxe Canada products. - FCM scholarships for young women. - ONE Investment fall workshops - Upcoming in Peterborough & Brockville. - LAS Blog: Natural Gas Program price change notice. - Explore cooperative purchasing with LAS. - Designing energy efficient projects for BPS institutions. - County of Lennox & Addington resolution concerning Lake Ontario levels. - Career with Town of Goderich.
AMO Matters AMO and the Continuous Improvement Fund (CIF) are hosting a series of FREE in-person meetings in October and November on Blue Box. For details and to register for a session, click here.
As part of AMO’s Youth Engagement Strategy, this fellowship provides three young people the opportunity to connect with the Board, learn more about municipal government and policy, and receive mentorship. Closing date is November 1 - apply today!
AMO is partnering with eSolutionsGroup to offer members cost-effective website solutions that meet accessibility requirements and ensure that residents can access information and online municipal services. Stay tuned to AMO communications for further details about this new partnership.
4S offers training, support, and a digital management p latform to ensure municipal governments comply with occupational health and safety requirements. Reach out to 4S, AMO’s partner for health and safety management, for more information on how they can support your health and safety program for 2020 and beyond.
Enter promotion code 63647 when ordering and save 15% on Deluxe Canada products including customizable forms, cheques, print marketing, promo & apparel, and more. This continues AMO’s member discount with the company formerly known as NEBS.
Federal Matters FCM's Canadian Women in Municipal Government Scholarship and the Mayor Andrée P. Boucher
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Memorial Scholarship applications are available for young women in high school, CEGEP, university and college. FCM has established the two scholarships to support young women who demonstrate leadership and interest in local government, and to encourage others to get involved in their community. Deadline: January 10, 2020.
Eye on Events ONE Investment workshops: Learn What, Why and How of investing in the municipal sector. What are the different investment options available to your municipality? Why municipalities need to invest. And how the release of the Prudent Investor Standard provides broader investment options. For registration and information click here. Need help? Call us at 416.971.9856 x351.
LAS LAS Blog: Natural gas pricing has been announced for the 2019-2020 period. Check out the LAS Blog for full details.
If your municipality allows for cooperative purchasing, then why not explore LAS’ Municipal Group Buying Program. Join the growing number who get preferred pricing on everything from pens to fire trucks! Contact Ainsley or Tanner to learn more!
The Centre for Climate Change Management at Mohawk College is partnering with LAS/Stephen Dixon to offer a 3-day energy efficiency workshop for the BPS on Nov 5, 6 and 7. Learn how to build and apply fundamental energy management concepts in a work environment. Register today to attend one or more days!
Municipal Wire* The County of Lennox & Addington resolution supports the Mayors & Reeves in the surrounding areas, to insist that the IJC Plan 2014 be altered to lower Lake Ontario and tributary levels to a point where flooding is eliminated.
Careers Chief Administrative Officer - Town of Goderich. Application Deadline: 4:00 p.m., November 5, 2019 . To learn more about this leadership opportunity, please visit Goderich Career Opportunities. Please email a cover letter and resume in one PDF document to [email protected] or, mail or drop off to the following address: Town of Goderich – Attention: Human Resources, 57 West St., Goderich, Ontario N7A 2K5. Phone: 519.524.8344.
About AMO AMO is a non-profit organization representing almost all of Ontario's 444 municipal governments. AMO supports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipal government as a vital and essential component of Ontario's and Canada's political system. Follow @AMOPolicy on Twitter!
AMO Contacts AMO Watch File Tel: 416.971.9856 Conferences/Events Policy and Funding Programs LAS Local Authority Services MEPCO Municipal Employer Pension Centre of Ontario ONE Investment Media Inquiries Tel: 416.729.5425 Municipal Wire, Career/Employment and Council Resolution Distributions
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Ontario Launches Third Data Strategy Discussion Paper on Better, Smarter Government
October 24, 2019
Government seeking input to build better data management, skills and sharing
Ontario's government has released its final discussion paper to support the development of the province's Data Strategy. This third paper, entitled "Better, Smarter Government ", focuses on how government can manage and share data more effectively. It also explores how government can build data skills and talent among its employees, so that they can deliver better services.
"The world around us is changing rapi dly. We need to be equipped with the proper skills, experience and knowledge for today's digital world," said Lisa Thompson, Minister of Government and Consumer Services. "That's why our government is rethinking the outdated laws that prevent us from managing and sharing data effectively. We are also finding better ways to build the data skills of government employees, while respecting the taxpayer."
Last month, the government released its second discussion paper: Creating Economic Benefits . That paper explored how the government can enable firms to develop data-driven business models and leverage the commercial value that data can offer.
Public consultations on the second and third discussion papers will be held in November in communities across Ontario. These include:
Stratford on Friday, November 1
Ottawa on Tuesday, November 5
Peterborough on Friday, November 8
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Sarnia on Tuesday, November 12
Sault Ste. Marie on Friday, November 15
The insights from these consultations will help shape Ontario's Data Strategy — the first of its kind in Canada.
"Our government aims to provide more efficient government services for people and businesses. We also aim to leverage the potential of the digital and data economy while protecting individuals' privacy," said Thompson. "To achieve these goals, we need to hear from industry experts and the people of Ontario. We want to better understand how we can break down institutional barriers to create an innovative, data-driven government. The insights gathered through this new discussion paper, and our related public consultations, will help us to fundamenta lly transform the way government operates — enabling us to be a smarter government."
Ontarians can take part in online conversations about these issues, and register for in-person consultations, through the EngageON platform at engage.ontario.ca . Feedback will be collected until November 29, 2019.
QUICK FACTS
In Spring 2019, the government created a Digital and Data Task Force of experts to advise on key digital and data-related issues.
The new Simpler, Faster, Better Services Act mandates that all new Government of Ontario digital services be designed with data collection and management as a priority from the start. This will help ensure that government data collection is standardized, open-sourced, and easier to share.
On July 31, 2019, the government launched the EngageON platform so that anyone in Ontario can take part in an online dialogue about important initiatives or register for various in-person public engagement opportunities taking place across the province.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Third Discussion Paper: Better, Smarter Government
Second Discussion Paper: Creating Economic Benefits
First Discussion Paper: Promoting Public Trust and Confidence
Join the Conversation About Data Rights
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CONTACTS
Nicko Vavassis Minister’s Office 647-283-2978 [email protected]
Matteo Guinci Communications Branch 416-629-0870 [email protected]
Ministry of Government and Consumer Services http://www.ontario.ca/mgcs
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Ontario Investing in Northern and Rural Municipalities
October 24, 2019
Municipalities Receive Provincial Funding Allocations Earlier Than Ever Before
TORONTO — Ontario's government is listening to municipalities and delivering on its commitment to maintain the structure of the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) for the 2020 municipal budget year.
Next year, the Province will invest $500 million in 389 municipalities across Ontario through the OMPF , which is the Province's main general assistance grant to municipalities. The program primarily supports northern and rural communities. This funding can be used for local priorities, to support the specific needs of each community.
"Municipalities told us that they need information early to plan their budgets, and we listened. That's why we're announcing the allocations for the 2020 OMPF today — the earliest they have ever been announced," said Rod Phillips, Minister of Finance. "Today, we are confirming that building strong local partnerships with municipalities is an important part in our plan to build Ontario together."
This news fulfils a commitment made by Premier Doug Ford during the Association of Municipalities of Ont ario's annual conference in August to maintain the structure of the OMPF program for 2020.
QUICK FACTS
The main objectives of the OMPF are to:
o recognize the challenges of northern and rural municipalities, while targeting funding to those with more challenging fiscal circumstances
o support areas with limited property assessment, and
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o assist municipalities that are adjusting to year-over-year funding changes.
For 2020, the government is maintaining the OMPF structure as it was in 2019, while allowing for annual data updates and adjustments.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund
CONTACTS
Emily Hogeveen Minister’s Office 647-294-6166 [email protected]
Scott Blodgett Communications Branch 416-728-9791 [email protected]
Ministry of Finance http://www.ontario.ca/finance
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Ontario Helping Make Municipalities Stronger
October 25, 2019
Dedicated funds will drive efficiencies and strengthen local service delivery
TORONTO ― Ontario is providing up to $143 million to municipalities to help them lower costs and improve services for local residents over the long term. Funding will be available to all 444 municipalities so they can find smarter, more efficient ways to operate and focus spending on vital programs and services for Ontarians.
Municipalities deliver a wide range of services that people rely on every day, like transit, water and wastewater, and parks and recreation.
"Municipalities are the level of government closest to the people, but every community is different - one size doesn't fit all," said Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. "This investment in communities will support municipal transformation efforts to make sure they are delivering efficient, effective and modern services that best meet the unique needs of their residents."
Our government is working in partnership with municipalities to ensure that taxpayers' dollars are respected. Earlier this year, the government conducted a review of Ontario's eight regional governments and Simcoe County. Over 8,500 submissions were received and the Special Advisors, Michael Fenn and Ken Seiling, attended nine in-person sessions and listened to ideas from individuals and organizations on how to improve their local governments.
Throughout this extensive review, the government heard that local communities should decide what is best for them in terms of governance, decision-making and service delivery. After careful consideration of the feedback we heard through the course of the review, our government stands firm in its commitment to partnering with municipalities without pursuing a top-down approach. We will provide municipalities with the resources to support local decision-making.
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"We are committed to helping and empowering municipalities to become more efficient and effective, so they can make every dollar count," said Clark. "This investment supports the province's commitment to reduce the cost of go vernment, while maintaining quality services the people of Ontario expect from all levels of government."
QUICK FACTS
Our government is extending two application-based funding streams: one for small and rural municipalities, and one for large urban governments.
The 2020 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund will have the same structure as this year and provide a total of $500 million to 389 municipalities across the province.
Ontario will also launch a consultation with municipalities about whether to align the municipal and provincial fiscal year.
Our government is proposing to eliminate duplication by combining the provincial and municipal voters lists, giving Elections Ontario the responsibility of managing the updated list and taking the burden off of municipalities.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Ontario Putting People First by Supporting Smart, Efficient Municipal Service Delivery
CONTACTS
Dakota Brasier Minister’s Office [email protected]
Conrad Spezowka Communications Branch 416-585-7066 [email protected]
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing http://www.ontario.ca/municipalaffairsandhousing
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Ontario Investing in Green Infrastructure to Help Smaller Communities
October 25, 2019
New projects will focus on tackling immediate, critical local water, wastewater and stormwater needs
Toronto — Ontario is bringing infrastructure investments to small communities, helping them rehabilitate critical water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure and drive local economic growth.
Starting on Monday October 28, communities in Ontario with populations under 100,000 can apply for funding to support infrastructure through the Green Infrastructure stream.
The Green Infrastructure stream is the fourth (4 th ) stream Ontario is opening under the joint federal/provincial Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP).
"The people of Ontario have water-related infrastructure needs, and we are helping them to fill the gaps, especially for projects that address critical health and safety concerns in our communities," said Laurie Scott, Minister of Infrastructure. "These investments make our local infrastructure safer and more reliable and give them the ability to grow economically."
The initial intake of the Green Infrastructure stream targets projects in communities where it is needed most. Municipalities, First Nations, along with Local Service Boards, Conservation Authorities and other not-for-profit entities who own eligible infrastructure assets may apply for project funding up to a maximum of $3 million in total per project for eligible costs.
Approximately $200 million dollars is available in federal and provincial funding.
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"Our economy, our communities and our families all rely on good infrastructure," said Minister Scott. "The Province understands there is demand for our investments in these critical projects, including tackling immediate, critical local water, wastewater and stormwater needs."
The Province anticipates launching an additional intake of the Green Infrastructure stream in 2020 that could focus on other emerging priorities for water, wastewater and stormwater projects and/or disaster mitigation.
The Province also anticipates the Green Infrastructure stream will be very competitive.
The Green Infrastructure stream, as per federal parameters, aims to support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, enable greater adaptation and resilience to the impacts of extreme weather and disaster mitigation. It also helps ensure communities can provide clean air and safe drinking water for everyone.
QUICK FACTS
The current application intake for the Green Infrastructure stream will open on October 28, 2019 to 408 eligible municipalities, 127 First Nations, nine Local Services Boards, as well as Conservation Authorities, and not-for- profit organizations with water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure.
Eligible applicants will have up to 12 weeks with a deadline of January 22, 2020 to submit applications for provincial review and nomination to the federal government through the Transfer Payment Ontario website .
The Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) is a $30-billion, 10-year infrastructure program cost- shared between federal, provincial and municipal governments. Ontario’s share per project will be up to 33.33 per cent, or $10.2 billion spread across four streams: Rural and Northern, Public Transit, Green, and Community, Culture and Recreation (CCR).
Projects will be evaluated in alignment with previous ICIP programs with a focus on health and safety. Further details are outlined in the Program Guidelines.
On September 3, 2019, Ontario opened the application intake for the CCR stream. The provincial and federal funding for the stream, which closes November 12, will go towards investing in local community centres, cultural facilities and recreational infrastructure.
The Province has nominated 351 projects to the federal government under three streams of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
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Budget 2019
CONTACTS
Sofia Sousa-Dias Communications Branch [email protected]
Christine Bujold Minister’s Office [email protected]
Ministry of Infrastructure http://www.ontario.ca/infrastructure
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October 25, 2019 Announcement by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
This morning, at AMO’s Fall Policy Forum, the Honourable Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, made several key announcements of interest to municipal governments across Ontario:
The government will provide $125 million over 4 years to 405 small and rural municipalities. This application based funding will help municipalities conduct service delivery reviews and implement process improvements in the delivery of public services.
For the 39 largest municipalities, the provincial government will provide $6 million annually to 2022-23 to increase effectiveness and reduce costs by supporting line-by-line reviews, audits and other service reviews.
The government will begin consultations on aligning the provincial and municipal fiscal years. Currently, the municipal fiscal year in Ontario begins on January 1, while the provincial fiscal year begins on April 1. AMO look forward to working with the province to see if aligning the provincial and municipal budget years makes sense. It should create greater certainty as we establish our budgets.
It is proposed that responsibility for the voters list shift from the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation to Elections Ontario. This would replace two voters lists (provincial and municipal) with one list for both elections. AMO’s priority is ensuring that people are able and encouraged to vote. We will work with Elections Ontario to ensure that happens.
On the issue of the regional government review, the Minister announced that there would be no forced amalgamations. The government will provide
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municipalities with resources to support local decision-making and will not be “pursuing a top-down approach.” AMO believes the province has listened to municipalities and concluded that municipalities are best positioned to determine their own governance.
Residents and taxpayers expect the province and municipalities to work together. Today’s announcement is an important step in the right direction. Municipalities are keen to further modernize, and the government is clearly prepared to support municipal modernization initiatives. Today’s announcement helps re-set the provincial-municipal relationship.
AMO Contact : Matthew Wilson, Senior Advisor, [email protected] , 416-971-9856 ext 323.
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From: Ontario News
News Release
Ontario Announces the Creation of Over 19,000 Child Care Spaces
October 25, 2019
New Report Details Public and Private Child Care Numbers for 2018-19
VAUGHAN - Today, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, announced that the province's public and private sectors created over 19,000 licensed child care spaces in 2018-19, according to a new report from the Ministry of Education .
Research shows a clear link between a solid foundation in children's early years and their long-term development and success. That is why Ontario is committed to improving access to child care, giving parents more choice and making high quality programs affordable.
"Our government is committed to making life easier for families and that means improving access to child care options," said Minister Lecce. "Today's announcement of over 19,000 new child care spaces means that more families will be able to choose the kind of care that is best for their children so they can go to work, run a business or study to acquire new skills."
"The creation of new child care spaces - by both the public and private sectors - is great news for the families of this province," said Jill Dunlop, Associate Minister of Children and Women's Issues. "Our government is taking an inclusive approach to helping them succeed and remains committed to providing child care options to meet the diversity of needs across Ontario."
"As a childcare and preschool centre, we understand the demands placed on modern working parents and the challenges of balancing home, work and what's best for our children. We applaud Minister Lecce for making it easier for child care providers to thrive, grow and succeed. That means more child care spaces for families," said Areti Gagaoudakis, co-founder and Chief Kids Officer of Kids Childcare + Preschool.
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In 2019, Ontario announced new steps to improve access to child care opt ions for parents. The government will commit up to $1 billion over five years to create up to 30,000 new child care spaces in schools across the province. As well, the government introduced the new Ontario Childcare Access and Relief from Expenses (CARE) tax credit , which will provide approximately 300,000 families with up to 75% of their eligible child care expenses.
QUICK FACTS
Ontario’s total 2019-20 budget for child care and early years is more than $2 billion.
In addition to the child care tax credit, the Child Care Expense Deduction provides added tax relief for eligible child care expenses.
The province has allocated $208 million in 2019 to help retain Registered Early Childhood Educators within Ontario’s child care system, and support access to stable, high-quality child care programs.
In 2018-19, Ontario received $146.3 million in federal funding under the Canada-Ontario Early Learning and Child Care Agreement.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Ontario's Early Years and Child Care Annual Report 2019: The Province's System Continues to Grow
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Ontario’s Early Years and Child Care Annual Report 2019
CONTACTS
Alexandra Adamo Minister’s Office [email protected]
Sandra Zeni Communications Branch 437-225-0321 [email protected]
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From: Ontario News
News Release
Ontario Making Businesses More Accessible for Employees and Customers
October 25, 2019
Supporting Inclusive Hiring in the Retail Sector
KITCHENER — People with disabilities have the potential to create value for every business, yet remain a large, untapped talent pool. At the same time, many businesses in Ontario have difficulties finding qualified employees. When barriers prevent people with disabilities from taking part in everyday life, businesses and communities lose out on potential qualified talent, customers and higher profits.
That is why Ontario is investing $100,000 in an inclusive hiring project with the Retail Council of Canada, through the EnAbling Change Program.
Today, Daisy Wai, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, announced this investment at Goodwill Industries Ontario Great Lakes. The funding will support and promote accessible recruitment and retention in retail businesses across the province and educate retailers on the economic advantages of hiring people with disabilities.
"Our government knows the value of hiring people with disabilities, and the talent they bring to all workplaces," said PA Wai. "This fun ding will go a long way in helping all retail businesses be more inclusive and accessible for everyone. It is especially exciting at this time, during National Disability Employment Awareness Month, to highlight the importance of hiring people with disabilities, which enables them to reach their full potential, and helps businesses reach their economic goals."
The Retail Council of Canada is using the funding to:
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Create four webinars to promote the importance of hiring people with disabilities, including ti ps on how to make the hiring process more inclusive, and provide information on how to remove the stigma around mental health for employees and customers in retail stores. Develop a guidebook that helps retailers of all sizes in Ontario make their stores more accessible.
"For almost a decade, Retail Council of Canada has had the privilege of working closely with the Minister's Office in helping to educate retailers of all sizes on accessibility, hiring people with disabilities and ensuring that all persons receive the kind of service at retail that is respectful and inclusive," said Sonny Brar, Vice President of Member Relations and Education at Retail Council of Canada.
Ontario is committed to protecting what matters most to people with disabilities and their families.
QUICK FACTS
There are 2.6 million people in Ontario with a disability, roughly a quarter of the population, and that number continues to increase.
In Canada, about 50 per cent of people with disabilities have post-secondary education credentials.
In Ontario, the employment rate for people with disabilities is 58 per cent, compared to 81 per cent for people without disabilities.
Through the EnAbling Change Program , the government is working with partners to help businesses understand the benefits of hiring people with disabilities, and to promote accessibility tools and resources.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
CONTACTS
Pooja Parekh Minister’s Office [email protected]
Leah Wong Communications Branch
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From: Ontario News
News Release
Building Ontario Together
October 28, 2019
Government Lays out Legislative Priorities for the Upcoming Session
TORONTO — With the legislature returning today, the Ford Government is continuing to focus on jobs, economic growth and smart initiatives that will allow government to operate more efficiently while delivering on its priorities and commitments to the people of Ontario.
"With the House resuming today, the people of Ontario expect to see their government and elected officials working hard to make sure families, job creators and communities have the opportunities and tools they need to succeed - and we will be doing just that," said Government House Leader Paul Calandra.
Calandra pointed to key priority areas, including:
Restoring trust and accountability in government by continuing to find efficiencies and respect taxpayers dollars. Leaving more money in people's pockets. Reducing red tape and regulatory burdens and making Ontario open for business so our small, medium and large job creators can continue to invest in communities and people. Connecting people and places by investing in infrastructure, transit and broadband networks. Building safer communities, combatting violence and criminal activity related to drugs, guns and gang activity. Ending hallway health care, putting patients first and ensuring sustainable services for future generations. Adopting smart initiatives that will reduce costs, eliminate wasteful spending, and ensure government services are delivered thoughtfully and efficiently, while protecting what matters most.
"Our government looks forward to continuing to deliver on the priorities that matter most to the people of Ontario," added Calandra. "We are ready and serious about delivering, and will always put the best interests of people first."
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News Release
Ontario Adopts New Animal Welfare System
October 29, 2019
Made-In-Ontario Model Offers More Inspectors and Stronger Penalties
TORONTO — Today, Ontario is introducing legislation to better protect animals from abuse and neglect by proposing the strongest penalties in Canada for offenders, and a more robust enforcement system.
"We made a commitment to take action and develop a modern animal welfare enforcement system to keep animals safe. I am proud to say we are delivering on that commitment with new legislation that includes the toughest penalties in Canada," said Solicitor General Sylvia Jones. "Ontarians can be confident the government is proposing a system that will better protect animals from negligent care."
The proposed Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) Act, 2019 would improve animal welfare by:
Introducing new offences to combat activities such as dog fighting; Giving inspectors necessary powers to help animals in distress and to hold owners accountable; Giving government the ability to empower others, beyond inspectors, to take action when an animal is in imminent risk of serious injury or death when a pet is left in a hot car; Significantly increasing penalties for serious, repeat and corporate offenders. These new penalties would be the strongest in Canada; Improving oversight and ensuring increased transparency and accountability, including establishing a one- window complaints mechanism for the public; and Establishing a multi-disciplinary advisory table made up of a wide range of experts, including veterinarians, agriculture representatives, academics, animal advocates and others to provide ongoing advice to the ministry to improve animal welfare.
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As well as the proposed legislative changes, the system will be strengthened by hiring more provincial inspectors to ensure better coverage across the province, including specialists in livestock, agriculture, horses, zoos and aquariums.
"The PAWS Act would introduce the strongest penalties in Canada for offenders and make Ontario the first jurisdiction in Canada to implement a full provincial government-based animal welfare enforcement model," said Parliamentary Assistant Christine Hogarth. "This made-in-Ontario model demonstrates that our government understands how significant the well-being of animals is to the people of this province."
The proposed new animal welfare system was developed based on input from municipalities, police, industry, technical experts, veterinarian organizations, animal sheltering and advocacy organizations, and the public.
If passed, the government would continue to work with partners to ensure the best protection and support for animals.
QUICK FACTS
Concerns about animal distress or abuse can be reported to the Ontario Animal Protection Call Centre at 1- 833-9-ANIMAL (264625).
Nearly 17,000 people responded to a public survey earlier this year asking how animal welfare in Ontario could be improved.
After over 100 years of enforcing the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) Act, the OSPCA stopped providing enforcement services as of June 28, 2019.
In June, the government passed the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) Amendment Act (Interim Period), 2019 , a temporary measure to keep animals safe during the transition to the new animal welfare model.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Ontario's New Animal Welfare Model
CONTACTS
Marion Isabeau-Ringuette Office of the Solicitor General [email protected]
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From: Troscianczuk, Irene (MNRF)
The following message is being sent on behalf of Tosh Gierek
Ministry of Natural Ministre des Richesses Resources and Forestry naturelles et des Forêts
Strategic and Indigenous Direction des politiques relatives aux Policy Branch stratégies et aux affaires autochtones
Policy Division Division de la politique
300 Water Street 300, rue Water 3rd Floor North 3e étage Nord Peterborough ON K9J 3C7 Peterborough (Ontario) K9J 3C7 Tel: 705-755-1727 Tél.: 705-755-1727
October 29, 2019
Re: Environmental Registry notice (019-0732) by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry regarding proposal to amend three statutes and make a new regulation
Greetings,
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) is proposing legislative changes to seven statutes and to make a new regulation under the Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act . The legislative changes are part of the proposed Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2019 . If passed, these changes are intended to support the government’s commitment to reduce unnecessary red tape and regulatory burden and modernize government to be simpler, faster and more cost-effective, while ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources and public health and safety are not compromised.
A proposal to amend the following three Acts and propose a new regulation is posted on the Environmental Registry.
1. Crown Forest Sustainability Act, 1994
2. Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act
3. Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act and new Minister’s regulation under the Act
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The proposed amendments and new regulation are described below:
Proposed amendments to the Crown Forest Sustainability Act, 1994 , would if passed: o Enable the issuance of a “permit” to allow a person to remove forest resources from a Crown forest for non-forestry purposes.
o Modernize the requirements for annual work schedules by removing the requirement for MNRF approval.
o Enable the Minister to extend a Forest Management Plan.
Proposed amendments to the Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act, would if passed: o Allow future regulations to be made, where appropriate, to relieve existing activities from requirements that would apply to new activities.
o Enable the use of a rules-in-regulation approach, or the mandatory issuance of approvals for more activities, subject to conditions and requirements that would be set out in regulation intended to streamline approvals for the specified activities.
o Clarify the types of geological evaluation and testing activities captured by the definition of “well”.
Proposed amendments to the Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act, would if passed:
o Create a new Minister’s regulation-making authority in the Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act to allow the Minister to require some owners of electricity-producing dams to, where necessary, assess, monitor and report on methyl mercury related impacts to water and fish. o Amend an existing authority to incorporate guidelines by reference in the regulations.
Regulation Proposal
o If the proposed Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act legislative amendment is passed, the ministry proposes to develop a subsequent Minister’s regulation that if made, would require some dam owners of electricity-producing dams to, where necessary, assess, monitor and report on mercury levels in surface water and/or fish tissue. We are also seeking comments on this proposed regulation via this notice.
Owners of the twelve existing dams that currently have mercury assessment, monitoring and reporting requirements established through Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks issued Permits to Take Water, would, if the regulation is made, continue these requirements under the authority of the Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act and reporting would be to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. Each of these twelve Permits to Take Water were subject to consultation prior to their issuance.
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New or significantly redeveloped electricity-producing dams may, if the regulation is made, require assessment, monitoring and reporting of mercury, where there is a new or expanded head pond area and/or where there are identified risks associated with human consumption of fish.
The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks is concurrently consulting on a proposal to amend the Ontario Water Resources Act Permit to Take Water requirements for electricity-producing facilities. For more information, please visit https://ero.ontario.ca and enter 019-0545 in the search to view this Environmental Registry notice.
In addition, there are other administrative and housekeeping changes proposed for the Crown Forest Sustainability Act, 1994 and the Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act .
All proposed changes to MNRF statutes appear in the proposed Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2019 , which can be found through the following link to the Bill on the Legislative Assembly, https://www.ola.org/en/legislative-business/bills/parliament-42/session-1/bill-132 .
MNRF recognizes that this proposal may be of interest to you. To view the Environmental Registry notice, please visit https://ero.ontario.ca and enter 019-0732 in the search.
Proposed changes to the Aggregate Resources Act are also included in the proposed Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2019 and are the subject of a separate registry proposal posting. For more information, please visit Environmental Registry of Ontario and enter 019-0556 in the search. Please note the posting related to proposed changes to the Aggregate Resources Act will close on November 4, 2019.
We invite you to contact Tigist Abebe at 416-314-0961 or [email protected] with any questions.
Sincerely,
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Tosh Gierek A/Director Strategic and Indigenous Policy Branch Policy Division
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From: Ontario News
News Release
Ontario Strengthening the Sustainability of Provincial Agencies
October 30, 2019
Province continues to build smarter government by improving efficiency, effectiveness and value for money of agencies
TORONTO — The government has completed a review of 191 provincial agencies to improve services, fix inefficiencies and take a smarter approach to spending taxpayer dollars. The review was led by the Agency Review Task Force, and resulted in a number of recommendations being made to either dissolve, merge, improve or maintain provincial agencies.
The review is part of the building smarter government plan recently announced by President of the Treasury Board Peter Bethlenfalvy. Together, these large-scale transformative projects, called Smart Initiatives , will change the culture of government, focus on outcomes and improve customer experience for Ontarians.
"Our government values the important role provincial agencies play in delivering services to the people of Ontario," said Bethlenfalvy. "I'd like to thank the members of the Task Force for their thoughtful recommendations to strengthen our agency sector, and ensure our government is operating smarter. While we have already begun implementing some of the recommendations, further analysis and review is required prior to implementation."
In under a year , the Agency Review Task Force has reviewed all provincial agencies for efficiency, effectiveness, governance, sustainability, relevance and value for money.
As a result of the review, we are implementing recommendations that will:
Improve service delivery by encouraging agencies to identify opportunities to reduce red tape and create simpler and faster services. For example, the Ontario Labour Relations Board is working to deliver video conferencing options so Ontarians can appear at hearings remotely.
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Support new digital services and user-friendly websites to help people access services that are streamlined and modern. For example, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal will help people save time by using online filing for applications and ultimately reduce processing times. Enhance performance reporting across the sector by directing 20 per cent of all agencies to strengthen their performance reporting on outcomes of the services and programs they deliver. Tackle redundancies by dissolving provincial agencies that have become dormant or unnecessary. For example, the province is proposing to dissolve the OMAFRA-appointed Board of Negotiation, which hasn't been used in over 20 years. Strengthen agency sustainability by seeking to maximize existing and new revenue opportunities to ensure agencies remain competitive. For example, the Ontario Science Centre and Science North will look to new ways to increase attendance at attractions for all ages. Implement administrative improvements in 47 per cent of all agencies to enable better outcomes for Ontarians while streamlining processes where administrative inefficiencies exist. Increase good governance across 52 per cent of all provincial agencies to ensure board appointees have the skills and expertise needed to carry out the agency's mandate.
Our plan to build Ontario together includes working to evaluate the best approach to implement the Task Force's additional recommendations to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of provincial agencies.
"Governments should measure their success not just by the number of dollars spent but by the outcomes produced. The Task Force's work will lead not just to cost savings in the agency sector but to better governance and customer experience for Ontarians," said Stan Cho, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Finance.
"Together with an incredible group of MPPs, we challenged hundreds of provincial agencies to look critically at how they operate. Whether it be through delivering more services online, to consolidating backend operations, these changes will deliver better service to the people of Ontario," said Will Bouma, Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier.
"The review of provincial agencies is part of Ontario's plan to build smarter government and protect our core programs and services today, and for future generations," said Bethlenfalvy.
QUICK FACTS
The Agency Review Task Force is comprised of five members of caucus: MPP Stan Cho (co-chair), MPP Will Bouma (co-chair), MPP Effie Triantafilopoulos, MPP Daisy Wai, and MPP Billy Pang.
The 2019 Budget announced 10 provincial agencies recommended by the Task Force for dissolution.
The government is undertaking a number of Smart Initiatives to protect the sustainability of Ontario’s public services. The Smart Initiatives put into action recommendations of the EY Canada Line-by-Line Review and the Planning for Prosperity consultations , and are aligned with the 2019 Ontario Budget.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Agency Review Task Force Recommendations for Provincial Agencies
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Ontario.ca/Smart
Ontario Launches Building Smarter Government Initiative
Minister Bethlenfalvy's Remarks at the Economic Club of Canada
CONTACTS
Sebastian Skamski Minister’s Office 416-728-1159 [email protected]
Kate Vrancart Communications Branch [email protected] 647-205-0249
Treasury Board Secretariat https://www.ontario.ca/tbs
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From: Ontario News
Statement
Statement from Minister Smith on Receiving the Autism Advisory Panel's Report
October 30, 2019
TORONTO — Today, Todd Smith, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, issued the following statement after receiving the Autism Advisory Panel's report on recommendations for a new needs-based and sustainable Ontario Autism Program:
"Today I am pleased to say I have received the autism advisory panel's final report. The panel has worked tirelessly over the past several months, volunteering their time and sharing their knowledge, expertise and insights. I sincerely thank all panel members for taking time away from their busy lives to carry out this important task.
Our government has made the redesign of the Ontario Autism Program one of our top priorities. Our goal is to design a needs-based, sustainable program that supports as many children and youth on the autism spectrum and their families as possible.
To help us achieve that goal, we formed a 20-member advisory panel made up of parents with lived experience, autistic adults, educators and other experts from a range of disciplines including psychology, behaviour analysis, rehabilitation services, developmental pediatrics and research. The panel was tasked with providing recommendations on the design of a needs-based, sustainable Ontario Autism Program within the increased $600 million funding envelope.
The panel met 18 times over the past five months to examine results from extensive public consultations and consider relevant evidence, science and data to inform their recommendations for a new Ontario Autism Program.
I am continuing to review the panel's report thoroughly and carefully, giving it the time and consideration it deserves. The report is also available online for all Ontarians to review.
I am confident the panel's recommendations will serve as a strong foundation for the new Ontario Autism Program. Implementation of the new program is planned for April 2020.
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I look forward to continuing our work with the community as we build a needs-based, sustainable program that supports as many children and youth on the autism spectrum and their families as possible."
CONTACTS
Christine Wood Minister’s Office 437-239-9989 [email protected]
Geneviève Oger Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services 647-464-8172 [email protected]
Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services https://www.ontario.ca/mccss
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October 30, 2019 Call for Candidates for the Board of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)
AMO is undertaking an open solicitation for expressions of interest from eligible persons to be nominated to serve on the MPAC Board.
Interested candidates are invited to submit an application by Friday, November 15, 2019 at 5:00pm . From among qualified candidates, AMO’s Board will select and submit twenty-two names to the Minister of Finance.
The Province requires (by statute) that AMO submit annually a list containing the names of twenty-two individuals recommended by AMO for appointment to the MPAC Board. AMO undertook an invitation for expressions of interest most recently in 2015 and is inviting expressions of interest again to create an updated list of nominees.
The MPAC Board of Directors is appointed by the Minister of Finance, and is composed of:
seven individuals who are current or former elected officials of a municipality or current or former officers or employees of a municipality ("municipal representatives");
four individuals who represent the interests of property taxpayers ("taxpayer representatives") and
two individuals who represent the interests of the Province ("provincial representatives").
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The MPAC Board elects a Chair from among the municipal representatives who are current or former elected officials of a municipality, and the Minister appoints a Vice- Chair from among the provincial representatives.
Here is a position description of an MPAC Board Member . AMO will assess candidates against the list of qualifications (starting on page 5), including respecting and promoting the principles of equity, diversity and regional consideration. Additional details regarding this Board are available at the Public Appointments Secretariat website or at MPAC ’s Board Governance page. Candidates are not required to apply through the Public Appointments Secretariat at this time.
Those who are interested in applying are encouraged to complete the Expression of Interest form and submit their resume to [email protected] .
AMO Contact : Matthew Wilson, Senior Advisor, [email protected] , 416-971-9856 extension 323.
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From: Ontario News
News Release
Ontario taking action to protect the environment and hold polluters accountable
October 31, 2019
Expansion of administrative monetary penalties to create efficient and effective environmental enforcement and support local environmental projects
TORONTO — Ontario's government is delivering on its Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan commitment to hold polluters accountable, bring violators back into compliance quickly, and support local environmental projects. As part of the Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, w e are proposing to expand the use of administrative monetary penalties to a broader range of environmental violations and reinvest the money to support projects that provide local solutions to environmental issues.
Today, Jeff Yurek, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, along with Andrea Khanjin, Parliamentary Assistant, and Prabmeet Sarkaria, Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction, visited Tommy Thompson Park to announce a proposal to expand the use of administrative monetary penalties to a broader range of environmental violations .
The funds collected from these penalties will be reinvested into local environmental projects under a new program, modeled on the Ontario Community Environment Fund. Funds would support community projects, such as restoring habitats of endangered species, tree planting, litter clean-up, and other priorities set in the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan .
"Our government is committed to holding polluters accountable by ensuring strong enforcement with tough but fair penalties for violations," said Minister Yurek. "Expanding administrative monetary penalties will give us a quick and effective tool against polluters so we can better protect the health and safety of our families, communities and the environment."
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Ontario's current administrative monetary penalties for environmental violations are limited, leaving the government with few tools to enforce the law. This results in an overreliance on burdensome, costly, and time-consuming enforcement tools.
"Through the Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, we're making common-sense improvements to Ontario's regulatory framework, while safeguarding our environment for future generations," said Minister Sarkaria. "Ontario families expect and deserve clean air, water, and an environment that is well-protected. By introducing strong penalties for environmental violations, we're accomplishing that important goal and using regulations to make Ontario work better for our people."
Environmental violations where administrative monetary penalties may be used under the new proposal include illegal sewage discharges into waterways, selling pesticides without a permit, failing to have a certified operator when operating a drinking water system, or violating terms of a permit to take water.
The broader use of administrative monetary penalties would provide the ministry with an effective tool to return violators into compliance with the law quickly and ensure consequences are proportionate to the violation. It would also help level the playing field between responsible businesses and those who violate environmental laws by removing potential economic benefits associated with breaking the law.
Holding polluters accountable with tougher penalties is a key part of the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan commitment to balance a healthy economy and a healthy environment and keep our province clean and beautiful.
QUICK FACTS
Since 2010, the Ontario Community Environment Fund has committed over $1.48 million to support 81 projects in 27 watersheds.
Administrative penalties are used across government in many regulated program areas (e.g. forestry, consumer protection, energy, private colleges, waste diversion, and retirement homes).
Ontario’s current administrative monetary penalties for environmental violations are working, but are limited in scope to certain air, land, and water violations.
The proposed changes will be open for comment on the Environmental Registry for a 30-day period.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan
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CONTACTS
Andrew Buttigieg Minister’s Office 437-224-4599 [email protected]
Gary Wheeler Communications Branch 416-314-6666
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks http://www.ontario.ca/mecp
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October 31, 2019 In This Issue - Listen to new episode of AMO ON Topic podcast. - 2020 Youth Fellows Program - Deadline for applications is November 1. - Municipal health and safety compliance. - Save 15% off Deluxe Canada products. - 2020 ROMA Conference Municipal Delegations site is now available. - ONE Investment fall workshops - Upcoming in Peterborough & Brockville. - LAS Blog: Trick or Treat? Weathering Spooky Markets. - Careers with Town of Perth and The Blue Mountains Attainable Housing Corporation.
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Mike Rutter
From: Ombudsman Ontario
Our annual training course for watchdogs, two municipal View this email in your browser
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In this month's newsletter:
More than 80 watchdogs attended our annual “Sharpening Your Teeth” training Ombudsman finds violations in closed meetings in Hamilton and West Nipissing Here, there, and everywhere – important events we attended in October How we helped - read some of our successful case resolutions
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WATCHDOGS GATHER FOR “SHARPENING YOUR TEETH”
TRAINING
The 2019 edition of "Sharpening Your Teeth," the Ombudsman’s annual advanced investigative training course for administrative watchdogs, welcomed more than 80 participants to Toronto, Oct. 21-23.
They came from ombudsman offices as far as Uganda, Hong Kong and the U.S., as well as from other investigative bodies in Ontario and across Canada, including the newly-established Ombud for the Northwest Territories. Sessions included training in conducting systemic investigations, interviewing, report writing, and best practices for media and social media engagement.
Ombudsman Paul Dubé was honoured to welcome Canada’s Commissioner of Official Languages Raymond Théberge as the keynote speaker. Commissioner Théberge stressed the importance of ensuring that the practices of oversight bodies remain relevant, and foster positive change: “You always have to be revisiting your processes to make sure that you’re keeping up with changes in the real world,” he said, noting that his own office recently created new tools to help federal bodies comply with the Official Languages Act.
Commissioner Théberge encouraged administrative watchdogs to deliver more than “report cards” and criticism to the bodies they oversee – instead, they should “tell them what they need to change to get better.”
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OMBUDSMAN FINDS VIOLATIONS IN MEETINGS IN HAMILTON,
WEST NIPISSING
Two controversial meetings of a Hamilton city council committee – held at a Niagara-on-the-Lake resort – did not violate the law, but part of one was illegally closed to the public, the Ombudsman found in a report released Oct. 4.
Council’s City Manager recruitment committee was permitted to hold closed meetings out of town to interview job applicants, but a “breakdown in
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communication” at the first meeting broke the rules. Our office received 77 complaints about the meetings on February 9 and 23, the most we have ever received about a single case.
In a report issued Oct. 3, the Ombudsman found that a “chaotic” closed council meeting in West Nipissing on March 19 was illegal because it did not fit within any of the permissible exceptions in the Municipal Act . Witnesses described the meeting as “toxic” and “traumatic,” the Ombudsman wrote. “
Some council members felt that the fact that the meeting took place outside of the public eye was an important reason why the discussion became chaotic.”
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HERE, THERE AND
EVERYWHERE
BONJOUR, SUDBURY
Ombudsman staff attended the annual conference of the Assemblée de la francophonie de l’Ontario in Sudbury, Oct. 24-25, along with some 300 Franco-Ontarian leaders, government and agency representatives and members of the francophone community.
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The conference included workshops and speakers on innovation, community engagement and modernization of the French Language Services Act .
SPECIAL EDUCATION AND STUDENT WELL - BEING
We were invited to share examples of how we help with complaints about special education and related issues with professionals in the school sector as part of the Osgoode Hall Professional Development for Educators training on Oct. 24 in Toronto.
And our staff also met with guidance counsellors, student success teachers, administrators, educators and career education experts from across the province at the Ontario School Counsellors’ Association conference Oct. 17-18 at the University of Toronto Mississauga.
We explained our role in taking complaints from young people about issues with children’s aid societies, school boards, universities, or programs like the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Delegates were eager to hear about our resources for students and educators, including those on the Children and Youth Unit section of our website.
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HOW WE CAN HELP - CASE SUMMARIES
Right to complain
When a woman complained to us about how she and her family were treated by a children’s aid society, we first advised her to contact her caseworker and raise the issue through the society’s internal process. She returned in frustration, saying the caseworker told her the agency has a three-step complaint process and would not give her the requisite form.
Our staff spoke with the caseworker and explained that the law provides complainants the right to initiate a formal complaint at any time, without having to go through any other steps. The woman was contacted by the director of the agency, and was able to pursue her complaint.
Website faux pas
A French-speaking woman sought our help after she encountered difficulties with the website of the Psychiatric Patient Advocate Office. Not only was the French version of the site not equivalent to the English version, it also had sections in English.
We contacted the manager of the organization, who was not aware of the inconsistencies. He promised that the amended French content would be online quickly. The issue was resolved in less than 48 hours, to the benefit of all francophone visitors to the site.
Not on board
An Ontario Works recipient sought our help when he received a letter saying he would have to repay $1,835 to Ontario Works, and that his monthly income would be reduced by $202, since no officials had responded to his review request.
Our office learned that the man had mistakenly told his caseworker that he paid “room and board” at his residence, which was interpreted as a rent payment also covering meals. Ontario Works had subsequently reduced payments accordingly. Once the mistake was clarified, Ontario Works quickly waived the
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repayment request and restored the monthly payments.
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Mike Rutter
From: Ontario News
News Release
Ontario Announces Major Program Investment in the Skilled Trades
October 31, 2019
Significant Program Expansion for Skilled Trades to Inspire the Next Generation
TORONTO — In the lead-up to National Skilled Trades and Technology Week, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, announced a record-level investment to support expansion of the province's Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program to include an additional 122 new programs aimed at encouraging more high school students to enter the skilled trades.
It is estimated that by 2021, one in five new jobs in Ontario will be in trades-related occupations, with employers already facing a shortage of workers in key sectors.
"We know that a labour market shortage exists today and will rise over time in the high-paying skilled trades," said Minister Lecce. "My top priority is to ensure students get the skills they need and, by investing in the skilled trades, our government is helping more students gain the competitive edge and job prospects they deserve."
"Our students need the skills and training necessary for the jobs of today and tomorrow," said Ross Romano, Minister of Colleges and Universities. "By offering programs like dual credits, students are not only gaining these skills, but doing so in ways that accelerate their careers and address employment gaps in Ontario quickly and efficiently."
"It's crucial we show young people that jobs in the trades are good-paying, exciting and very fulfilling," said Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development. "By expanding the Specialist High Skills Major, students will learn about a variety of career paths through early and ongoing exposure and that's fantastic news for students across our province."
As part of SHSM, high school students can now choose among an additional 122 new programs related to 19 different sectors, including construction, agriculture and mining. This high-demand program now lets more students have greater
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choice in selecting a career path that matches their skills and interests, while also meeting the requirements of their high school diploma.
"Today's announcement is great news for students, employers and young women who might be considering careers in the skilled trades," said Jill Dunlop, Associate Minister of Children and Women's Issues. "If we're serious about addressing the skilled labour shortage we must actively recruit, train and mentor young women in the trades. Expanding the SHSM program is an important step forward."
QUICK FACTS
For the 2019-20 school year, the province’s SHSM will be expanded to include 122 new programs with a focus on the skilled trades.
As a result of the program expansion, it is estimated that more than 54,000 students will be enrolled in over 2,100 SHSM programs in more than 700 secondary schools across the province.
This expansion represents an additional government investment of over $10 million since 2017-18, bringing total funding to just over $42 million in 2019-20.
Ontario continues to support the Dual Credit programs to help students who face barriers in graduating from high school earn credits that count towards their high school diploma.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Specialist High Skills Major available in Ontario schools
Education for Tomorrow
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Sandra Zeni Communications Branch 437-225-0321 [email protected]
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County of Haliburton P.O. Box 399 – 11 Newcastle Street, Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0
STAFF REPORT
To: Chair and Members of the Finance & Correspondence Committee Prepared By: Elaine Taylor, Treasurer, CPA CA, Dipl. M.A. Re: Cheque Register for October 2019 Date: November 13, 2019
Recommendation: That Haliburton County Council receives for information the staff report on the Cheque Register for October 2019; And further that the Cheque Register for October 2019 with cheques, EFTs and PAPs totaling $2,589,138.35 be hereby approved.
Background: Cheques, electronic fund transfers (EFT) and pre-authorized payments (PAP) for the month have been reviewed by the accounts committee members subsequent to being distributed to the payees. This report is for your information. Payroll has not been included here as it forms part of a separate report.
Analysis: Per By-law 3836, every cheque shall be signed by the treasurer and the head of council, Chief Administrative Officer or Deputy Chief Administrative Officer.
Cheques that are $10,000.00 or greater are either: i. signed by the Warden and the Treasurer, CAO or Deputy CAO; or ii. stamped by the CAO or Deputy CAO with the Warden’s stamp and signed by the Treasurer.
All other cheques are stamped by finance with the Warden’s signature and signed by the Treasurer, CAO or Deputy CAO.
EFTs and PAPs that are $10,000 or greater are reviewed and signed by the CAO or Deputy CAO.
Financial Impact: All payments have been made and the appropriate accounts charged against the 2019 budgeted amounts.
Reviewed/Approved By: Mike Rutter, CAO
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Attachments: 191113 - Finance & Correspondence - Attachment - AP Cheque Register for October 2019
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11/1/2019 12:40pm County of Haliburton Page 1 Page Accounts Payable Cheque Register Report - CIBC-4400917 For The Date Range From 10/1/2019 To 10/31/2019 For All Vendors And For Outstanding, Cleared, Voided Cheques - Computer Generated, Hand Written, eCheque
Cheque # / eCheque ID Type Date Vendor Name Amount Status 40031 C 10/3/2019 3429 Alexis Macnab $120.00 O
40032 C 10/3/2019 3429 Amanda Mackenzie c/o AM/PM Outdoor Gourmet $100.00 O
40033 C 10/3/2019 3429 Bark Ecologic $169.50 O
40034 C 10/3/2019 82 Bell Canada $1,184.18 O
40035 C 10/3/2019 498 Highlands Supply $116.62 O
40036 C 10/3/2019 3429 Into the Blue Bakery $90.00 O
40037 C 10/3/2019 3429 Jen Smith $140.00 O
40038 C 10/3/2019 1327 Maximum Signs $1,760.27 O
40039 C 10/3/2019 3429 Sean Pennylegion $60.01 O
40040 C 10/3/2019 3429 Tamarack Lodge $70.00 O
40041 C 10/10/2019 3429 Ashley Fearrey $412.45 O
40042 C 10/10/2019 855 Reliance Home Comfort $47.53 O
40043 C 10/10/2019 2651 Tow-All-Inc $429.40 O
40044 C 10/17/2019 3561 AGO Industries Inc. $198.41 O
40045 C 10/17/2019 77 Bell Canada $63.26 O
40046 C 10/17/2019 82 Bell Canada $11,417.98 O
40047 C 10/17/2019 78 Bell Mobility $1,060.37 O
40048 C 10/17/2019 1613 Bongarde Holdings Inc $9,338.32 O
40049 C 10/17/2019 543 Dollo's Foodland $182.40 O
40050 C 10/17/2019 3496 Eastern Ontario Regional Network $441,784.98 O
40051 C 10/17/2019 2737 Federal Express Canada Corporation $149.49 O
40052 C 10/17/2019 3429 Lockhart Facilitation Inc. $4,508.73 O
40053 C 10/17/2019 3141 Marianne Love Consulting Services Inc. $1,243.00 O
40054 C 10/17/2019 1012 Safety-Kleen Canada Inc. $532.94 O
40055 C 10/17/2019 2183 Trillium Municipal Supply Inc. $1,728.90 O
40056 C 10/24/2019 78 Bell Mobility $62.15 O
40057 C 10/24/2019 543 Dollo's Foodland $8.58 O
40058 C 10/24/2019 3429 Dr. Florian Kirstein $75.00 O
40059 C 10/24/2019 498 Highlands Supply $2.96 O
40060 C 10/24/2019 3267 Kevin DesRoches $367.87 O
40061 C 10/24/2019 991 Rogers $213.57 O
5423 E 10/3/2019 3532 APC - Minden $79.37 O
5424 E 10/3/2019 203 Cintas Canada Limited $221.11 O
5425 E 10/3/2019 231 Corporate Express Canada Inc. $180.08 O
5426 E 10/3/2019 512 Haliburton TIM-BR Mart $597.54 O
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11/1/2019 12:40pm County of Haliburton Page 2 Page Accounts Payable Cheque Register Report - CIBC-4400917 For The Date Range From 10/1/2019 To 10/31/2019 For All Vendors And For Outstanding, Cleared, Voided Cheques - Computer Generated, Hand Written, eCheque
Cheque # / eCheque ID Type Date Vendor Name Amount Status 5427 E 10/3/2019 465 Hawk River Construction Ltd . $69,948.14 O
5428 E 10/3/2019 510 HKPR District Health Unit $35,114.25 O
5429 E 10/3/2019 1704 James Pearsell Ent. $1,111.48 O
5430 E 10/3/2019 3547 Kenworth Ontario $397.76 O
5431 E 10/3/2019 1818 Kestrel Forestry Consulting $2,187.03 O
5432 E 10/3/2019 3551 Kylie Clark $1,836.00 O
5433 E 10/3/2019 746 Minden Home Hardware Ltd. $177.28 O
5434 E 10/3/2019 1606 Northern Communications Service Inc. $1,043.69 O
5435 E 10/3/2019 925 Praxair Canada Inc $152.29 O
5436 E 10/3/2019 3462 Premergency $1,224.92 O
5437 E 10/3/2019 3481 Stryker Canada ULC $5,963.53 O
5438 E 10/3/2019 3473 Sunbelt Rentals of Canada Inc. $67.80 O
5439 E 10/3/2019 2063 Telecator Kawartha Paging Service Centre $208.99 O
5440 E 10/3/2019 2701 The Highlander $788.74 O
5441 E 10/3/2019 18 Township of Algonquin Highlands $457.64 O
5442 E 10/3/2019 484 Walkers Home Hardware $97.16 O
5443 E 10/3/2019 1285 Winslow Gerolamy Motors Ltd. $2,024.96 O
5444 E 10/3/2019 3507 Wurth Canada Limited $312.55 O
5445 E 10/10/2019 3532 APC - Minden $981.63 O
5446 E 10/10/2019 3498 Bonnechere Excavating Inc. $10,035.26 O
5447 E 10/10/2019 167 Carquest of Minden $43.54 O
5448 E 10/10/2019 2595 CDW Canada $203.93 O
5449 E 10/10/2019 203 Cintas Canada Limited $805.39 O
5450 E 10/10/2019 231 Corporate Express Canada Inc. $985.14 O
5451 E 10/10/2019 253 Crestline Coach Ltd. $427.37 O
5452 E 10/10/2019 264 CURRY Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd. $1,118.80 O
5453 E 10/10/2019 3515 DCB Business Systems Group Inc. o/a OT Group $226.85 O
5454 E 10/10/2019 384 Fowler Construction $2,061.19 O
5455 E 10/10/2019 396 Garbutt Enterprises $186.45 O
5456 E 10/10/2019 3432 Gull River Plumbing $141.25 O
5457 E 10/10/2019 485 H.H.Health Services $229.35 O
5458 E 10/10/2019 445 HALCO Electronics/ The Source Haliburton $604.53 O
5459 E 10/10/2019 490 Hicks Morely Hamilton Stewart $714.73 O
5460 E 10/10/2019 3019 HVAC Service $916.45 O
5461 E 10/10/2019 1329 Interdev Technologies Inc. $3,067.94 O
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11/1/2019 12:40pm County of Haliburton Page 3 Page Accounts Payable Cheque Register Report - CIBC-4400917 For The Date Range From 10/1/2019 To 10/31/2019 For All Vendors And For Outstanding, Cleared, Voided Cheques - Computer Generated, Hand Written, eCheque
Cheque # / eCheque ID Type Date Vendor Name Amount Status 5462 E 10/10/2019 1704 James Pearsell Ent. $231.49 O
5463 E 10/10/2019 3149 Jim Kerr Excavating Inc. $11,627.70 O
5464 E 10/10/2019 3547 Kenworth Ontario $72.42 O
5465 E 10/10/2019 2213 Library Bound Inc. $4,595.35 O
5466 E 10/10/2019 2273 Master's Book Store $423.26 O
5467 E 10/10/2019 3022 Medical Mart $848.75 O
5468 E 10/10/2019 736 Miller Paving Limited $762,621.98 O
5469 E 10/10/2019 745 Minden Electric $4,105.18 O
5470 E 10/10/2019 746 Minden Home Hardware Ltd. $120.59 O
5471 E 10/10/2019 791 National Sanitation & Supply Company Ltd. $175.84 O
5472 E 10/10/2019 820 North Steel - Division of 764215 Ontario Inc $700.60 O
5473 E 10/10/2019 939 Purolator Courier Limited $82.46 O
5474 E 10/10/2019 3514 QuaeNet Canada Inc. $581.95 O
5475 E 10/10/2019 2763 Rogers Business Solutions $960.50 O
5476 E 10/10/2019 2408 Tach West Technologies $237.30 O
5477 E 10/10/2019 2063 Telecator Kawartha Paging Service Centre $1,074.29 O
5478 E 10/10/2019 3534 Ultramar $2,301.16 O
5479 E 10/10/2019 2682 Van Houtte Coffee Services LP $181.10 O
5480 E 10/10/2019 1673 Wireless Personal Communications Inc. $559.63 O
5481 E 10/17/2019 3532 APC - Minden $492.37 O
5482 E 10/17/2019 3535 BearCom Canada Corp $565.00 O
5483 E 10/17/2019 167 Carquest of Minden $629.17 O
5484 E 10/17/2019 3475 Carstar Haliburton $452.57 O
5485 E 10/17/2019 2595 CDW Canada $619.08 O
5486 E 10/17/2019 203 Cintas Canada Limited $403.88 O
5487 E 10/17/2019 3034 Currie Truck Centre $384.34 O
5488 E 10/17/2019 264 CURRY Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd. $1,267.35 O
5489 E 10/17/2019 2892 DELL Canada Inc - Accts Rec ASAP $141.94 O
5490 E 10/17/2019 396 Garbutt Enterprises $596.64 O
5491 E 10/17/2019 465 Hawk River Construction Ltd . $89,810.69 O
5492 E 10/17/2019 3019 HVAC Service $706.25 O
5493 E 10/17/2019 3299 K & S Windsor Salt Ltd. $29,240.93 O
5494 E 10/17/2019 3547 Kenworth Ontario $258.89 O
5495 E 10/17/2019 1994 McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers $4,205.80 O
5496 E 10/17/2019 746 Minden Home Hardware Ltd. $190.76 O
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11/1/2019 12:40pm County of Haliburton Page 4 Page Accounts Payable Cheque Register Report - CIBC-4400917 For The Date Range From 10/1/2019 To 10/31/2019 For All Vendors And For Outstanding, Cleared, Voided Cheques - Computer Generated, Hand Written, eCheque
Cheque # / eCheque ID Type Date Vendor Name Amount Status 5497 E 10/17/2019 791 National Sanitation & Supply Company Ltd. $26.67 O
5498 E 10/17/2019 939 Purolator Courier Limited $5.02 O
5499 E 10/17/2019 3528 Tatham Engineering Limited $525.45 O
5500 E 10/17/2019 1196 The Pump Shop $249.07 O
5501 E 10/17/2019 2927 Total Site Services Inc. $1,306.28 O
5502 E 10/17/2019 3534 Ultramar $5,432.87 O
5503 E 10/17/2019 1229 Valley Blades Limited $3,596.91 O
5504 E 10/17/2019 484 Walkers Home Hardware $19.20 O
5505 E 10/17/2019 3526 Wayne Morris $2,986.02 O
5506 E 10/17/2019 1285 Winslow Gerolamy Motors Ltd. $1,796.32 O
5507 E 10/24/2019 3532 APC - Minden $5,587.50 O
5508 E 10/24/2019 2692 Bank of Nova Scotia $26,807.75 O
5509 E 10/24/2019 3535 BearCom Canada Corp $3,197.90 O
5510 E 10/24/2019 167 Carquest of Minden $397.26 O
5511 E 10/24/2019 203 Cintas Canada Limited $570.76 O
5512 E 10/24/2019 241 City of Kawartha Lakes $387,159.79 O
5513 E 10/24/2019 2298 CKHA Haliburton Cty Comm. Radio Assoc - Canoe FM $791.00 O
5514 E 10/24/2019 3525 Clean Harbors - CLHB Exploration Svc LP C3191 $49,401.11 O
5515 E 10/24/2019 231 Corporate Express Canada Inc. $433.48 O
5516 E 10/24/2019 257 County Sign & Display $142.38 O
5517 E 10/24/2019 253 Crestline Coach Ltd. $122.25 O
5518 E 10/24/2019 3034 Currie Truck Centre $2,101.53 O
5519 E 10/24/2019 340 Emmerson Lumber Limited $54.24 O
5520 E 10/24/2019 3560 eSolutions Group Limited $8,912.88 O
5521 E 10/24/2019 384 Fowler Construction $1,482.58 O
5522 E 10/24/2019 390 Francis Thomas Contracting Co. Ltd $20,271.51 O
5523 E 10/24/2019 3558 Glenn Windrem Trucking $5,134.58 O
5524 E 10/24/2019 1717 Haliburton ATV Association $621.50 O
5525 E 10/24/2019 465 Hawk River Construction Ltd . $508.50 O
5526 E 10/24/2019 3090 Highlands Propane $145.43 O
5527 E 10/24/2019 1217 Ideal Supply Inc $206.77 O
5528 E 10/24/2019 3149 Jim Kerr Excavating Inc. $12,292.14 O
5529 E 10/24/2019 3547 Kenworth Ontario $677.66 O
5530 E 10/24/2019 2213 Library Bound Inc. $3,345.30 O
5531 E 10/24/2019 746 Minden Home Hardware Ltd. $27.09 O
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11/1/2019 12:40pm County of Haliburton Page 5 Page Accounts Payable Cheque Register Report - CIBC-4400917 For The Date Range From 10/1/2019 To 10/31/2019 For All Vendors And For Outstanding, Cleared, Voided Cheques - Computer Generated, Hand Written, eCheque
Cheque # / eCheque ID Type Date Vendor Name Amount Status 5532 E 10/24/2019 774 MPAC $243,283.03 O
5533 E 10/24/2019 2961 Naylor (Canada) Inc. $136.84 O
5534 E 10/24/2019 1674 Ontario Trails Council $565.00 O
5535 E 10/24/2019 3512 S.D. Trapping Services $623.75 O
5536 E 10/24/2019 3232 SIRCH Community Services $283.50 O
5537 E 10/24/2019 2701 The Highlander $145.77 O
5538 E 10/24/2019 3534 Ultramar $19,020.00 O
5539 E 10/24/2019 1285 Winslow Gerolamy Motors Ltd. $566.30 O
5540 E 10/29/2019 664 Manulife Financial $49,394.11 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/3/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $33.62 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/3/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $84.33 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/7/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $376.34 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/8/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $49.01 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/8/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $238.37 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/8/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $122.80 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/14/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $255.52 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/10/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $478.00 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/14/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $600.84 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/22/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $60.50 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/31/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $33.62 O
Hydro One Networks Inc. E 10/31/2019 536 Hydro One Networks Inc. $106.43 O
Minister of Finance E 10/11/2019 749 Minister of Finance $11,615.66 O
Receiver General for E 10/7/2019 958 Receiver General for Canada $70,731.17 O Canada Receiver General for E 10/21/2019 958 Receiver General for Canada $70,459.62 O Canada Telizon Inc. E 10/8/2019 3362 Telizon Inc. $979.22 O
Workplace Safety and E 10/28/2019 1296 Workplace Safety and Insurance Board $26,510.11 O Insurance Board
Cleared $0.00
Outstanding $2,589,138.35
Void $0.00
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County of Haliburton P.O. Box 399 – 11 Newcastle Street, Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0
STAFF REPORT
To: Chair and Members of the Finance & Correspondence Committee Prepared By: Elaine Taylor, Treasurer, CPA CA, Dipl. M.A. Re: Payroll Register for October 2019 Date: November 13, 2019
Recommendation: That Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee receives for information the staff report on the Payroll Register for October 2019; And further that it be recommended to Haliburton County Council that the Payroll Register for October 2019 with net direct deposits totaling $616,962.82 be hereby approved.
Background: On a monthly basis, net payroll expenditures for the previous month are shared with the Finance & Correspondence Committee.
Analysis: COUNTY OF HALIBURTON PAYROLL REGISTER OCTOBER 2019
DEPARTMENT NET PAY Council 9,901.38 Accessibility Committee 80.00 Library Committee 235.00 Tourism Committee 160.00 Administration (Including Planning, Tourism, Library and IT) 165,328.67 EMS 275,009.44 Roads and 911 151,152.31 Reimbursements 15,096.02 TOTAL $ 616,962.82
Direct deposits to employees’ bank accounts have taken place. This report captures net payroll amounts plus reimbursements. This includes wages and disbursements only not benefits.
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Financial Impact: All payments have been made and the appropriate accounts charged against the 2019 budgeted amounts. Three pays occurred in October 2019.
Reviewed/Approved By: Mike Rutter, CAO
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County of Haliburton P.O. Box 399 – 11 Newcastle Street, Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0
STAFF REPORT
To: Chair and Members of the Finance & Correspondence Committee Prepared By: Elaine Taylor, Treasurer, CPA CA, Dipl. M.A. Re: YTD Actuals as at October 31, 2019 Date: November 13, 2019
Recommendation: That Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee receives for information the staff report on the YTD Revenue and Expenditures as at October 31, 2019; And further that it be recommended to Haliburton County Council that the preliminary YTD Revenue and Expenditures as at October 31, 2019 be hereby approved.
Background: The committee will see the revenue and expenditure summary for each department as compared to the 2019 approved budget.
Analysis: To date 84.78% of operating expenses have been incurred and 44.00% of capital expenses have been incurred.
To date 77.59% of the annual budgeted levy has been spent. 10/12 of the annual budgeted levy is the equivalent of 83.33%.
Financial Impact: A detailed analysis by account can be made available upon request.
Reviewed/Approved By: Mike Rutter, CAO
Attachments: 191113 - Finance & Correspondence - Attachment - YTD Actuals for October 31 2019 - Schedule A - By Division 191113 - Finance & Correspondence - Attachment - YTD Actuals for October 31 2019 - Schedule B - By Cost Centre
Page 173 of 188 County of Haliburton Segmented Information As of October 31, 2019 Run date Nov 06, 2019 02:10 PM 010 General Government 020 Protection to Persons and Property Annual YTD Annual YTD Type SubTypeDesc Budget Actual Variance % Spent Budget Actual Variance % Spent Revenue 02 Tax Requisition 2,265,407.77 1,887,839.80 377,567.97 83.33% 159,475.00 132,895.80 26,579.20 83.33% 04 Tax Supplementaries & Write-offs 140,000.00 116,665.85 23,334.15 83.33% 0.00 0.00 0.00 06 Federal Funding 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 08 Provincial Funding 277,163.00 329,349.36 (52,186.36) 118.83% 0.00 0.00 0.00 10 Municipal Funding 86,538.34 77,995.42 8,542.92 90.13% 0.00 0.00 0.00 12 User Charges 0.00 18.90 (18.90) 23,000.00 23,904.00 (904.00) 103.93% 14 Investment Income 31,000.00 54,913.08 (23,913.08) 177.14% 0.00 0.00 0.00 16 Donations and Other 500.00 471.59 28.41 94.32% 0.00 0.00 0.00 18 Rental Revenue 40,500.00 33,105.80 7,394.20 81.74% 0.00 0.00 0.00 20 Other Revenue 3,000.00 3,253.76 (253.76) 108.46% 0.00 0.00 0.00 22 Contributions from Others 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 24 Gain (Loss) on Sale 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 26 Interfunctional Revenue Adjustment 40,086.00 33,405.00 6,681.00 83.33% 0.00 0.00 0.00 28 Offset to Materials & Supplies Expense re Equipment 0.00 5,065.25 (5,065.25) 0.00 0.00 0.00
Revenue Total 2,884,195.11 2,542,083.81 342,111.30 88.14% 182,475.00 156,799.80 25,675.20 85.93% Expense 50 Wages and Benefits 1,252,449.57 945,268.05 307,181.52 75.47% 99,070.00 58,674.56 40,395.44 59.23% 52 Materials and Supplies 410,890.43 334,986.54 75,903.89 81.53% 29,905.00 39,615.23 (9,710.23) 132.47% 54 Contracted Services 170,600.00 49,338.26 121,261.74 28.92% 53,500.00 36,472.43 17,027.57 68.17% 56 Amortization Expense 92,026.00 76,688.00 15,338.00 83.33% 0.00 0.00 0.00 58 Interest on Long Term Debt 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 60 Rentals & Financial Expenses 6,000.00 4,487.84 1,512.16 74.80% 0.00 0.00 0.00 64 Transfers to Other Entities 1,075,432.11 1,049,338.80 26,093.31 97.57% 0.00 0.00 0.00 68 Interfunctional Expense Adjustment (158,791.00) (132,325.80) (26,465.20) 83.33% 0.00 0.00 0.00 70 Employee Future Benefits 5,100.00 0.00 5,100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Expense Total 2,853,707.11 2,327,781.69 525,925.42 81.57% 182,475.00 134,762.22 47,712.78 73.85% Net Operting Surplus (Deficit) including non-cash Amortization 30,488.00 214,302.12 (183,814.12) 0.00 22,037.58 (22,037.58) Less: 99 CY Transfer from Reserves (6,000.00) (35,652.29) 29,652.29 594.20% 0.00 0.00 0.00 99 CY Transfer to Reserves 110,000.00 91,666.64 18,333.36 83.33% 0.00 0.00 0.00 99 Debt Repayment Expense 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 99 FA - CY Purchases 28,514.00 46,792.61 (18,278.61) 164.10% 0.00 0.00 0.00
Net Capital Surplus (Deficit) excluding Amortization 132,514.00 102,806.96 29,707.04 77.58% 0.00 0.00 0.00 Net Operating and Capital Surplus (Deficit) (102,026.00) 111,495.16 (213,521.16) 0.00 22,037.58 (22,037.58)
Add back: Non-Cash Amortization 92,026.00 76,688.00 15,338.00 83.33% 0.00 0.00 0.00 Page 174 of 188 Net levy (Operating - Capital + Amortization) (10,000.00) 188,183.16 (198,183.16) (1881.83%) 0.00 22,037.58 (22,037.58)
% of Levy Spent 2,275,407.77 1,699,656.64 575,751.13 74.70% 159,475.00 110,858.22 48,616.78 69.51% AGENDA ITEM # County of Haliburton Segmented Information As of October 31, 2019 Run date Nov 06, 2019 02:10 PM 030 Transportation 050 Health Annual YTD Annual YTD Type SubTypeDesc Budget Actual Variance % Spent Budget Actual Variance % Spent Revenue 02 Tax Requisition 8,360,370.52 6,966,975.40 1,393,395.12 83.33% 3,478,862.35 2,899,052.00 579,810.35 83.33% 04 Tax Supplementaries & Write-offs 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 06 Federal Funding 1,090,227.00 466,710.75 623,516.25 42.81% 0.00 0.00 0.00 08 Provincial Funding 1,715,457.00 220,047.50 1,495,409.50 12.83% 2,742,589.02 2,381,139.77 361,449.25 86.82% 10 Municipal Funding 25,000.00 35,949.64 (10,949.64) 143.80% 0.00 231.25 (231.25) 12 User Charges 35,500.00 27,398.72 8,101.28 77.18% 25,000.00 9,354.56 15,645.44 37.42% 14 Investment Income 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 16 Donations and Other 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 796.72 (646.72) 531.15% 18 Rental Revenue 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 20 Other Revenue 10,000.00 25,407.42 (15,407.42) 254.07% 0.00 80.00 (80.00) 22 Contributions from Others 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 24 Gain (Loss) on Sale 32,000.00 0.00 32,000.00 0.00 15,175.00 (15,175.00) 26 Interfunctional Revenue Adjustment 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 28 Offset to Materials & Supplies Expense re Equipment 700,906.00 607,486.90 93,419.10 86.67% 0.00 0.00 0.00
Revenue Total 11,969,460.52 8,349,976.33 3,619,484.19 69.76% 6,246,601.37 5,305,829.30 940,772.07 84.94% Expense 50 Wages and Benefits 2,243,773.77 1,892,132.65 351,641.12 84.33% 4,567,715.71 3,801,099.39 766,616.32 83.22% 52 Materials and Supplies 2,862,117.00 2,450,702.10 411,414.90 85.63% 559,042.53 425,983.19 133,059.34 76.20% 54 Contracted Services 653,450.00 355,155.80 298,294.20 54.35% 10,000.00 4,108.11 5,891.89 41.08% 56 Amortization Expense 2,871,225.00 2,392,686.50 478,538.50 83.33% 264,763.00 220,636.00 44,127.00 83.33% 58 Interest on Long Term Debt 3,348.75 3,348.75 0.00 100.00% 48,506.60 40,608.66 7,897.94 83.72% 60 Rentals & Financial Expenses 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 64 Transfers to Other Entities 0.00 0.00 0.00 421,375.00 351,142.50 70,232.50 83.33% 68 Interfunctional Expense Adjustment 0.00 0.00 0.00 199,116.00 165,730.80 33,385.20 83.23% 70 Employee Future Benefits 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Expense Total 8,633,914.52 7,094,025.80 1,539,888.72 82.16% 6,070,518.84 5,009,308.65 1,061,210.19 82.52% Net Operting Surplus (Deficit) including non-cash Amortization 3,335,546.00 1,255,950.53 2,079,595.47 176,082.53 296,520.65 (120,438.12) Less: 99 CY Transfer from Reserves (155,000.00) (127,393.30) (27,606.70) 82.19% (262,600.00) (233,604.60) (28,995.40) 88.96% 99 CY Transfer to Reserves 18,500.00 15,416.64 3,083.36 83.33% 307,600.00 256,333.32 51,266.68 83.33% 99 Debt Repayment Expense 475,000.00 475,000.00 0.00 100.00% 133,245.53 122,504.83 10,740.70 91.94% 99 FA - CY Purchases 5,858,271.00 2,631,917.12 3,226,353.88 44.93% 262,600.00 233,604.60 28,995.40 88.96%
Net Capital Surplus (Deficit) excluding Amortization 6,196,771.00 2,994,940.46 3,201,830.54 48.33% 440,845.53 378,838.15 62,007.38 85.93% Net Operating and Capital Surplus (Deficit) (2,861,225.00) (1,738,989.93) (1,122,235.07) (264,763.00) (82,317.50) (182,445.50)
Add back: Non-Cash Amortization 2,871,225.00 2,392,686.50 478,538.50 83.33% 264,763.00 220,636.00 44,127.00 83.33% Page 175 of 188 Net levy (Operating - Capital + Amortization) 10,000.00 653,696.57 (643,696.57) 6536.97% 0.00 138,318.50 (138,318.50)
% of Levy Spent 8,350,370.52 6,313,278.83 2,037,091.69 75.60% 3,478,862.35 2,760,733.50 718,128.85 79.36% AGENDA ITEM # County of Haliburton Segmented Information As of October 31, 2019 Run date Nov 06, 2019 02:10 PM 060 Social Services and Housing 070 Recreation and Cultural Services Annual YTD Annual YTD Type SubTypeDesc Budget Actual Variance % Spent Budget Actual Variance % Spent Revenue 02 Tax Requisition 1,676,175.00 1,396,812.50 279,362.50 83.33% 895,496.02 746,246.70 149,249.32 83.33% 04 Tax Supplementaries & Write-offs 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 06 Federal Funding 0.00 0.00 0.00 7,000.00 7,112.00 (112.00) 101.60% 08 Provincial Funding 0.00 0.00 0.00 120,000.00 100,000.00 20,000.00 83.33% 10 Municipal Funding 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 12 User Charges 0.00 0.00 0.00 12,000.00 9,912.07 2,087.93 82.60% 14 Investment Income 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 16 Donations and Other 0.00 0.00 0.00 12,500.00 47,899.97 (35,399.97) 383.20% 18 Rental Revenue 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 20 Other Revenue 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 22 Contributions from Others 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 24 Gain (Loss) on Sale 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 26 Interfunctional Revenue Adjustment 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 28 Offset to Materials & Supplies Expense re Equipment 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Revenue Total 1,676,175.00 1,396,812.50 279,362.50 83.33% 1,046,996.02 911,170.74 135,825.28 87.03% Expense 50 Wages and Benefits 0.00 0.00 0.00 839,801.02 775,617.44 64,183.58 92.36% 52 Materials and Supplies 0.00 0.00 0.00 103,895.00 89,262.69 14,632.31 85.92% 54 Contracted Services 0.00 0.00 0.00 3,000.00 2,968.00 32.00 98.93% 56 Amortization Expense 0.00 0.00 0.00 91,494.00 76,245.60 15,248.40 83.33% 58 Interest on Long Term Debt 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 60 Rentals & Financial Expenses 0.00 0.00 0.00 13,800.00 6,931.35 6,868.65 50.23% 64 Transfers to Other Entities 1,550,175.00 1,438,807.87 111,367.13 92.82% 0.00 0.00 0.00 68 Interfunctional Expense Adjustment 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 70 Employee Future Benefits 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Expense Total 1,550,175.00 1,438,807.87 111,367.13 92.82% 1,051,990.02 951,025.08 100,964.94 90.40% Net Operting Surplus (Deficit) including non-cash Amortization 126,000.00 (41,995.37) 167,995.37 (4,994.00) (39,854.34) 34,860.34 Less: 99 CY Transfer from Reserves 0.00 (144,000.00) 144,000.00 (35,000.00) (35,000.00) 0.00 100.00% 99 CY Transfer to Reserves 126,000.00 105,000.00 21,000.00 83.33% 5,000.00 4,166.64 833.36 83.33% 99 Debt Repayment Expense 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 99 FA - CY Purchases 0.00 0.00 0.00 116,500.00 88,473.58 28,026.42 75.94%
Net Capital Surplus (Deficit) excluding Amortization 126,000.00 (39,000.00) 165,000.00 (30.95%) 86,500.00 57,640.22 28,859.78 66.64% Net Operating and Capital Surplus (Deficit) 0.00 (2,995.37) 2,995.37 (91,494.00) (97,494.56) 6,000.56
Add back: Non-Cash Amortization 0.00 0.00 0.00 91,494.00 76,245.60 15,248.40 83.33% Page 176 of 188 Net levy (Operating - Capital + Amortization) 0.00 (2,995.37) 2,995.37 0.00 (21,248.96) 21,248.96
% of Levy Spent 1,676,175.00 1,399,807.87 276,367.13 83.51% 895,496.02 767,495.66 128,000.36 85.71% AGENDA ITEM # County of Haliburton Segmented Information As of October 31, 2019 Run date Nov 06, 2019 02:10 PM 080 Planning and Development Total Annual YTD Annual YTD Type SubTypeDesc Budget Actual Variance % Spent Budget Actual Variance % Spent Revenue 02 Tax Requisition 1,299,717.82 1,083,098.20 216,619.62 83.33% 18,135,504.48 15,112,920.40 3,022,584.08 83.33% 04 Tax Supplementaries & Write-offs 0.00 0.00 0.00 140,000.00 116,665.85 23,334.15 83.33% 06 Federal Funding 266,808.50 6,256.02 260,552.48 2.34% 1,364,035.50 480,078.77 883,956.73 35.20% 08 Provincial Funding 43,910.00 0.00 43,910.00 4,899,119.02 3,030,536.63 1,868,582.39 61.86% 10 Municipal Funding 43,925.40 36,674.81 7,250.59 83.49% 155,463.74 150,851.12 4,612.62 97.03% 12 User Charges 77,800.00 41,466.06 36,333.94 53.30% 173,300.00 112,054.31 61,245.69 64.66% 14 Investment Income 0.00 0.00 0.00 31,000.00 54,913.08 (23,913.08) 177.14% 16 Donations and Other 0.00 0.00 0.00 13,150.00 49,168.28 (36,018.28) 373.90% 18 Rental Revenue 0.00 0.00 0.00 40,500.00 33,105.80 7,394.20 81.74% 20 Other Revenue 100.00 319.73 (219.73) 319.73% 13,100.00 29,060.91 (15,960.91) 221.84% 22 Contributions from Others 20,000.00 19,751.35 248.65 98.76% 20,000.00 19,751.35 248.65 98.76% 24 Gain (Loss) on Sale 0.00 0.00 0.00 32,000.00 15,175.00 16,825.00 47.42% 26 Interfunctional Revenue Adjustment 0.00 0.00 0.00 40,086.00 33,405.00 6,681.00 83.33% 28 Offset to Materials & Supplies Expense re Equipment 0.00 0.00 0.00 700,906.00 612,552.15 88,353.85 87.39%
Revenue Total 1,752,261.72 1,187,566.17 564,695.55 67.77% 25,758,164.74 19,850,238.65 5,907,926.09 77.06% Expense 50 Wages and Benefits 613,798.32 510,638.25 103,160.07 83.19% 9,616,608.39 7,983,430.34 1,633,178.05 83.02% 52 Materials and Supplies 395,346.40 319,259.81 76,086.59 80.75% 4,361,196.36 3,659,809.56 701,386.80 83.92% 54 Contracted Services 29,500.00 17,027.60 12,472.40 57.72% 920,050.00 465,070.20 454,979.80 50.55% 56 Amortization Expense 33,004.00 27,503.20 5,500.80 83.33% 3,352,512.00 2,793,759.30 558,752.70 83.33% 58 Interest on Long Term Debt 0.00 0.00 0.00 51,855.35 43,957.41 7,897.94 84.77% 60 Rentals & Financial Expenses 0.00 0.00 0.00 19,800.00 11,419.19 8,380.81 57.67% 64 Transfers to Other Entities 150,000.00 451,784.98 (301,784.98) 301.19% 3,196,982.11 3,291,074.15 (94,092.04) 102.94% 68 Interfunctional Expense Adjustment 0.00 0.00 0.00 40,325.00 33,405.00 6,920.00 82.84% 70 Employee Future Benefits 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,100.00 0.00 5,100.00
Expense Total 1,221,648.72 1,326,213.84 (104,565.12) 108.56% 21,564,429.21 18,281,925.15 3,282,504.06 84.78% Net Operting Surplus (Deficit) including non-cash Amortization 530,613.00 (138,647.67) 669,260.67 4,193,735.53 1,568,313.50 2,625,422.03 Less: 99 CY Transfer from Reserves 0.00 (272,132.70) 272,132.70 (458,600.00) (847,782.89) 389,182.89 184.86% 99 CY Transfer to Reserves 15,000.00 12,500.00 2,500.00 83.33% 582,100.00 485,083.24 97,016.76 83.33% 99 Debt Repayment Expense 0.00 0.00 0.00 608,245.53 597,504.83 10,740.70 98.23% 99 FA - CY Purchases 548,617.00 84,527.85 464,089.15 15.41% 6,814,502.00 3,085,315.76 3,729,186.24 45.28%
Net Capital Surplus (Deficit) excluding Amortization 563,617.00 (175,104.85) 738,721.85 (31.07%) 7,546,247.53 3,320,120.94 4,226,126.59 44.00% Net Operating and Capital Surplus (Deficit) (33,004.00) 36,457.18 (69,461.18) (3,352,512.00) (1,751,807.44) (1,600,704.56)
Add back: Non-Cash Amortization 33,004.00 27,503.20 5,500.80 83.33% 3,352,512.00 2,793,759.30 558,752.70 83.33% Page 177 of 188 Net levy (Operating - Capital + Amortization) 0.00 63,960.38 (63,960.38) 0.00 1,041,951.86 (1,041,951.86)
% of Levy Spent 1,299,717.82 1,019,137.82 280,580.00 78.41% 18,135,504.48 14,070,968.54 4,064,535.94 77.59% AGENDA ITEM # County of Haliburton Schedule B - Summary by Cost Center YTD Actuals As of October 31, 2019 Run date November 06, 2019 02:13 PM 2017 2017 2017 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 Department Budget Actual % Spent Budget Actual % Spent Budget YTD Actual % Spent 010 - 010 General Government ACC000 - Accessibility committee 1,012.50 285.14 28.16% 3,737.50 6,318.66 169.06% 1,365.00 625.60 45.83% ADM000 - General Administration 204,283.46 152,938.67 74.87% 476,390.73 638,945.79 134.12% 452,764.18 134,326.71 29.67% AGEFRI - Age-Friendly Community Planning Grant 0.00 (1,044.39) 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00%
ASSOFF - MPAC 990,000.00 964,590.08 97.43% 971,000.00 970,958.88 100.00% 973,132.11 973,132.12 100.00% BLDG00 - Building Mtce. 71,417.01 81,142.19 113.62% 37,750.00 80,342.55 212.83% 70,934.00 52,396.32 73.87% CNCL00 - Council & Committees 131,184.50 130,637.68 99.58% 136,655.00 137,128.29 100.35% 157,270.35 138,570.51 88.11% COMP00 - IT Services 343,152.25 347,267.46 101.20% 346,164.96 348,737.48 100.74% 397,187.13 313,347.23 78.89% COMTRA - Community Transportation 0.00 0.00 0.00% 50,000.00 39,897.24 79.79% 50,000.00 7,187.55 14.38% DR0000 - Doctor Recruitment 68,314.31 68,314.31 100.00% 52,100.00 52,100.00 100.00% 179,775.00 86,751.97 48.26% REG000 - Registry Office (17,982.00) (11,678.47) 64.95% (7,400.00) (748.63) 10.12% (7,020.00) (6,681.37) 95.18% YWCA00 - YWCA 12,500.00 12,500.00 100.00% 12,500.00 12,500.00 100.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% Total 010 1,803,882.03 1,744,952.67 96.73% 2,078,898.19 2,286,180.26 109.97% 2,275,407.77 1,699,656.64 74.70%
020 - 020 Protection to Persons and Property 911000 - 911 52,685.35 61,832.23 117.36% 59,073.80 62,232.55 105.35% 47,260.00 53,594.95 113.40% BYMS00 - By-Law Enforcement 55,235.00 54,112.28 97.97% 55,599.00 50,538.20 90.90% 112,215.00 57,263.27 51.03% GIS000 - 911-old 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% TREEPR - Tree Preservation 6,105.00 8,575.62 140.47% 6,211.84 7,847.33 126.33% 0.00 0.00 0.00% Total 020 114,025.35 124,520.13 109.20% 120,884.64 120,618.08 99.78% 159,475.00 110,858.22 69.51%
030 - 030 Transportation 001137 - Drag River Bridge 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 12,000.00 12,058.56 100.49% 006063 - Eagle Lake Road Bridge 0.00 0.00 0.00% 14,000.00 13,162.64 94.02% 40,000.00 12,922.10 32.31% 007002 - West Guilford Bridge 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 201,603.60 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 010140 - York River Bridge 0.00 0.00 0.00% 120,000.00 17,168.43 14.31% 185,000.00 277,987.92 150.26% 013034 - Hawk Lake Bridge 0.00 0.00 0.00% 21,438.00 27,475.76 128.16% 445,531.00 47,868.02 10.74% 020077 - Horseshoe Lake Bridge 200,000.00 200,000.00 100.00% 70,000.00 88,857.05 126.94% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 039011 - Dorset Bridge 125,000.00 125,000.00 100.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 648080 - Dark Lake Bridge 0.00 12,304.82 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 648284 - Culvert - CR 648 - 284 Loop Road Culvert 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 90,000.00 2,845.10 3.16% Page 178 of 188 648287 - Culvert - CR 648 - 287 Loop Road Culvert 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 45,000.00 0.00 0.00%
A10000 - Bridge & Culvert Maintenance 284,789.54 386,007.33 135.54% 338,407.00 307,580.95 90.89% 379,113.00 282,287.62 74.46% AGENDA ITEM # AT0000 - Active Transportation 3,692.19 936.20 25.36% 1,316.84 1,653.57 125.57% 1,274.00 109.53 8.60% B10000 - Mowing & Brushing 133,550.36 76,659.04 57.40% 141,788.00 224,438.42 158.29% 153,117.00 58,729.97 38.36% B20000 - Beaver & Culvert Maintenance 38,597.96 55,198.45 143.01% 46,164.00 55,542.66 120.32% 60,531.00 44,636.80 73.74% B30000 - Ditching 52,845.79 38,512.16 72.88% 252,834.00 133,292.99 52.72% 84,961.00 174,969.36 205.94% B40000 - Catch Basins, Curb & Gutter Clearing 14,467.43 8,108.00 56.04% 9,702.00 17,043.44 175.67% 20,851.00 12,764.96 61.22% County of Haliburton Schedule B - Summary by Cost Center YTD Actuals As of October 31, 2019 Run date November 06, 2019 02:13 PM
B50000 - Debris & Litter Pick-up 0.00 585.61 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% B90000 - Summer Patrol 37,969.71 33,215.09 87.48% 44,016.00 40,367.71 91.71% 43,008.00 42,858.46 99.65% BRID00 - Bridge work - not specific 0.00 (12,304.82) 0.00% 129,250.00 126,286.15 97.71% 0.00 (105,000.00) 0.00% C10000 - Patching 204,285.21 347,302.84 170.01% 251,725.00 222,235.79 88.29% 297,765.00 273,063.35 91.70% C20000 - H.T. Sweeping, Flushing, Cleaning 81,084.98 74,449.94 91.82% 80,731.00 82,013.99 101.59% 84,643.00 99,843.20 117.96% C30000 - Shoulder Maintenance & Pits 114,054.69 122,627.08 107.52% 127,604.00 157,900.42 123.74% 163,982.00 151,282.48 92.26% C50000 - Base Repairs 48,717.54 49,266.52 101.13% 47,355.00 6,494.53 13.71% 47,622.00 14,745.98 30.96% CA1000 - Capital - Inhouse - Resurfacing 142,000.00 58,368.47 41.10% 723,000.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% CC1000 - Capital - Contracted Out -Resurfacing 1,919,000.00 1,803,269.12 93.97% 1,597,000.00 2,139,000.00 133.94% 0.00 0.00 0.00%
CC1000-53 - Capital -53- Contracted Out - 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% Resurfacing CC1000-59 - Capital -59- Contracted Out - 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% Resurfacing CC1000-69 - Capital -69- Contracted Out - 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% resurfacing CON000 - Construction 15,768.77 14,685.45 93.13% 18,143.72 6,819.79 37.59% 11,918.00 9,546.61 80.10% CR0003 - CR 3 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 840,000.00 833,527.02 99.23% CR0004 - CR 4 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 250,000.00 169,730.80 67.89% CR0009 - CR 9 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 74,146.00 54,726.68 73.81% CR0016 - CR 16 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 328,000.00 334,112.16 101.86% CR0017 - CR 17 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 200,000.00 0.00 0.00% CR0018 - CR 18 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 144,000.00 0.00 0.00% CR0019 - CR 19 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 864,294.00 282,839.78 32.72% CR0021 - CR 21 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 200,000.00 42.22 0.02% CR0503 - CR 503 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 60,000.00 65,435.22 109.06% E10000 - Plowing/Salting/Sanding 1,323,359.14 1,643,217.37 124.17% 1,430,000.00 1,514,216.60 105.89% 1,546,000.00 1,300,651.03 84.13% E20000 - Snow Removal 26,478.37 20,486.25 77.37% 32,000.00 6,362.90 19.88% 32,000.00 4,585.17 14.33% E30000 - Culvert Thawing 0.00 238.82 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% E40000 - Winter Patrol 172,870.19 171,523.83 99.22% 180,000.00 174,312.25 96.84% 180,000.00 121,567.17 67.54% E50000 - Plowing/Sanding/Salting Combination 0.00 (109,434.62) 0.00% 0.00 (83,537.94) 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% ENG000 - Overhead- engineering 102,459.43 134,552.58 131.32% 70,175.94 95,231.40 135.70% 97,689.35 93,263.49 95.47% F10000 - Traffic Signs 42,478.37 59,967.56 141.17% 52,500.00 57,101.15 108.76% 52,500.00 51,943.61 98.94% F30000 - Guide Rails 50,345.79 61,743.35 122.64% 70,286.00 120,833.90 171.92% 71,875.00 67,464.49 93.86% Page 179 of 188 F40000 - Line Painting 90,000.00 88,948.42 98.83% 120,000.00 134,298.24 111.92% 145,000.00 145,194.21 100.13% F50000 - Safety Equipment 8,000.00 9,775.97 122.20% 8,000.00 10,569.98 132.12% 8,000.00 11,327.88 141.60% AGENDA ITEM # GMAC00 - Misc. Equipment 179,082.12 282,265.43 157.62% 339,852.94 457,501.45 134.62% 532,879.28 579,232.09 108.70% HS0000 - Health and Safety 5,538.28 2,873.70 51.89% 3,292.11 3,240.19 98.42% 3,185.00 1,324.93 41.60% J10000 - Asset Management 50,921.91 17,867.77 35.09% 22,935.83 26,822.63 116.95% 31,754.00 765.03 2.41% J20000 - By-Laws / Permits 16,268.77 28,477.00 175.04% 28,136.90 27,217.17 96.73% 29,828.00 18,765.47 62.91% K20000 - Miscellaneous Maintenance 132,631.00 42,222.49 31.83% 32,000.00 150,677.36 470.87% 102,000.00 67,088.55 65.77% County of Haliburton Schedule B - Summary by Cost Center YTD Actuals As of October 31, 2019 Run date November 06, 2019 02:13 PM
L1ALGO - Recoverable - Algonquin Highlands 923.05 0.00 0.00% 2,633.69 0.00 0.00% 5,733.00 3,443.08 60.06% L1DYSA - Recoverable - Dysart 923.05 0.00 0.00% 658.42 (870.65) (132.23%) 637.00 (1,135.89) (178.32%) L1HIGH - Recoverable- Highlands East 923.05 0.00 0.00% 658.42 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% L1MINH - Recoverable- Minden Hills 923.05 0.00 0.00% 658.42 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% M10000 - Maintenance 26,999.24 38,250.31 141.67% 41,388.50 34,752.44 83.97% 34,987.00 60,053.93 171.65% MISC00 - Miscellaneous 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 439.78 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% OVER00 - Overhead 467,501.43 590,399.40 126.29% 478,880.69 383,436.20 80.07% (193,755.11) 311,462.12 (160.75%) OVER90 - Maintenance Division Overhead 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 71,436.41 0.00% OVER95 - Overhead Engineering 2,300.00 0.00 0.00% 2,150.00 0.00 0.00% 1,500.00 2,332.50 155.50% P10000 - Property 1,999.22 (302.53) (15.13%) 7,608.96 1,654.11 21.74% 3,274.00 4,862.99 148.53% PAT010 - Patrol # 1 Ingoldsby 208,717.54 166,087.84 79.58% 215,800.00 227,911.25 105.61% 85,500.00 45,225.90 52.90% PAT020 - Patrol # 2 Eagle Lake 0.00 17,756.14 0.00% 10,700.00 21,565.10 201.54% 13,700.00 21,790.51 159.05% PAT030 - Patrol # 3 Highland Grove 0.00 34,184.22 0.00% 24,500.00 37,186.20 151.78% 38,500.00 30,311.95 78.73% PAT040 - Patrol # 4 Kinmount 0.00 6,361.16 0.00% 7,000.00 14,107.75 201.54% 8,000.00 5,580.81 69.76% PRESCS - Preservation-Crack Sealing 84,000.00 68,995.32 82.14% 30,000.00 26,494.13 88.31% 0.00 0.00 0.00% PRESOT - Preservation-Other 155,000.00 108,114.93 69.75% 225,000.00 226,340.24 100.60% 240,000.00 22,392.30 9.33% RAILCR - Railway Corridor 75,697.96 75,992.45 100.39% 132,000.00 83,351.25 63.14% 110,000.00 73,283.42 66.62% SLIGHT - Street Lights 6,500.00 5,988.99 92.14% 7,500.00 3,914.46 52.19% 6,500.00 5,303.22 81.59% TC0000 - Traffic Counts 11,430.47 19,363.88 169.41% 24,252.67 12,927.41 53.30% 18,288.00 10,099.84 55.23% TRNG00 - Training 0.00 32,908.31 0.00% 0.00 40,479.36 0.00% 0.00 24,475.92 0.00% TRNG95 - Training - Engineering 9,615.24 0.00 0.00% 36,904.28 0.00 0.00% 18,040.00 5,252.80 29.12% Total 030 6,669,710.84 7,013,017.64 105.15% 7,671,948.33 7,677,474.20 100.07% 8,350,370.52 6,313,278.83 75.60%
050 - 050 Health AMB000 - Ambulance 2,891,633.87 2,788,013.98 96.42% 2,794,851.22 2,612,097.46 93.46% 3,056,287.35 2,407,366.67 78.77% CPARMD - Community Paramedicine 0.00 158.45 0.00% 0.00 400.15 0.00% 0.00 198.92 0.00% EM0000 - Emergency Management 8,000.00 8,167.84 102.10% 8,000.00 996.00 12.45% 1,200.00 2,025.41 168.78% HUNIT0 - Contribution to Health Unit 405,000.00 405,009.00 100.00% 413,109.18 413,109.00 100.00% 421,375.00 351,142.50 83.33% Total 050 3,304,633.87 3,201,349.27 96.87% 3,215,960.40 3,026,602.61 94.11% 3,478,862.35 2,760,733.50 79.36%
060 - 060 Social Services and Housing SOCHSE - Social Housing 1,276,510.37 1,827,481.37 143.16% 1,023,563.00 1,034,434.41 101.06% 1,178,864.00 982,386.70 83.33% SOCSER - Social Service 550,971.00 0.00 0.00% 475,606.00 464,734.59 97.71% 497,311.00 417,421.17 83.94% VICHAL - Social Services 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% Page 180 of 188 Total 060 1,827,481.37 1,827,481.37 100.00% 1,499,169.00 1,499,169.00 100.00% 1,676,175.00 1,399,807.87 83.51%
070 - 070 Recreation and Cultural Services AGENDA ITEM # LIB000 - Library 828,300.00 835,731.79 100.90% 860,972.00 859,287.65 99.80% 895,496.02 767,495.66 85.71% Total 070 828,300.00 835,731.79 100.90% 860,972.00 859,287.65 99.80% 895,496.02 767,495.66 85.71%
080 - 080 Planning and Development BROCAP - Broadband - Capital 234,519.78 255,421.64 108.91% 231,062.00 225,533.92 97.61% 228,536.00 244,880.45 107.15% CLIMAT - Climate Change 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 6,324.80 0.00% County of Haliburton Schedule B - Summary by Cost Center YTD Actuals As of October 31, 2019 Run date November 06, 2019 02:13 PM
ECDEVE - Tourism 381,342.00 392,022.12 102.80% 375,465.14 352,505.40 93.88% 346,128.52 336,472.22 97.21% LDIV00 - Land Division 47,787.22 45,248.90 94.69% 44,281.21 61,756.52 139.46% 54,109.59 60,922.38 112.59% PLA000 - Planning 166,548.78 145,671.43 87.46% 172,066.12 169,726.68 98.64% 220,310.46 144,371.49 65.53% SYS000 - GIS 158,842.76 160,503.75 101.05% 291,695.83 283,548.54 97.21% 450,633.25 226,166.48 50.19% Total 080 989,040.54 998,867.84 100.99% 1,114,570.30 1,093,071.06 98.07% 1,299,717.82 1,019,137.82 78.41%
Totals - Needed To Be Raised 15,537,074.00 15,745,920.71 101.34% 16,562,402.86 16,562,402.86 100.00% 18,135,504.48 14,070,968.54 77.59% Net Taxes Raised (15,537,074.00) (15,537,074.00) 100.00% (16,562,402.86) (16,562,402.86) 100.00% (18,135,504.48) (15,112,920.40) 83.33% Under (Over) Spent Levy 0.00 208,846.71 (1.34%) (.00) 0.00 0.00% 0.00 (1,041,951.86) 5.75% Page 181 of 188 AGENDA ITEM # AGENDA ITEM #
County of Haliburton P.O. Box 399 – 11 Newcastle Street, Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0
STAFF REPORT
To: Chair and Members of the Finance & Correspondence Committee Prepared By: Michael Rutter, CAO/Clerk Re: Request to Review Property Tax Assistance to Certain Elderly and Disabled Residents Date: November 13, 2019
Recommendation: Be it resolved that the Haliburton County Finance and Correspondence Committee receive the November 13, 2019 staff report responding to a request that the bylaw providing for tax deferrals for low income seniors and disabled be reviewed and amended; and That staff be directed to work with the Treasurers of the local municipalities to review the practices of other County's in our region and prepare recommendations for Committee's consideration.
Background: Attached to this report is a request received from a property owner in the County. The writer has requested a review and amendments to the Property Tax Assistance to Certain Elderly and Disabled Residents Who Are Owners of Real Property in the County of Haliburton. While the request outlines some specific amendments being proposed, in conversations with staff the author has also suggested that the qualification criteria, the opportunity to provide tax relief (forgiveness) as opposed to a strict deferral system and the assessment thresholds for qualification be reviewed. As staff reviewed the bylaw, it became clear that a number of administrative amendments are required to ensure they comply with applicable human rights legislation etc. For example, the definition of spouse is outdated.
As this by-law impacts local municipalities, it is recommended that County Finance staff work with Finance Department staff from the local municipalities to ensure they have an opportunity to provide input based on their experiences in tax collection.
Financial Impact: To be determined.
Reviewed/Approved By: Mike Rutter, CAO
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Attachments: K Gordon Request to Amend Bylaw 2231 - Tax Assistance Bylaw 2231 - Tax Assistance
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COUNTYOF HALIBURTON
BY-LAWNO. 2231
A BY-LAW TO PROVIDE TAX ASSISTANCE TO CERTAIN ELDERLY AND DISABLEDRESIDENTS WHO ARE OWNERS OF REAL PROPERTY IN THE COUNTYOF HAUBURTON
WHEREAS——I: Section 373—-I-jof the Municipal Act,—J::Chapter M.45, R.S.O.u— :-1990, as amended by The Fair Municipal Finance Act, 1997 (Bill 106) and The Fair Municipa Finance Act (No. 2) 1997, and The--3'-'-—'.-.7‘-_'-"E-T—Small Business and Charities Protectionl Act, 199817:!‘---'(Bill 16) provides for deferrals or cancellations of, or other relief in respect of, all or part of assessment-related tax increases on property in the residentiallfann property class for owners whoare,EEor whose spouses are - (a)low-income senior as de?ned in the by-law; or (b)lcw—income persons with disabilities as de?ned in the by-law;
NOW- THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HALIBURTON ENACTSAS FOLLOWS:
1. Inthis by-law:
(a)"Assessment-related tax increase ‘means the amount determined according to subsection 373(4) of the Municipal Act as amended by provisions of Section 55 of The Fair Municipal Finance Act, 1997 (No. 2) (Bill149) and Section 23 of The Small Business and Charities Protection Act, 1998 (Bill16).
(b)"Eligibleproperty‘ means a property in the Residential/Farm property class that has been assessed a value of $125,000.00 or less in the year of reassessment.
(c)"E|igible amount‘ means the “assessment-related tax increase" on an eliible property for any single year that exceeds $300.00.
(d)”Loca| Municipality’meansa lowertier municipalityin the County of ‘ Haliburton;
(e)"Eligible person" means a low-incomeperson with disabilities or a low- income senior or the spouses of such eligible person;
(f)"Lcw-incomeperson withdisabilities’means a person who is in receipt of an increment paid under the Ontario Disability Support Program Act, 1998; or in receiptpfa disability amount paid under the Family Bene?ts Act (Ontario). "
(g)'Law-income senior’ means a person who is 65 years of age or older and in ipt of an increment paid under the Guaranteed income Supplement (GI ), as established under Part IIof the Old Age Security Act (Canada);
(h)"0wner" means a person assessed as the owner of residential real property, in the County of Haliburtonand includes an owner the meaning of the CondominiumAct;
(i)'Spouse" means a person of the opposite sex, (a) to whom the person is married,or (b) withwhomthe person is livingoutside marriage conjugal relationship, ifthe two persons: have cohabited for at least one year, are together the parents of a child,or
have together entered intoa cohabitation agreement under
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In the year in which an assessment-related tax increase occurs an eligible person who‘is the owner of residential property in the ‘County of Haliburtcn may make application for relieffromassessment-related tax increases. Such owner,shall be granted tax relief in the form of a deferral of the annual eligible amount, provided that:
(a)Such owner or the spouse of such owner both occupies or occupy the property in respect of which property taxes are imposed, as his, her or their primary personal residence;
(b)Such owner or the spouse of such owner or both has or have been assessed as the ownerof the residential real property prior to the date on which the assessment related tax increase occured.
(c)Allcurrent taxes due on the property and any tax arrears have been paid I:IITPI—III—I-I—-jxjin full.
- Ineach year subsequent to the|.J.aj—:|_year of reassessment, owners who quali?ed forif:tax relief in the previous yearZ may apply for continued relief in the form of a_—.._-.._—tax deferral equal to the eligible amount.
TaxI-Jj --—-relief granted pursuant to this by-lawshall attract interest at a rate of. 1.25%-I-—-—-Zr:-|—per month on the total amount of deferred taxes.
Annual— eligible :|.:—amounts, plus interest thereon shall_.:_..Ibe deferred until the property is sold, atrn-—I——;_|.|.jwhichtime the total deferred amounts plus accumulated interest thereon become a debt payableT? to the lot municipality;
If at any time an eligible person for which tax relief has been granted pursuant to this by-law ceases to be an eligible person, all tax relief ceases and all such amounts plus accumulated interest thereon immediately becom a debt payable to the local municipality; e In the event that no application is received before the deadline for a property onI"-Th'_—i—£_which tax deferral has been granted the previous year, the owner'_= of the property shall be deemed to have become ineligible for tax relief and any deferred taxes and interest thereon immediately became"_J'.'E.a -debt due and Epayable to-Ithe local'..—=-E"municipality.7...:-7... A local municipalityshall, uponj?l?hjreceipt of a payment for deferred taxes, pay the upper tier municipality and the school board the amounts owing to those '.'—-'——.-.":.-..—-'-parties as a result of the deferral including any interest. - Thejl ZZlamount of tax relief granted pursuant to this by-law shall form a special lien on the property in priority to every claim, privilege, lien or encumbrance 7.'.'.__'.-:'|'_'-_-.-.':|.u=‘_=.of everyperson except the Crown.and the lien and its priority shall not be lost or impaired by any neglect, omissionor error of the municipality or of any :_.i:1j._——._.-._agent or officer, or by want of registration.
10. '-No tax relief granted pursuant to this by-law shall be allowed to an owner in respect of more real =;.-..-.'.=.':residential property than one (1) single family .-.|.:dwelling unit in any-5year.
11. All applications for tax relief must be in writing on a form prescribed for this E-=i:E_'_'purpose, and must be submitted to the local Municipalityon or before the last day of Febmary in the year for which the application"'.'E='==is made. Applications must:=?'.7.rl_.include documentationin support thereof to establish that"1the applicant is an eligible person, and tht the subject property is eligible property.
12.' NotwithstandingSection 11 above, in 1998applications in respect of 1998
taxes._ be_1-'.'.ru:Ii'-“'-accepted up to May 29, 1998. AGENDA ITEM # ITEM AGENDA AGENDA ITEM #
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