Ontario Begins Rollout of COVID-19 Vaccine
Phase One to Vaccinate Frontline Health Care Workers Starting December 15.
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Minister Mendicino announces increased flexibility in Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot and welcomes practical nurses
The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced changes to make the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) more flexible for applicants and welcomed the first two practical nurses under the Pilot to Sault St. Marie.
Ontario Improves Access to French Justice Services in the North
Builds on the government’s commitment to develop a more accessible, responsive and resilient justice system.
Ontario Expands Funding for Supportive Housing
Investments will strengthen supports for individuals with mental health and addictions challenges.
Ontario Extends COVID-19 Orders
Action is taken to protect vulnerable populations and preserve health care capacity.
Ontario Increasing Supports for Young Victims and Survivors of Human Trafficking
Provincial investment to increase survivor-led programming and Indigenous-led services.
Ontario Making It Easier and Safer to Renew Driver's Licences
Province Expanding Online Renewal Options for Drivers.
IRCC announces opening date of special measures for refugee claimants working in health care during the pandemic
The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced today that on December 14, 2020, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will begin accepting applications for permanent residence from refugee claimants who work in Canada’s health-care sector and provide direct care to patients.
Government of Canada invests in Canadian families
The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Ahmed Hussen, announced additional supports for children and families through the Canada Child Benefit and investments in child care.
Ontario Identifies Key Groups for Distribution of Initial COVID-19 Vaccines
Province Ready to Deliver Life-Saving Vaccines to Vulnerable Seniors, Health Workers.