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CANADA: Survey show only 20 per cent of workers want to return to office full-time post-COVID

CANADA: Survey show only 20 per cent of workers want to return to office full-time post-COVID

Only 17 per cent described working from home as somewhat or very negative
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York Region residents age 70+ can book 2nd dose vaccinations now

York Region residents age 70+ can book 2nd dose vaccinations now

The second dose interval was shortened for those aged 80 and older as of Monday, with eligibility initially not expected to expand to another age group until mid-June
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Whitchurch-Stouffville man facing additional charges in historical sexual assault case

Whitchurch-Stouffville man facing additional charges in historical sexual assault case

Police say Wayne Rose was arrested in Manitoba by the RCMP and transferred to Ontario on Monday to face charges
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Sixties Scoop survivor overcame life of pain to become positive community voice, leader

Sixties Scoop survivor overcame life of pain to become positive community voice, leader

'You don’t belong to the white family that raised you and then you go back and don’t belong to the Indigenous family you were taken from,' says Denice Muscat-Joseph
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Have your say on Newmarket's 'unique' bylaw that would ban erotic massage

Have your say on Newmarket's 'unique' bylaw that would ban erotic massage

Public feedback is due by Friday, June 4 for the new rules that allow only regulated health professionals to provide massage services
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Free rapid COVID-19 test kits being offered to Newmarket businesses

Free rapid COVID-19 test kits being offered to Newmarket businesses

About 3,000 tests are being distributed to local employers today alone, says Newmarket chamber CEO
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June is jam-packed with online celebrations in Newmarket

June is jam-packed with online celebrations in Newmarket

It's Recreation and Park Month, Pride Month, National Indigenous History Month, Bike Month, Seniors Month, Water Safety Week and AccessABLITY Awareness Week
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York Region's Liberal MPs recognize inclusivity, resilience during Asian Heritage Month

York Region's Liberal MPs recognize inclusivity, resilience during Asian Heritage Month

'We are so grateful for Asian-Canadians' accomplishment in the country, for their resilient spirit during the challenging time for the past year, and we are always here for Asian-Canadians as we fight against racism and discrimination,' caucus says
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Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place gets $54K boost from province

Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place gets $54K boost from province

This year’s investment focuses on virtual programs such as teleconferences, online videos, one-on-one phone calls to help seniors stay connected from home
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Ontario schools won't be reopening before fall: Premier

Ontario schools won't be reopening before fall: Premier

Students have been out of the classroom since April, there will be remote learning for the rest of the school year
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