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Unique ways to support workers who have been laid off or furloughed
Small businesses have been hit especially hard by the outbreak of the Covid-19 virus. According to a survey of more that 500 small...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
How businesses can stay connected while working remotely
Many businesses have long allowed staff to work remotely. Whether employees work from home full-time, part-time or simply when the need...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
How to support local businesses during mandatory restrictions
The outbreak of the Covid-19 throughout Canada in March 2020 transformed lives in ways many might never have imagined possible. Social...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
Ontario Delivering Support to Agricultural and Horticultural Societies
The Ontario government is providing $5 million to support the province’s Agricultural and Horticultural Societies impacted by the...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
3 must known supports for farmers
(NC) The disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has put new stresses on the agriculture and agri-food industries, and farmers are...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
How census data helps Canadian farmers
(NC) With the pandemic continuing to influence how we shop and prepare meals for our families, national agriculture and sustainable local...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
OFA supports AG-Sector Leadership with additional $10,000 contribution to AALP Class 18
GABE FERGUSON, Leadership Programs Director, Rural Ontario Institute The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has kicked off...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
Vital resource helps farmers through tough times
(NC) Cashflow is a major challenge for any business, but farmers can be especially vulnerable to declines. A volatile climate and the...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20211 min read
Ontario Supporting Local Horse Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
CHRISTINE BUJOLD, Office of MPP Laurie Scott The new Equine Hardship Program, launched today, will provide individual businesses offering...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
How your taxes could be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
(NC) This year’s tax season is unique and could also be very confusing, especially with several measures introduced by the government to...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
Covid-19 benefits and your taxes
(NC) It’s been a challenging year, with the government providing financial support to many Canadians during the pandemic. As you prepare...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20211 min read
Tips for Business Leaders to Start the Year off Right
LEON GOREN, PEO Leadership As a new year gets underway, many business leaders are pondering what lies ahead in the upcoming year. The...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20214 min read
As Unemployment Soars, Home Care Job Opportunities Abound in Durham Region
CATHY DOW Home Instead DURHAM: The nation’s unemployment rate reaching its highest point in history this year, 13.7 percent in May, job...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
Who’s hiring in Canada?
(NC) The impact of COVID-19 on Canada’s job market has left many of us reeling. Steady work can feel out of reach sometimes, but if you...
Colleen Green
Jan 28, 20212 min read
With baking and investing, the right mix is key
(NC) What does a festive delicacy like fruitcake have in common with investing? More than you might think, according to RBC Direct...
Colleen Green
Jan 21, 20212 min read
Your financial goals may have changed – here’s how to reach them
(NC) During this trying time, your financial priorities may have changed. This could be an opportunity to reassess your financial goals...
Colleen Green
Jan 21, 20211 min read


How to help aging adults adapt to technology
Children, adolescents and young adults likely cannot imagine a life without modern technology. Technology may have pervaded every part of...
Colleen Green
Jan 21, 20212 min read


Uxbridge Recreation Announces New Senior’s Program
UXBRIDGE: The Township of Uxbridge, in collaboration with the Uxbridge Seniors Citizens Club, is excited to announce the Seniors’ Centre...
Colleen Green
Jan 21, 20212 min read


The Standard Year in Review
JANUARY 2020 opens with new parking situation at Mary Street lot SCUGOG: A deal which allowed public use of the eastern portion of the...
Colleen Green
Jan 7, 202136 min read


Ontario Adding Over 64 Hospital Beds in the Durham Region
ALEEM SUFI, Office of MPP Peter Bethlenfalvy DURHAM: The Ontario government is providing $116.5 million to create up to 766 more beds at...
Colleen Green
Dec 17, 20203 min read
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