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Why is there still no new plan to help Ontarians with disabilities get out of some buildings in an emergency?

Why is there still no new plan to help Ontarians with disabilities get out of some buildings in an emergency?

The most recent review of the Ontario government’s progress on implementing the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act considered the current state of emergency procedures for people with disabilities an immediate safety threat. But almost a year and a half after receiving the report, the province hasn’t updated its emergency protocols. 

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NATO stepping up naval patrols as Finland investigates possible sabotage of undersea cables
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December 27, 2024

NATO stepping up naval patrols as Finland investigates possible sabotage of undersea cables

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Friday that the military…

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Pair of Florida tourist spots pause drone shows after holiday accident injures boy
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December 27, 2024

Pair of Florida tourist spots pause drone shows after holiday accident injures boy

A theme park resort and a huge hotel in central…

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Another man over age 50 found dead outdoors in N.S., prompting calls for more mental health resources
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December 27, 2024

Another man over age 50 found dead outdoors in N.S., prompting calls for more mental health resources

Halifax Regional Police are investigating the death of a man…

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Israeli army forcibly evacuates north Gaza hospital, ministry says staff out of contact
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December 27, 2024

Israeli army forcibly evacuates north Gaza hospital, ministry says staff out of contact

Israeli forces on Friday raided the Kamal Adwan Hospital, one…

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No commitment from Trump team to drop tariff threat after meeting with Joly, LeBlanc in Florida
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December 27, 2024

No commitment from Trump team to drop tariff threat after meeting with Joly, LeBlanc in Florida

Two of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s top cabinet ministers met…

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Residents of fire-ravaged Jasper enter new year with hope, anxiety
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December 27, 2024

Residents of fire-ravaged Jasper enter new year with hope, anxiety

Temporary housing and what may be a slow rebuilding process…

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Olympic hammer throw champion Ethan Katzberg wins CP male athlete of the year
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December 27, 2024

Olympic hammer throw champion Ethan Katzberg wins CP male athlete of the year

A history-making medal helped sway voters choosing who would win…

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How this Vancouver developer turned a unicycling obsession into a video game
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December 27, 2024

How this Vancouver developer turned a unicycling obsession into a video game

A video game released earlier this year allows users to…

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Why women in rural Ontario are at growing risk of domestic violence
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December 27, 2024

Why women in rural Ontario are at growing risk of domestic violence

Advocates say domestic violence is increasing in rural southwestern Ontario…

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