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OGVG applauds province for hydro announcement
LEAMINGTON – The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) have issued a statement applauding the Ontario government’s announcement of the development of five new electricity transmission infrastructure projects across Southwest Ontario. The government announced Monday that they had issued an Order-in-Council declaring three transmission line projects as priorities, streamlining the Ontario Energy Board’s (OEB) regulatory approval process for these lines. The priority declaration requires the OEB to accept that the three initial lines are needed when assessing whether the projects are in the public interest, expediting the review process so projects can be brought online earlier.
The Minister of Energy also directed the OEB to amend the transmission license of Hydro One Networks Inc. (Hydro One), requiring it to undertake development work and seek approvals for four of the identified transmission lines. Hydro One was previously designated as the transmitter for the Chatham-to-Lakeshore line in 2020. “The Minister smartly pointed out that Ontario’s clean electricity system, which is more than 90 per cent emission free, is a competitive advantage,” said the statement. “With new transmission projects often facing lengthy development times, these actions will ensure that transmission infrastructure can meet the needs of Southwest Ontario, giving businesses the confidence to expand or invest in
NEW EXHIBITIONS onVIEW 24th ANNUAL JURIED STUDENT ART SHOW Generously sponsored by the Rotary Club of Leamington and the Kiwanis Club, the LAC presents the 24th annual Juried Student Art Show, this astonishing exhibit features a record 435 of the regions best work by secondary students. A NEW BEGINNING: Rosalyn Raymont Bold abstract paintings representing new beginnings.
UPcoming COMMUNITY MURAL MOSAIC PROJECT
Purchase a kit from the LAC and be part of our community Mural Mosaic Project! Each kit contains all the materials to paint a tile. Once finished, your tile will be part of an 8x9' mosaic located in uptown Leamington. Grab yours today! ARTS @ THE MARINA: ATTENTION ARTISANS July 2 & 3, the annual outdoor arts and crafts show is returning! Space still available! Open to all forms of arts and crafts, food and beverage vendors, including wineries and breweries. Visit our website for more info + sign up today! Also seeking event sponsors to help support this family friendly community event.
LAC FUNDRAISER: CRAVE BAR & PUB
EAT at CRAVE on Tues, April 26 from 11am - 8pm and a portion of your total bill will go to the LAC - NO EXTRA COST TO YOU! Save the date, bring friends or buy your workplace lunch. Help us make a the day great for CRAVE & the LAC The LAC is a not-for profit organization reliant on community support:
Municipality of Leamington/The Southpoint Sun/Don Waffle Family/ Honey Family Foundation/ WindsorEssex Community Foundation/Susan Ross
CHATHAM-KENT — Dr. David Colby, Chatham-Kent’s Medical Officer of Health, has announced that he will be retiring at the end of the year. Dr. Colby has served as Chatham-Kent’s Medical Officer of Health since 2003. A media release sent out by the municipality praised Dr. Colby for his work throughout the pandemic. “His dedication to the health and wellbeing of Chatham-Kent and to its citizens has been demonstrated time and time
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Caring for someone with dementia is a full time job that needs tremendous patience, understanding, flexibility and most of all, help! Our programs help! We all have a role to play in making our community better for people living with dementia and their families. Please help us help those living with dementia in our community by making a donation today.
Monday, April 11th – Thursday, April 14th Come out and enjoy the great outdoors at Jack Miner. Grounds and trails are open from sunrise to sunset. Museum/House closed.
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again but never as much as during the last two years,” said the release. “Dr. Colby’s leadership throughout the pandemic has been exemplary.” “Dr. Colby’s leadership throughout his time as our Medical Officer of Health has been commendable,” said Joe Faas, Chair of the Board of Health. “On behalf of the board, staff and the community, I thank Dr. Colby for his years of dedication and service to Chatham-Kent.” Recruitment for a new Medical Officer of Health will begin shortly.
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their operations and create new jobs.” “We commend the Government of Ontario for their efforts to create the conditions for economic prosperity. The greenhouse sector remains an opportunity for the province to continue to grow fresh produce for local and export markets. Addressing future energy requirements will be a key component for success so we are especially appreciative of today’s announcement,” said George Gilvesy, Chair of OGVG. “OGVG and its membership are pleased to see Ontario prioritizing investments in infrastructure that benefit local businesses, agriculture, and the community at large,” addd Joe Sbrocchi, General Manager of OGVG.
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