Pilot to combat gender‑based violence in Grenville
Kristy Masson
In response to the heightened discussions on women's safety and gender‑based violence, Genvis, a female‑founded tech company, has announced the commencement of a...
Is COVID-19 Hitting Rural Employment harder?
from the Rural Ontario Institute
Early data suggest the reverse. According to statistician Ray D. Bollman, the percent decline in urban employment from February to...
Ontario extends Emergency Orders
The Ontario government has extended all emergency orders in force under s.7.0.2 (4) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act until June 9.
Current...
North Grenville and Merrickville-Wolford get funds for infrastructure
Local MPP, Steve Clark, has announced funding to local municipalities under the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund totalling almost $4 million. The money has...
UCDSB calls for Royal Commission to look at future of education in Ontario
The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) board of trustees passed a motion at their April 7 meeting calling on the Ontario government to...
United Counties Council report
The highlights of the regular United Counties of Leeds and Grenville Council Meeting held on Thursday, February 24, as well as the Committee of...
Plank by plank, help Baxter build a better boardwalk for all
by the RVC Foundation
Plank by plank, together we can bridge the gap in accessibility at Baxter Conservation Area. The popular hiking destination in south...
Water levels elevated across Rideau Valley watershed
by the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
Although much of the snow has already melted, some snow remains in the watershed, especially in the upper Rideau Valley...
Province provides funding for retirement homes
The Ontario government has announced that it is investing up to $95,695 in nine licenced retirement homes in Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes. This...
Around the World in Canada
Canada is a country drawing its people from all over the world, and an event in Brockville last week celebrated just a few of...