News & Updates - April, 2016

News about and for newcomers to Ontario and the latest updates from Settlement.Org.

Friday, April 29 2016
- Review of Police Oversight AgenciesOntario is carrying out an independent review of the three agencies that oversee the conduct of police. The review will be led by the Honourable Michael H. Tulloch and will include public recommendations to the Attorney General.
Wednesday, April 27 2016
- Keep Your Vaccinations Up-To-DateOntario's Chief Medical Officer of Health is reminding Ontarians to protect themselves and their families against vaccine-preventable diseases this National Immunization Awareness Week.
Wednesday, April 27 2016
- Official Launch of the Refugee Summer ProgramThis summer, the Ontario Camps Association (OCA) is offering 350 free spots to refugee children in Canadian summer camps across the country.
Tuesday, April 26 2016
- Health and Safety Video Contest WinnersThe winners of the “It’s Your Job” youth video contest have been announced. As part of this contest, high school students created videos about workplace safety. The contest is administered by the Ministry of Labour.
Tuesday, April 26 2016
- Ontario Expands Free Dental Care for Eligible Children and YouthThe Healthy Smiles Program has expanded to cover more children from low-income families. The program offers free preventive, routine, emergency and essential care dental services.
Monday, April 25 2016
- Settlement.Org Discussion Forum Reaches 31,000 MembersSettlement.Org's Discussion Forum now has 31,000 members. The forum has been a major part of Settlement.Org since the website was created in 2003.
Thursday, April 21 2016
- Ontario's HPV Vaccine Program to Include BoysOntario is expanding its publicly funded immunization program to help protect more youth from Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection and related cancers. Starting in September, Ontario will offer the cancer-fighting HPV vaccine to boys as well as girls.
Thursday, April 21 2016
- Know Your Consumer Rights with Door-to-Door Sales CompaniesA company that sells water heaters, furnaces and air conditioners door-to-door has been charged under the Consumer Protection Act. If you feel that a company has not acted in an ethical way, you can file a consumer complaint.
Wednesday, April 20 2016
- Give Your Opinion on Payday Loan CostsThe Province of Ontario would like to know your thoughts on how much borrowers should pay for payday loan services. Feedback will be accepted until May 20, 2016.
Monday, April 18 2016
- Ontario Celebrates Earth Week April 18-22Take advantage of Earth Week to help fight climate change and care for our planet. Read some helpful tips to help you reduce your impact on the environment.
Thursday, April 14 2016
- Ontario Passes BudgetThe provincial budget has now been passed. The budget aims to create jobs and economic growth. Among other items, it includes changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and implements the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (ORPP).
Wednesday, April 13 2016
- Immigrant Award Accepting VotesVoting for the RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrants Award has started. You can vote until May 13, 2016.
Tuesday, April 12 2016
- Ontario announces more than 20 workplace blitzes to ensure workplace safetyTo help protect workers, Ontario will launch more than 20 targeted workplace blitzes from May 2, 2016 to March 31, 2017.
Friday, April 8 2016
- IRCC Application Fees Within Canada Must Now be Made OnlineAs of April 1, 2016, application fee payments made within Canada must be made online through the IRCC e-payment tool.
Wednesday, April 6 2016
- New Online Pre-Arrival Employment ServicePrepCan, a new pre-arrival service for newcomers approved to come to Canada (PR visa holders) has been launched. Eligible users can visit www.PrepCan.ca to access free online career preparation services.
Tuesday, April 5 2016
- Ontario Launches New Youth Jobs ProgramOntario has launched, Youth Job Link, a new youth employment program that will help young people ages 15-29 plan their careers, prepare for the labour market and connect to job opportunities.
Tuesday, April 5 2016
- Changes to the Interim Federal Health ProgramThe Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) has expanded to cover more individuals. It now offers coverage for resettled refugees, protected persons, refugee claimants, victims of human trafficking and people detained by the Canada Border Services Agency.
Friday, April 1 2016
- Legal Aid Eligibility Criteria ExpandedThe financial eligibility threshold for Legal Aid Ontario services has increased by 6%. Legal Aid Ontario provides low-income people with access to legal services in areas such as criminal, family, immigration, mental health and poverty law.
Friday, April 1 2016
- New Consultations Directory and Public Engagement FrameworkOntario's new online Public Consultations Directory provides information on how to participate in consultations and find out the results of past consultations. The Province of Ontario has also released a new Public Engagement Framework.

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