Events
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You’re Invited – Monday November 29
Join us for a Community Briefing and 2011 Provincial Budget and Election Strategy Discussion
Monday, November 29th
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Church of the Holy Trinity
10 Trinity Square, Toronto (near the Eaton Centre)
25 in 5 will release our second annual report – “Building A Resilient Ontario: From Poverty Reduction to Economic Opportunity”. The report tracks the progress of the Ontario government in meeting its poverty reduction commitments.
The South entrance to the church is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible facilities on the main floor. Light refreshments will be served.
Please RSVP to Mary Micallef at (416) 351-0095 x…
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ISAC Forum on Social Assistance
Time for a Bold Review: Making Social Assistance Meet the Poverty Reduction Test will be held on June 23rd and will feature Angela Robertson, Judy Rebick, Crystal Chin and Marion Overholt.
Tagged with: Social Assistance • Social Assistance Review
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October 1, 2010Ontario is expanding free dental services for poor children to include preventative care such as check-ups, cleanings, X-rays and fillings, the Star has learned.
Health Minister Deb Matthews will announce Friday that the “healthy smiles” program — costing taxpayers $45 million annually — is designed to help 130,000 kids aged 17 and under.
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- How Will the Budget Stimulus Work When Central Bank Rates Are Close To Zero?
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