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Violence against teachers, staff the ‘new normal’ in classrooms across Ontario

Violence in schools should have Zero tolerance,. Explain the rules to the students. Give them a brief period to get an understanding and then kick the perps out.

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VIDEO: Ontario’s population is only growing older — what’s our plan?

Raise the baby allowance .

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VIDEO: Ford plus Carney equals more housing across Ontario?

They should build tiny house communities for single people and or couples.

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VIDEO: There’s a big difference between ‘Made in Canada’ and ‘Product of Canada’

"Made in Canada from foreign and domestic components."

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Taxpayers group slams Ontario MPPs 'loathsome' new pay raise

OrilliaMatters

I agree with Dennis W.Tie the increase to inflation.The wages in the government sector have got out of control.

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Orillia pushes for GO Transit expansion to connect city to GTA

OrilliaMatters

GO! train!

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Local MPP says controversial FOI changes about 'restoring the balance'

OrilliaMatters

Local commenter to this online publication certainly hates on Doug Ford. Ford is far from perfect but better than what we had before. People have short memories.

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Council to consider reimagined Champlain Monument on Monday

OrilliaMatters

Considering the times we are in, it's probably better to invest the money in making our town better. Maybe buying a new snow plow or road repair equipment?

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'Heartbreaking': Layoff notices given to 99 teachers: union

OrilliaMatters

As I have stated repeatedly here, Canada is suffering from a "Productivity Crisis" .The public servants unions are their own worst enemy.We all need to learn to do more with less.Canada's schools are behind their peers. We need innovation in schools.

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COLUMN: City snow budget is built for a winter that no longer exists

OrilliaMatters

I agree with Susan. Do the basics first, and well. There are far too many people wanting everything from the City.

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THE PAIKIN PODCAST: Can Donald Trump actually kill NATO?

America is no longer a democracy. Trump is unhinged.America is now home to war criminals.

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VIDEO: Trump was the ‘wake-up call’ our economy needed — will we listen?

There are many sides to this story, but one thing is perfectly clear to me. I am curious to why we are still sending money to other countries when our health care system, post secondary education and many other things are a mess. Plus most people are struggling. Canada is no longer a rich country. The solution is to invest in our natural resources and stop spending money we don't have. Just saying.

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'They took our voice': Parents blocked from speaking about changes to gifted student program

OrilliaMatters

Sad.Gifted students help shape and create the future of Canada,

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Ontario PC's party lead over rivals has shrunk, poll shows

OrilliaMatters

Not surprising. However there is no clear frontrunner among the opposition parties.Most people are still feeling the pain and destruction caused by Ms. Wynn and her regime.

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‘It didn’t seem right’: Dead dog found in waste bin near public trail

OrilliaMatters

Last summer an "unhomed" person with their big dod attacked me on my bike in that same exact spot.The dogs owner seemed to be mentally ill and on drugs. I was wondering how they could afford to care for such a big dog.It broke my heart to see.

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Orillia road crews say pothole calls are piling up after wild winter

OrilliaMatters

The "crater" city of Orillia.At least there is a public response from city executive. Hopefully they can get caught up. I am curious to why Orillia has the worst streets I have encountered for a small city.

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'It's a hardship': Roof collapse puts Orillia Corner Market in peril

OrilliaMatters

Excellent idea Danny!

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THE PAIKIN PODCAST: Should federal MPs be allowed to cross the floor?

Good question.I am leaning towards No.

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OSMH CEO reflects on time in Orillia, health-care challenges

OrilliaMatters

He certainly can talk the talk. I would rate our hospital a solid C.But as Joe who commented maybe hire from outside the system.

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