The National Day of Mourning takes place annually on April 28. The Town of Caledon council, staff and members of the public gathered at Town Hall to pause and observe a moment of silence to honour this important day.

“Today we gathered to renew our commitment to safe workplaces and preventing workplace tragedies,” said Mayor Annette Groves. “The Day of Mourning is a day where we remember and honour workers who have lost their lives or were injured in workplace accidents.”

In 2022, there were 993 workplace fatalities in Canada, with 33 of these deaths young workers aged 15-24, according to the Association of Workers’ Compensation Boards of Canada. In addition, there were 348,747 accepted claims for workplace accidents/injuries. This was an increase of 71,530 from 2021.

The statistics are only part of the story though, as with every worker tragedy there are loved ones, family and friends who are impacted. The National Day of Mourning is a time to also pause and reflect on the impact workplace tragedies and injuries have on those we hold closest.

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Honda is set to build an electric vehicle battery plant next to its Alliston assembly plant.

The automaker said it is going to retool the factory to produce fully electric vehicles, all part of a $15-billion project that could include up to $5 billion of taxpayer dollars. The two plants are expected to create 1,000 jobs on top of retaining the existing 4,200 jobs.

The deal does not involve production subsidies, something that played a big role in attracting two other automakers to build battery plants in Windsor and St. Thomas.  The United States offers manufacturers with incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act.

The federal government is expected to give Honda close to $2.5 billion through tax credits for clean technology manufacturing and electric vehicle supply chain investments. Ontario has committed $2.5 billion directly to cover capital expenses and today’s announcement also said the province will cover site servicing costs.

The $15-billion project includes the retooled plant, an electric vehicle battery plant in the vicinity, and two battery parts facilities located elsewhere in Ontario. No word yet on where they may be.

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Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have charged two people following a break and enter investigation.

On April 22, officers were dispatched to a commercial address on Simpson Road to investigate a theft. The preliminary investigation revealed the crime occurred on April 20. Aluminium products valued at approximately $48,000 were taken.

On April 23 an officer patrolling the Bolton area observed the vehicle seen in the surveillance footage during the break of enter. With the assistance of the Community Street Crime Unit, the two occupants of the vehicle were arrested.

A 28-year-old of Scarborough was charged with break and enter, possession break in instruments, and two counts of failing to comply with a probation order. A 33-year-old Toronto man has been charged with break and enter and possession of break-in instruments.

Both men will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on May 23 to answer to the charges.

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A driver faces impaired charges after a single-vehicle collision last week.

On April 19 shortly after 11:00 p.m., officers from the Caledon OPP received a report that a vehicle was in the ditch on Dixie Road, near Old School Road. The lone occupant of the vehicle sustained minor injuries.

Police say during the investigation officers formed grounds that the driver's ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and he was arrested.

A 36-year-old from Brampton was charged with operation while impaired, operation while impaired with a blood alcohol concentration of 80-plus, and having care or control of a motor vehicle with an open container of liquor.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on May 9 to answer to the charges.

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The Town of Caledon has been recognized for its aquatic lifesaving program by being awarded the Burlington Cup.

The honour comes from the Lifesaving Society, a national organization that leads drowning prevention programs, initiatives, and education across Canada.

The Burlington Cup is awarded to a municipality with the largest lifesaving program in a community with a population between 50,000 and 100,000 in Ontario. The Town of Caledon won the award, in large part, thanks to its free aquatic leadership courses, a program that council strongly endorsed in late 2022 through to 2023. The Town will continue to provide access to training opportunities for all, in Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, National Lifeguard and Swim and Lifesaving Instructor courses, where only material and exam fees apply to participants.

“Winning this award is a fantastic endorsement for the effectiveness of our free aquatic leadership program and the efforts of our team to rebuild our staff after COVID,” said Catherine McLean, Commissioner of Community and Human Services. “We are proud of our training program that not only helps keep Caledon safe but contributes to building future leaders in our community. We are thrilled to have been named the winner of the Burlington Cup.”

The free aquatic leadership program provides training and extends water-safe practices to the community. The town says it also has increased the number of candidates for employment with its aquatic division. This has allowed the town to maintain its workforce and continue to offer programs and services at local pools with little interruption.

The town also participates in National Drowning Prevention Week which takes place annually during the third week of July. This initiative promotes ways that families and those responsible for children can enjoy the warm weather while staying safe around water.

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Headwaters Health Care Centre has announced the launch of its new five-year strategic plan aimed at addressing the evolving health care needs of its growing community.

Headwaters, located in Orangeville, serves a population of over 143,000 people from across Dufferin County and Caledon regions.

“This strategic plan epitomizes our unwavering dedication to the people we serve and to everyone who works and volunteers at our hospital. It reflects our shared values and our commitment to delivering excellent care that makes a meaningful difference in people's lives," says Headwaters president and CEO Kim Delahunt.

Developed collaboratively over several months, the plan has been crafted with the input of nearly 3000 stakeholders. The diverse group includes staff, physicians, volunteers, patients and families, partner organizations, and engaged members of the public, whose firsthand insights have shaped the strategic direction of the hospital.

The vision of "One Community, Caring Together" and the purpose to "Provide Excellent Care, Close to Home," highlight the new document. It outlines four key strategic directions that will guide every aspect of Headwaters' operations, driving positive evolution and innovation in healthcare delivery - Empower Our People, Deliver Patient Centred Quality Care, Get Even Better and Connect Through Partnerships.

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Honda Canada is apparently ready to build an electric vehicle battery plant near its auto manufacturing facility in Alliston. The factory is slated to produce electric vehicles in the future.

The Canadian Press has learned that the federal and Ontario governments will make the announcement this week. Senior sources with information on the project confirmed the deal but were not yet able to give any dollar figures.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford told a First Nations conference Monday morning there will be an announcement this week about a deal that will be double the size of a Volkswagen deal announced last year. The St. Thomas development is estimated to be worth $7 million.

The Honda facility would be the third electric vehicle battery plant in Ontario. The first two are the Volkswagen and Stellantis LG plant in Windsor. Securing those deals included billions of dollars in production subsidies to compete with the United States' Inflation Reduction Act subsidies. The Canadian Press says Honda's is expected to involve capital commitments and tax credits.

Negotiations took a major step forward that July, when Ontario sent a formal letter to Honda Canada, signalling its willingness to offer incentives for a battery plant and EV production. Honda Canada executives then met with Ford in November and December.

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The Town of Caledon has been honored with the prestigious Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Award by Parks and Recreation Ontario for its groundbreaking Diwali Drone Show.

The IDEA Award recognizes individuals and organizations championing equitable access to parks and recreation services, and the Diwali Drone Show perfectly embodies this spirit of inclusion, education, and community engagement. This innovative project not only celebrated the Festival of Lights but also showcased a revolutionary approach to community placemaking and set an example of innovating and responding to our community’s needs while adhering to fireworks bylaw regulations.

"Community events are vital to our community's livability and vitality. They bring us together, celebrate our diversity, and create lasting connections,” said Catherine McLean, Commissioner of Community and Human Services. “The Diwali Drone Show exemplifies our commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community."

The success of the Diwali Drone Show underscores the importance of expanding community events programs, a central pillar of our upcoming Parks and Recreation Strategy. By listening to residents, embracing innovation, and fostering collaboration, we continue to enhance the quality of life for all Caledon residents.

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Peel is again offering residents free confidential paper shredding next month. The service will be available at three Community Recycling Centres (CRCs).

May 4 is at the Fewster CRC, Heart Lake is hosting an event on May, and May 25 occurs at the Bolton CRC.

Paper shredding on these dates will be available during regular business hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Residents can bring unbound paper documents such as taxes, bills, income statements, and personal information.

The region says in order to keep traffic flow moving quickly and efficiently, participants will not be able to stay and watch their documents be shredded.

Along with your papers, residents are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate to a local food bank. Regular fees apply to all other items brought to the CRCs for disposal.

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Support staff at the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board are not hitting the picket lines.

The school board has reached a tentative agreement with the Dufferin-Peel Educational Resource Workers Association, the union representing education resources workers and designated early childhood educators.

“We value our relationships with our bargaining units and are pleased to be able to make this announcement,” said Marianne Mazzorato, director of education. “This is great news for parents, guardians, students and staff alike, and ensures a continuity of learning with no disruption to services.”

The union, which represents 1,200 staff at the school board, had announced its intent to take strike action in late March. The plan was to walk off the job one day a week beginning the last week of April.

The tentative agreement does need to be ratified by both sides.

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