The Toronto Star is reporting"A coalition of farmers, residents and green activists are suing the provincial government for shoving through a gas-fired power plant next to the Holland Marsh."
The article makes mention of the proposed Oakville generation plant.
Peel - Peel Regional Police would like to alert the public to a scam to that is being used to defraud seniors. Since February 2010, there have been five (5) reported incidents, all with the same method of operation.
Typically, a female suspect will select an elderly victim, approach them, and ask for assistance in locating an address. The suspect would then explain how she is a lottery winner, but needs assistance claiming the winnings, as she is an illegal immigrant. The suspect would explain that she needs collateral to claim the prize.
At this point a second suspect, usually a male, would join the first suspect and victim, and advise that he is willing to help. The two suspects would then attempt to talk the victim into withdrawing money from the bank. Typically victims are asked to withdraw amounts ranging from $2,800.00 to $10,000.00 cash.
Once the money is withdrawn, the male suspect would place the money into a bag and exchanges it for another bag that contains newsprint. The bag containing newsprint is given to the victim, who is unaware of the switch. Then, on the way to the lottery office, the male suspect would tell the victim that he needs some stamps and would stop at a local pharmacy. The victim would be asked to go into the store, to purchase the stamps, and the two suspects would flee before the victim returned.
These incidents have occurred in both Mississauga and Oakville, with all five incidents occurring along the Dundas Street corridor. Two incidents occurred in Mississauga, in the area of Dundas Street and Hurontario Street. Investigators suspect that the victims are being targeted in areas that are in close proximity to a pharmacy, so that the suspects can use the guise of buying stamps to flee with the victim's money.
The suspects described in the incidents are both of Hispanic descent. Both the female and the male suspects appear to be in their early 30's to early 40's, 5'2" to 5'7" tall and have accents. In four of the five occurrences, the suspects were driving a silver coloured four-door compact vehicle, similar to a Toyota or Nissan.
The following tips are measures that may be undertaken to prevent this type of deception:
Don't do business with people who approach you first.
If you are asked to sign any cheques or documents, ensure that it is for a legitimate reason. If in doubt, check with a trusted friend, lawyer, accountant or the police.
Never give your credit card number, bank information or social insurance number for "verification" purposes.
Be wary of any "nice" stranger, if the conversation deals with money.
If you, or someone you know, has been victimized in this manner, please contact the Fraud Bureau for assistance.
Investigators would like to speak to anyone who may have information regarding the suspects' identity or whereabouts. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Fraud Bureau at (905) 453-2121, ext. 3335. Information can also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by visiting their website at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca, or by texting "PEEL", followed by your tip, to CRIMES (274637).
BRAMPTON, ON. (July 15, 2010) – The Region of Peel’s Passenger Assistant Program and Dialysis Transportation (Passenger Plus) services will resume in full on Monday, July 19. Red Cross Mississauga-Halton and CUPE reached a settlement that has been ratified. Staff is now making preparations to resume service and will be contacting customers to coordinate travel arrangements.
“The Region is pleased both parties have come to an agreement so our customers can now resume using our Accessible Transportation services,” said Damian Albanese, Transportation Director. “Accessible Transportation services are important to making our community accessible to residents who require specialized transit services.”
The Red Cross is contracted by the Region to deliver the Region’s Passenger Assistant Program and Dialysis Transportation. The Region was not involved in the negotiations. Questions relating to the negotiations should be directed to the respective parties involved.
Accessible Transportation customers can contact the Region’s Accessible Transportation office at 905-791-1015 for more information.
Members of the public are invited to review a draft code of conduct for the Mayor and Members of Council and appointment of an Integrity Commissioner developed by a committee of Council with staff support from the City Manager and CAO and the City Solicitor.
"The draft code proposes rules respecting Members of Council that will work with the Municipal Act, 2001; Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, 1996; Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; Municipal Elections Act, and the Criminal Code of Canada," said City Solicitor Mary Ellen Bench. "The role of the Integrity Commissioner is to provide advice, assistance, and training to Council and investigate and assess complaints regarding an alleged breach of the code. The report was presented to Council in May, and recommends the appointment of an Integrity Commissioner on a part-time basis, and appointed by bylaw to a five year term."
Bench explained the report and code, based on the Municipal Act, 2001 outline various elements found in other codes of conduct from other Ontario cities. Ward 5 Councillor Eve Adams, Ward 8 Councillor Katie Mahoney and Ward 11 George Carlson served on the committee to develop the draft code.
The City of Mississauga's Hurontario/Main Street Study's Master Plan, adopted by Council on July 7th, is on track to further the City's goal of building a transit-oriented city with plans to create a more people-friendly street with a light rail transit (LRT) system.
"Hurontario is an essential north/south route in Mississauga and we look forward to working with Metrolinx and the City of Brampton, to ensure the corridor develops to meets the needs of the residents and businesses that use it," said Mayor Hazel McCallion. "We are doing everything we can to make Mississauga a transit-oriented city and keep our projects on the agenda of funding agencies. Efficient transit is the key to our city’s future and that of the GTA. Regional transit links will connect cities, support future growth, fuel our economies and improve the environment."
The master plan was developed jointly by the City of Mississauga and the City of Brampton to set the framework for the future of this corridor stretching from the waterfront in Port Credit, to downtown Mississauga and into downtown Brampton. Extensive public consultation occurred with residents and businesses from the distinct communities along the corridor. A recent Metrolinx benefit case report endorsed the case for light rail transit technology selection.
"We are excited to begin our work and we are well positioned to move forward with this City building project that blends land use and transit to connect people conveniently with where they live, work, shop or visit," said commissioner of Transportation & Works, Martin Powell. "Our master plan recommendations set the stage for Mississauga and Brampton, working with Metrolinx, to begin building a great street that puts pedestrians and transit users first. We are looking at opportunities on the corridor including job creation and commercial and residential land use. With this plan we will be able to deliver an efficient and well connected corridor."
According to the plan, the LRT would have up to 32 stations located along the 20 kilometre (12.4 miles) corridor. The system would provide faster travel times and improved connections to interregional BRT and GO Rail systems. The estimated cost for the LRT system is estimated at $1.2 billion.
