[iv] Since Confederation, the provinces of Quebec and Newfoundland have amended their way out of obligations under section 93, leaving behind only the province of Ontario to exclusively fund a Catholic School system alongside a fully funded secular public school system. Which provinces in Canada have Catholic school boards? Catholic schools in Canada. Note: In […]
Category: Ontario
What Is The Difference Between Applied And Academic Ontario?
In applied courses, familiar, real-life situations will be used to illustrate ideas and students will be given more opportunities to experience hands-on applications of the concepts being studied. In an Academic Course, students will learn the essential concepts of a subject and explore related material. What is higher academic or applied? The main difference is […]
What County Is Fort Erie Ontario In?
Niagara. Fort Erie is also home to other commercial core areas (Bridgeburg, Ridgeway, Stevensville and Crystal Beach) as a result of the 1970 amalgamation of Bertie Township and the village of Crystal Beach with Fort Erie. Fort Erie, Ontario. Fort Erie Country Canada Province Ontario Regional Municipality Niagara Government What country is Fort Erie in? […]
Does Ontario Have Affordable Housing?
Provincial Housing Programs The Province’s housing programs provide subsidized housing to eligible low- and moderate-income households in Ontario. These programs fall under two main categories: social housing and affordable housing. Is there affordable housing in Ontario? Toronto, the province’s largest city by population, has some of the most expensive real estates in Canada, but Ontario […]
What Programs Are Available For Low Income Seniors In Ontario?
The Old Age Security (OAS) program, which provides most Canadians over 65 with a modest pension, is at the top of the list of financial support for seniors. In addition, the federal government offers the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), which can substantially improve the quality of life for low-income seniors. What benefits are available for […]
Why Is There A Housing Crisis In Ontario?
In addition to lack of inventory, there are also shortages of workers, developers, resources and materials, among others. Another factor fuelling this housing crisis is the talent gap. The unemployment-to-job vacancy rate in Canada is at an historic low, meaning there are more jobs that people to work. What is causing the housing crisis in […]
What Is The Canada Ontario Housing Benefit?
A Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit (COHB) provides a monthly benefit payment directly to approved applicant households to assist with the cost of rental housing. The COHB benefit is tied to an applicant household instead of a specific housing unit. How does Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit work? If you are not receiving social assistance – the Canada-Ontario Housing […]
Do Teachers In Ontario Have To Retire At 65?
When should Ontario teachers retire? Ontario teachers typically retire once they’ve reached their “85 Factor” (age + qualifying years = 85) or are at least 65 years of age. According to the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan website, Ontario teachers’ pensions are calculated based on salary and years of credit. Is there a mandatory retirement age […]
Is Ontario Teachers Pension For Life?
Ontario Teachers’ will pay you a lifetime pension when you qualify to retire. We’ll also provide benefits when you die, if you become disabled or permanently leave teaching before retirement age. Is a teachers pension paid for life? Answer: If the member had pensionable employment on or after 1 January 2007 then the adult dependant’s […]
Why Is There A Teacher Shortage In Ontario?
Severe shortage of teachers is due to Ford’s lack of planning, funding. The major challenge facing Ontario school boards is a projected shortfall of $500 million in education funding connected to cuts in hiring teachers and for maintaining programs and services. The pandemic has only served to exacerbate these concerns Is there a demand for […]