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OCASI welcomes North Bay City Council decision on Permanent Resident Vote

Policy: 
Legislation & Public Policies
Type: 
Article

May 14, 2015/Toronto – OCASI is delighted at the Monday, May 11, 2015 decision by North Bay City Council to support the right of permanent residents to vote in municipal and school board elections.

The successful vote is a strong expression of support for immigrant settlement and integration, and making local elections more inclusive and representative.

OCASI congratulates Don Curry of the North Bay and District Multicultural Centre and OCASI's Northern Regional Director for his determined and unwavering efforts over two years, resulting in the win at City Council.

Message from the Executive Director - May 2015

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Executive Director's Message
Earlier this year, Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne and Minister of Education Liz Sandals unveiled the new health and human development (Sex Education) curriculum for our public (including Catholic) elementary and secondary schools. A version of this curriculum was first announced about four years ago but was shelved by then Premier McGuinty after some political push back by some religious and parents groups.

Toronto Newcomer Day - May 29, 2015

Type: 
Announcement

The City of Toronto, and the Toronto Newcomer Leadership Table would like to invite you to attend the first annual Toronto Newcomer Day on Friday, May 29th at Nathan Phillips Square from 11:30am-3:00pm.

Newcomer Day is an opportunity to welcome newcomers to our city, celebrate and acknowledge their many contributions.

Make it a field trip and bring your LINC classes, support groups, youth and seniors!

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