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Northern Ontario Municipalities Reject $4.4M Housing Program

4/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities criticized the housing program announced March 30, stating it won't benefit Northern Ontario.
The program allocates $4.4 million over ten years to municipalities that reduce development charges by up to 50% for three years.
NDP MPP France Gélinas is advocating for the 17th attempt at passing anti-scab legislation to prohibit hiring scab workers during strikes in Ontario.

History

Historical Context

Ontario's Labour Relations Act, enacted in 1993, aimed to protect workers during strikes by limiting replacement workers, significantly impacting unions like the Ontario Federation of Labour. This legislation followed a broader trend of labor rights advocacy in Canada. Today, NDP MPP France Gélinas's push for anti-scab legislation highlights ongoing labor disputes and the enduring struggle for worker rights in Northern Ontario.

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Story summary

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities criticized the housing program announced March 30, stating it won't benefit Northern Ontario.
The program allocates $4.4 million over ten years to municipalities that reduce development charges by up to 50% for three years.
NDP MPP France Gélinas is advocating for the 17th attempt at passing anti-scab legislation to prohibit hiring scab workers during strikes in Ontario.

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