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Hamilton Spectator
30-07-2025
- Politics
- Hamilton Spectator
Renowned Political Journalist Vassy Kapelos Joins Community Living Toronto's Patron's Council
TORONTO, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Community Living Toronto is proud to welcome Vassy Kapelos, acclaimed political journalist and national television and radio host, as the newest member of its Patron's Council — a group of distinguished leaders who lend their influence and voice to champion the rights and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities. A respected name in Canadian journalism, Kapelos brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to civic engagement. She is currently the Chief Political Correspondent for CTV news, hosts Question Period on CTV, Power Play on CTV News Channel, and The Vassy Kapelos Show on the iHeartRadio Canada Talk Network. 'It's an honour to join Community Living Toronto's Patron's Council. I was first introduced to the organization over 20 years ago as a volunteer where we rowed with participants of the youth to work program, and that early experience left a lasting impression,' said Vassy Kapelos. 'Their mission to build a society where everyone belongs and is valued resonates deeply with me, and I am looking forward to support their work and amplify their impact.' The Patron's Council plays a vital role in increasing awareness, advancing public policy, and mobilizing resources that help support over 4,000 people with intellectual disabilities and their families across the city. Council members serve as champions of inclusion and change, helping to break down barriers and foster understanding. 'We are thrilled to welcome Vassy Kapelos to our Patron's Council,' said John Tory, Chair of the Patron's Council. 'Vassy's national presence, credibility, and passion for civic leadership will bring fresh energy to our mission. Her support helps us continue shaping a future where people with an intellectual disability are fully included and respected.' Brad Saunders, CEO, Community Living Toronto, echoed the sentiment: 'Vassy's experience and advocacy are powerful additions to our efforts. Her understanding of policy and people will help us open more doors in the media, in our communities, and in decision-making spaces.' Board Chair Stephanie Gawur added: 'Vassy embodies the kind of leadership we need at this moment — informed, principled, and compassionate. We are fortunate to welcome her as we continue to grow our impact and deepen our commitment to belonging.' Kapelos joined Community Living Toronto's Patron's Council on June 20, 2025. About the Patron's Council The Patron's Council plays a crucial role in supporting Community Living Toronto's mission of fostering inclusive communities by supporting the rights and choices of people with an intellectual disability. Established in 1998, to celebrate Community Living Toronto's 50th anniversary, the Council collaborates with community partners, business leaders, and philanthropists to make a significant impact on the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The Council members have shown exemplary leadership, dedication, and vision in making an impact both within and beyond the Community Living Toronto community. About Community Living Toronto Celebrating 75 years of belonging, Community Living Toronto has long been a source of support for people with an intellectual disability and their families. Community Living Toronto offers a wide range of services including respite, person-directed planning, employment supports, supported living, and community-based activities. Community Living Toronto is proud to support over 4,000 individuals and their families in more than 80 locations across Toronto. The 'community living movement' began with families who wanted their children to live in the community, rather than institutions. Today, Community Living Toronto continues to advocate for inclusive communities and support the rights and choices of people with an intellectual disability. Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
CTV News
29-07-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Ontario launching $260-million round of funding for skills development
PC MPP David Piccini attends Question Period at Queen's Park in Toronto on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston TORONTO — Ontario has opened up applications for a $260-million round of funding to train workers. Labour Minister David Piccini says the funds can be used for innovative projects in health care, manufacturing, construction and the automotive sector, among other skilled trades. This is the sixth iteration of the skills development fund from Doug Ford's Progressive Conservative government. Piccini says the province plans to keep building as it continues its infrastructure push, with numerous highway, hospital and long-term care projects in the works. Piccini has also announced the recipients of a $20-million investment that was part of the last round of skills funding, which includes money for youth, manufacturing and hospitality workers as well as for health care workers such as nurses. Ford has pitched even more infrastructure projects going forward as a way to offset an economic downturn created by U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 29, 2025. Liam Casey, The Canadian Press
Toronto Star
29-07-2025
- Politics
- Toronto Star
Ontario launching $260-million round of funding for skills development
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The Star
17-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Economic uncertainty cannot be new norm, says Canada at G20
FILE PHOTO: Canada's Minister of Finance Francois-Philippe Champagne speaks during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada May 29, 2025. REUTERS/Blair Gable/File Photo DURBAN (Reuters) -Major economies cannot allow uncertainty to become the new norm even though they face a novel world of growing trade restrictions and tariffs, Canada's finance minister said on Thursday. G20 finance ministers and central bankers meeting near Durban face a challenge to produce a final communique at a meeting overshadowed by Donald Trump's tariffs and in the absence of U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Canada's Francois-Philippe Champagne told Reuters he was cautiously optimistic a final communique would be agreed, but that the G20 of large developed and developing countries had in any case to send a clear message. "We cannot allow uncertainty to become the new certainty. Uncertainty is the word that came probably the most in the discussions today," he said at the end of the first day of the July 17-18 G20 meeting. Champagne saw a major rebalancing of trade due to restrictions and tariffs that would lead to diversification, different alliances and even new shipping lanes. The minister, who will also chair a G7 meeting on Friday morning, said he wanted the G20 to end with statements that restored business and consumer confidence, saying there were a number of things nations could collectively work on to do so. This included infrastructure investment and African development, describing the continent as "in many ways the future", with a fast-growing $3.4 trillion economy and a rapidly expanding young population who needed to be given opportunities. "The three pillars that attract investment are stability, predictability and the rule of law. And we need to work on that. I've even invited a number of African countries to formalise growing investment protection agreement," he said. "We want to see a flow of investments. We need to tackle that to provide investors the kind of confidence they need to invest." (Reporting by Philip Blenkinsop; Editing by Sandra Maler)
Straits Times
17-07-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Economic uncertainty cannot be new norm, says Canada at G20
FILE PHOTO: Canada's Minister of Finance Francois-Philippe Champagne speaks during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada May 29, 2025. REUTERS/Blair Gable/File Photo DURBAN - Major economies cannot allow uncertainty to become the new norm even though they face a novel world of growing trade restrictions and tariffs, Canada's finance minister said on Thursday. G20 finance ministers and central bankers meeting near Durban face a challenge to produce a final communique at a meeting overshadowed by Donald Trump's tariffs and in the absence of U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Canada's Francois-Philippe Champagne told Reuters he was cautiously optimistic a final communique would be agreed, but that the G20 of large developed and developing countries had in any case to send a clear message. "We cannot allow uncertainty to become the new certainty. Uncertainty is the word that came probably the most in the discussions today," he said at the end of the first day of the July 17-18 G20 meeting. Champagne saw a major rebalancing of trade due to restrictions and tariffs that would lead to diversification, different alliances and even new shipping lanes. The minister, who will also chair a G7 meeting on Friday morning, said he wanted the G20 to end with statements that restored business and consumer confidence, saying there were a number of things nations could collectively work on to do so. This included infrastructure investment and African development, describing the continent as "in many ways the future", with a fast-growing $3.4 trillion economy and a rapidly expanding young population who needed to be given opportunities. "The three pillars that attract investment are stability, predictability and the rule of law. And we need to work on that. I've even invited a number of African countries to formalise growing investment protection agreement," he said. "We want to see a flow of investments. We need to tackle that to provide investors the kind of confidence they need to invest." REUTERS
