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Ontario’s snow contractors are leaving the industry in large numbers as insurance rates soar

Ontario’s private snow contractors are leaving the business left and right as insurance rates continue to soar beyond affordability. Many insurers are no longer offering coverage which has made it even more difficult for contractors to stay in business.


Mississauga turning former nine-hole golf course into 27-acre city park

Although located in one of the city’s fastest growing and busiest areas, the municipality wishes to keep the area as green space. Input from local residents will also be sought to determine what might be desired in a new park.


Brampton’s new accessible Field of Dreams ball diamond ready for play this spring

The Judith Nyman Field of Dreams was a partnership initiative between the city and Peel District School board with additional grant money from the Jays Care Foundation Field of Dreams.


Kamloops is first Canadian city to win two STMA awards in the same year for field grooming

Norbrock Stadium was recognized as the Sports Turf Managers Association’s field of the year in the schools and parks (baseball) category while Tournament Capital Ranch was honoured as field of the year in the schools and parks (softball) category. Norbrock won the same award in 2018.
 
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