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Cost of raising a child report raises questions
A new report from the Fraser Institute indicates the cost of child-raising in Canada is only $3,000-$4,500 a year. Their research, however, does not include the cost of childcare which would automatically increase the cost by another $4,000 – $5,000 a year. Hear what else is troubling about this report in a chat between CHML’s …
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Deirdre Pike on Vital Signs (Video)
Deirdre Pike speaks with Terry Cooke, host of Vital Signs on Cable 14, and Duane Dahl, Assistant Director from the Kiwanis Boys and Girls Club about youth in Hamilton and what is impacting their well-being, particular mental health issues. Deirdre expresses continued concern for LGBTQ youth who do not receive support through Positive Space Groups …
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Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program Workshop
The Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) in partnership with the Immigrant Women’s Centre (IWC) are holding a workshop on Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program. Get information from key presenters about support programs, eligibility, and how to apply. Thursday, August 22, 20131:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Riverdale Community Centre150 Violet Drive, Hamilton(Childcare and …
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Road map pitched for complete streets
By Matthew Van Dongen A social planning agency is pitching a citywide “complete streets” strategy to cut health and economic disparities between neighbourhoods. The concept of complete streets — designed to cater to all users, not just cars — is gaining traction as a planning principle in Hamilton. Councillors endorsed a holistic transportation plan this …
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