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Durham College to provide e-Learning for nurses
OSHAWA, Ont. � Ontario has awarded a $1-million contract to Durham College to design an innovative critical care nursing e-Learning solution for the province.
The multi-faceted educational initiative is part of the provincial government�s Critical Care Strategy and is intended to improve the quality of nursing care in Ontario�s hospitals. Durham College will use an innovative training model to offer a new Critical Care Nursing e-Learning Graduate Certificate program to current and future critical care nurses across the province.
�Durham College has been providing high-quality education to nurses for over 30 years,� said Leah Myers, president of Durham College. �We are also a leader in innovative curriculum delivery and the use of technology in teaching. I am delighted that the Ontario government has recognized our commitment to excellence and innovation by awarding the college the provincial mandate for this best-in-class training initiative to meet this important healthcare priority. More>>
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TheStar.com | Ontario | TTC suspects province is plotting a takeover
One step closer to rationalizing a system that involves nine transit authorities. Easier for commuters to cross city and regional borders.
Improve fairness of service across the GTA.
A stronger voice for funding at Queen's Park.
Standardized fare system.
Cost savings with bulk buys of equipment.
Would help Toronto to cut costs.
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TTC service in low-demand areas may suffer as priorities shift to 905 region.
Loss of autonomy by the GTA's largest transit system.
Possible loss of iconic symbolism for TTC.
Opens door to zoned fare system, which punishes people in outlying areas.
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NAB has links with Allco
NATIONAL Australia Bank says it is not a direct lender to Allco Finance Group, but has lending relationships with entities associated with the finance house. NAB said it had provided a margin loan facility of about $110 million to Allco Principle Investment, which is one of Allco's major shareholders. "No shares have been sold under this facility and at this stage no material loss is anticipated,'' NAB said in a statement to the Australian Stock Exchange. NAB said it also had a $95 million fully secured facility with property investor Rubicon Holdings, which was recently acquired by Allco. NAB said $65 million of the $95 million was drawn. The bank said it had other lending relationships to entities in which API or Rubicon-held equity interests. "These loans are secured, all are performing and are on normal commercial terms,'' NAB said. More>>