The LocalSKIM for Wednesday, September 8

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  • The Federal election is being held on September 20 but those who wish to use mail-in voting must apply online or contact an Elections Canada Office by Tuesday, September 14th. It is expected that more people will use mail in voting due to COVID-19. (610 CKTB)
  • The town of Grimsby has voted against having a vaccination policy for city staff and councillors. Councillor Dave Sharpe said blocking unvaccinated individuals from entering town hall would be similar to not making town hall accessible to people with mobility issues. (Niagara this Week)
  • Niagara Falls federal Liberal candidate Andrea Kaiser has asked the commissioner of Canada Elections to investigate Conservative candidate Tony Baldinelli for improper placement of partisan signs. (Niagara this Week)
  • The new National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to be held on Sept. 30 will not be a provincial statutory holiday in Ontario despite the fact other provinces formally recognized the day, with many schools and public sector workplaces closing. As well, federally regulated workplaces such as banks will be closed on Sept. 30. (CTV News)