Government of Ontario
The Government of Ontario is responsible for a wide range of services and areas that directly affect people living in the province. These responsibilities include:
Health Care
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Hospitals
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Health insurance (like OHIP)
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Long-term care homes
Education
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Public schools (elementary & high school)
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Colleges and universities
Transportation
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Highways and major roads
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Driver’s licenses and vehicle plates
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Public transit like GO trains
Environment & Natural Resources
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Provincial parks
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Forests, mining, and energy
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Protecting the environment
Jobs & Social Services
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Help for people looking for work
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Welfare and disability support
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Child and family services
Justice & Safety
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Provincial police (OPP)
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Courts and jails
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Legal aid
Housing & Cities
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Affordable housing programs
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Working with towns and cities
Taxes & Budget
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Collecting provincial taxes (like part of HST)
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Managing the province’s money

Contact Economic Development
Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
P: 705-743-0380 Ext. 2600
1-800-710-8586
ecdev@ptbocounty.ca
12 Queen St.
Lakefield, ON K0L 2H0
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