The Orillia township school board cited reasons for rejecting Orillia's annexation bid. These reasons were hardship on the township school system and the need to build an unbudgeted school.

The hearing into Orillia's bid to take in 3,000 acres of Orillia township ended today. A decision will be made soon.

Orillia's annexation hearing costs about $3,000 per day.

The Orillia Public School Board is sitting on an option for a school site they will need only if annexation goes through, but not if it fails.

Annexation of Orillia Township would result in an increase in the tax rate in the rest of the township.

Orillia industrialist opposes Orillia's annexation plans.

Industrialists oppose Orillia's annexation plans.

Orillia Rotarians to help canvass for Simcoe University.

Concerns the economic realities of Orillia annexing Orillia Township.

Committee satisfied with sites proposed for WLU campus.