Version française ci-dessou The phenomenon of bank closures is becoming a common occurrence in many small Canadian towns. Here in Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing we are no different. The trend to other forms of banking such as what is available online may have appeal for some people, but not [Read more]
GREENSTONE, ON – An ongoing Ontario Provincial Police investigation has led to charges filed against a pair of people. The investigation started on February 7, 2017, when Greenstone Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation into a report of a group of neglected dogs located at a [Read more]
Today, the Honorable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, issued the following statement regarding the Government’s tabling of a motion to reject the Senate’s amendments to Bill C-4:@PattyHajdu @MinWorkDev @psacnat @PSPC_SPAC @CdnPolitico @cdnpolinews [Read more]
QUEEN’S PARK, ON – On Thursday, Jamie-Lee Ball – a patient turned patient-advocate after a horrific experience in an Ontario hospital – joined NDP Leader Andrea Horwath at Queen’s Park to fight for an end to hallway medicine. Together, they called on Premier Kathleen Wynne to make it a [Read more]
“Man’s best friend”. That phrase is commonly used to describe the close relationship between dogs and humans. To many, their dog is not just a pet- it is a part of the family. Dogs are by your side when times are tough and, on the other hand, they are an integral part of all joyous [Read more]
Thunder Bay, ON – The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Superior North, and Don Rusnak, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Rainy River, today issued the following statement following the imposition by the U.S. Department of Commerce of duties on imports of certain [Read more]
Statement from MPP Kathryn McGarry; “Our government fully supports our forestry sector and the critical role it plays in the success of the provincial economy. Generating over $15.5 billion in revenues and supporting approximately 172,000 direct and indirect jobs, the sector is a significant [Read more]
Province Introducing New Measures to Protect Good Jobs Premier Kathleen Wynne is standing with Ontario’s forest products workers and the communities that rely on this important sector. The Premier, along with Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry Kathryn McGarry, is taking action to [Read more]
Almost two months after the conclusion of the 2017 Academy Awards, the final nominee is the best picture category finally debuts on DVD and Blu-Ray this week. Lion, Arrival, Fences, Hacksaw Ridge, Hell or High Water, Hidden Figures and Manchester By the Sea are all currently available to rent at [Read more]
Séance régulière du conseil qui aura lieu à 18 h 30, le mardi 25 avril 2017 Regular Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. OUVERTURE / CALL TO ORDER PRÉSENCE / ROLL CALL APPEL ET DÉCLARATION D’INTÉRÊT PÉCUNIAIRE / DECLARATION OF CONFLICT ADOPTION DE L’ORDRE [Read more]
KAPUSKASING, ON – The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) President, Mayor Alan Spacek of Kapuskasing attended a federal government announcement and met with the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, Honourable Navdeep Bains along with MP – [Read more]
CHAPLEAU, ON – On Sunday April 23, 2017, at approximately 7:00 am members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East Chapleau Detachment responded to a local residence regarding a break and enter in progress incident. At the scene police observed a male and a female exiting the [Read more]
The Northern Ontario Party continues to build strength for the 2018 election The Northern Ontario Party continues to make history and this weekend was no exception. Trevor Holliday and The NOP executive board, are proud to announce the formation of not one, but two more Riding Associations for [Read more]
Giving More People an Opportunity to Get Ahead and Stay Ahead Ontario Basic Income Pilot to Launch in Thunder Bay, Hamilton and Lindsay Ontario is launching a pilot project to assess whether a basic income can better support vulnerable workers, improve health and education outcomes for people on [Read more]
Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne, along with Minister of Community and Social Services Helena Jaczek and Minister of Housing / Ministry Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy Chris Ballard, will be making an announcement later this morning (Monday, April 24th at 9 am) which will be live [Read more]
