by adminThe Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) is calling on the federal and provincial governments to prioritize investments in Highway 11/17 between Kenora and Thunder Bay through to Nipigon, North Bay, and Sault Ste. Marie. The organization has sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark...
READ MORE by adminA Canadian cheese company has had a product recalled by the federal government for potential listeria contamination. Natural Pastures Cheese Company’s Mount Becher Buffalo Medium Cheese was recalled on Monday. This recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency test results....
READ MORE by adminYou’ve probably been relying on your pool to stay cool this summer. You’ll want to check if it’s one of millions being recalled. Health Canada states that this affects Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup brand above-ground pools with diameters exceeding 48 inches, sold since 2003. The compression...
READ MORE by adminNearly two thirds of businesses could walk away from Canada Post if they go on strike again. According to data from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), more businesses leave every time they go on strike. About 4 in 5 businesses use it now for sending cheques and...
READ MORE by adminWhy I’m Obsessed:This dish checks all the boxes—healthy, low carb, vegan, easy, packed with flavor, and makes for a stunning presentation. It’s one of those go-to recipes I love to whip up when I want something plant-based that doesn’t feel like a sacrifice. Whether you serve it as an...
READ MORE by adminOntario has signed two major trade agreements. One is with British Columbia, and the other is with all three territories. The agreements cut red tape and costs for businesses to send goods between provinces. It also lets skilled workers move more freely across the country by...
READ MORE by adminForty-eight fires are burning across Northwestern Ontario. One was put out yesterday, and two popped up since. Firefighters are keeping an eye on one, while another is burning out of control at a little less than one hectare in size east of Gull Lake. Overall, 10 fires are out of...
READ MORE by adminThunder Bay’s city council has voted to turn down the 114 Miles Street East site and has instead pivoted to a new location to host the city’s Temporary Shelter Village Initiative. The site was tentatively approved at Committee of the Whole, but the decision required ratification at Monday...
READ MORE by adminThe Cumberland Street North and North Water Street intersection, as well as the Marina Overpass, are set for an extended closure. The closure is getting underway on Tuesday to allow for the construction of a roundabout in the intersection. It is expected that both the intersection and...
READ MORE by adminThunder Bay’s city council appears set to decide the location for the city’s Temporary Shelter Village Initiative. On July 14, council tentatively approved 114 Miles Street East as the host location at Committee of the Whole, with six councillors voting in favour and five voting against....
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