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Canada's economy grows 0.2% in February
Canada's economy continues to grow despite high interest rates that some have worried would lead to a recession. Statistics Canada said real gross dom...
Apr 30, 2024
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Groundbreaking for Elders Lodge in Aroland
An Elders Lodge on the Aroland First Nation is closer to reality. A ground-breaking ceremony is taking place today. The building will cost in excess o...
Apr 30, 2024
One active forest fire in the region
Despite cool, damp weather over the past couple of days, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry says there was one new forest fire. The blaze ...
Apr 30, 2024
Grassy Narrows to hold rally against nuclear waste
The battle against an underground nuclear waste repository in northwestern Ontario is continuing. The Grassy Narrows First Nation is holding a rally i...
Apr 30, 2024
Don't forget to file your taxes by midnight on April 30
Make sure you get your taxes in by the deadline. They're due at midnight on Tuesday, April 30. U-File Tax Specialist Gerry Vittaratos says you should ...
Apr 30, 2024
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Nature organization launches Outdoor Fun, No Damage Done
As the spring thaw comes to an end and the weather gets warmer, everyone is thinking about outdoor adventures. Whether you're hitting the neighbourhoo...
Apr 30, 2024
Area school boards to receive increase in funding
School boards in northwestern Ontario are learning how much money they will receive from the provincial government for the next school year. Allocatio...
Apr 29, 2024
No support by premier to legalize illegal drugs
Premier Doug Ford is showing his displeasure with any move to decriminalize certain street drugs. It is being tried in B.C., but it has led to concern...
Apr 29, 2024
Ontario companies to have preference in public bids
Ontario companies will get an advantage when bidding for public contracts in the province. A new regulation under the Building Ontario Businesses Init...
Apr 29, 2024
Wildland firefighters to benefit from presumptive WSIB coverage
Ontario's forest firefighters will soon have the same presumptive coverage for cancers, heart injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder as now offer...
Apr 29, 2024