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East Algoma OPP – Charges laid after multiple thefts

On November 15, 2023, at approximately 12:10 a.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged a person in relation to previous a theft-related occurrence at a retail store on Ontario Avenue in Elliot Lake. On October 10, 2023, the complainant reported numerous thefts from the retail store over the past few days. They knew who the female ...

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Supporting Child Care in Ontario

The Ontario government is launching a multipronged Child Care Workforce Strategy to address existing workforce shortages in the licensed child care sector and provide more affordable and accessible child care to families. Increased Wages As of January 2024, starting wages for Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) within the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) system will be raised to ...

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Soutien en matière de services de garde d’enfants en Ontario

Le gouvernement de l’Ontario lance une Stratégie pour la main-d’œuvre du secteur de la garde d’enfants à plusieurs volets, afin de pallier les pénuries de main-d’œuvre dans le secteur des services de garde d’enfants agréés et d’offrir aux familles des services de garde d’enfants plus abordables et accessibles. Augmentations salariales À compter de janvier 2024, le salaire de début des ...

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Missing Man’s vehicle seen in SSM

Members from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking the public’s assistance with regards to a report of a missing person. Missing is Brian (age 43). Described as 6’2″, approximately 220lbs, with short black hair and green eyes. He has access to a black Cadillac Escalade bearing marker 04LV55. He was last seen on November 14, ...

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Métis Nation of Ontario marks Louis Riel Day

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) invites all Canadians to join in remembering Métis leader Louis Riel on the anniversary of his execution in 1885. On November 16, we honour Riel’s sacrifice and enduring legacy by celebrating Métis culture, marking a continued commitment to our shared journey toward Reconciliation. This year holds profound significance for the MNO, marking not only ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United – November 16

Sunday the message was based on the parable of the ten virgins. There were ten bridesmaids prepared for a Wedding feast and they waited with their lamps lit for the bridal procession. The groom’s party was late coming to get the bride, and unfortunately, five of the lamps went out.  The bridesmaids wanted to borrow oil for their lamps from ...

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PROVOST, Simone

Passed away peacefully in her sleep at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Long Term Care on Saturday November 11, 2023 just 13 days from her 92nd birthday. Beloved wife of the late Fernand Provost. Dearly loved mother of Claire Evely, Paulette Robinson (late Curt), Cecile Elan (Joe), Aline Sauve (late Adrien), Joe Provost (Paula) and Marcel Provost (Judy). Adored grandmother ...

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Premier Ford’s Statement on Installation of Lieutenant Governor Edith Dumont

Today Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, released the following statement regarding the incoming 30th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario: “On behalf of the people of Ontario, it is an honour to congratulate Edith Dumont on being installed as the 30th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario and the first ever Francophone Lieutenant Governor in our province’s history. As the representative of The King ...

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SE OPP – Impaired Charges Laid after ALPR detects expired licence plate

SE OPP Wawa

A driver is facing criminal charges following a traffic stop in the community of Dubreuilville. On November 3, 2023, shortly after 11:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol, when their Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system alerted them to a vehicle with an expired licence plate travelling on Green ...

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L’Ontario rend hommage au service militaire passé et actuel des peuples autochtones

Aujourd’hui, Greg Rickford, ministre des Affaires autochtones, a fait la déclaration suivante à l’occasion de la Journée des vétérans autochtones : « Cette journée est une occasion de penser et d’exprimer notre gratitude aux milliers d’Autochtones vétérans et actuellement en service dans l’armée, chargés d’assurer la sécurité de notre nation en temps de guerre et lors de conflits militaires. Les ...

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Ontario Honours Past and Present Military Service by Indigenous People

Today, Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs issued the following statement in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day: “Today is a day to remember and show gratitude to the thousands of Indigenous Veterans and those currently serving in the military who have helped keep our country safe in times of war and military conflict. First Nations, Inuit and Métis people have ...

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Statement by the Prime Minister on National Indigenous Veterans Day

November 8, 2023 Ottawa, Ontario The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Indigenous Veterans Day: “Today, we recognize, honour, and celebrate Indigenous Veterans who have helped uphold peace, protect democracy, and defend freedom here in Canada and around the world. We also remember the great sacrifices of Indigenous Peoples who have put their lives on ...

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Déclaration du premier ministre à l’occasion de la Journée des vétérans autochtones

Le 8 novembre 2023 Ottawa (Ontario) Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau a fait aujourd’hui la déclaration suivante pour souligner la Journée des vétérans autochtones : « Aujourd’hui, nous saluons, honorons et célébrons les vétérans autochtones qui ont contribué à maintenir la paix, à protéger la démocratie et à défendre la liberté, au Canada comme ailleurs dans le monde. Nous nous souvenons également ...

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DOCHERTY, John Bruce

John passed away at the Toronto General Hospital on Friday, November 3, 2023 at the age of 65. He was born in Wawa and lived most of his life there. John was the son of the late Mamie (Mary) Houston and the late Archie Docherty. He is survived by his sister Dorothy (Chris), their three children Alex (Jasmine), Beth and ...

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MILLETTE, Alfreda “Freda”

(1935-2023) Passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Sunday, November 5, 2023 at the age of 88 years. She is now reunited with her beloved husband Alphege. Cherished mother of Jean-Guy (Rachelle), Nicole Imbeault (Réginald), Lise Kiddle (late Andrée Sauvé), Eddie, Daniel and Donald. Proud grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother of many.   At Freda’s request, cremation has ...

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