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The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Chair and member to its Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is responsible for oversight of the NWMO and takes a leadership role in the development of the corporation’s strategic direction, as the NWMO implements Canada’s plan for the safe, long-term management of used ...

The Tbaytel 2022 Canadian National Martial Arts Championships & Festival is fast approaching with less than 3 weeks left until the arrival of some of the best martial artists across Canada for the event. The 3 day event includes an Opening Gala show on Friday night with special performances by renowned Kung Fu Masters.   “We are proud to have ...

On July 1, 2022 at approximately 6:00 p.m., members of Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Nipigon Detachment were advised of an incident that occurred at Wolf River Falls in Dorian Township. Three people attempted to cross at the top of the waterfalls when two individuals were swept away by the strong current. Nipigon OPP, Superior North Emergency Medical Services and Thunder ...

Ontario, la Colombie-Britannique, les autres provinces et territoires et le gouvernement fédéral ont atteint une entente d’une valeur de 150 millions de dollars avec Purdue Pharma (Canada) dans le cadre d’un recours collectif proposé. Il s’agit du règlement le plus important d’une réclamation gouvernementale en recouvrement des coûts des soins de santé de l’histoire du Canada. La crise des opioïdes ...

Ontario, British Columbia, all other provinces and territories and the federal government have secured a $150 million settlement with Purdue Pharma (Canada) in a proposed class action. This is the largest settlement of a governmental health claim in Canadian history. The opioid crisis continues to be devastating for people across the country in terms of lives lost, families torn apart ...

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Marathon Detachment are investigating a death on the railroad tracks near Pic Mobert First Nation. It happened on June 28, 2022 at approximately 9:00 p.m.. The 36-year old, a resident of Pic Mobert First Nation, died after being struck by a train. Marathon OPP and Anishinabek Police Service were dispatched to the scene, ...

L’Agence a pour rôle de protéger des exemples représentatifs du patrimoine naturel et culturel national, et de faire connaître l’histoire de ces lieux précieux à la population canadienne. Le gouvernement du Canada investit dans les parcs nationaux partout au pays pour renforcer l’intégrité écologique, soutenir le tourisme durable et créer des emplois dans nos collectivités locales. Aujourd’hui, l’honorable Patty Hajdu, ministre ...

Parks Canada is responsible for protecting nationally significant examples of natural and cultural heritage, and sharing the stories of these treasured places. The Government of Canada is investing in national parks across the country to enhance ecological integrity, support sustainable tourism, and create jobs in our local communities. Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, Minister responsible for ...

Premier Doug Ford unveiled the team of parliamentary assistants that will support cabinet in delivering the government’s ambitious plan to build Ontario. Parliamentary assistant accountabilities are as follows: Lorne Coe, Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier Andrea Khanjin, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs Robin Martin, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health Dawn Gallagher Murphy, Parliamentary Assistant to ...

Le premier ministre Doug Ford a présenté l’équipe d’adjoints et d’adjointes parlementaires qui soutiendra son Conseil des ministres dans la réalisation du plan ambitieux du gouvernement pour bâtir l’Ontario. Les portefeuilles des adjoints et adjointes parlementaires sont les suivants : Lorne Coe, adjoint parlementaire au premier ministre Andrea Khanjin, adjointe parlementaire au ministre des Affaires intergouvernementales Robin Martin, adjointe parlementaire ...

  An arrest warrant has been issued after an individual, injured in a shooting incident in the Sheguiandah First Nation, died from their injuries.   On June 24, 2022, at approximately 11:45 p.m., the United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin Anishnaabe Police (UCCM) responded to a weapons complaint at an address on Wiingush Miikan. An injured 32-year-old male was transported ...

The Supreme Court of Canada released its decision to proceed with hearing Ontario’s appeal of the Robinson Treaties annuity case. Now, the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund (RHTLF) call on Premier Ford to honour the promise he made during his election campaign to negotiate a settlement of the Robinson Treaties Annuity case. The RHTLF further urges the Premier to put ...

On June 22, 2022 at approximately 2:30 p.m., a member of Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Nipigon Detachment was conducting general patrol along Highway 11-17 when they observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed in the eastbound lane. After conducting a traffic stop, the officer discovered more than $79,000 in Canadian currency. The currency was seized, along with ...

On June 17, 2022, shortly after 1:00 a.m., members from the Sault Ste Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with the assistance of the Anishinabek Police Service responded to a motor vehicle collision located at a carpool parking lot on Highway 638 in the Town of Echo Bay.   Police attended a short time later and located the vehicle. ...

Jun 23, 2022 at 06:42 On June 21, 2022, members from the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a person from the fatal motor vehicle collision on June 19, 2022, on Highway 144, in the City of Greater Sudbury. With the assistance of the public, police were able to identify a third vehicle involved ...