NDP Official Opposition Leader Andrea Horwath released the following statement to mark International Workers’ Day and First Responders Day in Ontario: Today, as Ontarians join communities across the globe in celebrating International Workers’ Day, it is more important than ever to show our thanks and solidarity to working folks. During these incredibly difficult times, we are all especially thankful for the public health staff, health ...

Sault College recognizes that due to the current COVID-19 situation there may be some high school students who have not had the opportunity to further develop their skills and interests in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) learning.   To assist with hands on learning in this exciting area, Sault College Civil Engineering Professor Marc Pilon is sharing his expertise ...

On April 26, 2020, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a sexual assault in White River. As a result of the investigation, a 14-year-old, from White River, was charged with the following: Sexual Interference, contrary to section 151 of the Criminal Code (CC), and Sexual ...

  Today is the sixth day of the North Algoma Wellness Challenge. Some of yesterday’s submissions are in the gallery above. The creativity that abounds in Wawa is amazing! The winner from yesterday was Cheryl Tremblay! Congratulations! Today’s challenge will be intriguing. I wonder what family traditions can be found in Wawa. To participate in the North Algoma Wellness Challenge follow ...

The Ontario government is offering a new free 511 app which will provide truck drivers immediate access to the information they need to stay safe, fed and rested while delivering essential goods across the province during the COVID-19 outbreak. “This app represents yet another important step that our government is taking to support truck drivers in their efforts to keep ...

En cette Journée nationale des médecins au Canada, cette année peut-être plus que jamais, nous pensons au dévouement des médecins et de tous les professionnels de la santé qui luttent de concert avec les responsables des orientations politiques et le grand public contre la COVID-19. Cette pandémie nous rappelle avec force l’engagement des médecins aux quatre coins du pays. Face à ...

May 1st is National Physicians’ Day in Canada. This year, perhaps more than ever, we are reminded of the dedication of physicians and all health professionals who are fighting COVID-19 alongside policy makers and the public. This pandemic has been a stark reminder of the commitment of physicians from coast-to-coast-to-coast. Facing unprecedented circumstances and anxiety, physicians are leading the public ...

Les chefs héréditaires des Wet’suwet’en, le ministre des Relations avec les Autochtones et de la Réconciliation de la Colombie-Britannique, Scott Fraser, et la ministre fédérale de Relations Couronne-Autochtones, Carolyn Bennett, ont fait aujourd’hui la déclaration suivante : Nous nous félicitons de la confirmation que les clans Wet’suwet’en aient terminé leur examen du protocole d’entente visant à affirmer et mettre en ...

Wet’suwet’en Hereditary Chiefs, B.C. Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Scott Fraser and Federal Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Carolyn Bennett issued the following statement today: “We welcome the confirmation that the Wet’suwet’en clans have completed their review of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) we reached together on February 29, 2020 to affirm and implement Wet’suwet’en title and rights and have ...

Weather – Mainly sunny. Wind up to 15 km/h. High 11. Wind chill minus 5 this morning. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – Increasing cloudiness late this evening. Low plus 1.   Statistics Country Total New Total New Cases Cases Deaths Deaths Canada 53,236 1,639 3,184 188 USA 1,095,304 30,829 63,871 2,201 Total: 3,325,620 234,496   Statistics from Algoma ...

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts we announce the unexpected passing of one of the world’s greatest men. Doug McRae was born July 24, 1956 to Paddy and the late Smokey McRae. He passed away peacefully with his loving wife and daughters by his side on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at the age of 63 years. Doug married ...

Army of Masks is a volunteer movement with a vital mission: to protect lives during COVID-19. Its goal – a DIY mask for every Canadian and American. Army of Masks has amplified awareness of protective masks for all and coordinated delivery of free, homemade, non-medical cotton masks within Canada and the USA. “We cannot put a price on a life,” says Tonya Dickenson, a ...

The Ontario government is ensuring employers have the safety guidelines they need to protect workers, customers, and the general public from COVID-19 as it prepares for a gradual reopening of the provincial economy. The government safety guidelines released today will provide direction to those working in manufacturing, food manufacturing and processing, restaurant and food service, and the agricultural sector. These ...

On April 29, 2020, members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol duties in the Town of Bruce Mines. Shortly after 11:00 a.m., officers recognized a person who was wanted on a warrant for his arrest. OPP initiated a traffic stop at the eastern border of Bruce Mines on Highway 17. Further investigation ...

The NDP is calling on the Ford Government’s Labour Minister to strengthen protections for workers to refuse unsafe work, especially while they consider the steps necessary to re-open the economy. The Toronto Star has reported that 213 workers have exercised their legislated right to refuse unsafe work and demand an inspection from the Ministry of Labour. In every case, the ...