Monthly Archives: May 2025

Frost Advisory (Wawa and area)

Frost Advisory in effect for: Wawa – Pukaskwa Park Agawa – Lake Superior Park Chapleau – Missinaibi Lake Manitouwadge – Hornepayne Marathon – Schreiber, White River – Dubreuilville, and other communities as shown in the map to the right in grey Frost may damage some crops in frost-prone areas. Temperatures are expected to reach near zero tonight into the early ...

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Statement on the Increase of U.S. Steel Tariffs

May 31, 2025 at 14:39 The new steel tariffs announced by Donald Trump are arbitrary, illegal, and completely unjustified. They threaten to further damage the vital relationship between our two countries and will raise costs for businesses and consumers on both sides of the border.   Canada’s and America’s steel industries are deeply integrated — we build together, and we ...

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Robinson Huron Chiefs call for Bill 5 Withdrawal – Public Rally on June 2nd

The Robinson Huron Chiefs are calling on the Province of Ontario to immediately withdraw Bill 5, Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025, citing it as a direct threat to the lands, jurisdiction, and sovereignty of First Nations, within the Robinson Huron Treaty territory. A public rally is planned for June 2 at Queen’s Park where leadership from across the ...

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Men’s Night Golf – May 31

128 golfers came out and enjoyed an evening of golf, despite the overcast and cooler temps of 11. All Golfers are asked to please pay all outstanding Trail Pass/Cart Shack Fees. A Big Thank-You to all of our Sponsors and Donors! Without your support, Men’s Night would not be the success that it is. Flight Standings: 1st Flight  Score 1st ...

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Northeast Forest Fire Region Update – May 31

There were no new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region by end of day, May 30. There are 2 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region; Cochrane 3 (COC003) is 150 hectares in size and located approximately 48km west of Attawapiskat. It is currently not under control. The fire is in a location that is in close proximity to ...

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Saturday Morning News – May 31

Weather: Today – Sunny. Wind becoming north 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 16. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – Clear. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light this evening. Low +2 with patchy frost. Sunday – Sunny. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming southwest 20 gusting to 40 late in the morning ...

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Le premier ministre Carney convoque le Groupe d’intervention en cas d’incident

May 30, 2025 at 23:35 Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Mark Carney a convoqué le Groupe d’intervention en cas d’incident, composé de ministres et de hauts responsables, afin de faire face à la situation des feux de forêt en 2025, qui s’aggrave dans de nombreuses régions du pays, en particulier dans l’Ouest canadien. Le Groupe a été informé du soutien apporté ...

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Prime Minister Carney convenes the Incident Response Group

May 30, 2025 at 23:35 Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, convened the Incident Response Group with ministers and senior officials to address the escalating 2025 wildfire situation affecting many parts of the country, particularly Western Canada. The group was briefed on the government’s support to affected communities, including the mobilization of Canadian Armed Forces personnel to support air evacuations in ...

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ALLAN, George

Passed away at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on Wednesday May 28, 2025 at the age of 84 years. Dear brother of Bunty Park and the late Barbara (James). Uncle of John Cannon (Cathy), Barbara Gaudette (Danny), James Cannon, Allan Cannon and the late Bob Cannon (Pam). George will be remembered by his great niece Amanda Paine (Cory) and their ...

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Hwy 631 (Hornepayne to Jct 631/Hwy11) OPEN

May 30, 2025 at 23:15 The highway has been reopened. May 30, 2025 at 11:05 ON511 is advising that emergency roadwork on Hwy 631 has required the closure of the highway. The highway has been closed from Hornepayne to the Junction of Hwy 631 and Hwy 11. Wawa-news has been told that a culvert has collapsed, and needs to be ...

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Kiiwetinoong MPP Mamakwa statement on forest fires and evacuations of Deer Lake First Nation & Webequie FN

May 30th, 2025 Ontario NDP Deputy Leader and Shadow Minister for Indigenous and Treaty Relations Sol Mamakwa (Kiiwetinoong) is urging the Ontario government to expedite support for the Deer Lake and Webequie evacuees, wildland firefighters and all communities impacted by the ongoing wildfires in far northern Ontario. Earlier today, Deer Lake First Nation’s Chief and Council declared an official State ...

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LDHC Board of Directors Annual Meeting

NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Of THE LADY DUNN HEALTH CENTRE   Date:  Wednesday, June 18TH, 2025 Time:  7:00 p.m. Place: Videoconference/LDHC Boardroom   Members of the public are welcome to attend. If you would like to attend, please call 705-856-2335 ext. 3210 prior to June 17th, 2025.   Your Health: Our Commitment \ Notre ...

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Northeast Forest Fire Region Update – May 30

There were 2 new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region by the evening of May 29: Cochrane 4 (COC004) is a 1.5 hectare wildland fire that is located approximately 5 kilometres east of Pichogen River Provincial Park. The status of this fire is not under control. Chapleau 7 (CHA007) was a 1.1 hectare wildland fire that is located north-northeast of Desbarats ...

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Friday Morning News – May 30

Weather: Today – Mainly cloudy with 40% chance of showers this morning. Clearing near noon. Local smoke early this morning. Wind becoming north 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this morning. High 19. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – Clear. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light late this evening. Low +5. Saturday – Sunny. High 15. ...

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Special Air Quality Statement

Wildfire smoke is expected to affect the area today and possibly into Saturday for some locations (see map at right from Environment Canada. Forest fire danger ratings are currently high or extreme with restrictions in place. These conditions are expected to persist into the weekend. As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor ...

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