Saturday, July 24th Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: COASTAL MEAT-EATING WILDFLOWERS – Life on Lake Superior’s coastline is no walk in the park! Despite their seemingly delicate nature, many carnivorous plants have adapted to survive on the harsh, exposed rocks of the shoreline. Join Mary and Terra and explore how these flowers ...
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Northeast Forest Fire Update – July 24
Updated: July 24, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) No new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northeast Region today. There are currently 38 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these fires: 1 is not under control, 1 is being held, 3 are under control and 33 are being observed.
Read More »Northwest Forest Fire Update – July 24
Updated: July 24, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT) There were 2 new wildland fire confirmed in the Northwest Region by the evening of July 24. Nipigon 83 (NIP083) is located near the southwest side of Sim Lake, approximately 23 kilometres northwest of Kagianagami Lake. The 5.0-hectare fire is not under control. Nipigon 84 (NIP084) near the shoreline of Lake Nipigon, approximately 11.5 ...
Read More »Vehicle Fire (Near Little Pic River Bridge) – CLEARED
The fire department has cleared the scene. Jul 24, 2026 at 20:53 8:44 p.m. – The Marathon Fire Department is currently responding to a vehicle fire on Highway 17 near the Little Pic River Bridge (approx 28km west of the Marathon turnoff). Please slow down, drive with caution, and give emergency crews plenty of space to work safely. If you ...
Read More »Hornepayne Lifts Fire Ban – July 25, 2026 12:01 a.m.
The Ministry of Natural Resources has revoked the Restricted Fire Zone (Fire Ban) for our area, effective 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026. As you enjoy having campfires again, please remember to burn responsibly: Keep fires small and under control. Have water or a shovel nearby. Never leave a fire unattended. Make sure your fire is completely extinguished before ...
Read More »Timmins lifts city-wide fire ban – July 25, 2026 12:01 a.m.
Effective 12:01 a.m. on July 25, 2026 (one minute after midnight) Timmins Fire Dept. will lift the city-wide fire ban. The Fire Dept. has advised that our area will no longer be in a Restricted Fire Zone as of 12:01 a.m. Continue to use caution. Never leave a fire unattended. As Eric Clapton once sang, after midnight, you can let ...
Read More »Northeast Region Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ) – Lifted
Jul 24, 2026 at 19:58 Due to the widespread precipitation and the associated reduction in the wildfire hazard within Restricted Fire Zones 16, 17 and the small portion of Zone 20 is no longer required, and has been revoked effective Saturday, July 25 at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ) in the Northwest region and a ...
Read More »Goulais Fire & Rescue lifts Total Fire Ban
Jul 24, 2026 at 12:51 Goulais Fire & Rescue is pleased to advise that the Total Fire Ban has been lifted, effective immediately, Friday, July 24th at 12:18. Following an improvement in fire conditions and the availability of firefighting resources, the Fire Chief has lifted the Total Fire Ban that was implemented under the authority of the Office of the ...
Read More »Evacuation Alert: FOR013 (Little Knife Fire)
Jul 24, 2026 at 12:21 This alert is in effect as of July 24, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time until such time as the alert is canceled. An evacuation alert has been issued in the Saganaga Lake area by Thunder Bay-Ignace District due to the evolving situation and increased fire behaviour of wildland fire Fort Frances 13 (also ...
Read More »Today at LSPP – Friday, July 24th
Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay CULTURAL CONVERSATION: SHIPWRECKED SAILORS OF SUPERIOR – From the Gales of November to harsh winter conditions, many sailors have paid the price while traveling on Lake Superior. Join Aidan and Colin to explore the many shipwrecks found in Lake Superior Provincial Park and the history of traversing this big lake. ...
Read More »Northeast Forest Fire Update – July 23
Updated: July 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) No new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northeast Region today. There are currently 40 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these fires: 2 are not under control, 1 is being held, 4 are under control and 33 are being observed.
Read More »Northwest Forest Fire Update – July 23
Updated: July 23, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT) There were no new wildland fires confirmed in the Northwest Region by the evening of July 23. At the time of this update there are 139 active wildland fires in the Northwest Region. Of those fires, 30 are not under control, 6 are being held, 12 are under control 91 are being observed. To ...
Read More »18th Annual William G. Rose Memorial Golf Tournament
On Friday 17th July, 2026 amongst the forecast of torrential rain, 177 golfers assembled at the Michipicoten Golf Club to support the 18th annual William G. Rose Memorial Golf Tournament. The skies threatened, but the rain held off to allow each team to finish their round in support of scholastic bursaries towards students who plan on entering law enforcement. This ...
Read More »Your Chance to Win a Bunkie Package or Cash While Supporting Local Healthcare
A backyard retreat, cottage upgrade, or $40,000 could soon belong to one lucky winner through the Group Health Centre (GHC) Trust Fund’s 2026 Bunkie Lottery. The popular fundraiser gives participants the chance to win one of two Bunkie Life packages, paired with $30,000 in cash (valued at $50,000) or a $40,000 all-cash prize, while raising funds for vital medical equipment ...
Read More »Today at LSPP – Thursday, July 23rd
Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: BALD EAGLES – The Bald Eagle is more than just a well-recognized bird; it is a legendary symbol for many. Join Kelly to discover the story of this magnificent species and how Lake Superior Provincial Park provides them with a place to call home. 1:00 PM – ...
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