There are currently no active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Follow Ontario’s outdoor fire rules Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reminds the public that outdoor fire rules are in effect throughout Ontario’s legislated fire season, which runs from April 1 to October 31. To dispose of yard waste and woody debris, we encourage the use of alternatives such ...

On April 18, 2026, Sault Ste Marie OPP assisted with a rescue on Mile 38 Road, located off Highway 17 north. Individuals called 911 to report being trapped on the roof of their vehicle after driving into a washout. The vehicle quickly became submerged, and water levels were rising. Sault OPP was assisted by Goulais Fire & Rescue, who utilized ...

Chapleau Minor Hockey Association, based in the Northern Ontario town of Chapleau, has been named the grand prize winner of the Kruger Big Assist, receiving a $100,000 donation from Canadian paper products maker Kruger Products.    The Kruger Big Assist program supports community hockey associations who are working to remove barriers and promote inclusivity in the sport. This year, five regional winners were selected nationwide, with Chapleau representing Ontario. After a 72‑hour ...

The Ministry of Natural Resources – Chapleau Wawa District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch is in effect in the District until Friday, May 08, 2026 at 4:00pm. Residents in the Chapleau, Wawa, Foleyet, White River, Hawk Junction, Missanabie, Dubreuilville, Manitouwadge, Sultan, Nemegos, Biscotasing and area should keep a close watch on local conditions and exercise caution around ...

April 21, 2026The Township of Chapleau wishes to provide residents with an update regarding the ongoing monitoring of local water levels and the measures in place to protect our community.Water Level MonitoringSince April 13, 2026, Township staff have been recording the river water level on a daily basis. In accordance with the Township’s Emergency Plan, specific response stages have been ...

Northeast Region  There are currently no active wildland fires in the Northeast Region.   Follow Ontario’s outdoor fire rules Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reminds the public that outdoor fire rules are in effect throughout Ontario’s legislated fire season, which runs from April 1 to October 31. To dispose of yard waste and woody debris, we encourage the use ...

The Township of White River would like to inform the communities that the White River Curling Club has been deemed off-limits until further notice due to a structural failure. The weight of ice and snow, that may have been augmented by rain, exceeded the capacity of the roof’s secondary structural members (i.e. roof purlins). The applied load resulted in the ...

A twelve-town tour of workshops to support public participation in the current federal review of the nuclear industry’s massive project to transport and bury all of Canada’s high-level nuclear fuel waste in northwestern Ontario will launch this Sunday with the first stop in Sault Ste. Marie. The public has just 30 days to comment on a set of draft guidelines ...

Northeast Region  There are currently no active wildland fires in the Northeast Region.   Follow Ontario’s outdoor fire rules Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reminds the public that outdoor fire rules are in effect throughout Ontario’s legislated fire season, which runs from April 1 to October 31. To dispose of yard waste and woody debris, we encourage the use ...

The Wawa Men’s Annual Bonspiel was held April 10 – 12, with 18 teams participating. Thanks to Club President Jim Hoffmann and Secretary-Treasurer Andy Stevens who organized the event.  Thanks to all the participants, Pat Harron and her crew for a great meal, the ladies who BBQ’d the steaks, the volunteers at the Registration Desk and at the Random Prize ...

Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD), David Piccini, has announced funding through efforts with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) led by President and CEO Jeff Lang for a new state-of-the art mine training facility in Sudbury to strengthen worker safety, expand training capacity, and support the province’s leadership in critical minerals.   The 124-acre facility ...

Hwy 546 is closed between Hwy 17 (Iron Bridge) and the Junction of Hwy 546/554 due to flooding.

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is advising the community to exercise caution as recent rainfall and spring runoff are causing rising water levels and localized flooding throughout the area. Conditions are expected to persist over the coming days. Current and forecasted weather conditions may lead to water pooling on roadways, washouts, debris, and sudden road closures. Water levels in ...

The Ministry of Natural Resources – Sault Ste. Marie/Blind River District is advising area residents that a Flood Warning is in effect for the District until Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Residents throughout the District, especially those located in the Goulais River watershed area, should keep a close watch on water conditions, and stay away from fast-moving rivers ...

Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS), a leading non-profit Indigenous housing provider in Ontario dedicated to providing safe, affordable, and culturally-appropriate and supportive housing to urban and rural First Nation, Inuit, and Métis peoples, is proud to announce the appointment of Justin Lewis as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective April 13. Mr. Lewis brings more than 16 years of ...