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300 maîtres d’échecs se réuniront à Wawa pour le Tournoi d’échecs Franco-Nord-Ouest

May 22, 2025 at 08:00 Le mercredi 28 mai, pas moins de 300 jeunes maîtres d’échecs se réuniront à Wawa afin de participer au neuvième Tournoi d’échecs Franco-Nord-Ouest. Présentée par l’école Saint-Joseph (Wawa), cette compétition réunira des élèves francophones provenant des écoles élémentaires et secondaires suivantes : Ste-Marie (Azilda), Sacré-Cœur (Chapleau), ÉSC Trillium (Chapleau), Alliance St-Joseph (Chelmsford), St-Joseph (Dubreuilville), Notre-Dame ...

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300 Chess Masters To compete in the Franco-Nord-Ouest Chess Tournament

May 22, 2025 at 08:00 Over 300 young chess masters will meet in Wawa on Wednesday, May 28th, for the ninth Franco-Nord-Ouest Chess Tournament. The competition, hosted by École Saint-Joseph in Wawa, will bring together Francophone students from the following elementary and secondary schools: École Ste-Marie (Azilda), École Sacré-Cœur (Chapleau), ÉSC Trillium (Chapleau), École Alliance St-Joseph (Chelmsford), École St-Joseph (Dubreuilville), ...

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Northeast Forest Fire Region – May 21

May 22, 2025 at 07:58 There were no new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region yesterday, May 21st. There is 1 active wildland fire in the Northeast Region, and it is under control. The fire hazard varies from low to high across the Northeast region.

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SSM to Host Concert to Celebrate Hope Air Day on June 6th

On June 6, 2025, communities across Canada will unite to celebrate Hope Air Day, a day dedicated to reaffirming the commitment to equal healthcare access nationwide. The day highlights the critical work of Hope Air and its partners in breaking down barriers to medical care, particularly for patients in rural or underserved areas. Hope Air has become an integral part of ...

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Postes Canada présente de nouvelles offres globales au Syndicat des travailleurs et travailleuses des postes

May 21, 2025 at 17:49 Postes Canada a présenté aujourd’hui de nouvelles offres globales au Syndicat des travailleurs et travailleuses des postes (STTP), témoignant ainsi de sa détermination à conclure des ententes et à maintenir la continuité des services postaux pour la population canadienne. Les nouvelles offres, pour les unités de négociation urbaine et des FFRS (factrices et facteurs ruraux ...

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Canada Post presents new global offers to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers

May 21, 2025 at 17:49 Canada Post today presented new global offers to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), demonstrating a commitment to reach agreements and maintain continuity of postal services for Canadians. The new offers, for the Urban and RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) bargaining units, go further on wage increases and would protect employees’ benefits and ...

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Men’s NIght Golf – May 15

For Week #1 of Men’s Golf, Thursday, May 15th, there were 115 Golfers. It was Sunny and 12*C. Please pay Outstanding Trail Pass/Cart Shack Fees. We have had some players not paying for the Spare when playing as a two-some, so moving forward your Scorecard will be disqualified from Prizes.  Additionally we have had some Golfers not pay at all ...

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Darrell Fox Leads Group of Cyclists in Ride Across Canada – Wawa is a Stop!

On June 9, a group of dedicated cyclists, including Darrell Fox, Terry’s younger brother, will set off on the National Ride of Hope; a 7,000-kilometre journey from Vancouver to St. John’s to commemorate the 45th anniversary of Terry’s iconic Marathon of Hope. Inspired by Terry’s unwavering strength and courage, these riders will push themselves to the limit, both physically and ...

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Postes Canada a reçu des avis de grève du STTP

Postes Canada a reçu des préavis de grève du Syndicat des travailleurs et travailleuses des postes (STTP) pour les unités de négociation urbaine et des FFRS (factrices et facteurs ruraux et suburbains). Les avis indiquent que le STTP a l’intention de déclencher une grève le vendredi 23 mai à 00 h, heure locale. Nos opérations se poursuivent comme d’habitude pour le ...

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Canada Post receives strike notices from CUPW

Canada Post has received strike notices from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), for both Urban and RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) bargaining units. The notices indicate that CUPW intends to begin strike activity on Friday, May 23 at 12:00 am local time. Our operations continue as usual at this time. Labour disruption would have lasting impact A ...

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GEN7 & Rankin Station donates to Hot Lunch Program at East View PS

GEN7 Fuel LLP (GEN7) and its local Rankin station have donated $5,000 to East View Public School to support its hot lunch program. The Indigenous-owned chain of gas stations and convenience stores also purchased a commercial-grade dishwasher for the school that serves lunch to hundreds of students each day. The hot lunch program at Sault Ste. Marie’s East View Public ...

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FONOM Applauds “Tariff and Northern” Focus of 2025 Ontario Budget

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is encouraged by the Province’s 2025 Budget, tabled today by Ontario’s Minister of Finance, the Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy. FONOM believes this year’s Budget reflects a “Tariff and Northern” approach, offering a strong foundation for future growth and investment in Ontario’s North. FONOM is particularly pleased to see an increase in the funding envelope ...

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Dubreuilville is experiencing Internet Issues

May 14, 2025 at 10:05 At this time Dubreuilville Broadband is currently experiencing an issue with one of their core routers, which is affecting our service. Efforts are underway to resolve the matter; however, we do not have an estimated timeframe for resolution at this time. We apologize for any incovenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and patience ...

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Annual Family Colour Run set for June 14th

Superior Children’s Centre Wawa EarlyON Child & Family Centre invite you again this year to come out and participate in our annual Family Colour Run celebrating Pride. Our day begins at 11:30 am on Saturday, June 14th, till 2 pm at the Wawa beachfront. Last year, even with the inclement weather, we had many Wawaites attend, and it’s our hope ...

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