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NRCAN study reveals fire suppression could increase fire risk to communities in the Canadian Boreal Forest

  In the last half century, Canadian forests have experienced changes in fire activity due to several natural and human factors: changing climate, human land use, fire management practices, etc. In Canada, the number one priority of fire management is to protect human life and property. In a recent study published in Nature Communications, Natural Resources Canada researchers investigate whether ...

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Positive COVID-19 Case in SSM (Ontario Finnish Resthome Association)

The Ontario Finnish Resthome Association confirms positive COVID-19 results in 1 Staff. As part of ongoing, proactive surveillance and case finding, COVID-19 has been confirmed in 1 staff member of the MKK building at the Ontario Finnish Resthome Association. OFRA’s MKK care team is working closely with Algoma Public Health to take heightened preventive actions. Based on careful investigation of ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United – August 26

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Although we cannot meet for Worship together you may like to read the Scriptures for August 30, 2020. Exodus 3:1-15                         Moses encounters the burning bush. Psalm 105: 1-6,23-26, 45c   Remembering Jacob & Moses. Romans 12: 9-21                   Let love be genuine; overcome evil with good. Matthew 16: 21-28               Take up the cross & follow me. To Ponder:   ...

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Beaches & Butts

Congratulations to the organizers of the 38th Wawa Salmon Derby and to the anglers who enjoyed three sunny, calm days on the crystal clear waters of Michipicoten Bay. I walk the shore of this bay every day. The day after the derby I was prepared for my usual pick up of plastic and other litter.  This year, only one small ...

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Joint Statement Regarding World Trade Organization’s Panel Report on Softwood Lumber Duties

Today, John Yakabuski, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, and Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, issued the following statement in response to the World Trade Organization (WTO) panel’s decision: “Ontario welcomes the decision made by the WTO panel that the countervailing duties the U.S. placed on Canadian lumber exports violate the U.S.’s WTO trade obligations. ...

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Erin O’Toole announces senior staff appointments

Erin O’Toole, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and Leader of Her Majesty’s Official Opposition, has announced the following two appointments and one nomination: Tausha Michaud – Chief of Staff to the Leader of the Official Opposition Michaud is a long-time political veteran with over 10 years of experience working in municipal, provincial, and federal government.  She formerly served ...

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Gradual return to CSC Nouvelon schools from September 8 to 11

The majority of Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon students who have chosen in-class instruction will be returning to school gradually during the first week of school (Tuesday, September 8 to Friday, September 11, 2020). This staggered entry will allow school teams to ensure the implementation of enhanced health and safety protocols and new routines. The gradual return schedule of each school ...

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FONOM was pleased to participate in the 2020 AMO Conference

The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference just finished, and members of the FONOM board were pleased to participate over the three-day event. It was an opportunity for us to share and learn with our municipal colleagues from across the province. AMO and its partners did a great job in hosting this virtual event, and the plenary and concurrent ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United – August 19

Twelfth  Sunday after Pentecost. Although we cannot meet for Worship together you may like to read the Scriptures for August 23, 2020. Exodus 1: 8-2:10        The baby Moses is adopted  by Pharaoh’s daughter. Psalm 124                If God had not been at our side! . Romans 12: 1-8        Present yourselves as a living, holy sacrifice to God. Matthew 16: 13-20   Who ...

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Algoma Steel gets Federal Funding from Low Carbon Economy Fund

The Government of Canada’s number-one priority remains keeping Canadians safe and supporting families and businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic. Even at this time, work continues, to help the economy recover, create conditions for new jobs, lower emissions, and make life more affordable for Canadians. Today, the Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, Terry Sheehan, on behalf of the Minister ...

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Letter – Dragway in Wawa

Dear Brenda, While Rody and his Council cancelled the Wawa Drag Races (COVID-19), it seems that the the Wawa Dragway is still ongoing. The stretch of Churchill Avenue from Mission Road to the High School is an inviting stretch of road.  Cars, truck and ATV’s travel at excessive speeds endangering the lives of far too many.  Meanwhile nothing seems to be getting ...

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The Great Escape Dream Draw is Back and Going Digital!

Algoma Family Services (AFS) Foundation is proud to announce the return of the annual Great Escape Dream Draw throughout Sault Ste. Marie and the Algoma District. This year marks the 24th Anniversary. Due to concerns involving Covid-19 the draw had been delayed from its original draw date in May. With Covid-19 still in mind The Great Escape Dream Draw has ...

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