The Wabun Tribal Council Chiefs have secured formal support from the Municipality of Timmins in their bid to the Ontario Ministry of Energy for the proposed Wawa to Porcupine Transmission Line Project, it was announced today. Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation, Chapleau Ojibwe First Nation, Brunswick House First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation collectively have submitted a joint ...
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Les élèves de l’ÉSC Trillium découvrent leurs talents artistiques cachés
La semaine dernière, des élèves de l’ÉSC Trillium (Chapleau) ont pu développer leurs talents artistiques lors d’une activité colorée! Avec l’encadrement de Kariane et Baptiste du Conseil des Arts de Hearst, les élèves ont fait un atelier de peinture à l’aquarelle. Ce fut une expérience enrichissante pour tous qui a même permis à certains élèves de découvrir des talents cachés. ...
Read More ȃSC Trillium students discover their hidden artistic talents
Last week, ÉSC Trillium (Chapleau) students at developed their artistic talents during a colourful activity! Under the guidance of Kariane and Baptiste from the Conseil des Arts de Hearst, the students took part in a watercolour painting workshop. It was an enriching experience for everyone, and some students even discovered hidden talents. The Trillium students wish to thank PassepART and ...
Read More »Wawa Men’s 74th Annual Curling Bonspiel
The Wawa Men’s Annual Bonspiel was held April 5 -7, 2024, 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 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 table, ...
Read More »MMCC Installs New Sports Field Running Track
Alex Patterson, Director of Community Services and Tourism, is pleased to share that the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre has finalized the installation of a new Sportsfield Running Track. Staff have struggled with the lack of material left on the MMCC Sportsfield Running Track for several years. In 2022, staff worked on a small project to attempt to recover the ...
Read More ȃcole Saint-Joseph students have fun discovering minerals and fossils
Grade 5 students at École Saint-Joseph (Wawa) recently welcomed three geologists from Red Pine Exploration to their classroom to learn more about minerals. Following the informative presentation, the students were able to explore the properties of various minerals, apply their new knowledge of the rock cycle and discover fossils. What an enriching experience!
Read More »Les élèves de Saint-Joseph font de belles découvertes géologiques
À l’école Saint-Joseph (Wawa), les élèves de la 5e année ont accueilli trois géologues de Red Pine Exploration en salle de classe afin d’en apprendre davantage sur les minerais. Suite à la présentation riche en information, les élèves ont pu explorer les propriétés de divers minéraux, appliquer leurs nouvelles connaissances sur le cycle des roches et découvrir des fossiles. Quelle ...
Read More »Algoma Tour Train and Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre Announce Exciting Collaboration This Summer
In a delightful twist of fate, the Algoma Tour Train and the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre, nestled in the heart of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario are teaming up to offer a unique and educational experience that explores the heart of Canada’s stunning landscapes and aviation history. On August 6th and 22nd, adventure seekers and history buffs alike will have the ...
Read More »MHS Reunion – April Update
Our Reunion Date is Fast Approaching! Excitement is building, plans are evolving and registration numbers for the MHS 70th Reunion are increasing! The July 5-6-7 activities include: Friday Meat & Mead 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday Wawa Golf Club Tournament TBA Saturday afternoon – Rock Island Lodge Social for 50’s, 60’s & 70’s generation 1-4 p.m. Dance 8 p.m. ...
Read More »Mixed Curling Standings
Team Rank Wins G.P. TERRIS, Tom 1 15 16 FAHRER, Tom 2 13 16 McCoy, Joe 2 13 15 HALL, Dave 4 11 15 BUCKELL, Chris 5 9 16 LESCHISHIN, Barb 6 7 16 CORLEY, Sarah 7 4 15 STOYCHOFF, Peter 7 4 14 SWITZER, Anya 7 4 14 RAINVILLE, Heather 10 3 16 GLOVER, Justine 11 1 15 The ...
Read More »L’artiste innu Scott-Pien Picard animera un spectacle à l’ÉSC Trillium pour les élèves du CSC Nouvelon
Le 16 avril, les élèves de la 7e à la 12e année de l’école secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) et de l’École secondaire catholique Trillium (Chapleau) auront le plaisir d’assister au spectacle de l’artiste innu Scott-Pien Picard lors d’une tournée scolaire. Sa musique, à la fois captivante et universelle, transportera les élèves dans un univers où talent et passion se rencontrent. Ce ...
Read More »Innu artist Scott-Pien Picard to perform at ÉSC Trillium CSC Nouvelon students
On April 16, grade 7 to 12 students from École secondaire catholique Trillium and from École secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) will have the pleasure of attending a performance by Innu artist Scott-Pien Picard during a school tour. His music, both captivating and universal, will transport students into a world where talent and passion meet. This presentation will take place at ÉSC ...
Read More »Wawa Men’s Curling 2023-2024
There were (8) Teams in the Men’s League this season. Special thank you to the Michael Reid’s Team for joining our League. The regular season ended with a close final game with Team Tom Terris overcoming the Mark Leschishin Team. Then the teams entered the Playoff Finals. The Regular Season Winners are not guaranteed top spot in the Playoffs, and ...
Read More »Alamos and Argonaut Close Previously Announced Private Placement
Alamos Gold Inc. announced the closing of their previously announced non-brokered private placement, pursuant to which Alamos subscribed for 174,825,175 common shares of Argonaut (the “Acquired Shares”), representing approximately 13.8% of Argonaut’s total outstanding common shares (the “Common Shares”) after giving effect to the Private Placement. The Acquired Shares were acquired at a price of C$0.286 per share, for total ...
Read More »Ontario Working in Partnership with Northern First Nations to End Reliance on Diesel Fuel
The Ontario government is working in partnership with Webequie, Nibinamik, Neskantaga, Eabametoong and Marten Falls First Nations to expand clean and reliable electricity transmission and generation infrastructure to end these communities’ reliance on diesel powered generators and support greater economic self-determination and prosperity. “We’re partnering with First Nations and northern Ontario communities to build the energy infrastructure they need to ...
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