The Municipality of Wawa is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with the Superior East Community Futures Development Corporation (SECFDC) to act as the third-party entity responsible for receiving and administering 50% of eligible Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) funds. This partnership reflects Wawa’s commitment to fostering economic development and supporting tourism initiatives within the community. Under ...

Algoma District School Board (ADSB) held their Inaugural Meeting on December 9, 2025. Elaine Johnston has been elected as the Board’s new Chair and Greg Bowman as the Board’s new Vice Chair. Jennifer Sarlo, who has served as Chair for the past 14 years, will continue in her role as Trustee, serving Ward One of Sault Ste. Marie. Chair Elaine ...

­­In response to the recent layoffs announced at Algoma Steel, Sault College is extending support to affected workers through a series of information sessions focused on retraining, upgrading and employment opportunities.   These sessions will be held throughout December and January to help individuals explore available services and education pathways. Participants will learn about employment supports, resume and cover letter ...

Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin (RHW) is proud to host a landmark two-day conference titled The (Un)Making of Métis Claims in Ontario, December 13, 14, bringing together leading Indigenous scholars, historians, and community voices to critically examine the historical, political, and legal foundations of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) and its expanding claims across Anishinaabe territories. The event will take place ...

Just months after opening, the Ontario SPCA Sudbury Regional Veterinary Clinic is improving access to veterinary care by providing essential services that support animals, families, and communities across Northern Ontario. Since opening its doors in July, the clinic has performed 565 spay/neuter surgeries, preventing an estimated 31,720 potentially unwanted offspring. The team has also performed 228 wellness examinations and administered ...

Due to the Highway 17 North closure from Batchawana to White River, the school bus routes below will be cancelled for today: N001 (White River) N002 (White River) N006 (Dubreuilville) N009 (White River) Families will be notified via SchoolMessenger.

Standings as of December 4th, 2025. Team Rank Wins G.P. LESCHISHIN, Barb 1 4 5 TERRIS, Tom 1 4 5 BUCKELL, Chris 3 3 3 DUGGAN, Sarah 3 3 5 FAHRER, Tom 3 3 5 GLOVER, Justine 6 2 5 MORRISON, Matthew 6 2 4 TREMBLAY, Cheryl 6 2 4 HALL, Spencer 9 1 3 HUFF, Amanda 9 1 4 ...

December 6, 2025 – Montreal In celebration of the Jubilee of Hope declared by Pope Francis, Pope Leo XIV gifted 62 cultural artifacts that had been part of the Vatican Museums’ Anima Mundi collection to the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, for immediate transfer to Indigenous communities in Canada. Among the items is a rare, century-old kayak from the Western ...

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) held its final Board meeting of 2025 in Hearst, Ontario, bringing together municipal leaders to discuss key issues and priorities affecting communities across Northern Ontario. The meeting featured the first President’s Report from recently appointed President Dave Plourde, who acknowledged the demands of the role and expressed appreciation for outgoing President Danny Whalen’s ...

Northern Area  Due to the inclement weather, visibility concerns, and in the interest of safety, all school-related transportation servicing schools in Wawa & White River will be cancelled for today. Schools will remain open. Note: all school-related transportation is running in Chapleau & Hornepayne for today. Sault Ste Marie Area – including Batchawana, Goulais River, Searchmont & area No alerts in this area, transportation is running ...

RANK WINS G.P. BUSSINEAU, Denise 1 4 4 MATHIAS, Danette 1 4 4 PARSONS, Rochelle 3 3 4 SPENCER, Diane 3 3 4 AMOS, Tracy 5 2 3 BONITZKE, Wendy 5 2 3 LESCHISHIN, Barb 5 2 4 SMITH-MORIN, Glynis 5 2 4 SZEKELY, Annik 5 2 4 TREMBLAY, Cheryl 5 2 4 CHIUPKA, Lorna 11 1 3 TAVELLA, Debbie ...

We the Nuclear Free North (WTNFN) has issued an urgent call to individuals, groups and organizations to make their voices heard, to ensure the proposed 50 years of long-distance transportation of nuclear fuel waste to the proposed deep geological repository (DGR) in northwestern Ontario is examined during the upcoming federal Impact Assessment of the repository project. During recent in-person and ...

In light of the recently announced layoffs at Algoma Steel, Sault College is stepping forward to support affected workers and their families with a comprehensive suite of employment, academic, and personal supports.   “Sault College is part of this community, and many of those impacted are our alumni, partners, friends, and neighbours,” said Sherri Smith, Interim President, Sault College. “We ...

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) and the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) are expressing deep concern following Algoma Steel’s announcement of 1,000 layoff notices—an immeasurable blow to workers, families, and the community of Sault Ste. Marie. “This is a difficult and uncertain moment for workers, their loved ones, and the entire community,” said FONOM President Dave Plourde. “FONOM ...

We wish you a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year. Curling resumes January 5, 2026 Team Rank Wins GP TERRIS, Tom 1 7 7 LESCHISHIN, Mark 2 4 7 MORRISON, Matthew 2 4 7 TERRIS, Spencer 2 4 7 BUMSTEAD, Aaron 5 1 7 HALE, Ron 5 1 7 Schedule: MONDAY- January 5, 2026 Ice 1 Ice 2 Ice ...