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Wawa Triples Curling Funspiel – March 8th

The 3rd Annual Triples Curling Funspiel was held over the weekend.  The rules are quite similar to “Regular” curling but is played with (3) players.  The game is six (6) ends and each player throws two (2) rocks.   There were (12) teams registered in the Funspiel with the First Draws starting at 10:00 and 11:30 AM on Saturday. A ...

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Sovereign FN in Robinson Huron Treaty Territory Reject Application of Trade Tarifs

Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin (RHW) asserts that the recently proposed trade tariffs by the Trump Administration and retaliatory measures by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau do not apply to the sovereign First Nations within the Robinson Huron Treaty Territory. As self-determining Nations, the signatory First Nations of the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 have long governed their trade and economic relations, including ...

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Celebrate the sweetest time of the year at an Ontario sugarbush April 5-6, 2025

Ontario’s maple syrup season is in full swing, and there’s no better way to experience it than at Maple Weekend. Hosted by the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association (OMSPA), this free, family-friendly event takes place April 5 and 6 in 2025, inviting visitors to sugarbushes across the province to celebrate the tradition, taste, and craftsmanship behind Ontario’s liquid gold. In ...

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Message de la gouverneure générale à l’occasion de la Journée internationale des femmes

Dans le cadre de mon travail, j’ai eu le privilège d’échanger avec de nombreuses leaders inspirantes, notamment des chefs d’État, des diplomates, des militantes, des athlètes, des militaires et des dirigeantes d’entreprise dans divers secteurs d’activité. J’ai également rencontré des femmes remarquables qui jouent un rôle majeur en tant que bénévoles ou chefs de famille au sein de leurs communautés. ...

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Message from the Governor General on International Women’s Day

Through my work, I have had the privilege of meeting many inspiring women leaders, including heads of State, diplomats, advocates, athletes, soldiers and entrepreneurs from various fields. I have also met remarkable women who play vital roles as volunteers and family leaders within their communities. Although much remains to be done in the pursuit of gender equality, I take pride ...

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Confederation College Hosts Annual Aviation Day

Confederation College successfully hosted Aviation Day on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the Aviation Centre of Excellence, providing students and the public with an opportunity to explore careers in the growing aviation industry. The event featured a public session from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., where prospective students, job seekers, aviation enthusiasts, and community members met industry professionals, explored career ...

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Mixed Curling Standings – March 7

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 Second ...

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Ladies Curling Standings – March 7

RANK WINS G.P. LESCHISHIN, Barb 1 14 16 BUSSINEAU, Denise 2 13 16 SWITZER, Anya 3 12 16 TAVELLA, Debbie 4 11 15 MATHIAS, Danette 5 9 15 AMOS, Tracy 6 7 15 PARSONS, Rochelle 6 7 15 SPENCER, Diane 6 7 16 BONITZKE, Wendy 6 7 14 CHIUPKA, Lorna 6 7 16 TREMBLAY, Cheryl 6 7 16 SZEKELY, Annik ...

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Bus Cancellations (Wawa, White River, Hornepayne, Chapleau)

Due to the poor road conditions, all school related transportation is cancelled today in the following areas: Sault Ste Marie Area – including Batchawana, Goulais River, Searchmont Central Algoma Area – including Echo Bay, Bruce Mines, Desbarats, St. Joe Island, Thessalon Northern Area – including Wawa, White River, Chapleau, Dubreuilville, Hornepayne  North Shore Area – including Iron Bridge, Blind River, Elliot Lake, Spanish Schools ...

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Hydro One officially joins northern Ontario partnership and expands its transmission ownership

Hydro One Limited has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Hydro One Networks Inc., has completed the acquisition of an approximately 48 per cent interest in the East-West Tie Limited Partnership. The partnership owns the East-West Tie Line, a 450-kilometre, 230-kilovolt double-circuit transmission line, regulated by the Ontario Energy Board (OEB), spanning between Wawa and Thunder Bay, along the north shore ...

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Men’s Curling Standings – March 4

The Regular Season is complete. 2024 – 2025 Regular Season Champions is Team Tom Terris and Second Place is Team Tom Fahrer. No curling (all leagues) during March Break. Team Rank Wins GP TERRIS, Tom 1 13 15 FAHRER, Tom 2 8 15 LESCHISHIN, Mark 3 7 15 McCOY, Joe 3 7 15 MITRIKAS, Eric 3 7 15 TERRIS, Spencer ...

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SECFDC Business Summary for 2024

The Superior East Community Futures Development Corporation (SECFDC) is a non-profit organization offering small business and regional community economic development services to the Superior East region.  It is led by a volunteer Board of Directors consisting of individuals that reside throughout the Superior East region.   For the 2024 year the Superior East CFDC approved a grand total of $803,556 ...

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SADCSE Sommaire d’affaires de 2024

La Société d’aide au développement des collectivités de Supérieur Est (SADCSE) est un organisme à but non lucratif qui offre des services en développement économique aux petites entreprises et à la communauté régionale dans la région Supérieur Est.   En 2024, la SADCSE a accordé une somme de 803 556$ en prêts locaux et régionaux. Ces prêts ont eu un ...

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