The final three workshops in a fourteen-town tour of workshops to support public participation in the current federal review of the nuclear industry’s massive project to transport and bury all of Canada’s high-level nuclear fuel waste in northwestern Ontario will be delivered this week in North Bay, Sudbury and New Liskeard. The public has just 30 days to comment on a ...

There is currently one active wildland fire in the Northeast Region: Haliburton 2 (HAL002) is a 4.2 hectare fire located approximately 2 kilometres east of Perrault Lake. This fire is under control. Follow Ontario’s outdoor fire rules Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reminds the public that outdoor fire rules are in effect throughout Ontario’s legislated fire season, which runs ...

Mayor Melanie Pilon has officially filed her nomination papers, launching her campaign for re-election and committing to build on the strong momentum achieved over the past four years. “We’ve made real progress—securing investment, strengthening partnerships, and delivering results.,” said Pilon. This is not the time to start over. Consistent leadership matters, and I’m ready to keep moving Wawa forward.” Throughout ...

May 2, 2026 at 18:43 Residents are advised that the following road segments are closed to all traffic due to flood barrier installation: Aberdeen Street South, from Oak Street to Fir Street Fir Street, from Aberdeen Street South to Lansdowne Street South The Township will provide updates as conditions change. We appreciate your patience and cooperation. Issued by Office of ...

Candidate nominations for Wawa Mayor, Council, and area French and English School Boards are now open for the 2026 municipal election. Nominations will be accepted until Friday, August 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. for the October election. To run for any position, candidates must book an appointment at the Municipality of Wawa, complete the required forms and submit a filing ...

May 1, 2026, 6:30 p.m.The Township of Chapleau wishes to provide residents with an update regarding the ongoing monitoring of local water levels and the measures in place to protect our community. Water Level Monitoring Current status — as of Friday, May 1, 2026: the river level is approximately ½” above Stage 1. The Township continues to actively monitor the ...

April 30, 2026, 6 p.m.The Township of Chapleau wishes to provide residents with an update regarding the ongoing monitoring of local water levels and the measures in place to protect our community. Water Level Monitoring Current status — as of Thursday, April 30, 2026: the river level is approximately 1” below Stage 1. The Township continues to actively monitor the ...

April 29, 2026The Township of Chapleau wishes to provide residents with an update regarding the ongoing monitoring of local water levels and the measures in place to protect our community. Water Level Monitoring Since April 13, 2026, Township staff have been recording the river water level on a daily basis. In accordance with the Township’s Emergency Plan, specific response stages ...

One new wildland fire was confirmed in the Northeast Region since the previous update (April 27):   Haliburton 1 (HAL001) was confirmed April 28. This wildland fire is 6.2 hectares and is located on the north end of Hurds Lake, about 0.25 kilometres northwest of High Lane. The fire is under control. Two FireRanger crews are dedicated to the fire. ...

Apr 30, 2026 at 21:00 Residents are advised that Riverside Drive is currently closed to all traffic due to water on the road between Connaught Street and Devonshire Street. Motorists are asked to follow the posted detour route. Please refer to the attached map for detour details. The Township will provide updates as conditions change. We appreciate your patience and ...

Wawa Minor Hockey, along with players from neighboring hockey communities, turned heads at the annual Open Ice 3-on-3 tournament in Sault Ste. Marie from April 24–26 with an exciting and hard-fought weekend of hockey. Competing in U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, Women’s Beer and Women’s Rec divisions, every Wawa team battled their way to the top of their ...

Four new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northeast Region since the previous update (April 23): North Bay 1 (NOR001) was confirmed on April 25. This wildland fire was 0.6 hectares and located just south of Highway 17, and half a kilometre north of Lake Nipissing. It was called out the same day. Sudbury 1 (SUD001) was confirmed on April ...

The Ontario government is investing $803,706 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to support seven community enhancement projects in Blind River. As part of its plan to protect Ontario, the government is making strategic investments to upgrade critical municipal infrastructure to build stronger, healthier and more self-reliant northern communities. “These investments are supporting the Town of Blind River in advancing ...

The Ontario government, through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC), is investing $354,107 to support two projects in Mississauga First Nation. As part of its plan to protect Ontario, the province is making targeted investments to help improve local infrastructure that fosters strong, resilient northern communities. “Our government is pleased to support the improvement of these important community assets ...

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is expressing concern following the announcement that Interfor will indefinitely curtail operations at its mill in Nairn Centre. This decision will have a significant impact on workers, their families, and the broader regional economy. The Nairn Centre mill has long been a cornerstone employer, supporting generations of families and contributing to the region’s ...