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ÉSC Trillium celebrates its graduating students

Grade 12 students from École secondaire catholique Trillium (Chapleau) were celebrated on June 22 during a virtual graduating ceremony. The secondary schools enhanced this recognition event with the presentation of certificates of merit, graduation gowns and mortars, and other elements of appreciation to students. The ÉSC Trllium graduation ceremony can be viewed below.   “We wish our graduates a great ...

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Were you lucky? SSM Lotto Max Ticket shares MaxMillion Prize

After eight weeks and seventeen draws, the LOTTO MAX jackpot that was part of a Canadian lottery record top prize pool has finally been won!   There were two winning tickets – one sold in Toronto and the other sold in British Columbia – that will split last night’s (June 22, 2021) $70 million jackpot! Each ticket is worth an ...

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NPI Launches Regional Survey on Attitudes Towards Newcomers

Is your community welcoming? Northern Policy Institute has launched the first of six annual surveys to track changes in attitudes towards newcomers, visible minorities, and Indigenous Peoples in all regions of Northern Ontario.   The 2021 survey focuses on welcoming attitudes towards newcomers. In 2022 the survey will focus on reconciliation and welcoming attitudes towards Indigenous Peoples. The two surveys ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United – Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Morning Worship on Sunday 27 June, 2021 will be held in the Church at 11:00 a.m. PLEASE OBSERVE Safety Protocols: distancing, sanitizing, and wear a mask. If you cannot meet for Worship you might like to read the Scriptures for June 27th, 2021 Fifth Sunday after Pentecost 2 Samuel 1:1,17-27     David’s lament for Saul & Jonathan. Psalm 130                      Out of ...

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Little Black Book of Scams – Signaux d’Alarme

Le Bureau du Canada à publier « The Little Black Book of Scams » 2nd edition et est maintenant disponible en ligne à https://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/eng/04333.htm. L’information est très importante et devrait attirer l’intérêt de tous le monde. Dans les prochains mois ils y auras autres publications de escroqueries (une par semaine).  L’information sera retrouver dans le livre « The Little Black ...

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Little Black Book of Scams – Red Flags to look for

The Competition Bureau of Canada has published The Little Black Book of Scams 2nd Edition and it is available online at https://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/eng/04333.htm. The information is invaluable and should be of interest to virtually everyone. Over the next few months, we will be publishing the information from The Little Black Book of Scams 2nd Edition, one scam at a time. Last ...

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Harte Gold Reports COVID-19 Workplace Transmission at the Sugar Zone Mine

HARTE GOLD CORP. announced today its first COVID-19 workplace transmission at the Sugar Zone Mine (White River).  The Company is currently managing three cases of COVID-19 among employees at the Sugar Zone mine, two of which are asymptomatic.  Through workplace protocols, and in partnership with Algoma Public Health, contact tracing was completed to determine the potential for additional exposures. The ...

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Evening Vaccine Clinic – June 29th

A COVID-19 vaccine clinic will take place on the evening of Tuesday, June 29.   This clinic is for anyone who has not received the first dose of vaccine, including 12-17 year olds and their family members.   Please phone Wawa’s central booking line at 705-914-0464 Monday to Friday between 8:30 am – 4:30 pm to book an appointment.

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Evening Vaccine Clinic – June 29th

A COVID-19 vaccine clinic will take place on the evening of Tuesday, June 29.   This clinic is for anyone who has not received the first dose of vaccine, including 12-17 year olds and their family members.   Please phone Wawa’s central booking line at 705-914-0464 Monday to Friday between 8:30 am – 4:30 pm to book an appointment.

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Confederation College Takes Important Next Step on Decolonization Journey

Confederation College took an important next step in its decolonization journey with the release of its Decolonization Report on National Indigenous Peoples Day. The report details how the College will address the recommendations from its Systemic Racism Review, and includes a work plan for implementation.   “This Report is a result of considerable effort by a dedicated team known as ...

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Sault College Commemorates National Indigenous Peoples Day

Today, in keeping with COVID-19 restrictions, a small group gathered at Sault College for a flag-raising ceremony in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Through inspirational speeches, jingle dress dancing, and flag-raising, the group commemorated this important day and the outstanding contributions of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples of Canada. As part of today’s special ceremony, the College ...

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Government of Canada’s first phase to easing border measures for travellers entering Canada

The Government of Canada is taking a responsible, precautionary approach at the border by continually monitoring available data and scientific evidence to protect the health and safety of Canadians. Today, the Government of Canada is announcing the details of the first phase of its approach to easing border measures for travellers entering Canada. These cautious adjustments are now possible because ...

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Première phase de l’assouplissement des mesures frontalières par le gouvernement du Canada pour les voyageurs qui entrent au Canada

Le gouvernement du Canada adopte une approche responsable et prudente à l’égard des mesures frontalières en surveillant continuellement les données et les preuves scientifiques disponibles pour protéger la santé et la sécurité des Canadiens. Aujourd’hui, le gouvernement du Canada annonce les détails de la première phase de sa démarche d’assouplissement des mesures frontalières pour les voyageurs qui entrent au Canada. ...

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Statement from Ministers Carolyn Bennett, Marc Miller, Daniel Vandal and Steven Guilbeault on National Indigenous Peoples Day

The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, and the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage issued the following statement today in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day: “Today marks the 25th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada, and the 26th ...

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CCPA Celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21, 2021, is the national 25th anniversary of celebrating First Nations, Inuit, and Métis heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements. The Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) is committed to ensuring equitable access to counselors and psychotherapists for Indigenous People as a step toward reconciliation. “Decolonization is possible when Indigenous Peoples and Communities are uplifted, invited to engage, when ...

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