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The global landscape is shifting, and the Government of Canada is focused on what we can control by protecting our sovereignty, building our prosperity, and strengthening our economic resilience. Rural communities are central to that effort. Rural economies are a cornerstone of Canada’s national economy, and local knowledge is often critical to understanding the needs and opportunities on the ground. ...

Algoma Steel Group Inc., a leading Canadian producer of steel plate and hot-rolled sheet products, today announced results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2026. Unless otherwise specified, all amounts are in Canadian dollars. Business Highlights and Second Quarter 2026 to Second Quarter 2025 Comparisons Comparisons between Q2 2026 and Q2 2025 were significantly impacted by the transition from ...

The Wawa MAT Fund Committee is now accepting applications for funding through the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT). The Wawa MAT Fund is a non-repayable contribution to support tourism-related projects, events, and initiatives that strengthen the local visitor economy and enhance community vibrancy. Municipal Accommodation Tax revenues are collected from local motels/hotels and short-term rentals from patrons. The funds collected are ...

Le comité du fonds MAT de Wawa accepte désormais les demandes de financement dans le cadre de la taxe municipale sur l’hébergement (MAT). Le fonds MAT de Wawa constitue une contribution non remboursable destinée à soutenir les projets, événements et initiatives liés au tourisme qui renforcent l’économie touristique locale et dynamisent la communauté. Les recettes de la taxe municipale sur ...

The Algoma Workforce Investment Corporation (AWIC) invites youth aged 15 to 29 to participate in a regional survey to understand better the experiences, aspirations, and needs of young people across the Algoma District. As employers across Algoma face workforce shortages, an aging workforce, and increasing competition for talent, understanding the perspectives of youth has never been more important. The survey ...

Dans le cadre de son plan visant à protéger l’Ontario et à mettre en place un réseau électrique plus solide et plus fiable, le gouvernement se félicite de l’augmentation de la participation des Premières Nations dans la ligne de transport d’électricité de raccordement Est-Ouest. Bamkushwada LP (BLP), qui représente six Premières Nations situées sur les rives du Gichigami (lac Supérieur), ...

As part of its plan to protect Ontario and build a stronger, more reliable electricity system, the government is welcoming increased First Nations ownership of the East-West Tie (EWT) Transmission Line. Bamkushwada LP (BLP), representing six First Nations on the shores of Gichigami (Lake Superior), has increased its equity stake in the line from 3.5 per cent to 20 per ...

Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD), David Piccini, has announced funding through efforts with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) led by President and CEO Jeff Lang for a new state-of-the art mine training facility in Sudbury to strengthen worker safety, expand training capacity, and support the province’s leadership in critical minerals.   The 124-acre facility ...

Algoma Steel Group Inc., a leading Canadian producer of steel plate and hot rolled sheet products and Roshel Inc., a Canadian-owned defence manufacturer of smart armoured vehicles, have formed Roshel Algoma Defence, a joint venture to establish a Canadian Centre of Excellence for Ballistic Steel Production. This partnership is purpose-built to deliver sovereign ballistic steel defence solutions, including full-cycle capabilities ...

La région de Supérieur-Est en est maintenant à sa première année du Programme pilote d’immigration dans les communautés francophones (PPICF), une initiative conçue pour aider les employeurs locaux à combler les pénuries de main-d’œuvre tout en renforçant la présence francophone et la vitalité culturelle de la région. Le projet pilote dessert les communautés de Wawa, White River, Dubreuilville, Chapleau, Hornepayne ...

The Superior East region is now in its first year of the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP), an initiative designed to help local employers address labour shortages while strengthening the region’s Francophone presence and cultural vitality. The pilot serves the communities of Wawa, White River, Dubreuilville, Chapleau, Hornepayne, Manitouwadge and surrounding areas, supporting employers across multiple sectors. The Superior East ...

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.  The SECFDC provides small business financing for existing local businesses and for individuals looking to ...

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. Elle est dirigée par un conseil d’administration bénévole composé de personnes résidant dans toute la région de Supérieur Est.  La SADCSE offre ...

In the face of events which cause widespread uncertainty, create rapid change, or impact personal and family safety, it is natural to feel that you have little control over what happens. You may or may not be aware, but you do have coping mechanisms that will help you manage these stressful situations. By understanding that you have control over how ...

Batchewana First Nation and Alamos Gold Inc. are advancing the next phase of the Mine Connector Transmission Project, a key initiative that will deliver clean, reliable energy to the Algoma District and support the continued growth of Alamos’ Island Gold district. An expropriation application has been filed with the Ontario Energy Board related to the Mine Connector Transmission Project. This ...