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Canada Day Events

08:30 – 10:30 WFHT 5KM Colour Fun Run Start: MMCC Pre-Register or day of 10:00 – 11:15 Free Voyageur Canoe Rides #1 of 4 Rides Lion’s Beach (please register, limited seats) 10:00 – 11:15 Free Standup Paddleboard Lessons #1 of 4 Sessions Lion’s Beach (please register only 6 boards available) 10:00 – 15:00 Canada Day Annual Show & Shine Broadway ...

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Today at LSPP – Tuesday, June 30th

Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: COASTAL MEAT-EATING WILDFLOWERS – Life on Lake Superior’s coastline is no walk in the park! Despite their seemingly delicate nature, many carnivorous plants have adapted to survive on the harsh, exposed rocks of the shoreline. Join Mary and explore how these flowers have developed the ability to ...

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Today at LSPP – Monday, June 29th

Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: CLEVER CORVIDS – Are you smarter than an American Crow? What about a Common Raven? Blue Jay? Canada Jay? Known for their intelligence and importance to LSPP, join Aidan and Ari to discover some of the most brilliant birds and try your hand at some tests to ...

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BRINDLEY, Timothy Robert ‘Tim’

Suddenly, at Timmins and District Hospital on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Timothy Robert “Tim” Brindley passed away at the age of 59. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Petra Brindley (née Hinz); the loving and caring father of Ashley Brindley (Del), Tyler Brindley (Audrey), and Jocelyn Horman (Larry); and the loving stepfather of Anastacia Gencarelli (Mario). Tim was the proud ...

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HACHE, Renald

It is with profound sadness that the family announces Renald’s passing surrounded by his family Susan Skyum, Joanne Boissoneau and other members via FaceTime. Renald was born in New Brunswick on February 20, 1956. Son of the late David Hache (1981) and Beatrice Hache (1984). Renald had a love for his family at gatherings. He would entertain with his guitar ...

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Weekend at LSPP – Saturday, June 27th & 28th

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 10:00 AM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay GUIDED HIKE: BIRDING BASICS – Calling all budding birdwatchers! Are you interested in birding but don’t know where to begin or a novice looking to enhance your skills? Join Kelly for a short walk along the Coastal Trail where you’ll be introduced to skills that will help you explore the exciting ...

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East Algoma OPP – Driver Charged Drug Impaired Driving

A driver was arrested and charged after vehicle stop on Highway 17 near the Highway 108 junction. On June 25, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint regarding a westbound small blue car all over the road, crossing the center line and nearly colliding with oncoming vehicles. Police located and stopped the ...

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East Algoma OPP – At Traffic Stop, Two arrested

On June 24, 2026, at approximately 7:15 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two people after a traffic stop on Highway 17 between Maple Ridge Road and Brownlee Road. Police stopped the black pickup truck after receiving an alert from the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) and learned the occupants were wanted in relation to previous criminal ...

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Today at LSPP – Friday, June 26th

Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: LAKE SUPERIOR, A TALE OF FIRE AND ICE – Though they lie quietly, the rocks beneath our feet tell the story of the powerful natural forces that created Lake Superior and the dramatic landscape of the park we know today. Join us to explore Lake Superior’s exciting ...

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HAWTHORNE, Richard ‘Skip’

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard “Skip” Hawthorne. He passed away peacefully at Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa on Monday, June 15, 2026 at the age of 82 year with family by his side.   Born and raised in Conlig, Northern Ireland, Richard was the youngest and last surviving member of the original Hawthorne ...

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Superior East OPP – Driver from Concord Charged with Stunt, 185 in a 90

A driver is facing stunt driving charges after being stopped for travelling more than double the posted speed limit on Highway 17. On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at approximately 11:25 a.m., a member of the Superior East Wawa detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop after observing a vehicle travelling at 185 kilometres per hour in ...

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BARRETT, Judith “Jude” Lynn (McLinchey)

At the age of 66 years, of Hawk Junction, Jude passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026 with her son by her side at the Sault Area Hospital. Jude is predeceased by her husband Jim, her sister Betty and brothers Tom, Charlie Jim and Doug. Jude is survived by her son David and grandchildren Justin, Skylar, and Lillianne. She will be missed ...

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BOYD, Patrick “Pat”

In Loving Memory of Patrick “Pat” Boyd It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of Patrick “Pat” Boyd, who passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 13th, 2026 at the age of 66 years with his childhood best friend Robert Belair by his side. Pat was born on October 8, 1959, in Guelph, Ontario. He spent much ...

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DAWES, Norman Albert

Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at his home in White River.   Loving father of Sandra Lynn James (Jason) of Innisfail, Alberta, Stacy Marie Schwink (Jason) of Odenton, Maryland; and Ty Jones Dawes of Rochester Hills, Michigan. Grandfather of Zorrain Vanin of Calgary, Alberta and the late Vincent Vanin. Loving son of the late Gladys and Norman ...

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