The annual Indigenous Lands Symposium initiated by the Wahkohtowin Innovation Centre returns for its second year, building on the success of the inaugural gathering. The upcoming symposium is set to take place Jan 22nd to 25th 2024 in Timmins and is poised to be a pivotal gathering for delegates, with an expected attendance of over 150 participants from across Ontario ...
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THIEL, Christa
Passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, age 86. Beloved wife of the late Joachim “Joe” Thiel (2011). Predeceased by her parents, Josef and his wife Martha (nee Seidel) Cioch. Christa married Joe, the love of her life, in Germany. They immigrated to Canada and settled in Wawa where they built two ...
Read More »MANN, Sylvia (nee Wallace)
We regret to announce the passing of Sylvia Mann (nee Wallace) in her 79th year on Monday, January 15, 2024, at the Lady Dunn Health Centre. Daughter of the late Eugenia and Edward. Beloved wife of the late Bill Mann. Loving mother of Dot (Bill) and Tom (Luc). Grandmother of Jakob. Younger sister of Betty (Nils), Bill (late Jean) (late ...
Read More »FENLON, Margaret Rose
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Rose Fenlon on January 9, 2024, in her 84th year. Beloved wife and best friend of Jack Fenlon for almost 60 years. Dearly loved mother of Steven (Ann-Marie), Krista and Kerry (Jeff). Adored grandmother of Kelly and Bryan Fenlon. Much loved sister of Hazel (Hank) Rundel of Port ...
Read More »SE OPP Chapleau – Impaired Charges laid after collision
A collision has resulted in impaired driving charges for one individual. On January 13, 2024, shortly before 2:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was notified of a single motor vehicle collision on Fox Lake Road near Chapleau. Through investigation, officers determined the vehicle driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. As a result, Chelsey BJORNAA, 23 ...
Read More »East Algoma OPP – Charges laid in Motel Break & Enter
On January 14, 2024, shortly after 7:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a break and enter at a local motel business on Front Street in the Town of Spanish. Investigation determined the suspect entered the motel business office and stole a debit machine, possibly cleaning supplies and hockey equipment. Descriptors ...
Read More »Checking in with Algoma-Manitoulin hospitals
We have now entered the period of the legislative calendar where MPPs are back in their constituencies for an extended amount of time. The Ford government recessed the legislature a week earlier than planned in December, which unfortunately meant that the legislation I was set to bring forward to improve the Northern Health Travel Grant will now have to wait ...
Read More »Vérification auprès des hôpitaux D’Algoma-Manitoulin
Nous sommes maintenant entrés dans la période du calendrier législatif où les députés sont de retour dans leur circonscription pour une durée prolongée. Le gouvernement Ford a suspendu l’Assemblée législative une semaine plus tôt que prévu en décembre, ce qui signifie malheureusement que le projet de loi que je devais présenter pour améliorer le Programme de subventions accordées aux résidents ...
Read More »RUTLAND, Arthur William
13 May, 1960 – 10 January, 2024 It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden and tragic loss of a treasured father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Arthur was the beloved son of the late Gordon and Rose Rutland. He was cherished by his children Tianna Jobst (Nick), Tanner (Jessica), and Cheyenna. Arthur was deeply proud of his ...
Read More »SE OPP Wawa – Fail to Comply with Probation Order Charges
Criminal charges have been laid following a domestic dispute in Wawa. On January 7, 2024, shortly after 10:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a domestic disturbance on Mission Road in Wawa. Investigation revealed an individual violated their release conditions by communicating with someone while on conditions not to. As a result, a ...
Read More »SE OPP Wawa – Criminal Charges Laid after Domestic Dispute
A Wawa resident is facing criminal charges as a result of a domestic dispute. On January 7, 2024, shortly before 3:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance on Hillcrest Avenue in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, a 22-year-old person from Wawa was arrested and charged with the following: Spousal Assault ...
Read More »SE OPP Wawa – Impaired Charges Laid after Mission Road Traffic Stop
A driver is facing criminal charges following a traffic stop in Wawa. On January 8, 2024, shortly after 10:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting proactive patrol, when officers conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle on Mission Road. Investigation revealed the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. As a result, Sarah BASARABA, 25 ...
Read More »East Algoma OPP – CMV driver Charged after collision with rock cut damages trailer
On January 9, 2024, shortly after 1:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to multiple traffic complaints in relation to a tractor-trailer travelling eastbound on Highway 17 with its trailer wall damaged and split in the Iron Bridge area. Police located the vehicle on Causley Street in the Town of Blind River and initiated ...
Read More »Generous Donation Supports the Mission Marina Playground
Mayor and Council are pleased to share and acknowledge the generous donation recently received from Harvey and Cindy West that funded the new playground equipment that was recently placed at the Wawa Municipal Marina. “Play areas provide many benefits to the community, including building better social skills and physical strength in our youth”, said Mr. West. “Cindy and I are ...
Read More »BERTHIAUME, France Rita
France Berthiaume, 63 ans, est décédée le 6 janvier 2024 au centre de santé Lady Dunn à Wawa, Ontario France est pré-décédée par ses parents Raymond et Jeanne D’Arc Berthiaume (née Denis) et par son époux Jean-Pierre Létourneau. Elle laisse dans le deuil ses deux enfants, Luc (Chantal) et Nicholas (Ada-Marie), ses quatre petits enfants, Zachari, Karolynne, Noah et Milo ...
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