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Leslie (Les) Arnott passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, at the Chapleau Health Centre on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the age of 65. Les was the beloved husband and best friend of Gwen for 40 years, the loving father of Brandon Soyatt (Amy) and the proud grandfather of Emery. He was also a dear brother to ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay NATURE CONNECTION: GRATITUDE SEARCH – Research shows that gratitude is deeply connected to happiness. Take a moment to pause, engage your senses, and reflect on the wonders of nature you’re grateful for. Record and celebrate your reflections in the nature journal provided. All ages are welcome. Drop-in: 1:00 PM – ...

Aug 11, 2026 at 19:06 17:45 – The Superior East Wawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a passenger bus on Highway 17, approximately 25 kilometres north of Wawa. On July 11, 2026, at approximately 6:50 a.m., members of the Superior East OPP responded to a report of a passenger bus that had ...

In Loving Memory of Helena Paim It is with profound love and immeasurable sadness that we announce the passing of Helena Paim, a remarkable woman whose life, strength, and spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Helena was a woman of extraordinary courage and resilience. Her journey was not an easy one, but she ...

26 October, 1935 – 22 July, 2026 Liz passed away peaceful on Wednesday, July 26, 2026, at the age of 90.  Liz was born in Whitemouth, MB to parents Julianna and Ludwig Derecki.  She was a loving mother to Julie Biluk (Darrell McDonagh) of Edmonton, AB and Dianne Richmond (Don) of Brockville, ON.  Also, a wonderful grandmother to Christopher Richmond of Ottawa, ...

Saturday: 10:00 AM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay GUIDED WALK: PLANT RAMBLE – Join Sr. Park Naturalist Anna for a casual walk along an easy section of the Coastal Trail while paying mindful attention to plants. You’ll discover what’s in bloom, explore interesting plant adaptations, and learn some tips for identifying and photographing plants. Be sure to dress appropriately for the ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: BUSY BEAVERS – Are you as busy as a beaver? Find out with Tessa as you explore some amazing beaver adaptations and discover what a day in their life might look like! 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay DISCOVERING DARKNESS: ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY – Interested in ...

Peacefully passed away at the F.J. Davey Home on Sunday August 2, 2026, at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Gloria. Dear father of Peter (Shellan), Denis (Monique), Claudette (Jim), Paul (Lena), and the late Marie (Pat). Grandfather and great grandfather of many. Son of the late Irenee and Deline Stoycheff. Predeceased by his brothers and sister ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: ATTACK OF THE VAMPIRE FISH – Join Kelly and Colin in the Exhibit Hall to dive into the shocking story of the invasive Sea Lamprey. Discover how these jawless, parasitic bloodsuckers have made their way into Lake Superior, their impact on our native species and what scientists ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 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 Claire to explore Lake Superior’s exciting ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay CULTURAL CONVERSATION: TIMBER THROUGH TIME – Lake Superior Provincial Park has a diversity of forest types, all with unique features. Indigenous peoples and settlers alike had methods for forest management. Join Aidan to explore how these two perspectives interweave and the impacts they had here in the park. Drop-in: 1:00 ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: COMMUNITY SCIENCE – How many times have you come across a plant, bird, or animal that you couldn’t identify? Join Anahi to learn how to become a community scientist using helpful technology, and why your contributions are so important! Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, ...

Saturday Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: LOVELY LOONS – Their graceful forms and haunting calls are iconic of northern wilderness, but loons are also powerful birds, built to withstand the challenges of Lake Superior’s landscape. Join Kelly and Anahi to learn about their impressive adaptations and behaviours, and how you can help ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Gatehouse, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: MOTH MADNESS – It’s a bee! It’s a leaf! Wait, it’s a… moth? Moths have an impressive closet of disguises, filled with patterns and colours. Join Claire to learn how the mind-boggling diversity of moths has been shaped by their friends and foes. Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 ...

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 Anna and Claire to explore Lake ...