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Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay DISCOVERING DARKNESS: DARK SKY – Have you ever wondered why the stars in the park seem brighter than those in the city? Visit Ari to discover more about what it means to be a Dark Sky Preserve and how nocturnal creatures benefit from the preservation of darkness. Drop-in: 10:00 AM ...

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. ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: OWL ‘BOUT THAT – Owls are mysterious raptors of the night. Join Aidan to discover the world of owls, what makes them one of the best hunters in the forest, and why they are so important to Lake Superior Provincial Park. Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ...

Weather: Today – Sunny early this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 30 percent chance of showers late this afternoon. High 23. Humidex 25. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Cloudy. 40% chance of showers this evening. Showers beginning near midnight. Risk of a thunderstorm overnight. Amount 5 mm. Low 15. News Tidbits: Chapleau – Good ...

Passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the age of 74. Beloved husband and best friend of Pat. Father of Jason (Millie), Mike (Tasha) and Adam. Grandfather of Brynn, Emma (Pan), Logan, Michael, Nashton, Paige, Mason and Devon. Great-Grandfather of Ellie and Persephones. Predeceased by his parents Pat and Dave Cox. Brother of the late Gerry. A Rick’s request ...

    Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: FLASHY FIREFLIES – Fireflies don’t just glow for show! Join Tessa to learn the complex language behind their flashes, and how these beautiful beetles thrive in Dark Sky Preserves like Lake Superior Provincial Park. Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 AM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay NATURE ...

Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. 30% chance of showers this morning. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 23. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Clear. Low 11. News Tidbits: The Ontario government is investing $2 million through the NOHFC to support the construction of a new 10,914-square-foot Centre for Climate and Lake Learning at the ...

Aug 13, 2026 at 16:17 The Superior East Wawa Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a 30-year-old male from Michipicoten First Nation with Impaired driving after they were called to a two-vehicle collision on Harbour Road south of Wawa. On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at approximately 5:40 p.m., members of the Superior East OPP Wawa detachment attended the scene of ...

Aug 13, 2026 at 09:12 ‘August 12, 2026: CUPE 4148 and the Ontario School Board Council of Unions (OSBCU) strongly condemn the Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board’s (HSCDSB) decision to move ahead with another round of staffing cuts, warning the reductions will further strain already understaffed schools and reduce support for students with increasingly complex needs. The Board recently notified ...

The Maamwesying Ontario Health Team welcomes Group Health Centre as a new Collaborative Partner in strengthening healthcare for Indigenous Relatives (clients) in the Sault Ste. Marie area. The occasion was marked with a formal Signing Ceremony that included an Indigenous Blanket Exercise, where participants explored the historical and ongoing impacts of colonization on the health and wellbeing of the Indigenous ...

The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre (CBHC) is pleased to announce that Jonathan Coulman has joined the organization as its new Executive Director, effective July 2026. A respected community leader, Coulman brings extensive experience in the non-profit sector. He previously served as Executive Director of the Algoma Workforce Investment Corporation (AWIC) for 10 years, and as Manager of Career Education and ...

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM), in partnership with the four Northeastern Ontario Workforce Planning Boards, has released a new report examining the recruitment, retention and workforce development challenges facing municipalities across the region. The Municipal Workforce Development and Job Vacancies Survey was launched at the 2026 FONOM Conference in Timmins. It gathered 61 responses from municipal representatives across ...

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 ...

Weather: Today – Sunny this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 30% chance of showers this afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. High 24. Humidex 26. UV index 7 or high. Tonight-Partly cloudy. 30% chance of showers early this evening with risk of a thunderstorm. Clearing near midnight. Low 13.  

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 – ...