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Today March 2nd, 2026, the Ontario government released a plan to accelerate the completion of construction on the all-seasons roads to the Ring of Fire five years ahead of schedule, with construction planned to start in June 2026 and roads beginning to open in November 2030. The government has also signed new economic partnerships with Marten Falls First Nation and ...

Driver arrested after pickup truck stopped on Hergott Avenue. On March 1, 2026, at approximately 2:15 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a vehicle stop with a known black pickup truck. Police knew the owner/driver was not to be operating a motor vehicle. The driver also had suspected cocaine in his possession and was subsequently arrested. Timothy ...

March 3, 2026 Sydney, Australia Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Prime Minister expressed Canada’s solidarity with the UAE against Iranian missile and drone attacks on civilians across the Middle East, which both leaders condemned. The Prime Minister conveyed his gratitude ...

Le 3 mars 2026 Sydney (Australie) Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Mark Carney s’est entretenu avec le président des Émirats arabes unis, Son Altesse le cheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Le premier ministre a exprimé la solidarité du Canada avec les Émirats arabes unis face aux attaques à la roquette et au drone que mène l’Iran contre des civils à ...

Split the Pot Lottery, Ontario’s charitable lottery supporting 84 hospital and healthcare foundations (including the Lady Dunn Health Centre), is launching its most gold-filled month yet. The March campaign brings the luck of the Irish to players across the province with 3,000+ prizes, a doubled Early Bird cash prize of $50,000, and a guaranteed minimum $500,000 Grand Prize Jackpot Payout. ...

The United Steelworkers union (USW) installed a historic slate of leaders today, led by new International President Roxanne Brown and National Director for Canada Marty Warren. Roxanne Brown becomes the 10th International President of the USW, North America’s largest industrial union since its founding in 1942. Elected last fall, she replaces David McCall, who did not seek re-election after serving ...

On February 27, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call of an impaired driver who crashed his car. The small green wagon was travelling northbound on Highway 108 towards Elliot Lake ski hill and failed to navigate a corner just before Nordic Mine Road. The driver emanated a strong odour of alcoholic ...

On March 1st, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Nipigon Detachment utilizing a RADAR speed measuring device, located a 2020 BMW car travelling 145 km/hr in a 90 km/hr zone. A traffic stop was conducted. A 21-year-old from Thunder Bay, Ontario has been charged with Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed ...

The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance involving a grandparent requesting the removal of their adult grandchild from the residence. On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at approximately 7:30 p.m., police were called to a Cobden Avenue residence and recognized a person walking away. The individual brandished several knives and police were able to safely make an ...

Le 28 février 2026 Mumbai (Inde) « Le gouvernement du Canada suit de près les hostilités liées à l’Iran au Moyen-Orient et conseille vivement aux Canadiennes et aux Canadiens qui se trouvent en Iran de se mettre à l’abri sur place. Les Canadiennes et Canadiens qui se trouvent dans la région élargie doivent suivre les conseils des autorités locales et ...

February 28, 2026 Mumbai, India “The Canadian government is closely following Iran-related hostilities throughout the Middle East and urges all Canadians in Iran to shelter in place. Canadians in the wider region should follow local advice and take all necessary precautions. Canada’s position remains clear: the Islamic Republic of Iran is the principal source of instability and terror throughout the ...

  Feb 26, 2026 at 14:55 The shelter-in-place in the area of West Road and Village Road in Mississauga First Nation area has been lifted. Members of the public in this area may resume their regular activities (14:00).   The shelter-in-place was issued in response to an incident earlier this morning. A heavy police presence continues, while the investigation remains ...

Ontario NDP Shadow Finance Minister Jessica Bell (University—Rosedale) says that the latest report from the province’s Financial Accountability Office (FAO) shows no signs of the Ford government making things better for everyday people. “After eight years of Doug Ford, the only things trending upward are job losses, homelessness, and corporate profits,” said Bell. “Things are great for the Premier’s pals ...

On February 23, 2026, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person after attending an unwanted person call at a gas station convenient store on Highway 17. At approximately 8:30 a.m. police attended and spoke to the male in question who was very agitated, uncooperative with police, and causing a disturbance at the store. During this interaction, a ...

The Chiefs of Ontario is calling on the federal and provincial governments to take steps to improve safety along critical northern highways following a several recent deadly collisions. On January 31, 2026, a collision on Highway 11 west of Hearst tragically claimed the lives of Darrel (Jackboy) Taylor, his sister, Reanne Wesley, and Wesley’s partner, Aaron Paypompee. Taylor and Wesley ...