Northern Ontario

Today, Mike Harris, Minister of Natural Resources, and Kevin Holland, Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products, issued the following statement: “Our government has worked closely with Kap Paper to help protect jobs at the Kapuskasing Paper Mill, providing more than $50 million to help cover operating expenses and provide business supports to help the company establish a viable, long-term ...

Unifor is urging the federal government to provide funding and support to Kap Paper in Kapuskasing, Ont. to prevent a permanent curtailment that will lead to widespread job loss across Northeastern Ontario. “The Kap Paper mill has received provincial support in recent years and had expected similar strategic funding from the federal government but nothing has materialized in time to ...

With deep regret, Kap Paper today announced it will begin an orderly idling of operations at its Kapuskasing facility. The decision follows months—and indeed years—of engagement with governments and partners and reflects the absence of near-term measures required to maintain the integrated forestry supply chain in Northeastern Ontario. “This is a heartbreaking day for our people and the community,” said ...

Institut des politiques du Nord (IPN)est heureux d’annoncer que Paula Haapanen a rejoint l’Institut en tant que vice-présidente. Paula rejoint l’Institut après avoir passé six ans chez Impact ON, où elle occupait récemment le poste de directrice principale du Pôle Engagement. Parlant couramment trois langues (français, anglais et finnois), Mme Haapanen était responsable des communications, des relations gouvernementales et du ...

Northern Policy Institute is pleased to announce that Paula Haapanen has joined the Institute as Vice President. Paula joins the Institute after 6 years with Impact ON, most recently as Senior Director of Engagement. Fluently trilingual (French, English, and Finnish), Haapanen was responsible for communications, government relations, and partnership development at Impact ON. She will continue with similar responsibilities at ...

The Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) and the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) fully support today’s announcement by the Government of Ontario regarding investments in forest road infrastructure and the sawmill chip program. This commitment is an important step towards protecting a sector facing unprecedented challenges, including 35% softwood lumber duties, potential Section 232 tariffs, and the ongoing pressures ...

Le gouvernement de l’Ontario investit 30 millions de dollars supplémentaires pour soutenir les entreprises, les travailleurs et les collectivités qui dépendent du secteur forestier de la province. Ce financement permettra de construire et d’entretenir davantage de chemins d’accès forestiers et d’apporter un soutien immédiat aux scieries de l’Ontario afin qu’elles trouvent de nouveaux marchés pour leurs copeaux de bois. Dans ...

The Ontario government is investing a further $30 million to support businesses, workers and communities dependent on the province’s forest sector. This funding will build and maintain more forestry access roads and provide immediate support for Ontario sawmills to find new markets for their woodchips. As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, these investments will strengthen Ontario’s forestry ...

Kap Paper reiterates its request for immediate federal action to stabilize Canada’s forestry supply chain-the backbone of the federal housing plan. The company urges the Government of Canada to work with Ontario and industry on practical, near-term steps to keep the integrated system of pulp and paper mills, by-product markets, and sawmills intact, while protecting 2,500 jobs in Northeastern Ontario. ...

As bears prepare for hibernation, sightings and encounters are increasing in both rural and urban areas across North West Region. Stay alert and stay Bear Wise with these tips to help reduce your risk: Make noise on trails to avoid surprising a bear Hike or travel in groups whenever possible Avoid food sources bears frequent, like berry patches, garbage sites, ...

On 10 September 2025 at approximately 11:30pm officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Nipigon Detachment, responded to reports of an aggressive bear in the Brompton Road area. The bear had reportedly charged at and growled at residents, causing concern for public safety. Despite efforts to deter the animal, it could not be safely scared away or relocated. Before taking ...

A Nipigon couple sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a bear entered their home late on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The incident occurred when the residents opened their back door to let their dog outside. A bear entered the home and attacked both individuals. The couple was able to retreat to a bedroom, where they barricaded themselves and called emergency services. Responding ...

Robinson Huron Treaty Territory – Robinson Huron Treaty (RHT) territory Anishinaabek commemorated 175 years of the signing of the Robinson Huron Treaty  of 1850 today – September 9 th , 2025. The commemoration was part of the annual Robinson Huron Treaty Gathering held September 7-9, 2025, in Baawaating (Sault  Ste Marie, ON) at the Roberta Bondar Park – along the ...

Northern Policy Institute (NPI) is pleased to announce the two newest Members and Directors of the Institute. Kaylie Dudgeon and Derek Parks. According to NPI Board Chair, Pierre Bélanger, the two new directors add to an already diverse and experienced board. “We are excited to be able to draw on the wealth of private, public, and volunteer experience of Kaylie ...

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is encouraged by recent comments from Prime Minister Mark Carneyand Premier Doug Ford signaling that reforms to Canada’s bail system may be on the horizon. “Our members and police services have long raised concerns about the revolving-door justice system that allows repeat offenders back into our communities,” said FONOM President Danny Whalen. “While ...