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Statement by Prime Minister Carney on the passing of Stephen Lewis

March 31, 2026 Ottawa, Ontario “Today, I join Canadians in mourning the loss of Stephen Lewis, a pillar of compassionate leadership in Canadian democracy and a renowned global champion for human rights and multilateralism. As a member of Ontario’s legislature, Leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party, and Canada’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Mr. Lewis moved millions with his ...

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Déclaration du premier ministre Carney concernant le décès de Stephen Lewis

Le 31 mars 2026 Ottawa (Ontario) « Aujourd’hui, je me joins à l’ensemble des Canadiennes et des Canadiens pour pleurer la perte de Stephen Lewis, figure emblématique d’un leadership bienveillant au sein de la démocratie canadienne et défenseur de renommée mondiale des droits de la personne et du multilatéralisme. En tant que membre de l’Assemblée législative de l’Ontario, chef du Nouveau ...

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FONOM Calls for Fair Housing Funding

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) acknowledges the recent Canada–Ontario partnership to support housing development and infrastructure investment, including funding tied to the reduction of municipal development charges. FONOM supports efforts to increase housing supply and improve affordability across Ontario. However, the organization is raising concerns that the current program design may unintentionally place many Northern municipalities at a ...

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Nipigon OPP – Two CMVs have wheel separations

On March 28, 2026, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Nipigon Detachment responded to two separate incidents involving commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) that experienced wheel separations. At approximately 8:05 a.m., an officer on patrol observed a commercial vehicle travelling on Highway 11-17 that had lost wheels and tires from its trailer. A Level 1 commercial vehicle inspection was conducted ...

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East Algoma OPP – Many, Many Schemes are being used to defraud you!

The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind the public that there are many schemes being used to defraud the public and businesses. Be cautious of any unsolicited messages asking for money or claiming you’ve won a prize. Never share personal, credit, banking details, or your Social Insurance Number (SIN) over the phone or through any form ...

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Sault College Hosts Annual Powwow An Exciting Day of Culture and Expression

Sault College is proud to continue the tradition of hosting its annual powwow on campus. This year’s powwow, happening on Saturday, March 28, in the College’s Health and Wellness Centre, will be an exciting, free day of cultural celebration. This year’s theme is “Mino-Bimaadiziwin” meaning, “The Good Life”. Everyone from near and far are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate ...

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East Algoma OPP – Prohibited Driver Charged with Impaired

On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a counterfeit $100 bill and four $20 bills that were identified by a financial institution in Blind River. The investigation determined that the $20 notes had been used at a business in Iron Bridge, while the origin ...

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East Algoma OPP – Prohibited Driver Charged with Impaired

On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) observed a silver vehicle driving at a high rate on Highway 17 within the Township of the North Shore (Serpent River). Police initiated a traffic stop on Highway 108 and upon speaking with the driver, officers determined that the individual was ...

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Canada and Alberta reach agreement-in-principle on methane equivalency

March 25, 2026 Ottawa, Ontario The world is changing rapidly. In response, Canada is transforming its economy to be more resilient, competitive, and prepared for a low-carbon future. A key part of this effort is reducing emissions from the oil and gas sector and ensuring Canadian energy remains a reliable and responsible choice in global markets. By working with provinces ...

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Broad Coalition of Civil Society Organizations Calls for a Halt to the Consolidation of Ontario’s Conservation Authorities

In anticipation of the introduction of legislative changes to enable the sweeping and ill-conceived consolidation of Ontario’s 36 Conservation Authorities into nine, a broad coalition of civil society groups, individuals and a local elected official are calling on the Government of Ontario to halt this plan and listen to experts and local voices to re-empower the Conservation Authorities.   To ...

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East Algoma OPP – Arrest made after person breached curfew condition

On March 22, 2026, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person after breaching a curfew condition. On March 21, 2026, at approximately 12:20 a.m. police received a call from a tracking agency stating a person (who wears an ankle monitor) was showing a different address location than where it was supposed to be. On March 22, 2026, ...

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Thunder Bay OPP – Multiple charges laid after traffic Stop

On March 19th, 2026, at approximately 8:50 a.m., a member of the Thunder Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment was on general patrol & initiated a traffic stop on a Sports Utility Vehicle travelling along Highway 11-17 within the Municipality of Shuniah. Throughout the investigation, the driver was found to be prohibited from operating a motor vehicle & the officer ...

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East Algoma OPP – counterfeit $100 bill found in Elliot Lake

Police investigated a report of a counterfeit $100 bill being used in Elliot Lake. On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at approximately 9:45 a.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a counterfeit $100 bill being used at a local grocery store on Highway 108 in the City of Elliot Lake that was used ...

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