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NDP leader Jagmeet Singh was in Sault Ste. Marie Thursday alongside the Canadian Labour Congress, United Steelworkers Union and Sault workers to lay out a Build Canadian Buy Canadian plan, an overhaul of Canada’s procurement policies to create and keep good, unionized jobs and Canadian dollars North of the border. Singh has also called for workers to be kept whole ...

Canada’s federal nuclear regulator held a public meeting in Saskatoon about uranium mines, including closed and decommissioned uranium mines in northeastern Ontario. In their overview presentation Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) staff omitted any discussion of the closed mines in Elliot Lake or the Agnew Lake mine, which were issues of high concern to intervenors including the Township of Nairn ...

The affected products are being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. Only eggs with the specific lot code information in the table above are affected. What you should do If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare provider Check to see if you have recalled products Do not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute recalled products ...

The Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra (TBSO) is thrilled to announce an exciting new initiative: the Weilers LLP Under 35 Access Pass. This program, proudly sponsored by Weilers LLP, offers individuals under the age of 35 an incredible opportunity to experience the magic of live orchestral performances at a 50% discount on tickets. Registration for the Weilers LLP Under 35 Access ...

Shortly before 2:00 pm on January 2, 2025 members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with assistance from the Lake Helen Police Service were notified of a collision between an all terrain vehicle (ATV) and a truck towing a large sign. An off-duty Lake Helen Police Officer detained the driver and notified OPP. The truck had ...

GFL Environmental Inc. announced early this morning (January 7th, 2025) that it has entered into a definitive agreement with funds managed by affiliates of Apollo and BC Partners for the sale of its Environmental Services business for an enterprise value of $8.0 billion . GFL will retain a $1.7 billion equity interest in the Environmental Services business and expects to ...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to mark the New Year: “Tonight, Canadians across the country and around the world will gather with family and friends to ring in the New Year. This is an opportunity to reflect on the past year and to look to the future with renewed hope and optimism. “In 2024, Canadians ...

Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau a fait aujourd’hui la déclaration suivante à l’occasion du Nouvel An : « Ce soir, chez nous comme ailleurs dans le monde, les Canadiens se réuniront avec leur famille et leurs amis pour marquer l’arrivée du Nouvel An. Ils profiteront également de l’occasion pour réfléchir à l’année qui s’achève et regarder vers l’avenir avec un espoir et un optimisme ...

Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau a fait aujourd’hui la déclaration suivante concernant le décès de l’ancien président des États-Unis d’Amérique, Jimmy Carter : « Aujourd’hui, le monde a perdu un grand dirigeant et homme d’État, et le Canada un cher ami, à la suite du décès de l’ancien président des États-Unis d’Amérique, Jimmy Carter. Au nom de tous les Canadiens, j’offre mes plus sincères ...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of Jimmy Carter, former President of the United States of America: “Today, the world lost a great leader and statesman, and Canada a dear friend, with the passing of former President of the United States of America, Jimmy Carter. On behalf of all Canadians, I offer our deepest condolences to ...

On December 28, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m., members of the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 17 involving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) and passenger vehicle.   The driver of the passenger vehicle was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported.   The OPP North ...

La ministre des Services aux Autochtones, Patty Hajdu, a fait la déclaration suivante le 20 décembre 2024 : «  Depuis 2016, près de 8,8 milliards de dollars ont été annoncés pour le principe de Jordan afin de répondre aux besoins en matière de santé, de services sociaux et d’éducation des enfants des Premières Nations, compte tenu de leur situation, de leurs ...

The Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, issued the following statement on December 20th, 2024: “Since 2016, nearly $8.8 billion has been announced for Jordan’s Principle to meet health, social, and education needs of First Nations children, taking into account their distinct circumstances, needs and experiences. More than 8.2 million products, services and supports have been approved under Jordan’s Principle ...

Le 17 octobre 2024, les plans d’arrangement Imperial Tobacco, Rothmans Benson & Hedges et JTI MacDonald (« Plans LACC ») ont été dévoilés, marquant une résolution historique après plus de cinq ans de médiation intense. Avec un total de 32,5 milliards de dollars, les plans de la LACC comprennent le Plan d’indemnisation des Réclamants Pancanadiens (« RP »), qui alloue 2,52 milliards de dollars aux victimes ...

On October 17, 2024, the Plans of Arrangement for Imperial Tobacco, Rothmans Benson & Hedges, and JTI MacDonald (“CCAA Plans”) were unveiled, marking a landmark resolution after over five years of intensive mediation. With a total compensation package of $32.5 billion, the CCAA Plans include the Pan-Canadian Claimant (“PCC”) Compensation Plan, which allocates $2.52 billion to eligible tobacco harm victims across ...