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The Government of Canada introduced new legislation on June 6, 2025, called One Canadian Economy: An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act, according to Intergovernmental Affairs. The proposed legislation is intended, according to the government, to address internal trade
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Expect a mild and partly cloudy Saturday across Northeast Ontario, with temperatures hovering around 15°C in the morning and rising to the low 20s by afternoon. Winds will be moderate from the southwest, bringing a mix of sun and cloud through Timmins, Kapuskasing, and Hearst. Light showers are possible
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Employment in Canada remained unchanged in May 2025, with 20,978,000 people employed, according to figures released by Statistics Canada. Statistics Canada reported that the national unemployment rate rose by 0.1 percentage points to 7.0% in May, which is the highest rate recorded since September 2016, excluding
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The Corporation of the Town of Cochrane posted on its official website that municipal office summer hours will be in effect from June 23 to August 29, 2025. During this period, the office will be open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The notice was
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall of Bornibus brand Tehina sold at The Market Garden, 810 Catherine St., Victoria, following the detection of possible Salmonella contamination. The recalled product is a 240-gram container with UPC 3592860018907 and code 5013HB 01/2027. The CFIA stated that the
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Expect a mix of sun and cloud across Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and other parts of Northeast Ontario today. Highs will hover around 20°C in most areas, with a gentle breeze keeping things comfortable for outdoor plans. A bit more sun later in the afternoon, then partly cloudy skies through
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The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has cancelled its Special Council Meeting that was scheduled for Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers. According to an official notice, the meeting was called off because finalized documents required for discussion were delayed. The
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A public notice from the Township of Black River-Matheson states that a Committee of Adjustment meeting regarding Consent Application File No. 2025-03-04 will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting is scheduled to take place in the upstairs hall at Vern Miller Arena,
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Residents of Cochrane were advised by the Town on June 4 that smoky air conditions in the area are the result of ongoing wildfires in Manitoba, not from any local wildfires. This alert was issued to inform residents about potential health risks tied to the poor air quality and to
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A Special Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Town Hall in Smooth Rock Falls. Residents may also attend the meeting virtually by registering for access through Zoom. According to the Town of Smooth Rock Falls,
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Good morning, Northeast Ontario! It’s a cool, mostly cloudy start today across Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and communities up through Moosonee. Temperatures this morning are hovering near 8°C, rising to 18°C by afternoon under mainly cloudy skies. Rain showers are expected to develop west of Kap and Hearst
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled North Shore Fishery brand Frozen Breaded Shrimp Patties and Frozen Tempura Shrimp Roll because they may contain undeclared egg, soy, and milk allergens. The recall was announced on June 4, 2025, and applies to products distributed in British Columbia and Manitoba. According