News
Residents of Smooth Rock Falls will see changes to their waste and recycling services starting January 1, 2025. The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has announced that the recycling program will be managed by Circular Materials, a not-for-profit organization. This change is part of a broader initiative to improve recycling
News
The Cochrane Fournier Landfill Site has announced changes to its operating schedule for the holiday season of 2024/2025. The landfill will be open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, and Tuesday, December 31, 2024. It will be closed on Thursday, December 26,
News
Health Canada has published the results of the 2024 Canadian Cannabis Survey (CCS), which gathered data from April 4 to July 2, 2024. The survey aims to provide insights into Canadians' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding cannabis use. Key findings from the survey include: * A continued decline in the
News
The Ontario government has awarded a contract to initiate the reconstruction of platforms and installation of pre-manufactured shelters at train stops along the Northlander corridor. This development is part of the plan to reinstate passenger rail service between Timmins and Toronto. The construction will include stops in North Bay, Temagami,
News
The Ontario government has announced plans to increase funding for Seniors Active Living Centres (SALCs) by $17 million over the next three years. This funding aims to expand the number of SALCs from 316 to 416 across the province, including areas in the Northeast. The expansion is intended to improve
News
The Timmins Police Service has initiated the 2024 Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign. This effort will run through New Year's Day and involves conducting roadside spot checks across Timmins to identify and deter impaired driving. This campaign is part of a larger provincial initiative aimed at
News
The Farm Product Price Index (FPPI) for September 2024 has been reported at 179.7, marking a decrease of 3.1% from the previous month. On a year-over-year basis, the FPPI fell by 5.9% compared to September 2023. This decline was primarily driven by a significant drop in the
News
Statistics Canada released the Labour Force Survey for November 2024, indicating a national employment figure of 20,647,000. This reflects a 0.2% increase from the previous month. Employment gains were primarily in full-time positions, with an addition of 54,000 jobs. The unemployment rate rose to 6.8%
News
The Town of Cochrane has announced changes to the waste and recycling collection schedule for the upcoming holiday season. These adjustments will affect collection dates around Christmas and New Year's Day. * Monday, December 23, 2024: No change in collection. * Tuesday, December 24, 2024: Collection will occur on Monday,
News
The Ontario government has announced a plan to introduce 100 new family doctors in rural and northern communities by 2025. This initiative is part of the Practice Ready Ontario program, which aims to integrate internationally trained physicians into the province's healthcare system more efficiently. The program will allow
News
On December 6, communities across Canada observe the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This day marks the anniversary of the tragic event at Polytechnique Montréal in 1989, where 14 women were killed. The day serves as a reminder of the impact of gender-based violence and
News
The C.M. Shields Branch in South Porcupine has introduced new STEAM kits available for loan. These kits are designed to support learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Patrons can borrow the kits for a period of 21 days using a valid library card. The available kits include