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The Canadian government has unveiled plans to release additional spectrum to facilitate the development of 5G wireless networks. This announcement was made by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne. The newly accessible millimeter wave spectrum is expected to enhance telecommunications capabilities significantly. According to the release,
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On March 8, Smooth Rock Falls joins the global community in observing International Women's Day, a time to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of women in social, economic, cultural, and political areas. The day also highlights the ongoing efforts and progress needed to achieve gender equality worldwide.
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Residents of Val Gagné have been experiencing low water pressure, according to a public notice issued by the Township of Black River-Matheson. The township is advising those affected to report the issue to facilitate addressing the problem. No further details regarding the cause or anticipated resolution of the low
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The Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for PC Blue Menu brand Chicken Tikka Masala due to the presence of undeclared almond. This poses a significant risk to individuals with almond allergies, as consumers might unknowingly ingest the allergen. The affected product was identified after the CFIA
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The Corporation of the Town of Smooth Rock Falls has scheduled snow removal operations for March 8th and 9th, occurring from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Residents are advised of the following guidelines during these activities: * Street Parking: Vehicles should not be parked on the streets to allow
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Timmins will conduct snow removal operations from March 9 to March 14, 2025, as planned by the Public Works Department. The operations are scheduled for both nighttime and daytime across various city sections. The nighttime snow removal schedule is as follows: * March 9 (Sunday): Second and Wilson Streets in the
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Federal Government Releases Housing Design Catalogue On March 7, 2025, the federal government released the Housing Design Catalogue, which includes final renderings and floor plan layouts for standardized housing designs. This catalogue is part of Canada’s Housing Plan and features about 50 standardized designs for rowhouses, fourplexes, sixplexes, and
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The Canadian government has introduced new measures aimed at improving healthcare access in rural and remote areas. This initiative involves an expansion of the Canada Student Loan forgiveness program to attract healthcare professionals to underserved regions. The updated program redefines eligible areas to include communities with populations of 30,000
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The Canadian government has announced changes to passport services, according to Minister of Citizens’ Services Terry Beech. A new policy guarantees that passports will be processed within 30 business days, with the promise of a free passport if the deadline is not met. This announcement was part of the release
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The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has announced the start of investigations into allegations of dumping and subsidizing relating to renewable diesel imports from the United States. This development follows a complaint by Tidewater Renewables Ltd., citing significant financial damage due to these importsеffects—from loss of market share and
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Canada reported that measles cases have significantly increased in the early part of 2025, with 227 cases recorded by March 6, surpassing the total for the whole of 2024. This data comes from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, who highlighted global trends showing an increase in cases since
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The City of Timmins Public Works department has announced a schedule change for snow removal operations during the week of March 2, 2025. These adjustments are due to a significant weather event. Affected areas on Wednesday, March 5, include Birch from First to Ogden, Balsam from Fifth to Ogden, and