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Timmins and surrounding areas can expect a mix of sun and cloud today with a high of 18°C. This evening, periods of cloudiness will persist with a low of 8°C. The UV index is moderate today, so it might be a good idea to apply some sunscreen if
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Timmins Transit will operate an extended Sunday bus service on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The bus service will run until 10:30 p.m., with the final departure from the Timmins Transit Terminal on Spruce Street South. For more information, including maps and schedules, visit the Timmins Transit website at
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The Town of Cochrane is seeking individuals for the position of Casual Teacher's Aid. The role involves assisting staff in a child care setting with the supervision of children and the implementation of daily activities. The position requires a Grade 12 Diploma, with additional child care courses considered
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An emergency council meeting has been scheduled for Monday, September 9, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be held at the Town Hall, Council Chambers. The primary agenda for this meeting is to discuss the security of municipal property in a closed session, as permitted under section 239(
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The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) has published the results of the 2023–2024 assessments for students in Ontario. The assessments cover reading, writing, and mathematics for students in Grade 3, Grade 6, and Grade 9. Grade 3 Results * Reading: 71% of Grade 3 students met the provincial standard
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A special council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Town Hall in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes a closed session under section 239 (2) (b) of the Municipal Act to discuss personal matters about an identifiable
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In July 2024, payroll employment in Canada increased by 32,800 jobs, a 0.2% rise from the previous month. This follows a decline of 22,900 jobs (-0.1%) in June and five consecutive monthly increases from January to May. Year-over-year, payroll employment rose by 157,700 jobs (+0.
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The Ontario Ministry of Education has released the latest results from the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) assessments. According to the statement, the results indicate stabilization in student learning following disruptions caused by the pandemic. The Ministry attributes this to its focus on core learning and practical skills development.
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Friday, September 27, 2024 Across the Northeast Ontario region today, you can expect warm and sunny weather with variations in temperature. * Timmins, Iroquois Falls, and surrounding areas: * Day: Sunny, high of 23°C. * Night: Clear, low of 7°C. * Kapuskasing, Hearst, and nearby regions: * Day: Mainly sunny, high of 22°
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The Moosonee Town Council recently convened to address several key issues impacting the community. Among the topics discussed were infrastructure developments, community engagement initiatives, and budget allocations. * Infrastructure Projects: The council reviewed ongoing and upcoming infrastructure projects, focusing on improvements to local roads and public facilities. These projects aim to
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The Ontario government has announced a $2 million investment in Futurpreneur Canada, aimed at supporting 300 young entrepreneurs in rural and northern communities. This funding is expected to create approximately 1,200 new jobs. The Core Startup Program by Futurpreneur Canada offers collateral-free loans up to $75,000, two years
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The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has announced the creation of a new Cyber Command, known as CAFCYBERCOM. This new entity will consolidate the CAF's cyber capabilities into a single, unified command. The announcement was made by Minister of National Defence Bill Blair and Chief of the Defence Staff