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Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) Medical Transportation Services will introduce a charter service to Peawanuck. The service will operate on Mondays and Fridays starting February 2, 2024. The schedule is as follows: * Timmins to Moosonee: Departure at 8:25 AM, Arrival at 9:27 AM * Moosonee to Attawapiskat: Departure at
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The Moosonee Town Council held a meeting on January 23, 2024, to discuss various community matters. Key outcomes from the meeting are as follows: * Infrastructure Projects: The council approved several infrastructure projects aimed at improving local facilities. This includes the initiation of a trial program at the Courtice Community Complex
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Timmins Transit will update its public transportation system in 2024 with four new conventional buses, a new fare box system, and a microtransit pilot project for Porcupine and South Porcupine. The city council approved the purchase of the buses, partially funded by the Investing in Canadian Infrastructure Program (ICIP). These
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) has announced the 2024 winter transportation schedule for medical transportation services. The schedule is effective from January 8, 2024. Flight 704 to Kingston Passengers traveling on flight 704 to Kingston must check in with Air Creebec at the Moosonee Airport by 2:00 PM
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The Moosonee Town Council held a meeting on January 9, 2024, to discuss various community and infrastructure projects. Key outcomes from the meeting include: * Infrastructure Improvements: The council approved a budget for road repairs and maintenance, focusing on improving the condition of local streets. * Community Center Renovation: Plans for renovating
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Northern Ontario Wires has announced new price plans for electricity. The changes will affect residents in the Northeast region of Ontario. The new plans include adjustments to the existing pricing structure and the introduction of new options for consumers. Details on the specific changes and how they will impact individual
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) has released information regarding the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Medical Transportation program. This program provides funding for registered First Nations and recognized Inuit persons to access medically required health services at the nearest appropriate facility. The transportation method used must be the most economical
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Timmins and District Hospital has issued guidelines for staying healthy during the holiday season and information on where to seek care if needed. With many health service providers operating on reduced hours, the hospital's emergency department may experience high volumes. Health Guidelines * Get vaccinated for COVID-19 and flu.
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Timmins, ON – The Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) is delivering over 60 gifts to older adults in its medical and surgical units, as well as its facility at St. Mary’s Gardens. This initiative is part of the “Adopt-A-Senior” project, supported by the Rotary Club of Timmins-Porcupine and Plan A
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Timmins, ON – The Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) has introduced a new parking system as of December 5th, 2023. The daily parking rate remains at $6.00. There are two parking pay stations located at the main public entrances. One is at the main entrance, and the other is at
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Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) has introduced a digital patient engagement platform, SeamlessMD, for cataract surgery patients. This makes TADH the first hospital in Canada to offer this service. SeamlessMD provides personalized education, progress tracking, and post-operative symptom monitoring through patients' smartphones, tablets, or computers. The hospital began using
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Ontario Northland has issued a set of safety guidelines for snowmobilers and other winter recreational vehicle users regarding railway crossings. The guidelines emphasize the importance of using designated railway crossings, maintaining a safe distance from tracks, and exercising extra caution during nighttime and winter conditions. Key points from the guidelines