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The 2024 Tamarack Festival is scheduled to take place on September 15, 2024, at various locations in Timmins, Ontario. This event is described as a multidisciplinary arts festival organized by the Tamarack Arts Association. The festival aims to showcase a variety of artistic expressions and activities, contributing to the cultural
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The Ontario government has announced an investment of over $5.7 million in 85 projects aimed at enhancing economic development in rural communities across the province. This funding is part of the Rural Economic Development (RED) program, which supports initiatives that aim to diversify local economies, build community capacity, and
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The Electric Power Selling Price Index for July 2024 has been released by Statistics Canada. This index measures the price variations in electricity sales by distributors to commercial and industrial users across Canada, including regional and provincial data. Key points from the release include: * The index is based on a
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On September 9, 2024, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, issued a statement regarding China's initiation of an anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola seed exports. The investigation will cover the period from January 1 to December 31, 2023. Minister MacAulay expressed concern about
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The City of Timmins, through its Environmental Services Department, has announced hydrant flushing and watermain cleaning activities scheduled to take place from September 10, 2024, until October 10, 2024. Affected Areas: * Timmins North Area, starting at Algonquin Blvd. West from MacLean Dr. to Theriault Blvd., including Fogg Hill and Melrose
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The Moosonee Town Council held a special meeting on September 5, 2024, to discuss several important draft policies and personnel matters. The meeting, which took place at the Town Hall, focused on reviewing the Code of Conduct for Council Members and Members of Local Boards Policy, the Code of Conduct
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The City of Timmins has announced a traffic disruption due to emergency catch basin repairs. The affected area is: * Ross Ave. from Hart St. to Toke St. Date and Time of Disruption: * The closure will begin on September 10, 2024, at 7:30 AM and is expected to last until
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The Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool is closed effective immediately due to a mechanical issue. All scheduled programming and swims for September 9, 2024, are canceled. The City of Timmins is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. An update will be provided as soon as possible.
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The governments of Canada and Ontario have announced an investment of $3.5 million in the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI). This funding aims to support the development and adoption of new technologies for farmers, food processors, and agri-businesses. The investment is part of the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural
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The Canadian International Trade Tribunal has initiated an expiry review regarding its order from October 16, 2019, concerning structural tubing imported from the Republic of Korea and Türkiye. The review aims to assess whether the expiry of this order could lead to continued or resumed dumping of these products and
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Currently in Northeast Ontario, we can expect a sunny day with a high of 27°C, while tonight will be clear with a low of 12°C. The rest of the week is shaping up as follows: * Wednesday: A mix of sun and cloud. High of 29°C. * Thursday: A
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Mark Carney has been appointed to chair the Leader’s Task Force on Economic Growth for the Liberal Party of Canada. This announcement was made on September 9, 2024, in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Carney, a Canadian economist and public policy leader, will focus on developing ideas for both near- and