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Residents in Timmins and Schumacher are notified of an upcoming maintenance operation on the outer water pumping stations. The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department will commence this work starting February 25, 2025. The affected areas during the maintenance include Algonquin Blvd. East from Hwy. 655 to Carium Rd. in
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Timmins, ON – The City of Timmins Public Works has announced that there will be a disruption to the snow removal schedule during the week of February 24, 2025. This change is due to a city-wide plowing event aimed at managing the anticipated heavy snowfall. Residents may experience delays in the
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The federal government of Canada announced today that the 2024 income tax season is now open, allowing individuals to start filing their tax returns online. The deadline for filing the 2024 income tax return is April 30, 2025, as confirmed by the government. Taxes owed must also be paid by
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The Town of Smooth Rock Falls is requesting proposals for the acquisition and development of a surplus industrial site, conveniently located at 251 Highway 11. This plot encompasses 44.77 acres and is designated with M2 zoning for industrial purposes. The minimum bid for this property is set at $96,
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The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are set to conduct military exercises known as Operation NANOOK-NUNALIVUT between February 23 and March 9, 2025. These operations will take place in the Arctic regions near Inuvik and the Mackenzie River Delta, Northwest Territories, focusing on defense and sovereignty efforts. The annual operation, part
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Snowmobilers in Northeast Ontario are invited to the Ride and Dine event at Mount Jamieson Resort on February 19, 2025. Hosted by Tourism Timmins, this event offers a scenic evening ride concluding with a meal at the resort. The event is open to participants of all skill levels, and the
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Sunday, February 23, 2025 - Northeast Ontario Weather Report Today in the Northeast, expect mainly cloudy skies with a 30% chance of flurries in the morning. Conditions should clear in the afternoon with temperatures reaching a high of minus 4. Wind chill this morning is minus 16, improving to minus
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The Committee on Internal Trade (CIT) meeting was held on February 21, 2025, in Ottawa. Minister Anita Anand and provincial and territorial counterparts discussed measures to enhance trade within Canada. The agenda focused on reducing trade barriers and increasing labor mobility among provinces. Minister Anand highlighted the role of Minister
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The Government of Canada has issued a $2 billion Canadian-dollar-denominated green bond with a 7-year term. This marks the third issuance of such bonds by the federal government. Previous issuances include a $4 billion 10-year bond in February 2024, which was subsequently re-opened in October 2024 for an additional $2
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The Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for Jean Perrin brand cheeses, specifically Morbier de Scey and Raclette de Scey. This recall is due to potential contamination with pathogenic E. coli. Consumers are advised by the CFIA to avoid eating the affected products. Those who have purchased
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The Government of Canada announced the planned removal of 20 additional federal exceptions from the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), decreasing the total number of exceptions to 19 from 39. These changes mainly affect government procurement, allowing Canadian businesses wider opportunities for competition across the provinces.
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Canadian scientists are preparing to embark on a significant research mission to the Antarctic, as announced on February 21, 2025. The mission will involve 15 scientists traveling aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Margaret Brooke from Punta Arenas, Chile, set to depart on February 23. This research aims to