Cochrane Observer covers the whole Cochrane District, representing the whole Northeast of Ontario. This includes Moosonee and Moose Factory, with regular reports from Moosonee's town council. See all of our Moosonee items below.
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Residents in the James and Hudson Bay lowland communities can now access human papillomavirus (HPV) self-collection for cervical cancer screening, according to an announcement by the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) on July 28. The availability of the self-collection option means individuals have an alternative to the existing provider-collected test
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) Medical Transportation department has launched a survey requesting feedback about experiences with travelling outside local communities for medical care. According to WAHA, this feedback is intended to help the department understand the challenges faced by residents when accessing medical services that are not available
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Lynne Innes, serving as the President and CEO of the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA), has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal. This accolade was given to recognize her contributions to healthcare improvements along the James Bay and Hudson Bay coasts. Ontario's Minister of Health, Sylvia
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General Wayne Eyre, Chief of the Defence Staff, announced the conclusion of an 18-month deployment by approximately 40 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel to the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) on March 4, 2025. According to the Department of National Defence, these personnel were stationed at
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The Ontario government announced on March 4, 2025, that it is changing the process for postsecondary students seeking the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. According to the government's statement, the new approach is described as more flexible and modern. The announcement stated that these changes are intended to
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The Ontario government announced on February 18, 2025, that up to $9.8 million will be allocated for the construction of a new seniors’ housing facility in Peterborough. According to the official release, the funding comes from the fifth round of the Social Services Relief Fund. The project will consist
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) has acquired new electrocardiogram (ECG) machines to enhance healthcare operations based on staff suggestions. These machines, featuring modern interfaces and better portability, will be used in Moose Factory, Moosonee, Fort Albany, and Attawapiskat. This update is part of an integration effort with the ONE
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Lakeridge Health has reported it received Stage 6 certification from the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM). The announcement was made by Lakeridge Health in Durham Region, Ontario. The HIMSS EMRAM program is an international system that monitors hospitals' progress in putting
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Moosonee Town Council Approves Airport Contract, Receives Policing Update The Moosonee Town Council met on January 23, 2025. Council members approved the awarding of a contract for phase one of airfield electrical rehabilitation at the Moosonee Airport. According to the official minutes, Tisdale Mechanical Contracting Ltd. received the contract for
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The Durham Environment & Climate Advisory Committee (DECAC) is inviting applications for a youth member position. This opportunity is available to high school students in the Durham Region who have a keen interest in environmental and climate issues. Eligible candidates must be in Grade 10, 11, or 12 and reside
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Durham Region Transit (DRT) has added six new electric buses to its fleet. This addition is part of DRT's E-Mission Zero program, which aims to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions by 2037. The new buses will help DRT evaluate and plan for a complete transition to zero-emission vehicles.
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The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) has reported an increase in patient visits to its emergency departments, attributed to a surge in respiratory illnesses. The facilities affected include the Weeneebayko General Hospital in Moose Factory, Moosonee Health Centre, Fort Albany Hospital, and Attawapiskat Hospital. WAHA advises residents to avoid public