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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* Oath of Office: The council approved a recommendation to call upon the Province of Ontario to include indigenous and treaty rights in the Oath of Office for Members of Council. The proposed oath includes allegiance to His Majesty King Charles III and observance of laws recognizing indigenous and treaty rights.
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The Moosonee Town Council held a meeting on February 20, 2024, to discuss various community and infrastructure initiatives. Key outcomes from the meeting are as follows: * Road Maintenance and Repairs: The council approved a budget allocation for road maintenance and repairs. Specific areas targeted include Main Street and Riverside Drive.
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Key Decisions from Moosonee Town Council Meeting on February 6, 2024 * Budget Approval: The council approved the 2024 municipal budget, which includes allocations for infrastructure improvements and community services. * Infrastructure Projects: Several infrastructure projects were greenlit, including road repairs and upgrades to the town's water treatment facilities. * Community
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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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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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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