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Town of Cochrane Seeks Applicants for Multiple Open Staff Positions

Justin Barber

Aug 4, 2025

Applications for several staff positions are open in the Town of Cochrane, Ontario. According to a notice posted on the town's website on July 29, 2025, and an official advertisement dated July 22, 2025, these roles will remain available until filled.

The town is seeking candidates for a variety of positions, including mechanic, two water and sewer operators or operator in training, heavy equipment operators, and general labourers. Other positions listed in the job postings are confidential assistant to the mayor, customer service representative, and executive assistant to the mayor.

Application instructions are provided on the Town of Cochrane’s website and in the posted advertisements.

CFIA Recalls Dubai Brand Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate Over Possible Salmonella Contamination

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for Dubai brand Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate, 145-gram size, UPC 6 11834 51237 1, with code 225.174, due to possible Salmonella contamination. The recall was announced on August 4, 2025, after tests identified the potential contamination. According to

Smooth Rock Falls Seeks Resident for Cemetery and Community Spaces Committee

The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has announced an opening for a Member at Large position on its Cemetery & Community Spaces Committee. The committee is responsible for providing recommendations and support relating to the operation, maintenance, and planning of cemeteries and public spaces that are managed by the municipality.

North Bay Receives $400,000 from Province for Surpassing 2024 Housing Target

The Ontario government has awarded $400,000 to the City of North Bay through the second round of the Building Faster Fund. According to the province, North Bay began construction on 398 new homes in 2024, which the government states is 480 percent of its assigned housing target for that

Certain Crackers Recalled Due to Undeclared Egg in Ingredients

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for certain brands of fish and shrimp crackers due to the presence of undeclared egg in the ingredients. The affected products are Getas Fish Crackers (ZMC Bangka brand, 250 g, code 260210) and Ny.Siok Shrimp Crackers (Ny.Siok brand,

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CFIA Recalls Dubai Brand Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate Over Possible Salmonella Contamination

Smooth Rock Falls Seeks Resident for Cemetery and Community Spaces Committee

North Bay Receives $400,000 from Province for Surpassing 2024 Housing Target

Certain Crackers Recalled Due to Undeclared Egg in Ingredients