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Wildfires and other climate changes focus of criticism by public service workers

By Rosalind Russell – The union representing 80,000 federal public service workers is warning government cuts are undermining Canada’s ability to prepare, prevent and respond to emergencies at a time when climate disasters are intensifying across Canada.  According to the … Continue reading

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Data Centre Playbook focuses on energy and related costs

By Rosalind Russell – The province is looking for public input on its newly announced Data Centre Playbook. According to the release, the Ontario Government says the playbook will be a key enabler of its forthcoming artificial intelligence strategy to … Continue reading

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English Catholic school board makes cuts; unions say that strains the staff

By Rosalind Russell – The Huron Superior Roman Catholic School Board has made staffing cuts as part of the upcoming budget, but the news does not sit well with two unions. In a joint statement, both CUPE 4148 and the … Continue reading

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Laurentian University receives funding for five projects

By Rosalind Russell – Laurentian University is receiving major funding for five projects from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. Five distinct research initiatives across diverse disciplines have been awarded a combined total of $1,114,050 in federal funding to … Continue reading

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Changes in addresses come into effect in Huron Shores today

By Rosalind Russell – Canada Post has advised that address changes affecting certain residents in the Municipality of Huron Shores will take effect today, August 17. According to the release, residents affected by the change are encouraged to review the organizations … Continue reading

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Online art show looking for your votes – 43rd Jessie Burnside Memorial Art Show & Sale

By Rosalind Russell – The Massey Area Museum is hosting the 43rd Annual Jessie Burnside Memorial Art Show and Sale, featuring 86 entries by 22 artists and showcasing the depth and diversity of artistic talent in the region.  This year’s … Continue reading

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Douglas A. Smith Family Foundation launches challenge in support of Vital Visions Campaign

By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Health Centre is launching the Douglas A. Smith Family Foundation Community & Business Challenge, a fundraising initiative in support of Vital Visions to invest in critical medical equipment. Health Centre CEO and President Paula Fields … Continue reading

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Mayoral races across Manitoulin Island

By Rosalind Russell – There are nine municipalities on Manitoulin Island, but in many cases, incumbent mayors have not declared their intention to run while councillors have. There is a race in Tekhummah Township with incumbent mayor John Deforge being … Continue reading

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Mayoralty candidates stepping up for the next municipal election along the North Shore Corridor

By Rosalind Russell – There has been a recent flurry of candidates stepping up to run for mayoralty seats in the next municipal election, with municipalities releasing unofficial lists for the North Shore Corridor. First-term councillor Aidan Kaillioinen is taking … Continue reading

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FONOM and workforce planning boards identify municipal workforce challenges across Northeastern Ontario

By Rosalind Russell – The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM), in partnership with the four Northeastern Ontario Workforce Planning Boards, has released a new report examining the recruitment, retention and workforce development challenges facing municipalities across the region. Stacie … Continue reading

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