Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The Government of Canada says it is supporting consistent access to fresh, affordable and high-quality food through the new $750-million Controlled Environment Agriculture Growth Pathway Program. The program aims to support innovation in domestic fruit and vegetable production, reduce reliance on imported produce through the adoption of controlled environment agricultural […]
As Canada’s traditional Chinatowns shrink, the cooks who created the country’s Chinese foods are working to preserve their culinary heritage. Earlier this year, the Toronto chapter of the North American Association of Asian Professionals (NAAAP) hosted an event to explore the evolution of Chinese cuisine in Canada. Panelists stressed the […]
The Town of Fort Frances and North Star Air are introducing “ticket-books,” a new method to pay airfare in bulk for discounted rates. The partnership between the municipality and the Thunder Bay-based airline began in July, when the town followed the lead of Kenora, which had been working alongside North […]
A resident of Fort Frances has taken home a record-breaking pot in Riverside Health Care’s monthly 50/50 draw. Riverside announced on Monday that Kelly Plichta of Fort Frances was the winner of the 50/50 draw for October, taking home an impressive $43,057.50, marking the biggest jackpot to date for the […]
KENORA – The city has been fined $1,000 by the Commissioner of Canada Elections following a violation during the April 2025 federal election. The complaint received by the commissioner alleged that a bylaw officer removed election signs from public property without notifying the campaign, in violation of the Canada Elections […]
Ontario spending of $1,046,154 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) will support two manufacturing operations in Thunder Bay. The funding will help Miller Precast and Pay-Ford Steel expand their manufacturing capabilities while creating five new full-time positions and retaining one existing full- time position. Kevin Holland, MPP for […]
The federal government is looking to create employment opportunities for young people by working with employers through Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) 2027. Eligible employers include not-for-profit organizations, public sector employers, and private sector employers with 50 or fewer full-time employees, said Patty Hajdu, minister of jobs and families and minister […]
THUNDER BAY — A pilot project that has seen special constables patrol social housing has “been positively received by tenants” according to a recent report. The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board (DSSAB) signed an agreement with the Thunder Bay Police Services (TBPS) in September 2025 to implement […]
OTTAWA — Over two days this week, Summer Wabasse met Senators and spoke with them about legislation, residential school denialism and other issues. Wabasse, 27, from Webequie First Nation, lives and works in Ottawa, co-chairs the Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Oshkaatisak Youth Council, and represents NAN youth on the Ontario […]
The Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards ceremony Wednesday evening at Lowey’s Greenhouse, honouring the top businesses and organizations around the Rainy River District. Two of the big winners were Riverside Health Care Facilities and RPM Powersports, which took home Business of the Year (16+ employees) and […]
Riverside Health Care’s October 50-50 draw has surged above the $30,000 mark over the last few days, marking the largest 50-50 jackpot since the monthly draws began as part of the Lights, Camera, DIAGNOSIS! campaign. The last chance to get tickets for the healthcare provider’s monthly draw is today before […]
Kiera Fairnington, a Fort Frances High School alum and former Muskie hockey player who took her hockey talents to Beloit College in Wisconsin, is in need of surgery to save her legs. According to a family GoFundMe campaign attributed to her aunt, Jessie Cameron, Fairnington has been diagnosed with compartment […]
