Local News from Across the Rainy River District
WARNING: This article contains distressing content. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 or 9-8-8 for the Suicide Crisis Helpline. NORTHERN ONTARIO — The region is grappling with a harrowing crisis, one that is devastating families and communities at an […]
A house fire can be one of the most devastating things that can happen to you. You can lose everything you own, and you may end up scrambling to find a place to live. Many home fires are preventable, but you need to be aware of the risk factors. Smoking […]
THUNDER BAY — For the right price, businesses in Thunder Bay could now put their names on major city-owned facilities, including the Fort William Gardens. Council voted unanimously to move ahead with a plan to sell naming rights to several recreational sites. Administration recommended 3-year implementation plans for naming right […]
February 13, 2025—Toronto—The International Experience Canada (IEC) Program empowers young Canadians with opportunities abroad that will help shape their future. IEC facilitates international experiences for young Canadians to gain invaluable skills, broaden their horizons, and return home ready to thrive in today’s global job market. Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister […]
GREAT LAKES—Every year, more than 22 million pounds of plastic pollution enter the Great Lakes, according to a study by the Rochester Institute of Technology. While visible plastic waste is an ongoing concern, an even greater threat lurks beneath the surface: microplastics. These tiny plastic particles, less than five millimeters […]
A new Indigenous filmmaking program is set to launch in Sault Ste. Marie, providing students with an opportunity to develop their skills at every stage of production while amplifying Indigenous voices. Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig (SKG) and the Weengushk Film Institute (WFI) of Manitoulin announced the program Wednesday morning at the […]
While the Port of Thunder Bay will not likely be impacted by steel and aluminum tariffs threatened by the U.S. government earlier this week, there could still be implications. Although U.S. levies would increase the cost of Canadian steel south of the border, port chief executive officer Chris Heikkinen said […]
New research out of the University of Waterloo led to the creation of tiny robots controlled by light to provide environmental and biomedical applications. Dr. Hamed Shahsavan, a Department of Chemical Engineering professor, has developed a swimming robot that can be steered by light. They designed these robots with the […]
Homelessness in the Rainy River District is “precarious” according to Sandra Weir, Integrated Services Manager and Housing/ Homelessness Lead for the District of Rainy River Services Board. According to Weir, the top reason why a pronounced homeless population strains other services in the district is a shortage of affordable housing. […]
A new program has been developed at Crossroads School that invites students and their caregivers to play together. According to Crossroads School principal Sharla MacKinnon, the program, titled ‘Come Play with Me,’ saves parents the hassle of cleaning up after playtime and sends them off with a home-cooked meal. The […]
In response to the looming threat of U.S. tariffs, Canada’s Minister of Transport and Internal Trade Anita , and her provincial and territorial equivalents “discussed bold, transformative actions” to strengthen domestic trade across Canada according to a news release from the federal government. Some of the actions verified by ministry […]
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is reminding people to get immunized and be prepared before they travel. With spring break and an increase in travel coming up, there is a real risk that diseases, like measles, could spread to our area. Many vaccine-preventable diseases are on the rise provincially, nationally, and […]
