(ORILLIA, ON) – It is important to be aware of techniques used by fraudsters, which will help Canadians combat cyber enabled frauds. We’re exposing some of the top tricks and tactics fraudsters use to victimize Canadians that will help prevent victimization. Here are some different uses of technology that fraudsters […]
District News
From: Canada Border Services Agency
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers of what to expect when crossing the border over the Easter long weekend. Everyday, the CBSA works hard to protect Canadians, support the economy, and ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across our borders. In 2023, we welcomed […]
By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
By Carl Clutchey Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Chronicle-Journal While Tuesday’s prolonged spring storm was snarling road traffic, shutting down university classes, cancelling municipal meetings and generally making life miserable in Thunder Bay, Peter Aalbers had a different perspective at his dairy operation outside the city. In more than 40 […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
In a double bill that is sure to shake the stage at the Townshend Theatre, two great bands will bring soul and rock and roll to the area. Johnny Max Band is a staple of Blues and Roots festivals for over 25 years, according to their bio. “We started out […]
From Agency One
Press release
Press release
Agency One First Nations Lands LP is honoured to provide an update on the St. Margaret’s/Fort Frances Indian Residential School Reclamation. In December 2023 we advised that we had received some initial results from some of the areas where ground search activities were conducted in the 2023 field season. Those […]
By Ken Kellar
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
The Ontario Government is stepping up efforts to attract and retain wildland firefighters as warmer summer months approach, along with a concern of increased forest fire activity throughout the province and beyond. In an announcement made on Thursday, March 21, 2024, the province announced it was investing more than $5-million […]
Staff
Nominations for the 2024 Ontario Senior of the Year Award are now open. This award provides municipalities across the province the opportunity to honour one of their local seniors, who after age 65, have made outstanding contributions to enrich the social, cultural, and civic life of their community. “Our government […]
Staff
This is no laughing matter – the Stephen Leacock Student Humorous Essay Competition needs more submissions. The committee in charge of selecting the winners has put out a call to all teachers and parents to encourage their kids to submit their work for a chance to win money for their […]
By Ken Kellar
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
The Ontario Government has unveiled the province’s budget for 2024 amidst a challenging economy, and has made promises of increased investment in highways and mining in the north, as well as boosted funding for several programs in healthcare, education and more. The budget was tabled on the afternoon of Tuesday, […]
From the FWHP
Press release
Press release
Thunder Bay, ON – Join us at the David Thompson Astronomical Observatory on April 8, 2024, from 1 to 5 p.m. to safely watch the solar eclipse crossing North America. We’ll be open rain or shine. “Ontario is the place to be to for this one-in-a-lifetime celestial phenomenon,” said Neil […]
Staff The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association has created a set of Indigenous Business Definitions – a national set of voluntary, consistent definitions that will help direct the procurement of goods and services to legitimate Indigenous businesses. According to a satement released by the NACCA, the definitions “will offer clarity […]
Staff
Northwestern Ontario is getting a wider access to world markets, with a substantial upgrade to the Port of Thunder Bay. Last week, Marcus Powlowski, the Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Rainy River, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced an investment of up to $6.7 million for […]
