Local News from Across the Rainy River District
A community safety and well-being plan for the Rainy River District is currently in development. The Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board (RRDSSAB) is partnering with 18 regional services to develop a plan that will target all municipalities within the Rainy River District. Dan McCormick, chief administrative officer at […]
The government of Ontario recently announced changes to the provincial autism program, but advocates for the northern reaches of the province say it doesn’t go far enough to address the region’s unique challenges. The Ford government made an announcement on February 3 that changes would be made to the province’s […]
Over the long weekend, Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) announced a total of 51 new COVID-19 positive test results in the Kenora region. “We have seen a significant increase in the number of COVID-19 positive test results in the Kenora region since early January”, says Dr Kit Young Hoon, Medical Officer […]
Yesterday, Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) announced 38 new COVID-19 positive test results in the Kenora region. “We have seen a significant increase in the number of COVID-19 positive test results in the Kenora region since early January”, says Dr Kit Young Hoon, Medical Officer of Health. “Most of the cases […]
38 percent increase in overdose occurrences (ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has saved 210 lives by administering naloxone since frontline officers were equipped in September 2017. The opioid crisis continues to affect people from communities across Ontario, which is evident from the continued increase in opioid-related overdoses […]
Research to focus on Indigenous communities The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Anti-Human Trafficking (AHT) Investigation Coordination Unit has hired a researcher to examine human trafficking in northwest Ontario, with a specific focus on Indigenous persons. As human trafficking victims are often from vulnerable populations and do not identify as victims to […]
A worker at the New Afton Mine near Kamloops was killed in a workplace accident February 2 with two other New Gold employees receiving non-life threatening injuries. The company reports that an underground mudslide occurred at the copper and gold mine. The on-site emergency management system was activated and […]
Every February, the world comes together to celebrate the heart. The heart is an important organ and without it, we would truly be lost. February is a time to share heart-healthy tips and education, and bring awareness to heart disease. So, what do you need to know about Heart Month […]
Susie Grynol knew from a very young age that everyone in life has a purpose, including herself. She worked, persevered, and climbed up the ladder until she was a leader. Women hold 25 per cent of vice-president positions in Canada and only 15 per cent of CEO positions are […]
There’s a brand new series of opportunities to hear from Indigenous voices and perspectives in town, and you are invited to listen. Seven Generations Education Institute (SGEI) began running a speaker series in January that focus on prominent Indigenous voices from a host of different backgrounds, experiences and professions. […]
The Riverside Healthcare Foundation will be continuing their 50/50 draw until at least October, with the possibility of an extension. Allison Cox, foundation director, said 50/50 has been an invaluable fundraiser because of the cancellation of live events due to COVID-19. “This was a really simple way for us […]
The Ontario government announced on Monday that the stay-at-home orders for most of the province will be extended, but the province will begin to transitioning back to a colour-coded shut down system to gradually reopen the economy. Lisa MacLeod, Ontario’s Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries laid out […]
