The Fort Frances and Area Human Trafficking Coalition is hosting a Dinner & Documentary event on February 21, 2025, at the Sunset Country Métis Hall 5-9 p.m. This powerful evening aims to educate the community about human trafficking while offering an opportunity to hear from guest speaker Cynara Vondra, an […]
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For Us. For You. Equitable, high quality, primary health care services. As Primary Care organizations in the Rainy River District, the Fort Frances Family Health Team, Gizhewaadiziwin Health Access Centre, and the Atikokan Family Health Team will be participating in the For Us, For You campaign, spearheaded, in partnership, by […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
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lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
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lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Leslie Barr, a Certified Residential Appraiser and real estate sales representative, discussed the importance of investing in one’s home, especially the home’s envelope, to preserve the property and its equity. Barr said homeowners who are able can refinance their homes and use up to 80 per cent of the home’s […]
From the Canadian Mental Health Association
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As international trade tensions escalate, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario is warning of the significant negative impacts this will bring on Ontarians’ mental well-being. While Ontario’s party leaders debate how to combat new tariffs by the U.S. government, studies show the consequences are not just economic. Research shows […]
From the District of Rainy River Services Board
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Fort Frances, Ontario – The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) is proud to announce the official launch of the HOPE Transitional House, a crucial step forward in addressing homelessness in the Rainy River District. The new program provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals transitioning to stable […]
By Ken Kellar
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Valentine’s Day so often means chocolates and cards and flowers, but what if this year, it was asked to be a little bit more? Make no mistake, if you choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day as another special occasion to spoil your significant other, or another loved one, then this is […]
From Riverside Health Care
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Press release
Riverside Health Care in conjunction with the Northwestern Public Health Unit has declared an Influenza A Outbreak on the West Wing of Rainycrest Long Term Care Home. Enhanced visitor restrictions and masking protocols are in place. Only two (2) visitors or caregivers may visit at a time, and visitors should […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
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lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
A new lego robotics program aims to give intermediate students some hands-on learning to teach them coding, according to Tiffany Goulet, Experiential Learning Lead at the Northwest Catholic District School Board. Goulet said this type of program has a lot to offer to students, and shared that feedback from students […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff Writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Tiffany Goulet, Experiential Learning Lead for The Northwest Catholic District School Board, arranged an entrepreneurial pilot program for Grade Seven and Eight students funded by the Ministry of Education. This year, the pilot program returned to fund students’ business ideas. According to Gulet, students sold soap, woodworking goods, jewellery, and […]
Tonight will see a few clouds with a low of -23 C (-9 F). Tomorrow will have increasing cloudiness in the morning with a chance of flurries before becoming cloudy with periods of snow overnight and a high of -10 (14) with a low of -16 (3). Thursday will be […]
From Confederation College
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Confederation College is excited to announce the launch of a funded fast-track Practical Nursing Program at its Thunder Bay, Dryden, Kenora, Fort Frances, Marathon and Longlac campuses. Thanks to support from the Ministry of Health, tuition, fees, uniforms, textbooks, and some travel costs for labs are fully covered by eligible […]
There was some confusion in our research regarding the lights on Scott St. The former high pressure sodium fixtures were replaced with LED fixtures in 2012. The work completed in late 2024 was to replace the poles only, according to Operations and Facilities Manger Travis Rob said in a follow […]
