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By Eric Shih, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Thunder Bay Source
The Northwestern Health Unit’s most recent annual report shows the region is still dealing with the same systemic health issues that have been challenging Northwestern Ontario for some time. The most recent numbers from 2021 show hospitalization from cardiovascular diseases, which include heart disease and stroke, are more than 50 […]
From the National Park Service
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: National Park Service Wildlife Biologist Dr. Steve Windels was recently honored with the 2023 Distinguished Moose Biologist Award at the 55th North American Moose Conference and Workshop held May 22-26, 2023, in Grand Portage, Minnesota. The Distinguished Moose Biologist Award was established to honor “the outstanding contribution […]
By Eric Shih
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
What is the notion of an informed and willing community, when it comes to deciding on an industrial project like nuclear waste burial? That’s the question University of Laval professor Maxime Polleri is interested in studying, and the reason the anthropologist has been in Ignace the past couple of weeks […]
By Rochelle Baker
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Canada's National Observer
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Canada's National Observer
Canadians are generally pretty foggy about how much shipping emissions are fuelling the climate crisis. But as soon as they learn that the sector produces a billion tonnes of carbon dioxide each year, the majority are on board with government investment in zero-emission ports, an Abacus Data poll indicates. More […]
By Megan Walchuk
Editor
mwalchuk@fortfrances.com
Editor
mwalchuk@fortfrances.com
The Ontario government has opted to hold rent increase guidelines for 2024 at 2.5 per cent – same as 2023 levels. The rent increase guideline is the maximum amount a landlord can increase rent during the year for most tenants without the approval of the Landlord and Tenant Board. Newly […]
Staff
Rentola has completed its annual review of the safest cities in Canada index. Barrie came out on top, with Fort Frances’ two closest cities, Thunder bay and Winnipeg, coming in at 32nd and 34th respectively. To see the full methodology, visit https://rentola.ca/safest-cities-in-canada Rank City Overall Index Citizens per officer Crime […]
By Fabian Dawson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
New Canadian Media
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
New Canadian Media
Canada’s newly unveiled approach to attract foreign tech talent is being met with angst in America while being heralded as a game changer for the country’s emerging technologies, according to experts. But for the multi-pronged Tech Talent Strategy to work, Canada needs to ensure that there is a clear and […]
– Daniel Adam photos
The Standard Insurance, located at the Senic River Mall in Fort Frances, held a grand opening ribbon cutting and barbecue on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Deputy mayor Mike Behan was on hand to cut the ribbon alongside branch manager Kasey Beaush- ene, and visitors were then able to grab a […]
–Allan Bradbury and Ken Kellar photos
A little bit of rainy couldn’t put a damper on Couchiching First Nation’s annual Powwow this past weekend. While Friday. June 23, 2023’s events went ahead outside at the powwow grounds, the rainy weather forced a move inside to the Couchiching Bingo Palace for Saturday and Sunday’s events, where energy […]
Press release
The Town of Fort Frances (ToFF) is very pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Moffat Family Fund grants. This year the Moffat Family Fund supported 15 charitable programs for a total of $121,666.50 distributed through the ToFF Moffat Family Fund Steering Committee. The mission of the Moffat Family […]
Staff
Cue the flags, fireworks and fun! Canada Day is just around the corner, with plenty to take in right across the District. Here’s a round-up of what’s happening on Saturday, so you can plan your day: FORT FRANCES Festivities in Fort Frances are being organized by Beyak Automotive Group, in […]
