By Carl Clutchey
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal

The proponent behind a proposed battery-energy storage plant in Shuniah says it’s exploring ways to make adjustments to the project’s location following opposition to its plan by some local residents. But Toronto-based Power-Bank Corp. says it would like its plant — if it’s approved — to remain in the vicinity […]

– Ken Kellar photo

Kiwanis Club member Robin Wright, left, made a special appearance as Jessica Shute of Turtle Island Café and Barbershop pulled the winning ticket for the Kiwanis Club’s Trip of the Month draw on Monday, November 3, 2025. Ginny Heilman was the winner of an Eastern Caribbean Cruise trip, valued at […]

By Natasha Bulowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Canada’s National Observer

With Parliament back in session, the Liberals must shore up support for the upcoming fall budget, but were quickly back to trading blows with Conservatives across the aisle. When politicians returned to Ottawa on Monday, they were greeted with a crowd of protesters wielding flags and signs reading: “Fuck Carney,” […]

By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source

THUNDER BAY – The NDP, Liberal and Conservative candidates in Thunder Bay–Superior North all say they want to see the rich Ring of Fire deposits mined in partnerships that include First Nations. The Ring of Fire is a crescent-shaped area 400-plus kilometres northeast of Thunder Bay, in the James Bay […]

By Mzwandile Poncana,
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Mississauga.com

Mehakdeep Singh says he can’t imagine going back to India. Since arriving in Canada at age 19, the now 26-year-old has spent his most formative years studying, working and laying the groundwork for a life here. But today, he’s living on a visitor visa, with no work rights and no […]

Dear Editor, It’s almost time to vote, and I’ll be voting for a lessening of anxiety, for the ability to leave the tough decisions to a leader who understands economics and trade and who is committed to keeping Canada safe. One thing I don’t want in a leader is a […]

I’ve proudly called Thunder Bay – Rainy River home for over five decades. This is where I’ve built my life, raised my family, and developed a deep understanding of the challenges we face as a community. I know what matters to the people here, and I believe it’s time for […]

Marcus was born in Fort William and raised in a family that believed in hard work and helping others. He learned early on what it means to be part of a community. His grandmother’s corner store, Annie’s Confectionery, on East Brock Street wasn’t just a business — it was a […]