Highlights

Wildfire smoke lingering but expected to clear, Environment Canada says

Numerous forest fires burning in the Northwest and out west have caused smoky conditions across much of the region.

May 30, 2025 2:36 PM Read more >

Wildfire multiplies in size, Deer Lake evacuates

Red Lake 12 expands to more than 7,000 hectares.

May 29, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >

Poor air quality blamed on ongoing wildfires

Environment Canada has air quality statements covering most of Northwestern Ontario.

May 29, 2025 4:25 PM Read more >

New security measures coming to the Sioux Lookout airport

The airport is transforming a section of its existing departure area to accommodate passenger screening starting.

May 29, 2025 4:15 PM Read more >

'We trained hard. We had to win.' Track and field championships finish strong

The 2025 NWOSSAA Track and Field Championships wrapped up on Wednesday.

May 29, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >

UPDATED: Massive expansion of restricted fire zone

Fire officials say it will now cover the Thunder Bay area east to Nipigon and Red Rock.

May 29, 2025 12:00 PM Read more >

Man charged after stealing boat, refusing to stop for police

A Wabauskang First Nation 32-year-old remains behind bars after the May 27 incident.

May 29, 2025 9:24 AM Read more >

Community evacuated as fire nears Deer Lake airport

MNR says a forest fire near the First Nation's airport grew quickly to 100 hectares.

May 28, 2025 9:25 PM Read more >

Ford government announces plans for 'Indigenous-led economic zones' under Bill 5

Facing mounting opposition from First Nations, the premier's office announced a pivot

May 28, 2025 6:00 PM Read more >

Huge forest fire northwest of Kenora has grown

The fire dubbed Kenora 20 has grown to more than 32,000 hectares.

May 28, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >