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Webequie road would have 'significant' impact on caribou, wolverines: EA

Webequie road would have 'significant' impact on caribou, wolverines: EA

The impact on fish and fish habitat, as well as vegetation and wetlands would not be significant according to the draft environmental assessment. An impact statement also predicts a negative impact on people, through increased risk of racism and sex-based violence.
Local workers 'very disappointed' WSIB rejected union offer

Local workers 'very disappointed' WSIB rejected union offer

OCEU/CUPE 1750 has now entered its third week of a strike. This is the first full-scale work stoppage in the WSIB’s 110-year history.
City acting as transport hub as First Nations flee wildfires

City acting as transport hub as First Nations flee wildfires

The City of Thunder Bay supports the emergency evacuation of Sandy Lake First Nation.
Cyclist airlifted to hospital in Thunder Bay

Cyclist airlifted to hospital in Thunder Bay

Police say cyclist was struck in collision with pick-up truck in Fort Frances. on Saturday, June 7.
Aroland, Bearskin Lake call out Ford government over Bill 5

Aroland, Bearskin Lake call out Ford government over Bill 5

First Nations want the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act repealed.
June expected to be hotter than usual as forest fires burn up the Northwest

June expected to be hotter than usual as forest fires burn up the Northwest

Environment Canada says May was also largely warmer than average and the region saw much less rainfall.
'End of the line' reached, Ignace must pay up in wrongful firing suit

'End of the line' reached, Ignace must pay up in wrongful firing suit

The Supreme Court of Canada dismissed the municipality's application to appeal a Superior Court decision.
Firefighter shortage threatens survival of rural fire services: chief

Firefighter shortage threatens survival of rural fire services: chief

The Pass Lake Volunteer Fire Team is unable to meet the staffing levels sought by the province according to fire chief Alex Pyne.
Courage and quick decisions helped 18 workers escape forest fire: company

Courage and quick decisions helped 18 workers escape forest fire: company

A work crew sought refuge in shipping containers after being threatened by a fire burning near Sandy Lake. The fire remains not under control.
How a network of low-cost sensors is helping to enhance air quality data

How a network of low-cost sensors is helping to enhance air quality data

The initiative is a partnership between federal, provincial and local levels of government and other organizations.
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