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Ian Kaufman

Ian Kaufman

Ian Kaufman is a multimedia reporter covering city hall and other Thunder Bay news. A native of Oshawa, Ontario, Ian moved north to study at Lakehead and never looked back. He is particularly passionate about issues of government, social justice, and the environment.

Twitter: @IanKTbay

Email
ikaufman@dougallmedia.com

Recent Work by Ian

Thunder Bay health unit to consider merger

Thunder Bay health unit to consider merger

The Thunder Bay District board of health has voted to formally examine a potential merger with the Northwestern Health Unit pushed by the province.
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Meeting shows challenges on caribou protections

Meeting shows challenges on caribou protections

A provincial workshop on caribou conservation showcased challenges in agreeing to solutions, while a threatened federal protection order looms.
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Province announces $7M for trades training

Province announces $7M for trades training

The provincial government announced millions intended to address worker shortages in the trades, with a focus on Indigenous participation.
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Start-up accelerator offers $250K investments

Start-up accelerator offers $250K investments

An intensive 12-week accelerator program will help five Northwestern Ontario entrepreneurs scale up their ideas, with two eligible to score investments of up to $250,000.
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Avalon announces bigger plans for lithium plant site

Avalon announces bigger plans for lithium plant site

The company behind a planned lithium processing plant in Thunder Bay says it intends to attract partners for a wider ‘industrial park’
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After minister's resignation, Holland defends government's Greenbelt response

After minister's resignation, Holland defends government's Greenbelt response

Thunder Bay–Atikokan MPP Kevin Holland has defended the Ford government's response to a growing controversy over its removal of lands from the Greenbelt.
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CLE launches with hopes for record attendance

CLE launches with hopes for record attendance

The Canadian Lakehead Exhibition opened on Wednesday, with organizers optimistic Northwestern Ontario’s largest fair could attract over 70,000 people again this year.
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Folk fest ready to rock

Folk fest ready to rock

The 21st annual Live from the Rock folk festival will bring an eclectic mix of performers to Red Rock's scenic harbour, along with some new activities for festival-goers.
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Poilievre decries carbon tax, safe supply

Poilievre decries carbon tax, safe supply

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre painted Canada as beset by “crime, chaos, drugs, and disorder” and pitched tax reductions, housing action in a Thunder Bay visit.
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Singh calls for action on affordable housing

Singh calls for action on affordable housing

Federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh called on the government to waive HST on new affordable housing builds during his stop in Thunder Bay.
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