Author: Sophie Mitchell

Core Express Suspended, Reduced Frequency on Key Routes Prince Albert transit riders are facing temporary service disruptions as the city adjusts operations on several bus routes, with officials urging commuters to plan ahead and monitor updates closely. The changes, effective April 10, 2026, include the full suspension of the Core Express service for the day, alongside reduced frequency on both the East Hill and All Day routes. The adjustments appear to be short-term, though no definitive timeline has been provided for a return to normal operations. Hourly Service Introduced for East Hill and All Day Routes Under the temporary schedule,…

All Scheduled Routes to Return to Normal Operations on April 10 Prince Albert Transit will return to its regular operating schedule on Friday, April 10, restoring full service across all scheduled routes after a temporary disruption, according to an update released Thursday by municipal transit officials. The return to standard operations means commuters in Prince Albert can expect all regularly scheduled transit routes to resume service as normal beginning Friday morning, providing relief for residents who may have experienced altered schedules or limited service during the temporary adjustment period. Transit officials said the regular operating schedule will remain in place…

Province awards 14 projects as electricity demand expected to surge and long-term energy expansion plans accelerate Ontario has approved 14 new electricity generation projects through what the province says is the largest competitive power procurement in its history, securing more than 1,300 megawatts of new supply in a move the government says will provide enough electricity to power about 350,000 homes. The procurement, administered by the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), forms part of the province’s broader strategy to meet rapidly rising electricity demand while keeping rates affordable for households and businesses. New generation from the projects is expected to…

Ontario Coroner to Examine Circumstances Surrounding 2019 Death of Inmate Jury May Make Recommendations to Help Prevent Similar Deaths An inquest will be held into the death of Levi Brown, a 29-year-old man who died in hospital after being transferred from the Maplehurst Correctional Complex in Milton, Ontario’s Ministry of the Solicitor General announced Wednesday. Dr. Kenneth Peckham, regional supervising coroner for the Central Region’s Central West Office, said the inquest is being convened under the requirements of Ontario’s Coroners Act, which mandates inquests in certain custodial deaths. “Dr. Kenneth Peckham, Regional Supervising Coroner, Central Region, Central West Office, has…

Ontario coroner says mandatory inquest will examine circumstances surrounding 2018 death The Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General has announced that an inquest will be held into the death of Drew Pearson, a 29-year-old man who died after being transferred from the Elgin Middlesex Detention Centre in London, Ont. Dr. Elizabeth Urbantke, regional supervising coroner for the West Region, London Office, made the announcement Wednesday, confirming that the proceeding is required under Ontario’s Coroners Act. “An inquest will be held into the death of Drew Pearson,” Dr. Elizabeth Urbantke, Regional Supervising Coroner, West Region, London Office, announced in the release.…

Halifax-based orchestra broadens programming with mix of traditional repertoire, pop culture concerts and marquee guest artists HALIFAX/KJIPUKTUK, N.S. — Symphony Nova Scotia has announced its 2026/27 concert season, unveiling a broad slate of performances that blends core classical repertoire with contemporary crossover programming as the organization looks to attract both longtime patrons and new audiences. The Halifax-based orchestra said the upcoming season will feature performances ranging from Beethoven and Brahms to ABBA, anime soundtracks and Broadway favourites, with programming spread across its Spotlight, Fusion, Baroque, Mozart+ and Special Concert series. “We invite audiences to experience the breadth of live music…

North Bay clinics receive provincial funding under $3.4-billion action plan aimed at connecting every Ontarian to primary care Ontario says new investments in primary care are helping expand access to family health services in North Bay as the province works toward its goal of connecting every resident to a primary care provider by 2029. Premier Doug Ford visited the North Bay Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic on Thursday to highlight the province’s broader $3.4-billion Primary Care Action Plan, under which 130 care teams across Ontario are receiving funding to expand access to frontline health services. The North Bay Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic received…

Ontario moves ahead with Oakville GO transit-oriented community plan The Ontario government has issued four Minister’s Zoning Orders (MZOs) to advance a major transit-oriented development near Oakville GO Station, a project expected to deliver more than 6,800 new homes and support thousands of jobs as the province pushes to accelerate housing construction across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. The development, planned for Midtown Oakville, is intended to create a mixed-use community surrounding one of the busiest GO Transit stations in the region. In addition to new housing, the project will include public spaces, parks, bike paths, a day care and improved…

Ontario Advances Return of Northlander Rail Service After 14-Year Hiatus Ontario’s long-delayed revival of the Northlander passenger rail service has entered a critical testing and commissioning phase as the province moves closer to restoring rail operations across Northern Ontario later this year. Premier Doug Ford announced Wednesday in North Bay that the province has begun the final operational testing stage for the Northlander, marking a significant milestone in the restoration of the rail corridor, which was cancelled in 2012. The return of the service forms part of Ontario’s broader $70 billion transit infrastructure program and is intended to reconnect communities…

Modified Bus Operations Return Thursday as Snow Continues to Disrupt Some Routes Prince Albert Transit will resume service on Thursday, April 9, under a modified operating schedule as the city continues to manage the aftermath of significant snowfall earlier this week. Municipal transit officials said regular service will not be fully restored, with several disruptions remaining in place due to weather-related road and stop accessibility concerns. According to the latest update from the transit agency, some bus stops will remain temporarily closed while crews continue snow-clearing operations across affected areas. In a service notice issued Wednesday, Prince Albert Transit said,…