San Pedro de la Paz, Chile — Canadian triathlete Sophia Howell reached a career milestone on Sunday, capturing her first-ever World Triathlon Cup podium with a bronze medal in San Pedro de la Paz, Chile. The 23-year-old from Airdrie, Alberta, delivered a consistent all-around performance in the sprint-distance race, finishing in one hour, one minute, and 12 seconds (1:01:12). Competing over a 750-metre swim, 20-kilometre bike, and 5-kilometre run, Howell stayed in contention from start to finish in one of the final international events of the triathlon season. “I’m so excited. I didn’t expect this today so I’m over the…
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TORONTO, Ont. – The Ontario government has honoured the province’s top innovators, educators, and community leaders in the agri-food industry with the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, recognizing 12 winners and seven honourable mentions for their contributions to strengthening Ontario’s $51 billion agri-food sector. Presented across 10 categories, the awards highlight individuals and organizations that are advancing research, sustainability, and innovation while promoting a stronger, more competitive agricultural economy. “I’m proud to recognize the winners and honourable mentions of the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Awards for their hard work and commitment to building a stronger, more competitive agri-food sector,” said…
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – The City of Cambridge played host to a key gathering of automotive and municipal leaders this week, as Mayor Jan Liggett welcomed more than 100 delegates to the 2025 Ontario Auto Mayors Roundtable, held at Tapestry Hall on Friday, November 7. The event brought together policymakers, industry executives, and government representatives to discuss the future of Ontario’s rapidly evolving automotive sector. The annual forum, known as Auto Mayors, serves as a collaborative platform for municipal leaders to jointly advocate for the growth and sustainability of Ontario’s auto industry—a sector that contributes billions to the provincial economy and…
LONDON, Ont. – The Ontario government has announced an investment of $575,000 to help Canadian Armed Forces veterans and military-connected learners convert their service experience into recognized postsecondary credits. The initiative aims to help veterans transition more efficiently into civilian careers while strengthening Ontario’s skilled workforce. The funding, announced by the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security, supports new Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) projects across six Ontario colleges and universities. These include Fanshawe College, Georgian College, Canadore College, Lakehead University, the University of Waterloo, and the University of Windsor. “Our government will always stand up for…
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – The City of Cambridge will officially reopen the newly renovated Preston Memorial Auditorium with a grand opening celebration on Friday, November 14, 2025, marking a major milestone in the city’s investment in local recreation and community spaces. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, family activities, and special appearances by city officials, including Mayor Jan Liggett and City Manager Rob Axiak. The reopening celebration will take place at 1458 Hamilton Street in Cambridge, beginning with official remarks and a ribbon-cutting at 4:30 p.m., followed by a public celebration at 5:00 p.m. that includes a free public skate,…
NORTH BAY, Ont. – The Ontario government has marked a major milestone in its long-term care expansion plan with the official opening of the new Northern Heights Community, a 160-bed long-term care home in North Bay. The new facility replaces the existing Waters Edge Care Community and reflects the province’s ongoing efforts to modernize elder care, create jobs, and improve quality of life for seniors. Announced by the Ministry of Long-Term Care, the project is part of Ontario’s province-wide initiative to add and upgrade 58,000 long-term care beds as outlined in the 2025 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario.…
KITCHENER, Ont. – The City of Kitchener will pay tribute to its veterans with the unveiling of a new Veterans Crosswalk on Monday, November 10, 2025, marking a symbolic gesture of gratitude and remembrance just ahead of Remembrance Day. The commemorative event, set to begin at 10:00 a.m. at the East Avenue Parking Lot of the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium, will feature remarks from Mayor Berry Vrbanovic, members of Kitchener City Council, and representatives from local veterans’ organizations. The ceremony will be followed by a veterans’ procession and a reception inside the auditorium, offering residents and attendees an opportunity to reflect…
The International Energy Agency (IEA) will release its flagship publication, the World Energy Outlook 2025 (WEO-2025), during a press webinar on Wednesday, November 12, at 11:00 a.m. Paris time. The event, led by IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol, will feature key contributors Laura Cozzi, the agency’s Director of Sustainability, Technology and Outlooks, and Tim Gould, Chief Energy Economist. The session will be open to accredited journalists and livestreamed globally. The annual World Energy Outlook is regarded as the most comprehensive and authoritative assessment of global energy trends, offering in-depth analysis of market data, technological developments, and government policies shaping the…
PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. — The former Prince Albert Pulp Mill, dormant for nearly two decades, is set for revival following its acquisition by the BMI Group, one of Canada’s leading developers specializing in the renewal of legacy industrial properties. The move positions the site as a cornerstone for economic renewal in northern Saskatchewan, connecting industrial redevelopment with community-focused growth. The transaction, which closed on October 31, 2025, represents the first major opportunity in years to repurpose the 2,331-acre mill complex into a modern industrial hub. The property includes more than 900,000 square feet of building space, direct rail access, and…
Belém, Brazil – The global push to bring clean cooking access to billions of people gained renewed focus at the COP30 Leaders Summit on Friday, as the Prime Minister of Norway and the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA) joined other high-level speakers to assess progress since last year’s landmark Paris Summit on Clean Cooking in Africa. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre of Norway and Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the IEA, led a press briefing in Belém to outline how international efforts to address the clean cooking crisis are evolving amid increasing attention from global energy and climate…