PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. — The Crescent Heights Football Field in Prince Albert has been officially renamed Wendell Whitter Field, honouring the late coach, pastor, and community leader whose decades of volunteer service helped shape youth sports in the city. The dedication ceremony, held Saturday morning, brought together family, friends, and city officials, including Ward 8 Councillor Darren Solomon, whose son once played in the River Riders football program. A commemorative sign was unveiled on the exterior of the Crescent Heights Arena, reading: “Wendell Whitter Field – Home of the Prince Albert Minor Football Association.” A Legacy of Leadership Whitter, who…
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TORONTO — Ontario public schools will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, with new commitments from the provincial government to develop comprehensive classroom resources on the history and legacy of Indian Residential Schools. Education Minister Paul Calandra and Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation Minister Greg Rickford announced the initiative on September 29, saying the effort builds on Ontario’s commitment to advancing reconciliation through education. “Tomorrow, schools across the province will reflect and honour Survivors, their families and the many communities affected by the legacy of the Indian Residential Schools by observing Orange Shirt Day…
KAPUSKASING, Ont. — The Ontario government is expressing sharp disappointment with Ottawa after Kap Paper announced it would idle operations at the Kapuskasing Paper Mill, citing an unsustainable path to long-term viability without ongoing financial support. In a joint statement released September 29, Mike Harris, Minister of Natural Resources, and Kevin Holland, Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products, said the province had already committed more than $50 million to keep the northern Ontario mill operating. The ministers accused the federal government of failing to match those efforts. “Our government has worked closely with Kap Paper to help protect jobs…
LONDON, Ont. — The Office of the Chief Coroner has confirmed that an inquest into the death of Thomas Humphrey will begin on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. The proceedings will examine the circumstances surrounding his death and may result in recommendations aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future. Dr. Elizabeth Urbantke, Regional Supervising Coroner for West Region, London Office, announced the scheduling of the inquest on September 29. “The inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2025,” she said, noting that Dr. Richard McLean has been appointed as presiding officer. The inquest counsel will be Julian…
PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. — The City of Prince Albert will be among several Saskatchewan municipalities in Ottawa this week as part of a coordinated push for renewed federal support for infrastructure projects. Led by Government Relations Minister Eric Schmalz and Advanced Education Minister Ken Cheveldayoff, the Saskatchewan delegation will meet with federal officials on October 1 and 2 to advocate for a new cost-shared infrastructure program. The group includes representatives from cities across the province, as well as leaders from the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) and the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA). At the heart of the discussions…
Charlottetown will once again transform its downtown core into a celebration of Prince Edward Island’s agricultural heritage and local culture when Farm Day in the City returns on Sunday, October 5, 2025. The event, presented by the PEI Potato Growers, has grown into the province’s largest annual outdoor market and street festival, drawing more than 15,000 attendees each year. Organizers say this year marks a milestone as Farm Day celebrates its 16th anniversary. Running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Queen Street and surrounding areas, the festival coincides with the Charlottetown Scarecrow Festival and the Fall Flavours Festival. Both…
NELSON, B.C. — A new 43-unit supportive housing complex is set to open in Nelson, with BC Housing confirming that Nelson CARES Society has been awarded the contract to operate the facility. Officials say the project will provide much-needed stability and wraparound services for people experiencing homelessness, while reinforcing local economic and community development. The four-storey, 30,000-square-foot building at 45 Government Road will become a cornerstone of the city’s housing strategy once construction is completed, expected in the summer of 2026. The development was initially built in 2019 and rezoned in 2023 for mixed residential and commercial use. BC Housing…
SAULT STE. MARIE — The Ontario and federal governments are jointly investing $500 million in Algoma Steel Inc. to help the company weather the impact of steep U.S. tariffs and safeguard jobs in Northern Ontario’s steel industry. The funding package, announced Monday, includes a $100-million loan from Ontario through its Protect Ontario Financing Program and a $400-million loan from Ottawa under the Large Enterprise Tariff Loan (LETL) facility. Officials say the joint effort will provide Algoma with the liquidity and operational flexibility needed to withstand volatile trade conditions and shifting global markets. “Working in partnership with the federal government, Ontario…
TORONTO — Roy Thomson Hall is set to deliver a spring season rich in cultural variety, announcing three new shows that bring international talent and artistry to Toronto audiences. The venue confirmed on Monday that the Peking Acrobats, violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman, and rising piano star Hayato Sumino will headline its stage in April and May 2026. Tickets for all three performances go on sale Friday, October 3, at 10 a.m. through www.roythomsonhall.com or by calling 416-872-4255. Peking Acrobats Return with a Dazzling Spectacle Opening the series, the Peking Acrobats will perform Friday, April 10, 2026. Known for blending athletic…
HAMILTON — Ontario has completed construction of the new Confederation GO Station in Hamilton, a major addition to the province’s transit network that officials say will ease congestion, shorten commutes and strengthen economic connections across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Premier Doug Ford announced the station’s completion on Monday, calling it a key step in the government’s strategy to expand fast, reliable train service and accommodate the region’s rapid population growth. “Our government is investing in the largest transit expansion in North America to help families and workers get where they need to go, when they need to get there,” Ford…