St. Thomas, Ont. — The Ontario government is throwing its support behind a $107-million expansion by Element5, a homegrown mass timber manufacturer, in a move that promises to create 150 new jobs and strengthen the province’s foothold in sustainable construction. The St. Thomas expansion will double Element5’s production capacity and increase the domestic supply of glued-laminated and cross-laminated timber, key components in modular housing and large-scale wood construction. Provincial officials said the project underscores Ontario’s strategy to grow its advanced wood construction sector while helping local workers weather global trade pressures. “Ontario’s forestry and wood manufacturing sectors support tens of…
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THUNDER BAY, Ont. — The Ontario government is investing $8 million over the next three years to support First Nations entrepreneurs and communities through training, mentorship, and expanded business opportunities. The funding will flow to the Ontario First Nations Economic Developers Association (OFNEDA), which represents economic development officers and Indigenous business leaders across the province. The announcement was made September 16 by Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation, during OFNEDA’s 14th annual First Nations Economic Advancement Conference in Thunder Bay. Building Partnerships for Growth “Our ongoing partnership with OFNEDA reaffirms our government’s commitment to creating…
LONDON, Ont. — Londoners will have a chance to step behind the scenes of the city’s most storied institutions and cultural spaces later this year as the London Heritage Council (LHC) presents the annual Doors Open London weekend on September 20 and 21, 2025. Spanning 41 sites across the city, the event is designed to showcase the “sights, sounds, and stories that make our city,” with free access to businesses, museums, places of worship, entertainment venues, and heritage landmarks. A Celebration of Community and History Doors Open London, part of a province-wide initiative, invites residents and visitors alike to explore…
COQUITLAM, B.C. — Fraser Health Authority’s Board of Directors will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, September 17, giving residents of the Tri-Cities an opportunity to learn more about local health services and engage directly with decision-makers. The session is scheduled to take place from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Executive Plaza and Suites Hotel, Grand Ballroom A, 405 North Road, Coquitlam. Community members are invited to attend in person. Opportunity for Public Engagement The meeting is designed to give residents a chance to hear updates on Fraser Health’s operations while also providing a forum to ask questions.…
SUDBURY, Ont. — Ontario’s Office of the Chief Coroner has announced that a public inquest will be held into the death of Justin Alexander Trudeau, a 44-year-old man from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory who died while in custody at the Sudbury Jail in 2021. The announcement was made Tuesday by Dr. Harry Voogjarv, Regional Supervising Coroner for the North Region, Sudbury office. The inquest will seek to examine the circumstances surrounding Trudeau’s death on February 13, 2021, and provide a platform for a jury to consider recommendations aimed at preventing similar fatalities in the future. Purpose of the Inquest Inquests in…
PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. — Prince Albert is preparing to join communities across the country in hosting the 2025 edition of Culture Days, Canada’s largest national celebration of arts and culture. From September 19 to October 12, residents will have the chance to take part in more than 30 free events and activities showcasing the city’s artistic and cultural vibrancy. Culture Days has grown into a major fixture on the Canadian cultural calendar, drawing an estimated two million participants annually through thousands of free performances, workshops and exhibits in 355 communities nationwide. Prince Albert’s contribution to the three-week celebration is coordinated…
North Bay, Ont. — The Ontario government has completed construction of the North Bay Rail Bypass, a 982-metre section of track designed to shorten travel times and improve safety for the long-awaited Northlander passenger rail service. The bypass, which links the CN Newmarket subdivision with Ontario Northland’s Temagami Subdivision, will trim approximately 15 minutes from the journey to North Bay Station. Officials say the project represents a major step toward restoring the passenger rail line between Toronto and Timmins, with a connection to Cochrane. “With record investments in infrastructure, including the Northlander, our government is getting it done for the…
Cambridge, Ont. — Mayor Jan Liggett is convening a full-day forum next month aimed at confronting some of the most pressing challenges facing families and communities grappling with mental health and addictions. The event, See Me, Hear Me – The Unheard Voices, is set for Friday, October 24 at the Hespeler Arena from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The gathering will feature a series of speakers, panel discussions, and interactive sessions designed to create dialogue between experts, individuals with lived experience, and families directly affected by these issues. Attendees will be encouraged to contribute feedback, which organizers say will be…
Toronto — Massey Hall and Culturepreneur Joy Bullen are bringing Canadian singer-songwriter Julian Taylor and his band back to Toronto for a special Black History Month performance on February 28, 2026. The concert, part of the long-running Celebrations & Revelations series, will take place at TD Music Hall, a 500-capacity venue at 178 Victoria Street in the heart of the city’s entertainment district. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 19 at 10 a.m. through tdmusichall.com or by phone at 416-872-4255. The event is a general admission, seated show. Celebrating Black Excellence The Celebrations & Revelations series, now in its 10th…
Hamilton, Ont. — The Ontario government is committing $18 million to expand medical isotope production at McMaster University’s nuclear reactor, a move officials say will strengthen the province’s role in cancer care, fuel innovation, and generate jobs in the Hamilton region. The investment, announced September 15, will enable the McMaster Nuclear Reactor to operate around the clock, seven days a week. The expansion is expected to create 16 new jobs locally and generate enough custom isotopes for up to 84,000 cancer treatments annually. “We all know someone who has been impacted by cancer, and that timely, cutting-edge treatment is critical…