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Aamjiwnaang First Nation, near Sarnia, Ont., has declared a state of emergency after a significant spike in the cancer-causing substance benzene was detected as a chemical plant began to shut down. Hourly benzene readings as high as 191.3 ug/m3 were detected at noon on April 25, by a real-time air …
Read More »Brian Mulroney state funeral details set. What to know
Canadians will have opportunities to pay tribute to former prime minister Brian Mulroney before his state funeral in Montreal later this month, officials say. Mulroney, 84, died in Florida “peacefully and surrounded by family” last Thursday, his daughter Caroline said. He served as the country’s 18th prime minister, leading the …
Read More »Jets chairman Chipman says current state of Jets attendance is not sustainable – Winnipeg
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted February 23, 2024 7:15 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Winnipeg Jets chairman Mark Chipman says the NHL team’s future could be in jeopardy if attendance doesn’t improve. In an interview with The Athletic, Chipman said the …
Read More »Winnipeg Mayor’s State of City Address looks to tackle affordable housing crisis – Winnipeg
Affordable housing is few and far between in Winnipeg, and often called “a crisis.” It’s an issue Mayor Scott Gillingham said he is looking to fast-track in his annual State of the City address before the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce. He said he wants to help housing keep up with …
Read More »Northern Ontario First Nations declare state of emergency over winter roads
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted February 9, 2024 6:24 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size An organization representing First Nations across northern Ontario says it is declaring a state of emergency because warmer weather has left some winter roads that its communities rely on for …
Read More »Belleville, Ont., declares state of emergency after rash of drug overdoses
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted February 8, 2024 11:10 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The southeastern Ontario city of Belleville has declared a state of emergency after a rash of overdoses over a 24-hour period that prompted warnings from police this week. …
Read More »State of emergency declared by Manitoba First Nations using winter roads – Winnipeg
Remote Manitoban communities have declared a state of emergency as some winter roads remain closed, cutting off access to vital supplies. Anininew Okimawin Grand Chief Scott Harper said they are in crisis mode. “The warm weather has led to the rapid deterioration of the newly constructed winter road that provides …
Read More »As the wind blows: Why a massive winter blast in New York state gave Ontario a pass
As a winter storm hits parts of western New York state, those living in southern Ontario might wonder why it isn’t making its way up north. It all comes down to how the wind blows, says Global News’ chief meteorologist, Anthony Farnell. “It has everything to do with that wind …
Read More »State of emergency declared in Peter Ballantyne First Nation after teen death
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation declared a state of emergency Tuesday after the death of a 17-year-old in Deschambault Lake, Sask. The First Nation said the event underscores an escalation of violence in communities like Pelican Narrows and Deschambault Lake. “The loss of …
Read More »North Dakota plans new state park near border with Manitoba – Winnipeg
By The Staff The Associated Press Posted May 23, 2023 8:27 am Descrease article font size Increase article font size North Dakota is planning a new state park in a scenic gorge close to the Canadian border to promote tourism in the northeastern part of the state. The recently adjourned …
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