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Bank would bring up to 3,500 direct jobs to Canada if Toronto is selected as host city The Ontario government took the next step in its ongoing advocacy to secure Toronto’s selection as the headquarters of the newly created Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB), launching a comprehensive

Northern Ontario Large Urban Mayors (NOLUM) call for integrated housing, health investment of $435 to protect regional economy New NOSDA – CMHA analysis shows $435 million per year, just 1.3 cents on the dollar, would stabilize homelessness, health systems across the North Northern Ontario (Jan. 15, 2026) STAY INFORMED – Click

Summer Concert Series & Arts and Culture Nights 2026 The City of North Bay is looking for local performers, artists, and entertainers to showcase their talents at the Kiwanis Bandshell this summer. Submissions are now open for both the Summer Concert Series and Arts and Culture Nights, which bring live

By Richard Coffin A motion calling for a review of the city’s short-term rental bylaw is coming to council next week. Put forward by Councillor Sara Inch, the motion says only eight short-term rental properties have registered with the city despite evidence additional unregistered rentals remain active. STAY INFORMED

By Richard Coffin A recent donation is reflecting the ‘regional’ impact the North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC) has. The Lions Club in Earlton presented a $10,000 cheque to the foundation this week. Officials say the money will support two key projects, an X-Ray upgrade and the purchase of

By Richard Coffin Natural gas rates are up in Ontario, including locally.  On it’s website, Enbridge Gas says the new rates started at the beginning of the month and will remain in effect through March 31. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox.

It is with grief and sadness that the Cloutier family announce the unexpected death of Marcel Normand Cloutier at 79 years of age (nee March 22, 1946 in Rouyn Noranda, Quebec, Canada) on December 12, 2025 in North Bay, Ontario.  Marcel was the son of Irene (nee Bergeron) and Germaine;

November 5 1927- January 19 2026 We announce with sorrow, the passing of Julie in her 99th year at Algonquin Nursing Home in Mattawa with family members at her side on January 19, 2026. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 73 years, Amedée. She is survived by her children: Marg

Kaden Pitre scored at 4:55 of overtime to lift the North Bay Battalion to a 5-4 comeback victory over the Brantford Bulldogs in a wild Ontario Hockey League game Thursday night. Lirim Amidovski had three goals and one assist and Sebastien Gervais the other goal for the Battalion, while

By Richard Coffin An iconic Canadian retailer of the past is looking at expansion plans across the country. This after the successful launch of Zellers’ first stand-alone store in Edmonton last October. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a free service