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Expanding Access to Skilled Trades Certification in Northern Ontario

New Kenora exam testing centre will help apprentices get certified closer to home and enter the workforce faster The Ontario government is expanding access to careers in the skilled trades in Northwestern Ontario by opening a local apprenticeship exam testing centre in Kenora. Through a new partnership with Seven Generations

Ontario Extending Last Call During FIFA World Cup 2026™

Alcohol sale and service extended to 4 a.m. to support local businesses, hospitality workers and fans during global tournament he Ontario government is supporting tourism and local businesses by allowing licensed restaurants and bars to extend the sale and service of alcohol across the province until 4 a.m.

New Community and Recreation Centre still on target for August completion

By Richard Coffin ‘On budget and on time’. That’s the update from city staff on the new Community and Recreation Centre being built on Lakeshore Drive, with the substantial completion date still this August. A report coming to council’s committee meeting Tuesday evening also says work on the

Ontario Helping More Women Train for In-Demand Careers and Leadership Roles

Province investing $11 million through new WELL Fund to support women in high-demand sectors and help survivors of human trafficking rebuild their lives The Ontario government is investing $11 million over two years through the new Women’s Economic Leadership and Legacy (WELL) Fund to help more women gain the

North Bay sensei to compete on global stage

By Richard Coffin The owner and head sensei at Gateway Martial Arts is heading to the World Karate Championship in Spain this October. Adam Arbiter has been named to Team Canada after winning bronze in the 35+ men’s kata division at the National Championship. He competed in Ottawa on

Severe weather impacts the Mattawa area

By Richard Coffin The North Bay OPP is advising the public in the Mattawa area to avoid non-essential travel after severe weather Monday night. Police say the there are reports of downed trees and hydro poles blocking roads, with Highway 533 closed overnight. The road reopened just before 6:30

Ontario Strengthening Protections for Adopted Children

New legislation would enhance the private and international adoption system to protect the well-being of children  The Ontario government is introducing legislative changes to strengthen protections for children in private and international adoptions by enhancing oversight of the adoption process, creating new compliance and enforcement tools and establishing better safeguards

Ottawa delivers $2.2 million to strengthen area manufacturing resilience

By Brad Aubin With market conditions changing, FedNor is helping local businesses diversify, grow, strengthen domestic supply chains, and more. Pauline Rochefort, Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, announced over $2.2 million to help five North Bay and area businesses respond to global trade pressures and build for the future.

Motorcycle Season Prompts Safety Reminder

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is reminding drivers to make motorcycle safety a priority this long weekend and throughout the riding season. With warmer weather arriving, more motorcycles are travelling on local roads and highways. Motorcycles are smaller and harder to see than other vehicles, and drivers are reminded

NBPS Launches Traffic Management & Road Safety Plan

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has published its 2026-2028 Multi-Year Traffic Management & Safety Plan (“the Plan”), a comprehensive strategy aimed at reducing motor vehicle collision fatalities and serious injuries on city roads. In North Bay, motor vehicle collision deaths continue to rival, and in some years exceed, homicide

NBPS Launches Traffic Management & Road Safety Plan

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) has published its 2026-2028 Multi-Year Traffic Management & Safety Plan (“the Plan”), a comprehensive strategy aimed at reducing motor vehicle collision fatalities and serious injuries on city roads. In North Bay, motor vehicle collision deaths continue to rival, and in some years exceed, homicide

NOTHING, NOWHERE, EVERYWHERE

NORTH BAY – TOURISM NORTH BAY LAUNCHES BOLD NEW SEASONAL CAMPAIGN  Tourism North Bay is excited to launch the summer video of their 2026 Seasonal Campaign: Nothing, Nowhere, Everywhere: North Bay — a refreshingly unconventional take on destination marketing that leans into sarcastic humour to showcase everything that makes North Bay unforgettable.

DNSSAB Advances Indigenous-Led Affordable Housing Project in North Bay

Brookes St. development moves forward with support from federal, provincial, and municipal partners A new Indigenous-led affordable housing development on Brookes Street in North Bay is moving forward with the support of coordinated federal, provincial, and municipal housing funding, including the Housing Accelerator Fund and combined Canada–Ontario Community Housing

Mark Harris

Unexpectedly passed away at his home on Saturday May 2, 2026, at the age of 62 years. Mark was the beloved husband of Melanie (nee Mitchell) Harris and the loving father to Brandon Harris (Erin), and Nathaniel Harris (Grace). He was the cherished grandfather to Theodore. Mark is predeceased by

Kathleen Alice Green

Kathleen Alice Green Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of her family on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the age of 91 years. Kathleen was the beloved wife of the late Stanley Green and loving mother of David Green (Lynn), Susan McKay (Michael), Tom Green (Louise), Jeffrey Green (Jonna)

Joelle Donovan

Our hearts are broken to have to announce the passing of our cherished mother Joelle. She wore many hats but her role as Mom, Nana, Mama J and Nana J were her most prized titles.  The way Joelle fought this disease with strength & love was a testament to her

Ontario Expanding Adult Correctional Capacity to Keep Dangerous Offenders Behind Bars

Province adding more than 2,500 permanent jail beds across the province As part of the government’s plan to strengthen the bail system and keep dangerous offenders behind bars, Ontario is increasing adult correctional capacity by adding more than 2,500 permanent jail beds within the next decade. The

City’s population estimated just over 62,000 last year

By Richard Coffin Watch for updated population signs in communities across the region, including North Bay. We’ll get an exact picture when the results of the recently completed census are released, but estimates last year pegged the number of city residents at 62,062. Figures from Statistics Canada show

Sports betting could be coming to Cascades Casino North Bay

By Richard Coffin More money could soon be flowing from the casino to city hall. A staff report says Sportsbook or Sports Betting Kiosks could be set up at the Pinewood Park Drive gaming site. “While there are currently no confirmed dates for the introduction of sports betting at the

NNDSB details plans for its schools in West Nipissing

By Richard Coffin Changes are coming to the Near North District School Board in West Nipissing. This September, White Woods Public School will become a kindergarten to grade six school, with grades 7 and 8 going to Northern Secondary. The high school will then operate as a grade 7-12 school.