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By Richard Coffin Figures associated with job postings in Nipissing rebounded in January. That from the Labour Market Group, which says there were 542 job postings recorded that month. Officials say it’s a significant month-over-month increase of nearly 59% compared to December. Port North Bay Fully Furnished Office Suites

As Ontario’s colleges navigate an unprecedented shift in the post-secondary landscape, Canadore College today announced it is undertaking a comprehensive review of its organizational structure and workforce alignment to ensure long-term sustainability and continued excellence in student and graduate outcomes. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news

By Richard Coffin Kids in the hospital for extended stays will soon have their own virtual dance space, thanks in part to a North Bay-based Extended Reality (XR) Lab and animation studio. Charitable organization Be Earth Foundation first envisioned the project, with North Bay’s ABoot Studios working with Brock

Province’s vision paper and consultation focused on jobs and Canadian self-reliance As part of its plan to protect Ontario’s economy and accelerate growth, the Ontario government is cementing the province’s role as a secure, reliable global supplier of responsibly sourced critical minerals. Today, at the annual Prospectors

By Richard Coffin Ottawa has announced more than $1.3 million to support workforce expansion and population retention efforts across Northern Ontario. Most of the FedNor money, nearly $960,000 will enable the Northern Policy Institute (NPI) to help communities attract and retain newcomers by improving access to data, strengthening

By Richard Coffin From Davos to New Delhi, we’ve heard the Prime Minister say Canada has what the world wants as he secures new partnerships and investment. Officials say that includes critical minerals and mining-related expertise in Northern Ontario. It’s all on display this week in Toronto with

By Richard Coffin More than 110 exhibitors, including several locally, are part of the Northern Ontario Mining Showcase at this year’s Prospectors and Developer’s Association of Canada conference. The annual event takes place March 1-4, in Toronto. Officials say it’s the world’s premier mineral exploration &

By Richard Coffin More than 240,000 guests stayed overnight in accommodations in North Bay last year. Tanya Bédard, Executive Director of Tourism North Bay, presented the tourism highlights for 2025 to council on Tuesday night. She says visitors spent a lot of money in the city last year. Port

By Richard Coffin Ottawa is investing over $472,000 to help Northern Ontario businesses diversify into the defence industry. MP Pauline Rochefort announced the money for a multi-year City of North Bay pilot project. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a

By Richard Coffin Air passenger service to Toronto has returned to North Bay after the first Propair flight departed on Monday. The flight marks the launch of the Quebec-based regional carrier’s new Rouyn-Noranda – North Bay – Toronto route. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your