North Bay

By Richard Coffin Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will allow up to 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles into the Canadian market, with the most-favoured-nation tariff rate of 6.1%. He made the announcement in Beijing, after meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Carney says it’s expected that within

North Bay Police Service and OPP North East Region in Honour of Fallen Members The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is honoured to accept the donation of two automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to its Emergency Response Team (ERT) from the Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund, supporting both member and public safety

Investment will help prepare college/university students for in-demand jobs  Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced that the Ontario government is investing $6.2 million in Canadore College and Nipissing University through the Facilities Renewal Program, the College Equipment Renewal Fund, and the Training Equipment Renewal Fund. This investment will

Canadore College furthers its reconciliation efforts through its new Indigenous Learning Outcomes In Anishinaabemwin, the official language of Nipissing First Nation, it’s called “Maamwi Nokiida” and it means “Let’s Work Together.” It’s the name given to the Indigenous Learning Outcomes (ILOs) initiative undertaken by Canadore College because

By Richard Coffin The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) says the ‘status quo is no longer acceptable’ when it comes to dealing with homelessness. FONOM says northern communities are at the breaking point and they’re ready to work with provincial and federal governments on real, practical solutions. They’

The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) is reminding the community to exercise caution around snowbanks this winter. Heavy snowfall and plowing can create hazards for drivers, pedestrians, and children playing outside. Snowbanks can reduce visibility, narrow road lanes, and hide vehicles, pedestrians, or obstacles. Drivers are urged to slow down,

Northern Ontario Homelessness Update Updated findings show rising pressures on housing, supports, and communities across the North The release of Municipalities Under Pressure: One Year Later builds directly on the landmark homelessness report published in January 2025 by the Northern Ontario Service Deliverers Association (NOSDA), the Association of Municipalities of

Daytime spaces, meals, outreach, and other supports are offered across the District of Nipissing this winter. Hours may change. Please confirm with each provider. STAY INFORMED – Click here to receive the latest news right to your inbox. This is a free service

By Richard Coffin We are expecting to learn more about plans for a new station at the Heritage Railway and Carousel Company. A presentation is coming to council Tuesday night from officials with the waterfront attractions. A council motion is also on the table, to offer a letter in support

By Richard Coffin The city’s budget process is underway. The fiscal plan for 2026 is $178 million, with $119 million from the tax levy. Council heard from staff Monday night that the levy increase over last year now stands at 4.34%, or $4.9 million. STAY INFORMED – Click