Spotlight

In honour and celebration of Nurses Week, the North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC) is pleased to announce Angele Labrosse as the recipient of the 2025 Leslie Burt-Manary RN Leadership Award. Labrosse is a Registered Nurse in Labour & Delivery, Women & Children, who is highly respected among her peers

Nipissing University receives transformational gift to expand and enhance rare dementia research, support and education nationally  Nipissing University announced a transformational $5M investment to support the continued development and national expansion of Rare Dementia Support Canada (RDS Canada). This gift will support the expansion of dementia research, support services, and

By Brad Aubin More than 250 municipal leaders from across the north are in North Bay this week (May 5-7) for the annual Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) conference. This year’s theme is “The Next 100 Years” and pays tribute to North Bay’s upcoming centennial in 2025

The new Panthers High-Performance Sports Academy is designed for dedicated athletes looking to enhance their physical performance through expert-led strength and conditioning programs. The first Summer Academy Program is now underway and there are still spots available. “The purpose of the Academy is to improve physical capabilities of local athletes

Simulation has become a standard approach in healthcare education, transitioning from an uncommon practice to a fundamental component of the learning process. Recently, educators, healthcare professionals, and industry leaders gathered for the Northern Ontario Simulation Symposium, titled "Reconnect and SIMaginate." The event focused on exploring innovative approaches to

By Richard Coffin Discovery Routes says countless volunteers take care of over a thousand kilometres of multi-use and snowmobile trails, boardwalks and hiking paths in the region.   To honour their dedication, the trails organization has launched its Near North Local Trail Champions program.   They’re celebrating National Volunteer Week by

By Richard Coffin West Nipissing has been named a finalist for the Jays Care Foundation 2025 Field of Dreams grant.   The winner will be announced before Sunday’s Toronto Blue Jays game and the municipality is hosting a community watch party.   Mayor Kathleen Rochon, councillors, youth athletes, local sports organizations,

By Richard Coffin The North Bay Museum is looking back with its upcoming ‘North Bay at 100’ display.   They’ve been sharing photos from the centennial exhibition on social media in the lead-up to the launch on May 8.   Report North Bay – Stay Informed – Subscribe for Free here So far,

By Richard Coffin Ontario is honouring 11 young people with the 2023 Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers, including one from Sundridge.   The province says the medal is its highest honour for youth aged 15 to 24, recognizing their outstanding contributions to their communities and the province through volunteerism.  “Megan Lee’

By Richard Coffin If you or your group are looking to invite the city police Community Engagement Unit to your event, the time is now.    The North Bay Police Service says it’s gearing up for summer and is attempting to streamline requests for involvement in community events.   Report North