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Chronic water problems in Indigenous communities only getting worse: experts

Chronic water problems in Indigenous communities only getting worse: experts

Contractor calls out Indigenous Services Canada's 'broken' procurement and delivery models; 'We haven't made progress; we've lost ground'
'You never move on, you just move forward,' says widow of young NHLer

'You never move on, you just move forward,' says widow of young NHLer

Barrie native Emily Cave has penned a book about love, loss and overcoming grief following husband Colby Cave's sudden death in 2020
Construction labour shortage impacting housing supply: experts

Construction labour shortage impacting housing supply: experts

The construction industry in Canada is short tens of thousands of workers, and experts say a coming wave of retirements could make the problem even worse
COLUMN: Reflections on growing up Canadian in the bush

COLUMN: Reflections on growing up Canadian in the bush

Stephen Calverley shares his thoughts on the need for reconciliation
BEYOND LOCAL: NHL, players unveil inclusion coalition

BEYOND LOCAL: NHL, players unveil inclusion coalition

The NHL and NHLPA launched an inclusion committee Tuesday, looking to men’s and women’s players with minority and LGBTQ+ representation to help diversify hockey and make the sport more welcoming
Good morning, Elliot Lake!

Good morning, Elliot Lake!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
BEYOND LOCAL: Canada bans testing of cosmetics on animals

BEYOND LOCAL: Canada bans testing of cosmetics on animals

In addition to barring companies from testing their cosmetic products on animals in Canada, the regulations prevent new products that rely on animal testing data to establish product safety from being sold in this country
Elliot Lake celebrates Canada Day

Elliot Lake celebrates Canada Day

'Canada is the envy of the world': Prime Minister

'Canada is the envy of the world': Prime Minister

Canada Day is a time to celebrate (and to read Canada Day statements from politicians)
Even the moon came out to the dance last night

Even the moon came out to the dance last night

Hundreds of people gathered and the skies cleared for a fun evening at the Heritage Days Street Dance Friday evening