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Fraud Awareness & Safety: Protecting Indian-Canadians from Phone Scams and Fake Consular Calls

Living as an international student, newly arrived permanent resident, or senior NRI in Canada comes with exciting opportunities, but it also requires extra vigilance against targeted scams. Fraudsters frequently impersonate officials from the High Commission of India, Canadian immigration (IRCC), or law enforcement agencies to intimidate community members into paying fake fines or sharing sensitive […]

Visa & Travel Policy Updates: What Indian-Canadian Travellers Should Know

Planning a trip between India and Canada can involve more than booking a flight. Visa requirements, financial rules and entry procedures continue to evolve, making it important for Indo-Canadian travellers to check the latest requirements before making travel plans. For students, families visiting loved ones and Canadians travelling to India, a few recent changes are […]

CIBC making its annual push for breast cancer research support through the Run for the Cure

The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is celebrating an important milestone, and North Bay has been a proud part of that journey for many years. CIBC has supported the Run for the Cure for 30 of its 34 years, marking three decades of partnership, hope and support for people and families affected […]

Canadians are happier than they’ve been in years, poll finds

Canadians appear to be in a better mood this year, with people reporting an average happiness level of more than seven out of 10. That is a noticeable improvement from last year and suggests that Canadians are feeling more positive and hopeful than they have in several years. The findings come from a new Leger […]

Cochrane Fall Fair returns with new attractions, celebration of community traditions

The Cochrane Agricultural Society is getting ready to welcome the community back to the fairgrounds for its annual Fall Fair on September 11 and 12. The two-day event will bring together entertainment, agricultural displays, competitions, local talent and plenty of opportunities for families and friends to enjoy the weekend together. Admission is $5 per person, […]

Matachewan FN hosts successful annual Pow Wow

Matachewan First Nation Welcomes Record Crowd for Annual Pow Wow Matachewan First Nation came alive over the weekend as more than 400 participants, visitors, dancers, singers and drummers gathered for the community’s Annual Pow Wow on Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30. With bright sunshine overhead and people arriving from across northern Ontario and […]

Rock Solid Wrestling will shake Kirkland Lake on Saturday

Kirkland Lake is in for a full day of wrestling this Saturday, Aug. 29, as Rock Solid Wrestling brings its action-packed show to the community while also raising money for Community Living Kirkland Lake. The day will begin at the Teck Centennial Public Library Summer Market & Community Fair, running from 10 a.m. to 2 […]

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek celebrates Chi-Zhiingwaak Business Park grand opening

After more than two decades of planning, Atikameksheng Anishnawbek is celebrating the grand opening of the Chi-Zhiingwaak Business Park, marking an important milestone in the community’s economic development journey. Located near Highway 55 and the Highway 17 bypass, the business park has been part of the First Nation’s plans since 2001, when the land was […]

Former Sudbury priest now the bishop of Timmins

The sound of hymns filled St. Anthony of Padua Cathedral on Monday afternoon as Catholics from across northeastern Ontario gathered for a special occasion – the ordination of Roch Martin as the eighth Bishop of Timmins. The cathedral was filled with people from different parishes, religious communities and generations who came together to welcome their […]

Christians gather at the cross

A Thousand Voices at the Cross Brings the Community Together On Saturday, August 22, 2026, Moffly Hill near St. Basil Elementary School became a place of music, prayer and togetherness as Christians from across the community gathered for A Thousand Voices at the Cross. Held beneath the large illuminated cross overlooking the area, the evening […]