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OPINION: French-language postsecondary education in Ontario: crisis or opportunity?

OPINION: French-language postsecondary education in Ontario: crisis or opportunity?

How the Laurentian and Université de l’Ontario français issues could open the door to Franco-Ontarians’ dream institution
New COVID case reported in Hearst area

New COVID case reported in Hearst area

There are five known active cases in the region
Northern health units urge residents to stay vigilant during Easter weekend, spring break

Northern health units urge residents to stay vigilant during Easter weekend, spring break

'In many parts of Northern Ontario, COVID-19 infection rates have been at some of the highest levels since the pandemic began'
National vaccine panel to recommend suspending AstraZeneca shots for under-55s

National vaccine panel to recommend suspending AstraZeneca shots for under-55s

A briefing with Canada's National Advisory Committee on Immunization and Health Canada doctors is planned for this afternoon to explain the details to Canadians
Newly-launched institute looking for 'catalyst' for growth

Newly-launched institute looking for 'catalyst' for growth

The Abitibi Institute will focus on research and policy
Vale confirms COVID outbreak at Coleman Mine

Vale confirms COVID outbreak at Coleman Mine

Company said it is taking ‘every effort to contain this outbreak’ at the Levack mine
Budget includes $5 million for 'potential future passenger rail service'

Budget includes $5 million for 'potential future passenger rail service'

Government 'accelerating' work for potential service between Toronto, North Bay, Timmins and Cochrane
Scooter driver charged with impaired

Scooter driver charged with impaired

Accused was also not wearing a helmet, police say
Trio wins over $250K in hospital 50/50 draw

Trio wins over $250K in hospital 50/50 draw

Tickets for the foundation's April draw are on sale
Two face assault-related charges after multiple incidents

Two face assault-related charges after multiple incidents

Victims sustained a face injury, 'severe hip injury' as a result of the altercations, according to Timmins Police