The latest numbers indicate, Sudbury is falling behind when it comes to emissions reports. Population growth and several buildings in need of energy-efficient retrofits are two of the biggest reasons, all part of a report headed to Sudbury city council tomorrow.
An organizational review at Canadore College is getting underway. It includes a comprehensive evaluation of the school’s structure, workforce complement, and resource allocation. Officials say $20 million in savings need to be identified overall.
Three Northern Ontario New Democrat MPPs continue their tour touting the need for Highway Safety, made stops in Cochrane and Kapuskasing just ahead of the weekend. It’s all part of their nine–day tour along Highways 11 and 17 hearing from residents.
The Town of Blind River is set to receive $7,464,250 in new funding for upgrades to its wastewater treatment plant. Announced by MPP Bill Rosenberg ahead of the weekend, Mayor Sally and council says it in keeping modernizing essential infrastructure.
PUC Services Inc. is inviting the community to a special open house. At the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant it will take place on Friday, March 20, offering residents a unique opportunity to explore how wastewater is treated and safely returned to the environment.
Laurentian University has announced it is suspending intake to four programs. This follows issues brought forward by the Ontario Universities Council on Quality Assurance. The four programs effected are criminal justice, criminology, interdisciplinary studies and equity, diversity and human rights.
While February is behind us, figures associated with job postings in Nipissing were showing a rebound in January. That from the Labour Market Group, which says there were 542 job postings recorded that month. Officials say it’s a significant month-over-month increase of nearly 59% compared to December.
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) is seeking a new president and CEO. Late last month, the national association that represents the interests of Canada’s mining sector made the announced that the search is on. The end goal is to replace Pierre Gratton, who has been in the role since June 2011.
The city of Elliot Lake says if you’re trying to fill up the schedule for next week, no fear… the Huron Shores Recreation Centre has some activities for families. They include a few days of sports and games for various ages. There is a link on our website here and details on the municipality website as well.
The Sault Ste. Marie Regional Fire Training Centre wraps up several days of training today at the Pine Street Marina. The training also included classroom over the last four days. Today an intensive course focused on rescuing people who fall through the ice as the season continues to warm into Mid-March.
