# northern ontario (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover northern ontario. Page: Feed: --- ## [FONOM Expresses Concern following RYAMs’ Temporary Closure Notice](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/fonom-expresses-concern-following-ryams-temporary-closure-notice/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · This Media Release · Wawa-news.com_ The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is expressing concern following Rayonier Advanced Materials’ (RYAM) announcement that it intends to temporarily shut down its industrial complex in Témiscaming, Quebec, on September 15. The shutdown is expected to affect about 400 unionized workers, many with specialized skills and extensive experience in the forestry sector, as well ... ## [NW Forest Fire Region Update – August 26](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/nw-forest-fire-region-update-august-26/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · This Media Release · Wawa-news.com_ Updated: August 26, 2026 at 6:01 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT). No new fires were confirmed in the Northwest Region by the early evening of Aug. 26. One fire was confirmed during the evening hours of Aug. 25, following the previous update. Nipigon 106 (NIP106) is located east of Fitzpatrick Lake, approximately 58 kilometres south of Geraldton. The 0.1 ... ## [NE Forest Fire Region Update – August 26](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/ne-forest-fire-region-update-august-26/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · This Media Release · Wawa-news.com_ Updated: August 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) No new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northeast Region today. There are currently 41 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these fires: 2 are under control and 39 are being observed. ## [Today at LSPP – Thursday, August 27](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/today-at-lspp-thursday-august-27/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · This Media Release · Wawa-news.com_ 10:00 AM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay GUIDED WALK: PLANT RAMBLE – Join Anna and Mary for a casual walk along an easy section of the Coastal Trail while paying mindful attention to plants. You’ll discover what’s in bloom, explore interesting plant adaptations, and learn some tips for identifying and photographing plants. Be sure to dress ... ## [Thursday Morning News – August 27](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/thursday-morning-news-august-27/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Weather: Today – Cloudy with 60% chance of showers. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light this afternoon. High 18. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Partly cloudy. 30% chance of showers this evening and after midnight. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low 7. News Tidbits: Harvest Algoma now has registered charity ... ## [Here's the latest on northwestern Ontario's forest fires: Thursday, Aug. 27](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-wildfires-aug-24-9.7321862?cmp=rss) _2026-08-27 · CBC | Thunder Bay News_ There are 63 active wildfires in northwestern Ontario, according to the latest report issued Wednesday night from Ontario's Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES). The forest fire hazard is mostly low to moderate across northwestern Ontario. Here's more on what's happening. ## [City with the highest opioid-related death rate in Ontario honours lives lost to overdose](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-overdose-awareness-walk-9.7321801?cmp=rss) _2026-08-27 · Sarah Law · CBC | Thunder Bay News_ With Thunder Bay leading Ontario in opioid-related deaths, Nishnawbe Aski Nation led a walk on Wednesday to demand the city address the drug crisis. ## [Yellow Advisory – Fog (Agawa – Lake Superior Park) Ended](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/yellow-advisory-fog-agawa-lake-superior-park/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Aug 27, 2026 at 00:01 This Yellow Advisory ended at 23:01. Aug 26, 2026 at 20:35 Yellow Advisory – Fog 8:23 PM EDT Wednesday 26 August 2026 Impact Level: Moderate Forecast Confidence: High Near-zero visibility in fog continues over some areas. Fog patches will dissipate overnight or by tomorrow morning. Travel will likely be hazardous ... ## [Yellow Advisory – Fog (Montreal River Harbour – Searchmont) Ended](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/yellow-advisory-fog-montreal-river-harbour-searchmont/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Aug 27, 2026 at 00:01 This Yellow Advisory ended at 23:01. Aug 26, 2026 at 20:35 Yellow Advisory – Fog 8:23 PM EDT Wednesday 26 August 2026 Impact Level: Moderate Forecast Confidence: High Near-zero visibility in fog continues over some areas. Fog patches will dissipate overnight or by tomorrow morning. Travel will likely be hazardous ... ## [Yellow Advisory – Fog (Marathon – Schreiber) Ended](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/yellow-advisory-fog-marathon-schreiber/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Aug 27, 2026 at 00:01 This Yellow Advisory ended at 23:01. Aug 26, 2026 at 20:35 Yellow Advisory – Fog 8:23 PM EDT Wednesday 26 August 2026 Impact Level: Moderate Forecast Confidence: High Near-zero visibility in fog continues over some areas. Fog patches will dissipate overnight or by tomorrow morning. Travel will likely be hazardous ... ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/8aoIkroZvoWa) _2026-08-27 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [Yellow Advisory – Fog (Wawa – Pukaskwa Park) Ended](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/27/yellow-advisory-fog-wawa-pukaskwa-park-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-27 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Aug 27, 2026 at 00:01 This Yellow Advisory ended at 23:01. Aug 26, 2026 at 20:35 Yellow Advisory – Fog 8:23 PM EDT Wednesday 26 August 2026 Impact Level: Moderate Forecast Confidence: High Near-zero visibility in fog continues over some areas. Fog patches will dissipate overnight or by tomorrow morning. Travel will likely be hazardous ... ## [TC Energy selects Worley-led team for next phase of Ontario pumped storage project](https://ontarioconstructionnews.com/tc-energy-selects-worley-led-team-for-next-phase-of-ontario-pumped-storage-project) _2026-08-27 · Special to Ontario Construction News · Ontario Construction News_ Ontario Construction News staff writer TC Energy has selected Worley to lead the next phase of development of its proposed Ontario pumped storage project, with EllisDon and AECOM joining the team as the project advances through planning and development. Worley will lead detailed engineering, project design, cost estimates, execution planning and other project-readiness activities. \[…\] The post TC… ## [Ontario expands $1B financing program as U.S. tariffs escalate](https://ontarioconstructionnews.com/ontario-expands-1b-financing-program-as-u-s-tariffs-escalate) _2026-08-27 · Special to Ontario Construction News · Ontario Construction News_ Ontario Construction News staff writer Ontario is expanding access to a $1-billion financing program designed to help businesses weather the impact of U.S. tariffs, broadening eligibility to include companies affected by the latest round of American trade measures as well as those already facing tariffs on steel, aluminum and other products. The province announced \[…\] The post Ontario expands $1B… ## [Counter-tariffs could hit construction costs, ICBA warns](https://ontarioconstructionnews.com/counter-tariffs-could-hit-construction-costs-icba-warns) _2026-08-27 · Special to Ontario Construction News · Ontario Construction News_ Ontario Construction News staff writer Canada’s new counter-tariffs on U.S. goods could have a direct impact on construction costs, with hundreds of affected products used on job sites, according to the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association. The ICBA said the federal government’s retaliatory tariff list includes roughly 400 product lines that could affect the \[…\] The post… ## [Tariff uncertainty already hurting housing, renovation sectors, CHBA warns](https://ontarioconstructionnews.com/tariff-uncertainty-already-hurting-housing-renovation-sectors-chba-warns) _2026-08-27 · Special to Ontario Construction News · Ontario Construction News_ Ontario Construction News staff writer The Canadian Home Builders’ Association is warning that continued tariff uncertainty is already having consequences for the housing and renovation sectors. “Tariffs on construction materials will cause delays and increase costs for both housing/renovation and the infrastructure and community building needed to accommodate new housing supply,” the CHBA said… ## [CBTU welcomes federal tariff supports as Canada doubles duties on U.S. steel, aluminum](https://ontarioconstructionnews.com/cbtu-welcomes-federal-tariff-supports-as-canada-doubles-duties-on-u-s-steel-aluminum) _2026-08-27 · Special to Ontario Construction News · Ontario Construction News_ Ontario Construction News staff writer Canada is doubling its tariffs on American steel and aluminum and imposing new duties on hundreds of other U.S. products as part of a $27.6-billion retaliatory package, while the country’s building trades are welcoming new federal supports for workers and businesses hit by the escalating trade war. Effective Sept. 8, \[…\] The post CBTU welcomes federal tariff… ## [Mayor's support puts involuntary treatment at centre of Sudbury debate](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/mayor-support-involuntary-treatment-9.7318738?cmp=rss) _2026-08-26 · Marjan Massoom · CBC | Sudbury News_ A provincial framework for involuntary addiction treatment has the backing of Greater Sudbury Mayor Paul Lefebvre. But local organizations are urging the police board to abandon its request for a compulsory program and to prioritize housing and voluntary supports. ## [Digital drill core library will allow miners to make 'informed' exploration decisions](https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/mining/digital-drill-core-library-will-allow-miners-to-make-informed-exploration-decisions-12709038) _2026-08-26 · Casey Stranges for Northern Ontario Business · Northern Ontario Business: nob_ Laurentian University researchers employ scanning technology for better analysis of government-archived mineral samples ## [First Nation in northern Ontario set to open Indigenous evacuation shelter this spring](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/missanabie-cree-indigenous-evacuation-centre-9.7314303?cmp=rss) _2026-08-26 · Jonathan Migneault · CBC | Sudbury News_ Missanabie Cree First Nation says it’s on track to open an Indigenous evacuation centre on its traditional territory in northern Ontario this spring. With 360 rooms and capacity for 600 people, the centre will offer a familiar space for evacuees that also recognizes their culture. ## [Canadore College expanding genomics research lab](https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/innovation-research/canadore-college-expanding-genomics-research-lab-12700468) _2026-08-26 · Northern Ontario Business Staff · Northern Ontario Business: nob_ New equipment will further study in health sciences, agriculture, water management ## [Screen Share With Real Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0RhgBKZwSwUQ) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control — open source, like Screenhero. ## [Locally heavy rainfall possible today (Agawa – Lake Superior Park) Continues](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/locally-heavy-rainfall-possible-today-agawa-lake-superior-park/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Aug 26, 2026 at 12:45 12:26 PM EDT Wednesday 26 August 2026 Locally heavy rainfall amounts possible today. What: Rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm, with local amounts up to 70 mm possible in areas that receive several thunderstorms. When: Ending later this afternoon. Additional information: Rainfall amounts are expected to be highly variable ... ## [Locally heavy rainfall possible today (Montreal River Harbour – Searchmont) Continues](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/locally-heavy-rainfall-possible-today-montreal-river-harbour-searchmont/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Aug 26, 2026 at 12:45 12:26 PM EDT Wednesday 26 August 2026 Locally heavy rainfall amounts possible today. What: Rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm, with local amounts up to 70 mm possible in areas that receive several thunderstorms. When: Ending later this afternoon. Additional information: Rainfall amounts are expected to be highly variable ... ## [Locally heavy rainfall possible today (White River – Dubreuilville) Continued](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/locally-heavy-rainfall-possible-today-white-river-dubreuilville/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Aug 26, 2026 at 12:45 12:26 PM EDT Wednesday 26 August 2026 Locally heavy rainfall amounts possible today. What: Rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm, with local amounts up to 70 mm possible in areas that receive several thunderstorms. When: Ending later this afternoon. Additional information: Rainfall amounts are expected to be highly variable ... ## [Locally heavy rainfall possible today (Wawa – Pukaskwa Park) Continues](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/locally-heavy-rainfall-possible-today-wawa-pukaskwa-park/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · Brenda · Wawa-news.com_ Aug 26, 2026 at 12:45 12:26 PM EDT Wednesday 26 August 2026 Locally heavy rainfall amounts possible today. What: Rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm, with local amounts up to 70 mm possible in areas that receive several thunderstorms. When: Ending later this afternoon. Additional information: Rainfall amounts are expected to be highly variable ... ## [Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame to welcome 43rd Class of Inductees](https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7320879?cmp=rss) _2026-08-26 · Nicky Shaw · CBC | Thunder Bay News_ The Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame is inviting the community to welcome its 43rd Class of Inductees at its 2026 Induction Dinner and Ceremonies on Sept. 26. Every year, notable athletes and influential members of the sports community are honoured and celebrated for their roles in the region’s sports heritage. ## [Northwestern Ontario Works brings new technology to job listings](https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/jobs-of-the-future/northwestern-ontario-works-brings-new-technology-to-job-listings-12636644) _2026-08-26 · Graham Strong for Northern Ontario Business · Northern Ontario Business: nob_ Portal aims to connect job seekers with employers throughout Northwestern Ontario ## [Hwy. 69 work to break ground next year with no set completion date](https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/transportation/hwy-69-work-to-break-ground-next-year-with-no-set-completion-date-12705242) _2026-08-26 · Tyler Clarke · Northern Ontario Business: nob_ Paving the way for construction, the province secures a key rail relocation agreement and divides the final 68 kilometres into six sections, four of which will see ground broken next year ## [BREZENSKI, Ken](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/brezenski-ken/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · Family · Wawa-news.com_ In loving memory of Ken Brezenski 71 years. Passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22nd, 2026, surrounded by family overlooking the lake at the Maison McCulloch Hospice. Beloved husband of 40 years to Luanne Brezenski (nee O’Bumsawin). Loving father of Clayton Brezenski and Crystal Hennessey (Norm). Cherished grandfather of Summer, Brooklyn, Nico, Bree-Anna, and Bryce. ... ## [Apple launches M5 Mac Studio with faster local AI, up to 512GB memory and Thunderbolt 5](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/apple-launches-m5-mac-studio-with-faster-local-ai-up-to-512gb-memory-and-thunderbolt-5/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=apple-launches-m5-mac-studio-with-faster-local-ai-up-to-512gb-memory-and-thunderbolt-5) _2026-08-26 · James Murray · NetNewsLedger_ Apple Unveils M5 Max and M5 Ultra Mac Studio With Major Push Into On-Device AI Thunder Bay – TECH News – Apple is pushing its professional desktop lineup deeper into artificial intelligence with a new Mac Studio powered by the M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. The Apple Silicon chips are lightning fast – especially \[…\] The Article Apple launches M5 Mac Studio with faster local AI, up to 512GB memory and… ## [Between the Covers – August 26th](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/between-the-covers-august-26th-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · Wawa Public Library · Wawa-news.com_ NEW BOOKS this week are “Dead Men Don’t Play Fetch” by David Rosenfelt, “The Burning Side” by Sarah Damoff and “Love You More” by Emily Giffin. New in Young Adult is “A Deadly Inheritance” by Kelley Armstrong. En Français, nous avons “T’aimer à l’infini” par Sophie Jomain, un livre jeune adulte. Come in and check ... ## [Code Faster with Clear Tutorials (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/y1gFzp5dp0aJ) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Short, step-by-step coding videos you can follow along ## [Best Thunder Bay grocery deals this week: What to buy Aug. 26 to Sept. 2](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/best-thunder-bay-grocery-deals-this-week-what-to-buy-aug-26-to-sept-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=best-thunder-bay-grocery-deals-this-week-what-to-buy-aug-26-to-sept-2) _2026-08-26 · NNL Digital News Update · NetNewsLedger_ Thunder Bay grocery deals Aug. 26-Sept. 2: the best meat, produce and pantry buys this week THUNDER BAY — Making ends meet. Right after shelter, food ranks right up there as a basic human need. While in the long ago past people were hunting and gathering food in the wild. Today it is the frenzy \[…\] The Article Best Thunder Bay grocery deals this week: What to buy Aug. 26 to Sept. 2 by NNL Digital… ## [Carney annonce la signature du contrat de construction navale le plus important de l’histoire du Québec](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/carney-annonce-la-signature-du-contrat-de-construction-navale-le-plus-important-de-lhistoire-du-quebec/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · This Media Release · Wawa-news.com_ Le 24 août 2026 Lévis (Québec) Dans un monde en évolution rapide, le Canada change de cap. Nous consolidons notre force chez nous, diversifions nos relations commerciales à l’étranger et investissons dans les infrastructures qui assureront notre avenir. Des ports et corridors qui facilitent le transport des marchandises canadiennes vers les marchés aux navires qui ... ## [Carney announces the largest shipbuilding contract in Québec’s history](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/canada-announces-support-to-strengthen-canadian-workers-and-businesses/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · This Media Release · Wawa-news.com_ August 24, 2026 Lévis, Québec In a rapidly changing world, Canada is setting a new course. We are building our strength at home, diversifying our trading relationships abroad, and investing in the infrastructure that will secure our future. From the ports and corridors that move Canadian goods to market, to the ships that keep our ... ## [NW Forest Fire Region Update – August 25](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/nw-forest-fire-region-update-august-25/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · This Media Release · Wawa-news.com_ Updated: August 25, 2026 at 6:14 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT). No new fires were confirmed in the Northwest Region by early evening of Aug. 25. There were 2 fires confirmed in the evening hours of Aug. 24, following yesterday’s update. Nipigon 104 (NIP104) was located east of Deep Lake, approximately 13 kilometres north of Schreiber. The fire has been called out ... ## [NE Forest Fire Region Update – August 25](https://wawa-news.com/index.php/2026/08/26/ne-forest-fire-region-update-august-25/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss) _2026-08-26 · This Media Release · Wawa-news.com_ Updated: August 25, 2026 at 6:10 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) No new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northeast Region today. There are currently 41 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these fires: 2 are under control and 39 are being observed. ## [Canada-U.S. Tariff War: Who Really Pays and What Will It Cost Consumers?](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/canada-u-s-tariff-war-who-really-pays-and-what-will-it-cost-consumers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=canada-u-s-tariff-war-who-really-pays-and-what-will-it-cost-consumers) _2026-08-26 · James Murray · NetNewsLedger_ Canada-U.S. tariffs risk higher prices, weaker growth and job losses on both sides of the border THUNDER BAY — The escalating tariff confrontation between Canada and the United States is often described as one country taxing another. For consumers, workers and businesses, the reality is considerably more complicated. United States President Donald Trump has imposed \[…\] The Article Canada-U.S.… ## [August 26, 2026: Thunder Bay Three-Day Weather — Showers and Gusty Winds Before a Sunny Friday](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/august-26-2026-thunder-bay-three-day-weather-showers-and-gusty-winds-before-a-sunny-friday/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-26-2026-thunder-bay-three-day-weather-showers-and-gusty-winds-before-a-sunny-friday) _2026-08-26 · NetNewsLedger Weather Desk · NetNewsLedger_ Thunder Bay three-day weather for August 26-28, 2026: Showers and northwest winds gusting to 40 km/h today, mainly cloudy Thursday THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – Thunder Bay starts Wednesday in misty, damp conditions, with scattered showers and strengthening northwest winds setting the weather story for the day. Conditions gradually improve \[…\] The Article August 26, 2026:… ## [Here's the latest on northwestern Ontario's forest fires: Wednesday, Aug. 26](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-wildfires-aug-24-9.7320191?cmp=rss) _2026-08-26 · CBC | Thunder Bay News_ There are 64 active wildfires in northwestern Ontario, according to the latest report issued Tuesday night from Ontario's Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES). The forest fire hazard is mostly low to moderate across northwestern Ontario. Here's more on what's happening. ## [August 26, 2026: Far North Ontario Forecast — Showers, Strong North Winds and a Sharp Late-August Cooldown](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/august-26-2026-far-north-ontario-forecast-showers-strong-north-winds-and-a-sharp-late-august-cooldown/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-26-2026-far-north-ontario-forecast-showers-strong-north-winds-and-a-sharp-late-august-cooldown) _2026-08-26 · NetNewsLedger Weather Desk · NetNewsLedger_ Far North Ontario weather for August 26-28, 2026: Showers and north winds gusting to 50 km/h affect Neskantaga, Ogoki, KI/Big Trout Lake and Summer Beaver, while Fort Severn and Peawanuck turn sharply cooler near Hudson Bay FAR NORTH ONTARIO – WEATHER – Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – A colder northerly flow is taking control across \[…\] The Article August 26, 2026: Far North Ontario Forecast —… ## [August 26, 2026: Northwestern Ontario Weather — Morning Showers Fade as Northwest Winds Bring Cooler Air](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/august-26-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-morning-showers-fade-as-northwest-winds-bring-cooler-air/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-26-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-morning-showers-fade-as-northwest-winds-bring-cooler-air) _2026-08-26 · NetNewsLedger Weather Desk · NetNewsLedger_ Northwestern Ontario weather for August 26, 2026: Morning showers and northwest winds gusting to 40 km/h affect Kenora, Fort Frances, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout and Pickle Lake NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO – WEATHER – Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario is waking up to a damp, cloudy Wednesday following Tuesday’s thunderstorms and showers. The main \[…\] The Article August 26, 2026:… ## [Northwest Wildfire Update: 64 Active Fires as Rinker Complex Operations Transition](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/northwest-wildfire-update-64-active-fires-as-rinker-complex-operations-transition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=northwest-wildfire-update-64-active-fires-as-rinker-complex-operations-transition) _2026-08-26 · James Murray · NetNewsLedger_ THUNDER BAY — No new wildland fires were confirmed in Northwestern Ontario by early Tuesday evening, Aug. 25, as firefighting operations continued to wind down at several long-running fires. There were 64 active wildland fires in the Northwest Fire Region as of 5:56 p.m. CDT. Three were not under control, four were being held, 12 \[…\] The Article Northwest Wildfire Update: 64 Active Fires as Rinker… ## [What Is AI Search and How Does It Benefit Enterprises](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/what-is-ai-search-and-how-does-it-benefit-enterprises-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-ai-search-and-how-does-it-benefit-enterprises-2) _2026-08-26 · Julie Bailey · NetNewsLedger_ As the digital era advances, enterprises are deluged with data, creating an imperative need for smarter search solutions. Traditional search technologies have become inadequate in efficiently handling the complexity and volume of modern data repositories. Enter AI search: an innovative blend of artificial intelligence and search algorithms designed to revolutionize information retrieval in the… ## [Ontario Wildfire Update: 41 Active Fires Remain in Northeast Region](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/ontario-wildfire-update-41-active-fires-remain-in-northeast-region/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ontario-wildfire-update-41-active-fires-remain-in-northeast-region) _2026-08-26 · NetNewsLedger · NetNewsLedger_ No new fires were reported Aug. 25 as 41 wildland fires remain active in northeastern Ontario Thunder Bay – Wildfire Update – No new wildland fires were confirmed in Ontario’s Northeast Fire Region on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, according to Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services. As of 6:10 p.m. EDT, there were 41 active \[…\] The Article Ontario Wildfire Update: 41 Active Fires Remain in… ## [19-Year-Old Thunder Bay Woman Dies in Highway 11/17 Collision](https://www.netnewsledger.com/2026/08/26/19-year-old-thunder-bay-woman-dies-in-highway-11-17-collision/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=19-year-old-thunder-bay-woman-dies-in-highway-11-17-collision) _2026-08-26 · James Murray · NetNewsLedger_ OPP are investigating a fatal Highway 11/17 collision that killed a 19-year-old Thunder Bay woman THUNDER BAY — Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a fatal collision involving a tractor-trailer and a passenger vehicle at Highway 11/17 and Mapleward Road. A 19-year-old Thunder Bay woman died after the collision Tuesday afternoon. The crash closed a section \[…\] The Article 19-Year-Old… ## [Peach trees in Ontario's Niagara region under threat due to recent historic flooding](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/niagara-peaches-floods-climate-9.7318259?cmp=rss) _2026-08-26 · CBC | Sudbury News_ Torrential flooding in Niagara in July and August could kill nearly half of the Ontario region's peach trees, which, along with other stone fruit like nectarines and cherries, cope poorly with excess water, says University of Guelph biologist Jay Subramanian. ## [Several reasons behind drop in municipal election candidates in recent years, mayors say](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/municipal-election-candidates-9.7319926?cmp=rss) _2026-08-26 · CBC | Thunder Bay News_ Social media backlash, long hours and low pay are among the reasons some municipalities in northwestern Ontario didn't see enough candidates file to run in the 2026 municipal election, one mayor says. ## [An Ontario township with no candidates: No one's running so far for Fauquier-Strickland councillor or mayor](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/fauquier-strickland-municipal-elections-9.7320017?cmp=rss) _2026-08-25 · CBC | Sudbury News_ Two people who had filed to run in Fauquier-Strickland for the Oct. 26 Ontario municipal election have withdrawn, leaving the township northeast of Timmins with no candidates. The deadline to sign up has been extended. 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