Author Archives: Lynda Powless

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Michael LOCKYER Hamilton, ON – The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a…

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Quebec government tries to ease growing tension over forestry blockades

August 19, 2025 342 views

Two Quebec ministers are meeting with First Nations communities amid rising tensions around forestry blockades in the province. Natural Resources…

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Black bear killed by vehicle in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

August 19, 2025 307 views

By Nora O’Malley Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Long Beach, BC – Parks Canada is reminding drivers to slow down after…

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Family, community mourn 8-year-old Toronto boy killed by stray bullet while in bed

August 19, 2025 348 views

By Natasha Baldin An eight-year-old Toronto boy killed by a stray bullet while he was in bed with his family…

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Six Nations Police arrest three, after drugs and weapons found in vehicle search

August 19, 2025 287 views

OHSWEKEN, SIX NATIONS OF THE GRAND RIVER-Three people are facing drug trafficking and weapons charges after Six Nations Police (SNP)…

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OPP investigate Highway 403 accident that sent four people to hospital

August 19, 2025 419 views

BRANT COUNTY, ON – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a Highway 403 West accident that saw…

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Province finalizing teacher competency standards

August 19, 2025 309 views

By Maggie Macintosh, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Winnipeg Free Press Manitoba’s independent education commissioner will have new powers to field…

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Canmore abstract artist selected for world-class London art show

August 19, 2025 318 views

By Leah Pelletier, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Rocky Mountain Outlook CANMORE — With two hours left before the deadline, Canmore…

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B.C. Métis Nation suspends president over complaints about behaviour

August 19, 2025 313 views

Métis Nation British Columbia says it has suspended its president over allegations of behaviour “inconsistent” with the group’s policies. The…

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Inuvik wind turbine access road still under construction

August 19, 2025 331 views

By Eric Bowling, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, NWT News/North Work on the Inuvik High Point Wind Project access road is…

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“For the Kids”: Churchill Businesses Join Forces for Summer Adventures

August 19, 2025 320 views

By Steven Sukkau, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Winnipeg Sun When you live in Churchill, the “Polar Bear Capital of the…

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‘Chat with us’: Blueberry River Restoration Society to host open house

August 19, 2025 340 views

By Ed Hitchins, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Energeticcity.ca FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — An organization with ties to a First…

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Judge dismisses part of lawsuit over ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ immigration detention center

August 19, 2025 268 views

By David Fischer, Mike Schneider And Freida Frisaro MIAMI (AP) — A federal judge in Miami issued a split decision…

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Métis Nation British Columbia suspends president amid complaints

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By Ed Hitchins, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Energeticcity.ca SURREY, B.C. — The Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) has suspended its…

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Magnitude 3.6 quake shakes southeast of Port Renfrew, B.C.

August 19, 2025 261 views

A minor earthquake was recorded on Monday evening near Port Renfrew, about 110 kilometres northwest of Victoria. Earthquakes Canada reports…

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The $5 payment that still defines Treaty promises that must be upheld

August 18, 2025 282 views

By Kinnukana, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Alberta Native News Every year, Treaty First Nations members across Canada are reminded of…

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Building bridges between lifestyles goal of fledgling company

August 18, 2025 302 views

By Rosemary Godin, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Cape Breton Post A Cape Breton-based event and media company is growing that…

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Far north tourism camp owners hoping for post-pandemic rebound

August 18, 2025 321 views

By Matt Prokopchuk, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, TBnewswatch.com WEBEQUIE — Remote tourism camp operators and First Nations economic development officials…

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