Tag: Government of Canada

FONOM welcomes PM’s commitment to work with province on northern highways

Community Richard Coffin - September 4, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney says northern highways need to be a priority for the province too.

Ottawa announces 49,000 Chinese EVs to enter Canadian market

Business Richard Coffin - January 16, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will allow up to 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles into the Canadian market, with the most-favoured-nation tariff rate of 6.1%.

PFAS information session takes place Wednesday

22 Wing CFB North Bay Richard Coffin - November 19, 2025

The city and Department of National Defence will be giving an update on efforts to address polyfluoroalkylated substances (PFAS) originating from the Jack Garland Airport and CFB North Bay.

22 Wing North Bay welcomes Canada’s Defence Minister

22 Wing CFB North Bay Richard Coffin - November 17, 2025

Canada’s Defence Minister was at 22 Wing North Bay on Friday.

FONOM calling on Ottawa to safeguard north’s forestry sector

Economy Richard Coffin - September 22, 2025

Two northern municipal groups are warning Canada’s national housing strategy will be derailed without immediate federal action to safeguard Northern Ontario’s forestry sector.

New hybrid buses and transit upgrades announced for North Bay

City of North Bay Richard Coffin - August 6, 2025

Eight new hybrid transit buses have been announced for North Bay, along with upgrades to the transit terminal, sidewalks and stormwater system. It’s thanks to over $20.6 million dollars in funding from Ottawa, Queen's Park and the city.