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• Weather and power cuts: Thunder, lightning and power outages ... - New Zealand Herald

  21-06-2023 20:42 via news.google.com
  
  Weather and power cuts: Thunder, lightning and power outages ...  New Zealand Herald
  
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• St. Pius X School students unveil medicine garden to share Indigenous knowledge

  21-06-2023 20:40 via cbc.ca
  
  Grade 1 students collaborated with the Grade 4, 5 and 6 students from St. Pius X’s Ojibwe language class to build three medicine gardens for the school.
  
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• Thunder Bay Man Douglas George Niles Detained Amidst Ongoing ... - Net Newsledger

  21-06-2023 19:00 via news.google.com
  
  Thunder Bay Man Douglas George Niles Detained Amidst Ongoing ...  Net Newsledger
  
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• Northwoods League: Waterloo drops two in Thunder Bay - WCF Courier

  21-06-2023 18:58 via news.google.com
  
  Northwoods League: Waterloo drops two in Thunder Bay  WCF Courier
  
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• Avalon secures funding, buys Thunder Bay site to refine lithium - Sustainable Biz Canada

  21-06-2023 17:11 via news.google.com
  
  Avalon secures funding, buys Thunder Bay site to refine lithium  Sustainable Biz Canada
  
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• June 21, 2023 – The Hot and Humid Weather Continues for Western and Northern Ontario

  21-06-2023 13:42 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Thunder Bay – Weather – National Indigenous People’s Day 2023 is going to be hot and sunny for the most part. Heat Warnings are in effect for the entire region except for a thin band around Lake Superior.
  Thunder Bay SunScreen and Sunshine
  Good morning, Thunder Bay! Let’s talk about today’s weather, which, by the way, is looking brighter than a polished diamond.
  Today, the sun has decided to put on its finest show, bringing a day filled with pure sunshine. Not a sin
  
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• Ongoing Heat Warning for Western and Northern Ontario

  21-06-2023 13:27 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Heat Warnings are in effect for almost all of Western and Northern Ontario today. Once again a thin band around Lake Superior is left out of the heat warning zone.
  Forecasted Temperatures
  Daytime Highs
  Maximum temperatures are expected to reach the high twenties to low thirties.
  Nighttime Lows
  Minimum temperatures are forecasted to fall within the mid to high teens.
  Timeline of the Heat Event
  The hot and humid conditions will persist through today.
  Weather Dis
  
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• Unpacking Treaty-Based Nation to Nation Relationships: A Reflection on National Indigenous People’s Day

  21-06-2023 13:10 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Today, as we celebrate National Indigenous People’s Day in Canada, it becomes essential to delve into the core principles that shape the relationships between Indigenous nations and the Government of Canada.
  One such principle is the treaty-based nation to nation relationship.
  This concept is central to the understanding and respect of Indigenous rights, and it can sometimes be complex to fully grasp. This article aims to shed light on what a treaty-based Nation to Nation relationship is a
  
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• Under The Northern Sky ‘Time To Make Things Right’

  21-06-2023 13:02 via netnewsledger.com
  
  It is always difficult to figure out what is happening with major issues in government, politics and how people are affected. A recent issue I have been watching develop really makes me wonder how bright our leaders in government are. The federal government, which has actually been doing a fairly good job in dealing with Indigenous people in this country, really went off the rails when they decided it was a good idea to push through legislation regarding the Metis Government Recognition and Self
  
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• Here’s What You Can Do to Protect Your Family’s Eye Health This Summer

  21-06-2023 12:52 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Summer’s around the corner, and that means exciting opportunities to hang out and spend time with the family. To start, summertime weather in Ontario is ideal for numerous outdoor activities, from picnics and park strolls to simply basking in the sun. But on top of embracing the sunlight and gentle breeze this season, parents and children must also watch out for heat warnings and sun exposure.
  High temperatures can increase exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, which
  
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• 'It's been a long journey': Whitefish River reflects on the meaning of National Indigenous Peoples Day

  21-06-2023 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Family, history, culture: members of the Robinson-Huron Treaty First Nation reflect on the significance of the holiday.
  
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• Blue-Green Algae Identified at Surprise Lake - Thunder Bay District Health Unit

  21-06-2023 09:00 via news.google.com
  
  Blue-Green Algae Identified at Surprise Lake  Thunder Bay District Health Unit
  
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• Researchers deploy autonomous vessels in Thunder Bay | News ... - Alpena News

  21-06-2023 07:34 via news.google.com
  
  Researchers deploy autonomous vessels in Thunder Bay | News ...  Alpena News
  
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• Northwest District Wildfire Report: High to Extreme Fire Hazard Across the Region

  21-06-2023 06:37 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Newly Confirmed Fires and Active Wildfires
  THUNDER BAY – Wildfire Update – Three new fires were confirmed in the Northwest Region on the evening of June 20, 2023, according to the Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services. Red Lake 37, located near Fly Lake, is being held at 0.1 hectares. Kenora 24, situated near Gagne lake, and Sioux Lookout 45, near Bow Lake, are both not under control, each also measuring 0.1 hectares and 5.0 hectares respectively, with the latter receiving air
  
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• PGA TOUR Canada: Papineau carries momentum into Elk Ridge Saskatchewan Open presented by Brandt

  21-06-2023 06:20 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Waskesiu Lake – SPORTS – The eyes of the golfing world are on Waskesiu Lake, Saskatchewan this week, as Quebec’s very own Étienne Papineau strides onto the green, looking to bag his second straight victory at the Elk Ridge Saskatchewan Open, presented by Brandt. This marks the second event in the hotly anticipated PGA TOUR Canada 10-tournament season.
  Papineau, riding high on the back of a five-shot victory at the Royal Beach Victoria Open, is the man to beat. This victo
  
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• Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Supports First Nations’ Call to Delay Métis Self-Government Legislation

  21-06-2023 06:13 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Support for Consultations and Accommodations
  OTTAWA – Indigenous News – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) has expressed its support for First Nations in Ontario who are urging the Government of Canada to delay the implementation of the Métis Self-Government Recognition and Implementation Legislation. The aim is to allow for meaningful consultations and accommodations with First Nations regarding the agreement between the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) and Canada.
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• Greenstone OPP Investigating Vehicle Fleeing R.I.D.E Program in Geraldton

  21-06-2023 06:03 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Incident Overview of Fleeing Driver
  GREENSTONE – NEWS – Members with the Greenstone Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment are currently conducting an investigation following an incident where a vehicle fled from a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E) program in the Town of Geraldton.
  R.I.D.E Program Incident
  On June 20, 2023, officers from the Greenstone OPP Detachment were conducting a R.I.D.E program in the Town of Geraldton. Around 1:30 p.m., a motor vehicle entered t
  
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• June 20, 2023 – Northeast District Wildfire Update: 20 Active Fires

  21-06-2023 06:01 via netnewsledger.com
  
  Current Situation in Northeast District
  Sault Ste Marie – Wildfire Update – The Northeast Region is currently experiencing 20 active fires. A new fire has been confirmed in the Northeast Region on the early evening of June 20.
  Cochrane 15 is located 1 kilometre northwest of Attawapiskat. The fire covers an area of 0.1 hectares and is not yet under control.
  Fires of Note
  Several fires in the region continue to pose significant challenges:Chapleau 3: A wildland fire covering 3,916 hect
  
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• Helen Pelletier is showcasing her connection with Wiigwas in new Thunder Bay exhibit

  21-06-2023 06:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Helen Pelletier of Fort William First Nation is prepping for her brand new exhibit at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery, featuring her Wiigwas (birch bark) creations. The birch bark pieces range from skirts, bags, hats, and much more. CBC's Sara Kae spent some time with her at a photoshoot for her recent creation.
  
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• 2 First Nations women appointed to Thunder Bay Police Services ... - APTN News

  21-06-2023 01:39 via news.google.com
  
  2 First Nations women appointed to Thunder Bay Police Services ...  APTN News
  
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