Editorial / Opinion
It has been another busy and exciting week in our community, with the August long weekend bringing many of our beloved annual events to the region...
My friend Don Sanders died about 25 years ago. He was a businessman of integrity and huge influence in Sioux Lookout, as well as a man of marvelous mischief and humor. I admired him immensely...
It was a busy week in the region and a welcomed opportunity to speak with many residents...
Knowles McGill, Thierry Youbi, Janae Tinney, and Brenda Linden answer this week's question.
It was a busy week joining the Leader of Canada's Conservatives, Pierre Poilievre, on his tour through northern Ontario...
Today I had a letdown, a moment of disappointment.
I was so excited earlier this week when I felt a little lump on my chin! "Woohoo," I shouted to myself as I felt the tiny pimple. "Holy smackers, is that ever cool!"...
Callan Flatt, Alice Van Winckle, Dominic Sayers, and Jevin Sayers answer this week's question.
Around mid day yesterday I was hustling out of the grocery store with a bag of hamburger, cauliflower, cheese, and a can of beans. I was hoping to slip quietly away to camp on a Thursday afternoon with nobody noticing...
My thoughts are with the community of Eabametoong as they have declared a state of emergency and have had to evacuate members of their community due to the fire that burned down their water treatment plant...
Sharon Dumonski, Sam Sakamoto, Mark Hoggarth, and Jordie Kakegamick answer this week's question.
An old high school friend asked how I'm doing with my diet. When I wrote back he replied that I should share the story. So... Everything is going swimmingly. I'm doing very well. Thanks for asking, pal...
Our hearts are heavy as we bid farewell to Tony Belluz, a pillar of our community who lived his life with unwavering devotion to his family, his friends, his passions, and his hometown.
During our elementary school days, we all had teachers and assistants whom we admired and respected...
Bradley Grenier, Michelle Bruyere, Julian Cospito, and Sean Brody answer this week's question.
It was a busy week visiting different communities in the region...
I guess at one time or another everybody has been wrenched awake from a pleasant, sunny mid-afternoon snooze in their zero-gravity chair by a patio table, nine-foot umbrella, cell phone, camera, binoculars, half drank vodka/tonic, pair of glasses...
Komal Shah, Jordan Loon, Ezekiel Meekis, and Ryker Howard answer this week's question.
Five days since the Class of 2023 graduated from Sioux North High. I wish them all the best on their journey towards success, whether pursuing higher education or starting a career that brings them happiness and fulfilment...
I was up on the roof taking pictures when my friend Pie called. Luckily I had my phone up there with me...
I hope everyone had a safe and happy Canada Day. I enjoyed spending the day at the Kenora Harbourfront. I also had a great time in the region meeting with residents...
Today is a day of solidarity to recognize the contributions of Indigenous people to what is now Canada...
Mac Laverty with grandfather Ron Laverty, Reese Sitar, Kendall Egerter, and Jaxson Labelle answer this week's question.
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting Sioux North and was filled with happiness...
Parliament has recessed for the summer, and I am back home, eager to meet with residents so I can bring our concerns to the House of Commons again in September...