Nuclear tourism debated as Ignace hosting event draws critique
The Ignace NWMO led event sparked debate over nuclear tourism and plans to transport and bury waste in Treaty 3 territory. Local residents questioned the hosting agreement while recounting Chernobyl’s lasting impact and urging cautious, respectful approaches to future tourism tied to nuclear issues. Paul Filteau THUNDER BAY.
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Ignace
Nuclear Waste Management Organization
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Treaty 3
Arena
Poland
Chernobyl
Germany
Nuclear Free North
Paul Filteau
Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay transit riders urge bus service overhaul
Thunder Bay residents decry chronic driver shortages and frequent cancellations. They urge the Thunder Bay Transit Authority to hire more drivers, improve scheduling, and provide clear timely communications to reduce delays and outages affecting work, school and daily travel.
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Thunder Bay
Transit
Renting space a step backwards for Thunder Bay library
The Thunder Bay Public Library faces a cost risk if moved to mall space with rent per square foot. City owned buildings give budget control, while mall space could strain funds. Citizens critique surveys ignored by Parking Authority and demand a library that serves all residents as a true learning place.
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Intercity
Lowes
Thunder Bay
World better ideas beyond abortion debate
Letter writer argues against forcing abortion bans and urges solutions to population and social issues. Proposes helping pregnant people, adoption, housing, childcare, flexible work, free diapers, ending wars, livable wages, free higher education, and supportive letters, focusing on practical aid over policy bans.
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Pollution price pushes positive change
A letter by Ross Singleton argues the carbon tax is working and urges continued support for carbon pricing. He notes past inaction, recalls Kyoto, and contrasts Liberal policy with Conservative province protests. He calls for reducing fossil fuel dependence and offers no easy alternatives.
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Canada
Ross Singleton
Thunder Bay
Negative feedback urged for Thunder Bay Police service response
Nishnanbe Aski Nation criticizes the Thunder Bay Police Service but calls for constructive input. Chief Darcy Fleury and the police services board seek to address past wrongs and ask the public to offer practical suggestions to improve the situation.
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Nishnanbe Aski Nation
Thunder Bay
Darcy Fleury
Police Services Board
Government funding cuts threaten Thunder Bay housing
A local DSSAB funding dispute risks over 4 000 housing units in Thunder Bay, raising homelessness fears as Bill Bradica describes severe impacts on seniors children and disabled residents. The writer criticizes politicians and urges federal housing support and accountability for funds.
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Thunder Bay District Social Services Administration Board
DSSAB
Bill Bradica
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