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ByFaithGreco
In northern Ontario, First Nations communities have watched modular homes arrive,onlytodeteriorateandbecondemned withintwodecades.
Frustrated with temporary solutions, threeFirstNationsintheChapleauarealaunched a non-profit initiative in 2019 to build homes usingdo-it-yourselfbuildingkits.
TheOneBowlHousingCorporationwas namedaftertheDishwithOneSpoonwampum,a symbol of shared resources and collective responsibility, according to business developmentmanagerCandaceLarsen.
"Ifwe'realleatingfromonebowl,andif we're all using one spoon and only taking what we need at the end, we'd be ensuring the sustainability and the equitability of everything elsearoundus,"saidLarsen.
Thermallogtechnology
One Bowl's approach is built on what Larsenreferstoasa"tree-to-homesupplychain."
These kits include doors, windows, a prefabricated frame, and thermal logs a material designed specifically for cold climates. Thelogsconsistofwhitepineontheexteriorand interior,withexpandedpolystyreneinsulationin themiddle.
Those logs are currently made from white pine harvested in Québec, but One Bowl hopestosoonbeproducing that material in northernOntario.
"You stack [the thermal logs] like you
wouldLegos,andattheendoftheday,youthen have a high quality, culturally and climatically appropriateshellforyourhome,"Larsensaid.
When assembled, the result looks like a traditionallogcabin,butwithimprovedthermal efficiency that can reduce heating costs during theregion'sharshwinters.
Costeffectiveandself-sufficient
One Bowl's homes cost an average of $350 per square foot for full turnkey construction, with shell costs between $100 to $130 per square foot. In comparison, conventional housing in remote Ontario regions typically costs around$650persquarefoot.
So far, One Bowl has helped build 22 homes in Ontario — about 20 in the Chapleau areaandtwo off-reserve.Most of thehomesare duplexes.
OneBowlalsorecentlyshipped15kitsto theJamesBayCoast,whereLarsensaidtraining is now underway in Kashechewan First Nation, to teach community members how to construct the homes them-
selves, without relying on outside contractors.
"That 15-day training program really is that key piece that will ensure thatlocalcapacityhas theself-sufficiencyto build their homes
long term and increase the amount of homes that they're buildingaswell,"she
explained.
Bytheendof2025,thecompanyexpects tohavetrainedover50individualsandinvested morethan$500,000intoFirstNationscommunitiesacrosstheprovince,accordingtoLarsen.
'Living in a full white pine building itself is gorgeous. The smell is amazing, and it's definitely a shift over conventional construction technology,; said Candace Larsen, a business development manager with One Bowl.(Supplied/OneBowlHousingCorporation)
AVIS DE DÉCÈS
Theodore "Ted" Castilloux Mardi, 25 janvier, 1927 Samedi, 1 mars, 2025
C’est avec beaucoup de tristesse que nous annonçons le décès de Theodore Castilloux survenulesamedi1ermars2025àl’âgede98 ans. Cher époux de feue Margaret Rose Castilloux. Père bien-aimé de Claude (feue Joanne) Castilloux et Michael Castilloux (Janet) Theodore était un grand-père très dévoué à son petit-fils Mathieu Castilloux (Cheyenne) et sa petite-fille feue Annie Castilloux. Il manquera aussi à son petit-chien Gus. Il laisse également dans le deuil ses chères sœurs Simone Duguay (feu Jean), Helen Gosselin et Paulette Guy (feu Gerry), plusieurs nièces et neveux, ainsi que les membresdesafamilleélargie.Ilétaitaussibien aiméparlafamilleBarnes.
IlfûtprédécédéparsesparentsIsidore etHeleneCastilloux,ainsiqueparsesfrèreset ses sœurs Aline Chouinard (feu Normand), Noëlla Wafer (feu Fernand) et Raymond Castilloux(feueCecile).
Theodore est décédé paisiblement, laissant un héritage de sa passion pour la vie, ainsiqu’undévouementexceptionnelenverssafamilleetsacommunauté.Il a trouvé son foyer à Sultan, Ontario, où il a vécu une belle vie, créant des sculptures en bois intemporelles, et en partageant plusieurs moments précieux avec sa famille qu’il aimait beaucoup. Theodore avait un grand amourpourlamusique.Onpouvaitsouventleretrouverentraindejouerson violon,chanteretdanseravecexubérance.Sonespritjoyeuxetsonénergie créativeapportaientunechaleuràtousetàtoutesautourdelui.
Theodore a travaillé pendant plusieurs années à Texas Gulf. Un mécaniciendédié,sonexpertiseetsonétiquedetravailétaientgrandement respectées Il était aussi diacre de l’église à Sultan, Ontario où son dévouement a eu un impact remarquable. Sa grande foi et ses efforts exceptionnelsontfaitquel’églisepuisses’établirdanslacommunauté.
Sonengagementàsaparoisseetàsesmembresétaitinébranlable. On se souviendra de lui pour sa gentillesse, son leadership et son dévouement spirituel profond. La vie à Theodore fût caractérisée par la simplicité,lacréativitéetl’amourpuissantenverssesproches.Ilmanqueraà tous ceux et celles qui l’ont connu. Les belles mémoires de lui seront, cependant, toujours vivantes dans le cœur des gens qu’il a touchés, par les chansonsqu’ilachantées,l’artqu’ilacréé,etl’amourqu’ilagénéreusement partagé.Quesonâmereposeenpaixetquesafamilleretrouveconfortdans les beaux souvenirs qu’ils garderont précieusement engravés dans leur cœur
La famille désire sincèrement remercier le personnel de St. Mary’s GardenetExtendicarepourtoutelacompassionetl’appuioffertsàTheodore. Votre présence attentionnée a su lui apporter beaucoup de confort. Votre dévouementetvotregentillessefurentgrandementappréciésparlafamille.
Un service funéraire aura lieu au printemps à Chapleau, suivi par l’enterrement au Cimetière de Sultan.Aulieu de fleurs,vostémoignages de sympathiespeuventsetraduireparundonàl’égliseSacré-CœurdeJésusà Chapleau, Ontario. Les arrangements funéraires sont confiés à la Maison funéraireLESSARD
OBITUARY
Theodore "Ted" Castilloux Tuesday, January 25th, 1927 Saturday, March 1st, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Theodore Castilloux on Saturday, March 1st, 2025 at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Rose Castilloux; dear father to Claude (late Joanne) Castilloux, and Michael Castilloux (Janet). Theodore was a devoted grandfather to his grandson, Mathieu Castilloux (Cheyenne) and his late granddaughter,AnnieCastilloux.Hewillalso be dearly missed by his grand-dog, Gus. Theodore is survived by his loving siblings SimoneDuguay(lateJean),HelenGosselin, and Paulette Guy (late Gerry), along with manynieces,nephews,andextendedfamily HeisalsocherishedbytheBarnesfamily He was predeceased by his parents Isidore and Helene Castilloux, his siblings Aline Chouinard (late Normand), Noella Wafer (late Fernand) and Raymond Castilloux(lateCecile).
Theodore passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of passion for life and devotion to his family and community He found his home in Sultan, Ontario, where he cherished a beautiful life, creating timelesswoodsculpturesandsharingcountlesspreciousmomentswith hislovedones.Theodorehadadeeploveformusic,oftenseenplaying his violin, singing, and dancing with exuberance. His joyful spirit and creativeenergybroughtwarmthtoallwhowerearoundhim.
A dedicated mechanic, Theodore spent many years working at TexasGulf,wherehisexpertiseandworkethicwerehighlyrespected.He was also a devoted Deacon at the church in Sultan, Ontario, where he made an indelible impact. Theodore served with great faith, and it was throughhiseffortsthatthechurchwasestablishedinthecommunity.
Hiscommitmenttothechurchanditsmemberswasunwavering, and he will be remembered for his kindness, leadership, and deep spiritual devotion. Theodore's life was one of simplicity, creativity, and unwaveringloveforthoseclosesttohim.Hewillbedearlymissedbyall whoknewhim,buthismemorywillliveonthroughthecountlessliveshe touched,thesongshesang,thearthecreated,andtheloveheshared. Mayhissoulrestinpeace,andmayhisfamilyfindcomfortinthebeautiful memoriestheyholdclosetotheirhearts.
Thefamilywouldliketoextendtheirheartfeltthankstothestaffat St. Mary’s Garden and Extendicare for their compassionate care and supportduringTheodore’stimewiththem.Theirdedicationandkindness meanttheworldtousandprovidedgreatcomforttoourDad.
A funeral service will be held in the early spring in Chapleau, followed by interment at the Sultan Cemetery In lieu of flowers, remembrancedonationscanbemadetoSacre-CoeurdeJesusChurch inChapleau,Ontario.FuneralarrangementsareentrustedtoLESSARD FuneralandCremationCentre.
Chapleau Moments by MichaelJ. Morris Chapleau Moments by
ChapleauSearchandRescueOrganizationreceivestraining fromCivilAirSearchandRescueAssociationin1990s
MichaelJ. Morris
The Chapleau Search and Rescue Organization issued a call for newmembersinJanuary 1993.
InanadvertisementMikeFortin and Reg Fletcher said the organization was looking for volunteers, explaining that it was "a group of people like you whowanttomakeadifference.Wehave trained pilots, navigators, spotters, ground personnel and ground search people"butmorememberswereneeded.
The Chapleau association received financial assistance from the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge --- and perhapsotherorganizations.
The Chapleau association conductedtrainingandsearches.
FastforwardtoJanuary25,1998 "Tiger320"associatedwiththeCivilAir Search and Rescue Association (CASARA) from 424 Squadron at Trenton,Ontario,arrivedinChapleauto assistwithspottertrainingforChapleau association members. They were in a C130Herculesaircraft.
An article in the Chapleau
Express said the purpose of the visit was two-fold -- to provide training for Chapleau members and to evaluate their performance.
Those participating included LeonLandry,RichardBeaudoin, Celine Hann, Christiane Jacques, A,J Bowes, Paul Morin, Fern Gauthier and RaymondGouge.
They departed Chapleau airport for the first target area at Leblanc Lake where Aaron Bouvier and Dale Rioux were ice fishing. They provided the searchers with a smoke signal fire and mirror signal flasher as they passed nearby to get their attention, according tothearticle.
The object of the spotter is to guidethepilotdirectlyoverthetargetso thatvisualobservationofthesitecanbe made.
Marius Demers had set up anothersite.
During this training flight all spotters underwent performance evaluation by the CASARA team on board.
ThearticlealsothankedWilliam Yanta for his "quick job" in removing snow from the Chapleau Municipal Airport, now the Eugene Bernier Airport, without which the Hercules wouldhavebeenunabletoland.
Other examples of training programs were in March 1993 when the Chapleau members underwent winter survival training and in 1999 when they p a r t i c i p a t e d i n "Operation Northern Rescue".
SEARCHANDRESCUE-(Top)MembersoftheChapleauSearch and Rescue board the Hercules C·130 through the Cargo Loading Door. Bottom-(Left to Right) Ted Burns, George McWatch, Ken Byham,RogerLacoix,MikeDerocher.CrystalBowes,RonFortier, Glen MacNeil, Keven Crowel, Steve Waite, Rob Beauchamp, Dave Pollard. Dan LeBoeuf, Doug Dearing, Kyle Cachagee, Larry Schneider,MariusDemers,RegFletcher,MikeFortin,TomSawyer. MissingfromphotoAlainBouchard,GuyDoyon.
C130 HERCULES - “Tiger 320” from 424 Squadron of Trenton arrivesattheChapleauMunicipalAirportonJanuary25thtobegin anothertrainingsessionwithChapleauSearchandRescue.
WINTER SURVIVAL TRAINING - (Left to Right)AppearinginfrontoftheCitabriaonBorden Lake, Claude Boisvert, Ken Jacobs, Mike Fortin, Ken Byham, Larry Schneider, Reg Fletcher, Tony Elders.
Ihaveprovideda quick glimpse of the Chapleau Search and Rescue Organization based on information compiled by the late Doug Greig. If anyone would like to provide me withmoreinformationon this important group, please feel free to email me at mj.morris@live.ca HAPPYST.PATRICK'S DAYTOALL!!!!
C.A.S.A.R.A.- Shown here accepting a generous donation from the LoyalOrderofMooseintheamountof$500.00,aremembersofthe Chapleau Search and Rescue organization. The money will be a great help in getting the Chapleau division of civilAir Search and RescueAssociation off the ground. In the photo from left are Vice PresidentofChapleauSearchandRescueMikeFortin,LoyalOrder of Moose Administrator Joe Ladouceur, Search and Rescue PresidentRegFletcherandSecretary,TomSawyer.
from OTTAWA Rapport d’Ottawa
by/par Carol Hughes
Federal member of Parliament Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing
“Canada is not a real country.” This is a directquotefromanonlinepostfromElonMusk, theownerofX(formallyTwitter),CEOofTesla and SpaceX, and now, the “Leader” of the DepartmentofGovernmentEfficiency(DOGE), the new department named after an old joke photo of a dog that's now wrecking havoc on government departments across the U S He postedthisindirectresponsetothenow-massive petition (e-5353) initiated by Qualia Reed from Nanaimo sponsored by my colleague Charlie Angus asking the Canadian government to revoke Mr Musk's citizenship. While certainly that quote and a number of other issues have promptedtheireofagreatmanyCanadians(with almost 350 000 signatories of the petition as of thiswriting),theuseofXasapoliticalmachine has raised a number of serious questions about how his company gathers data, and whether the appitselfmaybreachCanadianprivacylaws.
In writing Privacy Commissioner Philippe Dufresne, New Democrat MP Brian MasseasksforaninvestigationintohowXuses datafromitsusers,statinginhisletter“weknow that as of this past November 15, 2024, X now shares user data — including posts, likes, bookmarks,andreposts—withthird-partyplatforms thatmayusetheinformationtotrainAImodels.” He referenced a recent CBC article that explained that user data is being sold to third partyfirmsfortrainingtheirartificialintelligence models, as many in the tech sector seeAI as the next major frontier The European Union's privacy regulator was so concerned about this shiftinpolicyatXthattheyforcedthecompany tostoptakinguser-generatedcontenttotrainthe company'sownAIchatbot,Grok.
Massealsonotedthat“Mr.Muskhasthe abilitytomanipulateX'salgorithmstoinfluence users in their political decisions He openly donated millions of dollars to Conservative candidates around the world and has been accused of using his platform X to manipulate algorithms to amplify and favour candidates he prefers. He has recently endorsed the Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and has supportedcallsforCanadatobecomethe51stState oftheUnitedStates.”
On February 26th, Dufresne responded positivelytoMasse'srequest,andbeganinvestigatingwhethertheXcomplieswiththelawunder the Personal Information and Protection of Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) with
DoesXBreachCanadianPrivacyLaws?
respect to the collection of user data to train its own AI model or sold to third parties for their own AI models The basic premise is that PIPEDA gives people control over how their dataiscollectedandrequiresthemtobeaccountableforhowtheycollectandusepersonaldata. So on that front, the Privacy
Commissioner's examination will be fairly narrow in scope, looking only at whether X violatesPIPEDA,butthereareotherareaswhere MPs have flagged concerns about the use of the platform.Thereareothersecurityissuesatplay, such as whether X should be allowed on GovernmentofCanadadeviceslikecellphones, which would be up to the Board of Internal Economy to determine. Angus has already written to the Chief Electoral Officer Stéphane Perraulttolookintopotentialconcernssurrounding election interference, stating that Musk “has
formed alliances with right-wing populist leaders, amplified extremist influencers and spread hate disinformation towards marginal groups.” He's asking Perreault and Elections Canada to ensure Musk makes his algorithm transparent “so that election observers can see whether his platform is interfering with the promotionorsuppressionofpoliticalcontent.” Musk's X isn't the only social media company that demands scrutiny They all do, from Facebook to BlueSky to YouTube, Canadianelection,privacy,andsecurityofficials need to ensure that social media has clear rules that abide by Canadian law. But Musk has managed to be the one tech oligarch to start saying the quiet parts out loud and clearly has been working with the current U.S. administration to tear down the basic operations of their government.
LaplateformeXenfreint-ellelesloiscanadiennessurlaprotectiondelavieprivée?
«LeCanadan'estpasunvraipays.»Ces propos traduits librement sont tirés d'une publication en ligne signée par Elon Musk, propriétaire de X (anciennement Twitter), président-directeur général de Tesla et de SpaceX,etdésormais«chef»dudépartementde l'Efficacité gouvernementale (DOGE). Ce nouveau département, dont le nom est inspiré d'unevieillephotohumoristiqued'unchien,sème la pagaille dans les divers organismes gouvernementaux partout aux États-Unis Le messageaétépubliédirectementenréponseàla pétition (e-5353) lancée par Qualia Reed, de Nanaimo, et parrainée par mon collègue Charlie Angus, dans laquelle les signataires demandent au gouvernement du Canada de révoquer la citoyenneté de M. Musk. La publication de M. Musk et un certain nombre d'autres sujets ont évidemmentsuscitélacolèred'ungrandnombre de Canadiens (la pétition comptait près de 350 000 signatures au moment d'écrire ces lignes), maisl'utilisationdeXcommemachinepolitique aaussiengendrédenombreusesquestionssurla manièredontl'entrepriserecueillelesdonnéeset sur la possibilité que l'application elle-même enfreignelesloiscanadiennessurlaprotectionde lavieprivée. Dans une lettre adressée au commissaire à la protectiondelavieprivée,M.PhilippeDufresne, ledéputénéodémocrateBrianMasseademandé la tenue d'une enquête sur l'usage que fait X des données provenant de ses utilisateurs. Dans sa lettre, le député a affirmé ce qui suit : « nous savons que depuis le 15 novembre 2024, X partagedésormaislesdonnéesdesutilisateurs–y comprisles[publications,lesmentions“j'aime”, lessignetsetlespartagesdepublications]–avec des plateformes tierces qui peuvent utiliser ces
informationspourformerdesmodèlesd'IA.»Ily a aussi fait référence à un article publié récemment par la CBC qui expliquait que les données des utilisateurs sont vendues à des entreprises tierces pour la formation de leurs modèles d'intelligence artificielle (IA), puisque de nombreux acteurs du secteur technologique considèrent l'IA comme la prochaine grande frontière à franchir Alarmée par le changement depolitiquedeX,l'instancederéglementationde la vie privée de l'Union européenne a obligé l'entreprise à cesser d'utiliser le contenu généré parlesutilisateurspourentraînersonproprerobot conversationnelalimentéparl'IA,Grok. M.Masseaaussisoulignéque«M.Musk a la capacité de manipuler les algorithmes de X pour influencer les utilisateurs dans leurs décisionspolitiques.Ilaouvertementfaitdonde millionsdedollarsàdescandidatsconservateurs dans le monde entier et a été accusé d'utiliser sa plateformeXpourmanipulerlesalgorithmesafin d'amplifier et de favoriser les candidats qu'il préfère. Il a récemment soutenu le chef du parti conservateur du Canada et a appuyé les appels pour que le Canada devienne le 51e État des États-Unis.»
Le 26 février, M. Dufresne a accédé à la demande de M Masse et a commencé une enquête visant à déterminer si X respecte la Loi sur la protection des renseignements personnels etlesdocumentsélectroniques(LPRPDE)ence qui concerne la collecte des données des utilisateurs dans le but d'entraîner son propre modèle d'IAainsiquelaventedecesdonnéesàdetierces parties afin de leur permettre d'entraîner leurs propres modèles d'IA. Le principe de base de la LPRPDE consiste à donner aux personnes le SuiteP.11
FCC launchesTradeDisruptionCustomerSupport programforagricultureandfoodindustry
To support the Canadian agriculture and foodindustryasU.S.tariffsareimplemented,Farm Credit Canada is providing $1 billion in new lendingtohelpalleviatefinancialchallenges.
"There is no relationship in the world like the one Canada shares with the United States, and that certainly extends to our agriculture sectors. Our supply chains are highly integrated, and our producers rely on fair access to the U.S. market.
These unjustified tariffs will have a direct impact on them,” said the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay,MinisterofAgricultureandAgri-Food.
"BuildingonourTeamCanadaresponse,FCCwill be providing financial support to the sector as we adapt to the challenges ahead, so our farmers can keeptheiroperationsgoingandcontinueproducing thebestproductsintheworld.”
“We know that agriculture and food
producers across Canada are bracing for uncertainty,” said Justine Hendricks, FCC president and CEO. “Agribusinesses, farm operations and food processors are key drivers of our economy and FCC is ready to provide meaningful and immediate support to keep the industrymovingforwardatthiscriticaltime.”
Hendricks said that FCC will rapidly deliver solutions for the industry to adapt to the changing trade and economic conditions. Initially, thefocusisonassistingtheindustryinaddressing cash flow challenges so that businesses can adjust toanewoperatingenvironment.
Through the Trade Disruption Customer Support program, FCC will provide relief for viablecustomersandnon-customerswhomeetthe necessary lending criteria. This includes access to an additional credit line up to $500,000 and new termloans.CurrentFCCcustomershavetheoption todeferprincipalpaymentsforupto12monthson existingloans.
FCCcustomersandnon-customersshould contact their local FCC office or call 1-800-3873232 to discuss their individual situations and available options. Lending due diligence will be carriedoutonallapplications.
“Supporting the industry will also take strong collaboration as part of a team Canada approach,” said Hendricks. “FCC has served as a strong, reliable, and trusted industry presence for morethan65years,andthiscurrentsituationisno different. We will be working in partnership with industryassociationsandotherfinancialproviders toofferthesolutionsneededbytheagricultureand foodindustrytotakeonthechallengesahead.”
“Canadianagricultureandfoodbusinesses supply high value and quality products to U.S. buyers and a positive trade relationship benefits both countries,” said J P Gervais, FCC chief economist.“Despitethislatestchallenge,FCCwill continue to provide capital solutions and be a catalyst for value creation to advance Canada’s leadershipinagricultureandfoodproduction.”
FCC continues to evaluate the economic impact of tariffs implemented by Canada’s largest trading partner on the Canadian agriculture and foodsectortoensurethatwearebestabletosupport theindustry
About FCC:FCC is proud to be 100 per centinvestedinCanadianagricultureandfood.The organization’s employees are committed to the long-standing success of those who produce and process Canadian food. FCC provides flexible financing and capital solutions, while creating value through data, knowledge, relationships and expertise. FCC offers a complement of financial and non-financial products and services designed to support the complex and evolving needs of the industry. As a commercial Crown corporation, FCC is a stable partner that reinvests profits back into the industry and communities it serves. For moreinformation,visitfcc.ca.
WhiteOwlFilmStudiosOpensAsNorthern Ontario'sPremierFilmProductionHub
White Owl Film Studios has officially opened its doors, marking a new era for film production in Northern Ontario. As a state-ofthe-art production facility, the studio offers world-class resources, comprehensive production support, and significant financial incentives to filmmakers from Canada and beyond.
WhatSetsWhiteOwlFilmStudiosApart?
● 20,000 sq. ft. of clear-span studio space with 64-footceilings
● Full-service rigging and logistics support throughUprightServices
●Accesstoupto$2millioninNOHFCfunding, coveringupto50%ofeligibleproductioncosts
● Prime location in Wahnapitae First Nation,
minutes from Sudbury, with daily flights from Toronto
● Over 2,000 hotel rooms and 300+ Airbnb optionsnearbyforcastandcrew
White Owl Film Studios is led by CEO Roy Roque, a visionary entrepreneur with a history of successful ventures. Supporting the studio's growth and industry outreach is Axel Green, Public Relations & Acquisitions Manager, whose extensive background in film productionandstrongindustryconnectionsmake himaninvaluableasset.
White Owl Film Studios is dedicated to supporting filmmakers from all backgrounds whilealsofosteringopportunitiesforIndigenous and Northern Ontario creatives. With cuttingedge infrastructure and attractive financial incentives, the studio is set to become a go-to destinationforproductionsofallsizes.
"White Owl Film Studios represents an excitingshiftinCanada'sfilmindustry Ourgoal is to provide an accessible, world-class production hub that filmmakers of all backgrounds can rely on. With our incredible facilities, financial incentives, and prime location, we're offering a real alternative to traditional urban production centers."said Axel Green, Public Relations & Acquisitions Manager,WhiteOwlFilmStudios
WhiteOwlFilmStudiosismorethanjust a new facility—it's a major investment in the future of filmmaking in Canada. The studio providesacompetitivealternativetomajorurban centers,offeringfilmmakers:
●Costsavingsthroughgovernmentfundingand loweroverheadcosts
● A unique backdrop of Northern Ontario's stunninglandscapes
●Seamlesslogisticsandproductionsupport For media inquiries, production bookings,orastudiotour,pleasecontact: Axel Green Public Relations & Acquisitions ManagerWhiteOwlFilmStudiosPhone:1-647981-2935 Email: axel@whiteowlfilmstudios.ca
Website:www.whiteowlfilmstudios.ca
White Owl Film Studios is Northern Ontario's premier film production facility, providing state-of-the-art studio space, fullservice production support, and access to major financial incentives With a commitment to fostering Indigenous storytelling and growing the region's film industry, White Owl Film Studios offers an unparalleled filmmaking environment for both established and emerging creatives.
OntarioApplies25PerCent SurchargeonElectricity Exportsto
UnitedStates
Surcharge part of initial retaliatory measures that will remain in place until U.S. tariffs are removed for good
Effective March 10, the Ontario governmenthasapplieda25percentsurcharge on all electricity exports to the United States as part of the province’s initial suite of retaliatory measures to U S tariffs on Canada This surcharge will affect 1.5 million homes and businesses in Michigan, Minnesota and New York, costing up to $400,000 every day the surchargeremainsinplace.
“President Trump’s tariffs are a disaster fortheU.S.economy.They’remakinglifemore expensive for American families and businesses,”saidPremierDougFord.“Untilthe threat of tariffs is gone for good, Ontario won’t backdown.We’llstandstrong,useeverytoolin our toolkit and do whatever it takes to protect Ontario.”
Starting today, new market rules are in effect that require any generator selling electricity to the U.S. to add a 25 per cent surcharge valued at $10 per megawatt-hour (Mwh) to the cost of power. At this level, the surcharge will generate revenue of $300,000 to $400,000perday,whichwillbeusedtosupport Ontarioworkers,familiesandbusinesses.
Thegovernmentwilluseeverytoolatits disposaltoprotectOntarioworkersandfamilies from President Trump’s tariffs, including increasing this surcharge at any time or, if the U.S. escalates, cutting off electricity exports to theU.S.completely.
“For decades, Ontario has powered Americanhomes,factories,officesandjobs,and we will not stand by as our vital electricity exports are taken for granted,” said Stephen Lecce, Minister of Energy and Electrification.
“Inatimewherepricesaregoingupforfamilies inAmerica,CanadaandtheUnitedStatesshould beworkingtogethertostrengthenourtradeand investment relationships to ensure a prosperous futureforbothsidesoftheborder.”
The new surcharge is in addition to the Government of Canada imposing an initial round of $30 billion in retaliatory tariffs. In Ontario, LCBO, the largest buyer of alcohol in the world, has removed all United States products from its shelves, costing American producers$1billioninlostrevenue.Ontariohas also banned U.S. companies from participating in an estimated $30 billion worth of annual governmentprocurement.
Couldathiefcatchyouoffguard?
(NC) Distraction thefts have been a growing concern lately, with older adults or individuals on theirownbeingacommontarget.Theycanhappen anywhere,frommallstoparkinglotswiththethief using a ruse to catch victims off guard and steal theircash,walletsorothervaluables.
Some methods of distraction can include crowding,droppingmoneyonthegroundnearthe potentialvictim,strikingupaconversation,asking for directions, or pretending there is something wrongwiththetarget’scar.
Financial distraction theft can happen whenacustomerisseenwithdrawingcashfroman ATM orservicecounteratabranch.Thevictimis oftenunawaretheyarebeingwatchedortargeted, and the perpetrator uses distraction tactics to gain accesstotheirvaluables.
Itcanalsoinvolvemorethanonethief.One mightwatchacustomerentertheirbankingPINat anATM,forexample,thendistractthembyusinga tactic such as dropping something at their feet, engaging in a conversation, or even pretending to fall. The other person then quickly withdraws money from the distracted customer’s account, or steals their bank card to use later since they now knowthePIN.
“We know that these perpetrators often attempttoblendinwiththephysicalenvironment,” explainsTomCummings,seniormanagerofglobal physical security at TD “We’ve seen situations where they are surveilling customers and looking toidentifylucrativeor‘easy’targets.”
Sometipsonhowtoprotectyourself
Because distraction theft can happen anywhere, it’s important to follow some basic safetyrecommendationswheneveryou’recarrying valuables or have just completed a big purchase. Herearesometipstokeepinmind:
Know the risks Awareness is one step in preventing this from happening to you and your family Speaktoyourlovedonesaboutdistraction theft and help them understand the risks and possiblewarningsigns.
Stay alert. It is vital to stay alert and be aware of your surroundings and be cautious of people who approach you in public spaces who are overly friendly,helpful,oraskforyourhelp.Theymaybe tryingtodistractyou.
Secure your valuables. Never leave valuables unattended, and keep them secure and on your person.Wheneverpossible,storeitemsinzippered pockets, pouches or purses which make it harder forthievestoaccess.
Know what to do. If you feel like you are being targeted,yellormakenoisetoattractattention,and call911.
Go places you can trust. Some businesses are taking steps to help protect customers from distraction theft. “Employees at TD are trained to pay attention to everyone entering and spending time in the branch, and to report any suspicious activity," says Palwasha Zerghune, manager of customerexperience.
Canadianssaytheynowneedalotmoremoneyforretirement
(NC) Saving for retirement can be a daunting financial challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. Many Canadians share this concern, especially with the rising cost of living. As people live longer,theyfeeltheyneedmoremoneythanever before.Fortunately,thereishopewiththeCanada PensionPlan(CPP).
A recent survey by CPP Investments
found that Canadians have increased their retirement savings goal from $700,000 to$900,000overthepastyear — a significant 29 per cent jump. While nearly twothirdsofCanadiansaged18to 24
financial decisions, this number drops to just onethird for those aged 65 and older. Seniors are clearly less stressed about their finances co
Canadians, and there’s a reasonforthat.
ImportanceofCPPatage 65: Why is 65 such a pivotal age? That’s when many Canadians begin receiving their benefits. Through your CPP contributions, you’re investing in your financial future Canadian workers have a solid foundation for retirement withthefund,andseniorsknowthiswellbecause manyofthemarealreadyreceivingtheirbenefits.
Understanding the value of the CPP can boost your confidence in having enough money for retirement Nearly three-quarters of Canadians who are very familiar with it feel confident in their retirement savings, according to the survey. This shows how important it is to understandthebenefitsandtoknowthattheyare indexed to inflation and payable for as long as youlive.
CPPFund's financial strength: Managed by CPP Investments, the fund has more than $675billioninassets,makingitoneofthelargest pension funds in the world. It is projected to be sustainable for at least the next 75 years, providing financial support for generations of Canadians.
Building a solid understanding of your personal finances and seeking resources to improve financial literacy can help you manage money more effectively Saving for retirement can be challenging, but having a solid plan can easefinancialanxiety Fortunately,morethan22 million Canadians have a head start on their retirementplanning.
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Nations?
(EN) Toute la population canadienne devrait avoir accès à l’eau potable. C’est pourquoibonnombred’entrenouss’inquiètent,à justetitre,desavisconcernantlaqualitédel’eau potable, qui sont en vigueur depuis des années, voire des décennies, dans certaines communautésdesPremièresNations.Alors,que
faut-il pour résoudre le problème? Voici quatre choses à savoir:
Le processus est complexe. La levée des avis à long terme concernant la qualité de l’eau potable constitue un processus complexe qui exige une collaboration et des investissements. Les Premières Nations,legouvernementfédéral et les agents de santé environnementale et publique jouent des rôles différents pour veiller à la qualité de l’eau. La décision de lever un avis à long terme concernant la qualité de l’eaupotableestgénéralementpriseparlechefet leconseildelacommunauté,souventenfonction des recommandations des agents de santé environnementaleetpublique.
Des infrastructures pourraient être requises. L’accès à l’eau potable peut exiger la conception de n o u v e a u x systèmes ou la réparation des infrastructures existantes. Si une nouvelle u s i n e d e traitement de
l’eauestnécessaire,samiseenplacepeutprendre detroisàquatreans.
Leperfectionnementdelamain-d’œuvre locale est nécessaire En plus de soutenir l’infrastructure physique, les investissements doiventpermettrelerecrutementetlaformation d’opérateurs de l’eau locaux afin que les communautés des Premières Nations puissent gérer de façon durable leurs propres systèmes d’approvisionnement en eau et ainsi assurer l’accèsàl’eaupotableauxgénérationsàvenir. Le changement est en cours. Heureusement, une grande partie de ce travail a déjà commencé. Depuis 2015, 1 415 projets d’approvisionnementeneauetdetraitementdes eaux usées ont été mis en œuvre dans les communautés des Premières Nations, notamment des projets d’infrastructure et des possibilités de formation pour les opérateurs de l’eau.Cesaméliorationsonteuuneincidencesur près de 600 communautés, soit environ 478 000 personnes.
Cependant, il reste encore beaucoup de travail à faire. Les communautés des Premières Nations et le gouvernement du Canada ont élaborédesplanspourmettrefinauxavisàlong terme concernant la qualité de l’eau potable qui sontencoreenvigueur.
Pourensavoirplussurletravaileffectué afin d’assurer l’accès à l’eau potable à l’ensemble de la population, consultez le site canada.ca/eau-dans-reserves.