News - Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry

1. Ontario Creates 6,200 Summer Jobs For Youth
   As many as 6,200 Ontario students could be employed in Northern Ontario this summer in forestry, tourism, retail and other sectors.
   
   
   March 19, 2010 10:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
2. Grand Council Treaty #3 And Ontario Strengthen Relationship
   Ontario and Grand Council Treaty #3 will continue to work together to promote greater economic opportunities for the Grand Council's First Nations communities. 
   March 12, 2010 12:30 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
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   Ontario Boosts Economy In Timmins And Hearst Area
   Ontario investments continue to improve community infrastructure and support private sector job creation projects in the Timmins and Hearst area.
   
   
   March 4, 2010 3:00 PM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
4. East Nipissing Communities Profile Local Assets
   Several East Nipissing communities are highlighting local business opportunities for potential investors.
   
   
   March 2, 2010 12:55 PM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
5. Greenstone Looks To Mining Service Sector For Growth
   Greenstone is promoting economic development and job creation by helping local businesses provide services and supplies to Northern mining companies.
   
   
   March 2, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
6. Public Service Announcement
   Applications from employers under the 2010 Ontario Summer Jobs Service are now being accepted by the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry.
   
   
   March 1, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
7. Attracting Investment To Kapuskasing Area
   Kapuskasing and other local communities are working together to attract new investment that will promote economic development and job creation.
   
   
   February 25, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
8. Neebing Markets Community Assets
   The Municipality of Neebing is promoting economic development by marketing itself to new investors.
   
   
   February 25, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
9. Three New Businesses In Northwestern Ontario
   New small businesses, run by young entrepreneurs, are up and running, creating seven private sector jobs in three Northwestern Ontario communities.
   
   
   February 23, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
10. Young Entrepreneur Opens Gym In Chapleau
    A young entrepreneur in Chapleau has opened a new business aimed at improving the health and fitness of residents.
    
    
    February 22, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
11. Lakehead University Project Promotes Green Technology
    Research into the development of low-cost, more efficient lighting is creating about 14 jobs over the next three years in Thunder Bay.
    
    
    February 20, 2010 12:01 PM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
12. Little Current Radio Station Amplifies Its Reach
    A new transmitter and antenna for Manitoulin Radio Communications in Little Current will enable this small community station to significantly enhance local broadcast services and expand its geographic reach.
    
    
    February 18, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
13. Water, Sewer And Power Services Expanded In Emo Industrial Park
    Municipal services have been extended in the Emo Industrial Park to promote the growth of local industry and agriculture.
    
    
    February 17, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
14. Young Entrepreneurs Launch Businesses On Manitoulin Island
    Six young entrepreneurs are contributing their skills and services to the growth of Manitoulin Island's business community.
    
    
    February 17, 2010 11:00 AM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry
15. Muskrat Dam First Nation Explores Hydroelectric Power
    A Northwestern Ontario First Nations community is looking into developing a hydroelectric generating facility to help reduce energy costs and environmental impacts.
    
    
    February 16, 2010 2:00 PM | Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry