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Foreign francophone workers filling need in Sudbury shopsProspective workers attended Destination Canada in Paris to learn about employment opportunities in Canada. By: Lindsay Kelly

Foreign francophone workers filling need in Sudbury shops Immigration? Oui! Lindsay Kelly Robert Brouillette shakes his head in disbelief when recalling the challenges he’s faced while trying to retain employees at his family’s Sudbury business. Specializing in custom welding projects for mining and other

Sudbury finalizes immigration settlement strategyGuadalupe Luna de Siller and Carlos Siller immigrated to Canada five years ago with their family for employment opportunities. They have since made their home in Sudbury and are adapting to their adopted home. By: Lindsay Kelly

Sudbury finalizes immigration settlement strategy Welcome, bienvenue, aanii Lindsay Kelly Arriving in Timmins from Mexico City five years ago, Carlos Siller, a civil engineer who specializes in concrete, was lured to Canada by a work contract with De Beers. When it came time for his family to choose a perma

HR firm provides insight into recruitment bizThe staff at human resources firm Insight Search have moved into a new location in Sudbury. Pictured are (from left) Northern Ontario recruitment manager Stephanie Rondina, bilingual recruiting consultant Stephan Mayotte, business team leader Krystie Coyne, vice-president of operations Robert Leduc, business development representative Karen Pigeau, managing partner Peter Learn, and managing partner Ryan Yurich. By: Lindsay Kelly

HR firm provides insight into recruitment biz Lindsay Kelly The job interview. It's a nerve-racking experience, often for both job seekers eager to make a good impression and employers searching for their next employee. So the professionals at Insight Search aim to remove the stress from the process to ens

Pilot shortage propels Sudbury flight schoolJason Fogg (left), program manager, and chief flight instructor Matt Neumann are welcoming new students to Discovery Aviation Academy in Sudbury. The flight school is one of the first to be launched from an existing aviation company, Discovery Air. By: Lindsay Kelly

Pilot shortage propels Sudbury flight school Learning to fly Lindsay Kelly When it comes to flying the big blue skies, there's very little grey area, according to Matt Neumann: either you love it or you hate it. There are those who complete one flight and can't wait to get into the cockpit again, while

LU's engineering department receives $10-million boostStan Bharti (front) is presented with a jacket from Ramesh Subramanian, director of Laurentian University's engineering school after his $10-million donation in November. The engineering school has been renamed in Bharti's honour. By: Heidi Ulrichsen

LU's engineering department receives $10-million boost 'A big league contribution' Heidi Ulrichsen When Stan Bharti was offered a job at Falconbridge in 1981, he had no idea where Sudbury was. The Indian immigrant had been living in Vancouver with his family, where he was working as an engineer. Fal

Azilda couple finds success with magnet therapy productsMarsha and Sandy Best have operated The Best Bandages out of their Sudbury-area home since 2005. The company takes in sales for their magnet therapy products from around the world. By: Lindsay Kelly

Azilda couple finds success with magnet therapy products Best hoof forward Lindsay Kelly Sandy and Marsha Best were explaining the evolution of their magnet therapy products when the familiar one-long, two-short jangle of a long-distance call interrupted their narrative. “See if he can't not answer the p

Accreditation enhancing employment in mining engineeringCambrian College professors Elena Murphy (centre) and Tim Jones (right) lead first-year mining engineering technology students on a field trip as part of their curriculum. By: Lindsay Kelly

Accreditation enhancing employment in mining engineering Employment gateway Lindsay Kelly As one of only two accredited mining engineering technology programs offered in Canada, Cambrian College's course of study offers students a unique opportunity to prepare for the workplace, meeting the expectations of

Mining supply and service innovators honoured by industry peersMark Andrews (left), of Carriere Industrial Supply Ltd., and Bruce Diplock, of Dixon Electric, were inducted into the SAMSSA Hall of Fame Dec. 2, for their contributions to the mining services and supply industry. By: Lindsay Kelly

Mining supply and service innovators honoured by industry peers Lauding innovation excellence Lindsay Kelly The Sudbury Area Mining Supply and Service Association (SAMSSA) honoured two industry luminaries and welcomed a new board of directors during its annual general meeting Dec. 2. Bruce Diplock of Dix



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Xstrata confirms merger talks with Glencore
One of the world's leading Swiss-based commodities trade is looking to merge with Xstrata, a Swiss-headquartered international miner, in an all-share merger to become a global mining leader.
Been there, done that, says Ring of Fire Coordinator
Ontario's Ring of Fire Coordinator contends development in the burgeoning James Bay mineral exploration camps is progressing despite an MPP's assertions that Queen's Park is mismanaging provincial oversight of the region.
Chiefs want to electrify their communities
The Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) said it's time for their northern communities to be connected to Ontario's power grid.
Matachewan miner pours gold in March
AuRico Gold said its Young-Davidson gold project in northeastern Ontario remains on schedule toward pouring its first gold by the end of March.
Ursa suspends Webbwood operations
Operations at the Shakespeare Nickel Mine 70 km west of Sudbury, operated by Ursa Major Minerals, have been temporarily suspended, after the expiration of its processing agreement.
Ministry seeking nominations for apprenticeship awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the Minister's Awards for Apprenticeship Training.
Energy minister tours Sault College
Provincial Energy Minister Chris Bentley visited Sault College Feb. 2 for an introduction to the school's Renewable Energy and Green Construction Techniques program.
North Bay company one of Top 100 Employers
Cemenetation Canada, based in North Bay, has been recognized once more as one of the Top 100 Employers in Canada. It is the only Northern Ontario-based company listed this year, and it has previously been recognized four other times.
First Nation, miner begin negotiations
Atikameksheng Anishnawbek First Nation and Quadra FNX Mining Ltd. have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU), agreeing to enter into negotiations to reach a final agreement.
Quadra FNX signs MOU with Atikameksheng
Quadra FNX and Atikameksheng Anishnawbek First Nation, located 20 km southwest of Sudbury, are entering into negotiations towards an agreement for the future working relationship between the two parties.