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OPG throws switch on Lower Mattagami project

OPG throws switch on Lower Mattagami project

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) announced it has completed its $2.6-billion Lower Mattagami Hydroelectric Project, the largest of its kind in 50 years.

Province introducing new working at heights standards

The province is making new training for those who work at heights mandatory as of April 1, 2015.

Pipeline consultations to take place in January

The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) will hold consultation sessions on the construction of TransCanada 's proposed Energy East Pipeline in January, including several at locations in Northern Ontario.
Ontario invests in winter roads

Ontario invests in winter roads

Winter road construction to reach remote First Nations was announced with $5 million in capital spending by the Ontario government.
Group advocating change following Elliot Lake report

Group advocating change following Elliot Lake report

Even before Justice Paul Bélanger released his report on the Elliot Lake Inquiry, which outlines recommendations for improving policies and standards related to the engineering profession, Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) was already reviewing it

Coroner announces inquest into North Bay construction death

The coroner’s office for the north region will conduct an inquest into the death of a North Bay construction worker. Perry Brooks, 50, died on Oct. 9, 2012 from injuries he received while working on a construction site in North Bay.
Northern designs recognized with wood awards

Northern designs recognized with wood awards

Two Northern Ontario creations have been recognized by the Ontario Wood WORKS! program for design excellence. The St.

Sudbury homebuilder receives provincial acclaim

J. Corsi Developments Inc. , a homebuilder based out of Sudbury, received an award of distinction at the annual awards gala hosted by the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) in Ottawa on Sept. 21. In the architectural design category, J.
Temiskaming Shores plunges ahead on waterfront development

Temiskaming Shores plunges ahead on waterfront development

The municipality of Temiskaming Shores is closer to starting construction on its waterfront revitalization project.
Kenora fabricator finds success in Western Canada

Kenora fabricator finds success in Western Canada

Ask James Fedirchuk why he decided to start a high-tech fabrication shop in Kenora and he’ll probably scratch his head and wonder why, too.