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Former engineer didn't check Elliot Lake mall beam that would prove fatal

Former engineer didn't check Elliot Lake mall beam that would prove fatal

Robert Wood, who is currently on trial in connection with two deaths following the collapse of a mall roof in Elliot Lake, says he made a judgement call during a 2012 inspection just weeks before the incident.
Sudbury businesses question if labour law changes are necessary

Sudbury businesses question if labour law changes are necessary

Added government red tape could be onerous to small business, says labour lawyer
Newcomers welcome

Newcomers welcome

Report finds immigration a viable solution to succession planning
Risky business pays off for Canadian mine developers

Risky business pays off for Canadian mine developers

Goodman School of Mines fireside chat yields inspirational career stories
McIntyre Powder Project gaining attention

McIntyre Powder Project gaining attention

A number of initiatives are planned in 2017 to continue the work of the McIntyre Powder Project, which aims to document the work and health histories of miners who were exposed to aluminum powder while working in mines in Northern Ontario.
Study to weigh viability of establishing university in Timmins

Study to weigh viability of establishing university in Timmins

The Northern Policy Institute has commissioned the study, which will be undertaken over the next two months.
Touting the green machine

Touting the green machine

Public education a priority for biomass producers
Former engineer says Elliot Lake mall beams 'pristine' in 2009

Former engineer says Elliot Lake mall beams 'pristine' in 2009

Robert Wood began testifying Tuesday in his trial on criminal charges following the 2012 collapse of the Algo Centre Mall in Elliot Lake.
Sudbury’s food co-op turns 10, ushers in changes

Sudbury’s food co-op turns 10, ushers in changes

Financial problems almost closed the organization’s doors last year, but organizational changes are turning things around.
First Nation builds from within

First Nation builds from within

Fort William First Nation goes local to construct the first phase of a new subdivision