The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) recently announced that they have successfully completed a “full-scale demonstration of the engineered barriers that will safely contain and isolate Canada’s used nuclear fuel in a deep geological repository (DGR).”
Critically endangered ‘Ojibwe Spirit Horses’ visit Seaforth P.S.
Before the arrival of European settlers, the Original People of this land had incredible helpers called Ojibwe Spirit Horses.
Blyth Festival Theatre’s Harvest Stage to get extra parking, temporary washrooms, more seating
The Blyth Festival’s Harvest Stage, built last summer due to pandemic rules that restricted indoor show access, will now have temporary washroom facilities, additional seating, and extra parking.
Fire Department of North Huron submits annual report; councillor commends volunteer firefighters
Anita Van Hittersum, councillor for the East Wawanosh Ward, pulled the Fire Department of North Huron’s (FDNH) 2021 annual report from the agenda at the June 6 council meeting to provide comment and gratitude to the volunteer firefighters, the department as a whole and for the personal letter from
Britespan to address labour shortage with temporary foreign workers program
Britespan Building Systems Inc. administrators Jenny Hogervorst and Stephanie Towton appeared as a delegation at the North Huron regular council meeting on June 6 to update council on the manufacturing company’s participation in the Temporary Foreign Workers (TFW) program.
Housing studies reviewed by South Bruce CLC
Dave Rushton, project manager for the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team, and Allen Webster, director of regulatory affairs and environmental assessment at the NWMO, were back at the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) meeting on June 2 to present the recently released studies on housing
Silent protest held outside of closed session of South Bruce council
Members of the Protect South Bruce-No DGR concerned citizens group staged a silent protest at a special South Bruce council meeting on May 31.
Pride flag raised in Wingham despite vandalism
On June 1, students from F.E. Madill Secondary School’s Plus Club, a student LGBTQIA inclusivity association, joined North Huron Reeve Bernie Bailey, township staff, and several onlookers to raise the Rainbow flag, also known as the Pride flag, in front of the town hall in downtown Wingham.
Blyth Lions Club vacate booth, council to inspect for future use
A report from Vicki Luttenberger, director of recreation and community services, informed North Huron council that the Blyth Lions Club no longer wishes to operate the concession booth located on the grounds of the Blyth Community Centre, and they have vacated the building.
Blyth Community Market makes several requests to council
North Huron council approved several requests from the Huron County Farmers’ Market Network (HCFMN), on behalf of the Blyth Community Market, seeking to update and amend current agreements with the township.
Resident requests council take down Pride flag in Wingham
A resident of Wingham stood up to speak at the beginning of North Huron’s council meeting on Monday evening with some points he considered valid regarding the recent raising of the Pride flag at town hall in Wingham.
National Indigenous History Month – what can you do?
June is National Indigenous History Month. This is a chance to celebrate and perhaps honour the Original People of Turtle Island. Not sure how to do that?
Huron County slo-pitch league ball tournament approved for beer garden, live music
The Township of North Huron approved an application from the Huron County coed Slo-Pitch league requesting their application to the AGCO/LCBO for a special occasion permit to hold a beer garden/refreshment area in conjunction with their tournament, scheduled for July 1-2 at the Blyth and District Co
Huron County expanding youth engagement opportunities
The County of Huron released a statement on May 25, saying they are reviewing, expanding, and developing their youth engagement opportunities, including professional development opportunities directly with the county.
Huron County to advocate for affordable housing
Huron County council authorized Warden Glen McNeil to join other municipalities in asking the federal government for “Ontario’s fair share of federal funding for housing programs,” at the request of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Steve Clark.
