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ONTARIO VOTES 2025
Often election underdogs, Independent and minor party candidates say they shake up the 2025 Ontario vote
Hundreds of candidates are running in the 2025 Ontario election without the support of one of the four major political parties. Considered underdogs, they rarely win seats, but Independent and minor party candidates say they aim to connect with people unhappy with what the status quo offers.
ONTARIO VOTES 2025
How northwestern Ontarians want election candidates to tackle healthcare issues
CBC News interviewed three residents from various northwestern Ontario ridings with differing views to learn more about what they want to see their next MPPs do to address healthcare issues. Here's what they shared.
Scotties 2025 tournament a win for Thunder Bay
As the Scotties Tournament of Hearts wrapped up in Thunder Bay Sunday with team Homan taking the win, curlers and curling fans alike were reflecting on its impact. Players say Thunder Bay's ardent support is energizing, while local fans and organizers say the city benefits too.
Trial set to start today for Thunder Bay, Ont., police officer charged in 2014 assault
The first of three scheduled trials for a suspended Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) officer was set to begin today at the city's courthouse. The assault charge against Staff Sgt. Michael Dimini stems from an incident that allegedly occurred in northwestern Ontario city in August 2014.
Some Remote Area Border Crossing permits extended through 2025
Some say they’re happy the program has been extended, which allows for freer movement over the border and subsequent economic boosts to local businesses on both sides. Others say they worry a porous border provides little benefits to Canadians while increasing risks of crime and straining resources.
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Meet the 2025 candidates in the Kiiwetinoong riding
The boundaries of Kiiwetinoong are home to the municipalities of Sioux Lookout, Red Lake and Pickle Lake, as well as several First Nations including Sandy Lake, Pikangikum, Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, Eabametoong and Neskantaga.
ONTARIO VOTES 2025
Meet the 2025 candidates in the Thunder Bay—Atikokan riding
The riding includes the south side of Thunder Bay, as well as the outlying townships of Oliver Paipoonge, Neebing, Conmee and O'Connor. It includes Atikokan at its western boundary.
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Meet the 2025 candidates in the Kenora—Rainy River riding
The riding includes the municipalities of Kenora, Dryden, Fort Frances, Rainy River and Ignace. Several First Nations are located within the riding boundaries, including Couchiching, Rainy River First Nation, Naotkamegwanning, and Shoal Lake 40.
ONTARIO VOTES 2025
Meet the 2025 candidates in the Thunder Bay—Superior North riding
The riding includes the north side of Thunder Bay, as well as a number of municipalities along the north shore of Lake Superior including Marathon, Schreiber, Terrace Bay and Nipigon. It also includes the vast Greenstone municipality.
ONTARIO VOTES 2025
Northwestern Ontario ridings to watch in the 2025 provincial election
CBC Thunder Bay will be providing updates on the four main ridings to watch here in northwestern Ontario to help voters sort through the platforms and promises of this 2025 campaign,