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Mike Stimpson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Mike Stimpson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

After working at newspapers across the Prairies, Mike found where he belongs when he moved to Northwestern Ontario.

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mstimpson@dougallmedia.com

Recent Work by Mike

First Nations take a stand against nuclear waste in the North

First Nations take a stand against nuclear waste in the North

‘We want to protect our animals, our land and our people.’
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First Nations business group touts Indigenous-led climate solutions

First Nations business group touts Indigenous-led climate solutions

Indigenous leadership is crucial to sustainable change, according to the Anishnawbe Business Professional Association.
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Ontario is lagging on winter road funding, says Mamakwa

Ontario is lagging on winter road funding, says Mamakwa

‘Will this government commit to winter road funding levels that reflect rising inflation and the increasing impacts of climate change?’
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Feds give up control of Indigenous-led conservation initiatives

Feds give up control of Indigenous-led conservation initiatives

Matawa’s Four Rivers initiative receives almost $390,000 of more than $1.2 million going to First Nations environmental initiatives in Northwestern Ontario.
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Red Rock Indian Band to hold Truth and Reconciliation walk

Red Rock Indian Band to hold Truth and Reconciliation walk

"Truth and Reconciliation Day is a reminder of the enduring impact of colonialism on First Nations communities," said Red Rock Chief Allan Odawa.
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Education minister visits Red Rock school

Education minister visits Red Rock school

A major addition at St. Hilary Catholic School was completed in August.
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First Nations reach a milestone in fire prevention

First Nations reach a milestone in fire prevention

Fourteen trainees from IFNA’s five member communities graduated from the provincial fire college’s Fire and Life Safety Educator course
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Onigaming chief resigns from Treaty 3 panel

Onigaming chief resigns from Treaty 3 panel

“I worry Grand Council Treaty #3 has chosen to accept money from NWMO that will open the door to nuclear waste being buried near our lakes, rivers and waterways.”
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Foundation is in for new hotel in Fort Frances

Foundation is in for new hotel in Fort Frances

Completion of the Studio 6 hotel project is scheduled for August 2025, according to the CEO of Rideout Bay Developments.
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FedNor supporting 18 Indigenous-led projects in the North with $6.9M

FedNor supporting 18 Indigenous-led projects in the North with $6.9M

Projects include a bioenergy pilot project in Lac Seul that FedNor is supporting with almost $515,000.
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