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Seven First Nations Become Nuclear Reactor Owners in Historic Deal
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Seven First Nations Become Nuclear Reactor Owners in Historic Deal

In a groundbreaking partnership announced today, seven Williams Treaties First Nations east of Toronto will gain ownership stake in a small modular reactor at the Darlington New Nuclear Project, marking the first equity partnership with First Nations in a nuclear reactor in Canada.

6/23/2026
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Kingston Could Get High-Speed Rail Stop Under New Plan
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Kingston Could Get High-Speed Rail Stop Under New Plan

Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon announced Monday that the federal government has directed Alto to consider adding Kingston as a stop on the proposed high-speed rail corridor, a potential major shift following public consultations across Ontario and Quebec.

6/22/2026
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United Way Names 27-Year-Old Jason Seguya as New CEO
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United Way Names 27-Year-Old Jason Seguya as New CEO

The United Way Peterborough & District has selected Jason Seguya to lead the organization starting July 6, succeeding Jim Russell who retires after 15 years of service. The 27-year-old Ugandan native brings experience from leadership roles in student media and advocacy.

6/18/2026
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Police Dismantle $10M Tobacco Operation in Six Nations
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Police Dismantle $10M Tobacco Operation in Six Nations

Two Hamilton men face charges after Ontario Provincial Police seized more than 40,000 kilograms of contraband tobacco from an illegal manufacturing facility. The operation, dubbed Project Track, uncovered five complete cigarette manufacturing lines and 13 foreign nationals at the site.

6/17/2026
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