Brad Aubin

North Bay

Senior News Director at Vista Radio

Ontario's Senior News Director for Vista Radio.

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Champlain Park expected to be inaccessible for at least a week

3 days ago | mywestnipissingnow.com | Brad Aubin

Ontario Parks says restoration plans are being developed for Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park after last weekend’s storm. “The storm, which included a microburst, resulted in extensive tree damage and hazardous conditions throughout the park,” states the Parks Alert web page. “Emergency workers have been actively working to assess the damage, clear debris, and provide assistance to those affected.
Purolator Tackle Hunger sees over 5,500 lbs delivered to North Bay Food Bank

3 days ago | mynorthbaynow.com | Brad Aubin

Over 5,500 lbs of food has been delivered to the North Bay Food Bank, thanks to the community and the Purolator Tackle Hunger Red Bag campaign. Held from June 14 to 21, the campaign saw 2,000 red bags dropped off throughout the area, with residents asked to fill up the bags with non-perishable food items. The filled bags, which were left on doorsteps, were then collected by Purolator employees and brought to the food bank.
Heat warning continues

5 days ago | mynorthbaynow.com | Brad Aubin

The heat warning continues for our area. Environment Canada says dangerously hot and humid conditions will be continuing today and ending tomorrow (Tuesday) night. Daytime highs of up to 33 degrees can be expected, with humidex values hovering around 40. The agency is reminding you to check on older adults, those living alone and at-risk people multiple times a day. Officials say to watch for early signs of heat exhaustion in yourself and others.
Lotto ticket purchased in North Bay worth millions

5 days ago | mywestnipissingnow.com | Brad Aubin

Check your lottery tickets. Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) says the winning ticket for the $34 million LOTTO 6/49 Gold Ball Jackpot from Saturday night’s draw (June 21, 2025) was purchased in North Bay. OLG says this is the second time in a row that the LOTTO 6/49 Gold Ball jackpot was won in Ontario. The May 7 jackpot of $60 million was won with a ticket purchased on OLG.ca.
Hwy 17 fully reopened - States of Emergency declared in Bonfield and Calvin Townships

5 days ago | mywestnipissingnow.com | Brad Aubin

(Update: 8 pm)The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reports Highway 17 has fully reopened following damage due to severe storms on Saturday night. The road was closed between Corbeil and Mattawa after the storm, then partially reopened earlier Sunday evening before being fully reopened. Police say approximately 290 people have been evacuated from affected provincial parks (Samuel du Champlain and Kiosk).
Burton won't be renewing contract with college

1 week ago | mynorthbaynow.com | Brad Aubin

Canadore College will soon be in need of a new president. George Burton shared on social media that he will not be renewing his contract, which is set to expire in late January. Burton says serving the community has been a profound honour. “Together, we’ve built a student-first culture, transformed our campuses, created new opportunities through innovation and partnerships, and strengthened our connection to the communities we serve,” he wrote on X.
Trojans raise $51,000 during annual parade

1 month ago | mynorthbaynow.com | Brad Aubin

The annual Trojan Parade For Cancer raised $51,000 for the North Bay Regional Health Centre Foundation. Hundreds of students and staff from West Ferris Secondary School marched down to the waterfront on Tuesday for the announcement, games, and more. Funds raised this year are helping purchase a state-of-the-art contrast injector for mammography, to help detect and diagnose breast cancer earlier. This was the 30th annual Parade for Cancer.
LMG launches employee recruitment, training and retention survey

1 month ago | mywestnipissingnow.com | Brad Aubin

The Labour Market Group (LMG) is asking regional businesses and organizations to share their opportunities and challenges. The Northeastern Ontario 2025 Employee Recruitment, Training and Retention Survey is available online.
DNSSAB celebrating area paramedics this week

1 month ago | mywestnipissingnow.com | Brad Aubin

Paramedics in our area responded to over 19,000 ambulance emergency 911 calls last year. That from the District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board (DNSSAB) as it celebrates Paramedic Services Week (May 18-24). Officials also handed out the inaugural Perseverance Awards honouring paramedics who have served between 5 and 35 years.
Smile Cookies raise over $99,000 for the Humane Society

1 month ago | mynorthbaynow.com | Brad Aubin

The local Tim Hortons smile cookie campaign raised over $99,000 for the North Bay and District Humane Society. Officials say the money raised will help vulnerable companion animals with vet care, medicine, adoptions, and more. This is the second year the Humane Society has participated in the Smile Cookie campaign. “Our community really rallied around us this year,” says Liam Cullin, Executive Director for the North Bay Humane Society.