New horizons for seniors
Canadians deserve to age with dignity. That comes down to choice, to affordability, to inclusion, and to community. The New Horizons for Seniors Program creates those opportunities for seniors to be more connected, supported and active members of their communities.
…[read more]PUC and new energy program
PUC is excited to share news about newly announced electricity demand-side management (eDSM) programs coming to Ontario, thanks to the support of the provincial government.
…[read more]Terry Sheehan on the tariffs
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following statement from Sault MP Terry Sheehan relative to the proposed tariffs from the president-elect of the United States.
…[read more]We have this from the Dive Bar
Have you been missing dinner at The Dive Gastro Pub at the more traditional “dinner time” (before 9 p.m.)? We sure have and we have some good news on that front!
…[read more]Paint & Decor & much more
I had a chance to stop by Paint & Decor Concepts, located at 826 Queen Street East, on a recent snowy Saturday and it was so nice to see a couple of groups of people learning the basics of painting ceramics and pottery under the watchful and helpful eyes of friendly staff.
…[read more]Hydrant hero campaign
Spending just a couple of extra minutes after each snowfall to ensure your local fire hydrant is clear could help save a life when every second counts during an emergency.
…[read more]Sheehan thanks Trudeau
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following statement from Sault MP Terry Sheehan on the resignation of Justin Trudeau.
…[read more]Wisp Lounge in the downtown
Cocktail — and yes, even mocktail — lovers can rejoice. That is, the long awaited opening of Wisp Lounge has arrived. Saturday, December 28 marked the official opening of Wisp Lounge.
…[read more]Bargain box thrift shop
Looking for a bargain? The Bargain Box Thrift Shop at Westminster Presbyterian Church Memorial Hall in the Sault’s downtown area is open every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
…[read more]Toddler time at library
Get up and get moving with Toddler Time. The James L. McIntyre Centennial Library, 50 East St., in the Sault’s downtown, will operate a winter session of Toddler Time on Monday mornings from 10 to 10:45 a.m. from Monday, Jan. 20 to March 3.
…[read more]Mid-day sing-a-long at Mane
Our friends at Mane St. Cafe in the Sault’s downtown will be hosting their first ever sing-a-long brunch on Saturday, December 28 from noon until 3 p.m. You can book your reservation by e-mailing [email protected]. See below for full details.
…[read more]Free parking downtown
Until December 31 — New Year’s Eve — free parking is available at all meters, pay-and-display units, and two-hour municipal parking lots in the Sault’s downtown area.
…[read more]Sault Surge shows well
WINDSOR — They represented Sault Ste. Marie rather well here at a recent high end swim meet that was held at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Center, which is a spectacular world class facility on Pitt St. W. in the city’s downtown area.
…[read more]PUC & Christmas Cheer
PUC Services Inc. is proud to donate $12,000 to Christmas Cheer, thanks to the overwhelming success of our recent E-billing campaign.
…[read more]New CEO at SSMCOC
The Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce (SSMCOC) is thrilled to announce Robert (Bob) Burns as its new Chief Executive Officer.
…[read more]Fed funds for Trinity Tower
The federal government is supporting the construction of Trinity Tower, a 108-unit housing project in Sault Ste.Marie. This investment is part of the federal government’s broader commitment through the Affordable Housing Fund which includes previously announced investments to build and repair over 1,033 homes in Sault Ste. Marie.
…[read more]Funds for Indigenous history
Today, Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, announced $177,000 in funding for the Garden River First Nation, the Mississauga First Nation and the Thessalon First Nation for knowledge gathering projects related to sharing the Indigenous history of Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site to support the inclusion and representation of authentic Indigenous stories at the historic site.
…[read more]Peel, cut & bake apple pies
A McMaster University PhD candidate is inviting members of the Sault Ste. Marie community to participate in an artwork as part of her dissertation research. Artist-researcher Kathryn Huckson is working towards her PhD in Communication, New Media, and Cultural Studies at McMaster University. Her project looks at the ways artists use participation, food, and eating together in and as artwork.
…[read more]‘Coldest Night’ launch party
Join us as we kick off the 2025 Coldest Night of the year campaign! St. Vincent Place welcomes everyone to join us for our CNOY Launch Party on December 10. We’ll have music, treats, and – maybe most important – toques!
…[read more]Mega medals for LSFSC
The Lake Superior Figure Skating Club was well represented at its first competition of the season in Sudbury this past weekend. Sixteen figure skaters represented LSFSC at the Skate Ontario Nickel Blades Provincial Series competition.
…[read more]PUC and Christmas Cheer
As the holiday season approaches, PUC Services Inc. is proud to once again support Christmas Cheer, an annual initiative dedicated to helping local families navigate the financial hardships and pressures of the season.
…[read more]Taylgate for food banks
Are you ready for it? Brenda Wright is hosting the Soo Version TaylGate Party at Soo Blaster, 345 Queen St., on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 1. The party lasts from 2-6 p.m. and is in association with The Borderline Soo Radio and Stone’s Office Supply. All proceeds after cost are being donated to Sault Ste. Marie Food Banks and take out charities.
…[read more]Fed funds for marine project
The Government of Canada is dedicated to protecting biodiversity by conserving 30 per cent of land, inland waters, and marine areas by 2030. Connecting these areas is crucial to maintaining thriving ecosystems and ensuring species can move freely, adapt to a changing climate, and find suitable habitat to survive and thrive.
…[read more]Education, child care event
Are you curious about a rewarding career working with children? The Early Years Career Information event is your chance to connect with local professionals and explore diverse employment opportunities in the child care sector.
…[read more]Crime Stoppers big raffle
We have received the following message from our friends at Crimestoppers! Don’t wait … tickets are already 50 per cent sold! Following is their message with details on how you can potentially win big!
…[read more]Fednor $ for Sault College
Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Seniors, today announced a Government of Canada investment of $597,473 in Sault College of Applied Arts and Technology.
…[read more]St. Clair and the Sault
WINDSOR — No less than eight players from Sault Ste. Marie are part of the 2024 Canadian Junior Football League national champion St. Clair Saints. The Windsor based Saints shrugged off a 13 point deficit in the third quarter and rallied for a 37-22 win over the Okanagan Sun in the November 9 national championship title tilt that was held here at Acumen Stadium.
…[read more]Exciting news from Ojas
We have some great news to share from our good friends at Ojas Plant Based. They now have a liquor license and will be offering some later hours for you to experience their wonderful food and stellar customer service.
…[read more]Cafe 4 Good grand opening
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the good folks at Cafe 4 Good relative to its upcoming grand opening.
…[read more]Sheehan and the Legion
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from Sault MP Terry Sheehan relative to Remembrance Days and Royal Canadian Legion Branch 24.
…[read more]New to Chamber of Commerce
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the Sault Chamber of Commerce relative to its board of directors.
…[read more]Local Metis Heritage Centre
The Sault Ste. Marie Métis Heritage Centre has officially opened its doors. The first of its kind in Ontario, the Centre will serve as a gathering space to preserve the stories, history, and culture of the Metis people.
…[read more]North Shore internet access
Ground has officially broken on a project that will bring high-speed internet access to more than 60 communities along the north shore of Lake Huron between Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie and Manitoulin Island. It will serve 18,600 households, including over 2,500 Indigenous households.
…[read more]Port of Algoma funding
Canada has a vast marine transportation sector which is the foundation of much of the country’s economic prosperity. Whether it’s getting commodities to international markets, importing or exporting goods, or welcoming visitors to our world-class coastal tourism destinations – marine transportation helps make it happen.
…[read more]Yes! It Fits! 7 years old!
Yes! It Fits! is celebrating seven years in business and wants to celebrate! This retail gem is located at 557 Second Line East and has been providing exceptional service for seven years.
…[read more]Point-in Time Count
The District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board (Social Services or DSSAB), in collaboration with the local Homelessness Prevention Team, will participate in Canada’s national effort to measure homelessness through the 2024 Point-in-Time (PiT) Count.
…[read more]World class Steel City MMA
Two members of a Sault Ste. Marie mixed martial arts gym will be testing their skills on the world stage, while their coach will serve as the head master of Team Canada in Jakarta, Indonesia this December.
…[read more]Power 5 football expands
The Ontario Power 5 Football League — which debuted in the summer of 2024 — has brought aboard a fifth team ahead of the 2025 campaign.
…[read more]Thanks from Crime Stoppers
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from Crime Stoppers relative to thanking those who supported the Night Light Golf Tournament.
…[read more]Canada’s autism strategy
The Government of Canada is committed to supporting the needs of all persons with disabilities in Canada, including people with neurodevelopmental conditions like autism and those who care for them.
…[read more]Federal funds for career centre
Canadian youth are one of the country’s greatest strengths and sources of potential, and the Government of Canada is supporting young people at every stage of their journey toward a prosperous future.
…[read more]Homespun is 10 years old!
We have a message from our friends at Homespun Treasures, located on Queen Street, beside Precious Blood Cathedral, in the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]NEO Health Hub info
The NEO Health Hub — a groundbreaking initiative co-founded in the spirit of collaboration by Algoma University, Sault Area Hospital, and Sault College — has been established to bridge the gap between academic research and healthcare practice in Sault Ste. Marie and Northeastern Ontario.
…[read more]PUC local safety award
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from PUC services Inc. relative an electrical safety award.
…[read more]Soo Film Festival favourites
The 2024 Soo Film Festival took place September 11-15 at the historic Soo Theatre and Bayliss Public Library, a Superior District Library, in downtown Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Festival attendees are asked to choose their favorites by ballot. By audience acclaim, those films are as follows.
…[read more]Grand opening in Sagamok
SAGAMOK FIRST NATION — A community grand opening ceremony was recently held in Sagamok Anishnawbek to celebrate the opening of the newly constructed elementary school, Biidaaban Kinoomaagegamik.
…[read more]Sign up for women’s hoops
Calling all basketball enthusiasts! Get ready to hit the court and show off your skills as the Sault Women’s Basketball League returns for another season spanning from October 2024 to March 2025.
…[read more]A downtown dandy
Two Sault Ste. Marie born and raised Italian cousins are almost a year into keeping tradition, family ties and local gem City Meat Market alive and well in the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]Reform Chiro + Wellness
Every now and then, I get to write a feature story that I am really looking forward to and this is one of those times. I have been a patient of the multi-faceted Dr. Michelle Fabbro, owner and founder of Reform Chiropractic + Wellness, for quite a while now.
…[read more]Big Blue Food Drive
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from St. Vincent Place relative to its annual Big Blue Food Drive later this month.
…[read more]Ojas plant based food
Our friends at Ojas/Plant Based have provided Sault Business Matters some more insight into their lovely establishment in downtown Sault Ste. Marie. Here’s what they recently shared with us.
…[read more]Sandro’s Family Restaurant
Attention foodies: Looking for homemade deliciousness? Drive past the fast food options and into 465 Trunk Road located in our city’s east end where you will find Sandro’s, a locally owned and family-run restaurant.
…[read more]PUC and the OEB
The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has approved PUC Transmission LP’s Leave to Construct application, paving the way for construction of a new 230 kV transformer line and transformer station that will service Sault Ste. Marie’s west end and play a critical role in supporting Algoma Steel Inc’s (ASI) transition from coal to electric arc furnaces in its steel making process.
…[read more]Uncle Gino’s Pizzeria is no. 1
The City of Sault Ste. Marie held its first ever Pizza Fest at the downtown plaza on the weekend. This great inaugural event, in addition to featuring pizza going for a mere $1 per slice at participants’ stations, had live musicians, fun kids’ activities plus the much appreciated water feature given the scorching sun that day!
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