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!
…[read more]Federal funds for Fringe North
This week, our city will once again be hosting the annual Fringe North arts festival. Terry Sheehan, MP for Sault Ste. Marie, announced that the Government of Canada is supporting the festival through two funding streams this year. Through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage (BCAH) fund, Fringe North will receive $37,900.
…[read more]Best of Power 5 Football
The all new Power 5 Football League has confirmed its award winners and all stars from its debut summer season of 2024. Sarnia Imperials emerged as champions of the four team league, defeating the Sudbury Spartans in the title tilt. Sarnia had advanced to big dance by upending the Tri City Outlaws while Sudbury stunned the Sault Steelers in the other semi final match.
…[read more]‘Solve the crisis’ campaign
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the Northern Ontario Service Deliverers Association.
…[read more]Kudos to our Kyla!
Sault Business Matters is pleased to report that as always, the team at Fit Bodies. Fit Minds has been growing their health and fitness knowledge by attending the CANFITPRO Global Conference and Trade Show. They can’t wait to incorporate all of the expanded knowledge they gained at the FBFM studio.
…[read more]Federal $ for AU project
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from Sault member of parliament Terry Sheehan relative to a funding project at Algoma University.
…[read more]Fed funds for Grocer 4 Good
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the office of Sault MP Terry Sheehan relative to an investment towards the Grocer 4 Good initiative.)
…[read more]Ignition takes over Tazzi’s
There will soon be a new look to an eatery located between Spring and March streets along Queen in the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]SK Group supports charity
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from SK Group relative to a month long charitable fundraiser of part of the local firm’s 30th anniversary celebration.
…[read more]Props to PUC and golf
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Mattters has received the following media release from PUC Services Inc. relative to its inaugural charity golf tournament.
…[read more]Feds assist Northcentral Ont.
Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Seniors, announced Government of Canada investments totaling $972,057 to help create and advance community economic development opportunities in Northcentral Ontario.
…[read more]Adult reading challenge
Like to read? If so, there is a reading challenge that might interest Sault Ste. Marie adults who are 19 years of age and older.
…[read more]Sunset … on Spring St.
Sault Business Matters is happy to report that after extensive and beautiful renovations, Sunset Noodle House, located at 133 Spring Street, is now open again for in-house dining. They are open and ready to serve the Sault with a fresh, new look and a revamped menu too.
…[read more]Steelers finish first
Sault Steelers will hold the distinction of first place team in the 2024 regular season of the newly formed Power 5 Football League.
…[read more]BioPed & Soles 4 Souls
For the past 10 years, the local BioPed clinic has specialized in lower-limb care through biomechanical assessments, custom-made orthotics, compression stockings, bracing and footwear. They have found a deeper purpose and have made it their mission to give back and help those in need through their partnership with Soles4Souls Canada.
…[read more]Rotary, Sault Pride, Sheehan
Terry Sheehan, MP for Sault Ste. Marie, has announced that the Government of Canada is funding two important community celebrations happening this weekend.
…[read more]Mane Street pickleball
Mane Street Cafe, 626 Queen St. in the Sault’s downtown, is putting on a pickleball tournament on Thursday of this week. It is part of Thursday’s downtown street party. See below for details.
…[read more]G4G community BBQ
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the folks at Grocer 4 Good relative to a free community barbecue to be held on Tuesday.
…[read more]Steelers blank Spartans
Touchdowns by Michael Reid and Fred Casselman and a Matt Gauthier field goal sparked the Sault Steelers to a 17-0 home triumph over the Sudbury Spartans on Saturday.
…[read more]Rapid Housing Initiative
Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, has announced an investment by the Government of Canada of over $4 million through the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI) to build 38 homes in Sault Ste. Marie.
…[read more]Way to go Kyla!
Sault Business Matters is happy to report that Kyla Faganely from Fit Bodies.Fit Minds in Sault Ste. Marie has been selected as one of the finalist nominees for Canfitpro’s Fitness Professional of the Year Award.
…[read more]Summer breeze in the Sault
Here and there and out and about and around town relative to local business and a city council that makes me go hmmmm.
…[read more]Juke Box Lounge at Mane St.
It is the first Friday of the month coming up. Which means Juke Box Lounge takes the stage on Friday at 7 p.m. at Mane St. Cafe in the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]Student safety winners
PUC Services has confirmed its third annual Student Safety Award winners. The awards salute Grade 8 graduates who demonstrate strong awareness, leadership, and commitment to safety within their schools and community.
…[read more]Steelers are well grounded
With a record of 2-1, the Sault Steelers have three games remaining on the regular season slate as members of the newly formed Power 5 Football League. And it has been a good “run” thus far for the locals.
…[read more]Sault Steelers now, then
Sault Steelers are charter members of the newly formed Power 5 Football League. Following a recent 21-7 home field victory over the Sarnia Imperials, the Steelers have a record of 2-1 at the halfway mark of 2024 P5FL regular season summer schedule.
…[read more]Cops are headed downtown
Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is expected to have its District 2 downtown location at 120 Brock St. (on the corner of Wellington St. E.) in full operation by the fall.
…[read more]Interim CEO at Chamber
Well known community leader and volunteer Don Mitchell will assist the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce as its interim chief executive officer.
…[read more]Mane Events at Mane St.
Mane Street Cafe, located at 626 Queen St. E. in the Sault’s downtown, has a bevy of events on the card for the rest of June and into July. See below for the full list of Mane Events.
…[read more]10 years for Q Cafe
Sault Business Matters has a message from Q Café to pass on! That is, Q Café is proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary this Friday, June 14.
…[read more]Steelers and Power Football
Semi pro football fans and followers of the game take note. That is, the gridiron landscape in Ontario is undergoing a shift of major proportions as the newly formed Ontario Power 5 Football League has kicked off the 2024 summer season.
…[read more]Pub N’ Grub Crawl
Dive Gastro Pub, a popular new spot located in the former Low & Slow location in the Sault’s downtown, is organizing a Pub N’ Grub Crawl.
…[read more]‘Help Us Can Hunger’
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the Soup Kitchen Community Centre and St. Vincent Place. Following is an excerpt from the release.
…[read more]Indigenous Peoples Day
Children and their caregivers are invited to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at the James L. McIntyre Centennial Library, 50 East St., throughout the week of June 17 to 22.
…[read more]Local leadership scholarship
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release relative to the mayor’s youth council and a scholarship opportunity.
…[read more]Sault MP and Bill C-58
The House of Commons has voted to pass Bill C-58, which will ban the use of replacement workers during strikes in federally regulated industries. The Bill is now proceeding through the Senate.
…[read more]Seniors month at the library
The Sault Ste. Marie Public Library is recognizing Seniors Month with its annual Boomers and Beyond event on Wednesday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The library is celebrating the fashions, films and pop-culture of the ‘Old Hollywood’ era with local partners in the arts, culture and recreation community.
…[read more]Northern mayors speak up
They have spoken. Matthew Shoemaker of Sault Ste. Marie hosted the mayors and chief administrative officers of North Bay, Sudbury, Thunder Bay and Timmins at a recent Northern Ontario Large Urban Mayors meeting.
…[read more]$25 million for rental homes
Score one for more rental housing in the Sault. A solid and reliable supply of rental housing is critical to ensuring that more Canadians have access to housing that meets their needs. Thus, Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, has announced over $25 million to build 108 rental homes in Sault Ste. Marie.
…[read more]Downtown construction
There is no drama or sensationalism to this coming from Sault Business Matters. As in, there appears to be very little disruption in traffic on the horizon as construction is slated to soon begin along a short area along Queen Street in the Sault’s downtown area.
…[read more]Women’s summer hoops
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the Soo Women’s Basketball League relative to its summer program.
…[read more]Bouquet of Brides event
Tamar’s Trends has teamed up with Shaylan Spurway Photography for a unique bridal event that will take place in Sault Ste. Marie on June 1.
…[read more]Shipwreck Museum exhibits
Open daily until October 31, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum at Whitefish Point, near Paradise, has two new exhibits.
…[read more]Business achievement awards
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release relative to its annual business achievement awards presentation. Following is an edited version of the release.
…[read more]Up and down the radio dial
I can remember listening to the radio since back — way back — in the early to mid 1960s when I was still in elementary school.
…[read more]Superior Asphalt Markings
Since 1985, amiable owner Terry McCoy has operated Superior Asphalt Markings offering friendly, reliable service for a variety of jobs such as asphalt repair, driveway sealing, pavement markings and more.
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