All posts by Sault Business Matters Staff
Eagle Radio means business
Our friends at local radio station Eagle 95.1 have been named business of the year by the Sault Area Chamber of Commerce.
The Chamber’s business of the year award annual banquet for 2020 was cancelled due to the pandemic. But Eagle 95.1 and its owners, Tim Ellis and Lindsay Ellis, were honoured with the award at the Chamber’s recent ‘Back to Business Bash’.
…[read more]Honouring residential school kids
Garden River First Nation will be host to a Pow Wow in honour of the children of residential schools this Saturday and Sunday at the ball fields.
…[read more]Sheehan seeks re-election
Sault Ste. Marie member of parliament Terry Sheehan of the governing Liberals is already on the streets campaigning as he seeks a third term in the House of Commons.
…[read more]Coming soon to downtown!
We have good news! A new business will soon be opening at 117 Spring Street in the Sault’s downtown.
Sault Business Matters has confirmed that Forty-Five Social hopes to be open by mid September.
…[read more]Davey Home fundraiser
F. J. Davey Home Foundation is encouraging Sault Ste. Marie residents to register to walk and fund raise in support of The Grand Parade.
The Grand Parade is a fundraising walk that celebrates and supports aging Canadians and their families in Sault Ste. Marie and locations across Canada.
…[read more]Ross, Tony … the train station
At last, the new Agawa Canyon tour train station is a reality.
Ontario’s government is supporting the recovery of Sault Ste. Marie’s hard hit tourism sector and hopefully paving the way for long-term economic growth through a significant investment in the community.
…[read more]Sault smiles … with Marcel
(EDITOR’S NOTE: A regular feature in which we share many of the smiles that help make the Sault a friendly place to do business.)
$7 million for area schools
It has been said that the health and safety of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Ontario.
And both governments have put money where their mouths are. Sault member of parliament Terry Sheehan and Sault member of provincial parliament Ross Romano have confirmed joint funding for both the Algoma District School Board and the Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board to fund infrastructure improvements in order to protect students and staff from COVID-19.
…[read more]Air quality statement
Smoke plumes from active fires in northwestern Ontario and eastern Manitoba will continue today, resulting in poor air quality.
Thus, Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement that is in effect for the following areas.
…[read more]Basketball day camp at GLC
‘EJ Ballers’, under the direction of Algoma University men’s basketball coach Etienne Jacquet, will be holding an ‘August Day Camp’ at the George Leach Centre.
…[read more]Batchewana election results
Dean Sayers has been re-elected as chief of Batchewana First Nation in rather convincing fashion.
Sayers totaled 424 votes to outdistance challengers Teala Nadjiwon and Peter Sewell.
…[read more]Big money for Sault Airport
Sault Ste. Marie member of parliament Terry Sheehan has confirmed more than $2.15 million in financial support for the Sault Ste. Marie Airport Development Corporation.
A non-repayable contribution, the $2.15 million will help to mitigate the financial pressures brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic by supporting the operations of the Sault airport for a one year. The project is expected to help maintain 13 local jobs.
…[read more]Museum invites young artists
The Sault Ste. Marie Museum is inviting youth from the ages of 10 to 16 to register for a summer long, Saturday morning workshop series that draws on its current exhibition, Art and Artifact.
…[read more]Patio bar at Tazzi’s
Another outdoor patio bar has opened in the Sault’s downtown.
Tazzi’s Cafe is located at 478 Queen Street East, between Spring and March.
…[read more]Step 3 of Ontario’s reopening
Premier Doug Ford has given the go-ahead for Ontario to move into Stage 3 of its reopening plan this beginning this Friday, July 16. Under Step 3 of Ontario’s reopening plan, the following activities are allowed.
…[read more]Sault smiles … with Nadia
(EDITOR’S NOTE: A regular feature in which we share many of the smiles that help make the Sault a friendly place to do business.)
…[read more]Extended hours at Broers
There is now more outdoor patio time at Broers Jansen.
The popular wine bar, which also serves up cold beer and other refreshments, has extended its hours of operation for the summer season.
…[read more]Steel of a deal for ASI
Algoma Steel Inc. now has more potential to become the “greenest” flat-rolled steel producer in Canada.
That aim received a significant boost on Monday with the Government of Canada’s commitment of up to $420 million in financial support.
Wear orange on July 1
Sault Business Matters has received a statement from the Anishinabek Nation that asks all Canadians to stand in solidarity with First Nations communities on Canada Day this year. A full statement from Garden River First Nation reads as follows.
…[read more]Outdoor dining at Gliss
We have this from Gliss.
That is, the popular downtown restaurant has its outdoor patio set up in front of the building at 133 Spring Street.
…[read more]Ontario moving into 2nd stage
Mark down the date.
Ontario will move into the second stage of its reopening plan on Wednesday, June 30, which is a few days ahead of schedule.
…[read more]Sault smiles … at local brewery
Northern Superior Brewing Co., which has property aplenty on lower Pim Street adjacent to the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre, recently opened its new outdoor patio bar.
Northern Superior features its wide variety of popular craft beer options, as seen in this photo with the always friendly bartender.
…[read more]National Indigenous Peoples Day
Sault Business Matters has received the following statement from Mayor Christian Provenzano relative to National Indigenous Peoples Day.
…[read more]Ringette award winners
Take a bow, people.
Sault Ringette Club saluted several individuals in a recent, end of season, virtual awards event.
…[read more]Indigenous History Month
The Sault Ste. Marie Museum is partnering with the Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre to present a virtual film screening and community discussion for Indigenous History Month.
…[read more]New chief is from Manitoulin
Former Anishinabek Nation grand chief Glen Hare has been elected as Ontario regional chief. The appointment came during the 47th annual All Ontario Chiefs Conference.
…[read more]Police bike patrols downtown
Sault Ste. Marie Police Service has set up its bike patrol as part of the downtown enforcement strategy. The bicycle unit will patrol the downtown core regularly.
…[read more]Day camps from FBFM
Fit Bodies Fit Minds day camps are back, Sault Business Matters has confirmed.
The camps are limited to 12 children per camp, ages 5-12 years old. Camps are Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sault smiles with this sweetie
Check out this happy little girl!
Three year old sweetie, Brinley, is our latest “Sault smiles” feature.
…[read more]Remembering Michael Doan
Family members, friends, former teachers and teammates once again showed their support for the annual Michael Doan Memorial Golf Tournament that was held on Saturday at Crimson Ridge in Sault Ste. Marie.
…[read more]Outdoor dining at Marconi
Fans, new and old, of the Marconi Cultural Event Centre should be happy to know that outdoor patio dining is coming to the venerable Albert Street West eatery.
Trevor Zachary, who is the new general manager and director of hospitality at the Marconi, confirmed the operating hours to Sault Business Matters.
…[read more]Ready for patio bars, beers
As many of us anticipate the imminent opening of outdoor patios relative to the go ahead from the Ontario government, the Sault’s downtown area will feature at least 10 licensed outlets that we know of, including some new ones.
…[read more]‘Great Giving Challenge’
During the month of June, Grocer 4 Good and Northern Credit Union will participate in the ‘Great Canadian Giving Challenge.’ It is a summer fundraising campaign put on by ‘Canada Helps.’ Grocer 4 Good is located at 133 Gore Street in the Sault’s downtown area.
…[read more]Better services for mental issues
Ontario’s Progressive Conservative government is supporting the relocation and creation of a new residential withdrawal management services site in Sault Ste. Marie with $343,000 in new ongoing operational funding.
Sault member of provincial parliament Ross Romano confirmed that the funds will support operational expenses such as rent, food plans, laundry and other related operating costs.
…[read more]This is a good sign
Signs. Signs. Everywhere are signs.
There are good signs ahead. At least we hope so.
Perhaps we just need to believe and trust.
…[read more]Fed funding for our youth
To be sure, Canada’s economic recovery depends in a large part on young people being able to get good, well-paying jobs now and into the future. Which is why the Government of Canada continues to make historic investments in our youth, to try to ensure they have the supports and opportunities they need to build long and successful careers.
…[read more]N1 Strategy and Dubreuilville
The Corporation of the Township of Dubreuilville has confirmed a new partnership with N1 Strategy, a division of N1 Solutions Inc. The intent is to guide economic development and tourism initiatives in the community of Dubreuilville.
…[read more]Slam hoopsters off to school
A trio of high performance players from the Steel City Slam basketball team of Sault Ste. Marie have committed to post secondary school programs effective the fall semester.
Bishop Whitmell, Logan Whitmell and Elijah Suffel will all be combining school and basketball. The Whitmell brothers are headed to Sault College while Suffel is off to Nipissing University of North Bay.
…[read more]Central United silent auction
Venerable Central United Church of the Sault will hold its annual silent auction online from Friday, May 28 to Friday, June 4, at 3 p.m.
…[read more]Virtual learning strategy
Ontario’s Progressive Conservative government is transforming virtual learning by investing $870,520 in eight innovative projects at Algoma University and Sault College.
The projects are part of the province’s ‘Virtual Learning Strategy’ with the intention of providing students with more flexibility and access to high-quality post secondary education and retraining opportunities.
…[read more]What’s next for Croatians?
When Croatian immigrants first arrived in Sault Ste. Marie at the turn of the last century, their social gatherings were commonplace. Whether in a home, at a picnic grounds or in a building, one could hear Croatian language spoken, celebrate the food, folklore and traditions, and revel in Croatian culture. In the 1970’s the community incorporated the Canadian Croatian Home Association-Sault Ste. Marie (CCHA-SSM) as a non profit culture and heritage organization and moved from Wellington St. West to a newly built home on Second Line East.
…[read more]Lack of action re vaccines
(EDITOR’S NOTE: Following is an open letter to Sault Ste. Marie member of parliament Terry Sheehan.)
Hello Mr. Sheehan:
I want from you to give a reasonable explanation on why with blessings of the War Memorial Hospital (President David Jahn) with volunteer R.N’s and also the agreement with Canada Customs and American Customs why Health Canada does not back this opportunity for Canadian Sault residents to get their second or even first shots from the excess in Sault, Michigan?
…[read more]Leaf, yard waste pick-up
The City of Sault Ste. Marie has started its annual leaf and yard waste collection. The city is divided in two sections for the purpose of collection every two weeks. A map describing the sections is available on the city’s website.
…[read more]Mouth watering burgers
Many are of the notion that Stackburger serves some of the best burgers in the Sault.
And there is no argument from us that Stackburger is without peer.
…[read more]Spring has sprung winners
The City of Sault Ste. Marie has confirmed the winners of its ‘Spring has Sprung’ contest. See below for the list of winners.
…[read more]Battle of Atlantic ceremony
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25 was the site for a gathering of local officials who recognized those who served our country in what was a victorious Battle of the Atlantic during World War 2.
…[read more]Sault smiles … with Kelly
(EDITOR’S NOTE: A regular feature in which we share many of the smiles that help make the Sault a friendly place to do business.)
…[read more]Rory, Rocco and paid sick days
Rory Ring, who is the chief executive officer of the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce, has teamed up with Ontario Chamber of Commerce boss Rocco Rossi to released a joint statement relative to the Ontario government’s paid sick day program proposal.
…[read more]Fringe North embraces change
Onward and upward.
As was the case with a number of events within the arts and culture sector, 2020 saw the cancellation of what would have been the fourth annual Fringe North Theatre Festival in the Sault.
Now, as the ups and downs of COVID-19 continue to be a challenge, Fringe North is working to try to figure out what can happen relative to the 2021 festival season.
…[read more]NDP ahead of the game
There has been no word from the federal government when the next election might be held.
But in Sault Ste. Marie, the New Democratic Party has confirmed its candidate for the next federal election by tapping local high school teacher Marie Morin-Strom .
…[read more]Three partners align
Missanabie Cree First Nation, N1 Strategy Inc., a division of N1 Solutions Inc., and The Machine Shop have confirmed the signing of a partnership between the three allies.
The affirmation of the partnership comes with multiple opportunities and a proposed plan to incorporate education, tourism, and the Indigenous experience in northern Ontario, according to a press release that was sent to Sault Business Matters.
…[read more]Sault smiles … at Lucy Ro
(EDITOR’S NOTE: A regular feature in which we share many of the smiles that help make the Sault a friendly place to do business.)
…[read more]Environmental town hall
(EDITOR’S NOTE: Following is an excerpt from a release sent to Sault Business Matters relative to the Ontario New Democratic Riding Association and an upcoming environmental town hall event.)
…[read more]Friday features at Gliss
The personable, husband and wife tandem of chef Derek Turner and manager Kristi Turner at Gliss Restaurant on Spring Street in the Sault’s downtown have finalized their Friday feature takeout menu.
Gliss is one of the more popular locally owned and operated restaurants in the Sault and like all small business, can use the support of locals, especially during this latest Ontario emergency shutdown order.
…[read more]Wellness workshops at FBFM
During these challenging times, Fit Bodies. Fit Minds would like to remind local businesses/workplaces that employee well-being is more important than ever.
And FBFM is offering a variety of workshops that can benefit all employees in the connection of mind and body wellness.
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