Caregivers info session
Join the Ontario Caregiver Organization and the Sault Ste. Marie Public Library for an information session for caregivers on April 30.
…[read more]PUC & Twinkie Foundation
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from PUC Services Inc. relative to its association with the Twinkie Foundation.
…[read more]Hey, hey City Meat Market!
We have the latest scoop on City Meat Market. Sault Business Matters has received the following message from Anthony Celli and Ernesto DiBerardino, who own the popular City Meat Market, which is located in the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]$ for small craft harbours
Small craft harbours are the heart of many coastal communities, bringing people together in work and play, while supporting jobs in the fish and seafood industry for over 45,000 Canadians.
…[read more]A message from Ojas
We here at Sault Business Matters have received the following message from the good folks of Ojas Restaurant in the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]Want to help Troy’s Trail?
The good folks from Troy’s Trails are reaching out and looking for local businesses or organizations who would like to sponsor them for their upcoming — and 14th annual — Troy’s Trail walk for hydrocephalus and spina bifida. Your contribution will help them cover the cost of this event. See below for details.
…[read more]PUC and World Water Day
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from PUC Services Inc. relative to World Water Day.
…[read more]Message from Terry Sheehan
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following message from Sault Member of Parliament Terry Sheehan relative to Mark Carney being chosen as the new leader of the Liberal Party of Canada:
…[read more]Message from Mark Carney
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following message from the new leader of the Liberal Party of Canada:
…[read more]LVA sends a message
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following message from Lisa Vezeau-Allen, the New Democratic Party candidate who came within 115 votes of taking the Sault Ste. Marie riding from the incumbent Progressive Conservatives at the recent Ontario provincial election.
…[read more]Shoemaker talks tariffs
Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker has issued the following statement on the decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to levy tariffs on goods entering the United States from Canada.
…[read more]Sheehan and tourism support
Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, has announced a total FedNor investment of $677,719 in six projects in support of the tourism industry in Algoma region and Northern Ontario.
…[read more]Shop Main Street Canada
Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the Sault Downtown Association relative to the Shop Main Street Canada initiative and nationwide movement.
…[read more]Sault-Windsor Mayors Alliance
To be sure, Canada and the United States have historically had a strong, mutually beneficial trade relationship. Border towns such as Sault Ste. Marie and Windsor are prime examples. And united they stand.
…[read more]Meet, greet Vezeau-Allen
Sault Ste. Marie and District Labour Council is sponsoring a ‘Meet and Greet’ with the local New Democratic Party candidate for the upcoming Ontario provincial election. The event will be held on Tuesday of this week from 7-8 p.m.
…[read more]Coldest night drawing near
Sault Business Matters has received the following media release relative to the upcoming Coldest Night of the Year event slated for Saturday, February 22.
…[read more]Buy local, buy Canadian
Sault Business Matters has received the following statement from Sault member of parliament Terry Sheehan relative to the ongoing tariff saga.
…[read more]Terry Sheehan and the tariffs
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following statement from Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie.
…[read more]Bon Soo Blues Night X 6
Juno nominee Spencer Mackenzie will headline the Sault Blues Society’s sixth annual Bon Soo Blues Night. Mackenzie is slated to play in the all-ages show at The Machine Shop on Monday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.
…[read more]We have LVA for the NDP
Ward 2 city councillor Lisa Vezeau-Allen will run as the New Democratic Party candidate for the Sault Ste. Marie riding at the looming Ontario provincial election which is slated for February 27.
…[read more]Housing Accelerator Fund
To make progress towards solving the housing crisis we need to build more homes at prices that Canadians can afford, faster. To do this we need to end restrictive zoning and speed up permitting, and add greater density, especially near transit and post-secondary institutions.
…[read more]Homeless Addiction Hub
The Ontario government is helping create safer communities and supporting people struggling with addiction and mental health issues in Sault Ste. Marie by building a new Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub.
…[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]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]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]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]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]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]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.
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