Nominate a young professional
Strive Young Professionals Group and the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce have again teamed up and are calling for nominations for the ninth annual Algoma Visionary Awards.
…[read more]PUC and Christmas Cheer
This holiday season, PUC Services Inc. is teaming up with Christmas Cheer to help brighten the holidays for families in need through a Toy Drive and E-Billing fundraiser.
…[read more]Library story time, crafts
James L McIntyre Centennial Library, located on the corner of East and Bay streets in the Sault’s downtown area, holds its Storytime and Crafts program each Wednesday, beginning at 6 p.m.
…[read more]Participate in Santa parade
Ho, ho, ho! Santa’s parade will return to the Sault’s downtown this year on its traditional route. The Rotary Santa Claus Parade will run along Queen Street, from Pim to Gore streets, on Saturday, Nov. 22.
…[read more]Chamber board of directors
Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce has confirmed its board of directors for the 2025–2026 term. The newly elected members will join returning directors and executive officers in guiding the organization’s efforts to support and advocate for the local business community.
…[read more]New GM at KC Security
KC Security Services has confirmed the promotion of Elvis Circi to the role of general manager, effective immediately.
…[read more]Battery energy open house
PUC and partners are inviting residents and stakeholders to attend a community open house to learn more about proposed battery energy storage projects designed to enhance local reliability, support electrification, and improve the efficiency of Sault Ste. Marie’s electricity system.
…[read more]Blue Jays at Downtown Plaza
Fans of the American League champion Toronto Blue Jays can head to the Sault’s downtown and watch Major League Baseball’s World Series on the big screen television.
…[read more]PUC is excited … and more
PUC is excited to announce the first two winners of our PUC Big Bill Credit Draw. Congratulations to Ronald Tombari and Alexandra Rahal for each winning a $250 bill credit for being enrolled in e-billing.
…[read more]Feds assisting Algoma Steel
The global trade landscape is rapidly changing, as the United States fundamentally transforms all its trading relationships. While Canada retains the best overall deal of any U.S. trading partner, with 85% of our trade tariff-free, the impact on key sectors like steel is profound. That is why the government has introduced targeted measures to support Canada’s steel industry, protect Canadian jobs, and strengthen domestic industrial capacity.
…[read more]PUC community open house
PUC and partners of the Sault are inviting residents and stakeholders to attend a community open house to learn more about proposed solar generation projects that aim to enhance local energy resilience and support Ontario’s growing electricity needs.
…[read more]Transition to Island Drug Mart
The GPFD Group has confirmed the acquisition of MacKay’s Pharmacy, a trusted health care provider serving the residents of St. Joseph Island for over three decades.
…[read more]Feds protecting steel workers
Canada’s steel workers are facing serious challenges due to the unjust and unprovoked U.S. tariffs and global trade disruptions. In response, the federal government is taking continued action to protect Canada’s steel workers.
…[read more]Soo Junk Runners
Fences, decks, stair repairs , staining, painting of decks and landscaping are just a few jobs that Soo Junk Runners can take off your list in addition to junk removal, moving services and dump runs.
…[read more]Steel protection measures
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the office of local member of parliament Terry Sheehan relative to Canadian steel protection measures.
…[read more]Seeking theatre nominations
Nominations are now open for individuals who may have made outstanding contributions to Sault Ste. Marie’s theatre community.
…[read more]PUC artwork is downtown
PUC Services Inc. has unveiled four newly wrapped streetlight traffic boxes in the Sault’s downtown core, featuring original artwork created by students from Superior Heights Collegiate & Vocational School.
…[read more]Crime Stoppers golf event
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following message from Crime Stoppers of Sault Ste. Marie relative to its Night Light Golf Tournament.
…[read more]Exciting news from Ojas
They are spicing things up at Ojas in downtown Sault Ste. Marie. Did you know that their beloved plant-based menu just got even more flexible — you can now upgrade to chicken on select dishes.
…[read more]Defending Canadian steel
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following message from Sault Ste. Marie member of parliament Terry Sheehan relative to the “illegal” new steel tariffs announced by the president of the United States.
…[read more]Many years of Moonbeam!
Sault Business Matters has received the following message from Moonbeam Healing relative to its shopping spree giveaway.
…[read more]DSSAB welcomes DiGasparro
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following media release from the District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board.
…[read more]Walk for Tony Martin
Sault Ste. Marie’s Soup Kitchen Community Centre will be holding the third annual Tony Martin Walk for Change “Walk-a-Thon” on Saturday, June 7.
…[read more]This from Grampy D’s
David Poluck, owner and founder of Grampy D’s Original Recipe, is thrilled to share some exciting news about his journey with Grampy D’s Original Recipe.
…[read more]PA Day story time
North Branch Library will host a special PA Day story time at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 9, featuring local author Brent Rouble, who will read his children’s book, Johnny and the Bear and the Giant Pumpkin.
…[read more]This from ‘Yes It Fits’
EDITOR’S NOTE: Sault Business Matters has received the following message from owner Jodie McNabb of Yes It Fits.
…[read more]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 manecafeandlounge@gmail.com. See below for full details.
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