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CTV News
a day ago
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- CTV News
Watch for kids, buses and don't ‘overshare': OPP
A message from OPP Commissioner Thomas Carrique reminding everyone to have a safe Labour Day long weekend and start of the school year. It is that time of year once again when children are heading back to school and numerous big yellow vehicles will return to the road. To that end, police in northeastern Ontario are reminding both parents and drivers to be safe. Back to school backpacks New backpacks line the hallways at Queen Elizabeth II Public School on the first day back to school. September 6, 2022. (File photo/Chelsea Papineau/CTV New Northern Ontario) Drivers In a news release on Friday, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reminded drivers to keep their eyes on the road and 'not on (their) phone.' Police said to watch for young people walking or biking to and from school and to be prepared for school buses to make frequent stops. The OPP offered the following tips to drivers for the as students return to class: Flashing yellow lights on a school bus means it is preparing to stop, red flashing lights and the stop arm extended mean you must stop, give school buses extra room on the roadway, slow down and use extra caution when traveling through school zones and watch for and obey crossing guards. 'Passing a stopped school bus, with its red lights flashing, puts young lives at risk and means a fine of $400 to $2,000 and six demerit points for a first offence,' said police. School bus Parents Police also reminded parents to remind their children about safety rules when it comes to getting on and off buses, or to always use sidewalks and crosswalks if they are available. School bus Social Media 'Those first-day pics are great to share with family and friends on social media, but criminals can use the opportunity to harvest information from these posts,' the OPP said. Police provided the following tips to 'play it safe' on social media: Remove any mention of a particular school Remove all age and grade information Ensure your privacy settings are set properly Ensure your posts are only being shared with friends you know 'Let's all accept the shared responsibility to make the beginning of the school year a safe and fun event,' said OPP regional media relations coordinator Bill Dickson.
CBC
2 days ago
- Business
- CBC
Northeastern Ontario food banks, health units call for government action to address rising food insecurity
Rates of food insecurity continue to rise in communities across Ontario, including in northeastern Ontario, according to a number of organizations and agencies in the region. Health units, social services agencies and food banks say food insecurity is directly tied to low income and they are calling on the Ontario government to address the issue and set targets to reduce it. In a new report, Algoma Public Health said 17.6 per cent of local households were food insecure between 2021 and 2023 and it found social assistance rates and minimum wage are not enough to cover costs of living. The report highlighted that households receiving social assistance such as Ontario Works (OW) or the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) struggle more with food insecurity, according to Lisa O'Brien, a health promotion specialist with Algoma Public Health. "They're spending a lot. A very high percentage of their income would go to food as well as things like rent, leaving very, very little, if any money left over for other basic necessities," said O'Brien. O'Brien added those receiving social assistance spend between 41 per cent to 80 per cent of their total monthly income on rent alone. At its board meeting on May 28, Algoma Public Health passed a resolution based on the latest report, and is asking the recently re-elected Progressive Conservative government under Doug Ford to recognize and acknowledge food insecurity as an income-based problem that requires income-based solutions. O'Brien said evidence shows that income-based policies and programs, such as adequate social assistance rates, living wages, basic income, and affordable housing are effective solutions to reduce food insecurity. "We really need to focus on the upstream approaches like income based solutions that really prevent people from falling into the water in the first place," said O'Brien. The resolution is being welcomed by local food banks, who said they are seeing an increasing number of people accessing their services, particularly by those on social assistance. "To this point this year, 40 per cent of our clients have been on ODSP and another 28 per cent rely on OW," said Sara McCleary, marketing manager at St. Vincent Place food bank in Sault Ste. Marie. "So that's a pretty good indicator that those rates are not high enough that those people, those families who are relying on social assistance, they're not getting enough to live off of." McCleary said client numbers are going up quickly, with more than 400 people accessing the food bank in the month of May. She added they have not had such a high number in a long time. It's a similar situation being seen by Harvest Algoma. The food rescue organization supplies food banks in the Algoma region, and director David Thompson says he isn't surprised the numbers are going up. "Even after moving about 140,000 pounds of food by this May, that's 50 per cent more than where we were last year, every agency food bank that I speak to still reports record demand and it tells us the real shortage isn't food, it's income," said Thompson. Thompson says government policies aren't doing enough to address the causes of food insecurity, including not raising social assistance or implementing a basic income. Algoma Public Health is not the only health unit asking for measures to be taken to address food insecurity. In 2024, Public Health Sudbury and Districts also asked the provincial government to have a look at the adequacy of social assistance rates when looking at food affordability. The health unit says one in six households in the district are food insecure. Executive director of the Sudbury Food Bank, Dan Xilon, said they receive about 17,000 calls for service each month, with many of the calls from new clients who have never accessed a food bank before. "It's individuals with food insecurity across all areas of the community," said Xilon. "I think that basic income amount has to be looked at across Canada. And I think that would go a long way to alleviating our numbers."
CTV News
6 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Two OPP canine officers have retired this month after years of service in the northeast
Ontario Provincial Police canine handler Const. Barry Kelly show outside the East Algoma detachment with his partner Otis in April 2019. (File photo/Ontario Provincial Police/X) Two Ontario Provincial Police canine officers, Dance and Otis, have retired this month after years of dedicated service in northeastern Ontario. The OPP canine unit is a specialized unit within the organization that utilizes dogs and their handlers to enhance law enforcement operations. These canine teams are deployed for various tasks, including search and rescue, tracking evidence and suspects, and detecting narcotics and explosives. Otis Const. Barry Kelly + Otis Retiring canine officer Otis is shown here on the job with his partner Ontario Provincial Police Const. Barry Kelly in this undated photo. (Ontario Provincial Police/X) Otis, a 10-year-old German Shepherd, spent his career tracking suspects, detecting drugs, and assisting frontline officers in Sault Ste. Marie. In a social media post Wednesday announcing Otis' retirement, OPP praised his commitment to his duty. 'He's always ready to work, but like his handler's other partner, Dance, it's time for a well-earned retirement,' the police service said. 'Thank you, Otis, for your years of dedication and service!' — Ontario Provincial Police Dance OPP Canine Officer Dance Retiried canine officer Dance is shown here focusing on a search in this undated photo (File photo/Ontario Provincial Police/X) Earlier this month, on May 13, OPP announced Dance's retirement – the eight-year-old black Lab, was one of the police service's first Wilderness Search and Rescue dogs. Dance specialized in locating missing persons and human remains. 'Her determination and skills have made a lasting impact,' OPP said in a social media post announcing her retirement. 'Thank you, Dance, for your incredible service. Enjoy your well-deserved rest!' — Ontario Provincial Police Dedicated partners OPP Const. Barry Kelly Ontario Provincial Police canine handler Const. Barry Kelly at Crime Stoppers of Sault Ste. Marie & Algoma District's 2024 Peace Officer of the Year awards gala where he was honoured on May 15, 2024. (File photo/Supplied/Crime Stoppers of Sault Ste. Marie & Algoma District) Both dogs worked alongside OPP canine handler Const. Barry Kelly – an officer with more than 30 years of experience. Const. Barry Kelly + Timber Canine officer Timber shown here with his life-time handler Ontario Provincial Police Const. Barry Kelly in this undated black and white image. (File photo/Ontario Provincial Police/X) Const. Kelly's former partner, Timber, retired in 2017 and lived with him, Dance and Otis until his passing in October 2023. The service has not stated where Otis or Dance will live in retirement, but most canine officers remain with their handlers when possible or move in with adoptive families.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mayfair Gold Signs All Major Engineering Contracts to Advance 2025 Fenn-Gib Pre-Feasibility Study
Ausenco Engineering Canada ULC to Lead Pre-Feasibility Study and focus on Process Plant design and Metallurgical test work AGP Mining Consultants Inc. to advance mine planning and the mineral reserve estimate Knight Piésold Ltd. to advance tailings design and water management Environment Application Group Inc. to continue advancing environmental baseline work to support the Ontario Provincial Permitting Process VANCOUVER, BC , May 26, 2025 /CNW/ - Mayfair Gold Corp. ("Mayfair", "Mayfair Gold" or the "Company") (TSXV:MFG) (OTCQX:MFGCF) is pleased to announce that it has executed all required contracts with the major engineering companies that will participate in the Pre-Feasibility Study ("PFS") on the Fenn-Gib Gold Project in Northeastern Ontario ("Fenn-Gib" or the "Project"). The PFS is expected to be completed towards the end of 2025. The PFS will evaluate and outline the design, costs and economic potential for Fenn-Gib based on a conventional open-pit mining operation and gold processing plant, with a targeted throughput of 4,800 tonne-per-day ("tpd") capacity. The study will also provide detail on the necessary site and regional infrastructure required to bring the project into production. Focusing on a 4,800 tpd design allows Mayfair to: Focus on the higher-grade near surface mineralization at Fenn-Gib; Reduce the potential scale of the upfront initial capital cost to get into production; Develop Fenn-Gib on a shorter construction timeline, which is expected to help mitigate inflationary pressures and potential for delays relative to a larger development; and Provides a clear provincial permitting pathway for the Company to transition into a new Canadian Gold Producer. Ausenco Engineering Canada ULC will lead the PFS, with a primary focus on process plant design and metallurgical testing. Several consulting firms will contribute to various aspects of the study: AGP Mining Consultants Inc. will handle mine planning and the mineral reserve estimate; Knight Piésold Ltd., based in North Bay, will advance tailings and water management; and Terracon Geotechnique and Environmental Applications Group Inc. will oversee site geotechnical and environmental studies, respectively. Additional scope will be advanced by TBT Engineering for the planned highway 101 diversion and TWD Engineering for the site power supply work. Nick Campbell, Chief Executive Officer of Mayfair Gold, stated, "We have engaged with an outstanding group of consultants with established track records of achievement in the mining sector to support the Mayfair team and advance the Pre-Feasibility Study for the Fenn-Gib Gold Project near Timmins, Ontario. These firms, along with the Mayfair team, key equipment manufacturers and construction contractors, will be vital in advancing the Project designs with their expertise to help position Fenn-Gib as a shovel-ready project on an accelerated timeline. Mayfair is positioning itself to be a nimble gold development company, focusing on a smaller, higher-grade, higher margin mine development that can be permitted and built to take advantage of the strong current Canadian gold price market. Through this approach, Mayfair can mitigate the upfront capital requirements, reduce execution risk and accelerate cash flow generation. This lower risk approach should provide Mayfair with the time and capital required to consider a longer-term project scope that considers the entire 4.3 million ounce indicated gold resource in the future. We anticipate the PFS to be complete by year-end 2025, with the Ontario permitting timelines allowing for a construction decision as early as three-years from now." The execution of contracts with engineering consultants is an important step towards advancing Fenn-Gib; however, Mayfair is also committed to meaningful engagement with the local communities of Matheson, Timmins and the regional Indigenous Communities. Specifically, the Fenn-Gib project is roughly 10 kilometers from the community of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, therefore, Mayfair has a special focus on collaborating with this Nation. This collaboration will be guided by principles of robust environmental stewardship and high-quality design, ensuring that the Project is developed responsibly, with sustainability and respect for the local ecosystem and community at its core. About Mayfair Gold Mayfair Gold is a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on advancing the 100% controlled Fenn-Gib gold project in the Timmins region of Northern Ontario. The Fenn-Gib gold deposit is Mayfair's flagship asset and currently hosts an updated NI 43-101 open pit constrained mineral resource estimate with an effective date of September 3, 2024 with a total Indicated Resource of 181.3M tonnes containing 4.3M ounces at a grade of 0.74 g/t Au and an Inferred Resource of 8.92M tonnes containing 0.14M ounces at a grade of 0.49 g/t Au at a 0.30 g/t Au cut-off grade. Please see the Company's news release dated September 10, 2024, for further information. The scientific and technical content of this news release was reviewed, verified, and approved by Drew Anwyll, Chief Operating Officer of the Company, and a Qualified Person as defined by Canadian Securities Administrators' National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101"). Cautionary Notes to U.S. Investors Concerning Resource Estimates. This news release has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the securities laws in effect in Canada, which differ from the requirements of the U.S. securities laws. In particular, and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the terms "inferred mineral resources," "indicated mineral resources" and "mineral resources" used or referenced in this news release are Canadian mineral disclosure terms as defined in accordance with NI 43-101 under the guidelines set out in the 2014 Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum Standards for Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves, Definitions and Guidelines, May 2014 (the "CIM Standards"). The CIM Standards differ from the mineral property disclosure requirements of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") in Regulation S-K Subpart 1300 (the "SEC Modernization Rules") under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). As a foreign private issuer that is eligible to file reports with the SEC pursuant to the multijurisdictional disclosure system, the Company is not required to provide disclosure on its mineral properties under the SEC Modernization Rules and will continue to provide disclosure under NI 43-101 and the CIM Standards. Accordingly, the Company's disclosure of mineralization and other technical information may differ significantly from the information that would be disclosed had the Company prepared the information under the standards adopted under the SEC Modernization Rules. Forward Looking Information This news release contains forward-looking information which reflects management's expectations regarding the Company's growth, results of operations, performance and business prospects and opportunities. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the design, development and execution of the Fenn-Gib Gold Project, the timing for completion of the PFS, the advancement of the Fenn-Gib Gold Project to operation and the timing thereof, the advancing of environmental approvals, permits and project designs, mitigate the upfront capital requirements, reduce execution risk and accelerate cash flow generation the ability of the Company to mitigate upfront capital requirements, reduce execution risk and accelerate cash flow generation, and the ability of the Company to commence detailed engineering work immediately following completion of the PFS. Forward-looking information is based on various reasonable assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management; the assumed long-term price of gold; that the Company can access financing, appropriate equipment and sufficient labour; and that the political environment where the Company operates will continue to support the development and operation of mining projects. Should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, or one or more of the risks and uncertainties described below materialize, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information is subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking information, including, without limitation, risks and uncertainties relating to foreign currency fluctuations; risks inherent in mining including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected geological formations, ground control problems and flooding; delays or the inability to obtain necessary governmental permits or financing; risks associated with the estimation of mineral resources and reserves and the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits; the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; the potential for and effects of labor disputes or other unanticipated difficulties with or shortages of labor; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; actual ore mined varying from estimates of grade, tonnage, dilution and metallurgical and other characteristics; the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses, gold price fluctuations; uncertain political and economic environments; and changes in laws or policies. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review the forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required under applicable securities laws. The forward-looking statements reflect management's beliefs, opinions and projections as of the date of this news release. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange ("TSXV") nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. SOURCE Mayfair Gold Corp. View original content: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
26-05-2025
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Mayfair Gold Signs All Major Engineering Contracts to Advance 2025 Fenn-Gib Pre-Feasibility Study
Ausenco Engineering Canada ULC to Lead Pre-Feasibility Study and focus on Process Plant design and Metallurgical test work AGP Mining Consultants Inc. to advance mine planning and the mineral reserve estimate Knight Piésold Ltd. to advance tailings design and water management Environment Application Group Inc. to continue advancing environmental baseline work to support the Ontario Provincial Permitting Process VANCOUVER, BC , May 26, 2025 /CNW/ - Mayfair Gold Corp. ("Mayfair", "Mayfair Gold" or the "Company") (TSXV:MFG) (OTCQX:MFGCF) is pleased to announce that it has executed all required contracts with the major engineering companies that will participate in the Pre-Feasibility Study ("PFS") on the Fenn-Gib Gold Project in Northeastern Ontario ("Fenn-Gib" or the "Project"). The PFS is expected to be completed towards the end of 2025. The PFS will evaluate and outline the design, costs and economic potential for Fenn-Gib based on a conventional open-pit mining operation and gold processing plant, with a targeted throughput of 4,800 tonne-per-day ("tpd") capacity. The study will also provide detail on the necessary site and regional infrastructure required to bring the project into production. Focusing on a 4,800 tpd design allows Mayfair to: Focus on the higher-grade near surface mineralization at Fenn-Gib; Reduce the potential scale of the upfront initial capital cost to get into production; Develop Fenn-Gib on a shorter construction timeline, which is expected to help mitigate inflationary pressures and potential for delays relative to a larger development; and Provides a clear provincial permitting pathway for the Company to transition into a new Canadian Gold Producer. Ausenco Engineering Canada ULC will lead the PFS, with a primary focus on process plant design and metallurgical testing. Several consulting firms will contribute to various aspects of the study: AGP Mining Consultants Inc. will handle mine planning and the mineral reserve estimate; Knight Piésold Ltd., based in North Bay, will advance tailings and water management; and Terracon Geotechnique and Environmental Applications Group Inc. will oversee site geotechnical and environmental studies, respectively. Additional scope will be advanced by TBT Engineering for the planned highway 101 diversion and TWD Engineering for the site power supply work. Nick Campbell, Chief Executive Officer of Mayfair Gold, stated, "We have engaged with an outstanding group of consultants with established track records of achievement in the mining sector to support the Mayfair team and advance the Pre-Feasibility Study for the Fenn-Gib Gold Project near Timmins, Ontario. These firms, along with the Mayfair team, key equipment manufacturers and construction contractors, will be vital in advancing the Project designs with their expertise to help position Fenn-Gib as a shovel-ready project on an accelerated timeline. Mayfair is positioning itself to be a nimble gold development company, focusing on a smaller, higher-grade, higher margin mine development that can be permitted and built to take advantage of the strong current Canadian gold price market. Through this approach, Mayfair can mitigate the upfront capital requirements, reduce execution risk and accelerate cash flow generation. This lower risk approach should provide Mayfair with the time and capital required to consider a longer-term project scope that considers the entire 4.3 million ounce indicated gold resource in the future. We anticipate the PFS to be complete by year-end 2025, with the Ontario permitting timelines allowing for a construction decision as early as three-years from now." The execution of contracts with engineering consultants is an important step towards advancing Fenn-Gib; however, Mayfair is also committed to meaningful engagement with the local communities of Matheson, Timmins and the regional Indigenous Communities. Specifically, the Fenn-Gib project is roughly 10 kilometers from the community of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, therefore, Mayfair has a special focus on collaborating with this Nation. This collaboration will be guided by principles of robust environmental stewardship and high-quality design, ensuring that the Project is developed responsibly, with sustainability and respect for the local ecosystem and community at its core. About Mayfair Gold Mayfair Gold is a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on advancing the 100% controlled Fenn-Gib gold project in the Timmins region of Northern Ontario. The Fenn-Gib gold deposit is Mayfair's flagship asset and currently hosts an updated NI 43-101 open pit constrained mineral resource estimate with an effective date of September 3, 2024 with a total Indicated Resource of 181.3M tonnes containing 4.3M ounces at a grade of 0.74 g/t Au and an Inferred Resource of 8.92M tonnes containing 0.14M ounces at a grade of 0.49 g/t Au at a 0.30 g/t Au cut-off grade. Please see the Company's news release dated September 10, 2024, for further information. The scientific and technical content of this news release was reviewed, verified, and approved by Drew Anwyll, Chief Operating Officer of the Company, and a Qualified Person as defined by Canadian Securities Administrators' National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101"). Cautionary Notes to U.S. Investors Concerning Resource Estimates. This news release has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the securities laws in effect in Canada, which differ from the requirements of the U.S. securities laws. In particular, and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the terms "inferred mineral resources," "indicated mineral resources" and "mineral resources" used or referenced in this news release are Canadian mineral disclosure terms as defined in accordance with NI 43-101 under the guidelines set out in the 2014 Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum Standards for Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves, Definitions and Guidelines, May 2014 (the "CIM Standards"). The CIM Standards differ from the mineral property disclosure requirements of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") in Regulation S-K Subpart 1300 (the "SEC Modernization Rules") under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). As a foreign private issuer that is eligible to file reports with the SEC pursuant to the multijurisdictional disclosure system, the Company is not required to provide disclosure on its mineral properties under the SEC Modernization Rules and will continue to provide disclosure under NI 43-101 and the CIM Standards. Accordingly, the Company's disclosure of mineralization and other technical information may differ significantly from the information that would be disclosed had the Company prepared the information under the standards adopted under the SEC Modernization Rules. Forward Looking Information This news release contains forward-looking information which reflects management's expectations regarding the Company's growth, results of operations, performance and business prospects and opportunities. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the design, development and execution of the Fenn-Gib Gold Project, the timing for completion of the PFS, the advancement of the Fenn-Gib Gold Project to operation and the timing thereof, the advancing of environmental approvals, permits and project designs, mitigate the upfront capital requirements, reduce execution risk and accelerate cash flow generation the ability of the Company to mitigate upfront capital requirements, reduce execution risk and accelerate cash flow generation, and the ability of the Company to commence detailed engineering work immediately following completion of the PFS. Forward-looking information is based on various reasonable assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management; the assumed long-term price of gold; that the Company can access financing, appropriate equipment and sufficient labour; and that the political environment where the Company operates will continue to support the development and operation of mining projects. Should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, or one or more of the risks and uncertainties described below materialize, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information is subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking information, including, without limitation, risks and uncertainties relating to foreign currency fluctuations; risks inherent in mining including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected geological formations, ground control problems and flooding; delays or the inability to obtain necessary governmental permits or financing; risks associated with the estimation of mineral resources and reserves and the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits; the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; the potential for and effects of labor disputes or other unanticipated difficulties with or shortages of labor; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; actual ore mined varying from estimates of grade, tonnage, dilution and metallurgical and other characteristics; the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses, gold price fluctuations; uncertain political and economic environments; and changes in laws or policies. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review the forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required under applicable securities laws. The forward-looking statements reflect management's beliefs, opinions and projections as of the date of this news release. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange ("TSXV") nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. SOURCE Mayfair Gold Corp. View original content:
