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Mike Stimpson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Mike Stimpson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

After working at newspapers across the Prairies, Mike found where he belongs when he moved to Northwestern Ontario. He covers regional issues across Northwestern Ontario under the Local Journalism Initiative, which is funded by the Government of Canada.

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Recent Work by Mike

Strong mayor powers 'a tool in our toolbox,' Kenora's Poirier says

Strong mayor powers 'a tool in our toolbox,' Kenora's Poirier says

Kenora council discussed strong mayor powers in mid-April, and Poirier discussed it with Newswatch during the 2025 NOMA conference.
Fort Frances mayor raises border concern at NOMA conference

Fort Frances mayor raises border concern at NOMA conference

Mayor Andrew Hallikas asked if the province will increase the presence of OPP and conservation officers on Ontario boundary waters.
Marathon mayor takes NOMA helm

Marathon mayor takes NOMA helm

Rick Dumas, a longtime NOMA board member, replaces eight-year president Wendy Landry.
First Nations declare opposition to nuclear waste project

First Nations declare opposition to nuclear waste project

A deep geological repository would be bad news for the environment and people of Northwestern Ontario, according to the AKRC.
Still no date set for Wabigoon Lake nuclear vote

Still no date set for Wabigoon Lake nuclear vote

Wabigoon Lake’s traditional territory includes a site under consideration for a multi-billion-dollar project to construct a nuclear waste repository.
Activists slam Ignace’s nuclear willingness process

Activists slam Ignace’s nuclear willingness process

Ignace residents “were asked an oblique question” in their April 26-30 community vote, says a Nuclear Free North volunteer.
Chiefs say First Nations have a ‘broken relationship’ with police

Chiefs say First Nations have a ‘broken relationship’ with police

Shibogama First Nations Council called for action in a joint statement on the shooting death of Bruce Frogg in a Kenora park.
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