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Ontario Northern Economic Development and Growth @NorthON

An official account of Ontario’s Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth. Terms of use ontario.ca/social. En français @ONnord

Joined April 2009
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(1/2) Thinking about exploring northern Ontario? Interested in wildlife experiences? Plan a trip to Cochrane! 📸: Town of Cochrane
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(2/2) Visit the Cochrane Polar Bear Habitat and see one of Canada’s most iconic animals up close. While you're there, check out the Heritage Village and the Snowmobile Museum.
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ON Colleges, Universities, Research & Security
@ONtrainandstudy
Jun 12
Northern Ontario is growing, and we’re ensuring communities have highly skilled workers to plan for a strong, prosperous future. Ontario is investing more than $2.8M to open a new Bachelor of Community Planning program at Nipissing University. More: bit.ly/4e6Wkc3
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NOHFC@NOHFC
Jun 12
The @ONgov is investing over $2 million through the @NOHFC to support three projects in the Algoma-Manitoulin region, helping to revitalize municipal infrastructure. Learn more: nohfc-en.visitlink.me/QyusKN @NorthON Photo credit: Batchewana First Nation
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Ontario Northern Economic Development and Growth
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Jun 12
Manitoulin and the Islands is a story worth discovering when exploring the North! In Providence Bay, get fish and chips, grab coffee, browse shops and see an unforgettable sunset over Lake Huron. 📸: Municipality of Central Manitoulin
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(1/3) Reminder: On Monday @NorthON is hosting a webinar exploring Finland’s mining environment!
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(2/3) The session will dig into Finland, providing insights for northern mining supply and services companies to discover new prospects, build connections and access international markets.
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(3/3) Details: 📅Date: June 15 ⏰Time: 8 to 9 a.m. EDT / 3 to 4 p.m. EEST 💻Register: north-on-en.visitlink.me/AOY…
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Ontario Northern Economic Development and Growth
@NorthON
Jun 10
When exploring northern Ontario, visit Sudbury! There’s lots to do here: 🤳take a picture at the Big Nickel 🎭enjoy a performance at YES Theatre Refettorio 🧪discover the wonders of science at @ScienceNorth 🍽️get food and drinks at local hot spots 📸: @GreaterSudbury
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Ontario Northern Economic Development and Growth
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Jun 10
The Canadian Mining Expo is on today and tomorrow in Timmins! Minister Pirie will be at the event, speaking to how the @ONgov is creating jobs and supporting economic growth in northern Ontario by investing in the mining sector.
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Ontario Northern Economic Development and Growth
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Jun 9
Communities like Killarney are why so many people choose to explore northern Ontario! Visit the Killarney East Lighthouse and the Big Dipper, the world’s largest paddle. Also, treat yourself to tasty food along the waterfront. 📸: Municipality of Killarney
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Indigenous Affairs and Economic Reconciliation@IndigenousON
Jun 4
🎉June is National Indigenous History Month 🎉 This month is about celebrating the vibrant cultures, stories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples – past, present and future. (1/3)
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Indigenous Affairs and Economic Reconciliation@IndigenousON
Jun 5
National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to get involved and learn about Indigenous heritage, cultures, languages, and more. Read Minister Greg Rickford's message and explore ways to take part this month. #NIHM2026: news.ontario.ca/en/statement…
“June marks National Indigenous History Month — a time to celebrate the vibrant cultures, histories and achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples throughout Ontario and across Turtle Island.” Greg Rickford Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation and Minister Responsible for Ring of Fire Economic and Community Partnerships

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Indigenous Affairs and Economic Reconciliation@IndigenousON
Jun 5
June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day. On this day, many Indigenous communities come together to celebrate with music, dance, art and gatherings across Ontario and Canada. Find an event to attend near you: ontario.ca/page/national-ind…
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Ontario Seniors@SeniorsON
Jun 5
Ontario proudly celebrates 60 years of Seniors Active Living Centre programs this #SeniorsMonth2026! With more than 400 programs across the province, find the one near you today: Ontario.ca/SeniorsCentre Read the descriptive transcript for this video: transcript.ontarionewsroom.c…
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Ontario Northern Economic Development and Growth
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Jun 9
Northern Ontario is home to vibrant businesses! #DYK that since June 2018, the @ONgov has invested more than $134 million through the @NOHFC’s Invest North – Grow program to support over 300 business expansion projects? Learn more: north-on-en.visitlink.me/t5y…
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Ontario Ministry of Transportation
@ONtransport
Jun 8
(1/2) Ontario is upgrading Highway 17 from Echo Bay to Highway 548 to improve road safety and support economic growth in the North. The project includes almost 17 km of highway resurfacing and bridge replacements along this key section of the Trans-Canada Highway.
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(1/2) 📢Attention📢 Interested in mining opportunities in Finland? If you are a mining supply and services company in northern Ontario, @NorthON is hosting a webinar for you!
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(2/2) Join us on June 15 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. EDT (3 p.m. to 4 p.m. EEST) to learn about exciting mining opportunities in Finland. Register now: north-on-en.visitlink.me/XhN…
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(1/2) Let’s wrap up the week with great trails to explore in northern Ontario! Experience ancient forests along the trails at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park near Thunder Bay and walk through memorable meadows on the Group of Seven Lake Superior Trail in Marathon.
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(2/2) 📸: Town of Marathon
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