Mark Zelinski launches his new book, Niagara Escarpment, with events on the Chi-Cheemaun and Manitoulin Island May 15–17, featuring photography and Indigenous ceremonies.

Assiginack Public School held its 3rd Annual Art Show, featuring visual arts and poetry. Principal Julie Balen praised student creativity, highlighting recycled art projects curated by Holly Hoy.

Gordon/Barrie Island approved a 4.3% tax increase. Reeve Lee Hayden cited flood damage to roads and high winter snowplowing costs as key drivers, with no service cuts planned for the year.

Central Manitoulin's Integrity Commissioner cleared Councillor J. Bisaillon of all allegations in four reports. Council is now debating how to curb the taxpayer costs of unfounded complaints.

Manitoulin Transport rose to 10th place on the 2026 list of Canada’s largest carriers. The company climbed four spots after expanding its fleet by 1,874 units over the past year.

Ontario will receive the first portion of an $8.5 billion child welfare settlement on May 29. Despite a federal judicial review, leaders are demanding the funds to support Indigenous self-determination.

Wiikwemkoong leadership announced that serious offenders face a two-year removal from the territory to combat drug violence. While aimed at safety, some worry it risks further displacing vulnerable members.

Loblaws clarified that rumors about its Manitoulin stores are false. While an ownership transition is underway in Little Current, both stores remain fully operational under interim leadership.