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Matt Prokopchuk, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Matt Prokopchuk, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Matt joins the Newswatch team after more than 15 years working in print and broadcast media in Thunder Bay, where he was born and raised. A lover of music, he refuses to part with his (still growing) CD collection.

He covers civic issues in Northwestern Ontario under the Local Journalism Initiative, which is funded by the Government of Canada.

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Recent Work by Matt

Nishnawbe Aski Nation deputy grand chief cleared of misconduct

Nishnawbe Aski Nation deputy grand chief cleared of misconduct

The lawyer for Bobby Narcisse says NAN chiefs discussed the matter at the 2025 Keewaywin Conference and determined “the matter was concluded.”
Far north tourism camp owners hoping for post-pandemic rebound

Far north tourism camp owners hoping for post-pandemic rebound

First Nations economic development officials market remote fishing excursions, primarily to U.S.-based clients, but some say business has dried up since COVID-19.
Blue-green algae bloom at North Shore beach is a first, health unit says

Blue-green algae bloom at North Shore beach is a first, health unit says

A cyanobacteria bloom was confirmed at Hattie Cove in Pukaskwa National Park.
‘Not a done deal:’ anti-nuclear advocates urging public to stay engaged

‘Not a done deal:’ anti-nuclear advocates urging public to stay engaged

The Nuclear Waste Management Organization wrapped up two information sessions in Dryden, public comment period still open.
Northern roadside attraction to be fixed up — but not this year

Northern roadside attraction to be fixed up — but not this year

Greenstone has set aside over $200,000 for structural and outer-surface work on the Beardmore Snowman on Highway 11.
Fuel tanks to be removed, upgrades coming to northern marina

Fuel tanks to be removed, upgrades coming to northern marina

Greenstone has budgeted a combined $80,000 to fix up docking facilities at High Hill Harbour and to remove unused fuel tanks.
UPDATED: Grand Chief says NAN wasn’t notified about provincial consultation session

UPDATED: Grand Chief says NAN wasn’t notified about provincial consultation session

Alvin Fiddler made the remarks Tuesday afternoon during the 2025 Keewaywin Conference.
It's final: Greenstone council passes bylaw renaming Longlac road

It's final: Greenstone council passes bylaw renaming Longlac road

A report to council says costs associated with officially renaming Indian Road to Nishnabe Miikena “should be minimal.”
Construction in progress to repair Webequie’s airport

Construction in progress to repair Webequie’s airport

The terminal building was badly damaged by fire in April, and two teens were charged.
Nipigon to spend about $10M to upgrade its water system

Nipigon to spend about $10M to upgrade its water system

A draft drinking water system financial plan covering the next 20 years was presented to Nipigon council in July.
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