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Sudbury's Big Nickel turns 60

By Ian Campbell

Published: July 22, 2024 at 6:01AM EDT

Sudbury's Big Nickel turns 60 The dream of a then 28-year-old firefighter became Sudbury's iconic Big Nickel. Ian Campbell shares the story as the landmark turns 60.

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Climate & Environment

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