Author: Sophie Mitchell

Province Highlights Investments in Community Programs to Help Seniors Stay Active and Connected Funding Supports Nearly 100 New Seniors Active Living Centre Programs Across Ontario The Ontario government is marking Seniors Month by reaffirming its support for older adults through continued investments in community-based programs designed to help seniors remain active, socially connected and independent. Announced by the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility on June 1, the province said it is investing up to $22.8 million in more than 400 Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) programs across Ontario. The funding includes support for nearly 100 new programs approved during the…

Province Recognizes Farmers, Food Producers and Retailers Supporting Ontario’s Food Supply Chain The Ontario government is marking Local Food Week by recognizing the contributions of farmers, food processors and agribusinesses that continue to strengthen the province’s food supply chain and support economic growth across Ontario communities. Running from June 1 to June 7, Local Food Week highlights the role of Ontario’s agriculture and food sector in maintaining food security, supporting local employment and increasing the province’s long-term economic resilience. The initiative also coincides with the release of the province’s 2026 Local Food Report, which profiles businesses and organizations contributing to…

Edmonton Singer-Songwriter Channels Resilience and Renewal in New Rock Anthem Edmonton-based singer-songwriter Dahlia Wakefield has released her latest single, “Light of the Phoenix,” marking what the artist describes as one of the most personal and defining moments of her two-decade music career. The song, now available on major streaming platforms worldwide, is the fourth single from Wakefield’s forthcoming rock album Phoenix Rising, which is scheduled for release in October 2026 through Skyrocket Records. The release positions Wakefield among a growing number of independent Canadian artists leveraging deeply personal storytelling and strong regional support to build broader national and international audiences.…

Canadian Blues Veterans to Perform in Toronto and London This June Tom Lavin & The Legendary Powder Blues are set to bring their long-running blend of blues, swing, jazz, rock and roll, and rhythm and blues to Ontario audiences later this month with performances scheduled in Toronto and London. The Vancouver-based group will perform at Hugh’s Room Live in Toronto on June 24 before heading to Aeolian Hall in London, Ont., on June 26. Both concerts are scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m., with tickets currently available through the band’s official website. For nearly five decades, Powder Blues has maintained…

Toronto venue to host Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in Concert in March 2027 TORONTO — Roy Thomson Hall will celebrate the enduring popularity of the Harry Potter franchise with a live orchestral presentation of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in Concert in March 2027, as part of the global “25 Years of Magic” celebration tied to the film series. The Toronto performances are scheduled for March 19 and March 20, 2027, featuring a live orchestra performing John Williams’ acclaimed score while the full film is screened in high-definition on a 40-foot screen. The event is…

GRAMMY-winning ensemble to perform at Allied Music Centre venue as part of international touring schedule Tickets go on sale June 5 through Massey Hall box office and TD Music Hall website (TORONTO – June 1, 2026) — New Orleans jazz-funk pioneers The Dirty Dozen Brass Band are set to perform in Toronto later this year, with a scheduled appearance at TD Music Hall on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, as part of their ongoing international touring calendar. Presented by Massey Hall, the concert will bring the GRAMMY Award-winning ensemble to the 500-capacity downtown Toronto venue located within Allied Music Centre at…

Grammy-Winning Jazz Vocalist to Make First Appearance With TSO in Toronto The Toronto live music calendar will welcome one of jazz’s fastest-rising stars later this year as Roy Thomson Hall and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra announced that Grammy Award-winning vocalist Samara Joy will perform in Toronto on December 2, 2026. The concert, scheduled for Wednesday, December 2 at Roy Thomson Hall, marks Joy’s first appearance with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO). Organizers say the performance will showcase the acclaimed singer’s interpretations of jazz standards alongside the orchestra in one of Canada’s premier concert venues. Tickets for the event will go…

Tickets for Toronto Performance Go on Sale June 5 Globally renowned ensemble continues three-decade tradition of multicultural music and international touring (TORONTO) — Roy Thomson Hall has announced the return of internationally acclaimed ensemble Pink Martini for a Toronto performance scheduled for Monday, March 16, 2027. The Portland-based group will perform at Roy Thomson Hall as part of its ongoing international touring schedule, continuing a career that has spanned more than three decades and six continents. Tickets for the concert will go on sale Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. ET. Known for blending orchestral pop, jazz, Latin, classical and…

City broadens annual arts event to showcase more local talent and activate public spaces The City of Cambridge is expanding its annual Celebration of the Arts festival into a two-day event this June, broadening opportunities for residents, visitors and local artists to participate in one of the municipality’s signature cultural gatherings. The Cambridge Celebration of the Arts will take place on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20 at Civic Square in Downtown Cambridge, transforming the city centre into what organizers describe as an immersive artistic experience featuring live performances, visual arts, literary works, vendors and food trucks. The move…

Province encourages residents to recognize Indigenous cultures, histories and contributions throughout June TORONTO — The Ontario government has marked the beginning of National Indigenous History Month by reaffirming its commitment to reconciliation and encouraging residents to learn more about the histories, traditions and contributions of Indigenous peoples across the province. In a statement released Sunday, Ontario’s Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation, Greg Rickford, highlighted the importance of June as a time for reflection, education and recognition of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. “June marks National Indigenous History Month — a time to honour and celebrate…