Author: Sophie Mitchell

Exclusive First Look Reveals Dominic Sessa as Young Anthony Bourdain in Upcoming Feature Film A new feature film chronicling a pivotal chapter in the life of renowned chef, author and television personality Anthony Bourdain is set to arrive in Canadian theatres this summer, offering audiences a look at the experiences that helped shape one of the culinary world’s most influential figures. The film, TONY, follows a 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain during a transformative summer in Provincetown, Massachusetts, where an unexpected introduction to the demanding environment of a restaurant kitchen would ultimately alter the trajectory of his life and career. An exclusive…

Stephen King’s classic novel reimagined as an eight-episode series set to debut this fall Prime Video has released the first official images from its upcoming original series Carrie, offering audiences an early look at the highly anticipated television adaptation of Stephen King’s landmark debut novel. The series, created by acclaimed writer and director Mike Flanagan, is scheduled to premiere exclusively on Prime Video this fall in more than 240 countries and territories. The project marks the first time King’s 1974 novel has been adapted into a television series, bringing a fresh interpretation to one of horror fiction’s most enduring stories.…

Organizations urge provincial review following jury’s undetermined ruling VANCOUVER, B.C. — A coroner’s inquest into the 2022 disappearance and death of Tatyanna Harrison has raised serious concerns about investigative failures, prompting renewed calls for accountability and systemic reform across policing and oversight agencies in British Columbia. The inquest, held in Vancouver on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh and səlilwətaɬ Nations, examined the circumstances surrounding the death of Harrison, a 20-year-old Cree, Métis and Brazilian woman. A five-member jury ultimately concluded that the cause and manner of death should be classified as undetermined, rejecting earlier findings by the B.C.…

Niagara College Becomes First Post-Secondary Institution to Join Ontario Corps WELLAND, Ont. — The Ontario government is expanding its emergency preparedness network by welcoming Niagara College as the newest partner in Ontario Corps, a provincial initiative designed to strengthen community response efforts before, during and after emergencies. The partnership marks a significant milestone for Ontario Corps, with Niagara College becoming the first post-secondary institution to join the growing network of organizations and volunteers that can be mobilized to support communities facing disasters and emergency situations. The announcement, made by the Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response on July 13, underscores…

Two-day festival returns to Armstrong on July 17–18 with Rivers of Nihil, Dying Fetus, Into Eternity and more Armstrong MetalFest is set to return to British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley this weekend, with organizers preparing to welcome metal fans from across Canada and the United States for what is being billed as the festival’s most powerful lineup to date. Now in its 16th year, the annual event will take place July 17–18 at Hassen Arena in Armstrong, B.C., featuring co-headliners Rivers of Nihil and Dying Fetus alongside a roster of established and emerging acts from across North America. Organizers say the…

Building Faster Fund Allocation Supports New Housing and Infrastructure Growth The Ontario government has awarded the City of Greater Sudbury nearly $1.3 million through the latest round of the Building Faster Fund after the municipality exceeded its provincially assigned housing target in 2025, underscoring the province’s ongoing effort to accelerate housing construction and support community growth. The funding announcement, made by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, provides Greater Sudbury with $1,296,053 through the program’s third round. The city earned the funding after recording 433 housing starts in 2025, surpassing its annual housing target by 14 per cent. Provincial…

City exceeds 80% of provincial housing target, unlocking funding for homes and infrastructure RICHMOND HILL, Ont. — The Ontario government has awarded the City of Richmond Hill more than $5.9 million through the latest round of the Building Faster Fund after the municipality surpassed 80 per cent of its provincially assigned housing target in 2025. The funding, totalling $5,941,440, is part of Ontario’s efforts to accelerate housing construction and support infrastructure projects in fast-growing communities. Richmond Hill qualified for the funding after breaking ground on 2,228 new homes in 2025, representing 83 per cent of its annual housing target. The…

Country Star Tyler Joe Miller to Make Musicfest Debut on July 15 PETERBOROUGH, Ont. — Peterborough Musicfest is set to welcome two acclaimed Canadian artists this week, with country singer Tyler Joe Miller making his festival debut on Wednesday, July 15, followed by award-winning singer-songwriter Julian Taylor headlining the annual Woven Stories celebration on Saturday, July 18. The performances continue the festival’s 2026 summer season, bringing nationally recognized talent to the Fred Anderson Stage while maintaining the event’s longstanding tradition of offering free live music to the public. Tyler Joe Miller, one of Canada’s most successful contemporary country artists, will…

Nigeria Becomes Latest IEA Association Country Nigeria has taken a significant step onto the global energy stage after member governments of the International Energy Agency (IEA) unanimously agreed to admit the country as an Association nation, strengthening cooperation with Africa’s largest economy and most populous country. The move marks a major development in international energy governance and reflects Nigeria’s growing influence across global energy markets. With a population exceeding 240 million and substantial oil and natural gas resources, Nigeria plays a critical role in both African and global energy supply chains. The country is also emerging as one of Africa’s…

Calgary Paralympian earns first World Triathlon Para Series podium of 2026 season HAMBURG, Germany — Canadian para triathlete Stefan Daniel returned to the international podium on Sunday, capturing a silver medal at the World Triathlon Para Series event in Hamburg and marking his first podium finish of the 2026 season. The 29-year-old Calgary athlete delivered a composed performance in the men’s PTS5 classification, navigating a challenging race that featured a 750-metre swim, a technical 20-kilometre cycling course through Hamburg’s historic streets, and a five-kilometre run. Daniel crossed the finish line in 57 minutes 52 seconds, finishing second behind Germany’s Martin…