Author: Sophie Mitchell

Veteran Toronto punk band highlights songwriting growth on latest advance track from Born To Break Even TORONTO — Toronto punk-rock outfit Doghouse Rose has released “It Gets Worse,” the second advance single from its forthcoming album Born To Break Even, offering listeners a glimpse into what the band describes as its most emotionally expansive and mature project to date. The single became publicly available on July 10, ahead of the July 31 release of Born To Break Even through Canadian independent label Stomp Records. While the album’s title track showcased the group’s longstanding skate-punk influences, “It Gets Worse” shifts the…

Major construction milestone supports thousands of jobs and expands regional transit connectivity TORONTO — Construction of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension has reached a significant new phase, with major excavation now underway at four underground stations along the future light rail transit corridor. The development marks another milestone in Ontario’s broader transit expansion strategy, which aims to improve mobility across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), reduce congestion and support economic growth. The province said construction activity along the extension is currently supporting approximately 4,600 workers annually. Once completed, the project is expected to provide faster transit connections between Toronto and…

Building Faster Fund rewards city after surpassing provincial housing goals by 26 per cent Kingston is receiving $3.2 million from the Ontario government after exceeding its provincially assigned housing target, marking another milestone in the province’s broader effort to accelerate home construction and address housing demand. The funding, announced Friday through the third round of Ontario’s Building Faster Fund, recognizes municipalities that achieve at least 80 per cent of their annual housing targets. Kingston qualified after recording 1,011 housing starts in 2025, surpassing its provincial target by 26 per cent. Provincial officials say the funding will support additional housing development…

Second full-length release showcases a sharper sound, renewed lineup, and themes of instability, resilience, and growth Ontario punk trio Among Legends is set to release its sophomore full-length album, Lose My Grip, on July 10, 2026, marking a significant step forward for a band that has spent the better part of a decade building its reputation through relentless touring, independent releases, and a commitment to the Canadian punk scene. Produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered by Matt Gauthier at ARC Recording Studio and This Place Needs A Name, the 12-track record delivers a faster, heavier, and more refined sound than the…

Toronto punk-rock band previews its most vulnerable record yet with hook-driven second single from Born To Break Even Toronto-based punk and power-pop outfit Doghouse Rose have released “It Gets Worse,” the second advance single from their forthcoming album Born To Break Even, offering fans another look at what the band describes as its most personal and emotionally resonant project to date. The track became publicly available on July 10 and arrives just weeks before the release of Born To Break Even, scheduled for July 31 through Canadian independent label Stomp Records. While the album’s title track leaned heavily into the…

Veteran Pianist Teams Up With Acclaimed Jazz Musicians on Melody-Driven Song About Compassion New Track From ‘Rick Maltese & Friends Vol. 2’ Encourages Listeners to Recognize the Impact of Small Gestures TORONTO — Toronto pianist, composer, and songwriter Rick Maltese has released his latest single, “Just Like an Angel,” a reflective song centered on compassion, generosity, and the lasting impact of small acts of kindness. The track, taken from his album Rick Maltese & Friends Vol. 2, combines Maltese’s melodic songwriting with performances from an accomplished jazz trio, delivering a message that emphasizes how simple gestures can create meaningful change…

Funding Recognizes Municipality’s Progress in Exceeding Provincial Housing Targets Investment Will Support Infrastructure Needed for New Homes and Growing Communities Ontario’s Housing Strategy Continues Focus on Faster Construction and Economic Growth MILTON, Ont. — The Ontario government is providing the Town of Milton with $8.4 million through the third round of the Building Faster Fund, recognizing the municipality’s strong progress in meeting provincial housing targets and supporting future community growth. The funding comes after Milton exceeded its 2025 housing goal, breaking ground on 2,699 new homes during the year — 28 per cent above its annual target. The province said…

Provincial funding recognizes city’s progress in exceeding housing targets and supports future infrastructure needs Thunder Bay recorded 243 new housing starts in 2025, surpassing its annual target by 10 per cent Investment is part of Ontario’s broader strategy to accelerate housing construction and strengthen communities THUNDER BAY — The Ontario government is providing the City of Thunder Bay with $709,280 through the third round of the Building Faster Fund, recognizing the municipality’s progress in advancing housing development and exceeding its provincially assigned housing target. The funding follows a strong year of housing activity in Thunder Bay, where the city broke…

City highlights importance of accurate population count as Census follow-up efforts continue The City of Prince Albert is urging residents who have not yet completed their 2026 Census questionnaire to take part as soon as possible, emphasizing that an accurate population count will play a critical role in future planning, funding decisions and community development. Official Census follow-up activities began on May 12, with Statistics Canada employees reaching out to residents who have not yet responded. Contact efforts include phone calls and emails, while field workers continue visiting households in person to assist with questionnaire completion. City officials say a…

New Megan Park Series to Premiere Globally on August 5 With All Eight Episodes Available on Prime Video Drama Features Music From Gracie Abrams’ Upcoming Album and Brings Together Creative Teams Behind Major Productions TORONTO, Canada — June 9, 2026 — Prime Video has unveiled the official trailer and new images for Sterling Point, an upcoming coming-of-age drama series created by Megan Park. The eight-episode series will premiere globally on August 5, with all episodes available exclusively on Prime Video across more than 240 countries and territories. The newly released trailer features “Look at My Life,” a new track from…