Author: Sophie Mitchell

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…

Alberta Brothers Jagger and Dawson Glowatsky Bring Their RV Salvage Business to Global Audiences Series Follows Entrepreneurs Turning Damaged Trailers into Profitable Ventures Through Comedy and Family-Focused Storytelling TORONTO, Canada — Prime Video is preparing to launch its latest Canadian Original unscripted comedy series, Young Farts Trailer Parts, with the six-episode production set to premiere globally on July 17. The series introduces audiences worldwide to Alberta brothers Jagger and Dawson Glowatsky, whose unconventional RV salvage business has transformed them into social media personalities and entrepreneurial entertainers. Set in Vegreville, Alberta, the series follows the brothers as they operate Young Farts…

Funding to strengthen Ontario shipyards, boost marine manufacturing and create thousands of jobs ST. CATHARINES, Ont. — The Ontario government is investing more than $90 million to expand the province’s shipbuilding capacity, a move aimed at strengthening Canada’s marine industry, supporting national defence priorities and creating thousands of skilled jobs across the province. Premier Doug Ford announced the funding in St. Catharines on Tuesday, saying the investment will help Ontario shipbuilders meet rising demand for domestically built vessels while supporting Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy. The funding will be delivered through the Ontario Shipbuilding Grant Program (OSGP), which was launched in…

Denver power metal festival calls off August event and issues full ticket refunds Denver’s Mile High Power Fest, one of the western United States’ emerging destinations for power metal fans, has announced the cancellation of its 2026 edition due to health issues affecting the event’s organizer. The festival, which had been scheduled to take place on Aug. 15, 2026, at The Oriental Theater in Denver, was expected to feature a lineup of established and rising acts from across the North American metal scene. Organizers confirmed that all ticket holders will receive full refunds. Organizers cite health-related challenges The cancellation comes…