Author: Sophie Mitchell

Free events at Del Crary Park to feature live entertainment, Neon Nostalgic, fireworks and award-winning Canadian trio PETERBOROUGH, Ont. — Peterborough Musicfest is preparing for a busy week of free live entertainment, with a full day of Canada Day festivities planned for July 1 followed by the return of acclaimed Canadian folk trio Good Lovelies on July 4 at Del Crary Park. The events, held in partnership with the City of Peterborough and supported by community sponsors and government funding, are expected to draw large crowds to the city’s waterfront as residents and visitors gather for music, family activities and…

Oil Market Stabilizes, but Risks Persist Global oil markets are showing signs of stabilization after months of disruption caused by the Strait of Hormuz crisis, with fuel exports through the vital shipping corridor beginning to recover. The improvement follows an interim agreement reached between the United States and Iran in mid-June aimed at reopening the Strait and establishing a framework for a longer-term peace process. According to the latest International Energy Agency (IEA) Oil Market Report, the return of oil flows has helped ease pressure on global energy markets and contributed to a significant decline in oil prices in recent…

Transatlantic Project Turns Long-Distance Collaboration Into a Cross-Continental Musical Journey Toronto-linked folk-rock duo FUSES is set to release its debut album, Sawdust in the Transmission, on June 26, 2026, offering listeners a collection of songs shaped by geography, personal connection, and a shared appreciation for classic folk and country music traditions. Released through Having Fun Records, the rock imprint of Toronto-based We Are Busy Bodies, the album marks the culmination of a creative partnership between Swedish musician Moa-Linn Rosenlöf and Canadian guitarist Craig Fahner. Drawing inspiration from artists such as The Byrds, Fairport Convention, Gram Parsons and Jason Molina, the…

Montreal Band Releases First Full-Length Record on Stomp Records Montreal rock outfit TAXI GIRLS is set to release its debut full-length album, Static, on June 26, 2026, marking a significant milestone for a band that has steadily built momentum through a combination of energetic live performances, sharp songwriting, and a growing international profile. Released through Stomp Records, the 10-track album showcases a blend of garage rock, punk, power pop, and alternative influences while exploring personal themes ranging from mental health and self-doubt to love, loss, and resilience. The record arrives after the release of two introductory singles that helped establish…

Court Clarifies Disclosure Obligations for Police Misconduct Records OTTAWA — The British Columbia Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA) is welcoming a landmark decision from the Supreme Court of Canada that strengthens the rights of accused persons and reinforces police accountability across the country. In a unanimous ruling in Chief of Edmonton Police Service v. McKee, the Supreme Court clarified that records relating to police misconduct must be disclosed to accused individuals whenever the information may be relevant to their defence. The Court determined that concerns such as the passage of time, privacy interests of police officers, or other competing considerations do…

Province Expands Mental Health and Addictions Network with New HART Hub PETERBOROUGH, Ont. — The Ontario government has officially opened a new Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub in Peterborough, marking another step in the province’s effort to expand mental health, addiction recovery and housing support services across Ontario. The new facility is part of Ontario’s investment of more than $560 million to establish 29 HART Hubs province-wide. The initiative is designed to improve access to treatment and recovery services for people facing homelessness, mental health concerns, substance use challenges and housing instability while enhancing community safety. Announcing the…

Redesigned nominee program streamlines pathways, expands access for rural employers and targets in-demand skills TORONTO — The Ontario government has unveiled a major overhaul of its immigration nomination system, introducing a redesigned Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) aimed at better matching skilled newcomers with labour market needs while strengthening program integrity and support for domestic workers. The changes, announced Thursday by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, will reduce the program’s existing eight immigration streams to four, creating what the province says will be a more efficient and responsive system capable of addressing workforce shortages across key…

City Surpasses Annual Housing Goal as Province Continues Push to Accelerate Home Construction NORTH BAY, Ont. — The Ontario government has awarded the City of North Bay $336,000 through the third and final round of the Building Faster Fund after the municipality exceeded its provincially assigned housing target in 2025. The funding recognizes North Bay’s progress in increasing housing supply, with the city recording 113 housing starts last year—13 per cent above its annual target. Provincial officials say the investment will support additional housing development and community infrastructure projects while helping sustain economic growth and employment across the region. The…

Province marks milestone in northern infrastructure project with new media resources The Ontario government has released an electronic press kit featuring photos and videos to accompany a milestone announcement marking the start of construction on a major transportation project in northern Ontario. The electronic press kit, made available on June 25 by the Premier’s Office, supports the announcement that Ontario and Webequie First Nation have officially broken ground on the long-planned Ring of Fire Road project. The media package is intended to provide journalists, stakeholders and the public with visual assets documenting the event and the significance of the infrastructure…

Heavy rainfall in Alberta expected to drive significant increases in North Saskatchewan River flows near Prince Albert The Water Security Agency (WSA) has issued a High Flow Advisory for the North Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan River systems after heavy rainfall in Alberta sharply increased river flows, prompting public safety warnings for communities along the waterways, including Prince Albert. Water levels along the North Saskatchewan River are expected to rise significantly over the coming days, with officials forecasting an increase of nearly two metres near Prince Albert by June 27, 2026. The advisory comes as upstream rainfall continues to push larger volumes…