Author: Sophie Mitchell

Funding will enhance visitor experience, preserve a national landmark and support tourism growth in Northwestern Ontario THUNDER BAY, Ont. — The Ontario government is investing $319,423 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to revitalize the Terry Fox Monument and Visitor Centre in Thunder Bay, a landmark that commemorates one of Canada’s most enduring symbols of courage, perseverance and hope. The funding will support a series of upgrades to the visitor centre, surrounding grounds and the monument itself, helping preserve the site while improving accessibility, safety and the overall visitor experience. Provincial officials say the project aligns with Ontario’s…

Toronto punk rock band unveils title track from upcoming record, marking a new chapter after more than a decade on the road Toronto punk outfit Doghouse Rose has released “Born To Break Even,” the lead single and title track from its forthcoming album, offering listeners an energetic preview of a record the band describes as its most emotionally ambitious work to date. The single became publicly available on June 19 and serves as the first release from Born To Break Even, the group’s new album scheduled for release on July 31 through Stomp Records. Drawing on influences from melodic skate…

Toronto indie rock outfit The Get Alongs are marking a new chapter in their career with the release of Second To None, the band’s second full-length album, available June 19, 2026 through Having Fun and We Are Busy Bodies. The record arrives after nearly a decade of steady growth for the four-piece band, which has built its reputation through extensive live performances, independent releases, and a grassroots following within Toronto’s music community. Drawing influence from garage rock, power pop, jangle rock and 1990s alternative music, Second To None expands on the sound that helped establish the group while introducing a…

Award-Nominated Canadian Folk Artist Pays Tribute to the Teacher Who Helped Shape Her Musical Journey Canadian folk artist Irish Millie has released “Allison,” a heartfelt new single that pays tribute to the late fiddle teacher who introduced her to music and helped lay the foundation for a rapidly rising career that has earned national recognition and international opportunities. The song, which opens her acclaimed EP Between Then and Now, reflects on the influence of Sally Pirie, the Peterborough, Ont.-based fiddle instructor who first placed an instrument in Irish Millie’s hands when she was six years old. Built around a delicate…

Montréal artist explores lasting commitment and emotional security in a warm, reflective new single Montréal singer-songwriter Silka Weil has released “Forever,” a new single that offers listeners a softer and more relaxed side of her songwriting as she prepares for the launch of her second EP, Midnight Blue, scheduled for release on July 3, 2026. The track marks a departure from the emotional tension and yearning that characterized some of Weil’s recent work. Instead, “Forever” embraces comfort, stability, and the quiet confidence that comes with enduring commitment. Built around a warm and easy-listening sound, the song reflects on the lasting…

City Proclaims June 2026 Black Music Month Amid Growing Recognition of Black Canadian Music History Toronto’s celebrated Little Jamaica Music History Walking Tour is returning for an expanded 2026 season, offering residents and visitors an immersive look into one of Canada’s most influential cultural districts while coinciding with the City of Toronto’s proclamation of June 2026 as Black Music Month. Presented by the Canada Black Music Archives (CBMA), the audiovisual walking tour will run from May 17 through October 18, featuring additional dates, new locations along the route, and private booking options following a sold-out inaugural season that attracted strong…

Lead single from ‘Fell in Love in My Hometown’ highlights the Ontario singer-songwriter’s blend of country, folk and Americana influences Oshawa-based singer-songwriter Bedford Bells has unveiled “Hands at Midnight,” the lead single from his debut full-length album Fell in Love in My Hometown, offering listeners an intimate introduction to a record deeply rooted in themes of love, memory and hometown identity. Bedford Bells is the solo project of Jeff Adams, a multi-instrumentalist whose songwriting draws from country, Americana, folk and acoustic traditions. The newly released single stands out as one of the album’s most emotionally charged and sensual moments, pairing…

Former Rhinoceros Party leader enters music industry with first song and a campaign encouraging fruit consumption and community connection A New Musical Venture Begins MONTREAL — Former Rhinoceros Party of Canada leader Sébastien CoRhino is set to launch his first musical single on July 1, 2026, marking a new chapter in a public career that has spanned politics, performance, and advocacy. The song, titled Ananas > Canada — pronounced “ananas plus grand que Canada” — will be released on Canada Day as part of what CoRhino calls “Ananas Day,” a holiday concept he created to encourage healthier eating habits and…

Proceedings to Begin July 20 by Video Conference A public inquest into the death of Robert Shane Rhodes has been scheduled to begin next month, the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General announced Wednesday. Dr. Harry Voogjarv, Regional Supervising Coroner for the North Region in Sudbury, said the inquest will commence at 9:30 a.m. on July 20, 2026. The proceedings will be conducted by video conference and are expected to continue for five days. The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding the death of Rhodes, who was 49 years old when he died on April 20, 2020, following an interaction…

New MRI service expected to improve access, reduce wait times and support earlier diagnoses across Delta and surrounding communities Residents of Delta and neighbouring communities will soon have improved access to advanced diagnostic imaging services as Delta Hospital moves forward with an $18-million project to install its first magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) unit. The investment, announced by Fraser Health, will bring MRI services directly to Delta Hospital and is expected to significantly enhance access to diagnostic care closer to home. The project is being funded through a partnership involving Fraser Health, the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation, and community…