Author: Sophie Mitchell

Ontario Punk Trio Prepares Release of Upcoming Album Lose My Grip Ontario punk band Among Legends has released “Floating Here For Years,” the second single from its forthcoming full-length album Lose My Grip, scheduled for release on July 10, 2026. The track, which became publicly available on June 12, marks a more emotionally reflective direction for the trio while maintaining the melodic punk foundations that have defined the band’s sound since forming in 2016. Produced, engineered, mixed and mastered by Matt Gauthier at ARC Recording Studio and This Place Needs A Name, the single arrives as the band continues building…

Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman Lead Film Based on Ali Hazelwood Bestseller Prime Video has confirmed that its adaptation of Ali Hazelwood’s best-selling romance novel The Love Hypothesis will debut globally on Sept. 23, as the streaming platform expands its slate of young adult-focused original programming. The film stars Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman in the lead roles and is based on Hazelwood’s widely popular novel, which became a New York Times bestseller following its release. Prime Video also released first-look images from the production this week ahead of the film’s launch. The romantic comedy-drama follows Olive, played by Reinhart,…

Province aims to strengthen workforce for housing, infrastructure and economic development projects across Northern Ontario NORTH BAY — The Ontario government is investing more than $2.8 million to establish a new Bachelor of Community Planning program at Nipissing University, a move aimed at addressing growing demand for skilled planners in Northern Ontario and supporting the province’s long-term infrastructure and housing ambitions. Announced Thursday by the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security, the investment will help develop what will become the first undergraduate planning program in Northern Ontario. The program is expected to welcome its first intake of students…

Aquatic admissions surge past former pool’s peak levels PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. — Just over a year after opening its doors, the Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre is showing strong signs of success, with participation numbers already surpassing those of the city’s former aquatic facility and positioning the centre to potentially exceed its annual targets in 2026. The City of Prince Albert reported that more than 41,000 admissions were recorded at the aquatic centre during the first six months of 2026 through general aquatic programming. The figure includes activities such as public swim sessions, lane swimming, aquafit classes, rentals, and related…

Funding Through MLSE Foundation to Support Nearly 2,000 Young Athletes Across Ontario The Ontario government is investing $330,000 through the Inclusive Grassroots Recreation (IGR) program to help expand access to affordable and inclusive sport and recreation opportunities for children and youth across the province. The funding, announced Thursday in Hamilton, will be delivered through MLSE Foundation and is expected to support nearly 2,000 children and youth in communities including Toronto, Hamilton, Niagara, Durham, Clarington and Blue Mountain. Provincial officials say the investment is aimed at helping community organizations remove barriers to participation while encouraging more young people to stay active…

Province advances long-term energy strategy with three battery storage projects designed to support rising electricity demand Competitive procurement delivers lower costs for ratepayers The Ontario government says it has secured the lowest-cost electricity capacity procurement in the province’s history as part of a broader strategy to strengthen grid reliability and support long-term economic growth. Announced Thursday in Aylmer, the procurement was completed through the Independent Electricity System Operator’s (IESO) Second Long-Term Request for Proposals (LT2) process. The initiative secured 640 megawatts (MW) of new electricity capacity through three battery energy storage projects that are expected to provide enough electricity during…

Newly announced shows add to busy 2026 schedule at Toronto’s Allied Music Centre Toronto’s live entertainment calendar continues to build momentum heading into the second half of 2026, with Massey Hall and Allied Music Centre unveiling two newly announced performances as part of their weekly events roundup released Friday. Country music group Little Big Town and Canadian rock band Moneen are the latest acts added to the venue’s upcoming concert schedule, reinforcing Massey Hall’s position as one of the country’s leading destinations for live music programming. Live Nation confirmed that Little Big Town will perform at Massey Hall at Allied…

New online hub brings together camps, arts, sports, and educational activities across the community The City of Prince Albert has launched a new Summer Programs webpage aimed at helping families more easily access information about camps, activities, and seasonal programming offered throughout the community during the summer months. The online platform serves as a centralized resource featuring programs running in June, July, and August, bringing together offerings from a wide range of local organizations in one accessible location. City officials say the initiative is intended to simplify summer planning for parents while highlighting the breadth of recreational, cultural, and educational…

Government says project cost is far below Auditor General’s estimate and will support long-term waterfront redevelopment TORONTO — The Ontario government has awarded a $198 million contract to build a new parking structure at Ontario Place, marking a major step in the province’s broader redevelopment of the Toronto waterfront destination. The contract, awarded to Canadian construction firm Pomerleau Inc. through a competitive procurement process, covers the design and construction of a provincially owned parking facility that will accommodate up to 3,500 vehicles. The structure is also expected to include 680 electric vehicle charging stations, bicycle parking and transit access features.…

New Pilates, Tone and Yoga Studio to Introduce Advanced Recovery and Contrast Therapy Services WINDSOR, Ont. — Windsor-Essex County’s fitness and wellness sector is set for further expansion with the launch of FS8 East Windsor, a premium Pilates, tone and yoga studio scheduled to open in September 2026. Located in the Central Wellness Plaza at 2385 Central Avenue, the studio will introduce a new style of reformer and mat-based fitness training to the region, combining Pilates-inspired movement with strength conditioning, yoga flows and recovery-focused wellness services. FS8 is part of FIT House of Brands, the global fitness company behind F45…