Author: Sophie Mitchell

Canadian alternative rock icon set to perform at Del Crary Park on July 22 PETERBOROUGH, Ont. — Canadian singer-songwriter Matthew Good and his band will headline Peterborough Musicfest on Wednesday, July 22, marking the artist’s first appearance at the long-running outdoor concert series. The performance will take place on the Fred Anderson Stage at Del Crary Park and is expected to draw a significant crowd as one of the marquee events of the summer festival season. For more than 30 years, Good has remained one of the most recognizable and influential figures in Canadian rock music, building a career that…

Award-winning Canadian folk ensemble returns with “Dance Around The Spinning Wheel” EDMONTON — Canadian folk ensemble The McDades have released “Dance Around The Spinning Wheel,” the first single from their forthcoming album Thread The Light, marking the return of one of Canada’s most acclaimed roots music groups. Released through Free Radio Records, the track introduces the long-awaited album with a sound that blends Celtic traditions, jazz improvisation and global rhythms — elements that have defined the band’s music for more than two decades. The McDades, made up of siblings Shannon Johnson, Solon McDade and Jeremiah McDade, are among Canada’s most…

Montréal dark synthwave producer continues global rise with new release through Lisbon Lux Records Montréal-based dark synthwave producer Das Mörtal has announced the release of his latest double single, PARASITE & GHOST, arriving June 4, 2026 through Lisbon Lux Records, alongside news of an upcoming mini-album titled DECVY I, scheduled for release on Oct. 29, 2026. The producer, who has amassed more than 31.4 million Spotify streams and built a growing international audience across North America and Europe, continues to expand his reputation within the electronic and darkwave music scenes. The new project follows a string of critically recognized releases…

Acclaimed Canadian vocalist to release 10-track project through Universal Music Canada on June 26 New album blends jazz, soul, R&B and rock while highlighting cross-generational collaborations Canadian jazz vocalist and songwriter Molly Johnson has announced the release of her new album Talk To Me, set to arrive June 26 through Universal Music Canada. The 10-track project combines selections from Johnson’s recent All I See and Long Time Running EPs with four newly recorded songs, including the lead single “Holiday,” which was released this week. The album continues Johnson’s long-running exploration of jazz, soul, R&B and rock while introducing a broader…

Niagara Indie Folk Duo Releases Ambitious Concept Record Built as a Continuous Musical Journey Ontario indie folk duo For Ernest have released their debut full-length album Cinema, a ten-track orchestral folk project that blends intimate songwriting with cinematic structure, positioning the Niagara-based act among a growing wave of independent Canadian artists building ambitious records outside traditional studio systems. The duo, comprised of Michael Saracino and Tara Stanclik, wrote, produced and performed the album from their own barn studio in Niagara Region, collaborating with nine guest musicians over a concentrated two-month recording period in early 2026. Conceived as a single uninterrupted…

Canadian artist collaborates with Icelandic producer Frosti Jónsson on cinematic new release inspired by exploration and first love International Songwriting Competition honour marks latest milestone for Toronto-based musician Toronto singer-songwriter Henry Lees is charting new creative territory with the release of his latest single, “Into Your Orbit,” a cinematic indie pop track that blends emotional storytelling with expansive electronic production. The release comes as Lees continues to build momentum internationally, with the song already earning recognition as a semi-finalist in the AAA category of the 2025 International Songwriting Competition (ISC). The honour marks Lees’ fifth ISC recognition since 2021 and…

Juno Award-winning trio returns to Toronto’s iconic venue for annual Christmas performance Tickets for December 2026 concert go on sale June 5 Toronto’s historic Massey Hall will once again host Canadian folk trio Good Lovelies this holiday season as the Juno Award-winning group prepares to mark its 20th anniversary with a special Christmas concert in December. The performance is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 17, 2026, on the venue’s renowned Allan Slaight Stage, continuing a long-standing holiday tradition that has become a fixture for many Canadian music fans. Tickets for the concert will go on sale Friday, June 5 at 10…

Province aims to prepare more than 7,300 workers for careers in mining, construction and skilled trades The Ontario government is investing nearly $8 million in workforce development and training initiatives across Northern Ontario as part of the sixth round of the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream, with the goal of preparing more than 7,300 workers and jobseekers for in-demand careers in mining, construction and other skilled sectors. Announced in Sudbury by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the funding will support three workforce training projects and one major capital investment designed to address labour shortages while…

Ottawa Tourism Highlights Visitor Experience and Destination Stewardship During Citywide Event Ottawa’s heritage, architecture and tourism sector will take centre stage this weekend as Ottawa Tourism and the City of Ottawa prepare to host the 24th edition of Doors Open Ottawa, a long-running public event designed to provide residents and visitors with behind-the-scenes access to some of the capital’s most notable sites. The free event, scheduled for Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026, will feature 65 participating locations across the city, offering visitors an opportunity to explore Ottawa’s cultural institutions, historic landmarks and architectural spaces. Organizers say the…

Restrictions Removed for Areas North of the North Saskatchewan River The City of Prince Albert has lifted the fire ban that had been in place for areas north of the North Saskatchewan River, including Little Red River Park, following recent precipitation that reduced fire risk conditions across the region. The ban, originally issued on May 26, 2026, officially ended at 12 p.m. on June 4, according to a notice from local officials. City authorities said the decision was made after improved weather conditions lowered concerns about wildfire hazards and outdoor fire safety in affected areas. The lifting of the restriction…