HAMILTON, Ont. — Acclaimed Canadian blues and soul artist Harrison Kennedy is being honoured with one of the region’s highest musical distinctions. The Escarpment Blues Society (EBS) has announced that Kennedy will be inducted into its Hall of Fame at a special gala performance on November 25, 2025, at the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre. The event, presented by the Escarpment Blues Society, will celebrate Kennedy’s exceptional career and lasting impact on Canada’s music landscape. The evening promises live performances, personal tributes, and a heartfelt recognition of a Hamilton-born artist whose music has reached audiences around the world. Honouring a Canadian…
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TORONTO — Construction is officially underway on the Caledonia GO Station, a new transit hub that will connect the Barrie GO Line with the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and the future Eglinton Crosstown LRT (Line 5). The Ontario government says the project is part of its long-term plan to reduce gridlock, expand housing access, and strengthen the provincial economy through record investments in infrastructure. Key Investment in Transit and the Economy “Our government is making historic investments in public transit to reduce gridlock and connect more people to housing and jobs, as we work to build the strongest economy in…
PETERBOROUGH, Ont. — The Ontario government is increasing its investment in student nutrition programs by $5 million, bringing total funding to $37.5 million for the 2025–26 school year. The funding will expand access to healthy meals for more than 800,000 students, delivering over 140 million meals and snacks through the Student Nutrition Program (SNP) and the First Nations Student Nutrition Program (FNSNP). The announcement, made Friday by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, highlights the province’s commitment to improving student health and academic outcomes amid growing food insecurity and rising costs. Government Commits to Strengthening Student Health and…
TORONTO — Toronto’s emerging shoegaze outfit AloneKitty is preparing to release Sad Not Sad, an album born from loss, upheaval, and rebirth. The record’s lead single, “Stay The Same,” captures both the turbulence and resilience that shaped the band’s sound — a dense, emotional mix of melodic chaos and cathartic honesty. The album, slated for release on October 24, 2025, marks a turning point for the group’s founder and frontperson, who rebuilt their life after a period of personal and professional collapse. “After a period of intense personal upheaval—losing a job, a long-term relationship, and nearly everything that felt like…
GORE BAY, Ont. — The Ontario government has announced construction is underway on two new long-term care homes on Manitoulin Island, marking a major investment in northern healthcare infrastructure and seniors’ care. The projects — St. Joseph’s Lodge in Gore Bay and the Wikwemikong Nursing Home — will collectively provide 160 new and redeveloped beds for residents across the island. Both facilities are being funded under Ontario’s Capital Funding Program (CFP), part of the province’s broader plan to build modern long-term care homes, create jobs, and ensure seniors receive the quality of care and quality of life they deserve. “Our…
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. — The City of Cambridge is set to host an exclusive Cambridge–Germany business networking reception next week, bringing together local companies with German connections to celebrate and strengthen cross-border economic ties. Scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, the event will take place at the Cambridge Soccer Complex following the city’s annual Oktoberfest festivities. The reception aims to highlight the strong cultural and commercial links between Cambridge and Germany while exploring opportunities for future collaboration in manufacturing, technology, and trade. Her Worship Jan Liggett, Mayor of Cambridge, will be joined by Matthias Luttenberg, German Ambassador to Canada, and Connie Cody,…
OTTAWA — Three of Canada’s leading civil liberties organizations are voicing strong opposition to the Alberta government’s plan to invoke the notwithstanding clause, warning that the move threatens fundamental rights and sets a dangerous precedent for constitutional democracy in Canada. In a joint statement released Thursday, the BC Civil Liberties Association, the Canadian Civil Liberties Association, and Quebec’s Ligue des droits et libertés said they are “united in our deep alarm over the Alberta government’s announced plan to invoke the notwithstanding clause in an attempt to shield three laws from judicial scrutiny.” The organizations argue that using the clause to…
LITTLE CURRENT, Ont. — The Ontario government is moving ahead with plans to replace the 110-year-old Little Current Swing Bridge, a key transportation link between Manitoulin Island and the mainland, with a new two-lane structure aimed at boosting safety, reliability, and economic growth across Northern Ontario. The province announced that it has awarded a contract for the detailed design of the replacement bridge, marking a significant milestone in a project that has been years in development. The new bridge will feature two lanes of traffic, a pedestrian walkway, and a bike lane, ensuring year-round access to the provincial highway network…
SAN FRANCISCO — The Center for Food Safety (CFS) has filed notice of its intent to sue the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), alleging the agency has violated federal law by failing to act on a long-pending decision to protect the Iowa skipper butterfly under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The environmental advocacy organization says the FWS has missed a statutory deadline to determine whether the imperiled butterfly warrants full protection, leaving the species vulnerable to extinction as its native prairie habitat continues to disappear. “Pollinators like the Iowa skipper butterfly are vital to public and environmental health. Trading…
ST. JOHN’S, N.L. — As Newfoundland and Labrador heads toward the October 14 provincial election, the province’s oldest active trade union is challenging political leaders to take a stand for workers’ rights, economic fairness, and sustainable growth. The Longshoremen’s Protective Union (I.L.A.) Local 1953 has released its Non-Partisan League Manifesto, a comprehensive policy blueprint aimed at shaping a more equitable future for working people and communities across the province. Founded in 1903, the union traces its roots back to the 1918 Reid Newfoundland General Strike, and the new document builds on that legacy of solidarity and social justice. Described by…