Toronto — The Ontario government has recognized 13 exceptional citizens at the annual Lieutenant Governor’s Legacy Awards, celebrating their contributions to equity, accessibility, creativity and civic engagement across the province. This year’s ceremony, held at the Art Gallery of Ontario on September 15, honoured the legacies of four former lieutenant governors — Lincoln M. Alexander, Hilary M. Weston, James Bartleman and David C. Onley — by highlighting individuals whose work reflects their impact in combating racism, advancing mental health research, promoting Indigenous voices in literature, and championing accessibility. The event also marked the launch of a new recognition: the Elizabeth…
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Toronto — A holiday tradition will return to Toronto this December when the Toronto Children’s Chorus (TCC) takes the stage at Roy Thomson Hall for its annual holiday concert. The performance, titled Songs of the Season: Nostalgic Movie Moments with the Toronto Children’s Chorus, is scheduled for Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 2 p.m. Tickets for the event go on sale Friday, September 19 at 10 a.m. through Roy Thomson Hall’s box office and website. A Holiday Tradition with a Cinematic Twist This year’s program invites audiences to relive some of the most memorable musical moments in holiday film history.…
Paris — The International Energy Agency (IEA) is set to unveil a new report, The Future of Electricity in the Middle East and North Africa, on Thursday, September 18. The study will provide detailed regional and country-level analysis of electricity demand and supply trends across one of the world’s fastest-growing power markets. The report arrives at a pivotal time, as countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) grapple with rapid economic and demographic shifts that are reshaping their energy landscapes. According to the IEA, rising populations, accelerated urbanisation, higher living standards and surging demand for cooling and desalination…
Curve Lake, Ont. — The Ontario government is investing more than $6.3 million to support the construction of a new multi-season covered outdoor arena in Curve Lake First Nation, a project officials say will boost local jobs, expand recreational opportunities and strengthen community ties year-round. The funding comes from the province’s $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), a program designed to revitalize local facilities, spur economic activity and encourage healthier lifestyles in communities across Ontario. “Our government is proud to support the construction of the new arena in Curve Lake First Nation, which will create more opportunities…
Aurora, Ont. — The Ontario government is committing more than $746,000 to expand firefighter survival training across the province, a move aimed at strengthening emergency response capacity and ensuring frontline responders have the tools they need to stay safe in dangerous situations. The funding, announced Monday by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, comes through the province’s Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream and will support the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association (OPFFA) in delivering specialized life-saving programs. “Our government will always stand shoulder to shoulder with the brave men and women who have our backs when…
PARIS — Brazil has formally requested to become a full member of the International Energy Agency (IEA), marking a potential milestone in global energy governance at a time when markets are under strain from shifting supply, climate concerns, and geopolitical tensions. At IEA headquarters in Paris this month, Ambassador Sarquis J.B. Sarquis presented Executive Director Fatih Birol with a letter from Brazil’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Mauro Vieira and Minister of Mines and Energy Alexandre Silveira officially requesting that Brazil begin the accession process. Brazil, Latin America’s largest country with an economy of more than 210 million people, has long…
TORONTO — Ontario’s Office of the Chief Coroner has announced that a public inquest will be held into the death of 27-year-old Kevin Mamakwa, who died while in custody at the Thunder Bay Jail in 2020. The announcement was made Friday by Dr. Kevin Miller, Regional Supervising Coroner for the North Region, Thunder Bay Office. “Dr. Kevin Miller, Regional Supervising Coroner, North Region, Thunder Bay Office, has announced that an inquest will be held into the death of Kevin Mamakwa,” the Ministry of the Solicitor General said in its statement. Background of the Case Mr. Mamakwa died on June 2,…
CAMPBELL RIVER, B.C. —The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) has announced the official opening of a permanent, fully accessible washroom facility at Hagel Park, a significant addition to one of Area D’s most popular recreational spaces. The SRD said the new facility responds to community demand and reflects both the park’s growing popularity and the district’s broader efforts to expand public amenities. “Hagel Park has developed into Area D’s most popular public park for recreation and leisure, providing a relaxing rural park environment that is a well-loved destination for residents and visitors alike,” the regional government stated in its announcement. Meeting…
TORONTO — The inquest into the death of 35-year-old Mark Paul Joseph Beskorowany, which was scheduled to begin next week, has been postponed, according to a brief announcement released Friday by Ontario’s Ministry of the Solicitor General. The inquest had been set to open on September 15, 2025, but the presiding officer has ordered the proceedings delayed. The Ministry did not provide a reason for the postponement, stating only that “further information will follow when it becomes available.” The move leaves unanswered questions for both the family of the deceased and the broader community. Inquests, which are public hearings conducted…
Cambridge, ON — The City of Cambridge will celebrate the grand reopening of the newly renovated Preston Memorial Auditorium on Saturday, September 27, inviting the public to see firsthand the revitalized facility that city officials say will serve as a new hub of community activity. The all-day celebration will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, tours, family-friendly programming, and the home opener for the Cambridge Rivulettes hockey team. The event is free to attend, with festivities scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A Landmark Reimagined Preston Memorial Auditorium, a fixture of Cambridge’s sporting and cultural landscape, has undergone a significant two-year renovation…