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Toronto doctor from the U.S. receives invitation to apply for permanent residence
Dr. Michael Antil, an American family physician who moved to Canada in 2023, received an invitation from Canada's Immigration Department to apply for permanent residence through a new talent stream prioritizing foreign physicians; about 390 people were selected in the inaugural draw.
Margie Singleton retires after 18 years as CEO of Vaughan Public Libraries
Margie Singleton will retire on Feb. 27 after 18 years as CEO of Vaughan Public Libraries; Lisa McDonough is named to succeed her.
Oshawa artist says diverse art scene needs more visibility
Elle de Lyon, a storyteller and program director with R.I.S.E. Edutainment, says Oshawa's arts scene is becoming more diverse but that visible, welcoming spaces are still needed; she has joined the city's community DEI committee and R.I.S.E. is planning festival programming after receiving Ontario Arts Council funding.
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Dr. Michael Antil, an American family physician who moved to Canada in 2023, received an invitation from Canada's Immigration Department to apply for permanent residence through a new talent stream prioritizing foreign physicians; about 390 people were selected in the inaugural draw.
Margie Singleton retires after 18 years as CEO of Vaughan Public Libraries
Margie Singleton will retire on Feb. 27 after 18 years as CEO of Vaughan Public Libraries; Lisa McDonough is named to succeed her.
Oshawa artist says diverse art scene needs more visibility
Elle de Lyon, a storyteller and program director with R.I.S.E. Edutainment, says Oshawa's arts scene is becoming more diverse but that visible, welcoming spaces are still needed; she has joined the city's community DEI committee and R.I.S.E. is planning festival programming after receiving Ontario Arts Council funding.
Ella Shelton wins Olympic silver as Ingersoll fans gather
Students and staff at Ingersoll District Collegiate Institute held a watch party to support alumna Ella Shelton while Canada took silver after an overtime loss to the United States.
Family launches fruit orchard and shares the challenges and rewards
Kelvin Hildebrandt and his family are building Windhover Orchard near Miami, Manitoba, and now manage about 2,000 apple trees after years of learning grafting, propagation and orchard care. In 2025 they harvested roughly 4,535 kilograms of apples sold at farmers' markets, and Hildebrandt plans additional grafting and trials of new varieties.
Toronto's Winter Stations returns and residents still love it
Winter Stations has returned to Woodbine Beach with five installations by North American artists, drawing a near-200 opening-day crowd according to attendees; the free exhibit runs until Mar. 30.
New homeowners named for Habitat for Humanity build in Portage la Prairie
A family who immigrated from the Philippines was selected as the new homeowners for Habitat for Humanity's Portage la Prairie project, and the local chapter plans to break ground this April or May.
Aurora Cultural Centre aims to be a cultural leader and hub with new five‑year plan
The Aurora Cultural Centre presented its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan to Aurora council, aiming to become a recognized cultural leader and artistic hub while keeping programming accessible and working closely with the Town.
Volunteer opportunities at Portage Learning Centre expand with new programs
The Portage Learning and Literacy Centre will hold a volunteer orientation and open house on Feb. 25 at 4:30 p.m. as it seeks volunteers for ESL, a new conversational French program and other community roles.
Rideshare launches fund to assist local students in Northern Ontario
Thunder Bay-based Uride created a $20,000 Student Support Fund to award four $5,000 grants to students in communities where it operates; applicants must be students who live in a Uride city and have an active account.