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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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Showing: 41-50Taste of the Danforth could return if Toronto partners, Premier Ford says
Ontario Premier Doug Ford offered provincial funding to help revive the Taste of the Danforth this summer if the City of Toronto also contributes; city officials say budgeted funds exist while the Greektown BIA has not yet confirmed a plan.
Millennial Acres celebrates the Year of the Horse in Cowichan Bay
Owner and head coach Shandelle Mathusz leads Cowichan Bay’s Millennial Acres as it marks the Chinese Year of the Horse, highlighting horsemanship, community and youth development. The stable has about 15 horses and just under 20 students and is accepting more riders.
B.C. bakeries team up to support children through Milk and Cookies for Canuck Place
Milk and Cookies for Canuck Place returns Feb. 26 with B.C. bakeries selling special treats and BC Dairy matching donations up to $30,000 to support Canuck Place Children's Hospice.
Portage Terriers mark Louis Riel Day with 5-0 shutout
The Portage Terriers beat the Northern Manitoba Blizzard 5-0 on Louis Riel Day before a season-high crowd, and the club partnered with the Manitoba Metis Federation for Métis-themed jerseys and pre-game cultural ceremonies.
Delta's extreme weather shelters open for three nights
Delta has opened two extreme weather response shelters overnight on Feb. 18–20 after the Homelessness Services Association of BC extended an alert for freezing temperatures.
Community Timber Pavilion on Exeter school field by Neiheiser Argyros.
The Exeter Road Pavilion is a small timber shelter by Neiheiser Argyros on a former school playing field in Exeter, England, with a pitched roof, open sides and built-in perimeter seating.
Shernett Martin on dismantling anti-Black racism in Vaughan.
Shernett Martin, executive director of ANCHOR in Vaughan, reflects on decades of grassroots activism that helped shape an anti-Black racism strategy at the York Region District School Board and led a campaign to rename a Vaughan high school.
Home ownership dream for one local family is about to come true
Rent Live Own will announce the winner of its Home for the Holidays campaign and will provide up to $12,000 in setup and down-payment support so the family can choose a home on the MLS or from the company's properties.
Hunter Brothers to play Ponoka Stampede mainstage on June 30
The Hunter Brothers will perform on the Ponoka Stampede mainstage on June 30, marking their first appearance at the event. The Saskatchewan country group has recorded since 2016 and their latest EP is All Kinds of Country.
Sensorial scalp care systems introduce Lavender and Lychee collection.
Mielle's dermatologist-reviewed Lavender and Lychee Scalp Collection is a sulfate-free system for curly and coily hair that uses Pyrithione Zinc and niacinamide to address visible flakes and support the scalp barrier.