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Orillia's Pay It Forward Choir plans spring concert on June 3
The Orillia Vocal Ensemble, a 60‑member community choir, will present its annual spring concert on June 3 at St. Paul's Centre to raise funds for the Orillia Museum of Art and History youth programming; the choir has raised more than $65,000 for local charities to date.
Mohawk College is laser-focused on meeting industry needs through a shipyard partnership.
Mohawk College has partnered with Hanwha Ocean and Ontario Shipyards to create a learning hub at Hamilton's port, and the college expects to add about 1,000–1,200 training seats over time.
Laugh for Lake Simcoe returns and is coming to downtown Newmarket.
Laugh for Lake Simcoe will be held May 21 at 7 p.m. at Newmarket's Old Town Hall; it is the fundraiser's fifth year and the first time the event is in Newmarket.
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Showing: 731-740Rakuten Medical and LOTTE Biologics sign manufacturing agreement to support global oncology program
Rakuten Medical and LOTTE Biologics announced a contract manufacturing agreement at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference for LOTTE to produce monoclonal antibody intermediates and conjugates to support Rakuten Medical's Alluminox photoimmunotherapy program.
Sun Peaks Film Festival returns with curated films and local shorts
The sixth annual Sun Peaks Film Festival runs Jan. 15–17 at the Sun Peaks Centre, featuring a selection from the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival World Tour and a Local Filmmaker's Contest on Saturday.
Stage adaptation of Agatha Christie classic takes killer off-the-rails approach
The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre production of Murder on the Orient Express features Brian Perchaluk's art-deco locomotive set and a 30-foot revolving stage that moves scenes through train cars as Hercule Poirot investigates a passenger's murder.
Curler Sandy MacEwan finally realizes Brier dream
Sandy MacEwan, 40, defeated defending champion John Epping 6-5 to win the Northern Ontario men's curling championship in North Bay and secure his first provincial title and a spot at the Brier, which begins Feb. 27 in St. John's.
Kimberley Alpine Resort raises $14,500 for Angel Flight at Community Day
Kimberley Alpine Resort's Community Day on Jan. 11 raised $14,500 for Angel Flight East Kootenay, a volunteer group that flies patients to Kelowna for specialist medical appointments.
Trio Gold Corp. announces resignation of director Daniel Tataryn
Trio Gold Corp. announced that director Daniel Tataryn has resigned and the board now consists of Harvey Mackenzie, Emily Lerner, Harry Ruskowsky and Michael Lerner.
Kitimat council approves $125,000 for Day Shelter while long-term funding questions remain
Kitimat council approved a $125,000 AHIOF grant to support the Tamitik Status of Women's Day Shelter for 2026; councillors raised concerns that the District could end up covering the program's full $250,020.70 budget.
Recycling pick-up delays continue in Midtown Toronto neighbourhood
Residents on Winnett Avenue say recycling scheduled for Jan. 2 went uncollected on one side of the street and later pick-ups were partial; the change comes after the province moved the program to Circular Materials and GFL. Local councillor Josh Matlow criticized the rollout while Premier Doug Ford defended the upload and said officials are meeting to resolve issues.
Guns and Hoses match returns to Ashcroft on Jan. 31.
The sixth annual Guns and Hoses charity hockey match will be held at Drylands Arena in Ashcroft on Jan. 31, and proceeds will benefit the Ashcroft Volunteer Firefighters' Association.
Madonna House: A New Catholic's Introduction to the Community.
A 23-year-old new Catholic traveled by bus to Madonna House in Combermere, Ontario, and was received by community members; after initial discomfort she worked in the kitchen and on the farm, experienced moments of peace, and decided to extend her visit to learn more.