Ice time cuts at Heron Park Arena
By Sue VinePresident, West Hill Minor Hockey Association For more than 70 years, Heron Park Arena has been home to the West Hill Minor Hockey Association (WHMHA). Generations of families have come through its...
Neethan Shan returning to Toronto City Hall as the new councillor-elect for Ward 25, Scarborough-Rouge River
Shan, who represented the former ward of Scarborough-Rouge River almost eight years ago, is now the new councillor-elect for Ward 25. Neethan Shan has served as a school board trustee and city councillor at...
Pollinator garden celebration at Tony Stacey Centre
On September 13, Rouge Butterflyway volunteers held an event to celebrate the native gardens they created at the Stacey Centre and reveal their new pollinator garden sign. By Kathryn Stocks The Rouge Butterflyway celebrated...
Mark Varvas loves working with students and their families
By Kathy Rowe Enthusiastic, energetic and focused! These are words to describe Mark Varvas, the new principal at Sir Oliver Mowat. Mark began his teaching career in 1999, and 10 years later he was...
Local school honours Orange Shirt Day
Residential school survivor Phyllis Webstad founded Orange Shirt Day, which is honoured on Sept. 30. By Amanda Pompilii On Tuesday, September 30, Canada had its fourth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, as...
MPP Report October 2025
Breaking ground on Scarborough Centre Station I hope you and your family had a wonderful summer. It’s been a pleasure welcoming students back to school as we continue to prioritize education and create meaningful...
MP Report October 2025
Accelerating nation-building projects Building our economic strength at home is how we create greater certainty, security and prosperity for Canadians. In September, we advanced the first five nation-building projects by referring them to the...
This novel will shock you and make you laugh out loud
By Pamela Collins The Foundling By Ann LearySoftcover by MARYSUE Rucci Books The Foundling is an historical novel that combines serious social issues concerning women’s rights with a hilariously funny fiction that will make...
Pumpkins are the shining stars of October
By Kathryn McLean October is very much pumpkin season. Thanksgiving is all about autumn’s bounty: the last of summer’s tomatoes and corn plus all of the season’s apples, pears, pumpkins and squash. Neighbours decorate...
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CONTENTS In the land of the midnight sun more Mark Varvas loves working with students and their families more Ice time cuts at Heron Park Arena more Pumpkin Parade – A second chance for...
‘Love Scarborough’ campaign reaches $200 million!
By Denise Bacon Thanks to the generosity of donors from across the GTA, the “Love, Scarborough”campaign has officially raised $200 million! Large and small donations, fundraising events and perseverance contributed to this big number....
In the land of the midnight sun
Zodiac tour of the ice floes and icebergs in Lancaster Sound, Nunavut. By Kathryn Stocks In August, my husband and I embarked on the ultimate Canadian journey: a 16-day cruise called “Into the Northwest...
Pumpkin Parade – A second chance for your jack-o’-lanterns
By Kathy Rowe It’s almost pumpkin time! CCRA, WRCA, HCCA and WRSR will be hosting our annual community Pumpkin Parade on Saturday, November 1, rain or shine, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on...
President’s Message October 2025
Candidate forums for byelection were successful Kathy Rowe Fall has arrived and the crisp morning air reminds us of the beautiful change of season. This is my favourite time of year and I look...
Membership
Membership is only $15.00 per year per household. Please fill out our membership form using your Credit Card or Visa Debit Card or your PayPal account. Membership Chair, Denise Bacon email Why join CCRA? CCRA...
43 Division Community Police Liaison Report for September 2025
The report is compiled by 43 Division. OPEN REPORT (PDF)
Candidate video speeches for Councillor Ward 25
A by-election to fill the vacancy for Councillor Ward 25, Scarborough-Rouge Park is scheduled for Monday, September 29 (election day), with voting places open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Advance voting is September 20 and 21, from 10...
CCRA Zoning Survey
City Council will soon vote on zoning changes that would allow many types of businesses — bars, restaurants (sit-down and take-out), cannabis shops, cafés, and more — to open in houses and attached garages...
Coffee with Kathryn and Nadir Karamat
Nadir Karamat, retiring station ambassador at Rouge Hill GO station, relaxes with coffee at Mr Beans. By Kathryn Stocks Nadir Karamat has a friendly personality and a glorious smile that makes it easy to...
What if the books we read could whisper secrets from the past?
By Shelley Cooke The Echo of Old BooksA novel by Barbara DavisGenre: Historical Fiction / MysteryPublisher & Publication Year: Lake Union Publishing, 2023 If you’re the type of person who loves walking into used...
Piano to percussion: Roberta McDowell marches to a new beat
By Saumiya Balasubramaniam & Kathy Rowe “I love the people in Centennial and I especially love living by the water. We have the community centre with the library. We have everything here!” Roberta McDowell,...
Late summer harvests brings bounty to local farmers
By Kathryn McLean September often feels like the end of summer. Labour Day weekend, back-to-school, and the (sometimes) cooler weather signal summer is coming to a close. On the bright side, however, many vegetable...
“Hot Fun in the Summertime”
Young lady swings to the Port United Band’s beat during the Port Union Community Summer Concert Series sponsored by the CCRA. Motivated by rhythms from the band and joy of the evening, she and...
MPP Report September 2025
Dear Centennial Community, I hope you and your families are doing well and making the most of the summer season! It has been a pleasure to spend time out in the community over the...
British Pride Bakery opens its doors
Tony and Leanne Armstrong, proud owners of the newly opened British Pride Bakery, welcome customers with a taste of traditional British treats. By Pamela Collins After many years in business, Wimpy’s Diner has closed...
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