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Monthly Archives: September 2025

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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...

Read more September 30, 2025 at 7:00 am wpadmin

43 Division Community Police Liaison Report for September 2025

The report is compiled by 43 Division. OPEN REPORT (PDF)

Read more September 29, 2025 at 7:45 pm wpadmin

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...

Read more September 19, 2025 at 2:30 pm wpadmin

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...

Read more September 5, 2025 at 11:00 am wpadmin

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...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:05 am wpadmin

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...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:04 am wpadmin

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,...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:04 am wpadmin

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...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:03 am wpadmin

“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...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:03 am wpadmin

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...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:02 am wpadmin

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...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:02 am wpadmin

New leadership at Highland Creek RCL Branch 258!

Building on tradition, Carson Duncan charts a new path for the Highland Creek Legion. He is planning to curate a variety of entertainment to perform at future events like the “Farewell to Summer” BBQ...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:01 am wpadmin

Rouge Convenience store will be back

Rouge Convenience store on Port Union Rd. at Fanfare after criminal attack by an excavator. By Denise Bacon “I was so shocked! When the police contacted us, I thought it was a break-in. When...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:01 am wpadmin

Download CCRA Centennial News

CONTENTS “Hot Fun in the Summertime” more Rouge Convenience store will be back more Crowded contest to fill open council seat more Coffee with Kathryn and Nadir Karamat more Status update on multiplex developments...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:00 am wpadmin

MP Report September 2025

322 Summer Jobs Helping Youth Succeed: This summer, our government delivered over 76,000 Canada Summer Jobs, with 322 right here in Scarborough—Guildwood—Rouge Park. With more positions than usual, many youth gained valuable work experience...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:00 am wpadmin

Status update on multiplex developments in Ward 25

By RK Cobb Last June, Toronto City Council voted on whether to permit six-unit buildings (sixplexes) city-wide. Their decision was a compromise, allowing sixplexes in 9 wards, while the remaining 16 wards, including our...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:00 am wpadmin

Crowded contest to fill open council seat

Kathy Rowe On Monday, September 29, we will vote for a new Ward 25 city councillor who will replace our former councillor Jennifer McKelvie. Residents are looking forward to finally having a councillor in...

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:00 am wpadmin

President’s Message September 2025

Saying goodbye – and staying connected By Kathy Rowe Greetings Centennial!  What a warm summer that was.  I don’t think I have ever seen so many brown lawns and park spaces in the community....

Read more September 1, 2025 at 8:00 am wpadmin

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