My amazing 4 day journeyaboard ‘The Canadian’
Beautiful views from the Canadian‘s dome car. By Denise Bacon Oh Canada! How lucky we are to call this our home and native or chosen land. A train trip on VIA’s The Canadian train...
Councillor’s Message March 2026
Highlights from the 2026 Budget This winter has been especially cold, yet our Centennial community has continued to show warmth, resilience, and strong neighbourhood spirit. Throughout the season, we worked closely with residents, community...
From the page to the stage for two Mowat students
Emily O’Regan and Isabelle D’Sousa on the set of their co‑written script of this year’s National Theatre School production By Shelley Cooke What began as a shared idea two years ago has grown into...
Consider a mystery book exchange this March Break
For instructions, watch “Easy Origami Bookmark Corner – How to Make a Corner Bookmark DIY” on the Red Ted Art (Maggy Woodley) YouTube channel, and “How to Wrap Books with Pockets for Unique Gifts”...
MPP Report March 2026
I hope you and your families are doing well. My team had an amazing time being part of the Port Union Winterfest. Every year, this highly anticipated event brings the community together, and it...
Red light doesn’t stop repair cafe
Centennial resident John Hodge joins Joseph Chan and Abdallah Kassem, all Repair Cafe volunteers, along with traffic light owner Jill MacMillan as she holds up the fixed sign. By Jill Macmillan The Repair Café...
Artisan bread and bagels rise in Centennial
Brandon Timney holds freshly baked loaves of ‘Four Cubs Original’ sourdough bread. By Shelley Cooke The smell of fresh bread fills Brandon Timney’s kitchen every morning as he bakes eight loaves and 24 bagels...
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CONTENTS Red light doesn’t stop repair cafe more My amazing 4 day journey aboard ‘The Canadian’ more Autism: From acceptance to inclusion more From the page to the stage for two Mowat students more...
MP Report March 2026
On February 10, our country was shaken by tragic news from Tumbler Ridge. My heart breaks for the families, friends, and loved ones of all the victims as they grieve an unimaginable loss. In...
Lawson Road culvert rehabilitation
Lawson Road construction between Cedarview Drive and Irvine Road will be in effect until late May. By John Murphy You may have noticed that the work on the Lawson Road Culvert over the Centennial...
Fresh ideas for eating more vegetables
Fresh vegetables and fruits: an easy step toward healthier eating By Kathryn McLean A friend recently told me she feels her family should be eating more vegetables and asked for ideas on how to...
Author Hasina Knox’s Longing to Belong: An Orphan’s Story
Author Hasina Knox. Her memoir, Longing to Belong: An Orphan’s Story, explores her journey of identity and belonging. By Pamela Collins Hasina Knox is a local Scarborough author living in the Malvern community. She...
Autism: From acceptance to inclusion
From the left: Shylo (top) and Suhair Clarke at a market with Luxx Body Beauty products. Michael Santos (right) with his mother Christine By Janice Bennink Nowhere does the phrase “it takes a village”...
President’s Message March 2026
February 15 was National Flag of Canada Day, otherwise referred to as “Flag Day”. It marked the anniversary of the first official raising of Canada’s flag on Parliament Hill in Ottawa in 1965. Our...
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...
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CONTENTS Port Union Winterfest packedwith family activities more Waddle I do without you? more Being a mother helped local author write stories for kids more Convenience store on Port Union is back! more Three...
Things to do in the neighbourhood for Valentine’s Day
Saint Valentine was a third-century priest. He is portrayed healing epilepsy in this illustration by Dr. František Ehrmann, c.1899. By Amanda Pompilii On Saturday, February 14, thousands of Canadians will be celebrating Valentine’s Day....
Three theatre companies dazzle Scarborough audiences
Val Lusted was the producer of the play “Witness for the Prosecution” at Scarborough Village Theatre in January By Denise Bacon and Kathy Rowe A magical venue in Scarborough is calling to all of...
A sweet treat for those special days
These delicious chocolate-cinnamon cupcakes can be topped in a variety of ways. By Kathryn McLean February is very much still winter according to the calendar and as far as the weather goes. We continue...
Being a mother helped local author write stories for kids
Saumiya Balasubramanian has written three children’s books: When I Found Grandma, Two Drops of Brown in a Cloud of White, and When I Visited Grandma. By Pamela Collins Saumiya Balasubramanian is an author in...
Waddle I do without you?
The Toronto Zoo’s African penguins are located in a special habitat designed to support the colony and keep them active with swimming and diving. By Don Lawrence Who doesn’t love an African penguin? With...
President’s Message February 2026
By Kathy Rowe Winterfest 2026 will likely be remembered as one of the snowiest and coldest Winterfests on record. Thankfully, the sun was shining, the wind was minimal, and the event was a great...
Councillor’s Message February 2026
Investing in our neighbourhood in 2026 As we begin 2026, there’s a lot happening in Scarborough–Rouge Park. From City budget decisions to neighbourhood park upgrades, my focus remains on delivering practical improvements while making...
Honouring Black brilliance across generations
Rella Braithwaite’s writing and research recorded the history of Blacks in Canada. By Kathryn Stocks February is Black History Month, and this year’s theme is: “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance...
MPP Report February 2026
Building Ontario’s first underwater transmission line I hope you and your families are doing well. Our government continues to make meaningful progress on the issues that matter most to people, including improving access to...
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