U.S. prevents him from returning home to Sarasota
A former Centennial resident who has lived in the U.S. for the past 30 years was refused entry to thatcountry when he tried to return a year ago. By Kathryn Stocks Meet David. He...
Councillor’s Message June 2026
Updates for the Centennial community Centennial Park ImprovementsAt our Winter Centennial Neighbourhood Community Forum, we heard from parents and residents about the dire condition of the Centennial Rd. Park and the need to revitalize...
New condos mark a turning point for Centennial
Our area is evolving into a denser, transit-oriented corridor with the Narrative condos near Port Union Rd. By Don Lawrence and Amaan Jabbar Positioned near Kingston Rd. and Port Union, the two-tower Narrative condominium...
New leadership at the Port Union Library
Head librarian Joey Milligan hopes to introduce a weekly STEAM and STEM program in the summer. By Shelley Cooke The Port Union Library has welcomed a new head librarian, Joey Milligan, who recently joined...
MPP Report June 2026
Increasing GO service on the weekends I hope you and your families are doing well. As the weather gets warmer, I’m looking forward to connecting with residents and celebrating at local events and festivals...
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CONTENTS Thirty years at Centennial Road! More Make friends and memories close to home this summer More U.S. prevents him from returning home to Sarasota More New condos mark a turning point for Centennial...
Make friends and memories close to home this summer
Grace Church on Port Union Road, offers specialized, day-long summer camps that are open to the public, and offer a safe, high-energy environment where kids learn, play, and grow. Run by trained summer staff...
Thirty years at Centennial Road!
Mr. Jordan Holmes has been teaching at Centennial Road Junior Public School since 1996. During that time his teams have won 16 City Championships across five different sports: volleyball, ice hockey, flag football, slow...
Classic children’s mystery stories still delight
By Amanda Pompilii Nancy Drew: The Secret of the Old ClockBy Carolyn KeenePublisher and Publication Year: Simon and Schuster, 1930 The Hardy Boys: The Tower TreasureBy Franklin W. DixonPublisher and Publication Year: Simon and...
Eating outdoors is a summer highlight
Veggies with yogurt dip are perfect for al fresco dining. By Kathryn McLean Ah, June. That means it’s summertime with bright mornings and long evenings enjoyed just sitting on the porch or watering gardens,...
Cleaning, greening and quieting Centennial
If you’re in the market for a new lawnmower, leaf blower or trimmer, consider going electric. You’ll love how quiet they are and your neighbours will appreciate it, too. By Tom Rataj The growing...
Summer safety starts at home
Ask a neighbour to collect your mail, bring in garbage bins, and pick up packages while you’re away. By Kazi Anwar (Vice President, Community Police Liaison) Recent increases in break-and-enter incidents across the Centennial...
MP Report June 2026
We’re providing Canadian flags to constituents We are almost there! Spring is in bloom, the weather is getting warmer, and summer is just around the corner. With that, I am pleased to share some...
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...
President’s Message June 2026
Special thanks to our Centennial News team! By Kathy Rowe Good day, readers! This June issue of Centennial News will be our final issue while we take a rest for July and August. I...
Summertime fun in the community
By Kathy Rowe There are a number of summer events heading our way and I am happy to report the details. The Port Union Waterfront Festival kicks off the summer fun on Saturday, June...
Locally blended tea a perfect gift for mom
Robin Paisley wanted to keep busy during COVID so she started the Crafted Tea Company. By Kathryn Stocks When her exciting job as a conference and event planner came to a grinding halt when...
Book for young readers explores the power of helping others
By Pamela Collins A Drop of HopeAuthor: Keith CalabresePublisher: Scholastic Press Meet 6th graders Ernest, Ryan, Lizzie and their teacher, Mr. Earle. They all live in the town of Cliffs Donnelly. The sign going...
We welcomed EcoSpark to our Earth Day event
Donna Rice, right, is chair of the board at EcoSpark and Aurien Grace is a volunteer. By Kathy Rowe EcoSpark is an environmental charity connecting people to their local natural environment through education, monitoring...
Celebrating the community during Centennial Week
Centennial Week was a meaningful opportunity to connect more deeply with our community. From April 6 to 12, our team knocked on 2,000 doors and had many thoughtful conversations with residents about what matters...
On the road: scenic views and maritime rhythms
On the pier in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia By John Murphy Wondering what to do this summer? Friends of ours asked us that last year and since we had a family reunion coming up in...
Building a competitive, resilient economy
I hope you and your families are doing well. Our government recently announced the 2026 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario. In the midst of tariffs and economic uncertainty, we are continuing to...
We reached a milestone with our first 100 issues!
Kathy Rowe browses some of the 100 issues of Centennial News at the Scarborough Archives & Research Centre. By Kathryn Stocks We don’t usually toot our own horn here at Centennial News, but we...
Protecting your bike from thieves
By Kazi Anwar As the weather warms up, more people pull their bikes out and hit the road. Riding a bike is great exercise, saves money on gas, and lets you enjoy the sunshine....
Why we need to support Canadian media
By Shelley Cooke Despite the widespread availability of international news outlets, supporting Canadian media is vital to keeping Canadians informed about the issues and decisions that shape our lives. In recent years, Canada’s media...
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