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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
As there are 20 registered candidates, rather than a debate, the forums will feature a “candidates”marketplace and residents can meet candidates and receive campaign literature.