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March 14th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON The Creative Community Hive is hosting a free drop- in open art studio at the Orchard Community Hub ,2400 Sutton Drive, Burlington . We are a creative arts platform in Burlington offering a variety of FREE programs for older adults.
Chilax – was a new word for me. Chill and relax.
March 14th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
NEW ONLINE MODEL REGISTRATION IS OPEN  Examples of past model entries. Organized in conjunction with the IPMS Hamilton Modellers Club, HeritageCon is widely regarded as Canada’s greatest plastic scale model contest and sale. It’s not just a contest — it’s a full-day celebration of craftsmanship, aviation history,
Time: 9 am to 5 pm Admission: Admission Tickets and Model Registration will not be available at the door. Adult (age 18+) $20.00 Model Contest Registration – upon purchasing your Model Contest Registration, you will receive an email with instructions and a link to add your model(s). Model Contest Registration closes on March 28 at 11:59 pm. Free admission for museum members and children 5 & under. Complimentary passes are not valid for this special event. No exchanges or refunds. Registration and Tickets HERE
March 11, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
Tweet Tweet! is a 30-minute contemporary circus performance experience for our youngest audience, aged 0-5 years and their caregivers. The show takes place on a magical tree apparatus. The performers move from the nests, up into the aerial tree canopy, through the rope tree trunk, and on the floor. There is a large forest floor carpet that lies beneath the tree branches for the audience to sit and lie on. Tweet Tweet! is the story of a magical tree and two young birds that discover each other, play, and learn to fly in its branches.  Contemporary circus performance experience for our youngest audience, aged 0-5 years. Dates & TimesThu, Mar 19, 2026 | 10am + 12pm + 2pm VenueCommunity Studio Theatre
March 11th, 2025 BURLINGTON, ON The Performing Arts Centre has put together programming for the Spring Break (Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 20) Curious George will be on the stage.
All-you-can-eat meatball day came just once a year. George had been waiting all month for that day, a day almost bigger than his birthday! On Meatball Day, George helped his friend, Chef Pisghetti, cook some delicious meatballs and serve them to the hungry crowd. But this year, the crowd had vanished! Something was keeping people away… something pretty big. And that something was Phinneas T. Lightspeed and his speedy Meatballs-o-Matic machine. In despair, Chef Pisghetti vows to cook no more. Determined to help his friend, George goes on a mission to enter the Chef’s meatballs in the world-famous Golden Meatball Contest in Rome. Audience: Pre-K – 3rd grade; ages 4-9 Tickets HERE
March 10th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON This article has been revised The National Theatre School DramaFest formerly known as the Sears Drama Festival, has been running for 80 years as of 2026. Founded in 1946, it is a long-standing Ontario-based youth theatre festival that has been presented by the National Theatre School of Canada since 2017 Thousands of careers started on those stages.  Zainab Majid, Michelle Stern, August Frade Two Burlington High Schools will take part in the Western Regional Showcase at the Gravenhurst Opera House, the week of April 20, 2026. From March 4th to March 7th Students from Halton High Schools competed in the first round of performances. The following schools participated. Nelson High School, Disconnected M.M. Robinson High School, No Cause for Concern Milton District High School, Rory and Sonny White Oaks Secondary School, Still Perfectly Fine St. Ignatius of Loyola Secondary School, How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery T.A. Blakelock High School, 20 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind Assumption Catholic Secondary School, Fortress Burlington Central High School, The 146 Point Flame McLachlan College, You’re Only Craig Kielburger Secondary School, Crime and E-punishment Advancing to Regionals (Outstanding Production Winners)  Cast and crew of the Nelson High School students who produced Disconnected They will go on to the South Regional Showcase in Hamilton in April. These three outstanding production winners, two from Burlington, advance to the Western Regional Showcase
The winners of the Ontario competition will compete nationally with schools from three other provinces.
March 8th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
Sunday, March 15, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Central Library Centennial HallAdmission is free–
March 6th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
The Burlington Art Gallery is looking for a number of new Directors.
Who We’re Looking For Legal & Regulatory Oversight. Strong understanding of governance, statutory compliance, and enterprise risk management within the not-for-profit sector. Capacity to provide disciplined oversight during organizational change and public scrutiny, including fiduciary duties, regulatory obligations, policy development, and risk mitigation. Ability to ensure transparency, accountability, and reputational integrity as the organization navigates critical transitions. Financial Stewardship Expertise in accounting, audit, financial strategy, capital planning, or fundraising oversight. Technical fluency to actively contribute on the Finance & Audit Committee with oversight of budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and risk management. Confidence to guide sound fiscal decision-making during periods of strategic growth and resource development. Governance & Board Leadership Demonstrated board experience with sound, independent judgment and commitment to best-practice governance standards. Readiness and capacity to serve in senior-level roles (Committee Chair, Board Officer) as part of succession planning. Ability to strengthen board effectiveness and provide strategic leadership during organizational evolution and renewal. At this time, we are seeking candidates with proven expertise in one or more of the following specific areas: Community Catalysis & Ambassadorship Established community networks and demonstrated fundraising capacity to serve as visible advocate for arts and culture across civic, philanthropic, and business sectors. Ability to open doors, build strategic partnerships, strengthen stakeholder confidence, and amplify organizational value during growth and transformation. Capacity to act as connector and catalyst—enhancing reputation and supporting sustainable resource development What You’ll Do Shape a lasting legacy. Attend monthly Board meetings. Participate actively in at least one Board Committee Support signature AGB events and initiatives Uphold the highest standards of integrity and stewardship Make a Meaningful Impact Serving on the AGB Board is more than a volunteer role—it’s an opportunity to shape the cultural future of Burlington at a defining moment in the gallery’s evolution. Guide decisions that safeguard long-term sustainability, strengthen governance, build financial resilience, and protect public trust for generations to come. Connect community to culture. Act as an ambassador and catalyst, opening doors, building partnerships, and deepening civic pride through cultural stewardship. Expand your influence. Collaborate alongside experienced community and sector leaders, enhancing your professional network while applying your expertise at the governance level. Drive real impact. See your strategic contributions directly benefit artists, audiences, and the cultural vitality of our region. Directors serve three-year terms (renewable up to three consecutive terms) and: Comprehensive orientation and ongoing governance training are provided to set you up for success. Your Commitment: If you’re ready to apply your leadership at the governance level and play a defining role in Burlington’s cultural future, we want to hear from you. Join Us: Submit your cover letter and CV to board@agb.life by March 31, 2026. Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 Information Session (in-person at the AGB): April 7, 2026 Interviews: Late April – Early May Board Approval: Late May Annual General Meeting: June 18, 2026 For inquiries: board@agb.life
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The Art Gallery of Burlington is a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to fostering meaningful connections through the exploration of contemporary art and craft. Located in the heart of Burlington, we are a dynamic space where creativity, community, and culture converge. At the Art Gallery of Burlington, we pride ourselves on delivering thought-provoking exhibitions and engaging public programs. Our gallery is home to an impressive collection of contemporary Canadian ceramics, which serves as a cornerstone for our exhibitions and educational initiatives. By exploring the intersection of contemporary art and craft, we offer a unique perspective that challenges traditional boundaries and encourages new ways of thinking and creating. We are guided by core beliefs, each ensuring our relevance: Innovation: We believe in innovation and the role that experimentation, curiosity, creativity and enjoyment play in pushing boundaries and exploring new ground. Partnership We foster community building, collaboration and outreach through open dialogue and active listening, and encourage active participation and view all who engage with us as part of our story and experience. Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Excellence We pride ourselves on professionalism, artistic excellence, and meaningful social impact. We respect individuals from all backgrounds and identities, with diverse life experiences, and acknowledge our connectedness, commonalities and shared humanity.
For detailed information about the AGB please visit our website: agb.life. Integrity We recognize that transparency and careful stewardship of resources are essential to our operations and that fostering a culture of connection and belonging in our workforce and board drives our business success and shared fiscal responsibility, creating resilience and demonstrating accountability. The Art Gallery of Burlington is a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to fostering meaningful connections through the exploration of contemporary art and craft. Located in the heart of Burlington, we are a dynamic space where creativity, community, and culture converge. At the Art Gallery of Burlington, we pride ourselves on delivering thought-provoking exhibitions and engaging public programs. Our gallery is home to an impressive collection of contemporary Canadian ceramics, which serves as a cornerstone for our exhibitions and educational initiatives. By exploring the intersection of contemporary art and craft, we offer a unique perspective that challenges traditional boundaries and encourages new ways of thinking and creating. We are guided by core beliefs, each ensuring our relevance:
February 26th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON  Ontario Science Centre – closed down based on reports of roof problems. Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming (MTCG) have awarded a fixed price contract of $1.04 billion to Ontario Science Partners to design, build, finance and maintain a new state-of-the-art Ontario Science Centre facility.  Rendering: Linked to the Cinesphere The new Ontario Science Centre will be located on the mainland at Ontario Place and will include the preservation of the historic Cinesphere and Pod complex. First question: Who are the Ontario Science Partners ?
The new Ontario Science Centre is being delivered using a Design Build Finance Maintain (DBFM) model. Key benefits of a DBFM model include risk transfer to the private sector over the life of the project agreement, greater cost and schedule certainty, greater potential for design and construction efficiencies, as well as innovation and higher maintenance quality encouraged through performance-based service payments over the 30-year term. Based on precedent experience, a DBFM procurement model typically has delivered value for money savings in the range of 15% to 22% compared to undertaking the same projects using traditional delivery models.  Rendering of the proposed new Science Centre
February 26th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
The sweetest time of year returns starting on February 28, 2026, as Maple Season kicks off at Conservation Halton’s parks. Running on weekends, holidays, and March Break until April 5, 2026, this cherished tradition invites guests to experience the transformation of maple tree sap into syrup at Mountsberg’s Maple Town and explore the Indigenous origins of maple sugaring at Crawford Lake Conservation Area.  Natures gift
In the sugar bush at Mountsberg’s Maple Town, visitors can watch sap transform into syrup in the evaporator, warm up by a fireside lounge, or help their kids become ‘certified’ Sugar Rangers through fun challenges. Sweet samples of maple sugar and fresh syrup await, along with syrup drizzled pancakes at the Pancake Pavilion and maple treats available at the Country Store and Discovery Centre Gift Shop. New this year, Maple Town extends beyond daylight hours with Syrup & Starlight, an exclusive two-night evening experience on March 7 and 28. Guests can enjoy a moonlit wagon ride, an exclusive tour of the Sugar Bush, an Indigenous food tasting, live fiddle music, and more. This limited-capacity event offers a magical new way to experience Maple Season after dark.  A couple of sausages on the side would make this a perfect meal. Guests looking to enhance their visit can add a wagon ride or a maple sugar making workshop to their visit, or Talons & Tailfeathers for an up-close encounter with Mountsberg’s resident birds of prey. Maple Town visitors will learn about the history of sugar making from its Indigenous origins and early iron kettles to modern techniques, and about how Conservation Halton staff steward the sugar bush today. At Crawford Lake Conservation Area, Sweet Water Season highlights the rich Indigenous heritage of maple sugaring. Guests can visit the Spirit of the Lake exhibit featuring works by Indigenous artists and an interactive holographic experience, then step back in time at the reconstructed 15th-century Longhouse Village, when maple sugaring marked the first harvest of the year. Sweet Water Talks run throughout the day, inviting visitors to gather in the Longhouse Village and learn about how maple sugar was traditionally prepared in this part of Ontario. Guided tastings offer the chance to compare the unique colours and flavours of maple and birch syrups. “Maple Season is a cherished tradition for so many families, and we’re always looking for new ways to deepen the experience,” said Brenna Bartley, Education and Outreach Manager at Conservation Halton. “This year, we’re especially excited to introduce Syrup & Starlight, inviting guests to enjoy the magic of Maple Season after hours—combining the warmth of maple traditions with the beauty of the night sky will be a special experience!” For tickets, pricing, and details about Maple Season, visit conservationhalton.ca/mapleseason.
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Conservation Halton is the community-based environmental agency that protects, restores and manages the natural resources in its watershed. The organization has staff that includes ecologists, land use planners, engineers, foresters and educators, along with a network of volunteers, who are guided by a Board of Directors comprised of municipally elected and appointed citizens. Conservation Halton is recognized for its stewardship of creeks, forests and Niagara Escarpment lands through science-based programs and services. Learn more at conservationhalton.ca.
February 26th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
Saturday, February 28thth – 7:30 pm Forged in a cauldron of raging, inspiring contemporary jazz, the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio pushes the boundaries of the genre, providing an undiluted display of rampaging energy. Audiences must exercise caution. People who see this band are rarely the same again. If the Jeremy Ledbetter Trio were an inanimate object, it would be a runaway train.
On piano, Jeremy exudes nonstop energy alongside Grammy-nominated drummer Marito Marques and renowned electric bassist Rich Brown. Together, these three world-class musicians deliver up-tempo, genre-bending music unlike anything you’ve heard before.
February 19th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
Included in the list of items that would be discussed in a CLOSED session was:
Direct the Commissioner of Community Services to proceed in accordance with instructions given during closed session discussions. What does all this mean? First Council does not want to be all that transparent on just what is happening with the Lakeshore Music and Arts Festival (LM&AF) The organization does have a three-year contract with the City and they are working through the details for an event that takes place June 20th and 21st; a little more than three months away. It is a bit of a scramble for LM&MF. The organization has tremendous depth and a lot of experience. Nevertheless, they have had to go back to Council on something, and Council doesn’t want you to know all that much. No word from the City on jyst where things stand on a Festival parade. The Mayor wants it, LM&AF don’t want to be part of it, at least not this first year. No money in a parade. Councillor Sharman had the best idea – have the Teen Tour Band march along the Promenad to open the Festival. The Mayor and several of the Council members are hoping a community group comes forward and volunteers to host the event. The City has some cash, (Mayor makes mention of $50,000),they are prepared to give a community group that decides to host the parade.  The Burlington Teen Tour Band marching along the Spencer Smith Park Promenade
February 18th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
Greek mythology may not sound all that interesting – it can be. Greek mythology is essential because it provides a foundational framework for Western art, literature, and language, influencing everything from the names of planets to modern branding (e.g., Venus/Aphrodite, Medusa logo Versace). It serves as a, timeless tool for understanding human psychology, morality, and societal structures, while offering enduring,, relatable stories about the human experience. Natalie Haynes wrote No Friend to This House, a bold retelling of the myth of Jason and his Argonauts who set sail to find the Golden Fleece.
Spend an illuminating afternoon with acclaimed novelist and classicist Natalie Haynes as she discusses her new book.  Jason was best known, however, as the captain of the Argo, the ship in which the heroic Argonauts sailed to Colchis to steal the Golden Fleece. The journey is filled with danger for Jason and everyone he meets, and if he ever reaches the distant land he seeks, he faces almost certain death. Medea—priestess, witch, and daughter of a brutal king—has the power to save the life of a stranger. Will she betray her family and her home, and what will she demand in return? Medea and Jason seize their one chance at a life together, but their love is steeped in vengeance, and no one—not even those closest to them—will be safe. A Different Drummer Books will be on site with books for sale and signing after the talk. Register for this event: About the AuthorNatalie Haynes is the author of eight books, including the NYTimes nonfiction bestseller Pandora’s Jar, and the novels Stone Blind and A Thousand Ships, the latter of which was a national bestseller and short-listed for the 2020 Women’s Prize for Fiction. Haynes has written for the Times, the Independent, The Guardian, and the Observer. She lives in London, UK.
February 18th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
The library has set out some interesting programs for the March break – most of ys are working at getting through the February winter – it isn’t over yet. March Break is just around the corner, and Burlington Public Library is getting ready for a busy week filled with free, family-friendly programs for kids of all ages. From creative workshops and interactive shows to flexible drop-in activities, the library offers a welcoming place for families to learn, play, and connect—without spending a dime. “Our March Break programs are all about curiosity, creativity, and giving families a welcoming place to spend time together,” says Tammy Csajaghy, manager of programming at Burlington Public Library. “We look forward to spending March Break with you!”
Throughout the week, children can play March Break Bingo, a self-directed game available at all library locations, while supplies last. Kids can pick up a bingo card, complete four squares in a row, and return it by Sunday, March 22, to receive a sticker prize. Registered Programs March Break program registration opens on February 18 at noon. Programs fill quickly, so plan to register early. Highlights include:
Drop-In Programs For families looking for flexibility, Burlington Public Library also offers a wide range of drop-in programs—no registration required. Spaces may be limited, so arrive early to avoid disappointment. Drop-in activities include:
With programs, parking, and friendly smiles always free, Burlington Public Library looks forward to welcoming families for a week of discovery, creativity, and connection this March Break. Free to join, Burlington Public Library belongs to everyone in the community, providing open and equitable access to information, digital & print collections and resources, public computers, and a vast array of programs and services. Six full-service branches and a rural lending location offer welcoming spaces where visitors can explore, discover, reflect, learn, improve, create, and connect with others. Stay in touch with us online at bpl.on.ca, and on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook @BurlONLibrary.
February 17th,2026 BURLINGTON, ON
 Iman Kaur, Community Planner and Youth Engagement Coordinator, Community Development Halton. Iman is the staff lead for the Youth Engagement Research Team. She is pursuing a Masters of Public Policy at McMaster University, with a focus on Housing Policy. The Research Team will share their findings from their year-long research project into the facilitators and barriers impacting youth volunteer engagement in Burlington. It is the first study of its kind in Ontario, funded by the Burlington Community Foundation. The focus is on how youth perceive the value of volunteering and ways they wish systems worked to reduce uncertainties and increase involvement. The presentation is in-person only; the CDH Youth Engagement Team will be presenting the same materials online on February 25 (you can register at https://www.cdhalton.ca/event-details/youth-views-on-volunteerism-on-line-presentation)
February 15th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
 Adam Vickers, MRGLive point person. Adam Vickers was explaining to Council how the first Lakeshore Festival would play out in June of this year. Mayor Meed Ward asks:
Adam Vickers the MRGLive point person on the event said: “We’ve had conversations with city contacts, and we’ve gone down this path, and I’ve been asked this question, There are a couple different reasons we didn’t include it in the initial proposal. One was the financial side of it. We didn’t understand enough of what it took financially to put the parade on. And I’ve come to learn that past versions were free of charge to the parade participants. There’s a lot of associated costs to actually do it, street closures, you know, crew planning. “That is not to say we couldn’t do a parade, but it’s not something we have a ton of experience doing. “We would be open to exploring them for other years. I know that the parade is very important, so the other piece of that is that the sound of music was based on the parade. The Sound of Music was its own event. We are looking to separate ourselves from them and create something new. “Then that is not to say that it’s off the table?  I was just thinking, could the Teen Tour Band march down the Promenade on the Saturday morning? Councillor Paul Sharman asked: “Well, you know, I was just thinking, could the Teen Tour Band march down the Promenade on the Saturday morning if the team tour band wanted to walk down there, march down there? Vickers, not wanting to commit to anything at this point, responds: “So again, this is not something that has been confirmed, but when we first started having these discussions, my first idea was to have the marching band on Saturday come through the site, up onto the stage and do a performance as part of the festival. I love drum lines, anything where I can get a bunch of drums in one place. I think it’s such a cool idea. Sharman: “That wasn’t my question. My question was actually much more practical. Will the promenade be vacant? Will that space be open on Saturday morning? There was an opportunity to have the Teen Tour Band march down there. Vickers: “It could be done, correct.” The matter was left at that. Later in the day Staff had comments to make. The conversations that followed the MRGLive presentation are funny, a furious waste of time and reveal a need to spend as much tax payers money as they can. Council members really get into the weeds with their amendments and amendments to amendments stuff with the Motions they put forward. We will spare you as much as we can without losing the point. Mayor Meed Ward ” I get that MRG does not want to do the parade, and that’s totally fine. “I think we can keep it clean. They (MRG) are not eligible for the funding that we set aside( the $150,000) because they’re a for profit. “There is a little bit of money – we wouldn’t need anywhere near that for a parade. But I’m just wondering if staff could undertake to ( I’m not going to suggest run it) but I think there are a number of community organizations that may be willing to step forward and deliver that for us as a as a partnership or an add on to the parade, and we’ve got some ability to provide some funding for that, should a partner, step forward. “Rotary might be interested. They do festivals, even the folks that deliver this, the Santa Claus parade. For us, it’s just such a critical part of our heritage. And I did hear the the folks at MRG saying they are trying to brand their own Festival, and I absolutely get that. And so I’m not asking them to to deliver this, but I think it could be a neat add on. So what can you tell us about what we could do? I do have a motion to try my hand at whether we can get council to at least explore the options  Commissioner Jackie Johnson Commissioner Jackie Johnson, serving as the Acting CAO, said “I’ll start by saying that we do understand that this has been something that some folks have wanted to see happen. And given the shortened timeline for this year’s event and the reduced amount of days for the festival, it isn’t something, we were going to be able to deliver. I would like to have the Director of Recreation, Community and Culture, Emily Cote, as well as Manager Kim if she wants to add some context around what this would look like, and sort of the rationale around why this is something that was not going to be feasible anyway, for 2026  Director of Recreation, Community and Culture, Emily Cote. Emilie Cote: “Thanks, Jackie To reiterate kind of what Jackie said. The runway for parade is around a year. So that is typically the runway time that it takes to book bands do all the logistics. Given the short runway for MRG, that was also kind of why it wasn’t possible for them, given a lot of the new factors that are coming in this year as well, that’s also as part of the discussion. I just also wanted to point council back to the survey that we also did with the community back when we went out for a new provider. We asked folks to highlight themes and things that were imported for them. Parade didn’t show up as one of the items. So that was surprising to us. “I do want to flag that we’re, of course, at the mercy of Council and the community in terms of if we were to go forward to run something, Our preference would be to have a longer runway. Look at 2027 that would be our preference. We’ve have had conversations with certain folks already. I mentioned last time we were here around the Burlington Teen Tour band alumni, they have expressed interest in doing something, especially with the next year being a large anniversary for the band. That said, if 2026 is really where we want to head to, we would need in the upwards of $50 to $60,000 to put that together. Even if we were to look to a service club to do that, there is a large aspect of logistics that would fall on our team, regarding the road closures, all the planning, as well as the going back and forth with MRG to make sure that the logistics really fits well with their event plan. Mayor Meed Ward: Can you kind of walk us through what would be in there? Because I’m thinking, you know, a couple of grand for pay duty police officers to close the road. So how does it get up to 50 or 60,000 and is there a way to trim those expenses? Emilie Cote: “The 50k is really around all the logistics behind the road closure. It includes vehicle mitigation, there’s also on a rear ends that go out to all the bands. So that’s a part of that. There are staffing costs. There’s police cost. Attached to that marketing, communications, as well. That’s been typically the budget that our prior vendor had worked with as well. Road closure is still being finalized, so depending on what that road closure looks like, if we’re looking at a completely different parade route, the cost could go up from that as well. Mayor Meed Ward: Okay, “I’ll have more questions, but I’ll get back in line. (Members of Council can only ask two questions each time they speak). Councilor Nissan: “Thank you for the chair, just confirming that they are going out with the for-profit model for this year. Cote: ” Counselor they were exploring a not for profit arm, but just due to the runway, they weren’t able to make it happen for this year. Nisan: “So it hasn’t been the door hasn’t been closed for future years. Cote: “That’s correct. Mayor Mead Ward returns: “I recall actually taking that survey myself. And I don’t think we asked at all about the parade, so it wouldn’t have come up. But I can tell you that on June, whatever it is, 18th, when we show up and there’s no parade, I can guarantee you’re going to hear about it. We won’t be able to do anything about it then. You didn’t ask at all about the parade, so it was just silent on that matter. Correct? Cote: “Thank you for the correction. It wasn’t specifically asked. Meed Ward: Okay, so we really don’t have a line of sight in the community unless we were to do another survey and ask them how important that was and then my next question is around. “I was surprised to hear that we pay the bands an honorarium. I always thought people had to pay to be a float in the parade. Is there a way to, at least, for this year, to say, Hey, anybody that wants to participate and has a band, You’re welcome, but we’re not paying you to be there. And maybe you can contribute to the cost of it if we need them to. But I think we’ve got some funding to close the streets, and I know that it’s nowhere near 50 grand for for pay duty officers to close the street, but it’s, it’s, it’d be less than 5000 I would guess, for sure. Cote: We absolutely could do a scaled down version, you know, and what that looks like, we’d have to, we have to look at it for sure. Definitely, the runway to book bands is too small , so we’d have to see who’s available for sure. But that definitely could be something, if that’s the will of Council, and we could look at different funding models for sure. Councillor Bentivegna What are you commenting on? Staff: Commenting on the report or the mayor’s proposal? She hasn’t put it forward yet. Bentivegna: I want to wait until she puts it forward. Are you going to put it forward now. Mayor MeedWard: First of all, thank you to staff for helping with the wording. And I’m not suggesting that you agree. It’s just always helpful to have some wording in advance, so we do have that circulated with the clerk. And this is, pretty flexible. It’s pretty wide open. It’s to explore opportunities for a parade in conjunction with, not saying that MRG needs to run it. They’ve made it clear that they don’t have the bandwidth, which is totally fine. There might be a community group that could run it, and we don’t know what the costs are. I personally don’t think we need to pay honorarium for people to participate. I think we put a call out and say, who wants to participate? I think this is an important part of our music heritage and history, our marching band history, and this is an opportunity to showcase it. I don’t think it competes with the rebranding of the MRG Lakeside Festival; I think it can complement, and I think there’s opportunities even what Paul Sharman suggested to have the, you know, the Teen Tour band go down the Promenade, but I think we need to provide some direction and come to ground. I may be a lone voice here, which is fine, but I need to speak for what I think the community wants. We didn’t ask them, but I do know that anytime there’s a change to parades, we got it at the Santa Claus parade, people feel very passionately, and they will reach out and ask us to fix it and to make sure there’s participation. I want to get ahead of this early. If Council doesn’t want to go there, that’s totally fine, but I think it’s really important to do this. So this is here for council’s consideration. I think it gives you the flexibility you need, and you’ve certainly got some funding you can use as well. I’ll let Councillor Bentivegna because he’s been so eager to speak to this.
“I’m concerned about us making some decisions outside of the MRG concept. We did discuss the parade with them and he he said he just didn’t know enough about the financing side of it, we doesn’t have enough time. And I know we were talking about someone else doing it, but when someone else does something that I’m doing in a big picture, I don’t want it to sort of mix up what I’m doing and what they’re doing and so on. But I look at it from a business standpoint. When you take over a business, it’s a new business, it’s new ideas, new excitement and a new look, and that’s what we need to evaluate on. And he did say he would look at the following year, 2027, of doing something. ,Just my opinion. I know we all wanted to do well, so do I. We all have great ideas,I think we have a good operator, Councilor Sharman: Well, the Teen Tour Band has come out for the last 14 years to the Appleby Line Street Festival. I can tell you, talk about excitement and professionalism, we have it all. The MRG people are also fabulous and professional and know exactly what they’re doing. I think the possibility of the combination could be phenomenal. I kind of take to heart, you know, the question of, would there be an overlap? Would they feel like we’re interfering with their flexibility and the logistics on the day? Clearly, that would have to be a discussion to be had. But, you know, he responded to the question, is the promenade going to be used and it was no. I don’t know about closing roads because I don’t know which part of the promenade would close. My question is, why not talk about it? Let’s see what we can do. Is the Teen Tour Band available on the Saturday morning? We heard Adam this morning indicate that they would love to incorporate the band in some way, shape or form. So that’s already underway, but I think we’re talking about a little bit of it more than that with the parade discussion now. Why not just proceed with the motion? Councillor Nissan: Can we estimate what the approximate attendance of the parade is, ideally, in comparison with the Santa Claus parade? Cote: I’m not sure we have that data, because we didn’t run the parade, and we did those ground-level insights last year in collaboration with BEDT. I don’t think we had specific details around attendance for the parade.  Ward 3 Councillor Rory Nisan Nisan: Has Lakeshore said it’s not possible to do it this year. So is that the case? Cote: Councilor, anything is possible if you asked me last year if we’d be able to find a successful vendor to deliver a festival here, I don’t know if we’d be here, and we are here so anything is possible for sure. I mean, certainly when staff are asked about our best decision, our best recommendation, you know, just given their resources and everything else we have going on in June, but we could do it, to your question. Nisan: I’m open to exploring it more for 2027 rather than trying to make something work for this year. That being said, we’re aren’t talking about a significant amount of funding, and I would rather at least explore where else that funding could be used in the community, at least on a one-year basis, or going forward from there. There’s a lot of good we can do with that, with that money at this time, but I would be open to looking into it for future years. Seems very hard to pull off for 2026, very hard on the staff. CouncilorStolte: I’m definitely in support of this motion. I would love to hear more about this. There have been rumblings of a group of volunteers who may or may not have a space to participate in the Lakeside Music Festival, who would very much like to put their efforts towards maintaining the parade and keeping it from disappearing. I don’t think it will take a ton of money, and I think we have a very engaged community who would like tests of staffing get that going. So I’d like to hear more about it. Councillor Galbraith: Just gonna add my two cents. I only heard about this parade for the first time last week when the Mayor told me about it. Wasn’t aware that it started out as a Sound of Music event. I find it challenging to to put this together. After hearing staff for 2026 I can definitely support having a look at it for 2027 but I’m having a hard time with looking at it this year, so I think I’m going to pass on it. But back to Councillor Nissan: Yeah, I’m actually wondering whether this amendment is necessary to potentially achieve the goals, as noted, particularly like Councillor Stolte, because she’s mentioning that there might be community partners interested. So my question to you, Emily and the team, what would you do if a community party came forward with an interest in doing a road closure, we have a road closure fund and doing a road closure to do a parade, you would evaluate that in the context of others and and we have the kinds of funding envelopes that could contribute to that. So if we do, we need this amendment to allow that. . And they’ll have their own budget. I’m not sure who’s interested. If they came forward, we could look at that, right? Is there anything like whether we approve this motion or not, just whether we do the exploring, or whether the community does the exploring with us? I think we need a partner. I don’t think it works without a partner, and I like the optimism that there might be one. I haven’t heard it myself, but I’d rather let the community try if they want to so would that work. . I think I read this amendment as us being a little bit more proactive and getting out there and soliciting interests and seeing if we can find someone. We have heard rumblings councilors, and we’ve heard groups and, you know, but so we would be a little bit more aggressive in that, in that approach. If this amendment were to go forward, Thank you, Chair, I’m going to ask staff either way, whether we find a partner who’s going to do this, or whether we do it internally. How much time does it take to organize stuff like that? The questions that I have for staff is how much staff time are we talking about here? And can we be doing something more productive, I should say that something that is more within our means. I think there’d just be a lot of logistics involved in trying to meet MRG street festival, road closure, and then where the best route could be. Obviously, when you can use an existing route. There’s some efficiency there, but I just can’t confirm that we’d be able to do that. I’m just cautioning we have six months before this organization gets going, and we should be helping them do they want to do. I’m going to open my door to say, hey, come and see me. If you need help from me, I do anything I can. Councilor Sherman: What happens if, for this year we just did the promenade? No road closures, nothing. They get out of their cars right there at the west end of the Parr, they congregate, they march down the promenade. And how much money is all that? Cote: I think what we’re trying to say with with being politically correct, as conversations are still happening with MRG, because they’ve been running it like something like that is being planned. Sharman: Okay, thank you. Let’s do that.
Meed Ward: , It is very well attended and and your inboxes will be filling up if it doesn’t happen. We have actually a lovely picture of Takeshi Sakamoto in a open air vehicle. They came one year our twin city from Japan, during Sound of Music Festival. That’s one of our legacy historical pieces from our twin city relationship. They were just tickled pink to participate in that parade. And I personally think that I agree with Councilor Stolte, we have residents that are able to do this, but unless we put some kind of call out or proactive, if we just sit back and wait for people to wonder if the city wants to do it, wonder if there’s a possibility, wonder if there’s even money, we can actually be more helpful to our residents to say, actually, there’s all that. So let’s, let’s just see. Here’s a call out, not an RFQ, or an RFP, or any of that stuff. But I think when you said it, you know, in terms of predictability, if you had thought we would been here with a brand new vendor, we would, we wouldn’t be here if, if council didn’t push a little to say, We think you can do it. We think the community can do it. So let’s run a run something up the flagpole, so to speak, and see what comes back. And I have every confidence, just as I did when we asked if there was a new vendor that we’d get one. I didn’t know it was going to be them, but wow, I have every confidence that will land this and for me, it’s do we do a parade or not? The logistics sort themselves out. If Council wants a parade, I think we have to do this direction. If you don’t, that’s okay. I’m going to send all the emails I get on this to you. I think we can sort all of this out, honestly. Let’s not make it a bigger deal than it is. We’re good at this and, and we can figure it out. And I think the community will benefit from it. And, and I think MRG actually, when I ask them the question directly, they’re not opposed to this at all. They just don’t want it to be part of what they’re doing, which is totally fine. We don’t need them to do we got other folks that can do it, and they’re already looking at potentially thinking about it for 2027 we don’t need to direct that today, but we do need to direct it if we want to keep it alive for 2026 and have that continuity so the motion stays, and we’ll see where the votes are. Nisan: I have an amendment to the amendment. So let’s give it a quick shot here. I’m trying to thread the needle and put the community in the driver’s seat and let them come to us, because staff are clear that they are not going to get delivered this year, that it’s asking too much, and they have other events that they need to deliver as well. I don’t think it’s it’s fair to say that, Oh, we could have done it, but we didn’t this. This is coming together quite late. And, you know, I’m open to 2027 but for 2026 this is what I would suggest I would let staff figure out how to communicate this to the community. How is the best way to do it, you know, whether it’s a press release or otherwise, reach out to the groups, but the idea is to be available to support a community driven parade. So, yeah, that would be my amendment. I can, obviously goes without saying, support this. We have a harder time supporting the one that came before it. Thanks. Okay, a couple speakers, Mayor, Mead, Ward.  Mayor Meed Ward: Yeah, I’m fine with this. Yeah, I’m fine with this. That was the intent of exploring opportunities. So it’s just a different way of saying the same thing. In my mind, I’m just wanting to clarify that part of this would be making some funding available if, if they don’t think there’s funding available, we’re not going to get anybody. So do you need additional direction on making funding available from the pool that was already set aside for the the lakeside festival that is not being drawn upon? Thank you, Mayor. I would suggest we add that in there, to be funded from the Community Investment reserve fund. Okay, I will make that further. Sorry, yes, if you’re good with that, I’m good, yeah, I’m good with that. Okay, so we’ll amend the and it’s not really an amendment to the amendment, but it’s it. That’s okay. Councilor Bentivegnia: This is my last word on this. I will not be supporting this. I just see some red flags here because we got Lakeside music and art festival in this motion and this amendment, which means we’re involving them into this program, and then we’re wide open to be funded $1,000 $100,000 $200,000 you know, we should put at least an amount. I’m not going to support it either way. Councillor Stolte: I’m actually really pleased to see this amendment. It’s something that I was considering bringing forward. I think it exactly words what we’re hoping to do just to support a community driven parade. I think the funding should be available. And to tell you the truth, given what we heard from our delegate this morning from MRG, I think they might actually be quite pleased to know that they’re off the hook for planning future parades, because I don’t think they’re in the parade business. Chair: Okay, seeing no further comments, I will now call the vote on the amendment to the amendment, All those in favour, any opposed, and that carries. Now back to the amendment as amended. All those in favour, and any opposed, and that carries, An then, the main motion as amended. All those in favour, any opposed, and that carries. This goes to a City Council meeting on Tuesday.
February 11th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
The Burlington Library has what they call Collections of Burlington Civic leaders in their Burlington Digital Library. Included are the papers of former Mayor Roly Bird’s papers; last year they added former Councillor Joan Lougheed’s collection. Ideally, they will be in touch with former Mayor Walter Mulkewich‘s family to see if his papers could be added to the collection. Getting access to the papers and columns Joan Little left behind would surely be welcome. Mayor Roly Bird’s papers: (https://digitalarchive.bpl.on.ca/browse-by-collection/list/collections/63) Councillor Joan Lougheed’s collection (https://digitalarchive.bpl.on.ca/browse-by-collection/list/collections/81). The Digital Library is extensive: Click HERE to access
February 11th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
A new music experience is coming to communities across Canada. Today, The Nashville Takeover announced the 13 cities and towns selected to host its series of weekend-long, multi-venue cultural events, bringing Nashville’s storied songwriting culture to local stages in New Brunswick, Ontario, and British Columbia. It will hit Burlington the week before the newly minted Lakeshore Music Festival (LMF) hits town next June
From Friday to Sunday, breweries, patios, cafés, restaurants, and secret spaces in each city will transform into immersive listening rooms, intimate showcases, and late-night after-parties featuring a mix of established performers, breakout artists, and top songwriters from Canada and Nashville. For one weekend in each town, music won’t live on a single stage; it will move through each town, creating shared moments in every venue. All performances are surprise-only, with no lineup reveals or headliners, offering the closest thing to experiencing the essence of Nashville’s creative ecosystem without booking a flight. “Live music is usually found at stadium shows and big festivals, often with long lines and steep ticket costs. We started The Nashville Takeover to give smaller communities something different: in-the-room moments with artists and songwriters from Canada and beyond,” said Scotty James, Founder, The Nashville Takeover. “What began in two towns last summer has grown into 13 this year. We’re excited to bring Canadian music fans a true backstage concert experience unlike anything else happening in the national music scene right now.” The Nashville Takeover 2026 Dates & Locations
The full event schedule and venue details will be shared with ticket holders ahead of each event. To purchase tickets and learn more about The Nashville Takeover, visit thenashvilletakeover.ca and follow @thenashvilletakeover on Instagram. About The Nashville Takeover The Nashville Takeover is a multi-venue cultural experience that brings Nashville’s storied songwriting culture to select communities across Canada. Designed for music lovers who appreciate storytelling, originality, and discovery, each event transforms local gathering places into listening rooms, showcases, bar hops, and late-night hangs. Featuring a curated mix of established performers, breakout artists, and top songwriters from Canada and Nashville, the experience offers fans in-the-room moments with the artists behind the music. The Nashville Takeover is presented by Backyard Music Co.
February 10th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
Council didn’t get everything they wanted. What was news was that the $150,000 the city had on the table won’t get paid out to MRGLive; they are a for-profit corporation, and the city is not permitted to give grants to corporations.  Adam Vickers: “I want to give you a bit of an understanding of who we are and what we do. Adam Vickers: “I want to give you a bit of an understanding of who we are and what we do before we get into the details of the festival. We are the leading independent North American concert entertainment production company founded in 2008. We produce 1000 events annually, entertaining 4 million attendees in 2025 servicing emerging nine, owned, operated program venues and producing concerts across Canada, the US, with recent expansion into the UK and Australia. The mission is to be the leading partner for connecting talent to their audiences, focusing on developing and growing artists and markets, while never forgetting the importance of the fan experience. “To give you some context of the size and scale of these events, cats on a street party happens in one day in July. We get the street at 5 am and we close down 10 blocks of a major street in the Kitsilano neighborhood of Vancouver. We build seven stages, six beer gardens. We have 60 acts that perform throughout the course of the one day. And we have 175,000 people that come out to support the Festival, which we win multiple awards for every year. We build 60 mobile kitchens, and have representatives from 60 different countries come and cook their native food. On top of that, there’s a music festival, there’s a children’s section, there’s a midway, “We are very, very proud to present the concept for Lakeshore Music and Arts Festival, which will be a free two day outdoor music and arts experience taking place Father’s Day weekend, June, 20 and 21st in Burlington’s iconic Spencer Smith Park. It will also extend along Brant Street and activating Burlington’s downtown core. Lakeshore will spotlight the best in Canadian music while celebrating local arts culture and most importantly, community. “Lakeshore will feature nationally celebrated Canadian artists, alongside emerging artists and talent from Burlington’s backyard, complemented by engaging, family friendly programming, food trucks, and beverage gardens. We still have a few things to figure out. 2026 Given that we’re new and working on a relatively tight timeline, we want to keep some of the same elements of past events that have proven successful while looking to the future to find new ways to grow Lakeshore Music and Arts Festival year after year.
“Our focus this year is on building community partnerships. That means having conversations with key stakeholders, creating strong relationships with local suppliers, engaging existing partnerships and exploring new ones, working to understand what the people of Burlington and the Halton Region want, and building trust within the community. “Our only objective in 2026 is deliver a great yet sustainable festival experience for this community, with its prime waterfront setting, broad audience appeal and strong cultural mandate, the Lakeshore Music and Arts Festival is positioned to become one of Ontario’s premier outdoor music events for years to come.  Transforming Brant Street into a pedestrian paradise. “The festival elements: the main stage, which will be located at the east end of a Spencer Smith Park and will feature prominent Canadian acts and talent, talented emerging artists, keeping attendees entertained from start to finish. The secondary stage, located at the west end of Spencer Smith Park, the stage will combine notable Canadian programming, along with a diverse lineup of performers, we’re exploring different performance mediums, like dance. “Brant street stage located at Brant and James, just outside of City Hall will feature acoustic style bands from the Burlington area and the GTA much like previous events, we’ll be looking through the local talent base to program that stage. “Transforming Brant Street into a pedestrian paradise, where attendees can shop local artisan booths, eat local fare and enjoy a patio while taking an amazing local music and most importantly, supporting local business.  The Family Zone, which will be located next to the playground in Spencer Smith Park, “The Family Zone, which will be located next to the playground in Spencer Smith Park, will include face painting, painting, Bubble artists, bouncy castles, arts and crafts and entertainment for kids of all ages, beverage garden, strategically placed within the park, festival goers can take a minute to enjoy beverage while listening to music, enjoying the view or taking a moment to laugh with friends. “Food Trucks, which are very popular around here, Lakeshore, will feature the region’s best food trucks, allowing festival goers to refuel or just indulge every from crowd pleasing comfort food to global flavors and sweet treats. There’s something for everyone, every craving and dietary preference. “We find the best of emerging Canadian talent and give them a platform to grow and reach new audiences local musicians. So we do this with some of our other festivals. We open up a music Submission section of the website where local bands can submit. We get six to 700 submissions a year, which we narrow down to the 60 bands that play. And so we want to give everybody, even if you’ve never released a song, you can send in your information and still get a chance to play in our lineup. It’s very talent based. :\”We’re working very hard to build strong ties with the arts community here in Burlington and local arts organizations for the timeline next slide, February, we have decided on our branding. Our website and socials were launched this week. Vendor submissions will open, and music submissions that I just spoke to will open as well. “In March, we’ll be announcing the public save the date, we’ll be continuing with community engagement and having key conversations with stakeholders. And our VIP tickets will go on sale.  For 2026 we are focusing on only Canadian talent. “April, will finalize our site layout, confirm all vendors and complete all of our programming. May will announce our lineup. We’ll start a marketing par campaign around that lineup announcement, and we’ll finalize public safety planning. In June, we’ll have an ongoing marketing campaign, festival execution, and on June, 20 and 21st we will create some magic. Some questions, the first coming from Mayor Mead Ward. In terms of the acts, does that mean there will be no performances that are not Canadian on the stage, Adam Vickers: For 2026 we are focusing on only Canadian talent. Meed Ward: The previous festival had quite a contingent of volunteer help and, of course, support from businesses. What is your plan? Tell us how you’re going to weave that into your plans. Adam Vickers: “We’ve started conversations with the Burlington Downtown Business Association, the Performing Arts people, the Art Gallery, the Chamber of Commerce, the Legion and Rotary,  My hope is that we can figure out a scenario where members of the BDBA would be invited free of charge for space in in the market festival. “I’ve been put in touch with people that were involved in The Sound of Music. We’ve engaged personnel that were involved in past festivals, and one in particular was very intertwined with the volunteer base, and we’re hoping to tap into that. We’d also like to hire a local crew. We’re in the process of doing, they will be our boots on the ground here – giving jobs to the community. Mayor Meed Ward: “Will you be doing a sort of a public call out for volunteers at all? Is there a way that we can assist in spreading the word? Adam Vickers: “As part of the music submissions, we’ll have a volunteer form on our website that people can sign up to be a volunteer. “My hope is that we can figure out a scenario where members of the BDBA would be invited free of charge for space in in the market festival. Obviously, when we, depending on where those conversations go, we would the brick and mortar businesses would have first right of refusal for the space in front, and then any other members of the BDBA or downtown businesses that are downtown would get a discounted rate. “We would fill in the rest of the spots with artisan and commercial vendors. We figured from Lakeshore on Brandt to James, and then Pine and Elgin there are roughly about 130 booth spaces within that footprint. Councillor Galbraith: “Along the same lines, will the bricks and mortar businesses captured within the pedestrianized portion of Brant Street, which is the site of the marketplace, be permitted to utilize the public space in front of their business, correct? Adam Vickers: “We would provide a 10 by 20 footprint, if they decided that they wanted to expand beyond that, there would be an additional charge for space. But yes, the brick and mortar businesses would be allocated a 10 by 20 spot free of charge. Meed Ward: “My question is around the application for the local acts. I think it’s open.” Adam: “It’s not open yet. We, as a company, have a growing database of artists in BC and Ontario. “We have a general submissions link that is open year round for artists. So they may have submitted to that, they may have, you know, gone a different route, if they have an agent or or a manager or something that’s, you know, gone directly to one of our buyers. But the music, the music submissions link, along with the vendor links, volunteer link, will be open this week.  A curated food truck zone offering diverse cuisine options. Galbraith: My final question, the MRG brief, includes a notation about additional on site experiences will include a curated food truck zone offering diverse cuisine options and family friendly beverage gardens. So is it your intention that the food truck zone be located in the confines of Spencer Smith Park only?  I wouldn’t want to step on toes of a local business. Adam: I don’t want to take away from any of the there’s so many great restaurants in the downtown core that are part of the BDBA, unless there was a conversation where we felt the need to subsidize and put additional food trucks in there so that there was more options and people could get something to eat a little quicker, we’d be open to that. But as of right now, I wouldn’t want to step on toes a local business. Council loved what they heard. A lot of follow up to be done.
February 9th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
JUNO Award-winning artist Jully Black aka Canada’s Queen of R&B is going on a 13-city “Jully Black Live Experience” national tour. The Canada’s Walk of Fame inductee who was named one of “The 25 Greatest Canadian Singers Ever” gets set to add another notch on her impressive career belt, by captivating audiences nationwide with her classic catalogue of songs. As a proud Black Canadian woman, this tour was deliberately mounted during Black History Month and Women’s History Month, and is both personal and powerful. It’s been almost 30 years since she received her first JUNO nomination (and win) for “What It Takes” with rapper Choclair, while she currently enjoys a 2026 JUNO nomination for her collaboration with rappers TOBi and Saukrates on the track “Who’s Driving You”.  No stranger to the big bright concert stage lights, as a performer, Jully’s torn up stages alongside artists like Alicia Keys, Kanye West, Elton John, Celine Dion, and Jesse Reyez. “The world feels heavy right now. People are tired. My specialty is hope, joy, faith, and connection. These shows are not just concerts, they’re experiences,” says the Gemini Award-winner. “Music. Stories. Laughter. Real talk. I want Canadians to remember that our stories matter. Our talent matters. Our culture matters. Support ‘Made in Canada’. Not just the food. The music. The art. The storytellers. This is an independent tour. No big machine. No shortcuts. Just faith, work ethic, and community. Independent artists need community support to grow sustainable tours. Sometimes you go back to intimate venues to go forward in a bigger way. Smaller rooms. Bigger impact. I am bringing a full live band and background singers because live music heals. Period. When you buy a ticket, you’re investing in Canadian culture.” No stranger to the big bright concert stage lights, as a performer, Jully’s torn up stages alongside artists like Alicia Keys, Kanye West, Elton John, Celine Dion, and Jesse Reyez. Likewise, she has written songs for and collaborated with iconic industry heavyweights including Nas, Destiny’s Child, Sean Paul, and Ian Thornley (Big Wreck) among others. This time around, the talented musician, actress, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and fitness leader, who’s philanthropic work has taken her to villages; from Bangladesh to South Africa, and across Canada and the US, is taking her talents coast-to-coast. The Jully Black Live Experience tour kicks off on February 11th in Burlington, hits Toronto on February 18th, and wraps up March 13th in Regina. Pick up your advance tickets (see link below) and prepare to be fully captivated by the incomparable sounds of this world-renowned singer who plans to paint her home country Canada black – as in Jully Black. “Celebrate Black History Month. Celebrate Women’s History Month. Celebrate resilience. Celebrate Canada,” says Black. “Get your ticket. Be in the room. And when they ask why now, you say; ‘Because dreams do not expire’. And if a woman can be nominated 30 years apart, still touring, still believing, then nobody in Canada has permission to quit on themselves.”
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February 8th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON
Long Weekend Events at Ontario Parks for Family Day Family Day is a public holiday in Ontario, observed on the third Monday of February, providing a paid day off for most workers and a mid-winter break for schools.
Embrace the snow season with Ontario Parks by getting outside and enjoying some winter festivities during the Family Day long weekend. The Ontario Parks Family Day 2026 blog highlights fun family events at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, Algonquin Provincial Park, Sibbald Point Provincial Park and Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Looking for events at other Ontario Parks? Visit OntarioParks.ca/events for Family Day events and more
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Natalie Haynes, renowned for her highly varied and accomplished career as journalist, critic, comedian, broadcaster, historian and novelist, will be at the Different Drummer bookstore on March 15th to talk about her book:
The AGB is currently undergoing a transformative period aimed at enhancing the experience for a diverse audience, creating a welcoming space for inspiration and engagement with art. Our strategic plan, which underpins our Mission, includes a multi-year initiative to modernize our facilities, allowing us to better serve our visitors and maintain our status as a significant cultural destination with-in the broader community.
Providing confidential advice regarding the Lakeshore Music & Arts Festival. The outcome:
What is the Golden Fleece and just who is Jason and his Argonauts ? Most people will think you are talking about the football team the Toronto Argonauts
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The Community Development Halton Youth Engagement Research Team presentation: Youth Views on Volunteerism takes place on Wednesday February 18, 2026 at the Burlington Public Library, Centennial Hall (2331 New Street, Burlington
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Bentivegna: First of all, I still want to talk about MRG, what isthe debate? The MRG delegation, did an absolutely incredible job. I don’t know about you guys, but I got a little excited about some of the things that he was proposing; I mean, it was just unbelievable.
Councillor Stolte: Thank you, . Councilor Sherman. My mind was blown there when we talked there a little bit about the extent of the parade historically, because it’s been done for how many years, a long time, a long time. I would still like to seriously see if the community groups coming forward have the capacity to fill in 90% of the blanks that will require only 10% of staff’s time to guide them or give them a little booklet, as in, this is how it’s been done for 45 years. This is what you need to let us know and see if we can make that happen.
The Nashville Takeover’s first weekend marks the start of this year’s spring-to-fall run of up-close performances, secret artist lineups, and behind-the-music moments. Tickets are on sale now at 
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Council got to hear what MRGLive plans to do during the 2026 Lakeshore Music and Arts Festival.
