The community is invited to celebrate the grand opening of the new Youth Centre at the Okotoks Recreation Centre on Friday The event will include a special address from Mayor Thorn  The Okotoks Youth Centre is now located on the main level of the Okotoks Recreation Centre with 18-year-old teens eligible to attend until they graduate Grade 12 Sign In Subscribe Now The public swim time at the Grand Forks Aquatic Centre on the evening of April 17 was a festive occasion as the Happy Hoppy Easter Swim got underway The Easter Bunny made a stop at the  pool to give out prize-filled eggs while lifeguard "bunnies" oversaw games and open swimming.  Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. We ask that you be respectful of others and their points of view, refrain from personal attacks and stay on topic. To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines On October 19, 2024, the Métis Nation in Sault Ste. Marie celebrated a historic milestone with the grand opening of the Sault Ste This event marked the realization of years of hard work and dedication and the Centre stands as the first of its kind in Ontario—a cultural hub designed to preserve and celebrate Métis heritage for generations to come and its opening day was a powerful reminder of the deep history that Métis people have in the area the Centre serves as a gathering point for the local Métis community and offers a variety of cultural and educational programs where local artisans can craft traditional works and exhibits that tell the story of the Métis in Ontario was a vibrant celebration of Métis history and community spoke to the Centre’s role as “a permanent home for the stories and contributions of our Métis community—a legacy for future generations.” emphasized the importance of recognizing the Métis’ long-standing connection to Sault Ste the Métis in the region have maintained a distinct way of life Case recounted key moments in the community’s history such as the Métis participation in the Mica Bay Incident of 1849 and their role in shaping the region’s economy and culture He also highlighted the hardships the community faced from the Crown’s failure to uphold its promise of land rights in the 1850s to the devastating loss of Métis homes in Agawa Bay in 1968 standing up for their rights and maintaining their cultural identity The creation of the Centre is a testament to the community’s resilience Councilor Case spoke passionately about the determination it took to transform three old buildings into a thriving cultural space demonstrating a commitment to preserving their heritage for future generations This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless work of the Council members who volunteered countless hours and raised millions of dollars in funding The Centre also received significant financial support from various organizations they invested in a project that not only celebrates Métis heritage but also contributes to the local economy creating jobs and promoting tourism in Sault Ste The exhibits provide a comprehensive look at the history of the Métis in the Sault from the fur trade era to the modern-day Métis rights movement Elders from the community were given the first tour allowing them to see the physical embodiment of the stories and traditions they’ve preserved for so long The Centre will also serve as home base for Métis Tours a tourism venture that offers year-round walking tours and summer canoe tours a partnership between the Huron-Superior Regional Métis community and the Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy will help bring Métis stories to visitors from around the world This Centre is more than just a museum; it’s a living providing a space where Métis can come together to celebrate their shared history and where others can learn about the richness of Métis culture The grand opening was not just a celebration of the past but a step forward into a new era of self-determination “We are writing the next volume of our history right now.” Marie is leading the way in preserving its culture and contributing to reconciliation efforts with other communities in the region.” not only for the Métis people but for all of Northern Ontario It represents a powerful commitment to preserving local heritage and ensuring that Métis culture continues to thrive The day concluded with an evening reception at the Delta Waterfront Hotel where guests gathered to reflect on the significance of the Centre and the incredible journey that led to its creation Marie Métis Heritage Centre marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the Métis Nation and beyond and contributions of the Métis people will continue to inspire future generations Sign In Register REGINA - The grand opening has finally taken place for the long-awaited new Breast Health Centre in Regina Members of the government and Saskatchewan Health Authority along with Saskatchewan Cancer Agency and Hospitals of Regina Foundation officials among others were on hand to celebrate the completion of the new health centre which will offer the range of comprehensive services to diagnose and fight breast cancer The centre is located in Regina Crossing on Albert St. and will begin to see patients starting on April 23 the province committed $8.5 million to the project towards building renovations Officials say this marks a major change in care for breast cancer patients in Regina breast cancer patients would have to move among several different venues in Regina The centre will provide diagnostic imaging and biopsies and post-treatment therapies and rehabilitation Health care professionals will provide services in these areas and the Hospitals of Regina Foundation is funding two radiologists for fellowship training for breast imaging and intervention specialties for the health centre Provincial officials are touting the prospect of shorter wait times and a smoother and more coordinated process for patients who will be referred to a single facility in a single appointment for their breast cancer needs “By bringing together pre and post-surgical care and diagnostic imaging in one location the Regina Breast Health Centre streamlines the patient journey reducing wait times and enhancing the overall experience for patients and their families,” said Derek Miller Chief Operating Officer of the Saskatchewan Health Authority.  “Patients will now be able to meet their surgeon receive diagnostic procedures and access follow-up care all under one roof This co-location model strengthens collaboration among radiologists oncologists and our partners at the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency It also reflects our broader commitment to improving access to care and delivering seamless services as close to home as possible.” “These professionals will work together as a cohesive unit providing patients with personalized care tailored to their specific needs,” said Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill.  “Now we hear this all the time in health care By having a team that works closely together what is most important is a better patient experience." Breast cancer survivor Briana Bolduc recalled what the process had been like for her when she was diagnosed “When I was going through my diagnosis My meetings with my general surgeon were done at a different hospital Most of my diagnostic imaging was split between the hospitals or at some clinics around the city that's just a lot of hospital right up front in a really scary diagnosis,” Bolduc said what struck her about the new Breast Health Centre was “the colour of the walls and the art and just how welcoming it felt to be in the space.  “The next thing that struck me was the careful consideration of the patient experience and the flow of how people will be moved through the centre maybe five different appointment locations will be combined into one familiar spot you walk through those same familiar doors And I don't think that I can accurately express how big of a difference this is going to make for a lot of people I truly feel like the new centre is going to add a sense of comfort and ease anxieties in a time that's very difficult for many people While those at the grand opening ceremony welcomed the new Breast Health Centre opposition New Democrats were accusing the government of poaching staff from other health care facilities.  At a news conference at the Legislature the NDP critic for Disabilities Community Based Organizations and the Status of Women accused the government of “quietly reassigning staff from existing health facilities to the new Regina Breast Health Centre rather than hiring new healthcare workers as promised.” this government claimed the new building would boost capacity and bring in out- of-province recruits the Sask Party has been moving staff from the Pasco Hospital's Breast Assessment Centre This government isn't going to change anything if they just move people from one building to another.” Senger added that it seemed to be “all about flashy headlines for the Sask Party’s old boys’ club They don't give a damn about women's health.” Minister Cockrill said there would be four positions moving over from the assessment center at Pasqua but added “we have 13 new staff here at the health center.” Cockrill said they still have one hire left to complete but “other than that ready to start seeing patients next week.” Cockrill was also asked about NDP pointing to 472 Saskatchewan women having to travel out of province and paying partially out of their own pocket to go a private clinic in Calgary for breast cancer diagnostics.  Cockrill confirmed the province’s contract with provider Clearpoint for those services would continue to March of 2026 They would be re-evaluating closer to when that contract expires and make a decision on that “That's another opportunity for access and I think we owe it to the women of the province to have all options available,” Cockrill said Cockrill said he expects they see “some significant improvement” with the new Breast Health Centre open.  “The Breast Health Centre here will take about 1,600 referrals a year," said Cockrill that's 1,600 more people that we're going to be or 1,600 people that we're going to be able to move through this one-stop hub for breast health.” SaskatoonNewsMartensville celebrates grand opening of recreation centreBy Stacey HeinPublished: February 25, 2025 at 5:30PM EST Twitter feed ©2025 BellMedia All Rights Reserved The new urgent and primary care centre (UPCC) in Williams Lake had its grand opening today after seeing patients since Wednesday.  “We’ve seen patients already that haven’t seen a physician in 10 years," said Kelly Dillon director of clinical operations for Interior Health. “It’s been absolutely amazing for the community." hearing from community and healthcare leaders including Kukpi7 Willie Sellars from the Williams Lake First Nation mayor Surinderpal Rathor and Diane Shendruk vice-president of clinical operations for Interior Health they will be provided with a team-based care model which means improved connection to specialized services such as family physicians a social worker and an indigenous care coordinator,” said Shendruk The centre in Williams Lake joins 10 others introduced in the Interior Health region following B.C.’s 2018 plan to set up UPCCs across the province to help address the health care crisis.  and we have this new team in town and it's not just the Mustangs,” said local doctor Glenn Fedor referencing the city’s new Junior A hockey team in addition to the new health care team.  “I see this as a building block for our town," Fedor said positive the centre will help attract more healthcare workers to live and work in Williams Lake The clinic had a soft opening earlier in the week and has already served 47 patients on Wednesday and 51 on Thursday Interior Health expects the centre will serve more than 42,000 patients per year with a daily capacity of up to 116 patients once fully staffed The Interior Health team said they exceeded their goal of hiring at least 50 per cent of staff by opening and are enthusiastic about hiring more staff for the centre to help fill in its four-hour shift approach executive director of clinical operations for Interior Health said the centre only takes walk-in appointments at the moment The centre is available to any patient needing same-day care whether or not they have a primary health-care provider ranging from helping with sprains and small cuts to meeting mental and sexual health needs the UPCC in Williams Lake will be open every day Government officials gathered today to celebrate the official opening of Charlottetown’s newest recreational hub The grand opening coincides with the 48th Annual Spud Minor Hockey Tournament The Centre marks a major investment in the City’s sports and community infrastructure and is set to become a cornerstone for active living and community events which replaced the old Simmons Sports Centre that had served residents for more than 50 years began in January 2022 and was completed in December 2024 The new facility features many state-of-the-art amenities to meet the needs of user groups and the community Key features of the new facility include:  The $33.6-million project included a $9,769,781.04 investment from the federal Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) The City’s contribution of $15,689,540.90 reflects the municipality’s strategic direction of community-building and placemaking and enhances access to recreation facilities that promote physical well-being and social connection For more information including facility scheduling and bookings “When funding partners come together to build infrastructure where residents and youth can connect through sport and recreation Quality sports venues like Simmons Sports Centre offer youth a safe space and amenities needed to develop skills Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure “The City of Charlottetown is committed to providing the best possible recreational services to residents and to meeting the recreational needs of our growing city I’m thrilled to celebrate the new chapter of this much-loved community space and I want to thank our federal and provincial partners and the citizens of Charlottetown for helping to bring this facility to life.”  Road-Related Inquiries: roads@gov.pe.ca All other Transportation and Infrastructure inquiries: DeptTI@gov.pe.ca Report Transportation Problems DeptTI@gov.pe.ca Accessing healthcare in Prince Edward Island 25 2024 – The Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Program at Grand River Regional Cancer Centre (GRRCC) performed its first autologous stem cell transplant on July 4 This expanded program embodies Waterloo Regional Health Network’s commitment to providing exceptional patient-centred care close to home and is a new unique partnership for Grand River with Hamilton Health Sciences’ Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre (JHCC) in Hamilton ABOUT JURAVINSKI HOSPITAL AND CANCER CENTRE SCEDC denies Jerry Daniels sought personal loan for condo A private company is alleging the newly reinstated leader of the Southern Chiefs Organization (SCO) in Manitoba defaulted on a mortgage and soured a multi-million-dollar land deal in east Winnipeg Its countersuit and statement of defence filed in Manitoba’s Court of King’s Bench on May 3 2024 in response to a lawsuit filed by the SCO Economic Development Corp centres on the alleged actions of Grand Chief Jerry Daniels The numbered company – 7475323 Manitoba Ltd. – claims Daniels requested a personal loan to buy a condo while it was negotiating to sell five parcels of land to SCEDC for $20 million along Dugald Road The Dugald Road property was to change hands by Dec the company says in the documents obtained by APTN News The numbered company’s shareholders and directors – Rijad Hadzic and Paige Peach – claim they received a $100,000 deposit from SCEDC on the multi-acre property on May 1 and agreed to provide a mortgage to Daniels “Shortly after the execution of the letter of intent the Grand Chief of the plaintiff … through whom the (SCO) had been negotiating … asked for a personal loan in the form of a mortgage for the purchase of a condominium housing unit in Winnipeg,” their claim states “(We) agreed to do so through an associated corporation and a mortgage agreement was completed with Jerry Daniels completing the purchase of the residence.” But SCEDC says it was the other way around and Daniels “was approached about a potential mortgage.” The company further alleges Daniels “defaulted” on the mortgage “several times” prompting it to request “payment” and advise “of its intent to pursue” a legal solution “On numerous occasions,” their court document claims “Daniels advised that he could influence the progress of the transaction agreed on if the defendant … did not desist in its’ demands (for payment).” Daniels as directing mind of the (purchase negotiations) advised that this property transaction would not proceed further … (and) secured alternate financing to buy out the debt owed (for the mortgage).” in its statement of defence to the counterclaim It confirms Daniels bought a condo but did not default on the payments “Southern Chiefs EDC admits that Grand Chief Daniels obtained a personal mortgage for a condominium from a corporation related to 747 Manitoba … (and) pleads that the details of Grand Chief Daniels’ personal mortgage with a non-party to this litigation are wholly irrelevant to this action.” The company says in the documents it won’t return the deposit because SCEDC allegedly “defaulted” on the contract None of the allegations have been proven in court Neither SCO nor Daniels responded to APTN’s requests for comment to “enhance the economic base” of its 33 member First Nations in southern Manitoba and create employment for their citizens The company is asking the court to order SCEDC to forfeit the deposit and pay interest and damages of more than $1 million in addition to the $765,797.39 it says it spent preparing the land (“collectively located at 1266 Dugald Rd.”) for sale in its reply and defence to the counterclaim denies it entered into a binding purchase or sale agreement or “defaulted on the contract as alleged or at all.” 747 Manitoba knew or ought to have known that the transaction contemplated by the contract was not guaranteed to close including because there was no binding sale and purchase agreement and because Southern Chiefs EDC had not secured the financing that it required to complete the transaction,” the organization says Daniels, 42, saw his leadership reconfirmed on Jan. 22 at a private chiefs’ gathering in Winnipeg chief of Minegoziibe Anishinabe (also known as Pine Creek First Nation) Daniels was elected to a third term as grand chief last summer Nepinak said Daniels addressed the fight that broke out between the grand chief and two other men following an argument at an Ottawa bar on Dec Daniels has since revealed – in a letter of apology to SCO chiefs obtained by APTN – he has “a problem” with alcohol and is seeking treatment “There was healing there,” Nepinak said of the meeting where chiefs talked about the addictions among themselves and in their communities But Nepinak said the meeting at Fort Gibraltar was characterized as an informal “gathering” and not the formal “chiefs-in-summit” he was expecting. Under SCO bylaws, chiefs-in-summit make decisions on the record for the grand chief to follow “There is a lack of transparency and explanation,” Nepinak said in an interview Monday Not only about what happened with Daniels in Ottawa but what is going on at SCO “When I heard Daniels had been hospitalized I immediately thought of the late Cathy Merrick (grand chief of Assembly of Manitoba chiefs who died suddenly in September) We just lost a leader; I wanted to help.” “It was suggested (my nation) could leave SCO.” SCO, which has not responded to APTN’s questions or publicly explained what happened in Ottawa, had announced it would hold a chiefs-in-summit meeting in response to a request from the Southeast Resource Development Council (SERDC) which is comprised of eight chiefs who represent communities that are also part of SCO Those chiefs suggested in a letter obtained by APTN they had concerns Daniels was returning to work without a chiefs-in-summit say-so. Earlier, SCO’s chief executive officer Joy Cramer revealed in a letter to SCO staff – also obtained by APTN – a small group at SCO had accepted a private apology from Daniels and would see him back at the office in a few weeks No one from SERDC responded to a request for comment from APTN Monday about the gathering held last week SCO and Daniels did not respond to emails from APTN Monday Ottawa police have closed their investigation into the fight and are not laying charges Cramer and chief operating officer Jennifer Rattray have been placed on leave according to a staff memo obtained by APTN as directed by the chiefs of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization Jennifer Rattray and Joy Cramer are currently on administrative leave until further notice,” says the Jan We have full confidence in his ability to lead during this time.” Bear is listed on SCO’s website as chief executive officer of SCEDC Cramer did not respond to a request for comment and Rattray could not be reached Daniels encouraged “all staff” to continue the “great work you are doing Your dedication and contributions are deeply valued and we thank you for your ongoing commitment to the SCO’s mission.” Nepinak noted that putting senior employees on leave wasn’t discussed at the gathering last week “I feel that the organization is rogue,” he said. “I don’t think that it follows its constitution I don’t think that there’s a mandate from the chiefs-in-summit “I think the mandate is what Jerry Daniels decides he wants it to be.” Meanwhile, APTN has learned the SCEDC was disbanded by the Manitoba Companies Office  after not filing its annual report for 2024 said in an interview he has informed SCO the lawsuit would proceed against directors personally instead Editor’s Note: This story has been updated Signup to our newsletter and receive this week's top stories every Saturday morning A Celebration of Métis Heritage and Community The Historic Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council and the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) are excited to announce the grand opening of the Sault Ste. Marie Métis Heritage Centre—the first of its kind in Ontario the Métis community will come together to celebrate this historic moment marking the start of a new chapter in preserving and sharing our rich culture with the world This new space will be a gathering point for the local Métis community Featuring a makers’ space where artisans can craft traditional Métis works and a gift shop that will showcase these creations the Centre will offer a place for visitors and the community to experience the living history of the Métis people Opening day will begin at 1:00 PM with a formal gathering and leaders will be welcomed to the Centre “This is more than a cultural centre,” said Samantha Case The Centre’s creation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of many individuals and organizations who have supported this project notable figures such as President of the Historical Sault Ste Mitch Case will offer their reflections on what this Centre means for the community MNO founding President Tony Belcourt will be in attendance to provide comment on this important achievement A highlight of the day will be the ceremonial ribbon cutting symbolizing the official opening of the Centre This momentous occasion will bring together community leaders including President Froh of the Métis Nation of Ontario Their participation underscores the importance of Métis culture and its rightful place in Ontario’s cultural landscape attendees are invited to explore the Centre and learn more about the Métis journey through exhibits The Open House will continue throughout the afternoon offering visitors a chance to see firsthand the community’s history and contributions Marie Metis Community will be given the first opportunity to tour the centre and see the stories they have held on to for so long This grand opening marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the Métis Nation in Sault Ste Marie Métis Heritage Centre will not only preserve the past but serve as a beacon for future generations to learn We encourage everyone to come and experience this unique cultural hub for themselves 1:00PM – 4:30PMRibbon Cutting at 1:00PMSault Ste Marie Métis Heritage Centre136 John Street 6:00 PMDelta Waterfront Hotel208 St Mary’s River Drive For additional information, contact: media@metisnation.org LondonNewsProposed Grand Bend community centre features variety of amenities, with a cost of $20 millionBy Bailey ShakyaverOpens in new windowPublished: December 24, 2024 at 1:30PM EST WEYBURN - The Southeast College held the grand opening of their Reconciliation Education Centre on January 22 staff and the wider community to gather and learn about Indigenous culture The Reconciliation Education Centre is a response to a statement made last January by a Chief in the Southeast College region who emphasized the importance of inclusion of Elders within the College and its education The Centre aims to create a welcoming and affirming environment for Indigenous students reflecting their experiences and knowledge It will also foster student leadership and encourage cultural exchange among the diverse student body The Reconciliation Education Centre is overseen by Indigenous Initiatives Coordinator and elders to bring programming to the Centre and ensure it remains a warm and welcoming space for all Located on the main floor of the Weyburn Campus in Room 134 the Reconciliation Education Centre features a spacious inviting environment with large windows that bring nature into the space Live-edged tables serve as hubs for gatherings and projects "The grand opening of the Southeast College Reconciliation Education Centre is a true testament to our commitment to reconciliation interim president and CEO for Southeast College "We look forward to sharing this space with our students staff and communities as a place to learn and appreciate the many facets of the Indigenous culture." The grand opening event included approximately 75 attendees The morning began with a blessing from Elder Lorna Standingready A highlight of the celebration was the official unveiling of the Southeast College Indigenous Action Plan based on input from nation partners and ongoing conversations The event also featured a story from Indigenous Alumni student John Bouchard who shared his experiences and success at Southeast College and First Nations University of Canada Attendees enjoyed learning about the history of the Métis listening to fiddle music and a drum circle and participating in a Smudge Ceremony led by Elder Lorna The celebration concluded with a sand ceremony where attendees placed written intentions in a glass container as an act of reconciliation and a round dance lead by Indigenous Youth Drummers from Ocean Man First Nation the Town of Bracebridge celebrated the grand opening of the Kubota North Wellness Centre at the Bracebridge Sportsplex This comprehensive new space helps support community health and wellbeing and enhances the Sportsplex amenities by offering visitors access to state-of-the-art equipment seven days a week which includes: Construction of this new space took place in the fall of 2024 transforming the previous auditorium into two new areas – the Kubota North Wellness Centre and a multi-purpose community room Access to the Kubota North Wellness Centre is available to all membership Recreation staff are available to provide facility tours and orientation sessions for new and existing pass holders visitors and those interested in learning more about available programs and services who are experienced and trained fitness professionals are also available to assist members during peak hours to ensure they feel confident using the equipment and are supported in reaching their health and wellness goals and website in this browser for the next time I comment GEDSB’s leader of curriculum and student achievement and superintendent of curriculum and student achievement Lisa Munro welcomed visitors to Grand Erie District School Board’s new Grand Welcome Centre on Monday night Student art and a kid-friendly area makes the Grand Welcome Centre bright and approachable The Grand Erie District School Board (GEDSB) welcomed new students from 32 countries this school year Orange and blue push pins dot a large map of the world in a cosy room of the Joseph Brant Learning Centre in Brantford Venezuela and France — plus another 29 countries from which students have come to join the Grade Erie District School Board (GEDSB) this year this room is the first stop for newcomers to Canada when they register for school with GEDSB newcomers went through the registration process at their local schools the board’s senior manager of communications and community relations told The Spectator at the official opening Monday night A centralized centre means a streamlined and consistent approach with a dedicated team of staff who can walk families through everything they need — from the necessary documents to any additional resources or services that would help ensure a smooth transition The space was designed to be approachable with student art throughout and a bright Language and cultural interpretation are available and staff can recommend programs based on a student’s level of English 173 students from 112 families have started their GEDSB journeys at the centre The growing multicultural student population is reflected in the board’s Saturday language classes which are open to students enrolled in any public or private school 400 registered to study one of 11 languages The languages were chosen based on requests from the community While the board also has schools in Norfolk Brantford has the largest concentration of schools Newcomers who want to make an appointment can visit granderie.ca/programs-services/welcome-centre or call 1-888-548-8878 Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend 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Grand Bend could look like The idea of a community centre in the growing community has received support over recent years from residents and local service clubs which raised $30,000 during the 2023 Autumn Indulgence fundraiser to support the creation of a new recreational facility in Grand Bend A proposed location isn’t mentioned in the draft study but the Rotary Club has previously spoken in support of a community centre being built near the Grand Bend legion branch The addition of a community centre in Grand Bend would add to the list of facilities already operated in Lambton Shores which includes the Shores Recreation Centre in Forest and the Legacy Recreation Centre in Thedford A community feedback survey was distributed to gauge the wants and needs of the community that received nearly 900 responses with about 80 per cent of those who completed the survey indicating a community centre in Grand Bend should be considered a high priority for the municipality the survey found that 40 per cent of those who responded indicated none of their indoor recreational needs were being met in Grand Bend with some of the most common amenities being accessed outside of the community being swimming pools Though demand for a community centre in Grand Bend is high the issue of paying for it is much more divided Nearly 40 per cent of respondents indicated they aren’t willing to pay higher taxes to see the facility built and operated while just less than 20 per cent said they’d be willing to see their taxes go up Almost half of respondents also said they’re not willing to pay more than $10 each year for the facility though support for raising user fees for programs to cover the costs was higher with 44 per cent of respondents saying they’d support fees increasing a community centre in Grand Bend could include a large multi-purpose area for community events and athletic programming smaller spaces for recreational programming and an indoor walking track – some of the most popular requests for amenities in such a facility Other potential amenities that are marked as “optional” components in a community centre in Grand Bend include an equipment-based fitness centre Though the study found there is demand for a new community centre some commonly requested amenities aren’t considered justifiable The draft study recommends against the creation of an ice rink as part of the proposed recreation centre pointing to a trend of falling registrations in ice sports at minor levels and the availability of other rinks throughout the region “Combined with availability of prime and shoulder hour ice times at many of the arenas across the secondary market and the fact that any future additions to ice in Lambton Shores would best explore twinning an existing facility due to operational efficiencies there is no basis in which to recommend an arena as part of a new community centre,” the study reads The study also recommends not pursuing an indoor pool for the community centre noting the population may not be large enough to justify the costs to construct and maintain an aquatic centre But one possible feature of a new community centre that was revealed during the community engagement process was the addition of a Lambton County Library branch in the facility The current library branch in the community operates out of Grand Bend public school where high enrolment has seen a multi-purpose room that was used by the library branch in the past reclaimed by the school reducing its availability to the community for use Though the Lambton Kent District school board has made a request to the provincial government for an expansion to the school in 2025 the study states there is “strong merit” in continuing to work with the school board and library if that request is unsuccessful to instead create a space for a library branch in the community centre freeing up additional space in the school for students The draft of the feasibility study was released for public review 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By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy The Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre Sarnia-Lambton will host a grand opening at its new downtown location this Friday along with the unveiling of a major re-branding “This rebrand is a reflection of our promise to the community,” said Chantel Butterfield “We’re not just changing our look; we’re reaffirming our commitment to being a supportive and inclusive resource for all survivors.  “We believe in the power of community and are here to listen The organization is dedicated to supporting and empowering all people who have experienced or been affected by sexual harm adding that the team is excited to announce a major re-branding initiative and celebrate the grand opening of its new location at 145 Christina St during this the September 6 First Friday walkabout “This milestone marks a significant step forward in our ongoing commitment to building a community free from sexual harm and gender-based violence,” said Butterfield Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the new facilities learn more about our programs and services enjoy light refreshments and entertainment and participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony More Top Stories > A division of Sarnia Media Group Inc.Locally Owned and Operated the Tsow-Tun Le Lum society celebrated its new facility in Duncan on Sept prayer and plenty of singing and dancing marked the re-opening of treatment centre Tsow-Tun Le Lum at its brand-new facility located at 2850 Miller Road which means Helping House in the Hul’q’umi’num’ language non-profit treatment society offering holistic and cultural supports for people - not only in addictions Tsow-Tun Le Lum has been helping Indigenous individuals break free from addictions and heal from trauma since 1988 Planning for the original Tsow-Tun Le Lum began in June 1977 The original facility was built on Snaw Na As territory north of Nanaimo Many people credit Tsow-Tun Le Lum for helping them achieve happier $18-million facility has treatment beds for 32 clients at a time plus space for elders that work there all tucked in forest on the side of Miller Road Funding for the new centre is supported through a Tripartite Funding Partnership between the First Nations Health Council (FNHC) the Province of British Columbia and the Government of Canada to enable communities to build and revitalize First Nations-run treatment centres in B.C All programs have a cultural healing component Periods of sobriety are a requirement for some programs Tsow-Tun Le Lum offers because they don’t have medical staff to help those that are detoxing Group and individual therapy programs are directed by a professional team while cultural and spiritual healing is provided under the direction of elders “Each of our programs successfully integrates traditional teachings with modern therapeutic techniques,” the website states The first clients at the new facility came through shortly after it opened in November 2023 The grand opening celebration started in the gym on Friday People gathered outside to witness the ribbon-cutting ceremony “It takes a lot of effort and a lot of love to make a place like this possible,” said Nola Jeffrey executive director of Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society “Today marks a significant milestone for the Tsow-Tun Le Lum Healing House,” said Brennan MacDonald the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) vice-president of regional operations for Vancouver Island “As we celebrate the grand opening of this new location in Cowichan we recognize the important work delivered over 30 years at the former site in Snaw-Naw-As The new building design reflects the importance of cultural beliefs and practices held central to Tsow-Tun Le Lum’s approach to healing from trauma and addiction We are so proud to stand together with Tsow-Tun Le Lum Healing House and look forward to the good work that will continue in this new space.” “We’ve created an amazing home where people can come and heal and know they are loved,” said Jeffery adding that it’s not just a treatment centre but a healing home She urged people to remind their loved ones how valuable and loved they are and how much they are needed “By improving access to culturally safe care and wholistic the Tsow-Tun Le Lum Healing House is a key partner to helping us achieve our vision of healthy self-determining and vibrant First Nations children We look forward to supporting the continued evolution of services by the Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society in the years to come,” stated Richard Jock Tsow-Tun Le Lum treatment centre is a concrete example of how the FNHC is fulfilling their promise to bring health care closer to home with First Nations’ culture at the centre of their work That is why we support mental-health and addiction recovery in First Nation communities,” he said “People need programs and services that meet their needs and Indigenous communities are in the best position to determine what services are right for them,” said Jennifer Whiteside B.C.’s minister of Mental Health and Addictions “I really love our people and really want them to do well,” said Jeffery The Ha-Shilth-Sa is published by the Nuu-Chah-Nulth Tribal Council Copyright 2025 Ha-Shilth-Sa. 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Developed by Alberni Design | Login | App The brand-new Whitby Health Centre is open for business with facility owners Oshawa Clinic Group and local dignitaries on hand for the grand opening Friday the 154,000 square foot facility on Des Newman Boulevard offers walk-in services urgent care services as well as diagnostic imaging and laboratory services includes specialists and family physicians and offers a comprehensive array of non-acute healthcare services including cardiology sleep assessments and psychological support “I am thrilled the Whitby Health Centre is now open and providing much-needed health care services to our community including urgent care that is open daily,” said Whitby Mayor Elizabeth Roy “Time and time again our residents tell us that health care is one of their top priorities this new facility will help ensure current and future residents have access to the care they need The grand opening ceremony featured a guided tour which highlighted the healthcare services the facility will provide to Whitby residents “I couldn’t be more excited about the opening of the Whitby Health Centre This incredible facility will undoubtedly make a significant difference in the lives of residents by providing essential healthcare services right where they live,” enthused Oshawa Clinic Group CEO Keith White the centre will ensure that we are well-prepared to meet the increasing demand for quality care The Oshawa Clinic originated from a partnership formed in 1927 by Dr Oscar Mills who had graduated together from the University of Toronto in 1921 Millman (diagnostic radiology) in 1930 and Dr the Oshawa Clinic officially opened at the corner of King Street and Charles Street in downtown Oshawa on December 1 Since that time the partnership has grown to include the Courtice Health Centre the Taunton Heath Centre and the Taunton Surgical Centre Staff at the original Oshawa Clinic have been relocated to the new Whitby Health Centre With more than 150 physicians and 350 staff the Oshawa Clinic group is the largest multidisciplinary clinic in Canada Subscribe to INsauga – Ontario Headline News’ daily email newsletter for a chance to win a $100 gift card to Toronto Eaton Centre OR Sherway Gardens Calgary’s BMO Centre at Stampede Park celebrated the grand opening of its 565,000 sq Following decades of planning and four years of construction Tier 1 convention facility opened its doors for the first time is already loading into the expansion’s exhibition halls in preparation for their event on June 11 there are another 500 conventions and events booked into the expansion post-opening This also translates to filling restaurants The economic impact to Calgary will equate to approximately upwards of $100 million a year and provide thousands of jobs we’ve been seeing Canada and the world choose Alberta more and more as the place to live The new BMO Centre is going to help keep that trend going by bringing more business and industry events to the heart of Calgary where they’ll experience so many things that make this city great,” said Danielle Smith “This project is a testament to what we can accomplish when every level of government comes together With its first major event just around the corner I’m excited to see how the BMO Centre – now Western Canada’s largest convention centre – shows the world all the reasons Calgary is the prime destination to host their events.” “When we began design with our partners in 2019 we asked ourselves how we could design a facility that pushes the boundaries of convention centre design and experience and every decision we made from that point on was with that goal in mind,” said Kate Thompson president and CEO of Calgary Municipal Land Corporation “CMLC is incredibly proud to have delivered this project on time and on budget and to have delivered on the world-class promise we and our partners set out to achieve With the completion of this catalyst project we have set the tone for the coming years of development in The Culture + Entertainment District and we are looking eagerly ahead to building on this momentum as we continue to transform this district together.” The Calgary Stampede and BMO have renewed their partnership for another 10 years BMO has extended the naming rights of the BMO Centre to the BMO Centre expansion BMO has been a long-time supporter of the Calgary Stampede In 1899 BMO became the official bank of the Calgary Exhibition and has been an official sponsor since 1914 OAA Study Highlights Urgent Need for Site Plan Approval Reform Architecture and design firms announce promotion of staff members Recipients of 2024 Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Awards announced Turenscape Announced as 2025 RAIC International Prize Recipient 07mayAll Day14sepGroundwork Exhibition - Canadian Centre for ArchitectureMontreal, Quebec Groundwork is a three-part film and exhibition series exploring the conceptual development and field research of contemporary architects cultivating alternative modes of engagement with new project sites the CCA will take a critical look at how designers across diverse geographies and contexts engage with their environments in preliminary phases of projects and stages of transformation will be highlighted as revelatory aspects of architectural work that help to deepen our understanding of new critical modes of practice and engagement the project questions how different architects situate themselves in relation to changing natural and disciplinary boundaries The exhibition is on from now until September 14 For more information, click here 13febAll Day11mayElana Herzog - ExhibitionToronto, Ontario This exhibition surveys the 35 year career of Toronto-born Brooklyn-based artist Elana Herzog and is curated by internationally Canadian artist Jessica Stockholder It features a new site-responsive installation made This exhibition surveys the 35 year career of Toronto-born Brooklyn-based artist Elana Herzog and is curated by internationally Canadian artist Jessica Stockholder It features a new site-responsive installation made using wallpaper designed by the artist Part of Herzog’s process is to encrust textiles onto – and into – different surfaces explains “while working in the building trades I became intimately acquainted with the built environment and how it is constructed On a very personal level I learned about how systems interact and are installed in buildings – what’s behind the walls and under the floors.” Her work can be described as a form of domestic archeology often engaging architecture and other more intimate forms of material culture For more information, click here 01mayAll Day30Arthur Erickson: Design in MindVancouver, British Columbia The Arthur Erickson Foundation has announced the world premiere of ArthurErickson: Design in Mind The immersive pop-up exhibition will run from now until May 30 This experience marks the culmination of the AE100 Centennial Celebration a year-long series of events honouring the life and work of architect Arthur Erickson For more information, click here 08mayAll DayTMU Department of Architectural Science Year End Show 2025Toronto, Ontario Toronto Metropolitan University's Department of Architectural Science encourages its students to test boundaries and apply their skill to prevailing issues present within their evolving surroundings Toronto Metropolitan University’s Department of Architectural Science encourages its students to test boundaries The annual Year End Show presents the culmination of the 2024-25 academic term showcasing the impressive and cutting-edge works of our top students in all four years of study and at the graduate level For more information, click here To view this year’s thesis booklet, click here 08mayAll Day14University of Montreal - Cohort 2025Montreal, Quebec The annual exhibition of graduates from the Faculty of Planning at UdeM will soon be back for an extended 2025 edition A full week to admire the innovative projects of future architects For more information, click here 09mayAll Day11housed…[un]housed...[re]housed… 2025 SymposiumToronto, Ontario The housed…[un]housed...[re]housed… symposium will shine its academic light on our affordable housing and unhoused crisis in Toronto Given our recent pressing issues and experiences with affordability issues The housed…[un]housed…[re]housed… symposium will shine its academic light on our affordable housing and unhoused crisis in Toronto the symposium will probe and discuss precedents with a critical and multi-disciplinary lens and expand on the Fair Housing Act discourse which prohibits discrimination and the Ontario Human Rights Commission that housing is a human right For more information, click here 09may7:00 pm10:00 pmPresence roma XLV exhibition - CambridgeCambridge, Ontario The University of Waterloo School of Architecture class of 2025 is proud to reaffirm its  long-standing Presence in Rome with an exhibit of our design projects For more information, click here 13mayAll DayUniversité de Montréal School of Architecture's 60th anniversaryMontreal, Quebec Come and celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Université de Montréal School of Architecture on Tuesday the school is preparing a commemorative catalog and visuals to reminisce on the school’s 60-year history since joining the Université de Montréal To register for the event, click here 14mayAll Day24City Building 2025 - Call for SubmissionsToronto, Ontario This is an exhibition of contemporary works by artists who explore our changing urban environment while looking at local architecture and urban issues Artists interested in participating are being asked to send a image list, current CV /artist statement, and 4 to 6 jpegs to [email protected] Selected artists will pay $40 per selected work The exhibition will be on display from May 14 to 24 For more information, click here 24mayAll Day25Doors Open TorontoToronto, Ontario Doors Open Toronto invites the public to explore the city’s most-loved buildings and sites The event provides rare access to buildings that are not usually The event provides rare access to buildings that are not usually open to the public and free access to sites that would usually charge an admission fee it has attracted more than two million visits to nearly 700 unique locations and remains the largest event of its kind in Canada For more information, click here Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon The best of Los Angeles straight to your inbox We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy Los Angeles without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Los Angeles which has been operating on the ground floor of the iconic Homer Laughlin Building since 1917 There have been plenty of changes throughout the years with some prompting concerns about the gentrification that has pushed out older stalls to make way for newer flashier (and oftentimes more expensive) ones But that doesn’t take away from the fact that the culinary talent here is strong Visitors can choose from breakfast staples like Eggslut (beware of the lines!) and breakfast burritos from Jose Chiquito diners flock to Shiku for Korean lunch sets pupusas from Sarita’s and affordable combos from Bento-ya and China Cafe I also like the dosirak (Korean lunchbox combos) from Shiku lobster rolls from Broad Street Oyster and Nonna’s Empanadas gather a group and assemble a meal of tacos barbecue and fried chicken on the sidewalk patio then follow it up with a beer at Golden Road Brewery Whether it’s your first time at GCM or your 80th you’ll always find something new to love Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! twitterinstagramspotifyAbout us Contact us Time Out magazine $500M expansion officially opens its doors and puts Calgary on the map as a world-class convention destination Calgary’s BMO Centre at Stampede Park is ready to welcome the world officially becoming Western Canada’s largest convention centre with the grand opening of its 565,000 sq Tier 1 convention facility opens its doors for the first time not only creating an architectural landmark for Calgary but making gatherings even greater with the ability to host a scale of convention the city hasn’t been able to previously accommodate “For four years, we have been promising that the expanded BMO Centre will offer Calgarians southern Albertans and visitors to our city a greater way to gather it is with immeasurable pride that we open the doors to the BMO Centre at Stampede Park,” said Joel Cowley “The BMO Centre expansion was built for Calgary and southern Alberta with the vision of creating a world-class facility both in terms of design and the ability to provide exceptional guest experiences through our signature western hospitality With the interest we’ve seen from the meetings and conventions industry before the doors have even opened we know that this facility is going to have a positive impact on Calgary’s economy by bolstering the tourism and hospitality sectors and we look forward to realizing the success of the expansion in the decades to come.” is already loading into the expansion’s exhibition halls in preparation for their June 11 event and there are another 500 conventions and events booked into the expansion post-opening to date rideshares and other attractions that make Calgary unique “We are proud to celebrate the grand opening of this remarkable expansion – brought to life by collaboration the BMO Centre will be a beacon of community pride while making the city a destination for national and international meetings and events We are excited to see the countless opportunities it will bring to Calgary.” The new BMO Centre is going to help keep that trend going by bringing more business and industry events to the heart of Calgary where they’ll experience so many things that make this city great,” said the Honourable Danielle Smith represents the next generation of convention facilities one that promises best-in-class guest experience boasts precedent-setting design architecture and serves as a gathering place for convention attendees and the local community alike President and CEO of Calgary Municipal Land Corporation “The Calgary Stampede is grateful to our partners at CMLC for their expert delivery of the project and to our generous funding partners – the Government of Canada the Government of Alberta and The City of Calgary – for their $500M investment in this world-class facility We are also grateful to BMO for their 10-year extension of the naming rights for this beautiful building as well as their partnership with the Calgary Stampede that dates back more than a century.” After more than 124 years of working together the Calgary Stampede and BMO have renewed their partnership for another 10 years which will welcome guests from our community and around the world From sponsoring prizes like a $5 bank account for best dressed and best window decorations in downtown Calgary during the 1923 Stampede to hosting square dancing and street entertainment outside of their Stephen Avenue location in the early days to hosting Stampede historical displays in BMO bank branches across the city in 2018 and 2019 BMO has always been a champion of the Calgary Stampede and community spirit “Developing strong partnerships within our communities is at the heart of what BMO does to boldly grow the good in business and life,” said Mike Bonner “It’s an honour to be the naming sponsor of BMO Centre and to celebrate our partnership dating back to 1884 as the oldest business relationship in Western Canada This landmark facility will serve as a gathering place the community and have a strong impact on the economy further showcasing BMO’s commitment to driving progress for a thriving economy sustainable future and inclusive society for Calgary and beyond.” Calgarians are invited to tour the expanded BMO Centre for the first time on Saturday, June 8, during the Calgary Stampede’s Community Round Up CMLC welcomes local artist Alex Kwong as the next voice in Art in the Public Realm program The $70M revitalization will reimagine the plaza as a more modern accessible and flexible public gathering space for generations to come Public art initiative showcases Calgary's creative talent as part of the Arts Commons and Olympic Plaza Transformation projects © 2023–2025 Calgary Municipal Land Corporation Join us for the official opening of Rosemary Brown Recreation Centre on Saturday The celebrations will run from noon and go until 4 pm Following a brief introduction from Mayor Mike Hurley and Councillor Sav Dhaliwal Jill Anholt will speak about her public art piece Cleta Brown (Rosemary Brown’s daughter) will say a few words and assist with the ceremonial ribbon cutting Glide on the ice for a Toonie Try It Skate (pre-registration required starting 10 am on May 9 for Burnaby residents and non-residents on May 10) Register Kids can visit different stations for our passport activity for a tasty treat Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands Crowds gathered on Monday evening in response to Stormont Infrastructure minister Liz Kimmins’ announcement last month that signs in both English and Irish will appear at the transport hub in the city centre Irish language campaigners staged a protest at the station shortly after the opening of the new £340m station late last year with demonstrators claiming members of Belfast’s Gaeltacht community felt “excluded” from the hub due to a lack of Gaelic signage Read more: What’s next for the Irish language at Grand Central Station? Mark who helped organise the rally criticised the decision saying the minister is new to the position and has not engaged with residents “This was a decision made by a minister who’s been in post for only a short time and she’s not attempting to reach out to the community “This area has been economically gutted and culturally attacked by imposing a language on which people here don’t speak “My grandmother was a fluent Irish language speaker I don’t have a problem with people having a personal love for their Irish language My difficulty is whenever it’s coerced speech on signage “There’s £200,000 offered to shopkeepers in this area for the damage that has been done by TransLink and almost the equivalent is going to be spent on Irish language scenes Trader Paul McCann told The Irish News that it was “not right” that traders received £200,000 while Irish language signage would cost £150,000 it’s a Gaelic language from a foreign country “Traders received £200,000 to help with the impact on business during the building works but I’ve still bills to pay Then we’re told £150,000 is going into these Irish language signs referenced a quote that “every word of Irish spoken is like another bullet being fired in the struggle for Irish freedom.” He claimed: “There are two entrances to this station; one here in Sandy Row and another at the Grosvenor Road which had a rich protestant history before the ethnic cleansing in the 1970s “Promoting the Irish language is seen as rewarding the republican people for the ethnic cleansing and extending republican territory “We wish to see a station that everyone can feel welcome in We need a careful and sensitive approach to any proposal around the installation of Irish language signs at the site “We are here tonight calling upon our MLAs to stop Liz Kimmins’ solo run of forcing the Irish language signs in and around the station but we do not want it rammed down our throats either.” was expected to appear at the hub later this year but work has halted after a legal challenge including the demolition of the Boyne Bridge and the impact on traders in the area Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson is seeking a judicial review against the Department for Infrastructure over the decision, stating it was taken “without executive approval”. However, Ms Kimmins has defended the decision and said she was “keen to continue to push this”. Facebook pageTwitter feedRSS feed@2025 The Irish News Ltd The City of Cold Lake wants to reflect on their past while planning for their future with a downtown entryway feature that will commemorate the role Grand Centre played in the city's history The entryway will mark the role Grand Centre had on the history of Cold Lake “We wanted to do a legacy for Grand Centre as a gateway into downtown of Grand Centre has been pushed to the background and we thought it would be nice to have the discussion to try to create something that would acknowledge Grand Centre in a legacy way without necessarily dividing all of the gains we have made in becoming one community,” explained Coun Bob Buckle at the city's corporate priorities meeting on Tuesday It was during that meeting that council agreed to forge ahead with the design at a cost of $250,000 funding that was already in their 2019 budget The decision to create a legacy project was mostly to reflect on the role Grand Centre had on Cold Lake but also to replace the current downtown entryway what is now known as Cold Lake south was the Town of Grand Centre while the north of the municipality was the Town of Cold Lake amalgamated to create the city as it is today the stone and steel feature will include a plaque outlining the history of Grand Centre and benches On one side of the road headed into downtown would be the entryway while the other side of the road would have a single pillar if you wanted to extend some of this… the decorative theme is reasonably classy and generic," noted Coun The project has been in the works for several years and has seen many revisions since the initial discussion including the latest design which featured a colourful Grand Centre logo the logo for Grand Centre was too colourful It’s now been toned down to look like an old Grand Centre logo,” explained general manager of infrastructure services Azam Khan adding the lights installed inside of the pillars can change colour depending on the theme “We went with this concept because it doesn’t age,” he expressed While there's potential for the feature to extend throughout downtown Kirk Soroka was pleased to see the city recognizing Grand Centre It will feature two structures on either side of the road "There's potential for it to move and tie that old Grand Centre together "I think we need to stop kicking this can down the road and get along with it." We just wanted to make sure council is on board with the design and that we have consensus that we're ready to go," noted CAO Kevin Nagoya More SPOTLIGHT > Please updgrade your browser to improve your experience marks a new chapter in southern Alberta’s history with the ribbon cutting for the new Sam Centre the Sam Centre draws on historic prairie architecture and is a 30,000-square-foot permanent place for guests to experience and discover The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth year-round.“For decades people have gathered at this location and we are thrilled to continue that tradition with this new community hub designed for celebrating “Sam Centre brings people into the middle of Stampede’s greatest stories giving them an active role in shaping our ongoing story.”Named after Robert Samuel Taylor the father of Calgary entrepreneur and philanthropist who generously gave $15 million to the project Sam Centre is Calgary’s Stampede Story – brought to life in an immersive and interactive experience that blends modern with history “We have many heroes in Alberta and their stories are just waiting to be told,” said Don Taylor “Sam Centre is an opportunity for guests to take their place among those characters and learn about the extraordinary peoples that shaped not only the history of the Stampede but Calgary and southern Alberta.”“Calgary Stampede is an integral part of the Albertan identity and the new Sam Centre will tell our stories to audiences from around the world,” said Tanya Fir Culture and Status of Women.“We’re thrilled to see that our investment toward the project will deliver a world-class facility for the greatest outdoor show on earth.”The Sam Centre officially opens on May 29 Grand Central is a shopping centre that replaced the Pallasades in Birmingham city centre It opened in 2015 and includes the biggest John Lewis store outside London above the redeveloped Birmingham New Street station has more than 40 fashion and lifestyle stores and over 20 new cafés More than 50 million visitors are expected each year Last week, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins announced that bilingual signage would be added to the £340m transport hub The signs, which are expected to cost around £145,000 were welcomed by Irish language activists who described it as “a major step forward” More: Questions about language signage at station legitimate, says DUP’s Emma Little-Pengelly some unionists opposed the minister’s move questioning the use of public money and the process undertaken by Ms Kimmins Mr Robinson said that his party intended to “put a marker down” in the Executive over the issue on Thursday Mr Robinson criticised the minister for her decision to “squander £145,000 on something which is considered significant and controversial” and was made “outside of the legal parameters in which the Executive should operate” “That’s the marker we’ve put down,” he told the BBC “It should be a discussion at the Executive as is the case with any issue which is considered to be controversial.” “Our minister Gordon Lyons has written to Liz Kimmins he has asked her to outline exactly how this decision was reached what engagement there was with Translink.” this could be adjudicated by the courts and the minister could have been found to act unlawfully but I’m not saying we’re there yet because there’s still more information that needs to be gleaned.” The DUP leader added: “Irish doesn’t offend me The inappropriate use of Irish offends me and the inappropriate use of public money should offend everybody in Northern Ireland.” SDLP MLA Mark Durkan, said he though it was “appropriate” that Irish signs were added. “It is correct that the Irish language should be on display front and centre in Grand Central Station,” he said. “I’m not sure how the erection of a sign in a transport hub is a cross-cutting issue.” The grand opening of the Rosemary Brown Recreation Centre was held on Saturday Named after local politician and social justice champion she was represented at the ceremony by daughter Cleta Brown multi purpose rooms and an outdoor rooftop patio 2024 at 2:17pm BSTMore than four years in construction Belfast’s £340 million Grand Central Station will finally open its doors on Sunday The first service from the new transport hub will depart for Dublin at 5am Work has been ongoing on the hub since 2020 with this summer seeing an escalation in the construction and disruption to rail and bus lines expected to continue into the autumn More: Video shows how to navigate the new Belfast Grand Central Station Construction of the new station has been recognised as one of the most complex infrastructure projects in the UK this year As anticipation builds around the impending opening of the facility that will mark a significant step forward in Northern Ireland’s public transport system The Irish News had of tour of what’s inside It will be the largest integrated transport hub on the island of Ireland and replace Great Victoria Street Station eight railway platforms as well as cycle and taxi provision to deliver “enhanced connectivity and encourage sustainable active travel for a healthier city” Another new feature is contactless ticketing with the transport hub set to deal with around 20 million customer journeys every year The cross-border Enterprise services will relocate to the new station with an hourly timetable later this year the area adjoining Belfast Grand Central Station will include allocation of road space to pedestrians and cyclists - with the provision of more than 200 capacity for cycle parking Translink chief executive Chris Conway said: “This will really change the face of public transport “It will bring enhanced frequency and connectivity right across Northern Ireland and give us the capability to do that both on our bus and rail network but also as well increased connectivity between Belfast and Dublin and with the new hourly Enterprise service coming in in the autumn as well and the ability to connect via bus as well between Belfast and Dublin If you can’t see the video below, click here. “So it really will connect the Northern Ireland and the island of Ireland.” Mr Conway added that it is “one of the largest integrated station on the island of Ireland”, it is hoped that it will “help to regenerate this part of Belfast”. While waiting on transport, passengers will able to sit back and relax with a coffee or grab a sandwich for their journey with a number of retail units set to open. Pret A Manger were putting the finishing touches to their store in the station on Wednesday. There will also be a phased opening of other retailers, including, Starbucks, Marks and Spencer and BrewDog, while there are hopes that local businesses will avail of the opportunity for pop up stores. Speaking about the retail units, station manager Louise Doyle, who has been involved in building projects such as the new Wembley stadium in London and the upgrade of Windsor Park stadium, said: “There’s a phased opening of retail, everything should be open by about Christmas... we have some really good brands. “We also will have throughout the station, once we are fully open, we will opportunities for local vendors for pop-ups in the station as well.” She added that last minute preparations are underway and staff cannot wait for the doors to open on Sunday. “We are really looking forward to welcoming everybody into the station,” she said. “This is the biggest infrastructure project across the island at the moment, the station is very open, it’s very welcoming, I think it will make passenger transport so much more accessible.” Buses will operate normally from the Europa Bus Centre on Saturday with services relocating to Belfast Grand Central Station on Sunday. Rail operations will commence at a date to be confirmed. Access to the new station will be via Grosvenor Road and Saltwater Lane (off Glengall Street). Outside Belfast Grand Central Station there will be a public realm space, Saltwater Square with a strong emphasis on arts and culture for everyone to enjoy. This work will continue around the station will continue into 2025, aimed at transforming the once forgotten area of Belfast. The new hub is seen as a major regeneration project for this part of Belfast with the potential for 1.3m sq feet of mixed use office, residential, leisure and retail space. John Glass, director of infrastructure and projects at Translink, also said the hub had been in the planning before construction for more than a decade. He said it was the largest infrastructure project in Northern Ireland and one of the largest in the UK, and had faced challenges including increases in the cost of materials and the coronavirus pandemic. “We started just before Covid, so we had that to deal with which brought with it price increases and material shortages, and then other international events such as the war in Ukraine, and prices were further hiked and materials in short supply,” he said. “But five years ago, we said we’d open in autumn 2024, and we will open in autumn 2024.” Read current news from our community January 28 the Kawartha Lakes Public Library and City of Kawartha Lakes celebrated the grand opening of the new Bobcaygeon Library and Municipal Service Centre It was a fun filled event featuring light refreshments and a chance to win prize baskets donated by local businesses “We’re amazed by the community support we experienced at the grand opening event on Saturday Our goal was to have 200 people see the new library and service centre and we blew that number away as nearly 500 residents visited the new space during the event We cannot thank the community enough for coming out on Saturday and seeing what their new branch has to offer,” said Jamie Anderson Library Director/CEO at Kawartha Lakes Public Library The grand opening event was the perfect way to introduce the Bobcaygeon community to their new community hub The upgraded building features the Bobcaygeon Branch of the Kawartha Lakes Public Library and the Bobcaygeon Municipal Service Centre It will allow residents to visit the library and municipal service centre in one trip “Here we have a space that not only is great for the whole community but now we also have the service centre combined with it So it’s one-stop shopping and that certainly meets the needs of the community and meets what Council wants to do in bringing together the services so that they’re more accessible and more available to everybody I just think that this is a wonderful example of what we can do when everybody at the City works together to build something that will be useful and beneficial to the community for many years,” said Mayor Doug Elmslie during his speech at the event Kawartha Lakes Public Library and the City of Kawartha Lakes would like to thank all of the local businesses and organizations in Bobcaygeon that contributed to the grand prize gift baskets: Bigley Shoes and Clothing The new community hub is open for business in Bobcaygeon and residents are encouraged to use it to meet all of their library and municipal service centre needs Ribbon Cutting Photo Caption (left to right): Library Director/CEO Jamie Anderson About the new Bobcaygeon Library and Municipal Service Centre Municipal Service Centre Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30am For more customer service information, please visit the Kawartha Lakes Customer Service webpage Library Hours: Monday and Thursday 12:30pm to 7:00pm Tuesday Wednesday and Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 2:00pm Media Inquiries © 2017 - 2023 Kawartha Lakes P.O. Box 9000, 26 Francis Street Lindsay, ON, K9V 5R8 Telephone: 705-324-9411 Toll free at 1-888-822-2225After-hours emergencies: 1-877-885-7337Email Us With the support of the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario The phased opening of the new transport hub in the city will see bus services which normally operate out of the Europa Bus Centre transfer there from this date A date for the beginning of rail services in and out of Grand Central Station has yet to be announced by Translink More: Controversial beer brand Brewdog to open in Belfast’s new Grand Central Station More: Full details of bus and train services ahead of phased opening of Belfast Grand Central Station Work has been ongoing on the transport hub since 2020 The Europa Bus Centre will close its doors on Saturday September 7 Chris Conway said the opening of the new station would happen in phases with Sunday September 8 representing the first chance for the public to see the progress made “Over the coming weeks there will be a number of changes for passengers as we phase in bus and train services. These are being carefully planned to facilitate completion of all the essential commissioning and testing, to allow services to bed in, to give the public time to get familiar with the new station, and to facilitate the ongoing public realm works. “This operational opening is a significant milestone in the project marking the next step towards transforming Northern Ireland’s public transport system. Over the coming year the programme of street works to improve pedestrian access around the new station will continue before the overall project is fully completed. “We are excited to offer a ‘grand’ welcome to visitors and passengers and want to thank everyone for their patience and support. We know there has been much interest and anticipation in the new facility which is set to help unlock the true potential of our region as a great place to live, work and visit.” Translink have advised that the rail line between Lisburn and Lanyon Place in Belfast remains closed due to associated engineering works, with replacement bus services continuing to operate until further notice. It has also announced a series of public information events to be held at the Europa Bus Centre and train stations throughout the north in late August and early September to help the public plan their journeys in the coming weeks. The UPEI campus community and members of the public are invited to attend the official grand opening of the new University of Prince Edward Island Performing Arts Centre and the revitalized Dr Please RSVP by September 20, 2023, to Kathy Weatherbie at krweatherbie@upei.ca or 902-626-6791 including a performance by Juno award-winning artist Susan Aglukark Together, we are addressing the world's greatest challenges. Join our ambitious vision for the future The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. © University of SaskatchewanDisclaimer | Privacy | Accessibility Government of Alberta announces funds for a partnership between the University of Alberta and Northwestern Polytechnic to establish a Rural Medical Education Program Training Centre U of A medical students and family medicine residents will soon have the opportunity to take all of their training in Grande Prairie and northern communities at the new northern Rural Medical Education Program Training Centre The Government of Alberta will fund an innovative new partnership between the University of Alberta and Northwestern Polytechnic to allow medical students and family medicine residents to take all of their training in Grande Prairie and other northern Alberta communities In an announcement today, Rajan Sawhney, Alberta’s minister of Advanced Education pledged $224.8 million to launch two new Rural Medical Education Program Training Centres in Grande Prairie and Lethbridge “Albertans deserve access to timely medical care in every corner of our province,” said Sawhney “Establishing the new training centres in Lethbridge and Grande Prairie is the first of many steps to solve the rural physician shortage Advanced Education is committed to increasing support for Alberta’s medical schools along with significant support encouraging more physicians to live and practise in rural settings.” The goal of the new Rural Medical Education Program Training Centres is to fully prepare graduates for family medicine and general practice positions to address primary-care needs in rural regional and Indigenous communities across Alberta.  president and vice-chancellor of the University of Alberta “These regional training centres will give more students access to a world-class education with hands-on training in rural settings I’m proud that we can play a leading role in building a more robust health-care system in Alberta." previously known as Grande Prairie Regional College is a publicly funded educational institution that offers degree as well as apprenticeship and trades training “There has never been more demand for dedicated and skilled medical professionals with ties to rural communities,” said Vanessa Sheane “Northwestern Polytechnic is grateful for the opportunity to be part of a collaborative way forward that will help attract educate and retain the physicians needed in our northernmost communities and across Alberta.” The aim is for the first cohort of medical students to start their studies in the fall of 2025 with new spots open for undergraduate medical students as well as more positions for general practice residents and international medical graduate residents.  we will work with communities across Alberta for clinical placements as a part of this program A similar Rural Medical Education Program Training Centre in Lethbridge is a partnership between the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine and the University of Lethbridge to train new doctors in southern Alberta