Montréal — Today, on June 5, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in green from sunset to 10pm to mark World Environment Day. After 10pm, the architectural lighting will return to the blue-green illumination that reduces the risk of disorientating birds during their migratory period, which runs until June 15.
Brampton offering options to keep cool during Heat Warning
Brampton – The City of Brampton is offering heat relief as a Heat Warning is now in effect for the Region of Peel. Heat relief locations are available in all public access buildings, including Brampton Civic Centre, City Hall, recreation centres and libraries during regular business hours. Splash Pads and Pool access Splash pads are now open 9 am – …
Celebrate Recreation, Seniors Month with City of Brampton
Brampton – Celebrate Recreation and Seniors Month in Brampton with activities and events throughout June. Learn about the benefits of healthy activity by participating in Recreation Month in Brampton, with free programming and special events, including National Health and Fitness Day and International Yoga Day. For more information on programs and events, visit www.brampton.ca/recmonth. National Health and Fitness Day June 3, …
Brampton Farmers’ Market to return this June
Vendors, entertainment to take over downtown core on summer Saturdays Brampton – The Brampton Farmers’ Market, presented by Meridian Credit Union, returns to the downtown core for the 2023 season on June 10. Vendors include farmers and local artisans offering freshly picked seasonal produce, prepared foods and unique handcrafted gods. Throughout the summer months there will be additional programming and …
Toronto kicks off Bike Month with Bike to Work Day group ride on Jun 1
Toronto – Bike Month, Toronto’s annual celebration of cycling, will kick off on Thursday, June 1 with the annual group ride to Nathan Phillips Square at Toronto City Hall. Cyclists can join the group ride at one of four starting points across the city and ride to Nathan Phillips Square for a celebration co-hosted by the City of Toronto and …
Investing in preventing aquatic invasive species in Quebec waters
Sherbrooke – Aquatic invasive species pose a serious threat to Canada’s waters, economy and society. When species are introduced to areas outside their native environment, they can grow quickly, compete with other species and alter habitats, causing serious ecological harm in our waters. Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, launched the new Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention …
Canada offers $84.6m to fight global acute malnutrition
Ottawa – Climate change and the rising cost of food have contributed to a rise in malnutrition rates, with the heaviest burden falling on the most vulnerable, especially women and girls. To mark World Nutrition Day on May 28, Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, today announced $84.6 …
June is Heritage Month in Brampton
Brampton – June is heritage month in Brampton, with celebrations throughout to honour the City’s diverse communities. Residents are invited to enjoy live entertainment and traditional cuisine as we celebrate Italian Heritage Month, Portuguese Heritage Month and Filipino Heritage Month. The City of Brampton is proud to honour our diverse mosaic by highlighting the different cultures of our residents and …
Supporting ambitious nature protection goals brokered at COP15
Ottawa – Protecting the species and natural spaces that Canadians love is important for communities from coast to coast to coast and for the planet. Conserving nature is foundational to all efforts to combat the triple crises of biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced that the Government of Canada will bring …
Celebrate Pride Month in Brampton this June
City committed to fostering safe and inclusive communities for all Brampton – Celebrate Pride 2023, presented by TD, in Garden Square this June. Garden Square will be transformed on June 4, with electrifying performances, curated by Brampton Arts Organization and Performing Arts Brampton, and free activities. Headlining this year’s Pride is Ryland James , platinum-certified singer-songwriter with over 85 million …