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May 10, 2025 Issue

May 11, 2025

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Shades of Hope sounds alarm over rise in orphaned wildlife: Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge in Pefferlaw, Ontario, has received over 650 orphaned animals this spring, urging the public to adopt humane methods to address wildlife nesting in homes.
GTTI-Skills Training Centre shuts its doors: The GTTI-Skills Training Centre in Sutton is closing permanently due to insufficient funding, despite its legacy of training over 13,000 individuals in trades and soft skills since 2008.
Jacob Mantle wins big in York-Durham: Jacob Mantle, a Conservative candidate, won the York-Durham riding with 55% of the vote, emphasizing affordability as a key issue for Georgina voters.
GTTI: A legacy of empowering people through skills training: GTTI-Skills Training Centre reflects on its 19-year history of providing innovative trades and skills training to thousands of individuals, thanking supporters and partners as it prepares to close permanently.
Kristin Joudrey wins marathon
Discover Georgina Show

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April 24, 2025 Issue

April 25, 2025

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York-Durham All-Candidates Debate draws crowd at The Link The York-Durham All-Candidates Debate on April 16 featured five candidates discussing key issues like tariffs, affordable housing, crime, and climate change, drawing a packed audience in Sutton.
Meet the candidates for York-Durham Candidates from the Conservative, Liberal, Green, and People’s Party shared their platforms and priorities for York-Durham, addressing issues like housing, crime, Lake Simcoe, and economic policies.
Upcoming Events:
Sutton Legion – Friday Night Dinner The Sutton Legion is hosting Friday night dinners featuring Haddock Fish on April 25 and Pork & Chicken Kabobs on May 2, welcoming everyone for $15 per meal.
The Good Food Collective – Community Lunch The Good Food Collective will serve Cheesy Quesadillas with Mexican Corn Salad on April 30, offering takeout for $8 with reservations.
Hospice Georgina’s 2025 Annual Online Auction Hospice Georgina is hosting an online auction until May 4, featuring over 200 items, including gift certificates and gently used goods.
Elvis in Concert with Garry Wesle Knox United Church will host an Elvis tribute concert on April 26, with tickets priced at $30.
Town of Georgina – Tree Giveaway Georgina will celebrate Earth Day on April 26 by giving away 2,000 trees to residents, with a limit of two per vehicle.
Ontario Society of Artists Members Exhibition The Ontario Society of Artists exhibition at GCAC in Sutton runs until April 27, showcasing Canadian artistic talent.
Port Bolster Hall – Spaghetti Luncheon Port Bolster Hall will host a spaghetti luncheon on April 27, offering meals for $15 per adult and $10 per child aged 6-12.
Georgina Cares Smile Cookie Campaign Tim Hortons will sell Smile Cookies from April 28 to May 4, with proceeds supporting Georgina Cares.
Lake Simcoe Gardeners Meeting The Lake Simcoe Gardeners will meet on April 28 to discuss orchids, featuring speakers Doug and Terry Kennedy.
Spring Market & Vendors Sale Sutton by the Lake Club House will host a Spring Market on May 3, showcasing local vendors.
Udora Leaksdale Lions Club 39th Annual Canoe River Run The Lions Club will hold its annual canoe run on May 3, featuring a 14 km ride down the Pefferlaw River and a BBQ lunch.
Swap and Sell and eWaste Event Georgina Ice Palace will host an eWaste recycling event on May 10, allowing residents to dispose of old electronics for free.
Georgina-Brock Garden Club Plant Auction The Garden Club will hold a plant auction on May 12, offering a wide selection of plants and seedlings.

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April 10, 2025 Issue

April 12, 2025

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Community steps up as ice storm devastates Georgina A severe ice storm on March 28 caused widespread damage in Georgina, leaving thousands without power or water, but the community rallied together to provide aid and support.
Georgina voters head to the polls on April 28 Georgina voters will elect a new MP for the York-Durham riding, with five candidates from major parties competing, and projections favouring the Conservative Party.
Town of Georgina speed cameras go live on April 10 Automated Speed Enforcement cameras are now operational in Georgina, targeting speeding in Community Safety Zones with fines based on excess speed.
Sushi Han serves up flavour Sushi Han in Keswick offers a variety of sushi options, accommodating dietary restrictions, and is praised for its fresh flavours and customer connections.
Ian Williams talks about the lost art of conversation Author Ian Williams discussed his book on improving conversations in the digital age during a talk at the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture.

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March 24, 2025 Issue

March 25, 2025

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Buy Canadian movement gains traction in Georgina: Local businesses and residents in Georgina are increasingly supporting Canadian-made products in response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods.
Lake Drive one-way construction begins in April: The Town Council has approved the Lake Drive Improvements Project, making a stretch of Lake Drive one-way for the summer months, with construction starting in April.
Georgina residents receive King Charles III Coronation Medal: Twenty-five individuals, including nine from Georgina, were honoured with the King Charles III Coronation Medal for their significant contributions to their community.
ClearWater Farm Celebrates World Water Day: ClearWater Farm marked World Water Day with events focused on water ecology and protecting watersheds, including a rebranding announcement and educational activities.
The Lunchroom opens on High Street: The Lunchroom, offering affordable and delicious sandwiches, has opened at 118 High Street in Sutton, aiming to provide quick and reasonably priced lunch options.

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March 10, 2025 Issue

March 15, 2025

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Trump’s impending tariffs have local beef farmers worried President Trump’s threatened tariffs on Canadian agricultural products could negatively impact Ontario beef farmers like John Webb by reducing demand and lowering prices for Canadian beef exports to the U.S.
Town gets $5.8 million from Housing Accelerator Fund Georgina will receive $5.8 million from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s Housing Accelerator Fund to support the construction of 200 homes, including 50 affordable housing units, over the next three years.
Georgina Rec Pass holders get gym membership discount Georgina Rec Pass holders can now get discounted memberships at local gyms Snap Fitness 24/7 and Fitness Force to access strength training and cardio equipment not available at the MURC.
Repair Cafe keeps broken household items from landfills York Region’s monthly Repair Cafes, operated by NewMakeIt, offer free repairs for household items to reduce waste and keep items out of landfills.
Heaven Can Wait First Aid Training Opens in Georgina Heaven Can Wait Emergency First Aid Training has opened at the MURC in Keswick, offering public and business courses approved by the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Board.

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February 24, 2025 Issue

March 3, 2025

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Catch the Ace lottery winner takes home $389,829 jackpot Ryan O’Quinn won the $389,829.50 jackpot in Hospice Georgina’s Catch the Ace as well as raising significant funds and awareness for the non-profit’s goal of building a residential hospice.
Art in Action: Bringing Light to Sutton Youth Sutton Youth Shelter’s mural project involved local youth, artists, and police to create a vibrant space and foster community connections.
Winter battle reenactment honours soldiers’ sacrifice The Georgina Military Museum hosted a reenactment of the Battle of the Bulge, highlighting the sacrifices of soldiers during WW2.
How Georgina Inspired Andrew Sibbald’s Novel Andrew Sibbald’s novel, “The Briars Between,” is set in Georgina and inspired by his family’s history at The Briars.
New Classes to Keep Your Furry Friends Safe Lynn Thacker is offering a March Break program in York Region to teach children aged 5-10 essential dog safety and first aid skills, with plans to offer adult training sessions later in the spring.

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February 10, 2025 Issue

February 10, 2025

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Feds could green-light Georgina Island Fixed Link this month The 2.6 km Fixed Link Project connecting Georgina Island to the mainland may receive approval from the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada this month.
York-Simcoe voters head to the polls on February 27 Premier Doug Ford’s snap provincial election sees the PCs leading in polls, with MPP Caroline Mulroney running for re-election in York-Simcoe.
Turning the Page on Age: Free Fitness for 55+!  The Town offers free fitness classes for seniors, including Ageless Grace, Nia, and Chair Yoga, promoting physical and mental well-being.
Behind the hedges: Mazo Louise de la Roche Mazo Louise de la Roche, a notable Canadian author, is buried at St. Georges church cemetery, with a rich family history and literary legacy.
Fast Laps for Brave Kids Races for Local Cancer Care Chris Burling’s Fast Laps for Brave Kids initiative raises funds for Southlake Health’s Pediatric Oncology Satellite Clinic, supporting local children with cancer.
Feed your soul, fill their plates!  Ewa and Steeve Chwojko host The Art of Food event to raise funds for the Georgina Food Pantry, highlighting the importance of food security for local families.

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