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The Oakville Film Festival is back for its 12th year, running from June 18 to 25, with an exciting lineup of premieres, gala events, and community celebrations. Opening night on Wednesday, June 18 features a family-friendly event at Film.Ca Cinemas, including outdoor activities and four film premieres across two theatres.

Three gala evenings will be held at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, starting with the Canadian Opening Night Gala on June 19, followed by the International Gala on June 20 and the Indigenous Peoples Day Gala on June 21. Early bird passes are available now at the lowest prices of the season, including VIP, Gala Plus and Double Gala options.

This year’s festival includes 17 screening blocks, a four-day industry summit and virtual screenings available through June 30. A special day of programming will also take place in Mississauga on June 22. Full lineup details will be announced May 12

Oakville just got a shoutout from Narcity, which named our town one of the best spring day trips near Toronto. The article, written by Madeline Forsyth, describes Oakville as a “storybook” destination with pretty streets, cozy shops and beautiful harbours… Sounds about right.

They highlighted some great seasonal fun, like Spring Time on the Farm at Bronte Creek with animals and historical demos, and Bronte Lake Notes with free live music in the park. Big June events like the Oakville Family Ribfest and Oakville Festivals of Film & Art also made the list.

Nature lovers get their share too, with mentions of Gairloch Gardens, Neyagawa Park and over 200 kilometres of scenic trails. Add ice cream, waterfront views and a downtown full of great eats, and it’s easy to see why Oakville made the cut.

What do you think, did they miss anything?

Love was in the air on May 2 as Oakville hosted its very first multi-civil marriage ceremony at Town Hall. Fourteen couples tied the knot throughout the day in a heartwarming celebration that turned the Trafalgar Room and Atrium into romantic wedding spaces filled with music and joy.

Ceremonies were booked in 30-minute intervals from noon to 8 p.m., allowing each couple their special moment to exchange vows. As a bonus, the Town offered a 25 percent discount for the occasion, bringing the usual $400 fee down to $300. That included an officiant, ceremony time and a mini photo session, with guests invited to mingle and celebrate in the atrium afterward.

Town staff confirmed this is the first time Oakville has hosted a multi-civil ceremony event, though civil marriages and license services are regularly available. A huge congratulations to all the newlyweds who helped make Oakville history!

Leila is a 3-month-old spayed Great Pyrenees mix who’s currently enjoying life in a foster home while she waits for her forever family. She’s a friendly, treat-loving pup who’s doing great with crate training and learning the ropes of housetraining. Leila gets along well with both dogs and cats and loves spending time with people.

She’d be a wonderful match for a first-time dog owner, especially someone excited to keep up her training and help her grow. A family-friendly home with a backyard would be her dream come true. If you’re looking for a playful and affectionate companion, Leila might be the perfect fit!

Monday, May 5
🌧️ Cloudy with a 30% chance of morning showers, increasing to 60% by evening. Risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon.
High: 12°C | Low: 13°C

Tuesday, May 6
🌥️ Cloudy with a 40% chance of showers.
High: 18°C | Low: 13°C

Wednesday, May 7
🌥️ Cloudy with a 30% chance of showers.
High: 18°C | Low: 4°C

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