Good morning Oakville. We hope you had a fantastic weekend!
Here is what to expect in today’s issue:
🍝 New series: restaurant spotlight
🏛 Petition growing to save a part of Halton History
📅 A fun-filled list of events for your week!
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🍝 Restaurant Spotlight: Episode 1
Do you love trying out new restaurants here in Oakville? Well you’re in luck, we have started a new series over on Instagram where we try and review restaurants here in town. Episode one was Ritorno, an Italian favourite located at 261 Oak Walk Drive. Check it out! ⬇️
🏛 Petition Grows to Protect Halton Heritage
A local petition pushing Halton Region to keep its heritage services has gathered over 700 signatures in just a week. The Region plans to close the division and transfer more than 30,000 artifacts to local museums and institutions, with some possibly ending up at auction. Georgetown’s Kevin Reid-Morris says smaller groups may not have the space or resources to handle the collection, which includes archival records, photographs, furniture, uniforms, tools, and about 20 Indigenous artifacts.
Halton council voted last July to wind down services by January 2026 after a closed-door review, but critics say residents and Indigenous communities were left out of the process. The Region says the transfer will be gradual and follow national museum guidelines. Reid-Morris hopes growing public support will convince leaders to change course, saying heritage is essential to understanding and preserving the community’s identity.
📋 Big Brothers Big Sisters Recruiting Board Member
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a non-profit that connects young people with mentors to provide guidance, friendship and support. Serving communities across Halton, Hamilton and Grand Erie, the group is now looking for a volunteer board member to help shape its future. The role includes setting policies, ensuring financial stability, working with budgets and contributing to board committees.
Applicants with experience in small business, healthcare, technology, community services or fundraising are encouraged to apply, and the organization welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds, including racialized groups, Indigenous people and LGBTQ individuals. CVs can be sent to Executive Director Michael Treadgold by Friday, Aug. 22.
Monday, August 11
☀️ Very warm and sunny
High: 32 °C | Low: 22 °C
Tuesday, August 12
⛈️ Hot, humid with a chance of afternoon thunderstorms
High: 31 °C | Low: 23 °C
Wednesday, August 13
⛅ Warm with intervals of sun and humidity; stray thunderstorm possible
High: 29 °C | Low: 18 °C
Parading the Streets of Bronte 10:30 AM | August 12 (more info)
Location: Sovereign House, 7 West River Street, Oakville
Description: Morning presentation by local historian Dave McCleary exploring Bronte’s past, present, and community transformation. Interactive Q&A included.
Networking for Businesses 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | August 12 (more info)
Location: Touchdown Coworking Space, 2030 Bristol Circle, Oakville
Description: Connect with local professionals over coffee and snacks, with a short presentation by LegalShield. Free parking available.
Oakville Wind Orchestra: Sounds of Summer 7:00 PM | August 12 (more info)
Location: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2409 Ontario Street, Oakville
Description: Final performance in a free summer concert series by Canada’s oldest community band. Held under the gazebo.
Trivia at Boston Pizza 7:30 PM | August 12 (more info)
Location: Boston Pizza, 2011 Winston Park Drive, Oakville
Description: Free visual trivia night hosted by ruby PUB TRIVIA with prizes and digital scoring. Call venue to reserve your table. All ages
LeadTribes Oakville Networking 12:15 PM | August 13 (more info)
Location: Touchdown Coworking Space, 2030 Bristol Circle, Oakville
Description: Midday networking event with entrepreneurs featuring insights, connections, and light snacks.
Summer Splash at Fowley Park 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | August 13 (more info)
Location: Fowley Park, 95 Fowley Drive, Oakville
Description: Family event featuring fire crews, fire truck tours, and fire safety activities at the splash pad. Rain date: August 14.
Movies in the Park: Kung Fu Panda 4 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM | August 13 (more info)
Location: Oakville Trafalgar Community Centre Park, 325 Reynolds Street, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor screening with pre-movie activities starting at 6:30 PM; movie begins at dusk. Bring your own blanket or lawn chair.
Yoga at Gairloch Gardens 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | August 13 (more info)
Location: The Studio in Gairloch Gardens, 1308 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville
Description: Evening yoga and sound bath session in a tranquil lakeside studio. Mats and props provided; registration required to attend.
Mingle with Singles 40's, 50's, and 60's 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | August 13 (more info)
Location: State & Main, 301 Hays Boulevard, Oakville
Description: Social evening for singles featuring an ice-breaker activity and appetizers. Guests are encouraged to dress to impress and purchase a drink from the venue. Ages 40+
Summer SpeedNetworking – Oakville Edition 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | August 14 (more info)
Location: Gingerman’s, 416 Kerr Street, Oakville
Description: Fast-paced networking event for entrepreneurs and business professionals. Includes light refreshments.
Sip and Mingle Business Networking Social – Oakville 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | August 14 (more info)
Location: The Village Winemaker, 364 Kerr Street, Oakville
Description: Business networking event with wine sampling and light snacks. Ages 19+.
Movies in the Park: Mufasa – The Lion King 6:30 PM | August 14 (more info)
Location: Munn’s Creek Park, 153 River Oaks Boulevard West, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor screening with family activities starting at 6:30 PM, followed by the movie at dusk. Part of the August Movies in the Park series.
Bronte Lake Notes: Dave Murphy 7:00 PM | August 14 (more info)
Location: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor concert featuring contemporary music by Dave Murphy. Part of the weekly Bronte Lake Notes series.
Therapy x Yoga: Feel and Heal 9:30 AM - 11:20 AM | August 15 (more info)
Location: Inye Yoga, 2640 Bristol Circle, Oakville
Description: Yoga and therapeutic workshop combining themed flows with mindfulness practices. Ages 16+.
Fresh Air Fitness: Dance Fit 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | August 15 (more info)
Location: Bronte Market Square, 2445 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor Dance Fit class led by Town of Oakville fitness staff. Part of the six-week Fresh Air Fitness series.
Friday Night Jazz in Towne Square 7:00 PM | August 15 (more info)
Location: Towne Square, 94 George Street, Oakville
Description: Live jazz performance by John Canham & Joe Dukes with quartet. Part of the weekly Friday night summer series.
Nineties by Nature West Encore 10:00 PM - 2:30 AM | August 15 (more info)
Location: Dirty Martini Oakville, 2075 Winston Park Drive, Oakville
Description: 90s-themed dance party featuring music by Channel Nine and Kid C. Hosted by Scott Boogie and Mariela Fit.
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