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Here is what to expect in today’s issue:
🇨🇦 What’s open and closed on Canada Day?
🏒 Oakville local gets drafted 2nd overall
📅 Some plans to keep you busy!
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🗓️ What’s Open/Closed on Canada Day
Most grocery stores, all LCBOs, town facilities, and both Oakville Place and South Oakville Centre will be closed on Tuesday, July 1 for Canada Day. Outdoor pools (except Bronte) will open, and Oakville Transit will run holiday service from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. A few spots like Farm Boy Bronte and the Beer Store at Hays Blvd. will stay open with reduced hours. Click the button below for a comprehensive list.
🏘️ Halton’s New Housing Strategy
Halton Region has launched a bold 2025–2035 Comprehensive Housing Strategy focused on tackling urgent housing challenges and building long-term solutions. The plan prioritizes prevention of homelessness, expands supportive housing, and aims to protect and grow affordable housing options. With shelters over capacity and waitlists rising, projects in Oakville and across Halton will add new supportive units. Regional leaders stress that support from provincial and federal governments is essential to maximize impact and help more residents find stable, affordable homes.
🏒 Oakville’s Michael Misa Goes Second
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Oakville is buzzing with hockey pride as Michael Misa, the electrifying forward from the OHL’s Saginaw Spirit, was picked 2nd overall by the San Jose Sharks in the 2025 NHL Draft. His 62 goals and 134 points this season turned heads, and now he’s set to skate alongside stars like Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith in San Jose. Misa becomes becomes the highest Oakville player selected since John Tavares went 1st overall in 2009
Coincidentally, John Tavares has signed a new four-year deal to stay with the Toronto Maple Leafs, choosing loyalty to his hometown team over free agency. With Tavares’ leadership secured in Toronto and Misa’s NHL journey just beginning, Oakville hockey has plenty to celebrate and look forward to in the years ahead.
Monday, June 30
⚡ Afternoon thunderstorms likely—expect gusty winds and heavy rain.
High: 28 °C | Low: 21 °C
Tuesday, July 1 (Canada Day)
🌤 Warm and humid with a mix of sun and clouds.
High: 29 °C | Low: 18 °C
Wednesday, July 2
⛅ Mostly sunny with a chance of a brief afternoon shower.
High: 28 °C | Low: 17 °C
Monday Night Trivia at The Tipsy Fox 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | June 30 (more info)
Location: The Tipsy Fox Pub & Grill, 478 Dundas Street West, Oakville
Description: Play ruby PUB TRIVIA, a visual and interactive game with prizes. Free to play. Ages all.
Annual Canada Day Pancake Breakfast 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM | July 1 (more info)
Location: Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre, 2200 Sawgrass Drive, Oakville
Description: Enjoy free pancakes, popcorn, music, and kids’ activities at this community breakfast celebration. All ages welcome.
Canada Day at The Bronte Legion 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM | July 1 (more info)
Location: The Bronte Legion, 79 Jones Street, Oakville
Description: Celebrate with food trucks, a beer and wine garden, live music, market vendors, and kids’ activities. All ages welcome.
Town of Oakville Canada Day Celebration 2025 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM | July 1 (more info)
Location: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville
Description: Family-friendly festivities with live entertainment, food trucks, and fireworks. Free shuttle from Bronte GO Station.
LeadTribes Oakville In-Person Event 12:15 PM | July 2 (more info)
Location: Milestones Restaurant, 3051 Vega Boulevard, Mississauga
Description: Weekly networking event focused on leadership and professional growth for Ontario entrepreneurs. Guests welcome.
Family Storytime: Under the Sails 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | July 3 (more info)
Location: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville
Description: Outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs, and rhymes with beautiful waterfront views. Series runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from July 3 to August 28; bring a blanket and sunscreen.
Thursday Coffee & Conversation 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | July 3 (more info)
Location: The Women's Centre, 1515 Rebecca Street Suite 229, Oakville
Description: Weekly gathering for women to enjoy coffee, conversation, and connection with others in Oakville. A welcoming introduction to programs at The Women’s Centre.
Sip and Mingle Business Networking Social 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | July 3 (more info)
Location: The Village Winemaker, 364 Kerr Street, Oakville
Description: Ages 19+ networking event for business owners and professionals featuring wine samples, snacks, and opportunities to connect. Advance registration required; no walk-ins or refunds.
Community Play Night: Free Swims 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | July 3 (more info)
Location: Falgarwood Pool, 1349 Gainsborough Dr, Oakville
Description: Free family-friendly evening swim at Falgarwood Pool as part of Community Play Night. Enjoy leisure swimming and summer fun for all ages.
Thursday Night Trivia 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | July 3 (more info)
Location: The Hungry Italian, 1911 Ironoak Way, Oakville
Description: Free all-ages trivia night hosted by Jamie Bernard, featuring visual questions on venue TVs and digital scoring.
Thursday Night Hit Music Video Bingo 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | July 3 (more info)
Location: Boston Pizza, 499 Dundas Street West, Oakville
Description: Enjoy an all-ages evening of free music video bingo, with hit songs playing on TVs as you mark your card.
Bronte Lake Notes: Orangeman 7:00 PM | July 3 (more info)
Location: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor concert featuring Orangeman, a high-energy classic rock and Top 40 band known for their dynamic stage show. Part of the Bronte Lake Notes summer series inviting all ages to dance and celebrate by the harbour.
2025 Sunset Kino Outdoor Film Festival 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM | July 3 (more info)
Location: Oakville Galleries in Gairloch Gardens, 1306 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville
Description: July 3 screenings include Salt Sellers (14 min), I Dream the Mountain is Still Whole (17 min), Prizes From Fairyland (10 min), and There is Another Breath (5 min).
Therapy x Yoga: Feel and Heal 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM | July 4 (more info)
Location: Inye Yoga, 2640 Bristol Circle Suite 300, Oakville
Description: Experience an 8-week yoga series combining themed flows and therapeutic workshops to support mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Fresh Air Fitness 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | July 4 (more info)
Location: Bronte Market Square, 2445 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville
Description: Six-week outdoor fitness series offering free classes led by Town of Oakville instructors.
Friday Night Jazz in Towne Square 7:00 PM | July 4 (more info)
Location: Towne Square, Oakville
Description: Enjoy an evening of live jazz featuring John Canham and his talented quartet. Perfect for music lovers and date nights, with classic jazz vibes every Friday in June.
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