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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. In 1917, The Bisbee Deportation occurs as vigilantes kidnap and deport nearly 1,300 striking miners and others from Bisbee, Arizona. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1927, Françoys Bernier, Canadian pianist, conductor, and educator (died 1993) was born. In 1927, Harley Hotchkiss, Canadian businessman (died 2011) was born. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1957, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster (died 2017) was born. In 1967, Bruny Surin, Canadian sprinter was born. In 1967, Riots begin in Newark, New Jersey. In 2000, Charles Merritt, Canadian colonel and politician, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1908) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Pulse on the Plaza jumpstarts the heartbeat of Courtenay’s downtown
Fusion of cultures the ‘secret sauce’ of the festival series’ success, Comox Valley Arts director says. The post Pulse on the Plaza jumpstarts the heartbeat of Courtenay’s downtown appeared first on The Discourse..
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Western Standard
· Jun 27, 2026
Calgary to open '2SLGBTQIA+ community centre' downtown
Coming very soon to Calgary's downtown is a 2SLGBTQIA+ community centre, called the Calgary Rainbow Room.
Now Magazine
· Jun 27, 2026
Toronto Pride Weekend 2026 LIVE: Parade, road closures, events and everything happening across the city
Toronto Pride Weekend has arrived, transforming the Church-Wellesley Village and downtown core into the heart of one of North America’s largest 2SLGBTQIA+ celebrations. From the... The post Toronto Pride Weekend 2026 LIVE: Parade, road closures, events and everything happening across the city appeared first on NOW Toronto.
The Suburban
· Jun 28, 2026
Tips for a perfect family festival outing
This summer, the Quartier des Spectacles is alive with events and family-friendly activities — including the ongoing Montreal International Jazz Festival. Located downtown, the Quartier brings together a riche concentration of cultural venues. Within one square kilometre, you’ll find festivals,
Jamaica Information Service
· Jul 5, 2026
St. Ann’s Bay Mayor Anticipates Economic Boom from Reggae Sumfest
Mayor of St. Ann’s Bay, Councillor Michael Belnavis, is anticipating a boom in tourism and business activity from the staging of Reggae Sumfest 2026 in St. Ann. With ongoing work being carried out at the Catherine Hall venue in St. James, which []
Oaklandside
· Jun 30, 2026
This week in Oakland: Fourth of July BBQ at the Pardee Home Museum, and a Hyphy Holiday fundraiser to help immigrants
This week in Oakland: Fourth of July BBQ at the Pardee Home Museum, and a Hyphy Holiday fundraiser to help immigrants Other events include funk music at the Piedmont Piano Company, Benny Amón and the New Orleans Pearls at the Sound Room, and Brandon Flowers at the Fox in September.
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Related coverage for "Pulse on the Plaza jumpstarts the heartbeat of Courtenay’s downtown": Western Standard — Calgary to open '2SLGBTQIA+ community centre' downtown. Now Magazine — Toronto Pride Weekend 2026 LIVE: Parade, road closures, events and everything happening across the city. The Suburban — Tips for a perfect family festival outing. Jamaica Information Service — St. Ann’s Bay Mayor Anticipates Economic Boom from Reggae Sumfest. Oaklandside — This week in Oakland: Fourth of July BBQ at the Pardee Home Museum, and a Hyphy Holiday fundraiser to help immigrants