Hola offers voice for York Region’s Hispanic and Latino communities

January 4, 2017 · 0 Comments

Obstacles – it is the common thread that binds the immigrant experience whether you are just planting your own roots in Canada or researching the experiences of your pioneer ancestors. But, out of every obstacle comes amazing stories of perseverance and success, and it is those stories within York Region’s Hispanic and Latino communities that Aurora entrepreneurs are seeking to share.

A new “Call to Action” for a New Year

Collaboration between indigenous and non-indigenous artists to foster reconciliation continues into this milestone year for Canada.

U.S. election provides very important lessons for Canada, says MP

Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill MP observed the November 8 Presidential Election as an official international observer.

Taxpayers “underserved” by Transit: Councillor

York Region Transit hopes to get more people on the move in 2017. With an ...

Condos support Food Pantry

The residents of the condominium at Civic Square Gate came together this month to support the Aurora Food Pantry.

New garbage contract signed amid service concerns

Service concerns dominated discussions last week as Aurora approved a new contract with Green For Life for garbage and waste collection. The contract, which will come into effect in 2018, is an agreement between York Region’s northern six municipalities, which also includes King, Newmarket, East Gwillimbury, Whitchurch-Stouffville and Georgina.

Gorman Christmas party collects thousands

Young mothers in York Region will have a merrier Christmas and a happier New Year thanks to the generosity of hundreds who came out to Aw, Shucks! on December 9 to the annual Christmas party hosted by Joe Gorman.

Want to see where to locate a new Tim Hortons? Students learn there’s an app for that!

Do you have a spare million or two kicking around and you’re wondering what to do with it? You might want to take a tip out of the playbook of Pickering College students who have been tinkering with an app to figure out the best and most logical place to locate a new Tim Hortons franchise in a community where it seems like there’s just about one on every corner.

Tips for Heart-healthy Holiday Eating

The holiday season is a wonderful time that brings together family and friends. But so often, our celebrations tend to revolve around food. Whether it’s an office potluck or a family dinner, it can be so easy for us to overindulge.