Upcoming Events

By Richard Coffin A couple of fundraising concerts are taking place this week in support of the Canadian Ecology Centre. Juno-award winning folk singer and playwright Ian Tamblyn is performing Wednesday at the Moon Café in Mattawa, then the next night at the Block Public House in North Bay. The

By Richard Coffin A global village is coming to the shores of Lake Nipissing. That’s how Nipissing ARTS & Culture officials describe the inaugural One North Festival. It’s taking place at the Kiwanis Bandshell on June 27, which is also Canadian Multiculturalism Day. Port North Bay - Fully

Fish for free across Ontario from May 9 to 10 This Mother’s Day weekend, Ontario is offering families a chance to cast a line and enjoy the outdoors together for free. From May 9 to 10, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario without purchasing a licence or Outdoors Card.

By Richard Coffin The North Bay and District Chamber of Commerce is looking for nominees for its annual Evening of Excellence Business Awards. “This is your chance to recognize the businesses, organizations, and professionals making an impact across our community,” states a release. “Whether it’s a standout entrepreneur, a

By Richard Coffin Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding is Saturday at 4 pm and you’re invited. The Gateway Theatre Guild is presenting the immersive comedy dinner theatre event at the Davedi Club. The evening includes a full catered dinner, dancing and live music, interactive theatre where you’re a

BOART LONGYEAR MEMORIAL GARDENS THURS. NOVEMBER 19TH, 2026 Canada’s most celebrated artists Dean Brody and The Reklaws are joining forces this fall for their co-headlining Hometown Heroes National Tour. The tour will bring the two chart-topping acts to stages across the country, delivering a must-see live experience packed with

Northern Ontario's 2SLGBTQ+ film festival Queer North is set to embark on its landmark 10th anniversary June 18-21. In the works are a series of community oriented programmers showcasing how far the festival has come. The first of these to be announced is an exciting opportunity for queer

By Richard Coffin For the first time in ten years, a national walk is returning to North Bay. Officials say the Steps for Life walk, taking place Sunday at the waterfront, creates hope and healing for people affected by workplace tragedies, and it helps to build safer and healthier workplaces.

Register today for a free DIY Tie Dye program happening next week! On Tuesday, May 5, youth and their families are invited to join us at Caldwell-Ellam Community Centre between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Bring your own t-shirt, hat, socks, etc. to tie dye (colours and

Spring Season in North Bay and volunteers RE invited to prepare shared garden space and attend free pruning workshop on May 2 To kick off the growing season, Clean Green Beautiful (CGB) is hosting a Community Garden Hub Cleaning Blitz on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10:00 AM to