Artist Spotlight: S. Charlotte Sprague
Born in Hamilton and residing in Midland Ontario, my lifetime preoccupation with the Visual Arts is a happy affliction that continues to evolve through continued …
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Building Beauty and Strength: The Purpose and Benefits of Retaining Walls
Retaining walls are one of those landscape features that effortlessly blend practicality with beauty. While their primary purpose is to hold back soil and prevent …
Santa Parade This Saturday, November 22 2025
With just a few more days to go, the Orillia Santa Claus Parade is shaping up to be as big and bright asever! The Orillia …
Make North Simcoe Victim Services annual “Sip & Shop” Tea and shopping part of your annual holiday calendar
North Simcoe Victim Services would like you to join us for the 2nd Annual Christmas Tea & shopping experience, raising funds and advocating for local …
TEMPORARY CLOSURE – Public Access across Lock 43 – Swift Rapids
Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site Parks Canada will be carrying out important maintenance work at Lock 43 – Swift Rapids from Thursday, November 13, at …
Have Your Say about Orillia’s New Official Plan
Orillia has released its first draft of the proposed new Official Plan and is asking residents to provide their feedback on the draft by attending …
City of Orillia Launches Online Registration for 2026 Business Recycling Program
The City of Orillia is introducing an online registration system for businesses that wish to continue receiving curbside recycling collection services starting in 2026. Registration …
Celebrating 70 Years of CFUW Orillia: Women Supporting Women and Building Community
This year, the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Orillia proudly celebrated 70 years of fostering education, advocacy, and friendship in our community. Since its …
Artist Spotlight: Cheryl Krismer
Cheryl studied engineering and fine arts in Saskatchewan before settling on a career as an interior designer, with her own practice for over 30 years. …
A Natural Escape: Why Recreational Ponds Are Making a Splash
On warm summer days, nothing feels more inviting than the idea of cooling off in your own backyard oasis. For many, that’s traditionally meant a …