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. …
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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 …
Santa Claus Parade Just Three Weeks Away: Calling for Volunteers!
The Orillia Santa Claus Parade, presented by Eagle Landscaping & Norscape Landscape and Pond Depot, returns on Saturday, November 22, 2025, and the Orillia & …
Sip, Shop & Sparkle at Hawk Ridge Golf Club
Rotary Club of Orillia to host the Sip, Shop & Sparkle event at Hawk Ridge Golf Club. All proceeds go back into our local community …
Empowered by Local Support, Lakeside Lagree Brings Innovative Fitness to Orillia
Lakeside Lagree owner Melanie Booth is enjoying steady growth at her new studio, and she is grateful to the Orillia Area CDC for helping her …
Brewery & Theatre Company Craft a Superstar Collaboration This Fall
“It’s all gone sour” doesn’t necessarily mean a bad thing with a new collaboration between Mariposa Arts Theatre (MAT) and Couchiching Craft Brewing Co. (CCBC). …
Lakehead University Named Ontario’s Top Primarily Undergraduate University in 2026 Maclean’s Rankings
As Lakehead celebrates its 60th anniversary, the university continues to lead in student awards, student-to-faculty ratios, scholarships, and research excellence. Lakehead University maintained its position …
Lakehead University launches President’s Public Lecture Series celebrating 60 years of learning and community
Lakehead University thought leaders and changemakers are headlining a free public lecture series celebrating learning, discovery, and community. Launching later this month in honour of …
Local Innovators Shine at Recent NASA Space Apps Challenge
The NASA International Space Apps Challenge brought together innovators, artists, coders, storytellers, and problem-solvers from across the region this past weekend to tackle real-world challenges—on …
2025 Santa Claus Parade Date Set; Float Registration Now Open
Planning for the 2025 Santa Claus Parade is now well underway, and the Orillia & District Chamber of Commerce (ODCC) is inviting community groups and …