'Going to be something special': New collaboration aims to boost arts and culture in Kitchener
The arts and culture sector in Kitchener is getting a boost thanks to a collaboration with Harvard and Bloomberg.
“I know it’s going to be something special,” said Allan Cayenne, director of marketing for Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest.
Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic, along with 40 artists and event coordinators, met with experts from Harvard and Bloomberg to discuss a way forward from the COVID-19 pandemic.
“What it allows us to do is really take the strength of our community, which is our people, particularly our artisans and our performers and so on, and to support them and see how we can bring more life and vitality, not just to the downtown but to the city of Kitchener.”
The group discussed pandemic shutdowns in the arts sector, which drained wallets and creative drive.
“We’ve all got to come together to tackle the issue how do we re-engage the community in arts and culture after it got hit so hard in the pandemic,” Cayenne said.
Cayenne said he’s excited for the future for the sector as it recovers from the pandemic.
“That’s the most exciting for me, the possibilities of what could be,” he said.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
'No hope' of successful recovery of alleged serial killer's victims in landfill: Winnipeg police
The Winnipeg Police Service believes the remains of two victims of an alleged serial killer are in a landfill north of the city, but say the recovery of their bodies is likely impossible.
'Bring them back!': Calls to bring Canadians home from Syria come from inside and outside of court
'Bring them back!' activists yell at lawyers as they walk into the Federal Court in Ottawa, where a judge will decide whether or not to order the Canadian government to repatriate more than 40 Canadians imprisoned in northeast Syria.
$4.6B in COVID-19 financial aid went to ineligible recipients, audit finds
Canada's auditor general says that while the federal government effectively delivered emergency COVID-19 benefits during the pandemic, deciding to not front-end verification resulted in $4.6 billion in overpayments to ineligible individuals.
Literary world rallies around debut author after tweet about disappointing book signing
Having a poor turnout for a book signing is something every author dreads, but after debut author Chelsea Banning tweeted her disappointment after an event, the literary community came together to share countless stories of their own event disappointments to uplift one another.
Trump Organization convicted in executive tax dodge scheme
Donald Trump's company was convicted of tax fraud on Tuesday in a case brought by the Manhattan District Attorney, a significant repudiation of financial practices at the former president's business.
Federal Court of Appeal upholds all but one rule on airline compensation
The Federal Court of appeal says it will uphold all but one of the rules that bolster compensation for air passengers subjected to delayed flights and damaged luggage.
Habs star Carey Price says he was aware of Polytechnique shooting, despite previous comments
Montreal Canadiens star goalie Carey Price reversed course and said he did in fact know about the 1989 Polytechnique shooting spree that killed 14 women in Montreal despite previous comments from Groupe CH that he didn't. He also apologized to those that may have been upset by his comments made on Instagram against the proposed federal gun legislation.
Alberta secures 5 million bottles of children's pain and fever meds to distribute across province, then country
Alberta Health Services has procured five million bottles of children's acetaminophen and ibuprofen and will distribute the drugs first across the province, then across Canada, the Alberta government says.
Canadians look to side hustles to make up for inflation pressure, but at what cost?
Canadians' budgets are being stretched thin as the cost of living climbs -- and to compensate, some are taking on a side hustle.
London
-
4 suspects on the loose after attempted robbery
London police are hoping the public can help identify four people in relation to an attempted robbery in the city on Monday. As previously reported, officers were called to the 400-block of Wonderland Road South near Commissioners Road around 2:30 p.m.
-
Trump Organization convicted in executive tax dodge scheme
Donald Trump's company was convicted of tax fraud on Tuesday in a case brought by the Manhattan District Attorney, a significant repudiation of financial practices at the former president's business.
-
London fire warn public after responding to two separate kitchen fires in one day
London fire crews were kept busy on Monday after responding to two separate kitchen fires in the city, one of which caused $50,000 in damages. Now they’re warning the public to never leave cooking food unattended.
Windsor
-
Will Windsor-Essex have a blanket of snow to celebrate the holidays?
For a second year in a row, officials with Environment and Climate Change Canada say there’s a 50-50 chance of a white Christmas in Windsor-Essex this year.
-
'It shouldn’t be a guessing game': 2024 deadline to open Gordie Howe Bridge could be at risk
Construction is humming along at the Gordie Howe International Bridge, with support pylons looming large over West Windsor, more approach bridge deck sprouting by the day and buildings budding from the ground.
-
Vehicle fire in east Windsor prompts arson investigation
Windsor police are asking the public for help after a “suspicious” vehicle fire in east Windsor.
Barrie
-
New temporary solution to Barrie's homeless crisis is nearly operational
A new temporary solution to Barrie's homelessness crisis is nearly operational, with 50 beds expected to be filled throughout the cold winter months.
-
Pharmacist thrown to the ground, assaulted during robbery
A Newmarket pharmacist says she was closing for the night when she was assaulted and thrown to the ground by two men who demanded drugs and cash.
-
Barrie park revamped with new inclusive, accessible playground
Christmas came early in Barrie as a rare new inclusive and accessible playground was added to the revamping of Painswick Park.
Northern Ontario
-
Funeral for Kirkland Lake miner killed on the job in northern Ontario
A 52-year-old Kirkland Lake, Ont., man is being laid to rest on National Miners Day following an underground incident at the Young-Davidson gold mine in Matachewan last week.
-
Don't call 911 to complain about where neighbours throw snow: police
Timmins is under a fresh new blanket of snow this week and police are issuing a reminder to the public not to call 911 with complaints about how neighbours are managing their snow clearing.
-
Greenhouse on Nipissing First Nation will help address lettuce shortage
Nipissing First Nation is eagerly awaiting the launch of a new greenhouse project. The Mnogin Greenhouse, located on Jocko Point Road, will be open next year and will grow lettuce and other leafy greens.
Ottawa
-
Embattled Ottawa lawyer James Bowie facing new accusations of harassment, manipulation, sexual assault
A prominent Ottawa lawyer accused of offering legal services in exchange for sexual favours is now facing accusations of harassment, manipulation and sexual assault.
-
Mother of Perth, Ont. woman who disappeared in B.C. 10 years ago hopes new sketch helps find daughter
An age-progression sketch of what Emma Fillipoff could look like today is reigniting awareness around the former Perth, Ont. resident's disappearance in Victoria, B.C. 10 years ago.
-
Here's what a handshake symbol on a parking space means
A new symbol is showing up on some parking spaces in Pembroke, Ont.
Toronto
-
Toronto man loses $50,000 to cryptocurrency investment scam
A Toronto man says he is devastated after losing $50,000 trying to invest in cryptocurrency.
-
Ontario energy company to issue credits totalling more than $2.6M after billing error
An Ontario energy company that was overcharging customers until earlier this year will provide one-time credits totalling more than $2.6 million, the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) confirmed Tuesday.
-
What's behind a so-called $100M 'greenbelt gamble' in Vaughan?
A Vaughan city councillor is calling on the government to stop the process of removing land from Ontario’s Greenbelt until it can be assessed fairly, as a developer in her ward seeks to “correct misinformation” about the terms of its land purchase.
Montreal
-
'More relevant than ever': Montreal holds tribute to 14 women killed in Polytechnique shooting
A commemoration was held Tuesday evening at the Kondiaronk lookout on Mount Royal to honour the memory of the women murdered in the massacre at Montreal's Ecole Polytechnique on Dec. 6, 1989.
-
Quebec announces $650 million to protect 30 per cent of its territory by 2030
Quebec is taking advantage of the opening of the Conference of the Parties (COP15) on biodiversity in Montreal to announce an investment of $650 million to ensure the protection of 30 per cent of its territory by 2030.
-
Habs star Carey Price says he was aware of Polytechnique shooting, despite previous comments
Montreal Canadiens star goalie Carey Price reversed course and said he did in fact know about the 1989 Polytechnique shooting spree that killed 14 women in Montreal despite previous comments from Groupe CH that he didn't. He also apologized to those that may have been upset by his comments made on Instagram against the proposed federal gun legislation.
Atlantic
-
Growing calls for Maritime police to help businesses deal with increasing social problems
Some Maritime businesses are pushing for front-line police officers to start patrolling neighbourhoods on foot as they once did.
-
Influenza combined with other viruses create a dire situation in New Brunswick
New numbers from the province are helping to highlight how bad the flu is in New Brunswick right now and it’s not the only viruses sweeping through the region.
-
'Stabbed multiple times by a stranger': Halifax police seek suspect in connection with random stabbing
Halifax Regional Police is looking for help in finding a suspect in connection with a stabbing in the city Friday evening.
Winnipeg
-
'No hope' of successful recovery of alleged serial killer's victims in landfill: Winnipeg police
The Winnipeg Police Service believes the remains of two victims of an alleged serial killer are in a landfill north of the city, but say the recovery of their bodies is likely impossible.
-
Southern Manitoba under extreme cold warning, -40 wind chills expected
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) warns a blast of frigid arctic air will bring a period of extreme wind chill values to southern Manitoba overnight.
-
Manitoba man facing jail time after 3D-printed pistols found in home
A Manitoba man has been sentenced to jail time after a Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) investigation led to the seizure of several guns, including 3D-printed pistols.
Calgary
-
Knee surgery livestreamed 'direct from the OR' for Calgary high school students
While many Calgary high school students are used to video learning, a livestream lesson took it to a whole new level by showing a total knee replacement surgery live from start to finish.
-
Calgary police officer charged with sexual assault in off-duty incident
A Calgary police officer has been charged with sexual assault in connection to an off-duty incident from 2021.
-
Physicians worry surge in influenza, other viruses, could last several more months in Alberta
Alberta is three months into influenza season and pediatric hospitals in particular are feeling the pressure of what Alberta Health Services is calling an "unprecedented" season.
Edmonton
-
Physicians worry surge in influenza, other viruses, could last several more months in Alberta
Alberta is three months into influenza season and pediatric hospitals in particular are feeling the pressure of what Alberta Health Services is calling an "unprecedented" season.
-
'This should be unacceptable': ATA says class sizes too large, students lacking support
A recent survey suggests class sizes in the province are too high, and teachers believe some students are being left without the support they need to succeed.
-
Alberta secures 5 million bottles of children's pain and fever meds to distribute across province, then country
Alberta Health Services has procured five million bottles of children's acetaminophen and ibuprofen and will distribute the drugs first across the province, then across Canada, the Alberta government says.
Vancouver
-
Flu blamed for deaths of 6 children across B.C. in recent weeks, doctors told
Doctors have been told six children across British Columbia have died from the flu over the past two weeks, CTV News has learned.
-
B.C. court orders woman to forfeit $150K deposit after she backed out of home purchase due to foreign buyers tax
The would-be buyer of a nearly $3 million home on Vancouver's west side, who backed out of the purchase after learning B.C.'s foreign buyers tax would apply to her, has been ordered to forfeit her deposit.
-
$1.5M in penalties for North Shore residents who defrauded investors, BCSC says
Three Metro Vancouver men have been banned from participating in financial markets and ordered to pay more than $1.5 million in penalties to the B.C. Securities Commission.