Free fishing Fathers Day weekend
This Father’s Day weekend, Canadian residents can fish for free across Ontario on June 14 and 15. “This Father’s Day weekend, take the opportunity to head outdoors, cast a line and create lasting memories with the people who matter most,” said Mike Harris, Minister of Natural Resources. Recreational fishing is an important part of Ontario’s economy, contributing significantly to local tourism and jobs. Opportunities like Father’s Day weekend encourage those new to fishing to give it a try and experience the enjoyment of fishing firsthand.
Remember: If you are fishing for free during the Father’s Day weekend, all conservation licence catch and size limits, sanctuaries and other fishing regulations still apply.
Making Peace: The value of building peaceful inclusive communities
Join pflag Renfrew County for a thought-provoking evening with Chris Houston, president and co-founder of the Canadian Peace Museum, opening soon in Bancroft. Chris will take you on a journey through his humanitarian work in war zones, outline the concept of positive peace, and connect the dots to rural communities in Canada. This is your opportunity to be part of a movement towards a more peaceful and inclusive society
This free event will be held on Monday, June 23, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Barry’s Bay Branch 406, 250 John St., Barry’s Bay. Doors open at 6 p.m. for light refreshments. Pre-registration is required. Click HERE for the Event Brite ticket link.
Tour de Beavertails coming up
Cyclists: Are you registered for the 2025 Tour de Beavertails on July 6 2025? The annual event celebrates Killaloe, the home town of Canada’s favourite pastry, through a showcase of cycling routes to suit cyclists of all abilities. Setting out from Station Park in Killaloe, riders can choose from routes of 100, 65 or 11 kms as well as a 50km gravel route or a 5km guided walk through the village.
Organized by the Killaloe & Area Lions Club and the Ottawa Valley Cycling and Active Transportation Alliance, funds raised from the event support local foodbanks and active transportation. There is a BBQ at the end and all participants get a free BeaverTail® pastry. Riders on the longer routes also receive a souvenir t-shirt. For more details or to register, click HERE to visit the website.
2025 Terry Fox Run to take place on Sept.14
This year’s Terry Fox Run starts at the Lakeshore Tennis Club, 62 Lakeshore Drive in Barry’s Bay at 8:00 a.m. and participants are scheduled to complete the Run by noon that day. The route is accessible for bicycles and wheelchairs as well as runners, and you can participate individually or as part of a team. Click HERE to visit the website for more information, to donate, and/or to register for the event.