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Theatre by the Bay’s latest play is not only funny, emotional, intelligent and timely, but it is also quite simply the most important production the company has ever put on

'I grew up with two very retro-styled genres, and I think that actually had a huge impact on my sound,' says Francesca Panetta, who describes her music as 'pop folk with a bit of a country flare'

'In terms of local arts and culture, having a film festival is essential,' Sergio Navaretta says of Barrie's 24th annual event, which starts today

'How cool is it that we get to kick off the school year with an event in which kids and families from all sorts of backgrounds can have a glimpse into somebody else’s culture?' says organizer

You may know Jessie Gosling from her performances downtown this summer as a member of the Canadian Musicians Co-Operative

'Honestly, these Endless Summer events are some of the best times I’ve ever had,' says country music fan, who praised the COVID protocols in place

'I’ve seen them live about 13 times, so yeah, I am a huge Rush fan. They’re my idols,' says grocery manager, whose 'beer throne' has been featured on the iconic band's social media

Every year, Mariposa Folk Festival eliminates more than 12,000 plastic water bottles from the recycling stream