Good morning Oakville. Happy Friday!

Here is what to expect in today’s issue:

  • 🏙️ Affordable Housing Debate & Bronte Holiday Fair

  • 🎄 Big Tree Lighting & 35 Theatre Awards

  • 📅 Some exciting events to keep you busy this weekend!

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🔍 Affordable Housing Plan Spurs Debate

Source: oakvillenews.org

A six-storey affordable housing project proposed for 1493 Sixth Line is drawing both praise and pushback. Developer Blake Hampton-Davies of Innovative SHS envisions 190 units for single mothers, domestic violence survivors, and others in need, with on-site support from groups like Home Suite Hope and Halton Women’s Place. The building would also include a daycare and nonprofit offices, with 35 units planned as rent-geared-to-income.

While supporters call it a vital lifeline, some nearby residents argue it’s too much for the area. Concerns over traffic, school proximity, and a “built-form mismatch” have been raised, with councillors urging design revisions. Town staff will review the plan before council makes a final decision.

🎄 Bronte Unveils New Holiday Street Fair

Bronte is launching a brand-new holiday event with a distinctly Canadian twist this Saturday, Nov. 22, from 3-7pm at Bronte Market Square. The Bronte BIA’s “At Home in Bronte for the Holidays” promises an afternoon of festive cheer, curling rinks, live music, treats from local food trucks, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Activities include wreath and slime workshops, a holiday market, and a 5:30pm community tree lighting. Guests are encouraged to bring donations for The Salvation Army Oakville’s Christmas Kettle Campaign.

🌟 Downtown Tree Lighting Draws Thousands

Downtown Oakville kicked off the holiday season in grand style Friday night with its biggest tree lighting yet. Thousands gathered in Towne Square to see the new 45-foot Norway Spruce sparkle to life, complete with 25,000 lights and a one-tonne base engineered to support its massive weight. It’s the largest Christmas tree ever installed downtown.

The “Light Up the Night” celebration also featured hot chocolate, carriage rides, live music, and crafts. Local dignitaries including Mayor Rob Burton and Oakville’s MPs and MPP were on hand for the lighting, which capped a festive and well-attended evening.

🎭 Oakville Theatre Earns 35 Award Nods

It’s a landmark year for Oakville’s performing arts scene, with Burloak Theatre Group and West End Studio Theatre earning a record-setting 35 nominations at the 2025 Broadway World Toronto Awards. All four nominated productions were staged at the Oakville Centre, highlighting the town’s growing status in the GTA theatre community.

Burloak led with 27 nods across Company, Matilda, and Sweat, including Best Musical and Best Play. WEST made history with seven nominations for Twelve Angry Men, including first-time recognition for artistic director Yo Mustafa.

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Friday, November 21
🌥️ Mostly cloudy
High: 9°C | Low: 1°C

Saturday, November 22
☀️ Mostly sunny
High: 6°C | Low: 1°C

Sunday, November 23
⛅ Partial sunshine
High: 8°C | Low: 3°C

🎄 Holiday Inn Oakville Centre Christmas Market
Fri-Sat 11/21-11/22
Holiday Inn Oakville Centre

🎤 Jann Arden Christmas Tour
Fri-Sun 11/21-11/23 @ 8PM
AEG Liebherr Auditorium

🎄 Visit with Santa
Sat 11/22 @ 9AM-12:30PM
Oakville Museum

🎨 Sensory Art Class
Sat 11/22 @ 10AM-12:30PM
Joshua Farm Gallery

🐾 OMHS Holiday Pet Pics
Sat 11/22 @ 10AM-3PM
Ren’s Pets

🎨 Christmas Art Show & Sale
Sat 11/22 @ 10AM-4PM
Sovereign House

🎉 Charm Jewelry Workshop
Sat 11/22 @ 1PM-3PM
Ustora

🎄 At Home in Bronte for the Holidays
Sat 11/22 @ 3PM-7PM
Bronte Market Square

🍽️ Night at the Gingerman Social Eatery
Sat 11/22 @ 6PM
Gingerman Social Eatery

👯‍♀️ Ladies Night Out
Sat 11/22 @ 7PM-9PM
Paradiso

🧘 Breathe Oakville – Community Meditation
Sat 11/22 @ 7PM
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre

🎸 Get Down with T.M.F
Sat 11/22 @ 8PM
The Oakville Pump & Patio

🎄 Santa’s Arrival Party
Sun 11/23 @ 12PM-2PM
Centre Court

🤝 Oakville Oneness Summit
Sun 11/23 @ 12:30PM-5:30PM
Appleby College

🧘 Ecstatic Dance Oakville – New Moon Kickoff
Sun 11/23 @ 12:30PM-3:30PM
My Vitae

🎬 Wicked: For Good Fan Party
Sun 11/23 @ 3:45PM
Film.ca

🧘 Open Death Café
Sun 11/23 @ 3PM-4:30PM
Oakville Public Library – Central Branch

🎤 Will Gillespie Matinee
Sun 11/23 @ 2PM-5PM
The Moonshine Cafe

🎸 Sur and Chai
Sun 11/23 @ 5PM-7PM
Vaani Sargam Music World

💼 Networking Session with Job Developers
Mon 11/24 @ 9:30AM-10:30AM
2387 Trafalgar Rd Unit B5

Monday Coffee & Conversation
Mon 11/24 @ 10AM
The Women’s Centre of Halton

👭 Women’s Social Gathering
Mon 11/24 @ 6PM
The Women’s Centre of Halton

🤝 Oakville Networking Social
Tue 11/25 @ 5PM-8PM
Monaghan's Sports Bar & Grill

🎨 Holiday Countdown Calendar Workshop
Tue 11/25 @ 6PM-7PM
Staples Oakville Store 4

🎬 Movies for Mommies – Wicked
Wed 11/26 @ 11AM
Film.Ca Cinemas

🤝 Business Networking Event
Wed 11/26 @ 5PM-7PM
Staples Studio

💘 Oakville Speed Dating 28–39
Wed 11/26 @ 7:30PM-9PM
Figaro Coffee House

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