Good morning Oakville. How was your weekend?
Here is what to expect in today’s issue:
🌊 Waterfront plans for Oakville + Safety fair
🏈 Oakville football star makes home town debut
📅 Some awesome events to start your week!
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Thanks for being part of our growing community, let’s dive in!
~ Nick
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🌊 Help Shape Bronte’s Waterfront Future
The Town is reimagining the Bronte waterfront with a long-term strategy to create a more vibrant, welcoming space for the community and visitors. Plans focus on better year-round use, improved public spaces, and fresh amenities across areas like Bronte Beach Park, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park. Community input will help shape the final plan, which heads to Council in early 2026.
There are several ways to get involved during the first phase, including pop-up info stations around Bronte, one-on-one chats with the project team, and in-person workshops. More opportunities, including an online survey, are coming in the next phases this fall and winter.
🛡️ Community Safety Fair Coming Soon
A new Community Crime and Safety Fair is coming to Oakville next month, hosted by the Oakville Community Association. Local police, security specialists, and insurance pros will be on hand to share practical tips on everything from home safety and auto theft to cyber scams and self-defence.
There’ll be guest speakers, expert advice, and a chance to chat directly with the people working to keep our community safe. You can also fill out a short survey for a shot at winning an auto anti-theft system.
🏈 Oakville’s Rourke Impresses in CFL Return
Oakville native and Holy Trinity grad Nathan Rourke made a memorable return to the GTA on Saturday, taking the field as starting quarterback for the B.C. Lions at Toronto’s BMO Field. With friends and former teammates cheering him on, Rourke delivered a strong performance, throwing for 326 yards and two touchdowns in front of a hometown crowd.
The game saw plenty of fireworks, with both teams trading scores throughout. While the Lions came up short, Rourke’s command and confidence stood out, showing why he's quickly earning a reputation as one of the league’s most dynamic young quarterbacks.
Monday, August 25
🌦️ Partly sunny with a couple of showers
High: 21 °C | Low: 13 °C
Tuesday, August 26
⛅ Intervals of clouds and sunshine with a passing shower or two
High: 20 °C | Low: 12 °C
Wednesday, August 27
⛅ Partly sunny and delightful
High: 22 °C | Low: 14 °C
🔑 On The Market
Check out this listing from Chris Invidiata at Remax Aboutowne on Jennings Crescent:
Can you guess the price?
Back to School with Oakville Place | August 25–29 (more info)
Location: Centre Court Lower Level, Oakville Place, 240 Leighland Avenue, Oakville
Description: Week-long family programming featuring magic shows, meet & greets, and dinosaur-themed activities. Includes paid and free events benefiting literacy charities.
Monday Night Trivia at The Tipsy Fox 7:30 PM | August 25 (more info)
Location: The Tipsy Fox Pub & Grill, 478 Dundas Street West #1, Oakville
Description: Free weekly trivia night by ruby PUB TRIVIA featuring digital scoring and prizes. Call ahead to reserve your table; bring a charged device to play. All ages welcome.
HOMETOWN: Oakville 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | August 26 (more info)
Location: Summer & Grace Gallery, 323 Church Street, Oakville
Description: Art exhibition featuring Peter Cheung and Naoko Matsubara’s visual reflections on Oakville. Free opening reception includes dim sum, Tsingtao beer, and jasmine tea.
Oakville Speed Dating (Ages 45–55F / 48–58M) 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | August 26 (more info)
Location: Paradiso, 125 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville
Description: In-person speed dating event featuring up to 15 quick dates, appetizers, and a digital match platform.
Tuesday Night Trivia at Boston Pizza 7:30 PM | August 26 (more info)
Location: Boston Pizza, 2011 Winston Park Drive, Oakville
Description: Free visual trivia night hosted by ruby PUB TRIVIA with prizes and digital scoring. Bring a charged device and call ahead to reserve a table. Ages all welcome.
Last Days of Summer Fun 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | August 27 (more info)
Location: Monarch House, 1405 North Service Road East, Oakville
Description: End-of-summer event with games, crafts, and snacks for families and kids. Celebrate the final days of summer with interactive activities before school returns.
Movies in the Park: Inside Out 2 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | August 27 (more info)
Location: Valleybrook Park, 1150 Valleybrook Drive, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor movie night with pre-show activities beginning at 6:30 PM and the feature film starting at dusk. Bring a blanket, snacks, and lawn chairs; weather updates available online.
Yoga at Gairloch Gardens 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | August 27 (more info)
Location: The Studio in Gairloch Gardens, 1308 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville
Description: Evening yoga session featuring a sound bath in a peaceful lakeside studio. Mats and props provided; registration required to reserve your spot.
Bronte Book Club 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | August 28 (more info)
Location: Taste of Colombia Café, 67 Bronte Road, Oakville
Description: Monthly book club featuring My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout. Hosted in partnership with Bronte BIA.
Cookie Decorating Workshop 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | August 28 (more info)
Location: Touchdown Coworking Space, 2030 Bristol Circle, Oakville
Description: Hands-on cookie decorating class with a fun BBQ theme, led by TaDa Treats. All materials provided.
Movies in the Park | Mystery Movie Night 6:30 PM | August 28 (more info)
Location: Valleyridge Park, 2524 Valleyridge Drive, Oakville
Description: Free family movie night featuring pre-show activities starting at 6:30 PM and screening at dusk. Bring blankets and snacks for an evening under the stars.
Bronte Lake Notes | Fiddlestix 7:00 PM | August 28 (more info)
Location: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville
Description: Free outdoor concert series featuring contemporary music by local bands. Family-friendly event overlooking the harbour.
Friday Night Jazz in Towne Square 7:00 PM | August 29 (more info)
Location: Towne Square, Oakville
Description: Live jazz performance featuring John Canham & Joe Dukes with a classic quartet. Part of the Friday night summer music series in July and August.
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