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Associated Press
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Ontario Pink Floyd Tribute Band New Tour Dates, 50th Anniversary Show Announced
Floydium, the premier Pink Floyd tribute band in Canada, has announced new shows in Ontario throughout the month of May. Kawartha Lakes, Canada, May 30, 2025 -- The newly announced shows will take place across Ontario throughout May and June, culminating in the 50th Anniversary Tribute show, set to take place at Mohawk College in Hamilton. The shows will feature Floydium exploring Pink Floyd's most psychedelic tracks, including well-known hits off of The Wall, Dark Side Of The Moon, and others. Find out more at Floydium explains that their main goal in each performance is to replicate not only the sound of Pink Floyd but also the soaring majesty that made the band so iconic. This is a monumental task, particularly given the complexity of the arrangements on tracks such as 'Great Gig in the Sky', but the band says they have gone to great pains to respect the source material and recreate it as faithfully as possible. The band is fronted by accomplished vocalists Kyle Layton Thomas and James Naro, both of whom have been long-time contributors to the Canadian and international music scenes. Given the distinct and varied vocal performances featured on most Pink Floyd tracks, the pair have worked tirelessly to develop a style that honors the legacy of the band. The two are backed by Jennifer Foster and Jenn Kee, both of whom have their own distinguished musical careers ranging from education to screen performance. Find the band on Instagram at On drums, the band features seasoned music educator Greg Wilkinson, accompanied by keyboardist Joel Dalton—whose multi-instrumental, omni-genre background allows him to recreate Rick Wright's inventive style with relative ease—and saxophonist Lucas Durand, showcasing an emotional, raw playing style on tracks like 'Money' and 'Us and Them'. The job of replicating the legendary guitar work of David Gilmour and, in the band's earlier years, Syd Barrett, goes to Joseph Piilonen, whose love of Pink Floyd inspired him to begin playing in the first place. He is assisted by rhythm guitarist Leon Dadoun, who also fills the role of lapsteel player, and bass aficionado Keiko Gutierrez. One listener reviewed their experience, stating, 'I saw Floydium this past weekend at The Capitol Theatre in Chatham and was blown away. You can literally close your eyes and think Pink Floyd is on the stage. Will definitely be catching this act again. Great Gig in the Sky was fantastic.' Those interested in attending any of the upcoming Floydium shows can find a complete calendar of their gigs throughout the next six months on their website. Visit their Facebook page at Contact Info: Name: Leon Dadoun Email: Send Email Organization: Floydium Address: 63 Songbird Crescent, Kawartha Lakes, Ontario L0B 1K0, Canada Website: Release ID: 89161320 Should you identify any discrepancies, concerns, or inaccuracies in the content provided in this press release or require assistance with a press release takedown, we strongly urge you to notify us promptly by contacting [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our responsive team is committed to addressing your concerns within 8 hours by taking necessary actions to resolve identified issues diligently or guiding you through the necessary steps for removal. Our dedication lies in providing accurate and reliable information.
CBC
27-05-2025
- Business
- CBC
Hamilton among 7 Canadian cities seeing drop in home prices: report
Upinder Dhillon is ready to buy a house. The small business owner and aromatherapist lives in a rented home with her husband and son in Oakville, Ont., and she's been scanning listings for a single-storey house near a body of water — and preferably within a short drive to Mohawk College, where her son begins a trades program in September. "Hamilton is my first choice," said Dhillon. "It's more affordable than Oakville or Burlington. And honestly, it has everything — trails, the waterfront, shopping." Dhillon's timing may be just right. New data from shows Hamilton led the country in improved "mortgage affordability" in April, with the average price falling nearly $10,000 to $801,400. That means a buyer now needs $1,800 less in income to qualify for a mortgage on a typical home in the city, compared to what was previously needed, according to Hamilton was one of seven major cities in Canada, out of 13, that saw improvements in mortgage affordability last month, according to the data, released on May 22. " Since mortgage rates remained unchanged [in April], home prices were what impacted home affordability in each of the cities," said Penelope Graham, a mortgage expert at in a news release. According to Graham, sluggish home sales, an uptick in supply and buyer caution are helping push prices downward, particularly in Greater Golden Horseshoe markets like Hamilton and Toronto. Other cities that saw housing prices — and the amount of income needed to afford a mortgage — drop last month include Vancouver, Fredericton and St. John's. Meanwhile, prices went up in some cities, such as Regina, Montreal and Victoria. 1st-time buyers entering the market Dhillon, who plans to buy largely in cash using proceeds from a property sale overseas, said a dip in price could be key for her and her family. "Interest rates are still high, and qualifying for a mortgage is tough when you run a small business," she said. "But this feels like a good time to buy." Mortgage broker Emily Miszk, based in Port Credit west of Toronto, said the change comes down to basic math. "If home prices are coming down, clients need a smaller mortgage — which means they need less income to qualify," she said. But she emphasized the Ratehub report reflects a shift in the cost but not a change in who can quality for a mortgage. Conrad Zurini, a broker RE/MAX Escarpment Realty in Stoney Creek, said he's already seeing a shift. "We're seeing more lower-priced inventory being sold, which is pulling down the average price," he said. "But it's also a sign that first-time buyers are finally making their move." Zurini told CBC Hamilton the sales-to-new-listings ratio — which compares homes sold to new listings — rose from 32 to 40 per cent last month, signalling growing momentum. "Buyers are taking advantage of lower long-term mortgage rates and price stabilization," he said. Where prices are falling — and rising Real estate broker Nanda Puchimada, who recently helped a client buy in Hamilton, said price drops are consistent across the GTA, but vary by housing type. "The steepest declines are in high-end detached homes," he said. "Properties over $1.5 million have seen the biggest hits, while condos and townhouses have dipped more modestly." An outlier? Stoney Creek, in east Hamilton. "Semi-detached homes there actually went up by about 10 per cent," he said. A trend Puchimada is watching closely: collective buying. "We're seeing more multi-family purchases — siblings, cousins, even work colleagues pooling resources to buy together. It's something we didn't see as much before." Both Puchimada and Zurini say investors are backing off, especially from entry-level properties, as returns shrink and renovation costs remain high. Meanwhile, inventory is rising. "Hamilton has seen a 30 to 35 per cent jump in listings," said Puchimada. "A lot of that is due to upcoming mortgage renewals. Owners who locked in low rates a few years ago are now facing much higher payments." Policy suggestions to support buyers Zurini believes targeted policy changes could help turn hopeful buyers into homeowners. His suggestions for all levels of governments for how to help: Extend mortgage amortization periods (e.g. 35 years for new buyers with conditions, gradually reduced over time). Increase RRSP withdrawal limits for home purchases (the Home Buyers' Plan in Canada allows eligible first-time homebuyers to withdraw up to $60,000). Offer down payment assistance programs. Reduce or eliminating the provincial portion of the land transfer tax. Remove the provincial sales tax (PST) on CMHC mortgage insurance for high-ratio mortgages. "Right now, people are stuck renting while they try to save for a down payment. If we help them get in sooner, they can start building equity," Zurini said. For Dhillon, who continues her search for a house in Hamilton, the choice is clear: "I just want a place to call mine."
Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Indian Express
Sikh businessman shot dead outside his office in Canada's Mississauga
A Sikh businessman, operating a trucking safety and insurance consultancy, was shot dead on Wednesday morning outside his office in Canada's Mississauga, sending shockwaves through the local South Asian community. Multiple sources have identified the deceased as Harjeet Singh Dhadda, an entrepreneur in the logistics and compliance industry. Peel Regional Police, which responded to the reports of the shooting near Tranmere Drive and Telford Way at 11.53 am, have, however, not officially released the identity of the victim. The police later pronounced Dhadda dead at the scene. According to sources, Dhadda had recently received threatening calls from extortionists and had reported the matter to police. Unconfirmed reports indicate that he was shot four times outside his office. Originally from Bazpur, Uttarakhand, India, Dhadda had established himself as a successful businessman in Ontario, in Mississauga. The Peel Regional Police have launched a homicide investigation. A heavy police presence was seen at the scene of the crime, and authorities are appealing for any witnesses or security footage from the area. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the motive remains under investigation, officials said. This incident bears similarities to recent concerns raised within the business community over rising cases of targeted threats and extortion attempts, particularly involving South Asian entrepreneurs. Last month, a student hailing from Punjab was allegedly shot dead while waiting at a bus stop in Canada's Hamilton on Thursday. According to Hamilton police, the shooting occurred while the victim, identified as Harsimrat Randhawa, 21, a student of Mohawk College, was waiting for public transport around 7.30 pm. Randhawa later succumbed to a gunshot wound to her chest at a hospital.
Hamilton Spectator
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hamilton Spectator
Hamilton students winners at international EV competition
A team of Hamilton post-secondary students has won a top prize at an international battery competition. The team, comprising students from McMaster University and Mohawk College, placed first of 12 post-secondary engineering teams from across North America in the second of a three-year Battery Workforce Challenge competition that began in 2023. The task? Design, build and test a battery pack for a 2024 Ram ProMaster commercial electric van. Students developed 'battery architecture' for an EV, including a battery module and disconnect unit, as well as related software. Designs are reviewed by industry experts to 'elevate students' understanding' of the design process, reads a May 12 news release. Each team, made up of students from a university and vocational school or Canadian college, presented its product to a panel, and were judged on design, project management, and market development and communications. 'This year's students have shown the determination and potential to be among the top engineers and technicians in the automotive space,' Micky Bly, senior vice-president at automaker Stellantis said in the release. Teams from Ohio and Indiana took second and third places. The Stellantis-sponsored competition is managed by science and technology research centre Argonne National Laboratory in collaboration with the United States Department of Energy. Students participate in workshops and other educational events as part of the program, Bly said. The competition is part of a broader program to cultivate 'a strong cohort of skilled engineers' that offers regional training, STEM education for youth and an online tool for careers and education in related fields.
Hamilton Spectator
05-05-2025
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
How do I get a free tree or shrub to plant?
Trees, grass and gardens are top of mind this time of year and Hamilton is offering residents free shade trees and native shrubs. Having new greenery is just a click and a shovel away. Giveaway programs include an array of native tree and shrub species. All you need to do is preregister and then pick up your plant at one of the city's two pickup locations. Although, supplies are dwindling. The city's free Tree Giveaway Program runs throughout May. Larger trees normally reach a height above 12 metres, there are about 10 trees and shrubs to choose from. Here's how to get one for your yard. Visit the city's website and preregister for your tree or shrub. You will need to choose the type of tree or shrub you want and your pickup date and location. Pickups are in the mornings between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. Arrange to pick up your tree or shrub at Bayfront Park, 325 Bay St. N., from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on May 10 and 31. Or, Mohawk College, 135 Fennell Ave. W., Parking lot P1, on May 24. Food and monetary donations for Hamilton Food Share are being collected at the pickup locations. The initiative, now in its fourth year, is part of council's effort to boost urban tree canopy and biodiversity in local neighbourhoods. Forestry and horticulture manager Robyn Pollard said nearly 18,000 trees have been doled out since 2021. Alternately, residents who would like a tree planted on the boulevard can apply for a street tree through the city Street Tree Planting Program . The City of Hamilton's goal is for a 40 per cent canopy coverage of our homes. Remember to all or click before you dig -
