A Hero in Our Midst!
Sometimes the biggest news isn't a policy change, but a person. This week, the Municipality recognized Patrick Humpage with a Certificate of Recognition for his life-saving actions during an apartment fire at Maple Court. Humpage, a municipal staffer and veteran volunteer firefighter, went above and beyond by discovering an individual trapped in a smoke-filled unit, extinguishing the blaze, and ensuring the scene was safe.
Why it matters?
It’s a reminder of the dedicated people working behind the scenes in our social housing and emergency services every day.
The Week in Review: Quick Hits
🏫 Kindergarten Registration: LKDSB is hosting open houses on April 1 and May 27 for new families.
🏠 Tenant Protections: Council is exploring an anti-renoviction bylaw following displacement concerns at Terrace Forty.
🚜 Wheatley Revitalization: Unanimous approval for the 2025–2029 Community Development Action Plan to rebuild the downtown core.
⚠️ Health Warning: CK Public Health warns of a tainted drug supply linked to a rise in local overdoses.
The Weekend Guide: What’s Coming Up?
Planning your week ahead? Here are the highlights:
Workforce Week Job Fair: Looking for a career change? Head to the John D. Bradley Convention Centre this Wednesday, March 4.
Chatham Indoor Auto Show: Running from March 6–8, this is your chance to see over 100 vehicles from local dealerships all in one spot.
Rock & Roll Tribute: Next Saturday, March 7, catch the Ozzy Osbourne & Mötley Crüe Tribute at the Capitol Theatre for a wild night of heavy metal nostalgia.
Local Spotlight: Ideal Can
Keep an eye on Irwin Street. Mayor Darrin Canniff back last year highlighted the expansion of Ideal Can, a steel can maker that is expected to bring over 100 jobs to the former Crown Metal Packaging building by late April.