The social and emotional benefits of #recess are invaluable. Children gain the opportunity to practice social skills and role-play with peers.

COLUMN: Here's how to help birds survive the winter chill orilliamatters.com/local-news/col…

Awoo! 🐺 Hoo-hoo-hoo! 🦉 Dark skies aren't just good for us humans – they're crucial to the survival of many other species too! Countless creatures have evolved to rely on uninterrupted periods of darkness at night. Learn more: bit.ly/4adJw26

It’s the FIRST OYC Music Sunday with SAMMY of the New Year, plus drop in fun, snacking, and more. Come join us on this awesome January Sunday. We are open Noon-4pm. #orillia #youth #orilliayouthcentre #sunday #musicsunday

💙✨ Thank you for loving local, Orillia! Every visit and purchase keeps our city vibrant. Reminder: Paid parking is back downtown. Pay & display or use Passport Parking App (Lot 10 & Lot 11 west side = app only). Details 👉 Orillia.ca/Parking

Open at 2:30pm on this snowy Monday. Come join us for Cooking Night, drop-in fun, and more! #orillia #youth #orilliayouthcentre #monday #january #itssnowing

The Royal Canadian Legion is excited to kick off its 100th anniversary by offering free membership to all new members who join in 2026. They will become part of the great legacy of an organization whose chief mission revolves around serving Veterans and their families. To read

‼️ Jan. 5 Recycling Delay Due to weather and mechanical issues, recycling was not collected on: Christine Pl, Dunn Ave, Park St, Westmount Dr (south of Barrie Rd), Rose Ave, Progress Dr, and Memorial Ave S. Emterra will return Jan. 6th. Have bins out by 7 a.m. Thank you!

Jan. 6, 2026: Simcoe County – All school vehicles in Simcoe County are cancelled today. Schools remain open for student learning. Click here for more info tinyurl.com/lgsbmg2

There are bus cancellations today (Jan. 6, 2026) in Simcoe County. Visit simcoecountyschoolbus.ca for details.

Mental health support for Veterans remains a central focus of our work. If you or someone you know needs assistance, the Legion is ready to help guide you toward resources and services. legion.ca/support-for-ve…

MAMAWO PAYIWAK, organized by the Edmonton Aboriginal Seniors Centre (EASC), was a two-day event leading up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in 2024 that featured a pipe ceremony, dancers, singers and drummers, open-fire cooking, ceremonial feasts, storytelling,

Did you know #FlyingSquirrels will (adorably) snuggle together in their nests to stay warm during the coldest stretches of winter? 👉🥺👈 Even our furry friends appreciate a good cuddle during chilly times! #CuddleUpDay

Open at 2:30pm for drop in fun, snacking, and more! Get here safely and see everyone soon. #orillia #youth #orilliayouthcentre #tuesday #january

In Ojibwe our word for ‘mild winter day’ is dug’un.

School buses and vans in the South Weather Zone - Alliston, Beeton, Bradford, Cookstown, Tottenham and surrounding areas - have been cancelled due to current poor road conditions.

Much of the frost is still clinging to the vegetation now but will likely melt later today when temps climb a bit above freezing.

Open 2:30pm-8pm tonight for dinner, drop in and Teens on Edge kicks off their ski season. #orillia #youth #orilliayouthcentre #wednesday #january

Devices are charging for the first Creative Youth Lab Thursday of 2026 with Arts Orillia. As always there’s space for drop in fun, space to do your own thing, snacking and more. We open at 2:30pm. #orillia #youth #orilliayouthcentre #thursday #artsorillia

Wondering if your favourite park is a snow-covered winter wonderland yet? ❄️ Check the Ontario Parks Snow Report: ontarioparks.ca/snowreport