Good morning, Etobicoke! I'm Bri, the voice behind Etobicoke Scoop. Here's what's happening around the neighbourhood this week.
In this week’s newsletter:
🚁 Drone Drama: Cops nab drones over Etobicoke park
🎆 Canada Day Burst: Fireworks light up Centennial
🛢️ Oil Spill Scare: Diesel trouble hits Mimico Creek
Plus: Bingo bonanza, RibFest sizzle, art fest fun 🎨
THE DIGEST
🚁 Put the Drone Down, Etobicoke 🚁
Toronto police have intercepted 17 unauthorized drones over World Cup venues since the tournament began, handing out fines and charging two people with reckless operation. This hits close to home: the no-drone zone covers practice pitches at Centennial Park in Etobicoke. Fines run $1,000 to $5,000. Leave the drone at home for now.
🎆 Centennial Park Lights Up for Canada Day 🎆
Canada turns 159 on July 1, and Centennial Park is Etobicoke's spot to celebrate. Fireworks kick off at 10 p.m. at 256 Centennial Park Rd., making it an easy local option for families. It's the second-largest city-owned park after Toronto Island, so there's plenty of room to spread out. Grab a blanket, skip the parking headaches downtown, and enjoy the show right in your backyard.
🛢️ Oily Trouble Finds Mimico Creek Again 🛢️
Emergency crews were called to Mimico Creek near Legion Road and Manitoba Street last Sunday after diesel oil was found in the water. Workers deployed absorbent booms to contain the spill, and the Ministry of the Environment is investigating the source, believed to be a one-time release from the storm sewer system. Good news: no fish or wildlife impacts reported so far.
Upcoming Events
June 26 – Delta Etobicoke: Deal or More Deal
Delta Bingo & Gaming | 360 Evans Avenue, Etobicoke
Get ready for an exciting night at Delta Bingo & Gaming with "Deal or More Deal" on Friday, June 26, 2026! 🎉 This thrilling twist on Bingo offers participants a chance to win up to $10,000 by choosing between a guaranteed $1,000 or a mystery cash prize hidden in one of 25 briefcases. Enter the draw by playing Bingo sessions from May 22 to June 26, and be one of the lucky ten drawn to make the ultimate decision! 🕖 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. | 🎟️ $22 for a package including a 2-strip paper Bingo book, ballot, and dabber.
June 26-28 – Toronto RibFest
Cloverdale Park | 250 The East Mall, Etobicoke
Join us for the Toronto RibFest, a mouth-watering event hosted by the Etobicoke Rotary Club! Enjoy a weekend filled with delicious ribs, live entertainment, and fun activities for the whole family. It's a great way to kick off the summer and support local charities. Don't miss out on this flavourful festival! 🍖🎶 🕚 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. on Friday & Saturday and 9 p.m. close on Sunday
July 1 – Centennial Park Fireworks
Centennial Park | 256 Centennial Park Rd., Etobicoke
Celebrate a magical evening under the stars as Centennial Park lights up the night with a spectacular fireworks display! This is the perfect way to celebrate with family and friends in one of the largest parks in the city. 🎆 Bring your blankets and enjoy the vibrant show! 🕙 10:00 p.m. | Free Admission
July 11 – Neilson Park Creative Festival
Neilson Park Creative Centre | 56 Neilson Dr, Etobicoke, ON M9C 1V7
Celebrate creativity, community, and summer at the 4th Annual Neilson Park Creative Festival! Enjoy an afternoon of live R&B, reggae, and jazz performances, shop from local artists and makers, watch painters compete outdoors, create with the family, explore exhibitions, and enjoy delicious food and treats. Free admission and parking. 🎨🎶☀️ 🕚 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Free admission
Weather
Fri, Jun 26: High 23°C, Low 14°C 🌥️
Sat, Jun 27: High 24°C, Low 16°C 🌧️
Sun, Jun 28: High 26°C, Low 16°C 🌥️
Mon, Jun 29: High 26°C, Low 17°C 🌥️
Tue, Jun 30: High 33°C, Low 20°C 🌥️
Wed, Jul 1: High 35°C, Low 24°C ☀️
Thurs, Jul 2: High 32°C, Low 22°C ☀️
Fun & Games
🍁 Canada Day Trivia
Canada Day hasn't always been called Canada Day. What was it originally called?
A) Confederation Day
B) Federation Day
C) Dominion Day
D) Independence Day
Scroll down for the answer…
Answer: C — Dominion Day. The name wasn't changed to Canada Day until 1982.)
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Thanks for reading! See you next week for more of what’s happening in Etobicoke.
-Bri
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