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:
🕵️♀️ Netflix Sighting: Etobicoke stars in new hit
🚨 Crime Concerns: Mayoral candidate sounds alarm
🌹 Ford Family Loss: Renata Ford passes away
Plus: Creative fest, Shakespeare in the park, golf fun 🎨
THE DIGEST
🕵️♀️📽️ Etobicoke’s Sneaky Cameos in Netflix Hit 📺
Netflix's thriller "I Will Find You" may be set in the US, but eagle-eyed viewers caught glimpses of familiar Toronto spots in the backdrop. The show, based on a Harlan Coben book, stars Sam Worthington and hit Netflix's No. 1 spot with 24 million views. From a cocktail bar in Riverside to a Don Russell Drug Mart in Etobicoke, Toronto's locations shine alongside the gripping drama unfolding on screen.
🚨 Crime Concerns Take Center Stage 🚨
Mayoral candidate Brad Bradford kicked off his campaign in Etobicoke with a fiery rally, highlighting rising crime rates and escalating city costs. Addressing a crowd at the Plast Huculak Centre, Bradford emphasized the shift of downtown problems to the suburbs, striking a chord with attendees who shared personal stories of theft and break-ins. As the gap narrows between Bradford and Olivia Chow in recent polls, his focus on public safety is gaining traction among voters.
🌹💔 Etobicoke Mourns Renata Ford's Passing 💔🌹
Renata Ford, wife of late Toronto Mayor Rob Ford, has passed away at 55. Known for her tumultuous legal battles with the Ford family, Renata was also a People's Party of Canada candidate. Her unexpected death has left the community in shock, with condolences pouring in from various political figures and former colleagues. Etobicoke remembers her as a private figure navigating a public storm.
Upcoming Events
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
July 12 – Dream in High Park 2026: Twelfth Night
High Park Amphitheatre | 1873 Bloor Street West, Etobicoke
Experience the magic of Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" under the stars with Canadian Stage's Dream in High Park 2026. This enchanting outdoor production runs from July to September, offering a delightful summer evening of theatre for the whole family. Don't miss Dog Night on July 29, where your furry friend can join in on the fun! 🐾 🕖 Sundays at 7:00 p.m.; Tuesdays to Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. | 🎟️ Adults $35, Child (16 and under) $20
July 20 – 14th Annual Swing Fore HOPE Charity Golf Tournament
Lambton Golf & Country Club | 100 Scarlett Rd, York, ON M6N 4K2, Etobicoke
Join us for a delightful day at the 14th Annual Swing Fore HOPE Charity Golf Tournament! Gather your foursome for a 4-person scramble and enjoy a round of golf with a shotgun start. The day promises a BBQ lunch, buffet dinner with vegetarian options, a swag bag, complimentary beverage sampling, and exciting live and silent auctions. Your participation supports Haven’s community programs, bringing hope to many. 🕙 Registration: 10:00 a.m. | 🏌️♂️ Tee Off: 11:30 a.m. | 🍽️ Dinner: 6:00 p.m.
Weather
Thu, Jul 9: High 27°C, Low 21°C 🌧️
Fri, Jul 10: High 29°C, Low 19°C 🌧️
Sat, Jul 11: High 26°C, Low 18°C ☀️
Sun, Jul 12: High 26°C, Low 17°C ☀️
Mon, Jul 13: High 29°C, Low 18°C 🌥️
Tue, Jul 14: High 31°C, Low 22°C 🌧️
Wed, Jul 15: High 26°C, Low 19°C 🌥️
Fun & Games
🤔 Riddle me this:
I can be cracked, made, told, and played.
Yet, I’m never a bore and often replayed.
What am I?
Answer: A joke! (Or a well-loved playlist 🎶)
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Thanks for reading! See you next week for more of what’s happening in Etobicoke.
-Bri
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