Good morning, Etobicoke! I’m Bri, the voice behind Etobicoke Scoop. I’ve rounded up what’s happening around our neighbourhood—from local headlines to weekend plans—so you can sip your coffee and catch up in just a few minutes.
In this week’s newsletter:
🔥 Truck Trouble: Garbage trucks go up in flames
🍽️ Charity Clash: Food for Now faces eviction
🌟 Budget Bonanza: Chow's plan passes with tweaks
Plus: Winterlicious delights, Family Day tales, art exhibit 🎨
THE DIGEST
🔥 Garbage Truck Inferno Lights Up Etobicoke 🔥
In the early hours, a fiery blaze at a GFL Environmental facility in Etobicoke turned multiple garbage trucks into toast. Parked trucks went up in flames, but thankfully no injuries were reported. The Office of the Fire Marshal is on the case to unravel the mystery behind the fiery spectacle. Let's hope this wasn't a trashy arson attempt, but just a smelly accident.
🍽️ Food for Now Faces Trespassing Troubles 🍽️
A local charity, Food for Now, known for providing free food and essential items to seniors in Etobicoke, is facing possible legal action for trespassing on Toronto Senior Housing Corporation property. Despite serving 60 to 120 people weekly, the group has been asked to vacate the premises, sparking a community plea for support. With a meeting scheduled to discuss the issue, the fate of this essential service hangs in the balance.
🌟💰 Chow's 2026 Budget Approved with Minor Tweaks 💰🌟
Mayor Olivia Chow's 2026 city budget, featuring a 2.2% property tax increase, sailed through council with minor adjustments. Despite criticism for potential financial risks, Chow emphasized affordability measures like a seniors support program and new TTC fare policies. Critics sounded off on reserve fund usage, sparking debates over financial sustainability. The budget's approval sets the stage for Toronto's financial landscape in the coming years.
Upcoming Events
Feb. 12 – Winterlicious
Various Locations | Across Toronto
Embrace the culinary delights of Toronto with Winterlicious, featuring over 240 participating restaurants. Enjoy three-course prix fixe menus that offer a wide range of flavors, from cozy comfort foods to exciting global cuisines. Perfect for food lovers looking to explore new tastes or enjoy their favorites. 🍽️
🕒 Lunch and Dinner | 🍽️ Lunch: $20-$55, Dinner: $25-$75
February 16 – Family Day Storytelling
Montgomery's Inn | 4709 Dundas St W.
Join us this Family Day for heartwarming storytelling with Kesha Christie from Talkin' Tales. Enjoy Anansi stories and African and Caribbean folktales that celebrate family, community, and traditions. Explore the museum, relax in the book nook, and take home a free book courtesy of the Children's Book Fund. It's a perfect day to play, create, and make new traditions!
🕛 Noon – 12:45 p.m. & 2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
February 19 Through March 26 – Third Voice Exhibition
Assembly Hall Gallery | 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr.
Discover the captivating world of art in the Third Voice Exhibition, where three talented artists bring materials to life, creating a unique dialogue through their works. This immersive exhibition features painting, mixed media, and reactive surfaces, exploring themes of emotional resonance and material transformation. Join us for a journey through light, reflection, and surface tension, with artworks that invite you to look beyond the surface. 🎨✨
Weather
Thu, Feb 12: High -6°C, Low -15°C 🌥️
Fri, Feb 13: High 1°C, Low -16°C 🌥️
Sat, Feb 14: High 1°C, Low -6°C 🌥️
Sun, Feb 15: High 1°C, Low -7°C 🌥️
Mon, Feb 16: High 1°C, Low -4°C 🌥️
Tue, Feb 17: High 2°C, Low -2°C 🌥️
Wed, Feb 18: High 1°C, Low -2°C ❄️
Fun & Games
🎲 Would You Rather
You have the magical ability to instantly master a new skill! Which one would you choose?
A) Become a master chef and whip up gourmet meals with ease
B) Speak any language fluently and travel the world like a local
C) Play any musical instrument like a pro and start your own band
D) Be a tech wizard and create the next big app sensation
➡️ Hit reply with your pick and we'll tally the favourites in next week’s issue!
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Thanks for reading! See you next week for more of what’s happening in Etobicoke.
-Bri
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