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Good morning, Etobicoke! I’m Bri, the voice behind Etobicoke Scoop. Every Thursday, I’ll bring you the latest news, events, and stories from our community—all in one easy read.

In this week’s newsletter:

📡 Bell Blip: Widespread internet outage traced to router update
🎉 Lucky Ticket: Etobicoke corner store sells $75K-winning lottery ticket
📬 Strike Watch: Canada Post workers may walk off the job this week

Plus: Art exhibitions, a giant garage sale, and a lottery-inspired ‘Would Your Rather’

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THE DIGEST

📡 Bell Outage Hits Thousands, But It's Fixed Now 📡 
If your internet glitched out Wednesday morning, you weren’t alone—nearly 140,000 users reported outages across the country, with Bell confirming a router update was to blame. Service was fully restored by 11 a.m., but the company recommends rebooting your modem if you're still seeing issues. Bell says it wasn’t a cyberattack, but their network team is reviewing what went wrong to prevent it from happening again.

🎉 Etobicoke Shop Sells $75K Winning Lottery Ticket 🎉
Dina Al Kadmani of Vaughan is $75,000 richer after playing the Instant Hyper Slots lottery game, and her winning ticket was purchased at Shop ’N’ Milk on Browns Line in Etobicoke. The 25-year-old receptionist initially thought she had won just $75, but a closer look revealed the full prize amount. She plans to buy a car, pay off bills, invest, and share some of the winnings with her mom. “It’s just unreal,” she said.

📬 Canada Post Strike Looms as Union Issues Notice 📬
Postal workers could walk off the job as early as Friday after the union representing 55,000 employees issued a strike notice. The dispute stems from proposed changes to working conditions and benefits, and comes amid financial strain and calls for weekend delivery. A deal must be reached by 12:01 a.m. May 23 to avoid a national service disruption

Upcoming Events

• Now through June 4 - Vessels of Memory Art Exhibition
  Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery | 399 The West Mall

  Presented by the City of Toronto, Vessels of Memory features four artists from the FERL Collective exploring queer memories, belonging, and how we carry our experiences. 🖼️ Thought-provoking and deeply personal, this exhibit invites reflection and connection. 🕗 Mon–Fri: 8 a.m.–6 p.m. | Sat: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
  

• Now through June 12 - Diversified Life Exhibition at Assembly Hall
  Assembly Hall | 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr.

  Part of the CONTACT Photography Festival 2025, Diversified Life showcases powerful images by deaf artist Hong Yu Chan, capturing profound connections and everyday moments. 🖼️✨ Free admission throughout the exhibit.
  

• Now through June 22 - OVO by Cirque du Soleil
  Under the Big Top | 2150 Lake Shore Blvd. W.

  Experience the magic of Cirque du Soleil’s 25th anniversary show, OVO—a dazzling celebration of the world of insects brought to life through acrobatics, colour, and movement. 🐞✨🎟️ Tickets available now | Prices vary
  

• May 24th - Giant Garage Sale
  Royal York United Church | 851 Royal York Rd.

  Treasure hunters, take note! 🛍️ Browse housewares, jewelry, toys, linens, artwork, DVDs, and more at this giant garage sale. Don’t miss the special gardening section with plants, pots, and tools—plus a snack bar serving back bacon on a bun! 🕣 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | 🎟️ Free entry

• May 24th - Spring Bird Festival
  Colonel Samuel Smith Park | 3145 Lake Shore Blvd. W.

  Celebrate nature at the Spring Bird Festival with guided bird walks (starting hourly at 10 a.m.), live animal encounters, backyard habitat building, art workshops, kids’ activities, and educational displays. 🐦🦎 Perfect for all ages—just keep dogs leashed! 🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | 🎟️ Free & family-friendly

• May 24 & 25 - Doors Open Toronto 2025
  Multiple Locations Across Etobicoke

  Unlock the city during Doors Open Toronto, a free weekend-long celebration where you can explore more than 150 architecturally, culturally, and historically significant sites—including stadiums, theatres, and hidden gems. A unique chance to discover Toronto’s most iconic spaces—inside and out!🏛️🎭🎶 
  Share your adventure using #DOT25 🕙 Sites open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (unless noted otherwise)

• May 24 & 25 - Rexdale: A World of Cultures, One Step at a Time
  Walking Tour starts at 2280 Islington Ave

  Discover Rexdale’s rich cultural history on a walking tour through vibrant markets, community parks, and repurposed landmarks. 🌍🎶 From a multicultural mall to the historic Woodbine Centre, explore how this dynamic neighbourhood continues to evolve. 🕚 Tour times: 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. & 1:30–3:00 p.m. both days 🚶‍♂️ Flat terrain | Approx. 3.5 km | Free
  

• May 30th - Jazz at Durbar: The Matt Pines Trio
  Durbar Indian Restaurant | 2469 Bloor St. W.

  Enjoy an evening of live jazz with The Matt Pines Trio featuring vocalist Maddy Leroy. 🎶 No cover. Reserve a table for dinner or swing by for a drink at the bar.

  🕖 7:00 p.m.
  

Weather

• Thurs., May 22: High 10°C, Low 8°C ⛅

• Fri., May 23: High 12°C, Low 8°C ⛈️

• Sat., May 24: High 15°C, Low 7°C ⛈️

• Sun., May 25: High 18°C, Low 8°C 🌥️

• Mon., May 26: High 19°C, Low 8°C 🌥️

• Tues., May 27: High 19°C, Low 10°C ☀️

• Wed., May 28: High 18°C, Low 11°C ⛈️

Fun & Games

🎲 Would You Rather

You win $75,000.
Would you rather:
A) Pay off your mortgage
B) Take a month off work to travel
C) Open your dream business
D) Buy a new car
E) Invest in lottery tickets (just kidding… don’t.)

➡️ Hit reply with your pick and we'll tally the favourites in next week’s issue!

No one nailed last week’s trivia—A was the blunder! Boats don’t always have to yield to canoes in Ontario marinas.

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Thanks for reading! See you next week for more of what’s happening in Etobicoke.

-Bri