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Catch the Windsor Lancers in action as they take on Toronto on Saturday, November 7th at 4:00pm (M) and TMU at 7:30pm (W) at Adie Knox Herman Arena. Experience an exciting Hockey matchup featuring the Windsor Lancers. Tickets are available at goLancers.ca/tickets.

A Word to Carry: Grief, Grace & a Blank PageHonour what was. Hold what remains. Carry what matters. A full-day experience of reflection, writing, and creative expressionSaturday, November 7 | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Mastering the SoulGrief can leave us searching for words—and sometimes carrying more than we know how to express.A Word to Carry: Grief, Grace & a Blank Page is a gentle, thoughtfully guided workshop that offers space to acknowledge what has been lost, recognize what remains and explore the words we want to carry forward.The day brings together reflective writing, mindful conversation and The Power Word ExperienceTM. Through carefully chosen writing prompts, quiet reflection and optional partner sharing, participants will be invited to explore personal experiences of grief, remembrance, change and grace.During The Power Word ExperienceTM, each participant will choose a meaningful word that reflects what they need, value or wish to carry with them. That word will become the inspiration for a personal 5" × 7" Mini Vision Board, a tangible reminder of the intention, meaning or strength they discovered during the day.The experience will include:Gentle grounding and introductory writing exercisesGuided prompts exploring grief, memory, change and graceThe opportunity to discover a personal Power WordCreation of a 5" × 7" Mini Vision BoardQuiet, uninterrupted writing timeMindful partner exercises and compassionate listeningTime for integration, reflection and an optional sharing circleA one-hour lunch break with an optional meditationNo writing, artistic, crafting or vision board experience is required. All creative materials will be provided. Participants need only bring a notebook, a pen and a willingness to meet the blank page with curiosity.Sharing is always optional. Each participant is encouraged to honour their own boundaries and engage with the experience in the way that feels most supportive to them.You will leave with your writing, your Mini Vision Board and a personal word to carry beyond the workshop.All creative materials provided | Please bring a notebook and penPresented collaboratively by Tranquillou Retreats and döhm This is a reflective creative workshop and is not intended to replace grief counselling, therapy or other mental-health support.

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An Ottawa man is celebrating a major — and very rare — milestone, making his 500th donation to Canadian Blood Services. You can find Bob McDougall sitting in a chair at the Canadian Blood Services donation centre on Carling Avenue every two weeks, donating plasma and platelets.

The Carney government is promising to end homelessness in Canada within a decade. The 2026 budget offers $11.2 billion to tackle homelessness over four years, starting next year, and $17.8 billion over 10 years.

It was an evening filled with standing ovations, heartfelt stories, laughter, and inspiration as United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin celebrated the inaugural Top 7 Over 70 Awards last Thursday, honouring seven extraordinary older adults whose continued contributions are helping shape stronger, more vibrant communities across Guelph, Wellington County, and Dufferin County.

On November 8, we observe Indigenous Veterans Day. Discover the powerful history of Indigenous military service and how to support your community in Windsor.

Men's health starts long before the clinic. Learn how volunteering builds the community connections needed to tackle isolation and save lives this Movember.

Discover how Windsorites can celebrate Halloween 2026 by connecting with local events, community groups, and volunteer opportunities across Windsor.