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Peterborough Musicfest’s 2024 lineup boasts a wide range of genres, from country to alternative rock and tribute performances. The outdoor concerts, held at Del Crary Park every Wednesday and Saturday from June 29 to August 17, are free to attend. With 16 concert dates, Season 37 kicks off with Canadian country music star Tenille Townes on June 29. Other highlights include Metric (alternative rock), Tim Baker and Great Lake Swimmers (indie folk/rock), and Choir! Choir! Choir! (’80s singalong group). The festival aims to bring fans closer to the musicians with a stage that is being brought back this year.

Prince Albert Pride has announced that it will ban members of the Sask. Party and Saskatchewan United Party from participating in Pride Month activities due to their support for Bill 137, the province’s transphobic pronoun legislation. The decision follows a similar move by Queen City Pride in Regina, which declined to proclaim Pride Month at the legislature this year due to the actions of the Saskatchewan government. PA Pride chair Chelsea Bleau said that the organization believes Bill 137 is an attack on the rights of two-spirit and trans young people, and that having MLAs who support the legislation attend Pride events would be disrespectful and harmful to the LGBTQ2S+ community.

The future of the Banff pedestrian zone, implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, will be determined by a public vote on August 12th. Despite its popularity among visitors, concerns raised by residents about traffic displacement, evacuation route accessibility, and business equity have sparked a petition opposing its permanence. Additionally, Parks Canada has expressed concerns about commercial development on public lands. The pedestrian zone will continue to operate until the Thanksgiving long weekend or shortly after the vote if the majority votes against it.

Defensive lineman Shawn Lemon has appealed his indefinite suspension for betting on CFL games and has returned to practice with the Montreal Alouettes. Lemon was initially suspended on April 24 after an investigation found that he bet on games in 2021 while with the Calgary Stampeders. The league concluded that there was no evidence to suggest his wagers impacted any games. Despite the ongoing suspension, Lemon is now eligible to practice and play after filing an appeal. The Alouettes and the CFL have not yet provided an explanation for Lemon’s reinstatement but have stated that an official announcement will be issued. Lemon, a three-time Grey Cup champion, retired two weeks before the suspension was announced, despite signing a one-year contract extension with Montreal during the off-season. The 35-year-old helped the Alouettes win the Grey Cup last year against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. After signing Lemon, the Alouettes had a successful season, finishing with a 12-4 record, including playoffs. Lemon contributed with 26 tackles, nine sacks, two interceptions, and one forced fumble in 13 regular-season games and reached his 100th career CFL sack milestone during the season.

The Regina Police Service (RPS) is currently investigating a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian, which has led to the closure of 7th Avenue between Retallack Street and Cameron Street. The collision occurred on Monday afternoon, and police have confirmed that traffic will be shut down in the area until further updates are provided. The collision investigation team is on site, and police are requesting that the public and media refrain from using social media to distribute images or information that may divulge police movements or locations in the area.

In recognition of the ongoing struggle against sexual violence, Saskatchewan has designated May as its inaugural Sexual Violence Prevention Month. This initiative aims to amplify awareness, mobilize resources, and encourage preventive measures. Sexual Assault Services of Saskatchewan (SASS) and its partners will lead this month-long campaign, building on the momentum of the decade-long Sexual Violence Awareness Week. Saskatchewan’s government has committed $42.6 million over three years to support community-based organizations providing vital services to individuals affected by interpersonal violence and abuse. By empowering communities with education and resources, the province aims to create a transformative change, fostering a safer Saskatchewan for all.

For the first time this season, a critically endangered North Atlantic right whale has been spotted entangled in fishing gear in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, off the coast of New Brunswick, Canada. The adult female whale, known as Shelagh, was observed dragging gear that appears to be caught in her mouth, according to a statement released by the federal Fisheries Department. The Marine Mammal Response Program is attempting to remove the gear, but the whale’s location far offshore poses a challenge. The type and origin of the fishing gear remain unknown. The incident highlights the ongoing threat to right whales from entanglement, with 85% of individuals having been entangled at least once. The population, estimated at around 360, faces serious challenges, including ship strikes and habitat loss.

New Brunswick’s Progressive Conservative (PC) Party is grappling with internal strife as it prepares for the upcoming provincial election. Members have expressed disappointment and anger over the direction of the party under Premier Blaine Higgs, who has been accused of veering too far to the right. The cancellation of the party’s general meeting has further heightened tensions, with concerns raised about a lack of engagement and a clash of values within the party.

Queen City Pride has announced that it will not be holding its annual flag-raising ceremony at the Provincial Legislative Building in Regina due to the actions of the current Saskatchewan government. The organization does not believe that the government is an ally of the LGBTQ2S+ community and does not feel that it would be appropriate for the government to take part in such an important event. The organization’s decision comes after the government passed Bill 137, also known as the Parents’ Bill of Rights, in October 2023, and invoked the notwithstanding clause to pass it. The organization believes that the government’s actions are not in line with the values of the LGBTQ2S+ community.

The Alberta NDP has witnessed a remarkable surge in membership, with an increase of over five times since December 2023. This unprecedented growth comes amid the party’s leadership race, which will see 85,144 members eligible to vote in June. Among the leadership contenders, Gil McGowan has announced his withdrawal from the race, citing financial constraints. The party’s membership expansion is attributed to widespread support for the NDP’s goal of forming the next government in Alberta. The leadership race has generated significant enthusiasm and is expected to attract a high voter turnout.