Tag Archives: Ontario
LHSC Paving the Way for Equitable Care With Transplant Treatment Expansion
Jahmari Halstead has dealt with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) since he was born. Although medication has helped manage his pain, it's not been a cure. Now, a year after a Stem Cell Transplant, his symptom...
Nov 28, 2025 Dr. Uday Deotare (left) and Dr. Ziad Solh (right). They stand behind the Halstead family. From left to right: Jahmari, Deron, and Sophia.
Sisters Honoured in Milestone for Organ Donation Program
Margaret Reardon was only in her 20s when she made the brave choice to donate a kidney. Her sister, and the recipient of her donation, said the operation changed her life. The siblings were among the ...
Nov 21, 2025 Margaret (left) and Mary Ann (right) celebrate at University Hospital
(Finn Dermo / XFM News)
Indigenous Artist Brings Handmade Mural to Market
A local artist is combining Indigenous artistry with the punk rock spirit. Attendees of the Punk Rock Flea Market this past Sunday could see Mikaila Stevens working away at a tapestry of beads. Hearts...
Nov 17, 2025 (Finn Dermo / XFM News)
Local Organization Wins Minister's Choice Award
https://youtu.be/tzW0l029L80 Growing Chefs Ontario is a local organization that helps students learn more about nutrition. It was founded more than 17 years ago by Executive Director Andrew Fleet. "[F...
Nov 13, 2025 (Finn Dermo / XFM News)
Canada Loses Measles Elimination Status
https://youtu.be/YU5FR1Wgd9M Canada nearly eradicated Measles back in 1988. However, jump forward to this year, and there are 5,000 cases. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has stated that the...
Nov 10, 2025 Dr. Joanne Kearon (Finn Dermo / XFM News)
London festival puts local comedians in the spotlight
The Sorry! Comedy Festival is taking over stages across London this week, showcasing both established Canadian comedians and emerging local talent. The festival, which runs until Saturday, features mo...
Nov 07, 2025 Sorry! Comedy Festival graphic. (Source: londontheatredirect.com)
London Warns About Beetles That Can Emit Toxin
It may just look like an unassuming black bug, but blister beetles know how to defend themselves in a pinch. The City's Instagram account posted yesterday about the toxin-releasing bug. The post state...
Nov 05, 2025 Source: Stemonitis / Wikipedia Commons
Art and entertainment in London this week: comedy, puppetry, music and gems
Londoners have a full week of arts and entertainment ahead, with festivals, theatre and live music taking over the city. The annual Sorry! Comedy Festival returns Monday, offering six nights of standu...
Nov 03, 2025
Outage Shuts Down East Lions Community Centre
East Londoners will be without access to some recreational activities today. The East Lions Community Centre is temporarily closed. All programs and services held at the centre are currently cancelled...
Nov 03, 2025 A picture of the facility. Courtesy of the East Lions Community Centre Facebook page.
Province Wants to Change up Conservation Authority System
The government wants to revamp the conservation authority system. A release sent out today states that it wants to centralize the system as part of a new bill. It would do this by creating the Ontario...
Oct 31, 2025 Source: Ken Lund
