August 29, 2025

August 29, 2025 5:00 am Published by Allanah Wills

August 29th is the 241st of the year. There are 124 days remaining until the end of the year.

The 102nd Annual North Buxton Homecoming kicks off today and runs through Monday.

Organizers have planned for a full 4-day weekend celebrating African Canadian heritage, family reunions, children’s activities and the best of small-town hospitality. The weekends events begin Friday and end on Monday with the Homecoming Parade (starts at 12:30) Parade ends at the Buxton Playground with children’s activity stations, food vendors, beer tent, craft vendors and car show.

See the full schedule below or follow on the Facebook Page for updated info.

It’s Labour Day long weekend!

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September in both the United States and Canada, is a public holiday that honors the contributions and achievements of workers. It’s a day off for many, signifying the end of summer and often marked by barbecues, family gatherings, and retail sales.

While many view it as a day for leisure, Labor Day has deep historical roots in the labor movement and the fight for better working conditions.

Municipal offices and most services will be closed Monday, September 1 in recognition of Labour Day. Ride CK will not operate on the holiday Monday and Monday, September 1 waste collection will be delayed by one day.

The forecast for our long weekend is looking pretty good.

Friday there’s a slight chance of rain with a high of 19C.

Once that’s out of the way, Environment Canada says it’ll be sunny all weekend with highs in the mid-20s

We’re getting a look at what our winter forecast might have in store.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac revealed its weather predictions for winter 2025-2026 across Canada.

The agency says that most Canadians don’t have to worry about bracing for a brutal winter.

The country is expected to have above-normal winter temperatures, except for areas in or near southeastern Ontario. Overall, the Old Farmer’s Almanac is predicting for almost everywhere in Canada to be a bit milder this winter than normal. The northernmost regions of Canada are expected to see more snow while the southern areas will have wetter precipitation, such as hail, mist, rain, sleet or snow.

A true sign that fall is just around the corner- the Thamseville Corn Maize kicks off its season this weekend.

The season will run from August 30-November 1.

Every year, farmers Ingrid and Ken Dieleman create an intricate and unique corn maze in their 10-acre field. This year, the maze shape celebrates their 25th anniversary.

The farm also features a u-pick pumpkin patch, wagon wides, jumbo jumper, play and picnic areas and more.