5 Things You Need To Know For August 21, 2026

August 21, 2026 5:55 am Published by Chris McLeod

_{August 21st is the 233rd day of the year. There are 132 days remaining until the end of the year.}

Clear and cool to start today, but it’ll turn warm and sunny with a high of 27°C. The humidex will make it feel closer to 30°.

Showers are expected Saturday afternoon, with a risk of thunderstorms. Sunday looks cooler with a chance of showers.

Sunny skies as we head back to work on Monday.

Today is the last day to register as a candidate for the upcoming municipal election.

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Individuals wishing to register as candidates in the 2026 municipal election must have their nomination papers filed with the Clerk’s Office before 2 p.m. this afternoon.

Chatham-Kent’s 2026 municipal election is taking place on October 26th. Internet voting will be open October 8-16. Advanced voting polls will be open October 15, 16 and 17th.

Click here for more information.

The annual Airshow London returns to the London International Airport this weekend.

The SkyDrive Air Show runs today through Sunday, featuring aerial performances, more than 20 aircraft on the ground, food trucks, vendors and a free trolley system.

The drive-in format gives every vehicle its own designated parking spot, where spectators can watch the show from their cars or bring chairs and blankets and listen to show announcements on a portable FM radio.

The CNE opens today in Toronto.

The CNE is Canada’s largest annual fair and the fifth largest in North America, bringing in 1.5 million visitors each year. The first Canadian National Exhibition took place in 1879 to promote agriculture and technology in Canada.

Tickets are available for purchase on their website.