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The expansion builds on FlixBus’ continued growth in Canada, where the company is adding new destinations and increasing connectivity across its intercity network.The service linking Toronto with Gravenhurst, Bracebridge, Huntsville and South River, with onward service to North Bay, is now being extended beyond its original seasonal schedule. The move to year-round service reflects the value of the pilot and the shared commitment of FlixBus and Explorers’ Edge to developing reliable, car-free access to rural Ontario.

The evolution from a seasonal pilot to year-round service provides a meaningful indication of the route’s potential and the strength of the partnership behind it.

“This is exactly what a successful pilot should do: help partners learn, demonstrate what is possible and create the confidence to take the next step,” said James Murphy, CEO of Explorers’ Edge. “Moving from seasonal to year-round service is a significant development for our communities and for travellers looking for an easier way to experience this part of Ontario.”

As part of the expanded relationship, Explorers’ Edge has also entered into a corporate client agreement with FlixBus. The agreement enables the regional tourism organization to purchase FlixBus tickets for travellers participating in tourism programs offered through its TICO-licensed travel service, The Great Canadian Wilderness.

This represents an important progression from providing transportation access to creating a more connected visitor journey.

Rather than requiring travellers to coordinate transportation, accommodations, and experiences independently across multiple platforms, Explorers’ Edge can begin bringing those components together through bookable tourism programs. The objective is straightforward: make getting here part of the experience, not a barrier to it.

“The bus ticket is one component of a much larger journey,” Murphy added. “The opportunity is to connect transportation with a great place to stay, something memorable to do and a simple way to experience the destination. When those pieces work together, rural travel becomes accessible to people who may never have considered visiting without their own vehicle.”

Explorers’ Edge is already developing and selling visitor experiences through The Great Canadian Wilderness. The FlixBus agreement positions the organization to connect scheduled transportation with future packages featuring accommodations and experiences such as Indigenous tourism, golf, cycling, culinary offerings and the natural landscape.

“Extending this route year-round is a direct response to demand and makes it easier for more people to experience the region. Muskoka and communities across Northern Ontario have always had a lot to offer visitors. The barrier has often been getting there. By working with Explorers’ Edge to connect transportation with visitor experiences, we can help people discover the region without a car and turn a bus ticket into a reason to travel,” said Karina Frayter, head of communications for Flix North America. The year-round route will also generate further insight into how scheduled transportation can support the visitor economy outside the traditional summer travel period. For Explorers’ Edge, improved access during fall, winter, and spring supports its broader work to encourage year-round visitation and create economic opportunities for tourism businesses throughout the area.

“This collaboration is about looking at the full consumer journey,” said Murphy. “It is no longer simply about having a bus arrive in our communities. It is about what happens next, where that visitor stays, what they experience and how we make the entire journey easier to discover, purchase, and enjoy.”

This agreement gives Explorers’ Edge access to the FlixBus booking platform and supports streamlined ticket booking and delivery for travellers participating in its tourism programs.

Explorers’ Edge and FlixBus will continue working together to promote the year-round service, connect transportation with bookable visitor experiences and identify further opportunities to strengthen car-free travel into and throughout The Great Canadian Wilderness.

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Town and District Councillor, former Coldwell Banker brokerage owner and 35-year Huntsville resident brings business experience, municipal knowledge and a practical record to the mayor’s race.

Scott Morrison has announced his campaign for Mayor of Huntsville, saying the town needs proven leadership to manage growth, protect what residents value, and keep Huntsville moving in the right direction.

Morrison brings a rare combination of experience to the race: 35 years living and working in Huntsville, service as a Town and District Councillor, and the business background to build practical strategies and manage budgets responsibly. He says Huntsville needs leadership with the relationships to get things done, the commitment to involve residents before decisions are made, and the experience to manage growth, tourism, housing, services and affordability.

His doctor recruitment plan is one example. When thousands of Huntsville-area residents were expected to be without a family doctor, Morrison brought forward and led a local recruitment initiative with a clear goal: attract 10 new family doctors in four years. Nine have already been recruited in just two years, with a tenth expected soon.

“That did not happen because we waited for someone else to solve the problem,” said Morrison. “It happened because I brought forward a clear plan, built support around it, and

worked with others to help make it happen. We found responsible funding and stayed focused on results. That is the approach I will bring to the mayor’s office.”

“Huntsville is growing quickly, and that growth has to be managed carefully,” said Morrison. “We can support a strong local economy, welcome visitors and still make sure decisions work for the people who live here year-round. This is my home, and I care about getting that balance right.”

As mayor, Morrison says his focus would be on the priorities residents feel every day: responsible growth, health care, housing, downtown revitalization, recreation, infrastructure, affordability and a more open, accountable Town Hall. He says Huntsville needs leadership that does more than identify the issues — it needs specific plans, strong relationships and the discipline to follow through.

“I believe Huntsville’s best days are ahead,” said Morrison. “With the right leadership, we can welcome growth, protect what makes this community special, and deliver results people can see and feel.”

More information about Scott Morrison’s campaign and platform is available at scottmorrison.ca.

Contact Scott at scott@scottmorrison.ca or 705-783-8199

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Police are currently investigating a fraud where a local resident received an inquiry through Realtor.ca from an individual posing as a prospective client. After exchanging several emails, a Zoom meeting was arranged.

During the meeting, the suspect claimed there were audio issues and directed the victim to join an alternate Zoom link. The suspect also provided a file for the victim to download. Shortly thereafter, the victim received banking notifications indicating unauthorized transactions had occurred.

Investigators believe the alternate link and downloaded file may have provided the suspect with access to the victim’s computer or online accounts.

Cybercriminals are increasingly using professional-looking video calls, emails, and websites to gain victims’ trust. These scams often rely on creating a sense of urgency or exploiting common technical issues to convince individuals to click links, download files, or install malicious software.

The OPP wants to remind the public to be extra vigilant and cautious when clicking hyperlinks and or downloading files onto devices.

Anyone who believes they may have been targeted by a cyber-related fraud is encouraged to contact their local police service and financial institution immediately. Fraud incidents can also be reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

The Collingwood OPP reminds residents that if something seems unusual, unexpected, or too urgent, take a moment to verify before you click.

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On Friday, August 21, 2026, shortly after 2:30 a.m., OPP officers responded to a call for a disturbance at an address on Hugel Ave in Midland. Officers located an injured person who was taken to a Toronto area hospital with serious injuries.

As a result of the investigation, an accused was identified and a warrant was obtained for their arrest.

On September 1, 2026, OPP officers arrested and charged Tryson Cada, a 20-year-old male from Midland, with the following Criminal Code Offences:

• Aggravated Assault
• Assault with a Weapon

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 2, 2026.

Members of the Southern Georgian Bay OPP would like to thank its policing partners and members of the community for their assistance with this investigation.

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“This will be the most robust season we’ve planned since before Covid,” says Laura Kennedy, president of the nonprofit group. “Including our winter matinees, we’re planning 15 films over 22 screenings plus Geordie’s new series where he’ll share how these classics have influenced cinema and continue to inspire filmmakers. We’re also working hard to have more special guest appearances at our regular screenings.”

The regular season opens with Once Upon A Time In A Cinema on Monday, September 14th at 7pm. This Irish dramedy set in 1985 shows in real time how a beleaguered cinema owner’s worst Friday night becomes his crowning moment of glory when a packed show descends into chaos and unites the community.

The following week features the first movie in the Filmmakers Favourites series on Wednesday, September 23rd at 7pm, an Italian cinematic tour de force. Both films are love letters to the in-person movie theatre experience and how it inspires and unites communities – a theme perfectly aligned with Reel Alternatives’ mandate.

Closing out the month on Monday, September 28th is The Christophers starring the great Ian McKellen in Oscar winner Steven Soderbergh’s witty chamber comedy about art, commerce, and avarice.

Tickets for all films are available for $10 online at reelalternativeshuntsville.ca or algonquintheatre.ca, at the door or by calling the Algonquin Theatre box office at 705-789-4975. Reel Alternatives Huntsville gratefully acknowledges their partnership with Film Circuit, presented by the Toronto International Film Festival, and its sponsors and supporters.

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On Saturday August 29, 2026, at approximately 12:56 a.m., members of the Haliburton Highlands OPP were patrolling Haliburton Village when officers conducted a traffic stop on Highland Street. An investigation into impaired driving commenced and the driver was arrested and charged with an impaired driving offence under the Criminal Code of Canada.

Kennedy McCracken, a 22-year-old from Haliburton was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Minden at a later date. The driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to serving our province by protecting its’ citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

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On Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on Highway 11 North in Gravenhurst to investigate a Highway Traffic Act offence that soon became an impaired driving investigation. Police arrested and charged 52-year-old Salem Berday of Bracebridge, ON with Impaired Operation and Driving while under suspension. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on September 29 to answer to his charges.

On Monday, August 31, 2026, just before 4:00 a.m., a member of the public called police to report concerns about the condition of the operator of a motorcycle on Bethune Drive near Industrial Drive in Gravenhurst. Officers located the vehicle at the same intersection and subsequently arrested and charged 48-year-old Bradley King of no fixed address with the following offences:

• Operation While Impaired- Drug
• Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
• Operation While Prohibited
• Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking- Opioid
• Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the purpose of trafficking- Cocaine
• Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime

He was held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on September 1, 2026 to answer to his charges.

On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 1:50 a.m., a member of the public called police to report their concerns about the condition of a driver on Taylor Road in Bracebridge. Officers located driver on Manitoba Street and subsequently arrested and charged 68-year-old Thomas Liddle of Huntsville, ON with Impaired Operation and Failure or refusal to comply with demand. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on October 13, 2026 to answer to his charges.

The consequences for choosing to operate any vehicle while impaired include an immediate 90-day driver’s license suspension and vehicle impoundment.

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“To address the illegal drug and overdose crisis effectively, Canadians should have access to a range of supports. That is exactly what the City of Orillia is offering. Through its new Community Connection Hub, people who use opioids and struggle with complex mental health and addiction challenges can access the care and services they need and deserve under one roof,” said the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health.

“Health Canada’s investment has enabled the creation of a shared community space that brings services together and makes them easier to access,” said Pamela Hillier, Executive Director of Community Connection. “The Community Connection Hub strengthens collaboration among service providers and helps ensure community members can access support more seamlessly.”

The project was made possible through a successful grant application developed by City of Orillia staff, following opportunities identified several years ago by the City’s Addictions and Overdose Crisis Working Group. Community Connection serves as the project lead, overseeing the development and operation of the Hub on behalf of the City of Orillia.

The Hub is located in a shared, co-located space where partner organizations can meet with clients, deliver services, and collaborate in real time. It offers in-person, low-barrier access through a no-wrong-door approach—no appointments or referrals required—and provides warm handoffs to partner services. The Hub will also pilot digital tools with partner organizations to better share client information and coordinate care.

No single organization can address the complex needs of vulnerable individuals alone. While our community benefits from a broad network of services and program-specific navigators, the system remains fragmented. Program-specific navigators often work independently, with limited mechanisms for securely sharing information, coordinating support, or reducing duplication of effort.

For many people facing multiple and interconnected challenges, navigating these services can be overwhelming. When several organizations are involved, individuals are often left to coordinate their own care and retell their stories multiple times. The challenge is not a lack of navigation services, but a lack of connected navigation. The Community Connection Hub was created to bridge that gap by bringing organizations together around the needs of the people they serve.

The Community Connection Hub reflects a collaborative effort among local service providers, Community Connection, Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, CMHA Simcoe County, the City of Orillia and Health Canada to improve access to community-based supports for residents.

Located at 250 West Street North, Unit 11, the Hub is now open. Visit https://communityconnection.ca/orillia-cc-hub/ for current hours and details.

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