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Upon arrival, the team will begin preparations with an unofficial training period, followed by official familiarization on March 30-31. Competition is scheduled to begin on April 1.

This year’s Championships mark the first time the U17 Worlds will be held in Argentina. More than 110 athletes from over 18 countries will compete in slalom, trick, and jump at the Ahumada Waterski Club, a purpose-built site located between San José and Villa Dolores in the Córdoba region.

Team Canada – U17 World Championships

Team Athletes:

• Ryan Cresswell (Brooklin, ON) – Slalom
• Asher Dixon (Kamloops, BC) – Slalom, Trick, Jump
• Sophie Strilchuk (Lloydminster, AB / represents Saskatchewan) – Slalom, Trick, Jump
• Jace Townsend (Arizona / family connection to Ontario) – Slalom, Trick
• Reese Townsend (Arizona / family connection to Ontario) – Slalom, Trick, Jump
• Anna Wheeler (Thornhill, ON) – Slalom, Trick

Wild Card Athletes:

• Matthew Baxter (Burlington, ON) – Slalom
• Jacob Kuntz (Conestogo, ON) – Slalom, Jump
• Ethan Kuntz (Conestogo, ON) – Trick, Slalom

Team Coach:

• Cole Grant (Winnipeg, MB)

For all nine athletes, this will be their first time competing at a World Championships, providing an opportunity to gain experience competing against the top junior athletes in the world.

Besides individual events, the six Team Athletes will contribute to the Team Overall competition, where combined scores across slalom, trick, and jump determine the overall team standings against other countries.

Team Canada’s roster also features two sets of siblings competing at the event, with Reese and Jace Townsend, as well as Jacob and Ethan Kuntz, each representing Canada on the international stage.

“For all of these athletes, this will be their first World Championships, which makes it a really exciting moment,” said Team Coach, Cole Grant. “Stepping onto the world stage is a big milestone, and we’re proud to support them as they represent Canada.”

For more information, including event details, start lists, and results, visit:

Event Website: https://ahumadaesquinautico.com/ 

IWWF Event Page: https://iwwf.sport/world-title-events/u17worlds2026/ 

Start Lists & Results: https://www.iwwfed-ea.org/classic/26IWWF02/

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Effective October 3, staff, patients and visitors are wearing a surgical mask over their nose and mouth while interacting with patients/visitors, and/or upon entering a patient’s room/space.

Masking is an important measure to protect patients and staff, maintain safe hospital operations, and reduce the risk of becoming ill. Other infection and prevention control measures like hand washing and proper self-screening for symptoms of illness and staying home when unwell also help to limit the spread of respiratory viruses.

Surgical masks are available at entrances to the hospitals and in various clinical areas.

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Tim Hortons is once again bringing Canadians closer to the sport they love with the launch of the 2025-26 Tim Hortons NHL^® Hockey Cards collection, produced by Upper Deck. This year’s collection features a 234-card set filled with the league’s biggest stars, specialty cards, and exciting chances to win exclusive prizes, including for the first time, a chance to win a new car!

Collectors also have the chance to find rare prize cards, including hockey cards autographed by Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon, a signed Timbits^® card featuring Logan Stankoven, a 3D lenticular card commemorating the 4 Nations Face-Off^™, and Jersey Relic cards featuring a piece of a game-worn jersey.

Golden Collect to Win prize cards also unlock unforgettable experiences including:

• VIP trip to watch an NHL^® game and meet Sidney Crosby
• Trips to the 2026 Stanley Cup^® Final
• New Hyundai KONA
• Prince Edward Island 3 Night Vacation for 2
• MyBauer Custom Hockey Sticks
• Official NHL^® jerseys from Fanatics
• $50 gift cards from Esso and Skip
• Sportsnet+ subscriptions
• $25 TimCards

In addition, thousands of other instant win prizes are up for grabs including free Tim Hortons coffee, donuts, and for the first time, free packs of hockey cards while supplies last.

“Ripping open a pack of our new hockey cards is a tradition that brings fans together and we’re looking forward to seeing guests enjoy this year’s new set and then meet up with other collectors at our Tims Hockey Card Trade Nights,” said Hope Bagozzi, Chief Marketing Officer for Tim Hortons.

A pack of Tim Hortons NHL^® Hockey Cards costs $1.50^* with the purchase of any beverage (excluding espresso shots and Coca-Cola^® products) or $1.99^* without a beverage. A binder designed to store all 234 cards in the set is available for $19.99* at participating restaurants.

New for this year, guests can redeem FREE packs of NHL^® Hockey Cards in Tim Hortons restaurants with the eligible purchase of Tims at Home products from select retailers. Terms and conditions apply, more information is available at timsathomepromotion.ca.

To celebrate the launch of the new hockey cards, a Tim Hortons campaign starring long time Tim Hortons ambassadors Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon are joined by cameos from fellow Maritimer and Team Canada teammate, Brad Marchand, along with one of the most beloved goalies of all time, Marc-André Fleury, leaning into his recent retirement news.

Also back in the Tims app – The Tims NHL^® Hockey Challenge^™ 

The Tims NHL^® Hockey Challenge^™ is also back with a chance to win daily and monthly prizes for picking players who you think will score. Plus there’s a chance to win a Hyundai TUSCON season-end grand prize! Canadians can also try to keep a seven-day streak alive and win free coffee or tea for a week. For a full list of prizes and more information, visit https://www.timhortons.ca/tims-nhl-hockey-challenge

For more information on this year’s Tim Hortons NHL^® Hockey Cards collection, and on trade nights scheduled at select Tims restaurants across Canada on Nov. 6 and Nov. 13, visit: https://www.timhortons.ca/hockeycards.

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An investigation has been ongoing into the careless and unsafe use of firearms, as depicted in videos shared online. As a result of the investigation, Gurkanwal Singh, 24, of Brampton was arrested on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, and charged with two counts of careless use of a firearm.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on October 7, 2025. Their firearms licence and weapons were also seized.

This investigation remains ongoing. Officers continue to actively investigate, gathering evidence and following up on leads to ensure a thorough and complete investigation.

The OPP would like to thank members of the public who have come forward with information. Community cooperation is essential to advancing investigations and maintaining public safety.

The OPP takes firearms incidents very seriously. Behaviour that compromises the safety and security of our communities will not be tolerated.

We continue to urge anyone with information about these incidents to contact police. Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com.

Video update is also available on X, Facebook, and Instagram.

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On Saturday, August 9, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., the Almaguin Highlands OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a pick-up and a all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on Grass Lake Road, in Kearney. A 58-year-old person of Grimsby has died, and another person was transported to hospital by ambulance with serious injuries.

The investigation is on-going with the assistance of the OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team.

Further details will be released as they become available.

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Established by the GBGH Foundation in 2009, the $5,000 award is shared between the winners toward furthering their professional learning and development.

“We are so fortunate to have many incredible people on the GBGH Team, and it’s a pleasure to be able to celebrate the contributions of this year’s recipients,” says Nicole Kraftscik, CEO, GBGH Foundation. “Alex and Alanna are innovators who care deeply about patients and the GBGH Team, and they truly exemplify the dedication that drives our hospital forward.”

Alex Rawn has dedicated many years of exceptional service, evolving from a Registered Nurse and Professional Practice Leader into an outstanding clinical supervisor, demonstrating unwavering commitment and excellence in every role. She is recognized for connecting teams together and ensuring successful implementation of new programs and innovative technology in Obstetrics, Surgical Services, and Ambulatory Care.

 “Alex is widely regarded as a calming influence who works well as part of a team. She is extremely open to feedback and working to improve patient and staff experience,” shares Karen Redpath, clinical director, GBGH, who nominated Alex for the award. “Alex is also always ready to support the overall goals of GBGH. Her approach and collaboration is inspiring.”

Alanna Bouffard is a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at GBGH, and an exceptional contributor to the hospital’s DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) committee. Her dedication and passion for DEIB initiatives have made a significant impact, particularly through her involvement in events like Bell Let’s Talk Day, the ItStarts campaign, and her work on the creation of a learning module for understanding and proper use of personal pronouns.

“Alanna’s enthusiasm for DEIB initiatives is truly infectious, and her consistent participation and dedication make her a strong champion for our ongoing efforts,” shares Angela Wiggins, VP of people & culture and CHRO at GBGH. “Supporting Alanna through the Hartog award will allow her to continue to pursue her education and bring those efforts back to GBGH for further support and growth.”

The GBGH Foundation Board of Directors and staff extend their sincere congratulations and heartfelt thanks to this year’s recipients.

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The partnership includes the Certificate of Added Competence in Emergency Medicine (Enhanced Skills Program: Emergency Medicine) and the Supplemental Emergency Medicine Experience (SEME) fellowship. Both programs are designed to strengthen emergency care while helping to grow the healthcare workforce across Simcoe Muskoka and throughout the province.

“RVH is honoured to expand our role as a teaching and training site for the University of Toronto,” said Dr. Jeffrey Tyberg, Chief of Staff and Vice President, Academic and Medical Affairs. “These programs are a win-win for our patients and our region. They help build a strong pipeline of highly skilled, confident and compassionate healthcare professionals, while supporting the continued growth of those already in practice.”

The one-year Enhanced Skills Program at RVH will train two family physicians per year in high-quality emergency care. Learners gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations, procedural training and supervised emergency department shifts across a variety of settings, including general and paediatric emergency medicine, trauma care and Emergency Department (ED) ultrasound. They also rotate through other specialty areas such as orthopaedics, plastics, intensive care, cardiac care and anaesthesia. The program is open to physicians who have completed a two-year family medicine residency.

SEME, a full-time, three-month clinical immersion, provides practical and relevant training tailored for physicians practicing comprehensive family medicine in smaller and rural communities. It’s a unique opportunity to enhance emergency medicine skills in a focused and supportive environment. The program, which starts in September, will host six physicians annually.

RVH is uniquely positioned to offer a rich, real-world training environment. With more than 94,000 visits annually, its ED exposes learners to a wide spectrum of high-acuity cases from minor concerns to critical injuries. As a Level III trauma centre serving both urban and rural communities, RVH offers valuable insight into the complexities of regional care delivery. Learners may also gain experience at partner hospitals, including Georgian Bay General Hospital in Midland and Collingwood General and Marine Hospital, through RVH’s strong regional partnerships.

“This expanded training and enhanced partnership with U of T are key steps forward in our Vitally You strategic plan as we work toward becoming an Academic Health Sciences Centre — one that champions advanced learning and delivers world-class care, close to home,” said Tyberg.

The announcement builds on a long-standing partnership between RVH and the University of Toronto, including the Family Medicine Teaching Unit (FMTU), which has trained more than 120 family medicine residents since its launch in 2009 — many of whom now practice in the region.

“We’re thrilled to strengthen our partnership with RVH through these programs that support family physicians in expanding their emergency medicine skills,” said Dr. Shirley Lee, Vice-Chair Education at U of T’s DFCM. “Training in a dynamic and growing regional health centre like RVH offers learners rich clinical experiences and the chance to make a real impact in the communities they serve.”

“This collaboration not only advances our educational mission and physician development, but it also supports the health and well-being of patients in Barrie, Simcoe Muskoka and beyond,” added Dr. Stuart Murdoch, Postgraduate Education Program Director, DFCM.

In addition to the emergency medicine programs, RVH is also launching a Hospital Pharmacy Residency this month in partnership with the University of Toronto. This year-long program is designed to prepare pharmacists for practice in institutional or ambulatory care settings.

Together, both organizations are committed to growing a strong, innovative and adaptable healthcare workforce that supports patients and families when and where it’s needed most.

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