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🌤️ Weather - Mix of cloudy/showers and sun Low 4 C to High 20C
📰Local News - Temiskaming Hockey Families Could Receive Free Equipment
📅 Events – A List of Events Happening Around Temiskaming Shores Area
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May 17th
Englehart & District Agricultural Society Yard Sale — Barns behind Englehart Arena | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Multi-day yard sale with donations welcome, buy, sell and trade tables available on Saturdays
May 19th
Music Jam — Golden Age Club Hall, Cobalt | 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Weekly music jam open to all ages, come play, sing or listen, $2 for non-members
Temiskaming Shores Minor Hockey AGM — Riverside Place | 7:00 PM | Annual General Meeting for the Temiskaming Shores Minor Hockey Association, executive members welcome and encouraged to attend
May 21
Breakfast Networking — Gillis Family Restaurant, Highway 11 | 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Drop-in networking event hosted by the Temiskaming Shores & Area Chamber of Commerce
Tisser des Liens / Building Ties Youth Retention Event -Nédélec Community Centre | 10 rue Principale Sud, Nédélec, QC | 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM | An evening focused on youth retention in the Temiskaming region featuring keynote speakers, supper and networking
May 23
Paw Fest Vendor Registration — 360 Armstrong St. North, New Liskeard | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Local vendors wanted for Paw Fest, $10 fee for a 12x12 outdoor space, vendors must supply their own tent, tables and chairs
Springtime Turkey Dinner & Silent Auction Fundraiser — Golden Age Club, Cobalt | 5:00 PM | Turkey dinner with silent auction fundraiser, $25 adults, $15 children 12 and under, reservations required
Bee-utiful Creations Session — St. Paul’s-Emmanuel Community Church, New Liskeard | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Creative kids craft session for ages 5–10 including bee-themed projects, snack included, $30 per child, registration required
May 29th
Crib Night — Club de l’Age d’Or, Earlton | 7:00 PM | Crib tournament with prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, $20 entry fee
May 30
Spring Vendors Market — Thornloe Hall | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Local vendors, baked goods, crafts, books, spices, lemonade stand and more
IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s — Haileybury Marina, Haileybury | Registration 10:00 AM, Walk 11:00 AM | Community fundraising walk supporting the Alzheimer Society of Cochrane-Temiskaming, donations and registration available online
Silent Auction — Kirkland Lake Legion Parking Lot | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Auction featuring second-hand tools and bikes, cash only, supporting Victim Services of Temiskaming & District
Film Movie: The Wild Robot — Canton d’Harrington Township Library | 12:30 PM | Community movie screening with upgraded sound system
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Temiskaming Hockey Families Could Receive Free Equipment

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The Temiskaming Shores Minor Hockey Association has announced it has been selected to receive hockey equipment grants through the OREO Stay Playful for All program in partnership with NHLPA Goals and Dreams.
The program will provide player equipment to help support local families and improve access to hockey within the community.
TSMHA says applications are now open for families interested in receiving assistance through the program. Association officials are encouraging eligible families to visit the TSMHA website for full details and application information.
The initiative is designed to help reduce barriers to youth sports participation while making it easier for more kids to get involved in hockey.
Deadline is Tuesday May 19th @ noon! Apply Now
If you are a coach of a team that would like to have their team scores and highlight shared with the community please reach out to [email protected] and lets connect.

Temiskaming Nordic Wants Your Opinion and Might Give You a Free Membership

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The Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club is asking the community to help shape the future of the club through a new strategic planning survey and one participant will win a free one year membership.
Club officials say the survey is part of the development of Temiskaming Nordic’s first ever five year strategic plan, with feedback being collected from both members and non members.
The survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete and organizers say all opinions are welcome as they look at future priorities, programming, and long term goals for the club.
The initiative gives local residents a chance to directly influence the future direction of one of the region’s well known outdoor recreation organizations while also having a shot at winning a free membership.
The survey can be completed online through the Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club simple survey page
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🚱 Water Flushing and Boil Water Advisory Underway in Notre-Dame-du-Nord
Residents in Notre-Dame-du-Nord are being advised that aqueduct flushing will take place May 19–22 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., which may cause temporary pressure drops, cloudy water, or brief service interruptions. A boil water advisory is in effect as a precaution while the maintenance work is completed.
🚙 Victoria Day Weekend Scavenger Hunt — Spot the Jeep & Win
New Liskeard Chrysler Dedge Jeep Ram has launched a Victoria Day Weekend Scavenger Hunt featuring a 2026 Jeep Wrangler hidden somewhere around Temiskaming Shores.
Think you know the location? Comment your guess on their Facebook post for a chance to win a prize. The first correct guess wins, with one guess allowed per person. If nobody guesses correctly after a few hours, hints will be released. No purchase is required to participate.
💙 Volunteers Needed to Support Local Seniors
Municipalité de Notre Dame du Nord is looking for volunteers to spend time with elderly residents and help reduce isolation in the community. Even a simple visit or conversation can make a meaningful difference.
Anyone interested in volunteering can call 819 629 3124 or email [email protected] for more information.
🥣 Parent Volunteers Needed — TDSS Breakfast Program
Parent volunteers are being sought to help support a TDSS school breakfast program. Anyone interested in volunteering can contact Ms. Barb [email protected] for more information.
⛏️ Cobalt Mining Museum Reopening May 22
The Cobalt Mining Museum will reopen for the season on Friday, May 22. During May and June, the museum will operate Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Expanded summer hours begin in July and August with daily admission from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, including underground mine tours running daily throughout the summer season.
🏋️ Free Day Passes at Rack Fitness This May
Thinking about trying Rack Fitness? Throughout the month of May, the gym is offering free day passes for anyone wanting to check it out.
Rack Fitness features 24/7 access, a full range of equipment, clean facilities, and a community focused atmosphere. Anyone interested can send Rack Fitness a message on Facebook to claim a free pass.
🌳 Recreation Operations Update — Temiskaming Shores
The City of Temiskaming Shores has released a seasonal recreation update as some spring openings have been delayed due to weather conditions and a late spring.
The Rotary Splash Pad and One Foot Forward Spray Zone are now scheduled to open May 29. Sweeping and bollard installation along the STATO Trail is expected to be completed by May 22.
Outdoor washrooms are expected to open by May 11, while sport courts and playgrounds are already open and available for public use. The City says it appreciates residents’ patience as crews continue preparing facilities for the season.
🎥 Empire Theatre - Cinema Twins
May 15 - 21th | Tue - Fri 7:00 pm | Sat & Sun 1:30 pm & 7:00 pm | Cinema 1 - Michael | Cinema 2 - The Sheep Detectives | (705) 647-5363
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