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BISHOP REDING (BR) HACKS!

The first annual BR Hacks was held this month at Bishop Reding Catholic Secondary School in Milton. It was an initiative that was put together by students in collaboration with the school’s administration.

Their aim was to host a one-day event that gave students the chance to experience the creative process involved in product development and showcase their technological abilities, while working towards something that helps either the school, local, or national community. The event also aimed to enhance and facilitate students’ business and computer science skills, as well as general communication and other “soft skills” that show increased importance in the workplace.

 

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MILTON CANADA DAY 2024 July 1st at Milton fairgrounds

Milton Canada Day returns again this year on July 1st at Milton Fairgrounds thanks to Halton Agricultural Society and the many sponsors and volunteers that come together to make this possible. According to Halton Regional Police estimates on a Sunny Canada Day over 6 thousand visitors are expected to come from morning until night.

The day starts off with a Salute to Veterans at Milton Victoria Park at 10:30am supported by both the Milton Legion and the Milton Knights of Columbus. Gates then open at the Milton Fairgrounds at 12 noon with the listed attractions.

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MILTON CRICKRT SEASON 2024

Season 9 of EOSCL – Event Ontario Softball Cricket League had its media launch in June with team captains and sponsors.

Milton Villager has been honoured to take part each seasons either with our own team or as a sponsor. It’s great to see how the league has grown steadily with this year having over 440 players!

Great seeing both returning players as well as new ones. Team Organizer Riaz Murad said it best when he talked about “brotherhood and friendship first” and that we are all here to have fun.

EOSCL also mentioned that they are starting girls and women’s cricket teams this year as well. So all age groups, genders and backgrounds are welcome

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Community Happenings

Milton Special Friends Network Holds COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS CELEBRATION

The Special Friends Network is a grass roots initiative that was started to bring together people of all abilities. They are a social group that focuses on connecting and celebrating the neurodiverse world. Inclusion isn’t simply an idea, it’s their Motto.

Admission was free and all attendees also received free popcorn and a special cupcake. There were vendor booths, a magic show, Milton Fire Truck as well as cash prizes and music entertainment provided by Dj Rockin Rob and LostsOfficial (Aarav Bhatt).

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ROYAL CANADIAN SET CADETS CHAUDIERE CELEBRATE IT’S 28 ANNUAL CEREMONIAL REVIEW

The Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Chaudière celebrated its 38th Annual Ceremonial Review on May 25 capping off another fruitful year of forming future leaders and maritime enthusiasts. This ceremony honored the commitment and accomplishments of the cadets and instructors that make up the corps and the branch members who render support to the corps.

CPOC1 Arbuckle, who retired as Coxswain, was honored with the Navy League Medal of Excellence. His extraordinary leadership, commitment, and service to the corps are recognized with this prestigious award.

“Cadets has played an important role in making me the person that I am today. It has taught me many valuable lessons regarding leadership, commitment and responsibility. I have been able to create lasting friendships. I am deeply grateful that I was nominated and subsequently selected for this award. I am honoured to have been able to serve as Coxswain for RCSCC Chaudiere.” Said Chief Petty Officer 1st Class Joseph Arbuckle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Town Events

MILTON SPEED SKATING plays host to an Open Ontario Team Relay Challenge

Milton played host to the Speed Skating Ontario Team Relay Challenge today with over 15 teams from across the province taking part.

The competition took part at the Milton Sports Center with several hundred people either participating or cheering on the skaters from 9am to 4pm with the awards ceremony from 4 to 6 pm.

Congratulations to Nigel Emblin, Jack Codack, Perrin Heung, Cameron Mason from Milton Speed Skating for placing 1st overall in the challenge. This year has been exceptional for Milton Skaters with Nigel Emblin and Perrin Heung taking Silver and Gold medals at the recent Elite Championships held in Oakville.

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Community Happenings

Milton District Hospital Foundation Honours COMMUNITY PARTNER AT APPRECIATION NIGHT

Milton District Hospital Foundation hosted its Community Partner Appreciation Night on June 5th, celebrating the incredible generosity of the organizations, individuals and businesses who stepped forward to organize an event in support of the hospital last year. Acting Milton Mayor John B. Challinor II offered recognition and updates on the town’s future growth.

Brian Penman, MDHF’s Chair, emphasized the critical need for medical equipment and technology. The Milton Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at received the MDHF Brian Brady Award for their continued support, contributing $95,000 to date, with over $20,000 raised last year alone. They also announced their upcoming Run for Milton in September.

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COMMUNITY DINNER WITH HMC CONNECTIONS FILIPINO COMMUNITY

Grace Church Milton held a Community Dinner on June 6th in Milton with volunteers and food provided by HMC Connections Filipino community. The dinner includes several Filipino dishes including Ensaymadas (lovely dessert), chicken, asparagus, rice, noodles and many other delicious options.

Halton Multicultural Council (HMC) Connections was founded in 1978 by volunteers from a number of local cultural groups who wanted to create a welcoming community for newcomers and refugees. HMC Connections helps newcomers settle and integrate into a welcoming and inclusive community with offices in Milton and throughout Halton Region.

You can visit hmconnections.com for more information about HMC and visit gracechurchmilton.com for future upcoming Church events and community dinners.

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ISKON Milton Hosts SRI GAURA PURNIMA

SRI GAURA PURNIMA The Glorious appearance day of Lord Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was celebrated on March 24th in Milton by members of ISKCON Milton Gaura Purnima is a significant festival in our Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition, commemorating the appearance day of the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Lord Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.

The festival is a time for devotees to reflect on the teachings and life of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, who emphasized the importance of chanting the Hare Krishna mantra and spreading the message of love and devotion to God.

Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s mission was to propagate the Yuga Dharma of Sankirtana, the congregational chanting of the Holy Names, as the supreme method for attaining spiritual enlightenment in the age of Kali.

Throughout His life, He tirelessly promoted the chanting of Krishna’s holy name and the teachings of the Srimad Bhagavat Purana, aiming to bestow Krishna prema, or divine love, upon all conditioned souls.

During Gaura Purnima, devotees observe a fast until moonrise, abstaining from grains. They conclude their fast by partaking in anukalpa feast, comprising non-grain preparations. This feast commemorates the joyous occasion of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s birth, with devotees coming together to offer elaborate offerings to the Lord in celebration of His divine appearance.

This auspicious occasion is marked by fervent devotional practices, abhishek of Gaura Nitai deities, drama, melodious kirtan, enlightening discourse, and the sharing of sumptuous prasadam (sanctified food).

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