Arts Milton’s Ontario Culture Days are in full swing, and this year’s theme, World Dance, has already brought a vibrant cultural exchange to the community. The World Dance Collaboration, which took place on September 21st, featured a stunning fusion of Ballet, Bhangra, and Bharatanatyam, combining ballet’s elegance with Bhangra’s vibrant energy and Bharatanatyam’s expressive storytelling.
On September 18th, the Milton Sea Cadets performed a Change of Command Ceremony at their local headquarters, at the Milton Fairgrounds. Lieutenant(N) Andrew Townley commanded the Royal Canadian Se Cadets Corps CHAUDIERE for the past 3 years; and as he now completed his term, he passed command to his former Executive Officer, Lieutenant(N) Paul Simas, who is now the new Commanding Officer.
On July 20th at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #136 in Milton the Legion and it’s volunteers hosted a community breakfast upstairs to help raise funds for their Legacy of Honour Banner program.
On Sunday August 18th the Milton Charity Poker Run was held raising funds for Milton District Hospital Foundation. The run attracts Motorcycle riders from all over Ontario that come to Milton and register for a scenic ride that starts by Halton Auto Service & Transmission and ends at the Halton Sportmen’s Club where participants enjoy a steak dinner and live entertainment.
On July 29th there was a free music concert held inside Milton’s Victoria Park across from Town Hall. It was the conclusion of the summer park concert series and the grand finale had over 200 Milton residents attending on benches, lawn chairs and blanked while they gathered around to hear jazz, swing and everything groovy there is. Thanks to Kelly the MC who kept things on a steady roll and ‘That Band’ Director Candace as well the the conductor Brenda.
Rotary District 7080 proudly presents its Annual District Conference to be held on Oct 5th, 2024, at the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton. This year’s theme, “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Beyond,” aligns with Rotary International’s “The Magic of Rotary” and promises an unforgettable experience.
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On August 14th in Miltonthere was a local celebration to recognize Pakistan’s Independence Day. Milton has a very vibrant, active and community oriented population of Pakistani Canadians that contribute to the well being of our town in an inclusive and open way.
The Canadian Indian Association of Halton Region held a cultural celebration for Indian Independence Day on August 18th at the Milton Lion Memorial Arena. The Canadian Indian Association of Halton Region is a Not-for-Profit Organisation, and it aims to celebrate both India and Canada.
On August 3rd the Hindu Canadian Foundation organized its 6th Annual Kawad Yatra in Milton. Over 150 devotees (Kawadiyas) took part in a 7km long yatra (walk) starting at the Milton Community Park. Seeking blessings of the Hindu God Shiva for the health and wellness of all people. The Parade Procession helped celebrate unity and spreading peace, love and compassion. Participants were given a bottle of holy water (Ganga Jal) which they carried during the walk and brought to the temple (Vaishno Devi Temple on Hwy 25).
The Compassion Classic Charitable Golf Tournament is an important annual fundraising event organized by
volunteers to support the Townsend Smith Foundation (TSF). As an organization, TSF is working towards
building a residential hospice. The hospice will provide a calm, peaceful, home-like environment where
individuals with life-limiting illnesses, as well as their families and loved ones.