CJRO Radio News - September 29, 2025
- Manuela Dascal
- Sep 29, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: Oct 27, 2025
Hello, this is Manuela Dascal and you are listening to CJRO Radio local news.
The Ontario government is investing $9.6 million in water infrastructure in Embrun, enabling growth and new housing opportunities that will help meet provincial and federal housing targets, while supporting Russell Township’s commitment to sustainable, well-managed development. The funding is being delivered through the province’s Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF), a stream of the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program (MHIP).
The funding will allow Embrun to rebuild storm sewers and install a new watermain along approximately 2.5 kilometres of Notre-Dame Street, stretching from the roundabout at Notre-Dame and St-Guillaume eastward. This project will strengthen the water and stormwater systems, support community growth, and pave the way for new housing.
The Carlsbad Springs - Community Association is proud to announce that the Tree for Tree Project is back! The Project is a community approach to the restoration of indigenous trees within our community.
The Carlsbad Springs Association is happy to provide trees to the community members on a priority basis.
The third year of the Project will be open for tree applications for the residents of Carlsbad Springs on Wednesday October 8th.
All trees ordered will be between 2 and 3 feet tall. The list of trees for 2026 will be available in the October Carlsbad Springs Communique Newsletter.
Carlsbad Springs community members can register at the following email address:csca.events.mgmt@gmail.com on Wednesday October 8th with a selection of up to 8 trees. Make sure you provide your mailing address in your email.
Delivery of all trees will be in May, 2026 (date to be determined). A pick-up event will be scheduled at the Community Centre.
The Ontario government is investing $10 million in the construction of the new Russell Township Recreation Complex which features a 25-metre six-lane indoor pool, a 10,000 square-foot community hall and three ice rinks that will accommodate hockey, figure skating, broomball and ringette among other sports. Once complete, the complex will offer a wide range of programming and services that promote active living, including swimming lessons, fitness classes and public skating.
The new complex is expected to attract nearly 600,000 visits every year, meeting the growing demand for modern recreational infrastructure and providing residents of all ages with year-round access to sport and recreation opportunities.
On September 30, Canadians come together to honour Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities, while reflecting on the lasting impacts of these institutions.
This year, for the first time, the Township of Russell will raise the Survivors' Flag from September 24 until October 1, 2025. The Survivors’ Flag is an expression of remembrance, meant to honour residential school Survivors and all the lives and communities impacted by the residential school system in Canada. Each element depicted on the flag was carefully selected by Survivors from across Canada, who were consulted in the flag’s creation.
To learn more about the Survivors' flag please access the University of Manitoba National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation website at: https://nctr.ca/exhibits/survivors-flag/
On September 20, 2025, the Embrun and Russell arenas started hosting free public skating and stick and puck sessions. This is the perfect opportunity for families, friends, and hockey enthusiasts of all ages to get back on the ice or enjoy it for their very first skate.
For the schedules for both arenas, updates, cancellations, or changes, such as additional ice time on PD days refer to the website www.russell.ca/arenas . To ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, take a moment to review the Public Skating Rules and Stick & Puck Rules and to respect the age ranges for those sessions. Arena staff will be present to monitor compliance with these guidelines.
The Embrun March For Women - organized by Centre Novas in partnership with the Township of Russell, took place on Wednesday, September 17. As stated by Centre Novas' executive director, Martine Lanthier in a media release on the Township of Russell website, the march was a success that brought together over 150 participants in “a spirit of solidarity, respect, and mobilization. [..] Together, participants affirmed their commitment to ending violence against women and promoting equality.” (Martine Lanthier)
On October 4th, from 1 to 4 pm the Embrun Accessible Halloween event will take place in Ste-Marie Hamlet Embrun, on 454 Provence Avenue. Accessible Halloween is a free, inclusive, and family-friendly outdoor event designed to ensure that everyone—regardless of age, ability, or needs—can experience the joy of Halloween in a welcoming and safe environment.
This unique event takes place in a quiet, accessible neighbourhood in Embrun, Ontario, and features dozens of homes transformed into Halloween stations. Many offer treats, non-food options, and visual, sensory, or interactive displays. Families can expect a warm welcome, a red-carpet photo backdrop, a regulation station for accessibility info and resources, and plenty of friendly volunteers to assist as needed.
The organizers GoutArt Altruism and Ability Hive, together with neighbours, volunteers and local organizations are creating an event of inclusion for everyone including children and adults with disabilities, neurodivergent participants, and families facing barriers. No scary surprises, just a celebration where everyone belongs.
For more information check out the event’s Facebook page or the Russell Township website.
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