6,420-home development proposal under review at Trafalgar and Burnhamthorpe

Oakville News reports that a proposal for a 27-building, mixed-use community at the southeast corner of Trafalgar and Burnhamthorpe roads is under review by Oakville. The plan includes 6,420 homes and 10 towers ranging from 18 to 30 storeys, with construction proposed in phases over two decades.

The 20-hectare property currently contains the Vic Hadfield Golf and Learning Centre, farmland and a vacant farmhouse. The proposal includes commercial space, a new public street network, 7,703 parking spaces, public and privately owned public space, and land for future school properties.

The proposal was presented at a public hearing on Sept. 8, where councillors raised concerns about density and green space. Westerkirk Capital planning consultant Eric Turcotte said construction would likely begin in seven to nine years, with completion expected to take 15 to 20 years.

Reported by Oakville News

White Oaks marks 20 years of International Baccalaureate programming

The Halton District School Board is marking the 20th anniversary of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at White Oaks Secondary School in Oakville. The board describes it as the longest-running IB program in Halton Region.

The programme is offered to students in Grades 11 and 12, while an IB preparation program is available for Grades 9 and 10. The HDSB says White Oaks graduates have earned top global marks, including perfect scores across six subjects and top grades in the Theory of Knowledge course and Extended Essay.

The board is inviting prospective students and families to information sessions this fall. The notice lists sessions from 6 to 7 p.m. and 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Sheridan College’s Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga, and also identifies White Oaks Secondary School as a location for an in-person information night.

Reported by Halton District School Board

Oakville page adds Reynolds Street closure notice

The Town of Oakville’s Roads & construction watch page now lists a road closure on Reynolds Street starting Sept. 28, 2026.

The updated page also includes an entry dated Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026; entries dated Aug. 31 and Labour Day, Sept. 7, are no longer listed in the change.

Reported by Roads & construction watch

Charges withdrawn against Oakville man in Pearson gold-heist case

The Hamilton Spectator reported that Crown prosecutors withdrew charges against Amit Jalota, 42, of Oakville, after saying there was no reasonable prospect of a conviction. The Crown sought to withdraw three charges, including theft over $5,000 and possessing currency allegedly obtained through an indictable offence.

Jalota had been arrested after $24 million in gold and cash was stolen from an Air Canada cargo facility at Pearson International Airport in April 2023. Three other accused men remain scheduled for a jury trial.

The Crown’s reasons for ending the case were not disclosed because they are subject to a publication ban. Jalota’s lawyer said the case had caused significant harm to his reputation and livelihood.

Reported by thespec.com

Five candidates outline priorities for Oakville Ward 1 council race

Inside Halton reported Sept. 14, 2026, that five candidates are running for Oakville’s Ward 1 town councillor seat, which has no incumbent.

Alexandra Caldwell, Amir Henry, Pierce Lang and Nancy Ortenburg presented priorities including managing growth, improving safety and transportation, protecting the waterfront, expanding recreation and community spaces, and supporting local businesses. David Imrie did not respond to the outlet’s questions.

The Ward 1 town and regional councillor position has been acclaimed by Jonathan McNeice.

Reported by insidehalton.com

Ground broken on 640-resident long-term care project in Oakville

Daily Commercial News reports that unused government land in north Oakville will become The Village of Heritage Trails, a Schlegel Villages long-term care development at 2150 William Halton Pkwy., near Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital.

The project will create two 320-bed homes with 554 new and 86 upgraded spaces. Planned amenities include a library, café, pharmacy, health centre, spa and common areas. Residents of Erin Mills Lodge are expected to move to the new site once construction is complete.

The facility is expected to welcome its first residents in summer 2028. The project has a first-phase budget of $285 million and is expected to support about 700 construction jobs and approximately 1,000 jobs once operational.

Reported by canada.constructconnect.com

Oakville’s Tina Liao and sister win The Amazing Race Canada

Oakville News reports that Christina “Tina” Liao and her twin sister, Elizabeth “Liz” Liao of Waterdown, have won season 12 of The Amazing Race Canada.

The sisters overcame an early setback in Calgary before completing challenges involving cowboy hats, a T-shirt cannon, a field goal and a showband routine. They then finished the race’s final challenge first and reached the finish line at Spruce Meadows ahead of the other teams.

The victory makes them the first Asian Canadian duo and the first pair of sisters to win the Canadian competition. They also received $250,000 and travel credits from Expedia.

Reported by oakvillenews.org

Oakville’s Luke Evangelista signs five-year deal with Devils

Oakville News reports that Oakville native Luke Evangelista has signed a five-year contract with the New Jersey Devils after being traded from Nashville on September 1.

The agreement will begin in the 2027-28 NHL season and carries an average annual value of $7.25 million per season. Evangelista is preparing for his first season with New Jersey as training camps begin this week.

Evangelista recorded career highs of 44 assists and 56 points last season.

Reported by oakvillenews.org