Guardians of the Gravestones

Each weathered headstone holds a story. Three dedicated volunteers are making sure Caledon’s departed rest in peace, and are not forgotten.

Top Stories

Making Room for Misfits

In his debut novel In The Hills alumnus Ken Weber draws on his decades as a special education pioneer to ask what makes us different – and how our community can embrace us anyway.

Sep 4, 2026

Are You Ready to Vote?

Voting in this October’s election may look a little different in some municipalities depending on where you live. Here’s our guide to make sure your voice is heard.

Aug 10, 2026

Autumn’s Determined Intruders

Leaves of every shape and shade are underfoot this time of year, but the honey locust leaflets aren’t content to stay there – they are determined to move in with me.

Sep 4, 2026

The Draw of a New Art Season

With bold exhibits, small galleries and studio tours taking place across Headwaters, autumn’s creative landscape beckons.

Sep 4, 2026

From Caledon to Calgary: Finding Home Again

Moving out west after 50 years away brought new challenges, emotional farewells and the hope of rebuilding community for this longtime In The Hills writer.

Sep 4, 2026

Aging Gets a Makeover at Small-Town Gyms

Seniors are embracing functional fitness to get fit for everyday life, and stay strong and independent in their later years.

Sep 4, 2026

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Jul 5, 2024

Guardians of the Gravestones

Each weathered headstone holds a story. Three dedicated volunteers are making sure Caledon’s departed rest in peace, and are not forgotten.

Sep 4, 2026

News Desk

2026 Municipal Election Events

Want to ask a question or find out more about the candidates running for election in your town or township? Here are the panel and Q&A events currently planned for the Headwaters communities.

Meet the Candidates: Municipal Election 2026

Find out who’s running for local government in Headwaters.

Are You Ready to Vote?

Voting in this October’s election may look a little different in some municipalities depending on where you live. Here’s our guide to make sure your voice is heard.

Municipal Election 2026: Who’s Running in the Town of Caledon

Here are the candidates running for mayor, regional councillor, local councillor and school board trustee in Caledon.

In Every Issue

Food + Drink: Find Out What’s Cooking This Fall

Learn to mix your own spices, nibble on tiny chocolate pumpkins, and sip your way through Headwaters’ craft breweries.

Sep 4, 2026

The Mayor of Mono Centre

A stonemason by trade and Freemason by association, Archie McQuilkin stepped into the realm of local politics and left his mark on the local community.

Sep 4, 2026

A Place to Hang Their Hats

Once home to Inglewood’s village butcher, this character-filled space has now been thoughtfully transformed into a stylish, welcoming home for a young family.

Sep 4, 2026

Who’s in Charge Here?

If you’re confused by the two-tier structure of municipal government in Headwaters, you’re not alone. Here’s a primer on how local government works – and who’s responsible for what.

Sep 4, 2026

Built, Not Bought: The Making of a Custom Car

This father-son team from Mono crafted a one-of-a-kind ride from scratch, and it turns heads wherever it goes.

Sep 4, 2026

Our Autumn 2026 Contributors

In this issue, Anna Lee Boschetto, Gail Grant and Jeff Rollings write about fitness after 50, moving cross-country, and a new novel about small town misfits.

Sep 4, 2026

Letters From Our Readers

Feedback pours in on our stories about conservation authority consolidation and new recycling bins, along with thanks for telling local stories.

Sep 4, 2026

The Season of Fresh Starts

Fall motivates us to try new routines, adopt new habits and pursue personal growth – at every stage of life.

Sep 4, 2026

Briony Douglas’s Sculptures Go Big on Nostalgia

This Erin artist creates oversized, joyful pieces – like giant sneakers, massive boots and huge guitars – meant to inspire happiness in all ages.

Sep 4, 2026

Two Shows, One Wild Day

Mono’s James Gerus shares what it’s like for an actor to star in the world debut of Sandra Laronde’s ‘She Holds Up the Stars’ at Roy Thomson Hall.

Sep 4, 2026

Dead Sheep and Deadlines: A Writer’s Day on the Farm

When your ‘office’ is surrounded by livestock, your work day could include coaxing escaped pigs back home while trying to finish a column.

Sep 4, 2026

Staying Strong in My Second Half

Starting to feel your age? It’s never too late to get up and start moving, as Bethany Lee finds out.

Sep 4, 2026

Notes From the Wild

Turtle Babies – The ‘Cute’ Factor

Unlike many other reptiles, little hatchlings have a tendency to pull at humans’ heartstrings. What is it that makes us find them adorable? 

Sep 1, 2026

Bird’s-foot Trefoil Has The Blues

While it may be classified as an invasive species, this fast-growing perennial broadleaf is a popular pollinator, a supporter of eroding soil and hardy food for livestock.

Aug 11, 2026

Sundews: Hidden Hunters of the Bog

Sporting sticky tentacles covered with sugary dew, this carnivorous plant gets nitrogen from unsuspecting insects that wander into its grasp.

Jul 15, 2026

Minnow Love

Those who know minnows would place them near the top of nature’s wonders. Dull and boring? Far from it!

Jun 9, 2026

Autumn Adventures

Nine Ways to Get Outside with Kids This Autumn

From visiting a farm to painting en plein air, make this a fall season to remember with the young ones in your life.

In Pie We Crust – Three Apple Pie Recipes to Try

It’s apple season, and we have the scoop on transforming nature’s bounty into irresistible pies.

Geocaching Treasure Hunt

A thoroughly modern treasure hunt is a surefire way to get kids busy outdoors.