This may be an important and helpful event for you or someone in your life.

Please see the poster for registration details.

Deadline to register is Thursday, June 19th.

Stop in to A&W here in Kenora over the next few days, and don’t forget to bring your dog.
From June 10th to 23rd participating A&W locations all across the country will be selling a special “Pup Patty” made especially for dogs.
The Pup Patty costs $2 and is a classic A&W grass-fed patty without seasoning, making it safe for our four legged furry friends to enjoy.
A portion of every Pup Patty purchased will be donated to non-profit organizations in Canada that are dedicated to raising and training service dogs.
Here in Kenora, A&W will be donating to Guide Dogs Canada and Pacific Assistance Dogs Society or “PADS”.
The Pup Patty is only available at A&W drive-thru’s since dogs are not allowed in main dining areas.
It’s also recommended that you consult your veterinarian before feeding any human food to your pets.
Will you be taking your dog for an A&W Pup Patty?
Text me and let me know on our 89-5 The Lake Talk & Text Line at…
807-467-8-9-5-0

If you missed the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s biggest night, let’s get you caught up…

BIG WINNERS

“Oppenheimer” Wins Best Picture

Cillian Murphy Wins Best Actor For “Oppenheimer”

Emma Stone Wins Best Actress For “Poor Things”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8urFpWdi9c

Emma Had To Use The Bathroom And Missed Some Award Wins For Her Movie!

Emma Shared An Off Camera Embrace With Fellow Nominees Lily Gladstone & Annette Benning

(L-R) Annette Bening, Emma Stone, and Lily Gladstone embrace in the audience during the 96th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre #Oscars pic.twitter.com/PueMF53yOx

— Deadline (@DEADLINE) March 11, 2024

Robert Downey Jr. Wins Best Supporting Actor For “Oppenheimer”

Da’Vine Joy Randolph wins Best Supporting Actress For “The Holdovers”

Christopher Nolan Wins Best Director For “Oppenheimer”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoV8VQ-XCKI

Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell Become Oscars’ Youngest Two-Time Winners Ever With Best Song for ‘What Was I Made For?’ From “Barbie”

Check out their acceptance speech here

MUST SEE MOMENTS

Host Jimmy Kimmel’s Opening Monologue

Ryan Gosling Performs “I’m Just Ken” From Barbie

Youtube/Oscars/ABC

Watch his performance here

John Cena Streaks

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Danny DeVito & Michael Keaton

Al Pachino’s Less Than Exciting Best Picture Announcement

Emily Blunt & Ryan Gosling Joke Back & Fourth With Each Other About “Oppenheimer” & “Barbie”

And last but not least…

Messi The Dog From “Anatomy Of A Fall” ‘Clapping’ In The Audience

Today is International Women’s Day!

While this is me firs time hosting on Q104 for this special date, I attempt to reach out to over 20 different local business women across our listening area to get get their thoughts on being female entrepreneurs.

I appreciate the dedicated few who were able to participate…

Regan Dearborn – Dearborn Therapy

Joyce Gardner – Horseshoe Connection

Niki Paterson – Loving Suds

(Audio gathered by Michelle Carter of CKDR)

Leslie Renyolds – Leslie’s Cafe & Bistro

Crystal Romaniuk – Heartland Home Delivery

Here’s to ALL the amazing women who make our area a better place to live through their drive, passion and hard work!

Happy International Women’s Day!

We have a winner in our Q104 “A Tear In My Beer” selfie contest!
We asked you to email us your best “Lake of the Woods Brewing Company” themed selfie.
Thank you to all those who submitted photos, but there can only be ONE lucky listener.
Congratulations to….Beth Horrobin!!!!
Check out her winning selfie!

Hear her on-air reaction!

Beth wins an awesome prize pack that includes…
Exclusive Lake of the Woods Brewery merchandise!
Two tickets to Shake The Lake the ultimate summer event happening this August!

A HUGE thank you to Lake of the Woods Brewing Company for partnering with us on this contest!

All buses in Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Vermilion Bay, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, and Upsala are cancelled on Tuesday, February 27 due to forecasted weather and road conditions.

The Kizhik Bimose school bus is also cancelled.

This photo has been posted on the Ontario Sunset Country Facebook page!

They say that it’s a still shot from recent trail camera footage captured just north of Kenora!

These are extremely rare sightings, but it still gives me the willies!

The Coldest Night of the Year is an annual event held in communities all across Canada to raise funds for organizations that help people experiencing homelessness.
This year it’s on Saturday February 24th.
Participants walk as individuals or team members to support the work of agencies assisting the unhoused.
Kenora’s Coldest Night, is being hosted by the Fellowship Centre and Jubilee Church from 4pm to 7pm.
Their fundraising goal is $32,000 and as of right now they have raised over $21,000!
16 Teams are taking part. With roughly 60 walkers participating!
If you want to take part or to donate to a team or participate yourself…Find more details here

It’s another Free Fishing Weekend to celebrate Family Day!

From February 17th to 19th, Ontarians can enjoy fishing province-wide without having to purchase a licence or carry an Outdoors Card.

During this free fishing period however, it is essential to carry valid identification issued by the provincial or federal government and should include both your name and date of birth.

Families fishing during winter conditions are also advised to practice proper ice safety habits.

For more details or to find places to fish this weekend, visit OntarioFamilyFishing.com

Kenora & District Chamber Of Commerce
Awards Banquet
Thursday, February 8th 2024
Seven Generations Education Institute

Thanks to Alexander at The Chamber for providing this!

Winners & Nominees…

Aboriginal Business
Apex Rail Solutions – Winner
Boreal Cork Company
Cottage Time Public House
Haney Construction
The Reef Store

Business Improvement
Century 21
Kenora Bed N Bale – Winner
Lakeview Fire and Safety
Remax
Playa Vida
Rabbit Lake Store

Customer Service 10+
A&W – Winner
Kal-Tire
McMunn & Yates
MCL
Shield Power & Fibre

Customer Service Under 10
Boardanyone
Boreal Paddle
Dearborn Therapy
Heartland Delivery
HomeTV
Iron and Clay
J&M Plumbing
JJ Automotive
KDSB Paramedics
Lakeview Fire & Safety
Northern Sounds & Systems – Winner
Smoke & Fire
Sweet LOTW
Taylor Made Pet Supply
The Seasons Shop
Tim’s Paint

Inclusive Employer Excellence
Keewatin Place – Winner
Log Cabin
MCL
Ne Chee

Innovative Business
Boreal Cork Company – Winner
Empower2Recover
Heartland Delivery
HomeTV
Lakeview Fire & Safety
LOTW Speedway
Mosswood Adventures
Taylor Made Pet Supply
Upriver Media

New Business
Apex Rail
Atlas Strength & Fitness – Winner
Dearborn Therapy
Empower2Recover
Gamboa & Holland
Heartland Delivery
Lakeview Fire & Safety
Mosswood Adventures
Shae Lofgren Psychotherapy
Sinky’s Auto
The Cave Bowling
Nautical Coffee
The Vault Socialhouse

Owner/Manager of the Year
Al Gagnon (Apex Rail Solutions)
Crystal Thain (Super 8)
Reagan Dearborn (Dearborn Therapy)
Jay Barnard (Empower2Recover)
Crystal Romaniuk (Heartland Delivery)
Kyla Jorgensen (Flowers by the Lake)
Fred Allard (Lakeview Fire & Safety)
Lorna Smith (The Medicine Shoppe)
Mitch Plamondan (Chipman Laundry) – Winner
Nicole Pell (Abundance)
Pam Viinikka (The Log Cabin)
Crystal Friesen (Taylor Made Pet Supply)
Kristy Thompson (The Seasons Shop)
Vic Moss (Mosswood Adventures)

Tourism and Hospitality
Boardanyone
Brignall Media
LOTW Speedway
Mt. Evergreen
Super 8
Mosswood Adventures – Winner

Youth Entrepreneur
Breanna Doering (Spirit Oak Tea)
Madison Meija (Frontier Construction)
Hannah Edie (Hannah Francis Photography) – Winner
Erika Anderson (Willow Aesthetics)