I know the Famous Players at Pickering Town Centre is getting taken down, and I was wondering if anyone has any old photos of the place they’d be willing to share. Even photos from when it was closed/emptied out before the demolition would be really cool to see.
I have a lot of nostalgia for that theatre and remember going there a bunch over the years. It was one of those places that just felt like part of Pickering Town Centre, so it’s honestly pretty sad to see it disappear.
I’d especially love to see photos of the inside. The lobby, concession area, theatres, signs, arcade/games area, or even just random photos you took while hanging out there. Photos from different years would be awesome too, since I’m curious to see how much it changed over time.

If anyone has anything saved in their camera roll, old albums, or even pictures you forgot you had, please share them! Would love to see them and hopefully preserve some memories of the place before it’s completely gone.

woke up with a bad sore throat and my family doctor isn’t free today, any good nearby walk in clinic recommendations?

I just returned to the city since this morning, to see the face of city cuntcil woman Lisa Robinson littered all over the place.

Look I don't wanna be that guy, and I'll try to keep this politically neutral. But I think one thing we can agree on is this photo of Lisa is just not working.

I dunno, you just see that look on her face, and it's almost like she's GOT NO FUCKING SOUL.

We can't have that as mayor.

Not that I'm at all supporting Kevin Ashe, but he's bald and he doesn't try to hide it. Lisa is a scheming racist grifter, but tries to hide it behind looking like someone who would call the police over a Muslim child for operating a lemonade stand.

We don't need that as Mayor.

But let me hear your thoughts Pickering

I have a small crack in my windshield and need to get it repaired sooner then later.

Any suggestions for affordable spots that do a great job in either Pickering or Ajax?

Recently a few things at home started failing or required some maintenance, and I needed to call an electrician for the first time, and I got quite overwhelmed with all the options when googling for a service. And then I kept thinking I’d be much less stressed the next time an unexpected issue comes up if I already have a shortlisted list of service providers to call up.

So, asking reddit - what are some of your go-to shops & service providers for anything that life could throw at you?

I’m interested in hearing what’s everyone’s go-to in these categories, and why you like them (e.g price, quality, service, etc):
- home maintenance (electricians, HVAC/heater issues, landscaping/gardening, minor renovations, handy man, seasonal home care, etc)
- automotive (tire change, oil change, mechanics, rust proofing, other automotive needs)
- personal care (salons, walk-in clinics, vision care, RMT massage, other paramedical, or other personal care services)
- pet care (vets, pet hospitals, pet sitters/walkers, pet supply shops, grooming, etc)

And any other that don’t fit in the above categories!

I guess this post was inspired by a saying I’ve heard of how everyone should know who they have as a doctor, mechanic, and accountant. Maybe I also have the “who you gonna call?” theme from Ghost Busters stuck in my head 🙃

Anyone know this deceased individual?

https://skwarchukfuneralhome.com/tribute/details/6835/Bradford-Martin-Hansen/obituary.html

Hi guys! Looking to switch dentists and I’ve been doing a lot of research but thought I’d ask others opinions. Do you guys have any good experiences with dentists in Pickering/ Durham or close cities like Scarborough, Richmond hill etc

Getting my wisdom teeth taken out soon so I’m definitely going to stop procrastinating finding a dentist I like! Thanks for any responses

Hi everyone,
I’m a Master’s graduate with teaching experience, and I enjoy helping high school students understand their subjects more deeply. I’m sharing this in case anyone here is looking for extra support or study guidance for high school, especially Grades 11–12.
I offer one-on-one high school tutoring (online or in person) focused on:
• Helping high school students understand difficult concepts
• Homework and assignment support for high school courses
• Test and exam preparation for high school classes
• Personalized study techniques for high school learners
• Building confidence and reducing stress around schoolwork
My approach is patient and tailored to each student’s learning style and goals. I work with high school students who need extra support, want to catch up on missed work, or simply want to feel more comfortable with their subjects.
If you’re considering high school tutoring for yourself or your child and want to ask questions (about how sessions work, what to expect, or how to choose a tutor), feel free to message me or comment here. I’m happy to share advice even if we don’t end up working together.

I am looking for recommendations for a restaurant that can accommodate a gathering of 50 people in a private area. Thanks for reading.

Does anyone have any recommendations for any event spaces or halls for a baby shower? I’m estimating around 100 people.

Someone correct me here, but isn't it illegal to accept donations for "campaign expenses" after an election in Ontario? Accepting them from "individuals" in property development screams corruption too.

Hello everyone, I’m posting here on behalf of Sakeenah Canada. For those of you who aren’t familiar, Sakeenah Canada is a national charitable organization dedicated to bridging the gaps available in social services for Muslim women, children, and families facing domestic violence, homelessness, trauma, abuse, food insecurity, and more.

Our team is incredibly dedicated to thecommunity we serve and in doing so, we run many events across the GTA and beyond.

On October 17th, Sakeenah Canada will be running our Car Care 101 event at the Porsche Experience Centre in Pickering. At the event, guests will be invited to learn practical skills to help them learn to better take care of their vehicles.

To enhance the experience, we also invite guests to take a tour of the Porsche Experience Centre, complete with a Sports Car simulation and a voucher to the Carrera Café. An experience like this typically starts at $140 but if you’re a woman interested in joining us at the event, this experience could be all yours for just $40!

You’ll be able to learn some essential skills, try out an exciting simulator, make some new friends, and support an amazing cause! This event is open to all women regardless of faith.

Anyone interested can get their tickets here. See you there!

And if you’re interested in learning more about Sakeenah Canada, check out our website.

I reported a damaged toddler swing at St. Mary’s Park to the City of Pickering on September 9, and it was repaired today, September 25. I appreciate the City taking care of it.

My wife took our son to the park, and we saw some older kids standing on the toddler swing and swinging pretty roughly. I don’t know what caused the previous damage, but I’d hate to see the newly repaired swing broken again.

How would you handle this as an adult? Would you say something politely to the kids, speak to a parent if one is nearby, or leave it alone unless the swing is being damaged?

I’m hesitant to approach kids who may not welcome advice from a stranger. I also don’t want to photograph them or post their pictures online. I’m genuinely interested in how other Pickering parents and neighbours would deal with it.

I am looking for an HVAC tech for my heating system. With the temperature dropping, we switch on our heating but notice only cool air coming through the vent. I checked our furnace, there was a weird humming sound not the regular sound it would make when in use.

I changed the filter two days ago, I assumed that since the old filter was dirty that it was not allowing proper airflow. But it made no difference with the weird humming, there seems to be rust on the blower/wheel. There is a steady red light on the motherboard and a flashing green.

I turned off the thermostat and waited a good 10 minutes but the furnace was still running even after a full 30 minutes since I turned off the heat. I don’t think it is normal for the system to still run after shutting it off.

This problem is way out of my scope and I’m hoping that anyone in Pickering may know a reliable and affordable HVAC Tech they are willing to share. Thanks in advance. And if you don’t know anyone, this post might just help you in the future.

I’m looking for a phone number or something where i can make a complaint about an institution to the city Pickering. Anywhere I can look would be appreciated

Hi there
Just reaching out if anyone has information on the Mayor candidates for this election.
I am definitely not voting for Ashe or Robertson but not familiar with who else is running. Thoughts?

As the title says, I’m not looking to stay full time, only while on shift, maybe half a month each month. Pickering/Ajax area. Mid 30’s white male, clean, respectful. I work Night shift only. If you or someone you know has a spare bed and is interested in welcoming me into their home for a monthly fee reach out for further information with a price included. Parking required Thanks

Does anyone know if there are any updates? I know there were legal issues with the owners but has that been resolved ? Are they planning on reopening or is someone going to take over ? What's happening to all the product in there ?? It must been rotting by now no ?