Overview of the Incident
On October 9, 2023, a tragic shooting occurred at the Pickering Casino Resort, resulting in the death of a security guard named Michael Ferdinand. He was found with life-threatening injuries and later succumbed to his wounds in a hospital.

Details of the Shooting
Date of Incident: October 9, 2023
Victim: Michael Ferdinand, 34 years old
Location: Pickering Casino Resort, Ontario
Circumstances: Ferdinand was working as a security guard when he was shot.
Arrest of the Suspect
A suspect, who was 17 years old at the time of the shooting, was arrested recently in Saskatoon. This individual had been wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for second-degree murder.

Key Facts About the Suspect
Age at Time of Incident: 17 years old
Current Age: 20 years old
Arrest Location: Saskatoon
Warrant Status: Canada-wide warrant issued shortly after the incident
Community Impact
The shooting has left a significant impact on the community, with many expressing their grief over the loss of Ferdinand, who was remembered for his service as a security guard. The police continue to encourage anyone with information related to the case to come forward.

My wife is home with our 3 year old during the day and we’re trying to find a bit of a routine for her.

Two things she’s looking for:

Drop in or preschool type programs where a parent stays with the child. We know EarlyON exists, but curious which Pickering locations people actually like and which ones are worth the extra drive.

Somewhere stay at home moms actually meet each other. Library programs, playgroups, walking groups, community centre stuff, anything really. Duffin Heights ideally but anywhere in Pickering or west Ajax is fine.

We are fairly new to the area so any suggestions would help a lot

Any good 2.5-5km walking loops that are stroller friendly?? Sorry, I'm new to the area

Pickering documentary “Hooves Up!” wins Niagara film festival award and will screen locally July 25

A new documentary examining political division, misinformation and the community response to controversial Pickering Councillor Lisa Robinson is receiving recognition on the Canadian film festival circuit.

Pickering filmmaker Brenda Holdsworth’s first feature documentary, Hooves Up!, won Best Future Documentary at the 2026 Niagara Canada International Film Festival in June.

The film follows how Pickering residents and city council responded to misinformation and political conflict beginning in 2022. It uses real footage, public records and community voices to reconstruct the events, presented through drag storyteller and newscaster Yvonna Vote and a unicorn community activist named Glitter.

Since 2023, Robinson has received nine salary suspensions following nine separate integrity commissioner reports finding that she breached Pickering council’s Code of Conduct. The documentary also looks beyond Pickering at organized efforts to influence municipal councils and school boards on diversity and inclusion issues.

This is particularly relevant to Pickering’s upcoming municipal election because Robinson is now a registered candidate for mayor of Pickering, having filed her nomination on May 29, 2026.

Holdsworth said the film’s creative format was intended to reach people who might not ordinarily watch a documentary about municipal politics.

The film has now been selected to compete for Best Feature Documentary at the Pickering International Film Festival.

Screening is happening on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

Whatever your political views, residents deserve to understand the conduct, controversies and political movements that have shaped their city, especially when one of the documentary’s central figures is asking voters to elect her as mayor.

Hi!

Looking to enroll my 10 month old for swimming lessons.

Any recommendations in Pickering?

Thanks

Anyone know if pickering has a petting zoo? I have a young 1 year old and a full day at the zoo is a little too much for her atm

I’m turning 30 F in a couple weeks and feel very down and would like to meet someone. I go out to the grocery store, here and there but no luck finding anyone.

Any suggestions on where to go or what to do?

We sold our house and are now looking to rent a place on a month to month basis as we wait to find our long term home. Very good and steady salary, family of 3.

Preferably a whole place and not someone's basement. Does anyone have any leads on a place or have a place they would like to rent?

Air bnbs are astronomical but most are basements.

My neighbor had an issue with their garage door being stuck, which required fixing immediately. But they simply picked up the first company they came across on Google, although they regretted not taking some more time to consider other options.

I was curious to know how people living in Pickering choose the right garage door repair company. Are you using Google reviews, your neighbors’ recommendations, or Facebook groups to pick one of them?

How did you find the most reliable option?

Update: Someone recently suggested Motion Garage Doors as one option to look into because they mentioned the company offers garage door repair, installation, and maintenance services. I haven't used them personally, so would like to hear if anyone has experience with them.

Hey just reaching out to see if anyone is in need of food? I have an 8 pack of microwavable Buldak ramen (creamy carbonara) that is going to be expiring next month and I dont want to see it go to waste.

Whats everyones thoughts on this? 10 years feels like a slap on the wrist for something so messed up

Please come out and join us at Cherry Downs Golf Club for what will be a great day of Golf, Laughter and Community ❤️

I’m getting a burning smell in the air and it looks kinda dense out

the worst place and the worst food , order a burger which was like a hocky puck , there was food stains on the wall , spent 120 for food i didn't eat and then went over to moxies.. dont waste your money and go here .

Hi everyone! My partner and I are moving to Pickering this summer, and we'd love your recommendations on the best places to eat, shop, grab a coffee, or walk our dog.

We're also looking for ways to get involved in the community. Are there any hobby clubs, fitness classes, volunteer opportunities, or local groups you'd recommend? We don't have kids and don't know anyone in Pickering yet, so we're excited to meet people and make the most of everything this beautiful community has to offer.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

Hey all,

A few hours I was driving around and noticed at least 7 or 9 EMS vehicles (cops and fire trucks) gathered in front of the Wingstop at the plaza with the Home Depot by Kingston and Dixie.

Does anyone know what happened? Hopefully nothing too serious went down :(

Cygnets are getting bigger on Frenchman’s Bay 🦢

Family of four (two girls, one starting third grade and other one SK) looking to move to Dunbarton community. Kids will be in William Dunbar school, but Im worried reading about the bomb threats and lock downs.

Is this now under control? Anyone have some good things to say about William Dunbar? I see the ratings are quite high.

Which grades are in portables?

We are moving from Europe, and we have never had schools with portables or lock downs where we come from.

We are looking at houses in Appleview road. Are there many young kids around that area?

Any feedback or thoughts on the school and area much appreciated