November 9, 2026

Good morning, London. I’m Matt Brown and this is Buckle Up, sponsored by the Hamilton Road BIA.

It’s Monday, November 9 and this is your weekly update about all things London - it’s brought to you by London Ontario Online News, that’s The Loon for short.

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If you’ve listened before, you know that every Monday morning, I co-host this program with a member of our team or a special guest to give you the information you need to prepare for the week ahead.

Today’s special guest is community advocate and five time Green Party candidate Dr. Carol Dyck. London’s 2026 - 2030 city council will be sworn in one week and one day from today. Carol is with us today to share some thoughts around what she is hoping to see in the four years ahead.

Carol is here with us now, so let’s go.

On this episode, Carol and I discuss

Carol’s experiences knocking on doors in this past municipal election
Things might look a little different this term of council
The inaugural council meeting taking place on Tuesday, November 17
Will this 2026 - 2030 city council be less polarized?
What will council’s vision for London look like?
Is Mayor Morgan’s commitment to keeping tax increases in the 3% range reasonable?
Construction updates
What’s happening in London this week

Sponsor Highlight: Hamilton Road BIA

Thanks, as always, to our show sponsor, Hamilton Road BIA. Through advocacy, investment, beautification and promotion, the BIA works to strengthen the Hamilton Road community while celebrating the rich history and diversity that make the area unique.

Buckle Up is Sponsored by Hamilton Road BIA
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Supporting independent local journalism in our community

Construction

East Link Phase 3B Scheduled Completion: (Monday, Nov. 9 at 8:00 PM): Dundas St. (Highbury Ave. N to Florence St.) | Road closed to through traffic.
Westminster Drive Sewer Replacement: Starts Sunday, Nov. 15 (9:00 PM): Westminster Dr. (Highbury Ave. S to Old Victoria Rd.) | Road closed for local traffic only.
2026 Local Road Reconstruction Program: Ongoing through Nov. 27: | Atkinson Blvd. (Falcon St. to Whitehall Dr.) & Whitehall Dr. (Atkinson Blvd. to Merlin Cres.) |Road closed for watermain replacement and new asphalt.

What’s happening in London this week

Music & Concerts

Wednesday, Nov. 11:
- The Last Waltz: A Musical Celebration of The Band | Centennial Hall

Friday, Nov. 13:
- Grease Live! | Centennial Hall Saturday, Nov. 14 (12:00 PM):
Saturday, Nov. 14:
- The Luke Combs Experience | Forever Seger: Tribute to Bob Seger |
- Crown Lands: The Apocalypse Tour | Wing Night: The Band | London Music Hall Music
- London Symphonia will be featuring Caribbean Sublime with Lido Pimienta| Metropolitan United Church
Sunday, Nov. 15:
- Queens of Country: Reba, Dolly & Shania Tribute | Centennial Hall

Festivals, Theatre & Community

Tuesday, Nov. 10:
- Talk N’ Roll: A Taste of Abbey Road | Toboggan Brewing Company
Thursday, Nov. 12:
- London Home Builders Association 2026 Awards of Creative Excellence | RBC Place London
Friday, Nov. 13 through Sunday, Nov. 22:
- Next to Normal | Grand Theatre
Saturday, Nov. 14:
- Open Minds Wellness Expo | Centennial Hall
Sunday, Nov. 15
- Diwali Mini Market of London | Innovation Works London

Film & Cinema

All Week (Nov. 9 to Nov. 15): Specialized Fall Repertory Screenings | Hyland Cinema

Sports

Wednesday, Nov. 11 (6:30 PM): London Knights vs. Guelph Storm | Canada Life Place
Saturday, Nov. 14 (7:05 PM): London Knights at Saginaw Spirit | Dow Event Center (Away)
Sunday, Nov. 15: Dance Attack Workshop | RBC Place London

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