PTBOSpotlight: Peterborough Used Tires

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Welcome to PTBOSpotlight! Every Friday, this segment showcases a business or organization in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the people behind the organization and the work they do for our community.

This week, we are featuring Peterborough Used Tires.

Established in 2003, Peterborough Used Tires had exclusively sold and serviced quality used tires. In 2005, at the customers' request, the business began carrying and selling new tires. 

“We do everything tires. We sell used and new tires and rims of all brands and sizes for automotive needs. We also repair, balance and install tires and new this year we provide seasonal storage,” said Chris of Peterborough Used Tires. “We carry the Kawartha's largest inventory of quality used tires with a Lifetime Warranty included as long as you own your car. We also partner with the leading distributors in Ontario to provide all brands and models of new tires which can be ordered for same or next day delivery.

In 2012, Peterborough relocated to a 10,000 sq/ft. facility at 810 Rye St.

“We returned to what we do best: providing the best and biggest variety of tires to customers and repairing tires, we no longer do general auto repairs and have put all of our focus on tires,” said Chris. “We also added custom wheels and accessories to our lineup. Fast forward to now, we’ve come a long way in the 20 years we’ve served Peterborough and the surrounding area, and we only have our customers to thank.”

In 2025, Peterborough Used Tires was acquired with several enhancements made.

“We created a new brand logo and gave the entire store a facelift. We have upgraded all of our technology, inventory databases, scheduling and pricing tools,” said Chris. “We also expanded our services to include seasonal storage of tires as well as a Lifetime Road Hazard Warranty included with every purchase.”

“It has been a very busy and productive year,” concluded Chris. “We can’t thank our loyal customers enough for continuing to support our growth.

To learn more about Peterborough Used Tires, find it online:


Website: www.peterboroughusedtires.ca
Instagram: @ptbo.usedtires

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Quaker Foods City Square Skating Rink Opening This Saturday

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The ice skating rink at Quaker Foods City Square is opening at 10 a.m. on Saturday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Ice skating at Quaker Foods City Square is free and open to everyone.  

Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday to Friday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.  

More information on skating at Quaker Foods City Square, including skating rules, is available at peterborough.ca/skate.  

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Loonies on the Street Fundraiser Returns: Raising Funds for Kawartha Food Share

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The 25th annual Loonies on the Street fundraiser in support of Kawartha Food Share returned to Peterborough Square at the corner of George and Simcoe Streets on Friday morning.

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers donated $1,000 towards the cause, while the Kinsmen Club of Peterborough gave $10,000 as part of their TV Bingo proceeds.

Dave Smith, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP, donated $250 and challenged Emma Harrison, Peterborough-Kawartha MP and Mayor Jeff Leal to match his donation. If theirs exceeds Smith’s, the MPP will match the increase.

A final count of all proceeds is expected to be released next week.

Kawartha Food Share is a central collection and distribution warehouse that partners with 37 member agencies, including food banks, food cupboards and other food action programs in the City and County of Peterborough.

Donations can also be accepted online.

@ptbo_canada The Bucket Brigade was back this morning for Kawartha Food Share’s 25th annual Loonies on the Street fundraiser at Peterborough Square! 🎅 #PTBOCanada #peterboroughontario ♬ Christmas - Axby

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Peterborough Man Arrested For Weapon and Drug Possession After Police Spotted Him Wearing Brass Knuckles

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A 45-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges including weapon and drug possession after an incident on Thursday afternoon.

At roughly 3 p.m., Community F.I.R.S.T officers were proactively in the area of Reid Street and Simcoe Street when they spotted an individual with brass knuckles. The man was taken into custody as they are a prohibited weapon.

During a search after arrest, officers seized:

  • Brass knuckles

  • 20 Dilaudid (Hydromorphone) pills

  • 3.1grams of Crack Cocaine

  • 6.2grams of Fentanyl

  • Scales

The man was arrested and charged with:

  • Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance - Opioid (Fentanyl)

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Cocaine

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance- Hydromorphone

  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused is currently subject to a weapons prohibition prohibiting possession of any weapon as defined in the Criminal Code and to a probation order with the condition to keep the peace and be of good behaviour. 

The accused is being held in custody and will appear in court on Friday.

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Windsor Spitfires's Early Offense Too Much For Peterborough Petes On Teddy Bear Toss Night

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The Petes saw the plushies fly on Teddy Bear Toss night but could not get the victory in a 6-3 game against the Windsor Spitfires at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday.

The Petes are third in the East Division with a 16-13-1-1 record. Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

Prior to the game, the Petes had recalled forwards Jonny Brooks (Oakville Blades) and Elijah Chavez (Stouffville Spirit) and they played on the fourth line.

Both teams had 10 shots on goal but Windsor had the only goal from Shawn Costello in the first period.

Things did not get better for the Petes in the second frame as they allowed the next three goals for a 4-0 game going into the third.

Peterborough had a four-on-three power play early in the period as James Petrovski scored his first as a Pete to let the teddy bears fly and a 4-1 game.

Just under five minutes later, Gerry DiCunzolo intercepted a pass in their defensive zone and gave it to Adam Levac with a three-on-one rush. Levac opted for the shot and he scored to cut the lead to two. Just under two minutes later, Windsor responded with a Anthony Cristoforo goal for an insurance marker during a four-on-four to make it 5-2.

Peterborough would not go away quietly as less than a minute later, Matthew Perreault scored from a deflected pass that wound up on his stick on the same four-on-four scenario.

Liam Greentree added another tally for Windsor less than a minute later and that was the last score of the game as the Spitfires won 6-3.

The Petes remain at home to face the Brantford Bulldogs this Saturday, for Roger’s Birthday Bash in support of Autism Ontario. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation Announces 2025 Recipients of the Senior Care Micro Grant Program

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The Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation (GPHSF) has announced the winners of its second-annual Senior Care Micro Grant program.

from left to right: Vince Bierworth, Executive Director for Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation, Bailley Taylor, NNADAP worker and Nicole Capalbo, Home & Community Care Manager Curve Lake First Nation. Photo Courtesy of The Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation.

Two grants worth $5,000 were made available to support senior care projects and healthy aging initiatives within the Peterborough area: Curve Lake First Nation’s Home and Community Care and Mental Health Project and One City Peterborough’s Nutritional Support for At-Risk Seniors Project.

“It was a difficult process to narrow down the applications. Our recipients this year address both mental and physical health concerns, as well as nutritional concerns with some of the most vulnerable in our community.” said Vince Bierworth, Executive Director for the Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation. “Our committee, which was made up of healthcare professionals and community members, were very impressed with the quality and variety of projects submitted. After much deliberation, they settled upon two projects that will have both an immediate and lasting impact for seniors and elders in our community.”

In their application, Curve Lake First Nation states that the Home and Community Care and Mental Health Project “is addressing a critical gap in Elder care by providing culturally relevant mental health and wellness supports that are not currently available in our community. There are limited opportunities for Elders to engage in programming that integrates mental, emotional, spiritual and cultural well-being. Elders often face isolation, challenges with life transitions and limited access to traditional knowledge and healing practices. By offering biweekly gatherings that combine cultural teachings, land-based activities, art therapy, addictions awareness and connections to community partners, this project fills an unmet need and ensures our elders are supported in a holistic and culturally safe way.”

“Curve Lake Home and Community Care in partnership with Mental Health Services is sincerely grateful and deeply appreciative to the GPHSF for awarding us the Seniors Care Micro Grant,” said Nicole Capalbo, Home and Community Care Manager at Curve Lake Health Centre. “Our Elders are a vital part of our community, and this funding will be put to great use in enhancing culturally grounded mental health and wellness supports. This investment strengthens our ability to care for our Elders in meaningful ways that honour their dignity, identity and overall well-being.”

In their application, One City Peterborough states that the Nutritional Support for At-Risk Seniors Project supports “Seniors who make up 35 per cent of the individuals accessing drop-in services on a regular basis, many of whom also have complex nutritional needs due to chronic illness, diabetes, exposure related injuries, chronic malnutrition and severe dental decay, among other factors. This project will identify marginalized seniors with high nutritional needs that are not being met and provide interventions to offset their risk of associated health burdens.”

From Left to Right: Michael Vanderherberg, Director of Property Development One City Peterborough, Cheyenne Buck, Trinity Drop-in Coordinator, Brian McCarthy, Finance Coordinator One City Peterborough and Vince Bierworth, Executive Director Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation. Photo Courtesy of The Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation.

“One City Peterborough is very grateful that we will be able to use this grant to do just a little bit more to help those folks who face elevated health risks when they are unable to meet their nutritional needs,” said Danita Gilbert, Nurse Care Coordinator with One City Peterborough. “In addition to direct nutritional interventions, this pilot project will allow us to gather valuable data about the impact of nutrition on health for the most marginalized seniors in our community. We hope that this data can provide a foundation for development of a longer-term, targeted nutrition program.”

The GPHSF Senior Care Micro Grant program will continue to be an annual program, with the next request for applications opening in August 2026. 

Those who wish to make a donation in support of the GPHSF’s Senior Care Fund can do so via phone or by visiting the website.

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Tim Hortons's Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign Raises Nearly $35,000 For Kawartha Food Share

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Kawartha Food Share (KFS) has got more happy faces this holiday season as Tim Hortons and its Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign raised $34,594.54, presented at the former’s facility on Thursday afternoon.

(From left to right) Jasmine Lacsote, Stephane Lacoste, Ashlee Aitken, Greg Blair and Jennifer McCall.Kawartha Food Share is a central collection and distribution warehouse that partners with 37-member agency food banks, food cupboards and other food action programs in the City and County of Peterborough. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The campaign ran from Nov. 17 to 23 at all Tim Hortons locations in Peterborough, Lakefield, Bridgenorth and Curve Lake. Over 43,000 cookies were sold and $69,189.08 was raised, split evenly between Tim’s Foundations Camps and Kawartha Food Share.

“A huge thanks goes out to the countless Tims guests who purchased Holiday Smile Cookies for their generosity,” said Axel Schwan, Tim Hortons president. “With 100 per cent of proceeds from every cookie sold donated to local charities, community groups and Tims Camps, you've helped make a real difference in your community.”

“This donation couldn’t come at a better time as we’re in the thick of the busy holiday season,” explained Ashlee Aitken, KFS general manager. “We will use these funds to purchase much needed food items for our 37 member agencies and ensure that they are all well stocked for the holidays and beyond. Thank you to the many volunteers who helped us decorate cookies and make this campaign such a great success!”

The campaign raised $13 million in total, with proceeds donated to more than 600 charities and organizations nationwide.

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Community Care Peterborough Launches their 2025 Annual Appeal: Because We Care

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Community Care Peterborough (CCP) has launched its 2025 Annual Appeal, “Because We Care,” inviting Peterborough and surrounding areas to support community services that help seniors and adults with disabilities remain independent at home.

The inspiRation behind because we care: Meals on Wheels volunteer Patty Tipton. Photo Courtesy of Community Care Peterborough.

CCP credits Patty Tipton, a long-time Meals on Wheels staff member, as the inspiration behind this year’s campaign. After years of service with Community Care, Tipton volunteered following her retirement, returning to greet callers and visitors at the organization’s Peterborough office.

“Patty’s dedication shows what caring looks like in action,” said Danielle Belair, CCP CEO. “When people give their time or their financial support, they help create stability and independence for thousands of neighbours. This appeal celebrates that spirit of generosity and invites new supporters to join us.”

In the past year, Community Care Peterborough volunteers contributed the equivalent of 48 full-time employees, donating tens of thousands of hours across the organization. Volunteers deliver Meals on Wheels, drive clients to medical appointments, make friendly visits and reassurance calls, support home help and maintenance services and more.

Because We Care celebrate volunteers and community generosity.

During the 2024 to 2025 year, Community Care Peterborough supported more than 6,000 residents throughout the City and County of Peterborough by providing:

  • More than 50,000 Meals on Wheels deliveries

  • 31,000 rides to medical and essential appointments

  • 20,000 friendly visits and reassurance calls

  • 9,000 home help and maintenance visits

“Our volunteers make our work possible, and our donors make it sustainable,” said Chris LeBlanc, Director of Donor and Public Relations. “Every hour and every dollar ensures that seniors and adults living with disabilities receive the care, connection and support they need to remain independent. Community generosity is the reason we can offer these services without barriers.”

Those who wish to support the 2025 Annual Appeal can learn more about the campaign, read Patty’s story and make a donation by visiting their website. Donations can also be made by phone and in person at any Community Care Peterborough office throughout the City and County.

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Trent University Celebrates 2025 Board of Governors Leadership Scholarship Recipient

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Trent University recognized student Lily Walker, recipient of the 2025 Leadership Scholarship at Friday’s Board of Governors meeting.

Cathy Bruce, Trent President (left) and Doug Kirk, Board Chair (middle) congratulate Lily Walker (right), recipient of Board of Governors Leadership Scholarship. Photo courtesy of Trent University.

The London native was accepted to Trent with the University’s top entrance scholarship: full first-year tuition for students entering with an average above 95 per cent. Walker’s leadership and community involvement earned them the Board of Governors Leadership Scholarship, valued at $7,500 each year of their four-year degree.

Before enrolling at Trent, Walker organized clothing and food drives, offered literacy support for children and encouraged youth participation in blood donation campaigns.

They shared that receiving the Board of Governors Leadership Scholarship was the ultimate factor that fundamentally changed their future, making it possible to attend Trent to pursue a degree in Conservation Biology.

“This scholarship meant going to my dream university when my parents, grandparents and everyone before them were unable to attend university at all,” said Walker. “It has left a mark on my family that truly cannot be replicated.”

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Peterborough Man Charged With Theft From Two Incidents On Separate Days

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A 30-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges in connection with two theft incidents theft at local businesses over the past two days.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, officers with the Community F.I.R.S.T Unit were on general patrol in the area of Lansdowne Street and The Parkway when they observed a male walking in the parking lot and that all of the clothes had tags and security tags on them.  

They learned that the same person was wanted in connection with a theft on Tuesday, at a different store.

In total, just over $500 in product was recovered from the two businesses.

The man was arrested and charged with:

  • Theft Under $5,000 X2

  • Failure to comply with a probation Order x4

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime X2

The accused is bound by two probation orders with conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour and remain off the property of one of the businesses.

The accused was held in custody and will appear in court on Thursday.

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