CAN MAIL
CANmail Feb 26/10
In an effort to further enhance communication with our Community Action Networks
and to keep groups better informed of municipal programs and services, the
Community Partnerships staff will be sending out bi-weekly CANmail. CANmail is a
way we can collect and disseminate information.
On The Move (OTM) Workshop
On the Move is a national initiative to increase opportunities for inactive
girls and young women (ages 9-18) to participate in sport and physical activity.
Please note that space is limited to the first 30 registrants. The workshop will
be held on Monday March 8th, 2010 at 6 p.m. in Room C-12 at Tom Davies Square.
Please see attachment for more information on how to register for this free
workshop.
Community Clean Up
Pitch-In Week will be April 19th to 25th and the Clean-Up Blitz will be May 8th.
All CANs are reminded that they need to have an Adoption agreement in place or
at least preregistered for one-time clean-ups. Adoption groups can fulfil their
clean-up obligations on either of those dates or any other time in the Spring.
Please follow attached link for holiday schedule for garbage and recycling. Also
included is information on Resident Tipping Free Holiday Week and dates when the
household hazardous waste depot is open. http://www.greatersudbury.ca/cms/index.cfm?app=home_cgs&lang=en&currid=6945
Green Space Advisory Panel Open House
The City of Greater Sudbury and the Green Space Advisory Committee invite all
residents to attend one of the following sessions to learn about recommendations
for a parks classification system parkland disposal policy and priority lands
for future acquisition.
TM Davies Arena Walden Upstairs - Tuesday, April 13th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Garson Community Centre - Wednesday, April 14th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Lionel Lalonde Centre - Thursday, April 15th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Howard Armstrong Centre (Valley East) - Tuesday, April 20th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30
p.m.
Dowling Leisure Centre - Wednesday, April 21st 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
TDS Committee Room C-11 - Thursday, April 22nd 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Volunteers needed for the Ontario Health Study! 5,024 Ontarians have joined so
far. WILL YOU?
The Ontario Health Study is a 20-year research project being undertaken by
Cancer Care Ontario that began in the Spring of 2009. It is funded by the
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for the purpose of identifying common
factors of chronic diseases among Ontarians - including cancer, stroke,
diabetes, glaucoma and osteoporosis, with a goal of learning more about the
causes of chronic diseases and how to prevent them. There are currently 3 pilot
project assessment centre locations in Ontario - in Mississauga, Owen Sound and
Sudbury. The group is recruiting residents to look at their health status,
family medical histories, work, community and living environment. This
not-for-profit Study is one of several across the country that are following
300,000 Canadians for the next 20 years. Please help get the word out and
encourage as many people as possible to participate in the Study. Who can
participate? You can participate if you are a resident of Ontario between the
ages of 35 and 69. You can also participate even if you don’t consider yourself
to be in good health. Additional information can be found at
www.ontariohealthstudy.ca by going to the ‘Your Visit’ tab and clicking on
‘Information Materials’. Call 1-866-606-0686 to book your appointment.
Skating in the Community
The City of Greater Sudbury would like to remind residents that the Ramsey Lake
Skating Path and Queen's Athletic Skating Oval are open.
The Ramsey Lake Skate Patrol will be on duty Mondays to Fridays from 4:00 p.m.
to 8:00 p.m., Saturdays from noon to 8:00 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 6:00
p.m.
Queen's Athletic Skating Oval is open Monday to Friday: 4:00 p.m. until 10:00
p.m., Saturday and Sunday: Noon until 10:00 p.m. The paths will remain open
until mid-March, weather permitting.
Your Neighbourhood Rinks are also available for skating. For more information,
please call the City of Greater Sudbury at 3-1-1.
2010 Ontario Summer Games Volunteer Registration
Registration is now available online; the 2010 Ontario Summer Games Committee
needs your support for the August 10-13, 2010 event! Fill out the registration
form and someone from Volunteer Sudbury or the Volunteer Chair for the 2010
Ontario Summer Games will contact you shortly.
http://www.2010ontariosummergames.ca/summergames/registration/index.html
Have and Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please contact
Jacinda McLean at jacinda.mclean@greatersudbury.ca or at 674-4455, ext. 2448
CANmail Week of Feb. 12th, 2010
Ramsey Lake Skating Path
The City of Greater Sudbury would like to advise residents that the Ramsey Lake
Skating Path will open on Friday, January 22, 2010. The path is approximately
1.5 km long, extending from the Sudbury Canoe Club at the corner of Elizabeth
Street and McNaughton Terrace to Science North. Heated change facilities are
located at both ends of the path. The Ramsey Lake Skate Patrol will be on duty
Mondays to Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturdays from noon to 8:00 p.m.
and Sundays from noon to 6:00 p.m.
The Ramsey Lake Skating Path will remain open until mid-March, weather
permitting. For more information, please call the City of Greater Sudbury at
3-1-1.
Rainbow ROUTES Association “Sustainable Mobility Plan”
Rainbow Routes Association is looking for your input on walking and cycling in
Greater Sudbury in order to develop a “Sustainable Mobility Plan” for our
community.
This study will assist in fulfilling the City's vision of becoming the most
Pedestrian-Friendly City in Ontario by 2015. The Sustainable Mobility Plan
Online Survey is now available at:
http://www.rainbowroutes.com/. For more information call 674-4455 x
2474 or email rainbowroutes@sudbury.ca
Civic Awards
Do you know someone who should be recognized for the significant contributions
they make to our community? Is there someone in your life who volunteers their
time without hesitation, never seeking acknowledgment or thanks? Help to
celebrate the good works of our city's unsung heroes by nominating an individual
or group for the Greater Sudbury Civic Awards for Volunteerism. Nominations for
a civic award, along with a list of applicable achievements, must be submitted
to the City of Greater Sudbury, Leisure Services Department, 200 Brady Street,
PO Box 5000, Station A, Sudbury ON, P3A 5P3 or fax to (705) 671-8145 or e-mail
to sherri.moroso@greatersudbury.ca
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: February 26, 2010 before 4:30p.m.
The Annual City Clean-up Blitz is scheduled for Saturday, May 8th. Please follow
attached link for holiday schedule for garbage and recycling. Also included is
information on Resident Tipping Free Holiday Week and dates when the household
hazardous waste depot is open.
http://www.greatersudbury.ca/
content/div_wastemanagement/documents/2010_Holiday_Schedule_Chart.pdf
2010 Ontario Summer Games Volunteer Registration
Registration is now available online; the 2010 Ontario Summer Games Committee
needs your support for the August 10-13, 2010 event! Fill out the registration
form and someone from Volunteer Sudbury or the Volunteer Chair for the 2010
Ontario Summer Games will contact you shortly.
http://www.2010ontariosummergames.ca/summergames/registration/index.html
2010 Ontario Winter Games
Also, the 2010 Ontario Winter Games Organizing Committee is also looking for 50
volunteers to assist with their event between March 4-7, 2010. Please visit the
following link for further information:
http://www.2010ontariowintergames.ca/2010volunteers/registration/index.html
Ontario's Volunteer Recognition Programs for 2010
Please see the attachment regarding Ontario's Volunteer Recognition Programs for
2010. Nomination forms and additional information on each program are available
on the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration website at
www.citizenship.gov.on.ca/english/honours
Have and Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please contact
Jacinda McLean at
jacinda.mclean@greatersudbury.ca or at 674-4455, ext. 2448
In an effort to further enhance communication with our Community Action Networks
and to keep groups better informed of municipal programs and services, the
Community Partnerships staff will be sending out bi-weekly CANmail. CANmail is a
way we can collect and disseminate information.
Please be advised a separate e-mail has been sent containing the form for the
2009 CAN Report. The deadline for submission is Monday March 22, 2010.
Ramsey Lake Skating Path
The City of Greater Sudbury would like to advise residents that the Ramsey Lake
Skating Path will open on Friday, January 22, 2010. The path is approximately
1.5 km long, extending from the Sudbury Canoe Club at the corner of Elizabeth
Street and McNaughton Terrace to Science North. Heated change facilities are
located at both ends of the path. The Ramsey Lake Skate Patrol will be on duty
Mondays to Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturdays from noon to 8:00 p.m.
and Sundays from noon to 6:00 p.m.
The Ramsey Lake Skating Path will remain open until mid-March, weather
permitting. For more information, please call the City of Greater Sudbury at
3-1-1.
Skate Exchange
The last skate pick up dates are:
Saturday, Feb. 13 9 am to 4 pm
Sunday, Feb. 14 9 am to 2 pm
Location: Pond Hockey Tournament at Science North. (Skaters Edge Trailer)
Rainbow ROUTES Association “Sustainable Mobility Plan”
Rainbow Routes Association is looking for your input on walking and
cycling in Greater Sudbury in order to develop a “Sustainable Mobility Plan” for
our community.
This study will assist in fulfilling the City's vision of becoming the most
Pedestrian-Friendly City in Ontario by 2015. The Sustainable Mobility Plan
Online Survey is now available at:
http://www.rainbowroutes.com/. For more information call 674-4455 x
2474 or email rainbowroutes@sudbury.ca
OTM Workshop
Please see attached link for further information about the On The Move Workshop.
On the Move is a national initiative to increase opportunities for inactive
girls and young women (ages 9-18) to participate in sport and physical activity.
Please note that space is limited to the first 30 registrants.
Civic Awards
Do you know someone who should be recognized for the significant contributions
they make to our community? Is there someone in your life who volunteers their
time without hesitation, never seeking acknowledgment or thanks? Help to
celebrate the good works of our city's unsung heroes by nominating an individual
or group for the Greater Sudbury Civic Awards for Volunteerism. Nominations for
a civic award, along with a list of applicable achievements, must be submitted
to the City of Greater Sudbury, Leisure Services Department, 200 Brady Street,
PO Box 5000, Station A, Sudbury ON, P3A 5P3 or fax to (705) 671-8145 or e-mail
to sherri.moroso@greatersudbury.ca
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: February 26, 2010 before 4:30p.m.
The Annual City Clean-up Blitz is scheduled for Saturday, May
8th. Please follow attached link for holiday schedule for garbage and
recycling. Also included is information on Resident Tipping Free Holiday Week
and dates when the household hazardous waste depot is open.
http://www.greatersudbury.ca/content/div_wastemanagement/documents/2010_Holiday_Schedule_Chart.pdf
2010 Ontario Summer Games Volunteer Registration
Registration is now available online; the 2010 Ontario Summer Games Committee
needs your support for the August 10-13, 2010 event! Fill out the registration
form and someone from Volunteer Sudbury or the Volunteer Chair for the 2010
Ontario Summer Games will contact you shortly.
http://www.2010ontariosummergames.ca/summergames/registration/index.html
2010 Ontario Winter Games
Also, the 2010 Ontario Winter Games Organizing Committee is also looking
for 50 volunteers to assist with their event between March 4-7, 2010. Please
visit the following link for further information:
http://www.2010ontariowintergames.ca/2010volunteers/registration/index.html
Please see the attachment regarding Ontario's Volunteer Recognition Programs for
2010. Nomination forms and additional information on each program are available
on the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration website at
www.citizenship.gov.on.ca/english/honours
Have and Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please contact
Jacinda McLean at
jacinda.mclean@greatersudbury.ca or at 674-4455, ext. 2448
CANmail
In an effort to further enhance communication
with our Community Action Networks and to keep groups better informed of
municipal programs and services, the Community Partnerships staff will be
sending out bi-weekly CANmail. CANmail is a way we can collect and disseminate
information.
Ramsey Lake Skating Path
The City of Greater Sudbury would like to advise residents that the Ramsey Lake
Skating Path will open on Friday, January 22, 2010. The path is approximately
1.5 km long, extending from the Sudbury Canoe Club at the corner of Elizabeth
Street and McNaughton Terrace to Science North. Heated change facilities are
located at both ends of the path. The Ramsey Lake Skate Patrol will be on duty
Mondays to Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturdays from noon to 8:00 p.m.
and Sundays from noon to 6:00 p.m.
The Ramsey Lake Skating Path will remain open until mid-March, weather
permitting. For more information, please call the City of Greater Sudbury at
3-1-1.
Citizens Are Invited To Sign A Book Of Well Wishes For Local
Athletes
Greater Sudbury Mayor John Rodriguez and Council invite residents to sign a book
of well wishes for local Olympians and Para Olympians who will be competing in
the 2010 Olympic Winter Games next month in Vancouver.
Two books will be available for signing in the main foyer of Tom Davies Square,
beginning Thursday, January 21, 2010 from Monday to Friday during regular
business hours. The books will remain available for signing until Friday,
February 5, 2010, and will then be forwarded on behalf of the City of Greater
Sudbury to the Olympic Villages in Vancouver and Banff for the athletes to view.
Rainbow ROUTES Association “Sustainable Mobility Plan”
Rainbow Routes Association is looking for your input on walking and cycling in
Greater Sudbury in order to develop a “Sustainable Mobility Plan” for our
community. For times and locations of Public Input Sessions please see enclosed
PDF.
Civic Awards
Do you know someone who should be recognized for the significant contributions
they make to our community? Is there someone in your life who volunteers their
time without hesitation, never seeking acknowledgment or thanks? Help to
celebrate the good works of our city's unsung heroes by nominating an individual
or group for the Greater Sudbury Civic Awards for Volunteerism. Nominations for
a civic award, along with a list of applicable achievements, must be submitted
to the City of Greater Sudbury, Leisure Services Department, 200 Brady Street,
PO Box 5000, Station A, Sudbury ON, P3A 5P3 or fax to (705) 671-8145 or e-mail
to sherri.moroso@greatersudbury.ca
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: February 26, 2010 before 4:30p.m.
CITIZENS ON PATROL (COP Program)
Citizens on Patrol is a community-based program whose role is to provide
additional eyes and ears in the community. The Greater Sudbury Police is
accepting applications for volunteers for the Citizen’s on Patrol Program in the
Rayside Balfour area.
Join us on Saturday, February 6th, 2010 at “Your Independent Grocer” in the
Place Bonaventure Mall, Chelmsford from 9 am to 5pm
2010 Ontario Summer Games Volunteer Registration
Registration is now available online; the 2010 Ontario Summer Games Committee
needs your support for the August 10-13, 2010 event! Fill out the registration
form and someone from Volunteer Sudbury or the Volunteer Chair for the 2010
Ontario Summer Games will contact you shortly.
http://www.2010ontariosummergames.ca/summergames/registration/index.html
Also, the 2010 Ontario Winter Games Organizing Committee is also looking for 50
volunteers to assist with their event between March 4-7, 2010. Please visit the
following link for further information:
http://www.2010ontariowintergames.ca/2010volunteers/registration/index.html
Skate Exchange Program
Do you have skates that no longer fit, or aren't being used? If yes, please
donate them at the following locations:
City of Greater Sudbury Community Arenas
Tom Davies Square (Citizen Service Centre)
Centre de santé communautaire du Grand Sudbury
Sudbury & District Health Unit
YMCA Sudbury
The Human League
Also, pick up a pair of skates, free of charge on Saturday, January
23 at the Royal Canadian Legion (2200 Long Lake Road) from 9am to Noon. For more
information, please call 674-4455, ext. 2459.
Ontario's Volunteer Recognition Programs for 2010
Please see the attachment regarding Ontario's Volunteer Recognition Programs for
2010. Nomination forms and additional information on each program are available
on the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration website at
www.citizenship.gov.on.ca/english/honours
Feel Free to Feel Fit!
Are you searching for a fun activity that doesn't cost a bundle? Come together
with your family and friends for free swimming at all City pools!
From September 18, 2009 to February 14, 2010, the
City of Greater Sudbury is offering one free swim per week at each of its pools.
That's right, no cost! Keep the following list on hand, and enjoy free outings
throughout the fall and winter.
Gatchell Pool Saturdays - 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Howard Armstrong Recreation Centre Fridays - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Nickel District Pool Fridays - 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Onaping Falls Pool Saturdays - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
R.G. Dow Pool Sundays - 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Free transportation on Greater Sudbury Transit will be provided to each
participant upon request after each free swim. Children aged 10 and under must
be accompanied by an adult (16 years of age or older) and must remain within
arm's reach of that adult.
For more information about Feel Free to Feel Fit, please call 3-1-1 or your
local pool.
Have and Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please contact
Shelley Lalonde at
shelley.lalonde@greatersudbury.ca or at 674-4455, ext. 2448
Free Skates pdf
Wanted Skates pdf
Dog Playground needed in Sudbury
pdf
Ontario Volunteers recognition program pdf
CANmail
In an effort to further enhance communication with our Community Action Networks
and to keep groups better informed of municipal programs and services, the
Community Partnerships staff will be sending out bi-weekly CANmail. CANmail is a
way we can collect and disseminate information.
2010 Olympic Torch Relay ~ Saturday, January 2nd
Greater Sudbury Olympic Torch Relay Community Celebration Saturday, January 2nd,
2010
• Celebration starts at 9:00 a.m.
• Official welcome by 2010 Olympic Vancouver Organizing Committee (VANOC)
• Performances by Kevin Closs, Stephane Paquette, Patricia Cano, Sampo
Gymnastics, and local youth choirs
• Alex Baumann, two-time Olympic Gold medalist and Community Torchbearer arrives
to light the cauldron at 10:17 a.m.
• Entertainment by Olympic Torch Relay sponsors Coca-Cola and RBC
Other Activities:
• Free YMCA Sudbury access from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Fund-raising pancake breakfast - proceeds to SportLink Greater Sudbury Sport
Council & 2010 Ontario Summer Games (8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.)
• Displays and memorabilia representing Greater Sudbury proud history of
sporting excellence (Tom Davies Square)
• Interactive displays and activities sponsored by Coca-Cola and RBC (Tom Davies
Square Courtyard)
• Face Painting & Other family fun (Tom Davies Square Courtyard & Memorial Park)
Visit
www.greatersudbury.ca/torchrelay or
www.grandsudbury.ca/relais
for updates!
Minnow Lake CAN Proposes Dog "Off Leash" Park
Minnow Lake CAN has proposed a dog "off leash" park and kids sand mountain park
for the former gravel pit property between the big box stores and the civic
cemetery, land unsuitable for other development on Second Avenue. These would be
facilities of value to everyone in the city, especially as being close to the
big box shopping area where many people visit from throughout the city. If you
would like to help with this project for a more “liveable” city for dogs and
people please send an e-mail to info.minnowlake@gmail.com or call John Lindsay,
Minnow Lake CAN Chair at 525-7526. They have also provided two pdf attachments
showing and promoting the development.
2010 Ontario Summer Games Volunteer Registration
Registration is now available online; the 2010 Ontario Summer Games Committee
needs your support for the August 10-13, 2010 event! Fill out the registration
form and someone from Volunteer Sudbury or the Volunteer Chair for the 2010
Ontario Summer Games will contact you shortly.
http://www.2010ontariosummergames.ca/summergames/registration/index.html
Also, the 2010 Ontario Winter Games Organizing Committee is also looking for 50
volunteers to assist with their event between March 4-7, 2010. Please visit the
following link for further information:
http://www.2010ontariowintergames.ca/2010volunteers/registration/index.html
Skate Exchange Program
Do you have skates that no longer fit, or aren't being used? If yes, please
donate them at the following locations:
City of Greater Sudbury Community Arenas
Tom Davies Square (Citizen Service Centre)
Centre de santé communautaire du Grand Sudbury
Sudbury & District Health Unit
YMCA Sudbury
The Human League
Also, pick up a pair of skates, free of charge on Saturday, December 12th at
Centre de santé communautaire du Grand Sudbury, 19 Frood Rd. from 9am to Noon.
For more information, please call 674-4455, ext. 2459.
Ontario's Volunteer Recognition Programs for 2010
Please see the attachment regarding Ontario's Volunteer Recognition Programs for
2010. Nomination forms and additional information on each program are available
on the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration website at
www.citizenship.gov.on.ca/english/honours
Meet the Mayor
Mayor John Rodriguez will be in Garson and Falconbridge on Wednesday, December
16, 2009. Join him at the Falconbridge Recreational and Wellness Centre, 63
Edison Road, Falconbridge from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
Feel Free to Feel Fit!
Are you searching for a fun activity that doesn't cost a bundle? Come together
with your family and friends for free swimming at all City pools!
From September 18, 2009 to February 14, 2010, the City of Greater Sudbury is
offering one free swim per week at each of its pools. That's right, no cost!
Keep the following list on hand, and enjoy free outings
throughout the fall and winter.
Gatchell Pool Saturdays - 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Howard Armstrong Recreation Centre Fridays - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Nickel District Pool Fridays - 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Onaping Falls Pool Saturdays - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
R.G. Dow Pool Sundays - 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Free transportation on Greater Sudbury Transit will be provided to each
participant upon request after each free swim. Children aged 10 and under must
be accompanied by an adult (16 years of age or older) and must remain within
arm's reach of that adult.
Please Note: All pools will be closed on the following holidays: Christmas Day,
Boxing Day and New Year's Day. For more information about Feel Free to Feel Fit,
please call 3-1-1 or your local pool.
Have and Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please contact
Stacie Reinhardt at
stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or at 674-4455, ext. 2448
CAN mail, Oct. 28,2009
Thinking Outside Sudbury - Exploring a Global Perspective, November 10th
Imagine Sudbury is thrilled to announce that they have attracted the attention
of one of the world's leading visionaries, innovators and creative thinkers. You
are invited to hear Bruce Mau, speak on innovation, creativity and design on
November 10 from 7-9pm at Cambrian College. To reserve seats, please RSVP to
Angela Gilmore by November 4th by calling 670-0963 or imaginesudbury@gmail.com .
There are only 400 seats available and they are going fast! Webcast available at
http://edome.cambriancollege.ca/webcast/ .
CAN Summit III - Save the Date - Thursday, November 19th @ Lionel E. Lalonde
Centre
The plans for the next edition of the CAN Summit to be held Thursday, November
19th, at the Lionel E. Lalonde Centre in Azilda have been finalized. We are
pleased to let you know keynote speaker GSPS Inspector Bob Keetch will be
speaking on behalf on Police Chief Frank Elsner. Other presentations will
include Volunteer Sudbury, 2010 Ontario Summer Games and the Healthy Community
Economic Pillar. Each CAN has the opportunity to send 3 members. Please RSVP to
Stacie Reinhardt at
stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca by November 9th. A full agenda will
be circulated in the near future.
Residents Invited to Apply for Home Repair Funding
Residents who are in need of money to complete major home repairs are invited to
contact the City of Greater Sudbury to apply for the Canada-Ontario Affordable
Housing Program Extension (2009), Northern Home Repair Program Phase II. The
Program provides up to $10,000 in forgivable mortgage loan assistance to low-
and moderate-income households to assist with eligible major home repairs.
Applications will be accepted until December 11, 2009 on a first-come,
first-served basis. To qualify for this program you must meet the following
requirements:
• Be 18 years of age and a Canadian Citizen or Landed Immigrant
• Be a homeowner in the City of Greater Sudbury
• The home you renovate must be your principle residence
• Have a maximum household income of $67,600
• Your home must be valued at no more than $184,275
• Work cannot have started prior to receiving funding approval
For more information or to obtain application forms, please visit
www.greatersudbury.ca/housing
, call 3-1-1, or stop by any City of Greater Sudbury Citizen Service Centre.
Feel Free to Feel Fit Program - City of Greater Sudbury offers Free Swimming at
Pools
Feel Free to Feel Fit Program - City of Greater Sudbury offers free swimming at
pools
Dubbed the “Feel Free to Feel Fit” program, the City of Greater Sudbury is
offering one weekly free swim at each of its pools between September 18, 2009
and February 14, 2010. There is no charge for admission to the swim, and free
transportation on Greater Sudbury Transit will also be provided to participants
upon request. This program has been developed in conjunction with the local
Healthy Community initiative and Greater Sudbury City Council in order to
provide affordable opportunities for residents to enjoy physical activity. The
free swim times are as follows:
*Gatchell Pool Saturdays, 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
*Howard Armstrong Recreation Centre Fridays, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
*Nickel District Pool Fridays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
*Onaping Falls Pool Saturdays, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
*R.G. Dow Pool Sundays, 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Please Note:
All pools will be closed on the following holidays: Christmas Day, Boxing Day
and New Year’s Day. Children aged 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult
(16 years of age or older) and must remain within arm’s reach of that adult.
Children must complete a swim test to ensure they are able to swim in the deep
end. For more information about Feel Free to Feel Fit, please call 3-1-1 or your
local pool.
CANmail
In an effort to further enhance communication with our Community Action
Networks and to keep groups better informed of municipal programs and
services, the Community Partnerships staff will be sending out bi-weekly
CANmail. As the entire community grows more aware of CANs and their
efforts, our office also receives a number of requests to send Community
Action Network information. CANmail is a way we can collect and
disseminate this information.
Ward 12 Flour Mill CAN
Will be hosting a presentation on Waste Water / Water Drainage by Nick
Benkovich (Director of Water/Wastewater Service for the City of Greater
Sudbury) on Tuesday, October 6 at O'Connor Park (140 St. George Street)
starting at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome.
Atelier-Les égouts et drainage 101
Le R.A.C. du Moulin à fleur ,Quartier 12
Vous invite à une causerie avec Nick Benkovich (directeur )et son
personnel du département des services d"eau et eaux usées et
drainage.Celle-ci aura lieu mardi,le 6 octobre au parc O'Connor à
19:00hr.-140 rue St. George. Soyez des nôtres.
Health Care Connections Fair
On October 15, 2009, the North East Community Care Access Centre will
be hosting its second annual 310 CCAC Health Care Connections -
Connecting you with Care event in the Rainbow Centre.
The objective of this information fair is to showcase the health and
community services available to the Sudbury community as well as to
highlight the collaboration between the North East CCAC and our
partners. The North East CCAC recognizes that partnerships and
collaborations are vital to a healthy community.
In conjunction with this Health Fair, the North East CCAC will be
holding a press conference at 12:30pm. We would like to invite you to
attend this press conference and stay for lunch with us.
We look forward to seeing you on October 15th. Please RSVP to Lynne
Dupuis at 522-3461 ext. 4516.
Community Adjustment Committee (CAC),
You would have received an email / invitation from the CAC to
participate in a focus group dedicated to exploring economic growth and
diversification opportunities for the City of Greater Sudbury. The
consultation is schedule for Friday, October 29th, 12:00pm - 2:00pm in
room C-10, Tom Davies Square. Lunch will be served at 11:45 am. If you
or a representative from your CAN are able to confirm your attendance,
please RSVP Scott Rennie, Community Adjustment Coordinator at
scott.rennie@sudbury.ca or simply reply to this email. Space is
limited and we would like to confirm your attendance by Friday, October
16th.
CAN Summit III - Save the Date - Thursday, November 19th @ Lionel E.
Lalonde Centre
Plans are almost finalized for the next edition of the CAN Summit to be
held Thursday, November 19th, at the Lionel E. Lalonde Centre in Azilda.
Stay tuned for future updates regarding presentation topics and key
note speaker.
Free Computers for CAN's
Pentium 3 computers to donate to interested CAN groups. If interested,
please contact Scott Sagle from the Onaping FAlls CAN at
onapingfallscan@gmail.com
The minimum system specs are as follows:
866 MHz, 512 MB of RAM, 8 GB Hard Drive, 2 usb ports, 17" monitor,
keyboard, mouse and cables.
Have an Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please
contact Stacie Reinhardt at
stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or at
674-4455 ext. 2448.
Health Info Fair.pdf
Fr Health Info Fair.pdf
CANmail
In an effort to further enhance communication with our Community
Action
Networks and to keep groups better informed of municipal programs and
services, the Community Partnerships staff will be sending out
bi-weekly
CANmail. As the entire community grows more aware of CANs and their
efforts, our office also receives a number of requests to send
Community
Action Network information. CANmail is a way we can collect and
disseminate this information.
CAN Summit III - Save the Date - Thursday, November 19th @ Lionel E.
Lalonde Centre
Plans are almost finalized for the next edition of the CAN Summit to
be
held Thursday, November 19th, at the Lionel E. Lalonde Centre in
Azilda.
Stay tuned for future updates regarding presentation topics and key
note speaker.
Employment Opportunity Notice EO09-438 to EO09-450 (Lead Service &
Program Staff for Teen Centres)
The City of Greater Sudbury, Community Development Department, Leisure
Services Division, Community Partnerships Section is looking for
energetic and dedicated individuals to fill the role of Lead, Service
&
Program Staff at Youth Centres throughout Greater Sudbury.
The following Employment Opportunity has been posted on the CGS
website. Interested individuals must apply directly to the Human
Resources Division no later than Wednesday, September 9th at 4:30 p.m.
Please ensure to quote Employment Opportunity EO09-438 to EO09-450.
Please visit the following link:
http://www.greatersudbury.ca/cms/index.cfm?app=div_humanresources&lang=en&currID=9160
Ward 7 CAN's to present at Policy Committee
On September 16th a representative from each of the Ward 7 CANs
(Capreol and Garson/Falconbridge) will be making a presentation to the
Policy Committee. (formerly called Priorities Committee) The meeting
will be held at Tom Davies Square in Council Chambers starting at 6
p.m. CAN members and the general public are invited to attend.
Clean Air Sudbury's Fuel Efficient Driving Program
Interested in saving gas money and doing your part to improve local
air
quality? Participate in Clean Air Sudbury’s Fuel Efficient Driving
program. A series of free community workshops and business “Lunch
and
Learns” will be conducted in October and November throughout Greater
Sudbury. Workshop participants who track their fuel consumption before
and after the workshop will be provided with free tools, such as
digital
tire gauges and fuel consumption gauges, to assist with their efforts.
A
representative from Clean Air Sudbury would like to visit each of the
CAN committees in September to provide further information about the
program and to recruit participants. For further information, please
contact Laura Mucklow at 693-2657 or lmucklow@mirarco.org or visit our
website at: www.cleanairsudbury.ca and click on “Fuel Efficient
Driving “.
Free Computers for CAN's
Pentium 3 computers to donate to interested CAN groups. If
interested,
please contact Scott Sagle from the Onaping FAlls CAN at
onapingfallscan@gmail.com The minimum system specs are as follows:
866 MHz, 512 MB of RAM, 8 GB Hard Drive, 2 usb ports, 17" monitor,
keyboard, mouse and cables.
Residents and business owners invited to participate in “Doors Open
Sudbury”
As part of “Doors Open Ontario”, The City of Greater Sudbury will
be hosting “Doors Open Sudbury” on October 3, 2009. Residents are
invited to participate by opening their historic homes or businesses
to
the public or volunteering at one of the locations. Doors Open
Ontario
is a province-wide celebration of community heritage. Designed to
provide access, create awareness and build excitement about our
heritage, Doors Open Ontario provides residents and visitors with a
unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden and always
interesting places and spaces in Ontario cities, towns and villages.
Residents who are interested in participating in Doors Open Sudbury
are
asked to contact Kris Longston by telephone at 674-4455, ext. 4353, or
by e-mail at kris.longston@greatersudbury.ca .
Parkside Seniors' Information Line - 673-3636
Do you or someone you know require information on accessing senior
services in Greater Sudbury? Community Care Access Centre and
ParkSide
Seniors Information Line have partnered to provide better access to
Seniors who are looking for information on various senior services.
The
information line is a valuable resource to your neighbourhood, please
add it to your newsletter, your CAN website, etc.
Have an Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail?
Please
contact Stacie Reinhardt at stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or at
674-4455 ext. 2448.
Clean Air Sudbury 2009(pdf)
connecting you with care(pdf)
CAN Summit III - Save the Date - Thursday, November 19th @ Lionel E.
Lalonde Centre
Plans are almost finalized for the next edition of the CAN Summit to be
held Thursday, November 19th, at the Lionel E. Lalonde Centre in Azilda.
Stay tuned for future updates regarding presentation topics and key
note speaker.
Employment Opportunity Notice EO09-438 to EO09-450 (Lead Service &
Program Staff for Teen Centres)
The City of Greater Sudbury, Community Development Department, Leisure
Services Division, Community Partnerships Section is looking for
energetic and dedicated individuals to fill the role of Lead, Service &
Program Staff at Youth Centres throughout Greater Sudbury.
The following Employment Opportunity has been posted on the CGS
website. Interested individuals must apply directly to the Human
Resources Division no later than Wednesday, September 9th at 4:30 p.m.
Please ensure to quote Employment Opportunity EO09-438 to EO09-450.
Please visit the following link:
http://www.greatersudbury.ca/cms/index.cfm?app=div_humanresources&lang=en&currID=9160
Ward 7 CAN's to present at Policy Committee
On September 16th a representative from each of the Ward 7 CANs
(Capreol and Garson/Falconbridge) will be making a presentation to the
Policy Committee. (formerly called Priorities Committee) The meeting
will be held at Tom Davies Square in Council Chambers starting at 6
p.m. CAN members and the general public are invited to attend.
Clean Air Sudbury's Fuel Efficient Driving Program
Interested in saving gas money and doing your part to improve local air
quality? Participate in Clean Air Sudbury’s Fuel Efficient Driving
program. A series of free community workshops and business “Lunch and
Learns” will be conducted in October and November throughout Greater
Sudbury. Workshop participants who track their fuel consumption before
and after the workshop will be provided with free tools, such as digital
tire gauges and fuel consumption gauges, to assist with their efforts. A
representative from Clean Air Sudbury would like to visit each of the
CAN committees in September to provide further information about the
program and to recruit participants. For further information, please
contact Laura Mucklow at 693-2657 or
lmucklow@mirarco.org or visit our
website at: www.cleanairsudbury.ca
and click on “Fuel Efficient
Driving “.
Free Computers for CAN's
Pentium 3 computers to donate to interested CAN groups. If interested,
please contact Scott Sagle from the Onaping FAlls CAN at
onapingfallscan@gmail.com
The minimum system specs are as follows:
866 MHz, 512 MB of RAM, 8 GB Hard Drive, 2 usb ports, 17" monitor,
keyboard, mouse and cables.
Residents and business owners invited to participate in “Doors
Open
Sudbury”
As part of “Doors Open Ontario”, The City of Greater Sudbury will
be hosting “Doors Open Sudbury” on October 3, 2009. Residents are
invited to participate by opening their historic homes or businesses to
the public or volunteering at one of the locations. Doors Open Ontario
is a province-wide celebration of community heritage. Designed to
provide access, create awareness and build excitement about our
heritage, Doors Open Ontario provides residents and visitors with a
unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden and always
interesting places and spaces in Ontario cities, towns and villages.
Residents who are interested in participating in Doors Open Sudbury are
asked to contact Kris Longston by telephone at 674-4455, ext. 4353, or
by e-mail at
kris.longston@greatersudbury.ca .
Parkside Seniors' Information Line - 673-3636
Do you or someone you know require information on accessing senior
services in Greater Sudbury? Community Care Access Centre and ParkSide
Seniors Information Line have partnered to provide better access to
Seniors who are looking for information on various senior services. The
information line is a valuable resource to your neighbourhood, please
add it to your newsletter, your CAN website, etc.
Have an Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please
contact Stacie Reinhardt at
stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or at
674-4455 ext. 2448.
NEW Playground Stencil Program
Are you interested in helping children in your care become more active?
If so, contact the Sudbury District Health Unit to borrow - free of
charge - its NEW playground stencils. For more information, see
attached flyer or phone the SDHU at 705-522-9200, ext. 257.
Special Guests appearing at City of Greater Sudbury Libraries
Please see attached newsletter advertising the special guests who will
be appearing at our libraries this summer. Please distribute to those
who may be interested in bringing children to the library.
New Harmonized Noise By-law
The City of Greater Sudbury is seeking comments to assist in the
preparation of a new harmonized Noise By-law. This by-law will replace
the numerous noise by-laws now in place across the City with a new
uniform and up-to-date by-law to cover the entire City. The Noise
By-law Ad Hoc Committee will hold a public meeting on Thursday, August
6, 2009 at 7 p.m. in Committee Room C-11, Tom Davies Square, 200 Brady
Street, Sudbury.
Written submissions are also invited and should be submitted to the
City Clerk, City of Greater Sudbury, P. O. Box 5000, Station A, Sudbury,
ON P3A 5P3 or faxed to 671-8118 attention City Clerk or e-mailed to
lisa.oldridge@greatersudbury.ca.
Written comments should be
submitted no later than Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 4:30 p.m. For
further information please contact the City Clerk's Office at 674-4455,
extension 2010. All interested parties are encouraged to attend and
make oral submissions at the public meeting.
Residents and business owners invited to participate in “Doors
Open
Sudbury”
As part of “Doors Open Ontario”, The City of Greater Sudbury will
be hosting “Doors Open Sudbury” on October 3, 2009. Residents are
invited to participate by opening their historic homes or businesses to
the public or volunteering at one of the locations. Doors Open Ontario
is a province-wide celebration of community heritage. Designed to
provide access, create awareness and build excitement about our
heritage, Doors Open Ontario provides residents and visitors with a
unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden and always
interesting places and spaces in Ontario cities, towns and villages.
Residents who are interested in participating in Doors Open Sudbury are
asked to contact Kris Longston by telephone at 674-4455, ext. 4353, or
by e-mail at
kris.longston@greatersudbury.ca .
Parkside Seniors' Information Line - 673-3636
Do you or someone you know require information on accessing senior
services in Greater Sudbury? Community Care Access Centre and ParkSide
Seniors Information Line have partnered to provide better access to
Seniors who are looking for information on various senior services. The
information line is a valuable resource to your neighbourhood, please
add it to your newsletter, your CAN website, etc.
Have an Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please
contact Stacie Reinhardt at
stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or at
674-4455 ext. 2448.
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In an effort to further enhance communication with our Community Action
Networks and to keep groups better informed of municipal programs and
services, the Community Partnerships staff will be sending out bi-weekly
CANmail.
As the entire community grows more aware of CANs
and their efforts, our office also receives a number of requests to send
Community Action Network information. CANmail is a way we can collect
and disseminate this information.
>Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship<
Nominate someone who, through exceptional, long-term efforts, has made
outstanding contributions to life in their communities. Nomination forms
and further information is attached!
Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship 2009.pdf
Are you interested in helping children in your care become more active?
If so, contact the Sudbury District Health Unit to borrow - free of
charge - its NEW playground stencils. For more information, see
attached flyer or phone the SDHU at 705-522-9200, ext. 257.
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PlaygroundStencils_Postcard.pdf
Special Guests appearing at City of Greater Sudbury Libraries
Please see attached newsletter advertising the special guests who will
be appearing at our libraries this summer. Please distribute to those
who may be interested in bringing children to the library.
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Invitation to the 1st Green Stairs and 1st Junction Creek Wild Rose
Plantb
Please see attached invitations for the 1st Green Stairs Wild Rose
Plant-In and 1st Junction Creek Wild Rose Plant-In with Councillors
Landry-Altmann and Cimino.ref="Wild%20Rose%20Plant.pdf">
Wild Rose Plant (PDF)
Seniors Workshop - June 19th<<
On June 19, from 12:00pm - 3:30 pm, Professor Robert Solomon will be
presenting a workshop for seniors on consent, capacity and substitute
consent to treatment, care and property management. Register with Jose
by calling 525-0077. Workshop is free and includes lunch.
Area Residents Are Encouraged To Apply To Become a
Torchbearer
The 2010 Olympic Torch Relay will begin its 45,000 kilometre, 106-day
journey on October 30, 2009. If you dream of carrying the torch or being
a part of this incredible three-month event, you can apply to be a
torchbearer through RBC or Coca-Cola’s public selection programs. The
Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay needs 12,000 torchbearers to carry
the Olympic Flame through Canada
The Olympic Torch will be coming to Greater Sudbury on January 2nd,
2010. Our community has been selected as a Celebration Community and
plans are currently underway to ensure that we recognize this
extraordinary event. To learn more about the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay>
and how to apply to become a torchbearer, please visit
http://www.vancouver2010.com/torchrelay" >
www.vancouver2010.com/torchrelay&
"4">Parkside Seniors' Information Line - 673-3636
Do you or someone you know require information on accessing senior
services in Greater Sudbury? Community Care Access Centre and ParkSide
Seniors Information Line have partnered to provide better access to
Seniors who are looking for information on various senior services. The
information line is a valuable resource to your neighbourhood, please
add it to your newsletter, your CAN website,
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Have an Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please
contact Stacie Reinhardt at stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or at
674-4455 ext. 2448.<
In an effort to further enhance communication with our Community Action
Networks and to keep groups better informed of municipal programs and
services, the Community Partnerships staff will be sending out bi-weekly
CANmail. As the entire community grows more aware of CANs and their
efforts, our office also receives a number of requests to send Community
Action Network information. CANmail is a way we can collect and
disseminate this information.
CAN Summit II - Save the Date - Thursday, May 21st @ HARC @
5:30pm
Plans are almost finalized for the next edition of the CAN Summit to be
held Thursday, May 21st, at the Howard Armstrong Recreation Centre
located at 4040 Elmview Drive in Hanmer. Topic presentations will
include Walkable Communities, Parkside Seniors Information Line and
information regarding CAN Risk Management. There will also be a
dedicated time for CAN's to network with one another. A full agenda to
follow next week.
We are asking to kindly have 3 members of each CAN confirm their
attendance no later than May 14th by email with
Stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or by calling 674-4455 ext
2448.
National Youth Week - May 1st to May 7th
Residents are encouraged to participate in activities that will be
held
in recognition of National Youth Week, May 1 - 7. Endorsed by the
Canadian Parks and Recreation Association and a network of agencies and
individuals committed to the positive development of youth, National
Youth Week provides an opportunity to celebrate youth and their
participation within their community.
Greater Sudbury Youth Centres have organized activities during the
week, including:
Official Launch & Proclamation of National Youth Week
Young Community Leaders Project
Friday, May 1, 2009
2:00 p.m.
YMCA Youth Employment Services Office, 10 Elm Street, Sudbury
Iron Chef Capreol
Capreol Youth Centre
Monday, May 4, 2009
7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Capreol Millennium Centre, 24 Meehan Street, Capreol
Guitar Hero Tournament
Valley East Youth Centre
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
4333 Centennial Drive, Hanmer
Community Volunteering Day
Walden Youth for Youth Centre
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Lively Citizen Service Centre, 15 Kin Drive, Lively
Youth Drop In Activities
Rayside Balfour Youth Action Network
May 4 to 6, 2009
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
214 Cote Street, Chelmsford
Sudbury Action Centre for Youth Ball Hockey Challenge
Garson Community Centre/Arena
Wednesday May 6, 2009
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
100 Church Street, Garson
Additionally, members of the Young Community Leaders Project have
coordinated a series of youth related activities throughout the week.
The event calendar is attached for your information.
Area Residents Are Encouraged To Apply To Become a Torchbearer
The 2010 Olympic Torch Relay will begin its 45,000 kilometre, 106-day
journey on October 30, 2009. If you dream of carrying the torch or being
a part of this incredible three-month event, you can apply to be a
torchbearer through RBC or Coca-Cola’s public selection programs. The
Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay needs 12,000 torchbearers to carry
the Olympic Flame through Canada.
The Olympic Torch will be coming to Greater Sudbury on January 2nd,
2010. Our community has been selected as a Celebration Community and
plans are currently underway to ensure that we recognize this
extraordinary event. To learn more about the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay
and how to apply to become a torchbearer, please visit
www.vancouver2010.com/torchrelay
Parkside Seniors' Information Line - 673-3636
Do you or someone you know require information on accessing senior
services in Greater Sudbury? The Parkside Senior's Information Line may
be a valuable resource to your group and you may want to consider
including on your CAN website, newsletter, etc. More information can
be found athttp://www.oacsudbury.ca/Files/seniorsline.htm">
www.oacsudbury.ca/Files/seniorsline.htm.
residents Invited To Participate in Jane's Walk - May 2nd, 2009
Greater Sudbury residents are invited to participate in one of three
Jane's Walks on Saturday, May 2. Jane's Walk celebrates the legacy of
urbanist Jane Jacobs and her belief that walkable, diverse and mixed use
neighborhoods are the hallmark of a healthy city and citizenry.
The Municipal Heritage Committee will be hosting a Jane's Walk in
Downtown Sudbury. This walk will explore the collective history,
architecture, planning and personalities of the downtown area. This
guided walking tour will be led by Oryst Sawchuk, Chair of the City of
Greater Sudbury Municipal Heritage Committee. The walk begins at 10:00
a.m. and runs approximately two hours. Participants are asked to meet at
Market Square, 79 Elgin Street.
A Jane's Walk focusing on the Flour Mill area will be led by Jeannine
>Larcher-Lalonde on behalf of the Flour Mill Community Action
Network.
This walk will commence at 1:00 p.m. Participants are asked to meet at
College Sacré-Coeur to start the walk, which will head North on
Notre-Dame Avenue to the Musée in the Flour Mill.
Rainbow Routes is hosting a Jane's Walk/Hike as part of their Spring
Hiking Series through the Blueberry Hill and Oak Forest Trails. This
hike will be led by Mr. Stanley Koren and commences at 10:00 a.m. for
approximately two hours. Participants are asked to meet in the
Carmichael Arena parking lot at 1298 Bancroft Drive.
Citizens Invited To Register For Citywide Cleanup Blitz
Citizens are invited to join the City of Greater Sudbury and local Tim
Hortons store owners for the annual Citywide Cleanup Blitz on
Saturday,
May 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Citizens must pre-register for the
two hour blitz to clean up litter on public properties to help keep
Greater Sudbury clean and green. Registration forms are available at all
Citizen Service Centres or by calling 3-1-1.
The City of Greater Sudbury will provide Cleanup Blitz volunteers
with
garbage bags, gloves and safety vests and a souvenir t-shirt, courtesy
of local Tim Hortons store owners, while quantities last.
Have an Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please
contact Stacie Reinhardt at
stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or at
674-4455 ext. 2448
Networks and to keep groups better informed of municipal programs and
services, the Community Partnerships staff will be sending out bi-weekly
CANmail. As the entire community grows more aware of CANs and their
efforts, our office also receives a number of requests to send Community
Action Network information. CANmail is a way we can collect and
disseminate this information.
Young Community Leaders Project Public Forum - March 14th, 2009
Greater Sudbury youth ages 15 to 30 are invited to the Young Community
Leaders Project Public Forum on March 14th, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00
p.m. There will be guest speakers discussing issues regarding youth and
there will be opportunities to voice their opinion and share ideas.
Additional information attached.
City of Greater Sudbury Bicycle Advisory Panel - Invitation to Sit on
Sub-Committees
The Bicycle Advisory Panel, we would like to extend an invitation to
CAN members to get involved with the group's efforts to make Greater
Sudbury a more cycling friendly community.
The Bicycle Advisory Panel has been established in order to assist
Council and staff in implementing a vision for a safe and attractive
bicycle transit system that links communities across the City of Greater
Sudbury through a network of recreational and utilitarian trails
designed to promote alternative non-motorized modes of transport.
To realize this vision, the Bicycle Advisory Panel has established the
following sub-committees:
Infrastructure
- identify bike parking and support facility needs
- develop standards for bike racks
- conduct an inventory of existing bike racks and locations
- work with Greater Sudbury Transit on the ‘rack and roll’ (racks
on buses) program
- develop a bike exchange / bike share program
Education & Skill Development
- education regarding how to use bike lanes
- CAN bike programs (Canadian Cycling Association)
- conduct clinics for bike care
- target schools for cycling education
- courses for new adult riders
Marketing
- development of a Share the Road Campaign
- hosting of public events such as the Ramsey Lake Cycle Tour
- promote as alternative mode of transportation
To get involved or for more information about the City of Greater
Sudbury Bicycle Advisory Panel please visit
www.mysudbury.ca/BAP or
contact Jeff Pafford at
jeff.pafford@greatersudbury.ca or 674-4455
extension 2456.
Meals on Wheels - Rural Research Project
Meals on Wheels Sudbury has hired Kelly McGrath to conduct a research
study of local rural communities. Funding has been secured to evaluate
the use of informal support services within the rural areas of Greater
Sudbury, and to create integration opportunities between organized
support services offered by groups such as Meals on Wheels, the Canadian
Red Cross and Victorian Order of Nurses and other existing networks.
Kelly would like to connect with any CAN that represents a rural part of
the City. Plans are underway to co-ordinate a community fair to bring
the public together with groups that offer support services. Kelly has
sent out an initial survey to the CANs, and would like to make contact
with the CANs that represent rural areas of the City. If you have not
received a package in the mail from Kelly, or if you have any questions
or comments regarding the project, please contact her at Meals on Wheels
- 525-4554 (work), 207- 1971 (cell),
kmcgrath@sudburymeals.org.
Parents invited to an evening with Dr. Marla Shapiro
Parents and children ages 8 and 9 are invited to attend an evening with
Dr. Marla Shapiro on Wednesday, April 1, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at
Lockerby Composite School, 1391 Ramsey View Court. Parents will attend a
presentation that focuses on the risks of childhood obesity,
particularly for Type II Diabetes. Children will participate in
activities to learn about healthy food choices and the benefits of
physical activity. This event is hosted by the Northern Ontario School
of Medicine (NOSM), in partnership with the Canadian Diabetes
Association in Thunder Bay and Sudbury, the Thunder Bay District Health
Unit, Sudbury & District Health Unit, and the Sudbury Regional Hospital.
Registration deadline is Wednesday, March 25. Space is limited. Register
at www.nosm.ca or contact Denis
Adams at 662-7256, denis.adams@normed.ca
Mayor to Visit Greater Sudbury Communities
Mayor John Rodriguez will make a series of visits to each of Greater
Sudbury’s communities. Mayor Rodriguez will spend a full day in each
community, visiting local businesses, touring municipal facilities and
speaking with local residents. Citizens who have suggestions as to where
the Mayor should visit in their community or who wish to meet the Mayor
during his visit are asked to contact the Office of the Mayor at
674-4455, ext. 2514,
mayor@greatersudbury.ca
Parkside Seniors' Information Line - 673-3636
Do you or someone you know require information on accessing senior
services in Greater Sudbury? The Parkside Senior's Information Line may
be a valuable resource to your group and you may want to consider
including on your CAN website, newsletter, etc. More information can
be found at
www.oacsudbury.ca/Files/seniorsline.htm.
Wanted Used Skates for Great Skate Exchange
Organizers of the Great Skate Exchange are looking for used skates to
be distributed to local youth, children, families, and agencies. Skates
can be dropped off at any City of Greater Sudbury Community Arena, Tom
Davies Square (Citizen Service Centre), Centre de Santé communitaire de
Sudbury, the Sudbury & District Health Unit, YMCA Sudbury and the Human
League. For more information please call 522-9200 ext. 223.
Have an Idea? Suggestions?
Have information or suggestions for the next edition of CANmail? Please
contact Stacie Reinhardt at
stacie.reinhardt@greatersudbury.ca or at
674-4455 ext. 2448.
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