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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 4, 2008


DOW POOL TO CLOSE TEMPORARILY

The City of Greater Sudbury would like to inform residents that the Dow Pool will be closed Wednesday, November 5 due to repairs to a water main. The pool is expected to reopen for regular swimming programs late Wednesday afternoon or Thursday morning. Residents are asked to call the pool at 682-0098 to confirm the opening time. For information about other City of Greater Sudbury pools, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca.

Residents of Copper Cliff may notice discoloured water and/or low water pressure during the repair. Prolonged water disruptions should be reported to the City of Greater Sudbury by dialing 3-1-1.

The City of Greater Sudbury apologizes for the inconvenience.


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Media Contact:

Lori Henri, Recreation Coordinator
City of Greater Sudbury, 674-4455 ext. 2451
 

For Immediate Release Tuesday, November 4, 2008.



MUNICIPAL SERVICE SCHEDULE FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11

Tom Davies Square, Citizen Service Centres and the Greater Sudbury Public Library will close for Remembrance Day.

Residential garbage and recycling collection will proceed as normally scheduled on Tuesday, November 11. Municipal landfills and the recycling centre will also remain open for business.

Greater Sudbury Transit will provide free public transit to the Remembrance Day ceremony at the Sudbury Arena, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Riders are asked to tell the driver they are attending the ceremony. Please call 675-3333 for routes and times.

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Media Contact:

Eliza Bennett, Manager,
Corporate Communications and French Language Services,
674-4455, ext. 4507

 

74 MacKenzie Street

Sudbury, Ontario P3C 4X8

Phone 705-673-1155

Fax 705-673-6145


Public Service Announcement


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 18, 2008


the Greater Sudbury public Library PRESENTS:

New at your Greater Sudbury Public Library: Book Club in a Bag!



Are you interested in starting a book club?

Do you need help choosing titles for your next book club meeting?

Now it’s easy and convenient with the Greater Sudbury Public Library’s

NEW Book Club in a Bag.



Each Book Club in a Bag contains everything you need to get a lively discussion started:

• Five copies of the same book

• A discussion guide

• Links to helpful sites

You can borrow the kit for the extended period of six weeks. You can pick up a list of available titles at any GSPL location or visit our website at www.sudbury.library.on.ca.

Start thinking about your book club selections now! Take advantage of the Library’s Book Club in a Bag kits and you will enjoy the company of a good book with your discussion group.



For more information, please contact your nearest Greater Sudbury Public Library.

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Media Contact: Lise Larose, Adult, Senior and Client Education Programmer

Greater Sudbury Public Library

705-673-1155 or lise.larose@greatersudbury.on.ca
 

ISSUED: August 20, 2008
DRINKING WATER SOURCE PROTECTION PROPOSED TERMS OF REFERENCE IS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Sudbury, ON~ Now until September 19, 2008 the public is invited to view and comment on the Proposed Terms of Reference
The Greater Sudbury Source Protection Committee is issuing the Proposed Terms of Reference for review and comment. This document will guide the
committee’s work in preparing an Assessment Report and Source Protection Plan
to protect municipal drinking water sources for the Greater Sudbury Source Protection Area between now and 2012.
The first formal comment period was from May 22-June 26, 2008 on the Draft Proposed Terms of Reference. Two Open Houses were held in June as part of that initial comment period. Approximately 80 people attended the Open Houses and met members of the Source Protection Committee and gained a better understanding of our local municipal residential drinking water sources.
Comments received during that time have been reviewed by the Source Protection Committee and the document has been revised.
Members of the public are now invited to the second comment period for the Proposed Terms of Reference document which is available in English and French online at www.sourcewatersudbury.ca  The Proposed Terms of Reference provides information and maps on our local sources of municipal drinking water, outlines responsibilities, gives estimated timelines and costs for developing a Source Protection Plan. The public can request an electronic or paper copy by e-mailing: Nathalie.Gara-Boivin@sudbury.ca. 
Written comments from the public are welcome by fax, e-mail or letter and should be sent by September 19, 2008 to the Source Protection Authority. The Proposed Terms of Reference along with any comments received during this review period will be sent to the Minister of the Environment and will be considered when reviewing and approving the Terms of Reference by the Province.
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Nickel District Conservation Authority 200 Brady Street, Sudbury, Ontario P3E 5K3 Tel: (705) 674.5249 Fax: (705) 674.7939 www.nickeldistrict.ca 


Public Consultation

Do you know where your tap water comes from?
The Greater Sudbury Source Protection Committee would like youropinion on its Proposed Terms of Reference (workplan and budget) to develop a local Source Protection Plan that will help protect our municipal sources of drinking water from future contamination.
The Proposed Terms of Reference provides:
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Information and maps of our sources of municipal drinking water

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Requirements for developing a source protection plan

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An outline of responsibilities for developing the plan

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Estimated timelines and costs until 2012

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Information on the Clean Water Act, 2006


Have your say about Sudbury’s municipal drinking water sources.
Members of the public are invited to provide written comments regarding the proposed Terms of Reference during a 30-day comment period which ends September 19, 2008.
View the Proposed Terms of Reference online at: www.sourcewatersudbury.ca
You can also pick up a copy at our office, or
request an electronic or paper copy by email.
Submit your written comments by mail, fax or email to:
Mr. Bob Rogers, ChairGreater Sudbury Source Protection Authority C/O Nickel District Conservation Authority 200 Brady Street, Sudbury, ON P3E 5K3 Phone: 705.674-5249 Fax: 705.674-7939 Email: Nathalie.Gara-Boivin@sudbury.ca

We all have a role to play in protecting our drinking water!

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 23, 2008



LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY AT MUNICIPAL BEACHES STARTING JUNE 23


The City of Greater Sudbury is pleased to announce that lifeguard supervision has been extended to two additional beaches this summer - Capreol Public Beach and Whitewater Lake Park.

Lifeguards are on duty seven days a week starting Monday, June 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the following municipal beaches:

Bell Park Main Beach
Capreol Public Beach
Kalmo Beach - Valley East
Moonlight Beach
Nepahwin Park Beach
Meatbird Park - Lively
Whitewater Lake Park - Azilda

Parents are reminded that lifeguards are not a substitute for adult supervision of children. Children must be supervised at all times by an adult caregiver. Older children are reminded to "swim with a buddy" for greater safety.

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Media Contact:
Brianne Carter
Communications Officer
City of Greater Sudbury
674-4455 ext. 2513


 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 23, 2008

DIVERSITY ADVISORY PANEL SEEKING MEMBERS

The Diversity Advisory Panel to the City of Greater Sudbury is inviting interested people, especially youth, to participate in a working sub-committee. This sub-committee will encourage youth involvement in the Aborignal, Francophone and Multicultural communities so that young people from these communities are connected, empowered and valued within the Greater Sudbury community. Individuals interested in participating can contact Marianne Savage at 919-5002.

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Media Contact:
Brianne Carter
Communications Officer
City of Greater Sudbury
674-4455 ext. 2513

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, March 17, 2008
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Participants wanted for Greater Sudbury 125 Anniversary party
The City of Greater Sudbury invites members of the community to provide activities and services
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for the 125th Anniversary Party on Saturday, June 7 , 2008. The organizing committee would like to incorporate activities, musicians and vendors into these celebrations.
The party will take place at a number of locations in downtown Sudbury, from noon until 8:00
p.m. Interested citizens are asked to contact Cindi Briscoe via telephone at 674-4455 ext. 4400 or via e-mail at cindi.briscoe@greatersudbury.ca . 
The deadline to confirm participation is Friday, April 25 at 4:30 p.m.
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Media Contact:
Alison Taylor Communications Officer City of Greater Sudbury 674-4455 ext. 2513

 

  Main Public Library Bibliothèque publique centrale

74 MacKenzie Street 74, rue MacKenzie

Sudbury, ON P3C 4X8 Sudbury, ON P3C 4X8

Public Service Announcement

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 5, 2008


GREATER SUDBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY

presents READING TAILS

The Greater Sudbury Public Library is pleased to announce, in partnership with the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program, our Spring session of Reading Tails.

Reading Tails is a program designed to improve reading skills for children ages 6 through 11 by reading aloud to a certified St. John Ambulance Therapy dog for a 20 minute session.

The Greater Sudbury Public Library is now offering sessions of the Reading Tails program not only at the Main library, but at the New Sudbury, and Valley East branches as well. Note: days and times will differ between branches so be sure to specify your preference when registering.

Registration is limited. The 6 week session begins the week of April 14, 2008. Parental supervision is required. Please call Monique at 673-1155, extension 270 to register or for more details.

Bringing children, dogs and books together!


For more information:

Monique Roy, Children’s Librarian

Greater Sudbury Public Library, 673-1155, extension 270

monique.roy@greatersudbury.ca


www.sudbury.library.on.ca


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 2, 2008

GREATER SUDBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY

presents Enslaved Africans in Upper Canada exhibit


The Archives of Ontario has developed an active traveling exhibits program that showcases the Archives of Ontario’s holdings in a variety of subject-based exhibits.

The Greater Sudbury Public Library, Main Library, 74 MacKenzie Street will be exhibiting Enslaved Africans in Upper Canada exhibit during the months of April and May.
 

Slavery existed on a global scale for centuries and had devastating implications for the individuals subjected to it. Many people do not know that slavery existed in Canada. Produced in partnership with the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration, the Archives of Ontario's newest exhibit, Enslaved Africans in Upper Canada, touches on the lives of enslaved Africans, and focuses on the actions they took to resist their servitude. It reveals that Lieutenant-Governor Simcoe’s 1793 Act to Limit Slavery in Upper Canada was precipitated by the resistance of a slave woman named Chloe Cooley and led to the end of slavery throughout the British Empire.


Media contact:

Kaija Mailloux, Co-ordinator of Outreach Programs and Partnerships,

Greater Sudbury Public Library, 673-1155, extension 210

kaija.mailloux@city.greatersudbury.on.ca

www.sudbury.library.on.ca
 

You are invited to join
 

The Mayor and Council’s Advisory Panel on Seniors’ Issues

On May 1, 2008“Building Linkages” Together creating a better Seniors’ Community

8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
ParkSide OACS – 140 Durham Street
R.S.V.P. Kim @ 674-4455 ext. 4191 or via e-mail
kim.rossi@greatersudbury.ca
Co-sponsored by Building Linkages
Together creating a better Seniors’ Community

8:30 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. Welcome
Mayor & Council’s Advisory Panel on Seniors’ Issues
Anadel Hastie
Ted Callaghan – Councillor
Jacques Barbeau – Councillor
Superintendent Allan Lekun-
Greater Sudbury Police Service

Overview of the agenda and the
Mandate of the Advisory Panel
-Terms of Reference

Improving communication amongst local seniors’ organizations
-Clarifying mandates
-Issues facing clubs/organizations
-Learning and sharing successes

10:30 a.m. Breakout session –Roundtable discussions
(une session francophone)


Building Linkages
Together creating a better Seniors’ Community


11:30 a.m. Update on the June 2006 Symposium/Success Stories
-Seniors’ Information Line

12:00 p.m. Lunch (free)
Please advise of any special dietary requirements

1:00 p.m. Greater Sudbury Seniors Community Network
Network goals and next steps

1:15 p.m. Breakout discussions
(une session francophone)

2:00 p.m. Report from each group

2:30 p.m. Wrap Up

Parking is Free

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         Participants Wanted for
…Greater Sudbury 125th Anniversary Party June 7th!


The City of Greater Sudbury is inviting members of the community to provide

activities and services for the 125th Anniversary Party on June 7th. The Organizing Committee would like to incorporate activities, musicians and vendors into the celebrations. The party will take place at a number of locations in downtown Sudbury, from Noon until 8 p.m.



Interested citizens are asked to contact Cindi Briscoe at 674-4455, ext. 4400 or at cindi.Briscoe@greatersudbury.ca.



The Deadline to confirm participation is April 18th at 4:30p.m.
 

            



For Immediate Release Monday, March 31, 2008.


RESIDENTS ADVISED TO PREPARE FOR HEAVY RAINFALL THIS EVENING

Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for Greater Sudbury and vicinity. The current forecast calls for five to 10 millimetres of rain today, up to 30 millimetres tonight and another 10 millimetres into Tuesday afternoon.

The City of Greater Sudbury is prepared for a sudden onset of spring runoff. Crews have removed ice and debris from the city's most vulnerable storm sewers, drainage ditches and congestion points on smaller waterways. All water courses and drainage areas are being closely monitored, in cooperation with the Nickel District Conservation Authority.

The current forecast from Environment Canada calls for temperatures to fall below freezing on the night of Tuesday, April 1. Winter operations crews and equipment are available for immediate response to icy road conditions.

Homeowners are advised to protect their residence and their property by following a few precautions:
• Ensure that sump pumps and zero reverse flow valves in basement floor drains are operating.
• Check that downspouts are clear of debris and pointed away from foundations.
• If there is a municipal storm sewer in front of your residence, look to see whether it is clear of ice and debris to prevent water from flowing back onto your property.

Residents in low-lying areas should remain alert to potential flooding hazards. Property owners are responsible for protecting private structures; however, the city will supply sand and empty bags to flood-prone neighbourhoods should sandbagging become necessary.

Citizens who have concerns are asked to contact the City of Greater Sudbury at 3-1-1.

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Media Contact:

Nathalie Mihelchic, Manager of Operations,
City of Greater Sudbury, 674-4455, ext. 3631