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PUBLIC SERVICE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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
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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
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