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Sponsor:
Marci Csumrik
13+ years experience with Remax Orillia. Great knowledge of the local market and Trent Severn Waterway. A true professional with your lifestyle in mind! Serving Orillia, Oro-Medonte, Severn, Washago, and Ramara.
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Sponsor:
St. James' Anglican Church
St. James' Anglican Church, located at 58 Peter St. N., is pleased to announce our Spiritual Growth Centre, where a series of workshops are being held. For more information contact
[email protected].
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Sponsor:
Geneva Event Centre
When you're looking for an event centre that provides so many choices of entertainment, you'll trust Geneva Event Centre to deliver just that. Hosting live music performances, private parties, community events, art shows, and everything in between-we are fully licensed to offer a variety of adult refreshments and in-house catering services. For bookings & inquiries, check out Geneva Event Centre: www.genevaeventcentre.ca | 705-327-3696 | info@genevaeventcentre.ca
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"Where flowers bloom so does hope."
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Tuesday, April 2nd, 2019.
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This Month
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April:
April 1: April Fool's Day
April 2: Autism Awareness Day
April 7: World Health Day
April 19: Good Friday
April 22: Easter Monday
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Information Orillia Income Tax Clinic
March 4th-April 30th
Information Orillia provides an annual income tax filing service. During the months of March and April each year there is the opportunity to receive free filing for people with low-income, as well as a sliding scale throughout the year.
Drop into our office:
Monday to Thursday
10:00 am-12:00pm & 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Single under $20,000 * Family under $30,000 = FREE or by donation
Single under $30,000 * Family under $40,000 = $10
Over Budget? Low-Middle Income Levels?
Sliding Scale
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Do you have a volunteer opportunity you would like to share?
Do you have a record in our database?
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Information Orillia is the 211
Did you know
that Information Orillia is the 211 information provider for the area?
We collect and distribute the information from services offered in Rama, Ramara, Oro-Medonte, Severn and Orillia.
All of this information can be found in our community directories and on the
211 Ontario
website.
Our information is also located on many other websites distributed through the LHIN (Local Health Integration Network).
We are the place to go when you don't know where to go.
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Information Orillia is working together with the City of Orillia to streamline information sharing by partnering on our events calendar.
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Order With Us!
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Call or email for more information
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705-326-7743
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Lakehead University: Formally Adopts the Okanagan Charter
Media Release
Lakehead University is placing the health and well-being of students, faculty and staff at the forefront with the formal adoption of the
Okanagan Charter: An International Charter for Health Promoting Universities and Colleges.
The
Charter was signed on Wednesday by Dr. Moira McPherson, Lakehead's President and Vice-Chancellor, during a special event held at the University's Thunder Bay campus, and by Principal Dr. Dean Jobin-Bevans, at the University's Orillia campus.
An outcome of the 2015 International Conference on Health Promoting Universities and Colleges, the Charter calls on post-secondary institutions to embed health and well-being into all aspects of campus culture, including the development of policies, procedures and practices.
This commitment to student, faculty and staff health and well-being inside and outside of the classroom is an essential element of the University's 2018-2023 Strategic Plan.
"We recognize that promoting health and well-being is necessary to achieving our vision of providing a transformative university experience, which is why Lakehead University has taken the step to adopt the Okanagan Charter," explained Dr. McPherson.
"Exceptional scholarship and student potential are sustained by the mental and physical health of our people, and a healthy and supportive campus environment. We want to embed this notion into all aspects of campus culture and across operations," she added.
As part of the adoption of the Charter, Lakehead University has committed to developing a comprehensive, campus-wide Wellness Strategy that will support, encourage and inspire a culture of health and well-being for all who study and work at the university.
Andrea Tarsitano, Vice-Provost (Students) and Registrar, is co-lead of the newly formed Wellness Advisory Committee that will be leading the development of the strategy.
"Our goal is to promote the idea that health and wellness isn't just the responsibility of one particular department, but that advancing health and wellness needs to be a commitment across all disciplines and departments within our university community," she said.
"There will be many opportunities for students, faculty and staff to get involved and provide their visions of what a healthy campus looks like."
Consultations for Lakehead University's Wellness Strategy will begin in the coming months.
Elder Gerry Martin signs the Okanagan Charter at Lakehead Thunder Bay while Dr. Moira McPherson, Lakehead's President and Vice-Chancellor, watches.
Principal Dr. Dean Jobin-Bevans signs the Okanagan Charter with Elana Weber, Student Wellness and Athletics Coordinator, on the Orillia campus.
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City of Orillia: Help Set The Direction of Orillia's Transportation Future
Public Information Centre
April 9
For immediate release (March 21, 2019)
- The City of Orillia is looking at options for its transportation future and wants to get your input at a Public Information Centre (PIC) on April 9 from 4 to 7:30 p.m.
Attend this drop-in style PIC to review and comment on the options and alternatives for the City's Transportation Master Plan (TMP) update and to discuss the project further with the study team.
The upcoming PIC is a follow-up to the successful Orillia Transportation Survey recently completed as part of the public consultation process. With more than 800 responses received, the survey provided valuable feedback to inform the development of options and alternatives for consideration.
Details regarding the results of the survey are available online for review prior to the PIC at
orillia.ca/tmp
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Public Information Centre for the Transportation Master Plan Update
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Tuesday, April 9, 2019
4 - 7:30 p.m.
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Orillia City Centre
Tudhope-McIntyre Boardroom
First floor
50 Andrew St. S.
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For those unable to attend the PIC, materials will be available for review and comment at the Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew St. S. (third floor), and online at
orillia.ca/tmp
from April 10-26.
The TMP update is intended to re-evaluate the planned transportation networks in relation to changing trends, emerging needs, and new opportunities for multiple modes of transportation including driving, transit, cycling, walking, and recreational vehicles.
The study is in accordance with Phases 1 and 2 of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process. Following the PIC and a review of comments received, recommendations on the preferred design concepts will be brought to Council for consideration.
The City of Orillia is a city of 31,000 people in the heart of Ontario's Lake Country on the shores of Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe. Visit our website at orillia.ca.
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Jeremy Dutka
Project Engineer II
Development Services and Engineering Department
705-325-2314
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Melissa Gowanlock
Communications Coordinator
705-325-2108
705-330-1951 (cell)
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St James' Anglican Church: A.C.W. Blossom Luncheon
May 10th
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St James' Anglican Church: Charity With Justice Social Justice Workshop
April 25th
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Calvary Pentecostal & Westmount Congregation: The Dofasco Male Chorus
May 27th
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Mariposa Arts Theatre: Living Together
April 4th-14th
Annie, the Cinderella of her family, is the live-in caretaker of her demanding mother. In desperate need of a break, Annie's brother and his wife come to visit for a weekend so Annie can take a short trip to recharge. She is secretly planning to rendezvous with her sister Ruth's husband, Norman, for the first time - but Norman arrives at the house much earlier than planned, and everyone ends up stuck together for the whole weekend!
A hilarious look at the absurdity and pathos in contemporary domestic life. Spend a weekend in the country with Norman, his in-laws, and one very dysfunctional family!
While this comedy is part of a trilogy, The Norman Conquests, each play is self-contained and can be watched in any order.
Shows run from April 4th to 14th at the Orillia Opera House Studio Theatre, and tickets are on sale now!
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Hospice Orillia: Support Group for Overdose Related Losses
Registration Now Open
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Orillia Public Library: April Highlights
Throughout The Month of April
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Orillia Museum of Art & History: The Mariposa Gala
April 27th
Join us for this year's Mariposa Gala!
April 27, 2019
7- 9:30 PM, VIP starts at 6 PM
Lakehead University, Orillia Campus
$100 VIP, $75 General Admission
Back by popular demand, music will be provided by the Jazz Byrds! Enjoy the sophisticated harmony and tasteful improvisations that will contribute to the ambiance of the night. Myrelle Byrd, flute, and John Weston, guitar, have been working and playing together since 2011. Their partnership began when they first provided music for a wedding. Realizing they had diverse backgrounds in music that were compatible, decided to continue honing their arrangements and sound.
2019 is OMAH's 20th anniversary of the amalgamation of the Orillia Historical Society and the Sam Steele Art Gallery. We are proud to present The Mariposa Gala in support of Orillia Museum of Art & History's children and youth programs. We will be joined again by sommelier and certified fromager Andre Derrick from
Vineland Estates Winery. He will choose a selection Vinelands wines and fine Canadian cheeses to complement the culinary creations by some of our local food purveyors. There will also be live entertainment during the event. Transportation options to be provided by Hammond.
With your help, our goal is to expand our community outreach in partnership with local and regional charities by providing transportation, meals and opportunities for children and youth to participate in programming that would otherwise not be available to them. These specialized programs support children's development and youth's portfolio development for admission to post-secondary education.
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Orillia Museum of Art & History: 2019 Carmichael Art History Lecture- The Art of Money: Design of Canadian Coinage
May 8th
2019 Carmichael Art History Lecture
Wednesday, May 8 at 7:30pm
Renowned Group of Seven artist Franklin Carmichael was born in Orillia and is buried at St. Andrews - St. James Cemetery. An inductee into the Orillia Hall of Fame, we are proud of his contribution to Canadian art and his legacy of capturing the beauty of the local landscapes in his paintings. The Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH) hosts the Carmichael Art History Lecture annually to honour this legacy.
The History Committee at OMAH is pleased to announce artist Tony Bianco and Robert Browne, son-in-law of late artist Emmanuel Hahn, as this year's guest speakers with their talk entitled "The Art of Money: Design of Canadian Coinage.''
Tickets go on sale April 1st and are $15 each. Tickets can be purchased at the Orillia Museum of Art & History or by phone. Please call OMAH at 705-326-2159 if you have any questions.
Any inquiries can be addressed to Collections Coordinator Hope McGilly Mitchell by phone 705-326-2159 ext 107 or by
email.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
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Couchiching Jubilee House & Tapps Performaing Arts: Dancing With The Docs
April 6th
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Westmount Congregation: Shopaganza
April 6th
Westmount Congregation Church, at 23 Westmount Dr. S., is holding their semi-annual Shopaganza on April 6th, from 9 AM until 3 PM.
Selling handmade crafts, home baking, giftware, something for everyone.
Free admission, free parking, free door prizes.
Everyone is welcome.
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Sacred and Profane Choral Concert
April 6th
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Orillia Museum of Art & History: Kelli Dove- Eh Ok
March 23rd to May 19th
Saturday, March 23, 2019 to Sunday, May 19, 2019
The Lounge Gallery
Kelli Dove's animal series, painted in oils on paper, is a glimpse of her close encounters with animals as a child in the Kawarthas. Each animal holds a memory and a story. She has reimagined them in a way that suits their personalities. There is some influence from their behaviours and how we, as Canadians, perceive them. Each painting demonstrates Dove's strong technical skills and her influence of pop culture.
Kelli Dove (b. 1977) grew up in Bobcaygeon, Ontario. In 1999, she received a Diploma in Fine Arts from the School of Design and Visual Arts, Georgian College. She had the privilege of studying with Ted Fullerton, John Hartman, Tim Zuck, and Laura Millard. Dove primarily paints portraits, many of which are in collections throughout Canada and the United States as well as in the private residence of the former prime minister of Bermuda.
For more information, please contact Ninette Gyorody, Executive Director at 705-326-2159 x101 or by
email.
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Westmount Congregation: Open to Grace Christian Yoga
Classes Start April 23rd & April 25th
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Sunshine Speakers: Open House/Comedy Night
April 8th
On Monday April 8 sunshine speakers will be hosting an Open house/ comedy night.
Come for an evening out, network with people and discover speaking skills you never knew you had
Day: Monday April 8 2019
Location St James Anglican church
58 Peter Street north Orillia Ontario
Time 7pm to 9pm
Accessible parking available
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Westmount Congregation: Movie Night
April 13th
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Orillia Business Women's Association: Woman of the Year/Young Woman of the Year Awards Gala
May 8th
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St. James' Anglican Church: Lenten Events
Various Dates
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Orillia Opera House: Upcoming Events
Various dates
April 4-14
2pm or 7:30pm
Living Together Mariposa Arts is pleased to present a 'Norman Conquest' comedy By Alan Ayckbourn. Spend a weekend in the country with Norman and his very dysfunctional family. And you thought you had problems All Seats $25.00 For groups of 10+ please contact the Box Office directly at 705-326-8011 for the special rate of $20.00pp
April 9
7:00pm Vanishing Point 1st of the High Speed Chaos Films. Great cult hit from the early 70s. Film, Commentary and Prizes All Seats Individual $10.00 For special (all 3 films) rate of $20.00 contact Box Office directly-Available only until Apr.6
April 16
7:00pm
Bullitt 2nd of the High Speed Chaos Films. Join hard nosed cop Frank Bullitt as he is assigned to protect a witness in a high profile case. Film, Commentary and Prizes All Individual Seats $10.00 For the special (all 3 films) rate of $20.00 contact the Box Office directly-Available only until Apr. 6
April 23
7:00pm
French Connection Final of the High Speed Chaos Films. Join us for this classic film with hardened narcotic cops, Popeye Doyle and Buddy Russo as they get wind of a big shipment of heroin. All Individual Seats $10.00 For the special (all 3 films) rate of $20.00 contact the Box Office
May 7
4:30pm
7:00pm See My Voice Orillia Youth Centre is pleased to present this Youth-Driven Black Light Theatre No Entrance Allowed Once Show has started. Cash Donation at the Door
May 8
7:30pm
Matt Andersen & The Mellotones Join powerhouse performer Matt Andersen with the Mellotones, an outstanding R&B, funk and sole band and special guest Amy Helm. On Sale Friday February 22 at 11:00 A.M. All Seats $48.00
May 9
8:00pm
Classic Albums Live-Led Zeppelin-House of the Holy The world's greatest classic rock albums performed live. Note for Note, Cut for Cut All Seats $45.50
May 11
11:30am & 6:00pm
Happily Ever After The DanceRoom's 15th Annual Recital featuring competitive, recreational routines, including Acrobatics, Ballet, HipHop, Highland, Jazz, Contemporary Musical Theatre, Tap and more. All Seats $25.00 Everyone requires a ticket - Even Babes in Arms
May 12
2:30pm
Orillia Silver Band Goes To The Beach Join the Orillia Silver Band as they feature classic summer music by the Beach Boys, Beatles, Handel's Royal Water Music and the ever popular Girl From Ipanema. ON SALE Tuesday February 19 at 11:00 Adults $25.00 Youth 18 & Under $10.00
May 30
7:30pm
Roy Orbison-All Star Tribute Bill Culp Productions is pleased to present this "All Star Tribute" that celebrates the incredible career of the legendary "Big O"...Roy Orbison! All Tickets $39.00
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Centre for Spiritual Growth: Winter-Spring Programs
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Westmount Congregation: Desserts & Discovery
April 10th
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FUNDRAISER EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
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Dress For Success: Bring On The Bling Jewelry Auction Fundraiser
April 11th
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Sweet Time Bakeshoppe: Cookies & Cupcakes for a Cause
No Date
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WORKSHOPS AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
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Couchiching Jubilee House:
Commences May 24th
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Georgian College: Ramp Up To Employment
March 26th to April 11th
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Orillia Community Kitchen Workshops
Various Dates
Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30pm
St. Paul's Centre, 62 Peter Street N
For more Information, Contact:
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Ham Leftovers |
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Honey Grilled Salmon & Asparagus: sample The Canada Food Guide |
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Cook Good Food Box (will try to fit in an Eat Your Greens Fritata): sample The Canada Food Guide |
| Wed, April 24, 2019 |
Fun Flatbread Pizza: sample The Canada Food Guide |
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Fruit Kabobs/Creamy Dreamy Hummus and Zesty Bean Dip: Sample The Canada Food Guide |
| Wed, May 8, 2019 |
No Bake Toasted Oat Granla Bars/Savoury Broccoli and Cheese Muffins: sample The Canada Food Guide |
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Turkey and Veggie stuffed Pita: sample The Canada Food Guide |
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Colourful Quinoa Salad: sample The Canada Food Guide |
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Fish and Fresh Herbs Veggie Packets: sample The Canada Food Guide |
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Have Your Say: Help Us Chart a Path for Orillia's Champlain Monument
April 30th
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Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit: Free STOP Smoking Workshop
March 28th
A free STOP Smoking workshop will be held in Orillia on Mar 28, 2019 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
Eligible participants will attend an educational session and receive five weeks of nicotine patches at no cost. To see if you are eligible and to register, call Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit's Health Connection toll free at 1-877-721-7520.
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Georgian College: March Workshop Calendar
Various dates in March
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Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County Programming & Workshops
Various Dates
Click
here for the Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County's full programs and services guide from February to June.
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Community Development Corporation: Workplace & Employment Standards
March 27th
Click
here for more information.
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Orillia & District Literacy Council: Learn Computer Basics For Job Search
Ongoing
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Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit: RACE Against Drugs Local Planning Committee
April 10th & 11th
Click
here for volunteer posting.
Job descriptions:
Seeking Volunteer Coordinator (for approx. 40 vol each day)
- He/She would work along with Carolyn
- Call the lists of volunteers we have prior to the event
- Welcome them the days of the event, and assign pre planned tasks, trouble shoot with me with flexibility for the day as needs change J
- Set up volunteer table for registering and directing the volunteers for the 4 sessions Wed/Thurs am 8-12 PM 12-3 pm
Seeking Volunteer Lunch Coordinator (This could be the same person or a different person):
- Set up tables with table cloths and make sure the kitchen is neat and clean
- May need to purchase coffee, cream sugar, and make coffee (with our budget)
- Would set out the sandwiches, fruit vegetables and cookies, may need to heat soup and serve
- Would work with two grade 8 students from Notre Dame who are our Eco Commandos (to decrease our waste and leave a green footprint) they take jugs of water to the presenters vs having water bottles. They also help set up the lunch and clean up after
- Would help 2 other volunteers to set up and give out the snack for kids at the rotational pit stop (dixie cups of water and dixie cups with fish crackers in them
It is a great event educating, increasing awareness and empowering our 650 grade five students from 22 elementary schools who are 10 years old: to delay onset of drugs, cannabis and alcohol as well as to handle peer pressure in a strong healthy way.
Those interested in volunteering may contact Carolyn Jones:
705-325-9565 ext. 7543 or
705-345-6677
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Helping Hands Seeking Volunteers
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Information Orillia Volunteer Database
Ongoing
Information Orillia is the Orillia and area's official volunteer centre. We are a proud member of Volunteer Canada and the Ontario Volunteer Centre Network. Information Orillia organizes and maintains a volunteer database that allows organizations to post new opportunities and allows volunteers to access those opportunities.
Services for volunteers:
IO's volunteer database allows volunteers to
create a volunteer profile
that allows organizations to contact them directly. In addition, our organization provides volunteers with counselling, referrals and training via workshops and appointments.
Services for organizations:
IO's volunteer database allows organizations to post opportunities, access volunteer profiles, as well as other volunteer resources such as registration templates and screening tools. For more information about software that helps to manage volunteer recognition and recruitment,
website
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To book an appointment with our Manger of Volunteer and Youth Engagement Services, Sukhi Kaur, call 705-326-7743 or email.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INFORMATION
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Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County: Pull Up A Chair
Now Accepting Applications
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Orillia District Literacy Council: Seeking Board Members
Ongoing
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Community Foundation of Orillia & Area: Spring Grant Applications Available
Accepting Applications Until April 18th
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City of Orillia: Provide Feedback on Orillia's Backyard Hen Pilot Project
Ongoing
Orillia's backyard chicken/hen coop pilot project will end on June 5, 2019. The City of Orillia wants to hear your feedback on the pilot project and potential next steps through a short survey available at
orillia.ca/backyardhens
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In May 2017, following much public interest and to foster local food production, Council approved awarding of up to 12 hen coop licenses permitting backyard chickens in Orillia on a two-year trial basis, with certain restrictions including flock size and property area. The purpose of the two-year pilot project was to gather additional data so that Council could decide whether to permit backyard hens on a permanent basis.
"As the City of Orillia backyard hen pilot project winds down, we want to gather feedback from the public regarding the success of the pilot and how you would like the City to proceed," said Mayor Steve Clarke. "This initiative was championed by residents eager to bring backyard hens to Orillia. We now want to connect back with the community to see if that desire remains."
During the pilot project, there have been three licensed backyard coops housing hens in the city. Throughout the pilot, staff conducted both scheduled and random inspections on the existing coops and did not note any major issues or complaints.
Before reporting back to Council Committee regarding next steps, the City is looking for feedback from the general public, but in particular those residents who expressed interest in having backyard hens, but who did not participate in the pilot project, and from residents who have active hen coops in the city.
The online survey is available at
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MNBFHDW
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You can also forward your comments by email to Ali Chapple, Intermediate Planner, at
[email protected]
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or to Susan Votour, Planning Coordinator, at
[email protected]
, or by mail addressed to "Backyard Hens" care of City Centre, 50 Andrew St. S., Suite 300, Orillia, Ontario L3V 7T5. Deadline for feedback is March 18, 2019 at 4:30 p.m.
Currently, the number of hens in a coop is limited to four hens over the age of four months. Roosters are prohibited and a property must be at least 500 sq. m. (5,382 sq. ft.) in size to accommodate a hen coop. There are also restrictions regarding the location of the hen coop on a property and a licensing fee of $100 is required. Staff are looking for feedback regarding the current regulations (a full copy of which can be found at
orillia.ca/backyardhens
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The City of Orillia looks forward to receiving your feedback.
The City of Orillia is a city of 31,000 people in the heart of Ontario's Lake Country on the shores of Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe. Visit our website at orillia.ca.
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Ali Chapple
Intermediate Planner
705-325-3977
Susan Votour
Planning Coordinator
705-325-7471
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Jennifer Ruff
Manager of Communications
705-325-8929
705-238-9209 (cell)
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A backyard hen coop located in the City of Orillia. The City's pilot project permitting backyard hens is ending June 5, 2019. Complete an online survey by March 18 to provide your feedback on the pilot and potential next steps.
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Jubilee Chorale Choir
Announcement
Jubilee Chorale Choir of Orillia is pleased to donate proceeds in support of community from our Dec 9/18 concert at St. David Anglican~Lutheran Church. President Shirley Huntley, along with Conductor Brent Mayhew and some Chorale members present a cheque for $1000 to Pastor Lori Pilatzki in support of St. David programs. Jubilee Chorale also enjoys singing at various senior residences through the season. We are thrilled and working toward our upcoming concert on Sun June 2/19 at 2:30pm, Westmount Congregation, Orillia. Jubilee Chorale thanks you for your continued support.
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RBC Work-Integrated Learning Program With Lakehead University
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