Community Well-Being News
July 2021
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(Individual responses will be kept anonymous.) |
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How do you feel about your personal safety in your community? (Select one.)
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neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
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If you are in crisis, there are many places you can call, and there is no wrong door: |
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Last month we asked you:
Which area would make the greatest impact with new funding and program support?
Here are the results (42 responses):
- access to mental health services, including for substance use - 47.6% (20)
- ensuring individuals feel a strong sense of belonging in their community - 21.4% (9)
- facilitating individuals and families to positively influence their community - 9.5% (4)
- increased safety at the neighbourhood level - 9.5% (4)
- service navigation or collaborative approaches for often identified needs - 9.5% (4)
- supports for families to ensure safety within the home - 2.4% (1)
- helping people create, access and maintain relationships with friends, family - 0% (0)
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Got a burning question for your fellow citizens? Submit your Community Check-in Poll suggestion - a question and 3-5 possible responses - to action@headwaterscommunities.org
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Hills of Headwaters Collaborative
Bolton Vaccine Clinic
Sunday, July 25 6-9pm
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The Hills of Headwaters Collaborative is collaborating with local partners to offer a vaccination clinic at the Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness (14111 Hwy 50, Bolton, ON, L7E 2V2) this weekend. Pfizer vaccines will be available this Sunday, July 25 from 9am to 6 pm, no appointment needed. The clinic is open to those aged 12 and older who need first or second doses.
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No appointment required
Did you know that you can drop in for a first or second vaccination dose at many clinics throughout the region, anytime during clinic hours, without making an appointment?
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Headwaters Health Care Centre
Latest newsletter
Read about the HHCC's expanded visitation policy at the hospital, review their Annual General Meeting, including Dr. David Scott Award recipients, read about their community co-designed Annual Report, Orangeville Lions Club recognition for exceptional care, a new community library passion project in the works, and the latest news and resources from Caregivers in the Hills.
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HFFA Local Food Club
Monthly from August-December 2021
Order by Aug. 17 for delivery Aug. 31
The next Local Food Club is scheduled for Tuesday August 31st, 2021. Order by August 17th to get in on this delicious summer pack.
Just $25 for a family meal with seasonal recipes and hyper-local ingredients. Sliding scale pricing and free delivery in Dufferin and Caledon.
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Dufferin County Proclamation
Emancipation Day - August 1, 2021
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At their July 8th meeting of council, Acting Warden John Creelman read a declaration and proclaimed "... as an expression of our respect for human liberty and freedom and in recognition of the richness of the culture and history brought to Ontario and Dufferin County by African Canadians, I, Acting
Warden John Creelman, do hereby proclaim August 1, 2021 as
Emancipation Day in the County of Dufferin."
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County of Dufferin
Tourism and Development Department launches "Don't Be Like That" video campaign
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In a light-hearted reminder about public etiquette, the Dufferin County Development & Tourism Department introduced: "Don't Be Like That", a fun new campaign aimed at educating locals and visitors alike to be on their best behaviour when exploring the County and patronizing our businesses.
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All of the situations in the videos came from real-life stories told to County staff by business owners. The core message of each video reminds folks to be kind, leave no trace, respect safety protocols, plan ahead before visiting, and to stay on the beaten path. The videos also star local business owners – see if there’s anyone you know!
#DontBeLikeThat
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Shelburne Multicultural Day Event
Recording of live stream available now
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View the recording of the 4th annual Shelburne Multicultural Event featuring a panel of local dignitaries and changemakers, an award ceremony and featured speaker Jamaal Jackson Rogers, award-winning poet, arts educator, creative entrepreneur and performance artist. Hosted by event founder Althea Alli and the Museum of Dufferin.
This year’s virtual event was held on Sunday June 27th and the recording can be found on Dufferin County’s YouTube channel.
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Town of Orangeville
Drive-in Summer Concert Series
Six dates in August, Rotary Park, Orangeville
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The Town of Orangeville will be offering the second Drive-in Summer Concert Series in August, with tickets going on sale June 8. Orangeville Council approved the 2021 event as part of the annual operating budget. An exciting line-up of concerts is planned for the end of August.
Performances are set for August 20-21 and 25-28 through advance online ticket sales with MyFM 101.5 as the media sponsor. The drive-in concerts will be on stage in the parking lot at Rotary Park, with a limited capacity for each show.
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County of Dufferin
Climate Stories of Dufferin Project
Accepting submissions until September 30, 2021
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You don’t need to be a scientist to talk about climate change. From residents, business owners, farmers, schools, community groups, or youth, we all have a story to tell about the changes and impacts we are observing in the places we live and how we are responding to them.
We want to know:
- What in your local environment or community is special to you?
- How does climate change threaten the people and places you care about?
- How are you taking action on climate change?
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By sharing your story, you will help give others a deeper understanding of how climate change is impacting life in Dufferin and inspire others to take climate action.
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Introduction to Rainscaping Webinar
Tuesday July 27: 6:30pm – 7:45pm
Join Climate Action in Dufferin and Credit Valley Conservation to discover the beautiful ways to collect and manage stormwater on your property such as rain gardens, rain chains, and soakaways.
Learn which options are right for your property and how to implement these innovative landscape features.
This virtual event is FREE and open to all Dufferin residents.
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Shaping Sustainability in Ontario
Virtual Conference
July 28, 2021
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Since taking on the position of Lieutenant Governor in 2014, the Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell has travelled provincially and internationally, with a focus on hearing and sharing stories of sustainability.
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As Her Honour’s mandate reaches seven eventful years, the office will be hosting a one-day virtual conference. Shaping Sustainability in Ontario is an opportunity to explore not only what Her Honour has learned but how Ontarians are laying the groundwork for continued positive change for the future, bringing together some of her most memorable and fascinating experiences.
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Dufferin Board of Trade
Think Local Market
September 14, 2021, 3-8pm at Fiddle Park, Shelburne
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The Dufferin Board of Trade is organizing a new and exciting community event that you won't want to miss. The "Think Local Market" will feature vendors of local food, goods, and services created by Dufferin's small business community.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
If you would like to volunteer to help out at this great community event, email: lisa@dufferinbot.ca
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In The Hills Magazine
Find "must try" local businesses
Read the Summer 2021 issue
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Every issue of In The Hills Magazine (in print and online) features a variety of local business owners from local foodies, farmers and restaurateurs to artists and crafters to home renovators, real estate agents and more.
Why go anywhere else? Headwaters has a wealth of talent and expertise right here. Shop and buy local.
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Dufferin County Tourism Advisory Group
Deadline Extended
Applications accepted until August 15, 2021
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Are you or is someone you know interested in being part of Dufferin County’s tourism growth? Do you want to be a local champion in building tourism for the community, with the community? You’re invited to apply to join Dufferin County’s Tourism Advisory Group. Whether your background is in the arts or agriculture, education or accommodation, or anything in between, we welcome your interest.
Deadline to participate is August 15, 2021.
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COVID-19 Local Community Heroes
From the office of MP Kyle Seeback
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought out the very best in our community. Residents, small businesses, and community groups alike have been selflessly helping others in need of support during this difficult and uncertain time.
MP Kyle Seeback's office received more than a hundred outstanding nominations and listed 25 of them on this webpage recognizing their achievements. Everyday heroes continue to step up and meet every new challenge we face as a community. Their dedication and readiness to help make us proud to live in Dufferin-Caledon and have them as our neighbours. Please try to support these local organizations and businesses featured here by using their services, donating to their initiatives, and simply saying ‘thank you’ to them and all others who are our Community Heroes.
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New Volunteer Opportunities |
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StudyPages
Volunteer Online Tutor
Looking for tutors in a broad range of subjects for learners
age 7 to adult.
Expires Sept. 1, 2021
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SHIP (Peace Ranch)
Horticulture Assistant
Barn Work
Peace Ranch has three opportunities available:
1 Horitculture Assistant
2 for Barn Work
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Connect-ED Virtual Marketing/Media Training Program Participant
Actively contribute your insights and suggestions while we are designing marketing and media materials.
Expires Aug. 6, 2021
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Is your organization looking for volunteers?
We can help.
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Let Your Voice Be Heard
Public Consultations and opportunities to give input or take action:
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Dufferin Community Foundation
$1500 Booster Grants intake announced
Applications open August 15, accepted until August 30, 2021
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The Dufferin Community Foundation has been listening to you. Now that the peak of the pandemic emergency has passed, they have brought back the Booster Grants to ensure that an existing, successful project gets that injection of cash to keep it going.
Our community is listening too! Your stories on our website and our press releases have engaged sponsors and other charities who may be willing to partner with you.
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They want to know more, and we’re happy to help tell your story of the way your projects create impact for those who need a boost.
As a charitable organization currently serving the Dufferin community, you are invited to participate in our Booster Grants by applying on-line or by mail.
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Recreational Respite
Virtual Services
The team at Recreational Respite are strong advocates for social health and the connection of people to their communities. They strive to remove barriers that exist to participation that prohibit autonomy and freedom to choose how we interact with our communities.
Virtual services offer unique experiences in small group, one to one and Build It Workshops that aim to provide social connection, independent skill mastery and recreation exploration, for children, youth and adults.
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#GIVELocal
Fuel the engines of your community
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You already #ShopLocal, #BuyLocal and #EatLocal. Did you know that you can #GIVELocal too?
The needs in our communities are greater than ever, and you can help fuel the engines of connection, collaboration and change in your own community through charitable donations.
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With a donation to Headwaters Communities In Action, you are helping Make Life Better Together, as our tagline says. Help us "build forward" from continuing to build resilience in our local food system, volunteer and not-for-profit sector, and bringing attention and action to our long term vision for community well-being.
Does your employer have a community volunteering program? As a registered charity we are eligible for those as well. Tax receipts are available for donations over $20.
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In Action Bulletin Board
More ways to engage
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Food Bank Support
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Visit Volunteer Dufferin
Give a Little...Get A Lot
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Disclaimer: Inclusion of surveys, petitions or forms above does not indicate endorsement or any position taken by Headwaters Communities In Action on the topics in question. Our intention is to make citizens aware of these opportunities for engagement and to encourage our readers to give their input on matters that affect our communities. |
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You can get up-to-date information and advice at these trusted links:
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Be an Engaged Citizen
Are you interested in "Making life better together"?
If you are passionate about your community, turn that passion into action with HCIA.
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Stay Up-To-Date With Our Project Areas
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We couldn’t do it without you!
Thank you to our many partners, stakeholders and volunteers who make up HCIA and its project groups. Our primary funders are Dufferin County and United Way of Guelph Wellington Dufferin. We`re all "Making life better together"!
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