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Community Climate Action Plan – Call for Expressions of Interest

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Collingwood, ON – At its meeting held February 24, 2025, Council received a presentation on the Collingwood Community Climate Action Plan engagement roadmap. The Town’s consultants, Tamarack Institute, are facilitating a community engagement strategy to ensure community representation throughout the development of the Community Climate Action Plan.

The purpose of the Community Climate Action Plan is to identify and empower the community to take collective climate action. Community involvement in this process is key to ensuring we prioritize local needs and values.

“Ethical community engagement and consultation is foundational to how we work. It is more than a procedural step; it is a commitment to engaging with the community in a manner that is respectful, transparent, and inclusive,” says Lisa Attygalle, Consulting Director of Community Engagement at Tamarack Institute

Engagement Goals:

  • Increase Awareness and Understanding: Enhance community understanding of climate issues and the importance of prioritizing climate strategies, fostering positive pressure for action.
  • Develop Recommended Strategies: Collaborate with community members to create a comprehensive list of recommended strategies for the Collingwood Community Climate Action Plan.
  • Assess Level of Community Support: Engage broadly to gauge the level of community support and ambition for the climate action plan, ensuring that it reflects the community’s aspirations.

“We are currently in Stage 2 of the Community Engagement Plan Timeline, which is recruitment,” says Nicole Yardy, Climate Change Specialist. “We are calling on Collingwood stakeholders, ages 16 and up, who are interested in participating in this process to submit an Expression of Interest.”

There will be multiple opportunities for the public to participate in the process including pop-up and online engagements in the coming months (April-June). Currently,.we’re focusing on recruiting subject matter experts and community members interested in climate action to participate in Focus Area Working groups or the Climate Action People’s Panel.

Opportunity 1: Focus Area Working Groups

The Focus Area Working Groups are designed to engage subject matter experts and community members with expertise in key sectors including:

  • Buildings,
  • Community Health and Resilience,
  • Investment,
  • Transportation, and
  • Community Systems (essential services and infrastructure)

These sessions will provide a collaborative platform for experts to assess and develop actionable climate strategies tailored to the unique context of Collingwood. If you have relevant experience and a passion for driving meaningful climate action, we encourage you to express your interest in joining the Focus Area Working Sessions. Focus Area working Groups will be held the week of April 7, 2025. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping effective strategies that address the challenges and opportunities related to climate action in our community.

Opportunity 2: People’s Panel

The People’s Panel will provide a platform for diverse voices to share their perspectives on climate action strategies. This panel will consist of individuals from all walks of life —no prior experience in climate science or policy is necessary.

If you are a member of the Collingwood community, age 16 and up, and have an interest in how climate action can impact our community, we encourage you to express your interest in joining the People’s Panel. This session will be held the week of May 5, 2025, and will be accompanied by online and print options for those who are unable to attend the scheduled session. Insights gained from the People’s Panel will play a crucial role in shaping a climate action strategy that reflects the values and priorities of our community.

More information and Expressions of Interest Forms for the Focus Area Working Groups and People’s Panel are available on the project website.

Please visit https://engage.collingwood.ca/climateaction, to learn more and subscribe for updates on the project.

✨🌙 Horoscopes by Orion Moonsong 🌙✨

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Week of February 24, 2025

Orion Moonsong, celestial eavesdropper extraordinaire…

While we’re all busy with our earthly concerns, this astronomical busybody is up there tuning into the universe’s gossip channel, nodding along as Betelgeuse dishes the dirt on Rigel’s latest supernova fashion disaster or giggling when the Little Dipper shares a joke that’s been traveling across the cosmos for light-years. Talk about having friends in high places—Orion’s social network extends literally billions of miles in every direction!

Each week, Orion shares starry secrets with you, written in their notebook with glittery gel pens and decorated with tiny star stickers. The planets are Orion’s friends, and they tell Orion all sorts of helpful hints to pass along to you!

So snuggle up and read what the bubbly stars have to say about your week ahead! Remember, even when clouds come, the stars are still there, winking and playing hide-and-seek behind them! ✨💖

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Mars is giving you extra energy this week—unfortunately, it forgot to include the instruction manual. Try not to start fifteen projects at once or challenge your boss to an arm-wrestling contest. Channel that fire into something productive, like finally organizing that junk drawer that’s been judging you since 2019. Watch out on Thursday when your impulsivity reaches new heights, potentially leading to an ill-advised haircut or spontaneous adoption of an exotic pet. Pro tip: neither ferrets nor mohawks are as low-maintenance as they initially seem.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Venus suggests it’s time to treat yourself, but your bank account suggests otherwise. Find a middle ground—perhaps enjoying a fancy coffee while wearing sweatpants. The stars indicate someone close might ask to borrow money; the stars also indicate your sudden “phone problems” will be very convincing. This weekend, your stubbornness reaches epic proportions—you’ll wait in line for 45 minutes at your favorite restaurant rather than walk 10 feet to the equally good place next door. The universe respects your commitment to principle, if not your logic.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Your legendary conversation skills are supercharged this week. You could talk a fish into buying swimming lessons. Just remember that listening is also a skill—one that might prevent you from accidentally agreeing to host the next family reunion while distracted by your own brilliant monologue. By Wednesday, you’ll have developed at least three new personality traits based on documentaries you’ve watched. Your friends will be fascinated by your sudden expertise in deep-sea creatures, medieval weaponry, or whatever YouTube algorithm has decided is your destiny.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

The moon is amplifying your emotions, making you feel everything at maximum volume. That commercial with the rescue puppies might require a full box of tissues. Use this sensitivity to connect with loved ones, but maybe avoid making major decisions based on how that one sad song made you feel. Your home becomes your fortress midweek—expect to nest aggressively, possibly involving unnecessary throw pillow purchases and ambitious baking projects that leave your kitchen looking like a flour bomb exploded. Your sourdough starter now has a name and possibly its own Instagram account.

Leo (July 23-August 22)

The spotlight finds you even when you’re trying to be incognito. Your attempt at “blending in” this week will be about as successful as a peacock at a penguin convention. Embrace it! Your natural charisma will help solve a workplace dilemma, though your victory dance might be a bit much. By Friday, someone will have taken a video of you doing something ordinary in an extraordinary way, threatening to make you internet famous. Practice your “I woke up like this” face, just in case. Remember: even your grocery shopping looks like a red carpet event.

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Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Mercury brings mental clarity, allowing you to spot the flaws in everyone’s plans with terrifying accuracy. Try to package your critiques with compliments unless you enjoy eating lunch alone. Your organizational skills peak midweek—consider tackling that mess you call a closet before the universe returns you to normal. This weekend, you’ll reach new heights of perfectionism when you alphabetize your spice rack, color-code your closet, and create a spreadsheet to track the optimal ripeness window for your fruit bowl. Someone will ask if you’re okay, but they just don’t understand your vision.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

You’ll spend approximately 87 hours this week trying to choose between virtually identical options. The cosmic advice: flip a coin and be done with it. Friday brings a social opportunity where your diplomatic skills prevent World War III from breaking out over game night rules. Your aesthetic sense reaches supernatural levels over the weekend—you’ll rearrange furniture at 2 AM because the energy feels “off,” and somehow convince your housemates this is perfectly reasonable behavior. Just remember that not everyone appreciates unsolicited design advice, especially when it involves their “hideous” coffee table they inherited from grandma.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Pluto is intensifying your already intense intensity. Try not to stare into people’s souls during casual conversations—it makes ordering coffee awkward. A mystery at work has you playing detective; just remember that trenchcoats and magnifying glasses send mixed signals in professional settings. Tuesday brings an opportunity to use your psychological x-ray vision for good when you notice a friend needs help but won’t ask for it. Your ability to hold a grudge reaches Olympic levels by the weekend—consider whether that person who cut you off in traffic three years ago really deserves this much mental real estate.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

Jupiter expands your already expansive optimism, convincing you that learning underwater basket weaving while training for a marathon is totally reasonable. Scale back slightly. Your honesty will be appreciated by everyone except that friend who asked if their new haircut looks good. By Thursday, you’ll have planned a theoretical vacation so ambitious it would require time travel and a lottery win to accomplish. Your stories reach new heights of exaggeration—what started as “I saw a big dog” somehow ends with “…and that’s how I saved the neighborhood from the wolf-bear hybrid.” Your friends are entertained, if skeptical.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

Saturn rewards your hard work with…more work. Congratulations? Your efficiency frightens coworkers who wonder if you’re secretly three productive people in a trenchcoat. Take a break midweek before your calendar becomes so color-coded it requires a legend to decipher. This weekend, your ambition takes a bizarre turn when you decide to master an obscure skill nobody asked for—possibly competitive origami or professional-level cheese identification. The stars suggest that while impressive, this may not be the resume builder you think it is. Your family is concerned about your definition of “relaxing.”

Aquarius (January 20-February 18)

Uranus inspires an idea so unconventional that explaining it to others will result in concerned stares. Don’t worry—history is full of misunderstood geniuses. Just maybe wait until after the staff meeting to share your vision for office communication via interpretive dance. By Wednesday, you’ll have developed a theory about society that’s either revolutionary or completely nonsensical—there is no middle ground. Your fashion choices this weekend will leave people wondering if you’re starting a trend or having an existential crisis. The answer is both, obviously.

Pisces (February 19-March 20)

Neptune blurs the lines between dreams and reality, making you question if that conversation with your cat actually happened. Your creativity peaks, making you the person to call for birthday poem emergencies. Just remember that crying during heartwarming commercials in public places requires explanation. Midweek brings a daydream so vivid you’ll miss your bus stop and end up in an unfamiliar neighborhood, which you’ll somehow convince yourself was meant to be. By Saturday, you’ll have started an art project inspired by a feeling you can’t describe using materials you found “speaking to you” at the hardware store. It makes perfect sense to you, and that’s all that matters.

OJHL HALL OF FAME SET TO ANNOUNCE CLASS OF 2025

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Second group of members be inducted during May ceremony

Mississauga, ON – ….  The Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL) Hall of Fame is set to introduce its second group of inductees.

The announcement will be made next week. The Class of 2025 will be officially welcomed during a ceremony in early May.

The virtual hall of fame was officially launched last May with the induction of Bob Hooper, Josh Soares and former NHLers Paul Coffey, Steve Thomas and Adam Oates.

The OJHL Hall of Fame Selection Committee determined this year’s slate of Hall of Fame inductees after reviewing nominations submitted by members of the public and personnel within the OJHL.

“The OJHL Hall of Fame is a tremendous way for the league to honour our history and the individuals that have had an impact on the league and the game,” said Marty Savoy, Commissioner of the OJHL.  ”The Selection Committee is made up of people that have a great knowledge of our league and the history of the game.”

The Selection Committee is comprised of OJHL Board of Directors Chairman Stuart Hyman, Izak Westgate, Manager of Outreach Exhibits and Assistant Curator, Hockey Hall of Fame; Burlington Cougars Governor and former NHL player Ron Sedlbauer; retired journalist John Cudmore; Rick Morocco, Executive Director, OJHL Foundation; and OJHL Communications Director Jim Mason.

Nominations are open annually from mid-September until the end of November.

The OJHL Hall of Fame was established to honour and preserve the history of the great athletes and individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the development and advancement of the OJHL and who have performed with highest distinction in the OJHL and beyond.

The OJHL Hall of Fame website features information about the inductees and the inductee categories, timelines and selection criteria.   

The site includes information on the history of Junior A leagues that laid the foundation for the present-day OJHL including statistical records, history of league award winners and a list league and national champions.

To visit the OJHL Hall of Fame virtual website, please go to www.ojhlhalloffame.ca

About the OJHL – “League of Choice”

The Ontario Junior Hockey League is the largest Junior ‘A’ league operating under the auspices of the Canadian Junior Hockey League with 24 member clubs. A proud member of the CJHL and Ontario Hockey Association, the OJHL was originally named the Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League and it was formed out of the Central Junior ‘B’ Hockey League in 1993-94. With a long and storied history of developing players for the next level, including U SPORTS, the NCAA, CHL, minor pro ranks and the NHL, the OJHL has had more than 90 commitments already this season.

For more information on the Ontario Junior Hockey League, please visit www.ojhl.ca

March Events at The Marsh Street Centre

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  • Tuesday Night at the Movies – Amelie – Mar 4th
  • Donovan Woods – Friday Mar 7th – SOLD-OUT!
  • Big Shiny 90’s Dance Party – Saturday Mar 15th
  • Tuesday Night at the Movies – Red Shoes – Mar 18th
  • Comedy Night LIVE Standup – Saturday Mar 22nd
  • My Son the Hurricane – Friday Mar 28th
  • Trivia Night w The Thirsty Night Boys – Sat Mar 29th

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Volunteer Recognition Awards Now Accepting Nominations

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The Town of The Blue Mountains is pleased to announce that the nomination period for the Volunteer Recognition Awards is now open. The nomination period will be open from February 24, 2025, to March 14, 2025.

Launched in 2022, the Town’s annual Volunteer Recognition Awards event celebrates the outstanding residents and organizations that make The Blue Mountains a welcoming and vibrant community. This year’s awards ceremony will be held at the Beaver Valley Community Centre on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, beginning at 5:00 p.m. as part of National Volunteer Recognition Week.

“Volunteers are the backbone of our community, and the hours they contribute are vital to making The Blue Mountains such a great place to live,” said Mayor Andrea Matrosovs “Though I know none of the volunteers do it for the recognition, their contributions deserve praise, and this is our chance to show appreciation.”

The Volunteer Recognition Awards will feature six categories that aim to recognize individual volunteers and community groups for their contribution to the local community:

  • Arts & Culture Award
  • Blue Mountains Community Builder Award (Youth under 26 and Adults 26+)
  • Heritage Award
  • Outstanding Community Group Award
  • Sports and Recreation Award
  • Sustainability Award

To nominate an individual or group for their dedication to the community, please complete the online nomination form by visiting the Volunteer Recognition Awards webpage.

In addition to the Awards Ceremony, the Town will host a Volunteer Fair from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., where local community groups can meet with the public and discuss local volunteer opportunities. An application form is available for interested groups.

To register your community group for the volunteer fair or for more information regarding the Volunteer Recognition Awards, please contact:

Community Services Department
(519) 599-3131 ext. 254

Bernie Sanders Warns Iowa City About Rise Of Oligarchy Power In The United States

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On Saturday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) held the first stop on his tour ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ in Iowa City, Iowa.

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Guest Food on a Caribbean Super Yacht Charter

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Following on from my last video about how I prep for charter, we’ve got guests onboard and it’s time to use that prep!

Canadian House in 10 Days. Full construction process.

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We built four amazing houses. From start to finish:

  • Construction of a house out of wooden frame
  • Construction of a house out of panels
  • Construction of a house out of warm timbers
  • Construction of a house out of large blocks

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JFK: Secrets Declassified | MEGA EPISODE | National Geographic

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The story of JFK’s assassination through the eyes of the secret service agents whose mission is to protect him.

Manhunt A search begins as Dallas police search for the president’s assassin. Revenge The assassin Lee Harvey Oswald is charged with JFK’s murder, but the world is shocked again when Oswald himself is shot dead in police custody.

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Maggie’s Wake at Meaford Hall

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Saturday, March 1, 7:30 pm $35
Maggie’s Wake
Authentic. Original. Inspired.

Maggie’s Wake is a Canadian, female fronted roots band that delivers unforgettable performances while creating a sound that is at once, both classic and modern.

With original compositions that remain faithful to our influences in traditional folk and classic country music, our songs are enhanced by Celtic instrumentation which gives us an unmistakable sound. Our music is rooted in our heritage and we are building on the foundation of trad and folk while managing to create something authentic, original and inspired.

Celebrating International Women’s Month,
Proudly presented by Meaford Hall

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