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| Collingwood, ON [07 June 2024] – The County of Simcoe is partnering with The Common Roof to work with the Town of Collingwood, to bring a new support program to help address housing needs within the community of Collingwood. The initiative is called the Supportive Rapid Rehousing Program (SRRP) and aims to provide services, housing and support to individuals who have fallen on difficult times and helps to place them into permanent housing quickly. These individuals are ones who have been identified as situationally homeless (i.e., due to a recent life event, rather than chronically homeless). This SRRP gives individuals wrap around, in-house support to find and integrate into permanent housing successfully. This is NOT a shelter, it’s a temporary home for individuals as they prepare for more independent living situations. The County will enter a contract with a qualified agency to provide comprehensive, 24/7 on-site services, staffed with trained professionals. Operating details will be confirmed over the coming weeks. The aim is to have the program operational this summer. This is a temporary structure, and it is anticipated that the program will run for approximately five years in this location. The modular building can house between 10 and 15 people at a time (excluding staff/support teams). This is part of the County of Simcoe and the Town of Collingwood’s joint efforts to expand the support for and availability of supportive housing in the area. Through the County, this expanded system provides capacity to better transition individuals who have been identified as situationally homeless into permanent housing while alleviating pressures on regional shelter systems. This strategy is one of the pillars within the County’s 10-Point Homelessness Prevention Strategy. A similar program in the City of Barrie has resulted in many successful outcomes, with no known impact on the surrounding neighbourhood. The County also recently opened a youth-based SRRP program embedded in the City of Orillia. Both these programs have utilized similar modular, pre-built structures. A program FAQ is attached or visit please visit simcoe.ca/SRRP. Affordable Housing has been a key priority for Collingwood Council and staff for many years. The Town recently completed an Affordable Housing Master Plan (AHMP) in November 2023, which provided the Town a set of 26 recommendations for tackling the housing issue. The Town is committed to collaborating with other levels of government to facilitate affordable housing initiatives that bring much-needed housing to our community. Quotes “The County continues to take a proactive, forward-thinking approach to addressing homelessness and housing needs in our communities across the region. The SRRP program has been effective in other communities, supporting individuals in need and the community at large. We thank The Common Roof organization for partnering with us, and the Town of Collingwood for their support as we work together to build up the lives of our residents.” ~ Warden Basil Clarke, County of Simcoe“ We are fortunate that the County of Simcoe is planning to build specialized temporary housing in our community. The focus for this housing is to help those ready to move into permanent housing. Many thanks to The Common Roof for partnering with the County in this project”. ~ Mayor Yvonne Hamlin, Town of Collingwood “We are excited to enter into a partnership with the County of Simcoe to collaborate with the Town of Collingwood to bring this much needed program to fruition. By allowing the SRRP program to operate from our property, we can ensure that a specific community benefit to respond to homelessness and housing needs is realized. A key goal of The Common Roof, and our shared service approach, is innovation through collaboration, which is being demonstrated through this collaboration.” ~ James Thomson, President and CEO, The Common Roof About the County of Simcoe The County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca. About Collingwood The Town of Collingwood is a progressive community located in the heart of a four-season recreation area on the southern shore of Georgian Bay. The area is well known for its many natural amenities and its rich heritage. Collingwood is a destination for tourism and many business, sporting, and cultural events Collingwood acts as a gateway to the South Georgian Bay region, with stunning landscapes that encourage an active lifestyle, and inspire the local arts and culture community. Downtown Collingwood might just surprise you with 30 plus restaurants, 60 plus boutique shops, spas for relaxing, and live music for grooving…all in the only downtown core recognized by Canada’s Registrar of Historic Places! More recently, the harbourfront area is emerging as an extension of the downtown district. Plans for expanding the amenities and events in the harbourfront area promise to make this a much more prominent tourism destination. |
Hunny’s Cookies is officially open and ready to satisfy the sweet tooth of cookie lovers
everywhere in South Georgian Bay. Hunny’s, developed and run by young entrepreneur
Rochelle Reynolds, is currently a home-based cookie shop with plans to expand to a
commercial cafe/storefront in due time. Hunny’s offers crowd favourites like Chocolate Chunk
and Peanut Butter, higher end deluxe flavours like White Chip Macadamia and Cinnamon Oat
Craisin, and whimsical delicacies like Fancy Cookies and delectable Cookie Sandwiches.
Curious to know what makes a cookie Fancy? Reynolds adds rich homemade buttercream to
any of her signature cookies, then decorates them with fun, delicious toppings like chocolate bar
bites, gummy candies, salty snacks, and even toasted coconut crumble. While all of her cookies
are outstanding, Reynolds’ personal Fancy favourite is the Chocolate Bar Star on a Double
Chocolate cookie base. If you are familiar with the enormously popular Crumbl Cookies chain,
Hunny’s Fancy Cookies are of a similar style.
Reynolds, a lifelong theatre and film creator by trade, has quietly aspired to run her own cafe or
bakery for the better part of a decade. All through high school and university, she would frequent
local cafes to absorb the atmosphere, soak in the coffee culture, and of course, indulge in fresh
baked treats, and the ability to create a welcoming space like this of her own for others to enjoy
has been on her mind for some time. After so many years telling herself that “one day” she’d
launch this venture, it was the spring of 2024 that finally pushed her to turn one day into day
one, and she has embraced the challenge wholeheartedly.
This is not Reynolds’ first foray into entrepreneurship, either. From 2016-2020, she ran Quarter
Century Theatre, based in Collingwood, and focused on enriching Simcoe County with powerful,
edgy, and largely original theatre and film productions. While she is still very much acting,
writing, and directing professionally, she chose to pivot away from self-producing in favour of
freelancing for other production companies, and therefore has the time and resources to
successfully launch Hunny’s here in the community.
If you want your chance to sample what Hunny’s has to offer, you’re in luck! Reynolds is running
a Grand Opening June 15th and 16th, 2024. The full menu will be available by donation, or
visitors can claim a free Classic or Deluxe cookie if they follow Hunny’s on social media to stay
connected with all the goings on. The Grand Opening runs from 1pm-6pm on the 15th, and
11am-4pm on the 16th. Details can be found on Hunny’s website (hunnyscookies.com) as well
as their official Facebook event (Hunny’s Cookies Grand Opening!!!)
Hunny’s has been zoned by the Town of Wasaga Beach and certified by Simcoe Muskoka
District Health Unit since spring 2024, and officially opened its doors on May 25th. All cookies
are made to order, and all orders are available for pickup right from Hunny’s kitchen. Hunny’s
accepts orders by phone/text, email, and direct message through any of their social channels.
Phone: (705) 607-7056
Email: [email protected]
Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: @hunnyscookies
The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise residents that a Request for Proposals (RFP) process is currently underway seeking a consultant to support the design and construction of the New Craigleith Fire Hall #2. The deadline for completed RFPs was May 30, 2024. Award of the contract is expected in late June or early July. Details can be found through the Town’s Purchasing & Bid Opportunities web page. The design and engineering work for the new facility is expected to be completed within Q1 of 2025, with construction anticipated to span from Q1 of 2026 to Q1 of 2027.
The existing Craigleith Fire Hall located at 796338 Grey Road 19 was originally built in 1989. Through the Town’s Fire Master Planning process, it has been found that the current facility will be unable to continue meeting the needs of its service area. The new facility will be built at the former Board of Education property south of 796511 Grey Road 19. The new fire hall will be built to better serve and meet the needs of the expanding population and growth in tourism activity within the Craigleith area. The existing fire hall building is planned to be retrofitted as a satellite operations centre to support the Town’s Parks and Trails, and Roads and Drainage Divisions. The Town is also looking at opportunities to incorporate touch-down workspaces for Town staff to use in the Craigleith area.
“This new fire hall represents a huge step for us as a service,” said Fire Chief Steve Conn. “It will ensure our firefighters have the appropriate facilities to continue the critical work they do protecting the Town’s residents and visitors.”
$13.3 Million in funding for the project was approved through the 2024 Town Budget. Funding sources include the Community Services Asset Replacement Reserve Fund, Roads Equipment Asset Replacement Reserve Fund, Fire Asset Replacement Reserve Fund and Fire Development Charges.
In early 2021, Town Staff identified the former Board of Education property south of 796511 Grey Road 19 as a potential location for a future town facility. Initial notice was provided to surrounding property owners in June of 2021, and a staff report (FAF.21.106) was brought to Council at that time seeking endorsement, in principle, of pursuing this plan. Over the next two years, staff found that the best use for the property would be an enhanced and larger Fire Hall to replace the existing Craigleith Fire Hall.
To learn more about the project and to subscribe for project updates, please visit the Town’s project page at: www.thebluemountains.ca/NewFireHall
For more information, please contact:
Town of The Blue Mountains
Manager of Fleet & Facilities
(519) 599-3131 ext. 270
Photo: Piper Al Wallace, Bugler Rob Chamber, Cadets CMWO Michael Loucks, CSgt Ian Loucks, CSgt Diego Anaya, Lt. Navy Rev. Dr. Leslie Fox, RCN Chaplin Lt.(Ret’d) Gerard Buckley, Sargent-at-Arms Ken Templeman, O Canada sang by Bob Woodcock
On the hallowed grounds of Normandy, 80 years ago, heroes from around the world united in a historic battle for freedom. Among them were the valiant soldiers of Canada, whose unwavering spirit and bravery shone brightly amidst the chaos of war. On D-Day, June 6th, 1944, they stood shoulder to shoulder with their allies, facing the ultimate test of courage and resolve.
Today, as we reflect on the sacrifices made on that fateful day, let us remember the Canadian soldiers who fought with unwavering determination and valour. Their legacy is intertwined with a tapestry of heroism that will forever be etched in the annals of history. We salute their unwavering commitment to liberty and their selfless service to humanity.
In the remembrance of all fallen soldiers, Canadian or otherwise, we honor you. Lest we forget.
Photos: Special Thanks to Marianne Templeman
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Our Collingwood Firefighters Paying Tribute to Our Heroes. Captain Jesse Bull, Firefighter Cody Zanardo, Captain Ryan Martin, Firefighter Cody Robinson.
Photo: Piper Al Wallace, Bugler Rob Chamber, Cadets CMWO Michael Loucks, CSgt Ian Loucks, CSgt Diego Anaya, Lt. Navy Rev. Dr. Leslie Fox, RCN Chaplin Lt.(Ret’d) Gerard Buckley, Sargent-at-Arms Ken Templeman, O Canada sang by Bob Woodcock
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Collingwood, ON [05 June 2024] – The Town of Collingwood is pleased to announce a brand-new seed funding opportunity to help increase the supply of affordable housing in our community. New or existing housing organizations are invited to submit an expression of interest for up to $25,000 in seed funding.
Increasing affordable housing supply in Collingwood is the objective, and this funding is intended to seed a non-profit or not-for-profit that can develop, own, and operate affordable housing in the community.
Affordable housing has been identified as a key priority for Council and staff, as well as the Affordable Housing Task Force. With their support and the leadership from consultants N. Barry Lyon Consultants (NBLC) Ltd., the Affordable Housing Master Plan (AHMP), was developed and endorsed by Council in November 2023. The increasing demand for adequate, affordable housing supply has inspired this recent seed funding opportunity at the request of Council. The Town of Collingwood is currently more than 1,300 rental units short to support the current housing needs locally. Moderate income households are priced out of both the ownership and rental housing market, and a limited rental inventory increases prices, creating a constrained market with few options available.
A non-profit or not-for-profit organization that can receive lands or units from donors, build new or renovate existing structures to create affordable housing, or take advantage of future financial incentives from all levels of government or via social financing, could potentially create opportunities for the development of affordable housing by and for the community using this seed funding. The Town is eager to receive submissions that embrace a collaborative and innovative approach to the use of this seed funding.
“The housing issue cannot be solved by any one group alone. Providing seed funding a not-for-profit or non-profit housing group that can develop a community land trust, co-op or other innovative arrangement, and use government or social financing to build, own and/or operate affordable housing over the long-term would be an asset in our community,” said Mayor Yvonne Hamlin.
The Town is proceeding with a Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) to solicit submissions from new or existing community organizations that are interested in this seed funding. Proponents will identify their needs, challenges, and preferences, which will assist the Town and the Affordable Housing Task Force in developing a set of recommended criteria for allocation of the seed funding. Eligible organizations must be a planned, new or existing charity, not-for-profit, non-profit, or community organization.
Please review the Request for Expression of Interest and provide your submission by June 30, 2024 at 4:30 pm.
| For more information, contact: |
| Julie Kaden Communications Coordinator T. 705-445-1030 Ext. 3712 [email protected] Claire de Souza Housing Development Coordinator T. 705-445-1030 Ext. 3242 [email protected] |
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By David Suzuki
Florida is being slammed by rising sea levels, increased flooding, severe storms and extreme heat. Temperatures in the state were above normal every month last year.
Residents are worried. A Florida Atlantic University survey “found that 90 percent of respondents believe climate change is happening” and “Floridians overwhelmingly support more government action to address the impacts of climate change, with 69 percent support for state action and 70 percent support for federal action.”
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s response is bewilderingly backward. He recently signed legislation, effective July 1, that will remove the term “climate change” from state laws and deny consideration of greenhouse gas impacts from energy policies. The legislation “boosts expansion of natural gas, reduces regulations on gas pipelines in the state, and increases protections against bans on gas appliances such as stoves,” the Guardian reports.
Among other measures, it “will also prohibit the construction of offshore wind turbines in state waters and will repeal state grant programs that encourage energy conservation and renewable energy,” the New York Times reports.
“The legislation I signed today … will keep windmills off our beaches, gas in our tanks, and China out of our state,” DeSantis posted on X (formerly Twitter). “We’re restoring sanity in our approach to energy and rejecting the agenda of the radical green zealots.”
From Alberta to Australia, from state and provincial to national governments, denying or ignoring the life-threatening crisis has become an increasingly common tactic as the reality of climate disruption hits home. But scrubbing all mention of climate change and rolling back measures to address it won’t make it go away.
Many politicians are prioritizing destructive fossil fuel industry interests over those of their constituents. U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump, a convicted felon facing even more criminal charges in several jurisdictions, recently asked industry executives from companies including Chevron, ExxonMobil and Occidental Petroleum for US$1 billion in campaign donations in exchange for reducing or discarding climate and pollution policies if he’s elected. Analysis shows the promises could potentially “save the industry $110 billion in tax breaks.”
Mother Jones reports that the U.S. “oil and gas industry benefited disproportionately from tax cuts passed by Trump when he was president in 2017.”
In Canada, Alberta’s government imposed a moratorium and restrictions on renewable energy development, putting “57 projects worth $14-billion at risk of being shelved,” the Pembina Institute says, noting that “32 would generate $80-million a year in potential tax revenue.”
The Globe and Mail reports that, “Dozens of municipalities in Alberta collectively received more than $28-million from wind and solar projects in 2022, according to an analysis by BRC-Canada. Municipalities stood to bring in tax revenues of as much as $277-million annually by 2028 if all projects scheduled before the renewable-energy pause proceeded.”
Meanwhile, the Alberta government continues to promote oilsands and fossil gas development and is celebrating completion of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, for which the federal government paid C$4.5 billion in tax dollars in 2018, with costs ballooning to $34 billion and rising this year.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith wants to double the province’s oil and gas production. The pipeline, which will substantially increase transport of diluted bitumen from Alberta’s oilsands to the B.C. coast for export, will not only increase deadly climate-altering greenhouse gas emissions as the product is burned, but will also put marine life, including endangered southern resident orcas, at risk.
A recent analysis of eight major oil companies by Oil Change International and 200 other organizations worldwide found that all are failing to align with international climate agreements and six “have explicit goals to increase oil and gas production.”
As emissions rise and the planet continues to heat to dangerous levels, damaging ecosystems, human health and economies, oil companies, banks and governments continue to support industry growth, subsidizing and investing in the industries that are putting human survival in peril, while cracking down on, arresting and disparaging those trying to warn humanity of the devastation we’re facing.
Enough is enough. We must demand more of our political representatives and the news media, and expose the greedy fossil fuel industry’s lethal attacks on humanity. We must rethink our obsession with profit and economic growth above everything.
Ignoring the problem will only lock in greater hardships for all life.
David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. Written with David Suzuki Foundation Senior Writer and Editor Ian Hanington.
Learn more at davidsuzuki.org.
EXCERPT: From Alberta to Australia, from state and provincial to national governments, denying or ignoring the life-threatening crisis has become an increasingly common tactic as the reality of climate disruption hits home.
KEY WORDS: climate change, oil, gas, wind solar, Trans Mountain pipeline, Donald Trump, Alberta,
REFERENCES:
Florida Atlantic University survey:
https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/oct23climatesurvey
The Guardian reports:
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/may/16/desantis-climate-change-energy-bill
New York Times reports:
DeSantis posted on X:
Analysis shows:
Mother Jones reports:
Pembina Institute says:
Trans Mountain pipeline expansion:
Double the province’s oil and gas production:
Analysis of eight major oil companies by Oil Change International:
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One of six “Imperial Towers” built on the Great Lakes, the Nottawasaga Lighthouse has been an iconic local landmark for over 150 years. With its impressive masonry construction and intricate finishing details of European origin, the Nottawasaga Lighthouse has provided safe passage for both commercial ships and recreational boaters around the treacherous shoals and shallow waters that guard the entrance to Collingwood’s harbour.
Having saved countless lives through its 159 year history, the life of the Nottawasaga Lighthouse is now endangered itself and needs saving. Lighthouses such as this have played an integral role in Canada’s maritime history and in particular, Collingwood’s Shipbuilding past. Although no longer a “lighted” navigational aid, the mere physical presence of this towering structure serves to assist recreational boaters in visually navigating their way safety back to the safe harbour in Collingwood both in good weather and in bad.
The Nottawasaga Lighthouse Preservation Society (NLPS) is a registered charity dedicated to the restoration and protection of the Nottawasaga Island Lighthouse. Preserving its history for present and future generations of Canadians to enjoy while ensuring its role as a navigational landmark continues.
We need your help to preserve this unique part of Canada’s Great Lakes history. Joining the NLPS as a MEMBER is FREE, make a DONATION or VOLUNTEER to help in whatever capacity you feel comfortable with.
To learn more about the past history and current status of this unique piece of Canada’s maritime heritage, please visit the HISTORY page of this website or CONTACT US for further information as to how you can help us in our Mission to save this unique and iconic structure.
