| WELCOME NEW MEMBERS:
We are pleased to welcome the following new members:
GAMIING, Centre for Sustainable Lakeshore Living Inc.
This non-profit organization is concerned with the degradation of lakes,
lakeshores, streams, ponds and wetlands. They provide native trees, plants
and shrubs for naturalization/rehabilitation of lakeshores. GAMIING offers
Eco-Guardian programs for schools and community groups, as well as approximately
10 kms of trails for hiking or skiing. Visit them at 1884 Pigeon Lake
Rd, www.gamiing.org or call 705-799-7083.
We would also like to welcome S.E.A.L. (Sustainable, Ecological
Alternatives for Living), another non-profit organization. They
are interested in promoting sound environmental practices through education.
S.E.A.L. meets the first Sunday of the month at 2:30 pm at the Full Cup
Café. All are welcome. Phone Steve Clarke at 738-3221, email sealweb2003@yahoo.com
or visit www.sealweb.org. |
Is your ‘to do’
list out of control, are you pressed for time or not able to do some tasks?
If so, call James Cadigan at Complete Handyman Services
for a free, no obligation, quote for your next home project. A wide variety
of services are available, and no job is too small. The phone numbers
are 799-2552 or 872-1235 or email completehandyman@sympatico.ca.
ONTARIO- A LEADER IN LEARNING:
We now have a copy of the Report & Recommendations by Bob Rae, for
the Ministry of Training Colleges & Universities. Stop by our office
to take a look at this comprehensive publication outlining strategies
to improve higher education.
DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS:
On February 2nd, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce met with the Minister
of Environment and her Senior Policy Advisor to discuss Drinking Water
Systems Regulation O. Reg 170/03. The Minister informed the OCC that she
has heard the concerns of the small business owners and the regulations
are currently undergoing another review. |
AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE:
Just a quick reminder that the deadline for The Awards of Excellence nominations
is March, 25th. If you need a copy of the form, please pick one up at
our office or visit www.bobcaygeon.org/ nomination.html. The awards will
be presented at the 7th Annual Spring Social, being held on Saturday,
April 30th. Tickets for this “elegantly casual” evening are
now available at our office.
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER:
The Knox Presbyterian Church will be holding a worship service on Friday,
March 4th at 2:00pm. Bethel Christian Fellowship Pentecostal Assembly,
Christ Anglican Church, Lakes Fellowship, Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic
Church and Trinity United Church will also be participating. Both men
and women are encouraged to join in this service which is being celebrated
around the world. Guest speaker will be Rev. Carey Jo Johnston. Call 738-2397.
NEXT CHAMBER UPDATE:
March 11th. Deadline for info and ads is Tuesday, March 8th |
