The Cavanaghs' Homestead Herefords In Ennismore Win 2014 Farm Family Of The Year

Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture and The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce have announced the 2014 Farm Family of the Year is the Cavanagh family, owners of Homestead Herefords at 200 Edenberry Line, Ennismore.

Some key facts about the farm

-> Homestead Herefords is a sixth generation family farm.
-> It was settled in 1854 and still remains on the original homestead.
-> The farm is currently operated by Dave and Fran Cavanagh, along with their two children, Danielle and Jordan.
-> Dave’s parents Gerard and Grace are still very much involved with the farm as well.
-> The farm currently runs 30 Purebred Hereford females which are shown quite heavily during the summer months across Ontario, with the family travelling about 12 weekends a year to shows. Their show season traditionally ends with the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto. 
-> The Cavanagh family is fully committed to the long-term sustainability of the family farm and the cow calf industry in Ontario, promoting their cause at every opportunity.

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PTBOCanada Pics: Canadian Citizenship Ceremony Was A Beautiful Event

The Canadian Citizenship Ceremony had more than 40 people (representing 21 countries) take the Oath of Citizenship on Thursday (November 13th) at the Canadian Canoe Museum. It was a joyous occasion with high fives, hugs, smiles and laughter all around. Have a look at these photos we captured.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]

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New Art Exhibit In Peterborough Features Photos Of Abandoned Houses & Buildings In Rural Ontario

Peterborough artist Julie Douglas and Brighton artist Mark S. Gagne have teamed up for a unique photo exhibit at Ashburnham Ale House in East City for the month of November. Entitled "Chasing Shadows", it features stunning photos of abandoned buildings and spaces throughout Ontario, including several from Peterborough. Here are just a few...

1. "Old Telly"

(Photograph was taken in an abandoned farmhouse near Colborne, Ont. Many articles were left behind such as couches, chairs, an antique stove, and vintage televisions.)

Mark S. Gagne

2.  "Ascension"

(Photograph was taken in the Mount St. Joseph Convent in Peterborough.)

Mark S. Gagne

3. "21 Steps"

(Photograph was taken in an abandoned farmhouse near Peterborough. In older homes such as this one, you'll find that stairways have shorter risers and more steps compared to newer homes.)

Mark S. Gagne

4. "Old Trike"

(Photograph was taken in an abandoned house near Campbellford. Many vintage children's toys were found in this home, including dolls, board games and this lonely little trike.)

Mark S. Gagne

5. "Traces"

(Photograph taken in an abandoned farmhouse near Warsaw.)

Julie Douglas

6. "Waiting"

(Photograph taken in an abandoned house near Hastings.)

Julie Douglas

7. "Spirit of the Piano"

(Photograph taken in an abandoned house near Campbellford.)

Julie Douglas

8. "Alice Hastings 2"

(Photograph taken in an abandoned house near Hastings.)

Julie Douglas

For more info on the exhibit, click here.

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Awesome: 48 People From Peterborough & Area To Receive Canadian Citizenship At Ceremony

Peterborough's Kemi Akapo receiving her citizenship in 2012 ceremony

Peterborough is hosting a Canadian Citizenship Ceremony this Thursday (November 13th) at the Canadian Canoe Museum where 48 people will get their Canadian citizenship!

The New Canadians Centre Peterborough (NCC) and the Peterborough Partnership Council on Immigrant Integration (PPCII) are hosting this special event in conjunction with Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC), the County of Peterborough, the City of Peterborough, and the Canadian Canoe Museum.

At the ceremony, 48 people from Peterborough and the surrounding area will receive their Canadian Citizenship in the event presided over by Judge Babcock.

This is the fourth time that the ceremony is being hosted in Peterborough. In previous years, new Canadians have had to travel to the Citizenship and Immigration in Oshawa for the ceremony. As part of the PPCII action plan to welcome new Canadians to Peterborough, a request was put through to CIC to host the ceremony here.

For many, this day marks the end of an uncertain past, and the start of a future filled with opportunities and a chance to pursue their dreams.

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Community Foundation Hosting 5th Annual Philanthropy Forum November 13th

The Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough is the hosting their 5th annual Philanthropy Forum on Thursday, November 13th at the Peterborough Golf and Country Club. The Philanthropy Forum is a day-long conference that provides professional development opportunities for the non-profit sector while celebrating and encouraging the spirit of philanthropy in our community.

NETWORKING & WORKSHOPS

The Philanthropy Forum will include opportunities for networking and workshops on topics such as volunteer engagement, strategic planning, and partnerships with the business sector.

Speakers include James Raffan, a writer and geographer who is currently Director of Development at the Canadian Canoe Museum; David Love, a donor and fundraiser with 44 years of experience; and Freddy King, a hip hop and spoken word artist from Toronto who was recognized by the Michaëlle Jean Foundation in 2013 for his community work.

The conference will also include a special focus on the arts and culture sector, with workshop sessions exploring impact assessment and trends in policy and funding.

“Philanthropy contributes so much to our community, and the Forum is one way that we can recognize, strengthen and support it,” says Janice Green, Board Chair at CFGP. “We’re excited to be going into our fifth anniversary of the event with such strong support from the community and such positive momentum from previous years.”

Learn more here about this special day.

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#RememberThem: Thousands Expected To Gather At Confederation Park At Cenotaph

UPDATED: Some pictures from today's ceremony at the Cenotaph....

Fantastic turn out this year @Ptbo_Canada #RememberanceDay #ptbo pic.twitter.com/wmjOcp5VQN

— JJ (@JJ_Johnson9) November 11, 2014

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ORIGINAL POST:

Today is Remembrance Day and the 100th anniversary of the First World War. As citizens of our free country gather at Cenotaphs across the land, we pause to think and say thank you for the tremendous sacrifices that were made to protect our future by women and men many decades ago.  

The ceremony in Peterborough begins at our Cenotaph (located at 500 George St. N) at Confederation Park at 10 a.m. with a parade followed by an always touching ceremony beginning at 10:30. As is tradition, a moment of silence will be held at 11 a.m. followed by closing remarks and song.

With the World Wars and Korean War having ended so many years ago, our local veterans from those events are fewer in number. We urge you to put on your poppy and head downtown to this touching event and show support for our local veterans. Without their help, the world might have been a very different place than it is today. We thank them for all the freedoms we now take for granted.

Lest we forget.  —by Aaron Elliott

Here is a tribute by the Peterborough Pop Ensemble set to "Honour You"...

A montage of photos set to "We Honour You", an original choral work written by Barbara Monahan (2005) and performed by The Peterborough Pop Ensemble. We are forever grateful to the men and women, past and present, for their service to our country. We will never forget.

Learn more about Remembrance Day here.

The Trews "Highway of Heroes"...

"Highway of Heroes", was co-written and co-produced by The Trews and Gordie Johnson (Big Sugar) and was inspired by the 2006 death of Captain Nichola Goddard from The Trews' hometown of Antigonish, NS. Canada's Highway of Heroes, is the section of the MacDonald-Cartier freeway named to honour those who have sacrificed all in service of country.

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