4th Line Theatre Announces Artists Participating In 2022 Interdisciplinary Residency Program

4th Line Theatre has announced the artists participating in their first ever interdisciplinary residency program for regional artists.

Photos courtesy of 4th Line Theatre.

Five residencies, which will provide opportunities for artists, based in or who are, from Millbrook, Peterborough, Lakefield, Port Hope, Cobourg and the surrounding environs, to develop a new work.

The artists participating in the program will be Madeline Brown, Laurin Isiekwena, Simon Mazziotti, Madison Sheward and Kate Suhr.

The 2022 Interdisciplinary Residency Program will foster artistic development and engagement between 4th Line Theatre, local artists and community members in theatre, music theatre, dance and poetry.

“In our continuing effort to give regional artists opportunities to explore and create new work, we have developed these longer form residencies for just that purpose.”

Laurin Isiekwena will be creating new works of poetry. Madeleine Brown will be working on a piece of theatre about the student fight to keep Peterborough Collegiate from being permanently closed. Kate Suhr will be working in a play with music about the inherited family trauma of addiction. Madison Sheward and Simon Mazziotti will both be developing new choreographic works.

The residencies will begin in February 2022. They will feature a hybrid (digital and live) presentation in October 2022. The presentation will showcase a performance from each of the resident artists.

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Trent University Joins Rare Winter Sampling Of The Great Lakes

Trent University is joining Winter Grab, a first-of-its-kind coordinated winter research effort to collect and analyze ice and water samples from all five of the Great Lakes in order to paint a picture of water quality and life in and under the ice

Dr. Marguerite Xenopoulos, Canada Research Chair of Global Change of Freshwater Ecosystems and professor of Biology at Trent University, looks out over the ice-covered Lake Superior. Photo courtesy of Dr. Marguerite Xenopoulos

As one of 16 research institutions from Canada and the United states—and one of only three Canadian universities—Trent will venture onto the ice to support the largest coordinated winter sampling effort for these globally significant ecosystems.

“Not much winter research is done on lakes because the prevailing thought has been that everything is cold and frozen so there must not be much going on,” said Dr. Marguerite Xenopoulos, Canada Research Chair of Global Change of Freshwater Ecosystems and professor of Biology at Trent University. “However, several recent studies have now shown that life under the ice is abundant and diverse, and large lakes are increasingly vulnerable to climate change. No one is exactly sure what the consequences will be with ice cover losses and increasing air and water temperatures. The need for winter research has never been greater, particularly to help inform management decisions.”

Professor Xenopoulos, one of two Canada Research Chairs involved in the project, will be leading the analyses of dissolved organic carbon (DOC) for ice and water samples from every site of the Winter Grab collaboration. DOC is a major component of the Earth’s carbon cycle and an important player in the functioning of aquatic systems. Prof. Xenopoulos has spent the last 20 years studying this sentinel variable in lakes and rivers across Ontario and the Great Lakes.

“Among its many functions, dissolved organic carbon fuels aquatic food webs and microbes respire it into carbon dioxide,” said Prof. Xenopoulos. “But knowledge of this in winter is virtually unknown.”

Upwards of 30 locations are expected to be sampled by research teams across all five of the lakes during the week of Feb. 14 – the date that has historically marked peak ice cover extent on the Great Lakes. Trent University researchers will sample Lake Ontario’s Bay of Quinte and the southern part of Lake Huron’s Georgian Bay on the Canadian side.

Each research team will collect a large piece of ice and several litres of water for analyses of nutrients, carbon, phytoplankton and algae, and zooplankton. Teams will also submerge sensors to take on-site readings of water temperature, oxygen, chlorophyll and conductivity levels.

“Just looking at the number of sites that are being sampled, the distances being travelled, and analyses being completed, it is evident how significant this collaboration is,” said Dr. Nolan Pearce, a post-doctoral fellow working with Prof. Xenopoulos. “You need these partnerships to build a comprehensive understanding of what is happening across the Great Lakes because of the scale of area, but also because it brings together scientists with their own areas of expertise.”

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Former St.FX USports Standout And All Canadian Randy Ribeiro Joins Electric City Football Club’s Coaching Staff For 2022

Electric City Football Club (ECFC) has named Randy Ribeiro the club’s League1 Ontario Women’s first Team Coach and Men’s Assistant Coach.

Randy Ribeiro and Rob Jenkins. Photo courtesy of Electric City Football Club.

Ribeiro joins ECFC from FC London and Fanshaw College where he worked with ECFC Head Coach Michael Marcoccia as Assistant Coach of the League1 Ontario Women’s program for the past four years and Fanshaw College Women’s team for the past three. He has also been Head Coach of FC London’s League1 Ontario Women’s Reserve Team for the past four years and assistant on the League1 Ontario Men’s Reserve team for the past two.

“I am really excited to continue my coaching career with Electric City FC,” Ribeiro said, “I’m looking forward to being in Peterborough with the athletes and creating a brand of football that the community will enjoy watching and be proud of.”

As a player, Ribeiro was formerly the captain of FC London’s men’s side, where he played for 5 seasons. Ribeiro retired as the all-time leader in appearances for the London side with 72 from 2016 to 2021. Prior to FC London, Ribeiro played for St. Francis Xavier University for 5 years in Antigonish, Nova Scotia and during his time there was named Atlantic University Sport All-Star in 4 of his 5 years and U Sports All Canadian in 2013.

“We were very impressed with Randy’s coaching ability, relationship building, and record of success especially in the women’s game,” Club President Rob Jenkins said. “His drive, dedication, and ambition were evident from the first time we met. He has been a constant with Michael throughout the past five years in London and we are thrilled to have him join us in Peterborough to continue that tradition of success.”

Ribeiro is of Portuguese descent and holds a dual citizenship. In addition to his time at St.FX and FC London he spent three years with the Toronto Lynx in the USL Premier Development League and spent time training with the Professional Club CD Santa Clara in Portugal.

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Campbellford Memorial Hospital Celebrates Resident Doctors Appreciation Week

Campbellford Memorial Hospital is celebrating Resident Doctors Appreciation Week until Friday.

Dr. Kelly Nhu Le at Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Photo courtesy of CMH.

Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) and the Trent Hills Family Health Team (THFHT) continue to support the teaching of the next generation of physicians.

Resident doctors are physicians who are engaged in supervised medical training prior to obtaining their licensure for independent practice.

Resident Doctors Appreciation Week provides an opportunity to highlight the critical role that residents fill while working in the communities in which they are learning.

A Family Medicine career requires the completion of 2 years of residency following medical school, with the option of completing an additional year of Enhanced Skills training. While enrolled in a Family Medicine program, residents must complete a block of time at a rural teaching practice site.  Both the Campbellford and Warkworth branch of the THFHT have accredited teaching sites that provide residents with both a solid “small hospital” and comprehensive Family Medicine experience. 

While at CMH, residents will work shifts on the inpatient floor, the emergency department, and at ambulatory clinics.

 CMH, along with the THFHT, has a resident doctor affiliation agreement with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University. On average, they host 6-8 resident doctors per year and have done so for over 40 years.

“I am amazed and inspired by the strong sense of community,” said current CMH University of Toronto resident Dr. Kelly Nhu Le. “Everyone I have worked with so far has been incredibly welcoming and helpful.”

Some residents have returned to Trent Hills to practice medicine full time once residency was complete. Others have returned to locum (provide relief coverage) for local physicians, taking advantage of a familiar spot in which to start practicing independently.

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Peterborough Public Health Issues Drug Poisoning Alert In Area

Peterborough Public Health and local partners are notifying the public about the extension of the Drug Poisoning Alert issued last Friday.

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On Monday the Early Warning Surveillance System detected seven drug-related incidents that occurred from Feb. 4 - 6.

Members of the public are encouraged to be cautious when using drugs. Due to the toxic drug supply, the colour of drug, type of drug (i.e. opioids, cocaine, methamphetamine, etc.), or how the drug is being used does not matter. Any street drug may cut or mixed with toxic substances, which may cause a fatal poisoning.

Peterborough Public Health suggests the following:

• Always carry a naloxone kit. Keep it visible and close to you. To find out how to access naloxone please visit www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca and search for “Opioids” or click here.

• If you or a loved one uses drugs, practice harm reduction.

• Plan ahead and connect to available supports that can help you and help our community stay as safe as possible.

• Use Peterborough Public Health’s ‘Drug Reporting Tool’ to anonymously report overdose incidents and harms in the community. The Drug Reporting Tool can be accessed by clicking here.

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Trent University to Hold 46th Annual Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering Virtually

A virtual gathering for the 46th annual Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering for reconciliation through storytelling held by the First Peoples House of Learning (FPHL) and the Chanie Wenjack School for Indigenous Studies at Trent University from Friday to Sunday.

Photo courtesy of Trent University.

“The Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering is an important annual event that connects students, community members and Elders,” says Dr. Dawn Lavell-Harvard, FPHL director. “This year’s theme focuses on Reconciliation through Restor(y)ing Our Truth, which seeks to honour the voices, histories, and narratives of all our nations through sharing stories and teachings from Elders and knowledge holders.”

Each year, the Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering offers an opportunity for attendees to share in Indigenous knowledge through workshops, presentations, and performances.

This year’s gathering features keynote addresses from National Chief RoseAnne Archibald, Dr. Niigan Sinclair, Sylvia Maracle and Rick Hill, as well as an inspiring line-up of Elders and traditional knowledge keepers sharing their stories throughout the event.

Special for 2022, the three-day conference features an all-new Youth Panel featuring Shina Novalinga, Notorious Cree, Kendra Jessie, Zhaawnong Webb, and Autumn Cooper discussing how Reconciliation through Restor(y)ing Our Truth and social change are possible through education via digital and social media content creation.

Indigenous Insights, the Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering pre-conference will be held virtually on Fri. at 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in collaboration with the Trent Centre for Aging & Society. T

his year’s event, Aging with Grace, is sponsored by the Provost’s Lecture Series for Reconciliation, featuring keynote speaker Cliff Whetung from Curve Lake First Nation and a panel discussion with Professor Emeritus Shirley Williams, Dr. Dan Longboat, and M.A. candidate Janette Corston to discuss their experiences combined with Cliff’s research.

Admission is free and all are welcome. Advanced registration for Indigenous Insights and the Elders Gathering is required.

Highlights of this year’s virtual events are listed below. Visit the Elders Gathering website to register and view the full schedule of speakers, workshops and presentations.

Pre-conference Indigenous Insights: Aging with Grace
Fri., Feb. 11, 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

• Keynote Address: Cliff Whetung, New York University’s Silver School of Social Work

• Panel featuring: Dan Longboat, Shirley Williams, Janette Corston and Cliff Whetung

Day One: Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering
Fri., Feb. 11, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Elders Opening Prayer: Elder Doug Williams and Elder Shirley Williams

• Chief Welcome Addresses: Hiawatha, Curve Lake and Alderville First Nations

• Open Comments: Metis Nation Ontario, Trent University, City of Peterborough, County of Peterborough, House of Commons and the Provincial Parliament of Ontario

• Keynote Address: National Chief RoseAnne Archibald

• Keynote Presentation: Dr. Niigaan Sinclair

• Simultaneous Panels: Two Spirit and Women in Leadership Panel

• Words of Wisdom: Elders Panel

Day Two: Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering
Sat. Feb. 12, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Keynote Address: Sylvia Maracle

• Simultaneous Workshops:

  • Metis Finger Weaving and Inuit Throat Singing & Cultural Reclamation Urban Settings

  • Language & Drumming and Native Women’s Association

• Youth Panel: Notorious Cree, Shina Novalinga, Kendra Jessie, Zhaawnong Webb and Autumn Cooper

• Words of Wisdom: Elders Panel

Day Three: Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering
Sun., Feb. 13, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

• Keynote Address: Rick Hill

• Closing Words, Gratitude and Prayers: Elders, Chanie Wenjack School of Indigenous Studies and FPHL

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Mike Dalliday Launches Redesigned Pilates On Demand Website To Honour Late Wife’s Entrepreneurial Vision

Pilates on Demand, an online platform offering Pilates, Yoga, Barre and Meditation classes has launched a redesigned website with upgraded member features to honour the vision and legacy of the company’s founder and former CEO, Jess Dalliday announced on Tuesday.

Jess Dalliday with her daughter. Photo courtesy of Innovation Cluster.

At the young age of 32, Dalliday suddenly and tragically passed away during childbirth in April 2021 along with newborn daughter, Angeline.

Her passing left husband Mike, 2-year old daughter, family, friends, and the Peterborough community completely devastated and in shock. Jess was fiercely passionate about changing the fitness landscape to be an inclusive, accepting space, and was dedicated to defying fitness industry norms that suggest exercise is a way to change your body, instead of loving your body right now.

Mike Dalliday with daughter. Photo courtesy of Innovation Cluster.

Jess’ husband Mike is honouring his late wife’s vision by becoming the CEO of Pilates on Demand, stepping away from his career as a Physician Assistant. With no entrepreneurial experience taking over Jess’ successful business seemed daunting, but through the Innovation Cluster’s mentorship and expertise Mike has been able to drive Jess’ vision forward, which most recently has involved the launch of a redesigned website and platform.

“We are beyond excited to introduce this all-new experience to our members and to anyone new to our service,” said Mike. “Since losing Jess last spring we’ve been working hard to ensure her legacy is carried forward. We continue to pride ourselves on being an online exercise platform for everyone. We don’t focus on pounds, inches or appearance. Our goal is for our members to feel comfortable and confident in the body they have right now, and we really feel our new design and user experience will help us and our members achieve that goal.”

Pilates on Demand provides hundreds of convenient and safe exercise classes that members can do anywhere, anytime, and at any skill level.

"During the times of the pandemic, Pilates on Demand has seen exponential growth and has been able to pivot their business to focus on the growing demand for virtual exercise,” said President of the Innovation Cluster, John Gillis. “With the launch of the new website, new and existing members will be able to experience a new and convenient way to exercise. POD is not only a place to exercise but also a place to be part of a strong community."

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Local Fraternity Holds Outdoor Campout For 48 Hours To Fundraise For the Homeless

Members of the Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) fraternity slept in a makeshift shelter for 48 hours last weekend to raise money for One City Peterborough to help anyone experiencing homelessness.

(left to right) Christopher Mills, Brendan Alexander, Oscar Fuchs and Marcus Fuchs huddled in a makeshift structure with hay and a tarp in the cold at the Venture North parking lot on George Street North. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

TKE (Upsilon-Kappa chapter) aids men in their mental, moral and social development for life according to their website.

The fraternity slept outside at the Venture North parking lot on George Street North from Friday at 4:00 p.m. to Sunday at 4:00 p.m. The campaign gave their members to experience the hardships and struggles that people experiencing homelessness face according to Christopher Mills, TKE member.

"We will never truly understand what it's like to be homeless because I have a nice car, I can go back home to and a bed but not everyone has that opportunity," said Mills. "So I couldn't even begin to imagine what all of them (the homeless) have to go through being out here in all this weather.”

TKE was successful in reaching its goal of $5,000 on Saturday night raising over $3,500 in an online fundraiser and the rest with in-person donations.

The homeless showed their gratitude as they often paid visits to them and grabbed a snack or drink for their trouble.

"Some of the people experiencing homelessness came by to show their support, thanked us and asked us for any food," said Mills. "Some of them even donated themselves because they were so grateful for the work that we're doing."

The fraternity also had local supporters making food, drink and monetary donations towards the cause. The Peterborough Police Service and MP Michelle Ferreri also paid visits to show their support.

"We're trying to do our part and help make Canada a better place to live,” concluded Mills.

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Scott Gilbert Retires As Peterborough Police Chief

Chief of Peterborough Police Scott Gilbert will officially retire as of Monday.

Photo courtesy of Peterborough Police Services.

Peterborough Police Services Board made the announcement last Friday.

“On behalf of the board, we acknowledge Scott’s accomplishments during his tenure ensuring that community safety was always priority number one,” said board chair Les Kariunas in a media release.

Gilbert became Peterborough’s police chief in July 2018, after being a long-time member of the Toronto Police Service.

“Scott has led the service through significant changes over the past three and a half years,” Kariunas said. “His work in advancing police accountability, adoption of new technologies and creating efficiencies in police community responses have resulted in a well-respected police service by citizens throughout the City of Peterborough, Lakefield and Cavan-Monaghan. The Board wishes him all the best in retirement.”

Deputy Chief Tim Farquharson has been appointed as Acting Chief effective Monday.

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