Former Fleming College Athlete Inducted Into Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association Hall of Fame

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Former Fleming College Knight Darl Sutherland has been inducted in the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Hall of Fame.

photo courtesy of fleming college.

The CCAA announced his induction April 6 along with 10 other athletes and coaches.  

Sutherland ran cross country for the Fleming Knights from 2000-2006. An Educational Support program student, Sutherland was a mainstay on the Knights’ successful cross country program in the early 2000s. The team, as well as Sutherland, racked up many accolades over five years on both the Ontario College Athletic Association (OCAA) and the CCAA levels.  

Sutherland excelled at the CCAA level, placing third at the 2002 and 2004 CCAA championships, the same years he was recognized as an All-Canadian Athlete. In 2002 his team earned a men's silver medal along with the OCAA conference. In 2004 Sutherland earned the same accolade again when he earned silver medals for the Knights Team and OCAA conference. The following year, his last, he won a team bronze at Nationals. 

The 2023 CCAA Hall of Fame Banquet takes place June 13 in Niagara Falls.

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Indigenous Gifts to Prince of Wales Being On Display For Peterborough Museum & Archives Exbibit Beginning Friday

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Indigenous birch bark baskets are returning to ancestral lands of Michi Saagiig territory as a new temporary exhibit being featured at Peterborough Museum & Archives announced on Tuesday morning.

From left to right) Rachel Peat, Laurie Beavis, Laura Peers and Laurie Carr. The quilled wiigwaasii makakoons must remain in a crate for 48 hours prior to being displayed in order to properly climatize them. Photo by David Tuan bui.

The 13 birch bark baskets, also known as quilled wiigwaasii makakoons (weeg-wah-see mah-ka-coons) go on display to the public beginning Saturday to Nov. 19.

They were made by Michi Saagiig women and gifted to Prince of Wales on Sep. 7, 1860 when he stopped at Rice Lake village (Hiawatha First Nation) as part of a cross-Canada Royal tour.

The exhibition is called “To Honour and Respect: Gifts from the Michi Saagiig Women to the Prince of Wales, 1860,” and explores the cultural knowledge, love, respect and diplomacy that went into the makakoons.

“Hiawatha First Nation and the Mississauga Nation communities are coming together to welcome these Ancestors home for a visit,” said Chief Laurie Carr of Hiawatha First Nation. “We know that the makakoons have the names of women makers attached and there are descendants of these women in our First Nations.

Since 1860, the makakoons have been part of the Royal Trust Collection and housed at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight. They are on loan for exhibition by His Majesty King Charles III. The “To Honour and Respect” curators and the Planning Committee have worked closely with the Royal Collection Trust to facilitate the unique loan.

“Royal Collection Trust is delighted to exhibit this group of gifts presented to the future King Edward VII during the landmark first royal meeting with the Michi Saagiig in 1860,” said Rachel Peat, Royal Collection Trust Curator of Decorative Arts. “Since then, these outstanding works of art have been displayed within the royal residences as a symbol of relations between Mississauga Nation communities and the Crown. Today, this project offers an important opportunity to reconnect with Michi Saagiig knowledge holders and affirm links with this community.”

During the visit of the makakoons, there will be associated programming including workshops on quillwork, provided by Hiawatha First Nation artist Sandra Moore, and on Michi Saagiig language, provided by Curve Lake member Jonathan Taylor.

“While the Ancestors are with us on Michi Saagiig Territory, the PMA will create space for everyone to visit, and we will share knowledge about this art through viewing, workshops and language classes,” said Carr. “We will sit with the Ancestors and acknowledge their spirits and what they have to teach us. Each of the makakoons will add to our cultural knowledge and strength as Michi Saagiig Peoples.”

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Total Fire Ban Remains in Effect for Selwyn Township

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A total fire ban from April 11 remains in effect for the Township of Selwyn.

photo courtesy of selwyn township, facebook.

The Total Burn Ban came into effect on April 11 because of the dry conditions and forecasted warm weather.

All open air burning (including campfires) is prohibited and all fire permits that have been issued are now void until the fire ban is lifted. Residents will be notified by public service announcements, on the Township website, social media and electronic sign boards when the fire ban has been lifted.

For more information, contact the Township of Selwyn Fire Department at (705) 292-7282.

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Limited Tickets Released For Game Three of Peterborough Petes Home Playoff Matchup

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A very limited number of Peterborough Petes tickets have been released for Tuesday’s game three of the Eastern Conference Semi-Final against the Ottawa 67s at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) announced Tuesday morning.

The Petes split a 1-1 road series against Ottawa, losing the first game 4-2 and winning the econd, 2-1. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Tickets can be purchased for Tuesday and Thursday’s games by clicking going online or by contacting the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office in person or at (705) 743-3561. Box office hours are 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and on game day until the second period. 

Fans attending Tuesday’s game are encouraged to wear white for the game for a ‘white out’ with exclusive playoff rally towels provided. The move is to show encouragement for the home team during the playoffs. The tradition began in 1987 by the Winnipeg Jets as a form of intimidation while displaying home team support.

Limited Edition Playoff Rally Towels are being given out at Tuesday night’s Game to all fans in attendance.

The following is the remaining schedule for the second round against the Ottawa 67s:

  • Game 3: Tuesday, April 18 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough

  • Game 4: Thursday, April 20 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough

  • Game 5: Saturday, April 22 @ 4:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa

  • Game 6: Monday, April 24 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough*

  • Game 7: Tuesday, April 25 @ 7:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa*

*if necessary

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Community Care Peterborough Recipient of 2023 Smile Cookie Campaign Beginning In May

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Community Care Peterborough (CCP) is the beneficiary of this year’s Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign proceeds as they were selected by the café owners of Peterborough, Lakefield, Bridgenorth and Curve Lake stores this May announced on Wednesday.

(from left to right) Erika Howe–Gallagher, Ryan Graham, Donna Annett, Mary and Greg Blair with last year’s results of $92,608.26. Photo courtesy of Community Care PEterborough.

Typically held in September, Tim Hortons across the County is now running the annual campaign in May.  It begins on May 1 and runs until May 7.  All proceeds from chocolate chunk Smile Cookie for $1.50 (plus applicable taxes) go towards CCP’s Give a Meal, Give a Drive initiative and its other community support programs.

“Although we have many clients who do not struggle, we have an increasing number who do,” said Alicia Vandine, donor relations and communications lead. “Many more seniors and adults with disabilities are making difficult choices about cutting food costs or missing medical appointments to reduce travel costs in order to remain in their home.’

Last year, Tim Hortons locally raised a record-breaking $92,608.26 while $15 million was sold over Canada.

“We are so honoured to be selected again this year and our staff and volunteers teams will be working alongside the Tim Hortons teams to help with production again this year, icing cookies and answering questions in restaurants about Community Care,” said Vandine. “We encourage the public to visit their local Tim Hortons during the new campaign week of May 1st to May 7th to purchase a Smile Cookie and maybe, we can even break last year’s record and sell 100,000 cookies.”

Members of the public can also pre-order a box of 12 cookies by visiting CCP’s website to download a pre-order form that you can drop off at your local Tim Hortons restaurant.

Participating locations:

In Peterborough

  • 721 Ashburnham Dr.

  • 1527 Water St.

  • 1200 Lansdowne St. W.

  • 336 Lansdowne St. E.

  • 871 - 875 Chemong Rd.

  • 157 George St. N.

  • 645 Lansdowne St.W.

  • 55 Park St. N.

  • 81 Hunter St. E.

  • 898 Monaghan Rd.

  • 1781 Lansdowne St.

  • 1420 Crawford Dr.

  • 1901 Lansdowne St. W.

  • 949 Highway 7 E.

  • 110 Chandler Cres.

In Lakefield

  • 139 Queen St.

In Bridgenorth

  • 758 Ward St. N.

In Curve Lake

  • 1420 Mississauga St.

The Smile Cookie campaign began in 1996 as a way to help raise funds for the Hamilton Children’s Hospital in Ontario and has grown to become a major fundraising event at Tim Hortons Restaurants. 

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‘Get Your Art On’ at Mount Community Centre’s Art and Craft Exhibition and Sale

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Join the Mount Community Centre for the 7th annual ‘Get Your Art On’ exhibition and sale of local arts and crafts at Austin Doran Hall at The Mount Community Centre May 12 to 14.

photo courtesy of the mount community centre, facebook.

Paintings, photography, pottery, sculpturing, woodworking and more will be on display and for sale.

“There are numerous artists and crafts people coming to display and sell their works,” says Hartley Stephenson, local artist and event organizer. “The items are unique and specially designed to please the buyer. Attendees are bound to find something that will interest them and be a perfect gift for Mother’s Day celebrations.”

The Mother’s Day Weekend exhibition and sale will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Friday, May 12 to Sunday, May 14 at the Mount Community Centre (1545 Monaghan Rd.)

This event is free admission, and 10 per cent of all profits will go to The Mount Community Centre’s ongoing commitment to providing affordable housing and food security.

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PTBOCanada Featured Post: Kawartha Downs Presents: The Monster Madness Tour

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The Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan’s Red Pashmina Walk Returns

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The Peterborough chapter of the Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan are bringing back their Red Pashmina Walk, fundraising for Afghan women and girls on April 30.

photo courtesy of canadian women for women in afghanistan.

The Red Pashmina Walk organized by the Peterborough chapter of Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan will also include a sale of red pashminas, natural stone jewellery and books.

This walk has been held in Peterborough since 2011, with a brief hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and this year is the return of the walk.

Starting at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday April 30, participants can meet for registration at Emmanuel Church church hall (534 George St. N.) At 2 p.m., Afghan female activist Selay Ghaffar will speak.

The walk around East City starts at 3 p.m. and there will be a shorter walk for those who wish to partake.

Proceeds from the walk, pashminas, books, jewellery, etc. go to on-the-ground aid and educational support for women and girls in Afghanistan during this critical time in the country’s history. 

For information and to register ahead of time/get a pledge form, contact Daphne Ingram at 705-656-3820, or via email.

Those looking for further information can visit www.CW4Afghan.ca and/or www.redpashmina.org.

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City of Peterborough Launching Green Bin Program This Fall

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Ahead of Earth Day on Saturday, the City of Peterborough is launching its new Green Bin program scheduled for Oct. 31, announced at Eastgate Park on Monday morning.

(from left to right) Councillor Alex Bierk, Councillor Joy LaChica, Mayor Jeff Leal and Councillor Gary Baldwin. The bins are able to keep pests and other animals from being rummaging through. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Councillor Gary Baldwin is the chair of the City’s waste management portfolio and says the new bins are going to be delivered ahead of the launch, scheduled for Oct. 31. On that day, Peterborough is switching garbage collection to every two weeks and clear bags must be used. Green Bin collection occurs on alternate weeks from garbage according to Baldwin.

“Earth Day is a great reminder that we are all responsible for environmental stewardship,” he said. “I’m really proud that Peterborough is putting the environment front and centre with upcoming changes to waste management.”

The Green Bins are for curbside collection while a smaller kitchen container will also be provided for most residential properties. Multi-residential and condominium properties that receive private waste collection services are not included.

The Green Bin for curbside collection is a heavy-duty, pest-proof cart with wheels and a locking mechanism on the lid. It can only be unlocked manually or when flipped upside down.

The following items will be accepted in the Green Bin:

  • all food waste (cooked, raw, bones or spoiled);

  • soiled paper products (tissues, paper towels, cardboard, pizza boxes);

  • pet waste and kitty litter (no plastic liners or bags)

The following items will be disposed of in the garbage: 

  • non-recyclable product packaging

  • coffee pods

  • diapers and wipes

  • feminine hygiene products;

  • plastic bags and film (overwrap)

Organic material makes up about 40 per cent of residential waste in Canada according to Mayor Jeff Leal. At full capacity, the City’s Green Resource Organics Works composting facility could accept up to 40,000 tonnes of organic material per year from the City and County of Peterborough.

Leal continued to mention that food waste at the landfill contributes to the production of greenhouse gases and leachate.

“By reducing methane gas production at the landfill through diverting organic material for composting, greenhouse gas emissions will be reduced by 1,943 tonnes of carbon dioxide in 2030 and by a total of 79,305 tonnes between 2023 and 2050,” said Leal.

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Peterborough's Porter Martone Selected for Team Canada's 2023 IIHF U18 World Championship Roster

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Peterborough’s Porter Martone has been selected to Team Canada's 2023 IIHF U18 World Championship Roster, competing in Basel and Ajoie, Switzerland, announced on Saturday.

Photo courtesy of Natalie Shaver of OHL Images.

He is joined by former Peterborough Pete Nick Lardis, who was shipped to the Hamilton Bulldogs on Jan. 7, a few days prior to the trade deadline.

Martone had six goals and seven assists in 29 games with the Sarnia Sting before being traded to the Mississauga Steelheads, also on Jan. 7. The Peterborough-born forward saw an increase in numbers after the move, with 13 goals and nine assists in 32 games.

He was a member of the Peterborough Petes U15 AAA team, scoring six goals and 15 assists in 36 games.

Team Canada’s rosted announced on Saturday. Photo courtesy of Hockey Canada.

The following is Team Canada’s schedule:

  • Canada vs. Sweden - April 20

  • Canada vs. Germany - April 21

  • Slovakia vs. Canada - April 23

  • Czech Republic vs. Canada - April 25

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