I hope that those who come to use this trail, in the years to come, will be reminded of the dedication Suzy had to her family, her students and her community”, said Northumberland – Quinte West MPP Rob Milligan. “I want to thank Alex Rutherford, the Suzy Kernaghan Trail Committee, Cramahe Township Council and all the others who have worked so hard to create this wonderful tribute to a wonderful teacher and friend.”

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Ontario Trails is pleased to add Direct Bearing to its Training and Education Faculty. Just as importantly OTC is pleased that Direct Bearing Inc. will offer 10 hours of trails risk management training as part of the Trailhead Ontario program. Use the register button to simply register for training.

This is full scale training in risk management that will gives you the tools and situational application of risk management to your trail such that you can operate your trail with confidence and knowledge that you have put into practice risk avoidance, due diligence and assessment to manage your trail.

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“Power Sport Services will focus on innovation and leading edge management of the motorcycle, ATV and power sport vehicle shows and the Open Road Powersport Insurance program,” stated Ramsay, who will also take on the role of President of PSS.

“Over the next few months, the company will be working on the strategic integration of its operations,” commented Mr. Ramsay. “With close to 200,000 people attending the MMIC and COHV Motorcycle & ATV shows each year, we are always looking for imaginative ways to provide more value for consumers and exhibitors of the shows. We believe that the launch of the new company is the appropriate next step in building on the future of shows and the expansion of the Open Road Powersport insurance program,” added Ramsay.

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As Ontario’s watershed managers, Conservation Authorities already deliver numerous programs in partnership with Ontario ministries and many other agencies, corporations and landowners. “Our programs promote a watershed-based approach which is a model that cost effectively manages the impacts on Ontario’s water resources by looking at activities from across multiple sectors all at once,” Pearson said. “And we do this in a very practical manner, responding to local conditions and issues.”

Huntsville real estate agent Susan Brown said she’s sold four cottages in the last two months at a time when many in her industry are heading south to Florida to escape the cold and slow times.

“I’ve been busier now than I have been in 22 years in the winter,” she told CTV News Saturday. “Usually, it’s very quiet.” Even in cottage country this year the snow is below normal, meaning easier access to listed properties. Rural roads that are typically covered in snow are passable and that appears to be attracting buyers to market earlier than usual, Brown said.

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The plan would be phased in over a 20-year period at a proposed cost of $125 million, split between Peel Region and other government partners.
The municipality hopes the investment will help reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality and increase physical activity.

“This plan demonstrates a shift in understanding on transportation from a focus on moving people in cars, and moving goods in trucks, to one that considers that, but balances it more with different modes of transportation — in particular, with active transportation and public transit,” said Dr. Eileen de Villa, Peel’s associate medical officer of health. “It is good for health, it is good for the environment and, frankly, it is more economical.”
The plan includes the revamping of existing pedestrian and cycling networks as well as constructing new ones. It also calls for developing “outreach programs aimed at shifting travel behaviour.”

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Not now, outdoor educators gathered at the site centre said Saturday. Now, they said, kids average 53 hours in front of screens each week. Nor would it be possible now for a school board to find funding to buy and maintain such a property. ”We’re very fortunate they had the foresight to do that,” site manager Deb Diebel said. “This place is a gem.”

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On Nov. 1 City Council passed a $2.8 million proposal to begin work on Stage I of the Great Cataraqui River Trail. Mary and Edward Farrar, the two main instigators of the project say they are very happy with City Council’s decision to back the project. Stage 1 is estimated to take up to ten years to complete.

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The first place winners in each of the categories are:

• People of all Ages Enjoy Conservation Areas- Elton Law, taken at Thornton Bales Conservation Area
• My Favourite Conservation Area- Kevin Best, taken at Webster’s Falls Conservation Area
• Wildlife is Everywhere in Conservation Areas- Dayle Hayhoe, taken at Mountsberg Conservation Area

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Here’s a peek.

If you spot one, snap it and post it on our wall. Or tweet it to us @fortyork and tell us where you found it… Let’s have some fun!

View the story here – Fort York National Historic Site.