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Haldimand County seeking new members for boards and committees of Council

Haldimand County is currently accepting applications for citizen representation on numerous boards and committees of Council. Recruitment for boards and committees is held every 4 years with the commencement of a new term of Council.

The role of board and committee members is to provide Council and staff with input on a wide variety of issues. Becoming a member offers residents a unique chance to volunteer their skills and share ideas for the betterment of the community.

Applications from all residents with diverse backgrounds and skill sets are welcome. In total, new members are being sought for 11 boards and committees. These include:

  • Accessibility Advisory Committee
  • Agricultural Advisory Committee
  • Business Development & Planning Advisory Committee
  • Committee of Adjustment
  • Haldimand County Public Library Board
  • Haldimand Museums Advisory Board
  • Heritage Haldimand
  • Police Services Board
  • Seniors Advisory Committee
  • Trails Advisory Committee
  • Youth Advisory Committee

The number of positions available on each board and committee varies.

Further information about Haldimand’s boards and committees – including terms of reference, member roles, responsibilities and the online application form – are available on the Haldimand County website. Residents are encouraged to review the descriptions for each committee prior to submitting their application.

Following the application closing date of November 30, applications will be reviewed and recommendations will be formally presented to Haldimand Council for its consideration and decision in January 2023.

Residents who wish to learn more or apply for a board/committee position are encouraged to visit the Boards and Committees page on the county website.

November programs at Haldimand County Library

Haldimand County Public Library has two engaging events coming up this November. To register, visit or call your local branch at (289) 674-0400 or e-mail the library’s Outreach Coordinator at kkrupicz@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

2022 One Book One Haldimand author visit

Residents are invited to join fellow Haldimand County readers for a virtual visit by this year’s One Book One Haldimand author Emily Austin on Thursday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m.

Attendees have the option to visit either online, from the comfort of their own home via Zoom, or in person at the Cayuga Branch. Participants will enjoy a short reading, a book talk and a Q&A session facilitated by library staff. Library membership is not required to join the discussion.

This year’s selection is Everyone In This Room Will Someday be Dead, written by Canadian author Emily Austin. Copies are available at Haldimand County Library branches in print format and from the library’s CloudLibrary and Libby digital services in e-book and e-audio formats.

Christmas card stamping workshop

Join Annette Ball from Stampin With the Bee’s to make three beautiful Christmas cards to send to family and friends. The registration fee is $10 with all proceeds being donated to the Library. Workshops are scheduled as follows:

Hagersville Branch: Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 6 p.m.

Jarvis Branch: Thursday, Nov. 24 at 6 p.m.

Cayuga Branch: Thursday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m.

10th Annual Uniquely Haldimand Photo Contest running October 15 – December 1, 2022

The County’s annual Uniquely Haldimand Photo Contest – now in its 10th year – will be accepting entries from October 15 to December 1, 2022. Residents and visitors are invited to submit photos of Haldimand’s beautiful environment, architecture and vibrant community life for a chance to win some great local prizes.

With 87km of gorgeous Lake Erie waterfront, the Grand River, sprawling countryside and charming towns, Haldimand County is one of the most picturesque destinations on Ontario’s southwest coast. Its abundance of outdoor recreation options, scenic lookouts, community events, historic sites and culinary experiences make it an incredible place to live, explore and photograph.

Photos eligible for entry must depict a scene from within the boundaries of Haldimand County. They must be original, digital high resolution photos no more than two years old and not previously published.

New this year, a special prize will be awarded for ‘Best Garden’ to coincide with the Dunnville and Haldimand Horticultural Societies’ Year of the Garden celebrations. Representatives of the two groups will be judging this category.

Participants may submit their photos via the online submission portal, accessible at photocontest.haldimandcounty.on.ca. Photos must be submitted by Thursday, December 1 and comply with all rules and regulations.

A panel of judges comprised of both County staff, community members and local media will closely examine all submissions in December. Four winners will be announced prior to the end of 2022 with 1 Grand Prize, 1 Second Prize, 1 Third Prize, 1 Honourable Mention and 1 Best Garden Prize awarded.

Prizes include gift certificates for unique culinary experiences and local shops.

Winning photographs will be featured in an exhibit within the new Cayuga Library + Heritage Centre and displayed permanently on the County website.

 

Haldimand Museums host haunted trivia night, Oct. 19

Shelly’s Family Dining in Kohler has partnered with Haldimand Museums to present a spooktacular evening of Halloween Trivia.

Join in the fun Wednesday, October 19 for plenty of tricks and treats as you test your knowledge of Halloween trivia including historical facts, local lore and popular culture. The evening includes a three-course dinner, six rounds of trivia and prizes for the winning team and the best costumes.

Shelly’s Family Dining is located at 119 Kohler Road, Cayuga, and the spirited fun begins at 6 p.m.

Proceeds from the event support the ongoing development of Haldimand Museums programs and exhibitions.

For additional information about this event, or to register, contact Dana Stavinga at 905-776-3319 or museums@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

Haldimand’s Paddle Art Tour expands with ‘The Ripple Effect’

Latest designs to be showcased at Haldimand County Administration Building, Oct. 21

In response to its popular Paddle Art Tour Haldimand (PATH), Haldimand County is launching a new phase of the artwork, The Ripple Effect, with an unveiling and artist meet-and-greet on Friday, Oct. 21, from 5 to 9 p.m., at the Haldimand County Administration Building.

Once again curated by PATH project coordinator and local artist Gina Wilson McIntee, The Ripple Effect began with a community call for artists to submit their creative visions for a design showing the importance of the Grand River and Lake Erie to Haldimand County and illustrations highlighting the area’s natural landscapes, wildlife and history.

Six artists were selected to recreate their designs on paddles—supported and mentored by Wilson McIntee—including Angela Bonitatibus (Cayuga), Sarah Butcher (Jarvis), Kaya Hill (Six Nations of the Grand River), Lisa Kostelny (Dunnville), Andrea Thompson (Dunnville) and Arlene Horne Turcotte (Dunnville).

The six new paddles will be installed along trails throughout the County in late October; a map showing the new locations will be available on the County’s website.

The October 21 event will also provide an opportunity to meet the artists from the original PATH project and features a special marketplace of the artists’ unique works for purchase.

Visit the County website to learn more about the October 21 event, The Ripple Effect or to download the Paddle Art Tour map. The Haldimand County Administration Building is located at 53 Thorburn Street South.

Haldimand Museums’ ‘Heritage on Fire’ exhibit showcases local firefighting history for Fire Prevention Week 2022

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week (October 9-15, 2022), Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum in Selkirk is featuring a special exhibit showcasing the history of firefighting in Haldimand.

The exhibit features vintage equipment, firefighting gear, photographs and trucks, and provides an opportunity for all ages to learn how firefighters connect with their communities to promote public safety.

Free fire hats and colouring books will be provided to all children as they learn about the ‘Heritage of Fire’ and all things fire-related. It will be open during Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum’s regular hours – Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until October 28.

Admission is free but donations will be kindly received. Calling the museum ahead at 905-776-3319 to book a tour is recommended.

In addition to this exhibit, there are many ways households can learn about the role of firefighters and steps that can be taken to keep family members safe in the event of a fire.

This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme is ‘Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape,’ and Manager of Emergency Services/Fire Chief Jason Gallagher is encouraging every household in the county to plan and practice a home fire escape.

“Everyone in your household needs to be prepared in advance so they know what to do when the smoke alarm sounds. Given that every home is different, every home fire escape plan will also be different,” said Gallagher.

“Have a plan for everyone in the home. Children, older adults, people with disabilities and pets may need assistance to wake up and get out. Make sure that someone is assigned to help them,” Gallagher added.

Shortly after Fire Prevention Week concludes, Haldimand County Fire Department will begin recruiting new volunteer firefighters for 2023. Two public information nights will be held at Fire Station No. 4 in Cayuga (11 Thorburn St. S) for individuals who wish to learn more about what it’s like to be a volunteer firefighter, as well as the recruitment process. These sessions will be held at 6 p.m. on both October 18 and November 15, 2022.

For more information about fire prevention and fire services in Haldimand County, visit www.haldimandcounty.ca/fire-services.

For information regarding the ‘Heritage on Fire’ exhibit or other cultural programming at Haldimand Museums, contact museums@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

Haldimand County Emergency Services joins national week of action to help 9-1-1 callers #KnowExactlyWhere in an emergency with what3words app

From October 3 to 9, Haldimand County will be taking part in the #KnowExactlyWhere safety campaign to raise awareness of the free what3words app and how it can be effectively utilized in an emergency when calling 9-1-1 from an unknown location.

In an emergency, identifying precisely where help is needed is critical to getting resources to the scene quickly, however, this can be challenging when callers are in remote or unfamiliar areas, without street addresses or on unnamed trails. In these moments, emergency services can waste precious time and resources just trying to locate the person in need of help.

What3words provides a simple way to communicate a very precise location and across Canada the technology has been successfully used for everything from reporting fires and rescuing pets, to locating critically injured snowmobilers and hikers with pinpoint accuracy.

what3words has divided the world into a grid of 10ft squares and given each square a unique combination of 3 random words: a what3words address. For example, ///hampers/thesaurus/excited will take you to the main Haldimand County Administration Building at 53 Thorburn St S., Cayuga. These three words can be provided to an emergency dispatcher when calling 911.

The app is free to download for both iOS and Android devices, and works offline, making it ideal for use in areas with an unreliable data connection, such as hiking trails and campsites. what3words can also be used via the online map at what3words.com.

Teams across Canada have praised what3words innovative location technology for cutting response times when it matters most. Downloading the what3words app one of the simplest actions the public can take to support busy emergency response teams, and Haldimand County Emergency Services encourages residents to familiarize themselves with the free tool.

To date, what3words is available to over 50 emergency communication centres across Canada, with a presence in eight provinces and two territories.

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October programs at Haldimand County Public Library

Haldimand County Public Library is offering something for everyone with three exciting programs this October. All programs are free and some require pre-registration.

Healthy Eating While Watching your Pennies

The Haldimand County Public Library and the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit are inviting residents to join Health Unit dietitians for a free, one-hour interactive and engaging workshop to discuss: strategies for cutting grocery bills without compromising taste or nutrition; how to interpret the Nutrition Facts Table and nutrition content claims on food items; and meal planning tips using pantry staples.

Upcoming Sessions:

  • Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 1 p.m. – Dunnville Library Branch
  • Thursday, Oct. 13 at 6 p.m. – Jarvis Library Branch

Pre-registration is required and can be done in person at any branch or by calling (289) 674-0400.

Author Visit with Constance e Bryce

Local Haldimand author Constance e Bryce will be sharing her latest book of poetry, It’s Different Now. This latest book, the last in her “Walking Among The Mighty” series, is a poetic commentary on recent political and social issues that have been in the news.

Constance will be at Dunnville Library branch on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 6:30 p. m. Everyone is welcome and no registration is required.

Virtual Cooking Class with Chef Rabiya

Chef Rabiya from Rabi’s Grand Kitchen will be hosting a free virtual cooking class, via Zoom, on Monday, Oct. 17 at 6 p.m.  Novice and advanced chefs alike will be treated to step-by-step instructions for unique and delicious beef cutlets. Participants can cook along with Chef Rabi or simply observe and try the recipe later.

Pre-registration is required. Participants can purchase the necessary ingredients from their local grocery store using a list that will be sent one week before the session. To register, visit your local library branch or email kkrupicz@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

The Heritage Centre announces October program lineup

The Heritage Centre in Cayuga is pleased to offer an exciting and diverse lineup of programs for the month of October.

The cost for each presentation is $10 per person and the cost for afternoon tea is $15 per person. Pre-registration is required for all programs. Register online or in-person at the Haldimand County Administration Building, 53 Thorburn Street South, Cayuga.

Tuesday, Oct. 11  (6 p.m.) – Presentation: Phantom of Film
This presentation takes a look at some of the scariest films of all time. Horror films have existed for more than a century, with many early movies taking their inspirations from Gothic and horror literature authors such as Edgar Allan Poe (The Raven), Bram Stoker (Dracula) and Mary Shelley (Frankenstein).

Wednesday, Oct. 12 (1 p.m.) – Presentation: Radio Days
This presentation explores the history of radio and how it influenced Canada and Haldimand County. Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi first developed the idea of a radio, or wireless telegraph, in the 1890s and in 1897 received a  British patent for the radio. By 1919, the radio boom had begun and, over the next ten years, a vast array of programming choices became available, ushering in what became known as the “Golden Age of Radio.”

Tuesday, Oct. 18 (6 p.m.) – Presentation: Royal Weddings
There’s nothing quite like a royal wedding. The pomp, the splendour, the anticipation of the dress! This presentation takes a look at royal weddings and wedding dresses from history, which all influenced the way we say ‘I do’ today.

Wednesday, Oct. 19 (1 p.m.) – Tea & Presentation: Ghostly Tales of Haldimand County
Afternoon tea returns to the Heritage Centre. Attendees will enjoy homemade scones, sweet treats and a bottomless cup of tea followed by a presentation detailing some of Haldimand County and the surrounding areas’ most haunted places.

Tuesday, Oct. 25 (6 p.m.) – Ghostly Walking Tour
This annual ghost walk explores the haunted history of Cayuga. The walk will take place rain or shine; if the weather is inclement we will do a virtual walk.

Wednesday, Oct. 26  (1 p.m.) – Presentation: Things That Go Bump in the Night
This presentation explores the history of Halloween and how various cultures played a part in the celebrations.

For more information about programs and activities, contact the Heritage Centre at (905) 318-5932, ext. 6613 or email museums@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

Haldimand County seeking community feedback through Resident Satisfaction Survey

Haldimand County is continuing to develop its long-term Customer Experience and Communications Strategy and is looking for community input with a Resident Satisfaction Survey. The survey will ask residents to provide feedback on their experiences with County services and general perceptions related to the quality of life in the County.

“It’s important to identify where we are in order to plan where we need to go,” says Trish Cardwell, Manager, Customer Experience & Communications. “By gauging the overall satisfaction of our residents across all areas of service delivery, we can better ensure we are meeting the community’s needs and expectations going forward.”

The survey will be open online from September 27 to October 28, with hard copies available at any County Library branch and the County Administration Building in Cayuga. Results from the survey will assist the County in understanding current general levels of resident satisfaction, and help prioritize areas for improvement.

Haldimand County is committed to providing high-quality customer service, and this survey will help to create a larger picture of service delivery across the county to enable more efficient, cost-effective and accessible services for all residents.