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The Heritage Centre announces its June program lineup

The Heritage Centre in Cayuga is pleased to offer six presentations during the month of June. Cost for all programs is $10 per person and pre-registration is required. Register online or in person at the Haldimand County Administration Building, 53 Thorburn St. S, Cayuga.

June 7 – Famous Canadian Fathers, 6 p.m.
This talk  looks at some of Canada’s most famous fathers including several notables from Haldimand: Peter Robertson, Dr. Jacob Baxter and Louis Kinnear.

June 8 – Historic Crime Mystery Series, 1 p.m.
Focusing on another historic true crime that took place in Haldimand County or the surrounding area – the  details remain a mystery until the presentation.

June 14 – Dutch Immigration to Canada and Haldimand County, 6 p.m.
The Dutch played a key role in the early settlement of Canada, with many entering Canada as Loyalists following the American Revolution and a large number of Dutch settlers arriving after WWII. This talk will focus on Dutch settlement in Haldimand County and surrounding area.

June 15 – Royal Scandals, 1 p.m.
The Heritage Centre’s Royal Series continues with a presentation focused on  royal scandals that rocked the world.

June 21 – Did You Ring, Madame?, 6 p.m.
This talk examines the life of servants and the class system which existed  in Victorian society.

June 22 – Haldimand Through the Lens of a Camera, 1 p.m.
Utilizing Haldimand Museums’ photographic collection, this presentation will explore the history of Haldimand County through images featuring built heritage, landscapes, industrial history and daily life.

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

Residents invited behind the scenes at Haldimand County Administration Building open house, Sat., Jun. 18

Haldimand County is pleased to invite the community to tour behind the scenes of the Haldimand County Administration Building with an open house event on Saturday, June 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“The new administration building has been instrumental in bringing us together as staff, and enhancing our customer service through a centralized model,” said Chief Administrative Officer, Craig Manley. “With the building officially opening right as the pandemic hit, we weren’t able to share it with the community the way we’d planned. And while some residents may have already visited for County business, I’m pleased that we now have the opportunity to provide the community with this in-depth look.”

The open house will include guided tours, informational displays, a look at the County’s historical artifacts/collection, and light refreshments. Attendees will have the opportunity to view staff and council areas as well as learn about the many cultural and heritage aspects included in the building’s design. The Port Maitland ‘On The Grand’ Historical Association will also be onsite to unveil a portrait of Frederick Haldimand that will be hung in the lobby.

The Haldimand County Administration Building officially opened to the public in February 2020. The goal of the new building was to provide a centralized customer service model that would enhance customer experience, maximize administrative/operational efficiencies, improve accessibility, and ensure long-term cost effectiveness.

Learn more about the history of the project on the County website.

Faces of Paramedicine Week; Spotlight on Haldimand County’s Specialty Paramedic Program

Haldimand County’s Paramedic Specialty Programs are essential in delivering specialized in-home service through community outreach programs while offering mobility in care with our Bike Medic Program. These personalized programs keep our community healthy and provide specific care to our residents based on their needs. One of its initiatives is to incorporate animal therapy into the care of clients.

The Community Paramedic Wellness Dog Program brings a deeper connection and support to our existing Community Paramedic Programs. The CP Wellness Dogs can be used in home visits, wellness clinics, and community outreach programs. Animal therapy has long been proven to lower stress, improve feelings of wellbeing, support people through difficult situations, and bring happiness to those they visit.

The CP Wellness Dogs Program is fortunate to have several families and businesses generously donate their suitable dogs for use in this program. If successful in the evaluation and training process, these dogs will be partnered with a Community Paramedic Handler to improve the health and wellness of the people they are visiting.

Haldimand County also has a Bike Paramedic Program that deploys paramedics on bicycles at community events, fairs, and festivals. The Bike Medic program is looking forward to another successful year, quickly responding to patients and providing initial emergency care until an ambulance arrives. The Bike Medics will be attending many events throughout the county; keep an eye out for them during the spring and summer festival season.

The Haldimand County Paramedic Program is diversifying its services to meet the needs of our residents through localized and specialized care. Our Community Paramedic Wellness Dogs Program is making strides to connect people with animals to promote overall wellbeing. Whereas our Bike Medics are actively in the community to ensure you remain safe as summer activities resume. Over the next few months, keep an eye on our Paramedic Speciality Programs tailoring care to meet your needs.

Haldimand County launches new pickleball programs for adults and youth

Haldimand County is excited to announce the launch of pickleball programs for both adults and youth. The programs will introduce participants to the fundamentals of the sport and encourage more recreational use of the existing courts in each community.

Courses will include Introductory Workshops for Adults in Caledonia, Dunnville and Jarvis as well as Introductory and Intermediate Clinics in Dunnville. The Junior Pickleball Program for Ages 9 – 11 and Youth Pickleball Program for Ages 12 – 14 will be offered in Dunnville. The courses will be led by Head Coach Jeff Rooney from Performance Pickleball, CPTP Level 2 Teaching Professional / PCI Member & Coach, who has trained alongside top national players and medaled at international competitions.

Thanks to the support of Canadian Tire Jumpstart’s Sport Relief Fund—which helps provide access to sport and play for Canadian youth— Haldimand County was able to purchase equipment for the program as well as subsidize the cost of the Junior Pickleball Clinic and Youth Pickleball Clinic.

For more information, or to register please visit the County’s online registration system.

What is Pickleball?  

“Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in Ontario. It is a combination of tennis, badminton and table tennis. The game is played on a badminton size court with a whiffle ball, about the size of a tennis ball; and a solid smooth surface, short handled paddle larger than a ping pong paddle. The game is easy to learn and you do not have to be a great athlete to play.” (Pickleball Ontario, 2022)

Submissions for 24th Annual Juried Art Exhibition to open May 10

After a two-year hiatus, Edinburgh Square Heritage & Cultural Centre is pleased to announce the return of Haldimand County’s Juried Art Exhibition with a call for submissions for the 24th annual show.

The Juried Art Exhibition is open to emerging or established artists working in all media including, but not limited to, painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, ceramic, sculpture and mixed media. The theme of the show is open, and artists are invited to submit pieces that depict any subject matter in any location.

Works of art completed within the last three years are eligible for entry and can be submitted at Edinburgh Square Heritage & Cultural Centre, 80 Caithness St. E., Caledonia, during regular business hours from May 10-30. There is a $25 entry fee per artist and up to three pieces may be presented for the jury’s consideration.

The exhibition will run June 3-30 at Edinburgh Square with an opening reception and awards presentation on Thursday, June 2, from 7-8:30 p.m.

Entry forms are available online or at in-person at the heritage centre.

For further information, please contact Edinburgh Square at 905-765-3134, or by email at museums@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

Haldimand County Public Library announces free program supporting brain health

The Haldimand County Public Library has partnered with The Alzheimer’s Society to offer the Brain Fit Series, a free program providing awareness and education on brain health.

Over the course of four weeks, the program will look at topics such as ‘what is normal and not normal as the brain ages?’,  ‘what effects does exercise have on the brain?’ and ‘what you can do to keep your brain sharp.’

The program will be offered at the Jarvis and Dunnville library branches:

  • Jarvis Public Library: June 6-27, Mondays, from 2-3 p.m.
  • Dunnville Public Library: June 9-30, Thursdays, from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Registration is required and can be completed in person at the Jarvis and Dunnville branches or by calling 289-674-0400.

Emergency Preparedness Week 2022 – Be Ready for Anything!

Across Canada, Emergency Preparedness Week, May 1-7, 2022, asks Canadians to Be Ready for Anything! and take action to prepare for emergencies. Extreme weather is a prime example of a hazard becoming more common, which may severely impact communities. For that reason, each resident must be ready for anything.

All municipalities plan for big emergencies. Haldimand County Emergency Services works with the local agencies to prepare for these events to ensure minimal disruption to municipal services. Another component of emergency planning is promoting individual responsibility during an emergency.

Emergency Preparedness Week is a national program that encourages Canadians to think about hazards and risks in their area and consider how they can remain safe for up to three days. This may be as simple as learning where to get information during an emergency or creating a 72-hour Emergency Kit with items found in your home.

“It is crucial to Emergency Services that everyone be able to take care of themselves and their family for up to 3 days. We are stronger together when working towards the common goal of community safety,” said Kim Payne, Coordinator of Emergency Management, regarding EP Week’s importance.

Haldimand County Emergency Services also recommends that each household takes this week to develop or review their Home Emergency Plan. Planning at all levels allows better use of resources to limit the impact of an emergency, keeping your family’s safety a top priority.

More information will be available at Haldimand County Administration Building, 53 Thorburn Street, Cayuga, ON (May 1- 7, 2022) or on the Haldimand County Website. Also, visit Public Safety Canada Website for a resource toolkit to get you started.

Nomination period for 2022 municipal election begins May 2

Voting day in Haldimand County is October 24, 2022. Individuals who wish to run in the 2022 municipal election will be able to file their nominations with the Municipal Clerk starting May 2.

Nomination forms may be filed in-person at the Haldimand County Administration Building (53 Thorburn St. S., Cayuga) during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from May 2, 2022 to August 18, 2022, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on August 19, 2022.

All candidates are encouraged to make an appointment to file nomination forms by emailing election@haldimandcounty.on.ca.

The forms required to file a nomination are available online at www.haldimandcounty.ca/election/.

Nominations will be accepted for the offices of:

  • Mayor
  • Councillors
  • Trustee, Grand Erie School Board
  • Trustee, Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board
  • Trustee, Conseil Scolaire Viamonde
  • Trustee, Mon Avenir Conseil Scolaire Catholique

Individuals who plan to seek office must file their nomination with the Municipal Clerk before spending or raising any money for campaign activities.

For more information on the 2022 municipal election, visit www.haldimandcounty.ca/election/.

Volunteers a key part of making Haldimand County a vibrant, caring community

April 24-30 is National Volunteer Week and an ideal time to celebrate Haldimand County’s dedicated volunteers for their substantial contributions to the quality of life of its communities. It’s also a great time for anyone who is looking to give back to their community to get involved close to home.

“Haldimand County has always benefitted from a strong volunteer base with residents, service clubs and other community organizations giving their time and talents to taking care of community assets as well as organizing programming, sports, festivals and events and more,” says Katrina Schmitz, Manager – Community Development & Partnerships.

“During the pandemic, many of these facilities, activities and programs had to be suspended and volunteers were lost to other commitments and life changes. We’d like to do what we can to support volunteers—both former and new ones—to re-engage with those opportunities.”

To help connect prospective volunteers and organizations, Haldimand County will soon be introducing a volunteer portal where community-minded individuals can reach out to be partnered with volunteer groups that needs their skills and time. Interested participants can email cdp@haldimandcounty.on.ca for more information.

“Residents and users may not realize how many volunteers and groups work together throughout the county to operate everything from community halls, parks and sports fields as well as beautifying our communities and building recreational and cultural amenities,” adds Senior Community Partnership Liaison Sheryl Sawyer. “Many of these groups have seen a decline in their volunteer base and are eager to recruit new members. Any commitment of time can help and there are a wide variety of ways to get involved.”

To find out more about volunteer opportunities in Haldimand County, contact cdp@haldimandcounty.on.ca or 905-318-5932 x 6320.