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INFORMATION GUIDE
FALL 2016
COMMUNITY
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WELCOME!
We hope you enjoy the Fall 2016 edition of the Township of
Oro-Medonte Community Information Guide!
The Township of Oro-Medonte Community Information Guide is published quarterly to coincide
with the four fabulous seasons we get to enjoy here in Oro-Medonte. Inside you’ll find timely,
seasonal information about all of the things that make Oro-Medonte such an amazing place to live,
work, and play!
Proud Heritage,
Exciting Future
Pages 7 - 20
Oro African Church Celebrations
Taxes and Water Bill Due Dates
Stay Up to Date with Township News
AND MORE!
Invest, Hire,
and Grow
Pages 21 - 28
Job Central: Your Centre for Workforce Success
Home-Based Business Information
Orillia Golf and Country Club Reborn
AND MORE!
Get Active!
Pages 29 - 49
Fall Session Recreation Programs
Community Events & Activities
164th Oro World’s Fair
AND MORE!
This Community Information Guide is written and edited by the Township of Oro-Medonte. Graphic design services by
the Orillia Packet & Times. Printing services by McLaren Press Graphics Ltd.
Select photographs: copyright Township of Oro-Medonte; courtesy of County of Simcoe, Asif Akbar, Gabriella Fabbri,
Cory Finlayson, Sanja Gjenero, Alex L’Azzurro, Filip Lundeholm, Benjamin Miller, Ehsan Namavar, Nicolas Raymond,
Mateusz Stachkowski, Anthony Thomas, Ove Topfer, Geoffrey Whiteway, Jamie Woods, Michael Zacharzewski.
For a copy of the Guide in an accessible format, please contact the Township Administration Centre at (705) 487-2171.
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Mayor & Members of Council
HARRY HUGHES
Mayor
RALPH HOUGH
Deputy Mayor
[email protected]
(705) 487-4000
[email protected]
(705) 487-4006
WARD 2
SCOTT MACPHERSON
Ward 2 Councillor
[email protected]
(705) 487-4002
WARD 1
BARBARA COUTANCHE
Ward 1 Councillor
[email protected]
(705) 487-4001
WARD 5
PHIL HALL
Ward 3 Councillor
[email protected]
(705) 487-4003
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JOHN CRAWFORD
Ward 4 Councillor
[email protected]
(705) 487-4004
WARD 3
WARD 4
SCOTT JERMEY
Ward 5 Councillor
[email protected]
(705) 487-4005
Township Information
Municipal Services Contact Information
MAILING ADDRESS
GENERAL INQUIRIES
REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS
TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATION
CENTRE CLOSURES
Township of Oro-Medonte
148 Line 7 South
Oro-Medonte, Ontario
L0L 2E0
Monday to Friday
(Excluding statutory holidays)
8:30am – 4:30pm
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (705) 487-2171
Fax: (705) 487-0133
The Township Administration Centre is closed for
all statutory holidays. Upcoming office closures
include:
Labour Day – Monday, September 5th
Thanksgiving Day – Monday, October 10th
Remembrance Day – Friday, November 11th
Detailed information on municipal services is available on our website at www.oro-medonte.ca.
A complete contact list for Council and staff is available by clicking the “Contact Us” link found at the
top of the homepage.
See the WORK section for information about job and
volunteer opportunities with the Township.
Our Vision
community where everyone can live, work, and play.
Our Mission
needs of our community today and tomorrow.
Our Values
Customers First!
Honesty, Fairness, and Respect
Courageous and Responsible
Decision-Making
Openness
Engagement
Continuous Improvement & Fiscal Responsibility
Enhanced Communication & Customer Service
Our Goals
Balanced Growth
Inclusive, Healthy Community
Employer of Choice
Learn more at www.oro-medonte.ca/strategicplan
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Lest We Forget
Remembrance Day Services
Residents are encouraged to attend the Township’s annual Remembrance Day
service at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 6th, 2016 at the Cenotaph at the
Oro Agricultural Fairgrounds (833 Line 7 North) as we honour the courageous
men and women who sacrificed their lives to make the world a better place.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Leaf and Yard Waste Collection
This collection service is now provided in all County municipalities
during designated weeks only; four bi-weekly collections are provided
in the spring and five bi-weekly collections in the fall. Consult your County
of Simcoe waste management calendar to determine your weeks.
Material must be placed in paper yard waste bags, cardboard boxes, or
open-ended rigid containers, and put at the curb by 7 a.m. on Monday
of your scheduled collection week.
2 m (6.5 ft)
12 cm
(5 in)
30 cm
(12 in)
Brush must be bundled securely with string
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1-800-263-3199 / simcoe.ca
@simcoecountyCS
Acceptable Materials
• Leaves
• Grass
• Straw bales
• Cornstalks
• Brush
(see illustration at left)
Unacceptable Materials
• Plastic bags
• Kitchen waste
• Dirt
• Stumps
• Pet waste
• Flower pots
• Rocks
• Lumber
Proud Heritage,
Exciting Future
Oro African Church Celebrations
Taxes and Water Bill Due Dates
Stay Up to Date with Township News
AND MORE!
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Get involved in your community.
VOLUNTEER
Enjoy the rewarding experience of
giving back to your community!
Community Halls
Students can get their required volunteer hours for graduation.
Parents can support their children’s sports organizations.
Seniors can lend their time and expertise to local
community hall boards or non-profit organizations.
Where can you get involved?
Outdoor Rinks
Minor Sports
Summer Camps
Minor Sports
Organizations
Community
Organizations
Summer & March
Break Camps
Adopt-A-Road
Community Halls
Outdoor Rinks
Movie In The Park
AND MANY MORE!
For more information about volunteer
opportunities in Oro-Medonte, please contact
Sandie Leonard, Coordinator, Community Recreation
by email at [email protected]
or by calling (705) 487-2171 ext. 2133.
Proud Heritage, Exciting Future
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/OroMedonte
@TwpOroMedonte
(705) 487-2171
[email protected]
www.oro-medonte.ca
Living in Oro-Medonte
Council Presents 2016 Citizen and Senior of the Year Awards
Every June, a meeting of Council is highlighted by the presentation of the annual Citizen
and Senior of the Year Awards. On June 22nd, Council and Members of Parliament Alex
Nuttall and Bruce Stanton honoured Joan Banbury as the 2016 Citizen of the Year and
Walter Iles as the 2016 Senior of the Year.
Congratulations to both Joan and Walter for being selected as this year’s award winners!
If you know of someone who you believe is a Citizen or Senior of the Year candidate for
next year’s awards, nominations can be submitted to the Township Administration Centre
by Tuesday, February 28th, 2017.
Each of these awards celebrates the outstanding community contributions made by local
residents who have helped make Oro-Medonte such a wonderful place to live, work, and
play. Nominations are reviewed each spring by the Township’s Citizen/Senior of the Year
Advisory Group. The group recommends recipients to Council from the nominations that
have been received by the submission deadline.
Official Plan and Zoning By-law Review
We want to hear from you! The Township will be undertaking a comprehensive review of its Official Plan and Zoning By-law
in 2016 and your input is vital to shaping the future of your community.
Check the Township website, advertisements, and publications to learn how you can get involved and stay informed
throughout the process. Contact the Planning Division of the Township’s Development Services Department for
information.
Show Off Your
Photography Skills
We’re looking for unique
images that showcase the
best that Oro-Medonte
has to offer!
Submit your photos for a
chance to see them featured
in an upcoming Township
publication or advertisement,
or online on our website or
social media sites.
Age-Friendly
Community Plan
Any photos selected for
use will be credited to the
submitting photographer.
A final report and recommendations will be
presented at a Council Meeting this fall!
Stay tuned to www.oro-medonte.ca for updates.
To learn more about this project, contact
Marie Brissette at [email protected]
or (705) 487-2171.
This project is funded by the Government of Ontario.
Email your submissions to Darcy Brooke-Bisschop
at [email protected]
/OroMedonte
@TwpOroMedonte
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Bill Due Dates
Pre-Authorized Property Tax
Payment Program
Water Bills
Water usage is billed quarterly, with payment due dates
falling on the last business day of February, May, August
and November.
The second quarterly payment for 2016 usage must be
made no later than Wednesday, August 31st and the third
quarterly payment for 2016 usage must be made no later
than Wednesday, November 30th.
For more information about paying your Water Bill,
please contact the Finance Department at the Township
Administration Centre.
Water Billing Schedule
Payment Due Last
Usage Period
Bills Mailed
Business Day of:
January – March
April – June
July – September
October December
April
July
October
May
August
November
January
February
Property Taxes
Property taxes are calculated annually by applying
Council’s approved tax rates to property assessment
values as provided by the Municipal Property Assessment
Corporation (MPAC). Tax rates include township, county,
and education taxes.
For example, a residential property valued or “assessed”
at $100,000 multiplied by the 2016 residential tax rate of
0.887443% yields a residential tax total of $887.45 which is
broken down as follows:
• Township Taxes: $400.50
• County Taxes: $298.95
• Education Taxes: $188.00
Payment for property taxes is due in four installments
on the last business day of February, April, July and
September respectively. To avoid interest charges,
payment of the fourth Property Tax installment of 2016
must be made no later Friday, September 30th.
If you have questions or concerns regarding the current
value assessment of your property, please contact MPAC
at (866) 296-6722 or visit their website at www.mpac.ca.
Residents can enroll in pre-authorized payment programs
for either monthly or installment due date property tax bill
payments. This voluntary program authorizes your financial
institution to automatically withdraw your property tax
payments from your bank account and forward them to the
Township. This program is available only for the payment of
property taxes and is not currently available for the payment
of water bills.
HOW TO SIGN UP
1. Choose which of the payment options outlined below
meets your needs.
2. Complete the registration form that is available on the
Township website or at the Township Administration
Centre and submit it to the Finance Department along with
a void cheque.
AVAILABLE PAYMENT OPTIONS
There are three pre-authorized payment options:
1.Equal monthly payments for current taxes
• Ten monthly payments from January to October, withdrawn on the last banking day of each month.
• Amounts are calculated annually and notification is mailed in December.
2.Payments on regular due dates
• Regular tax installments on tax due dates.
• Amounts and dates are provided on interim and final tax bills mailed to the ratepayer a minimum of four weeks prior to the due date.
3.Payments for properties in arrears
• Twelve monthly payments in the amount that has been pre-approved to clear the arrears on the property.
• The amount is determined after discussion with and approval by the Tax Collector.
Payments are withdrawn on the last banking day of each
month.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• You may only enroll in Options 1 or 2 if your account is
paid in full.
• Once you have signed up, you will automatically remain in
the program until you choose to withdraw in writing.
• You may change your bank information or cancel your
participation in the program by providing written notice at
least 30 days before the next payment due date.
• If any pre-authorized payment does not clear your bank
account, the Township will charge a $20 administration
fee and interest charges. You will be removed from the
program and returned to the regular installment plan.
• Supplementary tax bills will not be included in the preauthorized payment program.
Call the Finance Department at the Township
Administration Centre or visit our website for further
details.
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WATER WATCH
Municipal Water Supply
By-law
Annual Reports, Summary
Reports and Operational Plans
On June 22nd, the Township’s Municipal Water Supply
By-law was reviewed and updated to better protect the
community and more accurately reflect potable water
industry standards. Updated By-law 2016-100 improves
upon a number of items, including:
• provisions relating to the municipality’s responsibility
and deliverables of the domestic water supply such as
quality, pressure, and general provision of service;
• water meters;
• backflow/cross connections;
• operation and maintenance of the distribution systems;
• external use of water; and
• use of fire hydrants.
Copies of the Annual Report, Summary Report and
Operational Plan for all municipally owned and operated
water systems, prepared in accordance with Ministry
of the Environment requirements, are available free of
charge from the Township Administration Office, on the
Township’s website or by contacting the Transportation &
Environmental Services Department.
Outdoor Watering Tips
Restrictions and offences are now clearly defined in
the updated By-law as well. The revised By-law will
enhance the existing municipal water delivery program
and provide an additional layer of protection to potential
contamination and the misuse or uncontrolled use of
water in Oro-Medonte.
Water System Flushing
Township staff will be completing maintenance flushing
of municipal water systems during the summer months.
Signs will be posted at subdivision entrances twenty-four
(24) hours prior to planned maintenance flushing taking
place. You may notice brown water in your home for a
short period after flushing. If this occurs, run your cold
water tap until the water clears. It is recommended that
you refrain from doing laundry during scheduled flushing
operations to alleviate discolouration of your laundry.
Unless you are notified otherwise by the Township, your
water is safe to drink.
Watering Restrictions
For the months of June through September, the Township
will be enforcing By-law No. 2009-082 which regulates
the watering of any lawn, garden, tree, shrub or other
outdoor plant, or the filling of swimming pools, to odd
or even days in conjunction with your municipal address
number. This watering shall be limited between the hours
of 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
In the summer months, outdoor watering can account for
up to 50% of home water use. Some studies have shown
that as much as half of that amount is wasteful. Here are
some tips to help you conserve the amount of water you’re
using:
• As a general rule, 2cm to 3cm of water per week is
adequate.
• Use low-angle or pulsating sprinklers that produce large,
fat droplets of water. Sprinklers that spray the water high
into the air or produce a mist or fine spray lose much of
the water through evaporation.
• Set sprinklers to water the lawn, not your driveway.
• Adding two to four inches of organic material, such as peat
or compost, will increase the ability of the soil to retain
moisture.
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On The Roads
Adopt-a-Road
Road Paving and
Reconstruction
Get involved in your community and help keep OroMedonte a beautiful place to live, work, and play by
participating in the Adopt-A-Road litter collection program!
Community organizations, service clubs, private
businesses, industries, and environmentally conscious
citizens can get involved in the program with a
commitment of just two litter pickups per year between
May and October.
The Township of Oro-Medonte has over 600 km of road
way under its jurisdiction within the municipality. That’s
more roadway than it would take to make a trip from the
Township Administration Centre to Montreal!
The Township provides a road sign recognizing your
group’s adoption of a section of roadway, safety vests
for up to 15 group members, garbage bags, road safety
signage, pickup and disposal of collected litter, and training
for your group’s designated representative.
Each year the Township allocates funds in its capital
budget for road paving and reconstruction projects
throughout the municipality. Which roads get paved or
reconstructed each year is determined based on three
factors: road condition, traffic counts, and available
funding.
Contact Transportation Services staff
at the Township Administration Centre
to learn more about how you can get
involved.
Each of the roads maintained by the Township are
assessed and given a condition rating out of ten (10).
Roads that require the most attention are then ranked in
priority order based on the three determining factors and
built into either the 5-year or 10-year capital project plans.
Winter Parking Restrictions
Take Effect in October
Residents are reminded not to park or leave a standing
vehicle that interferes with winter road maintenance from
October 15th through April 30th. Any vehicle found to be
interfering with winter road maintenance may be towed
and/or issued a parking infraction and be subject to a fine.
There are permitted parking areas on Municipal roads for
individuals engaging in winter recreational activities on
Lake Simcoe. These specific areas are signed with a “P” in
a green circle. Maps indicating the locations of these zones
are available at www.oro-medonte.ca.
Your cooperation in helping to ensure our roads are
properly maintained is greatly appreciated!
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In general, the roads in the poorest condition with the
highest traffic counts are completed first. Timeframes for
road work are subject to change; staff review the condition
ratings annually and adjust the priority ranking where
necessary. In some cases roads need to be moved up the
list, which pushes other roads further back in the plan.
Please contact Transportation Services staff at the
Township Administration Centre for more information about
the Township’s road paving and rehabilitation program.
Streetlight Out?
If a streetlight is out on your street, please report it to the
Transportation & Environmental Services Department at the
Township Administration Centre.
Library Services
Access to literature, resources, internet use, and literacy programming
are all important services that libraries provide. Library memberships are
available to Township residents, free of charge, at the following libraries:
Barrie Public Library
60 Worsley Street, Barrie
Phone: (705) 728-1010
www.library.barrie.on.ca
Midland Public Library
320 King Street, Midland
Phone: (705) 526-4216
www.midlandlibrary.com
Coldwater Memorial Public Library
31 Coldwater Road, Coldwater
Phone: (705) 686-3601
www.coldwater.library.on.ca
Orillia Public Library
36 Mississauga Street West, Orillia
Phone: (705) 325-2388
www.orilliapubliclibrary.com
Please take advantage of the many opportunities and enjoy all the services
that the relationships with these libraries provide.
Have you got
junk?
1-800-263-3199
We can help!
Easy, Economical and
Environmentally Friendly
simcoe.ca
• 5 items for $35, please identify
items at time of booking
• Book as many appointments
as you’d like, from June
through September
• Up to 60% of materials
collected are recycled
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By-Law Bulletins
Attention All Dog Owners!
CANINE CONTROL
Canine Control Services are provided by the
Township’s Municipal Law Enforcement Officers 24
hours a day, 7 days a week. Should you witness a
dog bite, aggressive dog or a dog at large, please
contact the Municipal Law Enforcement Division
at the Township Administration Centre during both
regular business hours and after hours.
Dog owners are reminded that they are required to
purchase a dog tag annually, as per By-law No. 2011177 as amended. By purchasing a dog tag, dog owners
better enable Municipal Law Enforcement Officers
to identify any dog at large and take the appropriate
measures needed for the animal’s safe return.
Dogs must be leashed at all times when off of the owner’s
property. Any dog found running at large will be retrieved
by Municipal Law Enforcement Officers, who will make all
reasonable efforts to return the dog to its owner before it
is impounded. Effective July 1st, the Township’s Pound
Services provider changed to Heartland Kennels,
located at 336 Line 5 North. A
release form must be obtained from
the Township Administration Centre
before Heartland Kennels is permitted to release the dog.
Please note that the Township provides enforcement
for Canines only. All wild animal related inquiries
should be referred to the Ministry of Natural
Resources at (800) 667-1940.
POOP AND SCOOP
Failure to remove any excrement left by your dog
on either Township or private property is an offence
and may result in charges under the Canine Control
By-law. Please respect your neighbors and remove all
excrement and dispose of it in a sanitary manner.
LOST & FOUND DOGS
Have you lost your dog or found a pooch on the
loose? Contact the Municipal By-Law Enforcement
Division to have information about the dog posted to
the Township’s website and social media accounts.
Let us help get the word out and do our part to assist
in getting pets back to their homes!
Protecting our Environment and Community with New Site Alteration By-Law
The Site Alteration By-law 2016-012 is a new By-law that
will assist Council and staff with the growing concern
of the placement of fill that is being drawn into the
Township. The Site Alteration By-law came into effect
as of June 22, 2016 and will regulate fill coming into the
Township as well as alterations on lands that involve
changing the grade.
Protecting our Environment and Community
The Site Alteration By-law is intended to control the
placement and removal of fill on lands within the Township.
Fill is considered to be any kind of material that is either
deposited or placed on lands and includes soil, stone,
concrete, dirt, sod, turf, or a combination of these materials.
The Township has a permit process in place that will assist
staff to control the amount of fill entering the Township,
and to ensure the fill being used is clean. Permits are
issued by the Township, and a third party agency will
sample and test the fill to make sure it is clean. Large
commercial fill operators are required to follow guidelines
set out within the by-law that will limit the amount of fill
coming into the Township. This will help in our ongoing
efforts to protect the environment and our community.
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Cost Recovery and Responsibility
Part of the By-law includes control measures for heavy
truck traffic by regulating the hours of operations and the
haul routes permitted for use. It also includes security
measures to address any potential damage to Township
roads as a result of these operations. The intent of the
By-law is to ensure costs associated with commercial
fill operations are charged back to the company owner;
including damage to Township roads and staff time
incurred to monitor and enforce.
The Site Alteration By-law 2016-012 and permit process
is now in effect. Township staff continue to work with large
commercial operators to regulate and monitor fill.
Property owners planning on conducting site alterations
are encouraged to review the By-law or contact the
Municipal Law Enforcement Division prior to commencing
work as it may potentially impact your property, and
surrounding lands.
For more information on the Site Alteration By-law,
regulations and set fees, please visit oro-medonte.ca
> By-laws > Site Alteration By-law. Questions may be
directed to the Municipal Law Enforcement Division at
(705) 487-2171.
Communications Corner
Stay Up to Date With Township News
Keep yourself up to date on what is happening in
the Township through our array of communications
initiatives!
IN PRINT
Township of Oro-Medonte News appears in every
edition of the bi-monthly local publication North
Simcoe Life. Updates from Council, timely seasonal
reminders, and community activities are highlighted
to keep you informed.
ON AIR
ONLINE
Keep yourself up to date with What’s Happening
in Oro-Medonte by liking the Township’s Facebook
page at www.facebook.com/OroMedonte. This
page is dedicated to informing you about the exciting
events that take place throughout the year in OroMedonte. From community craft shows to major
adventure races, cycling tours, concerts and festivals,
there’s something for everybody to enjoy!
You can also find the Township on Twitter! Just
follow @TwpOroMedonte by visiting www.twitter.
com/TwpOroMedonte and get easy, immediate
access to the latest Township news and information
such as links to Council and Committee Meeting
Agendas and Minutes, Public Notices, Job Postings,
Tender Notices, Media Releases, and much more.
Did you know that Members of Council and Township
staff regularly appears on local radio stations to
provide updates about Oro-Medonte? Tune into local
radio stations 107.5 Kool FM, Rock 95, and Sunshine
89FM to hear more about what is going on at Council
and some of the exciting things happening in your
community!
Recordings of these interviews are available on the
respective stations’ websites:
• 107.5 Kool FM
www.1075koolfm.com/oro-medonte-update/
• Rock 95
www.rock95.com/oro-medonte-update/
• Sunshine 89.1
www.sunshine89.ca/podcasts.php
Corporate Projects Status Update
Each month, Township staff submit a Corporate Projects Status Update report to
help keep Council, residents, and business owners informed about the dozens
of major municipal projects that are being worked on at any given time
throughout Oro-Medonte.
If you’re interested in staying up to date on the dozens of projects
that Township staff are working on simply visit the Township’s
website and click the “Strategic Plan and Accomplishments” link
under the Council & Committees tab to view the most recent copy of
the Corporate Projects Status Update report.
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HEALTH CARE
Huronia Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic
Located at 3331 Line 4 North, the Huronia Nurse
Practitioner-Led Clinic (HNPLC) provides primary health
care services and preventive care to people of all ages.
Whether you need to have a complete physical or need to
visit the clinic about a minor illness or to manage a chronic
or complex illness, the clinic is there for you or your family.
The HNPLC is staffed by Primary Health Care Nurse
Practitioners, registered nurses, a part-time pharmacist,
social worker, dietitian, and administrative staff. We also
have visiting physician partners working with the team of
professionals to meet your health care needs. Our newly
expanded site allows us more space to offer additional
services to meet your needs. For more information about registering as a client for
service at the clinic, please call (705) 835-7545 or visit our
website at www.huronianplc.ca.
WHAT IS A NURSE PRACTITIONER?
Nurse Practitioners are nurses that have additional education and licensing to provide primary health care to individuals
and families. They can do complete physical examinations, order diagnostic tests like ultrasounds, X-rays, or
mammograms, order bloodwork to screen for illness or disease, diagnose illness and disease, and prescribe medications
necessary for you.
When care is beyond the Nurse Practitioner’s scope to manage, a physician is consulted. If necessary, you will be
seen by both the Nurse Practitioner and the visiting physician. Visit www.npao.org for more information about Nurse
Practitioners.
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Health Connection
Health Connection is a free confidential health information
and advice service for residents and visitors to Simcoe
County and the District of Muskoka. Available by phone,
email, Facebook and Twitter, Health Connection is staffed
by public health nurses and inspectors who can help you
get the information and resources you need to keep you
and your family healthy.
Health Connection links you to health unit programs
and services, from healthy living to child development,
vaccinations to safe food, infectious diseases to injury
prevention, sexual health to dental care and much more.
The program can also help link you to other community
resources like parenting programs, car seat inspection
clinics, or helping you find the nearest walking trail.
If English is not your first language, telephone interpretation
services are available in 170 languages to allow you to
speak with a public health professional in the language you
prefer.
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Whether you’re a parent needing to talk to someone about
your child’s health, a teen looking to make healthy choices,
or a senior concerned about food safety, Health Connection
can help.
For more information on ways to protect your good health
and the health of your family contact Health Connection by:
• calling (705) 721-7520 or (877) 721-7520,
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.;
• online at www.simcoemuskokahealth.org
• on Facebook (www.facebook.com/simcoe.muskoka)
• or on Twitter (@smdhealthunit)
Thanks to the support and generosity of many a(-ross Canada anL the USA, ,,·e
are delighted to see the preservation of the Oro African Church con e to completion.
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with the w:ay the Nation came together to save the church, and the ite it stands on .
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Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church I 1645 Line 3 North, Oro-Medonte (line 3 N and Old Barrie Rd.)
Free event and open to the public
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 I 3:00 PM - 5:00 P~f
Cultural Entertainment and Performances to Celebrate the Rc:-opening
Featuring: The Nathaniel Dett Chorale, Baro Dununba African Drum and Dance Ensemble, the stellar
vocal styllngs of Jeff fones, the Neema Children's Choir from Uganda, and e1mcee Tiki Mercury Clarke
Georgian Theatre, Georgian College Barrie Can1pus I 1 Georgian Drfve, Barrie, Ontario
Tickets $25 - free parking available
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Safety Segment
Fire Safety on the Farm
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is a fun time of year. Make sure you’re
having a safe and happy Halloween by following
these simple tips:
• Wear costumes that are light coloured or bright and
reflective.
• Keep costumes short to avoid tripping and falling.
• Place candlelit jack-o-lanterns on sturdy surfaces,
away from anything that can burn, such as
decorative cornstalks, bales of hay, curtains, and
Halloween costumes.
• Always keep candles, matches and lighters out of
reach of children.
• Teach children to STOP, DROP, and ROLL should
their clothing catch fire.
• Make sure children know how to
call 9-1-1 if they experience an
emergency.
• Check that the batteries in your
smoke alarms are working.
Source: Office of the Fire Marshal
A barn fire is a farmer’s worst nightmare and can
bring significant emotional and economic damage
to a farming community. By following the good fire
safety practices shown below you can ensure that
farm buildings and livestock are safe from fire:
• Start with a plan.
• Absolutely no smoking.
• Practice good housekeeping in the barn.
• Provide adequate ventilation.
• Practice electrical safety.
• Install and maintain lightning rods and grounding
cable.
• Keep yard areas free of brush and debris.
• Refuel equipment safely.
• Install and maintain portable fire extinguishers.
• Make sure everyone follows the rules.
• Spread the word.
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fire on farm properties, a free publication entitled
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for download from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture,
Food, and Rural Affairs website at www.omafra.gov.
on.ca. This document includes tips on fire prevention
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Milestone Celebration Certificates
If you or a loved one is celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversary,
Mayor Hughes and Members of Council are pleased to offer congratulatory
certificates to help commemorate these special occasions.
Visit the Township’s website and click the “Request for Milestone
Certificate” link found in the “Featured Links” section of the homepage to
submit your request to have a certificate presented by the Mayor and/or a Member of Council in
recognition of a significant milestone celebration. Contact the Township Administration Centre for more information.
Oro-Medonte Horticultural Society
With the plants in full growing mode and the crisp air soon
around the corner, we do hope your gardening season has
been fruitful whether you planted a few veggies or filled
your yard with perennials and annuals.
Our Garden Tour showcased the many beautiful gardens
within the Township around the Carthew Bay Area on July
10th and we do hope you were able to enjoy seeing your
Township through the eyes of a gardener. If you missed it
come and join us next year!
As the fall begins to come into focus, we hope you were
able to visit the municipal gardens that our energetic
volunteers maintain. Congratulations to everyone from
generous donors, to the Township, and to all the workers
behind the scenes making the Oro African Methodist
Episcopal Church restoration and opening a reality!
lots of homemade goodies and always a friendly gardener
in the line. Everyone is welcome to attend. Guests are free,
but membership is only $10 for an individual or $15 for a
family. Discounts at local businesses will quickly pay for
your membership if you shop locally! You’ll also get four
newsletters delivered right to your mailbox or computer
and meeting handouts will keep you informed.
Find us online at
www.gardenontario.org/site.pho/oromedonte or
by searching “Oro-Medonte Horticultural Society” on
Facebook. Email [email protected] for more
information.
Fall Meeting and Event Schedule
• August 8th – Regular Monthly Meeting
David Hawke will give a talk on “How to Control
Invasives in the Garden”.
• September 12th – Regular Monthly Meeting and Late
Summer Flower Show
Frank Solty of Solty’s Garden Centre will show us “How
to Prune Like a Pro”. The Late Summer Flower Show
also takes place. Grandchildren of members can also
enter this flower show!
• October 17th – Regular Monthly Meeting, Annual
Awards Night, and Photo Competition
Lexi Dearborn will help us learn how to create “Micro
Climates in the Garden”. The Annual Awards Night also
takes place and submissions for the Photo Competition
are also being accepted.
• November 14th – Decorating with Fresh Greens
Workshop
Mary Jean Crawford will host this workshop, which
takes place from 7:15 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. Registration
is required due to space limitations. Look for more
information in an upcoming Society newsletter or on our
website.
Regular monthly meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. and are
held at the Oro-Medonte Community Centre Banquet Hall
located at 71 Line 4 North. At the break time, you will find
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October 21st - November 6th
LUNCH
2-3 courses
$10 & $15
DINNER
3 courses
$20 & $30
Locations and Menus on
www.FlavoursOfLakeCountry.com
Invest, Hire, Grow
Job Central: Your Centre for Workforce Success
Home-Based Business Information
Orillia Golf and Country Club Reborn
AND MORE!
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Working In Oro-Medonte
Employment and Volunteer
Opportunities
Attracting, developing, empowering, and retaining who
demonstrate our corporate values is a strategic goal of
the Township’s.
If you’re interested in learning more about working for a
progressive organization in a thriving rural municipality
that offers the ideal place to live, work, and play, visit
the Job Opportunities page on the Township website or
contact:
Small Business Week™
Small and medium-sized businesses are the engine
of the Canadian economy, accounting for 99.8% of all
Canadian companies and employing more than 60% of
private sector workers.
Tamara Obee, CHRP
Manager, Health & Safety and Human Resources
Phone: (705) 487-2171
Fax: (705) 487-5569
To celebrate the contributions and achievements of
entrepreneurs, the Business Development Bank of
Canada (BDC) has organized Small Business Week™ in
the third week of October for over 30 years.
Recreation Program Instructors
From October 16th to 22nd, BDC Small Business Week™
activities will provide an opportunity to celebrate,
develop new skills, make new contacts, and plan for new
opportunities.
Do you have a unique skill or ability and a desire to share
it with others? Then propose a new course idea to our
Recreation & Community Services Department!
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The Township is seeking dynamic individuals with
previous instructing experience to join the Community &
Recreation Services team. Proposals can be submitted at
any time to the Township Administration Centre. Contact
the Coordinator, Community Recreation at the Township
Administration Centre for more information.
Visit www.bdc.ca/sbw for more information about BDC
Small Business Week™ 2016.
BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES
Job Central: Your Centre for
Workforce Success
Simcoe Muskoka Workforce Development Board
(SMWDB) is a community directed, non-profit corporation
working to enhance workforce development and labour
market planning within Simcoe County and the District of
Muskoka.
SMWDB functions as a neutral broker of research,
disseminator of information, and facilitator of
collaborative partnership development. The organization
is a catalyst for community planning while ensuring
equity and addressing employment training needs and
marketable skills for a changing economy.
One of 26 planning boards funded by the Ontario Ministry
of Training, Colleges and Universities, SMWDB conducts
and distributes local labour market research and holds
community consultations to identify concerns and
assist in finding grassroots solutions to employment
and training challenges. It also engages community
stakeholders in a planning process that supports local
solutions to local issues.
One of those local solutions to a local issue is the Job
Central website that was launched last summer.
Job Central is a free, one-stop website for employers to
post job opportunities and for job seekers to find those
opportunities in the region. Developed in partnership with
the County of Simcoe’s Economic Development Office,
the site aims to bridge the gap between employers
seeking the right candidate and the job seeker looking for
an opportunity to work within the region.
Benefits to organizations utilizing the site include:
•FREE posting of employment opportunities.
• A FREE applicant screening tool with customizable
questions.
• Links to the best online tips and resources for screening,
interviewing, and hiring new employees.
• Strategies to assist with onboarding and retaining your
new employees.
• A calendar with training opportunities and job fairs to
advertise vacancies.
• Connections to in-person Employment Ontario supports
and resources.
• Links to labour related grants, tax credits, and other
resources.
Benefits to job seekers include:
• Search for jobs in Simcoe County and the District of
Muskoka.
• Connections to in-person Employment Ontario support
services to help you improve your job search results.
• Links to the best online tips and resources for resume
and cover letter writing, interviewing, and more.
• A calendar with training opportunities, events,
workshops, and job fairs to help you improve your job
search.
• Information on transportation options.
Visit www.JobCentralSM.ca and make Job Central your
go-to resource for all things job related!
For more information about Simcoe Muskoka Workforce
Development Board, visit www.smwdb.ca.
Local Resources & Services
Business Development Bank of Canada
Phone: (888) 463-6232 | Fax: (705) 739-0467
www.bdc.ca
Business Enterprise Resource Network
Phone: (705) 792-0989
www.businessenterprise.ca
Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre
Phone: (705) 728-1968 ext. 1149
www.georgiancollege.ca/hbec
Orillia Area Community Development Corporation
Phone: (705) 325-4903 | Fax: (705) 325-6817
www.orilliacdc.com
Oro-Medonte Chamber of Commerce
Phone: (705) 487-7337
Fax: (705) 487-0133
www.oromedontecc.com
Simcoe Muskoka Workforce Development Board
Phone: (705) 725-1011
www.smwdb.com
Small Business Centre
Phone: (705) 720-2445
www.barriebusinesscentre.ca
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BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES
Provincial & Federal Government
Programs & Services
• Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters SMART Program – www.cme-smart.ca
• Export Development Canada – www.edc.ca
• Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern
Ontario (FedDev Ontario) – www.southernontario.gc.ca
• Industry Canada – Canada Small Business Financing –
www.ic.gc.ca/csbfa
• National Research Council Canada – Industrial
Research Assistance Program – www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
• Ontario Business and Economy –
www.ontario.ca/page/business-and-economy
• Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs – www.omafra.gov.on.ca
• Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities – www.tcu.gov.on.ca
• Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership –
www.tourismpartners.com
• Ontario Trillium Foundation – www.otf.ca
• Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation – www.sofii.ca
Training & Development
Are you a business owner
who wants to train your
employees to increase
productivity? Are you looking
for a new career opportunity
and want to expand your
skill sets to make yourself
more marketable to
prospective employers?
Training and development is key to the long-term
success of any business or career. Opportunities to
enhance your skills or those of your employees exist
throughout the areas surrounding Oro-Medonte.
Simcoe County District School Board Learning
Centres – Adult and Continuing Education
Barrie Campus
Phone: (705) 725-8360
Orillia Campus
Phone: (705) 325-9079
www.thelearningcentres.com
Small Business Centre
Phone: (705) 720-2445
www.barriebusinesscentre.ca
Orillia Area Community
Development Corporation
Professional Development
Series Schedule
Succession Planning/Exit Strategy
This is an opportunity for business owners to learn
how to transition out of their business and how to
maximize options both financially and strategically!
Wednesday, September 28th
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
City of Orillia – Brooks Room
50 Andrew Street South, Orillia
Social Media
Teaching small businesses and not-for-profits how
to build an effective online presence and develop a
successful digital strategy.
Wednesday, October 12th
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
City of Orillia – Tudhope McIntyre Room
50 Andrew Street South, Orillia
Lakehead University – Orillia
Phone: (705) 330-4008
www.lakeheadu.ca
Conflict Management & Delegation
Good communication and people skills are critical
in the operation of a small business. Developing an
understanding of core values and motivations of
others provides important insights on how to better
relate to those around you. Julie Scott, Certified
Coach Practitioner – Innovative Perspectives, will
help improve your understanding of how you relate to
others and enhance your ability to better handle and
manage conflict and delegation in the workplace.
Orillia Area Community Development Corporation
Phone: (705) 325-4903
www.orilliacdc.com
Wednesday, October 19th
9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
R&F Construction
73 Paterson Road, Oro-Medonte
Georgian College
Phone: (705) 728-1968
www.georgiancollege.ca
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Success Story
Orillia Golf and Country Club
Reborn
Just 18 months ago, the Orillia Golf and Country Club was
teetering on the brink of extinction. After several years of
inattention and following the death of its long-time owner,
Frank Whibley, the once-thriving business was in trouble.
Last April, Scotia Trust hired long-time golf professional
Greg Hickey to come in and assess the property to
determine if it could become a viable business once again.
After the snow melted in the spring of 2015, the size of the
challenge was revealed. “We soon realized the greens were
totally dead – they were 60% weeds and the rest of the
course wasn’t much better,” said Hickey.
On top of that, the irrigation system was aged and patched
together, literally, with duct tape. Under a collapsed roof of
a storage shed, the course’s maintenance equipment was
in disarray. “It was like a graveyard. All the equipment had
to be repaired or rebuilt.”
Thankfully, local resident Gord Wells agreed to help sift
through the wreckage and assist in the salvage operation.
Golfers who knew the course well also helped new staff
piece together the locations of buried components of the
irrigation system so it could begin its important work.
“We finally opened the course on May 22nd last year, which
is later than we hoped and probably earlier than we should
have considering the state of the course,” said Hickey. “It
was certainly a work in progress.”
Prior to opening, almost $20,000 was invested in the
130,000-square feet of greens at the 18-hole course.
Teams of specialists were employed to aerate the greens,
which were then over-seeded and top-dressed to attempt
to bring them back to life.
“By the end of July, the greens were back and it became
clear we could make a go of the business,” said Hickey,
who worked at Nobleton Lakes Golf Club for 25 years
as Head Pro, Director of Golf, and eventually, General
Manager. “In August, I invited friends from Tottenham
to come and play in a tournament and everybody was
impressed with how far we’d come.”
While the greens were a focal point, much effort was also
invested in improving the sand traps and fairways. At the
same time, the pro-shop was renovated and rejuvenated
and its snack-bar was updated so players could enjoy
fresh deli sandwiches, snacks, and drinks. An old storage
room adjacent to the pro shop was gutted and is now the
ReLeaf Room, where golfers can get out of the elements;
it’s a popular place for men’s night participants and has
hosted corporate meetings.
“Basically, every piece of the infrastructure puzzle here
needed to be addressed,” said Hickey, noting a steady
stream of electricians, plumbers, water specialists, and other
tradesmen – all local – have been called upon to help revive
the tired facility.
Early on in the process, Hickey hired Denise Osborne to be
the facility’s business manager. The two had worked together
at Nobleton Lakes for several years and Hickey knew that
she lived in Oro-Medonte. “I thought it was an opportunity to
put our heads together and try to save the course,” he said,
noting the golf course was recently listed for sale.
Osborne relished the opportunity and is proud of the progress
that has been made to date. “We’ve put in nice gardens, new
picnic tables, nice Muskoka chairs where people can enjoy
the breath-taking views,” she said. “We have new signage, a
new website, we’ve made huge improvements to the course
and the amenities, and while there’s lots of work to be done,
we’ve come a long way in a short time.”
Osborne, Hickey and their dedicated staff of 14 – all hired
locally – invite both former course lovers and newcomers
to check out their progress. “I’ve heard lots of people say
they grew up on this golf course, played with their dad here,
learned to play golf here … we would love to see them come
back and give it a try. I’m confident they will appreciate what
we’ve done here.”
“This is a great golf course with great bones,” said Hickey,
who hopes to continue what he’s started when the property
is purchased by new owners. “We’re not done by any stretch,
but we’re back on track. It’s a golf game out there now – it’s
a good test with some water hazards, sand traps and fast
greens...you better bring a good putting stroke.”
For more information, or to book a tee-time, call (705)
325-0678 or visit www.orilliagolfclub.com. The Orillia Golf
and Country Club is located at 3000 Line 11 North, just off
Horseshoe Valley Road.
Share Your Stories
Do you know of an Oro-Medonte based business that
should have its own successes showcased? If so,
we want to know about it! Email your local business
success story to Darcy Brooke-Bisschop, Coordinator,
Economic Development/Communications at
[email protected].
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Base Your Business In Oro-Medonte
Why Oro-Medonte?
Lake Simcoe Regional Airport
Oro-Medonte is home to the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport
(LSRA); one of the newest, busiest, and best positioned
regional airport facilities in Canada.
Jointly owned by the Township, City of Barrie, and County
of Simcoe, the LSRA features modern airport facilities and
a 6,000-foot runway, allowing it to serve a wide variety of
aircraft ranging from small recreational and flight training
aircraft to larger corporate, regional, and commercial planes.
Oro-Medonte is the gateway through which Northern
and Southern Ontario are connected and is home to
approximately 1,200 registered businesses that employ nearly
4,000 people.
The Township’s business community is very diverse, ranging
from small home-based companies to major manufacturers
with an international clientele. If you’re looking to expand,
start, or relocate your business, here are just a few of the
reasons why Oro-Medonte offers you an ideal location to
operate from:
• No municipal commercial or industrial development
charges.
• No County industrial development charges.
• Available commercial and industrial zoned land.
• Convenient and strategic location with easy access to
major transportation routes.
• Less than an hour’s drive to the Greater Toronto Area.
• A highly educated workforce.
• Home to the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport.
• Minutes from state of the art medical care at Orillia
Soldiers Memorial Hospital and Barrie’s Royal Victoria
Regional Health Centre.
• Access to post-secondary education and training
opportunities at Lakehead University in Orillia and
Georgian College in Barrie, Midland, and Orillia.
• One of the lowest tax rates in the region.
The airport is fully serviced by the Canada Border Service
Agency and maintains a Commercial Port-Of-Entry status,
which allows the airport to accommodate both international
passengers and freight.
The LSRA property also has over 140 acres of serviced
and un-serviced land available for airside commercial
development opportunities, along with an additional 60 acres
available for non-aviation development.
With all of these attributes, as well as easy access to major
highway infrastructure, the LSRA is an important and valued
member of the local economy. Visit www.lakesimcoeairport.
com for more information about the LSRA.
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Easy and direct access to Highways 400, 11, 12, and 93
connects your business to the rest of Ontario while allowing
you to recruit talented employees from a vast area.
With a Township-based labour force in excess of 16,000
people, including more than half who have college diplomas
or university degrees, potential employees for your business
are both highly skilled and readily available.
Visit www.oro-medonte.ca/business for more information
about why Oro-Medonte is a great place for your business.
To learn more about the Township’s Economic Development
Plan activities and how we can help get your business started
in Oro-Medonte, contact Donna Hewitt, Director, Corporate &
Strategic Initiatives at (705) 487-4015.
See page 50 for details
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Find the Perfect Place for Your Business
In partnership with the County of Simcoe’s Economic Development Office, the Township is pleased to provide an online
Commercial & Industrial Property Listings Tool at www.oro-medonte.ca/business to support economic growth and
investment.
The property listings website is designed to assist potential investors, businesses, or site selectors in researching and
identifying properties for potential new locations, expansion, or relocation of their business. The website improves the
investment readiness of the area by providing quick, convenient, and accessible information about available properties suited
for non-residential development. HOW IT WORKS
The County has established agreements with local Real Estate Boards including the Barrie & District Association of Realtors,
the Southern Georgian Bay Association of Realtors, and the Lakelands Association of Realtors. As realtors from these
participating Boards update their commercial, industrial, institutional, farm, or non-residential vacant land listings, these
postings appear on the Land Inventory site and are updated automatically as listings become available. If a property is not represented by a realtor from one of these participating Real Estate Boards, the owner or property
representative can submit their property details directly to the County of Simcoe Economic Development Office.
Email [email protected] for more information on how to get your property listed.
Features
The online tool includes:
• The ability to conduct a property search by price, size, and land type (i.e. commercial, industrial, farm, institutional, and
non-residential vacant land);
• Detailed community profile data including demographics,
labour force, and consumer expenditures statistics;
• The ability to save ‘favourite’ properties and review at a
later time;
• A ‘draw’ function that allows users to focus property
searches on a particular area;
• Map layers with additional information such as
boundaries for hydro distributors;
• New property detail documents in html and pdf format;
• The ability to add land information for properties not
represented by participating real estate boards.
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Home-Based Business Information Guide
Are there any types of businesses that are not permitted
for a home occupation?
Yes. Industrial-type uses that might create nuisances such as
noise, fumes, odour, or dust are not permitted. This includes
motor vehicle maintenance and repair, carpentry, machine,
or welding shops. Traditional ‘bricks-and-mortar’ storefronts
are also not permitted. The sale of commodities not produced
on the premises is only permitted if orders are fulfilled by a
delivery service (i.e. telephone, mail, or online orders delivered
by mail or courier).
Hundreds of people have chosen to make Oro-Medonte the
place that they live, work, and play by starting a business
from their home or an accessory building on their property.
Whether you’re a current resident of the Township or you’re
considering a move from the city for a more relaxed rural
lifestyle, Oro-Medonte is an ideal place for your home-based
business.
From artisans to outdoor recreation tour operators, cozy bed
and breakfasts to professional service providers such as
accountants and graphic designers, there is no shortage of
businesses operating from homes throughout the Township.
If you’re considering starting a home-based business in OroMedonte, here are quick answers to some of the questions
you might have.
What is considered a home occupation?
The Township’s Zoning By-law identifies a home occupation
as the use of a home or accessory building for business
purposes that is clearly secondary to the use of the property
as a residence.
Do I Need a Building Permit?
A building permit is required if your home or accessory
building requires construction, alterations, or plumbing to
accommodate your business.
For businesses operating within the home, be sure to include
the following details when applying for a building permit:
• The existing floor plan for floors that are affected by the
proposed construction/alterations;
• The proposed floor plan with labels indicating the
proposed use of the rooms;
• Identification of floors that will require structural changes
• A septic verification approval if plumbing, washrooms, or
bedrooms are being added;
Do I need to live on the property that I operate my homebased business from?
• A septic permit if the septic system is being altered,
upgraded, or newly installed; and
Yes. The business must be conducted by at least one of the
residents of a dwelling unit located on the lot. One employee
who is not a resident on the property is also permitted.
• Interior finishes such as drywall and cabinetry.
How much space can my business can occupy?
If the business is inside your home, the maximum is 35%
of the gross floor area. If the business is in a detached
accessory building, the maximum is 50% of the gross floor
area for properties with residential zoning. In the Agricultural/
Rural zone, the business can occupy 100% of a detached
accessory building.
Can I run my home-based business outdoors?
No. Your business must be conducted entirely within a
building. Outdoor storage and/or display of materials or
finished products is also not permitted.
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Do I need to inform the Township that I am operating a
home-based business?
No. As long as your business complies with the Township’s
Zoning By-law there is no obligation for you to inform the
municipality, but feel free to contact us if you have any
questions.
If your business will operate in an accessory building, you will
need to include all of the items identified above for a business
within the home, as well as:
• Ventilation details for proposed washrooms and office
space; and
• A heating system designed to maintain the temperature
at 18°C if there will be an employee other than the owner
in the office space.
Have more questions? Visit www.oro-medonte.ca/business
or contact staff at the Township Administration Centre for
more information.
Get Active!
Fall Session Recreation Programs
Community Events & Activities
164th Oro World’s Fair
AND MORE!
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FALL RECREATION PROGRAMS
How Do I Register?
ONLINE
Self-serve online registration is available for Oro-Medonte
Recreation & Community Services programs, allowing you to
sign up for programs and make payments from the comfort
of home!
Visit www.maxsolutionsonline.com/oromedonte to get
started. Follow the easy steps outlined below to set up your
account or login to your existing account and get yourself
registered today!
Important: To utilize the online registration program you
must pay by credit card. If you would prefer an alternate form
of payment you can register in person, by mail, or by fax.
New Account Setup
• Click “New Family Account” and follow the instructions on the screen.
• Start with the Primary Contact.
• Click “Add a Member” for any additional family members.
Tip: When creating a new account you’ll be asked for a
username and password. Make sure you use an active email
account for your username as it will be used for notifications
and receipts.
Please note: If you have rented a facility (such as the
banquet hall, arena, pavilions, or ball diamonds) from us in
the past, you may already have an existing account. Contact
the Recreation & Community Services Department to acquire
your username and password.
Login
Once you have setup an online account you will not have to
do so again. Just login and register for programs at any time.
Enter your username and password and browse the available
activities.
Program Registration
1. Click on “Browse Activities” to view all of the
programs offered. At the top of the page there is an
“Activity Type” drop down menu. Make sure you select
the correct program type in order to view the activities
for that activity section.
2. Once you’ve selected the program you’re interested in,
click on “Register” to be taken to the program
confirmation screen.
Tip: make sure that under “Name of Registrant” you
have the correct participant selected. You will also need
to click accept on the consent box.
3. Click “Add To Cart”. You can then continue to browse
the available programs or proceed to “Checkout” and make
payment.
4. Once completed, you will be emailed confirmation.
If you require assistance with the online registration program,
please contact the Recreation & Community Services
Department at the Township Administration Centre.
HARD-COPY
Complete the registration form found on page 32 and submit it:
In Person
Completed registration forms and payment can be submitted
in person:
• To the cashier counter at the Township Administration Centre (148 Line 7 South) during regular business
hours (Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.;
excluding statutory holidays).
• To the after-hours drop box located at the front entrance
of the Township Administration Centre.
By Mail
Please mark your envelope “REGISTRATION” and mail your
completed registration and payment to:
Recreation & Community Services Department
148 Line 7 South
Oro-Medonte, Ontario
L0L 2E0
By Fax
Mark your fax “Attention: Recreation & Community Services
Department” and send your completed registration form to
(705) 487-0133. Please note: when submitting a registration
form via fax, please utilize the credit card payment option to
complete this transaction. Payment must be received to
secure a spot in the program.
HOW DO I PAY?
NEW: Payments can be made in installments if required
(not available for online registrations).
• Credit Card – The Township accepts MasterCard
and Visa.
• Cheque – Payable to “The Township of Oro Medonte”.
• Debit – Applicable only to “in person” registrations.
• Cash – Applicable only to “in person” registrations. Please do not mail cash.
NON-SUFFICIENT FUNDS (NSF)
CHEQUE POLICY
An administration charge of $20.00 will be levied for all NSF
cheques.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ONE WEEK BEFORE PROGRAM START DATE
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FALL RECREATION PROGRAMS
CLASS AVAILABILITY &
REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION
All registrations are processed on a first come, first served
basis. You will receive confirmation after your completed
registration form and payment have been received, securing
your spot in a program.
Contact the Recreation & Community Services Department to
enquire about your program registration status.
PROGRAM AGE REQUIREMENTS
Each program in this Guide specifies an age range that
corresponds to program content. We accept registrations if
the individual is, or will be turning, the specified age within the
timeframe that the program operates.
CANCELLATION INFORMATION
The Township of Oro-Medonte Recreation & Community
Services Department reserves the right to cancel or alter any
programs, times, costs, or locations outlined in this Guide
as required, without any notice, due to lack of registrations,
change of policy, or availability of facilities or instructors.
Cancellation information will be sent by email to the address
listed on your account.
WAIT LISTS
If you cannot be accommodated in any of your program
choices, your name can be added to a wait list. Please indicate
this on your registration form.
REFUNDS
The Recreation & Community Services Department
endeavours to offer programs of the highest quality
and content, however, should a program not meet your
expectations:
A full refund will be issued:
• For any program cancelled by the Recreation &
Community Services Department
• For a refund request made prior to the second day of
any program (subject to an administration fee).
Pro-rated refunds will be issued:
• For a medical reason if accompanied by a doctor’s note
(subject to an administration fee).
All refund requests must be made directly to the Recreation
& Community Services Department. All refunds are subject
to a $10.70 administration fee per registrant transaction.
EVERYONE GETS TO PLAY
The Township of Oro-Medonte would like to ensure that no
one is excluded from recreation programs or activities offered
by the Township solely by an inability to pay registration fees.
To help make this possible, financial assistance is available
to qualified applicants for most recreation programs and
activities offered in this Guide. Contact the Recreation &
Community Services Department for more information.
Facilities Location Legend
BGGGC
BMP
CCAF
CCBH
CCMR
CCH
DMMP
EACH
EDCH
EOPS
GPS
HCH
HRNSB
HVMP
JCH
MES
OFGTF
OTH
SBPS
SWP
WPS
WRB
Bonita Glen Girl Guide Camp........................................................................................ 567 Line 11 South
Bayview Memorial Park..................................................................................... 687 Lakeshore Road East
Community Centre Arena Floor..........................................................................................71 Line 4 North
Community Centre Banquet Hall........................................................................................71 Line 4 North
Community Centre Meeting Room.....................................................................................71 Line 4 North
Carley Community Hall.....................................................................................396 Warminster Side Road
Danny McHugh Memorial Park......................................................................1885 Warminster Side Road
Eady Community Hall...............................................................................................73 Eady Station Road
Edgar Community Hall.....................................................................................1167 Old Barrie Road West
East Oro Public School...................................................................................................744 Line 11 North
Guthrie Public School.........................................................................................................22 Line 5 North
Hawkestone Community Hall................................................................................................ 3 Allen Street
Horseshoe Resort Nordic Skiing Building................................ Across from 1101 Horseshoe Valley Road
Horseshoe Valley Memorial Park....................................................................................3387 Line 4 North
Jarratt Community Hall........................................................................... 837 Horseshoe Valley Road East
Moonstone Elementary School........................................................................290 Moonstone Road East
Orillia Fish and Game Conservation Club Tree Farm................................ 510 Bass Lake Side Road East
Old Town Hall...................................................................................................................833 Line 7 North
Shanty Bay Public School......................................................................................1871 Ridge Road West
Sweetwater Park............................................................................................................3353 Line 6 North
Warminster Public School............................................................................................4031 Line 13 North
W.R. Best Memorial Public School..................................................................2221 Old Barrie Road West
PROGRAMHST
INFOISSUBJECT
INCLUDED
TO CHANGE,
IN ALL PROGRAM
VISIT WWW.ORO-MEDONTE.CA
REGISTRATION FEES
FOR UPDATES.
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RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES REGISTRATION FORM
MAIN CONTACT OR GUARDIAN – Please print clearly and complete all fields.
ADDRESS
CITY/TOWN
ALTERNATE PHONE #
POSTAL CODE
EMAIL ADDRESS (Required for paperless program confirmation notification – print clearly.)
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION – #1 – Please print clearly and complete all fields.
PARTICIPANT - LAST NAME
PARTICIPANT – FIRST NAME
1. PROGRAM NAME
DAY
FOR CAMP REGISTRATIONS ONLY
EXTENDED CARE REQUIRED  YES  NO
2. PROGRAM NAME
TIME
MORNINGS ONLY
 DAILY RATE $8.00  WKLY $30.00
DAY
BIRTHDATE
GENDER
 FEMALE  MALE
FEE
IF PROGRAM FULL, PUT ON
WAITLIST?  YES  NO
AFTERNOONS ONLY
 DAILY RATE $8.00 WKLY $30.00
TIME
MORNINGS ONLY
MORNINGS AND EVENINGS
 DAILY RATE $15.00  WKLY $50.00
FEE
AFTERNOONS ONLY
 DAILY RATE $15.00  WKLY $50.00
MEDICAL CONDITIONS/ALLERGIES/LIMITATIONS:
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION – #2 – Please print clearly and complete all fields.
PARTICIPANT - LAST NAME
PARTICIPANT – FIRST NAME
1. PROGRAM NAME
DAY
2. PROGRAM NAME
TIME
MORNINGS ONLY
DAY
GENDER
 FEMALE  MALE
FEE
AFTERNOONS ONLY
TIME
MORNINGS ONLY
BIRTHDATE
 DAILY RATE $15.00  WKLY $50.00
FEE
AFTERNOONS ONLY
 DAILY RATE $15.00  WKLY $50.00
MEDICAL CONDITIONS/ALLERGIES/LIMITATIONS:
The Recreation & Community Services Department recommends consulting a doctor before beginning any fitness program.
[ ] YES, I would like to receive e-mail communications from the Township about future recreation and camp program offerings!
I hereby waive and forever discharge the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte, its
employees agents, officers and elected officials from all claims, damages, costs and
expenses in respect to injury or damage to my/their person or property, however caused,
which may occur as a result of my/their participation in the program in any location where
the program is being held.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
( ) Cash – for walk-ins only
( ) Cheque – payable to The Township of Oro-Medonte
( ) Interac – for walk-ins only
( ) Visa/MasterCard – fill in required info
Registration forms are mailed or delivered to:
The Township of Oro-Medonte
148 Line 7 South
Oro-Medonte, ON L0L 2E0
Registration is also available online at www.oro-medonte.ca
SIGNATURE OF PARTICIPANT OR GUARDIAN
X ____________________________________________
CREDIT CARD INFORMATION
____ ____ ____ ____
(Card Number)
(Total)
VISA ( )
_ _/ _ _
(Exp. Date)
(Signature)
MASTERCARD ( )
*By signing above, I consent to have the listed card charged for the amount
indicated.
Personal information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used for the
purpose of program registration and participation. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator.
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CHILDREN & YOUTH PROGRAMS
ALL SPORT | 10 YRS & OLDER
Fly Fishing Basics | 10-16 YRS
Try a different sport every week! Students will learn the fundamental
skills of sport, including basic ball handling, rules and team work.
Emphasis is placed on fun, skill development, participation and fair
play. Time will also be used for scrimmaging.
Instructor: Jessica
Your child can enjoy this program on their own or with a parent for
some outdoor bonding time to learn the art of fly fishing. Learn about
fly selection, casting techniques, equipment, and reading the water in
this basic fly fishing skills course.
Instructor: Richard Vandermeer
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
6:45pm7:45pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 27
WRB
Fee
$75.00
ARCHERY | 8-14 YRS
Whether for hunting, competition, or just plain fun, archery fascinates
and entertains people of all ages. Participants will learn the basics of
shooting a recurve bow. Equipment, technique, proper handling, and
maintenance will be covered.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Fee
6:00pmMonday
4 Weeks Sept. 26 SWP
$100.00*
7:30pm
*An additional $20.00 equipment fee is payable to the instructor.
ART INNOVATORS
SESSION A
SQUIGGLES AND GRINS | 2-4 YRS
Squiggles and Grins is a program designed for 2-4 year olds to attend
with a parent. The themed art projects are done in coordination with
songs, stories, and poems, while enhancing your child’s gross and fine
motor skills, developing language and social skills, and preparing for
the educational system.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
11:00am 11:45am
6 Weeks
Sept. 27
OTH
Fee
$80.00
SESSION B
CREATIVITY AND SELF-EXPRESSION | 6-9 YRS
This is a confidence building artistic program that uses a variety of
mediums and projects, providing enrichment throughout the session.
Come use your imagination!
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Thursday
6:00pm7:00pm
6 Weeks
Sept. 29
OTH
Fee
$95.00
SESSION C
CREATIVITY AND SELF-EXPRESSION | 9-12 YRS
This is a confidence building artistic program that uses a variety of
mediums and projects, providing enrichment throughout the session.
Come use your imagination!
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Thursday
7:00pm8:00pm
6 Weeks
Sept. 29
OTH
Fee
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Fee
1:00pm 1 Day
Oct. 2
OFGTF
$25.00*
4:00pm
Sunday
IN THE MIX | HIP-HOP DANCE &
IPAD MUSIC-VIDEO CREATION
An innovative program that provides a unique opportunity for children
to explore what’s new in dance, music, and internet technology.
This experience is very much about developing mind and body, and
gaining confidence and social skills. Students will learn a brief hiphop dance to share with parents at the last class. They will also work
collaboratively in small groups to create one-of-a-kind music-videos,
using iPads supplied by In The Mix. Kids get to be Directors, DJ’s,
and Choreographers while producing their own custom Hip-Hop
music videos! Students have full creative freedom yet are guided
appropriately to help them progress and spice up their videos and
dancing. At the end of the session, students can securely view their
videos at the In the Mix website. To learn more about this program visit
www.inthemixprogram.com.
SESSION A | 3-6 YRS
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Wednesday
5:30pm 6:30pm
8 Weeks
Sept. 28
WRB
Fee
$95.00
SESSION B | 7-12 YRS
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Wednesday
6:30pm 7:30pm
8 Weeks
Sept. 28
WRB
Fee
$95.00
INTRODUCTION TO ART
FOR YOUTH | 8-14 YRS
Drawing and painting fundamentals are the focus of
this course. Older students will have the opportunity
to go beyond the basics and develop some of the finer
points of art.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
5:30pm 6:30pm
8 Weeks
Sept. 27
WPS
Fee
$50.00*
*An additional $15.00 material fee is payable to the instructor.
$95.00
PROGRAM INFO SUBJECT TO CHANGE. VISIT WWW.ORO-MEDONTE.CA FOR UPDATES
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INTRODUCTION TO BALL-HOCKEY
MONKEYNASTIX
Have your little athlete burn off some energy and have fun while
learning basic hockey skills. They will begin learning to stick
handle, pass, and shoot while participating in fun games and drills.
Participants are required to provide their own stick, gloves, helmet,
and running shoes.
Instructor: Jessica
Children develop good
sportsmanship with a strong
emphasis on physical literacy by
enhancing strength, flexibility,
balance, coordination, spatial,
and body awareness, as well as
eye, hand, and foot coordination.
We challenge your child while
developing agility, cardiovascular
fitness, and a positive selfimage. Participants receive
a Monkeynastix workbook,
a sticker each week, and a
certificate at the end of the
session.
SESSION A – 3-5 YRS
Day
Time
Duration
5:30pm 9 Weeks
6:15pm
*No class on October 27th
Thursday
Begins
Location
Oct. 6
GPS
Begins
Location
Oct. 6
GPS
Fee
$62.50
SESSION B – 6-8 YRS
Day
Time
Duration
6:15pm 9 Weeks
7:00pm
Thursday
Fee
$62.50
KINDER BALLET | 3-5 YRS
Time
Duration
5:30pm 9 Weeks
6:15pm
Monday
Begins
Location
Sept. 19
CCBH
Fee
$58.00
Duration
6:00pm 10 Weeks
7:00pm
*No class on October 10th and 24th
Monday
Duration
Begins
Location
Thursday
8 Weeks
Sept. 29
WRB
Fee
$130.00
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Thursday
6:15pm 7:00pm
8 Weeks
Sept. 29
WRB
Fee
$130.00
SPORTS 4 SHORTS | 3-5 YRS
Begins
Location
Sept. 19
OTH
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
6:00pm 6:45pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 20
WRB
Fee
$75.00
ST. JOHN’S AMBULANCE – SAFE AT
HOME ALONE | 8-11 YRS
This class teaches the basics of playing the guitar and learning guitar
tab. Before you know it you’ll be confidently playing songs and
melodies!
Instructor: Ethan
Time
Time
5:30pm 6:15pm
Sports for Shorts will get your preschooler enjoying and exploring a
variety of sports, and some low stress, non-competitive, co-operative
games to foster teamwork and skill building. Making friends and
having fun will be the main goal of this program. Parental participation
is encouraged.
Instructor: Jessica
JUNIOR LEVEL GUITAR CLASS |
12 YRS & Older
Day
Day
SESSION B – 4-5 YRS
Bring your little ballerina to this beginner basics Kinder Ballet. Your
little dancer will enjoy learning how to spin, twirl, and point their toes.
Each class will consist of fun across the floor and learning the basics of
ballets. Tutus always welcome!
Day
SESSION A – 2-3 YRS
Fee
This program is designed to provide children aged 8-11 years old
with the necessary skills required for being at home without parent
supervision. Topics include: handling phone calls and visitors,
recognizing hazards, 9-1-1 emergencies, first aid, and at home dos
and don’ts.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Saturday
1:00pm 4:00pm
1 Day
Oct. 22
CCBH
Fee
$40.00
$75.00
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ST. JOHN’S AMBULANCE – WHAT
EVERY BABYSITTER SHOULD
KNOW | 10½ – 15 YRS
A one-day course designed for the 10½ to 15 year old to teach
babysitting, leadership, and first aid skills in a fun and informative way.
Students learn how to care for infants, toddlers, and older children,
what questions to ask parents, how to give first aid, and what to do
in emergencies. The course includes a babysitter kit (complete with
flashlight, batteries, emergency phone number pad, and includes
space to pack homework and other supplies) and upon completion,
students receive a certificate and wallet card. Students must bring
their own peanut-free lunch and baby doll or teddy bear.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Saturday
9:00am 5:00pm
1 Day
Nov. 5
CCBH
Fee
$60.00
STORY TIME | 5 YRS & under
Looking for a fun interactive experience with your baby and/or
preschooler that will enrich your baby and help your child get ready
for kindergarten? Story time is the place! Enjoy stories, songs and
activities with a Barrie Public Library staff member. Children must be
accompanied by a parent or caregiver. NOTE: While this is a free program, registration is still required. A
minimum of 10 participants are required for the program to run.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
10:00am 10:30am
8 Weeks
Sept. 20
OTH
Fee
FREE!
Violin Lessons | 6 – 14 YRS
Have your child try their hand at an instrument that is scientifically
proven to make your brain bigger. Violin, or fiddle as it is also known,
is a four stringed wood instrument you play with a bow. Learn the
proper bow grip and posture as well as the enjoyment of playing as
part of a group. Try it out and perform at the final class performance!
Violin rental assistance is available through the instructor.
Instructor: Sherrie Powell
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Wednesday
6:00pm 7:00pm
8 Weeks
Sept. 28
OTH
A combination of all the things preschoolers love! Games, sports,
songs, creative movement, and other activities catered to your
preschooler. Meet new friends and try some new activities! Learn to
play a variety of active games geared towards preschoolers.
Instructor: Sarah
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Wednesday
5:30pm 6:15pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 28
OTH
Fee
$75.00
$75.00
ONTARIO EARLY YEARS – PLAY &
LEARN | 0-6 YRS
Enjoy this drop-in
program where
parents/caregivers
have the opportunity
to join in for crafts,
story time, toys, circle time, educational activities, and snack. While
participating in this program children will learn to follow directions,
develop confidence, and grow their social, literacy, math, and
listening skills. This is a great way for parents/caregivers to meet
other parents in the community. Please call the Ontario Early Years
Centre (OEYC) at (705) 325-1299 for more information on these free
programs and to register.
SESSION A
Day
TINY TOTS | 2-4 YRS
Fee
Time
Duration
Begins
10:00amMonday
On-going Sept. 12
11:30am
Note: This program follows the school year calendar.
*No program on Nov. 7th.
Location
Fee
JCH
FREE!
SESSION B
Day
Thursday
Time
10:00am11:30am
Duration
Begins
Location
Fee
On-goin
Sept. 15
HCH
FREE!
*No program on Nov. 10th.
JOE TROMBLY
AUTO SERVICES
705-325-6002
67 COLBORNE ST. W., ORILLIA
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HST IS INCLUDED IN ALL PROGRAM REGISTRATION FEES
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ADULT & SENIOR PROGRAMS
BEGINNER COMBO
BOOTCAMP – INDOOR
This class is a mix of various classes creating a full body workout
while having fun! What a great way to improve your balance,
strengthen, and tone. Please bring your own stability ball, yoga mat,
and water bottle to stay hydrated.
Instructor: Hope
This high energy, body sculpting class will have you burning fat faster.
The class will include strength, toning, speed, agility, and flexibility
training. All levels of fitness are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat,
stability ball, and water to stay hydrated.
Instructor: Hope
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Thursday
6:00pm 7:00pm
12 Weeks
Sept. 22
JCH
Fee
$96.00
SESSION A
Day
Time
6:00pm 7:00pm
*No class on Oct. 10th
Monday
BODY FLOW Yoga
A gentle stretching, incorporating yoga poses with a relaxation period
at the end. Please bring a yoga mat.
Instructor: Wendy
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Thursday
5:30pm 6:15pm
12 Weeks
Sept. 22
CCBH
Fee
$96.00
BOOTCAMP – OUTDOOR
Rain or shine - get whipped into shape! This class will be conducted
outdoors and includes strength, toning, speed, agility, and flexibility
training. Improve your fitness by building endurance and cardio while
enjoying the great outdoors! Please wear running shoes and bring
water to stay hydrated. If, and when, the snow arrives, this class will
become a snowshoe bootcamp class.
Instructor: Hope
SESSION A
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
1:00pm 2:00pm
12 Weeks
Sept. 20
HVMP
Duration
Begins
Location
12 Weeks
Sept. 19
WRB
Fee
$96.00
SESSION B
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Thursday
7:15pm 8:15pm
12 Weeks
Sept. 22
JCH
Fee
$96.00
Fly Fishing Basics
Enjoy this program on your own or with a child for some outdoor
bonding time to learn the art of fly fishing. Learn fly selection, casting
techniques, equipment and reading the water in this basic fly fishing
skills course.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Fee
1:00pm Sunday
1 Day
Oct. 2
OFGTF
$40.00*
4:00pm
Fee
$96.00
SESSION B
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Thursday
1:00pm 2:00pm
12 Weeks
Sept. 22
SWP
Fee
$96.00
GUITAR LESSONS
This class teaches the basics of playing the guitar and learning guitar
tab. Before you know it you’ll be confidently playing songs and
melodies!
Instructor: Ethan
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Monday
7:00pm 8:00pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 19
OTH
Fee
$85.00
*No class on Oct 10th.
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INTRODUCTION TO OIL PAINTING
PICKLE BALL
This course will cover the major aspects and techniques associated
with oil painting, its materials and equipment, and common mistakes
to avoid. Different approaches of painting will also be taught.
Come out and enjoy this popular new activity in a welcoming
environment! Pickle Ball is a mix between tennis and badminton, but
is easier on your joints. It’s a fun way to stay active and make new
friends.
Instructor: Luke
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Fee
6:30pm Tuesday
8 Weeks Sept. 27 WPS
$95.00*
7:30pm
INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOURS
Long thought of as one of the more challenging of mediums,
watercolours is also one of the most intriguing and satisfying. By
learning basic techniques such as wet in wet, lifting out, and any
brush, and applying them when and where needed, participants will
begin to understand and appreciate the unique characteristics of
watercolours.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Fee
5:30pm 8 Weeks
Oct. 6
WPS
$95.00*
6:30pm
Thursday
Introductory Pilates
Let individual attention provide a smooth intro to conditioning all
muscles with a focus on the core. Flexibility, alignment, and balance
will improve your mobility and function in day-to-day activities. Please
bring a yoga mat and a stability ball inflated large enough to sit on like
a chair.
Instructor: Julie
Day
Time
11:00am Monday
12:00pm
Duration
Begins
Location
10 Weeks
Sept. 19
CCBH
Fee
$80.00
MOVIN’ & GROOVIN’ IT COMBO
A great high and low impact workout using steps, hula hoops and
skipping ropes to increase cardiovascular endurance and develop
stamina and coordination. Watch those calories scream as you burn
them! Please remember to bring your own yoga mat.
Instructor: Hope
SESSION A
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Wednesday
6:00pm 7:30pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 28
GPS
Fee
$75.00
SESSION B
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Wednesday
7:30pm 9:00pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 28
GPS
Fee
$75.00
Pilates
Suitable for all fitness levels, this small class allows for individual
attention and safety while you strengthen your core, lengthen your
muscles, and find your balance. Please bring a yoga mat and a
stability ball inflated large enough to sit on like a chair.
Instructor: Julie
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Wednesday
5:30pm 6:30pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 21
CCBH
Fee
$80.00
Piloga
Stretch and strengthen all of your muscles while improving your
balance, flexibility, and coordination in this fun and gentle class. A
must for a healthy back! Please bring a yoga mat and a stability ball
inflated large enough to sit on like a chair.
Instructor: Julie
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Monday
12:00pm 1:00pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 19
CCBH
Fee
$80.00
SESSION A
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Monday
9:30am 10:30am
10 Weeks
Sept. 19
CCBH
Fee
$80.00
SESSION B
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Monday
7:45pm 8:45pm
10 Weeks
Sept. 19
CCBH
Fee
$80.00
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PRINCIPLES OF DRAWING
Violin Lessons
Through this course, participants will be introduced to the essential
elements necessary to draw well. Whether drawing landscape or still
life, grasping and applying the basic fundamentals such as proportion,
perspective, balance, and tone are necessary.
If you have always wanted the opportunity to learn to play the violin
or fiddle, now is your chance. Come out and fiddle around with a
group of aspiring violin or fiddle players. Learn the basic techniques
to play the instrument and then you will be equipped to play any style
you’d like. Experienced violinist/recording artist Sherrie Powell will
teach the basics and have you playing tunes on your instrument at the
final class performance! Violin rental assistance available through the
instructor.
Instructor: Sherrie Powell
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Fee
6:30pm Thursday
8 Weeks
Oct. 6
WPS
$95.00*
7:30pm
SteNGTHENING & STRETCH CLASS
A total body strengthening class using weights and tubes and body
weight with a 20 minute relaxation stretch at the end. Bring a yoga
mat and water to stay hydrated.
Instructor: Wendy
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
5:30pm 6:30pm
12 Weeks
Sept. 20
CCBH
Fee
$96.00
YOGA
This class will provide gentle variations of yoga poses to help release
tension and day-to-day stress. Your body will gradually achieve
greater muscular endurance, more flexibility, increased energy, and
improved circulation. Modifications at various levels will be offered.
Please bring a yoga mat and water to stay hydrated.
Instructor: Hope
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Wednesday
7:00pm 8:00pm
8 Weeks
Sept. 28
OTH
Fee
$85.00
ZUMBA/GLOBAL GROOVES
This fitness based dance program incorporates hip-hop and dance
with multiple styles into an upbeat physical workout. This is a great
cardio workout that will get you moving while having fun.
Instructor: Hope
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Friday
10:00am11:00am
12 Weeks
Sept. 23
CCBH
Fee
$96.00
SESSION A
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
6:00pm 7:00pm
12 Weeks
Sept. 20
CCH
Fee
$96.00
SESSION B
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Tuesday
7:15pm 8:15pm
12 Weeks
Sept. 20
CCH
Fee
$96.00
VON SMART PROGRAM
Offered by the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON), the VON SMART
(Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together)® Program is for adults
55+ who wish to improve their balance, flexibility, and muscle
strength. This program is offered free of charge through the
generous sponsorship of the North Simcoe Muskoka Local Health
Integration Network (NSM LHIN). Call (705) 326-7021 for more
information or to register.
Day
Time
Duration
Begins
Location
Fee
Tuesdays &
Thursdays
10:00am11:00am
Through
March
On-going
JCH
FREE!
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MINOR SPORTS
Baseball, Fastball, Softball
ORO-MEDONTE MINOR BALL
ASSOCIATION
www.ommba.ca
The Oro-Medonte Minor Ball Association is a volunteer-run
softball organization that was formed to provide children
with an opportunity to: play an organized sport; develop
a love of baseball; learn to cooperate and play on a team;
learn sportsmanship; develop leadership skills; start physical
fitness habits that will last a lifetime; encourage healthy living;
and have fun!
The OMMBA season runs from mid May through early
August, with registration taking place in February. Visit
www.ommba.ca for more information about the OMMBA and
how you can get involved as a volunteer.
VASEY MINOR BALL
www.gbmsl.com/Vasey.htm
The Vasey Giants participate in the Georgian Bay Minor
Softball League (GBMSL), a cooperation of community
softball organizations in the Georgian Bay area.
The GBMSL season begins on the May long weekend and
leagues run until mid August or early September, with annual
registration held in March. Visit www.gbmsl.com/Vasey.htm
for more information.
Hockey
ORO-MEDONTE BALL HOCKEY CLUB
www.facebook.com/oromedonteballhockeyclub
2016 was the inaugural year for the Oro-Medonte Ball Hockey
Club! Sanctioned by the Ontario Ball Hockey Association,
the club aims to provide a safe, fun, exciting, and affordable
hockey experience where players of all abilities can come to
learn the game, develop their skills, compete against other
players, and get active in a safe environment.
Visit www.facebook.com/oromedonteballhockeyclub for
more information.
ORO MINOR HOCKEY
www.orominorhockey.ca
Oro Minor Hockey dedicates itself to the advancement
of minor hockey for all individuals through progressive
leadership by ensuring meaningful opportunities and
enjoyable experiences in a safe sportsmanlike environment.
Oro Minor Hockey prides itself on its community atmosphere
and involvement. Players learn from coaches but equally
coaches learn from players.
The Oro Minor Hockey season runs from late September to
early April. Annual registration must be completed by June
1st. We’d love to hear from you if you would like to help coach
a team or support the association in another way! Visit www.
orominorhockey.ca or email [email protected] for
more information on getting involved.
Skating
ORO-MEDONTE SKATING CLUB
www.oromedonteskatingclub.com
The Oro-Medonte Skating Club (OMSC) is a non-profit
organization that teaches the fundamentals of skating to
children 3 & up. The OMSC is a Skate Canada sanctioned
club that offers CanSkate (learn to skate), Wee Stars
(CanSkate enrichment), Junior and Senior StarSkate (figure
skating, including tests and competitions), and Can PrePower (introduction to power skating) programs. All programs
are taught by a team of professional NCCP certified coaches.
To register simply visit www.oromedonteskatingclub.com,
print out the appropriate program registration form and bring
your completed form and payment to the first night of the
skating season.
Contact [email protected], find the OMSC on
Facebook and Twitter, or visit
www.oromedonteskatingclub.com for more information.
Soccer
ORO-MEDONTE MINOR SOCCER
www.omms.ca
Oro-Medonte Minor Soccer (OMMS) is a nonprofit and non-competitive league that is run
for children ages 4-15. Annual registration opens in January,
with the OMMS season running from mid May through the first
week of August.
Visit www.omms.ca for more information about OMMS,
how to get your child involved, and how you can become a
volunteer.
WARMINSTER SOCCER CLUB
www.warminstersoccerclub.wix.com
Warminster Soccer Club was established in 2010 after a group
of local parents got together to make sure their kids aged 4 to
14 were able to play soccer.
Registration takes place in February and March, with the
season operating from late May through mid August. Visit
www.warminstersoccerclub.wix.com for more information
about the club and how you can offer your support.
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PARKS, TRAILS & FORESTS
Trails
There is a trail experience for everyone in Oro-Medonte!
Countless recreation opportunities await you on trails in the
Simcoe County Forests, Copeland Forest, and on the Lake
Country Oro-Medonte Rail Trail.
Trails are wonderful places to spend a day, exercising or
relaxing, or taking in the beauty of nature. As you explore
local trails, you will see spectacular views and natural areas,
and will have an opportunity to spend time with family and
friends. Or if you prefer, you can enjoy a trail walk in solitude
or ride down a mountain bike track for a great adrenaline
rush!
Permitted uses vary by trail, but whether you are catching a
glimpse of a migrating bird, mountain biking on single track,
taking the family for a walk, or going off-road, there is a trail
in Oro-Medonte for you.
Ganaraska Hiking Trail
Association
The Oro-Medonte Ganaraska Hiking Club is one of nine
hiking clubs within the Ganaraska Hiking Trail Association.
The Ganaraska Hiking Trail extends from Port Hope on Lake
Ontario to Glen Huron where it joins the Bruce Trail. It also
includes a side trail from Copeland Forest to Midland and
a side trail from near Glen Huron through Wasaga Beach
and on to Midland. In total it covers approximately 500 km,
with approximately 300 km being in Simcoe County and
approximately 60 km being in Oro-Medonte. The OroMedonte chapter maintains 18.5 km from the Copeland
Forest up to Vasey Road.
Visit www.ganaraska-hiking-trail.com or contact club
president Christine Cornu at [email protected]
or (705) 733-3825 for information about upcoming hikes and
events. All are welcome to join in on any of the events. Hiking
boots are recommended and drinking water is essential.
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Copeland Forest Friends
Association
The Copeland Forest is a 4,400 acre
resource management area under the
jurisdiction of the Ministry of Natural
Resources and Forestry (MNRF). Its
approximate boundaries are Ingram Road
to the north, Line 5 North to the east,
Horseshoe Valley Road West to the south,
and Penetanguishene Road to the west.
The forest contains headwaters for three
watersheds draining into Georgian Bay and is the largest
mature forest within commuting distance of the Greater
Toronto Area.
In partnership with the MNRF, the Copeland Forest Friends
Association was established to bring greater stewardship
to the Copeland Forest, which is facing increasing pressure
from recreational interests. The goal of this non-profit
organization is to conserve the natural integrity of the forest
while facilitating compatible recreational opportunities.
The CFFA is pleased to announce that a map is now
available to download on their website that corresponds to
a network of newly signed trails in the forest. As a non-profit
group, the CFFA relies on membership fees and donations
to carry out its mission of protecting and preserving this
magnificent property. Membership fees are $25 annually.
www.copelandfriends.ca for more information.
Lake Country Oro-Medonte
Rail Trail
This 28 km, crushed stone surfaced trail runs between the
cities of Barrie and Orillia on the old Canadian National Rail
Line.
With its flat, easy grading, the Rail Trail is an excellent place
for a leisurely bike ride, walk, or run in the warmer months,
or a cross-country skiing or snowshoeing adventure in the
winter. Along the way you’ll find some of the best in the
natural beauty that Oro-Medonte has to offer. Quiet wetlands,
busy beaver ponds, peaceful forests, rushing creeks and
streams, picturesque farmland, and quick detours down to
Lake Simcoe highlight the length of the trail.
PARKS, TRAILS & FORESTS
Parkland Regulations
Oro-Medonte has nearly 300 acres of public parkland within
its boundaries, 116 acres of which are developed for use.
The Township’s parkland consists of a network of open
spaces, sports fields, playgrounds, waterfront parks, boat
launches, natural areas, heritage sites, and trails, all of which
provide active and passive recreational opportunities for
residents and visitors.
The following regulations help the Township maintain its
parkland assets while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of
those utilizing the space:
• Access to parks is prohibited between the hours of
11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.;
• The sale of any merchandise and the distribution of
advertising is not permitted;
• With the exception of service animals, no dogs shall be
permitted in Bayview Memorial Park;
• In all other parks, dogs must be leashed and under the
owner’s care and control;
• Dog owners must “stoop and scoop”;
• Use of motorized vehicles is prohibited, with the
exception of seasonal snowmobile and all-terrain vehicle
access to Lake Simcoe;
• No person shall dock or moor watercraft for a period of
greater than two (2) hours;
• Operation of watercraft in swimming areas is prohibited;
• Planting, landscaping, or removal/destruction of any
tree, shrub, soil, rock, or any other structure is strictly
prohibited;
• Archery, golf, and ball and bat activities are prohibited,
except in areas designated for such a purpose;
• The use of solid or liquid fueled barbecues is prohibited,
except in Bayview Memorial Park, where tabletop
propane barbecues with a propane tank not exceeding
16.4 ounces of fuel may be used.
For detailed parkland mapping and more information
about the Township’s parkland regulations, please visit the
Township’s website.
Parking Passes Required
at Summer Hot Spots
Permit parking regulations are enforced by the Township
through Labour Day (Monday, September 5th) at the following
locations:
• Bayview Memorial Park
• Line 9 Boat Launch
• Carthew Bay Boat Launch
• Shanty Bay Launch
• Shanty Bay Wharf
Annual parking permits are provided to Oro-Medonte
ratepayers at no charge and are available for pick-up
at the Township Administration Centre (limit of two per
household). Please bring proof of your address when you
come to pick up your passes.
Non-resident day passes will be available for Bayview
Memorial Park and Line 9 Boat Launch for $20/day per
vehicle. Annual passes are also available to non-residents
for use at any of the locations listed above.
A valid parking permit must be displayed on all vehicles
parked in the above-noted areas during the prescribed
dates. Any vehicle found to be parked in these areas without
displaying a current valid parking permit will be ticketed.
For more information please contact the Recreation
& Community Services Department at the Township
Administration Centre.
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COMMUNITY FACILITIES & EVENTS
CARLEY COMMUNITY HALL
396 Warminster Side Road
Booking Agent: Carol Chapman
Phone: (705) 835-3419
www.carleycommunityhall.com
EADY COMMUNITY HALL
73 Eady Station Road
Booking Agent: Evelyn Reid
Phone: (705) 835-5304
OLD TOWN HALL
833 Line 7 North
Booking Agent:
Phone: (705) 487-2171
ORO-MEDONTE COMMUNITY
CENTRE BANQUET HALL
71 Line 4 North
Booking Agent:
Phone: (705) 487-2171
ORO STATION COMMUNITY HALL
EDGAR COMMUNITY HALL
1167 Old Barrie Road West
Booking Agent: Pat Shellswell
Phone: (705) 739-7579
31 Ridge Road East
Booking Agent: Linda Crawford
Phone: (705) 487-3690
Oro Station Community Hall is community owned and operated.
RUGBY COMMUNITY HALL
HAWKESTONE COMMUNITY HALL
3 Allen Street
Booking Agent: Linda Argent
Phone: (705) 487-5866
www.hawkestone.net
JARRATT COMMUNITY HALL
837 Horseshoe Valley Road East
Booking Agent: Sharon Lawlor
Phone: (705) 329-3854
1911 Old Barrie Road East
Booking Agent: Brian English
Phone: (705) 487-6759
Rugby Community Hall is community owned and operated.
Municipal Alcohol Policy
Looking to plan a special event? Planning to serve alcoholic
beverages? The Township of Oro-Medonte Municipal Alcohol
Policy provides regulations regarding the consumption of alcohol in
municipal facilities.
The Policy requires that all events serving alcohol must have the following:
• Trained servers
• A special occasion permit
• A completed operational plan
• Liability insurance naming the Township as additional insured
For more information and to access applicable forms, please visit
www.oro-medonte.ca.
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Community Events
Fridays through OK Friday Barn Fair Farmers’ Market
Thanksgiving
Burl’s Creek Event Grounds (180 Line 8 South) | 3:00 p.m.
AUG.
SEPT.
OCT.
NOV.
DEC.
20 Knights of Columbus Barbecue
Sacred Heart Church (1802 Warminster Side Road) | 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
th Movie In the Park - Zootopia
20
Ramey Memorial Park (5464 Line 8 North) | Showing begins at dusk
th
17 Turkey Supper
th
Eady Community Hall (73 Eady Station Road) | Sittings at 5:00 p.m. & 6:15 p.m.
8 Thanksgiving Tea
Carley Community Hall (396 Warminster Side Road) | 11:00 a.m.
th
th Christmas Craft Sale
5 &6
Carley Community Hall (396 Warminster Side Road) | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
th
th Christmas Craft Show
5 &6
Jarratt Community Hall (837 Horseshoe Valley Road East) | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
th
10 Christmas Concert
th
Eady Community Hall (73 Eady Station Road) | 7:00 p.m.
10th Hawkestone Singers Christmas Concert
Hawkestone Community Hall (3 Allen Street) | 7:30 p.m.
For details about these events and many more, visit the
Community Events page at www.oro-medonte.ca/community
Get the
Word Out!
Post your
community
group or
organization’s
event to our
Community
Events
Calendar today!
All submissions are subject
to review, editing, and
approval prior to posting.
/OroMedonte
@TwpOroMedonte
Community Centre Banquet Hall Rentals
The perfect space for your next special event!
With a capacity of up to 200 people, kitchen space, and washroom facilities,
the Community Centre Banquet Hall is the ideal venue for large functions.
Birthday Parties
Business Conferences
Anniversary Celebrations
Training Sessions
Buck and Doe Parties
Skating Parties
...and more!
Contact the Recreation & Community Services Department
at (705) 487-2171 or [email protected] to inquire about
availability, fees, and applicable municipal policies.
For catering options, contact Rusty at [email protected].
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Hawkestone Singers
Lottery Licences
Calling all singers! Come join our informal group of people
who love to sing. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings from
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Hawkestone Community Hall (3
Allen Street). The Hawkestone Singers are a non-profit, adult
community choir, who sing a varied selection of traditional
and contemporary choral music, including popular hit songs.
Planning to hold a raffle, 50/50 draw, or other lottery-style
fundraiser at your next community event? Then be sure to
contact the Clerk’s Office at the Township Administration
Centre to find out if you’re required to have a Lottery Licence.
Come join the fun this season! Register on Thursday,
September 8th at 7:00 p.m. for the 2016-17 season that runs
from September to May.
Search “Hawkestone Singers Community Choir” on
Facebook, call Carol Jones-Simmons at 705-722-7438 or
send her an email at [email protected] for
further information.
SAVE THE DATE: The annual Christmas concert is scheduled
for Saturday, December 10th.
Organizations must conduct and manage their events in
accordance with licensing policies outlined by the Alcohol
and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).
In conjunction with the AGCO, the Clerk’s Office is
responsible for issuing lottery licences to eligible charitable
and religious organizations to raise funds through municipally
licenced lottery events. These events typically include
fundraisers such as bingos, raffles, 50/50 draws, break-open
tickets, bazaars and penny auctions.
Information on conducting and managing lottery
events can be found on the AGCO’s website at
www.agco.on.ca. Contact the Clerk’s Office at
the Township Administration Centre for further
information about the required application
process.
HAWKESTONE
KEEN-AGER CLUB
Tuesdays starting September 20th
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Hawkestone Community Hall
3 Allen Street
The Community Keen-Ager Club
is a free drop-in program designed
for participants to access and lead
at their leisure.
Weekly sessions vary based on
participant interests. Physical activity,
healthy eating, and other topics of
interest have all been featured, along
with plenty of opportunity for social
interaction with peers.
Visit www.hawkestone.net
for more information.
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164th Oro
World’s Fair
Friday, September 16th
10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 17th
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Oro Agricultural Fairgrounds (833 Line 7 North)
2016 Terry Fox Run
Over the past 15 years, the Oro-Medonte/Sugarbush Terry
Fox Run that is held annually at Sweetwater Park has raised
over $141,000 for important cancer research.
This year’s event is scheduled for Sunday, September 18th and
volunteers are needed! If you’re interested in helping continue
15 years of fundraising efforts for the 2016 run, please contact
Sandie Leonard at [email protected].
The 2016 Fair promises to have something for everyone.
Back again for 2016 is the Extreme Cowboy Competitions –
an event that challenges both horse and rider to manoeuvre
through a series of trail and farm-based obstacles
demonstrating both horsemanship and speed. And there’s
more: a wandering ostrich, Pawsitive Spirit dog agility
shows, sanctioned truck and tractor pull, classic car show,
steel drums by Hu, Owen the Great, the Barrie Squaretimes,
Northern Jewels Cloggers, Clarabella the Clown, midway,
demolition derby and much more!
Visit www.terryfox.org for more information about the Terry
Fox Foundation and its efforts to raise funds for cancer
research.
There will also be competition categories for every member
of the family to enter! Babies, dogs, cattle, chickens, rabbits,
vegetables, grains, flowers, quilting, knitting, crafts, baking,
jams, pickles, honey, and many others.
PUBLIC USE
To ensure that the courts are used only for their intended
purpose, the courts are secured by a locking system. A
$15.00 annual user fee has been established for individuals
wishing to use the courts during all public access hours.
Entrance to the Fair is $10.00 per day. Elementary school
children are free. Get a membership today and get into the fair
both days for $10.00!
Tennis Court Access
The tennis courts located at Horseshoe Valley Memorial Park
(3387 Line 4 North) provide opportunities for both public and
club use.
Contact the Recreation & Community Services Department at
the Township Administration Centre for more information.
If you are interested in being a part of this pivotal community
event as a volunteer, sponsor, vendor, or exhibitor, simply
call (705) 487-1753 or email [email protected] for
more information. You can also find the Oro World’s Fair
online at www.oroworldsfair.com and on Facebook at www.
facebook.com/OroWorldsFair.
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Celebrations at Carley
Community Hall
Host your weddings, reunions, shower, or birthday
parties at the beautiful Carley Community Hall.
Carley Community Hall contains a fully equipped
modern and recently refurbished kitchen, an open room
with plenty of seating, a small stage, and washroom
facilities. Tables and chairs are included should you wish
to use them. The grassy lawn that surrounds the hall is a
perfect place for a rented tent and to play outdoor games.
Rental rates are very reasonable. Please contact Carol at
(705) 835-3419 for complete rental information.
Location: Jarratt Community Hall
10th Line North Oro-Medonte & Horseshoe Valley Road
Jarratt Christmas Craft
Show 2016
Saturday
November 5th
Sunday
& November
6th
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
g:
Featurin
Woodworking, Quilting,
Needlework, Photography, Jewellery,
Knitting, Painted Tole,
Crochet Work & Much More!
Enjoy our Country Kitchen
Homemade Chili, Soup
Sandwiches made to order
Butter Tarts, Brownies & Cheesecake!
Admission
Free
Money raised at this event goes towards the general upkeep of the Jarratt Hall
2nd Annual
Candle Light Stroll &
Tree Lighting Ceremony
FALL
TOURS
Bring the whole family out to enjoy the holiday season!
There will be multiple stops along the route where
walkers can enjoy Christmas music of various types
before returning to the clubhouse for hot drinks,
music, and a tree lighting ceremony.
Donate a toy in support of the
Salvation Army to receive a
candle for the walk.
Driving
Friday, December 9th
Candle Light Walk - 6:30 p.m.
Tree Lighting - 8:00 p.m.
Hiking
Cycling
Boating
www.OntariosLakeCountry.com
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Horseshoe Resort
Highlands Clubhouse
1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd. W.
Ball Diamond
Rentals
Ice Time
Available at
the Community
Centre Arena
Ball diamonds are available for rent in
Guthrie, Shanty Bay, Vasey, and Warminster
Perfect for charity fundraising events,
family reunions, or corporate team-building!
Are you part of a group of early
risers who want to play some
shinny together before work?
Check for availability at
Looking to play pick-up
hockey during some down
time in your weekday?
www.oro-medonte.ca
For more information
or to book your
rental, contact the
Recreation & Community
Services Department
at (705) 487-2171.
Ice time is available at the
Oro-Medonte Community
Centre at 71 Line 4 North
for less than $120/hour
(taxes included) during
our non-prime* time slots.
Check for available times at
www.oro-medonte.ca
or call (705) 487-2171 to
book your ice time today.
*Non-prime ice times are 6:00 a.m.
to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
2016-17 Public Skating Schedule
Weekly Skating Schedule
FREE!
Pre- & Home-school
Childrens’ Skates
Fridays:
6:00 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.
Sundays:
2:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Mondays and
Wednesdays:
11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Tuesdays and
Fridays:
11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Starts Friday,
September 30th
Starts Monday,
September 26th
Regular Skates
Adults (18+) - $2
Youth (17 & under) - $1
Seniors’ Skates
FREE!
Starts Tuesday,
September 27th
Redeem your admission
ticket for a FREE hot
beverage from the
concession stand!
Multi-skate passes
available for
purchase at the
admission table.
NAME:
DATE OF
PURCH ASE:
PASS #:
ADU LT PUBL IC SKAT
ING
MULTI-SK ATE PASS
10
Skates
$20
Special Skating Events
P.A. Day Skate
Halloween Skate
Dress in your costume for a
chance to win prizes!
P.A. Day Skate
Friday, October 21st
11:00 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.
Friday, October 28th
6:00 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.
Friday, November 18th
11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
*All dates and times are subject to change. Exceptions apply to the
Weekly Skating Schedule. Check www.oro-medonte.ca for daily schedules.
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CYCLING
How familiar are you with the Rules of the Road?
Road cycling can be a contentious issue for some, particularly
when it comes to groups of cyclists riding together.
Misunderstandings surrounding the Highway Traffic Act (HTA)
tend to be the primary culprit behind disagreements between
cyclists and motorists.
With that in mind, Cycle Simcoe recently partnered with
Tourism Simcoe County, RTO7, and Grey County, to produce
a series of cycling safety videos. These videos are intended to
educate both cyclists and motorists by clarifying the rules of
the road and encouraging all road users to co-exist, practice
courtesy, and truly ‘Share the Road’.
Visit www.cyclesimcoe.ca/safety to watch the following four
videos that outline safe, shared use of our roadways:
Leave 1 Metre – it’s the LAW
The Province of Ontario recently passed a law requiring that
motorists must leave at least one metre when passing a
cyclist. When passing a cyclist or group of cyclists, be sure
that the road is clear of approaching traffic before merging,
use your turn signal, and leave at least one metre between
yourself and the cyclist.
Proper Group Riding
When riding in groups on rural roads, remember to stay tight
and to the right, ride in groups of 10 or less, and go single file
on narrow roads, in blind spots, or on hills so that cars can
safely pass.
Safe Cycling Techniques
Cyclists are considered vehicles under the Highway Traffic
Act. When cycling on rural side roads and through towns,
please remember to wear bright colours, use hand signals,
stop at stop signs, and walk on sidewalks.
How to Safely Pass a Cyclist
Did you know that it is now the law to leave at least one metre
of space between your vehicle and a cyclist when passing?
It’s true. When approaching a cyclist or group of cyclists on
the road, please practice safe passing techniques. Be sure
the road is clear of approaching traffic before passing, leave
at least one metre of space, and use your signal much like
you would if passing another vehicle.
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Simcoe County MTN Bike Club
The Simcoe County
Mountain Bike Club
(SCMBC) was established
to build and maintain
recreational mountain bike
trails in Simcoe County.
The Club has land-use agreements with the County of Simcoe
and private land owners for the use and maintenance of a
variety of trails located throughout the Township.
The SCMBC welcomes and encourages all mountain bikers
to get involved and participate in the protection of local trails.
Email [email protected] or visit www.scmbc.ca for more
information.
VOLUNTEER
at your local outdoor rink
Join your local crew of ‘Rink Rats’ with a
commitment of as little as 1-hour per week!
aGive your kids a place to get outside and play.
aEarn required high school volunteer hours.
aContribute to the strong sense of community
in your neighbourhood.
The Township provides the necessary training and equipment.
For more information please contact the Township’s Recreation
& Community Services Department at (705) 487-2171.
Outdoor Rink Locations
1
Ramey Memorial Park
5464 Line 8 North
1
2
Ravines of Oro-Medonte
8 Blackcomb Drive
2 3
3
4
Horseshoe Valley
Memorial Park
3387 Line 4 North
6
4
5 5
Danny McHugh
Memorial Park
1885 Warminster
Side Road
Sweetwater Park
3353 Line 6 North
Hawkestone Community Hall
3 Allen Street
6
Shelswell Park
7 118 Lakeshore Road West 7
Shanty Bay Park
8 1950 Ridge Road West 8
Without you there can be no rink!
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