Weekly Bulletin May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012
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Archive for May, 2012
CSA Directory
May 30, 2012
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This Canadian CSA farm directory lists Ontario Community Supported Agriculture farms (also known as Community Shared Agriculture farms), their locations, contact information, and websites. All CSA farmers in Ontario can post their information on this directory, free of charge.
What are …
GO discontinuing 2-ride and 10-ride tickets
May 30, 2012
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Starting June 1, 2012, GO 2-ride and 10-ride tickets will no longer be available for purchase. These ticket types will only be valid until July 31, 2012 for use on GO Trains and GO Buses. They are being replaced by the …
New provincial drilling rules for geothermal systems
May 30, 2012
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As a result of a recent natural gas leak in Oakville, Ontario is now strengthening regulations around drilling for geothermal energy systems. Vertical, closed-loop drilling for geothermal energy systems will now require provincial approval with the installers also required to …
Active living promoted in Halton
May 30, 2012
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Hiking and cycling are being promoted as part of Recreation and Parks Month throughout Halton.
Active transportation (biking, walking, rollerblading) provides health as well as environmental benefits. Exploring neighbourhood trails and participating in community walks allows you to enjoy nature without producing pollution.
In Burlington, …
Burlington celebrates Bike to Work Day
May 30, 2012
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On Monday, May 28, 2012, Smart Commute Halton, the City of Burlington and the Burlington Chamber of Commerce celebrated Bike to Work Day with the First Annual City-Wide Bike to Work Day Breakfast. Almost 75 cyclists from across Burlington came …
Plastic plant pot recycling
May 30, 2012
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Halton Region is providing residents with an opportunity to divert more waste away from the landfill site by recycling their plastic plant pots and trays at the Halton Waste Management Site (HWMS). Plastic pots and trays are currently not accepted …
Island Lake Community Trail
May 30, 2012
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Credit Valley Conservation Foundation has been successful in obtaining a $50,000 grant in the Shell Fuelling Change contest. The funds will go towards completing a 12 km wheelchair accessible, walking and cycling trail around Island Lake that will link with …
Spring is time to remove Giant Hogweed
May 30, 2012
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There are many invasive species that can threaten the native plants in your garden, but probably one of the best publicized is Giant Hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum). The notoriety is due to its tremendous height and the dangers from its sap …
Oakville Urban Forest Plan
May 29, 2012
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From Oakvillegreen:
Oakville has a North Oakville Urban Forest Management Plan that we can be proud of. Thanks to Oakvillegreen president Karen Brock, our friends at South Peel Naturalists, Dr. Pedro Pereyra and the many others who supported us by …
