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'Giraffes Can't Dance' Story Walk begins at Ken Reid Conservation Area
Posted on Thursday, June 29, 2023 09:27 AM
JUNE 29, 2023 – Available now and for the entire month of July, visitors to Ken Reid Conservation Area can read ‘Giraffes Can’t Dance’, the newly featured story along the Story Walk Trail.
Written by Giles Andreae, ‘Giraffes Can’t Dance’ tells the tale of a nervous giraffe named Gerald that has trouble finding his groove at the annual Jungle Dance. Feeling down on himself and upset about his lack of moves, he leaves the dance and finds himself chatting to a friendly cricket, who encourages him to...
Today, June 21, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day
Posted on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 08:20 AM
JUNE 21, 2023 – Today, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day, marking the rich heritage, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples worldwide. This annual observance aims to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada.
Indigenous Peoples Day provides an opportunity for communities, educational institutions, and organizations to acknowledge and appreciate the invaluable contributions made by Indigenous peoples. By...
Landowners urged to be aware after oak wilt discovered in Niagara Falls neighborhood
Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 09:32 AM
JUNE 14, 2023 – Oak wilt, a devastating fungal disease that targets oak trees, has been identified in a residential area in Niagara Falls. This is the first confirmed detection of oak wilt in Canada.
With the aim of preserving the long-term health and beauty of the oak population considering the recent detection, experts are emphasizing the importance of avoiding tree pruning until winter, employing pruning sealer or tree paint over any wounds, refraining from moving firewood, and promptly...
Legal Process for Building Officials and Designers Exam Prep course offered at Kawartha Conservation
Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 10:29 AM
JUNE 13, 2023 – Kawartha Conservation is pleased to announce two comprehensive exam preparation courses for building officials, designers, and professionals in the construction industry. The Legal Process for Building Officials and Designers - Exam Prep course will take place from November 6-10, 2023, followed by the Ontario Building Code Part 8, On-site Sewage Systems Exam Prep course from November 13-17, 2023.
The Legal Process for Building Officials and Designers - Exam Prep course is designed to...
‘Over in the Forest’ returns to the Story Walk Trail at Ken Reid CA
Posted on Wednesday, June 07, 2023 09:00 AM
JUNE 7, 2023 – Visitors to Ken Reid Conservation Area can once again read ‘Over in the Forest’ as it makes its second appearance along the Story Walk Trail for the month of June.
Written by Marianne Berkes, ‘Over in the Forest’ takes readers on a journey throughout the forest, exploring the lives of beavers, deer, turtles, birds, and other woodland animals. With colourful illustrations, clever rhyming schemes and simple counting exercises, readers can play a fun game of hide-and-seek with different...
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