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OPP Back To School News Release

From: Peterborough County OPP

Back To School - Its Coming
A Motorist's Reminder

Summer Break is ending and children are returning to school. This means school buses will once again be travelling on area streets, roads and highways and students will be walking and biking to school.

Peterborough County OPP would like to take this time to remind motorists to pay close attention when meeting or following a school bus.

Remember, motorists in both directions must stop when approaching a stopped school bus with its stop arm extended and red lights flashing. Don't start moving until the red lights have stopped flashing, the stop arm has been retracted and the bus has begun to move. Failure to obey these conditions could result in a $500 fine and 6 demerit points.
 

Drivers should be extra cautious when travelling near schools:

• Watch for pedestrians and cyclists
• Obey all speed limits
• Watch for school buses and other vehicles dropping off or picking up students

Road safety is a shared responsibility and everyone is expected to contribute to keep our roads free from unnecessary tragedy.

Contact: Iain McEwan, Media Relations Officer
Peterborough County OPP
Phone: 705-742-0401
E-mail: iain.mcewan@ontario.ca

Rural Needs Day

The Rural Outreach Committee (ROC) is sponsoring a
Rural Community Needs Day
at the
Buckhorn Community Centre
(1801 Lakehurst Road)
on Wednesday, September 1st
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This program is for those in the community who are in need. FREE Toiletries, clothing, coats, shoes and many other items.

We will also take donations in good condition.

For further information please call 657-2232 or 657-2203 or 1-866-844-7622 (all calls are confidential)
 

The Buckhorn Area Quilters' Guild
 is sponsoring the
Quilting at the Lakes Quilt Show
featuring the theme
"Autumn Splendour"

September 10th to the 12th, 2010
Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission is $5.00 daily
at the
Buckhorn Community Centre
1801 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn 

For more info:
call Penny at 705-652-8597
info@buckhornquilters.ca

Featured Quilter: Helen Fujiki
sponsored by the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey

Hoffman Challenge Quilts

Quilt Appraiser Rosalie Tennison

Vendor's Village

Featuring:

• Over 200 quilts
• Quilt raffle
• Demonstrations
• Members' Boutique
• Block Challenge: sponsored by Northcott Silk & Your #1 Sewing Centre
• Name the Block Contest
• Tea Room

Zoning By-Law Notice & Key Maps

AMENDED

Notice of Passing of a Zoning By-Law Amendment

TAKE NOTICE that the Concil of of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey passed By-Law No. B2010-65 on the 13th day of July, 2010, under Section 34 of The Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended.

AND TAKE NOTICE that any individual, corporation or public body may appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of the By-Law by filing with the Clerk of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey not later than the 17th day of August, 2010, a Notice of Appeal setting out the objection to the By-Law and the reasons in support of the objection.

Pursuant to Section 34(10) of The Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, a Notice of Appeal must be accompanied by a fee of $125.00 in the form of a certified cheque or money order made payable to the Minister of Finance and a completed Appellant Form (A1) available from the Ontario Municipal Board website (www.omb.gov.on.ca).

Only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal a zoning by-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorprated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf.

No person or public body shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the by-law was passed, the person or public body made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submission to the Council or, in the opinion of the Ontarion Municpal Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.

An explanation of the purpose and effect of the By-Law, describing the lands to which the By-law applies, and a key map(s) showing the location of the lands to which the By-law applies are here. The complete by-law is available for inspection in the municipal office during normal office hours.

Dated at the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey this 28th day of July, 2010.

Natalie Garnett, M.A., Clerk
Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey
P.O. Box 820
701 County Road 36
Bobcaygeon ON   K0M 1A0
Telephone: 705-738-3800, ext. 240  Fax: 705-738-3800
ngarnett@galwaycavendishharvey.ca
 

Official Plan Amendment Notice & Key Map 

AMENDED

Notice of Passing of a Adoption of an Official Plan Amendment

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 34 on the 13th day of July, 2010, by By-Law No. B2010-63 in accordance with the provisions of Section 17 of The Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended.

Location of the Subject Lands

Official Plan Amendment No. 34 applies to lands located in Part of Lot 20, Concession 9, Geographic Township of Harvey, in the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey. The total area affected by the Amendment is approximately 60.2 hectares (148.75 acres) with a frontage on County Road 36 of approximately 580 metres (1,902.89 feet). A key map showing the location of the subject lands is available with the complete Official Plan Amendment Notice here.

Purpose and Effect of the Official Plan Amendment

The purpose and effect of Official Plan Amendment No. 34 is to amend the Official Plan of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey by changing the land use designation on the entire property from "Rural" to "Aggregate Resources" to permit the establishment and operation of a licenced dimension stone quarry under the provisions of the Aggregate Resources Act.

Approval Authority

The County of Peterborough is the approval authority for Official Plan Amendment No. 34. Any person or public body is entitled to received notice of the decision of the County of Peterborough if a written request to be notified of the decision is submitted to:

County of Peterborough
470 Water Street
Peterborough ON  K9H 3M3

Additional Applications

The property that is affected by Official Plan Amendment No. 34 is also the subject of Zoning By-law Amendment Application No. 13-09. Municipal files indicate that the subject property is not currently the subject of an application under the Planning Act for consent, for a minor variance, for an amendment to a Minister's zoning order, or for an application for approval of a plan of subdivision.

Additional Information

Additional information relating to Official Plan Amendment No. 34, including a copy of the Amendment and related background materials, is available to the public for inspection at the Township office during regular business hours.

Dated at the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey this 28th day of July, 2010.

Natalie Garnett, M.A., Clerk
Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey
P.O. Box 820
701 County Road 36
Bobcaygeon ON   K0M 1A0
Telephone: 705-738-3800, ext. 240  Fax: 705-738-3800
ngarnett@galwaycavendishharvey.ca
 

Notice of Water Yard and Boathouses

At the Council Meeting of July 13, 2010, Council held a Public Meeting under the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act to consider textual amendments to Zoning By-Law 85-94, as amended, as follows:

• to increase the minimum water yard setback from 21.5 metres (70 ft.) to 30 metres (98.43 ft.); and
   
• to establish new minimum side lot line setback provisions for boathouses by reducing the minimum setback from 15 metres (50 ft.) to 1.5 metre (5 ft.).

As a result of the Public Meeting, the following resolutions were passed:

Resolution No. R2010-266

Moved by: Deputy Reeve Pearson
Seconded by: Councillor Clarkson

That By-Law B2010-66 (minimum water yard setbacks) be deferred so that Council can review the public comments received and gather additional information
                                                                                         Carried.

Resolution No. R2010-367

Moved by: Councillor Franzen
Seconded by: Councillor Clarkson

That the side lot line setback for boathouses remain at 50'.

Councillor Clarkson requested a recorded vote and the Clerk conducted a roll call.

                                                                             Carried

For further information regarding these matters please contact:

Natalie Garnett, Clerk
Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey
P.O. Box 820
701 County Road 36
Bobcaygeon ON  K0M 1A0
Telephone: 705-738-3800, ext. 240     Fax: 705-738-3801
ngarnett@galwaycavendishharvey.ca 

The Rural Outreach Committee (ROC) in association with the Knox Presbyterian Women will be presenting their 7th Annual ROC Gospel Concert.

Saturday, August 21st, 2010
7:00 p.m.
at Knox Presbyterian Church
6 Joseph Street, Bobcaygeon, Ontario

Join us for an Inspiring and Fun Night of Gospel Music!

Free Will Offering  *  Refreshements

Featuring:

The 2010 Final Property Tax Bills were mailed out on the 14th of July, 2010.

Please ensure that if you have moved recently that you have updated your mailing infomation with our office. We must receive any changes to a mailing address in writing with a signature granting us permission to make the change.
 

Notice of a Public Meeting

Date and Time: August 10, 2010 at 1:00 p.m.
Place: Council Chambers, Lower Level, 701 County Road 36, Bobcaygeon

Please download the Complete Notice

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey will hold a Public Meeting to consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 85-94 as amended by By-Law B2000-73 Under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990.

AND TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey has received a complete application and is notifying the public in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act.

Location of Subject Lands: The subject lands are located in Part of Lot 8, Concession 15, being Part 1, Reference Plan 45R-14701 (Harvey) and having Property No. 15-42-010-001-49600 (758 Flynn's Road) AND Part of Lot 8, Concession 15 (Harvey) and having Property No. 15-42-010-49700, comprises a total area of approximately 46.60 hectares (115.15 acres). (Refer to Complete Notice for Key Map).

Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment: THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed amendment is to amend the Special District 603 (S.D. 603) Zone to merge the Severed Parcel with property described as Part of Lot 8, Concession 15 (Harvey) and having Property Roll No. 15-42-010-001-497 AND to amend the Special District 604 (S.D. 604) Zone by reducing the minimum lot area for the Retained Parcel having Property No. 15-42-010-001-49600, to satisfy conditions of Consent B-21-10 (addition to lot).

Additional Applications: THE LANDS herein described are subject to Zoning By-Law Amendment No. 08-10. Information available to the Township indicates that this property is not currently the subject of an application for any of the followning: consent, minor variance, an official plan amendment, for an amendment to a Minister's zoning order, or an application for approval of a plan of subdivision.

Representation: ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submission to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey to the Ontario Municipal Board.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a ;ublic meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

If you wish to be notified of the passing of the proposed zoning by-law amendment, or of the refusal of a request to amend the zoning by-law, you must make a written request to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey at the address given below.

Information: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the propsed zoning by-law amendment is available for inspection in the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Municipal Office, 701 County Road #36 during regular hours.

Dated at the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey this 21st day of July, 2010.

Natalie Garnett, Clerk
Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey
701 County Road #36
P.O. Box 820
Bobcaygeon ON   K0M 1A0
Telephone: (705) 738-3800, ext 240
Fax: (705) 738-3801

Notice of a Public Meeting

Date and Time: August 10, 2010 at 1:00 p.m.
Place: Council Chambers, Lower Level, 701 County Road 36, Bobcaygeon

Please download the Complete Notice

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey will hold a Public Meeting to consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 85-94 as amended by By-Law B2000-73 Under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990.

AND TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey has received a complete application and is notifying the public in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act.

Location of Subject Lands: The subject lands are located in Parts of Lots 15 and 16, Concession 9, being Part of Part 1 and Parts 2 and 3, Reference Plan 45R-8265 (Harvey) and having Property No. 15-42-010-302-22410 (2275 County Road 36), comprises a total area of approximately 9.437 hectares (23.32 acres). (Refer to Complete Notice for Key Map).

Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment: THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed amendment is to amend the Special District 416 (S.D. 416) Zone to permit the followning uses:

a) A single unit permanent dwelling;
b) Winery;
c) Microbrewery;
d) Micro-distillery;
e) Bakery;
f) The sale of jams, jellies, mustards, sauces, vinegars and other food goods produced on and off-site
g) Retail store for the sale of wine, beer, spirits, baked goods, other food products and merchandise;
h) Permanent structures for storage;
i) Accessory greenhouse structures; and
j) Accessory uses devoted to the permitted uses.

 Additional Applications: THE LANDS herein described are subject to Zoning By-Law Amendment No. 08-10. Information available to the Township indicates that this property is not currently the subject of an application for any of the followning: consent, minor variance, an official plan amendment, for an amendment to a Minister's zoning order, or an application for approval of a plan of subdivision.

Representation: ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submission to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey to the Ontario Municipal Board.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a ;ublic meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

If you wish to be notified of the passing of the proposed zoning by-law amendment, or of the refusal of a request to amend the zoning by-law, you must make a written request to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey at the address given below.

Information: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the propsed zoning by-law amendment is available for inspection in the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Municipal Office, 701 County Road #36 during regular hours.

Dated at the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey this 21st day of July, 2010.

Natalie Garnett, Clerk
Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey
701 County Road #36
P.O. Box 820
Bobcaygeon ON   K0M 1A0
Telephone: (705) 738-3800, ext 240
Fax: (705) 738-3801

Notice of a Public Meeting

Date and Time: August 10, 2010 at 1:00 p.m.
Place: Council Chambers, Lower Level, 701 County Road 36, Bobcaygeon

Please download the Complete Notice

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey will hold a Public Meeting to consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 85-94 as amended by By-Law B2000-73 Under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990.

AND TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey has received a complete application and is notifying the public in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act.

Location of Subject Lands: The subject lands are located in Part of Lot 6, Concession 17, Part 6, Reference Plan 45R-232, Part 10, Plan 45R-6159 (Cavendish) and having Property No. 14-42-020-104-16700 (21 FR 324A) AND Part of Lot 6, Concession 17, and Part Shore Road Allowance Parts 9 and 11, Reference Plan 45R-6159 (Cavendish) and having Property No. 15-42-020-104-14904, comprises a total area of aproximately 0.574 hectares (1.42 acres). (Refer to Complete Notice for Key Map)

Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment: THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed amendment is to:

1. Repeal By-Law 2010-33 dated March 9, 2010 to delete the Special District 628 (S.D. 628) Zone and the Special District Zone 629 (S.D. 629).
2. To establish a new Special District 628 (S.D. 628) Zone to rezone a portion of Part of Lot 6, Concession 17, and Part Shore Road Allowance Parts 9 and 11, Reference Plan 45R-6159 (Cavendish) and having Property No. 15-42-020-104-14904 to allow uses accessory only to the uses permitted in the Recreational Residential (RR) Zone for merged property described as Part of Lot 6, Concession 17, Part 16, Reference Plan 232, Part 4, Reference Plan 45R-6159 (Cavendish) (36 Fire Route 324A) and having Property No. 15-42-020-104-15700.
3. To establish a new Special District Zone 629 (S.D. 629) to rezone a portion of Part of Lot 6, Concession 17, Part 6, Reference Plan 45R-232, Part 10, Plan 45R-6159 (Cavendish) and having Property No. 15-42-020-104-16700 (21 FR 324A) to reduce the minimum setback from a private road to permit the construction of a guest cabin and to reduce the minimum water setback to permit the construction of an addition with dect to the existing cottage.

Additional Applications: THE LANDS herein described are subject to Zoning By-Law Amendment No. 07-10. Information available tot eh Township indicates that the subject lands are not currently the subject of an application for any of the following: consent, minor variance, official plan amendment, Minister's zoning order, or for approval of a plan of subdivision.

Representation: ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submission to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey to the Ontario Municipal Board.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a ;ublic meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

If you wish to be notified of the passing of the proposed zoning by-law amendment, or of the refusal of a request to amend the zoning by-law, you must make a written request to the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey at the address given below.

Information: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the propsed zoning by-law amendment is available for inspection in the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Municipal Office, 701 County Road #36 during regular hours.

Dated at the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey this 21st day of July, 2010.

Natalie Garnett, Clerk
Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey
701 County Road #36
P.O. Box 820
Bobcaygeon ON   K0M 1A0
Telephone: (705) 738-3800, ext 240
Fax: (705) 738-3801

Accessibility

The Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey recognizes that persons with disabilities should be provided with an equal opportunity to access goods and information in a manner consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality as stated in the regulations of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act, 2005. Please click on the items listed beside for further information.

By-Law B2009-77
Accessible Customer Service Standards Policy
Customer Feedback Form
Notice of Admission Fees
Notice of Service Disruption
Notice of Service Disruption Township Office

Strategic Plan

The Strategic Plan for the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey was approved by Council  at the April 6th, 2010 meeting. Please click here to view the Strategic Plan.

Passport to Local Dining Event

Seven local restaurants offer a grown in Ontario special for the months of May and June including soup or salad, a main course, dessert and tea or coffee
for only $16.95 *

(*offer varies slightly at Elim Lodge & Kawartha Country Wines)

Get your Passport stamped by 4 of the 7 participating restaurants to be eligible to win a prize.

Complete the Entry Form on your passport and drop it off at your final visit and you will be entered in a draw to win a dinner for two.

For more information please call (705) 657-3315
 

Bon Appétit

Pick up a Passport at the following participating restaurants & locations free of charge:

• Beachwood Resort, 3043 Beachwood Drive, 1-888-313-1118
• Cody Inn, 1966 Lakehurst Rd., (705) 657-8812
• Elim Lodge, 255 Elim Lodge Rd., (705) 657-8306
• Kawartha Country Wines, 2275 County Rd. 36, (705) 657-9916
• Mainstreet Landing, 1939 Lakehurst Rd., (705) 657-9094
• Six Foot Bay Resort & Golf Club, 1330 Fire Route 39, (705) 657-8788
• The Olde Ice House, 1932 Lakehurst Rd., (705) 657-1131
   
• Galway-Cavendish & Harvey Administration Office, 701 County Road 36, (705) 738-3800
• Buckhorn District Tourism Information Booth, Buckhorn LCBO parking lot, (705) 657-3288

Have the restaurant validate your passport. You may visit each restaurant more than once, however we encourage you to expand your experience and try several.

Thursday Cruise Nights Return to the Buckhorn Community Centre

Beginning May 27th and then EVERY Thursday night from 5:30 p.m. to dusk until September 23rd.

Classic cars, classic 50s & 60s rock and roll and classic BBQ burgers and hotdogs

No better way to spend a Thursday night than at the
Thursday Night Cruise Night! 

Come check out the cars, check out the tunes, make some friends and have a whole lot of fun. 

Proceeds from BBQ and 50/50 go towards the Harvey OPP Community Policing

Starting Thursday, May 27th, 2010
then every Thursday until September 23rd
Where? At the:

Buckhorn Community Centre
(1801 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn)

5:30 p.m. to dusk

50/50 draw!

~ If you have a classic...come and show it off....we'd love to see it! ~
Call (705) 657-8358 for more information

Annual Buckhorn Farmers' and Craft Market Returns

Every Tuesday from June 1 to August 31
8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The Cody Inn Restaurant Parking Lot
(across from the Locks, main street Buckhorn)

In its 4th year, and each year, bigger and better! Locally grown, produced or crafted items. Ethnic food items available. Approximately 42 vendors.

All vendors donate 10% of their sales to towards the Buckhorn Medical Centre.

Boaters can moor at the locks in Buckhorn and just step across the road to shop.

Parking is available in the St. Matthews Church parking lot right next door! Leave a little earlier on your morning commute to work to be sure and stop in.

Browsing comes highly recommended and is greatly encouraged!

Many unique items. Plants, flowers, honey, fishing lures, linens, cutural foods, jewellery, carvings, fresh baking and produce. Many more.

NEW this year

"We're off to the Buckhorn Famers and Craft Market" shuttle bus service.

Introduction year! There will be a bus service operating from 10 resort & campground locations this year to the market. The schedule for 2010 is as follows:

Group 1 arrival at the market aprroximately 9:30 a.m.
Group 1 departure time from the Market is 11:30 a.m.

GROUP 2 location	Departure time from the location
Woodland Campsite	10:00 a.m.
Six Foot Bay Resort	10:15 a.m
Buckhorn Narrows Resort	10;30 a.m.
Pineaires	10: 45 a.m.
Melody Bay	11:00 a.m.

Group 2 arrival at the market aprroximately 11:10 a.m.
Group 1 departure time from the Market is 12:30 p.m.

 Printable Market Shuttle Bus Timetable

High Speed Internet Service Area Expands

Residents residing in the green area on the map may be eligible for high speed internet.

High Speed Sign-up Event:
Saturday, April 17, 2010
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lovesick Lake Park
Highway 28, Burleigh Falls

This is one of many launch events being hosted by the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey, the Township of Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield, the Township of Douro-Dummer, the Township of North Kawartha and Bell Aliant. High speed internet will be available to various parts of Peterborough County throughout 2010/2011 reaching over 4500 homes.

To determine eligibility, contact Bell Aliant at
 705-876-2184

Area if expanded service shown in green.

For a larger version of this map, please click here

The Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) has recently been made aware of the existence of a consumer product that poses a serious fire safety hazard. The Flying Lantern (also known as a sky lantern) is currently being sold by Canadian online distributors of fireworks products and at retail stores.

The product resembles a small paper hot-air balloon, fuelled by an open flame. When released the hot air produced by the fuel source can lift the lantern to extreme heights and allows it to drift for long distances until the fuel is depleted. These lanterns are often released in large numbers to generate an impressive visual effect

The OFM has learned that, due to their uncontrolled and unpredictable flight path, they can land on trees, buildings rooftops, or other combustible properties while still ignited and potentially cause a fire.

There have also been reports of lantern releases near airports causing lengthy flight delays. Concerns regarding the lanterns have resulted in this product being banned in certain parts of Asia.

The OFM has written to Health Canada's Consumer Product Safety Bureau to request that it take the necessary actions to prevent this product from being sold in Canada. In the meantime, fire departments should caution members of their community about the potential fire hazards associated with the Flying Lantern. Retailers who sell this product should also be encouraged to remove it from their store shelves.

For enquiries regarding the Flying Lantern and potential fire hazards, please contact the OFM by telephone at (416) 325-3100.

Peterborough Family Law Information Centre:
Superior Court of Justice
470 Water Street, Peterborough
705-876-6915

This service provides free, brief, mediation, as well as free family law information, and referrals to other community agencies at three family court sites in Peterborough, Cobourg and Lindsay. Visit the Centre before you separate.

Funded by the Ministry of the Attorney General

Four Counties Family Mediation
349A George St. N., Suite 205, Peterborough
705-760-9603 or 1-888-605-1393

This agency provides mediation in the community to residents in the counties of Peterborough, Haliburton, Northumberland and City of Kawartha Lakes. Mediation service is provided by mediators approved by the Ministry of Kawartha Lakes. Mediation is a voluntary method of resolving disagreements that arise out of separation or divorce. The Mediator is a trained professional who acts as a neutral third party to facilitate an agreement between the parties. Fees are geared to income and are subsidized by the Ontario government. First appointment is free. For more information visit our website: www.familycourtmediation.com or call 705-760-9603 or 1-888-605-1393.

• Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement - Page 1
• Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement - Page 2
• MPAC Assessment of Permanent Trailers Info
• MPAC Assessment of Permanent Trailers FAQ Info

• Alpine/Pirates Glen Drinking Water System 2007 Annual Report
• Buckhorn Lake Estates Drinking Water System 2007 Annual Report
• Kinmount 2007 Annual Report
• 2007-2008 Accessibility Plan

The Greater Peterborough and Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC) has established a Business Advisory Centre in the Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey. The GPA EDC's Business Advisory Centre is a resource centre for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Professional consultants advise business owners on key aspects of start-up, and maintaining successful operations. Whether you are starting, or in the initial years of business the Business Advisory Centre can help.

The Business Advisory Centre will be offering FREE Business Consultations every Friday in Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Township.

Date: Every Friday by appointment
Location: Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Municipal Office, County Rd 36
Time: By appointment only, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

For more information or to book your appointment, contact:

- OR -

Business Advisory Centre
210 Wolfe St., Peterborough, K9J 2K9
(705) 743-0777 ext. 225
bac@gpaedc.on

The Township of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey officially opened its HELP Centre at a ceremony on Monday, February 19th, 2007 at the Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Library in Buckhorn. The HELP Centre is open on Mondays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Community Social Plan Committee were in attendance at the ribbon cutting ceremony. The Committee consists of representatives on the Township, the Peterborough Community Social Plan, Buckhorn Community Centre, Rural Outreach Centre, Buckhorn and District Tourist Association, Galway Hall, Cavendish Hall Community Care and Oak Shores Community Centre.

The H-E-L-P Centre is funded by Service Canada and is free to residents of Galway-Cavendish and Harvey Township. Trained professionals are available to provide confidential assistance.

The following are some of the services available:

• Connecting you to a service Provider or Agency
   
• Family services
   
• Health Care Providers
   
• Employment services
   
• Writing a resume
   
• Starting your own business
   

For more information residents can call 1-800-374-4009, Ext. 303 to leave a confidential message.