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Welcome to our
E-News for Thursday, June 11, 2015
1) Fundraiser Yard Sale
 Quality items at modest prices - free jelly beans!
A Fundraising yard sale for Community Legal Information Association (CLIA) will be held on Saturday, June 13th from 9am to 4pm at the Royalty Centre, 40 Enman Crescent, Charlottetown, PE C1E 1E6 (also called "the old PVI"). Higher end items at modest prices, including vintage furniture, carpenter trolley, grab bags, and more. Free jelly beans for the kids (and young at heart!)
2) PEI FVPS Needs list for June
3) Natal Day Community Tree Planting
The City of Charlottetown is planning a community tree planting day in conjunction with Natal Day.
The planting event will take place in: Connaught Square on Saturday, June 13th, at 10 a.m. following the Pancake Breakfast. We invite the public to come out and plant some trees! There will be kids games and activities like Tree Tag and other nature related activities. Please join us!
Connaught Square is on the corner of Pownal and Richmond Streets. Victoria Park Newsletter Spring 2015
Need more information?… contact: Beth Hoar, Parkland Conservationist, Parks and Recreation Department, 902 892-3837 or bhoar@charlottetown.ca.
4) PEIBWA Upcoming Events
5) Monday, June 15 is the 10th Anniversary of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Getting Past Ageism
Ageism happens when people are discriminated against because of their age. Ageism affects us all – young and old, men and women. Discrimination against older people is particularly harmful as it sends a negative message about self worth, respect and ability. But older people aren’t the only group that experiences ageism, young people can also experience discrimination. Incorrect assumptions and stereotypes act as a barrier between people, so ageism harms not only the individual but our relationships and communities. Greater respect between people of different generations can help us all appreciate the unique contribution that people can make to community life.
Learn more and drop by the information booth at the Confederation Court Mall between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm for treats and an opportunity to win a door prize.
6) Abortion Rights Petition to be Presented in the PEI Legislature
On Tuesday evening June 16th, a petition calling for local access to abortion and abortion care from the Abortion Rights Network (ARN) will be read in the PEI Legislature. On our Island, this is monumentally significant. The mere mention of abortion by political leaders and a recording in the Hansard gives the option credibility.
 While the House is sitting and the petition is being read, there will be a celebration on the lawns of the Coles Building outside (175 Richmond Street). People are encouraged to wear red and to make signs showing their support. There will be pro-choice stickers available, snacks, and some surprises!
There is still time to sign the petition before Becka Viau, petition creator, gathers them up on June 15 (locations: https://www.facebook.com/peistatusofwomen). The petition was created autonomously and has been signed and supported by approximately 1,000 Islanders in just two weeks. All petitions have been signed independently and in person by PEI residents wishing to demonstrate their pro-choice belief in the right to reproductive choice.
7) Looking for Input
The Charlottetown Arts Advisory Board is looking for input from residents on a vision for public art in the city.
This vision will then guide the development of a public art policy that will, in turn, guide the commissioning and installation of public art in the city with the goal of strengthening and supporting the role that arts and culture play in the community.
A public meeting to gather feedback and ideas will be held on Wednesday, June 17 at 7 p.m. at The Guild, 111 Queen Street. All are welcome to attend. Source: Facebook: Charlottetown - Great Things Happen Here.
8) PEI Status of Women Equality Report Card Release Date
Media and the public are invited to attend the PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women Equality Report Card Release.
When: 10:30am on Wednesday, June 24, 2015
Where: Cornwall Townhall, 39 Lowther Drive, Cornwall
Hear how the PEI government has fared in advancing women’s equality and diversity for Islanders over the past two years. All are welcome to the launch. For more information: info@peistatusofwomen.ca.
9) Culture PEI AGM
Culture PEI’s Annual General Meeting will be held June 24 at 7 pm at The Haviland Club, 2 Haviland St, Charlottetown. Culture PEI’s Directors of the Board and staff invite members, partners and the general public to join them for the AGM. 367-3844, www.culturepei.ca
Source: BUZZon.com
10) Registration Now Open - 2015/2016 Professional Development Programs and Courses
The UPEI Office of Skills Development and Learning is excited to announce our line-up of professional development programs and courses for 2015/2016. This year's schedule includes new offerings as well as popular, well-tested programs and courses.
Some highlights include:
- Collaboration and Facilitation Certificate
- New Managers Series - Charlottetown and Summerside offerings
- Interpersonal and Workplace Conflict Resolution Certificate
- Financial Management Certificate
- *NEW* Communication Fundamentals Certificate
- *NEW* Giving and Receiving Feedback course
- *NEW* Collaborative Problem Solving course
- *NEW* Team Dynamics course
For more information on any of these programs or courses, visit the Office of Skills Development and Learning section of the UPEI Programs and Courses page, or contact us at 902-566-0336, sdl@upei.ca.
You can also view our complete course listing.
Reduced Fees for Employees of Non-Profit Organizations
This year we will be offering reduced programs fees for employees of non-profit organizations, interested in participating in the following programs:
- Financial Management - reduced fee of $1199
- Collaboration and Facilitation - reduced fee of $1499
Installment plans are available. Please clearly indicate your organization upon registration.
11) Islander Appreciation Sale
 SAVE 40% OFF THE 2015 CHARLOTTETOWN FESTIVAL TICKETS
June 6 - 21, 2015
Alice Through the Looking-Glass, Anne of Green Gables-The Musical™, Bittergirl-The Musical, Hockey Mom, Hockey Dad and Evangeline
Islanders are some of our best customers at the Charlottetown Festival. You come to the shows, you bring visiting friends and relatives, you talk about us in the coffee shops. And we appreciate it! So much so, that for a limited time we are offering special ticket pricing for Island residents.
Just book your tickets until June 21 using the promotion code ISLANDER and get 40% off your purchase!
For more information on these shows, please visit charlottetownfestival.com
*Discount applies to Tier One seats only and is valid for Anne of Green Gables - The Musical™ performances for the month of June, Alice Through the Looking-Glass for July; Bittergirl- The Musical valid for July 6 - July 18; Hockey Mom, Hockey Dad for the month of July; and Evangeline Sept 19 - Sept 30. Not valid with any other offer or promotion. Applies to new purchases only. Taxes & Fees extra. Offer ends June 21, 2015.
Promocode: ISLANDER
Buy Tickets
Ph: 1.800.565.0278 or visit the Box Office.
12) Just for Cats Festival – June 19
The 2015 Just for Cats Festival features The 2015 Just for Cats Festival season features an exclusive reel of the best cat videos on the internet programmed by Will Braden creator of the Henri Le Chat Noir and created by the Walker Art Center and features all new videos!
Together we can revel in all things feline while enjoying the best cat videos the internet has to offer all while raising money for cat welfare in Canada!
Click to watch Blight of spring – Henri le chat noir
Friday, June 19
Showtime: 7pm
MacDougall Hall, Theatre 242
UPEI Campus
We love them on the internet but in real life cats need our help. Shelters across Canada are bursting – cats are two times as likely to be surrendered then dogs and to have received past veterinary care.
HELP US…HELP CATS!
$20 only includes admission and popcorn. Tickets are available for purchase at the PEI Humane Society, online or at the shelter. All proceeds go to: PEI Humane Society and CFHS.
13) Volunteer Nominations
The Voluntary Resource Council (VRC) of PEI is inviting nominations for the fourth annual Outstanding Volunteer Awards. Non-profit organizations and associations in are invited to nominate an outstanding volunteer for special recognition. Nominations should include: the name and contact information of the volunteer and the organization/association, the mission of the organization/association, and a description of the contributions of this individual.
Nominations can be submitted by email to vrc@eastlink.ca, or by mail to Voluntary Resource Council, 81 Prince Street, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4R3. The deadline for nominations is June 30, 2015. Source: BUZZon.com
14) Charlottetown Farmers Market Begins Opening on Wednesdays
Beginning next Wednesday, June 17, 2015, until October 7, the Charlottetown Farmers Market at 100 Belvedere Avenue will be open from 9am - 2pm. Open as usual every Saturday.
15) Investing in Child and Youth
Registration is open for a symposium, Investing in Child and Youth Mental Health—Mobilizing Atlantic Canadians for a Positive Future, to be held August 17-19. The goal of the Symposium is to build on evidence to influence and mobilize decision makers from grassroots to government to improve the mental health and well-being of Atlantic Canadian children and youth. The event is designed for all who promotes positive mental health—researchers, educators, policy-makers and advocates, parents, caregivers, and youth. Dr. Ian Manion will give a free public presentation Looking beyond today!
Inspiring Atlantic Canadians to work together for a positive future August 17, 6:30 pm (location TBA); Dr. Mark Greenberg will address the delegates of the Symposium on Promoting mental health and well-being through Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) August 18, 9:15 am. It is hosted by the Atlantic Summer Institute on Healthy and Safe Communities (ASI) in partnership with the SEAK Project (Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division) and the ACCESS-MH Project, in Charlottetown. For more info: www.asi-iea.ca Source: BUZZon.com
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