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Citytv’s Breakfast Television is coming to Kawartha Lakes
Producers of Canada’s #1 Morning Show,* Breakfast Television on Citytv have chosen to broadcast live in the City of Kawartha Lakes on Wed. July 29th, 2015
Breakfast Television Live Eye Host Jennifer Valentyne will be on-site aboard a Happy Days Houseboat in Kawartha Lakes on July 29th to broadcast 4 live segments showcasing attractions throughout Kawartha Lakes. Citytv will also film advance segments of Jennifer’s houseboating experience to be aired during the live show.
Breakfast Television offers a refreshing look at the day ahead – combining the latest in local news, weather and traffic with the biggest celebrity interviews, lifestyle trends, local community events, and big ticket giveaways. Breakfast Television airs live each weekday from 5:30 am to 9:00 am on Citytv. The shows also streams live on the internet.
The show reaches over a million weekly viewers* and Kawartha Lakes Economic Development believes the broadcast will generate significant economic benefits for the area.
“Breakfast Television will generate increased interest in Kawartha Lakes,” said Laurie Bell, Tourism Development Officer for the City of Kawartha Lakes. “Through the resulting exposure, we hope to showcase Kawartha Lakes as an ideal place to live, work and play and to be recognized as a premiere tourist destination with some of the best attractions, natural beauty and year-round experiences in the province.”
“Naturally, Economic Development staff are thrilled that recent social media campaigns and relationship building efforts have attracted this show to the area.”
This is a free event and the public is encouraged to come down to the broadcast from 6:00am – 9:00am on Wed. July 29th at the end of Water Street in Fenelon Falls. Follow the BT arrows to the broadcast site just past the Chamber of Commerce.
*Source: BBM Canada, Total Canada, Fall12/Winter/Spring13STD
For further information please contact:
Laurie Bell, Tourism Development Officer
705-324-9411 extension 1233
labell@city.kawarthalakes.on.ca
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Updated Kawartha Choice FarmFresh Guide to Local Food, Products, and Agri-tainment is now available!
With the July release of the Kawartha Choice FarmFresh Guide to Local Food, Products, and Agri-tainment; visitors and residents looking to find locally grown and produced agricultural products in the Kawartha Lakes and Peterborough Area will now have an easier time.
A joint venture between the Economic Development Department at the City of Kawartha Lakes and Peterborough Economic Development, the Guide highlights participating members in several categories: Farms, Agri-tainment, Restaurants, Retail, Farmers’ Markets, and Food Services. It features a regional map showing the locations for each member, as well as a useful product listing to help with locating specific foods and items more quickly.
“Shoppers are very eager to support our local farms and producers,” said Kelly Maloney, Agriculture Development Officer and Acting Director of Economic Development for the City of Kawartha Lakes. “The Kawartha Choice FarmFresh brand was created to help consumers identify local farm products, and the Guide showcases what a great variety we grow and produce here in the Kawartha Region. We are extremely pleased to now have it updated and released.”
20,000 copies of the Guides have been printed and are available at both the City of Kawartha Lakes and Peterborough Economic Development Offices, as well as through local tourism partners and at member locations. Complementing the updated Guide, a revitalization of the KawarthaChoice.com website is scheduled to begin at the end of July. For further information please contact Vaughn Finch, Economic Development Officer at 705-324-9411 extension 1396 or vfinch@city.kawarthalakes.on.ca
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Trent-Severn Waterway Infrastructure Investments
Parks Canada and the Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site recently announced that a grand total of $285.6 million in infrastructure investments will be made into the Trent-Severn Waterway. Kawartha Lakes and the Kawarthas Region is included in the overall investment and will be receiving significant infrastructure repairs and rehabilitation as a result.
Kawartha Lakes Infrastructure projects:
Bobcaygeon Lock 32 & Fenelon Falls Lock 34 Gate Re-Painting $1.6 M
Work will involve sandblasting and repainting the steel gates at both locations, to prevent any possible future deterioration
Fenelon Falls Lock 34 Building Rehabilitation $1.6 M
This project will develop a design concept, architectural plan and construction of a renewed lock station building. The building will undergo a major rehabilitation or replacement pending the outcome of an options study
Coboconk Dam Rehabiliation $1.2 M
This project will involve concrete repairs to the structure and deck as well as the replacement of railings. This work will ensure that the dam is reliable, functional, meets current safety codes and standards, and that its water management capabilities are optimized.
Boundary Swing Bridge 44 Rehabilitation – Near Bolsover $9 M
Boundary Road Swing Bridge will built in 1902 and has undergone some minor recapitalization over the years, such as deck and structural steel replacement. A consultant will be retained to complete a comprehensive investigation and prepare preliminary design options to identify additional rehabilitation requirements for this asset.
Talbot Dam at Lock 38 Rehabilitation – Bolsover $9 M
The Talbot Dam at Lock 38 was originally constructed in 1908 and has only undergone one minor rehabilitation since then. This project will entail planning and procurement of specialized design services, which will determine whether the dam is to be rebuilt or rehabilitated.
Concrete Rehabilitation- Kawartha Sector $22.5 M
Concrete repairs are required on various dams, walls and other concrete structures.
Lock Handrails Replacement – Across the Trent-Severn Waterway $1 M
This project will entail the installation of handrails on locks and dams for improvements to public safety.
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RFP Award Combined with Workshop Schedule
The City of Kawartha Lakes recently awarded Stempski Kelly and Associates the contract to develop recommendations for the Streetscape and Façade Design Guidelines in conjunction with the Downtown Revitalization project. The Project will include four phases that will facilitate the development of the recommendations through strong community consultation in each of the identified downtown areas.
Founding principal, Sean Kelly will be working as the lead in preparing the Streetscape and Façade Design Guidelines for the Lindsay, Fenelon Falls and, Coboconk/Norland communities. Working with the three Downtown Revitalization Advisory Committees they will use a “made-in-the-community” phased approach which includes background research, community design workshops and design alternatives and guidelines. The last phase will involve “sharing” these recommendations through public presentations. The Streetscape and Façade Guidelines for these communities is scheduled to be completed within a four-month period
Preliminary meetings have been held with stakeholders in the identified communities and the public “Community Design Workshops” are scheduled to take place in July and August. Please consider saving the date to attend your community workshop.
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Summer Company Program in Full Swing: Consider Hiring a Local Young Entrepreneur!
The young entrepreneurs of the Kawartha Lakes Summer Company Program are ready to serve you. Student participants have been working with mentors from the community to create new businesses and run them throughout the Summer. They provide various products and services including: music lessons, computer design, photography, videography, lawn care, yard work, jewelry making, candle making, snack bar, music camp, cell phone repair and app creation. For a directory of contacts information, please contact Karyn Dowdall at kdowdall@city.kawarthalakes.on.ca or (705) 324-9411 extension 1383.
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Starter Company Success Story: Mallory Hawkins Photography
We are pleased to announce, Mallory Hawkins, owner of Mallory Hawkins Photography, was approved by the Regional Granting Committee for the $5000 Starter Company Grant. Mallory’s business provides photo booth services to Kawartha Lakes, and many surrounding areas. Mallory will be working with mentor Brian Snowdon for the next six months to implement her business plan, and turn up the fun at upcoming special events such as weddings, parties and graduations.
This July, the KLSBEC supported three Starter Company participants with their applications to the Regional Granting Committee for the $5000 grant – a record number of applicants in a month for this area. The Kawartha Lakes Starter Company Program is growing and becoming increasingly more successful thanks to the support from our fantastic mentors.
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Omemee’s Downtown Revitalization
A public information night for the Omemee Downtown Revitalization project was hosted by Councillors Jilesen and Martin on July 9th. The presentations made by Judy Coward, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) and Darlene Algire, City of Kawartha Lakes Economic Development, highlighted the steps of the project, specific to Omemee. The Mayor, Andy Letham made a genuine address about the importance of this project to Omemee and implored residents to support the project and its need to gain more community involvement. This support and enthusiasm by residents and business owners is critical in the continuing success of the project in Omemee. Staff from Economic Development and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs also responded to many questions about the project. The evening was successful in gaining resident volunteers who can help with future stages of the project. Volunteers and their efforts are greatly appreciated and we encourage more residents to step forward, not only to add their voice to the hopes for this project’s outcomes, but to assist with future project activities. If you are interested in learning more about the Omemee Downtown Revitalization please contact Darlene Algire, Downtown Revitalization Coordinator 705-324-9411 extension 1394 dalgire@city.kawarthalakes.on.ca
For more information on the project please visit the Downtown Revitalization page.
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Food Preservation and Gardening Workshop Series
The City of Kawartha Lakes Economic Development-Agricultural Unit continues to provide support to the Kawartha Lakes Food Coalition which, through member agencies, has launched a host of workshops as part of a Food Preservation and Gardening Series.
As part of the series, a full-day “train-the-trainer” workshop in Advanced Food Preservation is scheduled for Thursday, August 13, 2015 at the Salvation Army Kitchen - Peel Street, Lindsay between 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The workshop is designed for organizations offering or planning to offer cooking skill/community kitchen programs in Kawartha Lakes. The workshop will be facilitated by Emrie Brine, Executive Chef from Bernardin and is free to participants, with the understanding that each participant will proceed to use the training for the education of their clients. Each participant will receive an Advanced Training Kit ($50 value). Topics to be covered include canning - in jars, (pickles, relishes, salsa), pressure canning and freezer jams.
The series is designed to meet the needs of a diverse audience. Previous workshops within the series include a Spring Jamming workshop held on May 26, 2015. Spring Jamming targeted income insecure participants to teach techniques of safely preserving food while stretching the food dollar. The Introduction to Home Vegetable & Herb Gardening held May 16 and 23, 2015, was another within the series, which received great reviews. For more information contact Aisha Malik, HKPR District Health Unit Ph:(705) 324-3569 extension 2300.
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“New technology launched in Fenelon Falls to improve water quality on the Bayou canal”
Collaboration between WRAIN, WCI Environmental Solutions, Kawartha Region Conservation Authority, Councillor Junkin and local residents has led to the installation of an innovative new technology near Hickory Beach on Sturgeon Lake, just outside of Fenelon Falls. http://bit.ly/1fuhwc8
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Tourism kiosks in Coboconk and Kinmount are now open!
Both the Coboconk and Kinmount tourism kiosks are open and eagerly awaiting your inquiries about what is happening in Kawartha Lakes and where to find it!
The Coboconk tourism kiosk is located at 9 Grandy Road, Coboconk.
Hours of Operation:
Sunday and Monday - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday and Wednesday - Closed
Thursday - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday and Saturday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
The Kinmount tourism kiosk is located at the Kinmount Railway Station next to Austin Sawmill Heritage Park.
Hours of Operation:
Sunday and Monday - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday and Wednesday - Closed
Thursday - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The kiosks are fully stocked with brochures and information about the area.
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Farms at Work: Maple Syrup Mentorship Program
Consider enrolling int he FAW Maple Syrup Mentorship Program!
- 30+ hours of hands-on, small group learning following maple syrup production cyclin (October to May), led by our highly experienced maple syrup mentors
- Instruction in all aspects of forest managemernt, syrup production, value added products and marketing
- Five full field days + attendance at an OMSPA info day
- One-on-One telephone and email support
- info@farmsatwork.ca
- 705-743-7671
- farmsatwork.ca/mentorship-programs
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Accessibility Tip of the Month
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Your accessibility Tip for the Month of August:
“Check out this newsletter from Access Ontario. Funding available for private sector businesses and nonprofits along with other very valuable information regarding Accessibility. Great “Service Animals Welcome” window sticker available for only $3!”
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This monthly series will feature a variety of information relating to economic development in Kawartha Lakes including events, networking opportunities, emerging programs, business resources and more!
Let us know what you think! Connect with us @KL_LifeBalanced!
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