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Welcome to our
E-News for Thursday, October 27, 2016
1) Voting Kick-Off
Friday, October 28, 2016
12pm - 2:00pm
Jack Blanchard Family Centre
7 Pond Street
Charlottetown
The Coalition for Proportional Representation is doing a terrific job reaching out to Islanders with the winning message that proportional representation will make voting more fair for all Islanders and result in better, more diverse representation.
Can you believe that voting in the plebiscite opens this Saturday, October 29?
On Friday, October 28, the Coalition for Proportional Representation is hosting an event to kick off the voting, and we hope you will be there to share in the excitement.
We'll be at the Jack Blanchard Family Centre, Pond Street, Charlottetown at 12:00 noon to hear from voices across the political spectrum about why they think a change to proportional representation is next step to make PEI a better place for all citizens.
Organizations and individuals who support proportional representation will be there to get us all ready to begin voting on Saturday. People of all ages and abilities are welcome at the kick-off. We'll have coffee, tea, and cookies.
If you haven't yet pledged your vote for proportional representation, do so at http://www.pronpei.vote.
Information about where and how to vote in the plebiscite is at Elections PEI, http://www.yourchoicepei.ca.
For more details or to RSVP, see the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/350046468674307/.
2) Tonight - Is It Time to Change? CBC PEI's Forum on Electoral Reform
Thursday, October 27, 2016
7pm - 9pm
Stonepark Intermediate School
50 Pope Avenue
Charlottetown
Islanders are heading to the polls in a provincial plebiscite — to have their say on which election system they want in the future.
CBC P.E.I. will present passionate arguments for each of the five options on the ballot at a public forum.
The forum will be hosted by Island Morning's Matt Rainnie, and will feature five panellists — each standing up for a different option:
- Richard Brown, Liberal MLA for Charlottetown - Victoria Park
- Paula Biggar, Liberal MLA for Tyne Valley - Linkletter
- Dr. Herb Dickieson, former NDP MLA
- Mark Greenan, campaign manager, PEI Coalition for Proportional Representation
- Lynne Lund, Green Party of PEI, deputy leader, Green Party P.E.I.
3) Quiz Showing Support for the Values of Proportional Representation / Appui pour les valeurs de la représentation proportionnelle
La version française suit
Charlottetown (October 27, 2016) - In September, the PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women launched an online quiz as a tool to help Prince Edward Islanders match their democratic values with the electoral options that will be on the PEI plebiscite ballot. Voting in the plebiscite on electoral reform opens October 29, 2016, with five options that voters can rank by preference.
 With already more than 550 responses to the quiz in English and in French, 87.5% of quiz respondents are finding one of the proportional representation models, Dual-Member Proportional or Mixed-Member Proportional, is the best fit with their democratic values. The quiz link is available at peiacsw.wordpress.com, along with information and analysis about all five of the electoral options.
“Our online quiz is designed to let someone explore their electoral personality type,” says Advisory Council Chairperson Mari Basiletti.
“Elections PEI has provided Islanders with good, balanced information about the electoral options. Even so, it can be hard to figure out which electoral system matches your personal values. We created an interactive quiz to help voters choose the electoral option that truly reflects the democratic values they care about for their communities and families.”
The quiz invites yes/no responses to 25 statements about how we vote and how our democracy works in Prince Edward Island.
“Some people think the electoral system is fine just the way it is,” says Basiletti, “but most Islanders who have been curious enough to use our quiz have found their values align best with proportional representation systems. These electoral systems match the distribution of the seats in the legislature with the popular vote.”
Basiletti adds, “We’re pleased to see growing interest in proportional representation, because around the world proportional representation tends to elect 8% more women and to increase the diversity of viewpoints and backgrounds of elected decision-makers.”
The quiz will remain available online in English and in French until after the plebiscite voting ends.
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Appui pour les valeurs de la représentation proportionnelle
Charlottetown (le 27 octobre 2016) - En septembre, le Conseil consultatif sur la situation de la femme de l’Î.-P.-É. a lancé un questionnaire en ligne afin d’aider les Insulaires à choisir les options électorales qui correspondent le mieux à leurs valeurs démocratiques. Les électeurs pourront voter dans le cadre du plébiscite sur la réforme électorale à partir du 29 octobre 2016, et ce, en classant les cinq options qui apparaissent sur le bulletin de vote par ordre de préférence.
 Plus de 550 personnes ont déjà répondu au questionnaire en français et en anglais, et 87,5 % des répondants trouvent que les modèles de représentation proportionnelle, soit le système mixte binominal avec compensation proportionnelle ou le système mixte avec compensation proportionnelle, correspondent le mieux à leurs valeurs démocratiques. Le lien du questionnaire se trouve à l’adresse peiacsw.wordpress.com; on y trouve également de l’information et des analyses sur les cinq options électorales.
« Notre questionnaire en ligne est conçu pour permettre aux gens d’explorer leur personnalité électorale, a affirmé la présidente du Conseil consultatif, Mari Basiletti.
Élections Î.-P.-É. a fourni aux Insulaires de bons renseignements équilibrés sur les options électorales. Il n’en reste pas moins qu’il peut être difficile de savoir quel système électoral reflète nos valeurs personnelles. Nous avons créé un questionnaire interactif afin d’aider les électeurs à choisir l’option électorale qui correspond vraiment aux valeurs démocratiques auxquelles ils sont attachés, pour le bien de leurs communautés et de leurs familles. »
Le questionnaire invite les Insulaires à répondre oui ou non à 25 énoncés portant sur notre façon de voter et le fonctionnement de la démocratie à l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard.
« Certaines personnes pensent qu’il n’y a rien à reprocher au système électoral actuel, a déclaré Mme Basiletti, mais la plupart des Insulaires qui ont eu la curiosité de remplir le questionnaire ont trouvé que leurs valeurs correspondent mieux aux systèmes à représentation proportionnelle. Ces systèmes électoraux permettent de répartir les sièges à l’Assemblée législative selon les suffrages exprimés. »
Mari Basiletti ajoute : « Nous sommes heureux de voir un intérêt grandissant pour la représentation proportionnelle, puisque partout dans le monde, elle mène généralement à l’élection de 8 % plus de femmes et permet d’améliorer la diversité des points de vue et des antécédents des décideurs élus. »
Le questionnaire demeurera en ligne, en français et en anglais, jusqu’après la tenue du plébiscite.
4) Bean Supper in Canoe Cove
 You're invited to another delicious...
BEAN SUPPER
at the
Old Canoe Cove School
1066 Canoe Cove Road
Saturday, October 29, 2016
from 4:30 to 6:30pm
Adults $10
Children $5
Meal includes baked beans, sausages, homemade bread & biscuits, molasses, cole slaw, cheese, pie and beverage. Sponsored by the Canoe Cove Community Association.
5) Trauma Sensitive Yoga
Anne-Marie Rolfe, M.Ed, CLYT, RYT-200, is currently offering two classes of Healing with Yoga at Health Within, Charlottetown. One class is on Monday at 10:00 am and the other class is Thursday at 5:30 pm. Both classes are open to anyone who wants to reclaim their bodies. There is no talk about trauma. The aim of the class is to bring awareness to the body, makes choices that support our body, and then take appropriate action. The cost is ‘Pay What you Can’ to support those with trauma histories that may be challenged financially.
For more information, visit www.yoga-lite.com and/or www.facebook.com/yogalitepei/.
6) PEIBWA Activities
7) Vote or Treat
Monday, October 31
5:30pm - 8:30 pm
Hosted by Proportional Representation on PEI
Halloween should be spooky. Voting shouldn't. That's why this Halloween, we're going to Vote or Treat!
No matter what you plan on doing for Halloween, you can do your part to help make voting in the upcoming vote on electoral reform a little less scary.
Keen on going door-to-door to remind people to vote?
RSVP to a group door-knocking excursion in Charlottetown by e-mailing info@pronpei.vote. We’ll dress up, bring our friends (of the youngster, candy-collecting variety or otherwise!), and remind folks that voting doesn’t have to be a scary process. You can also bring materials with you through your own neighbourhood!
Is your door often visited on Hallow’s eve?
Make sure you’re stocked up with materials on how register, vote, and what the options on the ballot are, for the parents of the little ghouls and goblins that'll be visiting.
Hosting a Halloween Party?
Remind people to bring their voter Identification Cards, post some truly terrifying facts about non-proportional electoral sytems, then and vote for PR together!
Need materials? Come by our office at 91 Water Street, Charlottetown between 9-5 any day to pick up materials. (Source: Facebook Event page)
8) Halloween Safety: A message from Health Canada/Sécurité à l'Halloween – message de Santé Canada
Français
With Halloween just around the corner, Health Canada would appreciate your help in reminding Canadians of some important safety tips. Please pass this information on to your organization’s members or feel welcome to post on your website, share through social media, or on bulletin boards. To find out more, please visit Canada.ca.
Choose the right costume
- Pick brightly coloured costumes that can be clearly seen by motorists. Add reflective tape to the costume to increase visibility.
- Avoid costumes that are too big or have long dangling pieces that children can trip over.
- Use make-up or face paint instead of masks -- improperly fitted masks can interfere with your child's vision or breathing.
- Look for costumes and accessories such as beards, wigs, wings and tails that are labelled flame-resistant.
- Nylon or heavyweight polyester costumes are best. Remember, flame-resistant does not mean fire-proof.
Stay secure while trick or treating
- Go trick or treating with your children each year until they are old enough to go with a friend.
- Tell your children to stay in well-lit areas and only visit homes that have their outside lights turned on. Make sure they know never to go inside homes or cars.
- Tell your children not to eat any treats until you have looked them over.
- Be careful when giving children any treats that could be potential choking hazards such as chewy candies, peanuts and hard candies.
- Make sure that your child eats dinner before they set out, so they'll be less tempted to eat their goodies along the way.
- Find out more about Halloween Food Safety on Canada.ca.
Avoid danger when decorating
- To avoid injuries, let children draw a face or design on the pumpkin and then have an adult carve it.
- Place lighted candles and jack-o-lanterns away from curtains and other flammable objects, and do not leave them unattended.
- Instead of candles, consider using a small flashlight or battery candle to light your jack-o-lantern.
- Avoid using Halloween candles with multiple wicks. They can produce a large flame with intense heat that can ignite nearby materials like curtains and window sills.
- Check indoor and outdoor decorative lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires or loose connections. Do not overload extension cords.
9) AIDS PEI AGM Next Tuesday
Join us and learn about the changes happening at AIDS PEI and meet the staff and the new Board. We will be presenting a new mission and discussing a possible name change. Come and be part of the movement forward while honoring our past! Light refreshments will be served. (Source: Facebook Event page)
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Murphy's Community Centre
200 Richmond Street
Charlottetown
10) Learning and Caring for Ourselves
Saturday, November 5, 2016
9:00am-2:30pm
Credit Union Place
511 Notre Dame St
Summerside
A free health and wellness conference for people 50+ At Credit Union Place, Summerside.
Join us to learn about: driving after 50+, making sense of your dollars and sense during life transitions, travel and change (with Dr Gil Grimes).
To register call 1-866-770-0588. Hosted by PEI Senior's Secretariat. (Source: Facebook Event page)
11) Sesame Street Live - Charlottetown
Saturday, November 5, 2016
2:30 p.m.
Eastlink Centre
46 Kensington Road
Charlottetown
No matter where you’re from or where you’ve been, everyone is special – so join in! Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby, and their Sesame Street friends welcome Chamki, Grover’s friend from India, to Sesame Street. Together, they explore the universal fun of friendship and celebrate cultural similarities, from singing and dancing to sharing cookies! Join the fun and make a memory with your friends and family!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Tickets range from $34.95 to $70.00 (plus tax and service charge) and will be available online at www.sesamestreetlive.com or eastlinkcentrepei.com (Source: Facebook event page)
12) NEW Call for Proposals at Status of Women Canada /NOUVEL Appel de propositions en cours chez Condition féminine Canada
Status of Women Canada is inviting organizations to submit proposals for projects to Advance Gender Equality in Canada
The deadline for applications under this call for proposals is noon (12:00 p.m.) Pacific Standard Time, December 8, 2016. All required documents must be provided at the time of submission. Please note that incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Before you get started, read the Call for Proposals Application Guide.
You may also find it useful to contact a Status of Women Canada program officer in your region.
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Condition féminine Canada invite les organismes à lui proposer des projets qui contribueront à l’« Avancement de l’égalité entre les sexes au Canada »
La date limite pour présenter une demande dans le cadre de cet appel de propositions est le 8 décembre 2016, à midi (12 h), Heure normale du Pacifique. Tous les documents requis doivent être fournis au moment du dépôt de la proposition. Veuillez noter que les demandes incomplètes ou tardives ne seront pas analysées.
Avant de commencer, veuillez lire le Guide de l’organisme demandeur.
Vous pouvez aussi communiquer avec un agent ou une agente de programme de Condition féminine Canada dans votre région.
13) Engage PEI
Through Engage PEI, Islanders are invited to apply to serve on any of the more than 70 agencies, boards or commissions, which are made up of subject-matter experts as well members of the public. Visit www.princeedwardisland.ca/engagepei to view profiles of the agencies, boards and commissions and apply online. Source: BUZZon.com
14) Cash for Camp 50/50 Lottery
Cash for Camp 50/50 Lottery is a fundraiser in support of Island children living with type 1 diabetes so they can enjoy an authentic camp experience designed specifically to their needs of living with a chronic health condition, type 1 diabetes. 3000 tickets are available and the draw takes place November 30, 2016. For information, contact infopei@diabetes.ca, www.dcamps.ca, www.diabetes.ca, or call 1-800-BANTING. Cash for Camp 50/50 Lottery has a potential jackpot of $15,000. Source: BUZZon.com
15) A Taste of Syria with Chef Emily Wells
The Kensington and Area Refugee Sponsorship Initiative (KARSI) is holding a special fundraising event, A Taste of Syria, with Chef Emily Wells. The dinner, along with a silent auction, will be held at the New London Community Complex on Rte 6 on Saturday, November 5. Tickets are available at Scotiabank in Kensington. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Dinner begins at 6:00 pm. There will be a cash bar. Proceeds go to support KARSI. Please contact Patricia Bennett at patricia.bennett@pei.sympatico.ca. Source: BUZZon.com
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