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ATVs cleared to use parts of some county roads in Havelock area

Peterborough Examiner
VICTORIA GRAY QMI Agency file photo County council is allowing ATV riders to use parts of county roads in the Havelock area to help complete the ATV trail system in the area. By KENNEDY GORDON Examiner Staff Writer All-terrain vehicles will soon be ...
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OPP Releases 2011 Traffic Statistics
Canada NewsWire (press release)
... in for the Ontario Provincial Police's (OPP) 2011 traffic statistics and while most of last year's statistic categories show an improvement over 2010, the OPP will be looking for ways to improve safety on our roads, waterways and trails in 2012.
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Oakville Community Update - April 4, 2012
InsideHalton.com
Forward announcements of non-profit local events for Community Update to The ... for July 14-21 730 km cycling tour of Ontario waterfront and greenways, ...

Cyclists set to challenge Flamborough rural roads

Hamilton Scores!
Hundreds of road cyclists from across Ontario are about to descend on Flamborough for the 60th running of the challenging, hilly Good Friday Road Race. Hamilton Cycling Club is host for the race on April 6 for some of the best amateur cyclists in ...
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History, Culture, and Bike Lanes at Jarvis Town Hall
Torontoist
Yet Andrea Garcia of the Toronto Cyclists Union (TCU) remained calm, asserting at the time that Council's decision to delay the removal of the bike lanes by one year offered hope to her fellow two-wheelers. “This isn't over,” she proclaimed.
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Cyclists union vows to fight Jarvis bike lanes removal
Toronto Sun
The cyclists union has given the city 10 days to respond to their legal opinion before they complain toOntario's environment ministry. Public Works chairman Denzil Minnan-Wong says he respects “the will of council,” which in this case was to remove ...
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Great Trails - Great People - June 17-20, 2012

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Be cautious on lakes, rivers

Standard Freeholder
... the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Ontario Power Generation (OPG) have ... In addition, all fishermen, snowmobile and all terrain vehicle (ATV) ...


trail map - Ontario Conditions
What's with the interactive trail map? Over the last few hours, more & more trails have disappeared! Not listed as closed, just gone....
ontarioconditions.com/forums/index.php?/topic/9472-trail...

Fun for the entire family
Standard Freeholder
Starting with the popular geo caching event at 9 am, children gathered together to ... The over 30-year-old mini-carnival had more than just outdoor games.

County ponders new rail land proposal

Orangeville Banner
... utility line to connect its proposed wind farm to Ontario's electrical grid. ... Other than recent discussions with the Dufferin/Grey ATV Club, ...


Nordic and Alpine Ski Competitions Announced
Seaway News
The local Ontario 55+ Games Association has announced dates for nordic and alpine skiingevents which will be qualifiers for next year's provincial 55+ ...


Ontario Trails Council Inc. | EDCO - Economic Developers Council ...
Ontario Trails Council Inc. Organization Website: http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca. Organization Phone: (613) 396-3482. Address: 500 Main St. E. Deseronto ...
www.edco.on.ca/organization/ontario-trails-council-inc

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Launch of the 2012–13 Enabling Change Program

We are pleased to launch the 2012–13 EnAbling Change Program. We are looking for non-profit organizations that want to be leaders in accessibility.

The EnAbling Change Program is an initiative of the Accessibility Directorate of Ontario (ADO) that provides financial support and expertise to organizations to educate an industry or sector across the province on its obligations under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

The program funds large-scale projects that have an impact across the province. Occasionally, the program funds projects that meet additional goals such as developing innovative approaches to increasing accessibility that directly or indirectly supports compliance with the AODA or awareness raising projects that focus on Ontario’s children and youth.

We ask that you submit your project idea by completing the Expression of Interest provided on our website at:

English: www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/accessibility/partnerships/EnablingChange/how_apply.aspx
French: www.mcss.gov.on.ca/fr/mcss/programs/accessibility/partnerships/EnablingChange/how_apply.aspx

The deadline to submit your Expression of Interest is Friday, February 17, 2012.

Council hears about future trail plans around Bolton
Caledon Citizen
“We'll probably be the most trailed municipality in Ontario,” Mayor Marolyn Morrison said at the end of the presentation. Mike Bender, manager of conservation lands with TRCA, told councillors they have been looking at lands, consisting of roughly 970 ...
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Ajax offers businesses added exposure

durhamregion.com
The Welcome Cyclists Network offers cyclists province-wide information on bike-friendly businesses, trails, destinations, attractions and more to encourage visitors and residents to exploreOntario through cycling. For more information, contact Nadia ...
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Separate lanes at last
NOW Toronto
After years of polarizing debate and abandoned plans, at an open house on Thursday the city unveiled comprehensive designs for Toronto's first ever physically separated bike lanes. The wounds of the cycling wars are still raw, but if the lanes on ...
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Bridge Replacement Don Valley, Toronto - Mountain Bike Review
Just a heads up on what the City is up to in Crothers Woods in the Don Valley. From Parks, Forestry & Recreation at the City of Toronto: I wanted.
forums.mtbr.com/.../bridge-replacement-don-valley-toronto-7...

Council hears about future trail plans around Bolton

Caledon Citizen
“We'll probably be the most trailed municipality in Ontario,” Mayor Marolyn Morrison said at the end of the presentation. Mike Bender, manager of conservation lands with TRCA, told councillors they have been looking at lands, consisting of roughly 970 ...
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The Frontenac Arch Biosphere Network (www.fabr.ca) is devoted to building a sustainable and prosperous life within the Biosphere. Among its many other initiatives, it sponsors the Biosphere Trail Council. 

We invite you to fill out an electronic survey for both trails users, trails groups and trails organizations. The Council has decided to develop a vision and strategy for trails within the Biosphere. We need to build on the great work that has been over the many decades past by trail enthusiasts. We need to see where else, and in what form we need more trails. Please complete this survey at:http://app.fluidsurveys.com/surveys/anna-r/biosphere-trails-council-survey/. Please! Complete this survey by February 3, 2012!

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Drive to conditions, Sunset Trail Riders caution

Daily Miner and News
By Lloyd Mack Provincial Snowmobile Safety Week got underway Sunday with a reminder to snowmobilers from the Ontario Provincial Police and Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs that arriving home safely after every ride means making smart choices when ...
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Paramedic puts pen to paper
Tillsonburg News
The ORNGE crew covers all of Southwestern Ontario. ... There are also on-scene calls - traffic crashes, farm accidents, ATV and snowmobiles mishaps. ...


Stay off ice, OPP warn
Haliburton County Echo
... ATV and Vessel Enforcement (SAVE) team. Waterways throughout southern Ontario remain open or have insufficient ice to support the weight of a snowmobile ...

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Man lost in blizzard for two days burned money for warmth
Toronto Star
if you live in ontario most people have to burn money all the time in the winter just to stay warm...… jerry jordan "snowshoers use specialized footgear ...


Record prize purse of $18000 at stake in Ontario's biggest dog ...
Canada NewsWire
The Kearney Dog Sled races are all sanctioned by the Ontario Federation of Sled Dog Sports. Participants from Ontario, Manitoba, Quebec, the United States ...

Festival organizers hoping for snow

Kawartha Media Group
... for organizers of the Cannington Dog Sled Races and Winter Festival. The mild weather most of central Ontario has experienced this winter is expected to ...


City and Brock partner on large 1812 exhibit
St. Catharines Standard
... of Canadian Heritage's Bicentennial of the War of 1812 fund for money, ... In other 1812 news, members of the budget committee agreed to recommend the ...


Siemens Canada donates $10000 to the Enbridge Ride To Conquer ...
Canada NewsWire
... the Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto, Ontario, as a result of Siemens employee, ... ChiefCycling Officer for The Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer. ...

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Stay safe on the ice
Daily Miner and News
My friends and I are fortunate to have snowmobiles and ATV's that we have been ... There is no ice hut registration in northwest Ontario except for Lake ...

Thin ice a hazard, police warn after several rescued in Scugog
durhamregion.com
This week marks Snowmobile Safety Week in Ontario. File photo. Jan. ... along with a snowmobile, an ATV and a trailer, in the area of Whitfield Road. ...


Ontario Trails - Use our Trail Smart pages to learn about how to ride and practice safe use of our outdoors before heading out or using any recreational equipment.


A mother's lament for her 'Guardian Angel'
Ottawa Citizen
As a result of an ATV accident, Justin died on July 9, 2011 at L'Ange-Gardien, Que. ... overcame them by joining the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Pro-gram. ...

Trimming '300 pounds of fun' — It's diet time in the Ford household

Toronto Star
Take the extra 10 minutes and walk everywhere you need to go.” The Toronto mayor, who calls himself “300 pounds of fun,” and his brother Councillor Doug Ford have pledged to shape up to improve their health and raise money for charity. ...
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Eric Sharp: The Ultimate wish list
Detroit Free Press
Over the past 10 years, I've become a kayak fishing fanatic, preferring the little ... whether it be Alaska or a day's drive across the border in Ontario. ...


High Tech Sledding in Ontario
That s because the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs has launched its Interactive TrailGuide and advanced Groomer Fleet Management Technology.
www.snowmobile.com/.../high-tech-sledding-in-ontario-1522...

June 17-19, 2012 Oxford County Ontario.

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Ontario has one of the best road safety records in North America and has introduced some of the toughest impaired driving laws in Canada. Despite these achievements, alcohol still contributes to approximately one quarter of all fatal collisions on Ontario roads.  

Even if your blood alcohol concentration is less than 0.05, you can still be impaired. Small amounts of alcohol, some prescription medications and illegal drugs can impair judgement and put you and others at risk. To ring in 2012 safely, stay overnight, ride with a designated driver, take public transit or call a cab.

Be it resolved: Resolutions for the city of Toronto and its people
National Post
“Toronto should have better infrastructure to support those of us wanting to lead an active lifestyle. This means more running/walking paths, trails and way more bike lanes. Ideally, all paths in parks would be well-lit so that they are safe and ...
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Happy New Yurt!

Wired News
The Ontario Parks website gives a good description of what to expect from the ... of our usual canoe camping trips or back-country hiking experiences. ...

Four Wheel Driving | Ontario Trails Council
There are many Ontario trails open to 4WD recreation, especially in the more remote areas of the province. The scope of this hobby is far-reaching and can ...
www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-activities/four-wheel-driving

New Year prepared
TbNewsWatch.com
There will also be dog-sled rides for an additional fee. ... as best we can to make it more accessible to residents and visitors to Northwestern Ontario. ...

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Noise bylaw targets ATVs
CottageCountryNow.ca
Stakiw said ATV noise is a complaint he has received from within town limits in the ... The proposed bylaw must still go through the Ontario Regional Senior ...

Tourism group launched new website
Napanee Guide
... boasts some of the most beautiful unspoiled natural landscapes in Eastern Ontario, ... hiking trails, paddling routes, ATV adventures, lakes, and more. ...


Recalling the triumphs and challenges of 2011
EMC Perth
The contentious issue of All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) usage on township roads ... Officers from the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police ...


Kudos & Applause
Ottawa Citizen
Some highlights include: $100000 land acquisition grant to Ontario Nature ... $10250 worth ofcross-country ski equipment donated to the Nelson Nordic Ski ...


Walking With A Camera: Toronto Photo Walks: Christmas Market
Toronto Photo Walks: Christmas Market. 500! Yes that's right, this is my five hundredth post. I missed the two year milestone a few months back. Forgot about it ...
walkingwithcamera.blogspot.com/.../toronto-photo-walks-chri...

Cold weather tops wish list for Sudbury Trail Plan
NorthernLife.ca
“People generally don't buy their permits until the snow flies,” but people are very eager to get out and start riding the trails.” Permits sell for $250 each, and all snowmobiles are required to have one in order to ride trails under the Ontario ...
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Thousands for Environment
Bayshore Broadcasting News Centre
The area involved in the eight-county study coincides with the "Healthy Lake Huron Clean Water, Clean Beaches" program involving the feds, Ontario, several county governments and Health Units, five Conservation Authorities and the Lake Huron Binational ...
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Sporting Life cuts a new retail trail Globe and Mail Now, during the critical holiday sales season, Sporting Life has taken a big step along the road to a cross-Canada expansion beyond its Ontario base, adding 40 per cent more space to its landmark flagship in Toronto as rivals rush into the market. ... See all stories on this topic »

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Local Snowmobilers Can Save $50 This Week!

User Pay System Supports Non-Profit Clubs

 

(Barrie, ON – November 28, 2011) – Snowmobilers that buy their 2012 Seasonal Snowmobile Trail Permit on or before Thursday, December 1 can save $50 this week. After that, the regular permit fee is $250. Snowmobile Trail Permits can be obtained from any OFSC snowmobile club or online at www.ofsc.on.ca.

Cross Country Trails

Ontario Cross Country Trails on youtube - http://www.youtube.com/user/ontrails?feature=mhsn#g/c/9BF1C95273F5CF65

Infrastructure Ontario speaker details Toronto environmental remediation ...
Daily Commercial News
The city's West Don Lands, where the Athletes' Village with accommodation, a fitness centre and other facilities will be located, consist largely of old industrial land, lie within a floodplain and have multiple heritage buildings. ...
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AnyThingIsPossible: atv rentals ontario
Intended for persons interested, you be able to check Ontariooffroadadventures. com for more in order regarding how to atv rentals ontario. Riding an ATV is a ...
www.nuscac.com/2011/11/atv-rentals-ontario.html

A canoe trip in Ontario Wilderness – Part 1 | Bastien Demange
When i was working in southern Ontario on the grand River, I told myself that I couldn't leaveOntario without canoeing one of the most famous Wilderness park ...
bastiendemange.com/.../a-canoe-trip-in-ontario-wilderness-par...

Rivers swelling, flood warning issued for Nith
Waterloo Record
WATERLOO REGION — Local rivers will keep rising over the next couple of days after rain drenches southern Ontario overnight. On Tuesday night, the Grand River Conservation Authority issued a flood warning for the communities of New Hamburg and Ayr on ...
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Conservation and Environmental Law Enforcement : Fleming College
Conservation and environmental officers' salaries in Ontario range from $60000 - $85000 annually. In particular, women and other under-represented groups ...
flemingcollege.ca/.../conservation-and-environmental-law-enf...

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Don't Ignore the Moraine!
ECO/Huff Strategy (press release)
Toronto, November 29, 2011 - Echoing months of warnings from Ontario conservationorganizations, a new report from the provincial environmental commissioner Gord Miller underscores the need for tougher land use and water monitoring rules on the Oak ...
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Doghouse dungeon
Woodstock Sentinel Review
The regional inspector for the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to ... The dogs were likely used for dog sledding, as several sleds were found ... (OTC DOES NOT CONDONE OR SUPPORT THIS TREATMENT OF ANIMALS LIKE THIS IN ANY WAY)