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TORONTO – Police are investigating a fatal accident at Blue Mountain resort after a man in his 50s died on a mountain bike trail.

A Blue Mountain spokesperson told Global News that the death occurred Saturday when the 58-year-old man was found on the Haole Trail at 5:30 p.m.

Attempts were made to resuscitate the man, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim, who hasn’t been identified, was an avid and experienced mountain biker, according to a resort official.

http://globalnews.ca/news/2271549/opp-investigate-cyclist-death-on-blue-mountain-trail/

Ontario Trails - The best fall colours anywhere - See them at Ontario Trails Facebook Page.

A beautiful autumn scene from Spencer Gorge in Dundas (Hamilton). Thank you to CONE for the nice share.

Fall in the Spencer Gorge.

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Thanksgiving perfect for Northumberland
CANOE
COBOURG -- "Whenever people ask 'where's Northumberland County?' I say, 'do you know the Big Apple you can see from the 401? That's it,'" says Eileen Lum, the region's tourism manager. The huge landmark -- next to the Big Apple restaurant, where you ...
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Alternate funds sought for trail development
Northumberland Today
Initially, the committee was looking for Hamilton Township (through which the trail passes between the two towns) to take the lead in development of the Bob Carr road allowance on township property running from County Road 2 to Lake Ontario, she said ...
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Ontario bird sanctuary is a delight to visit
Vancouver Sun
In the winter, there are 15 kilometres of groomed cross-country skiing trails along with snowshoeing and hiking. How do I get there?

Hiking Blue Mountain | Ontario | Travel | Ottawa Sun
Q: We wanted to hike Blue Mountain and heard about some trails there.
www.ottawasun.com/2012/09/27/hiking-blue-mountain 

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Jarvis bike lanes to be removed by end of year
Globe and Mail
Toronto's Jarvis Street bike lanes will be ripped out as planned after a last-ditch attempt to save the controversial cycling route failed at city council Tuesday. Council voted 19-24 against a motion that would have spared the lanes. “What this ...
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Oakville cancer survivor happy to be cycling for life
InsideHalton.com
The two-day, more than 200-kilometre cycling event between Toronto and Niagara Falls raises funds for personalized cancer medicine research at The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. While the ride isn't until June 8-9, 2013, the launch of the sixth ...
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Removing Jarvis Bike Lanes is Unprincipled | Toronto Standard
Justin Robertson: Even a non-cyclist can see the absurdity of this decision.
www.torontostandard.com/the-sprawl/jarvis-bike-lanes

Local cyclists exhibit need for speed, tweed - the newspaper
Last year, Tweed Ride Toronto event focused their efforts in the Pedal Powered Hope Project, increasing cycling resources in Malawi. The project sent bikes to ...
www.thenewspaper.ca/.../894-tweed-ride-toronto-takes-to-the-... 

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Hi everyone,

Another very important meeting to highlight the need for mountain bikers to voice their wish for mountain biking (think Bike Park) to be included in the master plan.


Please spread the word!

The City of Toronto is hosting a public meeting where you can learn more about the Beare Road Park Master Plan project, and provide your input on its new Master Plan.
We invite you to join us at the first public meeting.

Date: Thursday, October 11, 2012

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Blessed Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School, 40 Sewells Road, Toronto, ON M1B 3G5

RSVP is appreciated but not required. If you are able to attend please RSVP by email to tbosco@toronto.ca

At the meeting on October 11, the Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation project team will give a presentation that includes background information about the site and the existing conditions. Parks Canada will also be at the meeting to provide an update on the neighbouring proposed Rouge National Urban Park and their consultation process.

The City of Toronto will specifically be seeking feedback regarding the vision that users and residents have for the park, guiding principles that should influence park design, and the consultation process. Other public meetings will follow as the plan progresses.

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please request any additional accommodations necessary when you RSVP. We look forward to meeting with you.

 MEDIA ADVISORY-FOR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2012

2012 Beaver Valley Bike Ride
Supporting the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics

   

WHEN: October 5th, 2012, Ride starts at 7:00am sharp (Rain or Shine)

  

WHERE: Dearcroft Montessori School, 1167 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville, ON L6J 1L3

HIGHLIGHTS
The Beaver Valley 180 represents the true spirit of group rides!

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This ride traverses Southern Ontario departing from Oakville and arriving over 180 km later in Beaver Valley.

Riders in the "Beaver Valley 180" recognize their good fortunes and the importance of supporting others in their goals.  This ride began with 5 guys having fun and is now an event with over 70 elite riders supporting Special Olympics Ontario athletes in order that they may realize their dreams.

  

The BV180 continues to support The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics athletes in order that they may realize their dreams. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is  the most important fundraising entity for Special Olympics programs around the WORLD. In the four years has raised over $430,000. The goal for 2012 is $130,000.

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http://beseenbesafe.simcoecountytrails.net

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Our event calendar shows weekly adjustments to our course offerings. It also provides links to course information, in PDF flyer format, registration, and location of course through a google map or other means.





Be sure to use our array of press or other flyers to circulate to your local papers or possible attendees. All available for use - call - 877-668-7245 or 519-941-8911, or 1-866-560-7783

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Provincial government slashes funding to CFWIP
The Herald | HeraldOnline.com
20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) is outraged that the provincial government is poised to slash funding for the Ministry of Natural Resources' (MNR) Community Fisheries and Wildlife Involvement Program (CFWIP ...
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Toronto still pedalling backwards with cycling plans
MetroNews Canada
Before the end of the year, the City of Toronto is set to make two major changes that'll affect our fledgling network of bike infrastructure. After a prolonged battle, staff are finally scheduled to remove the bike lanes on Jarvis Street. They'll also ...
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Stop bike lane fight, Vancouver urged
Globe and Mail
The former planning director of Vancouver is urging a halt to the inflamed rhetoric that seems to accompany any proposal for further bike lanes in the city. “I worry that we're starting to sound like Toronto with Mayor [Rob] Ford,” Brent Toderian said ...
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Centurion Cycling winds up 2012 series at Blue Mountain, Ontario ...
By GranFondoPLUS staff. Centurion Cycling's series of four 2012 events was wrapped up Sunday with the Suburu Centurion Canada at Blue Mountain, Ontario.
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Neighborhood Walkability Could Influence Diabetes Risk
Huffington Post
The study, published in the journal Diabetes Care, included the more than 1 million people who live inToronto who are between the ages of 30 and 64. Researchers examined their diabetes status over a five-year period, as well as where they lived and ...
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Chief Coroner Releases Pedestrian Death Review

September 19, 2012

Recommendations Aim to Prevent Pedestrian Deaths in Ontario

Dr. Andrew McCallum, Chief Coroner for Ontario, today released the Office of the Chief Coroner's Pedestrian Death Review.

The Pedestrian Death Review was undertaken as a result of concern surrounding the issue of pedestrian safety after a spate of deaths in January 2010. The purpose of the review was to examine the circumstances of 95 deaths that occurred from Jan. 1, 2010 to Dec. 31, 2010 and make recommendations to help prevent future deaths.

The review was led by Dr. Bert Lauwers, Deputy Chief Coroner, Inquests with help from stakeholders and members of the public, who contributed their comments. It resulted in 26 recommendations in the areas of leadership, legislation, education, engineering and enforcement. These include:

• Creating a Walking Strategy for Ontarians
• Adopting a 'complete streets' approach to guide the development of new communities and the re-development of existing communities in Ontario
• Installing side guards on heavy trucks
• Providing municipalities greater flexibility to adjust speed limits and create more pedestrian crossings
• Educating drivers on the scenarios that can lead to a pedestrian collision
• Increasing enforcement.

Ontario Helping Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph Protect the Great Lakes

September 19, 2012

Government Invests in Water Innovation

Ontario is helping Guelph, Waterloo and Kitchener test new and better ways to protect groundwater and streams that flow into Lake Erie.  

The Guelph Transit Facility is installing a rainwater and rinse water collection system to reduce the amount of water, detergent and energy used to wash city buses. The new system will also prevent detergent from entering local waterways.

The City of Waterloo is installing a rainwater collection system to collect, treat, store and reuse stormwater runoff from building rooftops and parking lots and the City of Kitchener is exploring new ways to keep stormwater sediment out of landfills by reusing it as topsoil.

These projects are part of the McGuinty government's Showcasing Water Innovation program that supports projects demonstrating new and cost-effective approaches to improving drinking water, wastewater treatment and stormwater systems.

Protecting and restoring the Great Lakes is part of the Ontario government's plan to enhance quality of life for Ontario families and ensure a strong, green economy for future generations.

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Communities Across Ontario Want Active Transportation with More ...
TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire – Sept. 20, 2012) - If they could design infrastructure for the needs of their community ten years from now, almost three ...
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A few upcoming dates that may be of interest:

• Community Work Day on the Junction Creek Waterway Park/Trans Canada Trail: Saturday, Sept 22 from 10am to noon. Details at http://www.rainbowroutes.com/index.php/volunteer/events/rra-events/
• Hike Club at AY Jackson Trail: Saturday, Sept 29th from 10am to noon. Details at:http://www.rainbowroutes.com/index.php/volunteer/hike-club/
• Official Opening of the Coniston Trail (Trans Canada Trail section): Friday, Oct 12th at 11am at north end of Edward St in Coniston.

Take advantage of the Fall Colours over the next few weeks. Autumn provides the best walking conditions. Visit www.rainbowroutes.com to view your walking options.
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Hike Haliburton Festival

Special thanks to our sponsors of the Hike Haliburton Festival/ They are Carole Finn Artist, Pinestone Resort, Earthways Parker Pad and Printing, Cordell Carpets, Canoe FM, Haliburton Echo and Minden Times, Haliburton Media ArtsWilderness Medical Associates, Haliburton County Folk Society. If you would like to be sponsor or make a donation please contact us at 705-754-3436

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FIS World Cup back at Blue

Collingwood Enterprise Bulletin
By kristen Smith About 200 athletes from 25 countries will descend on Blue Mountain for the International Ski Federation (FIS) ski cross and snowboard cross ...

Winter fitness touted at Snowfest
Sarnia Observer
Jason Quinlan, owner of Oil Springs' How 'Bout Me Kennels showed off his traditional Siberian huskydogsled team in one of the new demonstrations at the ...

No gold in Eldorado this year
Belleville Intelligencer
The Eldorada race was a staple on the Ontario sled dog racing calendar up until last ... as a warm-up event leading up to the Marmora, and Bancroft races.

The United Counties are hosting a series of public consultations where you can learn about what's happening and have your say about planning for a sustainable future.

Details available HERE.  (Workshop date choices are 24,25 & 26 January at various locations.)

Other upcoming community events in the Biosphere region can be found here.

 Our community events broadcasts reach quite a large number of people in the region.  If you have a public event that you would like listed, send the details in poster form to info@fabr.ca.  The Biosphere Network would be glad to post and promote it.

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Ontario Canoe Trips are the best possible trip, which one could gift to their friends and families. If you are really squeezed up in finding the best locations as the ...
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