Ontario is asking the federal government to develop a
national plan for
public transit and increase overall
infrastructure
funding to boost productivity and create jobs.
These recommendations are part of Ontario's
submission
to the federal government's long-term infrastructure plan. Ontario is
calling for urgent investment in core economic infrastructure which
includes transit.Investing in transit infrastructure projects delivers
immediate economic benefits, from increasing manufacturing jobs to
savings billions lost because of gridlock. Increased federal investment
is also required in other types of core economic infrastructure such as:
- highways, roads and bridges
- public transit
- border crossings and gateways
- water and wastewater systems
Other recommendations include streamlining many of the administrative
requirements for federal infrastructure funding, and stimulating more
private sector innovation through the use of alternative financing and
procurement funding models, which shift some of the risks associated
with complex infrastructure projects onto private sector partners.
Investing in infrastructure is part of the McGuinty government's plan
to create jobs for Ontarians and strengthen the economy. A strong
economy protects the services that mean the most to families - health
care and education.
How about a national trails plan? You know in support of the trails strategy?
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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 u
s 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!
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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TRAIL BUILDING - OCTOBER 3-4, 2012
The Ontario Trails Council and the Ontario Trails
Education Program, in conjunction with
International Mountain Bicycling Association (ON)
are pleased to announce the decison to offer the highly recognized and
nationally respected IMBA Trailbuilding Program, as part of its Trail
Education Course offerings in Ontario. We are currently working to hold
our first course on October 3-4. Please save the date.
Daniel
Scott from IMBA writes, "Students will come away with a firm
understanding of the fundamentals of trail design for both hard surface
and naturally surfaced trails of various user types. A working knowledge
of the
design process from
the planning phase to ground proofing trail alignments will be both
discussed and experienced with examples and a field exercise which will
include using field measurement equipment and flagging a trail alignment
for construction."
Program elements include:
IMBA will provide for a two day workshop educating on the following elements
• Sustainable Trail Design – Making sure it lasts using various techniques:
• 5 Elements of
Sustainable Design - Micro trail design - the fundamentals for bench cut
• Bench cut Trail vs. Raised Tread Trail - when is each appropriate
• 13 Steps to Trail Planning - Macro trail design - how one trail fits within a larger system
• Art of Trail Design - User psychology and design theory in the natural landscape
• Trail Closure & Rehabilitation - Mitigating reroutes & closures through design & signage
• Advanced
Design & Construction Techniques – Building in challenging locations:
• Wooden Structures - intro to various techniques and how to design for users types
• Rock Armouring - intro to various techniques and how to design for users types
• Technical Trail Features -
Designing trail features specific to various user groups
• Turns - Climbing, In sloped & Switchback - which turns is appropriate for who & where?
Or contact: Graham Burke, Ontario Trails Council
course@ontariotrails.ca
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• Local Trail News
• Trail Education Program
• Trail Heros
• Trailhead Ontario
• Activity and User Updates
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