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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007/04/30 - Provincial Council Information 'for period ended April 30, 2007' , A.M.O./Provincial/Federa" 1. AMO Report to Members 2. Federal Public Transit Funds 3. Highway Traffic Act Hours of Services 4. Waste Diversion Act Changes 5. Bill 198, Sustaining Ontario Water Act 6. Workplace Safety Strategy 7. So~aIHou~ng 8. Blue Box 9. Endangered Species Legislation 10. AMO Conference & Nomination Procedures 11. Greenbelt 12. Green Building Seminar, May 30, Woodbridge 13. Bill C-147, Cdn Soldiers' & Peacekeepers' Memorial Act .tIt. Association of Municipalities of Ontario 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto. ON M5G 1E6 Tel.: (416) 971-96561 Fax: (416) 971-6191 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca MEMBER COMMUNICA rlON ALERT NO: 07-022 To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 12, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Laurel McCosham, Policy Advisor (416) 971-9656 ext315 AMO Report to Members on March 2007 Board Meeting As part of its commitment to keep members informed, AMO will update members on important issues that are considered at regular meetings of the AMO Board of Directors. Highlights of the March 2007 Board meeting follow: . Species at Risk The Board considered a technical briefing from the Ministry of Natural Resources on updated legislation for Species at Risk. Members expressed dissatisfaction at several features of the legislation. Ministry staff was advised of the need for further discussions with the sector and other stakeholders before proceeding on this issue. The following motion was passed: "AMO believes that the protection of species in an important matter, however, AMO strongly encourages the Province to delay any Standing Committee Hearing process and put in place a series of meetings with municipal governments and other key stakeholders, to be held across the province that would offer the opportunity for question and answers about the proposed legislation. This would help achieve a better understanding of the proposed legislation, its flexibility, new process, rules and enforcement. This interim step would offer a better opportunity to discuss matters than is normally achieved at Standing Committee. An interim step would heip for more informed submissions and presentations to Standing Committee on ideas to ensure the legislation is clear and does not bring unintended consequences." A copy of this motion will be forwarded to the Minister of Natural Resources, other relevant Ministers, as well as to the leaders of the main provincial parties. Contact: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor, email: milenaailamo.on.ca ext: 342 . Best Practices Blue Box Program Plan The Board was asked to provide direction to the Municipal-Industry Program Committee (MIPC) of Waste Diversion Ontario (WOO) regarding the WOO Best Practices KPMG Project. The project aims to determine the Ontario net system best practice cost for determining the stewards' contribution, and to identify best practice activities, which are to be correlated to costs. Municipal representatives at MIPC are concerned that there would be no correlation between costs and best practices. Municipal representatives of MIPC were seeking Board direction to ensure that there is a correlation between best practices and stewards' fees. Endorsing the recommendations of municipal MIPC representatives, the Board unanimously agreed that further AMO support of the project would be contingent on the correlation between best practice activities and steward fees. Should no correlation be found, municipal representatives are to renegotiate 1.3 Association of ......... Municipalities of Ontario ~... Member Communication the Cost Containment Plan with Stewardship Ontario and Waste Diversion Ontario with a new methodology other than Best Practice. The Board also indicated that the Minister of the Environment should be made aware of these very serious issues and be requested to provide a new direction to Waste Diversion Ontario to ensure that municipalities are paid 50 per cent of their total net costs of the Blue Box Program in line with stipulations under the Waste Diversion Act. Finally, the Board raised the issue of applying best practices to packaging, in accordance with enhanced producer responsibilities. This is an issue that requires immediate attention from the Blue Box Program Stewards. Contact: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor, email: milenaailamo.on.ca ex!: 342 . AMO Principles for Housing in Ontario The Board considered a set of principles for housing developed by AMO staff. In light of municipalities' role providing social housing, the importance of a strong municipal voice on this issue was noted. Members agreed that the principles represented a very progressive step in terms of social housing policy in Ontario. The Board provided a strong endorsement of the AMO Principies for Housing which will now be communicated to the provincial and federal governments. These principles will serve as the basis for future AMO discussions on housing in Ontario. Please see AMO Aiert 07/018 for additional information. Contact: Petra Wolfbeiss, Senior Policy Advisor, email: pwoifbeissailamo.on.ca ext: 329 . Proposed Ontario Public Health Standards The Board considered a set of recommendations from the AMO Public Health Task Force regarding the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care's proposed Ontario Public Health Standards. Support was expressed for the flexibility the Standards provide. However, because the protocols that will guide service delivery have not yet been created, a cautious approach was advised. The Board approved the recommendations of the Task Force. These recommendations will now be forwarded to the Co-Chairs of the Technical Review Committee for consideration. Contact: Petra Wolfbeiss, Senior Policy Advisor, email: pwolfbeissailamo.on.ca ex!: 329 . WOO Board Restructuring The Board received an update on the proposed restructuring of the Waste Diversion Ontario (WOO) Board. The Board endorsed the new governance model as supported by the WOO Board. The proposed restructuring of the WOO Board is now before the Minister of the Environment for approval. Contact: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor, email: milenaailamo.on.ca ext: 342 . Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste Program Plan (MHSW) The Board received an update on the publiC consultation that is taking place on the development of the preliminary Household Hazardous and Special Waste (MHSW) Program Plan. The plan is scheduled for completion in late May 2007 when it will be considered for endorsement by the WOO. It will then proceed to the Minister of the Environment for approval. Further details on the proposed plan will be provided to the AMO Executive at its April 2007 meeting. Contact: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor, email: milenaailamo.on.ca ext: 342 2.3 Association of Municipalities of Ontario .t!i. Member Communication . Penalty Policies for Over-Reporting on Municipal Blue Box Datacall The Board considered a revision to the penalty policy for over-reporting on municipal blue box datacall. It was proposed that the penalty policy be modified to ensure that all municipalities which over-report by more than 2% are subject to penalties. It was recommended that this policy be applied to the 2005 audited programs which over-reported. The Board approved the proposal, which will now be communicated to MIPC for recommendation to the WOO. Contact: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor, email: milenaailamo.on.ca ex!: 342 . LeBO Funding Distribution to Municipalities The Board was asked to consider how the $5 million LCBO funding commitment from the deposit return program should be distributed to municipalities. Expressing agreement with the AMO Waste Management Task Force's recommendation, the Board decided that distribution should be based on total glass marketed by program. Contact: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor, email: milenaailamo.on.ca ex!: 342 . Funding for Print and Media Campaign to Encourage Recycling Municipal MIPC representatives requested direction from the Board on the issue of funding the blue box print and media campaign through the Effectiveness and Efficiency (E&E) fund. Consisting of two commercials and some print media designed to encourage recycling, the campaign was initially intended for the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Once completed, however, it became evident that all Ontario municipalities stood to benefit from the ads. Province-wide broadcasting costs amount to $3.1 million. The Board supported the broadcast of the commercials across Ontario with one third of the $3.1 million total cost flowing from the E&E fund. The remaining two thirds of the cost will be requested from the Ministry of the Environment and Stewardship Ontario. AMO staff will report on the responses from MOE and Stewardship Ontario at the AMO Executive's April 2007 meeting. Contact: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor, email: milenaailamo.on.ca ext: 342 . Fine Reductions under the Provincial Offences Act The Board discussed the issue of fine reductions being ordered by JPs in POA cases where the defendant has made a charitable donation. While concern was expressed with respect to funding implications for local charities, Board members indicated that such fine reductions were not an appropriate use of the POA system. The Board approved that a letter be sent to the Ministry of the Attorney General asking him to advise JPs and MAG officials that this practice is inappropriate. Contact: Laurel McCosham, Policy Advisor, email: Imccoshamailamo.on.ca ext: 315 This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca. 3-3 Association of Municipalities of Ontario .t!i. Association of MunicIpalities of Ontario 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto, ON M5G 1 E6 Tel.: (416) 971-96561 Fax: (416) 971-6196 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 07-021 To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 11, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Judy Dezelt, Project Manager (416) 971-9656 ext 306 Federal Public Transit Capital Trust Funds Issue: As part of the Ontario Budget 2007, the Provincial Government commitment to immediately flow through the Fed eral Govern ment's "Public Transit Capital Trust" funds of $352 million ($277 million for transit infrastructure and $75 million for public transit capital) to transit-operating municipalities by March 31,2007 based on transit ridership, but did not pr ovide specific details. AMO now has further details from the Ontario Government regarding distribution of these additional funds. Background: In June 2005, AMO signed an "Agreement in Principle" for the transfer of Federal pubiic transit funds which indicated two years of funding. In the interim, before the funding agreement was signed between Canada and AMO on March 30, 2007, a new Federal government came into power that resulted in a slightly different policy direction. The new funding agreement represented Year One of the "Agreement in Principle". The 2006 Federal Budget then assumed the funding targeted for 2006-07, enriched it with two additional years of funding (2007-08; 2008-09), to establish a ridership-based "Federal Public Transit Capital Trust". The distribution of this trust was to be paid once the Federal books closed (September 2006) subject to confirmation of a Federal surplus. In September 2006, the public accounts indeed confirmed a $13 billion Federal surplus and the trust funds were immediately disbursed to all provinces and territories based on a per capita allocati on. In the case of Ontario, the disbursem ent was $352 million. In the 2006 Fall Economic Statement, the Ontario Govern ment identified revenue receipts for the $352 million Federai Government trust, but did not com mit to disbursement of these revenues to municipalities pending successful resolution of negotiations with the Federal Government related to the Canada-Ontario Agreement. In the recent Ontario Budget 2007, the Provincial Government announced a plan to unlock the $352 million of the Federal Public Transit Capital Trust to be allocated by March 31,2007 based on transit ridership to transit operating municipalities. The funding has now been disbursed to tra nsit operating municipalities as an unconditional grant. Attached identifies how much each transit-providing municipality should have been paid before the end of March 2007. Action: For information. This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca. 1 Association of A...... Municipalities of Ontario _~... Barrie Believille Blind River Brampton Brantford Brockville Burlington Chapleau Chatham-Kent Clarence-Rockland Cobourg Cochrane Collingwood Cornwall Dryden Durham Region Dysart el al Elliot Lake Espanola Fort Erie Fort Frances Greenstone Guelph Halton Hills Hamilton Hanover Hearsl Huntsville Ingersoll Kapuskasing Kawartha Lakes Kenora Kingston Lanark County LaSalle Leamington London 1,079.597.88 434.122.76 884.66 4,550,939.13 745.728.48 40.022.84 840,490.31 822.13 143,957.24 61.049.96 34,443.88 3,093.42 33.049.61 431,354.36 2,391.49 3,517,384.35 845.17 71.642.50 1,995.49 20.006.40 11,488.88 3,028.05 2,772.795.04 1.322.27 11,147,927.39 12.841.66 3,429.43 8.674.07 4,687.15 6.983.71 41,747.35 28,723.93 1,489,421.75 929.75 452.98 13.755.32 9,604,139.82 Ministry of Transportation Year End Investment by Program Budget Announcement March 22, 2007 Loyalist Township Meaford Midland Milton Mississauga Niagara Falls North Bay North Huron North Perth Oakville Orangeville Orillia Ottawa Owen Sound Peel Pembroke Perth East Peterborough City Peterborough County Point Edward Port Colborne Port Hope. Town Quinte West Renfrew Samia Sault Ste Marie Schreiber St Catharines St Marys St Thomas Stratford Sudbury (Greater) Temiskaming Shores Thorold Thunder Bay Timmins Toronto Trent Hills Waterloo Region Weiland West Elgin West Perth (was Mitchell) Windsor Woodstock York Region 45,733.95 2,845.32 24,214.02 32,952.84 13,987,109.52 621,660.94 1.175,392.78 2,420.97 1,732.78 1,237,381.59 26,543.30 142,145.86 46,882,973.90 122,063.65 114,411.59 6,517.91 2,630.77 1,264,696.25 1.102.73 7,064.43 2,423.26 23,202.93 5,475.20 9.895.27 483,816.33 853,483.75 1,099.75 2,212,006.23 5,617.75 182.597.40 302,351.79 2.151,673.65 44,792.41 81,649.64 1.616,312.69 406,443.02 222,594,978.73 1,893.29 6,521,216.35 190,780.34 776.92 3,014.00 3,047,999.86 131,637.60 7.736,096.15 TOTAL $351,478,800.00 Association of Municipalities of Ontario 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto, ON M5G 1 E6 Tel.: (416) 971-98561 Fax: (416) 971-6191 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 07/024 To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 25, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Laurel McCosham, AMO Policy Advisor (416) 971-9856 ext315 Update on Highway Traffic Act Hours of Service Regulation Issue: The Hon. Minister of Transportation, Donna Cansfield, has indicated that the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) will work with AMO to identify and implement appropriate exemptions from Regulation 555/06 "Hours of Service" of the Highway Traffic Act for municipalities. (To view the letter indicating this commitment, please click here.) Background: Regulation 555/06 came into effect January 1, 2007. Mirroring federal legislation, the new regulation introduced new cycle requirements for commercial drivers as well as additional record-keeping obligations. Intended to ensure that commercial drivers enjoy adequate rest periods, the changes also had an impact on drivers of municipal vehicles. The regulation presented a particular challenge to municipal snow removal activities which were severely affected by new limits on hours of work. These limits along with new record-keeping requirements imposed a considerable burden on municipal resources. AMO has been actively pressing the Province to exempt municipalities from the provisions of Regulation 555/06 since the Fall of 2006. This commitment from MTO means that AMO will now work with Ministry staff to secure exemptions that will reflect the unique needs of the municipal sector. Work to make these changes to the regulation will take place this Spring. This will ultimately allow municipalities allocate resources more effectively. AMO is pleased that the Government has agreed to address this important matter. Action: AMO will work with MTO to secure appropriate exemptions for municipalities. AMO will continue to provide updates as this work progresses. This information is availabie in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca. 1-1 Association of Municipalities of Ontario .t!i. .tIt. Association of Municipalities of Ontario 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto, ON M5G 1 E6 Tel.: (416) 971-98561 Fax: (416) 971-6191 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 07/025 To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 25, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Milena Avramovic AMO Senior Policy Advisor (416) 971-9856 exl 342 Proposed Changes to the Waste Diversion Act Issue: The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and the Association of Municipal Recycling Coordinators (AMRC) have prepared a discussion paper proposing changes to the Waste Diversion Act (WDA). We are looking for municipal input about what is being proposed. Background: The WDA came into force in June of 2002, and a review of it is fast approaching. In preparation for the review, AMO and AMRC have prepared a discussion paper for municipal review and input. The establishment of the Waste Diversion Act was an important step in acknowledging and defining the responsibilities of industry stewards who produce, import and market products within this jurisdiction. It also set the framework for the promotion, diversion and recycling of "designated wastes" and provided a financial cost-sharing partnership with industry funding organizations for wastes designated under the Act. 2007 marks the first opportunity to review the provisions and intent of the WDA. While many facets of the Act have served both industry and municipalities well in establishing and governing the cost management framework, AMO and AMRC regard this review as a timely opportunity to provide a needed impetus for policy and program leadership to be reflected within the WDA and the governance structure of Waste Diversion Ontario. It is AMO and AMRC's position that the recommendations contained within this discussion paper continue to ensure fairness and transparency in the legislation as well as meet the needs of our members. AMO/AMRC municipal Waste Management Task Force representatives will be presenting this discussion paper to staff from WDO and Stewardship Ontario in May of 2007. The discussion paper can be viewed on the AMO website. Recommendations: That municipalities provide AMO with observations and input on the proposed changes to the WDA by July 16, 2007. Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor Association of Municipalities of Ontario 393 University Avenue, Suite 1701 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1 E6 Or by Fax: Milena Avramovic at 416-971-6191 Or bye-mail to:milenaailamo.on.ca And please cc: to mcameronailamo.on.ca This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca. 1.1 Association of .......... Municipalities of Ontario ~~ .tIt. 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto. ON M5G 1 E6 Tel.: (416) 971-9656 I Fax: (416) 971-6191 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca Association of Municipalities of Ontario MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT ND: 07/020 To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 5, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Craig Reid, AMO Senior Policy Advisor (416) 971-9656 ext 334 Bill 198, Safeguarding and Sustaining Ontario's Water Act Issue: Minister of the Environment, the Honourable Laurel Broten, introduced Bill 198, Safeguarding and Sustaining Ontario's Water Act (SSOWA) in the Legislature on April 3, 2007. Background: In December 2005, Premier McGuinty signed the Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River Basin Sustainable Water Resources Agreement (the Agreement) along with the Province of Quebec and the Governors of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Among other matters, the Agreement commits the signatories to enact stewardship provisions for Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River Basin water sources including establishing strict criteria for transfers of water within and between watersheds. The SSOWA amends the Ontario Water Resources Act (OWRA) to enact provisions that would, if passed by the Legislature, implement the Agreement and institute a water conservation charge for water takings in the Province of Ontario. Specific provisions of the legislation include: Consumptive Use - the legislation defines consumptive use of water as the water lost during a water taking and not returned to the source. Subject to certain conditions, the Act requires water taken from a water basin to be returned to the same basin. Inter-Basin Transfers - the Act divides Ontario into three water basins (Great Lakes - Sl. Lawrence River, Nelson and Hudson River) and prohibits transfers of water between these basins. Intra-Basin Transfers - consistent with the Agreement the Act prohibits, subject to certain exceptions included in the legislation, the transfer of water from one of the Great Lakes and their basins to the others. Transfers over 19 million litreslday are prohibited and the Act sets up a process for regional review by the other parties to the Agreement for input into proposals to take water above this threshold. Conservation Charges - the legislation sets out regulation making authority that would establish fees for users of water for commercial or industrial purposes, whether or not connected to a municipal system. Fees are anticipated to be phased-in, targeting high volume users first and set at a maximum of $3.71 per million Iitres. Charges for domestic/residential or institutional uses are not contemplated. 1-2 Association of Municipalities of Ontario .t!i. Member Communication Implications for Municipalities: All Ontario municipalities will be captured by the legislation. The Act has particular importance for municipal waterworks planning if municipalities are contemplating drawing water from one watershed and returning it to another as defined by the Act. Municipalities that bottle water for sale, or supply water bottlers, will also be captured by the regulations establishing the conservation charges. At this point, the government has not settled on whether to charge the holder of the Permit To Take Water (municipalities) or the commercial/industrial user directly. The conservation charge proposal contains a reference to recreational facilities facing charges during a subsequent phase of charge implementation. It is not immediately clear whether municipally or third-sector facilities would fall under this regulation once drafted. Action: Members should review the legislation and supporting material to assess direct impacts. Details on the legislation can be found on the Environmental Bill of Rights Registry, under the EBR Registry number: 010-0163. Comments are being accepted up to May 03,2007. While the legislation has received first reading, second reading has not been scheduled. Committee hearings are anticipated. Details on the conservation charges proposal can also be found on the Environmental Bill of Rights Registry, under the EBR Registry number: 010-0162.Comment s are being accepted up to June 04, 2007. This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca. 2-2 Association of Municipalities of Ontario .t!i. This facsimile is provided by CNW Group. To unsubscribe, please call 416-863-2101 or 1-866-309-3811 I Cette telecopie provient de Groupe CNW. Pour vous desabonner, veuillez nous joindre au 416-863-2101 ou 1-866-309-3811 Please Deliver To I SVP REMETTRE A : Clerk News Release Communique CW) Ontario Ministry of Labour Ministere du Travail 07-44 For Immediate Release April 18, 2007 WORKPLACE SAFETY STRATEGY PREVENTING INJURIES AND SAVING MONEY M cGuinty Government On Target In Improving Worker Safety TORONTO - The McGuinty government's workplace health and safety strategy continues to produce dramatic resuIts by preventing the human cost of workplace injuries and avoiding costs for businesses, Labour Minister Steve Peters announced today. "Our plan is working - we are well on track to reduce the lost-time injury rate by 20 per cent by 2008. In 2006, there were more than 15,600 injuries prevented," said Peters. "And we continue to take strong, aggressive action to ensure that when Ontarians go off to work they come home safe and sound.'~ As a result of the strategy, there have been 30,340 fewer lost-time injuries to Ontario workers over the past three years than there otherwise would have been. This has resulted in Ontario businesses avoiding more than $2 billion in costs associated with workplace injuries. A lost-time injury occurs when a worker loses wages as a result of a temporary or permanent work injury. Peters made the announcement today at the opening of this year's annual conference of the International Association of Labour Inspection. It was Ontario's success in workplace health and safety that attracted the association to hold its conference here - the first time ever in North America. The slrategy involves initiatives by the government and its health and safety partners, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), Health and Safety Associations, and Ontario employers and workers. The government and its partners have taken bold steps to meet their goal to reduce workplace injuries by 20 per cent by 2008, including: . Hiring 200 new health and safety inspectors. . Focusing ministry inspections on firms with the highest injury rate and highest WSIB costs - up to 6,000 annually - and inspecting them up to four times a year. . Giving more than 5,000 other workplaces per year a "last chance" to voluntarily improve their health and safety records with the help of the WSIB and 12 health and safety associations. . Promoting the on-going Pains and Strains Campaign to help reduce ergonomic-related injuries, which account for 42 per cent of all lost-time injuries in Ontario. . Promoting young worker health and safety. 1 "The workplace health and safety strategy is saving thousands of workers the pain and suffering of serious workplace injuries," said Peters. "And with fewer workplace injuries, employers are benefiting by avoiding costs associated with lost production, retraining costs and equipment damage. The many partnerships we have formed in our workplaces, wi1h labour, companies, business associations, health and safety organizations and others are key to our success. " -30- For further infonnation: Media enquiries: Susan McConnell Minister's Office 416-326-7710 Belinda Sutton Ministry of Labour 416-326-7405 Disponible enfram;;ais www.labour.gov.on.ca 2 Backg rou nder Document d'information @ Ontario Ministry of Labour Mlnlstere du Travail 07-44 April 18, 2007 OUTSTANDING RESULTS PRODUCED BY ONTARIO'S WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY STRATEGY The workplace health and safety strategy In July 2004, the McGuinty government announced its plans to reduce workplace injuries by 20 per cent through a comprehensive, integrated health and safety strategy using education, training, legislation/regulation and enforcement. The strategy's goal is that, by 2008, there will be 20,000 fewer lost-time injuries than would have otherwise occurred and that this level will be maintained. Lost-time injuries are claims by workers who have lost wages by missing work as a result of a temporary or permanent work injury. The stralegy is being carried out through the high-risk workplace initiative and the targeted inspection of priority firms. The high-risk workplace initiative The high-risk workplace initiative is focusing on workplaces with the highest injury rates and costs. When the initiative was launched two per cent of all firms insured by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) accounted for 10 per cent of all lost-time injuries and 21 per cent of injury cost in Ontario. In the complementary "Last Chance" initiative, safe workplace associations were challenged to work with the Ministry of Labour by providing 5,000 workplaces with a "last chance" to voluntarily work on their injury track records. By assisting and educating lhese workplaces with high injury rates on healthier and safer work practices - while continuing to give priority to investigating workplace fatalities, critical injuries, work refusals, work stoppages and immediate hazards to worker health and safety - lost-lime injuries can be reduced by 20 per cent. This will have significanl benefit for Ontario's health and safety system and the quality of life for the people of Ontario. Through its high-risk workplace initiative, the ministry is targeting its inspections on as many as 6,000 firms with the highest injury rate and highest WSIB costs. Inspectors are visiting these sites up to four times a year, focusing on workplace hazards to help firms reduce on-the- job injuries. 1 Results In less than three years of implementation, results show the workplace health and safety strategy is working and the governmenl is on track to achieve its four-year commitment to reduce injuries by 20 per cent, with 20,000 fewer lost-time injuries. Since the overall workplace health and safety strategy began, there have been 30,340 fewer lost-time injuries than would have otherwise occurred. According to the WSIB, this injury reduction represents more than $2 billion in costs that were avoided by Ontario businesses. Ontario's lost-time injury rate was reduced from 2.2 per 100 workers in 2003 to 2.1 in 2004. It was further reduced to 2.0 in 2005, as targeted. In 2006 it dropped to 1.9. The goal for 2008 is 1. 8 injuries per 100 workers. A lost-time ittiury occurs when a worker loses wages by missing work as a result of a temporary or permanent work-relaled injury. -30- For further information: Media enquiries: Belinda Sutton Ministry of Labour 416-326-7405 Disponible enfran,ais www.labour.gov.on.ca 2 .tIt. Association of Municipalities of Ontario 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto. ON M5G 1 E6 Tel.: (416) 971-96561 Fax: (416) 971-6191 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 07/018 To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 2, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: AMO Senior Policy Advisor, Petra Wolfbeiss (416) 971-9656 ex! 329 AMO Principles for Social Housing in Ontario Issue: The AMO Board of Directors is advocating for a new framework for housing policy and program development in Ontario. Background: At the March 30, 2007 AMO Board of Directors' meeting a set of principles and strategic considerations on decisions regarding the direction and impact of social housing in Ontario were endorsed. The proposed AMO Principles for Housing are intended to better reflect the municipal voice and municipal priorities on issues regarding the funding, accountability and many issues related to social housing in Ontario. Municipal governments want to ensure that social housing services are meeting the needs of people in their communities and that services are delivered and funded in a way that is accountable and effective. Currently, municipalities alone are responsible and accountable for the funding and delivery of this program - part of approximately $1 billion in municipal expenditures for housing services in Ontario. Municipalities must, therefore, have a greater role in the decisions regarding the direction and impact of social housing in Ontario. The proposed AMO principles and strategic considerations outline a vision of social housing that moves away from being mired in operational details and the interests of other parties, towards an effective, efficient, coordinated, integrated and accountable system of social housing. 1-2 Association of Municipalities of Ontario .t!i. Member Communication Below are the AMO Principles. The discussion paper in its entirety can be found here. Housing in Ontario must be based on the following principles: 1. Funding an income redistribution program like housing through property tax is unsustainable and at odds with basic principles of good public policy and good fiscal policy. 2. So long as municipalities are the principle funders of housing services in Ontario, they should be the principle policy makers. 3. Focused on long-term, sustainable solutions that provide the most cost-effective solutions to problems across the full spectrum of housing and social policy, not just specific programs. 4. That the Federal, Provincial and Municipal governments in Ontario must have a clear plan for collaboration and action on housing issues under a comprehensive National Housing Strategy. 5. Active participation of all orders of government, focused on the quality of life that housing needs to provide, and that active participation is based on defined roles, responsibilities and accountability, and a sustainable funding framework which does not include the property tax base. 6. Comprehensive and coordinated policies and programs that include improved income supports, improved housing choice and improved access to social and health services to enable people to live independently in their communities. Action: The AMO Principles for Housing in Ontario will be communicated to both the provincial and federal governments and will be used as a framework for future housing discussions. This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca. 2-2 Association of Municipalities of Ontario .t!i. OFFICE OF THE: MAYOA CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER CLERK DIRECTOA OF FINANCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SERVICES DIRECTOR OF BUILDING & ENFORCEMENT SERVICES THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF PELHAM TEL. (905) 892-2607 FAX (905) 892.5055 POST OFFICE BOX 400 PELHAM MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 20 PELHAM TOWN SQUARE FONTHILL, ONTARIO LOS 1EO April 23, 2007 ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES OF ONTARIO 393 UNIVERSITY AVENUE SUITE 1701 TORONTO ON M5G 1 E6 Dear Sir or Madam: This is to advise that Coun~1 of the Town of Pelham, at its regular meeting held on Monday, April 16, 2007, resolved to enact the following resolution: "THAT Council of the Town of Pelham endorse and support the AMO principles for Social Housing in Ontario as set out in AMO Member Communication Alert dated April 2, 2007; AND THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the area municipalities, Regional Municipality of Niagara, local MP's and MPP's." Yours very truly, . ~~ Town Clerk Cc: ".1(rea Muni~palities Regional Muni~pality of Niagara Local MP's Local MPP's MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 07/023 Association of.Municlpalities of OntarIo 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto, ON M5G 1 E6 Tel.; (416) 971-96561 Fax: (416) 971-6191 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 20, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Milana Avramovic, AMO Senior Policy Advisor (416) 971-9656 exl342 Membership Support for Revised Discussion Paper on Strengthening Extended Producer Responsibility for Ontario's Blue Box Issue: The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and the Association of Municipal Recycling Coordinators (AMRC) are requesting membership support of the revised version of the discussion paper on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Background: In February of 2007, AMO/AMRC released a discussion paper on EPR for consultation to the AMO and AMRC membership. This paper focused on the inequities of the current Blue Box funding mechanism and proposed a new funding mechanism that recommended industry be made to pay 100% of the costs for non-recovered Consumer Packaging and Printed Paper (CPPP). This was accompanied by a list of recommendations of how to improve the effectiveness of the Blue Box through litter reduction initiatives, strengthening recycling markets and encouraging EPR at a federal level. As a result of the comments received during the consultation period from both municipalities and industry, the discussion paper has been modified to recommend a phased-in approach to full EPR for CPPP. The first phase would establish a 50% cost sharing arrangement between industry and municipalities for the full cost of recyclable CPPP, which includes a portion of litter and garbage costs. The second phase would require a full EPR system that requires industry to take on 100% of the full cost all CPPP. Action: AMO is asking its members to review and support the modified version of the discussion paper on Extended Producer Responsibility. The revised, 2nd Draft EPR discussion paper (April, 2007) can be accessed on the AMO website. If you wish to view the 1 st Draft EPR Discussion Paper (February, 2007), please click here. Please forward your municipality's comments and I or supporting resolutions, by May 20th, 2007, to: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor Association of Municipalities of Ontario 393 University Avenue, Suite 1701 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1 E6 Or by Fax: Milena Avramovic at 416-971-6191 Or bye-mail to:milenaailamo.on.ca And please cc: to mcameronailamo.on.ca This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amO.on.ca. 1-1 Association of ......... Municipalities of Ontario ....... .tIt. 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto, ON M5G 1 E6 Tel.: (416) 971-96561 Fax: (416) 971-6191 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca Association of Municipalities of Ontario MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 07/019 To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 4, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Milena Avramovic, Senior Policy Advisor (416) 971-9656 ext 342 Endangered Species Legislation Issue: AMO issues News Release calling on Government to hold meetings province-wide before proposed Act goes to Standing Committee. AMO Members are asked to bring this to the attention of their M PP. Background: While the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) believes that the protection of species is an important matter, it also recommends that the Province's proposed Endangered Species Act 2007 should be discussed in greater detail before it advances to the Standing Committee Hearing process. Furthermore, AMO believes that the Province can achieve better mutual understanding of the Legislation and stakeholder concerns by hosting a series of informative meetings with municipal governments and other key stakeholders. "This interim step would offer a better opportunity to discuss matters than is normally achieved at Standing Committee," said Doug Reycraft, AMO President. "An interim step would help for more informed submissions and presentations to Standing Committee on ideas to ensure the legislation is clear and does not bring unintended consequences." These meetings should be held across the Province and offer the opportunity for questions and answers about the proposed legislation. This would help achieve a better understanding of the proposed legislation, its flexibility, new process and rules, impacts and enforcement provisions. While the Government's objectives of environmental and species stewardship is supported, many concerns have been expressed regarding the proposed legislation. There is also a desire to mitigate potential economic impacts on landowners and communities. This information is available in the Policy Issues section ofthe AMO website at www.amo.on.ca. 1-1 Association of ......... Municipalities of Ontario ...... .tIt. A.ssociation of Municipalities of OntarIo 393 University Ave, Suite 1701 Toronto, ON M5G 1 E6 Tel.: (416) 971-96561 Fax: (416) 971-6191 E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 07/026 To the attention of the Clerk and Council April 27, 2007 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Milena Avramovic, AMO Policy Advisor (416) 971-9656 ex! 342 NOTICE Bill 184, Endangered Species Act, 2007, Has Received Second Reading Committee Hearings on May 2nd and 7th Only Issue: Bill 184, the Endangered Species Act received Second Reading on Wednesday, April 25th and was referred immediately to the Standing Committee on General Government. Background: The Standing Committee on General Government will meet to consider Sill 184, An Act to protect species at risk and to make related changes to other Acts. The Committee intends to hold public hearings in Toronto on Wednesday, May 2 and Monday, May 7, 2007, only. Parties that wish to be considered to make an oral presentation on Bill 184 on Monday, May 7, 2007 should contact the Committee Clerk by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2007. Videoconferencing arrangements may be made for those unable to appear in person. Those who do not wish to make an oral presentation but wish to comment on the Sill may send written submissions to the Committee Clerk at the address below by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. Municipalities or organizations wishing to be considered to appear before the Committee on May 7, should contact the Committee Clerk as follows. Susan Sourial, Clerk Room 1405, Whitney Slock Queen's Park, Toronto, ON M7A 1A2 Telephone (416) 325-7352 Facsimile (416) 325-3505 Action: AMO will request an opportunity to make a presentation to the Committee. This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca. 1-1 Association of ........... Municipalities of Ontario ~.... Ontario Forest Industries Association April 18, 2007 Ontario Forest Industries Association - Positions on Bill 184: An Act to protect species at risk and to make related chanaes to other Acts The following outlines the four key concerns and positions related to the Bill 184 as posted on the Environmental Registry on March 20, 2007 (Registry No. AB06E6001 ). Equivalency and Existing Forest Management Instruments The proposed Bill 184 contains clauseslsections which allow the Minister to authorize activities that have already been approved either by the Minister of Natural Resources or another provincial Minister (section 18). Such an authorization would have the same effect as a permit as per Bill 184. The OFIA strongly supports the need for this Bill to recognize other mechanisms already in place. In this regard, we do not believe that the clauselsection as written is specific enough to ensure that Ontario's approved forest management practices will be specifically recognized. In addition, it does not provide the necessary assurances to the forest sector that our current management system and practices will remain unchanged by this legislation or any of its associated regulations. Forest Management Plans or other land use plans approved by MNR that incorporate habitat provisions for species at risk must be explicitly identified as instruments under section 18, to clarify uncertainty associated with habitat definitions and prohibitions, either directlv in the leaislation. or at a minimum via the development of a reaulation (or similar instrument) to be passedlformalized simultaneouslv with third readina. Definition of habitat The proposed Bill 184 requires immediate protection of habitat for all newly listed species (until a species specific regulation is developed). The current definition of 'habitat', for the purpose of interim protection is extremely and exceedingly broad, is open to subjective interpretation and could be interpreted in a manner that could potentially result in moratoriums for any development or resource activities across vast areas of the province. In the opinion of the OFIA, the level of ambiguity within the definition is problematic and will cause significant problemslcontroversy as species become listed. The OFIA supports a more specific, scoped down definition of habitat that focuses on protecting residences and other verv specific. localized and distinct 1 Ontario Forest Industries Association April 18, 2007 areas of specialized function that are known to be utilized on an annual basis and that are critical to maintaining populations (e.g. critical staging areas, calving sites). The revised definition would ensure that interim habitat protection would not be erroneously interpreted to include general areasldescriptors (e.g. conifer forests, farmland, rivers). Compensation The proposed Bill 184 does not provide any measure of compensation for landowners or resource users impacted by the legislation. This omission is inconsistent with the federal Species at Risk Legislation which recognizes that protecting species, which is to the benefit of all Ontarians, comes at a cost that must be shared by all parties. The legislation must provide compensation for resource users that are significantly and negatively impacted by the implementation of the legislation, its regulations or associated policies. This is consistent with the federal Act. COSSARO Composition and Ministerial Authority The proposed Bill 184 currently restricts the make up of COSSARO to the scientific and aboriginal communities, effectively eliminating practitioner and local level knowledge and representation. In addition, there is no clause requiring that COSSARO members be independent of special interest groups, only that they leave any associated views at the door. The legislation must allow for representatives with community and practitioner knowledge, and must ensure that both northern and southern Ontario are represented on COSSARO. It must also prohibit participation from individuals who are associated with special interest, lobby or advocacy groups to ensure independence. Addressing these concerns will ensure that COSSARO is balanced and operates in a manner that is unbiased. The proposed Bill 184 also requires that any species assessed as endangered or threatened by COSSARO be automatically listed (e.g. receives protection under the legislation). The OFIA does not believe that the government should delegate its authority in this matter to a body that is not accountable to the public of Ontario. The legislation must allow for the Minister (or government) to have the final decision on the listing of a species. 2 ~bt .:A /j)aJta.lJ'(1 frcnn Ontaria J iJfbmkipalitie1:J ;';0;\('" \'ij"htr"hl:e Augu-st 1';1.22,2007 W,,-:,tir; (J~!;\"H H0t~i ~nd \)Uawa C()l\(F~5~ ('".nF~, Ott".",,,, OntiHio Preview: Conference 2007 Monday Keynote Speaker: Thomas Homer Dixon . Director of the Trudeau Centre for Peace and Confiict Studies at the University of Toronto Dr. Homer-Dixon challenges conventional thinking and perceptions on how societies are adapting to complex economic, ecological, and technological change. Dr. Homer-Dixon will address the hottest issue today: Climate Change. Plenary and Concurrent Sessions AMO's plenary, concurrent sessions and workshops showcase the issues that matter most to your municipality, some of which may include: . Key environmentai issues such as sustainability, waste diversion, Ontario's new Clean Water Act and the latest developments on Brownfield rehabilitation . Energy issues including conservation and climate change . Changing nature of Council and Staff liability . Infrastructure financing, and new asset management requirements . Emerging social policy issues . The latest in labour relations . And much more. Sunday Evening Welcome Reception Explore a Canadian Cultural Treasure as you mix with fellow delegates at the National Art Gallery of Canada. Tuesday Keynote Speaker: Robert Fisher Looking for a sharp analysis of Ontario's political landscape just a few weeks before Ontario's next provincial election. Come and hear what our Tuesday Keynote Speaker, CBC Broadcaster Robert Fisher has to say. Conference Banquet Tuesday night take a trip to the Vinyl Cafe. Every weekend more than 700,000 people tune in to CBC Radio to hear Stuart Mclean's "The Vinyl Cafe." Stuart Mclean, one of Canada's most beloved storytellers and humorists, entertains his listeners with Canadian music, colourful fiction and his thoughts on a wide range of topics, from the trivial to the thought-provoking. Mclean is also an award-winning journalist, a professor emeritus of Ryerson University and the author of a number of bestselling non-fiction books. Companion Program One and one half days of programming for companion's is available. With three full day options on Monday including a steam train tour; aritsan's tour and new this year a full day of plenary style programming at the Chateau Laurier, and two boat cruises on Tuesday. The 2007 Companion's Program is something to talk about. A full Itinerary of the companion's program can be found on our website or please contact Anita Surujdeo at asurujdeo@amo.on.ca for a copy of the program. For more details on the Conference visit the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca A~00tcLlwl from Ontario J'ltltmitipaliU<'J fd 10alh Annual Conference August 1 g - 22. 2007 @ the ,. . .. ,;..Westin Ottawa Hotel & Ottawa Congress Centre ..td.: .. 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa. Ontario. K1N 9H4 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM (please type or print) Payment MUST accompany registrations. FAX Credit Card Payments to 416-971-9372 Please Indicate re istration choice below: AMO MEMBERS Fee does not include GST Early Bird Regular On Site Before After Aug 19-22 April 25 April 25 560.00 610.00 500.00 550.00 300.00 340.00 300.00 340.00 155.00 165.00 250.00 270.00 Name Municipal ity Mailing Address Telephone E.mail x GST exem pt x Fee does not include GST x . Title Summary of Charges: Registration Fee $ *Companion's Fee $ Extra Banquet $ GST (6%) $ TOTAL $ Payment Method: o Cheque 0 MasterCard 0 Visa Card Number: Expiration Date: m y Cardholder's Name (exactly as on card): Signature: Please make cheques payable to: Association of Municipalities of Ontario 393 University Avenue. Suite 1701, Toronto, ON, M5G 1E6 Refund Policy: Cancellation MUST be made in writing before August 1,2007. An administration charge of $74.20 ($70.00 plus $4.20 GST) will apply Registration Inquiries: Anita Surujdeo . asurujdeo@amo.on.ca 1-877-426-6527 . 416-971-9856 ex!. 344 Fax: 416-971-9372 Please note any special dietary requirements here: ts 2944 please complete Companion Selection Form. Companion's program does not include a banquet ticket. Fax luet 660.00 610.00 375.00 375.00 165.00 270.00 110.00 CAUCUS VOTING INSTRUCTIONS: Each delegate who is an elected municipal official from an AMO member municipality is eligible to vote but MUST declare a Caucus when they submit this conference registration form. Ju/y 27, 2007 is the last date for changing Caucus for either the Mondey Caucus Candidate Lunch or the Tuesday Board of Directors election. After July 27. changes to a declered Caucus are not permitted. Please indicate below which caucus you wish to participate in: o County 0 Large Urban 0 Northern o Regional/Single Tier 0 Rural 0 Small Urban v ts Federal/Provincial Governments Early Bird Regular On Site Before After Aug 19-22 April 25 April 25 600.00 650.00 700.00 luet 525.00 575.00 630.00 320.00 360.00 380.00 320.00 360.00 380.00 v 175.00 185.00 185.00 260.00 280.00 280.00 ts 110.00 luet Non-Members Early Bird Regular On Site Before After Aug 19-22 April 25 April 25 700.00 750.00 800.00 600.00 675.00 750.00 350.00 400.00 400.00 350.00 400.00 400.00 195.00 205.00 205.00 270.00 280.00'- 280.00 110.00 AMO collects, uses and discloses the Information requested to promote the Interests of the municipal sector. It may also be shared with selected third parties 10 generate operating revenues for AMO. Under the Federal Personal Informatlon Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) some of the information may constitute personal information. By filling out this form you agree that all personal information provided by you on the form may be collected, used and disclosed by AMO for all purposes described above. ; ~bi. A~1i(,,;:iilliorl flf MUllidpalRies O( Ofll<lrm Association of Municipalities of Ontario OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT April 11, 2007 To: Head and Members of Council Re: Nomination to AMO Board of Directors - New Procedures At the August 2006 Annual General Meeting, several changes to the Association's Bylaw were made regarding the election of the AMO Board of Directors. The following amendments will impact this year's election: 1. No member municipality may be represented on the Board by more than one director except where a director is an appointed official from one of the named municipal organizations in the Bylaw (e.g., Chair of ROMA, OSUM, AFMO, etc., as elected by those organizations). The AMO Board shouid represent the broadest possible number of municipalities. 2. Prior to close of nominations. qualified nominees must submit a resolution of support of their council that aiso specifies one of AMO's named caucuses. To accommodate these changes, several procedures and timelines for the nomination process have been changed. Please note the following: . The Request for Nominations will be issued on April 23, 2007 . Nominations will close at 4:00 p.m. on June 21,2007 . Nominations Report will be issued by June 26. 2007 . Each eligible voter (i.e., municipal elected officials registered as deiegates) must declare a Caucus when they register for the conference in order to vote for their declared Caucus representatives on Tuesday. August 21 as well as to receive the appropriate Caucus Candidate luncheon ticket for Monday. August 20. . The last date to notify AMO that the eligible voter wishes to change their declared Caucus is Friday, July 27. Caucus changes are not to be permitted after this date. This requirement is needed in order to administer the elections process and confirm logistics for the caucus luncheons. As the collective voice of municipal governments, AMO's Board of Directors plays an important representative role for Ontario's municipal governments. I encourage elected officials to get involved, by considering running for the Board of Directors. The Request for Nominations will set out the time involved in participating on the AMO Board along with other details on meeting schedules, etc. If you have any questions concerning the above election procedures, please contact Pat Vanini. Executive Director (416) 971-9856 or by email: pvanini@amo.on.ca. I look forward to welcoming you to the 2007 AMO Annual Conference in Ottawa this August. Check out our website (www.amo.on.ca) for conference registration and other information. With a provincial election within weeks of the conference, you can be assured that this conference will be timely and a key opportunity to advocate municipal government's interests. Sincerely. O~ C{a/f Doug Reycraft, President 393 University Ave., Suite 1701 Toronto ON M5G 1ES Canada iE-mail: amo(cllamo.on.ca i www.amo.on.ca Tel: (416) 971-985SI Fax: (416) 971-61911 Toll-free in Ontario: 1-877-426-6527 " ~bt. Associalloflnf Municip.lll:Ue9 of Ontario REQUEST FOR NOMINATIONS 2007 - 2008 AMO Board of Directors April 23, 2007 To: Head and Members of Council From: Jim Wilson, Secretary-Treasurer, AMO Kathy Zammit, Chief Returning Officer, AMO Please be advised that in accordance with the Association's governing by-law, the Secretary-Treasurer is requesting nominations to the 2007 - 2008 AMO Board of Directors. Attached please find: · A summary of the offices for each caucus for which elections will be held at the 2007 Annual Meeting; · An estimate of the annual time commitment required to serve on the AMO Board of Directors and for those who wili then serve on the AMO Executive Committee; and . Nomination Form The names of all qualified individuals who are duly nominated will appear on the ballot for election to the Board. Please forward a completed Nomination Form to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario via fax at (416) 971-6191 or mail to the attention of Pat Vanini, Executive Director. Qualified Nominees must obtain a Council resolution of support which also specifies the Caucus for which the individual is nominated. A completed Nomination Form and supporting material must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. Thursday, June 21, 2007. Nominations will not be accepted beyond that date. All candidates will be contacted to confirm receipt of their nominations and at that time will receive further information on the election process. If you have any questions regarding this information, please contact Pat Vanini, Executive Director at (416) 971-9856, ex!. 316, e-mail pvanini@.amo.on.ca or Lorna Ruder, Executive Assistant, ext. 341, or Iruderailamo.on.ca. ~td. M$odut'ion of Municipalities of Orltarill ANNUAL TIME COMMITMENT AMO Board of Directors and Executive Committee The following is an estimate of time individuals can normally expect to devote for service on the AMO Board of Directors and Executive Committee (Le. Chair of each Caucus). Executive Meetings 10 days Memorandum of Understanding Meetings (Executive Committee) 10 days Board Meetings 7 days 3 days AMO Conference Other Commitments (task forces, other meetings) up to 6 days depending on interest Board Meetings: Board meetings are normally held on the fourth Friday in September, November, January, March and June and on the Saturday and sometimes the Sunday prior to the AMO Annual Conference in August. The June meeting is normally held in the President's home municipality. In addition to the six Board meetings, Board members may also serve on AMO Task Forces. Executive Meetings: Executive meetings are held on the Thursday before a scheduled Board meeting and on the fourth Friday of the month when there is no Board meeting. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) meetings are specifically scheduled and are generally monthly. ~t1i. Association of MunidpnJities. of Ontario SUMMARY OF OFFICES AMO Board of Directors 2007 - 2008 Elections will be held for the 2007 - 2008 AMO Board of Directors consistent with the AMO By-law NO.1: The President and the Secretary-Treasurer shall each serve a two-year term, therefore there is no election for those positions until 2008. . 6 County Caucus Directors. To be Elected: Three elected officials and one municipal employee to be elected by caucus constituency at the conference. Appointed: Chairs of the Eastern and Western Ontario Wardens Caucuses. · 7 Large Urban Caucus Directors. To be Elected: Five elected officials and one municipal employee to be elected by caucus constituency at the conference. Appointed: Chair of the Large Urban Mayors' Caucus of Ontario. · 6 Northern Caucus Directors. To be Elected: Three elected officials and one municipal employee to be elected by caucus constituency at the conference: two from the Northeast and two from the Northwest. Appointed: Chairs of the Federation of Northeastern Ontario Municipalities and the Northern Ontario Municipal Association. . 7 Regional and Single Tier Caucus Directors. To be elected: Six elected officials to be elected by caucus constituency at the conference. Appointed: Chair of the Mayors and Regional Chairs of Ontario's Single Tier Cities and Regions. . 6 Rural Caucus Directors. To be elected: Four elected officials and one municipal employee to be elected by caucus constituency at the conference. Appointed: Chair of the Rural Ontario Municipal Association. . 6 Small Urban Caucus Directors. Four elected officials and one municipal employee to be elected by caucus constituency at the conference. Appointed: Chair of Ontario Small Urban Municipalities. Each of the above caucus members shall serve a one-year term. ~bt. Aswd,ltion of Munidpalitles of Ontario NOMINATION FORM 2007 - 2008 AMO Board of Directors . It is the responsibility of the person nominated to file a complete and accurate Nomination Form. Send completed forms to: Pat Vanini, Executive Director Association of Municipalities of Ontario, 200 University Avenue, Suite 801, Toronto, ON M5H 3C6 FAX to: 416-971-6191 . Nominations will be accepted no later than 4:00 PM June 21, 2007. . Resolution of support from nominee's municipality must be attached, and must specify the Caucus. Nominee's Name as it is to appear on the ballot Nominated for the Office of Director for Check One Only Nominee's Municipality County Caucus D Is Nominee's Municipality currently a paid member of AMO? 0 Yes 0 No Large Urban Caucus D Nominee's Municipai Title Northern Caucus D Nominee's Preferred Contact Information Address Regional & Single Tier Caucus D Town/City I Postal Code Rural Caucus D Bus/Cell Phone Res Phone Fax Small Urban Caucus D Email D Council Resolution confirming Caucus and Council support for the nomination is attached. CONSENT OF NOMINEE AND STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION I the Nominee mentioned in this Nomination Form do hereby consent to such nomination and declare that I am qualified to be eiected and to hold the office for which I am nominated. Dated: Signature: S/ nature of Nominee CERTIFICATE OF CHIEF RETURNING OFFICER Date Nomination Form Received at AMO offices: I. the Chief Returning Officer, appointed by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, to officiate over these elections, do hereby certify that I have examined the Nomination form of the aforementioned Nominee filed with me and am satisfied that such Nominee is qualified to be nominated to the office indicated above. Dated: Signature: Chief Retumin Officer This facsimile is provided by CNW Group. To unsubscribe, please call 416-863-2101 or 1-866-309-3811 I Cette telecopie provient de Groupe CNW. Pour vous desabonner, veuillez nous joindre au 416-863-2101 ou 1-866-309-3811 please oeliver To I SVP REMETTRE A : Clerk News Release Communique ~ Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Mlnlstere des Affalres municipals et du Logement For Immediate Release April 24, 2007 GREENBELT WINS "ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING" NATIONAL AWARD Award Celebrates Greenbelt's Environmental And Agricultural Legacy TORONTO - The Ontario government has won a prestigious national planning award for its Greenbelt Plan, Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister John Gerretsen announced today. The Canadian Institule of Planners selected the Greenbelt Plan, which permanently protects 1.8 million acres of agricultural and environmentally sensitive land around the Greater Golden Horseshoe, as the recipient ofils 2007 Award for Planning Excellence in the category of Environmental Planning. "The Greenbelt Plan is an innovative planning achievement of provincial and national significance that protects some of our most precious environmental resources, n said Gerretsen. "This award is a strong endorsement of the McGuinty government's comprehensive approach to planning strategically for growth while protecting the quality of our air, water and land for future generations. " The award will be presented on June 5,2007 during the Canadian Institute of Planners' annual conference in Quebec City. "The winning project is certainly deserving of recognition by the Canadian Institute of Planners," said Gary Willson, Chair of the Planning Excellence Jury. "It highlights the significant care that Canadians have for their natural and built environments and the unique, increasingly sophisticated ways in which they want to express this." The Government of Ontario also received a second award from the Canadian Institute of Planners, this one in the re-urbanization category, for its Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. In October 2006, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario announced that he plans to present a special award to the Government of Ontario and the Niagara Escarpment Commission recognizing their accomplishments in establishing Ontario's Greenbelt. .. ./2 - 2- The Greenbelt is part of the McGuinty government's commitment to environmental protection. It is also a key component ofthe province's reform of the planning system, which includes changes to the Provincial Policy Statement and the creation of the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Most recently, reforms to the Planning Act that came into force on January 1,2007, complement the Greenbelt by providing additional municipal tools that encourage sustainable development. .30- Contacts: Patti Munce Minister Gerretsen's Office 416585-6333 Audrey Bennett Provincial Planning Policy Branch 416585-6072 Disponible enfram;ais www.ontario.ca/mah Green Building: From Policy to Practice for the Public Sector North Toronto - Wednesday, May 30,2007 Earth Rangers Centre* - 9520 Pine Valley Drive, Woodbridge ON Municipalities across Canada have been among the early adopters of green building practices and the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED") rating system. To support these municipalities the CaG8C has developed a new workshop specifically designed to equip municipalities with the tools they need to implement green building policies. Green Building: From Policy to Practice for the Public Sector is a one day workshop that supports municipality staff responsible for facilities development and management, including decision-makers, senior management and project managers. Delivered using a mix of industry and municipality experience, participants learn first hand how other municipalities are addressing green building challenges and opportunities. The course provides the chance to learn from colleagues and excellent professional development opportunities for staff. . The Earth Rangers Centre Is 0 LEED'" Canada Gold building. What willyoul.earn? . An overview of sustainable building principles, includ- ing the LEED system. . Short and long-term environmental, economic and health benefits of green buildings for public building owners. . Current capital costs for different levels of LEED cer- tification, and highlight operational and productivity/ health benefits over the life of the building. . The importance of value statements (what's in it for me and what's in it for the organization); and strate- gies to shift mind sets and values. . How to integrate green building management strate- gies into different project delivery models. . Why the Integrated Design Process (IDP) is a key ap- proach to delivering high performance buildings. . How to select a qualified and competent design team, including articulating green building goals to bidders, what to put into RFPs and what to look for in propos- als. . The minimum green requirements that should be in- corporated into projects. Who should attend? Municipality staffincl.uding: . Project managers . Sustainability teams . Planners . Elected officials and directors Other professions including: . Architects . Developers . Design professionals Registration Fees CaGBC Members Non-members $300 + gst $350 + gst Workshop Schedule 8:00am to 8:30am - Check-in/breakfast 8:30am to 4:30pm - Workshop To register for this workshop, vi5it www.cagbc.org This workshop can be organized privately. For more information call 613.241.1184 ext.22. Green Building: From Policy to Practice for the Public Sector North Toronto - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 Earth Rangers Centre* - 9520 Pine Valley Drive, Woodbridge ON To register: . Visit www.cagbc.org or Fax this form to 613.241.4782 NAME: E-MAil: COMPANY: PHONE: SHIPPING ADDRESS: CITY: PROVINCE: POSTAL CODE: BIlliNG ADDRESS: (if different from shipping address) REGISTRATION FEE: $300 + GST for members of the CaGBC $350 + GST for non-members Registration Fee: # Of Participants: GST: Total: Business No.: 863470753 RT001 PAYMENT INFORMATION: I HAVE ENCLOSED A CHEQUE, made payable to: Canada Green Building Council, CaGBC, 800-325 Dalhousie St. Ottawa, ON, K1 N 7G2 OR VISA MASTERCARD CARDHOLDER NAME: CARD NUMBER: EXPIRATION DATE: SIGNATURE: Please see our cancellation policy at www.cagbc.org. All submitted information will only be used for CaGBC workshop registration. Your security and privacy is very important to the Canada Green Building Council. i>> OTTAWA OFFICE: TEL: (613) 992-3176 FAX: (613) 992-0930 HOUSE OF COMMONS OTTAWA, ONK1A OA6 E-MAIL: marki@parl.gc.ca HOUSE OF COMMONS CHAMBRE DES COMMUN,:::S CENTRAL RIDING OFFICE: TEL: (204) 622-INKY (4659) FAX: (204) 622-4654 E-MAIL: inkymark@mts.nel OTTAWA INKY MARK, M.P. DAUPHIN - SWAN RIVER - MARQUECTTE, MANITOBA "Accountable to You" . OTTAWA, 3 April 2007 Dear Mayor/Reeve and Members of Council: RE: Bill C-417. the Canadian Soldiers' and Peacekeepers' Memorial Wall Act Canada has no national memorial for her Fallen On March 26, 2007 I introduced a Private Member's Bill in the House of Commons that would see the creation of a Memorial Wall for Canada's fallen soldiers and peacekeepers. Since 1885 over 115, 000 people have died in the service of their country. Before 1970, by Canadian law, those heroes were buried in the countries where they died. .Their bodies were either lost at sea or are buried in seventy-three countries around the world. The Memorial Wall would be the only national memorial to properly honour all of those who have given their lives in wars and peacekeeping duties. It will allow Canadians and visitors the opportunity to understand the magnitude of the sacrifice that was made to ensure we maintain the rights and freedoms we enjoy today. This concept has been the dream of Ed Forsyth, a Canadian veteran who served in the 4th Armoured Division during World War II. Ed and his son Robert Forsyth have been diligent in their desire to see the creation of this structure. Those who want more details on the Memorial Wall can visit the website at www.memorialwall.ca. I am writing -to ask for your support in this initiative. Enclosed is a sample resolution for council's consideration and a petition form to collect signatures in support of this legislation. Please return them as soon as possible along with your comments or suggestions, postage free to: Inky Mark, M.P., House of Commons, Ottawa, ON K1A OA6. It is time we properly recognize our fallen soldiers and peacekeepers. This legislation is another step to ensuring that Canada will never forget their sacrifice. It is time for Canada to have a national memorial for her Fallen Sincerely, -~.. Inky Mark, M.P. Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette Enclosure (9) . :i'~<~;._....."",_ SAMPLE RESOLUTION Subiect: Bill C-417, the Cauadian Soldiers' and Peacekeepers' Memorial Wall Act WHEREAS Canada has yet to properly honour, in a suitable location that is always accessible to the public, the NAMES of ALL of OUR FALLEN in wars and peacekeeping; AND WHEREAS over 115,000 Fallen have their graves in seventy-three countries and hundreds of cemeteries; AND WHEREAS their remains, by h~w, cannot be repatriated to Canada; AND WHEREAS we must create a suitable national shrine to our fallen; AND WHEREAS proper recognition will show our gratitude and respect for their sacrifice; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the request that the Government of Canada enact Private Members Bill C-4l7, the Canadian Soldiers' and Peacekeepers' Memorial Wall Act. PETITION TO THE HOUSE OF COMMONS IN PARLIAMENT ASSEMBLED We, the undersigned citizens of Canada, draw attention to the House to the followiug: THAT WHEREAS Canada has yet to properly honour, in a suitable location that is always accessible to the puhlic, the NAMES of ALL of OUR FALLEN in wars and peacekeeping; AND WHEREAS over 115,000 Fallen have their graves in seventy-five countries and hundreds of cemeteries; AND WHEREAS their remains, hy law, call1lot be repatriated to Canada; AND WHEREAS we must create a suitahle national shrine to our fallen; AND WHEREAS proper recognition will show our love and respect for their sacrifice; THEREFORE, your petitioners request that Parliament provide a suitable area of public land to be used for the location of a Memorial Wall of Names of all of Canada's Fallen. The petitioners also request that this memorial, a national shrine, be created in a timely manner and maintained to honour those that ,gave their lives for our country. SIGNATURES (Original signatures: do not print) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15: 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. ADDRESSES (Give vour home address. citv_ province and postal code) Please return signed petition to: Inky Mark, MP, Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette, House of Commons, Ottawa, ON KIA OA6 (postage is free on mail to Ottawa). Please return petition a.s.a.p. Make more copies as needed or telephone (613) 992-3176. For an official version of this Bill, please visit: http://www2.parl.gc.ca/HousePublications/Publication.aspx?DocId=2801436& Language= e&Mode= l&File= 14 BIll C-417 An Act to establish a Memorial Wall for Canada's fallen soldiers and peacekeepers SUMMARY This enactment requires the Minister of National Defence to establish a Memorial Wall that will comprise the names of Canada's f;lllen soldiers and peacekeepers and . have it located on a suitable area of public land. PREAMBLE WHEREAS Canada has yet to properly honour, in a suitable location that is accessible to the public at all times, all of our fallen soldiers and peacekeepers; WHEREAS over 115,000 of our fallen soldiers and peacekeepers have their graves in seventy-five countries and hundreds of cemeteries around the world; WHEREAS their remains cannot be repatriated to Canada; WHEREAS we must establish a suitable national shrine to honour our fallen soldiers and peacekeepers; AND WHEREAS proper recognition for our fallen soldiers and peacekeepers will show our love for them and our respect for their sacrifice; NOW, THEREFORE, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows SHORT TITLE This Act may be cited as the Canadian Soldiers' and Peacekeepers' Memorial Wall Act. DEFINITIONS "Memorial Wall" means the Memorial Wall to be established. "Minister" means the Minister of National Defence. "public land" means an area of land owned by the Crown that is accessible to the public. at all times. :--,.;,::' -~."" ~: -;:-- -_-:.--~ _. <...... ESTABLISHMENT OF MEMORIAL WALL (1) The Minister shall establish a Memorial Wall comprising the names of all of Canada's fallen soldiers and peacekeepers. (2) The Minister shall determine the design of the Memorial Wall and a suitable area. of public land for the memorial wall to be located. COLLECTION OF NAMES The Minister shall collect the names of all Canadian soldiers and peacekeepers who die or have died during international peacekeeping missions and wars, and record their names on the Memorial Wall. TIMELINE The Memorial Wall shall be completed not later than two years after this Act comes into fo rce. MEMORIAL WALL TO BE UPDATED ANNUALLY The list of names on the Memorial Wall shall be brought upto date no less than once a year. Inky Mark, Member of Parliament . Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette Memorial Wall of Names For Immediate Release N E W 5 R E L E A 5 E 27 March 2007 Mark introduces Private Member's Bill to create a national Memorial Wall of Names (Ottawa) This morning,. in the House of Commons, Dauphin-Swan River- Marquette, M.P. Inky Mark introduced a Private Member's Bill that would see the creation of a Memorial Wall for Canada's fallen soldiers and peacekeepers. Mark commented, "Since 1885 over 115, 000 people have shown unconditional sacrifice and died in the service of their country. Before 1970, by Canadian law, those who have fallen were buried in the countries where they died. These individuals have either been lost at sea, or are buried in seventy-three countries around the world." "The Memorial Wall would be the only national memorial to properly honour all of those who have given their lives in wars and peacekeeping duties. . It will allow Canadians and visitors the opportunity to understand the magnitude of the sacrifice that was made to ensure we maintain the rights and freedoms we enjoy today." Mark later held a press conference with representatives of the Memorial Wall of Names project and Dominion Command of the Royal Canadian Legion. "We must properly recognize our fallen soldiers and peacekeepers and the sacrifice that they have made. This legislation is another step to ensuring that . Canada will never forget their sacrifice," Mark concluded. -30- . For more information, please contact: Inky Mark, MP (613) 992-3176 www.inkvmark.com The Memorial Wan of Names Inc. Foundation fumports Mark's Bill To Build The Memorial Wan of Names Ottawa, March 27; 2007 The Need This Memorial Wall of Names will serve as a proper memorial for the next of kin, family and friends who are unable to travel abroad to visit the graves of the Fallen. They will be able to visit and experience the gratefulness of Canada. Before 1970 by Canadian Law our Fallen were buried in the countries where they died. These brave men and women volunteered uncOli.ditionally, showed their love for country and made the greatest sacrifice. . There are over 116,000 names of our Fallen, to date, which would be included on this Memorial. Since 1885, their bodies have been buried in many seas, in seventy-three countries around the world, in over one hundred CWGC (Commonwealth War Graves Commission) War Cemeteries, and 5,800' church graveyards. There are thousands With no identified graves; with the simple inscription "Known only to God". Mission: The mission of "Memorial Wall of Names Foundation"(84021 6675 RROOOl ) is to suitably recognize and honour Canada's Fallen. Through this gesture we aim to "bring onr fallen home" so that their Names will be recognized publicly at home for all time. VIsion: The vision is to create a memorial that Will fulfill our often repeated promise: "We Will Remember Them" we will recognize their Names "Lest we Forget". Hil!hlil!hts of the Memorial Wall of Names: The Memorial Wall of Names Will be the only national memorial to properly honour all of the names of the women, men, military and civilians who laid down their lives for Canada in all of our wars and peacekeeping duties. The Memorial Wall of Names will allow Canadian citizens, newcomers and VIsItors the opportunity to comprehend the magnitude of the sacrifice that is made to protect Canada's rights and freedoms. Action: Please lend your 5Upport to Inky Mark, M.P. for Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette in Manitoba for his Bill and this project. Make this mel110rial a legacy of our generation by spreading the word and encouraging individuals to support this legislation. For further information on the Memorial Wall of Names Foundation please contact Ed Forsyth or Robert Forsyth, or visit www.memorialwall.ca. Primarv COIltacts: Ed Forsyth or Robert Forsyth Phone: 416-751-6517 Email: memorialwall@gmail.com Web site: www.memorialwall.ca F.A.O -WHY THIS MEMORIAL? BENEFITS TO CANADA 1) Canada needs this memorial for all the benefits or-education, heritage, unity and history. 2) This memorial will visually demonstrate the numbers and the magnitude of losses as never before. Reminding us that freedom is not free. 3) This memorial will show the diversity of peoples who sacrifice for our values and freedoms. 4) Canada will be the first nation in the world to create such a comprehensive memorial. 5) Students can be involved in positive education in many areas of participation and tours. 6) Countries that, in part, owe their freedom to our military may be involved. Their new generations will be informed and respectful toward Canada. 7) The memorial will inspire youth to do their best to become good citizens. 8) This memorial will educate new Canadians of the sacrifices made by past generations. NEXT OF KIN 1) Next of kin of those who died before 1970 are not permitted to bring home their remains. In 2004, one of our Unknown was repatriated to Canada and buried in the New Tomb of Canada's Unknown Soldier. 2) All will be able to take photos or rubbings of cherished names from the Memorial Wall. RIGHTS AND JUSTICE 1) Our Fallen deserve this recognition and honouring in their country. 2) It is only siTIce 1970 that we repatriate our Fallen with full honours and with respect for the next of kin. 3) For each of us to honour our promise "We Will Remember Them_" Let us know their Names. RECOGNITION I) There is no complete collection and recognition of the names of our Fallen in a suitable public place. 2) There are one hundred War Cemeteries of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and hundreds of burials in church graveyards. Over one thousand are buried beneath the waves of many seas. 3) About 20,000 of those buried overseas have "known to God alone" on their grave markers. On the memorial they will receive proper recognition. 4) Bvery Name is not just a word - each represents a child, a brother, a sister, a parent, a son, a daughter-.all who's lives were ended by the violence of war. THE FALLEN 1) What better citizens has a country than those, who in perilous times volunteer to serve, anywhere they may be sent, accepting all challenges and dangers, so to defend our liberties and values. 2) These individuals are those that showed the greatest love for humanity. How young they were, many only youths, never with the chance to marry or be parents. 3) Love for country came early for many'ofthose that served, the ages will prove this. Youth are responsible, long before they are adults. . 4) The majority of Canadian citizens have not been able to visit the graves of their loved ones due to distance, cost and even impossible situations. This memorial may at last provide an acceptable substitute. It will show the same daia as on the existing grave markers, It will be the place where all can visit and show their respect and love. OUR FALLEN, IN FOREIGN LANDS, TOTAL 104,087 THERE ARE 16,586 BURIED IN CANADA THEY ARE BURIED IN OVER 5800 CEMETERIES MAY CANADIANS NEVER FORGET OUR FALLEN ". LEGION ,---_......._-----~ ! -~"'I1:"d'%<~"'.,'.~'''' . '.1-;:;'''''-1 ~ , if ""'H ~""" " ''::l::\ ,1 'ii off ,. ,_~ ,~J~oPbJ~Jtn~i; ~ f b~S,J fJAN 8.2007 , ~OUSE OF -CmI'JMONS I L2!3.:~~!:2~~~_::? ..I_:~ :~?..~:gX:.~~:~3~~B 19 December 2006 File: 35-1 Mr. Ed Forsyth 170 Sloane Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4A 2C3 Dear Comrade Forsyth: Thank you for your proposal outlining the "Memorial Wall of Names" project This wall is a significant Remembrance initiative and its creation will serve to bring recognition and honour to our fallen Comrades. As the Chairman of The Royal Canadian Legion Dominion Command Poppy and Remembrance Cornmittee, I am pleased to extend the Legion's support for this important endeavour. Once completed, this Memorial Wall of Names will be a commemorative site where Canadians can pause and reflect upon the accomplishments and selfless sacrifices of the 117,000 men and women whose homecoming was only dreamed of. It will also serve to strengthen the collective reminiscence of a grateful nation toward all veterans. As the Guardians of Remembrance, the Legion has pledged to perpetuate the memory and deeds of those who sacrificed their lives for us. This Memorial Wall of Names will succeed in doing exactly that - ensuring that our veterans are never forgotten. The Royal Canadian Legion commends you for your iniUativeand extends wishes for much continued success as you work to see the Memorial Waf! of Names project to fruition. Sincerely, ~4 Patri~a Varga Chair, Poppy and Remembrance Committee cc. Hon. inky Mark, MP NATIONAL COUNCIL OF VETERAN ASSOCIATIONS IN CANADA t<l. Canadian Parachute Battalion Association 435-436 & Burma Squadrons Association Alrerew Associatioll Air Force AssflCiation afCanada Armed Forces Pensioners' / Annuitallts' Association of Canada Bomber Command Association Canada Burma Star Association Canadian Airborne Forces Association Cawdia" Corps Association Canadian Fighter Pilots Association Canadian Merchall' Navy Yeteralls Association Inc. Canadian Naval Air Group CalUldian Naval Divers Association CoNIdia" Paraplegic Association Canadum Tribal Destroyer Association Diepp/! Veierans and Prisoners of War Association Ferry Command Association First Special Service Force Association Hong KUlig Veterans Association of Canada December 8th, 2006 Jewish War VeteronsofCllnada KLB (Kollcentration Lager Buchemvald) Club Mitis Nation of Ontario Veterans Council Metropolitan Toronto Polic~ War Veterans AssoCiation National Aboriginal Veterans Association NatioMI Prisoners of War Association (E. T.) of Canada NOlla Scotia Naval Officers Association NursillK Sisters' Association of Canada R.CA-F. P.O.JY. Association Royal Air Forces Escaping Society Royal Canadian Air Force Pre--War C1ub"ofCatulda Royal NaWlI Association - Southern Ontario Branch Royal Winnipeg Rifles Assodotion South Alberta Regiment Vetuans Association Submariners Association ofCaiuula (Central Branch) The Algonquin Regiment Veterans' Association The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada Association The Canadian Scottish Regimental Association . Mr. Inky Mark, PC MP Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette of Manitoba House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario KIA OA6 Dear Mr. Mark: Re: Memorial Wall of Names The Dodo' Bird Club of Ex.RCAF Flight Sergeants The Korea Veterans Association,ofCanad,a The Limber Gunners Associations The Military Vehicle Hobbyists Association The Naval Officers Association of Canada, Montreal Branch The Overseas Club - Canadian Red Cross Corps (Ollerseas Detachment) The Polish Comhatallts' Association ii, CalUlda The Queen's Own Rifles of Canada Assoclation The Royal Canad~an_Army Service Corps Association The"Royal CalUldian NavalAssociation The Royal Canadian Regiment Association The Sir Arthur Pearson Association of War Blinded The Toronto Scottish Regimental Association The WarAnlputationsofCanada War Veterans & Friends Qub White Ensign Club Montreal Wren Assodatl"o" of Toronto W~'-"-----------"'-'.._'.ll ~ ."~ '.;;<:: f'" ,~",~."" ~..,".,~...,., ....1~ -.-.. J . I ~{!sC~~V" ~;~{} ~) E~~t1;t). ~I. ~ . ..iI . , , , ~ DEe 20 HOiJ~:1E {"~'": ~C!)?:RONS L CJ''''7':;'. "":;;~-:r-::-li.dneS , ",<"~,_,'..'''~''-- We have received correspondence from Ed Forsyth with regard to the support of the National Council of Veterans Association (54 organizations) for the Memorial Wall of Names of our Fallen~ The subject of the Memorial Wall of Names was raised for discussion at our Annual Meeting and received unanimous approval. We hope that the NCV A endorsement of your Bill will be helpful. Kind regards. Yours sincerely, CO' ~ c.,.~....J o. .. .~ H.C. Chadderton, CC, O_Ont., OStJ, CLJ, CAE, DCL, LLD Chairman HCC/cr H. Clifford Chad{lerton, CC, O.Ont., ostJ, CLJ, CAE, DCL, LLD Chairman -.....~- """ E-mail: administration@waramps.ca ____J .>J-o'-'<'.-.,.. ~= Please address all correspondence to: . 2827 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1VOC4 Telephone: (613) 731.3821 Fax: (613) 731-3234 ~"-"":;""'.M.o;....~",~~~~;,~;-: BARRICI{ Office of the Chairman December 7, 2006 Mr. Inky Mark, M.P. House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario KIA OA6 Dear Mr. Mark: "BARRICK GOLD CORPORATION BCE Place, Canada Tru'st TOW~l. Suite 3700, 161 Bay Street P.O. Box 212 Toronto, Canada MSj 251 Tel: .. (416)307'7322 Dir;Fax: (416)21.4-3398 r;~~~':.~:';~:;.;~.;'~ ~,:",;':~~~-" - . "_~ ".' ":_ ">'~-l J {1tl~tiVttl" ~itClJ . I ~ I .. DEe 122"vC{ l.(O{~""~ ....(P'< A ,:b~'''L. Ul"I"OMMONS F;:"~~r-'.-::".,,'::' <'_',{>,:,"....... ~",.",..' - ,,"-!'~I'_~~,L,,!, <..;- ~_P.j":J ",,"0~H~;~un-!f.'!9 , ...............--=r~---_..~'""~~..:.......-~~_....~..:-.~.:::.J I have been asked to endorse your ongoing effort to create a new memorial to Canadians who lost their lives in service of our country_ Last month; I received a letter from Mr. Ed Forsyth, of Toronto, a veteran of. Canada's forces in the Second World War and director of the proposed Memorial Wall of Names project. He asked for my support for this initiative, and requested that I write to you to indicate so_ I am happy to do this, and encourage anyone who can assist in the project's development to do so with commitment and vigour. In 2009 - just three years from now - we will mark the seventieth anniversary of the start of the Second World War. 2009 will also mark the ninety.fifth anniversary of the start of the First World War. Canadian soldiers served with heroism and distinction in those wars, in both previous and sul;>sequent conflicts, in the peacekeeping missions for which our country. is justly respected, and still serve us abroad today. It is difficult to find words that do justice to the spirit of these men and women. I hope it is enough to say that what we can do to remember them, we must do. . I extend my enthusiastic support for this memorial project, and urge you to continue with your leadership in Parliament of the effort to make it a reality. Yours. I Peter Munk Copy: E.D Forsyth