Public Hearings for Employment Standard Act Changes
In July, there is an opportunity to participate in the upcoming Public Hearings on Bill 148, The Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act.
The Chamber heard from many of you that the proposed changes such as increased minimum wage, 48 hours notice for canceled shifts, and more will have significant impacts on your business. So the Chamber wanted to make certain you were aware of these hearings.
This is an opportunity for you to have your position on raising the minimum wage and proposed labour reforms heard by the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs and the Chamber encourages you to participate.
If you are selected (number of presenters is limited) by the Clerk and wish to present in person, their office will reach out to inquire about your availability to present at the following locations on the dates listed below (please note the presenter registration deadline):
Presenter Registration Deadline is Monday, July 10, 2017 at 10 a.m.
- Monday, July 17: London
- Tuesday, July 18: Kitchener-Waterloo
- Wednesday, July 19: Niagara
- Thursday, July 20: Hamilton
- Friday, July 21: Toronto
The registration deadline for the first week of presentations has passed.
Interested people who wish to be considered for an oral presentation on Bill 148 should provide their contact name, mailing address, phone number, and email address to Eric Rennie, Clerk of the Committee, at 416-325-3506.
If you would prefer to submit in writing, you can also participate by submitting your comments in writing to Eric Rennie at erennie@ola.org before 5:30 p.m. on July 21st. Learn more.
Available Space in Lakefield
Lakefield District Public School (formerly Lakefield District Secondary School) currently has one main floor room available for rent.
When Kawartha Pine Ridge schools have under-utilized space, the board can lease that space out to a group to use for their purposes (office space, program space etc.). This group must be willing to act in accordance with the Board Facility Partnership Principles, as well as enter into a lease agreement with KPR.
Attend the Facility Partnership Meeting on July 19th for more information. Meeting details above. Learn more.
Lakefield Legion 10th Annual Golf Tournament – July 8th
On Saturday, July 8th, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 77 (Lakefield) is hosting their 10th Annual Golf Tournament at the Katchiwano Golf & Country Club.
Registration is from 8 to 8:45 a.m. and shotgun start is at 9 a.m. It is $80 per person which includes green fees and a power cart, a steak BBQ at the Lakefield Legion, and prizes. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 705-652-7988.
Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival – July 8th
The Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival takes place on Saturday, July 9th. (Logo: John Boorman)
This Saturday, July 8th, relax by the scenic Otonabee River in Isabel Morris Park and enjoy the Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival.
Come out and listen to a variety of jazz music while visiting local food vendors, multiple artisans and crafters, and the licensed refreshment area featuring Publican House Brewery. The exhibits open at 10 a.m. with the musicians performing from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m.
The cost is $5 for a wristband and kids 12 and under get in free! Click here for the 2017 Musical Line Up.
“Buying the Moose” at Buckhorn Community Centre
Buckhorn Community Centre presents the Hall’s Bridge Players in “Buying the Moose” on Wednesday, July 19th and Thursday, July 20th and on Wednesday, July 26 and Thursday, July 27th.
Doors open at 6 p.m. and the play starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $22 each and include the live comedy, dessert, and coffee/tea. Tickets are on sale now; call 705-657-8833. Visit www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com for details.
Delay in Construction of Lakefield District Public School
The completion date of the new Lakefield District Public School has been moved to December 2017. (Graphic: Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board)
Due to a delay in construction, the completion date of the new Lakefield District Public School has been moved to December 2017.
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School board has developed and communicated a contingency plan to house all new Lakefield District Public School students at the current Ridpath PS school facility. Read more.
Upcoming Events
- Free Movies in the Park – July 6th
- Lakefield Farmers’ Market – July 6th
- Village Dental Centre 3rd Annual BBQ – July 6th
- Stony Lake Trails 1 Year Anniversary – July 8th
- 21st Annual Transportation Day Car & Motorcycle Show – July 9th
For more information about the businesses and events listed above, please visit the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism website at kawarthachamber.ca.
All photos supplied by Kawartha Chamber of Commerce except where noted.
