Managing Winter Risks and Effective Signage Workshops
Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador Presents:
Managing Winter Risks and Effective Signage Workshops
by: Doug Wyseman
Hosted in partnership with the Town of Paradise
October 17th, 2008
Click here for more information or contact the Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador office:
Tel: 709-729-3892 or E-mail: info@recreationnl.com or Fax: 709-729-3814
We look forward to seeing you there!
HIGH FIVE®...The best way to playPRINCIPLES OF HEALTHY CHILD DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
Where: Building 810, Pleasantville, East White Hills Road, St. John’s
When: October 21st and 22nd from 6:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. both days
Cost: $25.00 for all participants
Click here for more information.
RNL Calendar of EventsDeadline for Event Submissions: Friday, October 24, 2008
To submit an event(s), download the RNL Event Submission form and fax to 709-729-3814
Awareness Sessions on Mental Health and EpilepsyThe City of St. John's Department of Recreation, in conjunction with area specific representatives, are hosting Awareness Sessions on Mental Health and Epilepsy. [read more]
Raising Insurance Skills & Knowledge (RISK)
The Community Services Council Newfoundland and Labrador will be presenting a three-hour workshop on how to be a wise consumer of insurance products for your incorporated, voluntary, non-profit organization. Build the knowledge and capacity on your board with CSC experience. [read more]
Congratulations to the JRM Canadian Tire JumpStart drawing Contest winnersThe winner of this year's Canadian Tire JumpStart June Is Recreation Month Drawing Contest will receive a bicycle, compliments of Canadian Tire. The contest winners will also be featured in the Fall Recreation Quarterly Newsletter! [read more]
Funding Helps Communities Develop Recreational ProgramsThe Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, today announced that 228 communities across Newfoundland and Labrador will receive a total of $381,880 to support recreation, sport and active living programs in their communities. [read more]
Provincial Government Invests in Youth Sport and Recreation ProgramThe Provincial Government has announced an increase in funding for the Canadian Tire JumpStart program. As part of government’s commitment to alleviate and reduce the impact of poverty, an additional $100,000 is being invested in the community-based program to assist thousands of young people across the province. [read more]
A Big Thank YouMarty, the RNL Board of Directors and Staff would like to send a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who helped out and was involved with June is Recreation Month 2008
We received 947 Canadian Tire Jump Start drawing contest entries. The winners will be posted July 31st.
Newfoundland and Labrador to be Highlighted at Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter GamesNewfoundland and Labrador’s rich culture and talented artists will be highlighted on the international stage as a result of an agreement between the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC). [read more]
Four New Regional Recreation Directors To Increase Opportunities in Rural Communities
A total of 32 rural communities within Newfoundland and Labrador will soon receive greater support for recreation programs and services as the result of investment from the Provincial Government and the partner communities. {read more}
NL Summer Games Track and Field Events to be Held in StephenvilleThe track and field facilities in Stephenville will receive a $35,000 upgrade from the Provincial Government to enable the town to hold the track and field component of the Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games, to be hosted by the City of Corner Brook August 9 - 16. {read more}
Tidy Towns 2008 Registered Communities
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Smoke Free Outdoor Recreation and Sport AreasThe Newfoundland and Labrador Alliance for the Control of Tobacco (ACT), asks each municipality to follow the lead of MNL and consider adopting a policy declaring all municipal outdoor recreation and sport areas and events to be smoke-free. {read more}
Knowledge in Action Article
From Drugs to Sports: What Recreational Professionals Can Do to Prevent Substance Abuse Among Youth. {read more}
Savour Summer
This summer, Kraft is committing $200,000 to help upgrade communities across Canada. Just choose your province to see competitions available in your area. To find out more information, please check out www.savoursummer.ca
5th Annual Student Leadership Camp - CAHPERD
CAHPERD is pleased to announce its 5th Annual Student Leadership Camp to be held at Camp Walden in beautiful Bancroft, Ontario from September 24th - 28th, 2008. {read more}
Youth Exchange 2008
The Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability (ALA) will bring 50 young people from across Canada to Ottawa for the experience of a lifetime. {read more}
Donate $2 and receive a Red Tennis Ball. 100% of your donation goes towards helping kids participate in sports and recreational activities. Tennis Balls can be purchased at any Canadian Tire Store, Canadian Tire Gas Station or Mark's Work Wearhouse locations. For more information, visit CanadianTire.ca/jumpstart
With the support of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and RNL, Canadian Tire JumpStart assisted 8,000 kids and allocated $1,000,000.00 since 2005.
The 2008 Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games are taking place in beautiful Corner Brook August 9-16, 2008. Held every second year, alternating winter and summer, the Games is the largest multi-sport event staged for the youth of the province, bringing together young athletes from 11 to 18 years of age from all regions of the province to share in the spirit of athletic competition. [Read More]
10th World Leisure Congress and Canada's 2008 National Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade Show
The 10th World Leisure Congress will take place from October 6th to 10th, 2008 in the heart of Quebec City. Canada's National Conference and Trade Show, co-hosted by CPRA and our Quebec partner AQLM, will be integrated into this unique international event. More than 1,200 delegates from ten different organizations and forty different countries will be attending.
For more information about this event and to register visit: www.loisirquebec2008.com .
Sponsorship opportunities and trade show booth information can also be found on this website.
Making All Recreation Safe
The Making All Recreation Safe Awarness to Action initiative helps Canadian communities implement abuse and harrassment prevention strategies to make their recreation services safer. Read More...
RECREATION MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
In recent months, Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador conducted a survey to determine the feasibility of formalized professional development for its members. The survey results indicate that a vast majority of members are interested in pursuing educational opportunities that would enhance their skill levels in the operation and maintenance of recreation facilities. [read more]
Celebrate June is Recreation Month
Celebrating "June is Recreation Month" is an exciting way to increase awareness in communities and celebrate our success in significantly contributing to the quality of life of Newfoundland and Labrador citizens. Join us in celebrating the benefits and values of recreation in everyday life. Start planning now for your 2008 June is Recreation and Parks Month activities, and checkout our June is Recreation website
The St. John's Department of Recreation will be offering Awareness Workshops to interested students, recreation leaders, care givers, Early Childhood Educators and support/respite works who would like to become better informed in working with children and youth with disabilities. A certificate of participation will be issued upon completion {read more}
Canadian Playground Safety Institute (CPSI) - 2007-2008 Course Schedule
To view the Canadian Playground Safety Insitute (CPSI) 2007-2008 course schedule please click here.
The St. John's Department of Recreation will be offering Awareness Workshops to interested students, recreation leaders, care givers, Early Childhood Educators and support/respite works who would like to become better informed in working with children and youth with disabilities. A certificate of participation will be issued upon completion {read more}
Port aux Basques for Kraft Hockeyville 2008
Port aux Basques is one of the Top 5 finalists for Kraft Hockeyville 2008!! Voting to decide the Grand Prize winner will begin on Saturday, March 29th 11:59 pm EST (or 1:29 am Nefoundland time March 30th) and ends at 1:29am on Saturday, April 5th. To vote, call toll free: 1-888-843- 5604 or online: www.cbcsports.ca/hockeyville {read more}.
Certified Pool Operators Course POSTPONED
The CPO course originally scheduled for April 3rd-4th has been postponed till the Fall.
Sorry if this postponement causes any inconveniences. More details on this course coming late summer or early fall.
HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development workshop
April 12th, 2008 at the City of Mount Pearl - Track and Field Complex
*This workshop is being offered at a special rate of $25.00 for all participates*
Click here for a registration form
For more information about HIGH FIVE, please visit the HIGH FIVE website www.highfive.org
RNL Has Extended its Awards Nominations Deadline to April 11, 2008
Awards will be given out at the Annual Awards Banquet, during the Annual General Meeting & Conference in Grand Falls-Windsor on Saturday, May 24th, 2008 at the Mount Peyton Hotel. RNL will honor a variety of outstanding organizations and individuals within communities who have made a lasting contribution to the furtherance of recreation.
Again, we encourage all members of our organization to fill out a nomination form today. If you require additional information about the RNL Awards Program, please contact the RNL office directly at (709) 729-3892 or email info@recreationnl.com
Please honor those who have made a lasting impression on yourself or someone you know!
Canada Summer Jobs 2008 Initiative Information
The Canada Summer Jobs 2008 initiative supports work experiences for students, as well as organizations, including those that provide important community services for children, families, people with disabilities, seniors, and others. (read more)
January 15th - February 23rd
WinterActive is designed to help Canadians of all ages to improve their health and quality of life. WinterActive is a national community mobilization that helps all Canadians improve their health by encouraging and supporting their first steps towards regular physical activity, healthy eating, living a tobacco-free lifestyle and participating in winter activities and sports. If you're looking for some cool tips for winter or a chance to win some great prizes, visit the WinterActive website, www.winteractive.org.
For further information, please contact David Doyle, Department of Tourism, Culture, and Recreation,Tel: (709) 729-5281, Email: daviddoyle@gov.nl.ca
Government Newfoundland and Labrador News Release - Funding Provided for Recreation Infrastructure
More than 40 community organizations throughout Newfoundland and Labrador have received approval for grants of up to $10,000 to assist in the upgrade and maintenance of small-scale indoor and outdoor recreation infrastructure. (read more)
Canada Summer Jobs 2008
Beginning January 15, Service Canada will be hosting stakeholder information sessions on Canada Summer Jobs 2008. This is your opportunity to learn more about the initiative and the application process. Please click here to view the Schedule for the Stakeholder Information Sessions
Motivate Canada is excited to inform you about a great opportunity for future and/or existing youth leaders in your community. ACTIVATE 2008 is Motivate Canada's 4th Annual - National Youth Leadership Conference and all youth between the age of 16-22 are encouraged to apply! DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO FRIDAY FEB. 29, 2008 {read more}
Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador (RNL), in partnership with the Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, is implementing an assistance program to enable communities in under serviced areas of the province to hire full-time Regional Recreation Directors. [read more ]
ParticapACTION President and CEO visits Province
ParticipACTION has a new President and C.E.O, Ms. Kelly Murumets. Ms. Murumets visited our province on October 30 and 31, 2007 and met with a number of local and provincial recreation / sport groups and physical activity stakeholders. The meeting was hosted by the Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. [ read more ]
Winners of the 2007 Tidy Towns program were revealed at Municipalities Newfoundland & Labrador's 57th Annual Convention and Trade Show on November 15th in St. John's. [Read More]
Clarenville Youth Recreation Hockey "Just for the fun of it"
Clarenville Youth Recreation Hockey - from upstart community recreation initiative to a burgeoning sporting activity for youth [Read More]
Government Newfoundland and Labrador News Release - Funding Provided for Recreation Infrastructure
More than 40 community organizations throughout Newfoundland and Labrador have received approval for grants of up to $10,000 to assist in the upgrade and maintenance of small-scale indoor and outdoor recreation infrastructure. (read more)
Knowledge in Action, Community Development and Recreation
Recreation Newfoundland and Labrador (RNL) is pleased to launch "Knowledge in Action," a new column in the Recreation Quarterly. The purpose of this column is to provide RNL members with information on recent research and discussion in the field of recreation and leisure. [Read More]
