BARRIE HOUSING

Summer 2019 Newsletter

In this issue:

• Timbercrest Community Garden

•Cinco de Mayo •PIE Education Backpacks •Edgehill BBQ

•Health and Safety

•Other Information Volunteers from the Barrie Carpenters Club building beds for our garden Community Garden

May 22 was a big day at Timbercrest with tenant volunteers, Urban Pantry, CMHA, Barrie Carpenters Club and Barrie Housing all coming together to build the beautiful tenant community garden that now blooms at 339 Essa Rd. Vegetables, herbs and flowers are growing in individual beds for our hard working gardeners to enjoy!

Many thanks to all involved for bringing this fantastic opportunity to life!

. Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Coulter Glen celebrated Cinco de Mayo on May 3rd.

A Taco Bar, Churros and pinata fun left everyone with a full belly and a smile.

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and those who helped run the event!

Special thanks to Quesada for their generosity.

Craig Russell of PIE and Barrie- Springwater-Oro Medonte MP Alex Nuttall are back with PIE Ed- ucation backpacks this year!

Backpacks and supplies will be available for elementary and high school students in mid-August on a first come, first served basis.

We are once again very excited and grateful to be a part of such an amazing program in our com- munity.

Please look for flyers at your building sites or check our web- site in the coming weeks with more information on when and how to get your backpack.

Community Room Rentals

Community Room Rentals may be available to all tenants in good standing based on availability and policy. Renting the Community Rooms are free to tenants, however all room rentals require a $75 dollar damage deposit in the form of Money Order or Cash. This deposit will be returned to the renter provided the room and it’s contents are returned in the condition in which they were received. To reserve a community room please contact: Karey Comer, Community Development Manager at 705-727-0414 ex 222 or [email protected] Summer Kick-Off BBQ at Edgehill

The tenants of Edgehill helped Barrie Housing kick off summer with a BBQ on June 27th. Cotton candy, cake and games provided by Kidz Club made for a great afternoon.

Thanks to SO’Lovely Creations for the won- derful face painting provided and to everyone who joined us to make the day such a good one.

Grandma’s Potato Salad Recipe

What’s a BBQ without potato salad?

Ingredients:

 8 Russet Potatoes  3 Celery Stalks, diced  Diced Dill Pickles, to taste  Diced Red Onion  8 Hard-Boiled Eggs, peeled  1 Cup Mayonnaise  1/4 Cup Dijon Mustard  Salt and Pepper

Rinse and scrub excess dirt off of your potatoes. Stab each potato with a fork to puncture it. Bring a pot of water to a boil then place potatoes in the pot.

Make sure your potatoes are covered with water and reduce the heat. Allow it to sim- mer until the potatoes are tender.

In another pot, start to boil your eggs. Set a timer for two minutes per egg. When the eggs are done remove them from the water and allow them to chill in an ice water bath, then peel and set aside.

Remove the potatoes from water and allow them to cool off. Once your potatoes are cooled off, remove the skin then dice them.

Next chop up your celery, onion, and the eggs. (Reserve a couple of eggs for garnishing your salad).

In a large bowl, mix everything together.

Put in a serving dish and top with paprika and sliced boiled eggs.

ENJOY! Health and Safety

ER visits often peak in the summer months.

Protect yourself and your loved ones by avoiding these 5 most common summer acci- dents and illnesses.

See an animal unattended in a vehicle Report it!

ACT FAST. SAVE A LIFE.

If you spot an unattended pet in a vehicle that appears to be suffering from heat exhaustion, do not hesitate to call your local Police or another first responder agency.

Parked cars can quickly reach deadly temperatures Report animal welfare concerns 24/7 by even on relatively mild days, calling 1-833-9ANIMAL (1-833-926-4625) with the windows open.

Dogs have a limited ability to sweat. Their normal body temperature usually sits at 39 degrees. At 41 degrees a dog can only withstand this for a short period of time before brain damage and death can occur!

If you suspect heat stroke in a dog (Excessive panting, drooling, unconscious- ness) immediate vet care is important! In the interim wet the dogs fur with luke warm to cool water. Not cold water! Bring the dog out of the sun and offer drinking water. #NoHotPets

For more information or inquiries contact your local SPCA Barrie.

Ontario SPCA Barrie Animal Centre

91 Patterson RoadBarrie, ON L4A 2W3

(705) 728-7311

[email protected] FOOD SAFETY

It is important to protect yourself and loved ones from getting sick by practicing safe food handling processes.

Follow these tips to make sure the food you are preparing and serving is safe.

Safe Food Handling courses and certifications are available through the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. Visit their website for more information

www.simcoemuskokahealth.org

DENTAL CLINICS

Free dental service is available for both children and adults through the Healthy Smiles Dental Clinics at the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit in Barrie.

Dental care for adults is available through Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program and NIHB. Healthy Smiles is free for teens and children under 17 who qualify.

For more information or to book an appointment

call (705) 721-7520 x 8804

Monday to Friday between 8:30am & 4:30pm

Installation assistance can be requested by Steps for easy installation calling the Mainte- nance line at 705-727- 1. Gather all the tools you may need (drill, 1101 ex 333. drill bits, level, AC unit, weather stripping, Please note there is a wood screws, sheet metal screws etc.) $25 payment for such service required before installation begins. 2. Mount the unit. Follow directions and at- tach mounting brackets for support using You will be required to have all the necessary appropriate screws. Place AC unit onto safety materials the supports. (brackets etc) on hand at time of installation as they will not be 3. Secure the unit. Close the window pane provided in this ser- snug to the unit. Extend the accordion vice. panels and secure them in place with screws. Fill any gaps with foam weather stripping to maximize unit efficiency. Walk-In Services (On Duty) - Is available by phone at 705-726-5033 or in person at 90 Mulcaster Ave. These services are available Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. If you or someone you know is in need of support or access to community resources help is available.

Crisis Services - Offers 24 hour telephone support for individuals or friends and family who need support and aren’t sure where to turn. Staff members are trained in suicide prevention and help make plans and strategies for mental health and addiction support. Local number: 705-728-5044 Toll Free: 1-888-893-8333

Other Information Barrie Food Bank

42 Anne St S, Unit 2 Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30 to 3:30 Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 to 11:30am

The Barrie Food Bank’s mission is: to pro- vide temporary food relief to individuals and families of our community who are in need, and to serve as a resource to guide them along the road to self sufficiency.

Looking for Tech What you need to bring When you visit the food bank for food as- Help? Want to learn sistance in the afternoon you will be asked a new language? for information about your income, your address and your expenditures. It is im- Catch a free movie or portant to bring the following with you: find fun PA Day activ- ities for you and your • Identification for all family members • Proof of income and benefit family? Check out (Employment, EI, Child Tax Credit, the many programs Social Assistance) • Proof of expenditures (rent, mortgage available through the and utilities) Barrie Public Library. • Proof of current address • Plastic or canvas grocery bags Full program details can be found at This information is asked for each time you visit for food assistance in the after- www.barrielibrary.ca noon.

Assessment interview When accessing the food bank you will participate in an assessment interview. This assessment helps us to understand Food Assistance your needs and ensures that the food is The food bank will attempt to pro- fairly distributed among those who need vide you with 2 to 3 weeks of food it. It also allows us to find out what issues based on food availability and the have brought you to the food bank and number of people in your family. gives us the opportunity to see if there are You will leave the food bank with any resources we can provide to improve can fruit and vegetables, soup, your situation. can pasta, peanut butter, pasta, pasta sauce, cereal, crackers, Morning Drop In Monday to Friday 8:30am can fish or meat, baby food and to 11:30am diapers, eggs, cheese, marga- At the morning Drop In you are able to rine, milk, breads and various pick up breads, baked goods, plus other other products. We will try to pro- items. You are able to use the morning vide you with a balanced nutri- drop in program as often as you wish. tional order. Please be mindful No documentation is required, however that all of our products are sub- we do ask that you bring your own gro- ject to availability based on dona- cery bags. tions. You will be able to access the food assistance program up to 10 times in a calendar year. We ask that you try to bring your own canvas or recyclable bags. Upcoming Stat Holidays

Civic Holiday– Aug 5, 2019 EarlyON at Barrie Labour Day – Sept 2, 2019 Housing Community

Barrie Housing Contact Info: Rooms.

Main Office 705-727-1101 The EarlyON Centres, formerly OEYC’s, offer Tenant Services 705-727-0414 families/care providers with children prenatal Maintenance 705-727-0414 ext. 333 through 6 years, a range of core services which can assist them in their parenting or caregiving For any emergency role as well as provide a safe environment where children can experience a variety of maintenance issues learning activities and practice new found after hours, please call skills. The activities provided for the children the After Hours Emer- include creative experiences, science and math gency Maintenance experiences, circle time, snack time, activities Service line at 705-739- that promote literacy and experiences that pro- 4369 mote social and emotional development. The environment is well equipped with age appro-

priate materials and furnishings that contribute Online at to the overall learning experience. www.barriehousing.com

Mon: 90 Little Ave 9am-Noon and 1pm-4pm 49 Coulter St 9am-Noon and 1pm-4pm

Tues: 339 Essa Rd 9am-Noon and 1pm-4pm

Wed: 380 Duckworth St 9am-Noon and 1pm-4pm 225 Kozlov St 9am-Noon and 1pm-4pm

Kidz Club presents Summer Club

We have had an amazing time at Summer Club this summer at Northfields, Cundles Terrace, Mill Creek, Coulter Glen, Penetang Court, And Summitview!

We are about half way thru our summer pro- gramming and we have seen 72 kids so far attend between the various sites!

With Kidz Club being off site during the school year, we love coming back onsite (where we started nine years ago!) and creating experi- ences to make summer memorable for all the kids who attend!

Summer Club is FREE for kids We have enjoyed Christmas in July, rock paint- ages 3-12. ing, and worms and dirt desserts so far with lots more to come before our programs wrap up For more info contact: Maddie at: mid August! [email protected] -Maddie Newman

Thanks & Community Happenings

Thanks to Andee at Living Green Barrie for our new fruit trees!

Several fruit trees have been donated through Fruit Share and Living Green to our Deerhurst, Tim- bercrest and Edge- hill locations.

In the next few years apples, pears and cherries will grow in our very own little “orchards”. Many Thanks to our local SPCA

Our local SPCA came out to our Mill Creek location on July 24 to provide free pet supplies like food, treats, leashes and collars to tenants.

Free pet wellness services were also offered to inter- ested pet owners. Services included free spay/ neuter, vaccines, microchipping and pet licensing.

Barrie Housing is very pleased and grateful to have been a part of such an amazing outreach program.

Many thanks to the SPCA and PetSmart Charities for all the good work they do for our communities and for including Mill Creek in this amazing opportunity.

This year long volunteer program for students ages 14-24 is led by the MacLaren Education Of- ficer. Council members participate in social events at the gallery and within the community.

Applications and more info are available at www.maclarenart.com

W-EDGE (ages 14 to 18) September 18 to December 11, 2019 Wednesdays: 3:00 – 5:00 pm, 13 workshops Rotary Education Centre Admission free; just drop-in. Materials provided

Wednesdays are for art with an edge! Guided by a regional artist, this drop-in art program is designed to offer like-minded youth a place to meet and be creative. Spend art-filled afternoons exploring con- temporary art and ideas in a variety of engaging materials and techniques. Free Parenting Workshops

SEPT 19: Picky eaters 490 Huronia Road, Barrie OCT 17 : Gambling and Social Media NOV 14 : Healthy sexuality Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Please call to register

705-734-9690 ext 231

Lawn Chair Luminata 01 Jun – 31 Aug, 2019 Meridian Place, Barrienata.com/schedule A free summer series offering a diverse range of entertainment in Downtown Barrie every Wednes- day evening, weather permitting. The Barrie Thunder Classics showcase their classic and custom cars and trucks, and the Barrie Film Festival presents free outdoor screenings on select evenings. Don't forget to bring your lawn chair.

Outdoor Films: July 3 (rain date Jul 4) - The Kid Who Would Be King July 10 (rain date July 11) - Mary Poppins Returns July 17 (rain date July 18) - Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind July 24 (rain date July 25) - Home Alone July 31 (rain date August 1) - Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope August 7 (rain date August 8) - Finding Nemo August 14 (rain date August 15) - Bumblebee August 21 (rain date August 22) - How to Train to Train Your Dragon 3 - The Hidden World August 28 (rain date August 29) - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse September 4 (rain date September 5) - World Tour Paddling Film Festival

49th Annual Kempenfest 02 – 05 Aug, 2019 Along Barrie's Waterfront A Barrie August long week- end tradition not to be missed! This years Kempenfest fea- tures over 350 arts and craft exhibitors, 40 antique dealers, two beer gardens with enter- tainment day and night, an enhanced Family Centre, food vendors, midway and more.

Event Time: Art Vendors 10am - 6pm (various times for concerts, please visit website) Admission: Free

**Art Vendors Open Saturday, Sunday & Monday**

Pride Festival 2019 11 Aug, 2019 Meridian Place, 87 Dunlop Street East,

Join in a celebration of community with the closing of the eighth annual Fierté Simcoe Pride (FSP) festivities. Organized by the community-led Barrie Sub- Committee, and supported by FSP. We welcome all members of the community to come celebrate Pride. This event is free to attend. Hosted at Meridian Place in Barrie's beautiful downtown, this event will feature local vendors, artists, and activities for the whole family! Vendor applications and volunteer applications can be found at simcoepride.com/festival.