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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2015 AT 7:00 PM

Our Mission The City of Selkirk provides infrastructure and services that sustain a safe and caring community and a vibrant regional hub for commerce, culture and recreation. We are the responsible stewards of community resources, and the catalyst for partnerships that enhance opportunity and quality of life for all citizens.

1. PRESENT:

2. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:

3. DELEGATIONS:

4. COUNCIL DAILY INDEMNITIES AND EXPENSES:

4.1 Council Indemnities November 24 to December 15, 2014

5. REPORTS & ENQUIRIES:

5.1 Selkirk Machine Works (1982) Ltd – Development Agreement

5.2 Pawed Pals Animal Rescue (PPAR) request for Council appointment to their Citizens Committee

6. COMMUNICATIONS:

6.1 Invitation to 32nd Annual Red River Basin Land & Water International Summit Conference

7. NEW BUSINESS:

8. IN CAMERA:

9. ADJOURNMENT:

10. INFORMATION

10.1 KidSport Canada - Manitoba

10.2 Premier's Volunteer Service Award 2015

10.3 January 2015 Interlake E-News

10.4 Letter from L. Mikolash, Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation & Response from D. Nicol, CAO

THE CITY OF SELKIRK Administrative Report

To: Committee of the Whole

From: Faisal Anwar, Director of Sustainable Economic Development

Re: Selkirk Machine Works (1982) Ltd – Development Agreement

Date: January 5, 2015

File Number: AR 002/15

Issue:

To enter into a Development Agreement between the City of Selkirk and Selkirk Machine Works (1982) Ltd.

Strategic Impact:

1D Encouraging, Responsible Land Use, aligned with the Community’s Vision: Signing this agreement completes the condition of approval for the sale of the property.

Options/Alternatives:

1. The City enters into the Development Agreement as presented. 2. The City enters into the Development Agreement with changes. 3. The City does not enter into the Development Agreement.

Administrative Recommendation:

RECOMMENDED THAT Council of the City of Selkirk approve the Development Agreement between the City of Selkirk and Selkirk Machine Works (1982) Ltd.;

AND FURTHER THAT the Signing Authorities of the City of Selkirk be authorized to sign the Development Agreement.

Analysis:

The City was approached by Selkirk Machine Works, to purchase a property at 201 Queen Avenue, roll no. 92529, so that they could expand the storage capacity of their existing business. They own the property adjacent to it. This property could not be sold for any development purposes on its own, as the size is small and irregular.

This is a “standard” Development Agreement. Approving this Development Agreement is a condition of the Sale of the property, even though there will not be any “development” on the property. The Development Agreement does address if the property were to be developed, it would adhere to Schedule “D” – Sites and Services.

According to Schedule “D”, the developer, at its sole expense, shall be responsible to execute, carry out and implement the Site Services, Improvements and Conditions as per the City of Selkirk standards and specifications for site services and improvements. These conditions include but not limited to; drainage plan, landscaping, water and sewer connections, maintenance of the property, approach permit, and restoration of the City properties, i.e. sidewalks, roadways and boulevards damaged due to the construction of the developed area.

History:

Council passed the Resolution # 228/14, approving the Land Sale, and that the City of Selkirk enters into an Agreement to sell the property to Selkirk Machine Works (1982) Ltd. for the price of $1,500.

The Sale was approved, subject to number of conditions, and one of those conditions was entering into a Development Agreement.

There was some delay in getting a signed development agreement from the developer. This delay was partly due to fees that would be involved to complete the Sale, i.e. consolidation, legal fees, etc. The developer was unsure if they wanted to pay for fees that would ultimately be twice as much as the sale price of the property. Recently, the developer chose to move forward with the purchase of the property.

Administration received the signed agreements on December 12, 2014.

Background/Supporting Documents:

1. Development Agreement between the City of Selkirk and Selkirk Machine Works (1982) Ltd. 2. Site Map 3. Financial Impact Statement

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT

To enter into a Development Agreement between the City of Selkirk and Selkirk Machine Works Issue: (1982) Ltd. Type:  New Capital Expenditure  Operating Change  Replacement Capital Expenditure  No Operating Change Budget:  1. Approved in Financial Plan Budgeted Amount  2. Not Approved in Financial Plan  i) Funded from which Reserve ii) Current Reserve Balance  iii) From Borrowing Rate: Term: yrs  iv) Funds covered by New External Revenue  v) Expenditure over budget  vi) Funds found within budget Explanation: (Where & How for 2. v,vi) All expenses related to this land sale transaction are responsibility of Selkirk Machine Works (1982) Ltd.

External Revenue:  Current Year Revenue $1,500  One Time  Projected Net Yearly Revenue $16 (A) External Revenue description: Current Year Revenue will be generated through the sale of the property at $1,500. Projected Net Yearly Revenue is the additional Municipal Tax Revenue of $16 per year.

Operating Expense:  Current Year Expense  One Time  Projected Net Yearly Expense (B) Operating Expense description:

Net New Operating Impact -$16 (B-A)

Capital Expenditure:  Capital Cost  Trade In (If Yes, Less Trade In Value with PST) Net New Capital Expenditure $0

 Warranty yrs  Amortization Period yrs  Replacement Year  Inflation Rate 3.00%  Expected Replacement Cost $0 Net New Annual Reserve Contributions

Additional Remarks:

Faisal Anwar Kevin Richter Completed By Reviewed By (Finance Dept.)

19-Dec-2014 30-Dec-2014 Date Completed Date Reviewed THE CITY OF SELKIRK Administrative Report

To: Committee of the Whole

From: E. Henrichsen, Director of Corporate Services

Re: Pawed Pals Animal Rescue (PPAR) request for Council appointment to their Citizens Committee

Date: January 5, 2015

File Number: AR 003/15

Issue:

Council member appointment to a Citizens Committee for the purpose of providing animal control services in the City of Selkirk and surrounding area.

Strategic Impact:

4C Continued improvements in efficiency and convenience: Partnering with PPAR may provide an enhanced level of animal control services within the City of Selkirk and surrounding area.

Options/Alternatives:

1. Council appoint a representative to the Citizens Committee 2. Council decline the request for a member of Council to the Citizens Committee 3. Council decline the request for a member of Council to the Citizens Committee and direct Pawed Pals Animal Rescue to meet with Administration to explore potential options for improvement to the provision of existing animal services 4. Receive the delegation presentation as information.

Recommendation:

RECOMMENDED THAT Council of the City of Selkirk decline the request for a Council representative to sit as a representative on the Community Committee; and

FURTHER THAT Pawed Pals Animal Rescue be directed to meet with Administration to explore potential options for enhanced animal service in the City of Selkirk.

Analysis:

The By-law Enforcement Officers administer the City of Selkirk Animal Control By-law. Currently when the City captures domesticated animals (cats and dogs) they are first held in our retention compound and we attempt to contact the owners (if there are any identifiers on the animal) or wait for an owner to contact us when they notice the animal missing (when they don’t have identifiers).

If an animal cannot be reconnected with the owner, or if the owner is unwilling to take responsibility for the animal, we work with the Humane Society and Winnipeg Pet Rescue to take the animal for the purposes of adoption after 4 days of being held in our facility. Only animals that have severe health problems or are feral are euthanized. We have developed strong relationships with these two organizations and generally have no problem finding homes for the abandoned animals from the City of Selkirk.

Our current service is delivered by our by-law enforcement officers who have received training to appropriately capture and care for stray animals. Our current facility has been outfitted with kennels and other animal-care equipment provided by Winnipeg Pet Rescue. Our animal control program is efficient, effective and compassionate.

The presentation to Council from Pawed Pals Animal Rescue spoke to a community-municipality partnership, a regional service centre; and integrated animal control/humane shelter services.

In articles in the local media, the Pawed Pals Pet Rescue proposes the municipalities in the Tri-S region get together to deal with the problem of homeless animals in the area. Ms. Blackburde is quoted to say “Our goal right now is to get some conversation going because there is no conversation”.

The provision of animal control services is an Administrative function. If the intention of the delegation is to enhance the current service provided by the City, the Pawed Pals Animal Rescue should be directed to meet with Administration to explore potential options for improvement.

The FIS reflects no financial impact as meeting with PPAR to discuss their ideas would be within the existing staff resources.

Option 1 is not recommended as exploring service delivery options is an Administrative function.

Option 2 is not recommended but may be considered as a major change to our animal control service is not on our tactical plan. Significant investment of human resources into this project may require the delay or cancelling of previously prioritized projects.

Option 3 is recommended by Administration. It provides an opportunity to have a frank, open and non-political discussion and to explore a range of potential improvements, service delivery and financial implications.

Option 4 is not recommended as Administration feels that given the specific request Council should provide a definitive decision to PPAR.

History:

On December 15th, Linda Blackburde, President, and Lisa Gower, Secretary - Pawed Pals Animal Rescue, appeared as a delegation before Council requesting at least one member of Council to be appointed to a proposed Citizen’s Committee to be struck with the purpose of creating humane, coordinated, cost-effective, and self-sustaining animal control/humane shelter services for the City of Selkirk and surrounding area.

Background/Supporting Documents:

1. Proposal to Council by Pawed Pals Animal Rescue 2. Selkirk Record newspaper article December 25, 2014 3. Selkirk Record newspaper article January 1, 2015 4. Financial Impact Statement

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT

Council member appointment to a Citizens Committee for the purpose of providing animal control services in the City of Selkirk and surrounding area. Issue: Type:  New Capital Expenditure  Operating Change  Replacement Capital Expenditure  No Operating Change

Budget:  1. Approved in Financial Plan Budgeted Amount  2. Not Approved in Financial Plan  i) Funded from which Reserve ii) Current Reserve Balance  iii) From Borrowing Rate: Term: yrs  iv) Funds covered by New External Revenue  v) Expenditure over budget  vi) Funds found within budget Explanation: (Where & How for 2. v,vi) Recommendation is for the Pawed Pals Animal Rescue to meet with Admininstration to explore potential options. Would be done within existing resources, no additional costs would be incurred

External Revenue:  Current Year Revenue  One Time  Projected Net Yearly Revenue (A) External Revenue description:

Operating Expense:  Current Year Expense  One Time  Projected Net Yearly Expense (B) Operating Expense description:

Net New Operating Impact (B-A)

Capital Expenditure:  Capital Cost  Trade In (If Yes, Less Trade In Value with PST) Net New Capital Expenditure $0

 Warranty yrs  Amortization Period yrs  Replacement Year  Inflation Rate 3.00%  Expected Replacement Cost $0 Net New Annual Reserve Contributions

Additional Remarks:

Edie Henrichsen Kevin Richter Completed By Reviewed By (Finance Dept.)

31-Dec-2014 31-Dec-2014 Date Completed Date Reviewed

CITY OF SELKIRK MAYOR AND OR COUNCIL INVITATION

TO: Committee of the Whole

FROM: E. Henrichsen, Director of Corporate Services

RE: 32nd Annual Red River Basin Land & Water International Summit Conference

DATE TO COMMITTEE: January 5, 2015

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION TO AUTHORIZE ATTENDANCE AT:

Invitation to 32nd Annual Red River Basin Land & Water International Summit Conference, January 20-22, 2015 at the Fort Garry Hotel in Winnipeg, Manitoba at a cost of $225.00 per person before January 12, 2015 and $250.00 thereafter.

HISTORY:

The 31st Annual RRB Land & Water Summit conference had a resolution of Council #592/13; that Mayor L. Johannson and Councillor K. Beerman attend the Conference.

ALTERNATIVES:

1. Mayor L. Johannson or designate attend.

2. Councillor ______attend.

3. All members of Council attend.

4. RECEIVED as information.

COUNCIL DECISION: Alternative No. ______

Meeting the Basin’s Needs: One Goal At A Time 32nd Annual Red River Basin Land & Water International Summit Conference January 20-22, 2015 The Fort Garry Hotel, Winnipeg, MB

We’re All In This Together Sponsored by: Red River Basin Commission

Tuesday, January 20 Wednesday, January 21

1:00 Welcome & Introductions 7:30 Breakfast Joe Belford, RRBC Chair Conference At A Glance 8:30 Lightning Talk Success Stories: Jeff Lewis, RRBC Executive Director The Lightning Talk session allows Basin partner Greetings From Winnipeg, Manitoba organizations and residents to highlight specific success stories in a 5 minute presentation. The 1:30 Keynote Speaker: Bruce Mitchell topics all relate to the goal areas in the RRBC Addressing Implementation Challenges Relat- Natural Resources Framework Plan (NRFP). ed to Integrated Water Resources Manage- ment 9:30 Break and Exhibits Bruce Mitchell, PhD, is Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental 10:30 Scratching the Surface Management at the University of Waterloo in ▪ Manitoba’s Surface Water Management . Strategy: Rhonda McDougal, Manitoba Conser- 2:30 Break and Exhibits vation & Water Stewardship 3:00 Lake Friendly Accord: Minister Gord ▪ Basin Technical & Scientific Advisory Mackintosh, Manitoba Conservation & Water Committee’s Surface Drainage Study: Stewardship Charles Fritz, International Water Institute ▪ Canada-US Collaboration Success Story: Restoring and Protecting Water Quality in An Agricultural/Urban Stormwater Model That Minnesota: Commissioner John Linc Stine, Does it All: Cecilio Olivier, EOR Inc. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 12:00 Lunch North Dakota’s Nutrient Reduction Strategy: Dave Glatt, Environmental Health Section Chief - North Dakota Department of Health (invited)

5:00 Social and Exhibits Lake Friendly Accord The Lake Friendly Accord was signed by Federal, 7:00 Lake Friendly Accord Forum (Tentative) Provincial and Local Government in Winnipeg, Manito- ba March 21, 2014. The Accord is a pledge, with signatories supporting a common goal to reduce nutrient loading to waterbodies by working collabora- tively, developing specific commitments and reporting Natural Resources Framework Plan Goals: annually on plans, progress and actions. The RRBC 1. Watershed 8. Drainage has signed the Accord and is working with partner or- 2. Integration 9. Water Quality ganizations within the Red River Basin to facilitate nutri- 3. Data & Technology 10. Water Supply ent reduction activities; including working with Basin 4. Education/Information 11. Soil Cons. organizations to also sign the Accord identifying their 5. Flood Forecasting 12. Fish/Wildlife activities that are occurring to advance nutrient load 6. Flood Damage Reduction 13. Outdoor Recreation reductions to our waterbodies.

**Program Subject to Change Wednesday, January 21 Wednesday, January 21

1:00 Break Out Sessions 3:00 “Get Your AIS Off the Boat”: Clean, Drain, Dry Session 1: ▪ Nutrient Capture Through Utilization of This session will focus on the efforts being Flood Storage Sites and Biomass Harvesting: done to educate, control, and minimize the Brad Hansen, University of Minnesota effects and potential entrance of Aquatic ▪ Modelling Ecologically Relevant Nutrient Invasive Species into the Red River Water- Objectives for Lake Winnipeg: Justin Shead, shed. Presentation topics will include Asian Manitoba Conservation & Water Stewardship Carp and Zebra Mussels. ▪ Advancements in the Removal of Dissolved Phosphorus from Stormwater and Drain Run- Session Presenters and Panelists: off: Brian LeMon & Keith Pilgrim, PhD, Barr ▪ Fred Ryckman, North Dakota Game & Fish Engineering ▪ Barry Stratton, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Session 2: ▪ Mike McCartney, University of Minnesota ▪ Innovative Methods to Prioritize, Target & ▪ Moryia Rufer, RMB Environmental Measure Conservation Practice Effective- Laboratories, Inc. ness: Zach Herrmann, Houston Engineering ▪ Candace Parks, Manitoba Conservation and ▪ Water Quality Decision Support System: Water Stewardship Charles Fritz, International Water Institute ▪ Jeff Long, Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship Session 3: ▪ Laureen Janusz, Manitoba Conservation and ▪ MODEL DEMONSTRATION - Canada-US Water Stewardship Collaboration Success Story: An Agricultur- al/Urban Stormwater Model That Does it All: 5:30 Social and Exhibits Mike Talbot, EOR Inc. ▪ Water on the Land: Sustainable Stormwater 6:30 Banquet/Awards Management Guide and Video: Julie Turene- Jamshed Merchant, Canada’s Consul Maynard, Rivers West Red River Corridor Inc. General in Minneapolis (invited) Chris Gunning, Consul & Principal Office for Session 4: Comprehensive Watershed Man- the U.S. Consulate in Winnipeg (invited) agement Plan for the Red River Basin: Public Input Session, USACE ▪ Updates on 6 Working Group Areas

Session 5: International Red River Board: Public Input Session, IJC/IRRB

2:30 Break and Exhibits

Celebrating Successes in the Red River Basin: Contributions to the Red River Natural Resources Framework Plan

The Success Stories Initiative stemmed from the RRBC’s successful efforts in gathering Resolutions of Support from over 200 entities in the Red River Basin. The Natural Resources Framework Plan (NRFP) has garnered significant support over the past several years and the next step continues to be understanding and celebrating the many projects and programs that have been completed, are underway, or are planned, that contribute to the thirteen NRFP Goals.

If you would like to have your project and/or program recognized at the 2015 conference, please email your submission to Leah Thvedt at [email protected]. Additional information will need to be submitted by December 7, 2014 for the Success Stories booklet. For additional information, please visit our website at: www.redriverbasincommission.org Thursday, January 22 2015 Conference Sponsors/Supporters

8:00 Breakfast Platinum Sponsor Annual Organization Update At-Large Board Elections Barr Engineering

9:00 Stakeholder Speakout Houston Engineering Inc. An opportunity for citizens and groups to up- Moore Engineering, Inc. date the plenary about projects, programs, issues and concerns in the Red River Basin. US Flood Control

9:30 Break and Exhibits Gold Sponsor

10:00 Long Term Flood Solutions (LTFS): Syn-Tex Local Benefits, Basin-wide Vision HDR Engineering, Inc. LTFS Update: Jeff Lewis, Red River Basin Silver Sponsor Commission Distributed Detention Strategy: Jerry AE2S/FM Diversion Authority Bents, Houston Engineering; Chad Engels, Moore Engineering City of Winnipeg-Waste & Water Roseau River Watershed - How Water- sheds are Meeting the 20% Goal: Nate Emmons & Olivier Resources Inc. Dalager, HDR Engineering, Tracy WSP Canada Inc. Halstensgard, Roseau River Watershed District Administrator Interstate Engineering Fargo-Moorhead Diversion Update: Aaron Snyder, USACE Pembina Valley Water Coop RESPEC 12:00 Lunch - Conference Concludes Rivers West Contributor

Association of Manitoba Municipalities State Bank of Hawley

Please contact Leah at the RRBC for sponsorship, exhibit and advertising opportunities.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER Bruce Mitchell “ADDRESSING IMPLEMENTATION CHALLENGES RELATED TO INTEGRATED WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT”

Bruce Mitchell, PhD, is Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management, and was Associate Vice-President Academic then Associate Provost, Academic and Student Affairs, at the University of Waterloo in Ontario. His research interests focus on policy and governance related to natural resource and environmental management, with particu- lar attention on facilitating effective implementation of integrated water resources management. In addition to Cana- da, he has conducted research in , Britain, China, India, Indonesia and Nigeria. Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) was conceived to encourage attention to interrelationships between water and other natural resources, as well as to the links between water quantity and quality, surface and ground water, and upstream and downstream areas. IWRM also aims to ensure stakeholders can be engaged in related planning and management, and that collaboration and cooperation occur. The result should be more effec- tive, efficient and equitable outcomes, especially through avoiding siloed approaches by key organizations.

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JANUARY 2015 INTERLAKE E-NEWS

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Canada Summer Jobs - After The School Bell Rings Workshops - Winter 2015 December 1, 2014 - After the School Bell Rings: A Manitoba After School Recreation Project January 30, 2015 presents a series of training opportunities that are designed to enhance the quality of the service delivery in Manitoba's after school programs. Winnipeg Foundation These workshops are open to managers, supervisors and front line staff Community Grants: grants of after school programs or related programming. under $100,000 - January 30 Cost: $10.50 for each workshop Location: Sport for Life Centre - 145 Pacific Ave. (Winnipeg) Building Communities through Fundamental Movement Skills Arts and Heritage: Local January 15, 6:00 - 9:00 pm Festivals & Community The fundamental movement skills of throwing, catching, jumping, striking, Anniversaries - January 31 running, kicking, agility, and balance and coordination form the basis for future sport skill development and for the life-long enjoyment of physical Heritage Grants Program - activity. Learn how to observe and improve the fundamental movement January 31 skills in the NCCP module designed for anyone working with youth in any kind of programming. Carolyn Sifton Foundation: Click to Register Letter of Intent - January 31 Behaviour Management Workshop January 26, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Manitoba Coalition for Safer In this workshop they will review the research supporting strengths-based Waters “Community Water Safety behaviour management and will share a simple behaviour management Grants” - January 31/15 strategy that will improve overall behaviours, strengthen the agency and teach children and youth to make positive behaviour choices in Canadian Tire Jumpstart - community. January 15 - June 1 for Click to Register spring/summer programs Games and Activities for Small Spaces Workshop

February 5, 6:00 - 8:30 pm Arts Development Project This interactive workshop will provide you with activities and approaches Support Program - February 1 that will get the children in your program moving even when you have

minimal equipment or space. Please come dressed to be active! School and Community Arts Click to Register Program: Arts Education Access Program - February 1 Welcoming Newcomers Workshop February 11, 6:00 - 9:00 pm Young Canada Works - This workshop will provide front line leaders and program supervisors with a February 2/15 basic understanding of what newcomers experience in a new community, some steps that can be taken to make them feel comfortable in your TD of the facilities and programs, how to reach out to the newcomers in your Environment - February 15 community and will identify additional resources that can help you make the transition easier for newcomer families. This interactive workshop will give you an opportunity to consider how welcoming your own programs and facilities are. Click to Register

Toyota Evergreen Learning Association of Manitoba Museums Workshops Grounds School Ground Museums & the Community Greening Grants - January 29 & 30 February 27/15 Headingley Community Centre, Headingley Collections Management Interlake Community February 20 Foundation Inc. - February 28 Quarry Park Heritage and Arts Centre, Stonewall Collections Care & Preventive Conservation Selkirk & District Community March 6 & 7 Foundation Community Fund Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum, Brandon and Course descriptions are available on their website or by contacting the 2003 Western Canada AMM office at 204-947-1782, 1-866-747-9323 (outside of Winnipeg) or Summer Games Legacy Fund [email protected] - February 28 Manitoba Federation of Non-profit Organization Inc. Sunova Credit Union Sport Skills Development Workshop: Preparing for a Changing Workforce Team Funding - February 28 January 28 & 29, Winnipeg February 24 & 25, Selkirk Registration fee: $150 ONGOING What it Means to Work in a Non-Profit

February 18 KidSport - 15th of each month Cost: $50/workshop. Workshops are available to all paid employees of Manitoba Community Services non-profit organizations. For more information, please call or email Rania Council - Check out the New Ibrahim 204-272-6088 or [email protected] or check the MFNPO website. Grant Application package Canfit Pro for Group Fitness Instructors Physical Activity Leadership January 16 - 18, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (PAL) Gimli Rec Centre Nationally recognized certification. The cost starts at $419 - includes Thomas Sill Foundation module texts, DVDs, and exams. For more information call Inga Robak at 204-642-6670 Federation of Canadian Municipalities “Green Canadian Association for Advancement of Women and Sport Municipal Fund” Webinars

Assessing Gender Equity in your Programs and Services Canada Cultural Spaces Fund January 21, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm CST

This webinar will provide an overview of CAAWS’ new Gender Equity Manitoba Hydro Power Smart Assessment Tool, review best practices and strategies relating to Program - Power Smart for programs, policies, leadership and facilities, and help organization set Business goals to ensure women and girls are actively engaged throughout their

organization. To register, click here. Tree Canada Foundation Leading the Way: Working with LGBT Athletes and Coaches Greening Canada’s School February 4, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm CST Grounds This session will profile a new CAAWS resource developed for coaches and sport administrators to learn best practices and tips to make sport Sport Manitoba Community more welcoming to LGBT athletes and coaches. The webinar will end Development Grants with time for participant questions and discussion. To register, click here.

2015 Recreation Connections Annual Provincial Conference Recreation: Everywhere for Everyone February 25 - 27, 2014 Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre, Winnipeg The RCM Conference Planning Committee is excited about the lineup of keynote speakers, workshop sessions and social activities. They are

working hard finalizing the program brochure and conference website and hope to open registration for the 2015 Provincial Conference in the days ahead. Check the RCM website for more details.

2015 Provincial Physical Literacy Conference Interlake Recreation Physical Literacy: The Gateway to Active Participation March 13, 2015 Practitioners Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre, Winnipeg

Arborg Bifrost Recreation Plan now to attend this engaging all-day event that will leave you with a Commission solid understanding of physical literacy and the knowledge to move from Tom Chwaliboga promotion to provision for all sectors. Recreation Director [email protected] This conference is rooted in Canadian Sport for Life, a national 204-376-5576 movement to improve the quality of sport and physical activity. It will present a vision for your role, and that of your organization, in providing Fisher River Cree Nation all Manitobans the opportunity to benefit from life-long physical activity. Angie Cote Registration opens in 2015 at www.manitobainmotion.ca. Recreation Coordinator [email protected] Volunteer Manitoba 204-645-5526 E 2 Visit Volunteer Manitoba for a list of workshops

Lakeshore Recreation Healthy Living - The Power of Prevention Conference Commission SAVE THE DATE - May 27 & 28, 2015 Dave Little The Power of Prevention conference is a two-day get away where Recreation & Wellness Facilitator participants receive information, tools and resources for change to [email protected] strengthen and build healthier communities. This year they are looking at 204-739-2101 getting “Back to Basics”. Taking time to refocus attention on fundamental elements of well being in the area of mental health, physical Peguis Recreation and Leisure activity and nutrition, will encourage participants to evaluate how and Adrienne Manningway what they can do to make positive change in their community and the Recreation Director necessary steps toward creating healthier habits. [email protected] 204-645-4914 NEWS RM of Gimli Inga Robak FCM Infrastructure Report Card Survey Recreation Programmer The Federation of Canadian Municipalities Infrastructure Report Card [email protected] process has begun and as planned a survey was launched to 204-642-6670 municipalities across Canada on October 27. Sport and recreation features prominently in this survey along with other infrastructure areas. Riverton Bifrost Recreation The quality of the Report Card data is dependent on the response rate Commission from municipalities. Please note that the survey submission deadline has Tyanna Mytz been extended to January 16, 2015. Recreation Director [email protected] Please click here to open a letter from the Canadian Parks and 204-378-5644 Recreation Association encouraging all municipalities to complete this important survey and for all recreation practitioners to support its Rosser Woodlands Recreation completion. Commission Vacant Power Smart Manitoba Games Recreation & Special The 2016 Power Smart Manitoba Summer Games will be held in Events Coordinator Steinbach, in August 2016. In the new year Sport Manitoba will be [email protected] announcing the age categories for the 11 sports selected to participate in 204-461-4040 this set of games: Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Cycling, Golf,

Sailing, Soccer, Softball Swimming, Triathlon and Volleyball. RM of St. Andrews

Teresa Howell Softball Manitoba is pleased to extend an invitation to interested Recreation Director candidates for the Head Coach Position of the U16 Female Regional [email protected] Team Programs that will participate in the 2016 Power Smart Manitoba 204-738-2264 Summer Games. For more information please go to the Softball Manitoba

website, http://www.softball.mb.ca. Application Deadline is January 31.

St. Laurent & District Recreation To download the application form click Head Coach Application Commission Jane Chartrand 32nd Annual Volunteer Awards Call for Nominations Recreation Director Volunteer Manitoba and Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries are pleased to [email protected] announce that nominations are now open for the 32nd Annual Volunteer 204-861-2552 Awards Dinner. The awards dinner honours the contributions that individuals and groups have made to enrich the lives of Manitobans. City of Selkirk Brady Clark The 32nd Annual Volunteer Awards Dinner will be held on April 14, 2015, Program Coordinator at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg. Nominees will be selected programcoordinator@cityofselkirk. based on a demonstration of excellence in volunteerism and community com engagement. To nominate an individual or group for an award, please 204-785-4952 visit www.volunteermanitoba.ca/awards for eligibility requirements and to download the nomination forms. Stonewall & District Youth Drop-in Centre Deadline for nominations is February 6, 2015. Vacant Nominations can be submitted for the following awards: [email protected] Lieutenant Governor's Volunteer Service Award 204-467-4774 Premier's Volunteer Service Award Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Family IMPACT Award Teulon Rockwood Recreation Shaw Media - Women in Leadership Award Commission Investors Group Arts & Culture Award for Volunteer Excellence Chris Hornby Safeway Food For All Award Recreation Director RBC Royal Bank Local Hero Award 204-861-0366 Manitoba Real Estate Association (MREA) Quality of Life Award [email protected] For more information, please contact Volunteer Manitoba at 204-477-5180 or email [email protected] RM of West St. Paul Damara Geddes Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Historical Preservation and Recreation Director Promotion [email protected] If there is a person in your community with a long record of service in the 204-336-0294 preservation and promotion of local history and heritage, nominate them

for a Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Historical Preservation and Town of Winnipeg Beach Promotion. Awards are presented annually in a ceremony at Government Allan Sulyma House around Manitoba Day in May. Recreation Manager

[email protected] For more details or a nomination form go to Manitoba Historical Society 204-389-5126 Nomination deadline: February 27

Sport Manitoba Shannon Schade Sport Moves Us: The State of Community Sport in Canada, Eastman and Interlake Region 2014 Manager This research summary, released by True Sport and ParticipACTION, [email protected] examines how Canadians feel about community sport: what's working, 204-642-2531(Interlake) what's not and how can it be improved. 204-268-2172 (Eastman) The Sport Moves Us report indicates that Canadians strongly value Interlake Eastern RHA Wellness community-level sport, citing numerous benefits it has to offer, including: Team . Instilling character in youth by teaching values and positive life 1-877-979-WELL (9355) lessons (83%). [email protected] . Providing opportunities to pursue excellence (80%). . Strengthening our communities (77%) by helping to reduce crime, supporting newcomers, bringing people together and bolstering the economy.

Data in this report is drawn from several reports: Canadian Attitudes Toward Sport, Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport; True Sport Report: What Sport Can Do, True Sport; and, 2009-2011 Canadian Health Measures Survey, Statistics Canada. Sport Moves Us

Heart and Stroke Foundation National AED Program - Apply Now for a Free AED Children and Youth Does your community need a life-saving AED? Hockey rinks and recreational facilities across Canada will become safer Opportunities places thanks to a joint program of the federal government and the Heart Recreation & Regional and Stroke Foundation that will place 2,000 life-saving automated Services external defibrillators (AEDs) across Canada. Applications are now open. Interlake Region Learn how to apply. Phone: 642-6006 Fax: 642-6080 Winter Fitness: Preventing Frostnip, Frostbite and Hypothermia Dave Cain The following article from SIRC provides tips on how to protect your body Regional Manager from the elements that come along with the harsh winter weather. [email protected] Whether you're going cross-country skiing or playing a quick game of hockey at your local community centre, take these tips into consideration

to keep you warm and safe during your favourite activities this winter. Ian Goodall-George Regional Consultant Manitoba Community Places Program: Facility Consultations [email protected] Is your organization considering facility upgrades or renovations? The Community Places Program (CPP) offers facility consultations at no cost to Bev Arden non-profit organizations. Facilities consultants can assist in the planning Administrative Assistant and development of facility projects by providing design advice and [email protected] information on other requirements.

For more information or to schedule an appointment please contact your Recreation and Regional Services office at 204-642-6006 or

Toll free 1-866-259-5748.

MEETINGS Please contact

Bev Arden at Interlake Regional Recreation Practitioners’ Meeting [email protected] January 13 Sunova Centre, West St. Paul  If you would like to submit 10:00 am information for the next RSVP to Bev at [email protected] or 204-642-6006 Interlake Regional Update Interlake Municipal Recreation Association (IMRA) Meeting  If you know someone who January 22 would like to be added to Rockwood Motor Inn Lounge, Stonewall our distribution list Supper - 6:00 pm, Meeting - 6:30 pm RSVP to Bev at [email protected] or 204-642-6006  If you want to be taken off our list PROGRAMS & EVENTS

2015 INTERLAKE WINTER FESTIVALS Grand Marais Family Festival: February 6 - 8 Gimli Ice Festival: March 6 - 8 Festival Manipogo: March 8 Lundar Winter Carnival: March 13 - 15

OAK HAMMOCK MARSH Canvasback Decoy Carving Workshop January 11, 18, & 25 For information or to register call 204-467-3300 or visit their website

SELKIRK Lord Selkirk School Division Continuing Education Click Here to view flyer for Winter Programs

ST. ANDREWS St. Andrews Community Club Programs and Events Advance registration is required on-line for all programs mentioned below.

An email address is required to set up your account. For more details on the programs and to register go to www.standrewsrec.com (programs tab).

STACC Fitness Pass Cards Valid for 6 months (January - June and July - December) These new fitness pass cards offer participants the opportunity to purchase a card that will give them access to any of the STACC run fitness programs. 10 class card for $90 or 20 class card for $170. Order on-line! Vinyasa Flow Yoga 10 Sundays: Jan 18 - Mar 29, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 10 classes for $90 or $12 drop-in fee (to be paid to the instructor). Register on-line! STACC Play Group (ages 5 and under) 10 Tuesdays: Jan 6 - Mar 17, 10:00 am - 11:00 am These sessions will have open gym time for kids ages 5 and under to come and play and make new friends. This playgroup is complimentary and is open to all families in the LSSD. Energize Me! Morning Fitness Break Aerobics 12 Monday mornings: Jan 5 - Mar 30, 8:15 - 9:15 am 12 Thursday mornings: Jan 8 - Apr 2, 8:15 - 9:15 am cardio class that offers low-impact moves, strength training, stretches and relaxation! 12 classes for $84, or 24 classes for $160 or $10 drop-in fee (to be paid to the instructor). Zumba 10 Tuesdays: Jan 13 - Mar 24, 6:00 - 7:00 pm The Zumba program is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements, creating a dynamic, exciting, exhilarating, and effective fitness system. 10 classes for $80 or $10 drop-in fee (to be paid to the instructor). Butts and Guts Boot Camps Evenings: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 - 9:30 pm These camps offer a full body work-out: Encompassing Strength, Endurance, Cardio, and Conditioning and are available to men and women. Register with Peter Grivicic (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) at [email protected] or by 204-218-1236. Payment is cash or cheque. Visit www.mywinnipegbootcamp.com for more information. $8 drop-in fee or monthly fee (to be paid to the instructor). If interested in Butts and Guts Early Mornings Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 am or Butts & Guts Kid-Friendly Fitness contact the instructor.

Drop In Sports/Games Night for Kids

10 Mondays: Jan 12 - Mar 23

6:00 - 7:00pm: 6 - 9 year olds

7:15 - 8:15 pm: 10 years and up

Drop in Session for kids to come and play various Sports and Games during the year. Drop in Fee $5/night

Drop In Arts & Crafts for Kids 10 Thursdays: Jan 15 - Mar 26 6:00 - 7:15 pm: 6 - 12 year olds Paint, draw, design, create and more! Join them every Thursday evening for an arts & crafts filled drop-in session. Drop in Fee $5/night

In-Service Day Camps Jan 30 • Mar 20 • Apr 17, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Activities will include sports & games, group activities, play-ground, outdoor time, arts & crafts, etc. Cost: $25/day. If interested please email [email protected]

Register on-line at www.standrewsrec.com. St. Andrews Bingo - Wednesday Nights Early-bird Specials at 6:45 pm & Regular Games start at 7:15 pm

Winter Markets

Check the St. Andrews Community Club Event Calendar on their website for specific dates and times!

TEULON Adult Art With Graham Clarke

Wednesdays, 1:30 -3:30pm

Session 2: January - March

Session 3: April - June

$130.00 per session

New student supply cost $30.

For more info or to register call 204-886-3192 or email [email protected]

WEST ST. PAUL Sunova Open Gym Free Unstructured Gym Time! All Ages Welcome! Volleyball, badminton, basketball equipment available as well as an assortment of equipment such as scooters, bounce balls, etc. Guardians/Caregivers must stay & supervise children during times listed below. Individuals taking part must clean up after they are done using the equipment. Monday Open Gym Mondays, 3 - 5:30 pm January 19 - June 22, Will Not Run: February 16; April 6; May 18 Open Gym Extended Hours January 5: 3 - 7:45 pm January 12: 3 - 7:45 pm Sunova Centre Outdoor Rink Click here to view the hours of operation

WOODLANDS Meadow Lea - Lake Francis CFRY Radio Amateur Talent January 17, 8 pm Contestants please contact Kurt at 204-375-6658 General Admission - $5/person (includes lunch) Proceeds to Meadow Lea Community Centre and Lake Francis Community Centre

TOPIC OF THE MONTH

Pathways to Wellbeing – A Framework for Recreation in

Canada

Since 2011 provincial and territorial governments (except Quebec) and the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (including Recreation Connections Manitoba) have been working together to develop a National Framework for Recreation in Canada.

When the Framework is finalized in 2015 it will provide a new vision for recreation in Canada and suggest common ways of thinking about recreation and identify clear goals and values for delivery of public recreation services. The Framework invites leaders, practitioners, stakeholder and volunteers in a variety of sectors to work together on common priorities, while respecting the uniqueness of people and communities across Canada. Next Issue: Goals identified in the Framework include: February 2015  Active Living: to foster active living through physical recreation;

 Inclusion and Access: to increase inclusion and access to  Before printing this, recreation for populations that face constraints to participation; please consider the  Connecting People and Nature: to help people connect to nature environment. through recreation;

 Supportive Environments: to ensure the provision of supportive

physical and social environments that encourage participation in

recreation and help to build strong, caring communities;

 Recreation Capacity: to ensure the continued growth and sustainability of the recreation field.

In November 2014, recreation leaders from across the country met in to endorse the Framework and begin a path towards implementation. Join the Manitobans who attended the November event at the session that will be held on the National Framework at the Recreation Connections conference in February 2015 or contact your local Recreation and Regional Services office to learn more about the Framework and how it will be relevant to you, your community and or your organization.

Information about the Framework can be found at http://lin.ca/national- recreation-framework.