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Wow!! there's so much great stuff going on!! Thank you!!
OCT 2007: GRANDMA’S HUNGER STRIKE CONTINUES…
Donna Dillman began her hunger strike outside of the gates of the uranium
protest site near Sharbot Lake, on October 8th at 12pm.
OCT 18TH: TAY WATERSHED DISCOVERY EVENING
Includes CCAMU and First Nation speakers.
OCT 19TH: ABORIGINAL FILM AND DISCUSSION NIGHT
Ardoch Algonquin First Nation is offering a film series that will take place twice
monthly that will discuss Aboriginal issues, history, culture and spirituality.
OCT 21TH: FIRST NATIONS COUNCIL MEETING
All are invited to attend.
OCT 27TH: CCAMU AT THE CARLTON PLACE HALLOWEEN PARADE
We are looking for ghosts and goblins that would like to participate by carrying
signs and banners as well as handing out information flyers to the crowd.
NOV 10TH: CLIMB TO STOP THE MINE!
The Boiler Room Climbing Gym in Kingston, will be hosting a fundraiser
for CCAMU and the First Nations.
GRANDMA’S HUNGER STRIKE CONTINUES…
Donna Dillman began her hunger strike outside of the gates of the uranium protest site near Sharbot Lake, on October 8th at 12pm. She is calling for a moratorium on uranium mining in Eastern Ontario and is asking people to show their support by contacting local politicians, media outlets, internet blogs and any organization you feel may be of help. We also encourage people to come out and show their support. Make a day of it or just drop by to say hello. Bring warm herbal tea, firewood and for the really adventurous, camping supplies so you can stay awhile.
BRING GRANDMA HOME
Let’s bring Grandma Donna home safely! Have any ideas how you can help?
Send us a note at uraniumnews@mail.ccamu.ca
Be sure to check out Donna’s blog on our website.
RAGING GRANNIES TO VISIT GRANDMA
The Raging Grannies will be coming to the protest site to visit Donna on Monday, October 15, 2007 at about 11am. They will be in full get-up and have songs written for the event. Any Local Grannies want to attend?
TAY WATERSHED DISCOVERY EVENING
INCLUDES CCAMU AND FIRST NATION SPEAKERS
Tay Watershed Discovery Evening - Open House and Exhibition
Thursday, October 18, 2007, 6:30pm
Royal Canadian Legion Hall, Perth
On Thursday, October 18th, the Friends of the Tay Watershed will host their annual public open house, with Paula Sherman as the featured speaker (Co-chief of the Ardoch Algonquin First Nation). The evening will also include a large exhibition of about 30 organizations, including CCAMU, Bedford Mining Alert (BMA) and Citizens Mining Advisory Group (CMAG).
The exhibition will focus on a range of currently important subjects – including mining and uranium; status of rural and Perth water supplies; new programs to protect water supplies; upgrading wells and septic systems; Lake Management Planning Programs; climate change; watershed information systems; and much more.
The Friends’ Annual Environmental Awards will be presented – one of which will be in the mining sector – and the evening will be topped off with a five-item celebrity auction.
This evening is open to the public – there is no admission charge – and there will be something of interest for everyone.
Please come, get informed, enjoy the contacts and refreshments, and support the numerous initiatives that will be featured.
For more information on this event and Friends, visit our website at www.tayriver.org
Paula Sherman has been a leader for the First Nations in challenging the exploration of uranium mining in the Frontenac-Mississippi area, based on several complex and related issues - including the environmental dangers to water and land resources of Uranium mining, native land rights, updating of the archaic Mining Act and the expansion of nuclear energy in Ontario.
Ms. Sherman, resident in the Ardoch area, is a mother of four and grandmother of three – and teaches in the Native Studies Department of Trent University.
Exhibits open from 6:30 to 7:45 pm; Keynote presentation at 7:45 pm
Footnote: We are pleased to announce that the Honourable James Bartleman, former Lieutenant Governor for Ontario, has accepted the position of Honourary Patron of our association. Mr. and Mrs. Bartleman are new residents on the Little Tay in Perth.
Friends of the Tay Watershed Association (613) 264 0094
P.O. Box 2065, 57 Foster Street E., Perth, ON, K7H 3M9
E-mail: info@tayriver.org
ABORIGINAL FILM AND DISCUSSION NIGHT
Ardoch Algonquin First Nation is offering a film and discussion series that will take place twice monthly. The series will feature films that discuss Aboriginal issues, history, culture, and spirituality. The first film in the series will begin Friday, October 19th at 7pm at the McDonalds Corners-Elphin Recreation & Arts (MERA) centre, which is located in the historic schoolhouse.
The event is free although donations are appreciated. Refreshments will be served.
The address is: 974, 9th Concession Dalhousie, McDonald's Corners, Ontario K0G 1M0
Directions:
McDonalds Corners is about 15 km west of Lanark Village on County Road 12, and 25 km northwest of the town of Perth. It is one hour's drive (100km) west of Ottawa.
When approaching from the east (Lanark/Perth/Ottawa), take the first left after entering McDonalds Corners, which is marked as Dalhousie Con 9 A. This road only goes this way and is not a crossroads.
The Schoolhouse is the white building on the left. If you pass the fire station and general stores, you've missed the turn. Approaching from the west, (Sharbot Lake / Ompah / Toronto), you will pass the general store in downtown McDonalds Corners and make the next right turn past the fire station. The Schoolhouse is immediately on your left.
FIRST NATION’S COUNCIL MEETING:
ALL INVITED TO ATTEND
The First Nation’s will be having a council meeting on
Sunday, October 21, 2007, at 12:30pm, at Oso Hall in Sharbot Lake
(1107 Garrett Street, From Hwy #7, turn left at Hwy #38 in Sharbot Lake and go for 3 km, turn right at Robert St go for 1km and then turn left at Garrett St.)
The meeting will begin with a discussion by their lawyer Chris Reid with details on the mediation process they are about to enter into with Ontario and Canada. Community members are encouraged to attend so that we are all informed about the process and the agenda that has been agreed to by all parties. Please bring a dish or beverage to share.
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CCAMU AT THE CARLTON PLACE HALLOWEEN PARADE
CCAMU has been accepted into Carlton Place Halloween Parade taking place on October 27th. We are looking for ghosts and goblins that would like to participate by carrying signs and banners as well as handing out information flyers to the crowd. We will be advertising a fundraising concert that is taking place in Carlton Place on October 28th as well as a Uranium Information Session happening in early November. The Where, When and Who of info event will be confirmed soon.
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CLIMB TO STOP THE MINE!
Saturday, November 10th, from 5pm - 9pm
The Boiler Room Climbing Gym
will be hosting a fundraising / friendraising
event for the
Shabot Obaadjiwan and Ardoch Algonquin First Nations
and the
Community Coalition Against Mining Uranium
CCAMU and the First Nations have been raising awareness and providing education about several complex and related issues - including the environmental dangers to water and land resources of uranium mining, native land rights, updating of the archaic Mining Act and the expansion of nuclear energy in Ontario.
Come out and view the exhibits, talk to the experts, and learn about these important issues while you experience the thrill of climbing! Wear comfortable clothes and your clean running shoes and leave the rest to us. We'll provide experienced people to manage your safety ropes.
Cost:
Donation of your choosing at the door and an item of non-perishable food.
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Cost for Climbing:
$3 per climb or $10 for 4 climbs
$10 to climb the chimney
All proceeds go to CCAMU and the Ardoch Algonquin
and Shabot Obaadjiwan First Nations to support their
efforts in protecting our environment.
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All climbers under the age of 18 must have their own parent’s signature on our consent form. You can download it from our website at www.boilerroom.ca
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