Please follow the link below for information about a public hearing on proposed changes to the Bay du Nord Wilderness Reserve to accommodate construction of a NL Hydro transmission line through the Reserve. The hearing is hosted by the Wilderness and Ecological Reserves Advisory Council and will be held at the Vancor Motel, Friday, April 8, between 6 – 8 pm.
http://www.releases.gov.nl.ca/releases/2016/env/0331n02.aspx
Recognizing contributions of outstanding individuals and organizations engaged in environmental learning across the country!
EECOM’s Canadian Awards of Excellence in Environmental Education and Communication recognize individuals and organizations who have collectively influenced hundreds of thousands of Canadian citizens, and helped implement one of EECOM’s key goals – to advance environmental learning, ensuring Canadians are environmentally literate, engaging in environmental stewardship and contributing to a healthy, sustainable future.
http://us6.campaign-archive2.com/?u=1f12a3de2766b89b864c8fdfc&id=0c82e474b0&e=412976413b
A grant of up to $5000 for projects that show a positive impact to the environment (in areas where NL Power operates). Projects applications are due for this grant by April 15th with successful proposals being announced April 22nd.
This spring 2016 program will take place every Monday from 10:45am-12pm starting April 11 and run until June 13th, 2016.
Children ages 1-6 and their parents are invited to join us at The Fluvarium for our Froglets program. We will walk and explore near Long Pond and Nagle’s Brook Hill, share stories, songs and watch for critters who call this their home.
Pre-registration is required. Limit of 10 families per session
The program will cost $11 per session and includes 1 adult and 1 child; each additional person will be an extra $3 fee. Also offered is a season rate of $55; this rate will still include 1 adult and 1 child and the $3 fee for each additional person per day.
This is an excellent opportunity for parents and tots to have fun while learning about rivers, ponds and forests. We emphasize respect for nature and all its “critters” while encouraging gentle hands on discovery.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information contact:
754-3474 – kids@fluvarium.ca
SAM (the Stewardship Association of Municipalities) is currently accepting applications for a scholarship of $1000, to be awarded to a post-secondary student in Newfoundland and Labrador whose interests, volunteer activities and career goals align with our values of conservation and stewardship. Deadline May 1st.
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet
Join us to celebrate Mother’s Day and support education work at The Fluvarium.
Sunday, May 8th with seating’s at 10am, 12pm and 2pm
After your meal, families are invited to visit the Exhibits or join our educators for Stories, Crafts and Feeding Time!
Cost for the event is $25.50 for adults and $14.50 for children ages 10 & under.
Limited seats available, buy your tickets now by visiting The Fluvarium or calling 754-3474.
Tuesday, March 22nd is World Water Day. To mark this day we will be offering a special evening session of our Coastal Matters speakers series.
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Dr. Kelly Vodden, Associate Professor (Research), Environmental Policy Institute, Grenfell Campus, Memorial University will be speaking on the topic Drinking Water Systems in Newfoundland and Labrador: A Work in Progress. A description of Dr. Vodden’s talk can be found below.
This talk will take place 7:30pm, Tuesday, March 31st at the Corner Brook Museum and Archives. As with all Coastal Matters presentations this session is free of charge and open to the public. RSVP’s not required. Tea and coffee will be available. Please help us promote this session by forwarding this email to your contacts and/or displaying the attached poster at your workplace.
We are pleased to be partnering with the Corner Brook Museum and Archives to host this special session. The City of Corner Brook, Ducks Unlimited, and other organizations with be hosting various other World Water Day related activities throughout the day. ACAP Humber Arm wishes to thank the NL Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture for ongoing support of the Coastal Matter’s Speakers Series
Presentation Description
This presentation will discuss the evolution of drinking water systems in Newfoundland and Labrador, including changes in water infrastructure and operations, policy and governance, and public perceptions and demands, particularly in Corner Brook and western Newfoundland. The presenter will also discuss a recent study highlighting current challenges and potential future directions for ensuring drinking water security and access to clean, safe drinking water in the province.
The application period for the fifth round of the Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program is now open. Applications will be accepted for projects commencing in 2016-17 and that are one to three years in duration. The application period will close on April 22, 2016.
http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/pnw-ppe/rfcpp-ppcpr/application-soumission-eng.html
Please click on the links below to download the Application Guidelines and Application Form. The Application Form must be completed as per the Application Guidelines, which also include information regarding program eligibility and requirements.
Following the application deadline, each proposal will be screened for eligibility and completeness. Those that pass the screening will be evaluated against national criteria, including the expected longevity of project results; clarity, thoroughness and soundness of the proposed work plan and budget; number of partners; evidence of leveraging; and expected performance results.
Application Guidelines (PDF 547.47 KB)
Application Form (PDF 1.48 MB)
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