Oprah Winfrey Network (Canada) and Force Four Productions (Cupcake Girls, Urban/Suburban) are searching for an adventurous community to take part in season two of Million Dollar Neighborhood. Could your town be next? Is your family ready to commit to the million-dollar challenge?

100 families from one select community will have 10 weeks to try to increase their collective net worth by $1 million. If chosen, you will be given access to top financial experts and a powerful group of advisers in order to attempt this goal. You’ll have the opportunity to get out of debt, save money and build a stronger community in order to live your best life!

If you want to take part in an exciting new series and participate in an inspiring movement that’s sweeping the nation, please email us and tell us why you think your town is the next Million Dollar Neighborhood. We want to know:

● Why your town should be the next Million Dollar Neighborhood – maybe a major business has shut down in your community or the recession has hit your town particularly hard and you need extra help! ● Why it’s so important for you and your family to receive the help and support of financial experts. ● What makes your community unique in Canada.

To nominate your community or your family, please email stories, pictures and thoughts to: casting@mdntv.ca Want to show the world how special your hometown is? Post about it on Facebook or Tweet about it – #MDNSearch – to spread the word!

Kerri King, Ec.D. Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

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Arnold Zageris: On the Labrador

12 May – 24 June 2012

Artist talk: Thursday 17 May 7pm

This collection of thirty two large format photographic colour prints is selected from a body of work that focuses on arctic and sub-arctic regions of Canada. The images are captured using a traditional large format 4×5 view camera, a photographic technology that is unsurpassed for landscape photography in this digital age. The method allows for fine details and subtle nuances of form and texture to emerge. Though you might think the colours and contrasts have been enhanced, these works have no special filters or treatments.

Zageris states his commitment is “to search and find the quality of light that can inspire the imagination.”

His combination of traditional technique and methodical patience lends him the ability to show us a world we may not see otherwise; an extraordinary view of a geographic region not often travelled. The result is a photograph with a painterly quality, bewitched with startling colours. Such a dramatic beauty emerges that it may make you question the accuracy of the camera in portraying the subject matter. Depicting scenes both serene and rugged, these images are timeless. Beauty is extracted from the harsh landscape of rock and cliff in Labrador, creating images of curiosity.

This exhibition is Zageris’ first in Southern Ontario and is a collaboration with the Art Gallery of Peterborough. Curated by Linda Jansma and Carla Garnet.

The artist will be presenting a talk about his work, adventures and this exhibition of photographs on Thursday 17 May at 7pm. The talk is free to attend and light refreshments will be served.

The Robert McLaughlin Gallery

72 Queen Street, Civic Centre

Oshawa Ontario

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RMG Fridays, FRIDAY 4 MAY 2012

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

This Friday the RMG rocks and rolls at their monthly event RMG Fridays. This month’s event features the Marvelous Beauhunks. The band is giving away cds to all who attend RMG Fridays, for a suggested donation of $1 to the RMG. They will be playing a set of British-influenced rock n’ roll. Beauhunks drummer Stephen C. Wright is launching his book Do Not Resuscitate, a memoire based on the history of the band. In addition local rock outfit Viva Mars performs.

The event also celebrates the opening of the RMG’s first Juried Gig Poster Show. This competition brings the best in local music performance poster design together in an exhibition. Prizes for the best posters will be awarded at the event.

RMG Fridays is the destination for arts and culture in Durham Region. Bringing live music and art together in one event, the series has become a staple in the local culture diet. The event is free to attend, open to all ages and has a cash bar.

It is a FREE self-guided tour taking place Saturday, April 28th and Sunday April 29th from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm each day.

For more information go to www.dwac.ca and click on the ad box to get to the artist link page to see more art by each artist.

Happy week-ending!

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There is a wonderful new art studio opening in Cannington in May!

Here are the details:

The Art Studio Gallery & Shoppe

A beautiful store front Gallery just off the main street in Cannington, Ontario. Two artists work from the back studio space where there is also a small Shoppe area filled with artwork and other handmade gift-ables.

Grand Opening Celebration – Saturday, May 26th, noon to 6pm

For more information, please visit www.theartstudio.ca or contact:

Sarah: 705-928-0085 Kelly: 289-221-9239

***Sarah and Kelly will be open by appointment so call ahead if you’re coming from out of town!

Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-413-0017 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228

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Tuesday May 15, 2012 10am-12pm Region of Durham Headquarters, 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby Lower Level Boardroom

What is Culture Days?

Culture Days is a collaborative movement to encourage awareness, participation and engagement of all Canadians in the arts and cultural life of their communities. Now in its third year, this Canada-wide celebration represents the largest-ever public participation campaign undertaken by the arts and cultural community in this country. Culture Days will feature free hands-on activities that invite the public to participate in the “behind-the-scenes” world of artists, creators, historians, architects, curators, designers… in their community. Through this exchange, artists and creators have a unique opportunity to engage people of all ages in their creative practice. Culture Days will take place on September 28-30, 2012, in all provinces and territories.

Find our about the many available resources, tools, and tips that can make your Culture Days activities a success. Meet and network with other Culture Days activity organizers and find out what is being planned in your community.

To learn more about Culture Days, visit www.culturedays.ca

If you wish to attend the information session, please send me your name and business name/occupation by Friday May 11th. Only 80 seats available.

If you have any questions about participating in the actual Culture Days weekend, please contact:

Aubrey Reeves, Culture Days Ontario Manager Tel: 416-646-7469 Toll-Free: 1-800-387-0058 ext. 7469 aubreyreeves@culturedays.ca | www.culturedays.ca

Catherine McLeod, OAC’s Culture Days Animator/Coordinator Tel: 416-961-1660 ext. 5124 Toll-Free: 1-800-387-0058 ext. 5124 on@culturedays.ca| www.culturedays.ca

We hope you are all able to attend!

Thanks very much, Kristyn Chambers

Kristyn Chambers Tourism Coordinator The Regional Municipality of Durham Economic Development and Tourism 605 Rossland Road East Level 5 PO Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Direct Line: 905.668.4113 ext. 2608 Fax: 905.666.6228 Toll Free: 800.413.0017

www.durhamtourism.ca www.durham.ca

Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-413-0017 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228

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Durham Region’s monthly roaming networking event, Creative Social, takes place this month on Thursday, March 29 at A Gift of Art, 187 King Ave E., Newcastle. Doors open at 7pm.

Creative Social is an exciting new networking event happening in Durham Region, held on the last Thursday of every month in rotating local municipalities.

In partnership with Durham Tourism, Creative Social aims to connect all-types of creative people in the community to discuss opportunities for collaboration and new business in Durham Region.

With the great success of the Uxbridge and Whitby Creative Social events, the excitement is now moving to one of Durham Region’s most creative environments, A Gift of Art in Newcastle.

A Gift of Art encourages the creative community of Durham Region to drop in and absorb the incredible spectrum of the arts found within the Newcastle gallery.

Creative Social is an excellent opportunity for creative-minded people of Durham Region to connect over inspiring key speakers, local food and entertainment, and the common desire to build a richer creative community.

Key speakers for the Newcastle event include Ann Harley, Principal of A Gift of Art and multi-disciplined artist Sally Thurlow, plus a musical performance by Chris Vanhaverbeke.

Tickets include a complimentary beverage from Archibald’s Estate Winery and light snacks provided by Newcastle’s acclaimed Café @ 123.

“A Gift of Art is such an inspiring, creative gallery,” says Event Coordinator, Dana Jackson. “We cannot wait to fill it with the creative minds of Durham Region and continue the creative conversation we began with the Creative Social initiative in January.” Tickets are available for $10 online at www.creativesocial.ca. Space is limited so don’t miss out.

Visit the Creative Social website at www.creativesocial.ca to view featured creative bios, event news, ticket sales and information about the creative community in Durham Region.

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Creative Social is an exciting new networking event happening in Durham Region. Held on the last Thursday of every month in rotating local municipalities, the Creative Social aims to connect creative people to discuss opportunities for collaboration and new business in Durham Region.

Presented in partnership with Durham Tourism, Creative Social events are an opportunity for creative-minded people of Durham Region to connect over inspiring key speakers, local food and entertainment, and the common desire to build a richer creative community.

On Thursday, Feb. 23, Creative Social will bring the excitement to Station Gallery, which is located at 1450 Henry St. in Whitby, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Event speakers include Donna Raetsen-Kemp, CEO of Station Gallery, professional photographer Leif Petersen as well as performances by Whitby’s own folk music star Patrick Dorie and contemporary dancer Haley McPherson. Tickets are $10 and include admission, a welcome cocktail and featured food from local restaurants Marca Pizza Pasta Tratorria and Kake Kreations. Tickets are available online and at Station Gallery’s front desk.

“Creative Social aims to feature the already rich pool of creative talent across Durham Region and welcome the curious to get involved,” says Event Coordinator, Dana Jackson. “The music, the speakers, the food, the drink-it’s all here, alongside inspiring stories and opportunities to explore. Creative Social gives creative-minded people in Durham Region the opportunity to enjoy a fun evening out and make new connections which can develop into successful collaborations.”

Throughout her career as a freelance producer, working with brands such as Elections Ontario, Nascar and CSI: Crime Scene Investigations, Dana has learned the true value of making creative connections. Now happily living in Whitby, with her husband and two daughters, Dana is very proud to work alongside Durham Tourism to bring her experience and passion for the creative arts in coordinating this vital networking event in Durham Region each month.

Visit the Creative Social website at www.creativesocial.ca to view featured creative bios, event news, ticket sales and information about the creative community of Durham Region.

Creative Social is an exciting new networking event happening in Durham Region. Held on the last Thursday of every month in rotating local municipalities, the Creative Social aims to connect creative people to discuss opportunities for collaboration and new business in Durham Region.

Presented in partnership with Durham Tourism, Creative Social events are an opportunity for creative-minded people of Durham Region to connect over inspiring key speakers, featured local food and entertainment, and the common desire to build a richer creative community.

On Thursday, Feb. 23, Creative Social will bring the excitement to Station Gallery, which is located at 1450 Henry St. in Whitby, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Event speakers include Donna Raetsen-Kemp, CEO of Station Gallery, professional photographer Leif Petersen as well as performances by Whitby’s own folk music star Patrick Dorie and contemporary dancer Haley McPherson. Tickets are $10 and include admission, a welcome cocktail and featured food from local restaurants Marca Pizza Pasta Tratorria and Kake Kreations. Tickets are available online and at Station Gallery’s front desk.

“Creative Social aims to feature the already rich pool of creative talent across Durham Region and welcome the curious to get involved,” says Event Coordinator, Dana Jackson. “The music, the speakers, the food, the drink-it’s all here, alongside inspiring stories and opportunities to explore. Creative Social gives creative-minded people in Durham Region the opportunity to enjoy a fun evening out and make new connections which could into successful collaborations.”

Dana, herself, appreciates the value of these creative connections. Originally from Durham Region, Dana developed much of her career in Toronto as a graphic designer. She was later hired by CSI: Crime Scene Investigations creator, Anthony Zuiker, as a brand manager for the successful franchise. Now happily living in Whitby, with her husband and two daughters, Dana is proud to bring her experience and passion for the creative arts to coordinating this vital networking event in Durham Region each month.

Visit the Creative Social website at www.creativesocial.ca to view featured creative bios, event news, ticket sales and information about the creative community of Durham Region.

For more information on the event or to schedule an interview please contact Dana Jackson at 905-449-3265 or email dana@creativesocial.ca www.creativesocial.ca

Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-413-0017 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228

http://www.durhamtourism.ca

Durham creative minds invited to socialize Metroland – Durham Division, Jan. 20

DURHAM — Durham’s creative residents have a new opportunity to collaborate and share ideas at a monthly event being introduced by Durham Tourism.

Creative Social will be held on the last Thursday of every month in rotating local municipalities.

“The Creative Social is a new way to bring entrepreneurs, artists and other members of Durham Region’s creative community together to connect, inspire each other and develop new business opportunities,” said Kathy Weiss, the Region’s director of economic development and tourism.

The first event is planned for Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. at Tin Mill Restaurant in Uxbridge.

Tickets are $10 and include light snacks and a beverage. The event will include networking opportunities, entertainment from local musician Tim Bastmeyer and presentations by creative entrepreneurs.

The inaugural event will feature Kerri King, Durham’s tourism manager, as well as Shelley MacBeth from Blue Heron Books; Ginny van Veghel, owner of Elemi Organics; Carly Foster and Kirsty Kernohan, co-owners of Sweet World Media, and Angelo Sarafino Tramonti of Sarafino Inc.

For more information or to register, visit www.creativesocial.ca.

Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-413-0017 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228

http://www.durhamtourism.ca

Held on the last Thursday of every month in rotating local municipalities, the Creative Social aims to connect creative people to discuss opportunities for collaboration and new business in Durham Region.

“The Creative Social is a new way to bring entrepreneurs, artists and other members of Durham Region’s creative community together to connect, inspire each other and develop new business opportunities,” says Kathy Weiss, Director of Economic Development and Tourism. “This supports the Economic Development and Tourism Division’s goal to strengthen the economy and stimulate job growth in Durham Region.”

The first Creative Social will be held on Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. at Tin Mill Restaurant in Uxbridge. Tickets are $10 and include light snacks and a beverage. The event will include networking opportunities, entertainment from local musician Tim Bastmeyer, as well as presentations by local creative entrepreneurs.

“I am excited to collaborate with local creative entrepreneur, Dana Jackson, to bring the Creative Social to Durham Region,” says Kerri King, Tourism Manager. “Since 2009, our community has shown its enthusiasm for creativity through the Art of Transition movement. The Creative Social is the next step for the continued development of Durham’s creative economy.”

At the first event, Kerri King will be joined by the following dynamic presenters representing Durham Region’s creative community: Shelley MacBeth of Blue Heron Books; Ginny van Veghel, owner of Elemi Organics; Carly Foster and Kirsty Kernohan, co-owners of Sweet World Media; and Angelo Sarafino Tramonti of Sarafino Inc.

For more information, and to register for the Durham Creative Social, visit www.creativesocial.ca.

Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-413-0017 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228

http://www.durhamtourism.ca

The official Town of Ajax new website www.ajax.ca launch is Thursday, Jan. 12th at 12 noon, St. Francis Centre or catch it live: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/town-of-ajax-live

Thanks from the Ajax Business Development & Tourism team! Lisa Hausz Nadia Sukovski Judy Wight Andrew Poray visit@ajax.ca

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The St. Francis Centre in Ajax presents… iLOVE – a romantic dot comedy by The Second City Toronto Sunday, February 12, 2012 – 2:00 p.m. 78 Church St. S., Ajax Tickets: $30 (+HST) – available at the Ajax & McLean Community Centres and the St. Francis Centre Box Office.

Click to view the show’s trailer ( http://www.townofajax.com/Page6863.aspx?DateTime=634646520000000000&PageMode=View ) For more information, visit www.stfranciscentre.ca or call 905-619-2529 ext. 2787

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PICKERING — Area artists can become part of Pickering’s cultural identity by signing up for the new Cultural Directory.

The new online listing will feature artists and cultural organizations throughout the city in a single culture-based directory.

“The City of Pickering has a rich and vibrant art, cultural and heritage community and a comprehensive inventory of our cultural assets will serve to strengthen, promote and support this dynamic cultural community,” said Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan.

“The municipality encourages our cultural stakeholders to take advantage of this unique opportunity and profile their cultural asset in the directory.”

As part of the City’s cultural strategic plan, the directory is aimed at boosting the City’s tourism efforts and supporting the growth of Pickering’s cultural sector. It was made possible through funding from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports’ Creative Communities Prosperity Fund.

“The Government of Ontario is proud to help the City of Pickering integrate culture into their strategy for growth,” said Michael Chan, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport.

“Creative and cultural industries are among the fastest growing sectors in the economy today and contribute to the social and economic development of this province.”

Although the directory is scheduled to launch on Monday, Jan. 16, the City will continue to accept registrations from Pickering-based artisans, cultural not-for-profit organizations, creative industries and owners/operators of natural and cultural heritage facilities and spaces.

Registration can be completed online at www.cityofpickering.com. For more information, visit the City’s website or call 905-420-4620.

Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-413-0017 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228

http://www.durhamtourism.ca

‘Twas the 7th of December, and all through the night,
We eagerly watched for the Farmers’ Festival of Lights.
The streets of North Durham rang in celebration,
As the streets lined with folk spanning three generations.

The children were nestled all snug in their coats,
Awaiting the parade of holiday floats.
Carols rang out and we all stopped to listen,
As more guests arrived for this yearly tradition.

Out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
As neighbours and families filled the crisp night with chatter.
From driveways and windows, filling each porch,
Excitement and joy all around Durham-North.

Then we spotted the spark of the first Christmas light:
The parade had begun with an angel in white!
One after another the tractors they came,
And we whistled and shouted and called them by name.

To Tyrone, to Eniskillen, to Haydon and Enfield,
Came snowmen and shepherds, Christmas trees on wheels.
The Grinch from Whoville! Graceful horses with bells!
Candy-canes, mangers and blithe, waving elves!

And there in the twinkling, amidst all the floats
Came the prancing and pawing of antler-clad goats.
Then, what to our wondering eyes should appear,
But a jolly St. Nick in a twinkling John Deere!

He waved from his sleigh, then rolled off down the street,
And we turned to our houses, intent on Christmas sweets.
But I heard him exclaim, ‘ere he drove out of sight:
“Happy Christmas to all, and to Durham, good night!”

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“Q” is an energetic daily arts, culture and entertainment magazine that takes you on a smart and surprising ride, interviewing personalities and tackling the cultural issues that matter.

Jian Ghomeshi, the host of Q, has said he will bring a live broadcast of the show the city with the best campaign. Oshawa has joined in the race to be that city! The campaign, spearheaded by The Robert McLaughlin Gallery in partnership with Durham College Journalism Students and Durham Tourism, need your help! Jian has indicated that community support, grassroots efforts and collective spirit will help determine the outcome.

The decision will be made this we

How can you help?

Visit the Facebook Fan Page and click “like” www.facebook.com/QinOshawa http://www.facebook.com/QinOshawa

- Once you are a fan, you can upload pictures of yourself with the letter Q, or examples of the letter Q you find in Oshawa.

- Tell stories about arts and culture in Oshawa

- Invite your friends to join, or share the page on your facebook wall

- Upload a video telling Jian why he should come to Oshawa

Using Twitter, post messages of support and include #QinOshawa in your message. Retweet others who have #QinOshawa in their message

Join in and help us bring Q to Oshawa! Any ideas and offers of support are welcome. The decision will be made December 8th, 2011 so time is running short!

Never one to back down from a challenge, RMG CEO Gabrielle Peacock took up the cause, issuing more tweets and imploring staff to get on board. “We’ve got a lot happening here, just 35km from the city. Q shines a light on culture: music, art, theatre and more. This is why we want Oshawa selected — it’s not about what people know about us, it’s an opportunity for Jian and the Q listeners to discover some cultural assets in their own backyards. We’re joining the contest later than other cities, but we’ve got a lot of heart and think we have a shot at winning,” Peacock told staff. Staff jumped on board in just a few days a Facebook page has emerged as well as the promise to guests at the RMG’s monthly cultural event series “First Fridays” that this week’s event (December 2, 7pm) will include a way to get involved and show support.

“First Fridays has become a staple in the local culture diet,” says RMG Manager of Communications and Social Media, Jacquie Severs. “It’s the right place to promote this campaign. This week we feature Jazz performers The Gillian Margot Trio, alongside the photography exhibition “Susan Dobson: By Design” and the AIDS Committee of Durham Region’s “POZitive Portrayals” that features work by HIV Positive artists. We’ll have a photo booth with local photographer Marina Osmond. The event shows how diverse our cultural offerings are here. We wish Jian could come and see it for himself, we aren’t just a car town anymore!”

The RMG needs community support to make the campaign more powerful. Having already received votes of confidence from PFLAG Durham and Durham College’s Downtown Oshawa News, the RMG now needs ‘likes’ on its Facebook page, tweets with the hashtag #QinOshawa and community partnerships. Local record label Get Bent Records has offered to bring bands to perform for Q. The RMG hopes other local arts & culture staples will get on board.

Oshawa’s mayor John Henry issued a statement of support, highlighting the RMG as an important asset in the campaign. “With the public’s support we can bring into the light one of Oshawa’s best kept secrets.”

“This is a grassroots effort, we need all the support we can get! The RMG is prepared to donate 20 memberships to community groups and businesses who offer support and services,” says Gabrielle Peacock.

To stay on top of the campaign please visit and like: www.facebook.com/QinOshawa

WHITBY, ON

Held at the Durham College/University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre, the daylong event consisted of a marketplace of Durham Region businesses and organizations, a tourism industry speaker series, and the presentation of the inaugural Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards.

“The Tourism Summit and Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards showed off Durham Region’s creative economy, which is continuing to grow every day,” stated Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for Durham Region. “Our rich heritage, dynamic attractions, and thriving arts and culture scene make up a quality of life in Durham Region that is second to none.”

The event featured keynote speaker Robin Sharma, a best-selling author and expert on leadership and change management. During his address, Sharma empowered the sold-out audience to build on leadership skills to achieve great things. Attendees also enjoyed the tourism industry speaker series, which covered topics such as cultural tourism, cycle tourism, culinary tourism, customer service and more.

“The tourism industry speaker series explored ways to take Durham’s assets and leverage them to attract more tourists to the Region,” said Kathy Weiss, Director of Economic Development and Tourism for Durham Region. “By promoting and developing our exceptional cycling trails, culinary industry, cultural marvels and other assets, we will attract more overnight stays and new business; resulting in more money being spent in the local economy and more jobs brought to Durham Region.”

Attendees enjoyed getting a head start on holiday shopping in the creative marketplace, which featured more than 50 local artisans showing off and selling their wares. Attendees also had the opportunity to taste Durham Region’s fine food, prepared by chefs from area restaurants who are contributing to Durham Region’s growing culinary tourism sector.

The day culminated with the presentation of the Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA), which celebrated people and businesses that are contributing to the growth of the creative economy in Durham Region. The award statues, which were designed by local artist Edward Falkenberg, were presented to winners by Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for Durham Region.

The following winners were recognized at the ceremony:

• The 25 of 25 street pARTy in Uxbridge (Best collaboration between business, the arts and community).
• The Driftwood Theatre Group’s Bard’s Bus Tour (Best entertainment in any medium).
• The Reflection Park in Port Perry (Best use of art and artists to advance social and environmental sustainability).
• Jane Eccles – Overlap exhibit (Best story about Durham Region in any medium).

To learn more about the award winners and the projects that earned them this recognition, as well as to view a list of all nominees, please visit www.artoftransition.ca. All nominees were also recognized and presented with a lapel pin—a sculpted, small-scale version of the DATCA statue.

For more information about the Durham Tourism Summit and Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards, visit www.artoftransition.ca or call 1-800-413-0017.

The Town of Ajax and Pickering Village BIA invite residents and visitors to join them for an olde fashioned holiday in the village on Dec. 3. Celebrate traditions of the past with historic Pickering Village as the backdrop for this merry event.

The festivities kick-off at 4 p.m. At 5:30 p.m., there will be an official ribbon-cutting to open the Pickering Village Urban Square(corner of Kingston Road and Old Kingston Road) followed by a Tree Lighting ceremony.

“The Town is proud to partner with the BIA on this holiday tradition,” says Deputy Mayor Shaun Collier. “ The Town is committed to working with the residents and businesses of Pickering Village to preserve and enhance its heritage attributes and support the development of a vibrant arts, culture and tourism destination.”

The Town will also mark the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the Pickering Village Urban Square – a gathering place for the community and gateway to downtown Pickering Village.

“The BIA’s annual Tree Lighting is bigger and better this year,” says Marsha Jones Dooley, Chair of the Pickering Village BIA. “Thanks to the Town of Ajax partnering with the BIA, this year’s event will be the best yet, come celebrate the re-opening of the Village, the official opening of the Urban Square and the spectacular Tree Lighting. Pickering Village is open and welcomes the community to experience our old fashion personal service.”

Activities include, horse-drawn carriage rides, live entertainment from Eastside Harmony Chorus & Harmony Highway Quartet, children’s crafts and more. All activities are free of charge and available while supplies last.

Please note Old Kingston Road will be closed from Kingston Road to Linton Avenue from 3:45 p.m. – 6 p.m.

For more information, please visit www.townofajax.com.

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An independent judging panel of community leaders reviewed 34 nominations and selected the following award recipient, based on the impact of the contribution, as well as factors such as uniqueness, effectiveness, influence, and sustainability.

Best story about Durham Region in any medium

This award is given to an account of an event or series of events inspired by, or dedicated to, Durham Region. The winner of this award is Jane Eccles.

In fall 2011, Durham Region artist Jane Eccles presented a collection of her work at Whitby’s Station Gallery in an exhibition titled Overlap. Overlap highlighted exceptional moments in the lives of women, from Durham Region and beyond, through clothing and life stories in a series of paintings. The stories of these women, told through Overlap, travelled around the world under the leadership of Eccles. In addition to local media coverage, Eccles and her exhibition were featured on the front page of the Toronto Star, as well as on CBC radio programming that was carried in Cantonese to China—a first for a living Canadian artist. Eccles shone a bright light, not only her work and the stories of the women who inspired them, but on Durham Region, showcasing it as a valuable arts and culture hub on a global scale.

An independent judging panel of community leaders reviewed 34 nominations and selected the following award recipient, based on the impact of the contribution, as well as factors such as uniqueness, effectiveness, influence, and sustainability.

Best use of art and artists to advance social and environmental sustainability

This award recognizes any creative designed to advance social and environmental sustainability in Durham Region. The winner of this award is The Reflection Park, accepted by Bonnie Thomson and Marg Snider-McGrath.

The Reflection Park, Port Perry’s first public art project, was a collaborative endeavour that combined the ideas, energy and talent of the Township of Scugog’s youth and community supporters to encourage citizenship, volunteering and the preservation of green space. The Reflection Park transformed an unused green space in Port Perry into an inspirational garden, which is a public area for residents and tourists to enjoy. The Reflection Park is comprised of a stone mosaic created by more than 2,000 elementary students, landscaping designed by students, and plaques with reflective statements (written by students) to promote good citizenship. The project has a lasting legacy, as students have been instilled with a sense of ownership and pride, and the space is used as an outdoor classroom for educators in the Township of Scugog.

An independent judging panel of community leaders reviewed 34 nominations and selected the following award recipient, based on the impact of the contribution, as well as factors such as uniqueness, effectiveness, influence, and sustainability.

Best entertainment in any medium

This award is presented to a form of entertainment, which does not have to relate to the Region of Durham in any way, but must be conceived and developed by a resident of Durham Region. The winner of this award is The Driftwood Theatre Group’s Bard’s Bus Tour, accepted by Artistic Director and General Manager D. Jeremy Smith.

The Driftwood Theatre Group started more than 16 years ago as a small, Durham-based company and has since grown into a province-wide, professional theatre production group. The Bard’s Bus Tour is the Driftwood Theatre Group’s flagship work, as they host summer productions of Shakespeare works in more than 25 different communities across Ontario for pay-what-you-can admission. Thus, providing accessible, professional theatre for everyone. Driftwood Theatre Group remains true to its Durham roots by hosting 25 per cent of its performances within the Region, and remains an important piece of Durham’s cultural community.

An independent judging panel of community leaders reviewed 34 nominations and selected the following award recipient, based on the impact of the contribution, as well as factors such as uniqueness, effectiveness, influence, and sustainability.

Best collaboration between business, the arts and community

This award promotes co-operation and collaboration between independent artists and traditional business owners. The winner of this award is The 25 on 25 street pARTy (a collaboration of Uxbridge Studio Tour artists and the Uxbridge Celebration of the Arts committee), accepted by organizers Fly Freeman, Shelley Macbeth and Lynn Bishop.

The Uxbridge Celebration of the Arts is an annual arts and culture festival that takes place in the Township of Uxbridge. In recognition of the festival’s 25th anniversary, organizers planned a large street party featuring 25 art-themed events on Sept. 25, in conjunction with Culture Days. The event fostered new relationships between businesses in downtown Uxbridge and the arts community, as local artists were teamed up with businesses to produce unique, interactive art-themed events. More than 1,200 people attended the event and more artist events have taken place in businesses in Uxbridge since the event took place in 2010.

“I would like to begin this morning with an acknowledgment. I do a good deal of speaking on cultural tourism at tourism conferences and events. As you might imagine, I encounter many different destination marketing organizations (DMOs), and I meet many different DMO managers – the folks who market tourism in the jurisdiction for which they are responsible.”

Click here to continue reading Steven Thorne’s “Place-Based Cultural Tourism – Why “Place” is the Key to Cultural Tourism & How You Can Unlock Its Treasures”

We’d like to say thank you to Bernard Leroux of North Light Pictures for all the beautiful videos he has produced for The Art of Transition Tourism Summit and Creative Awards. Click here to watch them all.

Original artwork donated by Antony’s Gallery.
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Original artwork donated by Antony’s Gallery.
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Join us November 25th for this daylong celebration of Durham Region’s creative economy, showcasing our rich culture and history, dynamic attractions, and innovative business community. Part of the celebration will be a silent auction with funds raised going to the Art of Transition Culture Fund. Click here for more details on the silent auction.

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The Central Counties bring together three historic areas of Ontario – The Hills of Headwaters, York Region, and Durham Region – rich with museum-calibre art, top-rated golf courses and acclaimed cuisine that uses the freshest local ingredients.

The call for award submissions was put out in early September. The DATCA committee received many submissions from local artists for the commission of the statue design. Falkenberg was selected by a committee of volunteers from the arts community in Durham Region as the successful artist to design the awards statue.

Falkenberg, an honours graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design, has lived in Claremont, a hamlet of Pickering, with his wife since 1968. For more than 40 years, he has been producing art for public spaces around the world, including the Canadian Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; the prestigious Bretton Place Apartments in Toronto; the Pickering Town Centre mall in Pickering; and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) campus in Oshawa.

The DATCA statue will be the second award statue in Durham Region designed by Falkenberg—he is commissioned annually by the Rouge Valley Health System to produce an original sculpture for the recipient of the Howard Sokolowsky Award for outstanding support of the Ajax-Pickering Hospital.

An active member of the arts and culture scene in Durham Region, Falkenberg initiated the development of a public art centre in west Durham Region. This concept grew into the Durham West Arts Centre, which opened in 2004.

DATCA statues will be engraved with the recipient’s name, award category and year, and are being manufactured by Omachron Science Inc.

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The DATCA honour people and businesses that promote creativity, innovation and collaboration in Durham Region. Four DATCA statues will be awarded to winners in the following categories:

• Best collaboration among business, the arts and the community.
• Best story about Durham Region in any medium.
• Best entertainment in any medium.
• Best use of art and artists to advance social and environmental sustainability.

Statues will be engraved with the recipient’s name, award category and year. The DATCA is a community-driven initiative to celebrate and promote the creative economy in Durham Region, led by a committee of community members.

For more information about DATCA, please visit www.artoftransition.ca.

IAN ROSS

Chief Executive Officer, Whitby Public Library

DAVID PRUSINSKI

Vice President, U.S. Sales Complete Innovations Inc.

JOANNE BURGHARDT

Editor-in-Chief, Metroland Durham Region Media Group

SHARON KENNEDY

Executive Director, Central Counties Tourism

DON TERRY

Director, Nuclear Public Affairs, Ontario Power Generation

WAYNE CONRAD

Chief Scientist, Omachron Founder, Planet Earth Initiative

JONATHON KOTSOPOULOS

Grade 11 Student, J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate

The response was overwhelming, with members of the community coming together and displaying their passion and creativity during a number of events and initiatives over the past two years. These initiatives—such as the inaugural Art of Transition Symposium featuring Dr. Richard Florida, several creativity think tanks, the introduction of the Art of Transition Culture Fund, and community engagement via social media and Transitions ‘zine—demonstrate that Durham Region is truly in transition.

At the Durham Tourism Summit and Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA), we continue this momentum with a jam-packed day, which is all about putting Durham Region—and its creative people and places—in the spotlight!

The Durham Tourism Summit kicks off with a keynote presentation by Robin Sharma, a best-selling author and expert on leadership, change management and personal mastery. Tickets for Robin Sharma’s presentation are $30 and include an autographed copy of his new book, Letters From The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, compliments of Dagmar Ski Resort. Order your tickets online at www.artoftransition.ca.

We are also proud to present a free speaker series featuring industry experts, who are leaders in their field, presenting on topics ranging from culinary and cycling tourism to social media marketing and customer service excellence. We hope these dynamic speakers will inspire you to continue to develop and grow with the ever-changing tourism industry here in Durham Region. For a full list of speakers and presentations taking place throughout the day, please flip to page 6.

Meanwhile, the marketplace will be abuzz with tradeshow booths displaying the many facets of Durham’s tourism industry. You’ll learn about Durham Region’s world-class attractions, fantastic recreation facilities, and the many businesses and people that make our community unique, see page 14. The centre of the tradeshow floor is home to Creative Marketplace – where Durham’s fantastic artists will have their work on display. Don’t forget to stop by the Savour the Season area of the marketplace, where some of Durham Region’s finest restaurants will be serving up culinary samplings featuring local food. You can find a full list of Creative Marketplace artisans on page 12.

The day will culminate with the presentation of the inaugural Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA), where four individuals will be celebrated for their contribution to making Durham Region a creative, thriving community. Winners will be presented with a DATCA statue, designed by local artist Edward Falkenberg. You can learn more about Edward’s work on page 18.

Congratulations to all of our nominees (which you can find listed on page 20). Each and every one of you play an important role in developing the arts and culture sector as the heart and soul of our community, as well as a driving force in the economy. Our judges (who are listed on page 21) had a difficult decision to make.

I’d like to extend a heartfelt thanks to all of our event sponsors (page 23) and DATCA committee members for shaping this event, which will celebrate, promote, and continue to develop Durham Region’s economy. With your help, we continue to create a map that shows the roads leading to Durham Region’s vibrant future!

Warmest regards,
Kerri King, Manager of Tourism
The Regional Municipality of Durham
905-668-7711 ext. 2606

Durham Region is a firm believer in the power of our creative sector to help fuel a vibrant economy and thriving tourism industry. Our cultural, artistic, culinary and heritage resources are also a vital foundation for the remarkable quality of community life we enjoy.

The day’s program is designed to inform, inspire and invite you to get involved. It will showcase our diverse creative economy and the many cultural resources at our fingertips, highlighting opportunities for innovation and collaboration. At the interactive marketplace you can, literally, get a taste of great things produced in Durham.

The evening will recognize and celebrate the outstanding creative partnerships and artistic minds of this Region with our first annual awards presentation.

We would be delighted if you could join us!

Yours truly,
Roger Anderson
Regional Chair and CEO
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Creative Marketplace will feature a wide variety of hand made, one of a kind creative goods: Painted and drawn wall-hung work, eco-friendly, up-cycled wares, clothing, jewelry, stained glass, accessories, and knitted wares, silk-screened T-shirts and hoodies, clothing, books, toys, the gift of music and more!

Here is just a sampling of the artisans you can expect to meet:

• Alana McClure: Photography
• Albert Mueller: Abstract landscape painter
• Antony’s Gallery: Fine Art Originals and picture framing
• Anne Labelle-Johnson & Tony Johnson Blue: Willow Studios
• Catherine Mills
• Erin Elliott: ‘OshaWhat’ NEW alternative magazine
• J & C Stained Glass
• Jeanetteka: Art Glass Jewels
• Kirsty Naray: Handmade glass beads and jewelry
• Green House: Home of Kniterary, Hedgehog Stitchery and Soul Xpression
• Lianne Snow: Up-cycled jewelry and accessories
• Marilyn Whitbread: Fibre Artist
• McGowan: Art Watercolour and Acrylic works
• Monique Ra Brent: Acrylic, oil and wood burning
• Pamela Meacher: Painter and award-winning author
• Sally Grande: Creative Carrot Fine Art
• Sandra B. Saunders: Mixed Media Artist
• Sexy Lady Finery: Hand-painted T-Shirts, fine art, buttons and more.
• Steven Joseph Brown: Author of ‘Window Pain’, ‘A Living Prayer’, ‘Seasons of the Soul’, and ‘By a Cat’s Whisker’
• Tom Conaty: Utopia Woodturning

He is the Chief Executive Officer of Sharma Leadership International Inc., a widely respected leadership development firm that has helped over four million people in 50 countries, along with clients such as Nike, FedEx, IBM, GM, Microsoft, Kraft Foods, KPMG and Panasonic, and organizations such as NASA and YPO get to their next level of world-class.

Robin is one of the most in-demand speakers in the world, frequently sharing the stage with individuals such as Bill Clinton, Jack Welch, Stephen Covey, Ken Blanchard, Deepak Chopra and Dr. Phil.

A former litigation lawyer, holding two law degrees including a Masters of Law, Robin is also a leading executive coach, having worked with billionaires, major CEOs and celebrity entrepreneurs.

As CEO of Robin Sharma Films Inc., Robin has also become a filmmaker. The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari is being made into a major motion picture.

A former lawyer, he quit his job and self-published a book at a Kinko’s copy shop. Robin’s first seminar was attended by 23 people — 21 of whom were his family members. His second book, Letters From The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, was also originally self-published until former Harper Collins president Ed Carson discovered Robin in a bookstore.

The book, and the series has become one of Canada’s most successful publishing franchises as sales near 250,000 copies sold in Canada alone. Robin’s books are read by CEOs, political leaders, homemakers, movie stars, pop stars, sports celebrities and people from all walks of life.

Please click here to purchase tickets – $30 +hst.

Sponsored by Central Counties Tourism
Emcee: Kerri King, Tourism Manager, Region of Durham
Welcome: Mayor John Henry, City of Oshawa
Opening Remarks: Kathy Weiss, Director, Economic Development & Tourism, Region of Durham

Bill is an original thinker and doer. His presentation takes us on a humorous autobiographical journey that deals with overcoming disabilities, with creativity, problem solving, team work, risk management and above all the human relationship with the planet . His Presentation includes images and descriptions of how several works of art came to be – from his first landscape sculpture, a replica of the Lunar lander that Neil Armstrong used to land on the moon … to a full-scale replica of Stonehenge from crushed cars and the larger-than-life Iron buffalo created for the 3D IMAX film the last Buffalo. It’s not so hard to believe that this is the same man who designed and built a 2700 square foot, 21st century earth-integrated domed home, located in southern Ontario, which has been featured in many media stories for its innovative earth ethical design.

Bill finally tells the incredible story of how he earned the name “Father Goose” by imprinting a flock of Canada geese to follow the ultralight plane he designed and built. He reviews how this process, has led to the restoration of an easterly flock the highly endangered Whooping crane, Jeff Daniels who plays Lishman in the Columbia pictures 1996 feature film Fly Away Home says, “with Lishman idea is a verb”.

Join us for this daylong celebration of Durham Region’s creative economy, showcasing our rich culture and history, dynamic attractions, and innovative business community. Members of the public from Durham Region and beyond are invited to discover all Durham has to offer through an interactive marketplace of tradeshow booths, culinary samplings, arts, culture and heritage displays, presentations and more. The day kicks off with a special presentation and book signing with Robin Sharma. Don’t miss the Tourism Industry Speaker Series and Artisan’s Alley. The day will wrap up with the presentation of the inaugural Art of Transition Creative Awards. Find out more information »

A graduate of Guelph University, Michael obtained a BS. In zoology and a MSc in Animal Science specialization elephant nutrition.

Having trained hundreds of animals from ants to elephants,
Michael has provided zoological expertise for film productions, television and the entertainment industry world wide.

A member of the World Wildlife Fund’s 200 Canadians, Michael is an ardent conservationist. He lives at the zoo with his wife and veterinarian Wendy and two teenage boys, Kurt and Dirk.

Event a chance to ‘showcase the creative economy’

The Durham Tourism Summit and Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards is being held at UOIT and Durham College, and it’s a chance to “showcase the creative economy in Durham and to celebrate the creative economy,” Kerri King says.

Click here to read more via durhamregion.com.

Donna Zuchlinski is Manager of Film and Film Commissioner with the Ontario Media Development Corporation, an agency of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Culture that supports the province’s creative media industries, which include film and television, books, interactive digital media, magazines and music. One of the busiest film and television production centres in North America, this industry contributed almost one billion dollars in direct expenditures to the provincial economy in 2010.

Donna is responsible for the operations of the Provincial Film Commission, which provides location scouting and facilitation services to productions, both domestic and foreign, interested in filming in Ontario. She also leads the marketing efforts for the Toronto and Ontario film industry at home and abroad. A key marketing tool for the Commission is the award-winning Digital Locations Database, an on-line searchable database containing digital photographic files for over 9,000 filming locations representing 200,000 individual images, including many popular filming sites in Durham Region.

Panelist: BRIAN MALCOLM, Executive Director, Parkwood – National Historic Site

Brian has been Executive Director at Parkwood for nearly two decades. With a background that includes arts administration, municipal culture & recreation planning, and hospitality, Brian enjoys the challenges of site
conservation and development at one of Canada’s last grand estates.

The estate is owned by The Parkwood Foundation, a not-forprofit charitable organization. Brian has been extensively involved in long-term preservation and fundraising at Parkwood, working with a dedicated corps of staff and volunteers.

Location filming has been an important aspect of operations at Parkwood throughout Brian’s tenure. Filming brings much needed revenue support and generates excitement for the community. Filming impacts can be enormous on a significant heritage site, and Parkwood has built a large base of experience which it shares readily through presentations to organizations like Ontario Media Development Corporation, Ontario Museum Association, National Historic Sites Alliance for Ontario and Conservation Studies at Sir Sanford Fleming College, and through consultations with other museum sites.

Greg Murphy, Dean of Media Art and Design at Durham College talks about the importance of finding a collective vision, talking to each other and listening effectively, as well as bringing people together to recognize the value of every other person in the community.

Join Us for the Art of Transition Summit and Creative Awards, a complimentary day-long celebration of Durham Region’s creative economy, showcasing our rich culture and history, dynamic attractions, and innovative business community.

Don Terry, manager of public affairs for Ontario Power Generation, talks about the broad depth of culture in Durham Region and the importance of celebrating the region’s artistic, business and cultural achievements.

Join Us for the Art of Transition Summit and Creative Awards, a complimentary day-long celebration of Durham Region’s creative economy, showcasing our rich culture and history, dynamic attractions, and innovative business community.

He has a degree in Advertising Design from Syracuse and runs a design firm that sells creative services, but Barry hasn’t owned a TV since 2001. He gets his news from sources that require less filtering.

Barry believes brands (and all our endeavors are brands) are increasingly being measured by what people say about them, not what they say about themselves. That brands become more relevant by moving the needle on issues that matter to their communities. That people notice, trust and evangelize for brands that are ON a mission and filter those who simply HAVE a mission. That marketing today means building relationships from within which you will sometimes sell. That, as the best brands have always known, earned word of mouth is more influential than interruptive media. That the speed and convenience with which people share information today is a boon to those who “get it”, and bane to those who don’t. And that all marketing is either social or anti-social.

In her previous role with Taste the County™ – Prince Edward County’s DMO, Rebecca became passionate about agriculture, tourism, arts and culture and their interrelation. During her nine years with Taste the County™, she was instrumental in the development and management of tourism products including the award winning Taste Trail, annual TASTE! a celebration of regional cuisine, the Arts Trail, Countylicious events and the buy-local program Harvestin’ the County.

Rebecca designed and developed several courses for George Brown College’s cutting edge Culinary Tourism Management program which launched in 2009.  She holds positions on the Boards of the Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation Town & Country Committee, Terroir Hospitality Conference and Slow Food Canada.

Throughout his career he has gained experience through hotels, fine dining restaurants, institutional kitchens, and private clubs. David has taken several courses through the Culinary Institute of America and when he’s not in the kitchen he enjoys working on his farm, participating in ice carving competitions and building furniture in his wood shop.

Moderator: JEFF BROOKS, Principal Planner Regional Municipality of Durham

LOUISA MURSELL, Project Manager, Welcome Cyclists Network

Louisa has been working on sustainable, green and new tourism initiatives for a number years. Most recently she has been responsible for launching the Welcome Cyclist Network in 2010, workshops series and program administration. Having worked on special projects for Transportation Options since 2008, as the Greenbelt Express and Operations Manager for the Bike Train Initiative and Assistant Coordinator of the Ontario Cycle Tourism Forum, she brings much knowledge of the cycle tourism industry in Ontario to this project. Louisa holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo.

ELEANOR MCMAHON, President and Founder, Share the Road

Eleanor McMahon has spent most of her career as a communications, government relations and marketing professional. Her work includes senior roles in the private, public and non-for profit sectors. She spent the early part of her career on Parliament Hill in roles of increasing responsibility including that of Press Secretary to the Right Honorable Jean Chrétien.

Most recently, following the death in 2006 of her husband, OPP Sergeant Greg Stobbart —who was killed by a motorist who had been convicted five times for driving under suspension. In November 2008, Ms. McMahon was successful in getting “Greg’s Law” tabled in the Ontario legislature as part of a larger Road Safety Bill, Bill 126. The legislation, which passed on April 22nd 2009. Greg’s Law came into force on December 1, 2010. McMahon has been working to engineer legislative change in Ontario and is leading the development of a provincial, grassroots cycling advocacy organization in Ontario — the Share the Road Cycling Coalition. The Coalition was launched in 2008, and since 2010 she has worked as its CEO on a full-time basis.
The Share the Road Cycling Coalition was created to unite cycling organizations from across Ontario and works with and on behalf of municipalities to enhance their ability to make their communities more bicycle-friendly.

MELISSA CLAXTON-OLDFIELD, President, Oshawa Cycling Club

Melissa lives in Clarington and grew up in Bowmanville. Married with two children, she has run a local healthcare business for the last 18 years. Most recently, however, she foudned a cycle touring company which is set to begin tours in 2012.

She’s always had a love for keeping active and travelling, whether it be hiking, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and most of all cycling. In 2006, she joined the Oshawa Cycling club and learned a lot about cycling and the fabulous country roads, villages and hamlets in the Durham Region and with this, the issues that cyclist’s face. She joined joined the executive team of the Oshawa Cycling Club as a Director and most recently in 2009 as President. An active cyclist she clocks nearly 10,000 kilometres a year locally and loves to cycle in Quebec, US and Europe.

Steven has developed cultural tourism strategies for three Canadian provinces: BC, Ontario, and PEI. Most recently he authored, A Tapestry of Place: Whistler’s Cultural Tourism Development Strategy, designed to help North America’s pre-eminent ski destination diversify its tourism offering through place-based cultural tourism. In addition, Steven helped to develop Packaging the Potential – the Canadian Tourism Commission’s national business strategy for cultural heritage tourism.

Committed to cultural tourism education as well as its practice, Steven teaches the course, “Cultural Tourism: Realizing the Opportunity”, offered through the Cultural Resource Management Program at the University of Victoria. In addition, he is the principal author of the 100-page manual, Building Place: Planning & Developing a Creative Cultural Destination, for the course of the same title offered through the Bonavista Institute of Cultural Tourism, in Bonavista, Newfoundland. He is a regular guest lecturer in the Graduate Program in Tourism Policy and Planning at the University of Waterloo.

Steven works independently and in association with Toronto-based TCI Management Consultants and Edinburgh-based TEAM Tourism Consulting.

Tickets are $30 + HST. Price includes a light breakfast and a copy of best-selling author Robin Sharma’s new hardcover book Letters From The Monk Who Sold His Ferarri, compliments of Dagmar Resort. Please click here to purchase tickets, or call 1-800-413-0017 for more information.

Jacquie Severs, manager of communications and social media for the Robert McLaughlan Gallery, discusses benefits of being creative in Durham Region. Here, young artists and entrepreneurs can be close to the booming cultural center of Toronto, while still enjoying a measure of space and affordability.

Tickets are only $20 plus HST (General Admission) and are available at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres and the St. Francis Centre Box Office. For Box Office Hours call 905-619-2529 ext. 2787 (ARTS). For more information visit www.stfranciscentre.ca

Kerri King Tourism Manager The Regional Municipality of Durham Economic Development and Tourism 605 Rossland Road East Level 5 PO Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Direct Line: 905.668.4113 ext. 2606 Fax: 905.666.6228 Toll Free: 800.413.0017

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Do you have your tickets to see Robin Sharma at the Durham Tourism Summit? Tickets are $30 +HST and includes a Sharma’s new book (compliments of Dagmar Resort) For info visit www.artoftransition.ca

Check out this article that just appeared in the Toronto Star….

Sharma shows the way; Novel maps out road to happiness Toronto Star Nov. 5, By: Paul Irish

Author Robin Sharma is the first to admit that some of the advice he gives in his novel/self help books could be considered cliché by some.

Rising to fame in 1998 with the release of The Monk Who sold his Ferrari, the Richmond Hill resident warns of the utter futility of “keeping up with the Joneses” or the sad irony of “ending up as the richest person in the graveyard.”

But he stands behind the adages as a path to freedom and so do most of the six million people who have read his dozen works, seven of which are international bestsellers.

He is one of the most widely read authors in the world and his latest release – The Secret Letters of theMonk Who Sold His Ferrari (Harper Collins $30) – will likely keep him at the top.

In the original work Sharma, 47, introduced the now-famous character Julian Mantle, a successful but misguided lawyer whose physical and emotional collapse propels him to confront his life.

After suffering a heart attack in a courtroom he renounces his worldly trappings and embarks on soul-awakening journey to the east where he meets the Great Sages of Sivana who offer enlightenment.

The result – for the reader – is an engaging odyssey on how to release one’s potential and live with passion, purpose and peace.

The follow up, the just-released Secret Letters of the Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, is just as intriguing and powerful.

Mantle falls ill (again) and sends his nephew, Jonathan Landry, on an international journey to retrieve Mantle’s letters and other reflectionson what he has learned on life.

The voyage moves from the Bosphorous River in Turkey to a remote fishing community in India to the catacombs of Paris revealing a series of life-changing lessons meant to help readers reconnect with what matters most in work and life.

“A lot of us don’t realize what’s most important until the last hour of the last day,” Sharma said in an interview. “Most people miss out on the life they should have had and could have had.”

But what is the most important thing in life?

The answer, according to the Mantle character (and, of course Sharma himself) is: “to find out what you truly love to do and then direct all your energy towards doing it. Once you do this, abundance flows into your life and all your desires are filled with ease and grace.”

Sharma says relationship building (family, friends, office colleagues, even people you meet on the GO train) is a close second.

His third premise on a fulfilling life is: (yes, we’ve all heard it before but he insists that it works): stop comparing your life to the life of your neighbour.

To be sure, Sharma is no Pollyanna and realizes bold changes can be difficult.

He knows most people live in a comfort zone as he did at one point in his life and he understands why, it’s safe. And he also understands it’s hard to start a new direction once you begin a journey – but he insists if it’s sad and unfulfilling, it’s time to stop.

“Change takes courage,” he says. “If you’re not scared often, you’re not making much progress.”

A former litigation lawyer who became disgruntled with his job, its long hours and his sense of emptiness, Sharma turned to self help literature – loved it – and decided to share a synthesis of what he learned.

As well as being an author, he’s also the CEO of Sharma Leadership International., a success-coaching and training firm with clients such as FedEx, IBM, Microsoft, GM, Nike and Panasonic.

He says the world has entered a period where technology has become the master of man instead of the other way around.

He stresses he’s not a Luddite – he’s a strong believer in the Internet and the rest of the digital world – but warns we shouldn’t become hypnotized by our glowing computer screens.

The father of a teenaged son and daughter who have BlackBerrys, Sharma makes sure the pair read at least an hour of literature a night and has them active in sports and other non-electronic activities.

Most importantly, he’s making sure they develop strong ties with family and friends.

“A lot of people – including mothers, father, sisters and brothers – are losing the ability to relate to one another,” he says. “We have to relearn how to connect.”

Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-413-0017 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228

http://www.durhamtourism.ca

The Durham Tourism Summit will showcase Durham Region’s vibrant and creative tourism industry. Up to 40 exhibitors will represent Durham’s three top tourism industry sectors: sport; agri-business; and arts, culture and heritage. The marketplace floor, open from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., will be free for members of the public to attend. Visitors will learn about Durham Regions dynamic tourism industry through tradeshow booths; culinary samplings featuring Savour the Season restaurants; arts, culture and heritage displays (including Artisans Alley will local artists will have their work on display); and more.

In order to continue the growth and development of Durham Regions creative economy, the Durham Tourism Summit will also offer a tourism industry speaker series, including guest speakers, panel discussions and networking sessions for local businesses-presented by Central Counties Tourism.

Robin Sharma–a best-selling author and expert on leadership, change management and personal mastery–will deliver his keynote address following a business breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Tickets for the keynote presentation are $30 (plus HST and applicable service charges) and include an autographed copy of Sharma’s new book, Letters From The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, compliments of Dagmar Ski Resort. Tickets can be ordered online at www.durhamtourism.ca.

Other presentations, which are free of charge to attend, will take place throughout the day. These include:

• Steven Thorne, Specialist in Place-based Cultural Tourism, will present about why place is the key to cultural tourism from 10 to 10:45 a.m.
• A cycle tourism panel, consisting of Eleanor McMahon (President and Founder, Share the Road), Louisa Mursell (Project Manager, Welcome Cyclists Network) and Melissa Claxton-Oldfield (President, Oshawa Cycling Network), and facilitated by Jeff Brooks (Principal Planner, Durham Region), will take place from 10:50 to 11:45 a.m.
• Chef David Hawey and students from Durham Colleges Culinary Skills program will demonstrate how to create tasty appetizers utilizing local food from noon to 12:50 p.m.
• Rebecca LeHeup, Executive Director, Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance (OCTA), will discuss culinary tourism from 1 to 2 p.m.
• Barry A. Martin, Principal, Hypenotic Marketing, will talk about social media from 2 to 2:45 p.m.
• Donna Zuchlinski, Film Commissioner, Ontario Media Development Corporation (OMDC), and Brian Malcom, Executive Director, Parkwood National Historic Site, will present about the film industry from 2:45 to 3:15 p.m.
• Michael Hackenberger, Director, Bowmanville Zoo, will present about customer service excellence from 3:15 to 3:45 p.m. – William Lishman, artist, will present about creativity from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m.

The Durham Tourism Summit is a great opportunity for residents and visitors alike to discover Durham Region’s dynamic attractions, innovative businesses and thriving creative culture, said Kathy Weiss, Director of Economic Development and Tourism for Durham Region. In addition, by providing unique learning and collaboration opportunities for Durham Region’s business community, we will continue to strengthen our tourism industry–a major economic driver in Durham Region.

The day will culminate with the presentation of the inaugural Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA). This community-driven initiative aims to celebrate and promote the creative economy in Durham Region. Led by a committee of community members, its a spin-off initiative of the Art of Transition symposium held by Durham Tourism in November 2009.

Awards to be presented are:

- Best collaboration among business, the arts and the community. – Best story about Durham Region in any medium. – Best entertainment in any medium. – Best use of art and artists to advance social and environmental sustainability.

Nominations were received until Oct. 7, and are now in the hands of the DATCA judging committee, consisting of Ian Ross, Chief Executive Officer of the Whitby Public Library; David Prusinski, Communications and technology expert; Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-chief of Metroland Durham Region Media Group; Wayne Conrad, Chief Scientist at Omachron; Don Terry, Director of Nuclear Public Affairs at Ontario Power Generation; Jonathon Kotsopoulos, a Grade 11 student at J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate in Ajax; and Sharon Kennedy, Executive Director of Central Counties Tourism–all of whom are residents of Durham Region. Awards will be presented by Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Members of the public are encouraged to attend this free event.

For more information on the Durham Tourism Summit and DATCA visit www.artoftransition.ca.

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Media inquiries: THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM: Melissa Bies – Communications Co-ordinator 905-668-7711 ext. 2607 or melissa.bies@durham.ca

If this information is required in an accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 2607.

The call for award submissions was put out in early September. The DATCA committee received many submissions from local artists for the commission of the statue design. Falkenberg was selected by a committee of volunteers from the arts community in Durham Region as the successful artist to design the awards statue.

The selection committee felt that Edward Falkenbergs artist statement best represented the spirit of the Art of Transition movement in Durham Region, and will be a recognized symbol of the ever-growing creative economy in Durham Region for years to come, said Kerri King, Tourism Manager for Durham Region. We are honoured to have received many creative submissions from talented artists in the community. We thank everyone who submitted their design.

Falkenberg, an honours graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design, has lived in Claremont, a hamlet of Pickering, with his wife since 1968. For more than 40 years, he has been producing art for public spaces around the world, including the Canadian Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; the prestigious Bretton Place Apartments in Toronto; the Pickering Town Centre mall in Pickering; and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) campus in Oshawa.

The DATCA statue will be the second award statue in Durham Region designed by Falkenberg–he is commissioned annually by the Rouge Valley Health System to produce an original sculpture for the recipient of the Howard Sokolowsky Award for outstanding support of the Ajax-Pickering Hospital.

An active member of the arts and culture scene in Durham Region, Falkenberg initiated the development of a public art centre in west Durham Region. This concept grew into the Durham West Arts Centre, which opened in 2004.

Five DATCA statues will be handed out on Nov. 25 to winners of awards in five categories:

Best collaboration among business, the arts and the community. Best story about Durham Region in any medium. Best entertainment in any medium. Best integration of art and culture in the workplace. Best use of art and artists to advance social and environmental sustainability.

Statues will be engraved with the recipients name, award category and year. The DATCA is a community-driven initiative to celebrate and promote the creative economy in Durham Region, led by a committee of community members and is a spin-off initiative of the Art of Transition symposium held by Durham Tourism in November 2009.

For more information about DATCA, please visit www.artoftransition.ca.

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Price includes a light breakfast and a copy of bestselling author Robin Sharma’s new hardcover book Letters From The Monk Who Sold His Ferarri, compliments of Dagmar Resort. Please click here to purchase tickets, or call 1-800-413-0017 for more information.

Check out this great opportunity to attend an International Festival of Authors event right here in Durham!

Sarah Winman, author of the critically acclaimed and much talked about When God was a Rabbit will be here with Yvvette Edwards, author of the Booker longlisted debut novel A Cupboard Full of Coats.

Thom Ernst from TVO will be the moderator as Winman and Edwards discuss their books and their writing.

Blue Heron Books of Uxbridge will be on hand to sell books and the authors will be doing book signings.

The event takes place this Thursday, October 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Centennial Building, 416 Centre Street South, Whitby.

Tickets are available at all branches of the Whitby Public Library and online at http://www.litontour.com/events/ifoa-durham.

Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-413-0017 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228

http://www.durhamtourism.ca

Ontario Public Libraries Discover Your Library – Renew Yourself

Whitby, Ontario, March 25, 2011 -

This year marks the 26th Anniversary of Ontario Public Library Week and the 100th anniversary of the Whitby Public Library.

Public libraries play crucial roles in contributing to a community’s overall livability. Ensconced as dynamic hubs central to generating economic improvement, welcoming newcomers and promoting literacy, the public libraries of today are integral to our province’s growth and cultural vitality.

We invite to you renew yourself by visiting your public library to discover worlds where the past meets the future and engages your imagination and curiosity. Join the thousands of Ontarians who already recognize the value of their local library and are making the most of the free services available such as resources on job opportunities, career planning and training, small business management, and services like literacy programs, computer skills development and supports for newcomers, seniors, and students.

This year Durham public libraries (Ajax, Brock Township, Clarington, Oshawa, Pickering, Scugog, Uxbridge and Whitby) will launch Ontario Public Library Week, with Whitby Public Library’s Central Library hosting the formal kick-off, Monday, October 17, 2011. Special guests will include the Honourable Michael Chan, Minister of Tourism and Culture, Whitby Mayor Pat Perkins and local dignitaries.

Events will begin at 2:00 PM with a 30-minute reception hosted by the Whitby Public Library Board at which the Board Chairs and CEOs of Durham Region libraries, the Whitby Mayor and Council and other regional representatives will be invited to meet and mingle with Minister Chan and his staff. This will be followed by a 30-minute public ceremony to launch Ontario Public Library Week. The ceremony will be followed by refreshments and tours of the Central Library.

For additional information, please contact: Ian Ross, CEO, Whitby Public Library, 905-668-6541 Ext. 2222

Saturday 12 November, 2011

A Photography Auction Fundraiser in Support of The Robert McLaughlin Gallery.

RMG EXPOSED is a juried photo competition and photography auction that promotes and raises awareness about The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, contemporary photography, as well as showcases the talent of regional and national photographers. The evening includes a live auction and music, food and drink, silent auction and more. Please follow the progress of the 2011 event including our call for entries and learn more about the 2010 event and at www.rmgexposed.com http://www.rmgexposed.com/ . The juried competition was selected from nearly 300 entries and includes dynamic works. A two day advance preview is being held at the gallery on Thursday and Friday November 10/11. Come in to see the live and silent auction works in advance of the sale event!

VIP Event tickets are $60 each and include a lecture by Linda Rodeck, managing director of Sotheby’s Canada. Main event tickets are $40 each. Tickets are available for purchase online or at the RMG reception desk. http://www.rmg.on.ca/RMG-exposed.php

Greg Murphy, Dean of Media Art and Design at Durham College talks about the importance of finding a collective vision, talking to each other and listening effectively, as well as bringing people together to recognize the value of every other person in the community.

The Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA) are a new expression of corporate and civil citizenship in Durham Region, designed to engage creativity, innovation and collaboration in Durham Region’s business community. By building on the momentum from the 2009 Art of Transition Symposium, the awards will continue to grow Durham Region’s creative economy – including large corporations, small- and medium-sized enterprises, non-profit organizations and government – by celebrating creative minds in Durham Region.

The Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA) are a new expression of corporate and civil citizenship in Durham Region, designed to engage creativity, innovation and collaboration in Durham Region’s business community. By building on the momentum from the 2009 Art of Transition Symposium, the awards will continue to grow Durham Region’s creative economy – including large corporations, small- and medium-sized enterprises, non-profit organizations and government – by celebrating creative minds in Durham Region.

“Art is for everyone. Over the next 2 years we will work to develop and deliver barrier-free arts programming in Durham Region,” she said. “In 2014, we will share our inclusion model with other small to mid-sized galleries across Ontario and beyond.”

The announcement comes on the heels of new funding support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation that will build Station Gallery’s organizational capacity to bring their high demand family art programs to a satellite location in Brooklin.

“We’re ramping up with new staff, volunteers and specialized training,” adds Raetsen-Kemp.

The Ministry of Tourism and Culture is on board too, contributing funding to overhaul Station Gallery’s web presence as an arts and culture portal in Durham Region, accessible to everyone.

“We’re a free public art gallery,” says Raetsen-Kemp. “We will be accessible to all members of the public. And where they can’t come to us, we can provide a virtual arts experience through our website.”

Other corporate and private donors are endorsing the initiative. National private foundations have made donations and pledged multi-year support.

A corporate funder in Durham Region is championing a Station Gallery initiative that sends professional young artists into Lakeridge Health Whitby’s geriatric rehabilitation program.

“Art brings people together. This project is important on so many levels. The Lakeridge patients are members of this community who are struggling with becoming dependant on caregivers and isolated from friends and family. The experiences they share through the creation of art are models of social sustainability. It changes the lives of the patients and the artist instructors for the better,” says Raetsen-Kemp.

Rotarians from the Whitby Sunrise Club have also pledged their support. The program is set to begin this fall, although the gallery still needs to raise $4,000 in donations to cover the cost of program delivery.

For more information, visit www.whitbystationgallery.com.

The Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DATCA) are a new expression of corporate and civil citizenship in Durham Region, designed to engage creativity, innovation and collaboration in Durham Region’s business community. By building on the momentum from the 2009 Art of Transition Symposium, the awards will continue to grow Durham Region’s creative economy – including large corporations, small- and medium-sized enterprises, non-profit organizations and government – by celebrating creative minds in Durham Region.

A family day on Oct. 15 features Friends of Sunflower the Clown, who will paint faces and make balloon animals, and a screening of Kung Fu Panda 2. The panda will even be on site to meet the kids! Food such as pizza, popcorn and possibly Booster Juice will be provided and everything is free.

From Oct. 17 to 19, The Imagine Film Festival is showing feature films: Soul Surfer, The Beaver and This Dust of Words. Each film starts at 7 p.m. and all are free.

Oct. 20 is the main event; An Evening with Steven Page. Page will share his connection with mental illness and perform a short musical set. Tickets are $25 and going fast!

Check out the website for more info: www.ontarioshores.ca/imagine.

Michael Patrick, the president and general manager of the Bowmanville Foundry, talks about his business and the creative challenges and rewards of artistic innovation in his industry.

James Campbell, executive director of the Visual Arts Centre of Clarington, talks about the creative and artistic opportunities offered in the Bowmanville Mill, a historic 1905 building.

James discusses the importance of artistic expression and creativity and its positive impact on our daily lives.

Kathy Weiss, director of economical development and tourism for the Region of Durham, discusses the Art of Transition and encouraging a prosperous economy by transitioning from industry to a creative economy.

Lisa Endersby, the student experience advisor at the Student Experience Center at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, discusses how powerfully vital a creative mind is in today’s demanding and competitive business environment.

Arts, Culture and Non-Profit Community Groups

Interested in the world of social media and finding out how to build your organization’s online presence? Find out how social media can help your organization and how to use it as a marketing tool. Presenter: Rob Rock, Search Engine People, Ajax.

Facebook – Introduction This workshop will focus on Facebook and cover what Facebook is, how to create an account and what ways a not-for-profit organization can use Facebook to build awareness. Date: Tuesday October 4 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Location: Ajax Public Library, Main Branch, Rotary Room – 55 Harwood Ave. S. (Next to Town Hall)

Twitter This workshop will focus on Twitter and discuss what Twitter is, how to create an account and what ways a not-for-profit organization can use Twitter to market their organization. Date: Tuesday November 01

Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Location: Ajax Public Library, Main Branch, Rotary Room – 55 Harwood Ave. S. (Next to Town Hall)

Google Plus Google + is the newest social media site developed by Google. It is an extremely fast growing site and one that everyone should keep an eye on. This workshop will cover what Google+ is, how to create an account and what ways a not-for-profit organization can use Google+ for building awareness. Date: Tuesday November 15 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Location: Ajax Public Library, Main Branch, Rotary Room – 55 Harwood Ave. S. (Next to Town Hall)

Facebook – Advanced This workshop takes a more in-depth look at Facebook, more advanced strategies will be developed and refine the way Facebook is currently being used. Date: Tuesday November 29 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Location: Ajax Public Library, Main Branch, Rotary Room – 55 Harwood Ave. S. (Next to Town Hall)

Reserve your seat by e-mailing sharlene.melnike@townofajax.com or by calling Sharlene Melnike at 905-619-2529 ext. 7232. Reservations are required to attend and are taken on a first come basis. Provide your name, the organization name, a contact telephone number and e-mail address.

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Combining her powerful voice with comedic wit, musical theatre diva Sharron Matthews shares a hilarious and often heartbreaking journey from small town Ontario to the beaconing lights of Broadway. Weaving together stories that are both poignant and uproarious, Sharron takes you from her first job in Les Miserables to starring roles on Broadway and in film. Featuring music from ‘West Side Story’, ‘Guys and Dolls’, ‘Grease’ and other Broadway favourites, this high energy evening of music and comedy is guaranteed to entertain and enchant audiences.

“Sharron Matthews is PERFECTION” – Toronto Star “Matthews is a STUNNING PERFORMER” – Hamilton Spectator “Vocally Exquisite” – XTRA

The St. Francis Centre box office is open Tuesdays to Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. For more information call 905-619-2529 ext. 2787 (ARTS) or visit www.stfranciscentre.ca

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Kerri King Manager, Tourism

Planning and Economic Development Department Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Phone: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Toll Free: 1-800-372-1102 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6208

http://www.durhamtourism.ca

The arts and culture festival is occurring nation wide, and will be celebrated by a number of communities across Canada, including Durham Region.

We are thrilled to have such a variety of talented local artists participating in Culture Days this year, said Kathy Weiss, Director of Economic Development and Tourism for Durham Region. This is a great opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the rich culture and heritage that Durham Region has to offer.

More than 60 events throughout all eight area municipalities have been registered on the Durham Tourism website. For an updated listing of these events, please visit www.durhamtourism.ca.

Although the festival is only weeks away, Durham Tourism is still encouraging all interested artists, event producers and arts organizations in the region to register their Culture Days event online at www.durhamtourism.ca and www.culturedays.ca.

Culture Days encourages Durham residents and visitors to explore their creativity, and provides local artists and creative venues with an opportunity to promote themselves and their business, explained Kerri King, Manager of Tourism for Durham Region.

For more information, call Durham Tourism at 1-800-413-0017 or email tourism@durham.ca.

The DATCA, to be held on Nov. 25, is a community-driven initiative to celebrate and promote the creative economy in Durham Region. Five awards will be presented to citizens of Durham Region who are making a positive impact in the community via arts, culture and creativity. The DATCA is led by a committee of community members and is a spin-off initiative of the Art of Transition symposium held by Durham Tourism in November 2009.

Intended to be an iconic symbol of Durham Region culture, the three-dimensional DATCA statue will be awarded to these five DATCA winners.

The selected artist will be awarded $2,500 for the statue design concept and any pre-fabrication costs (if applicable). This cash prize has been made possible through DATCA community sponsorships.

The proposed design must be able to be reproduced or cast in a limited edition of 41 through foundry or other pre-determined method.

• The statue mold (if applicable) becomes property of DATCA and will be used for subsequent years of the awards program.
• Designs must not exceed 14 inches in height
• An allocation of space at the base of the award must be left to indicate the title and winner of the category, along side the DATCA logo.
• Copyright will remain with the artist with promotional and publicity rights granted to DACTA.
• The selected artist will be credited on all publicity and promotional use of the image
• Submitting artists and designers must reside in Durham Region and must not be an employee of the Region of Durham or a member or family member of the DACTA Awards Committee.
• Artists may enter submissions until Oct. 7.

To enter, submit an artist’s statement, resume, either a printed package or up to ten digital images of drawings or sketches of the proposed work (do not submit original work). Include technical information including medium, finished size, fabrication information, specifications and a quote of reproduction costs. If submitting digitally, images should be in jpeg format should include three-dimensional. Emails should not exceed 5mb in total size.

Entries must be submitted to the DATCA committee, c/o Jacquie Severs, chair Marketing and Communications Committee:

Jacquie Severs
JSevers@rmg.on.ca
72 Queen Street, Civic Centre, Oshawa ON

Now in its eighth year, with a total site attendance of over 20,000, Doors Open Oshawa 2011 features 22 sites, including three new sites, open to the public from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm (unless otherwise noted). Visit www.heritageoshawa.ca for a complete listing of participating sites and for information on special activities during the weekend.

Glimpse inside unique historical buildings, explore local architecture and culture, enjoy live concerts, view special displays, and choose from numerous lunch options. The sites are arranged in clusters and include a mix of commercial offices, museums, churches, cemeteries, naturalized areas and former private homes.

Look for the Doors Open Oshawa brochure at local library branches, museums, Service Oshawa, Oshawa Tourist Information Centre and The Robert McLaughlin Gallery.

Doors Open is a province-wide celebration of community heritage designed to create access, awareness and excitement about our heritage. Doors Open provides residents and visitors with a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden and always interesting places and spaces in our cities, towns and villages – all free of charge.

A dedicated committee of community volunteers, under the umbrella of Heritage Oshawa, and with the support of the Ontario Heritage Trust, has organized Doors Open Oshawa. This remarkable event is made possible through the support of local volunteers, the partnership of heritage organizations, and through the City of Oshawa, CKDO, Rogers Television, Channel 12, UOIT and The Robert McLaughlin Gallery.

Heritage Oshawa (an advisory committee of Oshawa City Council) is responsible for advising and assisting Council on matters related to heritage conservation of individual buildings of historical and/or architectural significance, and for promoting heritage conservation within the community. For more information, visit www.heritageoshawa.ca.

The Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards will recognize individuals and businesses that are making our community stronger by celebrating and promoting creativity, innovation and collaboration in Durham Region, said Kerri King, Tourism Manager for Durham Region.

The DATCA is the follow-up initiative to the Art of Transition symposium held on Nov. 12, 2009. The symposium–in which keynote speaker Dr. Richard Florida explored how Durham Region can achieve long-term economic prosperity by embracing and engaging the creative class–has inspired public engagement in the community, including social media buzz, the creation of Transitions zine (a quarterly publication about Durham Regions creative economy), and now, the Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards. The awards are driven by a committee of community members and being made possible through community sponsorship.

Nominations are open until noon on Oct. 7. The five award categories are: 1. Best collaboration among business, the arts and the community. 2. Best story about Durham Region in ANY medium. 3. Best entertainment in ANY medium. 4. Best integration of art and culture in the workplace. 5. Best use of art and artists to advance social and environmental sustainability.

An independent judging panel of community leaders will review the nominations and select the recipients of the awards based on the impact of the individuals’ contribution as well as factors such as uniqueness, effectiveness, influence, and sustainability.

The awards ceremony will take place following the Durham Tourism Summit, to be held on Nov. 25 at the Durham College/ UOIT Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre at 2000 Simcoe St. N. in Oshawa. Please visit www.artoftransition.ca for more information on the awards program, eligibility criteria, nominations and the judging process.

RMG EXPOSED is a juried photo competition and photography auction being held on Saturday, November 12, 2011 to promote and raise awareness about The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, contemporary photography, as well as showcase the talent of regional and national photographers. The evening includes a live auction, great music and food and a silent auction composed of the winning and honorable mention selections made by the jury from the open photography competition.

Check out last years winners at www.rmgexposed.com

By participating in the competition and being selected as a finalist, your donation to the silent auction helps support vital programmes and educational events at Durham’s largest public art gallery, the RMG.

Submission Rules

● Submit a maximum of 3 images, totaling a maximum of 5mb in size.

● Completed application form

● A brief biography (maximum 100 words)

Selected Participants Final Submissions

Selected artists will be notified by email on October 11th by email following jury review. If your work is selected you will be asked to deliver your printed image to the RMG no later than October 21st. All works will be matted and mounted in the gallery for public preview and sold at the silent auction during the RMG Exposed Event. Prize winners in each of the five categories will be announced during the event. Minimum print dimension for submission is 16 x 12 inches

Timeline Schedule

● Deadline for receipt of all submissions is Monday, October 3rd, 2011 at 4:00PM EST.
● Applicants will be notified of their status by email by October 11th.
● Delivery of selected works for silent auction October 21st.
● Submit photos to jcampbell@rmg.on.ca

Prizes:

Aecom Prize

• Best Overall – $650 + Portfolio Review TBA
• Second Overall – $200 Henry’s Gift Card
• Best Photo Journalism – Stephen Bulger Gallery Portfolio Review

Pikto Prize

• Best Landscape – $500 Pikto Gift Card
• Best Conceptional/Non-Representational – Prize TBA
• Best Student – $200 Robert Aldsworth’s Photo World Gift Card www.rmgexposed.com

The Awards are conferred in two categories: an individual artist award of $35,000 and an arts organization award of $50,000. Nominations can recognize a candidate engaged in any professional arts practice including (but not limited to) community arts, crafts, dance, music, opera, theatre, visual and media arts, writing or cultural industries such as book and magazine publishing, digital media, film, television and sound recording.

The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) administers the selection process for the Awards on behalf of the Government of Ontario. For more information contact the OAC at: 416-961-1660 ext. 6666, toll free 1-800-387-0058 ext 6666 or info@arts.on.ca.

Now is the time to recognize and celebrate great artists and arts organizations in strengthening your community and local economy. Nominations are due December 1, 2011.

Details about the Awards, guidelines and nomination forms are posted on the Ontario Arts Council website. http://www.mtc.gov.on.ca/en/awards_funding/Premiers_awards.shtml

Ibghy studied philosophy and afterwards earned an MBA at the École des Hautes Études Commerciales de Montréal. Lemmens studied photography before completing a MFA at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver.

The duo have been working in collaboration since 2002 and exhibiting across Canada and in Europe. This year they were invited to present their work at the 10th Sharjah Biennial in the United Arab Emirates.

Station Gallery in Whitby was introduced to their work through Michael Belmore. Belmore exhibited his own work at SG in 2009. He makes a much anticipated return as guest curator of the Ibghy Lemmens show entitled “The Promise of a Promised Land.”

“What a thrill to bring this innovative installation to the community,” says SG curator, Olex Wlasenko. “We couldn’t have done it without funding from the Ontario Arts Council and support from the Baagwating Community Association.”

The exhibition which run from September 10th – October 23rd.

To find out more about upcoming Station Gallery exhibitions, call 905-668-4185 or visit www.whitbystationgallery.com.

Comics from all over the world will be performing in Oshawa from Wed. Sept. 14th until Sat. Sept. 17th.

After having the opportunity to see Brad Garrett perform in Toronto, DRCF President, Rich Weisz, decided to organize a comedy festival in the Durham Region. Rich’s father, George Weisz, passed away in November, 2010. George was a member of the Oshawa Committee of Adjustments for over 30 years and he was also the Oshawa Harbour Commissioner. Rich states that, “I wanted to have this festival in memory of my father, while also raising a portion of funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.”

This festival is the first of its kind in the Durham Region and organizers guarantee that the people attending will be crying due to the amount of laughter they experience.

The star-studded line-up mainly consists of home-grown Canadian talent, as we would love to showcase some of our Country’s comedic successes.

On Wednesday, Sept. 14th, our opening night features “Randy & Mr. Lahey” from the hit show, The Trailer Park Boys. The last time they performed at the Green Bottle, it was a smoking success.

For information about more Durham Region Comedy Festival events during the month of September, visiw www.drcf.ca.

Attend any of the restaurants featured as a part of Savour the Season to enjoy prix fixe (fixed-price) lunch and dinner menus. These menus offer mouth-watering dishes, many of which are prepared using fresh-from-the-farm ingredients. This gives diners the chance to taste Durham Regions fall harvest, while at the same time supporting local restaurants and farms.

In its premier year, Savour the Season features 29 casual- and fine-dining restaurants, located across Durham Region. Chefs are preparing these multi-course lunch and dinner menus, starting at $20. Many dishes are inspired by and created using fresh, local food-including meat, cheese, fruits, vegetables, and even maple syrup-from 35 different Durham Region farmers and producers.

Savour the Season will show off Durham Regions diverse agriculture and hospitality industries, and is sure to be a great economic driver, said Kerri King, Tourism Manager for Durham Region. This is a great way for residents of Durham Region to support local business while enjoying a savoury seasonal meal.

Visitors to the Savour the Season website at www.durhamsavourtheseason.ca, can sort restaurants by area municipality, view full menus, and learn about the farm-fresh products being used. An interactive map makes it easy to locate Savour the Season restaurants in each area.

Reservations for Savour the Season are recommended, and should be made directly with the participating restaurant. For more information, visit www.durhamsavourtheseason.ca or call Durham Tourism at 1-800-413-0017.

With just one passport, the Heritage Culinary Tour will take you to four of the most majestic historic sites in the region, giving you an extensive inside look at houses built more than a century ago. It will also allow you to walk through breathtaking, landscaped gardens and to taste of some of the finest gourmet foods the GTA has to offer.

The four historic sites opening their doors for the weekend tour include Parkwood National Historic Site, (Oshawa), Garden of Eden (Whitby), Heritage House (Ajax), and the Pickering Museum Village (Pickering).

The Heritage Culinary Tour is also the kick-off event for Savour the Season, a 10-day culinary experience featuring 29 of Durham’s best casual and fine dining restaurants working with 35 local growers and producers. It showcases local farms and chefs, providing fresh-from-the-garden choices to consumers and supporting the local economy. www.durhamsavourtheseason.ca

Kerri King, Tourism Manager for the Regional Municipality of Durham, says she is pleased the two events are working together to help showcase the vast culinary delights as well as the historic beauty of the region. “This is a great example of a collaborative effort that helps showcase Durham as a unique tourist destination,” she says.

Each location will feature its own unique appetizers, all of them prepared by chef Cathy Brown and her team in the kitchens of Heritage House Catering. The menu for the tour will feature 10 gourmet appetizers as outlined below.

HCT Passports are $49 per person and $79 per couple. Options include Sunday brunch at Parkwood ($15 per person) or special overnight package at Whitby Holiday Inn Express, Ajax ($135). The tour runs Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the exception of the Pickering Museum Village, which is open Saturday 10-4 and Sunday 12 to 3 p.m. You can purchase your Passports online at www.heritageculinarytour.com or at The Heritage House after Aug. 29.

Station Gallery is hosting WAVE: Summer Music, a music event that showcases local artists from the community. On August 25th from 7pm to 9:30 p.m., past Station Gallery employee Darrin Davis returns to perform with his band The Strip, on quite a familiar stage. Returning from a tour that’s taken them from sold-out shows at the Horseshoe, The Strip brings their indie-rock styling’s to the local landscape.

As the second performance in the music series, returning fans can expect the same gourmet pub-style hors d’oeuvres and cold drinks from the bar. Sponsored by Steam Whistle and Durham Tourism, the evening’s entertainment is for those aged 19 and above.

“The WAVE: Summer Music series at Whitby’s Station Gallery is a great example of art and music joining forces in Durham Region to create wonderful events for members of our community to enjoy,” said Kerri King, Manager of Tourism with the Regional Municipality of Durham. “Events such as these help our creative community thrive while at the same time raising money for a great cause.”

Ticket proceeds from the WAVE: Summer Music performance series benefit Station Gallery’s community art workshops and classes. Tickets are on sale now and are available online at http://sgmusic.eventbrite.com/

To find out more about upcoming Station Gallery events and performances, call 905-668-4185 or visit www.whitbystationgallery.com.

I recently had a chance to attend the wonderful launch of the new Farmers’ Market in at the Pickering Town Centre and loved the variety of vendors and products……the market is open every Tuesdays from 2pm-7pm. That’s today!

Also, I just heard from Don Terry of OPG and he reports that the Farmers’ Market at Pickering Nuclear has an amazing selection of local farm fresh fruits and veggies, including orange and purple cauliflower (which have more nutrients that regular cauliflower). Don says that people have been raving about the strudels and meat pies….there are baked goods, preserves, all natural beef, kielbasa, pepperoni, honey, cheese, kettle popcorn, and much more! The Farmers’ Market at OPG runs every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking area on the northwest side of Montgomery Park Road in Pickering (Brock Road south). Congratulations to the folks at OPG for their leadership promoting local food!

Book your calendar today….I plan to visit tomorrow on my lunch break!

Enjoy the bounty of this beautiful region everyone!

Kerri King Tourism Manager The Regional Municipality of Durham Economic Development & Tourism 605 Rossland Road East Level 5 PO Box 623 Whitby ON L1N 6A3

Direct Line: 905-668-4113 ext. 2606 Fax: 905-666-6228 Toll Free: 800-413-0017

www.durhamtourism.ca www.durham.ca

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Music: From fiddle sensation Mark Sullivan to Canadian Music Icon Murray McLauchlan, and the exceptional talent of The Sadies, enjoy 12 hours of grass roots music.

Food: Hungry from the fresh air? Check out the local cuisine in the fresh food market.

Artists: Stroll through the paddock area will be converted into a unique gallery housing artists and artisans.

Family fun zone: Explore & learn with games, races, and activities for the whole family.

CAMfest is a one-day celebration of the creative talents of Clarington residents & neighbours. It’s a great community spirit builder, destined to become one of Clarington’s signature annual events. For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.camfest.ca.

While the music alone is reason enough to check out the show, the event also promises gourmet, pub-style hors d’oeuvres and cold drinks from the bar. Sponsored by Steam Whistle, with support provided by Durham Tourism with the Region of Durham, the evening is for those aged 19 and above.

“The WAVE: Summer Music series at Whitby’s Station Gallery is a great example of art and music joining forces in Durham Region to create wonderful events for members of our community to enjoy,” said Kerri King, Manager of Tourism with the Regional Municipality of Durham. “Events such as these help our creative community thrive while at the same time raising money for a great cause.”

If you can’t make the Campfire Boys in July, make sure you check out The Strip performing on Aug. 25. Same time as Campfire Boys, the show runs from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and this time features hip and trendy indie-style tunes.

Ticket proceeds from the WAVE: Summer Music performance series benefit Station Gallery’s community art workshops and classes. Tickets are on sale now and are available online at http://sgmusic.eventbrite.com/

To find out more about upcoming Station Gallery events and performances, call 905-668-4185 or visit www.whitbystationgallery.com.

How will you explore Durham Region this summer?

If you’re like me, you’ll take your family to the trails and discover Durham on two wheels.

Did you know more than 350 kilometres of recreational trails intertwine throughout our region? From waterfront paths to the rolling hills of the Oak Ridges Moraine, Durham abounds with excellent cycling routes. The trails will take you through a variety of landscapes and allow you to take in urban cities, small hamlets, conservation areas and lush forests, all while experiencing the region’s bountiful beauty. To order a Durham Region Trails guide, visit www.durhamtourism.ca.

Our province also boasts a wide variety of cycling opportunities, including a breathtaking path along the Waterfront Trail. This route connects 900 kilometres of scenic shorelines along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. From peaceful countryside to big cities, this trail links different communities and habitats together, creating a great, diverse ride for the whole family. Visit www.waterfrontrail.org.

Each day, about one million car trips are made both to and from Durham Region. As a result, roads can become congested, especially during peak travel periods. Why not leave the gridlock behind and get in gear? Providing more than just recreation, cycling to work can be a fun commuting option and a viable transportation alternative for many of us. Smart Commute Durham offers a number of resources for cyclists, as well as for organizations that employ 50 or more individuals. Visit www.smartcommutedurham.ca.

I’m always looking to support a good cause and each year the Ride 4 United Way provides a day full of fun, positive energy, with great music and food. Taking place this year on Aug. 28, and venturing through Oshawa, Clarington and Scugog, this charity ride provides three distance routes for avid cyclists, as well as a shorter community path. If you’re interested in being part of a large group of cyclists who ride for a reason, this event is for you. Visit www.ride4unitedway.com.

If you’re searching for bicycle-friendly places to eat, visit and sleep along your adventures, new networks such as Welcome Cyclists can assist. This program promotes bicycle-friendly businesses across Ontario, including establishments right here in Durham Region. Join the network for access to even more cycling routes, guides and transportation options. Visit www.welcomecyclists.ca.

This season, enjoy active, healthy living and get the most out of summer. See you on the trail.

Kerri King Tourism Manager The Regional Municipality of Durham Economic Development and Tourism 605 Rossland Road East Level 5 PO Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3

Direct Line: 905.668.4113 ext. 2606 Fax: 905.666.6228 Toll Free: 800.413.0017

www.durhamtourism.ca www.durham.ca