Harvest from the school's Transition GardenSally leading the discussionDinner is served!
We kicked off August in the best possible way – with food. Welcoming Chris and Sally from Transition Guelph, we listened with interest as they shared their knowledge of the challenges of Peak Oil and Economic Instability, and progress of their own Transition group which has been active longer than our own. We believe we are on the right track with the meetings, projects, and connections being made. Of course the hi-lite was dinner, and was it ever good: a collection of dishes almost straight out of people’s gardens. Thanks to all who came and shared.
There is really important work ahead. As citizens of the Northern Bruce Peninsula, we have the opportunity to exercise one of our democratic rights and participate in Bruce County’s upcoming planning review for the 3 Northern Bruce communities of Ferndale, Tobermory, and Lion’s Head. There is an extensive planning document that can be accessed in hard copy at the Municipal Office, or online at this link: http://www.northbrucepeninsula.ca/siteengine/activepage.asp?PageID=19 .
Deputy Mayor John Bainbridge is maintaining a blog where he will be sharing his analysis of the process, so be sure to check that out at http://johnbainbridge9.wordpress.com/ . That should provide some background to what is happening over the next few months.
In mid-September, North Bruce Peninsula Transition will be hosting Sabine Robart, the county planner leading this review. She will provide an overview of the document and process and answer any questions the group has. Following her talk that night, we will begin the process of identifying our concerns, goals, and contributions to this plan.
This is really important work that lies ahead. This is our chance to comment on how our communities build resilience and deal with the challenges that lie before us, so that our communities remain vibrant, resilient and joyful places to live lives. Please be a part of this, all are welcome.
Dates for these meetings will begin in mid-September, we will alert you as soon as the players are in place.
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