Showplace Showcases Results From $66,000 Grant By Ontario Government For Post-Pandemic Impact

Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith saw the work of a $66,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant for the Showplace Performance Centre to develop a new strategic plan for moving forward past the impacts created by the pandemic, on Thursday.

The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

“This funding from the Provincial Government, through the Ontario Trillium Foundation, has played a crucial role in the strategic planning of Showplace Peterborough,” said Dave Smith, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP. “This Performance Centre is a cornerstone of our community, providing arts, culture, and live entertainment for individuals of all ages.”

The 18-month grant has allowed Showplace to bring in outside expertise to develop the plan and help with the costs of hosting focus meetings and helping with promotion and administrative costs.

Ken Doherty, past board chair, presented the plan to an audience, unveiling a new vision, mission and values to carry Showplace into its next era as Peterborough’s premier destination for arts, culture and live entertainment.

“The Ontario Trillium Foundation knows that Showplace helps local artists thrive. Our new strategic plan, with concrete actions and measurable results, will see Showplace grow to be an even more vibrant part of our community,” said Doherty. “As we look to the future, partners like Trillium will help us engage new audiences and hold our spot as Peterborough’s premier choice for live entertainment.”

The full plan can be viewed below:

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Peterborough Public Health Provides Tips to Protect Yourself From Cold Weather

Peterborough Public Health (PPH) has again activated its Extreme Cold Response Plan (ECRP) for the region and have provided tips to stay warm during the cold temperatures.

A normal body temperature is approximately 37°C; changes of even one or two degrees to a core body temperature can increase a person’s risk of harm. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The ECRP mandates that PPH monitor temperatures and notify residents how to protect themselves when the temperature or wind chill reach temperatures that could cause negative health impacts according to PPH.

When it is activated, alerts will be shared on PPH’s social media, through media outlets, and with partner agencies. 

While extreme cold can put everyone at risk, health risks are greatest for the following individuals: 

• people experiencing homelessness 

• older adults 

• children, especially infants and young children 

• people taking certain medications 

• people with certain health conditions (e.g., respiratory, cardiac, mental illness, mobility limitations) 

• people who live in homes that are poorly insulated, without heat/power 

• people who are active outdoors (e.g., outdoor workers, winter sport enthusiasts)  

Residents are reminded to protect themselves and those in their care from extreme cold by: 

• seeking shelter when the temperatures drop or there is a wind chill 

• always wearing clothing appropriate for the weather 

• dressing in layers, with a wind-resistant outer layer 

• wearing warm socks, hat, gloves, and scarf 

• changing into dry clothing as soon as possible, if you get wet 

• paying attention to weather alerts, including wind chill alerts 

• knowing their own risk factors, such as certain medical conditions  

PPH says most common cold-related injuries are windburn, frostbite and hypothermia, all of which are preventable. They continue to state that there is a higher risk of heart attacks during extreme cold events since a person’s heart rate will increase as the body tries to pump blood faster to maintain warmth. It is also likely to be slippery during cold periods, increasing the risk of falls and injuries because of hazardous conditions. 

The City of Peterborough has extended the hours of Trinity Community Centre, located at 360 Reid St, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (overnight services remain 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.). PPH encourages residents of the County to visit heated public spaces, such as libraries, arenas or warming centres when needed.   

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Hometown PTBO: Jordan Leal Going FromCo-Owning The House of Scales to The Hub Sauce Co.

This week on Hometown PTBO, David Tuan Bui talks with former House Of Scales owner and The Hub Sauce Co. founder Jordan Leal about his decision to leave the former to focus on the latter which launched last year.

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Peterborough Petes Earth Fifth Straight Home Win With 4-3 Shootout Win Over Ottawa 67's

The Peterborough Petes stay hot during the holidays, winning five games in a row at home thanks to a 4-3 shootout win over the Ottawa 67’s at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

Quinton Pagé opened the scoring after knocking the puck loose off a defender’s stick in the offensive zone and lifting the puck over the pad of a sprawling Jaeden Nelson for a 1-0 lead. Ottawa responded with a goal in the final second of the period as Will Gerrior ripped a one-timer on the power play, just narrowly beating the buzzer for a 1-1 tie.

Late in the second period, the Petes were on the power play. Aiden Young faked a shot and wired a pass to a streaking Colin Fitzgerald, who tipped it in for a 2-1 score. Peterborough built their lead as Young was on the rush and did a give-and-go with captain Johnathan Melee and the former tipped it in on the backhand for a 3-1 lead going into the third.

Ottawa was able to mount a comeback in the third period, scoring twice just over halfway through the period, thanks to Gerrior and Henry Mews for a tie game. With the rest of regulation and overtime solving nothing, the terms went to a shootout to decide a winner.

The following are the shootout results:

• PBO - Caden Taylor (Goal)

• OTT - Caden Kelly (No Goal)

• PBO - Colin Fitzgerald (No Goal)

• OTT - Nathan Amidovski (No Goal)

• PBO - Gavin Bryant (No Goal)

• OTT - Will Gerrior (No Goal)

The Petes have one last game before the holiday break as they hit the road to Kingston to take on the Frontenacs on Friday at 7 p.m. at the Slush Puppie Place.

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Peterborough Airport May See Increased Flight Services Following New Air Traffic Plans

Peterborough Regional Airport’s aviation activity and growth potential has been recognized through NAV CANADA’s Level of Service Study for Peterborough’s airport, with recommendations for NAV CANADA-staffed traffic management to support airplane movements.

File Photo.

The Level of Service Study with its recommendations was posted earlier this week on the NAV CANADA website for a 60-day public review before the recommendations are forwarded to Transport Canada for concurrence.

If Transport Canada supports NAV CANADA’s recommendations, NAV CANADA would implement a new Flight Service Station at the Peterborough Regional Airport according to the City.

“NAV CANADA’s recommendation supports increased activity while monitoring airport movements and enhancing safety,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “This direction further supports the long-term strategic growth and will establish the airport as a regional centre of economic growth and prosperity.”

NAV CANADA’s specific recommendations include:

• Implement Airport Advisory Service, Vehicle Control Service and Ground Advisory Service, 15 hours per day from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Install an Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS)

• Establish a means of surveillance to approximately 200 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) within the 5 nautical miles at the Peterborough Airport and to 1,000 feet AGL within 10 nautical miles of the airport

The public review for NAV CANADA’s air traffic service requirements proposal closes on Feb. 18.

Implementing air traffic services at the Peterborough Regional Airport reflects progress under City Council’s Strategic Plan for a future-ready City with the airport identified in the strategic pillar Growth and Economic Development as a vibrant regional aviation hub.

Peterborough Regional Airport is an aerospace employment hub for the region serving various aerospace industry sectors. The airport is home to over 20 businesses, which employ about 500 people. The airport's 7,000-foot-long runway and supporting infrastructure have been designed to accommodate up to the Boeing 737 series aircraft.

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City Offering Free Skating and Drop-in Skate and Swim Sessions During Holiday Season

The City of Peterborough is offering free public skating as well as regular paid drop-in skating and swim sessions from Dec. 23 to Jan 3.

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

A free public skate takes place from 3 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. on Dec. 29 at the Gardener Pad at the Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd. The Gardener sponsors this event.

“We believe in giving back to the community that has supported us for so many years that’s why we’re thrilled to sponsor a free public skate on December 29th as a way to bring families and friends together during the holiday season. It’s our way of giving back and creating special moments for the Peterborough community,” said Ryan Quigley, owner of The Gardener Landscaping.

“Skating is a fun and energizing way to stay active and have a little fun with friends and family in our community. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, this free public skating event has given everyone the chance to enjoy the benefits of exercise and shared experiences.” said Councillors Lesley Parnell and Alex Bierk, Community Services Co-Chairs in a join statement.

Paid drop-in skating sessions are held at the Healthy Planet Arena from Dec. 23 to Jan. 3. Details on dates and times are as follows:  

• Monday, Dec. 23 from 11 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. @ The Gardener Pad

• Friday, Dec. 27 from 2:15 p.m. – 4:05 p.m. @ Sign-a-fied Pad

• Saturday, Dec. 28 from 3 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. @ Sign-a-fied Pad

• Sunday, Dec. 29 from 3 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. @ The Gardener Pad (Free skate)

• Monday, Dec. 30 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. @ Sign-a-fied Pad

• Thursday, Jan. 2 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. @ Sign-a-fied Pad

• Friday, Jan. 3 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m.@ Sign-a-fied Pad

The cost for the paid drop-in public skating dates and times is $5.25 per skater.  CSA-approved helmets are recommended and skates are required.  Hockey sticks, nets and shoes are prohibited.  All public skates are drop-in and no pre-registration is required. 

For outdoor skating, the City maintains an outdoor skating rink at Quaker Foods City Square on Charlotte Street, east of Aylmer Street, for free community skating, weather permitting. When ice conditions allow, the Quaker Foods City Square rink operates Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Holiday Drop-In Fun Swim occurs at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr. 

Drop-in swim sessions are open to all ages and include the therapy and leisure pools, the water slide and active water features. The cost is $5 per swimmer.

The schedule is as follows:  

• Monday, Dec, 23 from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

• Friday, Dec. 27 from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

• Saturday, Dec. 28 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

• Sunday, Dec. 29 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

• Monday, Dec. 30, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

• Thursday, Jan. 2 from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

• Friday, Jan. 3 from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

• Saturday, Jan. 4 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

• Sunday, Jan, 5 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Additional open swims, lane swims and nursery swims are available during the holidays at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre.

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Miskin Law Community Complex To Open On Jan. 15

The City of Peterborough has stated that the new Miskin Law Community Complex will be open on Jan. 15, located at the corner of Lansdowne and Park Streets.

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Miskin Law Community Complex was held on Dec. 8, 2022. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The grand opening has free public skating, indoor walking track and a free yoga program.

The Miskin Law Community Complex will officially open its doors with the grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting at 1 p.m., followed by programming that welcomes the community to explore the new facility.

The grand opening will include the unveiling of a new Indigenous public art installation and the Mayor’s First Skate event for residents to get on the ice at the Miskin Law Community Complex. 

The following is the schedule for the grand opening:

• 1 p.m. - Grand opening ceremony

• 1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. - Guided tours of the new facility

• 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. - Mayor’s Skate – free public skating

• 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. - Free yoga class

• 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Free community public skate sponsored by Miskin Law

The official opening of the new Peterborough Public Library branch that will be located inside the Miskin Law Community Complex will take place at a future date.

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Peterborough Man Arrested and Charged After Allegedly Slapping, Choking and Harassing a Woman

A 30-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after a series of incidents involving a woman known to him on Wednesday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

During the investigation, officers learned that a woman known to the suspect had been slapped and choked and then received unwanted communications.

The man was arrested and charged with:

• Assault Cause Bodily Harm - Choke x2

• Assault

• Criminal Harassment – repeatedly communicate

The accused is held in custody and will appear in court on Thursday.

In order to protect the identity of the victim in this incident of intimate partner violence, the name of the accused is not being released. 

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List of City Services During the 2024-2025 Holiday Period

Several City of Peterborough services will offer modified hours, with some closures, from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day as regular hours for most services resume on Jan. 2.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Essential services, such as emergency services, public works and wastewater treatment, continue uninterrupted. Public Works can be reached 24/7 for urgent matters at 705-745-1386.

The Social Services administration office is closed from noon on Christmas Eve until New Year’s Day reopening with regular hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Jan 2. For emergency shelter services, individuals can phone 705-926-0096 at any time. City-operated childcare programs will be closed at noon on Dec. 24 and reopen with regular hours on Jan. 2.

City Hall, including the Tax Office, Clerk’s Office, Building Services, and Planning and Development, will be closed starting at noon on December 24, reopening with regular hours on Jan. 2.

Curbside collection of Green Bins, garbage and recycling continues over the holiday period, with the following changes: collection for zones 3 and 4 moves from Christmax Day to the following Saturday. Collection for zones 5 and 6 moves from Boxing Day to the following Monday. Zones 3 and 4 collection on New Year’s Day moves to Saturday, January 4.

For missed recycling collection, please phone Emterra at 705-742-3139. For missed garbage or Green Bin collection, phone Public Works at 705-745-1386. 

The City-County Landfill will close early at 11:45 a.m. on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31, and will be closed on Dec. 25, Dec. 26 and Jan. 1.

Most recreation and community services are open over the holiday period with revised hours of operation. 

The Quaker Foods City Square outdoor rink is expected to be open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. On Dec. 24, the rink is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will be closed on December 25. Unscheduled rink closures may be required due to inclement weather and ice conditions. 

There will be holiday adjustments to Transit schedules from Dec. 19 to Jan. 5, including suspended late-night trips and trips ending early on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. There is no Transit service on Dec.25 and Jan. 1.

The following is a detailed schedule of City services and facilities:

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Selwyn Mayor Officially Sworn In As Deputy Warden

Selwyn Township Mayor Sherry Senis was officially sworn in as Deputy Warden for a two-year term following her selection by Warden Bonnie Clark after Wednesday’s County Council meeting.

Photo courtesy of Peterborough County.

This is Senis’s second term as Deputy Warden. She has been involved in municipal government since 2006 and has served on County Council since 2014.

“It has been an honour and privilege to serve Peterborough County as Deputy Warden since 2022,” said Senis. “I want to thank Warden Clark for her continued confidence and support in my continuing to serve as Deputy Warden for the next two years. I am passionate about Peterborough County and I look forward to continuing my work together with County Council, staff, townships, businesses, and residents to deal with local challenges and taking opportunities for the benefit of our community.”

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