‘Awards and Contests’ Information
Written by admin on 24 July 2011
Photos courtesy Jeff Anderson by Kimberly McNaughton or Renee Anderson RAINBOW FALLS PROVINCIAL PARK, ON – As part of Canada’s National Fishing Week celebrations, July 2 – 10th a very special event was held near Schreiber. Saturday, July 9th, the 4th Annual Rainbow [Read more]
Written by Reader Submission on 23 July 2011
Five young dancers recently represented Thunder Bay and Canada proudly in Wisconsin Dells at the Celebration Talent’s National Dance Competition. Members of Dance Dynamics Studio, Sierra Erickson (7), Isabella Jedruch (8), Sadie Cameron (8), Chynna Erickson (9), and Jade Erickson (11) [Read more]
Written by Schreiber Library on 23 July 2011
SCHREIBER, ON – During the 2011 Heritage Days, the Schreiber Public Library (SPL) hosted a historical photo contest. As can be seen in these photos, the judges had some very difficult decisions to make as a multitude of wonderful submissions were received. The winners were as follows: [Read more]
Written by Schreiber Library on 21 July 2011
SCHREIBER, ON – Last week during Heritage Days, the Schreiber Public Library sponsored several fun activities including a Bocce Ball Tournament, a Historical Photo Contest and, as seen in these photos, a Chalk Drawing Contest. The Chalk Drawing Contest had a wonderful turn-out, [Read more]
Written by Schreiber Library on 21 July 2011
SCHREIBER, ON – Schreiber Public Library (SPL) hosted a Bocce Ball Tournament during Schreiber Heritage Days last week. The tournament was a ton of fun, all played with good sportsmanship said Linda Williamson of the SPL, thanking all those involved for their participation. Adult: Bob [Read more]
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 18 July 2011
McGuinty Government Names Council Of The Federation Award Winner Ningwakwe George, a passionate advocate for literacy who inspires Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people, is the winner of Ontario’s 2011 Council of the Federation Literacy Award. Premier Dalton McGuinty honoured Ms. George for [Read more]
Written by Reader Submission on 05 July 2011
TERRACE BAY, ON – Canada Day, Friday, July 1st the North Shore Family Health Team held their Mount Neverest Finale. Though there was less than anticipated participation on this day, the Mount Neverest Challenge was very successful and helped to kick-start a healthier lifestyle for many [Read more]
Written by admin on 03 July 2011
MARATHON, ON – July 1st Marathon Summerfest 2011 was kicked off with their 2nd Annual Summerfest Parade. The parade was much larger than last year’s and included many fun entries and colourfully decorated boats. Later, at the Fish Derby Registration, Captains’ Meeting and [Read more]
Written by Township of Terrace Bay on 03 July 2011
TERRACE BAY, ON – Treasure Quest Winners! The annual Great Terrace Bay Treasure Quest was held on Saturday, July 2nd with 6 teams participating in this years quest for the $500 prize. The teams raced all day looking for the answers to the 5 clues that would lead them to the map to find [Read more]
Written by Manitouwadge Public School on 30 June 2011
Front Row: Kyle Amor, Dylan Bellerose, Dylan Fogarty, Jayden Tiedtke, Jarrod Brennan, Braden Kotyk Second Row: Caitlynn Hames, Morganna Morrell, Dillon MacGregor, Stephanie Desaulniers, Nigel Knee, Veronique Robichaud, Samantha Atkins, Mrs. Turnbull Third Row: André Bourgeois, Joey Fleurent, [Read more]
Written by Holy Angels Catholic School on 28 June 2011
SCHREIBER, ON – Friday, June 24th Grade 8 Students from Holy Angels Catholic School celebrated their elementary school graduation with a mass, awards presentation and supper in their honour. Principal Kim Figliomeni and their teacher Robert Fenton offered words of encouragement and wisdom [Read more]
Written by Ontario Newsroom on 28 June 2011
IIFA Weekend and Awards Helps Strengthen Ties Between Ontario, India The first International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend and Awards in North America wrapped up a successful festival in Ontario, bringing unprecedented international attention to the province. The weekend ended with a tribute [Read more]
Written by admin on 28 June 2011
Marathon School Takes 1st Overall MANITOUWADGE, ON – June 20, 2011 the Superior North Catholic District School Board Annual Invitational Track & Field was held, hosted by Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School. Local public schools, Manitouwadge Public School (Superior-Greenstone [Read more]
Written by admin on 08 June 2011
MANITOUWADGE, ON – th. Those who came out to brave drizzling rain, mosquitoes and gloomy skies, did have a great time, the children in particular thrilled to see that Jung had once again outdone herself with a table full of great prizes to be drawn for all ages.The 2011 Fun Run, an [Read more]
Written by Confederation College on 07 June 2011
The SUCCI/OASA Student Leadership award went to Tiffany Moffat, who graduated today from the Business Human Resources and Business Administration Human Resources Programs. Tiffany Moffat has been active in student leadership during her time as a student at Confederation College. Her official [Read more]