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Tuesday March 1, 2011
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Ted Talks
Patrick Chappatte: The power of cartoons
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In a series of witty punchlines, Patrick Chappatte makes a poignant case for the power of the humble cartoon. His projects in Lebanon, West Africa and Gaza show how, in the right hands, the pencil can illuminate serious issues and bring the most unlikely people together. |
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Retirement
Pension Security Town Hall
Waterloo - The Waterloo Regional Labour Council in partnership with the Canadian Labour Congress and the Guelph and District Labour Council would like to invite you to an information session on Pension Security and the CLC plan to protect pensions by increasing CPP benefits.
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Webcast
Region to host live webcast for rapid transit public consultation
Kitchener – The Region of Waterloo is inviting residents to participate in the rapid transit public consultation process from the comfort of their own homes. On March 2, 2011, the Region is hosting an interactive webcast from 7 to 8 p.m. A panel of Regional staff with expertise in engineering, transportation planning and community planning will participate in a discussion about the history, status and next steps of the rapid transit project with local radio personality Mike Farwell. The discussion will be broadcast live over the internet, and those watching will be encouraged to submit their own questions.
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PSA
P3: People, Planet, Profit - A Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility
Waterloo - Join us for a day of engaging speakers and stimulating discussion. P3: People, Planet, Profit is a one-day conference designed to educate and inspire businesses to develop or deepen their corporate social responsibility practices.
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Contest
Every word counts in Laurier’s 100 Words Drabble Contest
WATERLOO – You may be wondering: “What the heck is a drabble?” A drabble is a fiction story exactly 100 words long. Laurier launched the 100 Words Drabble Contest to celebrate the university’s 100th anniversary.
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Competition
Waterloo Region Technological Skills Elementary Competition 2011 Results
Waterloo – More than 700 local elementary school students participated in the WATERLOO REGION TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS ELEMENTARY COMPETITION -- February 24-25, 2011 at Conestoga College. The competition offered five different technology challenges for students in Grades 4-6 and 7-8. The Waterloo Catholic District School Board was very successful with 24 teams winning gold, silver or bronze.
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Citizenship
Lloyd Axworthy to speak at Laurier’s Global Citizenship Conference
WATERLOO – The Hon. Lloyd Axworthy, former federal minister of foreign affairs, will be the keynote speaker at Wilfrid Laurier University’s annual Global Citizenship Conference March 5. The theme of this year’s conference is “Canada’s International Image.” The theme of this year’s conference is “Canada’s International Image.” Panel discussions and workshops focused on this theme will run from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and conclude with the keynote presentation by Axworthy at 6 p.m. in Laurier’s Arts building room 1E1. There will also be a non-governmental organization networking fair from 3:15 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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Global Events
‘In the Footsteps of the Famous Five’
Cambridge Exhibition Marks the Centenary of International Women’s Day
Cambridge - Around the world events will take place in March to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women as the Centenary of International Women’s Day is celebrated. The City of Cambridge is offering a unique artistic experience in the mix.
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Literature
A Novel Idea at Cambridge Farmers’ Market
The ‘Bullybeasts’ Take Over on March 5th
Cambridge - The Cambridge Farmers’ Market, 40 Dickson Street, will come to life with characters from delightful adventures that feature ‘bullybeasts’ when local author Deron Rennick visits on Saturday March 5th.
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Volunteerism
6th ANNUAL COUNTY OF WELLINGTON VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION AWARDS
Guelph - The Volunteer Centre of Guelph/Wellington, in partnership with the County of Wellington, is currently taking nominations for the 6th annual County of Wellington Volunteer Appreciation Awards. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, March 30, 2011.
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Judging
Seven of Canada's Top Advertising Professionals to Judge at Cannes
Cannes Lions 2011 Entry Deadlines Fast Approaching
TORONTO - Seven of Canada's top advertising professionals have been selected to help judge the industry's best global talent at the 58th International Advertising Festival. Canada's best joins the group of esteemed judges to award the coveted Lion trophies at the 58th Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.
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Technology
Canada’s Pixel-perfect Business Conditions Touted by Ontario Technology Corridor at GDC San Francisco
More than 18,000 graduates from 174 specialized digital media programs, plus targeted Ontario incentives attract international entertainment companies
Ottawa – To use a hockey metaphor, the Ontario Technology Corridor has dropped the gloves on Canadian modesty. Executives from Ontario’s talent-rich tech cities are promoting pixel-perfect business conditions for expanding digital media companies. The C.D. Howe Institute, which studies social and economic policies, immodestly states that Canada’s international reputation as a destination for capital and investment is better than it has been for a generation.
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Energy
Soaring Gas Prices Requires New Direction in Energy Policy, CAW President says
TORONTO - This weekend's surge in gasoline prices across Canada is further proof that Canada needs a fundamental change in its energy policy, said Ken Lewenza, CAW National President.
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Survey
GOT SNIFFLES? Accountemps Survey: Managers Caution Against It, But Half of Workers Go Into the Office Sick
TORONTO - "In sickness and in health" may apply to marriage, but it's also an increasingly common workplace vow, a new Accountemps survey reveals. Fifty-one per cent of employees admitted to going into work when feeling under the weather. Fifty-seven per cent of workers interviewed said when a colleague comes in sick, however, they worry most about being exposed to his or her illness; only 11 per cent are impressed by their coworker's dedication.
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Assets
OMERS Net Assets Exceed $53 Billion in 2010
Plan Has Grown by Close to $10 Billion Since 2008 Global Financial Crisis
TORONTO - OMERS announced its net assets rose to $53.3 billion as of December 31, 2010, up from $47.8 billion the year before. The total rate of return in 2010 was 12.01 per cent, compared to 10.6 per cent in 2009. The Plan's growth in net assets for 2009 and 2010 combined was $9.9 billion.
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Construction
HOLCIM CANADA READY TO DELIVER PORTLAND LIMESTONE CEMENT
A new class of cement with strong environmental and sustainable construction credentials can now be used in Ontario and Quebec
MISSISSAUGA - A new class of cement called Portland-limestone cement will become mainstream in Ontario and Quebec. The Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing recently announced that PLC is referenced in the Ontario Building Code. In Quebec, the Régie du Bâtiment approved PLC as an 'alternative solution' to General Use cement. Holcim (Canada) Inc.'s cement plants in Mississauga, Ontario and Joliette, Quebec, manufacture PLC and have been supplying the materials for customer trials with ready-mix producers and concrete product manufacturers in both provinces.
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Entrepreneurship
National entrepreneurship forum - Employers Council proposes a global and concerted strategy to stimulate entrepreneurship
MONTREAL - While entrepreneurship represents one of the key aspects in creating wealth and prosperity, the province of Québec may well be facing an acute shortage of entrepreneurs in just a few years time. In fact, it is estimated that by 2018, only 3,000 entrepreneurs in the 30-to-44 years of age bracket will be helping to succeed some 25,000 entrepreneurs who are planning to retire during this time span, a contingent 10 times less than that in Ontario.
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