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$25,000 in artsVest grants dependent on local support
Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 07:15 AM
Thirteen Orillia arts and culture organizations are looking to local businesses to match the $25,000 in artsVest incentive grants awarded this week.
Business for the Arts selected Orillia as one of seven Ontario communities to receive matching incentive and sponsorship training for 2013-2014 through artsVest—a program designed to spark new business sponsorship of arts and culture. The City of Orillia, in partnership with the Orillia and District Arts Council and the Orillia District Chamber of...
College capabilities help local firm with global plans
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2013 08:30 AM
For a small manufacturer, going global is not easy. But it’s also critically important to long-term success.
Well established in North America, RM Products has set its sights on markets farther afield. Over the past few years, it has been laying the groundwork to sell its revolutionary modular fibreglass structures around the globe.
“When you sell a product outside North America, you have to have proven engineering behind your product,” said Randy Chotowetz, who, along with wife Marian, owns RM...
Downtown Tomorrow Plan wins national award
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2013 06:45 AM
The City of Orillia’s Downtown Tomorrow Plan has won an Award of Merit for Planning Excellence from the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).
The City, together with its consultant team led by Urban Strategies Inc., was recognized in the category of Rural/Small Town Planning at the CIP Conference in Vancouver in July 2013.
“Council is extremely proud of the Downtown Tomorrow Plan and the national recognition it has received,” said Mayor Angelo Orsi. “The Plan’s comprehensive vision will guide the...
Solar-project training lands jobs; second session added
Posted on Friday, August 30, 2013 09:15 AM
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More than half of the 35 individuals who attended last week’s free training session at the Orillia City Centre were employed in the solar industry within a few days.
Due to that success, a second free training workshop is scheduled for Sept. 5 from noon to 2 p.m. in council chambers.
“The rate of hiring following the last solar-project training is very encouraging,” said Dan Landry, manager of economic development for the City of Orillia. “Orillia is fortunate to have a strong...
Consumer Fireworks Displays are Not Permitted in Orillia
Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2013 07:30 AM
Throughout the summer months particularly around special events like Labour Day, many families like to enjoy firework displays. However, family fireworks in the City of Orillia are regulated by Chapter 938 of the City of Orillia's Municipal Code. That means it is illegal to use consumer or family-friendly fireworks such as:
- Showers
- Fountains
- Golden Rain
- Roman Candles
- Volcanoes
For more information contact the Orillia Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division at 705-325-5215 or Legislative Services at...
