Forimmediaterelease (April 23,2019) - The Orillia Fire Department is spreading lifesaving information throughout the coming months as the annual Alarmed for Life program kicks-off on May 1, 2019.

 

"Orillia Fire crews will be out in the community going door-to-door offering assistance and advice to homeowners," said acting Orillia Fire Chief Brent Thomas. "With changes in laws and technology, we want to ensure Orillia residents have the smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarm information they need to keep themselves and their families safe. If residents have smoke or CO alarm questions or concerns, we encourage them to contact us immediately."

 

Each week from May 1 to Sept. 31 fire crews will be delivering important public education materials to homeowners and tenants in neighbourhoods throughout the city. If residents are unsure if they are adequately protected, fire fighters will check to ensure that smoke and CO alarms are properly located and operating correctly.

 

In 48 per cent of Ontario's fatal fires between 2011 and 2015, the smoke alarms had no connection to power. It was found that either the smoke alarm batteries were dead or they had been removed. Changes in smoke alarm technology address the temptation to disable these devices because of nuisance alarms.

 

Smoke alarms are required on every storey of the home and between living areas and sleeping areas. In homes built after January 1, 2016, smoke alarms are also required in each sleeping room. CO alarms are required to be installed adjacent to every sleeping room in homes where there is a fuel burning appliance or an attached garage. For added protection, we recommend the installation of a CO alarm on every storey of the home.

 

For more information on smoke and CO alarms, please visit orillia.ca/alarms .

 

The City of Orillia is a city of 30,586 people in the heart of Central Ontario on the shores of Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe. Visit our website at orillia.ca.

 

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The Mulcahy Family Gallery

This exhibition features a suite of a variety of large scale works by Scott Sawtell that illuminate and illustrate the mind, spirit and the mythology of artist-genius.   Luscious, deep colours meld with playful shapes creating imagined recesses alongside layers and levels of imagined structures.  Sawtell's intuitive painting is inspired by his children's imaginative stories, creatures, dreams and fears. 

For more information about exhibitions, please contact Ninette Gyorody, Executive Director at 705-326-2159 x101 or by  email.

Renowned Group of Seven artist Franklin Carmichael was born in Orillia and is buried at St. Andrews - St. James Cemetery. An inductee into the Orillia Hall of Fame, we are proud of his contribution to Canadian art and his legacy of capturing the beauty of the local landscapes in his paintings. The Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH) hosts the Carmichael Art History Lecture annually to honour this legacy.

The History Committee at OMAH is pleased to announce artist Tony Bianco and Robert Browne, son-in-law of late artist Emmanuel Hahn, as this year's guest speakers with their talk entitled "The Art of Money: Design of Canadian Coinage.''

Orillia Opera House: Upcoming Events

Various dates

For more events please visit www.orilliaoperhouse.ca

May 7

4:30pm

7:00pm See My Voice Orillia Youth Centre is pleased to present this Youth-Driven Black Light Theatre No Entrance Allowed Once Show has started. Cash Donation at the Door

May 8

7:30pm 

Matt Andersen & The Mellotones Join powerhouse performer Matt Andersen with the Mellotones, an outstanding R&B, funk and sole band and special guest Amy Helm. On Sale Friday February 22 at 11:00 A.M. All Seats $48.00

May 9

8:00pm 

Classic Albums Live-Led Zeppelin-House of the Holy The world's greatest classic rock albums performed live. Note for Note, Cut for Cut All Seats $45.50

May 11

11:30am & 6:00pm 

Happily Ever After The DanceRoom's 15th Annual Recital featuring competitive, recreational routines, including Acrobatics, Ballet, HipHop, Highland, Jazz, Contemporary Musical Theatre, Tap and more. All Seats $25.00 Everyone requires a ticket - Even Babes in Arms

May 12 

2:30pm 

Orillia Silver Band Goes To The Beach Join the Orillia Silver Band as they feature classic summer music by the Beach Boys, Beatles, Handel's Royal Water Music and the ever popular Girl From Ipanema. ON SALE Tuesday February 19 at 11:00 Adults $25.00 Youth 18 & Under $10.00

May 30 

7:30pm 

Roy Orbison-All Star Tribute Bill Culp Productions is pleased to present this "All Star Tribute" that celebrates the incredible career of the legendary "Big O"...Roy Orbison! All Tickets $39.00

The Valis Sound Studio Fund will be established in memory of Nelson Bell. Nelson had a passion for music and the Orillia Youth Centre along with his family and members of the community are working to establish a Sound Recording Studio for youth in Nelson's memory. As well we are incredibly excited to be working to establish a bursary fund in Nelson's memory that will be awarded annually to youth on the autism spectrum. This fund is being established at the Community Foundation of Orillia and Area.

The Orillia Youth Centre proudly presents Dinner and a Show; An Intimate Evening with Lance Anderson and Quisha Wint with Russ Boswell on Friday May 3, 2019 at St. Paul's Centre in beautiful Downtown Orillia. All proceeds from this night benefit the Orillia Youth Centre Valis Sound Studio Fund and Nelson Bell Bursary. The evening will consist of a spectacular Three Course Dinner which will be brought to you by Eclectic Cafe by Melanie Robinson Catering with support from the Twin Lakes Hospitality Class. A special menu celebrating Nelson Bell's Favourite Food will be highlighted. (vegetarian option available) Doors and Dinner seating begin at 6pm. Tickets for this night are available online: http://www.orilliayouthcentre.ca in Downtown Orillia at Alleycats Music and Art (cash only) or directly from Kevin Gangloff (credit or cash).

 

Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30pm

St. Paul's Centre, 62 Peter Street N

 

For more Information, Contact:

 

[email protected]

 

Orillia Community Kitchen - Facebook events  

stpaulscentre.ca - orillia community kitchen

Wed, May 1, 2019	Fruit Kabobs/Creamy Dreamy Hummus and Zesty Bean Dip: Sample The Canada Food Guide
Wed, May 8, 2019	No Bake Toasted Oat Granla Bars/Savoury Broccoli and Cheese Muffins: sample The Canada Food Guide
Wed, May 15, 2019	Turkey and Veggie stuffed Pita: sample The Canada Food Guide
Wed, May 29, 2019	Colourful Quinoa Salad: sample The Canada Food Guide
Wed, May 22, 2019	Fish and Fresh Herbs Veggie Packets: sample The Canada Food Guide

 

For immediate release (April 17, 2019) - A by-law banning smoking/vaping tobacco, cannabis and other substances outdoors on property owned or leased by the City of Orillia comes into effect on May 15, 2019.

 

As per Chapter 954 of the City of Orillia Municipal Code, smoking/vaping outdoors will be prohibited in the following locations:

·         All municipal properties;

·         City parks, trails and beaches;

·         Properties leased from the City;

·         City parking lots;

·         City docks and piers;

·         On or within vehicles on City-owned or leased properties, including parking lots;

·         On or within a boat located or moored on City-owned or leased property.

 

"Orillia Council is committed to fostering a healthier, greener community. With the legalization of recreational cannabis and the negative effects of smoking and vaping, Council wanted to create public spaces that were smoke and vape free in an effort to provide a welcoming environment that contributes to the overall well-being of our residents and visitors. We sought to strike a balance between opting in to the sale of recreational cannabis in Orillia, while also being respectful that people may not want it used in public spaces," said Mayor Steve Clarke.

 

Council approved some specific and general exemptions to the smoking/vaping by-law. The exemptions apply to a person that is:

·         Smoking/vaping on any portion of a highway (this includes sidewalks) as municipalities do not have any jurisdiction to regulate this area;

·         Smoking/vaping while situated on a vessel containing sleeping, cooking, and toilet facilities that is moored within any City-owned or leased water lot;

·         Smoking/vaping on a campsite within a park, provided the campsite has been approved by the City in conjunction with a special event;

·         Entitled to possess cannabis for medical purposes and can provide the necessary documentation;

·         The current designated smoking area at the City-owned Nordia property (2 Hunter Valley Rd.) and the Stephen Leacock Museum (50 Museum Dr.) during special events, subject to a smoking permit being issued by the City's Parks, Recreation and Culture Department.

 

"The City of Orillia is hiring a part-time Municipal By-law Enforcement Officer to assist with enforcement of the by-law and will be erecting new signage throughout the city to advise people which properties will be smoke and vape free. These costs are being subsidized through provincial funding provided by the Ministry of Finance associated with the legalization of cannabis," said Shawn Crawford, Manager of Legislative Services. 

 

To report smoking or vaping in prohibited outdoor areas on City-owned or leased property, please contact the City's By-law Office at 705-325-231 or [email protected] . For more information on the City of Orillia smoking/vaping by-law visit orillia.ca/smokefree .

 

The City of Orillia is a city of 31,000 people in the heart of Ontario's Lake Country on the shores of Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe. Visit our website at orillia.ca.

 

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