Good morning, Greater Sudbury.
Here are some stories to start your day.
DJ Hancock's older sister the new national president of MADD Canada:
The older sister of a teen killed by a drunk driver in 2014 has been named MADD Canada's new national president. Jaymie-Lyne Hancock will advance awareness and education initiatives, promote public policy priorities, and collaborate with volunteers and supporters, said a press release from the organization. Most importantly, she will be the powerful, leading voice for her brother, and for all victims, whose own voices have been tragically silenced by impaired driving, the press release said. Dean Jr. (DJ) Hancock was leaving a hockey tryout Aug. 21, 2014 when he was struck head-on by an impaired driver. Get the full story here.
Scheduling conflict delays Greater Sudbury core services review:
A massive review of the services delivered by Greater Sudbury – and recommendations on how to save as much as $4 million – is expected to go to city council Feb. 18. The core services review, completed by the accounting firm KPMG, was originally on the agenda last month, but the meeting ended before the item came up for discussion. Normally anything remaining on a city council agenda is carried over to the next meeting. But in this case, KPMG wasn't available for the next meeting. The review identified 10 areas where the city could save as much as $4 million a year relatively quickly. The biggest source of potential savings – $1 million annually – could be realized within two years, the report said, but will be the hardest to implement. More on this story here.
SudburyROCKS!!! race moves away from Mother's Day weekend:
After 15 years, the SudburyROCKS!!! race has moved away from its usual date of the Mother's Day weekend to Sunday, May 31. Organizers have also announced that the race will benefit the Northern Cancer Foundation in 2020. “We’re excited to bring the SudburyROCKS!!! Marathon to a new date,” said Brent Walker, race director, in a press release. “We’re hoping it brings warmer weather, more runners and increased volunteering. We’re also very pleased to once again be working with the Northern Cancer Foundation with the race this year. “With the help of our runners, we have an opportunity to put our best foot forward for local cancer care.” Over the last 14 years, the SudburyROCKS!!! race has proven itself to be one of northeastern Ontario’s most popular races, and is Sudbury’s only Boston Marathon qualifier. Last year’s race alone saw more than 1,800 runners and walkers take part. Full story here.
Save the date: We’re celebrating the city’s community builders, tickets on sale now:
Who are the 2020 Community Builders? They are people who make the City of Greater Sudbury a better place to live. And every year for the past 17 years, Northern Life and Laurentian Publishing has celebrated Sudburians who have made a difference in our community. Whether as an artist or scientist, volunteer or professional, athlete or young person — the CBAs have celebrated our best and brightest. Join Northern Life and Sudbury.com to celebrate the 2020 Community Builders in nine categories; Arts, Health Care, Education, Economic Development, Young Leader, Sports and Recreation, Environment, Hall of Fame, and Legacy. This is our opportunity to raise a glass to the community champions who roll up their sleeves and help to build a strong and sustainable Sudbury. The 2020 Community Builder Awards of Excellence will be presented March 12 at the Caruso Club. Save the date and reserve your tickets now at CBAwards.ca.
Bringing medical care to remote mining camps:
Back in the day, when major mining properties were being discovered, workers would follow. Town sites would pop up. Think of Cobalt, Timmins, Kirkland Lake and Elliott Lake. Merchants, engineers, bankers, lawyers, teachers and even homebuilders would arrive to set up shop. So would doctors. There was always someone getting hurt or getting sick. Things have changed. Often as not, when new mining properties are discovered these days in a remote area it means a temporary residential camp is created. Workers are brought in on rotation with schedules of 14 days on and 14 days off for example. One thing that hasn’t changed is the need for medical professionals. Whether it’s a small mining camp just a few hours out of town or a complete open pit mine operation situated on the remote James Bay muskeg, medical services are always in demand. That is one of the things that inspired Timmins physician Dr. Tony Kos to provide a unique service to the mining industry – contract medical services known as Remote Emergency Medical Services Incorporated (REMSI). Get the full story here.
United Way seeking volunteers to help Sudburians file their income tax:
Tax season is right around the corner, and United Way Centraide North East Ontario is currently recruiting volunteers to help deliver the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program. The CVIT program is a service that helps thousands of eligible individuals complete their taxes, free of charge. UWCNEO is currently recruiting volunteer income tax preparers and receptionists to assist with the CVIT program that is scheduled to operate from the beginning of March through to the end of April. To find out more about the CVIT Program, volunteer opportunities, or to schedule an interview, contact Linda Dupuis by calling 705-560-3330, ext. 222 or by email [email protected].
Sudbury mining supplier recognized for contributions to education:
A Sudbury mining supplier has been recognized for its contributions in training college students for work in the mining sector. Hard-Line, which develops automation, teleoperation, and remote-control technology for the industry, has been acknowledged with Cambrian College’s Employer Award of Distinction. The Sudbury college offers a number of mining-related programs, including mining engineering technology and mining engineering technician. “It really is an honour to receive this award from Cambrian College, especially when you consider all the companies in the city that have a relationship with Cambrian,” said Ryan Siggelkow, Hard-Line’s senior vice-president of technology, in a news release. “It’s been a very mutually beneficial relationship. We’ve been able to give on advisory committees and help out with the curriculum, and we get students from Cambrian to work with them on the right placements and co-ops, and then have them work for us after.”
Friday Weather:
Bundle up out there, it's going to be a cold one. Mainly cloudy Friday with a 40 per cent chance of flurries in the morning. Mix of sun and cloud near noon with the high sitting at -12, feeling like -24 with the wind chill. A few clouds overhead tonight with the low dropping to -26. Overnight low is going to feel like -34 with the wind chill. There is a risk of frostbite. For current weather conditions, short-term and long-term forecasts visit Sudbury.com's weather page at www.sudbury.com/weather.
