Food insecurity and the possibility of creating an interconnected food system are issues top of mind for Peterborough’s Joëlle Favreau. The Nourish manager shares food for thought with Electric City Magazine about what she’d like to see for the future in Peterborough. Electric City Magazine is engaging in conversations about the kind of city, and […]
Trent University is leading research on helping mining operations reduce their greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). The university is studying methods for removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere by capturing and storing it in mine tailings, which will offset GHGs. The research received a boost this week. Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) announced the support of […]
With acres of country landscape and fresh air, a couple new to the Peterborough area is aiming to create a unique retreat for artists. But, first, actors Peyton Le Barr and Chris Whidden of Grassboots Theatre, are making their debut on the Peterborough stage. Peyton speaks with Electric City Magazine about the new company, Grassboots […]
Eager to stay engaged in politics, an opportunity presented itself to Bill Templeman one day while he was driving his car and listening to Trent Radio. As a life-long radio listener, the 75-year-old Peterborough resident was intrigued by Trent Radio station’s call for summer programmers. He got a spot and began interviewing local politicians in […]
The premise is from canoe to café but a Lakefield produce-growing initiative is having a broader impact on youth and community than lettuce alone. By farming mesclun, a resilient mix of young salad greens, youth and young adults are acquiring gardening experience, gaining employment skills, receiving resume support and getting paid at the same time. […]
Help de-pave paradise and put up a park by participating in an upcoming activity. The Downtown Vibrancy Project is soliciting volunteers now for an event July 18 to beautify an area of Peterborough’s urban core. The Downtown Vibrancy Project, led by the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA), is a collaboration that is “breathing life” […]
From hosting a gym night to providing mentoring and employment support, Lakefield Youth Unlimited (LYU) is getting a new space to offer its programs and services to Lakefield teens. LYU has purchased the Tribal Voices building, which is directly off the bridge in Lakefield. “This has been possible due to an anonymous lender who provided […]
Whether it’s to purchase locally-grown tomatoes or to learn how to cook squash, a new shop in Peterborough is providing residents with a home-grown connection to their food. The Food Shop opened June 10 at Water and Simcoe streets. The grocery store carries local meat, produce and prepared foods that hail from Peterborough County and […]
Canada’s banning single-use plastics, July is plastic-free month globally and a Peterborough social enterprise has tips for citizens to choose greener alternatives. The Trudeau government says it will ban single-use plastics by 2021. Plastic straws, cotton buds, drink stirrers, plates, cutlery and balloon sticks are some of the items that will be no longer allowed. […]
By providing street-level supports and offering continuous enrollment options, the community can help support young people who are homeless and want to finish high school. These are but two findings of research conducted by Jayne Malenfant, along with Dr. Naomi Elizabeth Nichols, for a project exploring the challenges and opportunities for youth who are homeless […]