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Join us for the
2024 CiB Symposium and Awards Ceremonies
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Step into a world of inspiration and celebration as Communities in Bloom proudly marks its 30th Anniversary at the 2024 National Symposium and Awards Ceremonies, all set against the picturesque backdrop of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Immerse yourself in enlightening sessions led by esteemed keynote speakers and presenters. Connect and exchange ideas with vibrant “in Bloom” communities from Canada, Europe, and the USA. Engage with dedicated colleagues who share your passion for community development.
Join us for an unforgettable gathering where your achievements will take centre stage, and we’ll raise a toast to your outstanding bloom rating and level. Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to network, learn, collaborate and be part of a momentous occasion filled with recognition and endless possibilities!
REGISTER TODAY, SPACE IS LIMITED!
registration deadline is October 7, 2024
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THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS | |
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Show us how Plants Love You for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
The “Plants Love You” campaign is a movement that promotes the benefits of planting and encourages people to connect with nature by planting trees, flowers, and other plants. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the positive impact that plants have on the environment, our physical and mental health, and our overall well-being.
Through various initiatives and educational programs, the campaign highlights the importance of planting and encourages individuals, communities, and organizations to take action by planting more trees and plants in their local areas. The “Plants Love You” campaign serves as a reminder of our connection to nature and the many benefits that come from cultivating and caring for plants.
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SHOW US YOUR PLANTERS CONTEST | |
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Plant your Equinox Planter, take a photo of it, share it on social media (tag Desert Planters by Equinox and Communities in Bloom - Collectivités en fleurs and use the hashtag #WinAPlanter) and ask your friends to participate! Get creative!
- Last day to submit your photos: August 31st 11:59pm EST
- Contest is open to all communities across Canada
- No product purchase is necessary
- Equinox will evaluate all photos
- There will be two winners announced - 1st prize will win $1000 of Equinox Desert Planters, and 2nd prize will win $500 of Equinox Desert Planters!
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The Best Downtown Area Award aims to raise awareness of the value and substantial economic advantages of downtown areas to a local community and the small businesses that support them. It aims to create positive first impressions and foster a sense of continuous attention and maintenance to crucial elements that contribute to the community’s quality of life and economic vitality.
Elements for evaluation are parks and green spaces, medians, boulevards, sidewalks, streets; municipal, commercial, and institutional properties; ditches, road shoulders, vacant lots, signs and buildings; weed control, litter clean-up (including cigarette butts and gum), graffiti prevention/removal and vandalism deterrent programs.
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The Best Downtown Area Award is opened to all communities.
Application deadline: September 6th, 2024 at 5pm EST.
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TOP 3 UNDER 30 VOLUNTEERS | |
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Join us in celebrating the 30th anniversary of Communities in Bloom! We're on the lookout for the top 3 emerging stars under the age of 30 in your community! Whether they’re lending a hand in community gardens, organizing neighbourhood clean-ups, or leading environmental initiatives, we want to recognize the passion and dedication of our young volunteers who are making a difference in our communities.
The winners of the Top 3 Under 30 Volunteer Award, will be announced at the 2024 CiB National Symposium & Awards in Charlottetown on October 18th 2024. Their stories will also be featured in our award presentation, newsletter, social media and website showcasing their inspiring contributions to the community.
Eligibility:
- All nominees must be in a participating CiB community registered in the 2024 Provincial or National CiB Edition.
- All nominees must be 30 years of age or under.
All nominees should exhibit:
- Dedication: Display a commitment to volunteering.
- Impact: Make substantial contributions to community enhancement.
- Leadership: Demonstrate initiative and leadership traits.
- Innovation: Introduce creative solutions to community issues.
- Engagement: Effectively involve and inspire others.
- Sustainability: Secure enduring impact beyond personal involvement.
- Personal Development: Experience growth and learning through volunteer experiences.
Submission:
Please provide a written submission (no more than 500 words). Winners will be asked to provide a photo for use in the award presentation, newsletter, social media and website
Prize:
The 3 winners will each receive a free gala dinner ticket and one night accommodation for the 2024 CiB National Symposium & Awards.
Deadline:
Nominate a deserving young volunteer by August 31st! Entries received after this date will not be accepted.
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Nutrients for Life, a proud partner of Communities in Bloom, is offering a chance to win a $500 grant to support a local school garden to all Canadian communities registered (all editions) in the Communities in Bloom program.
The NFL School Garden Grant will support schools with a one-time funding amount of $500 to establish or enhance school gardens at K-12 schools across Canada. Funds may be used to:
- Purchase construction materials, seeds, tools, and other supplies to establish or develop a school garden.
Nutrients for Life Foundation Canada was launched in 2008 to inform the public of the role of plant nutrients in both the production of abundant, nutritious food and the preservation of healthy green spaces. The Foundation supports public education to ensure plant nutrients are responsibly applied. Nutrients for Life has committed to fund school gardens in order to help connect youth to modern agriculture and agricultural practices, and provide them with an understanding of where our food comes from.
Further, to help inspire the development of creative, hands-on educational activities related to your school garden, Nutrients for Life have developed many resources that are available for free to all teachers across the Country. Please visit their website at www.nutrientsforlife.ca to access their resources – which focuses on understanding the science of plant biology and how it relates to food production. The resources explore the scientific, social, and environmental issues that relate to modern agricultural practices that will help sustain food production for the earth’s growing population.
Nutrients for Life has also created a guide to help schools develop their gardens – Nutrients for Life Learning Garden: A Guide for Educators in Canada. The guide includes ideas that can assist you in the construction of a garden and tips on harvest, sample lesson plans, and considerations for engaging the community.
We look forward to working with you and watching your garden grow.
Sincerely yours,
Tamara Sealy, Executive Director
Nutrients for Life Foundation
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Application deadline is September 8th, 2024 | |
34TH ANNUAL ORGANICS RECYCLING CONFERENCE OF THE COMPOST COUNCIL OF CANADA | |
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Written by Ben Callahan
Long before European settlers stepped foot on Pilley's Island or on to Newfoundland, Maritime Archaic, Dorset Eskimo and Beothuk peoples roamed our shores as they would make their way from Newfoundlands interior, to the coast in the springtime, to hunt and fish.
The mummified body of a Beothuk child, wrapped in birch bark, was discovered in a cave on Big Island, just to the East of Bumblebee Bight, Pilley's Island and is now housed in the Rooms Museum in St. John's.
Local oral tradition says that European / early generation Nefoundlanders first settled Pilley's Island, at least part time, by the early to mid 1800's. However, the first permanent settler recorded was Richard Rideout.
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The population of Pilley's Island started to bloom after the discovery of base minerals in the 1860's by Captain Phillip Cleary and the opening of the mine in 1887. As part of an ancient Volcanic system, Pilley's Island is rich in minerals and although chiefly pyrite, the mine produced some Copper and iron. | |
COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM ONTARIO IS NOW PART OF LANDSCAPE ONTARIO! | |
This spring, Landscape Ontario formalized its partnership with Communities in Bloom (CiB), taking ownership and responsibility for this community-based program in the Ontario region. CiB was established as a national program in 1995 — and for over 25 years, Communities in Bloom Ontario has challenged communities across the province to enhance their cities and towns through the creation of beautiful and environmentally-sustainable gardens and green spaces. | |
CiB judge Lorna McIlroy on the cover of ARTA! | |
Do you have a great volunteer you'd like us to celebrate?
Send the information to bloom@cib-cef.com and we'll feature them in an upcoming e-News, or on Social Media!
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If you have any questions, please contact:
Sonia Parrino
Program Specialist
1-514-694-8871
bloom@cib-cef.com
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Communities in Bloom is made possible by the generous support of our
sponsors and partners. We wish to thank them for their contribution
to the quality of life and civic pride in Canadian communities.
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