Connecting the Community

The Artists' Coop is a gem, says the artists Andrea End, Sharon Kirsh and Wendy Emery

There are 13 artists displaying their work at this historic home at Richmond Green. It is a beautiful place in all respects. 
Andrea, Sharon and Wendy talk about the local diverse art scene and invite you to come and see it.
Please see their web site for details, including a biography of each artist and the Make & Take opportunities.   SHOP LOCAL ART | Artists Coop Richmond Hill (artistscooprh.ca)

Let's start thinking about supporting those who find themselves homeless

Michael Braithwaite, CEO of Blue Door, talks about the work that is being done to provide for those who find themselves homeless.  This includes the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser.  The event date is Feb. 22, 2025.  
 
Find out more about Blue Door
Michael can be reached at michael.braithwaite@bluedoor.ca
Mark your calendars now for Feb. 22nd, about 5 to 8 pm, for the Coldest Night of the Year.  The opportunity to sign up to walk or donate begins December 1st.  Richmond Hill (Blue Door) - Coldest Night of the Year 2024 Canada (cnoy.org) 

Small businesses are celebrated and supported in Richmond Hill

Priti Ruparel from the Richmond Hill Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC) tells us about the special activities planned for Small Business Week (Oct. 19 to 25) and all the support she and the team at SBEC provide to our local businesses throughout the year.
Here's the link to the Oct. 19th Small Business Market at the Central Library
Small Business Market | Richmond Hill Public Library (rhpl.ca)
And to review what Priti talked about please see these 2 links.
Small Business Week - City of Richmond Hill
Small Business Enterprise Centre - City of Richmond Hill
Priti can be reached at priti.ruparel@richmondhill.ca

Hear about the newly established Trauma Incident Response Protocol

Marj talks with Milena Day, the community coordinator for the Richmond Hill/Vaughan Trauma Incident Response  Protocol.  It's new.  
Milena really wants to work with the community to make it safer.
Here is the link to the survey Traumatic Incident Response Protocol Community Safety Standard Survey Richmond Hill/Vaughan (office.com)  Milena would be very happy if you would respond.  
You can contact TIRP at  TIRP@routescc.org 

Enjoying shopping at the Village Market

Lots of really good food.  And a good shopping experience.
The farmers grow their foods carefully. 
Marj talks with the Village Market Manager, Brooke Scott about buying local, organic seasonal foods, for their large families!
 
Sign up for their newsletter on their web site
villagemarket.ca 
 
Weekly updates on their Facebook page (20+) Facebook
Check them out on Instagram 
 
 

"We're under threat of cyber attacks". Let's do something about it!

Richmond Hill resident, Peter DeVita, talks about the pervasive threat of cyber attacks.  He believes the federal government needs to step up and wants us to sign the petition to have a First Minister's conference to tackle these threats.
Here's the link to the petition:
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-5117
Remember to reply to the government's email to confirm your address.
 
Here is some media attention
https://windsorstar.com/news/local-news/under-threat-windsor-mp-engineers-call-for-emergency-action-to-fight-cybercrime
 
Have you been attacked and need help - CCCS (Canadian Center for Cyber Security) for Cyber Help
CCCS is part of CSE ( Communications Security Establishment  ) of the Fed gov
https://www.cyber.gc.ca/en/incident-management
 
Here is another link for the procedure for reporting Fraud in Canada.
https://competition-bureau.canada.ca/en/fraud-and-scams/tips-and-advice/how-report-fraud-and-scams-canada
 
Interested in cyber security insurance?
https://www.zensurance.com/cyber-liability-insurance?utm_campaign&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&msclkid=3dbec491ed971fe5997ea2646961917a

Tangorium - a fusion of musical genres with evocative videography. Coming soon to Richmond Hill.

Musician Michael Bridge expands on the concept of fusion. Michael Bridge is much more than an accordion player. 
Michael and his duo partner, Kornel Wolak, perform with the Richmond Hill Philharmonic Orchestra on October 26th.  More information and tickets at www.rhpo.ca
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The Paper Butterfly. A beautifully illustrated magical journey of discovery.

Local artist and author, Ona Kingdon, tells us about creating the book and instills ins us a message of loving and protecting the nature that surrounds us. 
Her reading a passage from the book is delightful!
 
Here is her website www.emotiveexpressions.ca
 
Here are links to purchase the book
The Paper Butterfly: Kingdon, Ona, Kingdon, Ona: 9780986711114: Books - Amazon.ca
 
Follow Ona on Facebook (20+) ona kingdon 'emotive expressions' - Search Results | Facebook

Invisible Threads: Stories of Mothers, Migration & Resilience.

Richmond Hill artist, Par Nair, talks about her exhibit at the Central Library.  She uses embroidery to create this exhibit. A lot of thought and feelings are in her creations. 
 
Follow Par on Instagram at @parnairr
Here's the info on the October 5th workshop  Embroidery with Artist: Par Nair

Helping Other Parents Everywhere . Yes, parenting can be challenging

HOPE supports parents and guardians concerned about a young person aged 13 and up. Concerns may include the young person's mental health, substance misuse or addiction, school issues, trouble with the law, and more. 
HOPE - Helping Other Parents Everywhere: www.hope4parents.ca, info@hope4parents.ca, 1-866-492-1299
 
Here are some suggested resources:
Strong Minds Strong Kids Psychology Canada (SMSK): https://strongmindsstrongkids.org/en/
SMSK serves parents and children of all ages, from newborns up. SMSK offers webinars and other resources for parents and kids to help them manage stress and other ups and downs in life. 
Drug Free Kids Canada: https://www.drugfreekidscanada.org
DFKC offers webinars, written materials and live advice to parents 24/7
 
Family Navigation Project: https://sunnybrook.ca/content/?page=family-navigation-project
FNP supports families and youth ages 11 - 29  who are struggling with serious mental health and/or addiction issues