CP Scoop - February 15th, 2024

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MUNICIPAL NEWS

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

The Town of Carleton Place Council will hold its Council and Committee of the Whole meetings in-person at the Carleton Place Town Hall (175 Bridge Street) and via live stream, on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024, starting at 6:00 p.m. The agenda and associated documents for the meetings are available on the Town’s website. Members of the public can view the meeting online via Zoom or a live stream on the Town Hall Facebook page.

Employment Opportunity – Human Resources Manager

The Town of Carleton Place is seeking an individual to fill the full-time position of Human Resources Manager.

Summary: 

Reporting to the Treasurer, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for the development and administration of human resource policies, procedures and programs including recruitment, monitoring, and ensuring compliance with employment regulations, employee relations training and development, organizational development and employee safety and well-being.

Qualification/Experience:

1. University Degree in Human Resource Management or a related discipline.
2. Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) designation.
3. A minimum of five (5) years’ progressive experience in Human Resources.
4. Detailed knowledge of labour relations, Health and Safety, compensation, benefits practices, and Human Resources legislation (e.g. ESA, OHSA, WSIA, AODA, Ontario Human Rights Code, Pay Equity Act, PIPEDA, etc.) required.
5. Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office software and other Human Resource software applicable to this role including having a strong sense of uses/opportunities for technology. Advanced Excel and experience using Diamond/Great Plains financial software would be considered an asset.
6. A Criminal Reference Check (valid to 6 months of employment).

The 2024 pay grid for the position is $47.42 - $60.42 based on a 36.25-hour work week. In addition, a comprehensive benefit package with 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, life, short/long term disability is provided plus a pension plan with matching employer contribution. 

A detailed job description for this position can be accessed at www.carletonplace.ca

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a detailed cover letter and CV outlining your credentials relevant to the position, using PDF or docx format. Please be advised that the Town reserves the right to post its employment opportunities as open until filled. Resume reviews may begin immediately and continue until the posted position is filled and any position can be filled prior to the closing date.  Applications must be received no later than 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 14th, 2024, quoting “Human Resources Manager” by mail:  Town of Carleton Place, Attn Human Resources, 175 Bridge Street, Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8 or email at hr@carletonplace.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  The Town of Carleton Place is an equal opportunity employer following the rules and regulations set out by the Human Rights Code.  Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of determining suitability for this competition only and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.  Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.

Greening Your Home – How to Save Money and Help the Planet

The Carleton Place Environmental Advisory Committee (CPEAC) presents: "Greening Your Home: How to save money and help the planet." Come learn about heat pumps, home energy audits, and how to get rebates from the experts on Wednesday, February 21st from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Bob Rintoul Hall at the Carleton Place Arena (75 Neelin Street). There will be presenters from the EnviroCentre (Ottawa), Climate Network Lanark, and local HVAC specialists Comfort Pro.

Admission is free but pre-registration is recommended. Register on Eventbrite

For more information, please contact Colin MacDuff at cpeac@carletonplace.ca

 

FEDERAL NEWS

Statement by the Prime Minister on National Flag of Canada Day

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on National Flag of Canada Day:

“Today, we celebrate the 59th anniversary of one of our country’s greatest symbols – the National Flag of Canada.

“On February 15th, 1965, the maple leaf was raised on Parliament Hill for the first time. Decades later, the symbol remains central to our identity – embodying the values of peace, diversity, and unity that define us as Canadians.

“The maple leaf is both a symbol of our progress and a testament to our commitment to reaching new heights. The flag has been launched into space and brought to the highest point on earth. It has flown at ports, airports, schools, and libraries across the country and at Canada’s diplomatic missions around the world.

“The maple leaf also symbolizes the values of kindness, empathy, and hard work we share as Canadians. From doctors and innovators to the Canadian Armed Forces and first responders, the maple leaf represents our abiding faith in progress, prosperity, and a better tomorrow.

“In many ways, the maple leaf is the promise of Canada. The promise that every generation can reach even higher than the last. On this National Flag of Canada Day, let’s work to secure the promise of the flag, embody its values, and build a better, more prosperous future, together.”

 

PROVINCIAL NEWS

Ontario Banning Road Tolls, Freezing Driver’s Licence Fees to Keep Costs Down - Province also saving drivers time by automating licence plate renewal process

The Ontario government is keeping costs down for drivers by introducing legislation that would, if passed, ban tolls on provincial highways. This ban would apply to the Don Valley Parkway and Gardiner Expressway once uploaded to the province, as well as the province’s 400-series highways.

Fish for Free this Family Day Weekend in Ontario - Province Offering Free Fishing February 17th to 19th

This Family Day weekend, families and friends can go fishing anywhere in Ontario without having to purchase a licence or carry an Outdoors Card.

If you are fishing for free during the free period, all conservation licence catch limits, size limits, sanctuaries and all other fishing regulations and rules still apply.

No matter what the winter weather brings, ice conditions can be deceptive and unpredictable. If you plan on going ice fishing, it’s important to put safety first and check that the ice is thick enough.

 

OTHER NEWS

Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Sexual Health Awareness Week Promotes Accessibility of Services

Sexual health is for everyone. And just like our physical health and mental health, sexual health is an important aspect of our overall well-being. It’s connected to more than just pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections – sexual health includes things like how we feel about our bodies, consent, social relationships, pleasure, who we’re attracted to, and more! Part of Leeds, Grenville and Lanark (LGL) District Health Unit’s recent strategic plan is having an Equity Diversity and Inclusion lens for all activities. One (1) of the ways the Health Unit does this is ensuring accessibility and inclusion in programs like sexual health clinics which provide education, prevention, testing and treatment aimed at reducing the spread of sexually transmitted infections and blood-borne illness, as well as unplanned pregnancies.

The LGL Health Unit’s sexual health clinics are available in seven (7) different locations across Leeds, Grenville and Lanark, as well as within four (4) local high schools. Staff are non-judgemental, welcoming those of all ages, genders, and sexual orientations into safe and positive spaces. Clients who attend these clinics do not need to have a health card or a primary health care provider; in fact, some young people prefer the clinic’s confidential services apart from their family’s health care provider.

Services at the clinics include:

• Free/Low-cost birth control
• Condoms at no cost
• Emergency contraception (Plan B)
• Free Pregnancy Testing
• Pregnancy Counselling and Referrals
• Pap tests (ages 25 to 29)
• Sexually Transmitted Infection testing and treatment at no cost
• Counselling about relationships and sexual health decision-making
• Immunization if eligible (HPV, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B)

The Health Unit also has a Nurse Practitioner in some clinics, which has allowed for expansion of services to include IUD placement and removal, as well as addressing more complex sexual health issues. This helps to reduce barriers to clients by providing a rapid pathway to a provider, providing sexual health services to clients who do not have a primary care provider, and by reducing the number of visits clients need to make in order to receive care.

The Health Unit also is involved with the University of Ottawa’s GetAKit program which provides at-home testing for HIV and other Sexually Transmitted Infections. These kits can be ordered directly from the Health Unit website and are mailed to your home at no cost.

Accessibility online has always been a Health Unit strength. The healthunit.org website is full of great information that you can browse anytime, which includes a specific section on clinics and classes as well as a health information button which provides more general information about sexual health. Social media accounts such as Facebook, X and Instagram allow for important updates and direct messaging from clients. Anyone seeking additional information can reach out through our email address: contact@healthunit.org or call the toll-free number: 1-800-660-5853 to speak to a public health nurse.

Accessing local Sexual Health clinics is easier than ever with the Health Unit’s new online booking system, however, anyone without a computer can still call the Health Unit directly to arrange an appointment. Clinics in Brockville, Smiths Falls, Gananoque, Kemptville and Almonte may also be able to offer services to walk-ins, however, appointments are highly encouraged.

Please Note: This email is not regularly monitored. Email: acharania@carletonplace.ca. Federal, Provincial, and Other news items are provided impartially, as a convenience and as a means of sharing information from higher levels of government and partner organizations.