Recreation Newsletter – April 2023

The Corporation of the Township of Laird

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Summer Employment Opportunities – DEADLINE: April 28, 2023 Heritage Program Assistant

The successful candidate will work alongside staff to upload photos and information for the Laird Township museum. It is the goal to create a museum website. Do you have a passion for history, photography and are interested in learning how to establish a website? This position may be the perfect fit for you!

Recreation Program Assistant – 3 positions

Successful candidates will work in conjunction with the Township of Macdonald, Meredith & Aberdeen Additional to assist in the planning and delivery of recreational activities, which include but not limited to: children’s summer camps and soccer program. Would you enjoy working with children, being outdoors and creating a fun and active learning experience for youth? This position could be just what you are looking for, getting paid to do the things you enjoy.

Grounds Keeper Assistant

Successful candidate will work with the Township Grounds Manager to perform grounds keeper duties throughout the Township.

More details on the above jobs can be found at lairdtownship.ca or call (705) 248-2395. Positions run approximately 8 weeks for eligible candidates 15 – 30 years of age. Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications and experience by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 28, 2023 to info@lairdtownship.ca or dropped off at the Township of Laird Office, 3 Pumpkin Point Road West, Echo Bay, ON P0S 1C0.

UPCOMING DATES: April 7 and April 10, Township office closed to observe the Easter holiday April 14, second installment of interim taxes is due April 28, deadline for summer job applica(cid:415)ons

The Corporation of the Township of Laird

EARTH DAY – April 22, 2023

In recognition of earth day, the Laird Township Recreation Committee is once again offering residents GIANT pumpkin seeds to anyone who would like to grow a pumpkin to compete in the GIANT pumpkin contest at the Laird Pumpkin Fest to be held September 30, 2023. For those who prefer to grow flowers, the committee is offering sunflower seeds, giant as well as a smaller variety. Watch the Laird Township website lairdtownship.ca for updates on when the seeds will be available for pickup at the Township office.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Request for Proposal for 2023 Tree Removal Riverside Road W.

Proposal must be submitted by Wednesday April 12, 2023 at 2 p.m.

Please see website www.lairdtownship.ca for more information or call (705) 248-2395

Reporting a Crime:

EMERGENCY: NON– EMERGENCY: REPORT DIAL 9-1-1 1-888-310-1122 ONLINE

The OPP has an online reporting tool at www.opp.ca, which allows you to report minor occurrences such as theft, mischief to property, lost property and driving complaints that occurred in areas policed by the OPP. The OPP has now expanded its Online Reporting capacity with a number of additional occurrence types to better serve members of the public.

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