Naomi Grant

March and vigil in Greater Sudbury opposing Kinder Morgan pipeline draws crowd of 50

grassrootssudburymedia — Tue, 22 Nov 2016 13:15:19 +0000

On November 21, 2016, around fifty people took part in a march and vigil in Greater Sudbury, opposing the Kinder Morgan pipeline. The event was organized by Kaella-Marie Earle, from Wikwemikoong First Nation. It was one of many ‘reject Kinder Kinder Morgan’ actions held across Canada November 21, in response to a call out from

Interview with student organizer of walkout at Chelmsford Valley District Composite School protesting proposed closing of their school

grassrootssudburymedia — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 12:28:21 +0000

On October 12, 2016, students at Chelmsford Valley District Composite School held a walkout to protest the proposed consolidation of their school with Confederation Secondary School in Val Caron, as part of a large accommodation review by the Rainbow District School Board.

Kendra Brenton-Levesque is one of the organizers, and agreed to an e-mail interview after the walkout.

Wahnapitae First Nation Stands with Standing Rock

grassrootssudburymedia — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 13:45:02 +0000

WFN Stands with Standing Rock

On October 30, 2016, Wahnapitae First Nation stood in solidarity with Standing Rock.

Standing Rock Solidarity Sudbury - November 3, 2016

grassrootssudburymedia — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 14:37:04 +0000

On Thursday, November 3, more than 400 people gathered in Greater Sudbury, Atikameksheng Anishnawbek First Nation territory, in solidarity with Standing Rock.

Winter sand shows room for potential bike routes in Greater Sudbury.

grassrootssudburymedia — Tue, 03 May 2016 18:59:29 +0000

Winter sand shows room for potential bike routes.

When spring arrives, many people want to get out on their bike. Sand left on the roads can make that hazardous, and local cyclists have been vocal about getting sand cleaned up quickly, and about the need to prioritize cycling routes for street sweeping.

Answers needed for those living near run-off from mining slag storage area.

grassrootssudburymedia — Sun, 15 Nov 2015 19:53:07 +0000

What’s your reaction when you see your neighbourhood playground in the news in relation to contaminated run-off from mining slag piles? “We just moved in August from 3 houses down from the site. Kids played there all the time. A little pissed off right now that nobody alerted us to the problem.” “I lived near there for 20 yrs.

Nine community projects receive funding and volunteer time through Project Impact.

grassrootssudburymedia — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 14:50:48 +0000

Community members shared their plans and received funding for nine diverse projects, April 7, in the foyer of the main library. These nine projects received the most votes during a week of community voting at events, public libraries and on-line. They will also receive volunteer support as they move forward. 1083 ballots were cast by residents from all over Greater Sudbu

People gather in support of protecting our water on World Water Day

grassrootssudburymedia — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 02:39:50 +0000

Despite the wintery weather and short notice, approximately twenty-five people came out in support of protecting our water this Sunday, March 22. The Sudbury Chapter of the Council of Canadians hosted the rally to mark World Water Day. The location was the end of Somerset Street, where the rail line skirts Ramsey Lake along its northern shore. Four CP rail police o

A panel discussion on advocacy provides good information for advocating to upper levels of government

grassrootssudburymedia — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 22:33:20 +0000

“We learned many things.” So began Glenn Murray’s quick synopsis of a panel discussion on advocacy, hosted March 4, by reThink Green, in their Green Room. A little over a dozen people attended this evening panel discussion, which focused primarily on advocacy to upper levels of government. The event began with opening

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Making an impact in our community with Project Impact

grassrootssudburymedia — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 15:34:57 +0000

There was a feeling of excitement, inspiration and goodwill at the Parkside this past Saturday, March 7, as residents filled the room to support projects by the community for the community, at Project Impact. Project Impact, hosted by Coalition for a Liveable Sudbury, supports people in making a difference where they live.&nb

Quality of life a shared theme in 'GS2015 meets GS2025' and Greater Sudbury's 2015 public budget session

grassrootssudburymedia — Mon, 26 Jan 2015 00:45:13 +0000

Last week, two very different forums solicited public input on the direction of Greater Sudbury. Tuesday, January 20 was the public input session on the 2015 municipal budget.

Tell the City of Greater Sudbury how you want to be heard and involved in your city

Naomi Grant — Mon, 16 Jun 2014 18:00:39 +0000

What type of communication and engagement do you want with your city? Did you know that the city is asking you that question right now? If not, you’ve already got something to tell them about what they need to do to reach you.

Today is the last day to fill in the on-line survey.

How do we become a city where people can walk, cycle, or bus to their destinations safely and efficiently?

grassrootssudburymedia — Wed, 07 May 2014 11:12:46 +0000

The Sustainable Mobility Advisory Panel brought forward their recommendations for this year

It’s hard to miss the growing support for active transportation and transit in Greater Sudbury. It’s also hard to miss the frustration in the pace of change when it comes to supporting these ways of getting around our city.

Security at the door and possible bag searches among new measures at public council meetings in Greater Sudbury

Naomi Grant — Fri, 07 Mar 2014 16:11:59 +0000

“Am I allowed to be there?” This is a common question Coalition for a Liveable Sudbury (CLS) is asked by residents who discover that a decision that impacts them will be made at a City Council meeting. CLS tells them that it is an open public meeting that everyone has the right to attend. Information about m

Come out to celebrate and support green spaces in Greater Sudbury

Naomi Grant — Sun, 17 Nov 2013 13:51:05 +0000

If you live in Greater Sudbury, it’s a given that you’ve got some favourite places to go to be in nature. It’s one of the great things about living here. But the odds are also high that a piece of bush you loved has made way for development. This tension was one of the reasons behind the formation of the