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Wednesday, July 7, 2004 Orono Weekly Times - 5 Government targets intelligent growth management in Canada's fastest growing region TORONTO, July 12 /CNW/ - The McGuinty government is planning for strong communities communities and a prosperous economy with the release of a discussion paper outlining its plan for growth in the Greater Golden Horseshoe for the next 30 years and beyond, Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal David Caplan announced today. "Years of poor planning and leadership have left a legacy legacy of uncontrolled urban sprawl, traffic congestion, environmental decline, and loss of greenspace and farmland farmland in the Greater Golden Horseshoe," said Caplan. "The McGuinty government's vision for growth signals a new era in community planning, which incorporates land use, economic economic and environmental considerations." considerations." The discussion paper, Places To Grow: Better Choices. Brighter Future, outlines outlines proposed provincial decisions decisions on a range of issues, including urban planning, land use, economic development, and investment in public infrastructure infrastructure like roads, public transit, schools, healthcare facilities and water and sewer systems, and solicits public comment. "Working with municipalities, municipalities, we will manage growth, support economic development development and reinvest in public infrastructure," said Caplan. "With this strategy for building stronger communities and improving the quality of life for the people of Ontario, we are bringing real, positive change that will lay the foundation foundation today for how we live tomorrow." The discussion document was developed in consultation with a wide range of stakeholders stakeholders from other levels of government, government, the private sector, and environmental and community organizations. "This vision goes a long way in making growth a benefit to all," said Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion. "When implemented, the plan will protect protect the future of our communities communities and will be well received by the public." A key goal of the growth plan is creating the right conditions conditions for greater economic growth, investment, job creation creation and economic competitiveness competitiveness in the Golden Horseshoe region. "This visionary plan comes at a critical point in time for the economic prosperity of the region," said Bob Onyschuk, Chairman of the Board ol the Canadian Urban Institute. "II we want Toronto and the GTA to achieve first-tier status amongst North America's suc- GROWTH 590 page 7 Grow With Me tour the Museum greenhouse make a family tree decorate pots and plant seeds go for a nature walk Ksi J u *y * 5 22K2 Making Waves learn about Camp 30, the ROW camp • learn about German U Boats, submarines and the Rollerboat * make your own submarine w- Teddy Bear Picnic learn about the history of the teddy bear • tour the Museum's toy collection • have a Victorian style picnic • take a walking tour of Bowmanville July 29 (@ Clarke) The Country Fair • come dressed as a pioneer! • tour the Clarke Museum make your own butter and soap learn about pioneer life _ Down By The Bay • learn to identify shells • create an under water scene • design your own boat • view the Museum's rare shell collection MI KL*.** • learn about the Dominion Organ and Piano Company • make your own instrument • paint to music August 19 v Settler Day learn about how pioneers started a life in a new country spend the day in a pioneer cabin make bannock take a walking tour of Bowmanville i August 26 (@ Clarke) : History Unearthed go on an archaeological dig listen to a native legend 1 learn how to examine artifacts $ Uictorian ^Jeaô Enjoy tea, coffee or juice and fresh baked scones with jam on the historic verandah of Bowmanville Museum 37 Silver Street Every Wednesday from noon - 3:00pm Musical Entertainment S3.75 per person Starts July 7 until August 25, 2004 Call 905-623-2734 for more information i ^ The:--f TwaijjF t: &>', A " infoltlon.