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Queen’s University Helps Mexico Battle Childhood Obesity

With support from Queen’s University, Mexico launched its first child physical activity report card, designed to call much-needed attention to childhood physical inactivity and obesity. The report card, which mirrors the Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card, is the final project of the Canada and Mexico Battling Childhood Obesity (CAMBIO) program led by Ian Janssen,… Keep Reading

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KEDCO Update: Week Ending March 2, 2012

HIGHLIGHTS OF RECENT PROGRESS & ACTIVITIES Business Development Elizabeth Allen, Project Manager of Labour Market Development will be participating in the KEYS Career Speed Networking Event on Tuesday, March 6 at the Confederation Place Hotel. The event will feature over 25 local employers. The purpose of the event is to provide a forum for internationally… Keep Reading

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City of Kingston to Recognize “Remarkable Recyclers”

Program Recognizes Households That Divert 75 Per Cent From Landfill This spring, the City wants to recognize its remarkable recyclers for their good work diverting waste from landfill. “If your household members think it is about time that their hard work, dedication and recycling know-how got the thumbs-up from the City, then this voluntary program… Keep Reading

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Utilities Kingston Issues Latest Water Quality Reports

Utilities Kingston has released the 2011 annual reports on drinking water quality. “Utilities Kingston is pleased to present the 2011 water quality reports to the community,” said Kevin Riley, Director of Water and Wastewater Operations. The reports are prepared in response to Ontario Regulation 170 of the Safe Water Drinking Act. “Ontario has one the… Keep Reading

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KEDCO Update: Week Ending February 24, 2012

HIGHLIGHTS OF RECENT PROGRESS & ACTIVITIES Business Development The Entrepreneurship Centre at KEDCO is now accepting applications for Summer Company 2012.  Funded by the Government of Ontario, the Summer Company Program gives students between the ages of 15-29 years grants of up to $3,000 to start their own business. Interested students are encouraged to contact… Keep Reading

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Nominations Sought For Kingston 2012 Mayor’s Awards

The City of Kingston and Mayor Mark Gerretsen are calling for nominations for the 2012 Mayor’s Award for Youth Volunteerism and the 2012 First Capital Distinguished Citizen/Honourable Achievement Awards. The awards, now in their 14th year, seek to honour exemplary individuals who have made a difference in our community through volunteerism. The Mayor’s Award for… Keep Reading

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Study: Research Capacity Falling Behind Threats to Canadian Security

The implications of organized crime, climate change, cyber security and migration raise serious issues for Canadian security in the years ahead, according to a recent report from the Centre for International and Defence Policy at Queen’s University. “Canada faces its own, unique national security threats due to our county’s large, sparsely-populated area and no enemy… Keep Reading

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Queen’s University Alumna’s Research Receives National Aboriginal Achievement Award

Janet Smylie, Meds’92, has been recognized with a National Aboriginal Achievement Award for her extensive research on the health of young Aboriginal families and her work to improve health for First Nations communities across Canada. “It is profoundly meaningful and humbling at the same time to be recognized with this award,” says Dr. Smylie. “Meaningful… Keep Reading

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