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The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) submits and processes over 650 permits and approvals, and completes over 300 planning and technical reviews each year in support of modernization, expansion and protection of TTC’s infrastructure and property assets.

Want to learn about transit development in Toronto though the lens of former and current TTC staff? Come explore the challenges associated with implementation of time-sensitive programs, such as Easier Access and Second Exits that address accessibility and life-safety issues. Tour includes a discussion on projects that protect and expand TTC’s tunnel infrastructure through new construction activity, and a look at how new entrance connections to the subway network are secured through third-party developments. Highlighted stations: St. Clair, Summerhill, Rosedale, Bay-Bloor, and Museum. Eligible for CPL credits and socializing post tour encouraged.

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, Toronto District's first ever Scavenger Hunt will be postponed to Saturday September 14th.

Join the OPPI Toronto District for the first ever Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Toronto! Starting at the Dominion Pub and Kitchen (500 Queen Street East) you’ll be sent on your way to explore neighbourhoods of Toronto for approximately 2 hrs: by transit, walking, or cycling.

Registration - $20 plus tax for all participants.

The event will re-convene with a celebratory social.

What you need to know.
1. Form a team of 2-4 people. Each individual needs to sign up individually.
2. Entry is open to 60 participants.
3. Hunting / exploring occurs from 2 - 4 PM (earn CPL credits as you explore the neighbourhood answering clues), social begins at 4 PM.
4. Starting and finish location is the Dominion Pub and Kitchen (500 Queen Street East).
5. OPPI TO District will provide some light snacks at the social. Beverages are to be purchased individually.
6. Event occurs rain or shine.
7. Items to bring: weather appropriate attire, sunscreen, walking shoes, Presto / money for TTC, Working / charged phone with camera.
8. Team spirit

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Hosted in Caledon by the Region of Peel in collaboration with the OPPI Oak Ridges District, this half-day session is designed to provide interested planners with an “in the field” opportunity to understand the integrated nature of Ontario’s multi-barrier approach to the protection of drinking water sources and the associated implementation of source protection plans that ensure safe and sustainable drinking water from source to tap.

This session will involve an interactive, behind-the-scenes visit to three groundwater treatment facilities owned and operated by the Region of Peel in the Town of Caledon. Participants will hear directly from technical staff about the facility’s operation to comply with the requirements under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002. Attendees will also be given the opportunity to walk the boundaries of the most vulnerable areas as identified through the requirements outlined in the Clean Water Act, 2006 and visualize the scope of the Wellhead Protection Areas.

Region of Peel, Town of Caledon and Credit Valley – Toronto and Region – Central Lake Ontario (CTC) Source Protection Staff will address the broad array of policies from locally applicable Source Protection Plans which work collaboratively with Provincial Plans to protect the groundwater supplies servicing residents in this rural community.

Attendees will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge which will enhance their day-to-day responsibilities, as well as liaise with colleagues.

Tour Safety:
This event is limited to 15 registrants for safety reasons.

The tour involves walking outdoors on uneven terrain and through an industrial facility. For safety reasons, all participants must wear flat, closed-toe shoes. Long pants are also required. Personal protective equipment (hardhats and reflective vests) will be provided at the plant and must be worn by all participants. In addition, all participants will be required to sign a Waiver of Liability.

Additional safety information and waivers will be provided to registered participants closer to the event date. Participants will be responsible for their transportation between sites, with parking will be available at each.

Please note: Plant staff reserve the right to cancel the tour in the event of inclement weather, power outages or other operational factors/plant emergency.

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