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City of Mississauga Reopens City-Owned Golf Courses  

By Covid-19, Events, Issues

COVID-19 l May 15, 2020

The City of Mississauga will be reopening its two owned golf courses, BraeBen and Lakeview. Golf courses are the first City facilities in Mississauga to open and will help lead the way in the City’s recovery plan. The City will be meeting COVID-19 safety guidelines established by the province and will incorporate other best practices within the industry.

“I’m supportive of the Province’s decision to reopen golf courses with strict physical distancing and enhanced health and safety measures in place. I know many golfers are anxious to hit the green and enjoy the great outdoors. While the experience may be a bit different this year, the safety of players and staff is our top priority right now,” said Mayor Crombie. “Most golfers I know spend most of their time away from others looking for their ball. These reopenings will also help the City recover lost revenue and address our financial losses as a result of this pandemic.”

BraeBen will open to customers on Saturday, May 16, 2020 and Lakeview will open the following week on Thursday, May 21, 2020. Tee times can be booked over the phone and online as of Friday, May 15 at 8 a.m. BraeBen’s 9-hole course and driving range will remain closed until further notice. All tournaments, instruction, group clinics, and league play will not be permitted until further notice.

“Staff have been working hard over the past several weeks preparing our two great golf courses in anticipation of today’s announcement, and we look forward to helping our residents slowly get back to a more active and enjoyable quality of life,” said Shari Lichterman, Director, Recreation. “All measures such as physical distancing, proper hygiene standards, screening protocols and use of proper PPEs will be enforced within the clubhouse, as well as maintenance buildings to keep our staff and the public safe.”

The following procedures will be in place at both City golf courses to ensure overall public safety consistent with recently announced provincial guidelines:

Golf Course

  • Practice greens to remain closed
  • Tee-times will be spaced out to reduce congestion
  • Bookings must be made in advance by phone or visit our website to book a tee time online ca/portal/discover/golf
  • Flags must remain in place and holes will be modified for hands-free ball retrieval
  • Bunker rakes, ball washers and water stations removed from the course
  • Benches removed or blocked off where fixed
  • On-course washrooms to remain closed
  • No beverage carts
  • Power carts will be limited to one person per cart, unless the occupants reside in the same household
  • Power carts, pull carts and rental clubs will be thoroughly disinfected after each use

Food Services

  • Only limited menu grab and go food services will be offered

Clubhouse & Proshop

  • Clubhouse will remain closed to the public with the exception of the proshop areas for check-in and washroom access only
  • Door attendant to use screening measures with all guests and staff, and limit access to clubhouse/proshop with a separate entrance and exit
  • All tables and chairs inside and outside of the clubhouse will be removed
  • Protective plexiglass shields installed at pro-shop and food concession counters
  • Floor markings added to ground indicating 6ft spacing
  • Only pre-packaged balls and tees will be sold.  All other retail options will be put away until further notice such as clothing, golf shoes, hats and accessories
  • Customers will be encouraged to use debit or credit card for payments, but cash accepted if necessary

To stay informed on COVID-19 impacts on City services, please visit: Mississauga.ca/coronavirus.

 

 

May 15, 2020
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City of Mississauga COVID-19 Response Continues: Recovery Framework

By Covid-19, Issues

COVID-19 | May 13, 2020

Today, a COVID-19 Recovery Framework prepared by the City of Mississauga’s Leadership Team was received by Council. The framework will serve as a guiding document for detailed plans being developed to support reopening and recovery.

“This framework will help us navigate how Mississauga moves forward and recovers from the impacts of COVID-19,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “ This plan incorporates what we have heard from stakeholders across our City and formalizes our path forward in a way that is safe, efficient and inclusive. The health and safety of employees and the public remain our top priority, and we will continue to take our lead from Peel Public Health as we implement our plans. While his pandemic has shaken us, it has not broken our spirit. Mississauga is determined, strong, and resilient. We will emerge from this stronger than ever before. Our goal is to this right the first time.”

The City worked closely with Peel Public Health to develop the framework. The recovery framework was developed based on best practises in other jurisdictions and identifies four pillars of recovery:

  • Community
  • Economic
  • Finance
  • Corporate

“Work is underway and staff teams are already engaged in recovery planning to ensure the City is prepared to restore services and respond to community needs as we move beyond the initial crisis stages,” said Paul Mitcham, Commissioner Community Services and incoming City Manager and CAO. “Moving from the framework, the City will put the focus on: developing plans based on service priorities, following Federal and Provincial guidelines, consulting with community groups and other key community stakeholders and exploring options for financial restoration in consultation with Council. There will be lasting financial impacts to the City and the overall economy from this crisis. Developing a strong financial plan to mitigate these impacts is a pillar of the COVID-19 Recovery Framework. Council will be kept apprised of financial impacts throughout the pandemic and recovery phases.”

The COVID-19 Recovery Framework aligns with the City’s Strategic Pillars:

  • Move: The City will maintain and regulate a robust transportation network with a key focus on the recovery of public transit and role of active transportation.
  • Belong: The City will reopen public facilities and re-engage residents in events, programs and services in a safe and responsible manner.
  • Connect: Development will continue in a safe and regulated fashion when controls on construction and other projects are eased.
  • Prosper: The City will facilitate economic prosperity by identifying and creating existing or revitalized opportunities for economic contribution from city residents and businesses.
  • Green: Recovery will include a continued focus on achieving the City’s climate change goals and promoting environmentally-friendly operating practices.

Moving forward, the City will focus on:

  • Developing detailed plans based on the approved framework and service priorities supported by Federal and Provincial guidelines.
  • Consulting with community groups and other key community stakeholders.
  • Exploring options for financial restoration in consultation with Council.
  • Developing a strong communication plan to reach all stakeholders.

To stay informed on COVID-19 impacts on City services, please visit: Mississauga.ca/coronavirus.

GTHA Mayors and Chairs urge Provincial and Federal action to support municipalities

The Mayors and Chairs of the GTHA municipalities have gathered again to call for action for the Provincial and Federal governments to address the financial problems being faced by GTHA municipalities.

 

May 14, 2020
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City Provides Additional Financial Assistance for Taxpayers during COVID-19

By Covid-19, Issues, Resources

May 6, 2020

 

Today, Council unanimously agreed to provide further financial assistance to taxpayers to help ease financial pressures as a result of the impacts of COVID-19 by:

  • deferring final tax instalments for 90 days
  • stopping late payment charges and fees related to tax payment requests for changes

 

Council previously provided cash flow assistance by deferring the April to June interim tax instalment dates by 90 days and is again asking all landlords to pass this additional financial relief on their tenants.

 

“We are doing what we can as a City to provide as much relief to residents and businesses as possible,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “Today’s decision to defer property tax instalments and waive penalty fees will help taxpayers recovering from the shock of this crisis manage their cash flow in a difficult time. As a City, we do not have the financial resources of the federal and provincial governments to offer full relief, but we are doing what we can within our power while remaining financial prudence.”

 

The City of Mississauga is looking at all options available for recovering and balancing its 2020 operating and capital costs as a result of the impacts from COVID-19 and as required by-law.

 

“With the support and approval of Council, we are working to try and ease some of the economic impacts and financial hardships being faced by many families and businesses in Mississauga as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Janice Baker, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer. “At the same time, we are carefully monitoring the City’s operating and capital budgets and identifying opportunities for cost avoidance, including potentially deferring some of our capital spending this year. We are thankful to both the Region of Peel and the Government of Ontario for deferring the upper-tier and education tax payments which is greatly assisting the City during this challenging time. We are however, still facing significant revenue shortfalls. We need and are seeking, financial assistance from both the provincial and federal governments.”

 

Interim Tax Payment Schedules

 

As decided at the March 20 meeting of Council, interim property tax payments were deferred for 90 days. Notices were distributed to taxpayers at the end of March.

 

  1. Regular Instalment Payments

For those paying by regular instalment, interim property tax payments of April 2 and May 7 were deferred to July 2 and August 6.

 

New Interim Payment Schedule Due Dates July 2, 2020 August 6, 2020

 

  1. Monthly Pre-Authorized Payments

For those paying by monthly pre-authorized payments with the City, interim property tax payments in April, May and June were deferred to July, August and September.

 

Residential and Non-Residential
New Interim Payment Schedule Due Dates July 2020 August 2020 September 2020

 

Final Tax Payment Schedules

 

The timing of final tax payments for residential and non-residential property owners will depend on their chosen method of payment and if they continued with their interim tax payments as originally billed.

 

  1. Regular Instalment Payments

Final tax payments have been deferred by 90 days for taxpayers currently paying by instalments. Payments will now be made in October, November and December.

 

Residential and Non-residential
New Final Payment Schedule Due Dates

– final tax instalments

 October 1, 2020 November 5, 2020 December 3, 2020

For residential properties, final tax instalments would normally be due in July, August and September.

For non-residential properties, final tax instalments normally would be due as one single payment in August.

 

  1. Monthly Pre-Authorized Payments – Interim Payments were Deferred

For taxpayers who had monthly withdrawals deferred, final payments will be made in three equal withdrawals one in October, one in November and one in December.

 

Residential and Non-Residential
New Final Payment Schedule Due Dates

– if Interim tax payments were deferred

 October 2020 November 2020 December 2020
  Withdrawal payment Withdrawal payment Withdrawal payment

 

  1. Monthly Pre-Authorized Payments – Payments Continued

Taxpayers who have chosen to continue to make regular monthly payments for their interim taxes will continue with monthly withdrawals on their normal schedule.

 

Residential and Non-residential
Payment Schedule Unchanged

Interim tax payments continued

 July 2020

*residential only

 

Monthly withdrawal

 August 2020

 

Monthly withdrawal

 September 2020

 

Monthly withdrawal

 October 2020

 

Monthly withdrawal

 November 2020

 

Monthly withdrawal

 December 2020

 

Monthly withdrawal

 

Property assessment is determined by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC). These assessments are updated every four years and increases are phased-in over a four-year period. The last re-assessment was conducted in 2016. The next MPAC reassessment was planned to be completed this year for the 2021 taxation year; however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Ontario postponed the assessment update. This means the property assessment used for the 2021 tax year will be the same as the 2020 tax year.

 

In addition, to the COVID-19 assistance, the City of Mississauga is also continuing with its annual tax rebate for low-income seniors and low-income persons with disabilities. For 2020, the annual rebate has been increased to $436.

 

Read the full report: 2020 Final Levy Taxation Addressing COVID-19 Impacts

 

Learn more about the City of Mississauga’s taxes and assessment processes.

 

May 7, 2020
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Tax Deferral, Online Penalty Notice Screening and Prohibiting Fireworks

By Covid-19, Events, Issues

City of Mississauga COVID-19 Response Continues: Tax Deferral, Online Penalty Notice Screening and Prohibiting Fireworks

COVID-19 | May 6, 2020

Today, Council approved further actions in response to COVID-19 including, tax deferral, allowing online administrative penalty screening and prohibiting the sale and use of fireworks.

“Mississauga continues to run efficiently and deliver key services in the face of this pandemic,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “That includes continuing to take measures to keep Mississauga safe and provide cash flow relief to our residents. Prohibiting fireworks is the right thing to do at this time to help discourage large groups from gathering, keep our City safe and ensure our firefighters and enforcement teams are focused on the task at hand, that’s fighting COVID-19.”

Tax Deferral
To provide further financial assistance to taxpayers and help ease financial pressures as a result of the impacts of COVID-19, Council agreed to postpone regular final tax instalments and eliminate late payment charges and fees related to tax payment requests for changes. The City is requesting that landlords pass the tax deferral on to their tenants. Details

Virtual Fireworks Only
Council voted to prohibit the sale and use of fireworks until further notice to reduce the potential for large crowds and continue to promote resident safety for the duration of the emergency related to COVID-19 as declared by the Province of Ontario and ensure existing resources are available and used for resident safety.  While fireworks are currently banned in Mississauga, please enjoy a virtual display this year with highlights from previous Mississauga firework events presented by Tim Hortons: https://youtu.be/cy7B2SL1zcc

Three by-laws were amended to prohibit the use and sale of fireworks in Mississauga:

  1. Fireworks Residents By-law – Regulating the use of fireworks by the public including restrictions on dates, times and permit requirements.
  2. Fireworks Vendors By-law – Regulating the licensing for the ownership and operation of portable firework display units within the City.
  3. Business Licensing By-law – Regulating the licensing and sale of fireworks from inside a building (not portable).

Online Screening Reviews of Administrative Penalties
Council voted to amend the Administrative Penalty By-law and Licencing Administrative Penalty By-law to allow for written submissions for online screening reviews of administrative penalties. During the current Provincial Court closure period, the by-law amendments allows the screening review process to continue as an option for anyone seeking a review of their penalty notice, which was previously only allowed in-person.

This online option will be available later this spring for the following administrative penalties related:

For those who have already submitted requests for screening reviews, a notice will be mailed to the address that the court has on file providing the opportunity to have their dispute heard by way of online written submissions.

For those who chose to continue with an in-person review, their matters will be dealt with once the Court offices re-open. For all new penalty notices, the defendant will be given the option of paying the penalty, or choosing an online submission or in-person review of their penalty notice.

To stay informed on COVID-19 impacts on City services, please visit: Mississauga.ca/coronavirus.

 

No fireworks are allowed in #Mississauga until further notice. As #VictoriaDay approaches, do not light or buy #fireworks. With emergency orders in place due to #COVID19, we want to do our part to keep our community safe. Report non-compliance to 311. http://ow.ly/Zf1f50zyZYP

 

.@CityMississauga #COVID19 response continues keeping #Mississauga safe & providing cash flow relief: tax relief, online Administrative Penalty Screening & prohibiting the sale & use of Fireworks. http://ow.ly/Zf1f50zyZYP

 

Link to eCity:

https://web.mississauga.ca/city-of-mississauga-news/news/city-of-mississauga-covid-19-response-continues-tax-deferral-online-penalty-notice-screening-and-prohibiting-fireworks/

 

May 7, 2020
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Tele Town Hall on Tuesday, May 5 beginning at 6 p.m.

By Covid-19, Events, Issues

April 28, 2020

The City of Mississauga will provide important updates to residents on the latest COVID-19 news via a Tele Town Hall on Tuesday, May 5 beginning at 6 p.m.

The City continues to address pandemic concerns and will inform the public and local businesses about what the City is doing to protect their health and safety.

Residents will be able to listen and ask questions to an expert group of panelists from the City, Peel Region Public Health, Trillium Health Partners, Peel Regional Police and Peel Regional Paramedic Services. City Councillors and senior staff will also be available.

Panelists will include:

  • Mayor Bonnie Crombie, City of Mississauga
  • Janice Baker, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer, City of Mississauga
  • Tim Beckett, Fire Chief and Director of Emergency Management, City of Mississauga
  • Dr. Lawrence Loh, Medical Officer of Health, Peel Region Public Health
  • Michelle DiEmanuele, President and CEO, Trillium Health Partners
  • Nancy Polsinelli, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, Region of Peel
  • Chief Nish Duraiappah, Peel Regional Police
  • Peter Dundas, Chief and Director, Peel Regional Paramedic Services

Residents who wish to participate in the session can do so in the following three ways:

  1. Pre-register: residents who wish to participate in the session are encouraged to register their telephone number in advance at the following link: mississauga.ca/townhall
  2. Participate online: to participate live online, simply click the following link: mississauga.ca/livestreamevent
  3. Join by telephone: a random selection of residents will receive a telephone call to participate. If you don’t wish to participate, simply hang up. If you don’t receive a call and would like to participate, dial 1-877-229-8493 and enter ID number: 115911.

What:

City of Mississauga Tele Town Hall to update the community on COVID-19

When:

Tuesday, May 5, 2020

6 to 7:30 p.m.

 

To learn about the latest updates on actions taken by the City of Mississauga, visit mississauga.ca/coronavirus or follow @CityMississauga on Twitter.

For health information, please visit peelregion.ca/coronavirus

April 28, 2020
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An Appeal from The Compass

By Covid-19, Issues, Resources
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It would be an understatement to say that a lot has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic first affected our lives.

But, at The Compass, what has not changed is our commitment to our community and our dedication to helping those in need. We continue to prepare custom, pick-up food orders for our clients, as requested over the phone or online. For drop-ins, we are distributing hampers at the door to help them until their next visit. We also have a volunteer working remotely to assist clients with CERB applications.

The kind of change we have experienced in the last six weeks has made many of us feel stressed and anxious. Stress and anxiety can affect our physical and mental health, and our relationships. Can you imagine what it would be like to go through this time without money to buy food or pay rent? That is the uncertainty a number of our clients are facing.

The Compass is grateful to be here to support the vulnerable in our community, and we can only do that with your help. Our volunteers are our biggest supporters, and right now many of our volunteers are playing an important part in the fight against COVID-19 by staying at home. We are all in this together.

A core team of volunteers is working on site at The Compass, with the number of volunteers in the market reduced from 15+ to six, so we can maintain physical distancing. A number of volunteers are working remotely, helping with pick-ups, sharing our social media messages and letting the community know how people can support The Compass at this time.

Our hours have also been extended, so we are now distributing food Mondays from Noon to 7:30 p.m., and Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Clients schedule their weekly pick-up time, and place orders for custom hampers on our website. On arrival, clients are greeted outside from a safe distance and called by name to pick up their hamper. We have taken many steps to ensure everyone’s safety.

We are also grateful to the many businesses across the city that are working hard to keep us going. We have received meals from Paramount Fine Foods, Park Royal Fish & Chips, Pump House Grille and My Secret Kitchen to name a few. And we have received food donations from Loblaws, Sobeys, Winners, HomeSense and more.

Our greatest need right now is for financial donations, which allow us to immediately buy the most-needed supplies at lower-than-retail prices. With hard work and communication we can all get through this together. Lucie Zima, a long-time Compass volunteer, is hopeful that, “when the dust settles, our core values as a society—kindness, gentleness, patience, mindfulness and generosity of spirit—will prevail. What a wonderful result from an unprecedentedly tumultuous time that would be.”

 

 

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We want to give a shoutout to a new local initiative called Masks For Meals. Inspired by the growing need for food banks as people have lost their jobs, some people in the Mississauga/Oakville area are now sewing masks to help slow the spread of COVID-19, and distributing them in exchange for donations to local food banks like The Compass. The goal is to expand this program across Mississauga and Oakville.

 

 

This newsletter was prepared by volunteer Content Manager John Wilson, a Toronto-based freelance writer with On the Danforth and Broadview Magazine. For inquiries, contact John at editor@thecompass.ca.

 

 

 

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The Compass
310 Lakeshore Road West
Mississauga, Ontario
L5H 1G8The Compass is a registered charity: Charitable Registration Number 86235 2754 RR0001
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April 28, 2020
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Ward 1 Ratepayer Associations, The Compass & BIA – Information

By Covid-19, Issues, Resources, Ward 1
  1. Applewood Acres Association

Email: applewoodacreshomeowners@hotmail.com

Website: www.applewoodacres.ca

 Boundaries:

North – Queensway

South – QEW

East – Dixie Road

West – Cawthra Road

  1. Cranberry Cove Ratepayers Association

Email: ccrainfo24@gmail.com

Boundaries:

North – Lakeshore Road

South – Lake Ontario

East – Esso Imperial Oil Property

West – Rhododendron Gardens

  1. Credit Reserve Association (CRA)

Email: cra.mail@credit-reserve.com

Website: www.credit-reserve.com

Boundaries:

North – QEW

South – CN Tracks

East – Cooksville Creek/Trotwood Avenue

West – Credit River

  1. Lakeview Ratepayers Association

Email: admin@lakeviewratepayers.com

Website: www.lakeviewratepayers.com

Boundaries:

North to the QEW

South to Lake Ontario

East to Dixie Road and the Etobicoke Creek (south of the CN tracks)

West to Cawthra Road, Enola Road to the Adamson Estate (south of the CN tracks)

  1. Orchard Heights Homeowner’s Association

Email: ohhapres@gmail.com

Website: www.orchardheights.ca

Boundaries:

North – South Service Road – QEW

South – Toronto Golf Club

East – Etobicoke Creek

West – Dixie Road

  1. Sherway Homeowners and Recreational Association

Email: shorapresident@gmail.com

Website: www.sherwayhomeowners.com

Boundaries:

North – Queensway

South – QEW

East – Etobicoke Creek

West – Dixie Road

  1. Town of Port Credit Association (TOPCA)

Email: TOPCA@topca.net

Website: www.topca.net

Boundaries:

North – CNR tracks

South – Lake Ontario

East – Seneca Avenue

West – Shawnmarr Road

  1. Port Credit Business Improvement Area (BIA)

Address: Port Credit Lighthouse – 105 Lakeshore Rd W,

Email: admin@portcredit.com

Website: www.portcredit.com

Boundaries:

North – CNR Tracks

South – Lake Ontario

East – Cooksville Creek (west side)

West – Benson/Pine Avenue

  1. Lakeshore Community Outreach Centre Inc. operating as “THE COMPASS”.

Address: 427 Lakeshore Rd E

Email:  info@thecompass.ca

Website: https://thecompass.ca

Contact Number: 905 274-9309

Boundaries, as defined by our agency agreement with the Mississauga Foodbank:

North-QEW

South-Lake Ontario

East-Etobicoke Creek (Toronto Border)

West-Winston Churchill BLVC.

Outreach center and food bank serving the vulnerable in our community.

April 27, 2020
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Virtual Activities Online or by Phone – Mississauga Seniors’ Centre

By Covid-19, Events, Issues

During this time of social isolation we all need some connection.  We would like to invite you to join us for some activities.  All you need is a phone or computer to join in the fun.  Anyone 60+ years of age is welcome.  Each activity will be offered on a weekly basis.

 

Day Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Activity and Time Yarn Crafters

1:30 pm –

2:30 pm

 Coffee

Time

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

   Hot

Topics

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

 Fit

Break

1:00 pm –

2:00 pm

 

 

MONDAYS  

Yarn Crafters 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Join us for some time to connect and show off your current projects or start a new one. We would love to see and chat with you. Even if you don’t have a project, join us.

For phone in Meeting number is 475 670 876

 

TUESDAYS

Coffee Talk 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Bring your steamy cup of coffee and let’s chat.

For phone in Meeting number is 478 227 408

 

Coffee Talk Topics:

  • Tuesday April 8th – Favourite movies
  • Tuesday May 5th – Favourite recipes

 

THURSDAYS – starts May 7th

Hot Topics 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Each week we will present a new topic of interest.  We will have a guest speaker to speak on things that matter.  Watch for weekly hot topics.

For phone in meeting number is 479 444 995

 

Hot Topics:

  • Tuesday May 7th – Library news – A librarian will join us to show you how you can utilize the City of Mississauga library while still under social isolation

 

 

FRIDAYS

Fit Break 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Join a certified fitness instructor who will lead you through an exercise class. No equipment required. Materials in your home will be used.

For phone in Meeting number is 474 862 476

 

Fit Break Session:

  • Friday May 1st – Sit Fit
  • Friday May 8th – Low Impact Fitness– can be done standing or seated chair options

 

 

JOINING BY PHONE

  1. Please call 1-647-484-1596
  2. It will prompt you to punch in the meeting number
  3. Use the meeting number noted for your activity

 

 

JOINING ONLINE (computer, ipad/tablet or phone app)

For more detailed information on how to access these online activities, please see the attachment.

 

 

If you require support to either join by computer or by phone, we will be available up to an hour before the program start time to help walk you through the process.

 

 

 

Do you have a topic you would like to see us present?  Let us know.

April 27, 2020
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