Fort Erie Multi-Cultural Centre / Peace Bridge Report: January to December 2012
The Fort Erie Multicultural Centre (FEMC) helps newcomers to Fort Erie through programs such as Community Connections, computer training, youth programs, language learning, job search skills, and more. The FEMC also operates the Peace Bridge Newcomers’ Centre near the Peace [...]
On Course for the Future: 2013-2014 Annual Corporate Summary
The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation aims to pass ships through a safe and reliable waterway system in a cost-effective, efficient and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of all stakeholders today and into the future. This annual corporate summery [...]
Niagara Cycling Tourism
This presentation reviews the drivers and impact of cycling tourism and presents five ways to be a bike-friendly business. Presenter: Susan Morin Published By: Venture Niagara Presentation Date: May 5, 2014 View Niagara Cycling Tourism
Niagara Region Bicycling Map
A map of bicycling routes in Niagara region. Published By: Niagara Region Publication Date: 2011 View Niagara Region Bicycling Map
Getting There: Access to Health & Human Services for Niagara’s Most Vulnerable
Niagara Connects is leading a working group of Niagara-wide community partners in identifying key building blocks to build a centrally-dispatched access system for health and human services for Niagara's most vulnerable. This one-pager details the actions of the working group, [...]
Impact of Regional Transit on Rider Quality of Life
Originally presented to the Niagara Region Transportation Steering Committee, this presentation details the impact the Regional Transit has had on the quality of life of those who ride it. Presenters: Jeffrey Sinclair & Joanna Polillo Presented By: Meeting on the Bus Presentation [...]
Transportation Tomorrow: Regional Municipality of Niagara
A Transportation Tomorrow survey summary of the Niagara region area. Prepared By: Data Management Group Published By: Transportation Tomorrow Publication Date: 2011 View Transportation Tomorrow Survey Results
A Quantitative Study of Social Capital Components, Self Reported Health Status and Social Determinants of Health
A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts in Applied Health Sciences Author: Karen Cudmore Publication Date: August, 2012 View A Quantitative Study of Social Capital Components, Self Reported Health Status and Social Determinants [...]
Aging Well in Niagara: A Conversation About the Needs of Seniors
In Fall 2012, Niagara Region asked residents about how it can better support seniors as they age in their homes. Through public forums and surveys, seniors and others shared their thoughts and ideas in several areas. This site details a summary [...]
Canadians (Not) At The Polls: A Local, Provincial and National Story
When Niagara Falls voters were called to the polls last February in a hotly-contested provincial by-election, just under 38 per cent of registered voters actually cast a ballot. While turnout in by-elections is traditionally lower than in general elections, the [...]
Voting Patterns of Municipal Elections in Niagara:
This policy brief details the voting process and patterns in Niagara.The brief draws conclusions from the data and sets forward recommendations for the future. Published By: Brock University Niagara Community Observatory Publication Date: September, 2014 View Voting Patterns of Municipal Elections [...]
The 2010 Composite Learning Index: Five Years of Measuring Canada’s Progress in Lifelong Learning
The Composite Learning Index (CLI) is Canada’s annual measure of progress in lifelong learning. It is based on a combination of statistical indicators that reflect the many ways Canadians learn, whether in school, in the home, at work or within [...]
International Students at Brock University
An at-a-glance view at the breakdown of Brock's international student population. Published By: Brock University Publication Date: September 2014 View International Students at Brock University
Niagara Parent Knowledge Study: Executive Summary
The goal of the Niagara Parent Knowledge Study (NPKS) was to gather information to answer the following questions: What knowledge does Niagara parents of children aged 0-6 years possess in relation to their child’s growth and development? How confident are [...]
A Meta-Perspective on the Evaluation of Full-Day Kindergarten During the First Two Years of Implementation
In September 2013, approximately 184,000 four- and five-year-olds (i.e., 75% of all kindergarten children) are enrolled in full-day kindergarten programs across Ontario. At full implementation, it is estimated that 265,000 children will be enrolled in full-day kindergarten. The program evaluation aims: [...]
Literacy: Why It Matters
This information guide provides a snapshot of 20 reasons why literacy matters. Published By: Community Literacy of Ontario Publication Date: February, 2013 View Literacy: Why It Matters
Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre Niagara: Annual Report
In September 2013, CACN celebrated 5 years of helping children and youth in Niagara who have experienced abuse. This report details the 2013 successes and challenges of CACN. Published By: Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre Niagara Publication Date: 2013 View CACN Annual [...]
Family and Children’s Services Niagara: 2013-2014 Annual Report
This report details the quantitative and qualitative successes of the FACS, including a financial report, for 2013-2014. Published By: Family and Children's Services Niagara Publication Date: 2014 View FACS Annual Report
Competencies for Canada’s Substance Abuse Workforce
Competencies for Canada’s Substance Abuse Workforce identifies Technical and Behavioural Competencies required to perform effectively in the substance abuse field, from health promotion, support and outreach, counselling, withdrawal management and supervision to administration and senior management. The Competencies also applies [...]
Local Labour Market Planning Report 2014-15
This report provides an overview of current labour market conditions in the St. Catharines-Niagara Census Metropolitan Area, Grimsby and West Lincoln. It identifies key strengths and challenges for Niagara's labour market for the next three years. Published By: Niagara Workforce Planning [...]
