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Winter Water Safety: What you Need to Know Feb 15, 2024

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You’re in for an informative and potentially life-saving episode of What’s Up, Welland? as we welcome back Nicole Pilote, supervisor of aquatics and recreation programs, who also happens to be a seasoned expert in water safety. And, since water safety is a year-round practice, we’re talking about the risks and precautions we can take when venturing on or near the Welland Recreational Canal.
From practical tips to invaluable insights, Nicole shares a comprehensive overview of water safety for this time of year, empowering us to make informed choices and embrace the beauty of Welland’s canal (or any other body of water) with confidence and caution.

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

Back to chat brunching, bidding, bowling, and so much more Feb 08, 2024

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Care to guess who are guaranteed to bring the joy when joining us for an episode of What’s Up, Welland?
Amanda Braet and Andrea DiCenso from Birchway Niagara, that’s who!
As ardent advocates assisting those in our community, it’s our pleasure to welcome them back. Whether it’s continuing to share Birchway’s mission, educating us about impactful events, or brightening the day with off-air conversations about all things under the sun (which, have you noticed, has been shining lately?) Amanda and Andrea are reflections of hope, care, and possibility. Join us as we dig in to find out what they and Birchway Niagara have been up to since we last spoke.

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

What do you call a museum about cows? A moo-seum. Feb 01, 2024

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We may know what a museum is by definition, but we’re here to tell you to put your jump to conclusions mat away because what you may not know is that the Welland Museum offers far more than a jaunt through the past. With interactive exhibits that appeal to all ages – you can try stuff on! – and a curated approach focussing on Welland’s history, this is the right place to discover how we got here and celebrate where we’re going.
Lisa Mooney, executive director, makes her What’s Up, Welland? debut by enthusiastically highlighting what’s in store when you head to this community museum and why you should visit soon.

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

How does a snow plow greet its friends? “Ice to see you!” Jan 25, 2024

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Whether you're out and about braving the winter chill or comfortably sipping hot cocoa by the fireplace, we've got you covered with the latest information on how the City’s dedicated Public Works team is working hard to keep Welland safe and accessible during these winter months.
James Sticca, manager of public works, is back on What’s Up, Welland? to share insights into our winter operations, snow-clearing events, and everything you need to know as we navigate the snowy season. Snow, weather you’re fond of the white fluffy stuff or not, it's January, it's here, more is sure to come, but we're ready for it.

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

Laying down the gavel and kicking off a New Year Jan 18, 2024

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Brief pause over, let’s get back to it.
We're thrilled to welcome Mayor Frank Campion to kick off a new season of What's Up, Welland? In keeping the streak of season openers alive at three years and counting, Mayor Campion's commitment to Welland and passion for community development make him the perfect guest to set the tone for what’s going to be an incredible year ahead.
But before our engaging conversation begins, one question lingers: who will get the last word – our esteemed Mayor Campion or co-host, Marc MacDonald?

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

That’s all (for now) folks. Dec 14, 2023

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And just like that, it’s the end of another season of What's Up, Welland?

This year seemingly zipped by in a flash, but we’ve got 61 conversations to show that it happened.

In true What’s Up, Welland? tradition, we thoroughly enjoyed sharing stories from inside city hall, folks and groups across the Welland community, and a handful of drop-ins with Niagara College.

What’s in store for Season 3?

Certainly more of our friendly guest engagement, glimpses into city processes and community organizations, and undoubtedly a few dashes of the unexpected.

Thank you to everyone who got behind a mic and those who tuned in.

This is where you’ll find us for Season 3.

Until then…

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

What’s a vegetable’s favourite kind of joke? A corny one. Dec 07, 2023

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24,000 students served daily
1,000+ volunteers
200+ elementary and secondary school locations
42 programs in Welland
6 staff
The numbers behind Niagara Nutrition Partners are pretty striking. Even more captivating are the stories detailing the connection between nutrition and learning, and the current challenges of sustaining school nutrition programs.
Here to highlight the inherent importance of providing all students with access to breakfast, lunch, and snacks are some of the dedicated staff of NNP. Jessica Stephenson, program manager, and community development workers Lina Lianga and Meghann Riley, discuss the work they do and the benefits it brings to students in Welland and throughout Niagara.
To learn more about NNP, visit www.niagaranutritionpartners.ca/

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

College Drop-In with Jackie Frail and Erin Wilkie Nov 30, 2023

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Do you have a passion for supporting others? Are you inspired to enhance the well-being of people of all ages?
Well, this episode and Niagara College’s School of Community Services are for you.
With a home at the Welland campus, Community Services offers a slate of programs to prepare students to support the varying needs of individuals and families, spanning all ages from young children to the elderly. In typical NC fashion, experiential learning opportunities are plentiful, enabling and empowering students to gain essential industry experience.
Now, it’s one thing to read about the School of Community Services, and you can do that by visiting their dynamic site: https://www.niagaracollege.ca/communityservices/
But it’s a whole other experience listening to today’s guests share their impassioned insights about this area of NC. Join Jackie Frail, interim associate dean, and Erin Wilkie, professor, for a lively walk through the School of Community Services.

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

Bringing clarity to the 2024 budget Nov 23, 2023

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When an essential annual process undergoes modifications and inherits a bunch of new words, it sounds like the perfect opportunity to bring back Mayor Frank Campion for a clarifying conversation.
The newly legislated Strong Mayor Powers mean the City of Welland’s mayor is responsible for bringing forward a municipal budget, the crucial document that guides staff on allocating the community’s tax dollars.
It’s a given that when something changes, questions arise.
How will this year’s process unfold compared to previous years? What does budget deliberation and Council involvement look like? What words will be used to explain what’s taking place?
Perhaps most importantly – because everyone in Welland is affected – will residents have the opportunity to follow the process?
It’s a privilege to be asking and answering these questions and more through today’s episode with Mayor Campion. Residents are encouraged to visit www.engagewelland.ca/your-2024-budget-talks to learn more about the budget, ask questions, leave comments, and stay up to date with the process.

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

Say what you see. Learn how to support someone who may be struggling. Nov 16, 2023

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A new mental health walk-in clinic at Seaway Mall. An overwhelmingly generous and supportive turnout for the Hope Gala. An in full swing Project Plaid campaign that encourages us to talk openly about mental health. An update on the recently opened River House in the city of Welland.
It’s undeniable that Pathstone Mental Health is active and committed to being there for children and youth in Niagara struggling with mental health issues.
Today, Kim Rossi, director of fundraising and communications, makes a hope-filled, gratitude-laden, and engaging as always return to talk about a slate of Pathstone news, and inspire us with a call to kind action.
The impactful video Kim mentioned can be seen here: Maddy - Pathstone Mental Health Foundation (pathstonefoundation.ca)
And all your Project Plaid curiosity can be satisfied by visiting: #PROJECTPLAID - Pathstone Mental Health Foundation (pathstonefoundation.ca)

You can catch all past episodes and leave us comments at www.welland.ca/podcast/

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