Assistant Deputy Minister Morah
Fenning raises a “Celebrate Peace” flag with Huronia Historical Parks General
Manager Jan Gray (right) as part of the official Opening Ceremony at Discovery
Harbour to start the TALL SHIPS ® 1812 Tour event. Over 5,500 people
visited Discovery Harbour the weekend of August 24-25 and enjoyed on-deck
visits aboard Discovery Harbour’s own Tall Ships H.M.S. Tecumseth and
Bee, plus guest American ships Lynx and Friends Good Will.
The spectacular event also featured the newly opened H.M.S. Tecumseth
Centre, live music, children’s heritage crafts and games, marine artisans, and
much more. Discovery Harbour is currently open to September
1, and then open for extended Fall dates Thursday to Sunday September 5-8 and
September 12-1
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Quest Art Hosting Multi-Generational Shilling Exhibition
Quest Art hosting multi-generational Shilling
exhibition
Quest Art School and Gallery is proud to present
Nindede, a multi-generational exhibit featuring the work of Arthur, Travis and
Bewabon Shilling.
This is one-of-a-kind exhibition features work which
breaks through the boundaries of traditional Aboriginal art.
“As the new Program Coordinator at Quest Art, I was
extremely excited when I heard our next exhibit was going to feature the
timeless masterpieces of Arthur Shilling alongside the works of his two sons,”
said Jill Price, Program Coordinator at Quest Art.
“I was already a huge admirer of Travis' work, as I
had seen two of his most recent "Flood" series at the
Orillia Museum of Art and History,” Price continued. “Now I
have become charmed by the more minimalist approach to landscape within
Bewabon's practice.”
“As I continue to study the
expressiveness mark-making and listen to the acquired stories behind the
artists and their work, I realize that this collection of historical and
contemporary works by the Shilling family, has the potential to become one
of the richest presentations of aboriginal culture and the Ontario art scene
from the 1970's til now,” stated Price. “I hope those who visit Quest Art
this fall will feel as honoured as I do to be in the presence of this work.”
The exhibition, which has been shown at the
Southampton Art Society and Georgina Arts Centre and Gallery, runs from Aug. 22
to Oct. 26.
The work by Arthur Shilling is from the private
collection of Rudy and Gloria Bies.
The opening reception on August 22, from 7 to 9 p.m.,
features a smudging ceremony, drummer and a taste of traditional foods.
All are welcome to attend.
The show continues to Oct. 26 and there is no charge
to view the exhibition. Quest Art thanks Midland Toyota for their
generous sponsorship of this exhibition.
Also taking place on Aug. 22 is the opening reception
of Works on Paper and the silent auction of the Steamroller Prints created on
Aug. 17. Works on Paper continues to Oct. 21.
Quest Art School and Gallery is a charitable
organization offering educational workshops for all ages and exhibition
opportunities. They are located within the Midland Cultural Centre at 333
King St., Midland. For more information about these exhibitions or
workshops, call 705-526-2787 or visit www.questart.ca.
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For more information about these exhibitions, please
contact myself at karen@questart.ca or
Jill Price at jill@questart.ca. We
hope you will join us for the opening reception on Aug. 22.
Thank you,
Karen Mealing
Operations Coordinator
Quest Art School + Gallery
333 King Street
Midland, Ontario L4R 3M7
Engaging and enriching the community
through visual arts appreciation, education and exhibition.
Photo: The work of Arthur Shilling, along with that of his sons Travis and Bewabon, will be on display at Quest Art from Aug. 22 to Oct. 26. The show will feature pieces by Arthur Shilling, including this self-portrait, from the private collection of Gloria and Rudy Bies, seen here with Quest Art Operations Coordinator Karen Mealing, left, and Quest Art Program Coordinator, Jill Price.
H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre opens at Discovery Harbour
Media Release:
For Immediate Release
H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre opens
at Discovery Harbour
The dynamic H.M.S. Tecumseth
Centre will open to the public on Monday,
August 19 at Discovery Harbour, offering visitors a world-class facility
that showcases the original 1815 hull of H.M.S. Tecumseth and dynamic themed exhibits surrounding the history of
the Penetanguishene Naval Establishment including its relationship to the War
of 1812.
The original 1815 hull was pulled from Penetanguishene Bay
in 1953 but has not had a climate controlled permanent home until now. After stabilization and preparation, the 1815
hull of H.M.S. Tecumseth was carefully
moved into its new home in June. Final
exhibits and building details were then completed and installed. The hull move was also documented and
can be viewed by visitors on a touchscreen in the new gallery.
The new exhibits in
the H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre display numerous artifacts from the site’s 19th
century history including the original 1815 clear-glass deck lights from H.M.S.
Tecumseth plus a wide array of
intriguing items including a powder flask, period coins, a brass platter
stamped with the King’s mark, compasses, a carronade, a ship’s anchor, and even
a rum bottle and flask. Key historical
personalities associated with the site’s history are also explored, including
Naval Hydrographer Henry Bayfield, Captain Samuel Roberts, and Chief Tecumseh. The new H.M.S.
Tecumseth Centre offers a superb visitor
experience and is a “must-see” highlight at Discovery Harbour. The attraction and the H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre
will also be open into September on a Thursday to Sunday schedule, September
5-8 and 12-15.
The exhibit was
funded in part by the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages,
1812 Commemoration Fund. The Ontario
Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport provided funding for the construction
of the H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre, stabilization of the 1815 Tecumseth hull, and the permanent
exhibit. A grand
(VIP) opening event for the Centre is
scheduled for early next Spring, 2014.
“When opened, the
new H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre will be unique in Canada and will truly serve as a
dynamic visitor area to permanently showcase the site’s 19th century story and
its ties with the history of Penetanguishene, the region, and other heritage
sites throughout Ontario”, noted Jan Gray, General Manager of Huronia
Historical Parks.
The opening of the H.M.S. Tecumseth Centre is also an added new
feature to the exciting regional TALL
SHIPS ® 1812 Tour Event on August
24-25, supported by
the Government of
Ontario. As part of the event, Discovery
Harbour will welcome the American Tall Ships Lynx and Friends Good Will
to the King’s Wharf for public touring. Over the weekend, great musicians
including Canadian folk artists Tamarack, Ariko, Jill et les Bûcherons, Vince
Therrien, and The Salty Sailor Singers will perform and delight crowds at
Discovery Harbour.
“Every season Discovery Harbour
educates, enlightens and entertains residents and visitors alike about the rich
heritage and history of our people and our province. Our Government is
proud to partner with Huronia Historical Parks and support marquee War of 1812
Bicentennial commemorations throughout Ontario like the TALL SHIPS® 1812
Tour. The opening of the new H.M.S. Tecumseth
Centre will showcase the Penetanguishene Naval Establishment that played a
critical role in the development of our nation while adding an innovative new
attraction for generations of Ontarians to explore and experience.”
-Michael Chan, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport
The best buy for
the TALL SHIPS ® 1812 Tour Event is
the “Passport” at $18.00 per person which allows on-board access to the Tall
Ships at Discovery Harbour, the Port of Penetanguishene, and the Port of
Midland on August 24-25. Passports are now available for sale at
the admissions areas of Discovery Harbour and Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, as
well as the Midland Tourist Information Centre at Town Dock, the North Simcoe
Sports and Recreation Centre in Midland, Penetanguishene Town Hall, and the
Penetanguishene Tourist Information Centre.
For further information visit hhp.on.ca, or call 705 526-7838.
Discovery Harbour is
operated by Huronia Historical Parks,
and is an Attraction
of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport.
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Media Contact:
Bill Brodeur
Coordinator
Marketing and Media Relations
Huronia Historical Parks
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
Discovery Harbour
705 528-7692
Rob Dozzi Has Been Appointed Vice President of Finance & Administration, for Huronia Alarms
PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Collingwood, Ontario: August 15th, 2013
The appointment of Rob Dozzi as Vice President of Finance & Administration, for Huronia Alarms, effective June 1st, was announced by Kevin Leonard, President.
“Rob brings over 25 years of finance, operations and administrative experience to Huronia from a number of major Canadian companies. As a key member of our Senior Management Team, Rob will be instrumental in helping develop Huronia’s plans for growth in new and existing markets, and industry segments,” Leonard said.
Dozzi will lead the day-to-day financial and administrative activities including the development of new processes and procedures in both the Midland and Collingwood offices.
“In three to five years we will have fully implemented new administration and accounting systems which will equate to an even better Customer Service experience – that’s our main focus at Huronia and I’m excited to be a part of the Team,” said Dozzi.
Huronia Alarms is Central Ontario’s leading provider of home and business security and monitoring services, CCTV, fire and safety services and products, home theatre, audio and video consultation and entertainment room design, as well as cabling and smart home wiring for today's home automation requirements.
For more information contact:
Media Inquiries - Jaclyn Jones, Account Manager at Whiting & Holmes Limited, 289-337-3662, jaclyn@whitingandholmes.com
Specific Inquiries relating to Huronia Alarms – Kevin Leonard, President at Huronia Alarms, 705-792-9311, kleonard@huroniaalarms.com
Collingwood, Ontario: August 15th, 2013
The appointment of Rob Dozzi as Vice President of Finance & Administration, for Huronia Alarms, effective June 1st, was announced by Kevin Leonard, President.
“Rob brings over 25 years of finance, operations and administrative experience to Huronia from a number of major Canadian companies. As a key member of our Senior Management Team, Rob will be instrumental in helping develop Huronia’s plans for growth in new and existing markets, and industry segments,” Leonard said.
Dozzi will lead the day-to-day financial and administrative activities including the development of new processes and procedures in both the Midland and Collingwood offices.
“In three to five years we will have fully implemented new administration and accounting systems which will equate to an even better Customer Service experience – that’s our main focus at Huronia and I’m excited to be a part of the Team,” said Dozzi.
Huronia Alarms is Central Ontario’s leading provider of home and business security and monitoring services, CCTV, fire and safety services and products, home theatre, audio and video consultation and entertainment room design, as well as cabling and smart home wiring for today's home automation requirements.
For more information contact:
Media Inquiries - Jaclyn Jones, Account Manager at Whiting & Holmes Limited, 289-337-3662, jaclyn@whitingandholmes.com
Specific Inquiries relating to Huronia Alarms – Kevin Leonard, President at Huronia Alarms, 705-792-9311, kleonard@huroniaalarms.com
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