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Newmarket students discover the story of a green town
Newmarket students discover the story of a green town
NEWMARKET, Ontario, May 28, 2008 – In celebration of Canadian Environment Week (June 1 to 7), all Grade 1 students in the Town of Newmarket will receive a copy of Noreen & the story of a green town next week, the first storybook ever produced by the Town of Newmarket.
“Children are the driving force behind environmental change,” says Mayor Tony Van Bynen. “This book highlights Newmarket’s environmental initiatives in a way that is appealing to readers of all ages. It is our hope that the storybook will raise awareness about Newmarket’s environmental bylaws and programs with the student and their parents as well.”
The book captures a day-in-the-life of Newmarket’s environmental heroine Noreen as she journeys through Newmarket – one of Canada’s most environmentally-progressive communities. Through a cast of eco-conscious characters, including Binny the Green Bin and Lucy the Ladybug, Newmarket’s environmentally-based bylaws and green initiatives are brought to life.
“By getting this book into the schools and sharing this story, we’re teaching children the importance of environmental protection and sustainability,” says Ward 3 Councillor Victor Woodhouse. “It is our goal to reach the students with Newmarket’s environmental messages in a fun, compelling and entertaining way.”
Mayor Van Bynen and members of Council will be visiting various schools throughout Newmarket during the month of June to sit down and personally share this story with Grade 1 classes.
Copies of the storybook will be delivered to all Grade 1 students in Newmarket during Canadian Environment Week. The storybook will also be available at the Newmarket Public Library (438 Park Avenue) and limited copies are available upon request at the Town of Newmarket Municipal Offices (395 Mulock Drive) or by calling 905-895-5193.
For additional information on Newmarket’s environmental initiatives visit www.newmarket.ca and click on “Environmental Leadership.”
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Media Contact:
Danielle Goodridge
Communications Specialist, Town of Newmarket
Tel: 905-953-5300, ext 2043
E-mail: dgoodridge@newmarket.ca
