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• Brock researchers to introduce coastal research project to Lincoln residents and stakeholders

  Monday, November 26, 2018 | By Brock University

  MEDIA RELEASE: 26 November 2018 – R00209

  A research project examining how coastal communities can deal with the impacts of climate change will formally launch in the Town of Lincoln this week.

  The town suffered around $1 million in damage as a result of back-to-back spring storms in 2017 that caused massive flooding from Lake Ontario. Announced in May, Brock University Professor and UNESCO Chair in Community Sustainability Liette Vasseur is leading a three-year research study that will focus on Lincoln as the Ontario component of a wider project by Université du Québec à Rimouski.

  The local research is being funded through a $280,000 grant from the Marine Environmental Observation Prediction and Response Network (MEOPAR) with additional support from the Town of Lincoln and Brock.

  The Lincoln research will officially be launched on Thursday, Nov. 29 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Fleming Centre in Beamsville. Interested residents and landowners will be able to meet Vasseur and her research team and learn more about how they can participate in the project. There will also be a short discussion to learn more about the experiences of those in attendance around climate change and extreme weather events in the town.

  “Our strong partnership with Brock enables these types of on-the-ground research opportunities, informing and providing evidence-based decisions for our community,” said Town of Lincoln CAO Michael Kirkopoulos.

  Vasseur said she hopes the end result of the research will be sustainable options for the future such as how to help slow down and prevent shoreline erosion or any other impacts on the town.

  “With this project, we want to help the community and the town contribute to solutions and strategies to adapt to climate change,” she said.

  What: MEOPAR Town of Lincoln Research Project Launch

  When: Thursday, Nov. 29, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

  Where: Fleming Centre, Room A, 5020 Serena Dr., Beamsville

  Who: Open to all

  For more information or for assistance arranging interviews:

  * Dan Dakin, Manager Communications and Media Relations, Brock University ddakin@brocku.ca, 905-688-5550 x5353 or 905-347-1970

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• Limited spaces available for Brock Winter Camps

  Friday, November 23, 2018 | By Brock University

  MEDIA RELEASE: 23 November 2018 – R00208

  Brock University’s engaging Winter Camps are around the corner. From springboard diving to outdoor adventures, there is something for everyone.

  “Our Winter Camps are designed to engage kids with an active environment while enhancing curious minds,” said Program Manager Michelle Leone.

  The camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 2 to 4 with extended care options available throughout the week. They’re led by engaging staff who are Brock students with a passion for learning and contagious enthusiasm, said Leone.

  “They create a community you can feel and they help all campers build a sense of belonging here at Brock,” she said. “We have a great variety of camps to keep children active and busy during the holiday break.”

  There are three types of camps to amuse kids in a fun learning environment:

  Sports School (Grades 1-8): Includes athletic activities such as floor hockey, basketball, volleyball, handball and racquet sports. Afternoons are dedicated to outdoor recreation and swimming.

  Aquatics Camp (Grades 1-8): Featuring activities in Brock’s aquatics centre with diving, lifeguarding, aqua-sport or synchronized swimming lessons. This environment is a fun-filled setting focusing on technical improvement.

  Youth University (Grades 2-8): A creative environment that explores invention and outdoor education. Campers will dive into the makerspace and get creative with art. Afternoons include outdoor recreation and swimming.

  The cost is $40 a day and registration is available at brocku.ca/kids or by phoning 905-688-5550 x3120.

  For more information or for assistance arranging interviews:

  * Dan Dakin, Manager Communications and Media Relations, Brock University ddakin@brocku.ca, 905-688-5550 x5353 or 905-347-1970

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