May 23 ,2012
We find out about the Ontario Senior Games association and the big event this summer hosted in Brampton.
The Ontario 55+ Summer Games is a program of the Ontario Ministry of Health Promotion and Sport.
Watch the Promo
May 15 ,2012
-Repeat- Does Ancient Mayan Text Indicate the World's End in 2012?
Dr. Paul Healy a Professor from Trent's Department of Anthropology, addresses "Apocalypse 2012" as we speak about the Mayan people and their culture and does he what they were trying to tell us.
May 09 ,2012
The 1st annual Peter Tweeter awards showcased some of Peterborough's social networkers. The awards held March 1st recognized some of the people creating a buzz in local online communications.
May 02 ,2012
Catherine sits down with Peterborough MP Dean DelMastro to talk to the Man behind the Politician. We talk about his life in Peterborough, his Family and some issues outside of his jurisdiction. Watch The Video (Repeat)
April 25 ,2012
Peterborough Medical Brigade is a group of volunteers consisting of doctors, dentists, nurses and their assistants who travel to third world countries providing them much needed medical aid.
Watch the Video Eye Opening Experience
April 18 ,2012
We introduce you to six local athletes that participated in the 2012 Special Olympics Canda Winter Games held in St Albert, Alberta March 2012. We find out how well they did.
April 11 ,2012
Put the ear muffs on the dog and crank this one up to 11!....We spend the day at Sadleir House with a group of women who came to rock!
We find out about the fundraiser Women's Rock Weekend that raises money for the summer program "Rock Camp For Girls". (Repeat)
April 04 ,2012
Community Care Peterborough, We talk about the services they provide to Seniors and adults with physical challenges. As well as the upcoming fundraiser "Kms for Care" Happening April 15th, 2012
Peterborough Office, Phone: 705-742-7067. TTY:705-742-7608
E-mail: Centofc@commcareptbo.org
March 28 ,2012
Upcoming 2012 Fundraisers
Jubilee Tea: Sun. Apr. 15
Gilmour Garage Sale: Sat. May 26
Stride to Turn the Tide Walk: Sat. June 16
Kazuri Jewellery Sale: Sun. Nov. 4
For more info contact Nancy Martin
martin.nl@sympatico.ca
(705) 743-1869
March 21 ,2012
March has been declaired Easter Seals Month in Peterborough. On April 1st the Easter Seals Telethon returns, broadcasting live on TVCOGECO and CHEX Noon - 6pm. We talk about Easter Seals celebrating 90 years, meet some local Easter Seals Kids and learn about the importance of Camp.
Watch The Video
March 14 ,2012
This Week Catherine Speaks with the Canadian Cancer Society. We find out what services they provide and talk about the various fundraisers in and around Peterborough (Repeat)
March 07 ,2012
Join Catherine as we find out about the New Canadians Centre. In the second half of the show she visits the worlds largest vegetarian pot luck at the NCC hosted "One World Dinner"
February 22 ,2012
Does Ancient Mayan Text Indicate the World's End in 2012?
Dr. Paul Healy a Professor from Trent's Department of Anthropology, addresses "Apocalypse 2012" as we speak about the Mayan people and their culture and does he what they were trying to tell us.
February 15 ,2012
Catherine sits down with Peterborough MP Dean DelMastro to talk to the Man behind the Politician. We talk about his life in Peterborough, his Family and some issues outside of his jurisdiction. Watch The Video
February 08 ,2012
We talk Hockey as this MP Dean Del Mastro's annual Hockey Challenge returns. We talk about some of the changes this year and the new organization involved "Hands Up"
We also introduce you to Jim Russell as the United Way's new Peterborough Chief Executive Officer.
February 01 ,2012
Northern Lights Canada has been providing employment services across Ontario since 1996. They deliver a full range of employment programs and services, and offer links to other programs in the community to help with employment and training goals.
January 25 ,2012
Dr Jenny Ingram speaks about her amazing Mom; Dr M. Vera Peters.
Dr. Peters is most notably recognized as an outstanding clinical investigator who changed the management of Hodgkin’s disease and breast cancer. In addition, her legacy as a clinician – her deep desire to know and involve her patients in decision-making – also marks her as a truly unique and compassionate innovator who was ahead of her time.
January 18 ,2012
The Learning Disabilities Association of Peterborough (LDAP) is a non-profit charitable organization committed to enabling individuals with learning disabilities to reach their full potential.
Our efforts are directed toward assisting people with learning disabilities and their families by providing support, guidance and resource information.
January 11 ,2012
Put the ear plugs in....We spend the day at Sadleir House with a group of women who came to rock!
We find out about the fundraiser Women's Rock Weekend that raises money for the summer program Rock Camp For Girls.
December 14 ,2011
Catherine sits down with Peterborough MPP Jeff Leal to talk to the Man behind the Politician. We talk about his life in Peterborough, his Family and his Passion for Former PM Lester B Pearson.
December 07 ,2011
Catherine speaks with Trent President Dr Steven Franklin.
November 16 ,2011
The Peterborough Festival of trees is moving. After 20 years being held in the Memorial Centre the Festival is moving Downtown. We discuss some of the changes and new attractions at this years Festival.
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November 09 ,2011
On this episode of FOCUS we speak with Fleming College President, Tony Tilly.
November 02 ,2011
On this episode we visit a Habitat for Humanity home build project that is in process. We find out about HFH and talk with a Teacher from Kenner who along with his class have been helping with the construction of a new duplex.
October 26 ,2011
Author Charles Foran, A former resident of Montreal, where he was a columnist for the Montreal Gazette and reported on Quebec for Saturday Night Magazine, Charlie currently resides in Peterborough, with his family.We talk with the Author about his latest book Mordecai: The Life & Times. Watch the Video
October 19 ,2011
We speak with the United Way of Peterborough & District. Recently United Way launched its 70th annual campaign and set a goal of $2,588,500.
United Way of Peterborough & District
277 Stewart St. Peterborough
Phone: (705) 742-8839
Fax: (705) 742-9186
Email: office@uwpeterborough.ca
October 11 ,2011
We talk to Anti-Bullying coordinators from the Red Cross' BE Heard as well as a Superintendant from the KPRDSB. We ask why is Bullying getting so out of hand and what kind of help is out there.
Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868
Canadian Red Cross, 565 Water Street, Peterborough, 1-866-298-7778.
October 04 ,2011
Join Catherine on this episode of Focus when we learn all about the Kawartha Turtle Trauma Centre. We see some turtle eggs hatch and Catherine comes face to face with a huge Snapping Turtle.
Watch the Video
September 28 ,2011
Join us as we Strike up the band when Catherine speaks with the Peterborough Concert Band. The PCB has been around for 152+ years and still are making beautiful music together..
Watch the Video
September 20 ,2011
This Week Catherine Speaks with the Canadian Cancer Society. We find out what services provide and talk about the various fundraisers in and around Peterborough
September 11 ,2011
Join us as Focus returns with a new Host, Catherine Hanrahan. We visit the Canadian Blood Services, Blood Donor Clinic. Catherine steps up and donates a pint of blood during her first Focus interview.
Watch Mayor's Blood Donor Drive Touching Story
May 23 ,2011
The Lindsay Lilac Festival is located in picturesque Lindsay Ontario on the banks of the Scugog river. With entertainment, lilac sales, food and beverages along with over 600 lilacs and over 120 varieties. We bring you highlights from last years festival and the unveiling of the Salute to Heroes Plaque.
May 24th to 31st, 2011, Lindsay Ontario.
Lilac Fest Website
May 16 ,2011
Paul Wilson visits with Dr. Steven Franklin, President, Trent University. This is Stevens second visit to TVCOGECO.
May 09 ,2011
As director of the Trent Biomaterials Research Program, Dr. Suresh Narine is delighted – and sometimes a bit humbled – to be working with such a talented team of organic chemists, materials physicists, and polymer chemists. We speak with Dr. Narine about his research at Trent University.
Watch the Video
May 02 ,2011
The Peterborough Wellness Expo offers information, exhibitors, displays and seminars relating to all areas of personal well-being and health issues.
We have a look at some of the highlights from 2010. This years Expo is May 7th 2011 at Evinrude Centre.
Wellness Expo 2011
April 25 ,2011
Green Expo 2011 is just around the corner April 30th at Evinrude Centre. We share some highlights from last years Expo and fill you in on what to expect this year.
Green Expo Website
April 11 ,2011
Don't miss the second annual Lifestyle Show in Lindsay. April 15 - 17, 2011Discover, explore, and learn how to enhance your life, be healthy and most of all - enjoy yourself to the fullest. We visit a Variety of booths from the 2010 show.
For more information Visit the Lifestyle Show Website
April 04 ,2011
Join us on this episode of Focus when we talk about Easter Seals Ontario and the upcoming Easter Seals Telethon.
March 22 ,2011
Join us on this episode of Focus when we sit down and speak to Former MP Peter Adams about his latest book: Peterborough Successess.
March 15 ,2011
Join us on this edition of Focus for an encore showing of the Peterborough Symphony Orchestra.
March 08 ,2011
Join us on Focus as host Paul Wilso speaks with SSFC President Dr. Tony Tilly
March 01 ,2011
Join us on this episode of Focus as we attend the Opening Of Heritage Week Ontario at Trent University. Keynote Speaker Dr. Thomas Symons.
February 15 ,2011
We visit with organizers and participants from the Greater Peterborough Soap Box Derby Association.
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February 01 ,2011
Since 2002 the Kawartha Turtle Trauma Centre has been working towards making Ontario a safer place for turtles. KTTC takes in injured turtles, rehabilitates them and releases them back into the wild.
Phone: 705-741-5000
KTTC Website Watch The Video
January 25 ,2011
We chat with Organizers of the 2011 Level A United Way Hockey Challenge about the upcoming event at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. January 30 2011.
Website
January 06 ,2011
Join Focus Host Paul Wilson as he sits down with founding President of Trent University, THB Symons.
Thursday, 20 January 2011 - 6:00 PM ,Friday, 21 January 2011 - 11:30 AM
Saturday, 22 January 2011 - 5:30 PM, Sunday, 23 January 2011 - 1:30 PM
Sunday, 23 January 2011 - 5:00 PM
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November 30 ,2010
Part 2 with Paul Wilson as he spends a day at Queens Park in Toronto at the 2nd annual Peterborough Day.
November 23 ,2010
Community Living Peterborough
After a week long review session, some deep breaths, and some bitten fingernails: Community Living Peterborough found out whether they would be considered for Accreditation from the CQL.
Watch the Video Hear the Poem
November 15 ,2010
Peterborough Festival of Trees celebrates 20 years this year. Join us as we talk about the Festival, how its changed and what's new this year.
November 09 ,2010
Host Cheryl Ayres speaks with Alex Mortlock, Manager of Energy Efficiency Services, Peterborough GreenUp and Doug Porter, Certified Energy Advisor about current initiatives and the impact even small changes can make.
November 02 ,2010
Peterborough gets a health check up with Dr. Rosana Pellizzari from the Peterborough County-City Health Unit. This Episode we talk about recent health issues such as Bed Bugs and Flu Shots in the City of Peterborough
2010 Flu Shot Clinics
October 26 ,2010
Host Paul Wilson spends a day at Queens Park in Toronto at the 2nd annual Peterborough Day.
Jeff Leal Website Viz Episode
October 19 ,2010
Host Cheryl Ayres takes us on a tour of the nearly completed YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter. We find out some of the services provided as well as some of the much needed upgrades over the existing shelter.
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October 12 ,2010
Host Cheryl Ayres speaks with Peterborough Symphony's Conductor - Michael Newnham, Past Chair - Gail Rowat and musicians - John Oosterbroek and Katie Avery about the PSO experience.
Watch the Video
NEXT WEEK: YWCA Crossroads Shelter Tour.
October 04 ,2010
Host Justin Beaudoin steps back in time with the Ptbo chapter of the SCA Canton of Petrea Thule.
The SCA is an international organization dedicated to researching and re-creating the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe. Events feature tournaments, royal courts, feasts, dancing, various classes & workshops.
Watch the Video
NEXT WEEK: The PSO
September 27 ,2010
We speak with Author John Boyko about his Biography; Bennett: The Rebel Who Challenged a Nation.
This is the first major biography and a new perspective look at RB Bennett the former Prime Minister of Canada.
Canada’s 11th Prime Minister, from 1930 to 1935, suggests historic public opinion may have greatly misunderstood the man.
September 20 ,2010
Not only can Green Energy save you money it can actually make you money, and It's good for the environment.
On this episode of Focus we find out about how to incorporate Green Energy into your home.
We talk with various vendors at the 2010 Green Expo about Solar, Geothermal and much more.
Watch the Video
September 14 ,2010
As director of the Trent Biomaterials Research Program, Dr. Suresh Narine is delighted – and sometimes a bit humbled – to be working with such a talented team of organic chemists, materials physicists, and polymer chemists. We speak with Dr. Narine about his research at Trent University.
Watch the Video
May 26 ,2010
An annual Heros tribute Gala for the fallen who share a connection to Peterborough.
Peterborough Remembers honours our brave soldiers who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
For more information please contact: Alan Wilson at (705) 313-1109
Check the Website
Guest book
May 19 ,2010
Boomer Consumer Expo: An Expo geared towards those 45+ to Shop and learn and Discover Good Living . From home renovations, to specialty items and services, designed with you in mind.
Exhibitors websites
Video: Lindsay Curling Club
May 12 ,2010
This week Doors Open Lindsay Pt 2. an event that allows us behind doors usually not open to the public. We visit Sylvesters & take a walking tour of Cambridge Street.
Next week We attend the Boomer Show in Lindsay.
Visit the Website
May 05 ,2010
We visit Doors Open Lindsay. an event that allows us behind doors usually not open to the public. We visit the Academy Theatre, Cambridge Street Church to name a few.
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April 28 ,2010
Encore Showing. Guest Host Ken Armstrong speaks with David Edgerton who has been a long time supporter of the Veterans wall of honour.
Check the Website
April 21 ,2010
We speak with staff and clients of Canadian Paraplegic Association Ontario about the organization. Also in this episode - a Market Hall announcement!
April 14 ,2010
The Green Expo 2010 is just around the corner (Saturday April 24, 10 am - 4pm. Evinrude Centre). We show you highlights from last years expo and tell you whats new this year.
Check out a few links from a few of the exhibitors we spoke with:
April 07 ,2010
We speak with Geoff Coulson of Environment Canada about the CanWarn program, We get a live demonstration of the system and learn how the CanWarn program has been expanded to allow for non-ham-radio equipped participation.
March 31 ,2010
We speak with members from the Kawartha Haliburton Children’s Foundation about the organization and the newest fundraiser event to raise money to send CAS children to camp.
March 24 ,2010
We talk with a WWII Vet about his experience in the War as he witnessed the sinking of the HMCS Valleyfield Frigate.
March 17 ,2010
In this episode we speak with:
- Adam Prinsen (Naturpathic Doctor)
- Erin Bell (Nutritionist, Registered Holistic Allergist)
- Linda Devine (Success and Wellness Coach, organizer of Wellness Expo)
about nutrition and how our food choices are affecting our health.
March 10 ,2010
We speak with volunteers and local ambassadors about the many programs the association funds and their importance.
Watch the Video
Samantha Video
March 03 ,2010
We talk with health care providers and a patient about the Unattached Patients Program - a test program offering proactive health screening in our region.
February 24 ,2010
Guest Host Ken Armstrong speaks with David Edgerton who has been a long time supporter of the wall.
February 17 ,2010
We speak with some of the providers around a ground breaking program offered in our region to help screen and hopefully prevent vascular disease
February 10 ,2010
Paul Wilson visits with Dr. Steven Franklin, President, Trent University
February 03 ,2010
Out and about for Doors Open Peterborough 2009 - part 2. We visit Peterborough Theatre Guild and the Trent-Severn Waterway Archives
January 27 ,2010
Out and about for Doors Open Peterborough 2009 - part 1. We visit Hay-Smit House, Helix/RB Rogers House, Peterborough Lift Locks and Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
January 20 ,2010
Peterborough /Lakefield Community Police Service's 160th anniversary. Ken Armstrong speaks with Retired Detective Rob Hotston
January 13 ,2010
Gearing up for the United Way Hockey Challenge 2010.
Event held at the Memorial Centre on Saturday Jan 23rd, at 1pm
December 09 ,2009
Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour - Part 2: Sharon Taylor, Anne Cavanagh, Sandy MacFarlane, Bronson Smith, Scott Walker
Air dates:
Wednesday, December 9, 2009 @ 6:00 pm
Thursday, December 10, 2009 @ 6:30 pm
Friday, December 11, 2009 @ 11:00 am & 7:00 pm
Saturday, December 12, 2009 @ 10:00 pm
Sunday, December 13, 2009 @ 5:30 pm
December 02 ,2009
Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour - Part 1: Suzanne Paleczny, Rob Brown, Victoria Wallace, Maura Joy Lusting, Wendy Trusler
Check the Website
November 25 ,2009
We talk with organizers and participants involved in Canadian Diabetes Association - Kawarthas Branch, 2009 Celebrity Challenge. The challenge was to live with diabetes for two weeks.
November 18 ,2009
This week we speak with organizers about the many events surrounding the 2009 Festival of Trees.
www.PFOT.org
Watch the Cool Video
November 11 ,2009
We speak with organizers, cooaches and participants, past and present about the Peterborough Kinsmen Minor Football League - celebrating its 30th anniversary year.
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November 04 ,2009
Features a look at the recent Airport Announcement, Showplace Peterborough's upcoming Christmas Stories Variety Show.
October 28 ,2009
Classics on Kent, Lindsay's annual classic car show.
October 21 ,2009
C'ooks Lane - enjoying a little Halloween fun and raising money for a good cause.
October 14 ,2009
Ceremony for Unveiling of the Firefighter Monument at Del Crary Park in September 11, 2009. We find out the stories behind the men honoured on the monument.
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October 07 ,2009
CNIB Technology Fair We see what devices and gadjets are out there to help those with Vision impairments.
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September 30 ,2009
Focus: Episode 3 - YWCA
A look at the YW's Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event from last May and an update on the new Crossroads Safe Haven project at a "Ground Breaking event"
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September 23 ,2009
Focus: Episode 2 - Lindsay Scottish Festival
September 16 ,2009
Zimbabwean Sculptor Singi Chihota at the Rice Lake Gallery
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