Notice to "Occupy" Campers:
Leave Victoria Park in Compliance with Park By-law
(Friday, Nov. 11, 2011) – Occupy Nova Scotia was put on notice today that they are in violation of HRM by-law P-600 prohibiting camping in municipal parks.
Notices were distributed to participants in Victoria Park today. The occupiers have been informed that under the provisions of the Municipal Parks By-Law camping without written permission is prohibited. Similarly, no one is to be in a municipal park between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. without the written permission of HRM.
“Council and the public have respected the right to peaceful protest and free assembly, but the time has come for the encampment to end,” said Mayor Peter Kelly. “Our parks are for all of the public, not an unregulated campground for some.”
Under the notice, the occupiers are required to take down their tents and other structures and collect their belongings so the park may return to regular public use. The content of the notice is included below. If the encampment does not disband, the by-law will be enforced.
The provisions of the Parks by-law will also be enforced in the Grand Parade.
“Since the departure of the protesters from the Grand Parade, we have made a significant effort to bring it back to the condition the public expect,” said the Mayor. “Camping will not be permitted in the Grand Parade or any HRM park.”
Here is the Notice they were given.
NOTICE TO PERSONS OCCUPYING HRM PARKS
Friday, November 11, 2011
While the Halifax Regional Municipality has respected the Occupy Nova Scotia participants’ right to a peaceful assembly and their right to have their issues known publicly, it is now time to return Victoria Park, the Grand Parade and other HRM parks to the public at large and for protest participants to comply with the Municipal Parks By-Law.
Pursuant to Municipal Parks By-Law P-600
Camping in municipal parks is prohibited unless otherwise posted or by written permission of HRM.
No person shall erect or place in a park any thing for the purpose of temporary or permanent accommodation, unless by written permission of HRM.
No person shall be in a park at any time during the period 10p.m. to 5a.m., unless by written permission of HRM.
HRM will be enforcing this By-law effective November 11, 2011, by this notice you are required to remove any tents, belongings and any other items or structures from Victoria Park. Failure to do so will result in further enforcement of By-Law P-600.
By-Law P-600 also applies to the Grand Parade and will be enforced. While overnight occupation and the erection of tents or other structures for accommodation is prohibited under the By-law, all HRM parks remain a place for assembly and peaceful protest.
Mike Labrecque,
Acting Chief Administrative Officer
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Friday, November 11, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
A Note from the HRP
Responsible Drinking
Now, more than ever, responsible drinking should be top of mind. The heartbreaking news of the young student from Acadia who died last week after consuming a large quantity of alcohol represents an opportunity for all of us to consider the harmful effects of alcohol consumption and learn from this tragedy.
Did you know that if you have more than four drinks at one occasion, it’s considered binge drinking which is harmful to your health. Responsible drinking involves counting and measuring drinks. Have a plan and stick to it to avoid over-consumption. Here are some helpful tips to put you on the right path:
● Alternate alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
● Drink lots of water to keep yourself hydrated.
● Use the three s’s to avoid excessive drinking - space drinks, sip drinks and socialize.
● Avoid competitive drinking/drinking games or catch-up with your friends who started drinking earlier than you. Anyone or anything that keeps you from making a personal decision about when, where or how much to drink is a form of bullying - don’t succumb to peer pressure.
A house party or night out on the town often involves alcohol, and people should consider these responsible drinking tips:
● Arrange for a designated driver before the night gets underway.
● Don’t leave your drink unattended.
● Keep an eye on your friends to ensure they’re not overindulging.
● Don’t accept drinks from someone you don’t know or have just met.
● If at all possible, leave with the same friends whom you went to the bar or party with in the first place.
● If you don’t have a designated driver, take public transit or a taxi to ensure you arrive alive.
● If you drink, don’t drive.
If you decide to host a party, you’re responsible for the health, wellness and safety of your guests. Here are some tips for the host/hostess:
● Have plenty of non-alcoholic drink options on hand.
● Serve food.
● Discourage drinking games or binge drinking.
● Arrange for alternate transportation or a place to sleep for your guests who have too much to drink.
If you feel that you or someone you know misuses or abuses alcohol, you should try to get help for yourself or them. A good place to start is the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness website at www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/addictions/alcohol where you will find a wealth of information on alcohol and its harmful effects.
Please drink responsibly.
Now, more than ever, responsible drinking should be top of mind. The heartbreaking news of the young student from Acadia who died last week after consuming a large quantity of alcohol represents an opportunity for all of us to consider the harmful effects of alcohol consumption and learn from this tragedy.
Did you know that if you have more than four drinks at one occasion, it’s considered binge drinking which is harmful to your health. Responsible drinking involves counting and measuring drinks. Have a plan and stick to it to avoid over-consumption. Here are some helpful tips to put you on the right path:
● Alternate alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
● Drink lots of water to keep yourself hydrated.
● Use the three s’s to avoid excessive drinking - space drinks, sip drinks and socialize.
● Avoid competitive drinking/drinking games or catch-up with your friends who started drinking earlier than you. Anyone or anything that keeps you from making a personal decision about when, where or how much to drink is a form of bullying - don’t succumb to peer pressure.
A house party or night out on the town often involves alcohol, and people should consider these responsible drinking tips:
● Arrange for a designated driver before the night gets underway.
● Don’t leave your drink unattended.
● Keep an eye on your friends to ensure they’re not overindulging.
● Don’t accept drinks from someone you don’t know or have just met.
● If at all possible, leave with the same friends whom you went to the bar or party with in the first place.
● If you don’t have a designated driver, take public transit or a taxi to ensure you arrive alive.
● If you drink, don’t drive.
If you decide to host a party, you’re responsible for the health, wellness and safety of your guests. Here are some tips for the host/hostess:
● Have plenty of non-alcoholic drink options on hand.
● Serve food.
● Discourage drinking games or binge drinking.
● Arrange for alternate transportation or a place to sleep for your guests who have too much to drink.
If you feel that you or someone you know misuses or abuses alcohol, you should try to get help for yourself or them. A good place to start is the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness website at www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/addictions/alcohol where you will find a wealth of information on alcohol and its harmful effects.
Please drink responsibly.
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