The Environment and Natural History of York Region Has Benefited From a $14,000 OTF Grant
MEDIA RELEASE June 3, 2007
For Immediate Release
The Environment and Natural History of York Region Has Benefited
From a $14,000 OTF Grant
Richmond Hill – The residents of Richmond Hill are enjoying the benefits today, thanks to a $14,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). Richmond Hill Council joined OTF representative Vijay Lekhi in congratulating the Richmond Hill Naturalists at the Mill Pond Splash ceremony. Frank Klees, MPP for Oak Ridges was unable to attend the event and sent his best wishes, “Your “Digital Green Space” web site is a wonderful tool to further the awareness of the natural environment and its importance in our daily lives.”
The Richmond Hill Naturalists, established in 1955, are dedicated to enjoying, protecting and promoting interest in the environment and natural history of York Region. It offers monthly speakers on a wide range of topics with interest groups such as bird watching, botany and the environment. It also participates in nature walks, field trips, cleanups, tree planting and restoration projects.
“We have used this grant for a Speakers Series encouraging residents to discover and explore nature,” said President Marianne Yake. “We have also purchased equipment and set up a website enhancing our profile in the community. We are thankful for the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s commitment to work with us to educate, protect and enhance natural habitats for wildlife and people.”
The Ontario Trillium Foundation, an agency of the Ministry of Culture, receives funds from the government’s charity casino initiative. The Foundation allocates grants to eligible charitable and not-for-profit organizations in the arts and culture, environment, human and social services and sports and recreation sectors. For more information, please visit www.trilliumfoundation.org.
For more information, please contact:
Marianne Yake
Richmond Hill Naturalists
(905) 883-3047
[email protected]