MEDIA RELEASE For Immediate Release DATE:  May 11, 2005

COMMUNITY SAFETY DAY

On Saturday, June 4, 2005, the City of Pickering will be holding its first Community Safety Day between 9:30 am - 1:00 pm at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road.

The focus of this very special program will be to provide an opportunity for families to join together and interact on a variety of informative topics pertaining to child safety.

"Children today face ongoing threats to their safety, and it requires a team effort involving family and public sector agencies", said Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner, Durham Children's Advocate.

• Errol Lee hits the stage at 12:05 pm to perform his Kool 2B Kind Show
• Kids have a chance to win a bike or a helmet

Presentations include:

• Internet Safety Session featuring Joe Mitschang, Elementary School Liaison Officer from Durham Regional Police Service
• Street Proofing Session featuring Martin Winn, High School Liaison Officer from Durham Regional Police Service

Displays & Activities including:

• Tour the Fire Truck
• Airbrushing
• Barbecue
• Durham Children's Aid Society
• Kinark Child and Family Services
• Neighbourhood Watch
• High Five Program
• Home Alone Program
• Finger Printing

The Community Safety Committee is comprised of Ward One Regional Councillor and Durham Region Children's Advocate, Maurice Brenner, Ward Two Regional Councillor, Bill McLean, Ward Two City Councillor Doug Dickerson and City Staff.

This event is presented in partnership with Durham Regional Police Service, Durham Region Social Services, Pickering Fire Services and Ontario Power Generation. We are sure it is a day not to be missed. For more information please contact Shauna Mutton at 905.420.4660 extension 2170.

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