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Start the week off in a united action against corporate bullying that is taking place in Niagara Falls on Monday February 23rd, 2009. (Be at OPIRG 5:30pm)

Frank Fohr, Council of Canadian member will be presenting to Niagara Falls City Council on Monday a recommendation to eliminate the sale of bottled water at City facilities. However, Nestle will also be presenting to Council in an attempt to persuade Council not to support the recommendation. As such, I implore you to join at Monday's meeting in support of Frank Fohr!!!

Carpools will be leaving the OPIRG office at Brock University on Monday at 6pm. PLEASE MEET AT THE OPIRG OFFICE, 204 STUDENT ALUMNI BUILDING, AT 5:25 MONDAY FEBRUARY 23RD!!!! We will be staging a protest against bottled water outside the Niagara Falls city hall, as well as attending the meeting to make sure Nestle is held accountable and doesn't misrepresent the dangers!

I look forward to seeing you all Monday (if you are a driver, and would be willing to squish some bottled water dissenters into your car, please email me asap!)

What: Table to raise awareness about the Seal Hunt and sell BARC Tees
When: Wednesday February 11th, 2009 - 11am to 4pm
Where: Macenzie Chown A Block Hallway

BLAST will meet to hold an open discussion about budget cuts at Brock University
When: Thursday Feb 12th 2009, 1:30
Where: Sankey Chamber, Brock U (Adjacent to Mac Chown A Block)

Amnesty International has issued a challenge to Barack Obama, the man still being touted as the most powerful in the free world. In their challenge they outline the policies of the United States Government that should end in order to better serve humanity as a whole. Their challenge will likely be documented, considered and (with all hope) accomplished by the new President.

Interested? Check it out @ http://obama100days.amnesty.org/checklist.html

Turns out cyclists in Canada really are unstoppable, check out this article by the AFP about Winter Cycling in Montreal.

Chances are you've seen a couple of Niagara Cyclists braving the cold with their bicycles. If you think that the summer cycling pathways in Niagara, like the Greater Niagara Circle Route, should be cleared let your local representatives know.

As always, if you choose to join Niagara Cyclists equip yourself properly and abide by safety regulations. Also check local by-laws to see if Winter Cycling is prohibited in your community. Ride Safe, Ride Local.

Check out the article: Winter Cycling Cool in Quebec
Also see: Greater Niagara Circle Route