Happy Birthday to the Canadian Flag

The 45th Anniversary of Canada's National Flag happens on February 15, 2010 - in the middle of the Olympic Games in Vancouver / Whistler.

Since it first appeared in 1965, our distinctive maple leaf flag has become a national icon. It is recognized both at home and abroad as a symbol of peace, democracy, freedom and courage.

On this date 45 years ago, the flag was raised for the first time on Parliament Hill, in communities across Canada and at our embassies and missions around the world.

Happy Birthday to the Maple Leaf!

Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

Olympic games - Vancouver 2010

The 2010 Olympic wintergames have begun in Vancouver / Whistler BC. For all of you here is the medal's table (will be updated as events happen):

We wish all the athletes good luck and may the games be fair and memorable for everybody!


Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

Take a friend fishing this weekend

Fish licence-free! Take a friend fishing! For those three days only (February 13 to 15, 2010, 12:01 a.m. Saturday to 11:59 p.m. Monday), Canadian residents can enjoy the fun of fishing in Ontario without a licence during the annual Ontario Family Fishing Weekend (all other regulations, fees and limits will apply).

You must abide by the conservation licence limits set out in the current Ontario Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary, available from fishing licence issuers, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, or online. Your limit on walleye and trout, for example, may be two instead of five or six.

Read more about Family Fishing weekend on www.familyfishingweekend.com


Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

Winter fun close to Rockview Camp - Le Carnaval des Compagnons

The Francophone community will be celebrating their heritage during the 47th annual Le Carnaval des Compagnons.

Events runs from February 5th to the 14th with opening ceremonies at Memorial Gardens on the 7th. During the Carnaval there will be several concerts, a games night and pancake breakfasts.

You can pick up your carnaval button at Les Campagnons or at Caisse Populaire.

Fin out more on their website at www.lecarnaval.info

Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

HST is coming - save some money by booking your summer vacation now!

If we like it or not, the new Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) will come in effect in Ontario on July 1, 2010.

We don't want to go into a debate about this move but like to inform you, that there is a way for you to save some money by booking your vacation now!

So, don't delay and make your arrangements for your vacation stay after July 1 at Rockview Camp Cottage Resort today and we will tell you how much you will be saving!

We are looking forward hearing from you soon!


Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

Putting North Bay on the map resp. on the Monopoly Canada Board

North Bay is on the short list of 65 cities with a chance to be on Hasbro's Monopoly Canada board. There will be 20 communities chosen through an online voting contest at www.monopolyvote.ca, which began Monday and ends Feb. 7.

Please go to www.monopolyvote.ca and vote for North Bay. You can enter one vote ever day until February 7th!

The city with the most votes will be featured on the highest rent property traditionally held by Boardwalk.

Two cities not on the list will be chosen as part of a "wildcard" vote and will occupy the low rent properties traditionally held by Mediterranean and Baltic avenues.

May be Rockview Camp Cottage Resort should apply for the next edition after this one to be on the board - wouldn't that be fun?


Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

Rotary Club of North Bay's Midwinter Blues Festival

The Rotary Club of North Bay is pleased to announce that they are hosting the Midwinter Blues Feast this Saturday January 16th, 2010 at the Best Western North Bay in support of our commitment to Nipissing University's Learning Library.


Recording artists and local legends Jake and the Fundamentals will be playing a whopping 3 hours of blues, rock and requests.

The evening will start with a cocktail hour at 6:00 pm followed by a Feast consisting of Buttermilk Biscuits and corn breads with spreads, tossed salad with dressings, crisp fried chicken and ribs, a low country boil with baby carrots, corn on the cob, baby red skin potatoes, crawfish, sausage, and shrimp, finishing with homemade apple and walnut bread pudding with a warm caramel sauce at 7:00 pm.


A full evening of entertainment with a great meal for only $75.00 per head and to boot you get a $40.00 charitable receipt.

Dress up is encouraged but not required. Come have a great night and help with a great cause. For more information and to buy your tickets or tables please feel free to contact Jake Lacourse Jr. at the Best Western (474.5805 ext. 717).

All forms of payments including credit, debit, and cash are accepted.

See you Saturday.


Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

Who said that there is nothing going on during the winter season?

A Midwinter Multi-Arts Festival is coming to North Bay later this month. The January 24th to 30th event featuring the northern Ontario premiere of Richard Einhorn's "Voices of Light".

That will be performed by the Near North Voices choir and the North Bay Symphony in front of the second screening of the 1928 silent film "The Passion of Joan of Arc".

There's also an academic luncheon along with a couple of art events at the WKP Kennedy Gallery and the White Water Gallery during the week.

Overall, the festival looks to draw attention to organizations that serve women in the community.

Funds raised will be donated locally to True Self Employment and Training, the Transition House and the Aids Committee of North Bay and Area.

There is always something going on in Ontario's Near North!

Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

Ice fishing has started on Lake Nipissing

Ice fishing has begun on January 1 on Lake Nipissing.

Here is a little reminder to be careful when venturing onto the frozen lake or any other waterway:

"The Provincial Police want people to be vigilant and aware of the ice conditions before heading out onto any bodies of water. OPP say the strongest ice is clear blue in colour -- and at least 8 inches or 20 centimeters or more is needed for snowmobiles with a foot needed for most light vehicles.

They also say anglers should be checking before going out on the ice, bring along appropriate clothing and equipment and let others know where they plan on fishing. Meantime, police say ice doesn't freeze at a uniform thickness and ice over flowing water, pressure cracks, mouths of rivers and streams and more can be weaker than surrounding ice.

Also of note, a layer of heavy snow can insulate the ice below and slow down freezing. "

Have fun out there and stay safe!

Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!

Happy New Year

We'd like to wish you all a Happy New Year! May you have a safe and enjoyable transition from 2009 into 2010 and may the New Year be a good one for you all!

Hope to see you in 2010!

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Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
André and Susanne
www.rockview.on.ca

There is no place like this in Ontario's Near North, Canada!