Peel Learning Institute (PLI), developed by United Way of Peel Region and the Social Planning Council of Peel in conjunction with several community partners, is currently considering a pilot learning program designed to assess, enhance and develop the leadership and management skills of human services professionals in Peel. PLI is planning to select 20 to 25 individuals representing a diverse cross section of the human services sector to participate in the pilot.
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Edward Jones kicked off its annual campaign for United Way of Peel Region on August 13.
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Twenty-year-old Michael Mikulak was putting on a puppet performance at a Longo's store in Mississauga when Cathy Hughes, Program Director for one of United Way of Peel Region's newly funded youth outreach services, "discovered" him. Cathy was so impressed by Michael's talent, she invited him to perform for the children at the new summer camp she supervises. Michael happily accepted, explaining to Cathy that he was autistic, lived at home with his parents and has been trying to earn money for the past few months as a puppeteer.
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Order specially discounted tickets for the big regular-season showdown on October 12 between the Toronto Argonauts and their perennial archrivals, the Montreal Alouettes, when playoff positions will be on the line.
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United Way of Peel Region's fall Day of Caring is on Thursday, October 18. We're counting on caring employees from corporations and organizations throughout Peel to donate a day of their time to help out at United Way-funded agencies by completing much needed projects.
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Scrapbook for a good cause. Join Scrapalicious on September 30 for an all-day crop including lunch, snacks and goodie bags. The full ticket price will go in support of United Way of Peel Region.
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Meet and greet Leadership Donors and learn about the exciting new ways to donate your time to United Way of Peel Region’s new volunteer Major Individual Giving Cabinet.
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United Way of Peel Region's 2007 Campaign Kick-off is set for Saturday, September 15 at Mississauga's Playdium, an interactive, virtual and physical entertainment centre with over 200 games and attractions. Join United Way's campaign team for a morning of fun and the announcement of our 2007 campaign goal.

Play date :	Saturday, September 15, 2007
Game time:	10 a.m. - Pep Rally and Games 12 noon - 2007 Campaign Goal Announcement followed by refreshments
Venue:	Playdium - 99 Rathburn Road, Mississauga Tel.: 905-273-4810
Sponsor:
Cost:	Free

Get in the game today! School-aged children are encouraged to attend. RSVP by September 3. Space is limited.

Call 905-602-3650 to confirm your place on the team.

Peel Learning Institute (PLI), developed by United Way of Peel Region and the Social Planning Council of Peel in conjunction with several community partners, is currently considering a pilot learning program designed to assess, enhance and develop the leadership and management skills of human services professionals in Peel. PLI is planning to select 20 to 25 individuals representing a diverse cross section of the human services sector to participate in the pilot. The proposed program would enable participants to:

• Assess their leadership/management skills
• Use a 360-degree skills assessment tool
• Engage in one-on-one sessions with an executive coach
• Develop a Personal Learning Plan
• Enhance their skills by participating in a series of leadership/management workshops

To determine the level of interest in this learning opportunity, PLI would appreciate comments and suggestions from the community. If you have a comment or are interested in receiving an update about PLI's program pilot, please send an email to Valerie Timothy at peellearninginstitute@unitedwaypeel.org. Include the phrase program pilot in the subject line.

PLI is an initiative of the Peel Capacity Building Committee, a sub-group of the Peel Funders Consortium. The goal of PLI is to strengthen the capacity and ensure the sustainability of non-profit agencies in Peel Region by enhancing the leadership skills of individuals at the forefront of human services.

Edward Jones kicked off its annual campaign for United Way of Peel Region on August 13.

Pictured left to right: Lesley Allison (United Way Resource Development Manager), Sucharita Maitra (United Way Campaign Cabinet), Brian Hamil (Edward Jones Employee Campaign Chair), Linda Kuga-Pikulin (United Way Campaign Cabinet Chair) and Gary Reamey (Principal/President), Edward Jones Canada.

Twenty-year-old Michael Mikulak was putting on a puppet performance at a Longo's store in Mississauga when Cathy Hughes, Program Director for one of United Way of Peel Region's newly funded youth outreach services, "discovered" him. Cathy was so impressed by Michael's talent, she invited him to perform for the children at the new summer camp she supervises. Michael happily accepted, explaining to Cathy that he was autistic, lived at home with his parents and has been trying to earn money for the past few months as a puppeteer.

On August 2, Michael, with "brother-and-sister" puppets David and Sara, put on a marvelous show for about 50 children. The theme of the show was sports and the importance of teamwork. Michael, David and Sara captivated their audience with a series of "laugh-and-learn" skits.

Cathy says the camp has been an overwhelming success, with the puppet show being one of many highlights. One of the reasons for the success was the new funding from United Way that enabled them to hire a full-time recreation worker to supervise activities and take the children on field trips. Cathy also expressed her gratitude that General Mills Canada Corporation, one of United Way's valued corporate supporters, provided funding for snacks at the camp.

Order specially discounted tickets for the big regular-season showdown on October 12 between the Toronto Argonauts and their perennial archrivals, the Montreal Alouettes, when playoff positions will be on the line.

Take advantage of excellent seat selection. Five dollars from every ticket sale through United Way is donated to United Way. It's a wonderful opportunity to be entertained with friends and co-workers - all in support of a good cause.

Click on the following link and order your tickets for this always fun-filled fundraiser.

United Way of Peel Region's fall Day of Caring is on Thursday, October 18. We're counting on caring employees from corporations and organizations throughout Peel to donate a day of their time to help out at United Way-funded agencies by completing much needed projects.

As a Day of Caring volunteer, your day begins with a lively breakfast pep rally at United Way of Peel Region offices. (You are responsible for your own transportation and lunch.) Following the pep rally, off you go to one of the 53 funded agencies to paint, do yard work, provide computer training, or any number of other helpful assignments. Agencies welcome this support from the community, and you get to see first-hand where United Way contributions go.

A list of volunteer opportunities available at United Way-funded agencies will be distributed the first week of September. Sign up is on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure your name is added to the project distribution list contact Marilyn Caird, Communications Manager, Events at 905-602-3625 or mcaird@unitedwaypeel.org. Every effort is made to match the capabilities and interests of volunteers to a project.

Take advantage of this terrific opportunity to contribute to your community! Sign up for Day of Caring now.

Scrapbook for a good cause. Join Scrapalicious on September 30 for an all-day crop including lunch, snacks and goodie bags. The full ticket price will go in support of United Way of Peel Region.

This event has limited seating, so sign up early to avoid disappointment.

When:	September 30, 2007
Time:	10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Where:	Scrapalicious Inc. 5170 Dixie Road Mississauga, ON
Cost:	$45/person - Includes lunch, snacks and goodie bags.

TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT AT THE CROPPING TABLE: Call 905-614-0085 or sign up online at www.shopscrapalicious.com.

Meet and greet Leadership Donors and learn about the exciting new ways to donate your time to United Way of Peel Region’s new volunteer Major Individual Giving Cabinet.

Please join us for breakfast and a morning of
discussion, learning, and engagement.

Guest speaker Mr. Ed J. Kilroy, Chief Executive Officer of Symcor, will highlight his successes and challenges with the development of the Major Individual Giving program at
United Way of Greater Toronto.

Hosted by:	Linda Kuga Pikulin President, The Pepsi Bottling Group (Canada), Co. and United Way of Peel Region
Date:	Monday, September 17, 2007 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Venue:	Mississauga Convention Centre 75 Derry Road West, Mississauga, Ontario
Sponsor:

Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 12, 2007 by calling 905-602-3650 or emailing tfauteux@unitedwaypeel.org.

According to the 2006 Census, there were 359,042 occupied private dwellings in Peel. The figure increased by 16.3% from 2001 to 2006. Peel was the only GTA municipality where the population growth rate was higher than the occupied private dwellings growth rate. The number of people per dwelling in Peel (3.23) is significantly higher than it is in other GTA municipalities except for York (3.24).

The fastest-growing areas within Peel are located in the east and west ends of Brampton, southwest Caledon (near Bolton) and northwest Mississauga
By 2006, population growth in Brampton accounted for 63.6% of Peel's total population growth. Caledon's population growth increased by 12.8%. Mississauga's had the smallest growth rate in Peel (9.1%).