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The Place Where Life First Got Bi

LOCATED OFF ROUTE 10 PORTUGAL COVE SOUTH NEWFOUNDLAND and LABRADOR CANADA

PAC transitions to Mistaken Point Ambassadors Inc.

On April 17-18, 2013, representatives of the Mistaken Point UNESCO World Heritage Public Advisory Committee (PAC) met
at Portugal Cove South, NL, in a strategic planning session to consider future directions and to consider the current status of the UNESCO World Heritage bid. The PAC concluded that a broader approach was required that might engage additional resources and that an incorporated, community-based organization was necessary to leverage investment, sponsorship and partnership for the bid. The PAC also recognized the desirability of a shared approach to bid development between the community and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. A motion was passed to establish Mistaken Point Ambassadors Incorporated and to initiate discussions with government, and other partners, on longer term requirements and a formal agreement. Mistaken Point Ambassadors Inc. will assume the responsibilities of the former Public Advisory Committee and will maintain representation from key local and regional partners and that of government and other stakeholders as key resources.

Mission Statement
Mistaken Point Ambassadors Inc. mission is to pursue UNESCO World Heritage designation at Mistaken Point, acting as a co-leader, in partnership with the Parks and Natural Areas Division (PNAD) of the Department of Environment and Conservation, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, to monitor the bid dossier development and submission process, to identify key planning, research and infrastructure requirements, to secure resources to ensure successful project completion and to facilitate stakeholder engagement.

Mistaken Point Ambassadors Inc. Board of Directors 2013/2014

Chairperson: Patrick Curran
Directors PCS Residents: Catherine (Kit) Ward, Charlene Power, Marilyn Ward Trepassey Residents: Anne Pennell, Vacant Biscay Bay Resident: Vacant St. Shotts Resident: Vacant Cape Race PCS Heritage Inc.: Gertie Molloy Southern Avalon Development Association: Yvonne Fontaine Celtic Business Development Corporation: Loretta Ryan Town of Portugal Cove South: Violet Coombs Alts Genny Coombs & Ida Perry Town of Trepassey: Sharon Topping Town of St. Shotts: Vacant Community District Council of Biscay Bay: Fred White Resource Persons World Heritage Project Lead Richard Thomas, Dept. Env. & Conserv., Parks & Natural Areas World Heritage Community Liaison Jane Smith Parsons, Mistaken Point Ambassadors Inc. Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve Manager Tony Power, Dept. Env. & Conserv., Parks & Natural Areas Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA): Chad Butt Alt Betty Rumboldt Dept. Innovation, Business and Rural Development: George Piatt Dept. Env. & Conserv., Parks & Natural Areas: Jeri Graham Dept. Env. & Conserv., Crown Lands: John Howley Dept. Tourism, Culture & Rec., Prod. Development: Scott Andrews Dept Fisheries & Oceans: Taryn Baker Dept Justice: Vacant Dept. Natural Resources., Geological Land Surveys: Amanda McCallum Alt Alana Hinchey Adjunct Members Dr. Alistair Bath, Dept. Geography, MUN Dr. Duncan McIlroy, Dept. Earth Sciences, MUN Dr. Guy Narbonne, Dept. Geological Sciences & Dept. Engineering Sciences , Queens University Vacant: The Geo Centre

MEETINGS OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC

The MPAI Board of Directors generally meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month. For exact time and location, check out Facebook ~ Mistaken Point Ambassadors ~

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BECOME AN AMBASSADOR Give Your Stamp of Approval!

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT READ THE I AM A MISTAKEN POINT AMBASSADOR YOUR FORM ON THE BACK, THEN JUST SIGN, SEAL, STAMP AND SEND...

Mistaken Point Ambassadors Inc. has evolved out of the efforts of communities coming together along the
Southern Shore and Southern Avalon regions. Amazing people of all ages are offering their time, skills and knowledge in the pursuit of Mistaken Point becoming our Provinces next UNESCO World Heritage Site.

STAMP HERE

To:

Mistaken Point Ambassadors

Site 13, Box 31, Trepassey, NL Canada A0A 4B0

Actions often speak louder than words. Take a moment to learn morechat with a neighbour, ask questions, attend a meeting, call us, Google Mistaken Point, become a friend on Facebook. Engage your community!

Put your stamp of approval on this community effort.

FOLD HERE
We still do not know one thousandth of one percent of what nature has revealed to us.
~ Albert Einstein ~

STEP 1: Protect STEP 2: Repeat STEP 1

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Just Fold...Sign, Seal, Stamp, and Send

X Yes, I Am A Mistaken Point Ambassador!
Signed ___________________________________

A Mistaken Point Ambassador is someone who shows support for Mistaken Point becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a mandate of protecting and preserving the fossil beds within Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve for future generations to come. Take action. Show your support for this initiative by providing your signature.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) seeks to encourage the identification, protection and preservation of cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity (UNESCO.org). This is embodied in an international treaty adopted by UNESCO in 1972, called the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage.

Want to get more involved in the Mistaken Point UNESCO World Heritage Site initiative?

What About Joining a Committee??

___ Fund Development mistakenpointambassadors@gmail.com ___ Conservation, Protection, and Stewardship ___ Interpretation and Infrastructure Development ___ World Heritage Community Liaison, Stakeholder Relations, Communications, and Public Education
U KNOW U GOTTA GO! Trail Head N46.6415 W53.1408 Havent hiked with the Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve Interpreters lately to explore the Reserve and learn about the fossils? You MUST make a booking; dont be disappointed, be sure to call ahead. Also, this season, there are new guided tours; make sure to inquire which tour you will be taking.

Call Julie or Edwina at 1-709-438-1011.

Wonder What Goes Into Becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Joggins Fossil Cliffs in Nova Scotia was inscribed in 2008. Check out their nomination documents..
http://whc.unesco.org/uploads/nominations/1285.pdf BE PATIENT AS IT UPLOADS, ITS ONLY 1466 PAGES! Want to learn more? Book a presentation in your community for an organization, a school class, a youth or business group. Email: WhereLifeGotBig@mistakenpointambassadors.ca Twitter: WhereLifeGotBig Facebook: Mistaken Point Ambassadors

World Heritage Community Liaison Mistaken Point Ambassadors Inc. Portugal Cove South Site 13, Box 31, Trepassey NL Canada A0A 4B0 709-682-7484

Jane Smith Parsons

Unmarked Photo Credits: Thank You to Julie Cappleman, Dr. Richard Thomas, Jane Smith Parsons, Parks and Natural Areas Division (PNAD)

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