Eric Nystedt Memorial Playground

Eric Nystedt Memorial Playground
"Eric"
We have chosen to dedicate our new playground in the memory of fallen O.P.P. officer, Provincial Constable Eric Nystedt. Eric was born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie where he graduated from Bawating High School. During Eric's time at Bawating he excelled in athletics, particularly basketball, cross country running and track & field. After high school Eric left Sault Ste. Marie and attended Carleton University in Ottawa. Eric enjoyed his three years as a student at Carleton particularly when he went out on patrol with his brother Scott who was also an O.P.P. officer. Upon completion of his education at Carleton University Eric was hired by the O.P.P. in September 1990 and posted to the Minden Detachment. Eric loved policing in Minden and quickly became an integral part of the community working with youth, patrolling the community and promoting sport and fitness within the community and the O.P.P. Eric became a member of the O.P.P. Running Team and set a record that still has not been broken today. His commitment to his personal fitness, hard work and community were second to none. On July 3, 1993 Eric attended a dispute in Furnace Falls Ontario. While attempting to arrest a suspect Eric was stabbed. Tragically the wound was severe and Eric at the young age of 24 passed away from excessive blood loss. Eric's body was returned to his home in Sault Ste. Marie and buried at Greenwood cemetery. Inscribed on his head stone is an O.P.P. crest, a basketball, a pair of running shoes and the inscription "Loved by all who Knew him". It is through such love, dedication and commitment that inspired us to enhance the grounds for our students & community.

Remembering Eric

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Mark Your Calendars!!!

All are invited to participate on our BUILD DAY, May 30, 2009. In order for us to plan the day's activities, we ask that you pre-register for the events you wish to become involved with.
Please click on the registration link and sign up to volunteer!
  • All Volunteers can expect
  • Hands on work
  • Free food and drink
  • Fun, uplifting day
  • To make a difference
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Monday, April 20, 2009

Currently we have reached $25,000 of our fundraising goal.

“We need the communities help to reach our goal! Your support will help give our community and Kids a better outdoor environment in which to play.”

We that you for your consideration & support of our inititive.
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Friday, April 17, 2009


Donation Bottles


Look for our Donation Bottles located around the city.


These are 2L pop bottles the have be recycled into Donation Bottles. We are asking the public to make monetary donations & sign a paper cut-out (crayon) to show their support.

Bottles can be found at the following locations:

Lucky 7 (Great Northern Road), Trading Post, Peter's Place, Great Life Wrap & Vibe, Petro Canada Gas Station (Trunk Rd), Petro Canada Gas Station (2nd Line), Canadian Tire Gas Bar (Great Northern Rd), Canadian Tire Gas Bar (Wellington/2nd Line), IDA (Group Health), IDA (Wellington Sq Mall), IDA (Wellington St), Merrett IDA (Wellington West), Medicine Shoppe (Great Northern Road), Medicine Shop (2nd Line),
Gino's Trading Post, Sandro's, Petro Canada Gas Bar (Trunk Rd)
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News From Home Depot



Dear Tarentorus Home & School Committee Once again, on behalf of the Sault Ste. Marie Home Depot #7034, we would like to “Thank you” for inviting us to assist with the new playground build set for May 30, 2009. We look forward to working with you and the parents of Tarentorus Public School to build an exciting play space for the children. We would also like to set up a kid’s workshop for the children to try their hand at building a special project that they can take home with them. We look forward to speaking in more detail as the day draws closer.
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Tarentorus School Awarded

Tartentorus Elementary School in Sault Ste. Marie Ontario has been awarded a Let Them Be Kids Helping Hands award. A strong group of parents, teachers, and community supporters have worked tirelessly to bring a playground and much more to this outstanding school. Check back soon to learn how you can help.
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Let Them Be Kids

Let Them Be Kids is all volunteer non-profit organization created to build community capacity on the grassroots level, while building playgrounds, skate parks and fitness parks across Canada. These projects leave a legacy of community members who are inspired and better equipped to lay a strong foundation for a brighter tomorrow

OUTCOMES:

We envision the following outcome from the revitalization of our grounds.

•Enhanced school pride through school yard beautification.

•Attraction of new citizens to our community with a well rounded educational facility

•Creation of a fun environment where children will develop a love of healthy physical activity that will last a lifetime

•Increase opportunities for physical & natural activity for students during school hours and beyond.

ACHIEVING OUR GOALS:

Our committee is researching a number of fundraising activities within our community and will continue to do so on a ongoing basis. Our committee maintains a partnership of respect and support with our Parent Council and School Staff. We are compiling a list of private and civil sector businesses and organizations that may be in position to supplement our financial needs. Our proposals will be distributed to such organizations in order to provide a clear map of our intentions and the financial hurdles that we must overcome in order to achieve our goals in making our children's dreams become a reality.

Phase 1 & 2

Currently the grounds consist of 2 small sandboxes, baseball backstops, rusted soccer goalposts, 2 older basketball courts, 2 running long jump pits, large grass areas & some pavement with painted hopscotch games.

Our Vision is to provide our children with a Quality PlaygroundHow?

•Add age appropriate playground structures

•Refurbish the soccer posts, basketball courts and baseball diamonds

•Create a proper field where the children can play soccer

•Adding new track & field elements

•Enlarge the sandboxesWe believe that adding these features will benefit students by enhancing their day with fun, physical, social, educational and creative possibilities.

Phase 3

Outdoor Classroom Improvement Project

Currently this grounds space is not being utilized to its full potential

Our Vision is to provide our children with a year 'round outdoor pavilion How?

Our goal is to provide an outdoor classroom (pavilion and seating) on our gravel area.

This would be shared by all classes as they require. We would like to add some trees, foliage and gardens to the grounds as well as a nature trail in our large wooded area for walks and snowshoeing. Another priority is to enhance our main entrance, primarily through landscaping, to provide a safer waiting and dismissal area.



Dedication of Playground
In Memory of Eric Nystedt