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ATIKOKAN
Volume 61, Number 23
PROGRESS
Atikokan-Quetico, Canoeing Capital of Canada
Bending Lake Iron Group inks deal on Steep Rock site
Jessica Smith Tuesday, Bending Lake Iron Group (BLIG) signed an agreement with the province to establish a working partnership to develop a plan for industrial use and rehabilitation of the Steep Rock site. BLIG is hoping to build two facilities on the site to make merchant pig iron nuggets used in steel making. The memorandum of agreement (MOA) between the company and the MNR, signed during the Northwestern Ontario Prospectors Assoc. Symposium, “provides a road map for industry to follow that will allow for the consideration and future approval of projects committed to develop and use the Steep Rock site,” notes BLIG in its April 5 press release. The MNR lifted a moratorium on development on the 5,200 hectare brownfield site last August and began discussion with both BLIG and Brett Resources (now Osisko), which had both expressed interest in access to the site for their mining projects. In addition to construction of the smelters, BLIG aims use the mine site’s Hogarth Pit for tailings disposal. Iron concentrate slurry would be transported via pipeline from the Bending Lake deposit to be processed at Steep Rock. Prior to signing this recent agreement, BLIG was required to submit a detailed project description. Going forward, the company will be expected to engage in an environmental assessment of the site, which upon successful completion would allow them land access. While the MNR’s Steep Rock rehabilitation project manager Rob Purdon has stated publicly that the EA which would involve both federal and provincial agencies will likely take at least four years, BLIG president Henry Wetelainen used the signing to again push the province to expedite the process. “As a businessman, I know how important it is to foster growth among partners to sustain economic development. We will take this opportunity to push for timely development of BLIG’s iron ore project that can bring more than 700 jobs in the construction phase and sustain over 350 during the life of the project, estimated to be more than 35 years of production,” he said in the release. “Once the mine and pig iron facility are operational, the MOA will help stimulate the economy in northwestern Ontario and create jobs.” Mayor Dennis Brown said he was “very proud of this plan,” adding that “I understand the environmental perils that will be realized if industry is not at the table to stabilize the Steep Rock pits and bring revitalization to an area of northwestern Ontario that drastically needs it.” This year the company plans to complete a measured resource calculation of its Bending Lake iron ore deposit 80 kilometres north of town. It also will continue progressing through the permitting and approvals required for the environmental assessment of the deposit. It also plans to continue to pursue capital debt financing for the nearly $1 billion construction cost of the processing facilities.
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ICEWATER RESCUE Seventeen members of Atikokan Fire Rescue spent their weekend being trained in icewater rescue techniques. Deputy Chief Graham Warburton led the training, with help from Frank Sheppard (Fort Frances Fire), Jason Fleck and Amy Spencer (Conmee) and Tim Beebe (Upsala). We caught the crew of Dan Leblanc, James Marohnic (above, with Warburton as victim), Adam Johnson (middle, right) and Brian Monaghan and Sam O’Flaherty (on shore) practicing their skills at Snow Lake.
Council aims to keep property tax increase under 2%
M. McKinnon Council is aiming bring in a 2011 budget with a property tax increase of just under two percent. That would mean an increase of about $25 for an average ratepayer (based on an assessment of $52,732). Town staff were working last week to put the final touches on the budget, a process that will involve finding about $300,000 worth of cuts to meet Council’s target. If all goes well, a budget resolution will be presented at tonight’s meeting. Fuller details on the exact effect of property taxes will be presented when the budget is finalized. Operations Council went over the budget in committee-of-the-whole Monday.
Overall operating expenses are up only marginally - less than 1% - to $8.46 million. The biggest single increase there is the rise in police costs; the new OPP contract will cost the Town an extra $98,000 this year. (Much of that will be offset by an $86,000 rebate from the 2010 OPP contract; that money comes from an end-of-year accounting of actual hours worked by OPP officers in Atikokan.) Other large increases are for demolitions ($75,000; the Steep Rock Inn is the biggest project), a full-time by-law enforcement position ($50,000 net increase), staff wages ($38,000 will cover one new position and See ‘Town budget’, page 5
Art Centre begins asset sales M. McKinnon The Arts Centre will start selling off its non-structural assets in a silent auction Saturday (1 to 5 pm, Art Centre, Clarke St.). Given its financial position and lack of volunteers, the board has concluded that closing the Centre and dissolving the corporation is its only realistic option. The silent auction is the first step in that direction. Chair Jada Siegfried said the board has written the Ministry of Industry (FedNor) and the Minister of Canadian Heritage requesting release from the terms of several grants it received between 2004 and 2010, many of which involved major building upgrades. Under the terms of those grants, the Arts Centre is required to retain ownership for of the funded equipment for six years. If the board receives the releases,
it will seek to dispose of the building, through either a sale or a donation to another organization. Siegfried noted that as things stand, the board members are carrying significant personal liability for the building (with almost no funds to maintain it). The board has resolved to begin bankruptcy proceedings for the Arts Centre corporation, unless the grant releases are forthcoming. “This decision has come about only after many months… searching for ways to continue operations,” she said. “The board is still open to other viable options… should one be presented. Regardless of what course we do eventually end up taking, it is obvious that we will not be able to retain ownership of the capital assets.”
BRIEFLY Election update All four candidates have agreed to a Chamber of Commerce-sponsored all-candidates meeting here next Monday, April 18, at 7 pm. The session will be held at Town Hall, and the Chamber has asked Shaw Cable to broadcast it on the cable channel. Elections Canada has opened an office in the Voyageur Mall, at the former Brett Resources office next door to The Enchanted Florist. It’s open 9 am to 9 pm, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm on Saturday, and noon to 4 pm on Sunday. (After regular mall hours, access is by the rear of the mall, off the parking lot.) Voter cards have been mailed; if you have not received one, or it contains incorrect information, you should visit the Elections Canada office to correct it. Staff there can also provide information on special ballots, and any other voting issues or concerns you may have. Voting day is Monday, May 2; advance polls will be held at the Pioneer Centre on April 22, 23 and 25, noon to 8 pm each day.
Gold, dollar up; lumber down For the week ending April 8 the Random Lengths framing lumber composite index price was down $6, to $281. It was at $342 a year ago. Gold closed at $1,476.40 ($US) an ounce Friday, April 8, up $46.50 from two weeks earlier. The Canadian dollar closed Friday, April 8 at $1.0445US, up 2.6¢ from two weeks earlier.
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ATIKOKAN (ONT.) PROGRESS MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2011
Museum Notes Catherine Reilly Some of you should have tulips and daffodils popping up in the garden. This is a reminder that spring is coming, with summer soon to follow. It's also a reminder to get ready for the new summer projects. At the Museum, we get very busy at this time of year. Starting in May, we will be hosting an interesting exhibit about the Anishinaabeg traditions of harvesting food from our boreal forests. You will see this exhibit displayed throughout the community in May and June. As part of this celebration, the Museum is asking you to send us your stories and pictures about how you harvest or grow your own food. If you have pictures or stories about hunting, fishing, gardening, or berry picking, we'd like to include them in a display at the Museum. You can drop them off at the Museum or email them at atikokancentennialmuseum@bel
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Carl Sander's nephews play with a bob sleigh miniature his father made for him in 1935. This sleigh is on display at the Museum. (Photo circa 1959)
lnet.ca. We will return them at the end of the show in June. In July, we will be hosting a show featuring baby carriages and pictures from the private collection of Carol Huber. We would also like to include craftwork related to babies and early childhood. For example, baby layettes, handmade toys and crib quilts. If you would be
interested in loaning some items to display as part of this exhibit, please contact us. We will also be running a baby photo contest. We would like to display pictures of 'grown-ups' and their baby picture. The fun will be in trying to match up the 'grown-up' picture with the 'baby-face'. If you would like to loan us a picture of yourself along with a
skilled trades people,” says Don Bernosky, executive director, Innovation and Skills Development, at Confederation College. “As companies are beginning succession planning, the gap between the numbers of employees retiring and the number of skilled persons available, is significant. Programs like this one will support the effort to close the divide.” The pre-apprenticeship program has three components: 1) Trades readiness, which includes academic preparation in math, communications, computers and employability skills and trades preparation (16 weeks); 2) In-
school automotive service technician (level 1) apprenticeship (8 weeks) and an introduction to motive power - heavy equipment, which provides the learners with the foundation skills and knowledge to begin their career in the skilled trades (4 weeks); and 3) work placement (12 weeks). The program begins on May 30, 2011 and information sessions will be arranged at each of the two campuses. Application for the positions will be available through the Lake of the Woods and Rainy River District campuses. This training program is funded by the government of Ontario.
Around Town Beyond the Hurt, a Red Cross workshop for adults who work with children and youth, on preventing peer harassment and bullying, is on April 15. Details at 1-888-277-9089, dryden@red cross.ca Monday, April 11 Council meets: 4 pm with Osisko, 5 pm regular meeting Tuesday, April 12 Parenting picnic, noon, Sun Dog Wa t c h & Wo r k , a r t i f a c t restoration, 2-4 pm, Museum Lutheran food bank open to community 2-4 pm (front door) AHS hall walking, 5:30-7 pm Wednesday, April 13 Quilt Guild meets, 6:30-10 pm, Riverview United, 597-2294 Conservation Club meets, 7pm, hatchery AHS hall walking, 5:30-7 pm Thursday, April 14 Friends of the Library book sale (runs until Saturday), Library AHS hall walking, 5:30-7 pm Mark Davy at Full Gospel Assembly, 7 pm Al Anon meets, 7 pm, Community Fellowship, 597-8128/4467 Friday, April 15 Pre-school storytime, 10 am, Sun Dog Bridge club, 1 pm, Pioneer Centre, 597-4321 or 4490 Easter Pie Social, Handi-van fund raiser, 2 pm, Pioneer Centre Mark Davy at Full Gospel Assembly, 7 pm
slides and we'll have a look! Wanted!: Baby crafts, pictures and stories about harvesting and growing food (hunting and fishing, gardening, berry picking) , baby pictures. We also need students who are trying to earn community hours after school. Call 597-6585 to set up a time.
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Province backs 20 pre-apprenticeship spaces for region Press release The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has approved twenty spaces in the 40-week, pre-apprenticeship motor power training program in the regional communities of Fort Frances and Kenora. The original application to the Ministry cited the aging population of skilled tradespersons, as well as increased access for aboriginal learners from the far north, as two reasons for the $275,000 in funding. “We have heard from our communities and industry partners that there is a growing need for
baby picture, bring them to the Museum before June 15. Tuesday Volunteer Watch and Work (2-4 pm): This week we will be working on exhibits. Tuesday Evening Slide Shows: On Tuesday evenings we are open until 8 pm and will be hosting slide shows. Bring in your old
Father, Oh… A play by Tracy Gibson. Errington Hall, cocktails, 6:30 pm, show time 7:30 Saturday, April 16 Pioneer Centre Dance, 1-4 pm Sunday, April 17 Atikokan Minor Hockey annual meeting, 7 pm, AEDC Monday, April 18 Council committee-of-thewhole, 5 pm Atikokan Figure Skating Club AGM, 6:30pm, AEDC Federal all-candidates meeting, 7
pm, Town Hall Apr. 19- Parenting picnic, noon, Sun Dog Wa t c h & Wo r k , a r t i f a c t restoration, 2-4 pm, Museum Lutheran food bank open to community 2-4 pm (front door) Northwest Catholic DSB meets, 6:30 pm (videoconference at St. Pat’s; 597-2633) Apr. 20 - Quilt Guild, 6:30 pm, Riverview United, 597-2294 Apr. 21 - Pictograph flea market, 11am - 4 pm, Voyageur Mall
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Atikokan committee pushing ahead for centre here
Survey confirms need for addiction treatment centre Heather Latter Fort Frances Times The Atikokan Addictions Committee will move ahead with plans to build an addictions treatment centre there after results from a recently-launched survey show there is a need for one in Rainy River District. “There’s a lot of work involved, but that can’t stop us from moving ahead. We need to try and do this for the people we serve,” said Donna Kroocmo, executive director of the Rainy River District Shelter of Hope, which facilitated the needs assessment survey being funded through Justice Canada. Kroocmo said the committee will meet to review the survey findings, which also were discussed during the Shelter of Hope conference March 29. Connie Terlesky, who was hired to collect the data through the survey, presented her final report at that time, which showed the need for an addictions treatment centre in the district. “The biggest thing was that prescription drugs [have] surpassed alcohol, marijuana, and other illicit drugs, by far, as a problem,” Terlesky noted from the data collected, citing a 65 percent misuse of prescription drugs compared to 30 percent for inhalant, 36 percent for street drugs, and 46 percent for alcohol. The survey, conducted over four weeks, also highlighted suicide and bullying as major problems locally. All organizations dealing with treatment referrals from communities across the district were invited to participate in the survey. Terlesky said more than 60 people attended the Shelter of Hope conference while a total of 113 people completed the survey, a 96 percent response rate. She added plenty of people indicated they had referred others for treatment in the past, with 19 people saying they referred more than 30 people and another 34 noting they had referred one-five people. “These are big numbers,” Terlesky said. “And they are all going out of town because there is nothing here.” Kroocmo said given interest from an investor willing to put forth $1.5 million to build a treatment centre in Atikokan, they need a business plan - complete
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with data and research - to acquire financing from the bank, since this amount won’t completely cover the construction cost. The committee has submitted a proposal through the Community Giving Program through Green Shield Canada. Next, they will do more research into the normal rate for beds at a residential treatment facility. “The private investor wants a return, so at least some of the beds have to be set aside as forprofit beds, which means they would have to pay the going rate, whatever that might be,” Kroocmo said, noting so far they have determined this could be anywhere from $400-$800 a day. “So we’d have to find something in the medium range, I would think.” She said they also have to consider the cost of ongoing operations. “We have to have this be self-sufficient.” But Kroocmo said her hope is to have at least two of the beds as not-for-profit. “That’s my dream,” she said. “We just want to make this available to everyone.” The committee also must decide the approach the treatment facility would take, she continued. They have two preferences: to serve youth and to have several beds for family-centered treatment. “Twelve- to 16-year-olds are using; we know that,” Kroocmo said. “You don’t want to see a young person sent away for treatment.” As well, a family-centered approach would allow family, children, or whoever is needed as a support group for the person being treated. This also would allow the facility to be more culturally-appropriate to First Nation communities, where involving family and extended family is important for treatment. In addition, Kroocmo said the treatment facility could offer an out-patient clinic or day program. “We thought that would be a really excellent way to service the people who couldn’t otherwise afford a residential treatment program.” “And they could access the treatment they need with very little cost to the client.” With additional programs, Kroocmo said the centre could be much more than just a residential treatment centre. “We could do much more with it, and that’s our hope and our plan,” adding they have a very active committee with service providers from many sectors, which will be beneficial to assist with all the work ahead of them. Terlesky, meanwhile, said the committee is aware other groups also are trying to get a facility going. “Whoever gets it first, let’s just build it and get it going because a strong need is there.” Currently, the closest treatment centres are in Thunder Bay and Kenora, while the closest family-centered one is in Winnipeg.
Firefly: A wonderful light in the darkness Jessica Smith Fireflies captivate children, and a newly amalgamated child development services organization has chosen to capture that positive association in its new name. “It’s a wonderful light in the darkness on a warm summer night - and it reflects the nature of our area. Children love the idea,” said CEO Karen Ingebrigtson of the newly amalgamated Lake of the Woods Child Development Centre (CDC) and Patricia Centre for Children and Youth. As of April 1, Firefly now provides child development services in the Rainy River and Kenora districts, and its slogan is ‘A Light for Today’s Challenges and Tomorrow’s Potential.’ The Atikokan office continues to be located in the Child & Family Services Main St. building and is staffed by long time case manager Dawn Lessard. The office here has close to a 15 year history in town - under many names - and has operated without a lot of community awareness of its services. Formerly known as Integrated Services for Northern Children, Integrated Services Northwest, and most recently CDC, the agency will continue the same function under Firefly. “We’re the first face people
see when they come to find assistance for their children and family,” said Lessard. “We’re like a one-stop shop for parents with any kind of difficulties, concerns for children or families.
Dawn Lessard I learn all about their child and what they need help with - really the whole picture of the child and then I tell them what services are available to them.” Firefly either provides services directly or referrals to other in-town services for families with children who have special physical, developmental and emotional needs. Because each community is different in the amount and types of agencies and programs available, Firefly attempts to tailor its services to fill gaps and provide referrals where those services already exist. The goal
remains to ensure a full range of child development services are available in the two districts. “We try not to duplicate services already provided,” said Lessard. “All agencies in town work really well together, and it works especially well in town because we all know each other; in fact Atikokan is noted for that [inter-agency cooperation] within the district.” In the Rainy River District numerous mental health, developmental and community services are provided through Child & Family Services, so Firefly does intake for those CFS programs. “Instead of telling their story to three separate agencies, they only have to do it once,” she said. The organization also supports a whole range of preand post-natal and early learning programs in the community, and garners funding for various health initiatives. Firefly covers a large geographic area and has offices in each major community. It is funded by the ministries of Community and Social Services, Children and Youth Services and the Attorney General, to meet the needs of children in four primary areas: physical, emotional, developmental and community integration. For the physical component, See ‘Firefly’, page 6
Mink Lake set to welcome 23 male Rangers this summer
Jessica Smith For the first time in its 36year history, the Ontario Ranger camp at Mink Lake will offer the program to 23 young male participants this summer. The MNR made the move to correct a gender inequality in program participation caused by fewer male than female camps in the province. That inequity has been compounded by the fact that more males than females typically apply to the program, noted MNR youth program information officer Cathy Starr. (Last year 477 males applied for the provincial program as opposed to 398 females). “The change was designed to provide equal opportunity to both sexes,” she said. There will be no changes to either the activities offered at the camp or supervisory staff this year, she noted adding that “all the job responsibilities remain the same,” as previous years. So, once again this June 27, seventeen year old Ontario Rangers will begin a summer of work and recreation designed to educate about, and possibly spark a career interest in, natural resource management. Work projects at the Mink Lake camp, located adjacent to Quetico Park, typically include rehabilitation and maintenance of the park’s interior canoe
routes and campsites, shorelines and rock faces. They also include lake clean-up, and GPS mapping of remote campsites. That latter task has been a primary focus of the Ranger’s work over the past few years, requiring multi-day (sometimes even fly-in) canoe trips. To date, the north and south ends of the park have been completed, with a vast expanse of the park’s centre still to be mapped. Rangers typically take both a five and seven day park canoe trip during their eight weeks at the camp, and also assist in visitor services with the park’s Natural Heritage Education program. Outside of the park, rangers work with the MNR and other community partners to help out with out-building maintenance, adopt-a-highway clean-up, and assisting with community events like MX racing and the Bass Classic. The program offers organized educational opportunities, such as MNR fire demonstrations and tours, visits to the Kay-Nah-ChiWah-Nung Historical Centre, Steep Rock mine, Ouimet Canyon, Terry Fox Monument, and Old Fort William, and local canoe and paddle manufacturing companies. They also take part in a geocaching expedition and an edible plant tour. Training and education
includes emergency first aid, health & safety, WHMIS, flatwater canoe skills, wilderness camping, bear awareness and the use of hand tools. With the changeover, there are now seven female and six male camps in wilderness locations across the province. The female camps are situated near Sioux Lookout, Gogama, Kirkland Lake, Sudbury, Sault Ste Marie and Thunder Bay; in addition to Mink Lake, the male camps are near Algonquin Park, Bancroft, Pembroke, Ignace and Cochrane. Aside from gender, possibly the only other change at Mink Lake this summer will be some minor renovations to the facilities, said Starr. “We’re working with staff to identify any concerns they have and make the necessary changes.” The move to make Mink Lake a male ranger camp hasn’t come without controversy here, however. After it became known that the MNR was considering the change, former rangers and staff protested; in October a petition protesting a switch garnered 369 signatures. Opponents cited reasons such as the fact that Mink Lake was the first female ranger camp in the province, providing a uniquely rugged wilderness experience to generations of young women.
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TWYLA’S TALES by Twyla Carolan
Best health info resource With the explosion of information websites on the Internet, it can be extremely difficult to sort out the good information from the bad. As a physiotherapy student in an evidence-based program, I’ve spent countless hours poring over studies and information websites to find the best information out there. I’ve finally discovered an excellent and extensive health information site called PubMed Health at www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth. About: PubMed Health offers up-to-date information on diseases, conditions, drugs, treatment options, and healthy living, with a special focus on comparative effectiveness research from institutions around the world. PubMed Health is produced by the National Center for Biotechnology, a division of the National Library of Medicine at the National Institutes of Health. And when I said extensive information, that’s just the tip of the info iceberg. Each of the categories above has its own A - Z index that covers everything you wanted to know on the topic plus information you may not have even known existed as part of the topic. For instance if you look Heimlich maneuver: Place one fist up acetaminophen in the just above the person’s navel with Drugs Section, you’ll find your thumb against the abdomen information on the correct (Photo from PubMed Health) ways to give this drug to your child, along with precautions describing when not to give it to your child. For general use, the site brings the reader’s awareness to the fact that acetaminophen is contained in many products and more than one product should not be taken at any time unless doctor prescribed. A long list of medications containing acetaminophen is included. The page also mentions that if you drink three or more alcoholic beverages a day, check in with your doctor. The pharmacist on my hospital ward noted that the combination taken steadily over as few as three days can cause liver failure. Want to know what to do about your child’s temper tantrums? Check it out in the Healthy Living section. Among the many tips is this one for overwrought parents: When your child has a temper tantrum, it is important that you remain calm. It helps to remember that tantrums are normal - they are NOT your fault, you are NOT a bad parent, and your son or daughter is NOT a bad child. Shouting at or hitting your child will only make the situation worse. A quiet, peaceful response and atmosphere, without ‘giving in’ or breaking the rule that you just set, will reduce stress and make both of you feel better. Have you had trouble with swelling of the legs or any other kind of swelling, such as joint, glands, or abdomen? Check out swelling in the Disease and Conditions section. It focuses on leg swelling, but will redirect you to pages for your specific type of swelling issue. The page will describe what questions your doctor may ask about your condition, such as when it usually occurs, does it come and go, what area does it occur in, what makes it worse or better. You’ll find information on what tests may be used to determine the cause, what those causes are, as well as some treatment tips you can use to help reduce damage to your skin with long-term swelling. If you head to the First Aid and Emergencies section, you’ll notice there are a myriad of ways someone can be poisoned by household products, usually by ingesting something that shouldn’t be, such as deodorant, household cleaners, makeup, and so on. You’ll also find info on how to remove fish hooks from the body, what to do with various bites, how to do CPR, as well as what to do for sudden onset injuries such as can occur with the knee, head, or other body parts. Want to know how to make a sling? You’ll find it here. How to do the Heimlich on yourself or others? You bet. Here are the straightforward instructions of how to do the Heimlich on yourself: 1. Make a fist. Place the thumb below your rib cage and above your navel. 2. Grasp your fist with your other hand. Press it into the area with a quick upward movement. You can also lean over a table edge, chair, or railing. Quickly thrust your upper belly area (upper abdomen) against the edge. If you need to, you should repeat this motion until the object blocking the airway comes out. The site also has a section on the various Tests and Treatments you may undergo medically, as well as a section on the Comparative Effectiveness of various treatments. I love this site. It offers the most up-to-date evidence based information in a format that is highly readable, with good explanatory graphics. An excellent balance. To get an idea of all the aspects of a certain health condition or topic, this is my number one go to source. I hope you find it helpful, as well. See ‘Twyla’, page 15
Pioneer Centre M. Shields The Pioneer Club met April 6 with president Pat Desrochers in the chair, 16 members and one guest present. Nicole Halasz gave a report on the budget, and advised the new hardware has been put on the large table. Bob Botham announced the Family Health Team's Health Fair on May 25 at the Legion, which will include hearing and vision tests. Edgar Morriesette went over correspondence from the Town and Museum regarding extra parking space for the Pioneer Centre. Lotte Piechota (Sick & Visiting Committee) reported cards were sent during to Jack Kosola, Angela Kooper, and Agnes Stevens (birthday) and June Etienne (get well). Marg Shields (Social Comt.) reported 30 attended the St. Patrick's Day Tea; Sherron Suutari won the door prize. Twenty-six attended the potluck supper and dance. The door prize was won by Lee Lindsay; spot dances were won by Alice, Pat, and Ginny. Marg Shields (Van Comt.) reported the Legion sponsored a monster bingo March 28. Tickets
are still available on the quilt to be drawn on May 6. There is going to be an Easter Pie Social with fund raising auctions and games for the Handi-van replacement fund. Wear your decorated Easter bonnet! Handi-van hours have been increased: The schedule is now Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4:30 pm. Phone numbers for the van are 597-7612 and 597-5516. Coming Up April 15 - Easter Pie Social fund raiser for the Handi-van replacement fund, 2 pm. Be sure and decorate your Easter bonnet! April 16 - Dance, 1 - 4 pm April 29 - Pot-luck supper, entertainment, 5 pm May 4 - Membership meets, 2 pm May 6 - Mother's Day Tea, 2 pm
Special Olympics Atikokan Swim Club and coach Avis Henderson thank the public for their support of our Swim-A-Thon, March 31, 2011. $697.78 was raised, in support of pool rental fees so our athletes can continue to train for competitions.
Big brother Leland Simard would like to announce the arrival of his little brother
Trenton Levi Ray Simard Born on February 22, 2011 at Thunder Bay Regional Hospital. He weighed 8 lbs., 7 oz, and was 20 inches long.
Proud parents are Travis & Cindy Simard. Grandparents are Marcia Ward, Tammy & Raymond Simard. Great-grandparents are John Potts and Hugette Simard.
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Town budget close From page 1 cost-of-living increases), and street light costs ($50,000, mostly due to the restructuring of rates). The Town will realize some operational savings in several areas. Social services charges (through the DSSAB) are down $54,000, thanks to the provincial decision to take on an increasing share of these costs. It’s not as good as it looks, however. The province has reduced its transfer to the Town to make up for that, and, so far at least, the Town is coming out behind on the deal. Since 2008, annual social service costs (including public health) to the Town are down about $206,000, but the province is giving the Town about $306,000 less each year in transfer payments. The Town will save $20,000 as the transfer to the hospital is reduced; that is under the new deal that ended Atikokan’s tie to Rainycrest. Wage and benefit costs for 2010 totalled $2.9 million, down slightly from a year earlier. That will rise about $90,000 this year, if Council approves a new fulltime by-law enforcement officer position. Capital Most of the cuts that will be made to balance the budget will come from the capital expenses side. The ‘wish list’ managers started with totaled just over $4 million, with no single major project, as there has been the past few years (Main Street, Town hall, airport runway - all of which came in on budget). By the time the all cuts are all completed, capital projects this year will likely be in the range of $2 to $2.5 million. One of the biggest areas of concern is the reserve set up about a decade ago to handle the changes in the way the Atikokan Thermal Generating Station is assessed. The assessed value of the plant has bounced around wildly, and the Town, OPG and the Municipal Property Assessment Corp. (which is ultimately responsible for setting that value), have yet to settle on a figure. OPG has always paid the assessment, even when it was obviously too high; the Town set up a reserve fund in expectation that once some middle rate is finally set, it will have to pay back some of what it has collected over the years. Two years ago, the Town dipped into that reserve fund, to the tune of about $2 million, to cover the FibraTECH bankruptcy. At the same time, it applied to the province for special adjustment funding to cover those costs. No decision has been reached yet on that application - apparently the province wants to wait until the ATGS assessment is settled before considering making a special grant to the Town. This year, Town managers want to see the whole issue settled, and have budgeted $10,000 to hire a tax consultant to work on the case. If it can be settled, they expect that a $500,000 repayment to the ATGS
Mental illness: Impact on family members
assessment reserve will not be necessary. Other major capital spending could include: • $400,000 for a new pumper for Atikokan Fire Rescue ($150,000 of that will come from reserves) • $500,000 for the Willow Rd. rebuild. (Actual spending this year will be limited to $78,000 for the engineering for the project, unless some late infrastructure funding programs are announced.) • $250,000 for Public Works equipment. • $100,000 for bridge work. (The major one here is the Mackenzie Ave. bridge, which will need some upgrading as Atikokan Renewable Fuels starts production.) • $100,000 for pavement patching. • $148,000 for the Town’s share of the Clinic elevator project. (The federal grant tgat would cover most of the cost has not yet been approved.) • $400,000 for ongoing sewer work (Town’s share: $100,000) and $200,000 for legal and engineering costs related to the same. • About $90,000 for upgrades at the water and sewer plants. • $50,000 toward preparing the new landfill site. • $50,000 for the economic development reserve, which will boost it to $213,000. About $81,000 is being considered for 2011 projects, including $20,000 for a Creative Communities program hiring, $3,100 for the Path of the Voyageur project hiring, $25,000 for new signage, $8,000 for investmentreadiness studies, and $25,000 for studies of supportive housing, a project the Town and AEDC have just started to work on. • $50,000 for architectural work on the proposed recreation and wellness centre. • $51,000 for roof, mechanical and electrical upgrades at the industrial mall. • About $90,000 for work on, and See ‘Town budget’, page 7
CMHA When someone is experiencing symptoms of a serious mental illness it can be very stressful for family members and friends. It is natural for a person’s family to be scared and confused and not know where to turn. You may even be mourning for your family member with all the changes that they are going through. Or you may be exhausted from trying to help your family member, sacrificing your own needs. It is also common for family members to feel fearful about the future and not knowing what it holds and what will happen. Rest assured that you are not alone and there is hope. Sometimes it can take people a long time to realize how physically and emotionally worn out they have become. If you experience any of these signs, don’t despair. Seeing the signs is the first step to looking after you. The next is finding your own limits and making time for yourself and not feeling guilty about it. Caring for your own needs starts with creating a support network of family, friends and maybe a counselor. Call on the people that you can rely on and that will be there when you need to vent. Mental health problems can be hard for some people to understand if they have not made themselves educated. It also can be very helpful to connect with someone who has or is going through the same experience. Sharing thoughts and stories can be very therapeutic. If you are receiving support from another family make sure you focus on the needs of the other family as well. Know that you are not alone. Tips Sometimes when caring for someone with a mental illness can take a lot energy, balance, and hard work. The emotional drain may take a toll on us. It is very important to schedule time for your self even if you think it is not important. Here are some tips for taking care of you: • Call a friend • Go for a long walk • Have a long hot bubble bath
• Read a favorite book • Listen to music or watch a TV show that you haven’t seen in a while • Keeping good health is crucial, to you and your entire family • Let go of shame and guilt. Try to take comfort and gain strength from the positive things your family has experienced together. • Do not neglect other children • Learn from and enjoy support from others who have similar problems • Join education or support groups • Educate yourself on the illness.
Info on mental health issues from family support programs, Canadian Mental Health Assoc. (CMHA), hospitals, Schizophrenia Society of Canada, Mood Disorders, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and many others. (www.cmha.ca or www.camh.net) For more, contact Christina Hahkala, the family liaison worker with CMHA’s Can-Help program, in Fort Frances at 1807-274-9400 ext 5.
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Letters to the editor “Why is Atikokan fluoridating its water supply?” Dear editor, There is evidence that drinking fluoridated water may be dangerous to your health, and it is high time to express our concerns about the fluoridation of Atikokan’s water supply. An increasing number of cities in Canada and internationally, are rejecting the use of fluoride in their drinking water. Following is a very partial list of cities that do not fluoridate their water, or have recently rejected it after long time use: Thunder Bay, Sarnia, Calgary, Kamloops, Kelowna, Flagstaff, Arizona, Clearwater, Florida,and most western European cities. Why would a city like Kamloops stop fluoridating its water after 40 years? Why is Atikokan fluoridating its water supply? Sodium fluoride is an extremely toxic substance used in rat poison and insecticide, and we believe it should never be used for human consumption not in water, not on food, not in toothpaste, nothing! We recently read the fine print on the back of commonly used brand of toothpaste and it said, “children should use only a pea size portion and be supervised when brushing.” How can anyone in good conscience add fluoride to a product commonly used orally by children? The amount of sodium fluoride in a pea size amount of toothpaste is equal to the amount of sodium fluoride in one glass of fluoridated tap water. A partial list of hazards, damage, and information about water fluoridation is readily available at numerous websites including www.nofluoride.com (Citizens for Safe Drinking Water). They make the case that: (a) Water fluoridation is the ideal solution for industry’s fluoride waste disposal problem. (b) Several studies directly link fluoridation to skeletal fluorosis, dental fluorosis, and several rare forms of cancer. (c) There is a moral issue - the right of each person to control the drugs he or she takes. (d) Many psychoactive drugs including Prozac, Paxil and Luvox are fluorinated medications. We implore both town council and Atikokan citizens to inform themselves immediately about the hazards and would-be benefits of adding fluoride to our water supply. It is only a question of stopping fluoridation now, or stopping it 20 years down the road, after irreparable damage has been done. Our children and grandchildren deserve far better. Joe & Gabrielle Marohnic
Jonathan Halasz This election seems to be moving along pretty slowly; no real debate has come out of the political rhetoric in Ottawa. That was until March 30. The night previous, the consortium of television networks representing the leaders’ debate announced their decision to withhold invitation to the Green Party leader Elizabeth May. If you remember, in the 2008 election the consortium made the same decision. This was attributed to a “programming issue”, and the TV networks openly announced there was no set criteria for invitation to the debate. Word came out later that party leaders Stephen Harper (Conservative Party) and Jack Layton (New Democrats) would boycott the debate should the invitation be sent to Ms. May of the Greens. It quickly became an issue in 2008, just like it has again become an election issue. Last time the television networks caved into the growing public pressure to include the Green Party leader. May’s cause was aided by the fact that she had a sitting MP in the House of Commons, a Liberal who left caucus and joined the Greens. Finally the party leaders were pressured by their own supporters to let May into the debate. Her performance in the debate was justified; many pundits even went as far to say that Elizabeth May won the English leaders’ debate. Back to 2011: a social media campaign has shown huge support for May to be in this year’s federal leaders’ debate. Polls on news websites show support for May’s inclusion is in the mid80% range. Facebook and Twitter have both been buzzing with discontent about the consortium’s decision. In just 24 hours, the party was able to collect 20,000 signatures to petition for a fair and democratic debate. (This time around, all of the other federal party leaders have agreed the Green Party leader should be included.) True, the Green Party doesn’t have a seat in
the House of Commons. But, it is also fact that the Greens received just short of 7% of the popular vote in the last federal election - just under a million votes. It would seem the party’s lack of seats in the House has more to say about the shortcomings of our voting system than to a lack of Green support. The Greens are not a fringe group; they consistently poll at around 10% of the Canadian public. Their participation in the debate is tantamount to having a fair and democratic leaders’ debate. Former Prime Minister Joe Clark has even come out in support of Elizabeth May’s inclusion. There are no rules governing who gets invited to the debates, rather, the decision was made by a small group of network executives. They come from CBC, Radio-Canada, and Global. Why should these media businesses get to determine whose opinions we hear or not? The lack of democratic transparency in our electoral process often makes me wonder if Canada is beginning to become a bit of a banana republic. Whether you believe what the Green Party has to say or not, denying their leader a seat at the debate is a seriously anti-democratic action. Like the other four parties, the Greens receive federal funding from the government of Canada. Like the other three national parties, the Greens run a full campaign across the country, with candidates in all 308 ridings. Your tax dollars are going to the Green Party as a major federal political party; don’t you have the right to hear what they have to say along with the other leaders? Please sign the petition demanding a more democratic debate process (over 118,000 signatures and climbing): www.demanddemocraticdebates.ca Atikokanite Jonathan Halasz is a member of the Young Greens, and has helped work for Green Party candidates here and in Ottawa.
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Democracy or dictatorship? Dear editor, After reading an article by a ‘federal picket’, who implied that town hall meetings are direct democracy, I say that town hall meetings of any kind are not direct democracy, they are direct dictatorship. No one in a town hall meeting is paid handsomely for showing up and no one in a town hall meeting votes on legislation. There is nothing binding as a result of town hall meetings. Therefore, in my judgment, there is no democracy in town hall meetings. The Crown’s Liberal Party Leader in Ottawa, said on CBC television: “This is a democracy!” Let me correct the party leader by quoting The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus, by Christopher Marlowe, 1604. He wrote: “This is hell”. And I add that hell is not democracy. To the Crown itself, I ask, that after the beating that you gave innocent people last summer in Toronto, what makes the Crown think that it is welcome in Canada? Kim Neill
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Firefly From page 3 it provides occupational and physiotherapy services and refers speech therapy services. “We work really closely with a lot of different organizations; a lot of services we provide help them provide their services better,” said Ingebrigtson. “We help support young people no matter where their location, whether they’re in a day care or school or in the care of a child and family services agency. We’re often working in teams with teachers, child service workers and parents.” The organization makes emotional supports available for children through mental health consultations via tele-medicine video link sessions with child psychiatrists from Toronto’s Sick Kid’s Hospital. Through those sessions, parents, children and teenagers can consult on behavioural issues and medications, said
Lessard, adding, that “they have access to a lot of face time with consultations lasting up to an hour and a half or two hours.” Developmental services are provided to aid children with developmental disabilities in their transition into adulthood, and Firefly makes available respite programs to provide occasional care for high-needs children. The organization will also help families access additional funds to help in their child’s care, said Lessard. “We accept referrals from anyone - schools, parents, physicians. Teenagers can refer themselves,” she said. “All our services are free and absolutely confidential.” Firefly also works with Atikokan Community Living to help adults with developmental disabilities. The organization also supports a whole range of pre-and post natal and early learning programs in the communities,
and garners funding for special children’s health initiatives. As for the recent amalgamation, Ingebrigtson, former executive director of the CDC, said the move was not made for financial reasons, as neither agency had any funding shortfall; rather, to streamline IT and administrative services to “really focus on client services,” she said. “Hopefully we can gather the best from both organizations.” There will be no service disruption, “and over time people will notice improvement in our continued focus on quality.” Atikokan is represented on the Firefly board by Mayor Dennis Brown, a long-time CDC rep. And even though it is the only Firefly office in the district to have a staff of one in what is now an even larger coverage area, the CEO and staff from both districts make sure that “I still feel a part of the whole team,” said Lessard. “It’s a great agency.” For more about Firefly's services, contact Lessard at 597 4528 or visit www.fireflynw.ca.
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Obituaries Lorentz (Swede) Hedlund Lorentz Soren Hedlund (Swede), 75, of Atikokan, Ontario, passed away on Friday, March 25, 2011 at the Atikokan General Hospital after a three-year battle with cancer. Lorentz was born on May 10, 1935 in Stockholm, Sweden, to Evert and Eva Hedlund. He moved to Canada in the 1960s with his father. They spent time together in Thunder Bay and then his father, Evert, moved to the U.S. and Lorentz settled in Atikokan. He opened his own welding business; Lorne’s Welding here and operated it for many years before retiring. He loved to read and would finish the daily newspaper from one end to the other. One of his favorite authors was Louis Lamour, and he liked any kind of magazines that had to do with motorcycles or riding. In the summer he couldn’t wait to get on his motorcycle and enjoy the outdoors. Biking was one of his favorite pastimes and he would participate in the Ride for Sight every year. Lorentz loved to talk
and could hold your attention touching on many interesting subjects. He had many friends in Atikokan and enjoyed visiting with all of them. This was apparent as the highlight of his day was to take a daily jaunt to the Outdoorsman Restaurant. He leaves behind his only daughter, Bridget Hedlund, only grandson Braxton Hedlund-Nykorak, and extended family in Winnipeg and Sweden. Lorentz was predeceased by his parents Evert and Eva and his sister Anita. He will be especially missed by all his close friends and neighbours in Atikokan who had the pleasure of being able to see him every day. Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held in the late spring or early summer. If friends so desire in memoriam donations may be made to Cancer Care Ontario. Online condolences may be made in care of www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com.
Wally Cummings International for over 42 years and Waldo (Wally) Beaman Cummings, served as Lieutenant Governor of 93, died in his home at 6 Church Street , Districts in Kentucky and Minnesota, West Boylston, Massachusetts, on March and Governor of the Western Canada 29, 2011. Wally, Esther and his two sons, District. He was active with the Beaman and Brad lived in Atikokan from Atikokan Chamber of Commerce, the 1959 to 1975. Red Cross and other professional and He served in the U.S. Army during community organizations. World War II from June 5, 1942 to He was predeceased in 1981 by his December 25, 1945. His unit the 542nd wife, Esther Blackburn, of WheelEngineer Boat and Shore Regiment wright, KY. He has two sons, Waldo utilized amphibious landing craft to conduct assaults all along the New Guinea coastline Beaman Jr. (Pam) of West Boylston, and Warren Bradford (Cathy), of Fairbanks, Alaska. He also and took part in the recapture of the Philippines. After World War II he worked for Inland Steel has four grandchildren and one greatCompany’s Kentucky coal headquarters as cost ac- granddaughter. A funeral service was held at the counting clerk, assistant manager mine accounting First Congregational Church of West Boylston on and manager mine accounting. In 1959 he was April 1. Condolences may be offered on-line at transferred to Caland Ore Co. Ltd. near Atikokan, www.faybrothers.com Ontario. He served as treasurer and assistant secretary of that company until 1975, when he was transferred to Virginia, Minnesota, as comptroller of Inland Steel Mining Co. He retired from Inland Steel on May 1, 1981 after 42 years of service. He was very active as a member of Kiwanis
This week in Atikokan history Compiled from the Progress archives by Christine Jefferson-Durand April 12, 1951 • Champions of the Atikokan Midget League were the Falcons coached by Bob Moffat: Eldred Kennedy, Peter Hancock, Don McRorie, Donald Bain, George Cullen, Jim Sinclair and Bud Robbin. The champions of the juvenile league were the Wolves, also coached by Moffatt: Bill Stus, George Millwater, Ira Melong, Gerald Cenerini, Jim Ek, Norman Bone, Ernie Webster, John Charbonneau and Roy Barnhart. April 13, 1961 • 25 students from the Lakehead Teachers College are in town receiving on the job experience in the elementary schools. The students, some of the first graduates of the Lakehead School, will be in town for two weeks. The group includes six former Atikokanites: Mrs. Anne Erb, Ray Quantrill, Sharon Roszell, Aileen Douglas, Michael Reid and Marjorie Wenstrom. • Atikokan Central Plumbing and Heating is opening the town’s first wash and dry laundry. The laundromat will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. On opening day everything will be free then the washers will be 25¢ a load with dryers 10¢ a load. April 15, 1971 • The high school suffered extensive flood damage during the Easter weekend. Water covered the gym, cafeteria and storage rooms in the basement to a depth of 30 inches. Pumps and equipment were borrowed from Caland and the town to get rid of the water and all the cleaning staff as well as many students assisted in the clean up. The cost of the damage is around $10,000 or higher if the gym floor needs to be replaced. April 15, 1981 • Atikokan Township police is operating at its full strength of 11 with the hiring of Tim Fairbairn. Before joining the police he worked at Steep Rock Iron Mines and as MNR fire crew. • Nat Scott has retired from Inland Steel after 30 years, 28 of those here at Caland Ore. April 10, 1991 • Sherry Lessard earned second prize in the University of Toronto’s high school essay contest. She was one of 2,500 students from Ontario who wrote an essay based on the theme ‘Save our Forests’. Meanwhile, Brooke Gushulak, a grade 4 student won the national Play Fair poster contest. Her poster showed children playing monkee in the middle with a slogan “Don’t fight over a game”.
Town budget From page 5 furniture for, the Town Hall. • $54,500 for emergency measures; a significant portion of that is for upgrading the comm. tower on Maple Cres. The final budget will include decisions on a number of issues,
including whether to proceed with the full-time by-law enforcement position (net cost: $50,000), and whether to bring back the sidewalk crew (three temporary workers for up to three months) and two temporary workers for Public Works (primarily to cover summer vacations).
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Any person who plans to attend the videoconference Board Meeting at St. Patrick’s School is asked to notify the Principal (597-2633) no later than noon the day before the meeting. If you require additional assistance in order to attend our upcoming meeting, please contact the office of the Director of Education by calling: 807-274-2931, ext. 1222, by email: cwilson@tncdsb.on.ca or in writing to: 555 Flinders Avenue, Fort Frances, ON P9A 3L2.
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2011 Atikokan Figure Skating Club Ice Show
Alexis Brigham, Miya Anderson, Isabel Campanaro, Grace Fisk, Courtney Mason
Isabel Campanaro, Grace Fisk, Jaycelin Bolen, Courtney Mason, Miya Anderson, Alexis Brigham
Emma Campanaro
Sarah Campanaro Melanda Morden
Brette Warren
Taylor Charbonneau
Emily Anderson
Alexis Brigham
Samantha Ribey Katherine Painter, Julia Sportak and Jonas Stamler Kaitlyn Gouliquer
Brette Warren, Chantale Gouliquer, Taylor Charbonneau, Emily Anderson, Kaitlyn Gouliquer, Melanda Morden, Emma & Sarah Campanaro
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Books ‘n Things Jonathan Lewis New books are here. James Redfield, author of the Celestine Prophecy has returned with a new book called The Twelfth Insight. Our narrator and his friend have just received a portion of another ancient and mysterious manuscript that describes a secret approach to spirituality that is silently arriving in the second decade of the 21st century. But the manuscript is only available in fragments. To understand its full meaning for mankind, our hero and Wil begin an urgent search to find the message in its entirety. As they embrace the power of Synchronicity and begin their search, they are confronted by powerful political forces and religious extremists that stand in the way of these spiritual revelations. A Matter of Class is a historical romance by Mary Balogh. Reginald Masson is wealthy refined and by all accounts, a gentleman. However, he is not a gentleman by birth, a factor that pains him and his father. Bernard Mason, with the Regency society that upholds station above all else. That is, until an opportunity for social advancement arises, namely, Lady Annabelle Ashton. Daughter of the Earl of Havercroft, a neighbor and enemy of the Mason family, Annabelle finds herself disgraced
Interclub Darts A Division (Round four, to April 7)
High scores: Earl Fredrickson 171, Annie Cross * 119 High out: Doug * Busch, Telford Larson 72, * Annie Cross 16 Most outs: * D. Busch 6, A Cross 4 Weeks 4&5: Caron 3 Cross 2; Cross 4 Warren 1; Caron 5 Ogden 0 Caron 18 Cross 9 Ogden 5 Fredrickson 4 Warren 4
Highscores:JerryMorden, Haw 23 Jamie Stus 180 High out: McCallum 16 Matt Ogden 65, Kathy PoiStus 16 rier 58 Most outs: Three Desserre 9 with 10, five with 3 High Gouliquer 9 Ave: Ryan Zygmunt 55.9, Henton 9 Jamie Stus 43.8 Koroscil 8 Weeks 4&5: Koroscil 3 Henton 2; Koroscil 3 Gouliquer 2; Stus 5 Koroscil 0; McCallum 4 Desserre 1; McCallum 3 Stus 2; Haw 5 Henton 0; Desserre 3 Henton 2; Haw 5 Stus 0; Desserre 3 Gouliquer 2 Bye served B vs C Challenge: Barna 3 McCallum 2; Haw 5 Collition 0 (B leads, 17-13) C Division High out: Trish FredrickClarke 17 son 174, Four with 140 Gillies 16 High out: Terry Wreggett Barna 15 100,MaxineBailey89Most Gushulak 13 outs: Mary Gillies, Addis Collition 11 Garuk 8 High Ave: André Calder 11 Morin 5 4 . 0 , P a m Bujold 7 Bujold 41.6
by a scandal, one that has left her branded as damaged goods. Besmirched by shame, the earl is only too happy to marry Annabelle off to anyone willing to have her. Though Bernard wishes to use Annabelle to propel his family up the social ladder, his son does not to marry her, preferring instead to live as the wild, single life he is accustomed to. With this, Bernard serves his son an ultimatum: marry Annabelle, or make do without family funds. Having no choice, Reginald consents and enters into a hostile engagement in which the prospective bride and groom are openly antagon-istic, each one resenting the other for their current state of affairs while their respective fathers revel in their suffering. The Nearest Exit is a thriller by Olen Steinhauer. Faced with the potential dissolution of his marriage and the end of his quiet, settled life, reluctant spy Milo Weaver has no choice but to return to his old job as a 'tourist' for the CIA. But before he can get back to the dirty work of espionage, he has to prove his worth to his new bosses. Armed with a stack of false identities, Milo heads back to Europe, and for nearly three months every assignment is executed perfectly. Then he's instructed to kill the fifteenyear-old daughter of Moldovan immigrants, and make the body disappear. No questions. For Milo, it's an impossible task, but ignoring his handlers is equally untenable. Suddenly he's in a dangerous position, caught between right and wrong, between powerful self-interested foes, between patriots and traitors - especially now that he has nothing left to lose.
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Gasoline Report Ministry of Energy For the week ending April 4: The Ontario average retail price of regular unleaded gasoline increased for the second straight week, by 4.6¢ to $1.281 a litre, its highest level since September 2008, reflecting West Texas crude oil prices of nearly US$108 a barrel and higher North American wholesale prices. Prices rose 11¢ in Sault Ste. Marie ($1.263), 5.7¢ in Toronto ($1.293), 5.5¢ in London ($1.289), 4.3¢ in Sudbury ($1.278), 3.8¢ in North Bay ($1.271), 2.7¢ in Ottawa ($1.262), 1¢ in Timmins ($1.347), and 0.3¢ in Thunder Bay ($1.303). In nearly all cases, these were 30- or 31-month highs. Prices fell 1.5¢ in Windsor ($1.176). The average price gap between northern and southern Ontario narrowed from 1.7¢ to 0.8¢, a five-month low. The Ontario average retail diesel price rose for the sixth straight week, by 0.2¢ to $1.291, its highest level since August 2008. It was up 0.6¢ in Thunder Bay, to $1.294.
The Atikokan Adult Learning Centre thanks the following businesses and individuals who contributed to making the Basics of Mining Program a success: Osisko Hammond Reef Gold Ltd., Warburton Holdings, James Marohnic, John Williams, C3 Drilling, Silverado, TerraX Minerals, Rainy Lake Tribal Contracting, Karl Bjorkman, Angele Belley, Atikokan Progress, T.D. Bank, Little Darlings, Atikokan Appliance, Walt's, Johnson's Esso, Quetico Inn, Atikokan Wholesale, Township of Atikokan, Lone Pine Market (D&L), and Carrie's Corner Store.
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Have you been the victim of a violent crime in Ontario? Northwest Community Legal Clinic Yvonne Hutton, Community Legal Worker April 10 to 16, 2011 is with abuse, several incidences. In order to meet the requiredesignated as National Victims of Crime Awareness Week, with ments of the compensation activities across the country program, the individual applying focusing on raising awareness of has had to have suffered substanservices available to victims of tial physical or psychological injuries. The applicant must show crime in Canada. One of the victim services to the CICB, usually through available in Ontario is provided police, medical and counselling through the Criminal Injuries reports, that their injuries are of a Compensation Board (CICB). substantial nature. Individuals who have sufAnyone injured as a result of a violent crime in Ontario can fered trauma due to witnessing a apply to the CICB for financial crime or coming upon the scene of a crime can also apply, and compensation. may qualify for funding from the A 'violent crime' can be a physical assault, attempted CICB for counselling programs. Even if the person who murder, arson, sexual assault, domestic (spousal/partner) committed the crime has not been assault, child physical assault, prosecuted or convicted, an child sexual abuse, etc. An applicant may still be eligible for application can be made for one compensation. Anyone interested in applyspecific incident, or, as common
Pictograph Gallery Vivian Gilmour Georgia O'Keefe. Stylistically, as This is the last week to view seen in the creations of the Bill McFarlane's exhibit, American painter Edward Metamorphosis, which closes Hopper, he strives to establish a Saturday April 16. feeling of ambiguity and The final piece in Bills' series monumentality in his work. entitled Vortex, is intended to The Gallery will be closed express a time of no feeling when until the 30 th of April for his effort to maintain the mask renovations and a new look for became overwhelming and the our gift shop. facade began to disintegrate. He Our next exhibit will open expresses that at that time it felt as April 30 with Evelyn Konrad, a if everything was being sucked into a vortex where there was no reality and everything around him was simply an illusion. Upon completion of the depression series, he began documenting the process of his gradual transformation towards revitalizaBill McFarlane, Reach for the Sky tion. As he looks back on this journey he refers to Thunder Bay watercolour artist. this transformation as Phase 2 of Evelyn has held shows here Metamorphosis. before and has always been The various works in this poplar. She will be holding a series deal with the changing workshop the last weekend in awareness he experienced while May. Keep posted for more making them. information. Pieces such as The Nestling Don't forget our flea market illustrate rebirth within, and day (Deals and Steals) April 21, nurturing by, the environment he 11 am until 4 pm, upstairs in the currently resides in. Various other Voyageur Mall. Come out and pieces express a number of support the Pictograph Gallery themes, such as the continuous and find a steal of a deal. repetition of nature's cycles, as seen very clearly in the wilderness, as well as the internal strength and wisdom he has gained as a result of his move, as evidenced by a pair of works depicting trees. The most important thing to bear in mind regarding these pieces is they are meant to be works of art. They were created primarily with a conscious focus on the elements of design, composition, colour and overall visual aesthetics. Conceptually, Bill takes inspiration from the works of a number of early to mid-twentieth century environmental artists including Emily Carr and
ing to the CICB can access more information at www.cicb. gov.on.ca/en/index.htm The Northwest Community Legal Clinic (in Atikokan, Fort Frances and Kenora) can assist individuals with low income with the entire CICB application process, including completing the initial application form, obtaining police and medical reports, and assisting with the eventual documentary or live hearing before a two to three member Criminal Injuries Compensation Board panel. For more information about the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board or for other Legal Clinic services, please contact the Atikokan o ff i c e o f t h e N o r t h w e s t Community Legal Clinic at 5972811, or stop by the office at 305 Main Street West, between the Native Friendship Centre and the Newsstand.
THE RAINY RIVER DISTRICT WOMEN’S SHELTER OF HOPE 24-Hour Crisis Line 1-800-465-3348 807-597-6908 We do not subscribe to call display. The Emergency Shelter is a safe and secure facility which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Shelter is a comfortable environment which provides support, safety, privacy and assistance to women and their children who have experienced physical, sexual and emotional abuse. Advocacy, referrals, one-on-one support, women's support groups and children's programs are also available.
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Digging up the dirt M. Main Preparations for the upcoming District #14 annual general meeting are in full swing right now! It will be a fun-packed weekend commencing Friday, April 29 at 6 pm, with events running through to Sunday, May 1 at the Legion Hall. Our theme is 'The Great Outdoors'. The Hort newsletter is being
delivered and in it is a registration form to the event (yellow sheet). The deadline to register is April 16 (We need a head count for meals.). You do not have to be a member if you wish to attend. Look for posters around town or call Catherine Reilly at 5976729 or Alana Rechlin 597-2156. Plan to attend!
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MINING BEAT Jessica Smith Belmont Resources continues to confirm and identify both gold and base metals on its Lumbo/Bufo property northeast of Atikokan and adjacent to Osisko’s Hammond Reef gold project. The company recently released assay results showing more gold, silver, copper and zinc values in a volcanic massive sulphides (VMS) style deposit in the remaining five of eight holes drilled last fall and winter. These five holes confirm the easterly and westerly extensions of the mineralization, discovered by earlier exploration north and east of Lumby Lake. Of the new results, two holes drilled near the east end of Lumby Lake intersected widespread significant silver and base metal values. A 130 metre-wide zone of mineralization was intersected with values ranging from 5 to 67 ppb gold, up to 76.5 g/t silver, up to 0.3 % copper, 1.09 % zinc, 0.3% lead and 602 ppm nickel. These holes tested the depth and strike extensions of an earlier high-grade silver-base metal discovery north of Herontrack Lake. Another two holes drilled to test the down-dip and southerly strike extension of gold and silver discovered southwest of Lumby Lake last spring, intersected highlights of 28.5 metres containing 13 parts per billion gold and 3.3 grams per tonne silver; 6 m of 80 ppb gold; 3.7 m of 131 ppb gold and 2.47 g/t silver; 1.4 m of 181 ppb gold and 1.46 g/t silver; 1.8 m of 41 ppb gold and 3.29 g/t silver; 1.5 m of 77 ppb gold. Belmont said these findings may be the down-dip extension of a base metal and platinum group metal showing, previously discovered along the road south of Lumby Creek. In that same area, results from another hole - drilled to 434 metres contained findings similar with a copper-zinc VMS type deposit. That hole followed up on anomalies identified by earlier geophysical surveys and contained 1.5 metres of 3739 ppm copper with 332 ppm zinc, 3573 ppm copper with 376 ppm zinc, 1603 ppm copper and 152 ppm zinc. The company stated the gold mineralization appears similar to that of Osisko’s Hammond Reef. The silver-base metal system appears to be centrally located around Lumby, Herontack and Spoon Lake, as indicated by previous geophysical surveys, noted Belmont.
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Under the Young Canada Works Urban Aboriginal Youth Program applications are invited for: (2) Aboriginal Recreation / Child Development Worker Employment to begin June 20, 2011, for 10 weeks Application for the positions will be accepted until June 10 at 12:00 noon Job Descriptions available at the A.N.F.C. Submit applications with proof of continuing education to: Deloris Veran, Executive Director, Atikokan Native Friendship Centre Box 1510, 307 - 309 Main St., Atikokan, ON P0T 1C0 Only those applicants chosen for an interview by the selection committee will be contacted.
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Summer employment for post-secondary students (applicants between the ages of 16 and 30) Under the Young Canada Works Urban Aboriginal Youth Program applications are invited for: (1) Aboriginal Health Promotion Worker (1) Aboriginal Substance Abuse Prevention Worker Employment to begin May 9, 2011, for 16 weeks Application for the positions will be accepted until April 29 at 12:00 noon Job Descriptions available at the A.N.F.C. Submit applications with proof of continuing education to: Deloris Veran, Executive Director Atikokan Native Friendship Centre Box 1510, 307 - 309 Main St., Atikokan, ON P0T 1C0 Only those applicants chosen for an interview by the selection committee will be contacted.
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RECEPTIONIST PART-TIME (25 hrs/wk) Duties include: · Assist clients with the use of tools located in the resource area · Reception of clients and visitors · Provide relief to AEDC Staff as required · Able to work extended hours Qualifications: · Excellent communication skills – written and oral · Excellent computer skills – extensive experience working with Microsoft Office 2010 · High level of confidentiality · Organizational and time management skills · Must have excellent literacy skills
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PART-TIME COUNSELLOR Program: Developmental Services Training & Leisure Centre Position Summary: The Part-time Counsellor reports directly to the Employment Services Supervisor. The counsellor provides care and support to adults with a developmental disability or dualdiagnosis. The counsellor will teach necessary skills required to: maximize capabilities and independence, provide all necessary support to ensure safety and have meaningful participation in the community. The counsellor is also responsible for implementing programs within the DSTLC facility, in the community or in an employment setting. Qualifications: A diploma in the field of developmental or social services or experience in the field of developmental services is preferred. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are essential. Proficiency with MS Word and Excel are necessary. A valid Ontario driver's license and the maintenance of an acceptable driving record are required. Employees must be in good physical condition as the position requires active participation in daily activities, and operation of assistance devices. Demonstrated experience in small business procedures and previous experience in safe food handling & preparation is an asset. Experience in a team environment is essential. This is a unionized position. Hours of work: 40 hours per week (May – October) Wage: Dependent upon qualifications. Excellent benefits package. Job description available at the Community Living Atikokan office, 114 Gorrie St. Apply to:
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PATROL SUPERVISOR IMOS Ltd. requires a Patrol Supervisor for its Ignace, Atikokan areas. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Patrol Supervisor is responsible for: • Organization and supervision of patrol employees in delivering safe, year-round repair and maintenance of provincial highways, secondary roads, right-of-ways and facilities within assigned areas • Assessment of roads and identification of deficiencies • Prioritization and scheduling of work activities (including materials and equipment) with optimal productivity and controlled cost • Participation in equipment management ensuring necessary maintenance, repairs and cleaning is undertaken in a timely fashion The successful candidate will have practical knowledge of winter and summer road maintenance and the application of materials and equipment. Proven leadership skills and a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience is preferred. A valid DZ license is required. Knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act, Book 7 and Maintenance Quality Standards are assets. Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume in confidence to IMOS Limited via e-mail at sara.lacarte@millergroup.ca or via facsimile at (705) 647-3611. We would like to thank all the applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please forward your application including at least two work related references by 4:00 pm on Friday, April 15, 2011 to: employment@atikokaninfo.com We would like to thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. A complete job description can be requested via e-mail.
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M. Shields The United Church Women met April 4 with president Sandy Sedor in the chair and 13 members present. We opened with the theme song and prayer, and devotions (The Bishop's Gift and The Empty Egg) read by Sandy Sedor. The Friendship committee reported visiting with Eileen Gibson, Owen Boland, Theresa Shannon, Marilyn Hannon, Flo Dyhm, Eunice Hamilton and Julie Foy. Thank you notes were received from Marilyn Hannon and Donna Lind. April birthdays recognized were Bonnie Gushulak, Jessie Enge, Sandy Sedor, and Eileen Gibson. Three members volunteered to help bake at the Extended Care on April 15, Bev Veran, Sandy Sedor and Lynne Dimma. We ended the meeting with the blessing. Coming up: Ham Supper, April 17; UCW Rally, Fort Frances, April 30; Next meeting, May 2.
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PRINCIPAL The Northwest Catholic District School Board is seeking a Catholic Educational Leader for the position of Principal at Sacred Heart School in Sioux Lookout effective the 2011 – 2012 school year. Requirements: • Certificate of qualification and current registration from the Ontario College of Teachers. • Principal's Qualifications as outlined in Ontario Ministry of Education Regulations. • Specialist qualifications in Religious Education or a commitment to attain same is required. • A demonstrated commitment to the Board's philosophy of Catholic education. • Proven leadership ability, excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Previous experience in the administration of schools would be an asset. Application Procedures: Interested applicants must submit the following: • Application form and Faith Reference Portfolio. These forms are available on the Board website, or by contacting the Human Resources Department. • Resume outlining academic and professional qualifications as well as experience in teaching and administration. • Name, address and telephone numbers of two professional references, one of which must be a current or former supervisor, and a parish priest reference. • Copy of current Ontario College of Teachers' Certificate of Qualification and Certificate of Registration. Please direct any questions to the Human Resources Dept. at 807274-2931, ext. 1221, Toll Free 888-311-2931, ext. 1221 or email bbooth@tncdsb.on.ca. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our web site at www.tncdsb.on.ca for further information on our Board and schools. Completed applications must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2011 to: Mr. Al Cesiunas Superintendent of Education 75 Van Horne Avenue, Suite B Dryden, ON P8N 2B2 Phone: 807-223-4663 Fax: 807-223-4014 “Equal Opportunity Employer” Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Anne-Marie Fitzgerald, Board Chair
Mary-Catherine Kelly, Director of Education
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ALUMACRAFT BOATS, SUZUKI 4stroke outboards, ATVs, Karavan trailers, Cub Cadet lawn mowers, Stihl and Husky saws and trimmers, Ski Doo snowmobiles. Parts, Sales, Service. Badiuk Equipment, Fort Frances. www.badiuk.com Phone 1-800-716-4316. tfnc RED CORE INFRARED HEATERS can save you up to 50% on your heating bills. Great for that cold room in your house or at the cabin. On sale now at Badiuk Equipment 1800-716-4316, badiuk.com or pinewoodsports.com a11c FOR SALE: HUSKY PRO 60 gallon 7 hp upright compressor, $400. Phone 597-1286. a18p PRO-FORM CROSSWALK treadmill, has 4 pre-set programs, changeable incline, $150. Wii gaming console with Wii fit balance board, Wii Active and Outdoor Challenge game, misc. accessories. $260 for all. Phone 597-6919 after 5 p.m. (please leave message). tfnf FREE TRIPLE GLASS UPGRADE on all Vinyl Window Designs window orders for the month of April. Call the Window & Door Store in Fort Frances at 1-800-815-2378 or email i n f o @ w i n d o w d o o r. n e t Fr e e delivery, professional installation available. a25c
3 BDRM. HOUSE FOR SALE. 1½ baths, large kitchen/open concept living room, finished rec room, lots of storage space. Completely done with all new flooring. Spacious back yard. 2-vehicle carport with 10x16 shed attached. Centrally located. Serious inquiries only please phone for viewing. 597-6382. a25p FOR SALE: 2+ BDRM. HOME WITH garage, 122 Alder St. New laminate flooring & new roof (Nov. 2010). $105,000. Call 807-628-8584, leave message. m28p RECENT PROFESSIONAL HOME inspection completed. 2240 sq. ft. home on a double lot. 5 bdrms., 2 baths, large rooms & closets, wired garage. Pictures and more info can be seen on Kijiji. Phone 597-1090 for more info. a18p
The Atikokan Art Centre (110 Clark St.)
is holding a
SILENT AUCTION on April 16, 2011 from 1 to 5 p.m. to sell non-structural assets. Highest bid will purchase item. All purchases are as is and the purchaser is solely responsible for removal of the item. No returns or refunds. Cash payments only.
DEBT PROBLEMS? (Discuss your options.) For free advice: Meyers Norris Penny Limited. Trustee in Bankruptcy. Local Office: 315 Main Street South, Kenora, ON Cathy Morris, Insolvency Admin. Assistant (807) 468-3338 or Toll Free 1-866381-3338. Principal Office: 301 1661 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB. Ken Zealand, CA, Trustee. www.mpndebt.ca tfnc
EARN MONEY! INDEPENDENT carriers wanted to deliver flyer packages and/or newspapers to residents of Atikokan. For information/details please email jgibbs@chroniclejournal.com or call 1-800-663-9364. a25c
Notice to Creditors All persons having claims against the Estate of GLEN ALBERT DONALD FRASER, late of the Township of Atikokan and District of Rainy River, who died on or about the 12th day of March, 2011, are hereby notified to send them to the undersigned, duly verified, on or before the 22nd day of April, 2011. After the last mentioned date the assets of the Estate will be distributed among the persons entitled thereto having regard only to claims of which notice shall then have been received. DATED at the Township of Atikokan, Ontario this 4th of April, 2011. Linda Fraser P.O. Box 2062 Atikokan, Ontario P0T 1C0
OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 214 O’Brien Street “Air-Conditioned” 1 - Large Waiting Room 4 - Offices 1 - 2 pce. Bathroom 1 - Kitchenette with sink
Phone 597-4259 or 597-5226 ATTN. CONSTRUCTION WORKERS: Two apartment units for rent - One 4 bdrm. unit and one 1 bdrm. unit. For more info contact 597-1579. tfnc CONSTRUCTION WORKERS: Rental units, fully equipped, 3 & 6 bdrm. units, 20 min. west of Atikokan. Hwy. 11. WiFi, sat. TV, BBQ. Weekly, monthly. 597-1233. Marr’s Perch Lake Lodge. tfnc FOR RENT: VERY CLEAN 2 BDRM. furnished house in quiet location. Includes washer & dryer. Avail. immediately. $750/mth. includes heat & hydro. Suitable for single/ couple. Serious inquiries only call 597-8146 to leave message. a11p FULLY FURNISHED 2 BDRM. house for rent at 615 Mackenzie Ave. Avail. May 1. $750/mth. includes heat & hydro. Non-smoker, no pets. First & last months rent and references required. Call 929-2245. m2c 2 + 1 BEDROOM HOUSE FOR rent. Gas fireplace in rec room. $500/mth. plus utilities. First, last and references required. Available April 3rd. Call 807-274-1770. a11c THREE_BEDROOM HOUSE for rent, 7 Starr St. Fully furnished, freshly painted, immaculately clean. Available immediately. $750/mo. plus utilities. 597-7907 or -7922 a25p FOR SALE OR RENT: 3 BDRM. house. 87 Maple Cres. Rent $500/mth. plus utilities, includes fridge & stove, central air. For sale for $55,000. Price negotiable. Call 597-2457. a11p
Auction
CONSIGNMENT AUCTION MAY 7. Get rid of the items you have laying around & turn them into cash. Call Lanny at Cross Auction Sales, 9292245 or 598-0004. a25c
SEWING CLASSES CONTINUE AT
FASHION FABRICS Wednesday, April 13th at 7 p.m. - Youth Book Bags
Phone 597-6659
HABINSKI: In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, Emma, who passed away April 12, 1986. We thought of you today But that is nothing new, We thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. Our hearts still ache in sadness, And secret tears still flow, What it meant to lose you, No one will ever know. We think of you in silence We often speak your name, All we have are memories And a picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake From which we'll never part, God has you in his arms We have you in our hearts Forever loved and always remembered, by Julian, Janice & Jake, Richard & Terry, and grandchildren
HOME WANTED FOR wonderful dog: 3 year-old male (neutered) border collie/retriever. Shots current. Call 597-3307. a25p WHIMSEY’S NAIL SALON HAS MOVED. New location is at 506 Mackenzie Ave. West (rear building) to allow for after 5 pm appointments. Walk-in service will no longer be available. Please phone 597-2727 to book an appointment. a25c TWO CHILD CARE SPOTS available. Full-time, Monday to Friday. Call 597-4294. a25p
I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who prayed, called, emailed, sent cards, flowers, donations, food, visited and attended the prayers and funeral service for my mother, Lucy Urbanowicz. I am truly sorry for those who did not know she passed away or couldn't attend the service. I also want to thank Dr. Fotheringham, Dr. Campanaro, the staff and nurses at Atikokan General Hospital who took great care of my mom during her hospital stay. Very special thanks to my husband Mark, my children Bradley and Kade, my brother Bill for helping me with my mom and dad, but mostly for being there for me. To Tammy Stamler and Debbie Wasylenki, great friends when I needed someone to talk to or a shoulder to cry on. To Jessica Roy and Cheryl Alexiuk for the beautiful gifts that I will cherish forever. To Donna and Ron Hobbs for the food and beautiful preparing of my home for after the prayers, and mostly for being there when I needed someone. To Rod and Mike Blahy for complimentary rooms at Quetico Inn. My mom loved going to CWL ladies luncheons, more for socializing than for the lunch, and I felt privileged to have attended the last one she went to. To Helen Steele, thanks for being a dear friend; she truly loved your outings together, just walking the stores, going for coffee, going to church, but mostly going to the White Otter Inn and sharing a dinner of liver and onions. I know most of you will miss her as we will, especially those driving by her home, seeing her sitting outside waving to everyone who waved to her. Thanks to everyone who knew my mom, as she loved everyone, and a very special thank you to all who shared stories, thoughts and kind words about her with me. My mom was a very special, beautiful lady, with a big heart, who was always smiling and would help anyone who needed anything. We are eternally grateful to each of you. It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone For part of us went with you The day God called you home. Love, Natalie and family
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Call our 1-800 number for Atikokan dates. Fort Frances 1-800-370-6336
Fax Line 1-807-274-8329
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Dr. Thomas R. Cousineau
Quetico Inn Motel 310 Mackenzie Ave.
OPTOMETRIST 808 Scott St.
WE OFFER:
Phone (807) 274-8551
• Take-Out Pizza • Movie Rentals • Propane Exchange
Ph. 597-2766 or 597-2188
Fort Frances, Ontario
for your appointment.
HOUSE FOR SALE OR RENT Partly furnished, or unfurnished; stove, washer and dryer included in rental. $350 per month, plus heat, hydro and water. 141 Mercury; call Garry Ogier, 597-4466 a25p
TO LIVE WELL WITH DIABETES ... It is important to keep blood glucose levels well controlled. Diabetes education can help
For an appt. call 597-4215, ext. 352.
Land Surveyors Land Information Services Digital Mapping Municipal Planning
Lorelei L. Locker
OPTOMETRIST 314 Scott Street Fort Frances
HENRIETTE J. VERHOEF O.L.S., C.L.S. FORT FRANCES, ONTARIO
Ph. 274-0510
408 Scott Street, P.O. Box 447, P9A 3M8
TELEPHONE (807) 274-4504 FAX (807) 274-4253
REMEMBER THE FOOD BANK Dr. Rodney Puumala
Foot, knee or hip problems? DIGITAL FOOT ANALYSIS SYSTEM, CUSTOM ORTHOTICS & FOOTWEAR Available with or without prescription. Covered by most insurance plans.
FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL 597-6779.
Food and cash donations accepted at Atikokan Foodland FOOD BANK TOP TEN Canned Meats - Canned Fruit & Vegetables - Pasta & Rice 100% Fruit Juices - Canned Baked Beans & Soups - Peanut Butter Canned & Powdered Milk - All Purpose Flour - Baby Food
123 Marks Street (Downstairs, Atikokan Medical Clinic)
Twyla From page 4 Another strange bit of information I learned on site: certain types of millipedes, when feeling threatened, can project venom a number of inches. I’m not sure what exact types have this self-defense mechanism, that would take further research off site, but one thing is for sure: It’s a good idea not to tick off a millipede, just in case. Twyla Carolan is a kinesiologist, writer, masseur, and physiotherapy student. Contact her and read her articles at calmmind painfreebody@yahoo.com.
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Formerly W.J. Bowman Ltd.
Town of Atikokan
MUNICIPAL UPDATE Water bills The second quarter water and sewer bills were mailed April 8. The due date is April 29, 2011. ••••••••••••••
Museum Closed The Museum will be closed Thursday and Friday this week (April 14-15), next Monday, April 18, and on Good Friday (April 22) and Easter Monday, April 25 ••••••••••••••
Employment Opportunity Museum Assistant Individuals with an interest in cultural heritage are invited to apply for the position of Museum Assistant. Duties include: Office administration, care and organization of archives and artifacts, visitor reception, exhibit preparation. A complete job description is available on request at the Museum or Town Hall. Applicants must have grade 12 and good computer skills. This is a six-month or parttime term position equal to 910 hours over 6-10 months. This position is offered pending funding. Submit applications with resume in writing to Catherine Reilly 807-597-6585 reilly.ac museum@bellnet.ca Box 849 Atikokan Ontario POT 1C0 Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 20, 5 pm local time. ••••••••••••••
Community Lead Testing Program In 2007, the Ministry of Environment introduced new lead testing regulations under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002. Under this program, water samples are collected during the periods from December 15 to April 15 (winter) and June 15 to October 15 (summer). The process involves a licensed Town of Atikokan operator visiting your home to collect a sample of water from your cold water kitchen tap for analysis. The process usually takes about one hour. The tests determine whether or not lead exists in the water. The results will be shared with you within seven days; as well, the information will be forwarded to the Northwestern Health Unit and the Ministry of Environment. If you would like to
Students must have good computer skills using the Internet for research. Must have been a full time student in 2010-2011 and intend to return to school on a fulltime basis in the next academic •••••••••••••• year. Your Opinion Please! Pending funding from Young An information display about C a n a d a Wo r k s / C a n a d i a n the Atikokan Generating Station Museum Association Biomass Repowering Project has • Collections Assistant. 7 weeks, been set up in the Atikokan muni- starting June 27. cipal office. Your comments about This position will include the repowering from coal to wood- theatrical heritage interpretation, based biomass fuel are very important assisting the Curator with the to the project and are appreciated. development of exhibits and Please stop in to review the infor- cataloguing of artifacts. mation display (there is a similar Excellent organizational and display at the Voyageur Mall) and to computer skills required. Must submit a comment form. Thank you have been a full time student in in advance for your participation in 2010-2011 and intend to return to this important initiative. school on a full-time basis in the •••••••••••••• next academic year. Summer Student Jobs - Museum Pending funding from Ontario’s • Museum Exhibit Development Assistant. 15 weeks; start May 16 Summer Experience Program This position will include an • Heritage Assistant. 8 weeks, interesting range of duties including starting July 4. This position will include theatrical heritage interpretation, heritage research and writing, assisting with the maintenance of preparation of exhibits and visitor exhibits and displays. Duties will reception. Excellent communication include painting, moving of displays, light carpentry, and assistand writing skills required. ing with the heritage garden. Exercising for Must have been a full time student in 2010-2011 and intend Seniors at the to return to school on a full-time Pioneer Centre basis in the next academic year. ••••• Priority will be given to hiring Every Monday, students who are of Aboriginal Wednesday & Friday heritage OR who have an at 9 am identified learning disability. Pending funding from Canada Summer Jobs. Please submit resume and cover letter by Tuesday, April 26 to: Centennial Museum, Box 849, Atikokan, ON P0T 1C0 or by email. For a complete job description contact: Catherine Reilly, cura-tor 597-6585, reilly. acmuseum@bellnet.ca participate in this free program, please contact Peter Burbeck at 5971234 ext 230 to ensure your home qualifies for free lead testing and to schedule an appointment to conduct the sampling.
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Council: Special meeting Council will hold a special meeting Monday, April 11, 4 pm, to meet with a delegation from Osisko Hammond Reef Gold (agenda: project update and discussion). The regular (televised) session will follow, beginning at 5 pm. Council meets Monday, April 18 in committee-of-thewhole at 5 pm. ••••••••••••••
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Atikokan Community Fellowship 410 Front St. Fellowship Sunday 10 am. Bible study: Monday, 1 pm at church, and Thursday, 7 pm, at 54 Maple Cres. (Contact: Marilyn 597-6469). Free community supper April 17, 4-6 pm. (Contacts: Deb, 597-4297, Shawndra, 597-5175.) Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Sacrament meetings Sunday at 10 am. Gospel lessons convene after sacrament services at the LDS chapel, 108 Cedar Cres. Church of the Good Shepherd (Anglican Church of Canada) HolyEucharist Sunday, 10:30 am. Holy Week services: Palm Sunday (Apr. 17) 10:30 am, with the distribution of palms. April 18 - 20 7 pm service. Maundy Thursday, stripping of the altar 7 pm. Good Friday, time to be determined. Vestry meets Wednesday, April 20, after the service. Christian Ladies Luncheon Thursday, April 21,
Church Directory noon, Legion. ECW Birthday party Thursday, April 28, 1:30 pm. Contacts: Rev. Ruth Ivall (597-2623), Don Barry (597-6706), Bruce James (597-2532). Faith Lutheran Church Sunday Worship Service and Sunday School 10:30 am. Tuesday: Food Bank open 2-4 pm; Confirmation class 4:30 pm; Lenten Service 7 pm. Wednesday: Brown Bag Bible Study 12:15 pm; Council meets 6:30 pm; Book club meets 7 pm. Can’t get to church? Listen to The Lutheran Hour on 1240 AM CFOB, 9:30 am Sunday. This week: Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus ‘Special Secret Sins’. Jesus knew the secret sin you try so hard to keep hidden. He carried it to the cross and left it there. (Isaiah 53:4) Contact Pastor Keith Blom at 597-4225.
First Baptist Church Sunday Services: 11 am. Sunday School, for all ages, 10 am. Children’s Club Tuesdays, 6 pm (ages 4-11). Contacts: George 597-1237, Glen 597-2077 Full Gospel Assembly 135 Maple Cres. Services Sunday at 11 am and Wednesday at 7 pm. Afriocan traveler Mark Davy returns, Thursday, April 14 and Friday the 15th, 7 pm. Contacts Pastor Mikael or Valerie at 597-8760. Riverview United Church All are welcome to worship with us. Sunday Service and Sunday School 10:30 am. UCW Ham Supper, April 17. UCW meets May 2, 7 pm. Contact: Heather Tuesday or Thursdays, 9 am - noon, at 597-6004. St. Patrick’s RC Church Mass schedule: Saturdays 4 pm, Sundays 10 am. CWL meets April 5, 7 pm. Father Elvis Odoeghbulem. Contacts: Rick Geurts 597-6814, Frank Quinn 597-6363.