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On June 26 Mary DuQuesnay will retire after over 21 years as President and CEO of St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation, and after a total of over 40 years with St. Joseph’s Health Centre, where she began in 1973 as the Director of Volunteer Services. supplied photo “I really couldn’t ask for a better job. I never dreamt when I began, that I would work here all this time,” says DuQuesnay. “There has always been such a family atmosphere at St. Joe’s. Working here felt like when you are making a great friend. When I began, the Sisters were still on site and the caring and the mission was so alive with them that it couldn’t help but rub off on you.” When asked how things have changed over the 40 years, Mary reflects. “We were young and full of enthusiasm. Back then it was a more
relaxed environment; there weren’t as many rules and regulations as there are today.” She recalls a time when the centre didn’t have a wheelchair accessible bus, so they hired a city bus and removed every other seat and the cash box, then physically lifted the resident and the wheelchair on to the bus. “We attended a variety of events such as ballgames in Toronto and exhibits at the Royal Ontario Museum. We were determined to show the residents more than just the inside of St. Joe’s or at most the City of Guelph. Many of the patients were close to our age. We empathized with them, and while they were our patients, they also became our friends.” In 1973 the average age of admission in what was then known as St Joe’s Home of the Aged was 65. Today the average age of admission in the complex care and long-term care unit is 85.
With the changes to health care, many patients that were once considered acute care patients now are residents in long-term care. “People are much older and more frail, with more complex medical issues when they come to St. Joe’s,“ says DuQuesnay. “More medical care is needed now, where before it was more of a home.” Rehabilitation both inpatient and outpatient, Complex Continuing Care Services, Adult Day programs as well as outpatient clinics are also offered to people of all ages in Guelph and Wellington County. “Home care wasn’t given a high priority when I first came to St Joe’s. There are different pressures on the system now with the aging population and with seniors now being a growing segment of the population.” As a leading-edge facility, the staff members at St. Joe’s have always been forward thinking. In 1975, Mary, together with an Occupational Therapist and the Recreational Services Department, along with some members of the community, were responsible for the first accessibility study for Guelph; and from that Guelph Services for Persons with Disabilities was created. “The timing was right,” said DuQuesnay. “There had never been a study on how accessible Guelph was for people with disabilities. We applied for and received a Trillium Grant, brought in students to help and literally created an office space for them. We wrote the study from scratch and it had a real impact. Huge changes came out of that study–it created an awareness of what true accessibility is.” In the late 1980’s there was talk of a capital campaign to raise funds for an acute care facility–while the project didn’t take place, the foundation office was created and in 1994 became registered as St Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation, with Mary DuQuesnay as the President and CEO. Today many of the original staff members are still there. Mary has seen many changes to the
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building itself through the years, including the opening of 96 new long-term care beds in 2011, the addition of 80 units of affordable housing for seniors in 2012, and the new hospital and long term care centre in 2002 that had been in the talks since 1973 when she began. Over the years, the Foundation office has created some very popular and longstanding fundraising events in the community. The Festival of Trees has run for 23 years, an event that actually began before the Foundation was official. What started with eight Christmas trees has grown into a spectacular sight at the River Run Centre with 53 trees ranging from four feet to eleven feet in height; all decorated in various themes, as tree designers engage in some healthy competition to have the most outstanding tree. This year marks the 18th anniversary for Taste of Guelph–the annual garden party where over 600 participants enjoy samples from more than 50 of the area’s finest restaurants, vintners and brewers. Over the years the event has raised over $800,000, which has been shared between The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital and St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation Guelph. In 2015 St. Joe’s has taken over the event on their own and many sponsors have already committed to the event, plus 85% of the restaurants, wineries and breweries are booked for the garden party of the year. “Fundraising is always challenging,” says DuQuesnay. “We have tried to evolve and stay on top of the latest trends, such as reaching different audiences through the creation of a website and then from there through various forms of social media, while still communicating with our donors through the tradition ways such as direct mail.” “There are more charities now than there used to be and all are great causes–but it means there are more places for donors to give their money. With 97,000 charities across Canada, donors are more sophisticated –contd on pg 4
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Located at 61 Victoria Road South, Probuy Safety Solutions specializes in workplace safety training, and carries an extensive line of industrial and construction safety equipment and products. Celebrating a 20th anniversary, owner Kevin Gortmaker opened the business in 1995 after transitioning from owning a body shop supply store. The 2000 square foot retail space provides products to protect every part of your body in every work environment. From hard hats, gloves, and safety glasses, to traffic vests, and respirators, Probuy offers the products needed by both small businesses and large facilities. Customers range from construction companies, manufacturing facilities, food processing plants, to dentists. Probuy also offers training courses by some of Ontario’s top trainers, including expert trainers from Cobalt Safety and ResQTech. In-house training is offered in Probuy’s 1000 square foot training facility, and on-site training is also available. Certificate courses include forklift training, chainsaw and propane training, scissor lift and overhead crane operation, plus first aid and CPR, and respirator fit testing. Training is offered in the new fall protection course, working at heights, and confined space training, as well as WHMIS, supervisor due diligence, and workplace awareness and workplace violence and harassment. Probuy is open Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Employers interested in training courses can visit www.probuysafetytraining.com.
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Summer weather wellness Local Wellington Catholic student is top graphic Here’s hoping for some warm summer weather where activities including food and fun can be enjoyed. There are tips to keep in mind when sharing meals, snacks and other outdoor activities. Remember to wash your hands with warm water and soap before and after handling your food to help prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses. Food containers, utensils or work surfaces where you will be preparing food outdoors also need to be kept clean so that food doesn’t become contaminated. Bacteria grows quickly in warm temperatures so if you can’t keep cold foods cold, or hot foods hot, you should avoid bringing these foods to your outings. It’s easy to become dehydrated in hot weather so remember to have water on hand. Fruits and vegetables with high water content contribute to keeping you hydrated and cool. Some high water content foods include: watermelon, grapefruit, avocado, cucumbers, cantaloupe, strawberries, and celery. Watch for signs of dehydration like dizziness, dry mouth, or dark urine. If you notice these signs in yourself or others, drink water and get out of the sun or heat. Prevent sunburn by applying and re-applying sunscreen as directed, even if it is “water-proof”. Be sure the SPF protects against both UVA and UVB rays and don’t forget hats, sunglasses and lip balm. There are plenty of summer safety tips but if you remember to hand-wash frequently, prepare and store foods safely, hydrate and protect with sunscreen, you are off to a great start in summer wellness. Anna Bartolomucci RN/OHN, Ontario Occupational Health Manager, Wellpoint Health Ltd., 519-837-3896 Ext. 17, abartolomucci@wellpoint.ca
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“The National Skills Competition is a pinnacle event of the year,” said Chuck Temple, teacher advisor from Bishop Macdonell, to local student Tom Beke. “This is the event that allows topranked students from every corner of the country to really show their stuff. They are all vying to be number one.” This year the 21st Skills Canada National Competition was held in Saskatoon. Students participated in challenges representing almost every skilled trade within the transportation, manufacturing, construction, service and technology sectors. Graphic Design is in the Technology sector, and it’s the one Beke has worked to master. To get a chance at competing at the National level, a student is tested numerous times–first, at a Regional competition. Last year, as a grade eleven student, the Bishop Macdonell Catholic Secondary School student competed in the annual Wellington Regional Graphic competition held at M&T Printing in Guelph. He won. He proceeded to the Ontario Skills competition held at RIM Park in Waterloo last May and won that as well. Not only did he win it, he was rewarded for placing as the number one student in the Technology division. That win secured him a place on the Ontario Team where he proceeded to the National competition winning bronze and a third place finish in Canada last May. That brings us to 2015. Beke, now a grade twelve student had his heart set on gold. Temple advised him that it wouldn’t be easy.“While I was confident in his skill, these competitions are extremely difficult. Minor point deviations can be the difference between making it or not making it.” And that’s what makes the story truly remarkable. Again this year Beke won the M&T Regional Graphics competition and went on to again win
the Ontario Skills Competition–placing again as the number one student in the technology sector and winning his seat on Team Ontario. Moving on to the National Skills Competition, he and fifteen other students–both secondary and post-secondary were challenged. On day one a sixhour project requiring designers to develop a complex donation package, display board and brochure was the task. On day two, a Jazz Festival poster, musician promotion cards and shirt design were required. Every student worked to showcase their ability and from the observer’s perspective it looked like any one of them could take home the gold. Encouragement turned into anticipation as the three national judges scrutinized every detail of every student’s work. When it was over the Graphic Design Bronze medal went to Nunavut, Silver to Quebec and the Tom Beke Gold medal for Graphic Design was awarded Tommy Beke of Ontario. The Wellington Catholic District School Board is committed to supporting student success in all of our 21 schools. Our academic and extracurricular programs give our 7800 students the opportunity to learn, lead and serve. Grounded in faith based teaching, our schools are preparing students with the values and academic skills they need to be successful 21st century citizens. For more information contact Tamara Nugent, Director of Education 519.821.4640 x214 , tnugent@wellingtoncdsb.ca. supplied photo
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Stone Road Mall celebrates 40th anniversary On April 22, 1995, at the celebration of Stone Road Mall’s 20th anniversary, a time capsule was placed in the floor of the mall’s common area. This April the time capsule was unearthed, in celebration of 40 years. The capsule included newspapers from the 1970’s all the way to the 1990’s, with an article listing the Guelph babies born in 1979, and a 1994 story announcing the first female Chief of Police for Guelph. Attendees could reflect on the changes and growth of the city with an old map of Guelph and photos showing different views of Stone Road in the 1970’s and 80’s. Items were included from the Guelph Public Library, St Joseph’s Health Centre, and the University of Guelph, as well as essays from local school students. In true Guelph fashion, a mini model and information introduced the blue box program and both a hard and soft water sample had survived time still intact. Items representing the bygone times included a two-dollar bill, a cassette tape, a VHS tape of the Lion King and a commercial audio reel from CJOY. “Over the past 40 years Stone Road Mall has grown and evolved, and today boasts 150 stores, which meet a wide range of needs, “said Christina Magee. “We look forward to celebrating our next forty years.”
Building partnerships with the University of Guelph by Heather Grummett
University of Guelph President, Franco Vaccarino, welcomed Daniel Atlin in midMarch as the new vice-president (external). The new position was created to recognize the importance of partnerships between the university and the community. Previously, Atlin was vice-president, strategy and college affairs, at Seneca College. Prior to that he was assistant vice-president, government, institutional and community relations, at the University of Toronto. At U of G, Atlin will oversee the Department of Alumni Affairs and Development, the Department of Communications and Public Affairs, and government and community relations. He will lead development of public and private philanthropic support for the University, and build relationships with key stakeholders. “One of my roles is to oversee business development of the university, to be the single point of entry to external audiences to all the university can offer,” said Atlin. “One thing that has been highlighted is that the university needs to be more responsive, which can be challenging as a educational insti-
tution of our size and the ways with which we are governed. An important step is to ensure we are visible at as many venues as possible. Right now I am beginning by meeting people and building connections.” The university already has many strong partnerships, for example with the Chamber of Commerce and the City of Guelph. On November 12 the University of Guelph will co-host an event with the City of Guelph and Wellington County, The Ontario-European Agri-Food Forum. The market place for food suppliers and agricultural producers is becoming increasingly global. This forum will explore opportunities and implications as they relate to emerging trends, innovation, regulations and export–import strategies and will support collaboration between European and Canadian attendees from the agri-food industry. “The university is embarking on a new strategic plan. We are open to input from within the university as well as from industry and businesses as to how we can be more relevant and continue to thrive,” adds Atlin. Daniel Atlin can be contacted at 519-8244120 x53455 or datlin@uoguelph.ca
20th Annual YMCA-YWCA of Guelph Women of Distinction™ Stone Road Mall recently celebrated their 40th anniversary with the unearthing of a time capsule. Pictured at the event from left to right are former Mayor (1970-1985) Norm Jary, Mayor Cam Guthrie and Stone Road Mall Manager Tony Stapley.
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The 2015 Women of Distinction™ award recipients were announced at the 20th Annual YMCAYWCA of Guelph Women of Distinction™ fundraising gala at the River Run Centre. Recipients were recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to Guelph and Wellington County and their efforts to promote the advancement of women and individuals in our community. The following recipients by category were: Arts & Culture: Rosemary Walton Business & Entrepreneurs: Jennifer Haines Education & Training: Dr. Cara Wehkamp Health, Wellness & Recreation: Jaye Graham Public Sector: Jennifer Waterston Science & Research: Kathryn Preuss Trades & Labour: Lisa Winer Voluntary Community Services: Susan Brown Young Women of Distinction (16-19): Katie Kirkconnell Young Women of Distinction (20-24):
Naythrah Thevathasan Lifetime Achievement Award, Voluntary Community Services: Mary Carlin Lifetime Achievement Award, Science & Research: Teresa Crease The YMCA-YWCA of Guelph Women of Distinction™ event is an annual fundraiser that celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions of women in our community. Money raised will give pregnant and parenting teens, and their families, a chance to participate in the YMCA-YWCA of Guelph Teenage Parents Program, which promotes health, education and job skills within a positive environment, giving young people the skills that lead to better life decisions. The YMCA-YWCA of Guelph is a community benefit organization, open to everyone. Starting with a focus on healthy child, youth and young adult development, we excel in delivering lifelong opportunities for health and personal growth.
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