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Members of the EV Pioneers, above, a high school team in Ottawa competing in this year’s University of Ottawa Electric Vehicle Challenge. The students come from across the region, including Beckwith, Carleton Place and Stittsville. the University of Waterloo Electric Vehicle Challenge for the first time in spring 2018, will be racing against teams from throughout Ontario. Being a first-year team, they are the underdogs of the challenge, facing teams that have competed in the challenge for the over-14 years. It’s a daunting challenge, but they are using the pressure to fuel them. “We have a group of students willing to give seven-plus hours a week, on top on their studies, to make this happen,” explained Isaac MacEvoy, computer-aided design (CAD) sub-team member. “We’ve had former race winners in to help us out. We really want to win this race. There are a lot of sponsors and mentors who have put their confidence in this team, and Lord willing, we are going to win it.” The team includes a CAD sub-
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Champions for Kids benefits from generosity of improv society The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) Champions for Kids Foundation (C4K) received more great news Dec. 22, with a donation of $1,000 from the Uppity Improv Society. C4K executive members director of education Stephen Sliwa, secretary Lisa Workman, member at large Diana Kingston and director of communications Cindy Peters, were joined by a cast of characters from the comedy group for the cheque presentation. Laura Oliver, who is the director of marketing and community outreach for the C4K Foundation, was also on hand as a member of the improv team. The funds will be used to support UCDSB families in allowing their children to participate in sports, arts and other fun activities outside of school hours, as well as unique needs like covering minor medical expenses (i.e. eyeglasses), providing gas cards to parents with a child in the hospital, or purchasing a winter coat for a child who needs warmth.
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The Upper Canada District School Board’s (UCDSB) Champions for Kids Foundation (C4K) recently received $1,000 in support from the Uppity Improv Society. Above, front row, from left: C4K secretary, Lisa Workman; UCDSB director of communications, Cindy Peters; UCDSB director of education, Stephen Sliwa; C4K Foundation director of marketing and community outreach, Laura Oliver; and C4K member at large, Diana Kingston, accept the donation from improv society members. “We are thrilled to receive a donation from this fantastic group,” noted C4K president David Morrison. “The Oliver family are dedicated supporters of the foundation, and we are grateful for the generosity and thoughtfulness of them and their team in providing
this donation today.” The community theatre group was founded in February of 2014, and has raised funds for numerous charitable organizations in the area since then. Submitted by the Upper Canada District School Board
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The need for electric vehicle technology is growing exponentially as the importance for reducing greenhouse gas emissions is increasingly legislated. The obvious solution to this global problem is electric vehicles. Electric vehicles (EVs) are more energy efficient, use green sourced fuels for charging, emit no pollutants into the air and are quieter. The next generation of engineers and mechanics need to be able to have an understanding of EVs, and that’s where the Waterloo Electric Vehicle Challenge comes in. The EV Challenge tasks teams of high school students with designing and building all-electric vehicles that are tested in an annual endurance competition. Teams participate in two races, plus an engineering design competition. This challenge gives students an amazing opportunity to develop skills in engineering, automotive, communication, organization, networking, selling, marketing and teamwork. The EV Pioneers is the only high school team in Ottawa competing in this year’s University of Waterloo EV Challenge. They are an earnest group of high school students from Carleton Place, Franktown, Stittsville, Beckwith and Ottawa that hope for a cleaner, safer and fresher future. The team has students from Grade 9 to 12 with diverse skills sets and strengths, from Arduino experts, robotics champions and computer programmers to bike mechanics and small engine enthusiasts. These students are coming together to channel their passions into this year’s race. The EV Pioneers, competing at
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Toy, collectible show and sale benefits United Way Jan. 27 in Almonte United Way Lanark County is once again hosting its annual Toy & Collectible Show & Sale at the Almonte Civitan Hall on Saturday, Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proudly sponsored by Topps Environmental Solutions, this event is not one to miss. More than 30 vendors and exhibitors will be on hand with die cast and tin toys, cars, tractors, trucks and trains, dolls and bears, ship models, comic books, action figures, electronic game cartridges, and so much more. There truly is something for the whole family. Admission is $5 at the door, with children under 12 free. Want to have early access to find the best deals? Come for 9 a.m. and pay $10 for this advantage! Funds raised from the show will fund programs that fall under our All That Kids Can Be focus area, which helps children and youth reach their full potential. Last year’s event drew in more than 300 people from all over eastern Ontario. Once again, a mix of new vendors and exhibitors and some returning from last year will be on hand to showcase their collections and new items for sale. Mark the date in your calendars
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Explore the sweet side of maple syrup production at Maple Weekend this April The Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association (OMSPA) invites visitors to come celebrate the sweetness of the season by visiting a participating maple syrup producer during the fourth annual Maple Weekend, April 7 and 8. This free, two-day, family-friendly event is the perfect way for visitors to take part in a weekend activity celebrating Ontario’s maple syrup industry. Maple Weekend was launched by the Lanark & District Maple Syrup Producers’ Association as a pilot project in 2015, and has since evolved into a muchanticipated weekend activity for families and individuals looking to experience the best of Ontario’s maple syrup production. In 2017, Maple Weekend was nominated for Ontario Tourism Event of the Year, and drew more than 10,000 visitors to maple sugar bushes across the province. “In 2017, Maple Weekend expanded into a provincewide event, and this year we’re pleased to be able to once again introduce the event as a fun family outing celebrating Ontario’s sweetest farm product: maple syrup,” explained Leann Thompson, chair of the OMSPA Maple Weekend working group. The annual trip to a local sugar bush is something of a Canadian tradition, and the abundance of sugar maple trees in Ontario makes the province the perfect place to celebrate the syrup season with two full days of fun and activities. During Maple Weekend, participating
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The Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association are preparing for the fourth annual Maple Weekend. It was established by the Lanark & District Maple Syrup Producers’ Association back in 2015 and provides visitors with an opportunity to tour maple syrup bushes across the province. maple syrup producers demonstrate how maple syrup is made, from tree to table, while inviting visitors to experience the centuries-old craft of maple sugaring. Thompson explained that whether it’s boiling sap in a cauldron over an open fire, or processing it through high-tech RO systems and modern fuelefficient evaporators, visitors to Maple Weekend will find the results as sweet as ever.
“Spring in Ontario wouldn’t be complete without that first visit to a maple sugar bush for some sweet, sticky taffy and the chance to pick up a litre or two of freshly made maple syrup,” Thompson said. “Visitors to Maple Weekend love seeing first-hand how maple syrup is made, while taking advantage of the specials each producer has to offer.” A list of participating Maple Weekend maple syrup producers is available on the Maple Weekend website, along
with further details about specials and activities for visitors. To date, more than 70 producers have registered to participate in the 2018 event. Visitors are invited to visit the Maple Weekend website at www.mapleweekend.ca to see what producers have in store for this favourite springtime event. In Lanark and district, participating sugar bushes include Coutts Country Flavours (Perth); Oliver’s Mapleworks (Perth); Wheeler’s Pancake House and Sugarcamp (McDonalds Corners); Stead’s Maple Syrup (Lanark); Temple’s Sugarbush (Lanark); Springdale Maple Farm (Clayton); Thompsontown Maple Products (Clayton); Fairbairn Maple (Almonte); Fortune Farms (Almonte); Fulton’s Pancake House and Sugar Bush (Pakenham); George & Darlene Conboy & Sons Maple Syrup (Sharbot Lake); Gibbons Family Farm Maple Sugar House & Museum (Frankville); and Leggett’s Sugarbush (Crosby). As the official voice of sugar makers in the province, OMSPA represents more than 600 maple syrup producers from across the province, who are committed to producing a high quality product for consumers to enjoy. Members are involved with a wide range of activities organized at the provincial level or through one of the 11 local chapters located across the maple producing areas of Ontario. Submitted by the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association
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Opposition leader Andrew Scheer visits Brockville Jan. 20 Members of the public are invited to meet Official Opposition Leader Andrew Scheer when he visits Brockville Saturday, Jan. 20. Scheer will hold an informal “meet and greet” at the Brockville Convention Center from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “The event is free to the public,” explains Leeds-GrenvilleThousand Islands and Rideau
Lakes Conservative Association president Michael Barrett. “We just ask the people preregister so we can make appropriate arrangements.” Pre-registration can be accomplished on Facebook at www. facebook.com/LGTIRLConservatives/ or by email at ScheerEvent@gmail.com. The member of Parliament for
the riding of Regina — Qu'Appelle in the House of Commons since 2004, Scheer was Speaker of the House of Commons from 20112015 and was elected leader of the Official Opposition in the spring of 2017. Joining him will be Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes member of Parliament Gord Brown. “I am pleased that our leader
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Public’s assistance sought in break and enter and Blakeney residence Lanark County OPP are seeking assistance from the public to identify the person or persons responsible for a break, enter and theft at a residence in the hamlet of Blakeney in the Municipality of Mississippi Mills. OPP say the break-in occurred sometime on Tuesday, Jan. 2 or Wednesday, Jan. 3. An unknown person(s) entered the residence and stole a number of items including, but not limited to, alcohol, a crossbow and a theft of metal from a business firearm. on Industrial Avenue in Carleton Place. Sometime between Metal stolen from Carleton Saturday, Dec. 16 and SaturPlace business day, Dec. 23, unknown persons OPP are also looking for went to the business property help from the public to identify involved and stole several piecthe persons responsible for the es of metal.
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Singer-songwriter Pat Moore plays Lanark County Interval House fundraiser Jan. 28 Happy New Year! I hope you’ve made a new year’s resolution to be good to yourself and get out to support more local live entertainment in 2018. We are blessed with so much local talent as well as visiting entertainers who stop by, allowing us to benefit from their artistic gifts. By attending any Listening Room Series show, you’re not only hearing top level talent but you’re also helping local charities as some of the profits of each show go to a different one, each month. This month’s beneficiary will be Lanark County Interval House, a dedicated, valued support, providing safe shelter for women and children in need. One of your upcoming opportunities is Sunday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. when the velvet voiced singer-songwriter, Pat Moore, brings her original music to the Listening Room Series held at the Perth Tea Room (Perth Restaurant). Creator and producer of both the Ottawa Opry, an annual fundraiser for Amnesty International and Christmas Goose, an annual fundraiser for Ottawa Food Bank, Moore’s big heart is music driven and her community obviously benefits from the tireless work she dedicates. Moore has one of those voices that defies categorizing but catches and keeps your ears. You’ll hear how her velvet voice has satisfied listeners via many genres, whether country, blue-
grass, folk or jazz with most people continually looking for more. A veteran, playing for years in the bluegrass band, Maple Hill, as well as her own band, Vinyl Frontier, she hosts Bluegrass Mondays at Pressed Cafe in Ottawa as well as hosting a weekly radio show on Saturday mornings on CKCU. If that didn’t keep her busy enough she also makes beautiful jewelry. She’ll be ably backed by her sidekick, Nick Gauthier and his various stringed implements. We’re so thrilled she’s heading our way for such a great cause. Dinner reservations can be made by calling the Perth Tea Room at 613-2673170 or for show only tickets, call Sue at 613-267-7902 to arrange payment. I look forward to seeing you there enjoying such wonderful talent, all the while, supporting a good cause. Upcoming events • Saturday, Jan 13: Shawn Mccullough and Wade Foster at the Sharbot Lake Country Inn. These are two wonderful players definitely worth lis-
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Roll 'em! Studio Theatre takes Perth audiences to the movies First-run movies are now appearing at a theatre near you. Very near you. Thanks to a sophisticated new projection system and a large nineby-16-foot screen, Perth’s Studio Theatre is now able to bring the latest Hollywood movies right here to town. It’s an exciting new feature of the theatre, which is known primarily as a venue for live plays and concerts. Laurie Reesor, viceprincipal of Notre Dame Catholic High School and a talented local actor, has spearheaded the effort to bring Hollywood to Perth. “We started having movie nights at the Studio Theatre last fall and people really enjoyed them,” she says. “I mean, what’s not to love? A great movie, comfortable seats, and no
more long, cold drive into Ottawa to pay movieplex prices. We even have popcorn.” Reesor says she’s always on the lookout for recent Hollywood movies to bring to the Studio Theatre. “When we get access to hot movies, I jump on them. Last year, we featured the award-winning films Manchester By the Sea and Hidden Figures.” Ticket prices are just $10 for adults and $8 for kids, another good reason to enjoy a movie here in Perth rather than making the expensive trek into Ottawa. Although movies need to be scheduled around the theatre’s other activities, Reesor expects to be able to hold a number of movie nights throughout the year.
Two alleged impaired drivers charged during holiday season in Carleton Place The Lanark County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to 202 calls for service over the Christmas holiday season from Monday, Dec. 25 to Jan. 1. These included 41 motor vehicle collisions: 11 involved deer, four were in parking lots and 13 vehicles were reported in the ditch. Police also charged two people with impaired driving charges. Christopher Bergeron, 50, of Carleton Place, was charged on Dec. 26 when police were called to a collision on Park Avenue at 11:50 p.m. that evening in Carleton Place. Bergeron, who was the driver of the Saturn, was charged with one count of driving a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol and one count of driving with more than 80 mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood, both contrary to the Criminal
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“The theatre’s stage obviously has to be available for play rehearsals, performances and concerts,” she says. “But, that still leaves a number of nights available for movies. The easiest way to check on upcoming movies and dates is by visiting studiotheatreperth.
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Yes siree, it’s here to stay,” Father said at breakfast, forking in his fried potatoes and salt pork. He had already completely banked the old log house with snow, and packed it with the shovel so that it would stay where he put it. With no foundation, we needed all the help we could get to keep the cold drafts of winter outside. The barns were snug, kept warm by the livestock and with boards on hinges over the windows, so they could be opened for milking and feeding the livestock, and otherwise kept closed. Logs were rolled against the big doors when they closed as well. Mother said the barns were warmer than the house, which Father said was
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pure nonsense. The big watering trough, which sat in the middle of the barnyard, but close to the pump had been drained of its water, and was now full of snow. There would be no watering of the livestock from there until the winter was over. Being a Saturday, I was home from school, and Father knew how I loved to be with him when he was doing farm chores, and after breakfast, he told me to get my clothes on, and to dress warmly because we’d be outside for a spell. After I was dressed, Mother wrapped a scarf around my face, and I was covered from head to toe, with only a slit left open for my eyes. Father went to the drive shed
where I knew Father was head- fields. In the summer, in most back of our farm. But in the ing. We got to the creek, which places, it was just a trickle and See MARY page 9 cut through one of our lower easy to get across to reach the
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and got an axe, picking one carefully from the several leaning against the wall. He nodded in the general direction of the west hill, and leading the way, he broke track down into the gully, and I carefully put one foot after another where he had first stepped. It was hard plodding ... the snow up to Father’s knees, and I silently wondered why we hadn’t taken the toboggan and simply got on and slid down to the creek. This is
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winter the creek served as a watering hole for our livestock, and that was the reason Father and I were at its edge. Father scraped the snow off a spot touching the shoreline, and wielding the axe, he soon had a hole deep in the ice. I could see the water, barely moving, and the hole big enough that at least two cows could drink from it at the same time. I knew too the horses would take turns, one at a time when they went to the hole to drink, having seen them the winter before. The hole in the creek, made to Father’s satisfaction, would replace the watering tank in the yard until it once again could be filled by the pump and not freeze up into a solid mass, no good for anything. At first, every day, the livestock was taken down the hill
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at the back of the barns to the hole in the creek for their daily watering. Soon they needed no direction, knowing exactly what to do when let out. They knew what their mission was, and I would marvel how quickly they learned to go on their own, drink from the creek, and head back up to the barnyard. My brothers said the cows were the dumbest animals on the farm, but I thought they were pretty clever to learn so quickly where they could go on their own for water. And again I would marvel at how problems were solved in those Depression years. Imagine — a watering hole replacing the water tank! And the stone boat put to use when it was impossible to use the wagon or the sleigh because of thick bush or deep snow. An ice house to keep our food from spoiling when there was no electricity;
stores willing to trade chickens and eggs for needed supplies; clothes handed down from one sibling to another and Father putting the same patches on galoshes that were used on the inner tubes of the old Model T Ford to get another year out of our footwear. When I thought about it all, I worried less about the lean times called the Depression. I knew there would always be a way for us to survive, one day to the next. There might be no money for anything but the bare essentials, but we would live out those years through hard work, and putting to good use what we already had on the farm. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for ebook purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.
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Women entrepreneurs tackle chocolate and gin in Perth Jan. 15 Do you ever wonder what it takes to become a successful businesswoman? What better way to warm up a cold January evening than to learn how two enterprising women have brought spirits and artisanal chocolate to the small town of Perth. On Monday, Jan. 15, hear how Heather McKeen of Perth Chocolate Works and Hanna Murphy of Top Shelf Distillers got to where they are today.
McKeen, proprietor of Perth Chocolate Works, can be found either behind the counter of her bright and cheerful premises in Code’s Mill or in the workshop behind, creating gourmet handcrafted chocolates to savour along with fine coffee and pastries. She attended the University of Ottawa, where she earned a degree in business management, but continued to take courses in chocolate-making, providing her with a
diverse knowledge base in both the business and creative side of running a specialty chocolate store. The Perth community has been very welcoming, she says, and is supportive of local business. And who can resist the smell of coffee and the lure of chocolate? A different kind of artisanal treat was brought back to Perth recently by Murphy, a “hometown gal” who co-founded and now manages a successful craft distillery business here. She joined forces with serial
entrepreneur John Criswick from Ottawa as an investor/director and voilà — Top Shelf was born. As distillers of high-quality gin, vodka, moonshine and whisky spirits, the company celebrates Perth’s rich history as one of the first distilling towns in Canada, using locally-sourced ingredients such as corn and maple syrup. Most fittingly, Top Shelf Distillers opened its doors just in time for the town’s 200th anniversary celebrations — 100 years after whisky was last pro-
duced in Perth. The Top Shelf team will tell us more about this exciting venture. The Perth and District chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) invites you to join them on Monday, Jan. 15 at 6:30 p.m. in the Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith St. E., to learn more about these two young and adventurous women entrepreneurs and their non-traditional career paths. Submitted by the Perth and District CFUW
The Canadian Federation of University Women, Perth and District, sincerely thanks the community for another successful Heritage Perth Christmas House Tour Our Generous Homeowners: Your unique and beautiful homes made it possible to have such a successful tour, raising substantial monies for education in Perth and its surrounding areas. Major Tour Sponsor: Coldwell Banker Settlement Realty Brokerage: House Sponsors: A & B Ford, Carolina Retirement Suites, Décor à la Mode, Decorating by Design, Embers, Finnegan Insurance Brokers, Hay Design, Perth Home Furniture Donors: Arnott Bros; Bank of Montreal, Chiropractic Care and Longevity Centre; Crains’ Construction Limited; DKP Construction; Glen Tay Transportation; Nephin Winter; Tackaberry Sand & Stone; In Memory of Pat Foulkes Submitted photos
The Perth & District chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women’s regular meeting Jan. 15 will focus on local women entrepreneurs, including Heather McKeen of Perth Chocolate Works, above. Below, Hanna Murphy of Top Shelf Distillers will also speak about opening up a craft distillery in Perth.
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Ottawa Senators’ current problems need a quick fix I aim to steer my columns into the realm of general interest as much as possible with a wide variety of subjects covered. Writing two columns in a row about hockey is a departure for me. But on this occasion I’m responding partly to reader feedback while at the same time commenting on something which is currently a hot topic in this region. And that is the state of the National Hockey League’s Ottawa Senators which is not good at present. Senators have been losing steadily in recent months and despite back-toback weekend wins they have fallen so far out of the NHL race that only a prolonged turnaround in form will allow them to qualify for the playoffs. The post-season is obviously the main objective of every hockey team, professional or amateur. The losing this season comes as something of a surprise considering that last season’s version of the Senators, comprised largely of the same lineup they are currently icing, came within an overtime goal of reaching the Stanley Cup final. They lost in double OT in the seventh and deciding game of their very competitive league semifinal against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The fact Pens went on to lift Lord Stanley’s famous mug for a second consecutive campaign seemed, to most fans, even more evidence that
the Senators were on the right path. First year head coach Guy Boucher was widely praised for the manner in which he managed a team which is not overly blessed with talent. Oh how far reputations can fall in the midst of a prolonged losing streak! Lately many of the same people who lauded the coaching prowess of the aforementioned Mr. Boucher have been calling for his summary dismissal. But back to the reason I am writing this particular column this week. In the wake of last week’s article, which if you didn’t read it was about how television sports and hockey in particular helped me overcome the post-Christmas blahs I received a number of reader comments. Several people asked why I had skipped the Senators’ dramatic fall from grace, especially considering they’re the main team of interest in my readership area. Well, there are two reasons. First I don’t like kicking anyone or any organization when they’re down. Secondly there is an adage, which I attempt to subscribe to, that reads, “If you don’t have anything good to say, don’t say anything at all!” My wife will probably chuckle when she reads the latter. The sad truth is that there has been little positive to say about the Ottawa Senators recently. Not only have they been losing on the ice but they are
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hashtag #firetheowner went viral in the wake of Melnyk’s public observations. A year ago Melnyk angered Sens’ supporters by replacing longtime team president and CEO Cyril Leeder, something I feel has also distanced the team owner from people in Ottawa. Criticism aside, Melnyk says he has no intention of selling the Senators. In my experience winning sports teams are almost always the most talented clubs. So firing the coach is rarely the answer. Although I will say that Senators’ propensity to trade top draft choices, reflected again this season in the three-way deal which brought centre Matt Duchene to Ottawa, is not the way to build future success. You need look no further than the Toronto Maple Leafs’ improved fortunes to see how important high draft choices are. I also believe Melnyk’s focus on a downtown arena has been detrimental. True, such a facility is almost sure to give the team a big boost. But in the process the hockey club has made the Canadian Tire Centre (CTC) into something of a pariah. By intimating that the current arena is inadequate due to its west end location Sens’ brain trust are creating a negative situation. If fans agree then many will presumably continue to stay away. I know a number of season ticket holders, along with some former
long-term subscribers. Their main complaints centre on the high cost of parking and the brutally expensive price of food and drink at CTC. Couple those factors with the already high cost of tickets and an inferior product on the ice and I don’t think it’s a huge mystery why attendance at Sens’ games has declined. I also feel last year’s team over performed while this year’s club has under performed. The team’s actual ability is probably somewhere in between. They aren’t overly talented, nor are they under talented. And Boucher hasn’t gone from being a good coach to being a poor one in a few months either. Sens’ brass needs to make some moves which will boost the club’s talent level. Trading top draft choices is definitely not the answer! In the short-term lowering parking and concession prices could potentially put some fans who can’t currently afford to attend games back in the seats. The continentwide trend in sports is to give fans value for money. In my opinion that isn’t happening relative to the Ottawa Senators at present. Jeff Maguire is a career journalist who lives in Carleton Place, Ontario. He has been writing for community and daily newspapers in Ontario since 1971.
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Almost 50% of Canadians would not want others to know if they had dementia, says new survey
Alzheimer Society campaign aims to end stigma TORONTO, ON, January 8, 2018 – The Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville announced today that while awareness about dementia has increased, stigma and negative attitudes around it continue to persist. The Society is releasing findings of a new survey to coincide with Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in January and to kick off its new social awareness campaign –I live with dementia. Let me help you understand – to spark conversations and encourage Canadians to see dementia differently. The Leger-led survey, which questioned 1500 Canadians between the ages of 18 and 65 online, also reveals that 46% of respondents would feel ashamed or embarrassed if they had dementia, while 61% of those surveyed said they would face discrimination of some kind. The survey also shows that one in four Canadians believe that their friends and family would avoid them if they were diagnosed with dementia, and only five per cent of Canadians would learn more about dementia if a family member, friend or co-worker were diagnosed. These results are similar to what we hear from our Clients & care partners says Louise Noble, Executive Director at the Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville. If friends are told that ‘I have been diagnosed with dementia’ some friends begin to step away. This is the time people with the disease & their care partners need their friends the most. Society needs to change their thoughts & overcome their fear of the disease so people with dementia can live in their communities with dignity & respect not shame
To tackle stigma, the Alzheimer Society is letting the experts do the talking—people living with dementia. . People like Roger Marple. For this proud father and grandfather, who developed young onset Alzheimer’s three years ago at age 57, his diagnosis was a tough pill to swallow. But with time, Roger overcame his initial shock and sadness. He had too many dreams to pursue. “I still do things that have meaning in my life, like getting out, playing golf and travelling. I’ll continue to enjoy life for as long as I possibly can to the best of my abilities. Isn’t that what we all aspire to do?” Roger and others invite Canadians to hear their inspiring stories and take a few pointers from them on how to be open and accepting towards people with dementia. Their stories are featured on a dedicated campaign website, where visitors will also find tips on how to be more dementia-friendly, activities to test their knowledge, and other resources to take action against stigma and be better informed about a disease that has the potential to impact every single one of us. To help stop stigma and read the full survey, visit ilivewithdementia.ca – and use the hashtag #ilivewithdementia to help spread the word. Additional survey results Canadians believe that people with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia are likely to • be ignored or dismissed (58%); • be taken advantage of (57%); • have difficulty accessing appropriate services or supports (56%); and
• feared or met with distrust or suspicion (37%). Other highlights • 56% of Canadians are concerned about being affected by Alzheimer’s disease. • Of greatest concern is their fear of being a burden to others, losing their independence and the inability to recognize family and friends. • Only 39% would offer support for family or friends who were open about their diagnosis. • Three-in-ten Canadians (30%) admit to using dementia-related jokes. Quick facts • Today, over half a million Canadians have dementia (including Alzheimer’s disease). • In less than 15 years, an estimated 937,000 Canadians will have dementia • Alzheimer Societies across Canada provide programs and support services for people with all forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, and their caregivers. • The Alzheimer Society is a leading Canadian funder of dementia research and has invested to date, over $50 million in bio-medical and quality-of-life research through the Alzheimer Society Research Program. Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville 42 Garden St. Brockville, ON K6V 2C3 115 Christie Lake Rd. Perth, ON K7H 3C6 Phone: 866-576-8556 Email: alz@alzllg.ca Website: www.alzheiemer.ca/lanark
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Together, we can build a Dementia Friendly Ontario! Prepared by: Felicia White, Alzheimer Ontario November 8 2017 Why? More people are diagnosed with dementia every year and choose to live at home in their community throughout their dementia journey. How can we better support people with dementia to live well? How can people living with dementia be leaders in building Dementia Friendly Communities? People with dementia and their care partners have the right to live well in the community. We are all in this together. Dementia Friendly Communities is gaining momentum across the globe and thousands of Ontarians are joining the Alzheimer Society in showing their support for people with dementia and their care partners. Get on board today! Benefits of becoming a Dementia Friendly Community Supporter: • Support a large and growing part of the population • Strengthen accessibility for people with all types of abilities • Join a global movement What is a Dementia Friendly Community? A Dementia Friendly Community is a place where people living with dementia are understood, respected and supported; an environment where people living with dementia will be confident that they can contribute to community life.
In a Dementia Friendly Community, people will be aware of and understand dementia, and people living with dementia will be included and have choice and control over their day-to-day lives and level of engagement. Age Friendly and Dementia Friendly Communities Dementia Friendly Communities builds upon successful international initiatives as well as the Age Friendly Initiative. The work of age friendly and dementia friendly are inter-linked. The dementia friendly model is a natural extension of the Age Friendly Initiative. Those already engaged in age friendly work can easily add to their efforts and enhance practices to ensure the unique needs of people with dementia are acknowledged. How can I help my community become more dementia friendly? 1. Connect with the Alzheimer Society Lanark Leeds Grenville 866-576-8556 Lanark County – Robin Hull rhull@alzllg.ca Leeds Grenville – Mary Campbell mcampbell@alzllg.ca 2. The Society will work with you to determine your training needs 3. Society staff and volunteers provide a customized in-person training 4. The Society will work with you to establish an ongoing partnership and support network 5. Receive recognition as a Blue Umbrella supporters- your community will know you are helping to build a Dementia Friendly Ontario!
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Communication is how our world turns, how we express our loves, dislikes, fears and hopes. It allows us to relate to others and develops relationships. Can you imagine when your brain takes away your ability to form a complete sentence or puts you into a time that no one else remembers the way you do. It can be frustrating and confusing to say the least.
2 Pictures: If word search is your challenge, use pictures of common things on a picture board, or smartphone, and picture menus to illustrate what you want, need, like or not like. 3 Look, listen, learn: we communicate through words, tone, pace, volume & most importantly body language.
Dementia, in most of its forms impacts 4 Be open minded. When you take the the way that people are able to share time to listen you will hear hints as to their thoughts, beliefs, emotions, opinions, where the person is and what they are hopes and fears. As a result, levels of talking about. This will allow you to anxiety, depression, frustration, build know the story and contribute. If you within the person, as well as impacting can’t get there, don’t worry. Go with the people who are around them. the flow. Agree or ask questions to Communication is more than talking and build on the story. listening, it involves understanding and Here are some other key reminders when interpreting. communicating with people that live with Picture this; You are telling your husband Dementia. that you are not feeling just right, but 1 Never argue, instead agree you can’t put a finger on it. He thinks you are just tired. You get up to go to the 2 Never reason, instead divert bathroom but it is not where you thought 3 Never shame, instead distract it was. So you call your husband to ask 4 Never lecture, instead reassure. him. You ask him clearly but he can’t 5 Never say “remember”, instead figure out what you are talking about, he reminisce. asks you what you want to do with the toaster. You repeat your sentence and now 6 Never say “I told you”, instead repeat/ he looks even more confused and huffs regroup. off. Now you are starting to have pain 7 Never say “You can’t”, instead have from needing to go, and are afraid you are the person do what they can. not going to make it. You call him to help, 8 Never command/demand, instead ask/ but he is downstairs and can’t hear you. model. Why is it so hard to get to the bathroom? 9 Never condescend, instead encourage. What is wrong? 10 Never force, instead reinforce. The quality of life for people with dementia is largely dependent on their connection with others. Maintaining a relationship can be a complex and challenging process, especially when verbal communication is lost.
Join the fight against Alzheimer’s and help reduce stigma and “Tie One On” for Alzheimer’s this January. By purchasing a Forget-Me-Not Tie you are helping reduce stigma, bring awareness to this disease and showing your support for those diagnosed. Watch for the Vancouver Canucks to be wearing the ties into their home game against the LA Kings on January 23rd. Join the Alzheimer Society for Dementia Awareness night at the Perth Blue Wings Game on January 19th where we will be selling ties. Ties are being sold at: Computer Plus in Perth Robillard Hearing in Brockville Pharmasave in Gananoque Perth, Smiths Falls, Almonte & Riverside GM in Brockville & Prescott Carleton Place Day Program Sites
These techniques come from our staff who live with our residents’ every day. The staff members are able to address concerns, engage in activities, recognize when someone is not themselves, they When your ability to communicate impacts understand the body language that leads to a more comfortable, safe and happy your quality of life, there are tools which day. you can use to assist you and the people around you. If you would like more information on 1 Patience! The more patient you are the experiencing life at Orchard View by less the frustration or anxiety will build the Mississippi, please call Julie at 613.963.5000 or ovmmarketing@ovlc.com and the words will flow more easily.
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Driving and Dementia
Over a person’s life time, driving a vehicle isn’t considered an exceptional experience. As part of our daily lives, it’s almost an ‘automatic’ in its function and form. However, when you think about the brain and the multitude of processes it is required to perform when one is behind the wheel – awareness and recall of rules of the road, good judgement, reaction to stimuli, vision and hearing functions, multi-tasking (watching a traffic light and pedestrians while keeping your foot on the brake) etc. - it becomes obvious that any neurological impairment can impact upon the ability of a driver. But driving also represents a person’s freedom, mobility and independence. For some, driving is considered a right versus the privilege it actually is. It isn’t a surprise then, the subject of driving and dementia is a contentious one. Some people with dementia can continue to drive depending on when in the disease progression they were diagnosed and the rate the disease progresses. Others, who have a diagnosis confirmed, have their licences revoked immediately. What isn’t in debate however is that people with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia will eventually have to stop driving; it will get to a point where driving won’t be safe for them or for others. As with the many aspects of dementia, the best
course of action is to plan ahead. If the person diagnosed has been cleared to continue driving, have a conversation with them to find out when driving is needed most and why. Is it for keeping medical appointments, shopping and entertainment or is it more a form of escape or relaxation? Once you’ve determined the person’s driving needs, talk about alternatives that could include public transit, rides provided by community organizations, setting up an account with a local taxi company or arranging transportation from family or friends. Throughout the disease the person with dementia, family members and health care professionals should monitor the person’s driving ability. When appropriate, the person should stop driving (however by the time that happens, the disease may have affected the person’s ability to understand why. If you are the person diagnosed with dementia ask someone you know if he or she has noticed changes in your driving, arrange for driving testing or ask family or friends to drive you where you need to go or take transportation alternatives. The Alzheimer Society (www.alzheimer.ca/living with dementia) has a number of resources available that can help you navigate this difficult development in the dementia journey. Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada
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LAWS has incredible 2017 with record number of pets adopted If we are talking financials and adoptions, 2017 was one of LAWS’ best years. Setting aside the problems with the furnace and having to use space heaters for a few weeks, we still managed to stay in the black! LAWS adopted out 529 cats and kittens in 2017 and eight cats found their way back to their owners. We also found homes for 30 dogs and three were returned to their owners. We need to keep that momentum going to ensure that the number of cats in the shelter is minimal when we start renovations in the spring. Speaking of renovations, we have had many trade specialists come forward to volunteer their time and that alone will ensure that we can successfully provide a safe, energy efficient building for the cats. The majority of the dogs go to foster homes while awaiting adoption. Our donors, volunteers and staff have been incredibly dedicated to the shelter’s well-being and survival. Thank you so very much to all of you. Keep your eyes on our www.facebook.com/lanarkanimals page for the most up-to-date location of cats in pet stores and foster homes. Watch the website too (lanarkanimals.ca) for available cats, and an occasional dog, at the shelter. Inaugural golf tournament Mark your calendars for Aug. 24 when LAWS will host its inaugural golf tournament at the Perth Golf Club. An incredible afternoon of golf and prizes and an evening of a delectable dinner and auctions is planned. Stay tuned for more information. Thank you everyone for your support over the past year and we look forward to working with all of you in 2018. This week’s featured pets Jenny Hi there, Jenny here, I am just 7.5 months old and really cute … I am the only one left of a family of seven. Mom has been adopted, brothers have been adopted, auntie has been adopted too and just this past week my sister went home as well. It’s just me left at LAWS. They took a new picture so you can see how pretty I am.
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Would you please come to adopt me I’d like a home to call my own. See you soon. I am at LAWS playing with my other cat friends. Kora Kora arrived in September as a kitten then, but she’s a young pretty seven-monthold adult now.
Kora can still be a little shy but she doesn’t hide anymore in the rafters. Over the last month we’ve seen huge improvements of this dainty girl. With a bit more patience, a little more TLC and continued human interaction she’ll be sitting on your lap in no time. She al-ready started to purr when being held, albeit briefly. Shy cats need a chance too and we’re sure Kora will be a lovely pet when given the time she’s looking for. She is sharing the cat run with several other cats. Please meet her at LAWS and offer her a loving home.
Gerri Gerri is a five-year-old full-figured black female beauty with striking shiny fur and yellow eyes. Gerri has fully adjusted to being at the shelter and enjoys interacting with the other cats. Of course, that’s not the idea, as we at LAWS want all cats to find a loving home. It’s time for Gerri to be chosen. She loves people, enjoys being stroked and can be held when she wants it. We think she would love to sit next to you while you read a book or watch TV. In any case, Gerri is available and would love to meet you at LAWS. Lily Lily is about two years old and arrived at LAWS in June with three very small kittens. She was a good mom and seemed sad after she was separated from them. She has come around nicely and is now very active and friendly. She loves to play with a feather wand and anything that rolls. Lily gets along well with other cats. Although she loves attention she is not yet completely com-fortable being held for too long. She likely will sit next to you, but she might not be a lap-cat. Lily is slender and dainty,
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white with pretty grey and buff patches, and beautiful golden eyes. Lily is available for adoption in Carleton Place at the Natural Pet Foods Store on Bridge Street. Thank you for your continued support. Follow us if you like on Facebook at www.facebook. com/lanarkanimals, visit us online at www.lanarkanimals. ca or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the shelter at shelter@ lanarkanimals.ca or by calling 613-283-9308. LAWS is located at 253 Glenview Road in Smiths Falls.
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Norm Foster's ‘On A First Name Basis’ is simply irresistible at Perth's Studio Theatre When veteran stage director Jeremy Dutton saw a production of Norm Foster's play On A First Name Basis in St. Catharines recently he knew two things right away: first, the show is a deliciously irresistible winner, and second, he just had to bring it here to Perth's Studio Theatre. On A First Name Basis is one of Norm Foster's more recent plays, and it proves that the tools he has wielded so skilfully for years as a playwright — humour, heart, and humanity — have become even sharper with age. As the play opens we meet David Kilbride, a reclusive spy novelist who has employed the same maid, Miss Hopperstaad, for some 20 years. David realizes one day that he knows absolutely nothing about this woman who has served
In rehearsal: Hugh McCulloch and Krista Duff star as novelist David Kilbride and housekeeper Lucy Hopperstaad in Norm Foster’s comedy/drama On A First Name Basis, premiering at the Studio Theatre Thursday, Feb. 1st at 7:30 p.m. Visit studiotheatreperth.com for further details. Photo courtesy Leonard Modderman
him for two decades — not even her first name. She, on the other hand, knows all the details of his life: his three wives, the sorry state of his current manuscript (she tidies his desk, after all) and where he keeps the good scotch. Disgusted with his own superficiality, Kilbride proposes that they drop the master-servant proprieties for a few hours and get to know one another, at long last, on a firstname basis. With the help of the aforementioned scotch, their long bottled-up personal lives — and feelings — begin to surface. The dialogue is swift and laugh-outloud funny, the emotions are real, and we find ourselves caring about these two separate souls as they emerge from behind the transparent wall of their shared existence. This is a simple, intimate, re-
Senators ticket raffle supports guide dog training Win tickets to see the Ottawa Senators host the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday, Feb. 15 at the Canadian Tire Centre. You can win two 100 level tickets and parking, plus buffet dinner for two in the Alumni Lounge, by purchasing a $10 raffle ticket today. The package is valued at $375. Raffle tickets are available now by phoning 613-692-7777 or purchase online at www.guidedogs.ca. A maximum of 187 raffle tickets will be sold. You must be a resident of Ontario and 18 years or older to purchase a raffle ticket, License #758054. The draw will take place on Feb. 7. Tickets for the game have been kindly donated by a generous supporter so that 100 per cent of the raffle proceeds support Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind. Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind was established as a registered charity in 1984. Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind has provided more than 835 professionally trained guide dogs to Canadians who are visually impaired from coast to coast. To learn more about the organization, visit www.guidedogs.ca or phone 613-692-7777. Submitted by Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind
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markably engaging show starring two of the Studio Theatre's finest veteran actors, Hugh McCulloch and Krista Duff. In the hands of these two mature and capable players — and under the direction of Jeremy Dutton, known for his skill with humour as well as drama — On A First Name Basis is a play that's well worth getting to know. On A First Name Basis premières at the Studio Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 1 for seven shows, Feb. 1, 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 4 and 11 at 2 p.m. Advance tickets are $24 and are now available exclusively at Tickets Please in the Matheson House Museum Visitor Centre, 11 Gore St. E. (613 4856434; ticketsplease.ca) which accepts in-store, phone, online and credit card purchases. Tickets are $24 at the Studio Theatre box office on show nights. Rush tickets for students with ID are just $10 at the door, subject to availability. Attend opening night and save $5! On A First Name Basis is Norm Foster at his absolute best. We invite you to enjoy it as a warm entertainment on a cold winter evening, or as an early Valentine's gift to someone you love. For complete details please visit studiotheatreperth.com. Submitted by Paul Joyce for the Studio Theatre
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Larry was born and raised in Smiths Falls and still resides in the area with his wife, Shannon, and 3 children, as well as their foster children. Larry spent 31 years in the food industry starting off with Loblaws Companies in Smiths Falls until 1996 when it closed. His familiar face was then seen in Carleton Place and then Perth when he joined the local Independent Grocers there. When not involved with his children and foster children, Larry spends his time enjoying basketball, snowmobiling, or riding his ATV. Always a car and truck enthusiast, Larry has decided to change gears and pursue a career in the automobile industry. Larry welcomes his family, friends, and former co-workers to drop by and get a tour of the dealership and show you the great line up of vehicles he now proudly sells. You can reach Larry by email at larryd@mikefairchevcadillac.com or calling 613-283-3882, and ask if you qualify for Preferred Pricing!
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OPP wraps up Festive RIDE campaign, charges 587 impaired drivers The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged 587 drivers with impaired driving during its annual Festive Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) campaign from Nov. 24 to Jan. 2. An additional 366 drivers were issued a Warn Range Suspension and had their driver’s licence suspended for having a blood alcohol concentration between .05 and .08.
By comparison, the OPP charged 623 impaired drivers and issued 407 Warn Range Suspensions during the 2016-17 Festive RIDE campaign. The OPP remained highly focused on keeping roads safe over the holidays, reflecting on the 44 lives lost in alcohol/drug-related collisions on OPP-patrolled roads in 2017. Officers conducted more than 9,830 RIDE events throughout the prov-
ince, surpassing the 7,343 RIDE events conducted over the previous season’s campaign. Over the holidays, OPP Drug Recognition Evaluators (DRE) assisted with the tools and expertise to test for and detect drug impairment in drivers. Of the 587 drivers charged, 29 were charged with drug impairment. While the OPP maintained a
heightened focus on impaired drivers during the campaign, officers enforce impaired driving laws around the clock, 365 days a year. In 2017, the OPP charged 4,915 drivers with alcohol-impaired charges and 238 drivers with drug-impaired charges and issued 2,995 Warn Range Suspensions. The OPP is again reminding the public to call 911 if you suspect that someone is driving while impaired
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There are lots of hits and misses when it comes to insurance and engines “Hi Brian, Do I have the right to have my car restored to original condition if someone hit my vehicle while I was parked? The insurance company wants to pound out the dents, put filler in the places where it can’t be smoothed out, and then paint the door and blend it into the front and back fender. I paid this car off, it’s a 2012 Camaro. It’s kept in pristine condition and I do not drive it except for summer months. It’s parked in storage the rest of the year. A driver hit my vehicle twice while pulling into a parking lot. I want a new door put on but my insurance company sent me a quote for repair and repaint only. I looked under the laws regarding repairs and it appears that I have the right to have it fixed with a new door. My insurance company refuses to go after the other driver’s insurance company to replace the door because they said it can be fixed. But the fix is going to devalue my car more because of the filler on top of having been in an accident. They gave me a cheque to have the work done with the filler being put in and charging me $500 deductible, (they said they will go after the other driver’s insurance company for that but who knows how long it will take). I don’t believe that I should have to have a repair done that I consider cheesy;
I should be able to have a new door put on.” DK This email came from a U.S. based owner but many of the rules and regulations involved are mirrored here in Canada. Insurance companies as a rule will not replace sheet metal components if they are repairable especially on vehicles over one year of age. Did you know that most insurance companies will opt for aftermarket parts rather than factory originals for the same vehicle age and older? While the use of body filler isn’t particularly attractive to most collector or pristine vehicle owners, it is a fact of business for insurance companies and body shops. You would need to have a special rider clause on your policy to avoid this (if even available from your insurance company) and it would come with a considerably higher price tag. About the only option I could think of (and keep in mind I’m not a U.S. insurance specialist) would be to pay for a new door out of your own pocket. To get another opinion, contact the appropriate insurance ombudsmen or consumer affairs office, or simply call your insurance agent. “Hi Brian, Thanks for writing your regular
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articles, I always read them and find the very informative. My daughter (in Barrie) has a 2012 Chevrolet Sonic with about 130,000 km on it. The powertrain warranty (to 160,000 km) ran out in September 2017 by time. In August of last year, she noticed something that caused her to take the car to her GM dealer and they ended up replacing the thermostat. It seemed fine for a couple of weeks, but there were some intermittent problems, like some leaking, funny smells and she had to add antifreeze a couple of times. Of course, she returned to the dealer ASAP, and they fixed something that was wrong with the thermostat replacement. The end result was that several weeks later the vehicle was found to have developed a cracked cylinder head. The dealer quoted about $6,000 for a new engine. She went to GM Canada and opened a case, and managed to get that down to about $2,000. Everything seems to
be fine now. I think the lesson that we learned, is to be very aware of potential implications of problems with the cooling system, and how easily the engine can be destroyed. So, hopefully this is useful to you.” E. Thanks for the kind words and readership and I’m glad to hear everything worked out to your satisfaction in the end. It’s hard to be certain even with 20/20 hindsight, but GM may have been able to do a little better on their offer by covering 100 per cent of the costs. It’s possible the head gasket may have been the problem in the first place (not the thermostat) and this was originally misdiagnosed by the repair centre. A lot would depend on the state of the cooling system during these repair visits, the maintenance history of the vehicle, and the conditions when the first sign of trouble occurred (ve-
hicle load, speed, ambient temps, coolant temp, etc.) Unfortunately despite all the technological advances in vehicle design and build, cooling systems still don’t lend themselves to pinpoint diagnoses and consumers have to depend on the skill and experience of the techs they use. If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to bjoeturner@hotmail.com listing ‘Question for the Car Counsellor’ on the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. K7A 4T1]. When using regular mail, please supply a phone number if you seek direct contact (due to volume I can’t always promise replies). Yours in service Brian Turner
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A Carleton Place developer wants permission to build a residential and commercial venture at 115 Emily St., situated on the south bank of the Mississippi River. The subject property, which has a long history, first as a woollen mill, was most recently home to DRS Technologies Canada Ltd. South Shore Landing, the brainchild of Volundur (Wally) Thorbjornsson, is a large-scale development, which will no doubt change Carleton Place’s skyline. It was presented to council as well as members of the public during the town’s planning and protection meeting on Dec. 19. “An application has been submitted for a class four development permit,” development services manager Joanna Bowes told everyone. No studies are required for a class four development permit. The only items demanded are a site plan and elevation drawing to help understand the concept. According to Bowes, Thorbjornsson is looking for general concept approval of his development as presented, prior to making a formal and complete application to obtain final approval. She stressed: “Conceptual approval does not give assurances on final approval; however, thought and care must be given to this approval as the developer will be proceeding with numerous studies, reports and plans on the basis of this approval in concept.” Thorbjornsson revealed it has al-
from the Hawthorne Mill. beancars.ca Phase four, the most debatable element of Thorbjornsson’s proposal, is a suggested 127-unit, 13-story condominium, which will have commercial uses on the ground level. at “Approval of a 13-storey building in Carleton Place would be precedent setting,” Bowes said. Phase five has been earmarked for Bean Chevrolet 613-257-2432 some green space and the phase one Buick GMC Ltd. 375 McNeely Ave, Carleton Place parking requirement. Bowes noted parking for the entire development is a mixture: below « Jef Jeff Julian ground, above ground and garage. Insurance Agent Too, phases two, three and four all Ask Me About include green roofs for amenity space. Life Insurance In both Carleton Place’s Official Jeff Julian Jef Plan (OP) and Development Permit Agent Bylaw (DPB) the subject property www.JeffJulian.ca www is considered one of the town’s four strategic properties. The other three: (613) 257-AUTO(2886) former Findlay Foundry site; Wool 1-888-341-FARM(3276) Jeff Julian Insurance Agency Inc. Growers property; and McArthur Island. I also offer Auto, Home and “The town recognized these propBusiness Insurance. erties would be valuable to develop as medium to high density residential lands, helping to bring people from the property to the downtown core,” Bowes stated. Thorbjornsson’s project will require an amendment to the OP in order to permit commercial uses on the property, as well as allow for anything higher than low-rise apartment buildings. Too, a DPB amendment is needed we do” to allow for commercial uses and for a “Helping you is what variation in height from the allowable 24 Lansdowne Avenue, Carleton Place seven storeys to 13 storeys.
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tion of the original bell tower, is considered to have a “positive impact on the cultural and historical aspects of the town,” Bowes expressed. Furthermore, she noted, maintaining the structure involved in phase two preserves some heritage of the early 1900s. Phases three and four are intended to be condominiums. Phase three proposes the demolition of the former DRS building to construct a four-storey mixed-use condominium. The commercial components – potential spa, restaurant, pub, coffee shop and retail stores – would be on the ground level. The building mimics the style of the phase two brick building and the bell tower
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Carleton Place deputy mayor looks back on the year that was BY TARA GESNER
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Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn sions have started and some are near completion, and some are in the beginning stages.” Approximately 2,025 new units are projected in Carleton Place from 2018 to 2024. The breakdown is as follows: Carlgate – between High Street and Townline Road West, 110; Pegasus – Coleman Street to Highway 7, 442; Jackson Ridge – Morris and Boyd streets, 134; Steeple Hill – Peter Street, nine; Thorbjornsson Holdings – Taber Street, 19; Cardel – south of Highway 7, 282; Cavanagh – south side of Lake Avenue West, 582; Brigil – Munro Street, 42; Market Square – 11 Beckwith St., 51; Inverness Homes – 351 Bridge St., 40; Johanne’s Court – Miguel, Coleman and McGregor streets, 148; McArthur Square – McArthur Island, 116; Jackson Homes – 17 Moore St., six; R. & J. Hans – 17 Albert St., nine; John Gibson – 400 Frank St., 26; and 2575536 Ontario Inc. – 175 Townline Rd., nine. “Future plans call for another 1,666 new units,” Flynn said. “There are so many, it is unbelievable.” He noted, “The big box stores came to Carleton Place in anticipation of this growth.”
tions,” Flynn stressed. “These individuals have been with the town for decades ... responsible for its success ... where we are today is because of them.” The deputy mayor considers Carleton Place to be at a very critical juncture, calling the next four years “very important.” In addition to the significant turnover of key staff, “the importance of the next election ... we need a cohesive council with experience ... it is absolutely vital,” Flynn stressed.
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Succession planning In 2017, council focussed much of its attention on succession planning to manage a handful of staff retirements – key positions. After a number of years of
The deputy mayor noted: “For his whole tenure Phil has kept this town fiscally responsible. Not only does he have the respect of his peers but also staff, council and the community ... always ahead of the curve.” Carleton Place is currently searching for its next treasurer. The town will also have big shoes to fill at the end of July, owing to the retirement of director of protective services and Ocean Wave Fire Company fire chief Les Reynolds. Flynn referred to Reynolds as a class act, “fitting to a T since day one.” The year 2020 will see the retirement of Dave Young, the director of public works. “These are our key posi-
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Carleton Place Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn sat down with the Canadian Gazette recently to discuss how he feels the past year went for the municipality, as well as what lies ahead for 2018. Using one word, Flynn summed up 2017 as “successful.” “In spite of what happened in council chambers, we have had a very successful year,” he said, and “we can thank the staff for being loyal and dedicated to the welfare of the town.” “It was business as usual for them,” Flynn added. No longer a small town, Carleton Place continues to see explosive growth. “We are a booming community, welcoming population and economic growth,” Flynn said. According to the 2016 census data released last February, Carleton Place now has 10,644 residents thriving within the community. Between 2011 and 2016, the town’s population showed an increase of 8.5 per cent or 835 people. “Between Carleton Place and Beckwith, this is probably the largest area of growth in eastern Ontario,” Flynn said. “I attribute a lot of this to our proximity to Ottawa, along with the four-lane highway. With the Department of National Defence moving its employees into the former Nortel campus in the west end of Ottawa, the deputy mayor added: “Going forward, I am sure we will be inundated with military personnel. We already have many living here.” All development in Carleton Place is directed by two documents: Official Plan (OP) and development permit bylaw. The town saw a 370 per cent increase in activity between 2014 and 2017, and there are a number of developments going on currently. Flynn noted: “Some subdivi-
dedicated service, Jacqueline Leach, the director of child care services, bid the municipality adieu last July. Longtime daycare employee Tracy Freill replaced her. “Superintendent of public works Brian Pountney also left us in 2017,” Flynn noted, but “we have a great replacement in Graham Patterson.” He added, “The town is very fortunate to have people who can step in and carry on glitch free.” In 2018, longtime chief administrative officer (CAO) Paul Knowles will retire from the town’s top job; however, his contract does not run out until the end of the year. As a result, he will be tasked with looking after special projects, including Central Bridge, arena upgrades and Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail (OVRT). In March, Diane Smithson takes over for Knowles, leaving her post as Mississippi Mills CAO. “Paul has the community at heart, and he leaves big shoes to fill,” Flynn said. He added, “Diane knows Paul well enough ... she understands his strengths, and she knows what she has to bring to the table.” After nearly three decades, clerk Duncan Rogers will leave at the end of 2018. “He is staying until after the election,” Flynn revealed. “However, no official date has been given.” The deputy mayor refers to Rogers as “Mr. Carleton Place,” and when he leaves his position “he takes with him a lifetime of knowledge that will never be replaced.” This year’s municipal election takes place on Oct. 22. Stacey Blair, hired as the town’s deputy clerk last summer, will take over for Rogers. “We are very happy with Stacey,” Flynn stated. “She has great strength...she is very fortunate to have Duncan as her mentor.” Treasurer Phil Hogan is cleaning out his desk at the end of May.
Reopening of historic hotel, visit from the premier highlight the second half of 2017 The following is the conclusion of our look back at 2017. These are the news and events that took place from July to December. July A closed meeting investigator hired by Mississippi Mills has found that the municipality held improper meetings of two working groups and its striking committee. A report from the closed meeting investigator, Amberley Gavel Ltd., was discussed during the June 27 committee of the whole session. It was prompted after six complaints were lodged with Mississippi Mills between November 2016 and February 2017 regarding closed meetings. The complaints involved the Municipal Property Working Group, Gemmill Park Working Group, the Striking Committee, Accessibility Advisory Committee and Almonte Skate Park Committee. It was alleged these meetings didn’t meet the requirements of the Municipal Act. The exact concerns issued to the municipality charged that the Municipal Property Working Group held an illegal closed meeting on Nov. 1, 2016 and conducted other meetings in 2015 (three) and 2016 (eight), with no public notice; the Gemmill Park Working Group held an illegal closed session on Nov. 8, 2016; and that there was no public notice for the Striking
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The North Lanark Agricultural Society (NLAS) celebrated the completion of exterior renovations to the Almonte Agricultural Hall on Water Street, July 27. Above, cutting the ribbon are, from left: NLAS member Alyssa Toshack, OTF representative Louise Heslop, Carleton-Mississippi Mills MPP Jack MacLaren, Mississippi Mills Coun. Duncan Abbott, NLAS president Debbie Brydges, NLAS renovation project manager Glen Syme and NLAS member Cathy Gayton. Committee meeting Dec. 20, 2016 or for the Accessibility Advisory Committee session of Feb. 15, 2017. The final complaint surrounded the lack of public notice, agendas or minutes for the Almonte Skate Park Committee. Carleton Place resident Yvonne Kilpatrick is the recipient of the 2017 Ontario Senior of the Year award – an honour bestowed by the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration. June is the 33rd Seniors’ Month in Ontario. The 2017 theme: “Living Your Best Life.” The Ontario Senior of the Year
award gives every municipality in the province the chance to recognize one of its residents who after the age of 65 has enriched the social, cultural or civic life of his or her community. Mark Jensen is unable to accept the position of Carleton Place’s chief administrative officer (CAO). According to a press release from the town on June 28, the move comes as the result of “changes in personal and family circumstances.” Jensen was expected to commence his duties in Carleton Place mid to late July, with the town’s current CAO,
Paul Knowles, remaining on contract until the end of 2018 to work on various town projects. Myrna Pears had never been inside Little Loves Co. in downtown Carleton Place — until now. Pears, a member of Carleton Place’s accessibility advisory committee, uses a wheelchair and more often than not, a single step, like the one outside 165 Bridge St., prevents her from venturing into a store, restaurant, etc. “I would be more than happy to shop in Carleton Place, but I cannot get into a lot of places,” she told the Canadian Gazette. On July 5, Pears looked on as Little Loves Co. was officially recognized as the first recipient of a StopGap ramp. She even tested the bright yellow ramp out, rolling into the store. “With this I can shop here, and I prefer to stay in town,” Pears said. Carleton Place swimmer Jacob Blackburn is ready to represent his country at the 2017 Summer Deaflympics. Jacob, 15, is in Samsun, Turkey, and he is competing at the international competition as a member of Team Canada. The Deaflympics run from July 18 to July 30. A member of the Carleton Place Water Dragons swim club, Jacob was born deaf in his right ear, and he then began losing hearing in the left. However, this impairment has never limited
his success in the pool. Months of criticism on social media has led Mississippi Mills Mayor Shaun McLaughlin and Coun. John Edwards to file a lawsuit against Carleton Place resident Steve Maynard for libel. The claim was logged July 14 with the Ontario Superior Court in Perth by McLaughlin and Edwards’ lawyer Jonathan Collings of Ottawa-based firm Low Murchison Radnoff LLP. In it, the mayor and councillor are seeking up to $250,000 in damages ($150,000 as general and special damages for libel and $50,000 each for aggravated and punitive damages), as well as the immediate removal of the offending posts and prevention from publishing “further defamatory material.” Almonte resident Matthew Carson is a recipient of the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers, which he received on July 20. The medal recognizes the exceptional volunteer achievements of Canadians from across the country in a wide range of fields. An official Canadian honour, the medal incorporates and replaces the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award. “It was a pleasant surprise,” Carson told the Canadian Gazette, when asked about being recognized. “I am a little emotional.” See YEAR page A/CP4
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August The new veteran wing of Willis College in Arnprior has been officially named the Joan Bray Veteran Learning Centre. Bray, a Second World War veteran and longtime resident of Carleton Place, will travel to Arnprior on Aug. 8 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. One of the jewels in Almonte’s crown has been polished. The North Lanark Agricultural Society (NLAS) celebrated the conclusion of exterior renovations to the Almonte Agricultural Hall on July 27 with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. The work, which cost $142,000, was made possible through an Ontario 150 Community Capital Grant, administered by the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) in the amount of $106,700. The NLAS was responsible for the remaining funds. “(This hall) houses all exhibits at our annual (Almonte) agricultural fair, so the hall continues to play an integral role in our community, culture and history,” noted NLAS president Debbie Brydges. The public was given a chance to provide input on the Bodnar subdivision in Carleton Place at a public meeting on July 25. Audience members heard an application for subdivision was received from Stantec Consulting on behalf of Cavanagh Construction Ltd. for the
lands located in the northwest corner of town, on the south side of Lake Avenue West and extending south to Highway 7. The County of Lanark is the approval authority for subdivisions and requested Carleton Place hold the public meeting. “No decisions will be made tonight,” manager of developmental services Joanna Bowes said. “This is a public meeting to hear comments from everybody.” An idea of Beckwith Heritage Committee member Dave Scott came to fruition on Aug. 1. On Tuesday, Beckwith council gathered with members of the Beckwith Heritage Committee and Lanark, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington MPP Randy Hillier to unveil a plaque commemorating the site of the original Beckwith Township Hall. In the same spot they stood at Gillies Bridge 25 years earlier, the Carleton Place sister city committee marked the quarter-century milestone of the town’s twinning with the village of Comrie, Scotland, on Aug. 1. Supporters and members of the sister city committee toasted the longtime partnership in true style — with a bit of Scottish whiskey — and a reception afterwards at the Thirsty Moose. “At this same location, a quarter of a century ago this day — Aug. 1, 1992 — then mayor Steve Peckett and the council of the day, along with the late Beckwith Township Reeve Stan-
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The 25th anniversary of the twinning of Carleton Place and Comrie, Scotland was celebrated Aug. 1. From left: original twinning committee members Rosemary and Tim Campbell, Carleton Place Sister City Committee chair Jeff Maguire, and Carleton Place Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn and Coun. Doug Black on the Gilles Bridge. ley Brunton and the original Carleton Place twinning committee took part in a ceremony to mark something brand new for the town — a sister city relationship with a community outside of our country,” noted current Carleton Place sister city committee chair Jeff Maguire. Emotions got ramped up at the policy review meeting in Carleton Place on July 25. On the agenda was an item concerning various items encroaching on the town’s right of way, particularly on
Bridge Street, triggering interference with the appropriate and safe movement of pedestrians, including issues with accessibility in path of travel. Coun. Sean Redmond chaired the gathering. “Council members recognize the downtown core is changing,” Redmond said. “So much is happening there ... we need to be very concerned about the safety of our residents, the accessibility of our residents.” “We must ensure there is enough room to get through, ensure tripping hazards are dealt with,” he continued. To Amanda Whiting, Premier Kathleen Wynne was just some lady with curly hair and glasses asking her about her summer reading list. Whiting, 12, was perusing board games and books in the children’s section of Mill Street Books in Almonte on Wednesday, Aug. 16, when Wynne came around the corner and began talking to her and her brother, Anthony Whiting, 9, about their summer reading. Wynne was in eastern Ontario to attend the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) annual conference in downtown Ottawa, but decided to make a side trip. Her day started at The Grove Nursing Home in Arnprior earlier that morning, but her first Lanark County stop was at the Hummingbird Chocolate Maker in Almonte, where she got a tour from co-owner Erica Gilmour. Impassioned pleas from residents
resonated strongly with Lanark County councillors Aug. 23 as they voted against allowing Mississippi Mills to proceed with an amendment to rezone parkland. The majority of county councillors turned down the amendment after hours of presentations and debate. The matter came to a meeting of the county’s economic development committee as it requires an amendment to Mississippi Mills’ Community Official Plan, which are approved at the county level. It was endorsed by Mississippi Mills back on May 16. It involves rezoning a portion of Block 40, known as Don Maynard Park, within Almonte’s Gale Street subdivision, from open space and parkland to residential to permit the creation of five single-detached lots. A 1.3-acre plot of land would remain for Don Maynard Park, which was dedicated to the late Don Maynard in 2003. Maynard passed away in 2004. The hotel at 7 Bridge St. in Carleton Place has been an anchor in the downtown core forever, just like the town hall at the other end. Over the past 145 years, the property has seen it all — elegance, intrigue and tragedy. The hotel is set to reopen as a lavish boutique wedding and events destination under the partnership of Rod Scribner, Steve Moodie and couple Janice Mathers and Joel Schramek. It See REVIEW page A/CP7
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New Program Focuses on Improved Care & Results This is a significant opportunity for both hospitals “Th n terms of patient care, leadership development in and organizational alignment,” explains President an and CEO Mary Wilson Trider. “Health care is an hanging every day and we must evolve and adapt ch to o ensure the very best care for our patients, residents and families.” re
The Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) has a single goal: better care for our local communities. Now, a new partnership with Studer Group Canada will help support that goal and create an exceptional working environment for staff, physicians and volunteers at Almonte General Hospital (AGH) and Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH). Studer Group (a Huron solution) works with hospitals in Canada and beyond to help them achieve and sustain improvement in clinical care, operations and financial results. Coaches work side-by-side with leaders and frontline staff, leading to greater transparency, heightened accountability, increased engagement, and improved results.
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From Canada, with love This holiday, my fiance and I decided that we were going to pay for my friend Abzed’s daughter’s school fees in Nairobi, Kenya. I met Abzed while I was completing my capstone project for my master’s program at Carleton University. Abzed was my fixer in Kibera — East Africa’s largest slum located in Kenya’s capital city. He and his family — sisters, brothers, daughter, wife and mother — all live there. It’s a place where the stereotypes of sub-Saharan poverty reign; where homes with rusted sheet metal roofs are crammed together, raw sewage runs in the streets, and garbage, not picked up by the county, piles high. But, it’s also home for the estimated half million residents — including Abzed and his family. While Abzed and I would travel around the slum, introducing me to people I could interview for my research on urban agriculture, we would talk about his work, his family, and his life. I was connected with Abzed by a family I was living with in Nairobi on the end of the slum. I couldn’t have completed my master’s project without him. Abzed was integral in allowing me access to some of Nairobi’s most dangerous places to outsiders. I paid him for his work. Each day I would pay for his food, travel and would give him a fixed rate (higher than what he would be paid by a local), and at the end of my trip I gifted him additional funds. When Abzed’s not working as a journalist’s fixer, he gives “slum tours.” I witnessed a number of these tours while working in Kibera. Bus loads of tourists pile out into the streets of Kibera, with a guide, and sometimes with armed police escorts. They tour the area and visit various businesses — an opportunity to pick up unique souvenirs. They’re also really dangerous, and can be targeted by criminals looking to rob tourists of their valuables. This happened while I was there. A Japanese tourist was robbed at gunpoint just outside the home of one of my main interview subjects. Despite the risks, people still take the tours. However, lately, this work has slowed for Abzed. We’ve kept in touch over Facebook since I left
EVELYN HARFORD View From Here Kenya in August 2015. He sends me updates about the goings on in Kibera, insight into the recent Kenyan elections and always keeps me informed about what’s going on with his daughter, Mariam. Increasingly, he’s been telling me of the struggles he has been having finding work and keeping work. There aren’t a lot of jobs to go around, and most people have to make their own way as entrepreneurs — a very tough prospect when you have no access to education and no money for upward mobility. But there was something we could do. I received a message from him on Jan. 2 explaining that his six-year-old daughter in Class 2 — the equivalent of Grade 2 in Canada – couldn’t go to school because his family didn’t have the money to send her. Not thinking twice, we sent the money. Mariam is now in school and we’ve made a commitment to help them get her to university (if that’s what she wants). If there’s one thing we can do, it’s to give her the opportunity for education — especially as a little girl. While things are getting better in Kenya, women still are not treated the same as their male counterparts. Girls, more often than boys, drop out of school for various reasons, including childbirth, their menstrual cycle (many don’t have money for hygiene products like pads and tampons), and lack of funds. Many families, if they have multiple children, would rather invest their money in male children — sending them to school instead of their daughters if funds are tight. School, even “public” school, have fees. Money for teachers, books, lunch and school uniforms are all required. For the first term of Mariam’s school it cost around $70 (Canadian dollars). For three terms, it’ll cost our family $210. While it’s not a lot of money to us, it can be unreachable for those who live in Kibera — many of whom make around a dollar a day. We’re going to find places in our home’s budget where we can cut back to ensure Mariam goes to school.
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Above: Lily Kavanagh, left, was an extremely determined skater during the public skate on Jan. 7 at the Beckwith Recreation Complex, she skated with her cousin Madison Foster at centre ice and kept on trying new moves and no matter what she kept on getting back on her skates to try again! Township of Beckwith offers public skating every Sunday from 1 to 2 p.m. Below: Alyssa Fitz-Hardy and Jessica Greenland.
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will be called The Grand Hotel. September Almonte’s Sport Systems Canada is growing thanks to $180,500 in funding from the Ontario government that will allow the creation of 10 new jobs. John Fraser, MPP for Ottawa South, made the announcement Aug. 28 at Sport Systems Canada on behalf of Jeff Leal, Minister Responsible for Small Business. The funding, made possible through the Eastern Ontario Development Fund, will not only create jobs, but retain 21 positions in Almonte. The Roy Brown Society in Carleton Place is dedicated to researching, preserving and telling the story of Capt. Arthur Roy Brown. Brown, a First World War flying ace, is officially credited with shooting down German fighter pilot Manfred von Richthofen, also known as the Red Baron, in the skies over war-torn France on April 21, 1918. Brown was born in Carleton Place. Currently, the Roy Brown Society is working on the establishment of a statue of Brown, which would be placed in the municipality’s downtown core on the north side of the historic Moore House. The Moore House, the location of the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce and Information Centre, accommodates an exhibit dedicated to Brown.
Lanark County councillors had a change of heart during their Sept. 6 meeting and voted to support a Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan amendment to rezone and sell a portion of Almonte’s Don Maynard Park. Concerned residents who packed council chambers were silent after the vote passed, particularly given that the economic development committee turned down a recommendation from Jp2g Consulting planner Brian Whitehead to support the amendment at its Aug. 23 session. During that meeting, Whitehead endorsed rezoning a portion of Block 40, known as Don Maynard Park, to permit the creation of five single-detached lots. Of the nearly two acres of parkland, which fronts on Gale Street in the Gale Street subdivision and backs onto Holy Name of Mary Catholic School, approximately 1.2 acres would remain for the park. During the policy review committee meeting in Carleton Place on Sept. 12, council members moved in camera to discuss four items. Closed meetings are currently allowed for things such as personal matters about an identifiable individual, buying or selling of land, municipal labour relations and legal matters. On Tuesday night, the following reasons were provided by the meeting’s acting chair, Coun. Theresa Fritz, for going behind closed doors: personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (general nature – staffing);
litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board (general nature – Allan Street pumping station); personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (general nature – personnel issues); and an ongoing investigation respecting the municipality, a local board or a municipally-controlled corporation by the Ontario Ombudsman (general nature – Ombudsman’s report). A request by mayor Louis Antonakos to have the matter regarding the Ombudsman’s report brought into open session for discussion was unsuccessful. Becky Littau wipes tears from her eyes as she thinks of what her late husband Dustin would think about blood donor and stem cell drives being held in his honour. “He’d be proud,” she whispered. The 31-year-old lost his battle with MDS (myelodisplastic syndrome) on July 19 after being diagnosed in April. He required a stem cell transplant; a match was all lined up, but a virus, coupled with the MDS, caused a rare auto-immune disease to appear which was fought with intense chemotherapy and blood transfusions. Throughout the course of his treatments, Dustin received 125 blood transfusions, with 21 of those on his final day. The Eden family has lost everything after fire destroyed their
Beckwith home. Beckwith firefighters were dispatched to 344 Balmoral Dr. around 10:45 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 11. The Mississippi Mills Fire Department was asked a short time later to provide a tanker. The owner of the home is Diana Eden, who lives with her three children: William, Alexander and Laura. For Beckwith’s Eden family, September started with hardship, but it is ending with a reminder of the tremendous good in their community. Hometown Hearts, a Carleton Place group, hosted a barbecue fundraiser for Diana Eden and her three children: William, Alexander and Laura Eden, on Sept. 20, held outside The Beckwith Butcher in Carleton Place. An outstanding $3,500 was raised for the family, along with $500 in gift cards. Eric Pottle has always supported his Mississippi Mills community but on Sept. 15, it was their turn to return the favour. Eric was the guest of honour, along with wife Sharron, for a special evening, billed as A Tribute to Eric Pottle – A Fiddlers’ Night, at the Almonte Civitan Club. The community leader was left paralyzed on Aug. 27, 2016 after breaking his neck during a fall in his backyard. Before fiddle music took over the hall for the rest of the evening, Chaplin and current Civitan president Mike Keffer revealed the surprise. “The membership of the Almonte
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Civitan took a vote and he (Eric) is now being presented with a certificate for honourary membership to the Almonte Civitan Club,” Chaplin explained. “This is not to be taken lightly because I believe there are only two other people who have received that honour and that was past Prime Minister John Diefenbaker and Max Keeping.” October A local woman whose community contributions range from the Mississippi Mudds to the Canadian Cancer Society was named Carleton Place’s 2017 Senior of the Year. Jan Hopkins was chosen from nominees during the sixth annual Senior of the Year banquet, which was held on Sept. 28 at the Canadian Golf and Country Club in Ashton. The park in one of Carleton Place’s newest neighbourhoods was officially named Giles Park on Friday, Sept. 29 in honour of Ormond ‘Orm’ Giles. Giles Park is located at 24 Lockhard Campbell Way in the HighGate subdivision, situated between High Street and Town Line Road West. “Thank you all for being here,” deputy mayor Jerry Flynn said to the large gathering of people at the park unveiling, which included Orm’s daughter and son, Sylvia and Stephen Giles. Carleton Place Mayor Louis Antonakos is the subject of a new comSee 2017 page A/CP10
Brrr it’s cold outside but that means one thing, it was perfect weather for public skating. Brooke, Jamie and Bryn McCoy were all smiles as they hit the ice on Sunday, Jan. 7 at the Beckwith Recreation Complex. The Township of Beckwith offers public skating at the Beckwith Recreation Complex, located at 1319 9th Line, Beckwith, every Sunday from 1 to 2 p.m. for only $2 per person. Tiffany Lepack/Metroland
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the years. Visit your local museum and see just what the folks of Carleton Place have been covering up all these years! The exhibit opens Tuesday, Jan. 9 and continues until May 4, 2018. The Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum is located at 267 Edmund Street in Carleton Place and is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is by donation. Submitted by the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum
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Congratulations and Thanks to AGH, FVM and LCPS Long Service Honourees FSA, FS; David Mullin, Paramedic, LCPS; Deborah-Lyn Nicholson, Paramedic, LCPS; Erica Ray, Paramedic, LCPS; Jason Rouleau, Paramedic, LCPS; Grace Taggart, PSW, FVM
On December 2, 2017, 66 staff members of Almonte General Hospital (AGH), Fairview Manor (FVM) and Lanark County Paramedic Service (LCPS) were honoured for a total of 785 years of service to patients and residents. The award recipients were: 40 Years – Linda Duncan, Team Lead Engineer, Engineering/Maintenance (Eng/Mtnce) 35 Years – Donna Brown, Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), Occupational Therapy (OT) 30 Years – Susan Eastman, Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy (PT); Dr. Anne Oldfield, Family Physician (FP); Dr. Cecil Rytwinski, FP; 25 Years – Cathy Doe, RPN, Complex Continuing Care (CCC) 20 Years – Janice Bartlett, Registered Nurse (RN), Medical/Surgical Unit (MSU); Kimberly Drummond, RPN, Fairview Manor (FVM); Diana Shepheard, Support Service Aide (SSA), Housekeeping (Hskg); 15 Years – Marilyn Allen, RN, FVM; Lisa Barringer, RN, Obstetrics (OBS); Marc Charbonneau, Paramedic, Lanark
County Paramedic (LCPS); Lynda Coates, Paramedic, LCPS; Tracy Doherty, RPN, CCC; Judith Ennis, SSA, Laundry; Amanda Farrell, Personal Support Worker (PSW), FVM; Paula Fisher, PSW, FVM; Marly Kovacs, Paramedic, LCPS; Dr. Graeme McKillop, FP; Brian Munro, Eng, Eng/Mtnce; Donna Nadeau, RN, Recovery Room (RR); Trevor Neil, Paramedic, LCPS; Tina Payeur, RPN, FVM; Arlene Plaunt, Food Services Aide (FSA), Food Services (FS); Joleen Surman, Paramedic, LCPS; Trish Toompuu, RN, Emergency Department (ED) 10 Years – Kyle Alaver, Paramedic, LCPS; Melissa Bourbonnais, RPN, FVM; Kelly Bowles, Recreation Aide, OT; Helen Fisher, RN, OBS; Tracey Gemmill, PSW, CCC; Jennifer Guibord, Paramedic, LCPS; Rebecca Kelford, RN, MSU; Paul Lord, PSW, FVM; Cynthia McFadden, RPN, FVM; Daniel McPhail, SSA, Hskg; Sara McPhail,
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5 Years – Kimberly Baker, Paramedic, LCPS; Tiffany Boniface, PSW, FVM; Melissa Cardinal, PSW, FVM; Lisa Cummings, RN, OBS; Paulene Dobson, Manager FS, FS; Janet Drummond, Registration Clerk (RC), Admissions (Adm); Amy Durant, Ultrasonographer, Diagnostic Imaging; Rebecca Gagnon, FSA, FS; Christina Glover, RC, Adm; Mark Gormley, RN, ED; Danielle Henderson, PSW, FVM; Crystal Higginson, Physiotherapist, PT; Ellen Hogan, RPN, FVM; Genevieve Hourston-Browne, RN, ED; Alicia Howe-Conlin, PSW, CCC; Jacquelyn Liddle, RN, Operating Room; Barbara Lynn Major, RC, Adm; Karen Masson, RC, Adm; Ashley Morrison, PSW, FVM; Dr. Susie Quackenbush, FP; Charlotte Sim, FSA, FS; David Sprunt, Paramedic, LCPS; Ashley Thompson, PSW, FVM; Mark Toshack, Cook, FS; We thank all of our long service award recipients for their years of dedication to excellent care for our patients and residents.
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“Public consultation is required for each of these steps in the process,” Bowes stated. A variation is also required to recognize the existing height of the Hawthorne Mill from seven storeys at 23.7 metres to 26.8 metres once the original bell tower is in place. Feedback The town received many comments and concerns relating to this project, which were circulated to council members and the developer in November. With a growing need for quality rental units in Carleton Place, Thorbjornsson’s project is the answer, local realtor Laura Keller noted. She added the development would also raise the value of surrounding homes, make the neighbourhood more pedestrian friendly, bring new business to the area and attract more people to Carleton Place from Lanark County and Ottawa. Also expressing support for the development was local realtor Ralph Shaw. He was involved in the sale of the property to Thorbjornsson. For people wondering about the development’s economic viability because it is such a large undertaking, Shaw noted, “the phasing of the project makes it work.” With South Shore Landing on a current brownfield site, “the cleanup alone is worth its weight in gold,” the realtor said. Radek Bandzierz lives at the end of John Street, an area immediately affected by the development, and he began by reading council members the opening paragraph of the town’s OP. “Is this not supposed to be the bible as to how development is supposed to proceed in our town?” Bandzierz asked. Concerned, he added: “There appears to be an appetite to change this document to suit the flavour of the month.” South Shore Landing, Bandzierz said, “will affect our town, our citizens for decades...reflect on the trust we gave you and make sound, informed decisions.” Taking the microphone, Thorbjornsson called himself a small developer embarking on a big undertaking. “I am a small business in a town rapidly growing,” he said. “I am bound and determined to finish this project.” Financing is already in place for phases one and two. Referring to the project in its entirety, “we do not have $60 million in the bank to do it all, but we have an action plan to get it done,” Thorbjornsson noted. “I think this proposal is exactly what this town needs,” he continued. “The Official Plan does say small-town feel, but with council approving 3,000 cookiecutter homes in the last three or four years, I think the feeling is washing away quickly.” “Progress can never be stopped, the developer added. “If it does not happen today it happens tomorrow.” Thorbjornsson deemed the tower component of South Shore Landing “makes this a legacy project, bringing us into the future.” All members of council voiced their
support and concerns regarding the development. Most supported the first three phases, but all had misgivings about phase four. Although he supported phases one and two, Mayor Louis Antonakos indicated, “at this time I am not in favour of phases three and four for two primary reasons...they do not meet the spirit and intent of the OP and DPB.” The mayor would like to have a broader discussion to “truly understand the implications of the project on the neighbours, on the residents of Carleton Place.” When the subject property was declared strategic, “we included the entire town in a very public process,” Antonakos reminded. “Why would we not bring our entire community in if we are making changes...why only listen to those in here tonight?” He stressed more information was needed on phases three and four. Coun. Ross Trimble agreed with Antonakos. In regards to Carleton Place losing its small town character, Coun. Brian Doucett said: “I am sorry, folks, but Carleton Place is no longer the small town we all saw 25 years ago and I moved to in 1963.” “It is undergoing radical change, and we cannot stick our heads in the sand and ignore this,” he added. The councillor voiced he was in favour of the multi-phase project. “Change happens,” Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn said. He recalled living next to a cornfield when he first moved into his home in 1984. Now, he is surrounded by homes. Coun. Sean Redmond said he was shocked when he saw the proposal contained a 13-storey tower. Other concerns included flow of traffic, street width, commercial use and neighbourhood density. “I support phases one through three, but I need more information, studies before I would even consider supporting phase four,” he said. Coun. Theresa Fritz was comfortable with phases one, two and three; however, she has concerns about the 13-storey tower. “We need to come back and look at phase four,” she said. Fritz was one of the last councillors to tour South Shore Landing. On the topic of small towns, she said: “What makes a small town is the people, the merchants, the community, and it is not white picket fences. We need to look at progress...we have subdivisions, we have people moving out here because it is a great place to live...because of the people.” Coun. Doug Black voiced his support of phases one through three, but considered the 13-storey tower “scary for me.” In the end, he was comfortable the town would receive a quality project from the developer. After a recorded vote, council members gave a conditional green light to phases one through three, with discussion brought forward on phase four. Black, Doucett, Flynn, Fritz and Redmond voted in favour of the motion, with Antonakos and Trimble opposed.
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2018 DOG TAGS
Dog tags are due for renewal. Tags help to identify lost dogs and reunite them with their families. Tag(s) are available at the Municipal Office, during regular business hours. The fee is $15.00 payable either by cash; cheque or debit. A replacement tag for a lost tag cost $2.00. Owners are asked to keep the tag securely fastened on the dog at all times. Kennel Licenses are available where applicable for a fee of $30.00. Dogs are prohibited from running at large and are required to be licensed.
2018 GARBAGE TAGS
The 2018 Garbage tags are available for pick up during normal office hours. If you are not the owner of the property you do require written permission from the property owner to pick them up on their behalf. Change of Address Beckwith Township forwards all mail to the last known address provided by the owner. It is the responsibility of the property owner to provide the Township with any change to their mailing address. Owners can call in their change of address, but must follow-up with written confirmation either by fax, mail or in person. The Township will not be held responsible for mail not delivered in a timely manner due to changes in addresses not provided by the property owner.
BECKWITH CROSS COUNTRY SKI CLUB • GROUP CROSS COUNTRY SKI Every Sunday Meet at 11:00 A.M. Winter Picnic – Pack a lunch Goodwood Marsh Nature Trail Beckwith Park ~ 1319 9th Line Beckwith *All Ages Welcome* For more information, please contact the Beckwith Township Recreation Department at 613-257-1539 or cmcgregor@twp.beckwith.on.ca EXPLORE BECKWITH TOWNSHIP
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plaint to the town’s integrity commissioner. Local resident and former mayor Paul Dulmage filed a grievance with Caledon lawyer Robert Swayze against Antonakos, which alleges “a severe breach of the council code of conduct.” The Canadian Gazette obtained a copy of Dulmage’s complaint, which was submitted to the clerk’s office in Carleton Place on Oct. 6. The grievance stems from Swayze’s report on an earlier complaint of misconduct against Antonakos, which was made by area resident and Carleton Place property manager Wally Thorbjornsson. In the report, made public on May 5 and presented to council on May 9, Swayze found a serious breach of the council code of conduct by Antonakos …there was disclosure of at least one in-camera meeting. For 38 years, Lanark County has had an emergency first stage shelter in Carleton Place for women and children in crisis — Lanark County Interval House (LCIH). Now, with the corporate support of Tiree, a management consulting and professional services company, LCIH has secured a second stage housing location. Retail establishments, restaurants, automotive centres and multi-generational farm operations were among those honoured during the second annual Mississippi Mills Long-standing Business Recognition event Oct. 18 at Almonte Old Town Hall. During the fifth annual Business
Awards of Excellence Gala, presented by the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce at the Grand Hotel, the Beckwith Butcher, which was named Business of the Year. Owners Rob and Kathleen Carpenter accepted the award. November A fresh complaint filed with Carleton Place’s integrity commissioner Robert Swayze against mayor Louis Antonakos has been dismissed. In the grievance, filed on Oct. 24 and obtained by the Canadian Gazette, area property manager Wally Thorbjornsson alleged Antonakos violated the council code of conduct by “damaging my business and my reputation.” Thorbjornsson claimed his client, Balu Kuriya of Kids World, was at the town hall working on his building permits when “Mr. Antonakos approached him to give his personal opinion on my work ethic and my business.” Despite marking a milestone 120th birthday this year, the Carleton Place Town Hall is looking pretty good for its age. The Town of Carleton Place’s municipal heritage committee, in conjunction with council and the Carleton Place & Beckwith Heritage Museum, held a special 120th anniversary reception to celebrate the occasion on Nov. 2. Two refurbished Mississippi Mills historic signs were formally unveiled on Saturday, Nov. 4. The first sign, situated on Clayton Road, merely one kilometre from the intersection of County Road 29, commemorates the
19th century royal visit by the Prince of Wales (Prince Albert Edward), later King Edward VII. The 18-year-old son of Queen Victoria was in Canada to lay the cornerstone for the Parliament Buildings. Mississippi Mills Mayor Shaun McLaughlin says the second sign, located at 2312 Ramsay Concession 8, tells the story of a local hero – George Eccles (1873-1909). For a second time in six months, Carleton Place Mayor Louis Antonakos has faced multiple calls to resign over an alleged breach of confidentiality. The pleas, made by Coun. Sean Redmond and a member of the public, former Carleton Place Mayor Paul Dulmage, came during the policy review committee meeting on Nov. 14. With sleeping bags and layers of clothing, nearly 40 people slept outside in the cold in Carleton Place on Nov. 17 to raise money and awareness for area youth facing homelessness. Lea Maurice and Courtney Hartwick, co-owners Soak Artisan Bath & Body, located at 157 Bridge St., organized the event, which was called One Cold Night. ‘Carleton Junction’ is the proposed name of the Carleton Place section of the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail (OVRT), which will serve both motorized and non-motorized users. Nov. 25 was a day to celebrate in the village of Pakenham as the ribbon was cut to officially christen the revitalized Pakenham branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library.
December With a 1.97 per cent tax levy increase for ratepayers in the new year, Carleton Place council officially adopted the town’s 2018 budget during its Nov. 28 meeting. However, longtime and respected treasurer Phil Hogan was quick to point out “this is on the municipal portion only, which makes up about 50 per cent of the bill.” The latest boost to the Almonte General Hospital-Fairview Manor (AGH-FVM) Foundation’s Put Yourself in the Picture campaign came from BMO Financial Group – $40,000. Musician and longtime volunteer Dave Brown is Carleton Place’s newest Citizen of the Year, announced at the Appreciation Awards Night at the Carleton Place arena on Saturday, Dec. 9. Franktown mom of three and Perth native Jillian O’Connor calls Pakenham’s Mike Thompson “the perfect stranger” who has become a very valued friend. After a busy summer riding through parts of eastern and southern Ontario by tractor on his Drive for Jillian initiative, Thompson presented the results of his efforts, $16,500 to Jillian and her children Myla, 5, Landon, 4, and Declan, 2, on Nov. 24. The donation was made at his workshop, just outside of Pakenham. Mississippi Mills chief administrative officer, Diane Smithson, is leaving the municipality. But she doesn’t have far to go. Smithson will become the new chief administrative officer of Mississippi
Mills’ neighbour, the Town of Carleton Place. Her last day will be March 2, 2018. She has spent 20 years in the post, and nine prior to that working for its pre-amalgamation municipalities. Quiet McArthur Island in Carleton Place, situated on the bank of the Mississippi River, is about to get a whole lot busier. On Dec. 12, during the town’s planning and protection meeting, council members approved in principle an application for development at 150 Mill St. – the old woollen mill property. The Municipality of Mississippi Mills was seeking feedback on its draft Community Official Plan (COP) during a Dec. 14 open house and they received just that. In abundance. The upstairs hall at the Almonte Community Centre was standing room only with nearly 400 residents concerned about changes to the COP, particularly the municipality’s decision to designate Natural Heritage Systems (NHS). Under the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), municipalities are required to designate NHS in certain regions (E6 and E7), however the level of policy municipalities can enact is not identified. A NHS is described as an integrated system of environmental features (including wetlands, woodlands and conservation areas) that rely on each other to support natural functions, protect species and ecosystems. According to the draft COP, “a diverse and well-connected natural heritage system contributes to the municipality’s environmental, social, cultural and economic values.”
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THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE ANSWERS IN NEXT WEEKS ISSUE.
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HERE’S HOW IT WORKS: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, if a special opportunity or circumstance comes your way, jump at the chance to be a part of it. Such opportunities might not come along too often, so enjoy the ride.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you have just about sold one of your ideas and now it’s just a matter of being patient. Soon the results will support your vision, and you can enjoy the fruits of your labors.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, looking within yourself can help you get a grasp on your situation and your future. Make the most of this introspection and use it as a catalyst for positive change.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, a newfound devotion to exercise may improve your life in many different ways. If you have been vacillating on whether or not to embrace a new lifestyle, just do it.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Let other people’s perceptions roll off you like water off of a duck’s back, Virgo. To get the full picture, you need to immerse yourself and make up your own mind.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Take certain things with a grain of salt, Capricorn. Until you can flush out the facts, there is no point in worrying or passing judgement. Be patient and things will come to light.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 An unexpected situation has put you out of your element, Gemini. For now you can simply go with the flow and see how things work out. Don’t let this get the better of you.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, take a few steps back and think about whether or not a new approach is needed regarding a specific situation. Thinking logically instead of emotionally may help.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Find more time to explore an important relationship, Aquarius. Don’t overlook the importance of date night. Make time for this important person even if it requires sacrifices.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, dabbling in a few different projects may give you a unique perspective and the inspiration to take things in a new direction. Keep putting out those feelers.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, take a day to recharge your batteries if you feel your energy stores are running low. You may not need an extended vacation to do so, just a day to relax.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, do something unexpected this week and watch as those around you are inspired by your willingness to try new things.
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32. BBQ and soy are two 34. Virtuous 35. Not fatty 37. Foes 38. Merchandiser 40. Dishonest scheme 42. Repents 43. Protective crust 45. Native American people 47. Any place of bliss or delight 49. Bring up 50. Birds 51. Geological times 55. Consumed
34. Taking place in a series 36. Satisfy 1. Methaqualone pill (slang) 38. Freshwater fish of N. America 5. Religious service 39. Laments 9. Woodland gods (Greek myth.) 41. “Girls” creator Dunham 11. “Where Is My Mind?” rockers 43. Indian title of respect 13. Deliberately contrary states 44. Cocoa plum of affairs 46. Network of nerve cells 15. Inflection of the voice 48. Link together in a chain 16. “Great Expectations” 52. Cool 70s crew “The __ character Squad” 17. Becomes a butterfly 53. Persons engaging in ener19. Spoke getic pursuits 21. Tennis player Sharapova 54. Accumulation of glacial 22. Midway between northeast debris and east 56. Fastened 23. Afrikaans 57. A cotton fabric with a satiny 25. No instruction set computing finish 26. Pacific Standard Time 58. Whiskey and bread are two 27. Relaxing places 59. Scottish tax 29. Confiscates 31. Gladys Knight’s fellow performers 33. Witnesses
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1. Rope used to lasso 2. Idyllic places 3. Field force unit 4. Guitar great Clapton 5. Slang for type of skirt 6. Figure skating jump 7. Innocent 8. Mathematical ratio 9. Slowly drinks 10. Line where edges meet 11. Offices of the pope 12. Dry or withered 14. “__ the Man” Musical 15. Difficult situations 18 Greek goddess of discord 20. Marked by smartness in dress and manners 24. Habitat 26. Annoy constantly 28. Full of life 30. Great energy
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Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 21 - Thursday, January 11, 2018
Introducing the communities newest members!
Jack Paul Joseph McNichols
Birthdate: January 24, 2017 Parents: Joe and Lyndsey McNichols Sibling: Emma
Peyton Elizabeth Desiree Schonauer
Birthdate: March 16, 2017 Parents: Steve and Amy Schonauer
2 0 1 7
Whitley Louise Burns
Birthdate: May 8, 2017 Parents: Davey and Kara (Giddy) Burns
Andrew Bradley McRae
Birthdate: February 27, 2017 Parents: Matt and Amy McRae
Colt Lee Fentiman
Birthdate: April 3, 2017 Parents: Jessica and Justin Fentiman Siblings: Sativah and Silas
Easton Robert Bradley
Birthdate: May 24, 2017 Parents: Rob and Sheena Bradley
Elvis Ivan Peisley
Birthdate: March 1, 2017 Parents: Oliver and Julia Peisley Siblings: Scarlett, Miller and Lil ‘Oliver
Piper Ann Campbell
Birthdate: April 27, 2017 Parents: Ian and Natasha Campbell
Lucas Richmond
Birthdate: May 28, 2017 Parents: Brian and Jessica Richmond
Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 22 - Thursday, January 11, 2018
Camden Mackenzie Edmonds-Read
Birthdate: March 8, 2017 Parents: Andrea and Alyssa Edmonds-Read
Johnie Ross Thom
Birthdate: April 30, 2017 Parents: Amy McPhail and Wes Thom
Hugh Gordon Scott
Birthdate: July 3, 2017 Parents: Cory and Yoko Scott Siblings: Enna and Edward
Introducing the communities newest members!
Camden Richardson
Birthdate: July 19, 2017 Parents: Jenn and Dane Richardson
2 0 1 7
Mason James Victor Machan
Ellery Antonia Grace McFayden
Birthdate: August 15, 2017 Parents: Heather and Jeff McFayden Sibling: Frances
Jessie Lianne Kathaleen Jackson
Birthdate: October 20, 2017 Parents: Justin & Rebecca Machan
Birthdate: October 23, 2017 Parents: Alyssa (Burns) and Justin Jackson
Paisley Annabelle MacHardy
Veralee Elizabeth Kinch
Birthdate: November 14, 2017 Parents: Kelly and Andrew MacHardy Sibling: Kaitlyn
Birthdate: November 25, 2017 Parents: Justin and Ashley Kinch
Tilda Jane Lynn Newby
Birthdate: August 19, 2017 Parents: Jennifer and Matthew Newby Sibling: Henry
Kali Sylvia Strickland
Birthdate: October 24, 2017 Parents: Trevor and Julie Strickland Sibling: Harper
Sullivan Graham Gent
Birthdate: December 5, 2017 Parents: Chris Gent and Amanda Gordon
Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 23 - Thursday, January 11, 2018
Lincoln Steven Jerome Stufko
Birthdate: September 22, 2017 Parents: Ashley (Barrie) and Luke Stufko
Declan Bri Gillmor
Birthdate: November 1, 2017 Parents: Holly McPhail and Adam Gillmor Sibling: Phoenix
Mason Crosbie MacFarlane
Birthdate: December 8, 2017 Parents: Jaime Crosbie and David MacFarlane Sibling: Emma
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Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infant’s 0-12months, Monday January 15, 22, 29. 2-3pm, Almonte Public Library 55 High St. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre Intergenerational playgroup, Orchardview by The Mississippi, 219 Paterson Street, Almonte Monday, January 15, 9:30 - 11 am. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday January 16, 23, 30. 9 am noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday January 17, 24, 31. 9am noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Thursday, January 11, 18, 25 9am noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday January 15, 22, 29. 9am noon, Naismith School. For information call 613-283-0095 Euchre, 4 hand, Jan 4 & 18 @ 7:30pm. Sponsored by Town & Country Tenants Assoc., 375 Country St., Light Lunch. Info: 613256-3281. Hub Hospice Palliative Care, Introduces Good Grief, Led by: Barbara Carroll, PHD, 3rd Monday each month, 10:30-noon, Parish House, 70 Clyde St. 613-883-6646 barbaracarroll@rogers.com NLAS Winter Fundraiser Dance, Sat Jan 13 8pm-midnight. Glen Silverson Band. Almonte Civitan Hall. Contact Debbie Brydges for tickets 613-253-6516.
EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday, January 16, 23, 30. 9:3011:30am, CP Arena. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. 9:3011:30 am, Carambeck Community Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 Monthly Breakfast, Carleton Place Legion, Jan.13th, 8am-10:30am. 2 eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, pancakes, toast, baked beans, juice, tea, and coffee. Everyone Welcome. Info: 613-257-1727. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church worships in the Community Presbyterian Church, 111 Church St, Almonte. Morning worship 10am. Transportation available. All welcome. 613-257-5418
Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance Jan 12, 6pm, Chicken N’ Dumplings, mashed potatoes, fresh veggies. Music by “Doug & Pam Champagne” 7:00 - 11:pm. Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance Jan 19, 6pm, Ham & scalloped potatoes, home-made beans. Music by Watermelon Wine 7:00 - 11:00pm. Merrickville Legion, Jan 15, 22, 29. Monday night Euchre 7:00pm. Merrickville Legion, Men’s Dart League every Wednesday Night, Jan 17, 24, 31. 7:00pm. Merrickville Legion, Seniors Luncheon 11:00am - 1:00pm. Jan 18.
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Baby Talk, Wednesday, Jan 17, 1:30-3 p.m. Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 County Rd #43. Kemptville Legion, Bingo, last Sunday of every month. Doors Open at 6:00pm. Refreshments will be available. Kemptville Players Inc. Kids (KPIK) present Winter Wonderland on Saturday, January 20, 2:30pm Urbandale Arts Centre. A locally written story of hope, belief and happiness. Tickets online at www.kemptvilleplayers.ca Memories of the 1998 Ice Storm/Storm of the Century, Sunday, January 14, 2:30pm, St John’s United Church, 5pm Potluck supper & visiting, Potluck theme: Remembering meals from the ice storm. Please bring your own dishes, cutlery, cups St John’s will supply punch, coffee, tea. Monthly Breakfast, 3rd Saturday of every month, Kemptville Legion. 8am-10am. Monthly Euchre Tournaments, 3rd Saturday of every month. Registration at 12:00pm. Games start 12:30pm. Kemptville A.N.A.F. 315 Town Line Rd. Ham, scalloped potatoes, dessert, Jan 12, 5-7pm, open Legion. Refreshments available. to everyone. LANARK Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants 0 - 12 months, Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. 12:30 - 1:30pm, Carambeck CommuCrafts & Chat starting January 18 Thursnity Centre. For information call 613- 283- days at the Lanark Learning Centre 1:30-3:30 0095 - Bring along your crafts and ideas and enjoy Community Home Support- Carleton the social time. Place-Friday Lunch Bunch. Friday, January EarlyON Child & Family Centre play5, 12, 19, 26, Home Support Office @ 12:00. group, Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. 9:30Please call Home Support to reserve or more 11:30am, Maple Grove School. For informainfo on Diner’s Clubs and Transportation. tion call 613-283-0095 613-253-0733 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Thursday, January 11, 18, 25. 9:30Community Home Support- Carleton 11:30 am, Maple Grove School. For informaPlace-Foot Care Clinics. Please call Home tion call 613-283-0095 Support for more information and to book Lanark Civitan Club Country & Western appointments 613-253-0733. Music Jamboree, Sunday Jan 14, door open 12 Community Home Support- Carleton noon, music 1pm, dinner 5pm. Everyone welPlace-Men’s Breakfast. Friday, January 10, come. Info Tom 613-256-3253 Home Support Office @ 9:30. Please call Lanark Legion BR. 395 Music Jamboree/ Home Support to reserve or more info on Birthday Saturday Jan 20 at 1:30pm. MusiDiner’s Clubs and Transportation. 613-253- cians and public welcome. 0733 Open House Lanark Learning Centre, 67 EarlyON Child & Family Centre play- George Street Monday, Jan. 15 from 1:30group, Thursday, January 11, 18, 25. 9:30- 3:30. Tickets available for Peter Brown Frosty 11:30 am, CP Arena. For information call Fling Concert Sat., Jan. 27 Limited seating. 613-283-0095 Writing Group Starting January 16 EarlyON Child & Family Centre play- Tuesdays at the Lanark Learning Centre, 67 group, Monday January 15, 22, 29. 9:30- George Street from 1:30 to 3:30. New mem11:30am, Carambeck Community Centre. bers welcome. Learn, listen, share. Call 613For information call 613-283-0095 259-2207 for information
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Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants 0 - 12 months, January 11, 18, 25. 1-2pm, Taycare Senior Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre Intergenerational playgroup, Carolina Retirement Suites, 12 Alma St. Thursday January 11, 25, 10-11am EarlyON Child & Family Centre Intergenerational playgroup Lanark Lodge, 115 Christie Lake Rd. Friday Jan 12, 10-11am EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday January 15, 22, 29. 9:30 noon. Taycare Senior Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Taycare Senior Centre, Tuesday, January 16, 23, 30. Taycare Senior Centre, 9:30 - noon. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. 10am - noon, Perth Library. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Thursday, January 11, 18, 25. 1- 3:30 pm, Taycare Senior Centre. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre, Thursday, January 18, 25. 1-2 pm, Taycare Senior Centre. Parent Discussion Group. Free child care. For information call 613283-0095 Epiphany Carol Service with the St. James Liturgical Choir & Children’s Choir. Sunday Jan 21, 4pm. Women Entrepreneurs. Learn about the challenges and satisfactions by 2 Perth businesswomen. Talk sponsored by the Canadian Federation of University Women, Monday January 15, 6:30pm. Perth Legion. Perth Legion, Jamboree, Sat. Jan. 13, Harry Adrain hosting Open Mic. 2 pm - 6 pm. Everyone welcome. General Meeting- Monday January 22 7pm. Royal Canadian Legion, Perth 26 Beckwith St.E. Monthly Blood Pressure Clinic at the Factory entrance A in Perth. Takes place the 3rd Wed. of the month. 11 - 2 pm. Call 613267-7000 Perth Community Dinner, St. James Anglican Church, Sat Jan 13, 4:30pm. Drummond St. Perth Old Tyme Fiddler’s Dance, Classic Country Music, Perth Lions Hall, 7:30 p.m. Jan 12. Info: 613-259-2569 or 613-2838703.
Perth Stamp Club Meeting at 7:30 pm., Wednesday, Jan 10, McMartin House, 125 Gore E. For info. call Phil Warrington 613264-0724. Rideau Trail Association, Sunday, January 14, Rideau Trail Hike. Level 1, 6 km. Moderate pace. Snowshoe in Mill of Kintail Conservation Area, Depart Conlon Farm Perth, 9:30am. Car shuttle. Leader: Tom Pearcey, 613-284-1294 Robbie Burns- Evening of January 20 2018. Tickets available at the Perth Legion Bar or Marilyn 613-267-2688 RTA Central Club, Saturday, January 20 Level 1, 6 km. Moderate pace. Snowshoe near Balderson. Depart Conlon Farm, Perth at 9:30am. Leaders: Peder Krogh and Maida Murray, 613-456-6085 Social bridge starts at McMartin House Thursday, January 11 at 1pm and continues thru March 29. For info. call Kveta Privora at 613-300-9502. Instructors and mentors both available each week. St. John Catholic High School Guatemala Exposure fundraising gala, Farrell Hall. Jan. 13, dinner 6 p.m., silent auction and ‘80 style dance. Tickets Mary Cowan: 613-3900824 or email marycowan08@icloud.com The Butterfly Fan Club- Perth & District Breast Cancer Support Group. Thurs., Jan 18, 7-9pm, Perth Family Health Centre, 22 Lewis St. 613-812-4474. We’re Open! 400m wooded ice-trail, shinny-rink, log cabin, hot chocolate, campfire, marshmallows. Perth Outfitters, 21 Craig St, Perth. Details: perthoutfitters.com 613772-1122
RURAL All You Can Eat Spaghetti, Jan. 19, 6pm Royal Canadian Legion Br. #542, Westport Alzheimer Society- Support Group Meetings. 3rd Friday each month, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Country Roads Community Health Centre, 4319 Cove Rd. at Hwy. 15 (Portland). American Mahjongg -Thursdays, 1:30 pm, ABC Hall, everyone welcome, lessons provided, Info Rosetta at (613) 268-2548 CPHC Seniors 50+ Heartwise Exercise Class - Mondays, 9:30-10:30 am, ABC Hall, Info Margaret Miller (613) 273-9244 Toledo Legion, Wings are starting Friday Jan 12th 4-8 and every Friday thereafter. Come on out for some great tasting wings. EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday, January 16, 23, 30. 9:30 -11:30 am, Montague Centennial Hall. For information call 613-283-0095 Kitley Elders Potluck Lunch Thursday Jan 18 noon, Anglican Hall Newbliss. All welcome. Info: Alice 613-284-0307. Line dancing, Fridays, 10-11 am, ABC Hall, for everyone including beginners and seniors, Info Rhonda Aisbitt, rhondaaisbitt@ hotmail.ca or (613) 885-8543
Line dancing, Wednesdays - 3-4 pm, ABC Hall, for everyone including beginners and seniors. Info Rhonda Aisbitt, rhondaaisbitt@hotmail.ca or (613) 8858543 Musicians Circle -Thursdays, 7 pm, ABC Hall, All musicians welcome and all genres of music. For information call Matt Churchill 613-273-9005 mattchurchill@ hotmail.com Rideau Snowmobile Club Annual Breakfast, Sunday Jan 14. Pierce’s Cor. Hall (Malakoff Rd.) 8:30-11:00am. Right on the “A “ Trail. Info Wayne 613-489-3265 Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast January 20, 8 - 11 AM at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road, Snow Road Station. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Dinner January 13, 5:30 PM followed by Quarter Auction. 7:00 PM at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road, Snow Road Station. Snow Road Snowmobile Club General Meeting January 19, 7:30 PM at clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road, Snow Road Station. Soup n’ Sandwich lunch, St. Andrew’s United Church, Toledo. Sunday, Jan 21, noon. Homemade soups, sandwiches, dessert and beverage. Everyone is welcome.
SMITHS FALLS Baby Talk playgroup for parents and infants 0-12 months. Monday January 15, 22, 29. 1-2 pm, 91 Cornelia St W. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Monday January 15, 22, 29. 9 am noon, 91 Cornelia Street W. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre Intergenerational playgroup, Van Horne Retirement Residence. Monday January 22, 9:30 - 11 am, 25 Van Horne Ave, Smiths Falls. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Tuesday, January 16, 23, 30. 9am noon, 91 Cornelia St W. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Wednesday, January 17, 24, 31. 9am- noon, Trinity United Church. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup Thursday, January 11, 18, 25 9am - noon, Kinsmen Building, Lower Reach Park. For information call 613-283-0095 EarlyON Child & Family Centre playgroup, Friday, January 12, 19, 26. 9 amnoon, 1 Cornelia St W. (Parent Run). For more information call 613-283-0095 Station Theatre - Movie Night. January 19 & 20 at 7pm. ‘Victoria & Abdul’ starring Judi Dench. Rated PG-13. Tickets at the door (cash only). 613-283-0300 www. smithsfallstheatre.com/movies
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HAPPY 50th LISA DOWDALL January 13, 1968 To a fun, loving Daughter, Sister, Aunt and wonderful Mom All of our love Mom, Dad, Mason, Madison, Scott, Tracy, Spencer and Seth GO LEAFS!
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The family of the late Wilson Creighton would like to thank all those who attended his visitation and funeral. Thank you for your kind words and thoughts, generous donations, on line condolences, cards, letters and phone calls. It was all greatly appreciated. Thank you to Blair and Son for your professionalism, help and support and to Pat for driving Dad to his final destination, it was a nice touch. Special thanks to Rev. Shelley Roberts and the UCW of St. Andrew’s United Church, Lanark. To all the staff at Lanark Lodge for taking care of Dad for seven plus years, you are amazing and provide the best care anywhere. With our sincere gratitude, Hilda, Grant, Connie, Brian, Lynn and families
DEATH NOTICE HAPPY 65TH BIRTHDAY SURPRISE!! Thanks to my sister and brother-in-law Don and Ann Hare for the beautiful surprise party that was held on January 3, 2018. It was so nice to see all my family, friends and coworkers. Thank you for all the gifts and cards. Thanks to Debbie Stone for the beautiful cake it was very good. You guys can really keep a secret. I will treasure the memories forever. Love you all Faye Moore P.S. Retirement on it’s way, watch out! Happy Birthday to my great niece Chelsie Hare who will be 10 years old on January 10, 2018.... love you.
CARD OF THANKS The family of Dorothy Johnston would like to express our sincere appreciation to all of our dear family, church family, friends and neighbours for your prayers, cards, encouragement, visits and the acts of kindness and support during Dorothy’s illness and passing. Thank you to all the exceptional staff at the Kingston General Hospital/Cardiac Unit for the wonderful care during Dorothy’s stay. We will treasure the heart felt, beautiful and touching services celebrating Dorothy’s life. Thank you also for the contributions of food, flowers and generous donations to her favorite charities. A sincere thank you to Pastor Paul Burly and staff and to Sandy Edwards for your wonderful words of Dorothy’s Christian character. Thank you to Blair and Sons Funeral Home for your support and professionalism helping our family through this difficult time with Dorothy’s passing from this life into eternity with Christ. We thank you Lord for the hope you have provided in him. God Bless, The MacMillan Family The Hammond Family The Johnston Family
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Myrtle King McFarlane will turn 100 on January 17th, 2018. Friends and Family are invited to join her in celebrating on Saturday January 20th 2-4pm Lanark Lodge in the Auditorium Best Wishes Only
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The family of the late Helen MacFarlane (Reid) would like to express our sincerest thank you to our family, friends, neighbours and co-workers for all their support. Your kind words, donations, floral tributes, food, cards and phone calls were greatly appreciated at this difficult time. Reverend Debbie Roi’s beautiful service was a truly moving tribute to our mother, grandmother, Helen. The most heartfelt thank you to Cheryl Hooghiem for the perfect choide of hymn and her beautiful voice to sing it. A huge thank you to John Bowes and staff at Barker’s Funeral Home for their guidance, support and compassion. We can’t thank you enough to the doctors and nurses at both Carleton Place Hospital and Ottawa Civic Hospital for their great care of our mom, grandmother. Thank you to all our relatives that made the trip to support us in our time of need. Nancy, Ken, Brian and Chris Hedderson Cathy and Jamie Rintoul
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Wilma McQuaker RN, ENCC December 3, 1946 - January 1, 2018 It is with profound sadness that her family announces the peaceful passing of Wilma Ethel McQuaker (RN, ENCC) on January 1, 2018, in Almonte, Ont., at the age of 71. Born in Santiago, Chile, in 1946, Wilma lived in Almonte, Kitchener and Vancouver before returning to Almonte in 1981. A loving mother, passionate teacher, compassionate nurse and friend to many, Wilma lived life with her whole heart. She devoted herself to following deeply held values and beliefs that were shaped by her faith in Jesus. Her dedication and perseverance will continue to inspire us and her love, encouragement and generosity will be tremendously missed by the lives she has touched. Dedicated wife of Dr. Neil McQuaker, left to cherish Wilma’s memory are her sister Muriel Molina, daughter Ana MacMillan (Malcolm), son Shaun McQuaker (Lisa), grandchildren Rylan, Braxton and Declan McQuaker and friend Jocelyn Harvey. Wilma was predeceased by her parents Ethel and Nibaldo Molina and her infant son Robert McQuaker. A visitation was held at the Almonte Civitan Club from noon to 2:30 p.m. on Friday, January 5, followed immediately by a funeral service at 2:30 p.m. Refreshments followed the service. There will be no graveside service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Wilma’s memory to the Almonte General Hospital Emergency Department and Medical/Surgical Unit. Wilma’s family wishes to acknowledge the caring and loving support of Dr. Franz Ferraris and Dr. Ursula McGarry and the medical and nursing staff of the Almonte General Hospital.
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WIEDENFELD, Klaus Gunther Passed away at Hilltop Manor Nursing Home, Merrickville, on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Gudrun for 61 years and loving father of Andreas Martin Wiedenfeld (Noreen), Heide Leslay Christine Wiedenfeld and Roland Klaus Wiedenfeld (Kristie). Proud grandfather of Kristi, Leslie (Phil), Kaitlin (Mitchell), Olivia, Vienna and Erika; greatgrandfather of Amelia. Dear uncle of Ralph Wiedenfeld (Marsha). Predeceased by his brother Hans-Reinhold Wiedenfeld (Uschi), as well as one brother and two sisters in Germany. Until the age of 90, Klaus and Gudrun enjoyed a very full, independent retirement in their Kemptville home. Coming to Canada from Germany in 1954, he fulfilled his lifelong dream of owning and running a beef farm with his wife near Waterloo, Quebec, where they raised their family. A graveside service will be held at CAPITAL FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY 3700 Prince of Wales Drive, 613-692-1211 on Friday, January 19th at 11 a.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations in memory of Klaus to Hilltop Manor would be appreciated by the family. Sharing memories online guestbook available at www.capitalmemorial.ca
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Frances passed away, suddenly, at the Kingston General Hospital, on Saturday, January 6, 2018. Frances Dixon, of Perth, at the age of 80. Cherished wife to Eric for over 55 years, and much loved mother to Angela, of Toronto, Greg, of Pickering, and Graeme (Martine Gauthier), of Perth. She was predeceased by her parents, Calvin and Marion Jordan (nee` Palmer). Also left to mourn her loss, are her siblings, Isobel (Alvin) Paul and Mavis (Rod) Woolham, all of Perth. Sadly missed and never forgotten by her “sister”, first cousin, Marion Cameron, of Belleville. Frances always had a special place in her heart for Madeleine, who will indeed miss Frances’ presence in her life. Her family will always recall Frances distinct affection for her daughter, Angie’s, golden retriever, Odey. Eric and Frances met at a square dance 10 years before they became engaged. Because of her love of children, Frances found success in her life as a prolific educator, with over 10 years as an elementary school teacher and over 25 years as a supply teacher. Her faith enabled devotion to the Calvinettes ladies group, service as a Sunday school teacher, participation in the church choir, and chairing the ministry and personnel committees at Calvin United Church, throughout the years. Frances will be remembered for her involvement in the Jordan sisters musical group. In addition, Frances carved out time to pursue her favourite hobbies which included gardening, baking, reading, and sewing. Lastly, she enjoyed photography; Frances could be found snapping lots of pictures at many family events and various social functions over the years. Friends are invited to join Frances’ family on Thursday, January 11 from 2-4 pm and 6-9 pm, at the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, 15 Victoria Street, Perth. A Celebration of Frances’ life will take place at Calvin United Church, Dewitt’s Corners, on Friday, January 12, at 1:00 pm, officiated by Rev. Micheline Montreuil. For those wishing, donations to the following charities will accepted: Calvin United Church, KGH Foundation (Heart Unit), Golden Rescue (www.goldenrescue.ca) To honour her wishes, Frances chose cremation with a Spring Interment to be held at Scotch Line Cemetery, Perth. Frances’ arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O’Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth.
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HEARNE, SHEILA BALLANTYNE ARIEL PATRICIA
(nee Roach) Passed away on December 29th 2017 at the age of 65 surrounded by her family and friends. She leaves behind her loving husband of 43 years, Victor Paul Hearne and her daughter Allison Hearne-Reed (Martyn) of Bromley, England. She also leaves behind her Mother-In-Law Susann Hearne of the Isle of Man, England. Sheila is predeceased by her parents Leo and Mary Roach and her sister Catherine (Pinard). Sheila also leaves behind her sister Peggy Lepage (Richard), her brothers John Roach (Laura) and Robert Roach. In lieu of flowers please donate to The Ovarian Cancer Society or The Almonte General Hospital. Family and Friends May Visit the C. R. Gamble Funeral Home & Chapel Inc. (127 Church St. Almonte, ON. 613-256-3313) On Friday, January 19, 2018 from 10am to 11am. A Celebration of Sheila’s Life will follow visitation in the Chapel at 11am. Condolences & Tributes: www.crgamble.com
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Laming, Orville
Peacefully at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 in his 79th year. Loving father of Kasey Laming, Cody Laming, Kelly Speers, Linda Sovey (Dave Patterson), Sandy (Dan Nelson) and Carter Rutherford. Dear Grandfather of; Jayden, Emma, Liam, Mechelle, Ricky, Brittney, Brianna, Joey, Ryan, Josh, Cory, James and Robert, greatgrandfather of Jamie, Braydon, Nicholas, Ian, Aubrey and Shayne. Dear brother of Giles and Neita. Predeceased by his 3 sons; Jamie and Timmy Waddell and Shayne Laming, his grandson Tyler and his siblings Gordon Laming, Jean Tuepah and Irma Chant. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 95, Smiths Falls on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 1:00pm 4:00pm for a Celebration of Orville’s Life. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
QUINN, CATHERINE (LABELLE)
Catherine passed away in Perth hospital on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2018 surrounded by the love of her family. She was predeceased by her loved husband Frank Quinn, parents Wilfred and Stella (League) LaBelle, brothers Leo, Fred, Francis, Edward and sister Thelma. Catherine was the cherished mother of Tom (Sue) Quinn, Ann (Guy) Larocque, Pat (Lorna) Quinn and Charlie (Shelly) Quinn and adored grandmother of Amanda (James) Gordon, Sarah (Ryan) Mansfield, Brent (Stacey Knowles) Quinn, Jason (Angela) Greig, David Greig, Christopher Bisonette, Cory Bisonette, Caroline Larocque, Ben Larocque, Tim (Brittany McDougal) Quinn, Lindsay (Roger Boyd) Quinn, MacKenzie Quinn, Allison Quinn, Branden and Alyssa Quinn and fifteen greatgrandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her sisters Winnie, Elaine and Teresa (Dave), brothers Mark (Hilda), Paul (Paula) and Mike, all her extended family and friends. Friends and family are invited to join in a Mass of Christian Burial to be held in St. John’s Church, Perth on Friday, January 5th, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Fergusons Falls. In remembrance of Catherine, contributions to St. Patrick’s Church would be appreciated.
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(Retired - Arnprior Aerospace) Peacefully in the comfort of his home on Tuesday morning, January 2, 2018; Mark Dyer Denault of Braeside passed away following a lengthy illness. He was 65. Beloved husband and best friend of Nancy Pell. Dearly loved stepfather of Jay Whitelock (Cari Reid) of Sand Point and Justin Whitelock (Rachael Rouleau) of Fitzroy Harbour and Granddad of Freya. Much loved brother of Lorraine DeJoode (late Harry) of Arnprior; Jill Sheffield (Chuck) and Brian Denault (Lynn Dickson), both of Braeside. Dear son-in-law of Shirley Duhn (Taylor Fitzpatrick) of Arnprior and brother-in-law of Jill Box (Beaver) of White Lake. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews as well as many great friends. Son of the late Bill and Stella (nee Moore) Denault of Braeside. Mark loved life. He enjoyed his motorcycle, the outdoors and the company of family and friends. Though work was important to them, Mark and Nancy travelled across most of Canada and United States on their Harley-Davidson. He was always proud to call Braeside home. A pillar in his community, his active and friendly demeanor earned him the respect of the many who will miss him. Friends called at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Saturday, January 6th from 10 until 10:45 a.m. A Tribute to Mark followed in the Pilon Family Chapel at 11 o’clock. In memory of Mark, please consider a donation to the Arnprior Reginal Health Foundation. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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(Curator- Dominion Arboretum, Ottawa) With his wife Brenda by his side, Trevor Jack Cole of Kinburn passed away peacefully on New Years Eve at the age of 83. Trevor worked at the Central Experimental Farm from the time he emigrated to Canada in 1967 through to his retirement as the last Curator of the Dominion Arboretum in 1995. He was recognized internationally for his work in horticulture and garden writing. He was the author of the Canadian best seller “The Ontario Gardener” and edited many gardening books for publishers including Readers Digest and Dorling Kindersley. In later life he took up singing, and was part of the Arnprior Community Choir and led The Sounds of Music chorus at the Kanata Senior Center. Much loved father of Gavin (Dominique) and Andrea (Trevor), grandfather of Michael (Claude) and brother of Malvary and Jackie. The family requests that anyone wishing to make a donation in his memory please consider Indspire (a national Indigenous-led registered charity that invests in the education of Indigenous people) http://indspire.ca/donate-now/ways-to-give/ orThe Ottawa Mission (providing food, shelter, clothing and skills, and offer healing, faith and hope for building a wholesome life) https://ottawamission.com/make-donation/ Private arrangements entrusted to the care of the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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SABOURIN, GAIL
Gail passed away peacefully at St. Vincent Hospital, Ottawa on Saturday, December 30, 2017, at the age of 78. Much loved mother of Susan (Sandy) Kean and Jesse, Tracey (Grant) Shock and Grant’s son Chase and Troy (Jill) Sabourin and son Tristan. Dear sister of Virginia (late William) Lockett and her children Christine, Kathy and Kevin and Diana (Eric) Dohei and their children Eric Jr. and the late Mary Lynn. Sadly missed by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Family and friends may pay their respects at Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Thursday, January 4, 2018 from noon until service in the chapel at 2:00 p.m. Interment St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or Sit With Me Pet Rescue, Ottawa.
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MACGREGOR , THERESE ELISABETH In her 88th year passed away peacefully at Rosebridge Manor Easton Corners on December 20, 2017. Wife of the late LeRoy MacGregor. Sister in law to Janet Lemax (Jim) and Joy MacGregor. Loving Aunt to Kerenna Gunn and Connie, Robin, and John Lemax. Predeceased by her siblings Florian, Giselle,Aldoria, Claire, Gerald, Aurelin, Rheal, and Georgette. Great Aunt and Great Great Aunt to many nieces and nephews. As per Therese’s wishes cremation has taken place, and there will be no visitation or services. AS expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Rosebridge Manor would be greatly appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
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WHITE, Gary Lee It is with profound sadness the family of Gary White announces his passing on November 30, 2017 in his 65th year. While surrounded by his loved ones Gary lost his courageous battle with a glioblastoma. Cherished husband of Wanda (Shannon) White. Beloved father of Jared (Aarika Black) White and Joshua (Amanda McMeeken) White all of Ottawa. Sadly missed by his mother-in-law Shirley (Rabb)(Shannon) Dennis of Palmerston. Loving brother to Rhonda Eaton (Dennis Fitzgerald) of Smiths Falls and brothers in law Brock (Tammy) Shannon of Harriston, Mark (Miranda) Shannon of Mississauga, Greg (Brenda) Shannon of Scarborough, Jeff (Kim) Shannon of London, Terry (Fran) Dennis of Drayton and sister in law Teri-Lin (Kevin) Mulholland of London. Much loved uncle of Nikki (Julie) White, Jeremy Malloy, Amanda, Chelsey (Lia), Matthew Eaton, Samantha (Jeremy) Gibson, Hugh (Sasha), Faith, Emily, Beth, Katherine, Drew, Lindsay (Alex) and Kara (Josh) Shannon, Greg (Jenn) and Chris Porter, Tom Dennis. Great uncle to Aiden and Abigail Porter, Sophia and Amelia Gibson. Predeceased by his father Glenn White, sister Brenda White, step father Eric Foster and fathers in law Harold Shannon and Ernest Dennis. Gary was followed in death by his mother Lorine (Whalen) Foster-White on December 16, 2017. Gary was known for his down to earth love of nature, big heart, quick smile and gentle presence. First and foremost he loved his God, family and friends. He was active in the Scouting movement for many years and served as Treasurer and Deacon at church. He enjoyed photography, biking, camping, fishing, woodworking, Tim Hortons coffee and action adventure TV shows and movies. We will draw strength from his fine example and celebrate his life with humour and many cherished memories. The funeral service for Gary was held on Monday December 4, 2017 in Ottawa followed by interment at Hillcrest Cemetery, Smith Falls.
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MICHELSON, WILBERT
(Retired Mechanic) Peacefully at The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior in the early morning hours of Tuesday, January 2, 2018; Wilbert Charles Michelson of Arnprior passed away in his 94th year. Beloved husband of Erva (nee Cameron). Loved and respected father of Beverley Young and Barbara Nishimura (Wayne), both of Markham and Wayne (Valarie) of Arnprior. Much loved Poppa of Jordan (Marlo), Joshua (Kasey) and Matthew. Wilbert was the last surviving child of the late Charlie and Tina (nee Scheel) Michelson of McNab Township. He was predeceased by 3 brothers: Kenneth (late Alice), Elmer (late Mary) and Harold (late Lorraine) as well as 2 sisters: Eldeth Fick (late Wilfred) and Viola Krause (late Wally). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. A quiet, hardworking man, Wilbert grew up on the family farm in McNab Township. He became a mechanic and later founded Michelson Wheel Alignment on William Street in Arnprior. He spent many years working alongside his son Wayne who carries on the family business to this day. Family and friends were invited to pay their respects during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Thursday evening, January 4th from 7 to 9 p.m. only. A Funeral Service was conducted in Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church, 116 Baskin Drive West, Arnprior on Friday morning, January 5th at 11 o’clock. Interment Albert Street Cemetery, Arnprior. In memory of Wilbert, please consider a donation to Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church, Arnprior or The Grove Nursing Home, Arnprior. Condolences/Donations www.pilonfamily.ca
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(nee Guy) Peacefully at the Kemptville District Hospital on Thursday January 4, 2018. Margaret Scott age 78 of Oxford Mills. Beloved wife of Aaron Scott. Loving Mom of Doug (Deb) and Don (Donna). Cherished Grandma of Laura, Nicole and Joe. Dear sister of George (Beverly) Guy. Aunt of Judi Paterson, Truda Guy and Ron Guy. Predeceased by her parents Art and Eleanor Guy. Margaret will rest at the North Grenville Municipal Centre, 285 County Road # 44, Kemptville Sunday January 7, 2018 from 11 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 2 p.m. Interment Oxford Parish Anglican Cemetery. By family request donations may be made to the Parkinson Society. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made to www.byersfuneralhomeinc.com
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(NEE RATTRAY) Peacefully with family by her side at Stoneridge Manor on Monday January 1, 2018 at the age of 93. Loving mother of Valerie (Jeff DiGloria). Devoted grandmother of Kaelea (Terry Runtz) and Devin Davies. Proud greatgrandmother of Davis and Denver. Thelma will be missed by her sister-in-law Penny Hermer. A graveside service will take place at United Cemeteries in the spring. For those who wish a donation to Stoneridge Manor would be appreciate by the family. www.barkerfh.com
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ONION, David 1949 - 2015
HANNAFORD, Bev In loving memory our special Mom, Mother-inlaw, Nan and Great Nan, who passed away January 6, 2007. Eleven years have passed since that sad day, When my world came to an end. For that’s the day I lost you, My mom, my best friend. My heart still aches with sorrow, And endless tears still flow. What it meant to lose you mom, No one can really know. Though you are not here with me, We truly are not apart, You will always be living in my heart. “The Wind Beneath My Wings” Sadly missed always remembered, Marg and Family
WILSON, SHIRLEY Peacefully at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on Wednesday January 3, 2018 at the age of 89. Predeceased by her husband Kenneth. Loving mother of Diana Surprenant and Bob (Gay). Proud grandmother of Laura, Bev and Scott and great -grandmother of Ocean, Krystal, Marcus, Natasha, Samantha and Cheyanne. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Baker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Friday January 5, 2018 from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral service Saturday in the chapel at 10 a.m. Internment at the Auld Kirk Cemetery in the spring. For those who wish a donation to the Carleton Place Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
BURROWS, MILBURN LLOYD THOMAS (COOKIE)
Passed away peacefully in hospital, Smiths Falls on Monday, January 1, 2018 at the age of 79. Beloved husband for 57 years of Carol (Marks) Burrows. Loved father of David, Krista, Stephen and Todd (Kim) Burrows. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Tristan, Michelle, Paden, Paige, Steven, Nicholas, Ryan, Brett and Conner. Dear brother of Edwin and Charles. Fondly remembered by his extended family and many friends. Private family services will be held. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 95 Smiths Falls or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Fondly remembered and sadly missed by his many friends. Just another bad beat
MARSH, John “Jack” Douglas July 20, 1927-December 23, 2017 Peacefully at the Perley-Rideau Veteran’s Health Centre in Ottawa, on Saturday, December 23, 2017, at the age of 90. Loving husband of the late Barbara Joan Marsh. Dear father of Doug Marsh, Scott Marsh and Tania Marsh (Chad Clifford). Proud grandfather of Jacklyn, Shalynn, Tanner, Sienna and Solena. Survived by his brother Tom and sister Margaret. Friends may visit the family at the Alan R. Barker Funeral Home, 19 McArthur Avenue, Carleton Place, on Friday, January 12, 2018 from 1 p.m. until time of the funeral service in the chapel at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family.
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HOGAN, Douglas – Who passed away January 16 2014. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather. Our hearts are full of memories, With pride we speak your name, though life goes on without you, It will never be the same. Forever in our hearts Blanche and family
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PHILLIPS, Willy January 14, 2003 No length of time, no lapse of years, Can dim our dear one’s past, For loving thoughts still hold him dear, And will while memory lasts.
LUMSDEN – In memory of our precious daughter and sister. No further away than a picture, A smile or remembered phrase, Rhonda lives in memory, So close in so many ways. For how often does a sunset Bring nostalgic thoughts to mind, Of moments that she shared in days now left behind. Yes, memory has a magic way Of keeping Rhonda near, Even close in mind and heart, Are memories we hold most dear. God called her home January 17, 1989 Always missed by Ron, Shirley, Rick, Ann, Randy, Betty, extended family and friends
Phillips Family Kristina & Ryan
GIFF - In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandma and sister who passed away January 11, 2014 Ruby Giff. As time unfolds another year, Memories keep you ever near. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there. Donald and Family
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WEIR, JOAN CLARA
Peacefully at the GWM Hospital Perth on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at the age of 90 years. Joan was the beloved wife of the late Jack Weir (1995). Dearly loved youngest child of the late William and Eva Lawrence of Channel, Port-aux Basques, Newfoundland and predeceased by her seven siblings. She is lovingly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Joan was so loved by her special friends Diana and Ted Mallory, Diane Gunning, Edith Simon and Mary-Lyn Easter, as well as many other friends near and far. Joan was a Life Member of the GWM Hospital Auxiliary and a Provincial Life Member of the Hospital Auxiliaries Association of Ontario. Sincere gratitude to Dr. Alan Drummond for his compassionate care of Joan over the years. Thank you to the staff of Carolina Suites and the GWM Hospital for their care and concern. Arrangements are private and in the care of the Blair & Sons Funeral Home Perth. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the GWM Hospital Foundation Perth or the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) would be appreciated.
McGRATH, Harvey August 1, 1929 January 15, 2011 Korean War Veteran Local Country Musician Lest we forget Missed by family, sister, brother and friends. Campers and fellow musicians
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In memory of Anthony “Tony” Mark LaBelle March 4, 1964 - January 8, 2005 The Person, The Legend, The Memories DEEGAN, Dennis M. – In loving memory of a cherished husband, father and grandfather. Gone too soon, forever loved and never forgotten. April 19, 1946-January 15, 1993 Today’s the anniversary Of the day we lost you, And for a time it felt as though Our life had ended too. But loss has taught us many things, And now we face each day, With hope and happy memories, To help us on our way. Though we’re full of sadness, That you’re no longer here, Your influence guides us, And we still feel you near. What we shared will never die, It lives within our hearts, Bringing strength and comfort While we are apart. Forever in our hearts, Sharon, Erin and Camden
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CUBITT - In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather Hugh B Cubitt who passed away January 14, 2017. No farewell words were spoken No time to say Goodbye You were gone before I knew it And only God knows why. My heart still aches with sadness And secret tears still flow What it meant to love you No one can ever know Since you will never be forgotten I pledge to you today A hollowed place within my heart Is where you will always stay. Sadly missed by wife Mildred and Family
His love as a youngster playing hockey, skateboarding and his motorbike. His love as an adult for hunting, fishing and sledding. His love as a father to his incredible girls Alexandrea & Hunter. His love for black Labrador retrievers. His love for Bowie, Waylon, Willie, Hank, and Springsteen. His magnetic personality and wit. His uncanniness to share stories. His hilarious sayings and ways he made us all laugh. His intelligence and professionalism at the office. He leaves behind,13 years later, so many fond memories and the ever-longing that we will see him again someday. In faith, in spirit, we remember the person and the legend. Forever in our hearts, Mom & Dad, his girls, siblings, family and friends
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MYERS - In loving memory of Scott Joseph George, who passed away on January 14, 1998. Twenty years have passed and gone Since one we loved so well, Was taken from our home on earth With Jesus Christ to dwell. “The memory of the righteous will be a blessing.” Prov.10:7 Missing you always, Mom, Dad, Bob, Steve and Families
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Sept. 4, 1941 ~ Jan. 14, 2008
SUFFRON, Louise – In remembrance of Louise Suffron. Our loving mother, sister, grandmother and aunt. God blessed us with you. You will always be with us. With love from the Bennett and Suffron Families
We miss you Dad. Until the 12th of Never, we’ll be loving you. From your family
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HANNAFORD, Bev In loving memory of my dear wife who passed away January 6, 2007. In a quiet country graveyard, Where the gentle breezes blow, Lies the one I loved so dearly And lost eleven years ago. Always remembered and forever loved Stu
Larry Leeson
It has been ten years since we said goodbye. The grief is still there, because we loved you so much. But the blinding pain has dimmed enough now so that the memories can shine through. Now we are more likely to burst into laughter than tears at the mention of your name. And we suspect you would approve, because you loved to laugh.
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Griffith, Soni L A precious wife, mother, and daughter-in-law who is dearly missed everyday. Passed away January 7, 2013. Remembering you can make us smile, Bring laughter or a tear, How precious are those memories, The keep you ever near, Although we cannot touch your hand, Or sit and laugh with you, We miss you in so many ways, And the things we used to do. With all our love, Ernie, Charles, Kyle, David and Ruth
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In memory of Peter Nanne November 15, 1959 - January 11, 2016 Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Mary, Diana, Rebecca and Family Christine and Family, Robert and Family
DELISLE, Don May 2, 1957 - January 11, 2013 In loving memory of a dear and special man who was in my life for 20 years. I miss our days together and up at the lake on our pontoon boat. It was so nice on the water with our friends there and the lovely potlucks we had there. And not to forget the nights you loved getting on the boat and going fishing that you loved so much and maybe catch a fish or two. Miss you, till we meet Love, God Bless Faye Moore
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JULIAN, Rita and Eric January 10th, 2008, February 2nd, 1996 In loving memory of a dear Mom and Dad, Grandma and Grandpa. The years are quickly passing Though still we can’t forget For in our hearts that love them Their memories linger yet. Remembering you always Love Your Family
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4x5 Round bales of hay, stored inside, horse or cow hay. 613-253-8006
Colonel By Luxury adult apartments. Close to County Fair Mall in Smiths Falls. Air conditioning, exercise room, party room, library and elevator. 613-283-9650.
FOR SALE - 4x5 Oat green feed round bales. Cedar pickets, rails, post Baled dry & covered. & mill logs for sale. Call or Also some hay bales. 613-794-4503. (Perth) text 613-913-7958. Fridges, stoves, dishwasher’s, washers, driers and freezers sold with free 30 day warranty. Extended warranty is available. Delivery available. Dan Peters Sales Centre - 3768 Hwy 43 west, Smiths Falls. Open Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays 12 pm - 5 pm. We meet by appointment 613-285-4224 Dan Peters. 40 years in the appliance business. We Buy & Sell.
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Perth 1 and 2 Bedroom Seniors Only Apartment, HAY, ROUND and 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom. square bales. Brand new 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in new 613-258-3566 duplex. Includes heat, hydro, water, a/c, appliancTOM’S CUSTOM es, internet, television, AIRLESS PAINTING parking storage , fridge, Specializing in roof stove, washer, dryer, dishwasher, microwave. barn & aluminum/ Seniors only. $1,900. vinyl siding painting 613-349-9377 *30 years experience. *Screw nailing and roof repairs. Perth, 2 bedroom renovatInsured and Bonded ed upper level apt. 5 min. Free Estimates west of Perth, parking. $650 plus utilities, appli(613)283-8475 ances included. First/last. References. 613-868-5323.
4Sale - Dry hardwood, stored inside. Delivery & LIVESTOCK pickup options. Call 613-257-5095 for details. Wanted to buy, horses, colts and ponies, all types. 5 Generations of firewood Contact Bob Perkins at sales, all hardwood, cut 613-342-6030. and split. Stored inside. 613-253-8006. WANTED TO RENT Adding warmth to your life for over 25 years. Cut, split or log lengths. Delivered or picked up. Phone Greg Knops cell: 613-340-1045 613-658-3358 after 7pm
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Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arms Courses and exams held once a month at Carp. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.
2 bedroom upper apartment, $1050 monthly. Recently upgraded. Available now. Smiths Falls. Parking for 1 small car. No dogs. ReferencLooking to purchase used es required. firearms in need of repair 613-447-8741. or refinishing. (Handgun, riffle or shotgun) Walter: Carleton Place. 3 Bedroom 613-812-0607 Riverview house, attached garage, 2nd floor laundry. WANTED Master suite with ensuite and twin walk in closets. CASH; my client needs $1,350 includes water. Call property in need of repair John 613 229-0737 or renovation. Also looking for a small hobby farm. Call Carleton Place, Seniors me for free evaluation. Call 50’s Plus Building. No Gerry Hudson: smoking, no pets. First 1-613-449-1668. Sales & last months rent Representative of Remax $750.00 & up. 1 & 2 Riverview Realty Ltd. bedroom apartments. Brokerage Call 613-863-6487 or 613-720-9860 Wanted - furnace oil, will remove tank if possible. Code Apartments. Smiths Call 613-479-2870. Falls. Spacious, bright, 2 bedroom in clean, quiet, Wanted for scrap: cars, adult building. Fridge, trucks, vans and applianc- stove, parking, laundry faes. Phone 613-551-6698. cilities. 613-283-7779.
PERTH AREA 4 acre mini ranch. 4 Bedroom oversize side split home. Full bath plus two 3pc washrooms. Partly finished basement small garage. Wooded area. Privacy. $259 000. Call Gerry Hudson 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage $174,900 The Barrington Condominiums, 10 Armstrong Drive, Smiths Falls, 2 bed, 2 bath Condo with indoor Garage. Open House Saturday Jan 20th, 11am to 1pm. Visit www.propertysold.ca/ 4930 for details and pictures. 613-283-6245
DELUXE RANCH; top quality, spotless, over 3000 sq ft, 21/2 bath modern home, Smith Falls. 168 acres, overflowing creek 2 large barns several paddocks Smiths Falls, 1st floor, 1 and nature trail. Pristine bedroom apartment, all in- property $629 000 or clusive, including wifi. trade for your property. $925/mnth. 613-889-2894 Call Gerry Hudson 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Smiths Falls, Toulon Riverview Realty Ltd. BroPlace Apartments, 3rd floor, 2 bedroom kerage $870/mth; Available Immediately. Clean, quiet, HELP WANTED secure building, live-in superintendent, ground floor laundry. 613-283-9650.
MY CLIENT will pay cash for multi-unit income property in Perth, Smith Falls, Carleton Place area. Free evaluation on request. Call Gerry Hudson 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of SPACIOUS 2 Bedroom Dry Hardwood cut split, & Remax Riverview Realty Apt. oasis-like type of delivered. Prompt delivery Ltd. Brokerage environment, plants, $350/full cord. fountain, fireplace, bal613-267-5772 SENIOR LADY urgently cony, laundry, parking. needs 1 or 2 bedroom Please call for specific Firewood For Sale, sea- apt to rent, in the Al- details. $700 all in. soned hardwood, cut & monte area. Please call Working female preferred. Available immedisplit. 613-264-6300 (613) 256-7918. ately. 613-698-6589 or For Sale, Dry Firewood, COMMERCIAL RENT 613-268-2258 cut, split & piled to dry for 1 1/2-2yrs and stored VEHICLES in Shed. Erwin CavaHALL RENTAL nagh, 613-267-5111. Classic & Vintage HANLEY HALL Wanted: cars & trucks. Please call Corner of Lumber Pine, Hemlock, or Mark 613-360-2699. McGill & William Sts. Hardwood for barn, buildSmiths Falls ing, or repairs /horse shelters & garden sheds. You’ll be Air conditioned 613-267-5772 TD Logging, Cut Split hardwood. $300 full cord, FOR RENT soft-wood $150 full cord, screened, before loading, no debris, visa accepted. 1 Room for rent, 42 613-812-5454 Church St West, Smiths 613-264-5454. Falls, full-time working quiet person, all inclusive, HUNTING SUPPLIES $120/wk. 613-812-2400.
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Notice to Creditors and Others All claims against the estate of Margaret Geraldine Frechette, late of the Town of Perth in the County of Lanark, who died on the 23rd day of October, 2017, must be filed with the undersigned Estate Trustee on or before the 29th day of January, 2018; thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. DATED at Perth this 20th day of December, 2017. Mary Elaine Delisle, Estate Trustee, by her Solicitors, BARKER WILLSON PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, 31 Foster Street, Perth ON K7H 1R8. Attn: S. Craig Halpenny 613-267-2800
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A Small Job or More. Renovations/Repairs. Kitchen & Bath, Tub-toshower conversions, grab bars, painting, plumbing, flooring, tile, countertops, decks. 613-858-1390, 613-257-7082.
Busy Perth dental office looking for part time receptionist (12 hours). Dental experience an asset. Please reply to Box PL, c/o Metroland, PO Box 158, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1.
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Full time Junior Shipper/Receiver required to start immediately. Grade 12 required as well as your own steel toed boots/shoe. 2 years Order Picking and Packing experience with Inventory Control knowledge and strong math skills. 40 hour work week with the possibility of overtime. Hourly rate: $16.00 to start. We manufacture fine fragrances so a tolerance to fragrance is required. Please email you resume kelly.mitchell@michelgerm ain.com
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Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? There is help available for you in AL-ANON/Alateen. Call 613-284-6100, 257-3138, 272-3105, 203-3713, 826-2566, Breath easy! Let me 283-3920. clean your home or office. I offer competitive rates Overeaters Anonymous and a flexible schedule. 613-264-5158 Call 613-552-5924
LEGAL Notice for Local Parents
Pat Quinn and Brent Rotondo will no longer sign up and supervise target markers for the DCRA at the Connaught Shooting Range.
LOST & FOUND Walking cane found in Metroland Media parking lot, 65 Lorne St., Smiths Falls. Call 613-283-3182
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Experienced, reliable cleaning lady. I don’t cut corners, I clean them. Please call Karen cell 613-868-4723.
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The Town of Smiths Falls Requires One (1) Full-Time SENIOR PLANNER The Town is accepting applications for one (1) full time Senior Planner Duties of the position include but are not limited to: Ø Responsible for reviewing and processing development applications made under the Planning Act and other legislation. Ø Prepares and presents professional planning advice, research, reports and recommendations to Council. Ø Administers and enforces land use planning procedures and policies. Ø Provide information, interpretation, advice and opinion regarding planning, growth and development issues to the public, agencies, municipal staff, consultants, committees and councils. Ø Oversee and direct planning processes (including official plan amendments, zoning by-law amendments, subdivisions / condominiums, site plans, consents, minor variances, interim control by-laws, etc.) including the preparation of notices, by-laws, reports, agreements, etc. Ø Prepares site plan control agreements and coordinates the review of site plans with internal departments and outside agencies. Ø Responsible for the preparation of the Planning budget and monthly monitoring of the same. Minimum qualifications: Ø University degree in a Planning Program or a related discipline. Ø Registered Professional Planner designation from the Ontario Professional Planners Institute, or must agree to obtain designation within a time frame mutually acceptable to the Employer. Ø A minimum of three years of land use planning experience, preferably within a municipal planning environment. Ø Demonstrated excellent verbal, written (including report writing), presentation and related communication skills. Ø Excellent research, analytical, organizational, time management, communication, independent decision making, problem solving and negotiation skills. Ø Ability to interact harmoniously and diplomatically with the public, development industry, Town departments and elected officials. Ø Comprehensive understanding of the Planning Act, other relevant statutory documents, Provincial Policy, and planning processes. Ø Proficiency in Microsoft Office as well as knowledge of basic Geographic Information Systems and mapping. Ø Valid drivers’ license, the use of a vehicle, and the ability to travel as required to fulfill job responsibilities. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume by: Friday February 9th, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. to: Lynda McKimm Human Resources Advisor by email to lmckimm@smithsfalls.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
PUBLIC WORKS TECHNOLOGIST Reporting to the Public Works Manager, the Public Works Technologist will be responsible for overseeing the construction and maintenance of municipal assets, procuring and managing contracts for goods and outsourced services, taking a lead role in the establishment and maintenance of an asset management plan and a ten year capital plan, overseeing capital projects, preparation of departmental budgets, reviewing and providing engineering comments and conditions on land use proposals and providing other services to support the functions and activities of the Public Works Department. The Township is seeking a motivated and results oriented individual to join our team with solid knowledge of municipal legislation and practices and civil engineering standards, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and working knowledge of MS Office suite software. Experience with GIS would be considered an asset. The ideal candidate will have acquired a three (3) year community college diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, have the ability to obtain and maintain membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT), have a valid Class ‘G’ driver’s license and have a minimum of two (2) years progressively related work experience, preferably in a municipal setting. The full position mandate is available on the Township website. The 2018 salary range is $56,474 to $62,972 (for a 35 hour work week) and a competitive benefit package makes this an attractive full-time permanent position for the right candidate. Please submit a cover letter and resume no later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, January 29, 2018 in confidence to: Tay Valley Township Amanda Mabo, Clerk 217 Harper Road, Perth, ON, K7H 3C6 or e-mail: clerk@tayvalleytwp.ca Tay Valley Township is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring all candidates are able to participate in the interview process fully and equally. If contacted for employment, please let us know if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information collected from applications is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used to determine qualifications for employment. Questions about the collection of Information should be directed to the Clerk at the address indicated above.
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Personal Support Worker Positive, Hard Working, Forward Thinking, Part-Time Personal Support Worker Needed – For Life-Loving, Active Man Recovering From A Significant Stroke.
Perth, Ontario Couple is seeking a dedicated, high energy Caregiver to expedite the recovery of this 76-year old man EXPECTING to defy his current medical prognosis by regaining his ability to Walk and recover movement in his affected arm. The Ideal candidate MUST have training as a ‘Personal Support Worker’ and successful experience working working with stroke recovery. Experience in Physical Therapy or Rehabilitation would be ideal as tasks will include assisting with exercises assigned by current Physio and Occupational Therapists. You will be responsible for Personal Care including toileting, showering, grooming and dressing; physical and cognitive exercise facilitation and encouragement; organizing activities to stimulate mental awareness; medication reminders; housekeeping duties; driving to appointments (including into Ottawa), escorting to events and activities; other activities of daily living; respite and companionable support for both husband and wife. Driver’s license is required.
To Confidentially Apply, Call Krista at 613-812-5200. You can also EMAIL your Resume WITH References to KristaHearty@GMail.com. HELP WANTED
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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE MANAGER Mike Fair Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac Ltd.
The Town of Smiths Falls Requires one (1)
Part-Time Arena Worker The Town of Smiths Falls is looking for a reliable, conscientious individual to provide a variety of duties in our arena’s, along with other municipal facilities. The ideal candidate must be able to take direction and have the ability to communicate effectively. There will be a requirement to work flexible hours, holidays, weeknights and weekends. Possessing a valid Class “G” Driver’s License will be considered as an asset. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume by Friday January 26th, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. to: Lynda McKimm Human Resources Advisor by email to lmckimm@smithsfalls.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Is looking for a responsible and enthusiastic individual to oversee our successful and busy Service Department. Successful candidates will have a strong management aptitude, be professional, and have excellent customer service skills and organizational detail. Duties and responsibilities will include:
Successful candidates should have the following skills and qualifications: • Must be able to provide excellent support for both external and internal; customers • Strong leader and communicator • Previous management experience, previous service advisor experience, and/or experience in a General Motors dealership is preferred • Technical acumen is required - developing a knowledge of General Motors vehicles and products is a must • Comfortable using computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Office; previous experience with dealer management systems (DMS) is an asset • Minimum 5 years mechanical automotive background/experience We offer comprehensive ongoing training and a very competitive remuneration package, including bonus structure, demonstrator, and group benefit plan.
Please email resumes to Kristine Fair, President at kristinef@mikefairchevcadillac.com by Friday, January 19th
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CUSTOMER SERVICE INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE Required to work in our Stittsville office. Good knowledge of online Marketing & Sales For complete job details see our website: mcp.on.ca/companyinfo/employment Email resume to: ivy@corporate.on.ca HELP WANTED
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Part-Time Life Enrichment Aides required for Rosebridge Manor, our LTC home in Jasper. For Job qualifications please go to our website, omniway. ca listed under careers. Please submit resume to: kbarr@omniway.ca or fax: 613-283-9012. OMNI is committed to offering accommodations to applicants with disabilities wherever possible. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us at: mlegros@omniway.ca, phone 705-748-6631, or by fax 705-742-9197. Applicants must be permanently eligible to work in Canada upon hire. Proof of eligibility for permanent roles may come in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, permanent residence card, or Confirmation of Permanent Residence document. CLS797622_0111 CLS798231_0111
• Maintaining all systems, procedures, and processes within the Service Department • Maintain high customer satisfaction at all times • Monitor and maintain high service KPI’s as per dealership and General Motors standards • Track performance of service advisors and technicians • Meet monthly performance targets • On floor presence, repair verification, quality control when required • Provided support, supervision, scheduling and training for all Service Departments employees • Coordination of manufacturer warranty/recall customer contact, repair approval, parts acquisition and paperwork • Work order verification and analysis • Handling any escalations and customer concerns • Ability to work a flexible schedule
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As a leading manufacturer of advanced textiles and materials, we are excited about our future and the role talented individuals play in our company. ABOUT US: We have a talented team of dedicated employees focused on excellence. We are looking to fill the following position at our manufacturing plant in Perth.
Manufacturing Operators ABOUT YOU: • Positive • Detail Oriented • Problem Solver • Strong Communication Skills Please forward your resume with a list of references to: careers@albint.com Thank you for your interest. Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 31 - Thursday, January 11, 2018
HELP WANTED Busy Handyman Service looking for Snow-plow Operators and shovelers. Parttime or could lead to fulltime. Call 613-267-5460. Local Cleaning Company requires a part-time (days) cleaner in Smiths Falls for daytime work. Send resume to: palmerscommercialcleanin g@gmail.com
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Occasional Kennel Help: Hallville, Ontario Reliable, trustworthy adult. Feeding, caring for and monitoring all breeds/sizes of dogs in kennel areas. Training provided. Transportation required. Interested? Contact 613-989-1342.
Carleton Place - Highly visible location, 800 sq foot retail, with kitchenette and washroom. Two bedroom apt above with laundry room and sundeck. $239,000. For more information call 613-257-5215
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6 Industrial Road, Kemptville (613) 258-4570, 800-387-0638
CLASS A/Z FLATBED DRIVERS REQUIRED * NEW PAY PACKAGE * * SIGN ON INCENTIVE * We offer: Competitive wage and benefit package Excellent, well maintained equipment Dedicated tractors Home every weekend Our primary area of operations is from Eastern Ontario to the GTA, Southwestern Ontario and Michigan. We require: 2 years AZ experience Clean abstract Professional attitude Please call 800-387-0638 for more information or forward resume to info@tibbstransport.com or fax to 613-258-5391. www.tibbstransport.com
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310T Truck/Coach MECHANIC Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited has a state of the art, full service, repair facility. We are looking for energetic, self-starters, who enjoy a team environment. Our mechanics are responsible for performing inspections, preventative maintenance, major and minor repairs, modifications and overhauls on company vehicles. Details: • Full-time, year round employment in state of the art facility • 310T license or certification required • Candidates must have their own tools • Attractive Compensation offered for qualified candidates Please contact us today! Email: careers@thomascavanagh.ca FAX: 613-253-0071
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TEAM LEADER Full Time Supervisory Position Mills Community Support is seeking a Team Leader for its Adults with Complex Needs (ACN) Program. This program supports individuals age 18 to 50, many of which have complex developmental, physical/primary medical behavioural and mental health diagnoses. Program expansion is anticipated. A key role of the Team Leader is coaching, mentoring and training of direct support teams. They will follow individual treatment interventions and programming as well as develop effective collaborative relationships with clinical resources, community partners and family/circles of support. Major Duties include: • Supervising, coaching and mentoring direct support professionals; • Fostering learning, development and operational expertise; • Providing Person Centered Support by providing oversight for the program functioning and positive outcomes for all ACN services through effective leadership and support; • Demonstrating effective utilization of financial and human resources through budget monitoring; • Ensuring each team’s work plan is complete and implemented in relation to the team’s mission and goals and providing timely quarterly reports. A full job description including Core Skills is available upon request. Minimum Qualifications: 2 Year College relevant diploma (example SSW/DSW/Mental Health & Addictions) which provides a comprehensive background in supporting vulnerable individuals with complex behaviours and mental health needs. Formal training and experience working with individuals with dual diagnosis. Required: 3 years Supervisory/Leadership experience and some mental health training. Mills Community Support mission is to help create welcoming communities through capacity building, partnership and person centered services. Applications Due: January 19th, 2018 Address: 67 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 610, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Fax: (613) 256-1185 Email: info@themills.on.ca
Saturday, January 13, 2018 Auction 10a.m. – Viewing 9a.m.
Victorian Glass, Art, Clocks, Crystal, Vintage Comics, Antique Furniture, Fine China, Collectibles @www.handsauction.com Opens Friday, January 12 @ 9 a.m. Closes, Thursday, January 18 @ 7 p.m. Preview Monday, January 15 from 4 – 6 p.m.
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PLUS HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS. RESTAURANT EQUIP’T & COMM. KITCHENWARE. to be held on site @ 8092 Cty Rd 29 Addison, ON K0E 1A0 on Sat, Jan. 20/18 @ 10 am Property to be sold @ 11 am
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We are proud to have been consigned to offer for auction, the outstanding private collection of Murray and late Hazel Detweiler of Oxford Mills, ON. Featured in this Auction will be 26 pieces of Canadian Sport Scene Pottery, Port-Neuf Pottery, a set of California Pattern Early Transferware, a great assortment of Early Canadian Furnishings, as well as a spectacular assortment of Smalls & Collectibles Owner & Auctioneer Not Responsible for Loss or Accident Terms: Cash or Good Cheque with Acceptable ID Only No Interact, or Credit Card Payments NO BUYERS PREMIUM APPLIED!! NOTE: We are presently booking spring on site Farm and Estate Auctions as well as accepting Quality consignments for our remaining indoor auctions during the winter as well as machinery and equipment for our Annual Spring Consignment Sale. The most successful spring auction is planned and prepared for in the winter, call now to be assured your desired date. Thanks in advance to our valued customers, looking forward to serving you more in 2018. Auction Conducted By Peter Ross Auction Services Ltd. Ingleside ON 613-537-8862 For Full Listing & Pictures Visit Our Website or Follow Us On Facebook www.peterrossauction.ca
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SUN, JAN 14, 2018 @ 10 AM PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE, ON This sale features a variety of new & as new home accents, kitchenware’s, Tangine cookers, collectibles, sterling flatware, tools etc. Auctioneers Note: This sale has a wide variety of items, something for everyone. For a more detailed list with photos, terms of sale, go to www.lmauctions.ca
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Saturday January 20th at 9:30 AM Doors Open at 8:00 AM To be held at our facility 15093 Cty Rd 18, east of Osnabruck Centre From Hwy 401 take Ingleside Exit #770 Dickinson Dr., travel North approx. 1 ½ km’s to Osnabruck Centre, turn East onto Cty. Rd 18 travel ½ km. Watch for signs!
ESTATE/CONSIGNMENTS AUCTION Commercial food equipment, firearms, archery, fishing, qty of tools, model ships, antiques, collectibles & much more! For listing and pictures see www.theauctionhunt.com Terms: Cash or Good Cheque
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Auction Sale Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer
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Eastern Ontario’s Largest Indoor Flea Market
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~ A Powerful Way to Purchase a Property ~ To be sold by “Hot” Power of Sale. Property has diversity & can be yours, if you act fast. The lenders are eager to sell. Featuring a c1800’s two story limestone building. Steel roof. Commercial septic (only 6 yrs old). On well. 200 & 100 amp services. High efficiency natural gas fired rooftop furnace (RTU) & HVAC . Natural gas hot water. Water softener. UV water disinfection system. Main level Calamity Jane’s use to feature one of the best dining experiences in the 1000 Islands. Quaint restaurant/pub/lounge w/seating for 79. 2 rest rooms. Working commercial kitchen. The 2nd storie living accommodations features 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, 4 pce bath, sunken family room, ample storage & a huge walk-out balcony. Tin clad garage. Zoned Commercial-Residential. Taxes; $ 4655.57 (+/-). Located in a highly visible area on a main corridor (Hwy 29 just north of the city of Brockville). This property will be sold w/ a very reasonable reserve bid. For private viewing, terms & conditions please call our office @ 613-267-6027. Property is a Gem. Perfect for use as a restaurant, cafe or antique shop on a busy busy corridor. Or, breathe new life into a family homestead. A great opportunity to acquire good used food service equip’t. Please note payment.
Sealed Tenders will be received in envelopes clearly marked as to contents by the Town Clerk at her office in the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario, until 10:00 am local time on 25th day of January 2018 for:
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UV UPGRADE Contract # 18-PW-001 Tenders will be opened in Public at 10:05 am local time on January 25th, 2018, in the Council Chambers at the Town Hall, 77 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, Ontario. Questions regarding this tender are to be submitted to Beth Hamley, EIT, Project Coordinator at R. V. Anderson Associates Ltd., Phone # 613-226-1844 x 226, Email ehamley@rvanderson.com. If you wish to obtain tender documents, please contact Nadine Bennett (nbennett@smithsfalls.ca) or Kerry Costello (kcostello@smithsfalls.ca). The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. AMENDMENTS TO BIDS SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED OR ACCEPTED
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*<Drive Into The New Year Lease Bonus Event> Limited time lease offer valid to eligible lessees in Canada who obtained credit approval and enter into a lease agreement with GM Financial, and who accept delivery from January 3, 2018 – January 31, 2018 of a select new or demonstrator 2018 MY GMC vehicle. 2018 MY vehicle not eligible for this offer is Canyon 2SA. Total Lease Value consists of $3750 manufacturer-to-dealer New Year Lease Bonus (tax-exclusive), the GM Card Application Bonus (tax-inclusive), and may include manufacturer-to-dealer lease cash (tax exclusive) (“Lease Cash”). Lease Cash applies to select vehicles and value depends on model purchased: $1,500 on new 2018 Acadia, Terrain, Sierra HD, Yukon, Yukon XL, Express, Savana, City Express; $2,000 on new 2018 Sierra LD Reg Cab, Canyon (excl 2SA); $2,500 on new 2018 dSierra LD Double Cab; $2,750 on new 2018 Sierra Crew Cab. 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Sierra 1500 Double Cab Elevation Edition Lease: Lease based on suggested retail price of $46,550, includes, $1000 manufacturer-to-consumer GM Card Application Bonus (offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank GM Visa Card [GM Card] or current GM Card cardholders) (tax inclusive), $2,000 manufacturer-to-dealer lease cash (tax exclusive), and a manufacturer-to-dealer $3,050 New Year Lease Bonus (tax exclusive) for an eligible new 2018 Sierra Double Cab Elevation Edition at participating dealers. Bi-weekly payment is $195 for 48 months at 2.5% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $3,100 down payment is required. Total obligation is $23,429, plus applicable taxes. Taxes, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies, duties and, except in Quebec, dealer fees (all of which may vary by dealer and region) are extra. Option to purchase at lease end is $20,055. See dealer for details. Discounts vary by model. Dealer may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. Offers may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. Sierra 1500 Double Cab Elevation Edition Finance: Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles financed and from between January 3 – January 31, 2018. Financing provided, on approved credit, by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Representative finance example based on a new 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab Elevation Edition. Suggested retail price is $47,750. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in required. $47,750 financed at 0% nominal rate equals $628 per month for 72 months. Total Value consists of $3,050 manufacturer-to-dealer (tax exclusive) New Year Lease Bonus, $2,100 manufacturer-to-dealer Finance Cash (tax exclusive and $1,000 manufacturer-to-consumer GM Card Application Bonus (offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank GM Visa Card [GM Card] or current GM Card cardholders) (tax inclusive). Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $40,851. Taxes, $1,700 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning charge (where applicable), PPSA, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies and duties (all of which may vary by region and dealer) are extra. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time financing offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. Acadia SLE-1 AWD Lease: Lease based on suggested retail price of $38,140 includes $750 manufacturer-to-consumer GM Card Application Bonus (offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank GM Visa Card [GM Card] or current GM Card cardholders) (tax inclusive) and $1,500 manufacturer-to-dealer New Year Lease Bonus (tax exclusive) towards the lease of an eligible new 2018 GMC Acadia SLE-1 AWD at participating dealers. Bi-weekly payment is $189 for 48 months at 0.9% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $1,700 down payment is required. Total obligation is $21,351, plus applicable taxes. Taxes, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies, duties and, except in Quebec, dealer fees (all of which may vary by dealer and region) are extra. Option to purchase at lease end is $15,516. See dealer for details. Discounts vary by model. Dealer may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. Offers may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia.Terrain SLE FWD Lease: Lease based on suggested retail price of $32,090, includes $500 manufacturer-to-consumer GM Card Application Bonus (offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank GM Visa Card [GM Card] or current GM Card cardholders) (tax inclusive) and $1,500 manufacturer-to-dealer New Year Lease Bonus (tax exclusive) towards the lease of an eligible new 2018 GMC Terrain SLE FWD at participating dealers. Bi-weekly payment is $159 for 48 months at 0.9% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $1,250 down payment is required. Total obligation is $17,743, plus applicable taxes. Taxes, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies, duties and, except in Quebec, dealer fees (all of which may vary by dealer and region) are extra. Option to purchase at lease end is $13,157. See dealer for details. Discounts vary by model. Dealer may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. Offers may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. Feature Legal: 1 Sierra 5-star Overall Vehicle Score applies to 1500 series vehicles. U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). 2 Visit onstar.ca for vehicle availability. Services and connectivity vary by model, conditions as well as geographical and technical restrictions. Requires active OnStar service and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T or its local service provider. 3 The OnStar Basic Plan is available on eligible new and pre-owned vehicles equipped with OnStar 4G LTE hardware for 5 years or the remaining term. The Basic Plan is transferable to subsequent owners for the remaining term. It includes the monthly Diagnostics Report emails (capabilities vary by model), Dealer Maintenance Notification, access to select vehicle mobile app features and more. Your vehicle must have been compatible with the vehicle’s mobile app prior to the OnStar 4G LTE hardware upgrade, if applicable. This plan does not include emergency, security or navigation services. These and other services require a paid or Add-On Plan. Visit onstar.ca for vehicle availability, coverage maps, details and system limitations. Available 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot requires WPA2-compatible mobile device and data plan. Data plans are provided by AT&T or its local service provider. 4 Full functionality requires compatible Bluetooth and smartphone, and USB connectivity for some devices. Data plan rates apply. 5 Not compatible with all devices. 6 Whichever comes first. Limit of four complimentary Lube-Oil-Filter services in total. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. Conditions and limitations apply. See your dealer for details. 7 Whichever comes first, fully transferable. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for complete details.
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Fire chief urges residents to install smoke alarms, practice home fire escape plans In the wake of a fatal fire in Oshawa on Jan. 8 the Ocean Wave Fire Company (OWFC) in Carleton Place is reminding the public to make sure they have working smoke alarms on every storey of their home and outside all sleeping areas, and practice a home fire escape plan with everyone in their home. It has not yet been determined if there were working smoke alarms in the fatal fire in Oshawa. “Fire moves so fast you may have less than 60 seconds to safely escape, so early warning is crucial to survival,” OWFC fire chief Les Reynolds said. “Only working smoke alarms give you
that early warning.” Just as important as having working smoke alarms is making sure everyone in your home knows exactly what to do to escape before a fire occurs. Practice a home fire escape plan with everyone in your home. “It is up to you to make sure these types of tragedies do not happen in Carleton Place,” Reynolds continued. Simple smoke and carbon monoxide alarm tips: • Install smoke alarms on every storey and outside all sleeping areas of your home. For more protection, install a smoke alarm in every bedroom according to manufacturer’s recom-
mendations. Larger homes may require additional smoke alarms. • Install carbon monoxide alarms outside all sleeping areas if your home has a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace or attached garage. For more protection, install a carbon monoxide alarm on every storey of your home according to manufacturer’s recommendations. • Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms monthly by pressing the test button. Change the batteries every year. • Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms wear out over time. Replace alarms according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
Simple steps for home fire escape planning include: • Everyone should know two ways out of each room, if possible. • All exits must be unobstructed and easy to use. • If someone in your home has a disability, develop a home fire escape plan that takes into account their unique needs. Determine who will be responsible for helping young children, older adults and anyone who needs assistance. • Choose a meeting place outside where everyone can be accounted for. • Call the fire department from outside the home, from a cell phone or a
neighbour’s home. • Practice your home fire escape plan. • Once out, stay out. Never re-enter a burning building. For people who live in apartment buildings and need assistance to escape: • Make sure you tell the superintendent or landlord if you need assistance. • Make sure your name is added to the people who require assistance list in the fire safety plan, so the fire department knows which apartment you are in. • Know the emergency procedures outlined in the building’s fire safety plan.
Municipal Matters • January 11, 2018
MEETINGS OF COUNCIL Tuesday, January 16th, 2018 7:00p.m Council Followed by: Policy Review Committee
CHRISTMAS TREE COLLECTION
Christmas trees will be collected until January 19th, 2018. Please remember to remove all tinsel, decorations and PLASTIC BAGS prior to collection and ensure your tree does not become stuck or frozen in snow banks. Should you have any waste collection questions during the holidays, please contact GFL at 613-257-1195.
JUST TRY IT
Carambeck Community Centre is once again running their very popular Just Try It Program! Active ME Yoga & Fitness Studio: Try Your First Class Free!New to our studio? Try your first class free! Alpha Mixed Martial Arts: Try 7 Days Free! Adult, Teen and Children Classes available! Anytime Fitness: Try 7 Days Free! To register please google “Anytime Fitness Carleton Place” and click “7 Day Free Trial.” Carleton Place Pool: Try Your First Aquafit Class Free! Join us on Tuesday, January 16th to try your first Aquafit Class for free! Class time: 7:45pm 8:30pm.. Fitness With Melanie: Try Your First Zumba Toning & Drums Alive Combo Class Free! Join Melanie at Carambeck Community Centre on any Thursday in January to try your first combo session for free! Zumba Toning: 7:30pm - 8:15pm / Drums Alive 8:15pm - 9:00pm. Hamsa Yoga: Try Your First Class Free! New yogis/non-studio members may try one complimentary yoga class throughout the month of January! Heritage Fitness: Just Try Out Group Fitness Classes! Join us Saturday, January 20th from 10:30am - 12:30pm as we do a 2 hour Group Fitness Class that showcases 4 group class styles with 4 of our group instructors. Members and Non-Members welcome! Hollywood Fitness: Try One Week Free! New members can try a full week of unlimited classes! From MomFit to Bootcamp to Zumba Sentao, there is something for everyone!
Kettlebells with Angelina: Try Your First Class Free! New participants are welcome to try your first class free in January! No experience necessary! Taoist Tai Chi: Try Your First Class Free! You’re invited to visit one of our Open Houses on Monday Jan 8th or Thursday Jan 11th at 9:30am - 11:30am. Can’t make the Open House? To The Mat Yoga: Join us for our Saturday Showcase! Heritage Fitness’ new yoga program is offering a 2 hour yoga class on Saturday, January 13th from 10:30am - 12:30pm. For More information on all participating programs/facilities, please visit the Carambeck Facebook Page, or www.carletonplace.ca
WINTER OPERATIONS NOTICE SNOW REMOVAL OPERATIONS Residents are to be advised that the Town of Carleton Place will NOT be responsible for damages to personal property within the municipal right of way during snow removal operations. Snow removal operations includes plowing activities and occasionally staff will use a large blower to remove snowbanks where necessary. Residents should remove items like sports equipment, planters, and other lawn decorations from the municipal right of way before objects become frozen to the ground. Residents may wish to trim any branches from shrubs and trees that originate from your property to prevent any damage. Residents with rocks and other permanent landscaping features may wish to mark them with a reflector that will be visible above the snow. Should you have any questions, please contact the Public Works office (613) 257-2253.
WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS
In accordance with the Town of Carleton Place by-law 2011-050 when Environment Canada forecasts a snowfall of more than 7cm or more (for example, 5-10cm) for Ottawa and the surrounding area the municipality will issue an on street parking ban. During a parking ban no vehicles shall be parked on municipal streets or parking lots within the Town of Carleton Place between 11pm until 7am. By-law Officers actively enforce winter parking by-laws within the Town of Carleton Place. Vehicle owners will be fined $65.00 and the vehicle could be towed if interfering with snow removal operations when a ban is in effect or at times when signs are posted for secondary snow bank removal. Should you have any questions, please contact our By-law Department (613) 257-5688 or bylaw@carletonplace.ca.
PARKING BAN NOTIFICATION
If you would like to be notified by email when a parking ban is in effect, please visit the Town’s website www.carletonplace.ca/winterparking to submit your email address. By working together, we can ensure we’re all better prepared for whatever this winter may bring.
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SPORTS
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Special teams power Canadians past Brockville for 5-3 win Following a night where the Carleton Place Canadians went 0-for-7 with the man advantage, the team went 3-for-6 on the power play in Sunday’s 5-3 win over the Brockville Braves. The key to the power play’s success was simple, according to Canadians coach Jason Clarke. “We just shot the puck,” he said. “Against Ottawa (Jr. Senators) we refused to shoot the puck and all three power play goals we scored were from shots. They weren’t from seam passes or pretty plays, it was just getting pucks to the net, quick puck-movement to open areas and shooting the puck. If you shoot, anything can happen and we just happened to score [Sunday].” “I thought Ottawa really pressured the points, we had to work the puck down low,” added assistant captain Tim Theocharidis. “We found, in this game, Brockville didn’t pressure the points so we had more time to get shots through.” The offence started early for Carleton Place as Travis Broughman scored 0:21 into the game. Ben and
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Carleton Place Canadian Aidan Girduckis tries to bang in a rebound as the home team was victorious 5-3 over the visiting Brockville Braves on Jan. 7. Zach Tupker helped get the puck to the front of the Braves net and Broughman found the rebound and chipped the puck past a sprawledout Justin Evenson.
The power play also did its job quickly as Sam Allison scored 0:41 into the man advantage for a 2-0 lead midway through the first period.
Brockville struck for three goals on 27 shots against Michael Leach, taking advantage of letdowns by the Canadians. Joshua Spratt got the Braves on the board, snapping a shot past Leach following a Canadians turnover in their own zone. Mathieu Halle responded to Sam Knoblauch’s power play goal with a goal of his own just 0:08 after the Canadians restored their two-goal lead in the second period. Carleton Place received a pair of goals from the blue-line as Adam Pilotte and Theocharidis both wired slap shots past Evenson’s blockerside shoulder before Hunter Fraser wrapped up the scoring in the third period. “We worked hard for 40 minutes and executed well on the offensive side of things, but our defensive side of the puck was less than commendable,” Clarke said. “Sure, you’ve got to be able to score in order to win games, but you also have to be able to defend. The three goals scored against us should never happen.” Clarke threw his team a bit of a life-line in terms of some of the de-
fensive struggles over the week-end as he credited some of the mental miscues to the long layoff the team had over the holiday break. The Canadians had 14 days off between games, last playing on Dec. 22 before Saturday’s game against Ottawa. “I think (the week-end) was alright,” Theocharidis said. “Even though we were a little rusty with the puck, we had a good week at practice, our work ethic was there and it was just about grinding it out.” Pilotte’s goal late in the second period was the first goal in the CCHL for the 20-year-old defenceman. “It’s definitely a stress-reliever, but most importantly it made it 4-2 so it put us in a good spot going to the third period,” he said. Clarke said the defensive side of the game will be a focus of practice for Carleton Place throughout the week before this Friday’s game on the road against the Hawkesbury Hawks. The Canadians are back on home ice Sunday, Jan. 14 when they host the Kanata Lasers. Submitted by Daniel Vazzoler, Carleton Place Canadians
CHURCH DIRECTORY Please submit all changes for the directory to Cheryl Johnston at 613-706-8334 or email to cheryljohnston@metroland.com
Cornerstone Community Church
1728 Concession 11-A, Almonte (at the round-about) Pastor Dave Moriarity 613-256-4995
SUNDAY WORSHIP 10 am
Ample Parking – Fully Accessible Nursery Care/Sunday School Weekly Bible Study & Prayer * Friendly Family-Centred Ministry * A Free Methodist Congregation
Ashton-Munster Pastoral Charge The United Church of Canada Fully Accessible ashtonmunsterchurch.ca for more information Everyone Welcome. Child Care provided.
SATURDAY SERVICES 117 Victoria St. Carleton Place Sabbath School: 9:30 am Divine Service: 11:00 am 613-257-5109 Pastor: Didier Fourny contact@carletonplaceadventists.org www.carletonplaceadventists.org
The Lighthouse
355 Moffatt Street Carleton Place • 613-257-4255 www.facebook.com/LighthouseFMC/ Adult Bible Study Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7 p.m. Monday & Wednesday evening Bible Studies (call for details) Outdoor Prayer Box for anonymous requests Senior Pastor: Doug Anderson
Church meets: Calvary Christian Academy, 9749 Hwy 15, Franktown
Service Time: 10:30am (Children’s service also at same time) Phone: (613) 255-6429 • Email: info@movechurch.ca Web: www.movechurch.ca • Pastor: Chad Monaghan
ST. JOHN’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Welcoming Faith Community; Accessible; Innovative Sunday School Program 47 McLachlin Street S, Arnprior Sunday: 10:30 - Holy Communion Christmas Eve: 5:30 pm - Pageant & Holy Communion
St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church By the riv river, we are growing wing 62 Clyde St., Almonte Whoever you are, wherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, there is a place for you here. Sunday Services at 8:30 am (Eucharist - BCP spoken) • 10:30 am (Eucharist with music) www.stpaulsalmonte.ca
Holy Name of Mary St. Mary’s Parish Pastor Rev. Paul J. Gaudet 134 Bridge St. Almonte • 613-256-1034
Mass Schedule Saturday 4:30 pm • Sunday 9 am & 10:30 am Handicap access
28 Hawthorne Ave., Carleton Place Fr. Cosmas Ajawara, 613-257-1284, 613-257-1630
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday 5 p.m. • Sunday 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Handicap Access
Please submit all changes for the directory to Cheryl Johnston at 613-706-8334 or email to cheryljohnston@metroland.com
Carleton Place Baptist Church 299 Bridge St. Carleton Place 613-257-1889 • Pastor: Brian Affleck Discovery Hour 10 am Sunday Worship Service 11 am Prayer and Bible Study Wednesday 7 pm All Welcome! Handicap access www.carletonplacebaptist.ca
Almonte United Church 106 Elgin Street, Almonte Tel: 256-1355 - Rev. Mary Royal Organist & Music Director: Neil Milnes 10:30 am – SUNDAY WORSHIP & Sunday School Website: www.almonteunited.com Email: office@almonteunited.com Tuesday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon (Check Website for Summer Hours) For Transportation call the office.
St James Anglican Church Is something missing? Join us for stimulating Study Groups mid week. Come and join us you will be welcome. Family Service – Sunday, 10am If you are seeking a reason for hope, please connect with us. We have Sunday Services 10:00am–11:15am. Refreshments and fellowship time after the services. 117 Victoria St., Carleton Place For more information please call Rev. Dave Kemp, 613-257-5490. We are a Biblically faithful, Gospel sharing parish in the Anglican Church in North America.
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8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Choral Eucharist 10 a.m. Sunday School Thursday January 4 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rector: The Venerable Brian Kauk Assistant Curate: The Rev’d. Rosemary Parker Website - stjamescarletonplace.ca Fully accessible; children welcome at all services!
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transportation,” the deputy mayor said. In 2018, Carleton Place and Mississippi Mills plan to partner to pave the OVRT between Carleton Place and Almonte, measuring approximately 14 kilometres. “This will encourage bicycle traffic between our two communities,” Flynn said. “It can be used by commuters, students going to school (rural area to urban area) and cycling recreation.” Too, it puts cyclists on a separated trail, off busy roadways. Within Carleton Junction, Flynn would like to see a component for seniors. Lawn bowling is an example. “I want to hear feedback from seniors,” he stated. Another perk, the Carleton Place section of the OVRT includes a viewing platform on the bridge where the trail crosses the Mississippi River.
Work was completed in 2017. Not only does the platform provide a great view of the river but also allows pedestrians their own space in the event of motorized vehicles crossing at the same time. In 2017, Carleton Place’s application to the Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program was approved for a grant up to $168,000. Flynn noted, the money will be used to evaluate the resilience of the town’s sewer and water systems related to the impacts of climate change, and it will help with the development of a Climate change Adaption Plan. “At the end of the year, the town entered into a contract with J.L. Richards and Associates Limited to do the work,” Flynn said. The work will provide the town with the knowledge needed to plan financially for future upgrades to the water and wastewater systems. Too, it will ensure charges to developers accurately reflect the funds required
to service new development. Also in 2017, Carleton Place took the necessary steps to prepare for the conversion of its street lighting to LED lighting. The estimated timeline for the work is spring 2018. “We are talking about 800-plus lights,” Flynn said. He noted, the impact on the community: a modernized electrical system, which will be more reliable … less area wide outages; projected overall energy savings of about 50 per cent; and energy efficient. Carleton Place council and staff are committed to working with the Ministry of Transportation to develop a Highway Access Management Plan to expand the capacity of the intersection at highways 7 and 15, and to address concerns relating to traffic flow, safety and access to commercial businesses along the local portion of the Highway 7 corridor. Beginning in 2018, this will be a multi-year project to plan, design
and then construct proposed improvements. “This is a bad situation … the amount of traffic there,” Flynn said. For local nature lovers, Roy Brown Park will be fully open to the public for use in 2018. Features of the park include an off leash dog park with a separate area for small dogs and two pavilions for shade, in addition to trails for walking, running, cycling and cross country skiing. Furthermore, historical panels explain the names of trails and their origins. “We are blessed with the number and quality of parks we have in place
throughout the town,” Flynn said. This year, the town and Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority will continue to work with further expansion of the trails, along with the inclusion of benches for resting. Parks are planned for the Pegasus and Cardel subdivisions. Once developed, Cardel’s park will boast a small water feature and trails, and Pegasus’ park will include a play structure, basketball courts and a trail pathway. For the continuation of the look back at Carleton Place’s challenges and successes, please see next week’s Jan. 18 issue.
SAFETY TIPS
Smoke Alarms: Test your smoke alarms. If a fire starts in your home while you are asleep, you want to know about it immediately. Some homes are equipped with electrically-connected smoke alarms that may not work when the power is out. Make sure your home has a battery-operated smoke alarm on every level.
Phone: 613-256-2064 • 1-888-779-8666
Municipal Matters January 11, 2018
UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS Tuesday, January 16, 2018 @ 6:00 pm – Council Tuesday, January 30, 2018 @ 6:00 pm – Council All meetings held in the Council Chambers (3131 Old Perth Road) unless otherwise indicated. Agendas posted to www.mississippimills.ca or subscribe to our newsfeed to have this information delivered right to your email in-box. TO SUBSCRIBE: Visit http://www.mississippimills.ca/en/news/ subscribe.aspx
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY WASTE INFORMATION Christmas trees within the Town of Almonte, and Hamlets and Villages of Appleton, Blakeney, Clayton, and Pakenham, will be collected from January 2, 2018 through to January 12, 2018 after which time Christmas trees may be brought to the Beckwith Transfer Station.
INVITATION TO TENDER
FOR Ramsay Garage Door Replacement TENDER 18-01 Tenders must be completed on the supplied form for the services listed below and returned in a sealed envelope, clearly marked: Attention: Guy Bourgon, Director of Roads and Public Works, Municipality of Mississippi Mills, 3131 Old Perth Road, PO Box 400, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0, Tender No. 18-01,“Ramsay Garage Door Replacement” and dated. Consideration will not be given to the Tender if received later than 1:30 p.m., local time on Friday, January 19th, 2018. The Municipality Mills reserves the right to accept or reject any or all tenders or accept all or any part thereof. Copies of the tender package may be received at no charge by contacting the Roads and Public Works Department at (613) 256-2064 Ext 258 or by email request to chartwick@mississippimills.ca
Should you require further information, please visit our website at www.mississippimills.ca.
MISSISSIPPI MILLS BABYSITTING COURSE Saturday & Sunday January 20th and January 21st, 2018 9:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m (on both days) Almonte District High School Class Room: TBD Cost: $50.00 (MUST BE 12 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER) PLEASE CALL 256-1077 TO REGISTER
The Mississippi Mills Fire Department reminds you that you must obtain a signed burning permit before burning. If you have already created an account online, you will need to renew your permit for 2018. To renew or register for the first time, log on to the website mm.burnpermits.com and select“New Permit”, then follow the directions to get your FREE 2018 permit. The process is quick and easy! If you do not have access to a computer or require assistance, please visit the Municipal Office or Almonte Fire Hall during business hours. No Permit = No Fire For more information about Open Air Burning and By-Law 17-35, please visit the website www.mississippimills.ca or call the Fire Department @ 613-256-158
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 21 (FIVE YEAR OFFICIAL PLAN REVIEW) TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills had scheduled a Statutory Public Meeting, pursuant to Sections 17(16) and 17(17) of the Planning Act, respecting the Municipality’s Five Year Official Plan Review for Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 6:00 pm. The purpose of the Public Meeting was to give the public an opportunity to make representations in respect of the current proposed plan. Municipal Council has agreed to reschedule this Public Meeting to permit additional consultation on the proposed official plan amendment. Once a new date and time are determined, notice will be given as required in the Planning Act. A key map is not provided as the Official Plan Amendment applies to the entire Municipality of Mississippi Mills. A copy of the current proposed official plan amendment and information and material is available to the public for inspection at Municipality of Mississippi Mills, Planning and Building Department, 3131 Old Perth Road, RR 2, P.O. Box 400, Almonte, Ontario K0A 1A0. DROP-IN SESSION: For one-on-one discussion about the proposed official plan amendment, a planner will be available to answer questions on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 from 1 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the auditorium of the Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge Street, Almonte, Ontario K0A 1A0. Dated at Mississippi Mills this 21st day of December, 2017 Diane Smithson, B. Comm, Dipl.M.M., CMO Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Mississippi Mills 3131 Old Perth Rd, PO Box 400 Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Ph. (613) 256-2064 ext. 225 Fax (613) 256-4887 Website: www.mississippimills.ca
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A volunteer Board of Directors actively administers the program. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit charitable organization and is responsible for raising funds and the disbursement of reward monies. The Board of Directors works in close cooperation with the local Police Service and the media.
How does Crime Stoppers work?
The Crime Stoppers 24 hour, anonymous tip line is staffed by trained personnel who receive, process, and pass on tip information to investigating police officers. Callers are given a code number which is used in making any subsequent calls. Tipsters do not have to identify themselves. A reward of up to $2,000 is offered to anyone providing information which leads to an arrest for a crime. Rewards may also be made for information leading to the recovery of stolen property, the seizure of illegal drugs or an arrest made on an outstanding warrant.
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CRIME STOPPERS ENCOURAGES THE PUBLIC TO SUBMIT TIPS TO POLICE ON CRIMES COMMITTED, IN THE PROCESS OF COMMITTING OR ABOUT TO BE COMMITTED.
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