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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. Owing to a 6-1 recorded vote, with Antonakos delivering the lone ‘nay’, a motion was carried to move an item from the meeting’s in-camera agenda into open session. The general nature: a letter to the town’s integrity commissioner, Robert Swayze. On Oct. 25, Redmond was surprised to receive an email from the mayor, and his surprise “quickly turned to shock, disbelief and disgust.” The email was sent to all members of the current council along with senior staff and Swayze. Redmond noted, in addition to a letter sent to the integrity commissioner on the town’s official letterhead, two confidential reports from seven years ago were attached. Himself or his colleagues should never have seen these reports, he added.
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“My understanding is there is a letter from a lawyer advising at the time if these reports were ever released there could be disastrous, legal effects,” Redmond continued. “You, Mayor Antonakos, were a member of council at that time.” He asked Antonakos if he struggled with the meaning of the word confidential. “One would have thought after the spring meeting with Mr. Swayze you might have figured it out,” Redmond remarked. Area resident and Carleton Place property manager Wally Thorbjornsson filed a complaint with the integrity commissioner on Feb. 23. Thorbjornsson alleged, between 2012 and 2014, when Antonakos was a councillor in the last term of council he voice recorded “in camera discussions to do with development activity and proposals before the council” and played them to “groups of people in the development business on at least six to eight occasions.” On May 9, the integrity commissioner revealed, “I did find a serious Evelyn Harford/Metroland breach of the council code of conduct in that there was disclosure of at least Robin Whitford displays holiday-themed machine embroidered towone in-camera meeting.” els during the Finders Keepers Craft Show at the Carleton Place Canoe See CHAOS page A/CP5
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Lanark County council supports ongoing vegetation management plan
Rideau Corridor Recognition Awards program winners congratulated Doug Struthers, chair of the Rideau Corridor Landscape Strategy, made a presentation to the economic development committee last month to announce the recipients of their recognition awards program. The awards were conceived as a way to celebrate
the 10th anniversary of the Rideau Canal’s inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday. The goal was to “recognize, honour and promote good design, environmental stewardship and economic development, through public and youth engagement, that serves to protect, enhance, promote and celebrate the heritage value and sustainability of the Rideau Canal Corridor,” Struthers noted. A gala celebration was held on Oct. 6 at the Smiths Falls Railway Museum to recognize recipients in numerous categories all along the canal. Local winners in various categories included: Community Building Category:
Excellence, Scott Cameron, community champion for Rideau Ferry. Environmental Stewardship Category: Perth Wildlife Reserve, Excellence, model for environment and heritage; Murphys Point Provincial Park and the Friends of Murphys Point, honourable mention, Adopt-a-Gray Ratsnake program. Design Category: Excellence, Township of Drummond/ North Elmsley, Rideau Ferry Public Docks. Heritage Conservation and Promotion Category: Excellence, Murphys Point Provincial Park and the Friends of Murphys Point, Silver Queen Mine Interpretation program; Merit, Friends of Andrewsville Bridge, steward for conservation of historic bridge.
Struthers thanked the county for its support for the gala to recognize the projects and expressed congratulations to all nominees and award winners. Warden Bill Dobson (Montague Reeve) thanked Struthers for his longterm service as chair and his “passion for the landscape strategy.” More details can be found at https://www. pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/rideau/info/ sacr-rcls/prix-2017-awards. For more information, contact Leslie Drynan, Clerk, at 1-888-9-LANARK, ext. 1502.
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Warden Bill Dobson proclaims National Housing Day Lanark County Warden Bill Dobson (Montague Reeve) declared Nov. 22, 2017 to be “National Housing Day in Lanark County.” The proclamation indicates an estimated 10 per cent of Lanark County households face affordability problems and are considered to be in core housing need. “Homelessness is a harsh real-
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Following numerous delegations and presentations at the public works committee meeting last month, council received a detailed report and directed staff to include funds in the 2018 budget to support the ongoing implementation of the county’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Vegetation Management Plan. Delegations included Shelley McPhail regarding Wild Parsnip Management: An Agricultural Perspective; David Overholt of White Lake regarding Invasive Phragmites; Dr. Meg Sears, chair of Prevent Cancer Now, regarding toxins in our environment; and Tim Poupore regarding the Lanark County Adopt-A-Road Program. Presentations included Medical Officer of Health Dr. Paula Stewart on the Human Health Aspect of Wild Parsnip and Herbicide; Lindsay Hanson of Health Canada on the Regulatory Process for Herbicides; and Kellie Sherman, co-ordinator of the Ontario Invasive Plant Council, on the ecological impact and threat of invasive species in the natural environment. Janet Tysick, Public Works business manager, presented a detailed report on the activities undertaken last year and the effectiveness of the roadside spraying program to date, as well as challenges of controlling invasive species. Spraying occurred in 2016 and 2017, and the long-term IPM Vegetation Management Plan was adopted last year. The plan uses a combination of management methods with monitoring and evaluation, including prevention activities, increased education, inventories of invasive species, best management practices for weed management, enhancing the Adopta-Road program, boom and targeted spot spraying, hand removals, mowing and reseeding/planting. Ms. Tysick provided information about the effect of the spraying program, showing decreases in the level of wild parsnip infestation in targeted areas. She indicated the locations for spraying in 2018 will be determined after an audit in the spring, and only areas of medium to heavy infestation will require boom spraying. Other areas will be treated by targeted spot spraying or alternative methods, with no-spray alternatives continuing to be available. Information will be forwarded to local municipalities for inclusion in the spring tax bill inserts to communicate details of the 2018 roadside spraying program. For more information, Janet Tysick, Public Works business manager, at 1-888-9-LANARK, ext. 3110.
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A new program launches to help sustain lake health in the Land Between The Land Between charity in partnership with Watersheds Canada (makers of the Love Your Lake program) are piloting the new Blue Lake eco-label program for cottage country! It is poised to be the gold standard in lake stewardship. The Land Between has spent seven years in developing and testing a new interactive database that combines water quality data, with fisheries information, and shoreline development data. This new database can also accommodate Love Your Lake data and other data sets and it is able to receive and instantly process new data entered from lake stewards, landowners, anglers and biologists. The database can already assess trends, highlight issues, and also be used for research. For example, we have been able to test and highlight shifts in lake health for many lakes in Haliburton County, and allude to what areas within the lake that need attention. Therefore, too we can highlight stewardship actions to take in order to help. “It is the first time in Ontario’s history that we have put all the key pieces of information that relate to lake health together in one digital warehouse.” Says Leora Berman, CEO of the Land Between charity. The database was developed with support of Sir Sandford Fleming geomatics students and using the best available science. It has been peer reviewed by a team of biologists from Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (OMNRF) and Ontario Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (OMOECC). Now, the Land Between and Watersheds Canada are poised to pilot a new eco-label called Blue Lakes program that will use this database (and
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Before launching the program across the region and beyond, the team are looking to partner with interested lake associations in order to pilot the program, to ensure that it is state of the art and effective. Both Leora Berman and Watersheds Canada and executive director Barbara King agree that there are many benefits to co-operation under this new program; “This new project is a perfect complement to the Love Your Lake Program that has been so successful in raising awareness about
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Ontario has a new proposed the reorganization of health units and in the province in an attempt to improve efficiencies, capacity and co-ordination with Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs). But Paula Stewart, the chief medical officer of health at the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark (LGL) District Health Unit, doesn’t think the changes will be beneficial for public health in the area. Stewart raised concern over proposed changes to Ontario health units recommended in a report – Public Health within an Integrated Health System Report of the Minister’s Expert Panel on Public Health – released this June during a delegation to Smiths Falls' committee of the whole meeting on Monday, Nov. 13. The report, she said, would “radically change” how public health is organized, governed and potentially funded in the region. Stewart requested a letter from the town’s council backing up the concerns raised – including the potential loss of local jobs, less resources for rural municipalities, the fracturing of the current structure the health unit operates within, disruption of current cooperation between the LGL health unit and local LHINs, and the distancing of municipal involvement in the public health. The changes proposed would see the number of health units in the province shrink from 36 to 14 and would dissolve the local board of health, which includes a seat for a municipal council representative. Currently,
Smiths Falls Coun. Joe Gallipeau sits on the local board and oversees how municipal funding is spent within the health unit, in favour of regional boards of health. These regional boards of health would have 12 to 15 members, the municipal aspect would be eliminated because they would want to appoint citizens to the board in addition to the chair, vice chair and the chair of finance – appointed by the province. “Joe (Gallipeau), you wouldn’t have a seat on the board of health anymore,” said Stewart in the council chambers. “They’re not really interested in municipal people, which we really welcome. They’re interested in citizens.” Stewart said the proposed changes would distance municipal involvement with public health programming. “This has a huge impact on municipalities because the municipalities are on our boards for a reason,” she said. “The work we do (at the health unit) is very, very close to you, whether it’s water, sewage, active transportation, all the stuff we do is with our partners and with municipalities. That would be a big change.” Right now, the health unit works with municipalities in regard to drug strategy, supporting complete streets, food premises inspection, immunization of students in schools, among other roles. Stewart said the report released by the province this summer indicated that the Health Protection and Promotion Act would have to be changed to implement the recommended changes because the act actually
names municipalities as having responsibility for public health because it’s what happens at the community level. “It disrupts the very foundation of public health, which is nested in municipalities and communities – and Ontario is a very big place and the communities are very different,” said Stewart. Currently, municipalities are the ones that are chosen to actually give direction to the public health services done through council representatives on current boards of health throughout the province – which would all change if the recommendations from the expert panel were adopted. Instead, Stewart said, money that municipalities contribute to current health units would be funneled into one of the 14 proposed regional health units. “You would have no idea whether any of your money would actually be coming back to services in your community,” she said. Stewart said the minster feels that it’s important that the public health system is more integrated into the health care systems – the question is at what cost? In the report, the two issues that they feel need to be addressed – particularly in smaller health units (of which they didn’t talk to, according to Stewart) – a lack of critical mass in surge capacity and difficulty retaining key skilled public health personnel. “That may be true in some smaller health units, that is not the case in our health unit,” she said. “If we need support we turn to another health unit.”
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his year, the theme for National Addictions Awareness Week is “Words Matter” and will focus on how the use of stigmatizing language can perpetuate false and harmful myths around substance use, and act as a barrier to recovery. John Driscoll, the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association president said the theme is relevant and timely. There are many myths surrounding drug addiction, particularly opioid addiction in Canada. “The truth is that people addicted to substances exist in every walk of life regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, employment, or economic status. Addiction is a condition that can effect anyone.” There is a recognized need to support partnerships in communities and across all levels of government to develop an immediate response to the opioid crisis that includes timely, accessible, and sustainable investments and improvements to quality mental-health and addictions service delivery. Canadian Certified Counsellors can play a pivotal role in providing timely and accessible mental
health interventions for those struggling with addictions or for those whose loved ones are struggling with a family member facing addictions. Addiction treatment counselling is crucial and can play an important role in overall recovery. “Myths and stigmatizing language, especially among emotional and confusing topics like addiction are heavily prevalent. Many of these factual inaccuracies, like people with addiction problems cannot hold down a steady job, prevent individuals from even wanting to seek treatment if they do not think they fit the stereotype of an addict,” Driscoll said. Visit the CCPA website at www.ccpa-accp.ca, where you can search for a Canadian Certified Counsellor in our region. Members of the public can also find authoritative information and related resources about the profession of counselling and psychotherapy by visiting CCPA’s public website, www.talkingcanhelp.ca. Follow the conversation surrounding National Addictions Awareness Week on Twitter through the hashtag #NAAWCanada in English and #SNSTCanada in French.
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t was a mystery to me. How Mother could fill out a form, put it in an envelope, enclose no money, put on a three cent stamp and send it off to the people who sent out Eaton’s catalogue, and within days, the mailman would deliver a package right to our door. It was called a C.O.D. order, and I knew that meant Mother had to come up with whatever the mailman asked for when he left the parcel. Another mystery to me was how Mother knew exactly how much money the mailman wanted. But there it was that day when I came from the Northcote School, sitting on the bake table at the back door ... a big parcel wrapped in heavy brown
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paper, and tied with cord. Not the string like we got at Briscoe’s General Store, but heavy brownish cord, which would be tied around a piece of cardboard when the parcel was opened and packed away for some future use. I could feel the tingles right down to my toes. Our winter order from Eaton’s had arrived, and it would be opened after supper, only once the dishes had been washed, the table wiped clean, and dried with a flour bag tea towel. Heaven forbid that a spot would get on the parcel that had come all the way from Eaton’s, even before it was opened! We five children could hardly wait. Even though my sister Audrey and I had poured
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Father was the only one who wasn’t sitting around the kitchen table when it came time to open the parcel from Eaton’s. He was at his favourite place at the Findlay Oval with his feet resting on the oven
door. Mother was at the head of the table, and we children in the spots we always used for our meals, and I looked around and every one of us had our fingers interlocked just like we did when we prayed in church.
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over the catalogue until it was dog-eared, we knew that in the parcel would be only what was completely necessary to get us over the winter. The Christmas toy section, the pages of tin boxes of candy, the pretty dresses ... all frivolities … and certainly wouldn’t be part of Mother’s order. But that didn’t matter ... what Mother unwrapped would be brand new, and that in itself was something to look forward to.
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Perth kettle campaign kick off 2017 The Salvation Army’s annual kettle campaign kicked off at Brownlee’s Independent supermarket in Perth on Friday, Nov. 17. Joining Majors Laurie and Gary Reilly were store owner Matthew Brownlee, Sabastien Ranger, town Coun. Riq Turner, and members of the hand bell choir, Verna Evoy, Nancy Coughlin, Bonnie Brown, Liz Hall, Marlene Dupuis, Mildred Stewart, and Charles Smith.
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headline ever written about me, and with your kind permission, I would like to tell our readers about a picture and caption that appeared decades ago, and which still gives me a chuckle today. There on the front page of the local paper (I no longer remember what paper it appeared in) was a beautiful, in colour picture of an enormous pink and black Landrace pig, and the caption immediately above read: ‘Mary Cook wins prestigious award’. The write up went on to say, or words to that effect, “this 300 pound beauty won top awards at local fair.” Somewhere in another section of the paper, was my picture and the correct write
up, which, if I remember correctly had to do with my first-ever ACTRA award. Yes, mistakes do happen, and I know the editors have had a lot of feedback from our faithful readers on the heading mentioned above. Let me again say, how grateful I am to all those who responded in many ways, and I would hope they too will know that I hold no animosity towards the paper, or the typesetter who made the error. As my mother would say, “that’s why they put erasers on the end of pencils.”
all neatly stacked by someone in a far away city who didn’t know us from Adam. There was new combination underwear for Father, long johns for my brothers, and new underpants for Audrey, soft with mauve lines in them, and for me the hateful navy blue fleece lined bloomers. I didn’t mind them when they were brand new, but by the time half the winter was over, they would be faded and ugly as sin from many washings, and soakings from sliding down the little snow-covered hill at the Northcote School. And on the very bottom of the parcel was a neatly folded piece of Dan River cotton … soft coloured plaid with navy blue lines interwoven. Mother would find good use for it. A new house dress, a blouse for Audrey or me? Maybe new aprons. I was sitting beside Mother, and I leaned over
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and pressed my nose tight against the new material, and then I smelled the new underwear, even Father’s combinations. And I wondered how everything could come all the way from some big city miles and miles away and still have the smell of newness. And that too was a miracle, I thought. How something could come from so far away, travel by train all the way to Northcote, and still smell so fresh. All I knew about Eaton’s was that they sent us a catalogue twice a year, and whatever Mother needed would be parceled up and sent all the way out to our farm. A miracle indeed. And I sat in wonder at the kitchen table, awed by the newness of what was spread out before me. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for e-book purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.
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Navigating addiction services, mental health care delivery in our region In case you were wondering, AMH stands for addictions and mental health, and this is what we hope will be the start of a monthly column covering the who, what, where, how and why of addiction services and mental health care delivery in our region. The why part is due to an ever increasing demand for these critical health services which go far beyond simply making us feel better, but well can mean the difference between life and death or family harmony and disastrous discord. I’m not an expert on either of these areas but instead have dedicated a good part of my volunteer career in the service of both. I currently sit on the board of directors for Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health and the commu-
nity advisory board for Lanark County Mental Health. I’m also a member of the Carleton Place municipal drug strategy committee and a past board chair for the former Alwood Treatment Centre for Youth (now part of the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre) and a past chair of the Carleton Place Youth Centre. This has given me access to a great group of experts who have dedicated their careers toward advancement in mental health care and addiction treatment and who have demonstrated every working day of their lives that clients and patients belong at the centre of any health care plans. We hope to cover some basics, such as how to recognize that some help is needed and where to turn for help. Realizing that most who suffer from either a mental
illness or substance abuse problem (or both) experience a substantial amount of stigma and bias on the part of others, we plan on offering some advice on surviving and thriving through those challenges. Like most other areas of our health care systems, there are different routes to take and we will bring useful information on how to navigate those complexities. We won’t bore you with unnecessary jargon and med-speak, but instead will provide clear examples of various journeys toward health. In addition, we will bring you news on new programs for individuals and families as increased support for AMH services are continually providing new research and new services to those in need and their caregivers.
In our region (Lanark County), the two publicly funded agencies for mental health and addiction services are Lanark County Mental Health (LCMH) and Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health (LLGAMH). These titles might suggest a bit of overlap, so an explanation is warranted. LCMH is the primary source for mental health care and even though this organization doesn’t specialize in addiction treatments, they are more than capable of initial assessments and providing referrals to the correct team and path to recovery. LLGAMH is the primary point for addiction services. Both organizations have offices in Smiths Falls and LCMH maintains a permanent office in Carleton Place. Also, both groups
offer regular visitations to other communities such as Almonte, Perth and Lanark Village. You can access services to either by means of a self-referral or by one through your family physi-
cian or through any of the local hospitals. You can reach LCMH at 613-283-2170 (Smiths Falls) or 613-257-5915 (Carleton Place). LLGAMH’s main line is 1-866-499-8445.
Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust hosts Go Wild gala More than 150 people attended the annual Go Wild Gala at Temple's Sugar Bush on Saturday evening, Nov. 11, in support of the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT). This beautiful rustic venue is located in Ferguson's Falls. Guests enjoyed delectable ap-
petizers and desserts, visited with friends and fellow nature lovers and placed bids on a wide variety of silent auction items. The feature speaker for the evening was the renowned naturalist, photographer, author and teacher, Michael Runtz, whose presentation focused on "The
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Classic Theatre Festival wins Best Design Award for mystery thriller At a lavish National Arts Centre gathering last week in Ottawa, the Classic Theatre Festival's Roger Schultz was honoured with a Best Set Design award for his work on the professional Perth theatre's production of the mystery thriller I’ll Be Back Before Midnight. "It could just as easily have been any of the three sets Roger designed last summer at the Classic Theatre Festival," enthused veteran critic Iris Winston. Some of Canada’s top theatre reviewers had honoured the Classic Theatre Festival with a record-breaking five awards nominations in the professional theatre category for the 2017 Capital Critics Circle Awards. In an emotional acceptance speech, Schultz
praised the whole artistic team behind those productions — director Laurel Smith, costume designer Renate Seiler, lighting designer Wesley McKenzie, and associate producer Matthew Behrens — and saluted the Festival as "the little company that could." Schultz's innovative designs for the thriller, along with his work on the Shaw comedy Candida and the Bernard Slade comedy Same Time, Next Year, produced a "wow effect" for audiences entering the theatre, which produces hits from the golden age of Broadway and the London Stage. For Artistic Producer Laurel Smith, the critical attention being paid to the Classic Theatre Festival — which last year racked up four award nomina-
tions — is “a tribute to the remarkable talent that puts these plays on every summer. We are so privileged to host some of this country’s finest talent both on stage and behind the scenes, and I really believe these award nominations speak to the team effort that is required to put on the shows, whether
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It also pointed out that there was concern from the province about a lack of co-ordination across health units and a lack of alignment with the LHINs. Stewart said the LGL health unit co-ordinates “very well” with other health units and works collaboratively with local LHINs. “All six health units in eastern Ontario meet regularly from a program point of few, we share information, we’re on a listserv with one another,” she said. “They’re trying to make a more parallel structure system, which locally we don’t need – we’ve figured out how to make it work.” The LHINs are also part of the collaboration process, pointing out a recent meeting held to discuss how the entities can work together in the face of the opioid crisis. What is suggested by the province would disrupt the current structure Stewart said is already working. The purpose of the expert panel was to look at the optimal structure for public health in Ontario to ensure accountability, transparency and equality. But Stewart questioned the make up of the expert panel who came out with the report, which did not include any medical officers of health from smaller or rural health units, and the lack of consultation throughout the process. The province’s report indicated that the current configuration of health unit areas makes it difficult to operate as a unified system with LHINs and other health system partners following LHIN boundaries. The 14 proposed regional public health entities would take the place of the current 36 and 14 regional boards of health would take the place of the localized ones that currently exist. Decisions on service delivery and programming would be made at the regional level and carried out in local areas. However, the mechanism for how that would be carried out has not yet been outlined. The division of the regional health units would mean the fracturing of the current LGL unit, which would see part of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville as part of the Ottawa-Champlain LHIN and parts with the southeast LHIN. “So just imagine the case big Ottawa, little Lanark, Leeds (and) Grenville. And realize that with big urban centres, rural areas tend to have challenges,” said Stewart. “I’m really concerned that if we were separated the areas of North Grenville and Mississippi Mills, Carleton Place. I don’t know how anyone is going to pay attention to them in the midst of everything else.” Lanark Highlands, currently part of the Champlain LHIN, would be switch and put in the southeast LHIN, a move Stewart said doesn’t make any sense and leads her to believe
it is stage management, lighting design, costume design, set design, the front of house folks who do such a great job making our guests feel welcome and at home, and the young people in our theatre training program who are at the forefront of what it means to be a Perth ambassador.”
the province has made a mistake. Stewart said she’s concerned about where the money would come from to create this new bureaucratic level and the new CEO positions that would be created, leaving the medical officers of health on the sidelines. “There’s going to be a CEO who runs the whole thing and the chief medical of health, I’ll be on the sidelines,” said Stewart. “Right now, I manage the heath unit and if there’s an outbreak and we need resources the resources go where I suggest they go.” Stewart also outlined her concerns about the loss of local jobs with the proposed restructuring and the delivery of local services. “They’re taking all of my admin and finance group and that would be done by the regional entity,” she said. “Those are local jobs here.” And what is still unknown is the evidence indicating where the cost-savings will be found and what the effectiveness will actually be. “As you can see I’m quite concerned about this,” said Stewart. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the LGL health unit has come out against the changes proposed by the province, and Stewart encouraged Smiths Falls to follow suit and write a letter supporting the local health unit’s concerns. Council agreed. “Hopefully we can come up with a resolution that’s good for the community,” said Gallipeau. Coun. Chris Cummings said he has heard “deep concerns” in discussions with member of the community, former members of the board of health and municipal councillors. Mayor Shawn Pankow questioned why these recommendations would have been made by the province when it doesn’t look like a cost savings, and probably looks like it’s going to reduce services in smaller, more remote areas. Stewart said she wasn’t sure aside from the motivation to have the health units work more collaboratively with the LHINs. Stewart did acknowledge that public health working more collaboratively with the LHINs and other health units makes sense – but the proposed model isn’t right. “I think there are ways to be more efficient beyond what we’re doing now, but I don’t think you need to throw out the boards of health to do that,” she said. “If you think there are problems with the system, work with us (chief medical officers of health) and see if we can make it more efficient and effective.” The province's Minister of Health and LongTerm Care, Eric Hoskins, is currently accepting feedback. No timeline has been announced for decisions on implementation or changes to the recommendations put forward by the expert panel.
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Local kids are the heart of Studio Theatre's ‘A Christmas Story’
If the Studio Theatre's upcoming Christmas play is any indication, the future of community theatre in Perth is in very good hands indeed. Premièring Thursday, Nov. 30, it's Jean Shepherd's beloved holiday classic A Christmas Story, adapted for the stage by Philip Grecian. In addition to featuring well known adult actors Grey Masson, Jerry Logan, Carell Allen, and Deb Ward, this show shines because of its young stars, seven talented Perth youngsters, some of whom are on stage for the first time. And all of whom bring a "lifetime" of enthusiasm to their roles. As just about everyone knows, A Christmas Story is based on humorist Jean Shepherd's memories of growing up in the Midwest. It tells the story of young Ralphie, who wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas more than anything else in the world. Along the way to his dream coming true, there's family intrigue, minor disasters and plenty of humour, the perfect formula for a family-friendly holiday comedy. Seven-year-old Caine Elliot, who plays Ralphie's little brother Randy, is the youngest member of the cast. He used to watch his sister Maeve perform and thought it looked like fun. "This is my first show, and I'm really enjoying it," he says. "It's hard work, but it's fun, and it gives me a chance to be funny." Caine's favourite line in the play is the recurring "I've gotta go wee-wee." Sounds like a ham in the making ... Caine's 10-year-old sister
Maeve, who plays Ester Jane, has loved the theatre for as long as she can remember. She played Annie in 2016, and Aunt Sponge in last year's production of James and the Giant Peach. "I've been in lots of productions, but this one is really fun," she says. "I'm learning a lot from Patricia (director Patricia Parry) about acting and the theatre. I want everyone to see this play because we've all worked really hard to make it great!" Love of acting runs in the Brown family, too, as brother/ sister duo Sam and Addison have important roles in the show. Twelve-year-old Sam Brown plays the lead character Ralphie, and has a healthy mix of nerves and excitement when it comes to his role. "I've been in school plays, but this is a notch above,” says Sam. "Don't worry, I'll be ready for opening night!" His younger sister, Addison, recently starred in James And The Giant Peach and as Molly in Annie Jr. She spent her summer volunteering at the Classic Theatre Festival as an usher, and spends her free time researching musicals such as Hamilton and learning the songs. "I've learned a lot from the adult actors," she says, "and especially from Patricia. I'd really like to be a director myself someday." Meanwhile, brawny 11-yearold Luke Venne has one of the tougher acting jobs, playing a character whose personality is totally unlike his own. "I play Scut Farkas, the school bully, sort of a bad guy,” he says.
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A sticky situation: Starring in A Christmas Story, from left to right, are Addison Brown (Helen), Maeve Elliot (Ester Jane), Hunter Rigby (Flick, with tongue stuck to the light pole), Caine Elliot (Randy, on the ground), Jamie Graham (Schwartz), and Sam Brown (Ralphie). A Christmas Story opens at the Studio Theatre Nov. 30. Visit studiotheatreperth.com for full details. "It took a while, but I'm exploring my inner 'baddie'. It's fun!" Luke has a big heart and lots of friends, so playing the part of a bully didn't come easily for him. He dreams of acting in a movie someday. Hunter Rigby, another budding actor who loves to "tread the boards," has had some roles in local productions. He plays Ralphie's friend Flick who is bullied by Farcus, and whose tongue has a run-in with a frozen
metal pole in the show. Hunter's influences definitely lean toward comedy; his favourite actors are Robin William's, Johnny Depp and Adam Sandler. "You've gotta see A Christmas Story,” he says. "It's amazing! Plus, Christmas is my favourite time of the year, so I love being in this show." Last, but certainly not least, is 10-year-old Jamie Graham who plays Ralphie's friend Schwartz. Jamie is no stranger to the stage — he's been performing in mu-
sical theatre and piano recitals since he was four. He's a veteran of such shows as Peter Pan, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Les Misérables, and A Christmas Carol, and he's currently appearing in Elf the Musical. Jamie describes his character, Schwartz, as "mean-ish", and says "This show is for everybody. We've worked really hard on it so you've gotta see it!" Director Patricia Parry feels blessed to have such a remark-
able cast of dedicated, totally engaged young actors under her wing. "It's a little like herding cats sometimes," she says, "but the kids are all wonderful. I think the adult actors have truly enjoyed performing with them. It's been a great experience, and that always means it's going to be a great show.” A Christmas Story, starring grown-ups Grey Masson, Jerry Logan, Carell Allen and Deb Ward, plus youngsters Sam and Addison Brown, Caine and Maeve Elliot, Luke Venne, Hunter Rigby and Jamie Graham premières at the Studio Theatre on Nov. 30 for seven shows, Nov. 30, Dec. 1 and 8 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 2 p.m. (Note: For this production, both Saturday shows are 2 p.m. matinees.) Advance tickets are $24, and are now available exclusively at Tickets Please in the Matheson House Museum Visitor Centre, 11 Gore St. E. (613 485-6434; ticketsplease.ca) which accepts instore, phone, online and credit card purchases. Tickets are $24 at the Studio Theatre box office on show nights. There is a special children’s advance ticket price of just $10 for kids under 12. Rush tickets for students with ID are just $10 at the door, subject to availability. Attend opening night and save $5. Feel like a kid again with a performance of A Christmas Story at the Studio Theatre. Visit studiotheatreperth.com for full details. Submitted by Paul Joyce for the Studio Theatre
A 'Cinderella' for the whole family at Perth's Full Circle Theatre It's got more laughs than a barrel full of Fairy Godmothers, special matinee performances and special "family-friendly" prices — and it's the first part of a pair of all-original shows that turn things around and show us the behind-the-scenes goings-on at the Christmas panto. BarnDoor Productions' (BDP) new Cinderella is the onstage part of February's backstage murder-mystery farce, Panto Can Be Murder, but this Cinderella is straight-up fun. With all of the trappings of traditional British "panto," it's a laugh-filled fairy-tale that will keep all ages entertained. BDP is offering special prices to make it affordable for the whole family: children 12 and under (with an adult, please) are just $5; adults escorted
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Surprise! Cinderella’s Wicked Stepsisters and Stepmother drop into Perth’s Full Circle Theatre starting next week. Left to right, Brian Atterbury plays Ammonia, Joe Laxton plays The Baroness and Ian Jenner is Griselda in BarnDoor Productions’ Cinderella, running December 1 through 10 at Perth’s Full Circle Theatre.
by children, just $16! Our usual prices apply to adults who aren't able to scrounge up a child to bring with them — niece, nephew, grandkids, neighbour's kids? Students 13+ are, as always, just $10. Along with the special prices, the performance schedule is heavily weighted to matinees, with BDP's usual Saturday evening performances being replaced with Saturday matinees (at 2 p.m.) and the remaining evening performances beginning at 7:30 p.m. Then, in addition to that, BDP will offer a discounted ticket price for February's Panto Can Be Murder to adults who can produce their ticket stub for December's Cinderella! BDP wants you to see this show! "Panto" is a British holiday
tradition that incorporates silly fun and fairy-tales into a unique form that includes men playing the "bad guy" women's characters (the "Dames" in panto-speak), women often playing the male romantic leads (the "Principal Boy"), lots of colourful costumes and sets, and outrageous characters — for instance, the wicked stepsisters in BDP's version of the story are Griselda and Ammonia. And, of course, there's poor Buttons, who, for nearly two hundred years now, has been in love with Cinderella, but who never gets the girl. Oh, well, that's panto! What have you got to lose? A family of four can see the show for just $42. It's fast, it's fun, it's silly and it's full of laughs for kids and adults alike. There's an intermission to give kids
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(and adults) a chance to stretch their legs and there'll be special holiday fare available at the refreshment counter. Cinderella is the second show of BarnDoor Productions' 23rd season, a season where every production is either a Canadian or a world première production. "They should do this show in New York!" was a comment from last summer's première production of BPD's new musical, Lysistrata. No need, though — you can see BDP's shows right here in Perth! Cinderella runs Dec. 1, 7 and 8 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 2 p.m. at Perth's Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St., near Last Duel Park. For tickets, just call 613 267 1884. Submitted by BarnDoor Productions
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at London’s famous Imperial War Museum (IWM). He said when our tour returned to the British capital he intended to revisit the museum. Given my own interest in the wars of the 20th century I was quite intrigued by what he had to say about IWM. It was already on my to-do list and his description of the contents further whetted my appetite. Since then I have visited IWM four times, including this September in the company of my son Craig. I have also written about the museum in the past, including a column earlier this year which was prompted by a question from our travel agent about the facility. Imperial War Museum is invariably listed at or near the top when you research the best military museums in the world. In the column I wrote last spring, I extolled the virtues of the museum in general. Four very good satellite locations also fall under its umbrella. The Churchill War Rooms, which I have written about previously and HMS
Belfast (the Second World War era cruiser is permanently docked in the River Thames) are also in London. IWM North is in Manchester while IWM Duxford, near the university city of Cambridge, is Britain’s largest aviation museum. Great War centenary My chief reason for returning to the main museum this year was to see the extensive First World War exhibits which are currently in place during the centenary of the Great War (19141918). This year also marks the centenary of IWM which, since 1936, has been located in the sprawling structure that once housed the Bethlem Royal Hospital, a psychiatric facility nicknamed Bedlam. As for the modern IWM, much of the complex has been redeveloped to accommodate the new First World War galleries along with a new central hall and improved visitor facilities. It looks so different compared to our first visit in the late 1990s. To be honest, I liked some of the former aspects. But as Craig quite rightly pointed out, museums have to change their appearance and content in order to attract repeat visitors. The IMW is located on Lambeth Road on the south side of the River Thames, an easy five-minute walk from Lambeth North Tube Station. The museum upgrade was completed in 2013 at a cost of £40 million
(over C$69 million). It was officially reopened by Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, in July 2014 to coincide with the start of the First World War Centenary which officially ends one year from this month on Nov. 11, 2018. Our tour of the impressive new First World War galleries made me think back to the 1997 conversation we had with the gentleman from Australia. He said: “You need three or four days to properly see the place.” We had only a cursory look in two and a half hours. The current displays are so complex that I’m sure it would take two days or more just to read the text which accompanies the various exhibits. IWM London boasts “the richest and most comprehensive” First World War collections in the world. Visitors to the impressive galleries will find 1,300 objects on display, many of which have never been seen before. Included are everything from heavy equipment, such as tanks and aircraft to weaponry (a wide array), uniforms worn by both sides and equipment of every kind used by the combatants. To me, the most poignant items are letters home and excerpts from soldiers' diaries as well as hundreds of photographs taken during the more than four-year conflict. Many of the displays are interactive. Visitors can watch films shot dur-
ing the war which are accompanied by sound tracks which give you at least a small idea of the hell which was First World War trench warfare. A recreated trench adds authenticity to the impressive layout. Canada and other countries from the former British Empire (now the Commonwealth of Nations) are well represented. My only disappointment was that a small display about German flying ace Baron Manfred von Richthofen, fails to mention the significant part Carleton Place-born flyer Captain Arthur ‘Roy’ Brown played in the so-called “Red Baron’s” demise on April 21, 1918. Canada’s Brown rarely gets the exposure his exploits deserve. Craig also made an observation relative to the displays. He noticed that the significant role the United States played in helping end the First World War isn’t highlighted. The Americans entered the war 100 years ago this past spring. There’s however little to criticize about the First World War galleries at IWM. Anyone interested in this chapter of history who plans to travel to London soon, has a year to see the museum’s excellent displays before the Great War Centenary ends a year from this month. I highly recommend the experience. If you have a comment or question for Jeff Maguire, he can be reached by email at jeffrey.maguire@rogers.com.
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Build a Mountain of Food totals hit 64,000 lbs, $16,000 cash donations BY LAURIE WEIR
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The Hinton Auto Group Build a Mountain of Food campaign has reached new heights after the second week on the trail to help fill the shelves of food banks in 11 communities. On Nov.18, the food drive made stops in Lanark and Perth. “Saturday was a good day,” said Hugh Colton, organizer of the food drive. “The weather was a bit of a challenge, but it didn’t keep people from donating.” Colton said the prepackaged bags are always a hit and it was no exception this year in Perth. The store-to-store challenge was also successful. In Lanark, 1,530 pounds of food were collected along with $1,855 in cash donations during the morning stint. This drive supports the Lanark Highlands Food Pantry. In Perth, some 45,559 pounds of food were collected along with $4,213 in cash donations in support of the Good Food Bank, located at The Table Community Food Centre. “At Foodsmiths, we collected 1,100 pounds, then over to Brownlee’s Metro for another 4,000 pounds,” Colton
said. From there it was off to Giant Tiger where 15,001 pounds of food were donated to the drive, and the final stop was at Barnabe’s Your Independent Grocer where a whopping 20,000 pounds were collected. The running total for two weeks has reached 64,442 pounds of food collected, along with $16,491.57 in cash donation. “The prepackaged bags are a big part of what we do and that’s been tremendously successful,” Colton said. The campaign heads to Smiths Falls Saturday, Nov. 25, with stops at Andress’ Your Independent Grocer, The Garden Market, Giant Tiger, and Food Basics. “We were in at Andresses on Sunday night and pre packed some 1,100 bags. They’re selling for $10 each and there is $20 worth of food in them – 18 pounds each! I know, because I packed them,” Colton said. “They’ll fly off the shelves Saturday.” Also on Saturday night, the Hinton Auto Group Build a Mountain of Food float will be in the Carleton Evelyn Harford/Metroland Place Santa Claus Parade, starting at Build a Mountain of Food volunteers, Helen Campbell, Ed Chenard, and Sam Draffin (from left to right) col5 p.m. See BAM page 18
lected donations from the Food Pantry Thrift Store in Lanark Village on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The campaign is run in support of local food banks.
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Build a Mountain of Food volunteers, Rae Code, Shirley Code, Elmo, Christina Jessome, and Kevin Jessome (from left to right) collect donations from Brownlee’s Metro in Perth on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Hinton Auto Group Build a Mountain of Food Campaign, which takes place in 11 local towns and villages in support of local food banks. The communities include Almonte, Carleton Place, Perth, Lanark, Smiths Falls, Westport, Elgin, Portland, Merrickville, Athens, and Delta.
Then on Monday, Nov. 27, Colton and his crew will be at the CP Holiday Train, featuring Colin James and EmmaLee, in Perth. The train arrives at 7:40 p.m. in Perth. Earlier in the day, the train will be in Smiths Falls at 6:40 p.m., and in Merrickville at 4:45 p.m. Depending on logistics, it may not be feasible to get the giant float into the Smiths Falls site for the holiday train, but guests are welcome to drop off donations for the food bank. On Dec. 1, Colton will be at Crystal Palace in Perth collecting for the Good Food Bank in Perth, and on Dec. 2, he’ll be back in town for the annual Santa Claus parade, starting at 5 p.m. On Dec. 9, it’s the Smiths Falls Santa Claus parade, also at 5 p.m. from the Youth Arena, and then on Dec. 15, he’ll take his float to the Portland community where an evening of celebration will take place. This will include a potluck dinner at the community hall starting at 6 p.m. followed by a few floats heading around the
village in the spirit of Christmas. This evening will be dedicated to long-time community activists, Doug Good and Mike Carty who died tragically last winter when their truck went through the ice on the Big Rideau Lake in Portland. There will be hot chocolate, and Christmas carols and lots of fun for the kids. The remainder of the Build a Mountain of Food campaign rolls out like this: Dec. 2: 9 a.m. to noon, Westport, at Kudrinko’s in support of the Westport Food Bank; Dec. 2: 1 to 4 p.m., Elgin, Gordanier’s Freshmart, in support of the Elgin Food Bank; Dec. 9: 9 a.m. to noon, Portland LCBO in support of the Portland Food Bank; Dec. 9: 1 to 4 p.m. at the Merrickville Freshmart, in support of the Merrickville Lions Club Christmas Food Hamper; Dec. 16: 9 a.m. to noon, Athens, at Fresh Market, in support of the Athens Food Bank; and, Dec. 16: 1 to 4 p.m. at the Delta Country Market, in support of the Delta Food Bank.
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As part of the free and open to the public 105th Grey Cup Festival at Lansdowne Park November 23-26, CP will be sharing their space with the Heart Institute. Look for the giant heart monument just inside the entrance and register for a CP Has Heart Passport. Once registered, you can participate in family friendly games and activities – including a #BeautifulHearts selfie booth - throughout the site and learn about heart health plus you’ll have a chance to win daily prizes and a pair of VIP 2017 Grey Cup tickets! You can support the Heart Institute campaign to purchase new equipment with a secure online donation at foundation.ottawaheart.ca or by telephone at 613-696-7030 or text the word HEART to 45678 to make a $5 donation. HENRY BURRIS CP Has Heart Ambassador, proudly supports cardiac care in our community.
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Rob Joynt of Perth donates to the annual Build a Mountain of Food Campaign at the donation dropoff van outside Brownlee’s Metro on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. This weekend, the crew will be in Smiths Falls with stops at Giant Tiger, Food Basics, The Garden Market, and Andress’ Your Independent Grocer.
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Build a Mountain of Food volunteers, David and Sheila Kroetsch, stand on guard at Barnabe’s Independent in Perth on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Hinton Auto Group Build a Mountain of Food Campaign, which takes place in 11 local towns and villages, is all in support of local food banks. The communities include Almonte, Carleton Place, Perth, Lanark, Smiths Falls, Westport, Elgin, Portland, Merrickville, Athens, and Delta.
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Kenya Help founder, Nancy Stevens, holds a small child on one of her many trips to the east African country. This year, Stevens asks any would-be donors to consider donating money on Giving Tuesday — a new Canadian movement for giving and volunteering, taking place each year after Cyber Monday — to be held this year on Nov. 28. “Donations that come into Kenya Help (on Giving Tuesday) are being matched,” said Stevens. “Imagine if we get $5,000 on Giving Tuesday Nancy Stevens is pictured in Kenya during one of her many mission trips. — boom — we’ve got $10,000.”
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On Friday, Nov. 3, staff at Merrickville Public Elementary School held a ceremony to recognize their students who participate in track and field. Caden Turcotte was recognized with the Raymond Jacques Award for demonstrating his determination and passion for running, just as Jacques’ son, Raymond Jacques Jr. did as a student at Merrickville Public before he tragically passed nearly 30 years ago. The award, in memory of Raymond Jacques Jr., is given to the students who show respect for their sport and put in hard work to achieve their goals. Pictured, from left: Grade 6 teacher Liz Telford, Caden Turcotte, and Raymond Jacques.
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Lanark Animal Welfare Society seeks volunteers to help with spring renovations Lanark Animal Welfare Society's financial position is improving each day. It has been a lot of work but we are on our way. We have a goal to start a renovation of the cat area in the spring of 2018. It will be an energy efficient build so that the heating and cooling bills are manageable, water bowls no longer freeze, and water pipes no longer burst. We have had a few professionals who have indicated that they will volunteer their time — so far plumbers have come forward. We are hoping to have some licensed electricians, or carpenters. If you think you might be able to help please send an email to shelter@lanarkanimals.ca Mark your calendars for another exciting Pet Adoption weekend at Perth Pet Valu Dec. 2 and 3, 2017, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. LAWS volunteers will be available to greet you. We’ll have a bunch of happy, fluffy kittens available in all colours and sizes. Siblings as well as new found buddies. Pet Valu will organize some games to win prizes and we’ll be there to meet you and collect donations. Please join us and have some fun and who knows if you’ll go home with a new furry friend. Did you know that one in three pets will get lost, and 90 per cent will not return home if not microchipped. We can help: Dr. Rob Clark from the Smiths Falls Veterinary Services has graciously donated his time again to
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a little while ago. He’s large but very lean in size with a striking appearance. His manes, once they grow back, are going to be lovely. He’s eating a lot making up for lost time while living a street cat life. He has a funny meow, sounding like a growl but he is very friendly. He has a loud purring sound and loves to be stroked. Most of the day you’ll find him snoozing in a soft cat bed. He clearly enjoys being at LAWS where daily food is served, but we feel he needs a home where he’ll be loved sooner rather than later. Hi there, Silver here ... can you see me? I've been in the shelter since April and nobody seems to notice me although I am trying very hard to be noticed. I've added a few pounds to my small framed body because the food is very yummy here. The girls say that I am very friendly, but I don't need to be picked-up all the time. I gladly turn
over when you come to present my belly for a full belly rub, I LOVE those. Please come and visit me will you? Rex is a lovely handsome sevenmonth-old male. His sister Ruby just got adopted and he wishes her well. Now it’s his turn he thinks. He loves sitting on his perch in front of the window looking out to see who’s coming. Rex is very playful and very good with his cat-friends. Wish list Friskies pâté canned cat food, liquid laundry detergent, printer paper, postage stamps, sturdy garbage bags (30 inches by 33 inches or similar). Thank you for your continued support. Follow us at www.facebook. com/lanarkanimals and at lanarkanimals.com. Email shelter@lanarkanimals.com or call 613-283-9308. The shelter is located at 253 Glenview Rd., Smiths Falls.
Featured Pets Icy has been with us since February and is just over one year old. He arrived with two siblings who have long been adopted. Initially shy and insecure Icy is now very comfortable around people and other cats. He's extremely playful and loves to bat toys around in the cat run where he resides. Icy has been overlooked too many times, maybe because he doesn't go out of his way to greet potential adopters ... he's worth to trip to LAWS to meet him. We hope someone will give this young handsome male cat a chance. Meet Caster who was found on the streets. He arrived extremely thin just
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Beet hummus a colourful appetizer Kick off charitable giving season Beets add sweetness and a bright colour to this popular appetizer and best of all, ideally made ahead. Serve with vegetables of the season — greenhouse peppers, cauliflower — or with toasted pita wedges, bagel chips or crostini. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Roasting Time: 1 hour Makes about 3 cups (750 mL) Ingredients 3 Ontario beets, about one pound (500 g) 1 can (19 oz/540 mL) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 clove garlic, chopped 1/4 cup (50 mL) each tahini (sesame seed paste) and olive oil 2 tbsp (25 mL) each fresh lemon juice and prepared horseradish 1 tsp (5 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper 2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped fresh parsley leaves
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Trim tops and tails off beets. Wrap in foil and place in baking pan. Roast in 400 F (200 C) oven for one hour or until tender. Unwrap and cool slightly. Peel and chop. In food processor, pulse chickpeas until chopped. Add beets, garlic, tahini, oil, lemon juice, horseradish, salt and pepper. Process until Foodland Ontario smooth, scraping down sides often. Remove to Beet hummus is a colourful and tasty alterserving bowl and stir in parsley. Make-ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate up to native to a favourite dip. two days ahead. To freeze, do not add the parsFat: 3 grams ley. Once thawed, stir in chopped parsley. Carbohydrates: 5 grams Calories: 53 Nutritional information Fibre: 1 gram One serving (2 tbsp/25 mL): Sodium: 90 mg Protein: 2 grams
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What if the amber waves of grain should disappear? Farmers are great people, but man are they ever getting the short end of the stick. It's a good thing that these folks are attached to the craft and have so much love for the land or else we would all starve. Nowhere else can you find individuals who display such dedication and commitment to a vocation and lifestyle that is at the mercy of so many variables and out of one's control factors. For it is not only the seasons and the weather that holds these independent businesses hostage, but also the indifference and neglect that politicians, greedy corporations and (sadly) most of the general public, display toward them that compiles to create an ongoing and disheartening near total desperate situation. While attending the Lanark County Federation of Agriculture dinner in Black's Corners recently the many challenges, obstacles, frustrations and overwhelming circumstances that our local farmers are currently facing struck me once again like a slap across the face. So much so that I'd like to share a piece from my book, Tales From The Troubadour that was written a few years back. Because when you think about it, food is "political" and is also the ultimate "weapon." Urban folks can be forgiven for not understanding farm issues and farmers very well. After all; food is something that one just purchases at the store, right? It comes off of the shelf. Everyone knows that. No big deal. To most people farmers are just those vague individuals who; drive around on tractors all day, milk a few cows and listen to country music on the radio. They own huge fields of corn, hay and all of that green stuff and like to play around in manure piles. Sometimes they even make nuisances of themselves by plugging up the highways with their farm machinery in a demonstration because they apparently are upset about one thing or another. "Hayseeds," "hicks," or just those "plain folks" who live on the edge of a world that is "out there" somewhere. Out in the country or in another country for all they care. For it's all foreign to them.
In reality though, farming is political and make no mistake about it. Very political! Two thirds of the world is starving and it's not because mankind doesn't have the capacity to feed itself. It's because mankind doesn't have the political will to feed everyone. "Food is political!" Agriculture is big business and food is the ultimate weapon. Agriculture is still the largest industry in this country. And when it fails the nation fails. When farmers are threatened and go out of business the "politics of food" becomes the main issue at play. Not to mention all the social, historical, cultural and future ramifications that come into play. Canada is already dependent on other countries for our refined oil product needs. Although it's true that we produce a great deal of crude oil here, we have little capacity to refine and supply our own needs in that regard. We are basically totally dependent. Therefore "oil is political." And so is our food supply. Much of what we eat is imported. "Cheap food" makes this possible and in the eyes of many "desirable" as well. But what if present conditions change? Who will feed us then? Could we all be held hostage by foreign powers in regards to our food supply? Yes indeed. For many years now more and more of our farmers have been forced out of business. Much of this country's agricultural land has been turned into suburbs and with all of this our own ability to feed ourselves has greatly diminished. But with the continued availability of "cheap" imported food no one (except those in the agricultural industry) seems to be aware. For the shelves have remained full. But it has become a precarious situation and is very disturbing for those who are in the know. The rest have not noticed. But people will notice. Things are changing both internationally and domestically although not much has been made publicly about it here yet. The politics is changing and disturbances in weather patterns has added additional stress to the situation.
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Some scream "doom and gloom" while others seem to live in denial. The truth lies somewhere in between. One thing is certain. Soon we as consumers will begin to take notice as prices rise and the availability of products shrink. As more and more farmers go out of business the political and social implications will be felt by everyone. And if we continue to allow our farm-
ers to suffer and not offer them the proper amount of support then the amber waves of grain will surely disappear. And if the "amber waves of grain should disappear" then we all will simply be devastated. "How about a little foreign-aid, for our farmers over here? If the amber waves of grain, should disappear?" ( ~ Merle Haggard)
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Aladdin (Nathanael Flinn) is chased by Sergeant Ping (Bethany Duberville) for daring to take a peek at the Princess Jasmine. Tickets are on sale now for the pantomime at the Station Theatre. Submitted photo
Tickets for annual panto on sale now playing at Station Theatre It’s not too soon to get tickets for Aladdin, Station Theatre’s annual pantomime. First performance is just around the corner — Friday, December 8 at 7:30 p.m., and if the laughter and antics at rehearsals are any indication, it’s going to be a good one! Aladdin is a traditional British pantomime. Pantomimes are usually performed at Christmas incorporating song, dance, buffoonery, and lots of audience participation. It’s loosely based on a well-known fairy tale or folk tale — this year Aladdin. Aladdin lives in Old Peking with his mother, as well as a laundry boy named Wishee Washee, and a panda named Po Po. With much slapstick comedy and pun, Aladdin sneaks a glimpse of the imperial princess Jasmine and is only saved by the timely intervention of his
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With Christmas right around the corner, the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum is excited to host its annual Victorian Christmas Tea Party on Sunday, Dec. 3 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Share in the sights, sounds and flavours of an 1860s Christmas. Gather around a traditionally decorated tree in the parlour and enjoy a cup of tea or hot apple cider with a homemade seasonal treat, made specially by the museum's elves. Enjoy the talented sounds of the Giocoso string quartet and local carolers as they entertain guests with seasonal favourites. Guests who are looking for a little more history on Christmas traditions are welcome to wander through the period rooms of the house with a tour guide at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. discovering the origins of holiday rituals from the first Christmas cards and holiday music, to decorations and food. For our younger visitors there are a variety of crafts, games and activities throughout the afternoon. Come visit the craft corner or search the museum to help Santa find his elves! Faces young and old will surely brighten up as Santa Claus makes a special appearance, before he returns to the North Pole to pack his sleigh for Christ-
mas Eve. Don't forget to ask Santa for a photograph by the old fireplace in the parlour. During their visit, guests will also experience the original artwork that is on display as part of the 36th Annual Art Show and Sale. Several of the local exhibiting artists will be on hand to discuss their pieces. Many works on display are for sale and would make an excellent holiday gift idea for family and friends. Last but not least, the museum gift shop will offer holiday sales, samples, and draws. Pick up that perfect artisan craft, ornament, jewelry or local history book. Admission is by donation and everyone is welcome! The Heritage House Museum will be fully decorated for the season, Dec. 1 to Dec. 20 and is open Thursdays 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 11 Old Sly’s Rd. in Smiths Falls. For more information on the museum or to book your holiday tour, please call: 613-283-6311 or by email at heritagehouse@ smithsfalls.ca. Submitted by Heritage House Museum
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Get ready to deck the streets of Pakenham in holiday cheer for the annual Pakenham Country Christmas celebration on Saturday, Nov. 25. This is the sixth year for the event, running 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., which was dreamed up by the Pakenham Business and Tourism Association after the former Jingle Bell Tour ended. It has continually increased in popularity. “I think Pakenham Country Christmas has remained popular as it is a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with a variety of activities to interest the whole family,” noted Pakenham Country Christmas co-ordinator Christine Whelan. The association doesn’t just co-ordinate Pakenham Country Christmas, but also commits to one project each year within the village, and for 2017, there’s a focus on recreation. “This year, we plan to put benches along the new multi-purpose trail, which is being developed on the old rail line,” Whelan explained. There are plenty of activities scheduled for the entire family to have a day of old-fashioned fun. Pakenham Public School will once again be a hub of activity for the day, setting up a craft sale, the ever-popular Girl Guide Christmas Café, letters to Santa and face painting, all taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Our new children’s activity this year is the face painting taking place at the school by local artists Aamina Badran of Mississilli Faces and is
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meeting of the town’s policy review committee on March 14 was illegal. The Ombudsman’s office is independent of government and political parties, and its directive is to ensure government accountability through effective oversight of the administration of government services. Under the Municipal Act, 2001 all meetings of council, local boards and committees of council must be open to the public, unless they fall within prescribed exceptions. The Ombudsman’s open meeting team investigated the complaint, which included reviewing the town’s procedural bylaw and relevant portions of the Municipal Act, 2001. Too, the team looked at the records for the town’s planning and protection meeting on March 7 and the policy review meeting on March 14. Interviews were also conducted with the municipality’s clerk, Duncan Rogers, as well as the councillors who were present during the policy review meeting’s closed session. According to the Ombudsman’s report, which was dated Oct. 23, “The Ombudsman’s office received full co-operation in this matter.” During the policy review meeting on March 14, committee members agreed in closed session that a statement delivered by Antonakos a week earlier would not be included with action report 128132. Antonakos’ statement during the planning and protection meeting on March 7 was in reference to an item on the agenda labelled media relations, brought forward by Doucett. It stated the mayor “continues to refuse to respond to the media about important issues facing the community.” “I think this is a problem that needs resolution,” Doucett said at the time. “I think it is undermining this council’s efBackground forts to keep the taxpayers inIn June, the Ombudsman’s formed.” office informed the town about On March 7, council a complaint it received from See REPORT page A/CP15 an individual alleging a closed
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Carleton Place councillors respectfully disagreed with a report released last month from the Ontario Ombudsman, finding the municipal policy review committee contravened both the Municipal Act, 2001 and the town’s procedural bylaw. The report, dated, Oct. 23, found the contravention took place when the committee in question went into closed session under the litigation or potential litigation exception to the open meeting rules to discuss a statement by Mayor Louis Antonakos. In the report it was noted “there was not a reasonable prospect of litigation at the time of the closed meeting and the discussion did not fit within the litigation or potential litigation exception.” “The mayor’s statement, while contentious, does not justify the committee’s belief that litigation was a reasonable prospect,” the Ombudsman (Paul Dubé) concluded. “While the committee may have had a suspicion that the mayor’s statement opened the town up to liability, this belief alone would not constitute a reasonable prospect of litigation and I find the possibility too remote to justify closing the meeting to the public.” As a result of the Ombudsman’s findings, Carleton Place resident Jim Collins is calling on six members of council to publicly apologize for comments contained in a joint statement released to the media on March 31. Registered as a delegation during the council meeting on Nov. 14, Collins revealed his family endured “serious repercussions and embarrassment due to your public comments.” The statement from deputy mayor Jerry Flynn and councillors Doug Black, Brian Doucett, Theresa Fritz, Sean Redmond and Ross Trimble was in response to concerns
voiced by Collins at the council meeting on March 28. Collins believed the discussion by the policy review committee on March 14 regarding the mayor’s statement should not have been held in closed session, considering it was talked about on March 7 in open session with the public and media present. “As a member of this community I feel it is my right and obligation to my family, friends and this community to pursue this matter with the Ontario Ombudsman,” he said at the time. In the statement on March 31, the deputy mayor noted Collins’ words “attempted to leave the impression council had in some way disobeyed the Municipal Act, 2001, but in reality, all correct procedures were followed and documented.” Too, he called them “uninformed and unfounded,” and even questioned if they were “scripted by someone other than himself.” On Tuesday night, Collins noted the purpose of the media statement by the deputy mayor and five councillors was “clearly intended to demean, devalue and disrespect my rights as a taxpayer and citizen of this community, not to mention, circumvent my Canadian democratic rights to participate and engage the system that I have supported my entire adult life, which included more than 30 years as a public servant.” He asked Flynn and councillors Black, Doucett, Fritz, Redmond and Trimble to “publicly apologize – verbally and in writing – individually and collectively.” Furthermore, Collins demanded a “detailed official press release, apology and retraction in all the media outlets that covered this story.”
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Cold Night idea, they were hopeful it would make a big impact. “By the turnout last night, I believe we achieved just that!” Maurice noted. She added: “I am just still in awe of how many people, including our own youth, who came out and braced the cold to make an impact in Carleton place. Our hearts are swelling with pride at the moment.” By way of a video on social media, Maurice and Hartwick challenged Antonakos to participate in One Cold Night. He came into their shop the next day and accepted. “It was an honour for me to join Lea Maurice, a local entrepreneur and business woman, and Terrilee Kelford
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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. Taking to the event’s Facebook page, Maurice wrote: “I cannot even begin to express our appreciation for everyone who came out last night and spent the whole night in the cold.” In an interview with the Canadian Gazette to promote One Cold Night, Maurice explained, “Sleeping outside gives people the opportunity to experience homelessness and the struggles that go along with it, even if just for one night.” “It is really important to understand what kids go through being homeless.” Proceeds from the fundraiser will support Cornerstone Landing Youth Services Inc., a community-based, non-profit charitable organization providing assistance for homeless youth. The exact amount raised is not yet public. “We surpassed our fundraising goal of $1,000 dollars!” Maurice teased online. One Cold Night ran from 10 p.m. on Nov. 17 (Friday), going through
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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. Pictured, from left, Downtown Carleton Place chair Mark Lovell, Carleton Place Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn, Downtown Carleton Place co-ordinator Kate Murray and Kory Earle. the night until 6 a.m. on Nov. 18 (Saturday). In addition to Maurice and Hartwick, participants included Carleton Place Mayor Louis Antonakos, Carleton Place Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn, Downtown Carleton Place board chair Mark Lovell and co-ordinator Kate Murray, Erica Gyldenbjerg of The Twisted Barber, People
First of Canada president Kory Earle and more. “I am so glad I was able to share this experience with so many amazing and wonderful people,” Maurice Submitted photo wrote. “It will be something to reOne Cold Night was a fundraising initiative of Lea Maurice, right, and member for sure.” Courtney Hartwick, co-owners Soak Artisan Bath & Body, located at When the Soak Artisan Bath & Body owners came up with the One 157 Bridge St.
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from Kelford Youth Services, to bring awareness to this very sensitive problem in our community and throughout the county,” the mayor told this newspaper in an email on Nov. 20. “I wish those most concerned with this issue nothing but success and I plan on participating again next year in support of this worthy cause.” “I can tell you it was not a comfortable evening on the street, even with our sleeping bags and access to a hot beverage,” the mayor expressed. “It certainly raised my awareness about the seriousness of this issue.” Antonakos plans to advance this matter at the upper tier of county council.
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Man charged after shotgun discharged in parking lot of Carleton Place pub BY TARA GESNER
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An Arnprior man is facing five charges, including careless use of a firearm, after an incident in Carleton Place. On Friday, Nov. 17, just before 2 a.m., Lanark County OPP responded to
more than one call regarding a man with a shotgun in the parking lot of The Waterfront Gastropub, located at 12 Bell St., Const. David Bird told the Canadian Gazette. According to reports, the man had discharged the shotgun. “No one was injured dur-
ing the incident,” Bird said. Police responding to The Waterfront Gastropub stopped a Chevrolet pickup truck travelling from the scene at high speed. Arnprior’s Kody Desgagne,
27, has been charged with the following offences: one count careless use of a firearm; one count unauthorized use of a firearm; one count drive motor vehicle while ability impaired; one
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An Arnprior man is facing five charges, including careless use of a firearm, after an incident in Carleton Place. On Friday, Nov. 17, just before 2 a.m., Lanark County OPP responded to more than one call regarding a man with a shotgun in the parking lot of The Waterfront Gastropub, located at 12 Bell St.
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One Cold Night participants, from left, Kory Earle and Beverly Morrow, bundled up in sleeping bags and blankets to stay warm overnight on Nov. 14. The event raised money and awareness for area youth facing homelessness.
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count care or control of motor vehicle over 80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood (all offences are contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada); and one count race motor vehicle –
stunt drive (offence contrary to the Highway Traffic Act). Desgagne was released to appear in Perth provincial court. None of these charges have been proven in court.
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Swayze called the mayor’s violation “the most egregious disclosure of confidential information I have ever encountered in nine years serving as an integrity commissioner.” In the end, Antonakos had his salary suspended for 90 days — the most severe financial penalty under the Ontario Municipal Act. Moreover, 25 per cent of his 2017 discretionary fund was docked. On Tuesday night, Redmond schooled the mayor: “Confidentiality means do not share, do not distribute, do not discuss and do not use for your own personal agenda.” “The reason you felt it was OK to release these confidential documents was for your own personal gains and vendettas,” Redmond charged. He accused the mayor of having “no boundaries, no ethics, no morals and no guidelines ... this action was a blatant attempt to smear and discredit a valued member of our community for your own gains.” “This action has placed the citizens of Carleton Place, the town staff and your fellow members of council in a very precarious and potentially very expensive position,” the councillor accused. Coun. Theresa Fritz asked the mayor why he released confidential documents. “I did not release confidential documents,” Antonakos said. “That is an erroneous statement.” “You sent them to council, to staff,” Fritz countered. “I should not have seen them.” Wanting “an open and transparent discussion” regarding his email, Antonakos had no problem with his letter to the integrity commissioner being released publicly along with the documents. “Let us release all documents, what are you afraid of — the truth,” the mayor exclaimed. “I, myself, will not participate in any public discussion that will divulge confidential information,” Redmond said. “I have my standards, my morals.” Dulmage who was registered to speak Tuesday night noted the letter was written on the town’s official letterhead and signed by the mayor. He asked if council endorsed the letter. There was a unanimous ‘no’. “Let us release the letter,” Antonakos said again. “They are not going to release the letter, Louis,” Dulmage argued. “You are trying
to do something to get me ... the problem is you released a confidential document and you used my name in the document ... you had no right to do it.” “File a complaint,” Antonakos dared. “I’m going to tell you to your face, you are a complete liar,” Dulmage said. And the former mayor was not finished. Referencing the mayor’s letter, he said: “The body of this, without getting into details, is to ask for your relief from the integrity commissioner’s decision for releasing confidential information. You then take a confidential document and release it. Either you are stupid or a liar, or both; however, one thing is certain ... you should consider resigning as mayor of this community. Right now, you have six people who do not want you here and you are not doing anything to help this community.” It was then Coun. Doug Black’s turn to comment. “We are not interested in releasing confidential documents, and do not try to manipulate this council,” he warned. “I do not think I am manipulating anyone, Coun. Black,” the mayor responded. “The past mayor (Dulmage) clearly has a copy of the letter.” “That has nothing to do with what we are talking about, Your Worship,” Doucett interjected. “It does have something to do with it,” Antonakos stated. “We have a complaint from the past mayor.” Dulmage filed a grievance with Swayze against Antonakos on Oct. 6, which alleged “a severe breach of the council code of conduct.” “Well, I am overruling you as chair of this committee,” Doucett said on Tuesday. “You have not let me finish my point,” Antonakos announced. “Exactly,” Doucett responded. “I am the chair.” Antonakos charged Doucett was denying him his fundamental right to make a fair comment on a topic being discussed. “I will let you finish this meeting without me,” the mayor said, gathering his chains and papers and standing. “This is a joke,” Doucett replied. “You are a joke,” the mayor hit back. Fritz chimed in, “You always want to leave when the going gets tough.” Antonakos claimed he had the best attendance record in the room for the past 10 years. “I do not think so,” Fritz
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Former Carleton Place Mayor Paul Dulmage confronted current Mayor Louis Antonakos during the policy review committee meeting on Nov. 14, calling on him to resign over an alleged breach of confidentiality. said. Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn asked the mayor to answer one question before he leaves. “Let us stick to the point of order here,” Antonakos stated. “The point of order is that man in the chair’s seat (Doucett) is denying me a fundamental right to respond to an agenda item.” “Why are you not speaking up and defending that principle and right?” he asked the deputy mayor. Alleged crime committed Fritz asked the mayor why he asked the clerk, Duncan Rogers, for the confidential reports. “I asked because there was an article in the Ottawa Citizen seven years ago that referenced those two reports,” Antonakos explained. “I had never seen those reports.” When the mayor read the documents, “I found them disturbing,” he continued. “I thought it would be in the interests of our residents and the health and safety of our community to share those reports with this council.” “I did send out an email with three attachments, and I sent them to my colleagues because I thought those documents were important,” Antonakos stressed. Rogers stood and told council members he cautioned the mayor about releasing the documents. Antonakos said he has “not tried to discredit anyone ... I only want to provide facts.” Again, Fritz noted there was no reason for her to know what was in those documents.
“I believe a crime has been committed,” the mayor said, getting serious. “That is why.” Fritz asked if he went to the police, and the mayor said he did. “I went to the police and I notified my colleagues,” Antonakos revealed. “I also have
a meeting with the attorney general in Toronto to deal with this matter.” The mayor added: “This is a very serious matter. I am bringing it forward because I believe a crime has been committed in this building (town hall).” “And it happened when you were on council and you are only bringing it into the light now,” Fritz stated. The mayor reiterated he had not seen those reports previously. “Why did the integrity commissioner get that information ... what was the point of that?” Flynn asked. “The integrity commissioner is one level above us ... someone we choose to give information to when there is a dispute,” Antonakos responded. “He is a respected lawyer for 46 years and the person we chose as our contractor.” Redmond told Antonakos his recent actions have cost the town dearly, “not only in money but embarrassment, hampering our future growth and well being as a community.” “Mayor Antonakos, this is your mess ... you created it and you must deal with it,” he added. Requesting Antonakos “end this dog and pony show
of yours” ... “I ask you to do the proper thing, the right thing and the honourable thing — resign immediately as the mayor of Carleton Place. Filing complaint Black took the chair’s seat so Doucett could make a code of conduct violation motion against the mayor for releasing confidential documents. Antonakos asked for a point of order. “We have policies and procedures for filing a complaint ... should it not be done confidentially?” he inquired. The clerk stated it must. The mayor accused Doucett of a making a serious breach ... “you just slandered my name ... you should have done it in camera and let the process unfold.” “If I made a mistake I apologize,” Doucett responded. “I withdraw my motion.” “You made statements about me that are erroneous and I resent your conduct in this room,” Antonakos said. Looking at the mayor, Doucett said: “I will be attending the clerk’s office tomorrow morning and I will be filing a complaint against you. It involves me and I can say what I want.”
14th Annual
Candlelight Memorial Service When: Saturday, December 2nd, 2017 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Pilon Family Chapel 50 John Street North, Arnprior We would like to extend a warm invitation to attend our annual Candlelight Memorial Service. A time of refreshment and friendship will follow in the Pilon Family Reception Centre. This service will offer a warm and thoughtful tribute to honour loved ones who have gone before us and remain close to our hearts. The service will feature seasonal music and a memorial message that we hope will provide comfort and peace. We would like to remember your loved one by reading his or her name aloud during the service. Please R.S.V.P. at 613-623-5194 by Wednesday, November 29th, 2017 When you call, please leave the name of your loved one(s) that you would like remembered during the service and how many will be attending. Our service will be webcast for those who are unable to attend. Please call for details. ~ Please join us ~
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Council raises concerns over expanding permissions for secondary dwelling units A zoning bylaw amendment that would see permissions expanded for secondary unit dwellings has been referred back to staff by Mississippi Mills council. The amendment to the municipality’s comprehensive zoning bylaw, proposes allowing secondary dwelling units to be located within accessory structures or as an ancillary structure, examples of which are a detached garage or gazebo. According to a report prepared by junior planner Andrew Scanlan Dickie, secondary dwelling units are commonly known as inlaw suites and accessory apartments within residential units. He noted the change is being recommended as the section of the comprehensive zoning bylaw dealing with the units, is out of date “and limits the allowance of these units within the primary dwelling only.” “(That section) is to be amended to follow changes made through the Strong Communities through Affordable Housing Act, 2011 that are more permissive and provide alternatives to traditional community housing stock,” Scanlan Dickie stated in his report. “ … The proposal intends to provide affordable alternatives that reduce demands on existing infrastructure,” he continued. “As requested by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, provisions are to be permissive to not limit landowner opportunities.” All secondary dwelling projects would also be subject to a site plan control application to “ensure buildings are sensitive to neighbourhood character,” Scanlan Dickie said. Secondary dwellings would be expected to use existing water and sanitary infrastructure and be in accordance with current driveway and parking bylaws. Residential properties in the urban areas would be restricted
to a secondary dwelling of between 340 to 750 square feet in size, while rural properties could have a maximum of 1,000 square feet. “Currently, our situation is that people can put a secondary dwelling within their home, but this bylaw is just allowing them to put it outside their home?” questioned Coun. Jill McCubbin. “Correct,” Scanlan Dickie stated. In circulating the proposed changes to external agencies, the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) wanted to ensure secondary dwelling units wouldn’t be permitted on waterfront lots and that a scoped hydrogeological review be conducted for any unit to ensure sustainable groundwater use and water quantity. Coun. Duncan Abbott, who serves as Mississippi Mills’ representative on the MVCA, wanted clarification on whether each site would have to be drilled and tested. “In speaking with the MVCA, it’s still in the works of what would be required, but what they’re leaning toward is similar to an environmental impact study,” answered Scanlan Dickie. “It would be quite scoped … Will they have to drill in some cases? Probably, yes, but it would follow within the jurisdiction of the MVCA.” McCubbin inquired why waterfront properties wouldn’t just be subject to the same regulations rather than be removed. “The logic is mainly in regards to developing near water. It’s not necessarily about the well and septic but more the effects more development and density along the waterfront might have in the long run,” Scanlan Dickie commented. The MVCA concern on groundwater contamination went a bit further, indicating that design thresholds for privately serviced areas is based on a maximum of five people, per dwelling. “It’s almost like they’re trying to set up a family police,” exclaimed Coun.
Denzil Ferguson. “What are we trying to accomplish here? If a family increases from five to eight people, what are we going to have them do, move out? I do not get the logic behind this,” he added. In their comments on the bylaw change, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing (MMAH) wanted row houses included as a permitted dwelling type, which Coun. Jane Torrance was against. “I’m really quite pleased to see this coming forward and I think you’ve done a good job on this, Andrew … What’s scary to me is that in a subdivision where 500 lots have been approved in a certain area, within five years, we could have 1,000 dwellings instead of 500,” she stated, questioning if
any thought had been made about parking, traffic and schools. “Could we have an additional 500 secondary dwellings?” Scanlan Dickie noted that if each house has room for a secondary dwelling that could be the case. “But if you look at Riverfront (Estates), sizes of the yards and the types of dwellings — townhomes, semidetached, etc., more than 80 per cent of those would not be permitted to have a secondary dwelling just based on the restrictions alone,” he answered. “To have those secondary dwelling units in each one of those lots is highly, highly unlikely.” Torrance said if the remaining 20 per cent of homes were permitted to add a secondary dwelling, it would still be cause for
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concern. Mayor Shaun McLaughlin saw some of the suggestions from the MMAH as “meddling.” “They’re creating opportunities for more of these secondary dwellings by including row houses,” he said. “I think our original view of this when we discussed it was that we wanted to see most of these secondary dwellings in rural areas. In the urban area, it doesn’t make sense.” He wondered if the MMAH comments could be ignored. “They are not a deciding body or final approval,” said Scanlan Dickie. “However, we do have to send it to them for input.” A public meeting on the matter was also held Sept.
5, where some concerns from real estate brokers and builders included shared servicing requirement of rural lots and that restrictions should be put on the proposed allowable heights. Coun. John Edwards made a motion for the item to be referred back to staff. “There’s probably enough been said here to know that this (bylaw) needs to be reworked,” he said. “The principle of this thing is solid — to allow for more housing in the rural area … but I think there are real specific reasons why we can’t let this go like it is.” Council members were in agreement with Edwards and the matter will come back to a future meeting for further discussion.
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Phone: (613) 253-6000 143 High St. Fax: (613) 253-6001 Carleton Place, ON Email: tony@gasmithsurveying.ca K7C 1W5
Civitan members will be collecting food for Lanark County Foodbank and cash for the Christmas Basket program at the Carleton Place Santa Claus Parade November 25th. Let’s make the donations for the Canada 150th parade the best ever!
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lumed hat, will travel. I’m not sure what Sir Elton John’s travel packing list must have looked like in the 1970s, but we know that he wore a hat with a long bird feather sticking out of it during a trip to Toronto likely in 1979 (Elton played the O’Keefe Centre twice in October of ‘79, and Maple Leaf Gardens in September of 1980.) My father was in the right place, at the right time - as a baggage handler at Air Canada, he just happened to be talking to a colleague at a ticket desk, when “Captain Fantastic” himself showed up, and asked when the flight to London Heathrow was boarding. Now, it’s one thing to show up some place, knowing you will see someone famous. In June of 1963, my father and mother both saw JFK, in Dublin, in his motorcade, Jackie by his side. That’s different It’s when someone famous suddenly enters your orbit that things take a turn for the surreal. In 1986, again at Toronto airport, my family was boarding a plane to Los Angeles. Not surprisingly, there were Hollywood types on board (on another LAX bound flight in 1993, I helped one prospective actress go over her lines for the Look Who’s Talking Now audition.) Margot Kidder got on board the flight and was in full diva mode, throwing her arms around a friend like she had not seen
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him in years, and generally “carrying on,” as my mother said. We now realize that Kidder was battling mental health demons at the time, it was chalked up to the artistic temperament. In 2015, my brother was working for the City of Toronto’s parks and recreation department. On his lunch break he was looking for a place to eat in Scarborough when he noticed a commotion over at the mosque across the road. He wandered in - and walked right into a rally for Justin Trudeau! This past week, I had more dumb luck when I sat down to talk to a parent at the Drummond Central School’s Friendship Feast. Glenn McKenzie’s farm had donated some meat, Paulina Hrebacka/Metroland but, in conversation, we discovered that he had been an Associated Press reporter who had met former Zimbabwean President Bud Mannoly sells unique crafts, jewelry and semi precious stones from Mel-Lo Designs at the IODE Craft Robert Mugabe. Show held at the Carleton Place Arena on Saturday, Oct. 28. Matthew 25:13 tells us: “Keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour.” In this case, to torture a phrase, cometh the hour, cometh the man - and we see that six degrees of separation really does connect all of us, from a ‘70s pop prince to a Hollywood diva, to the farmer DEAR EDITOR: the latest concerns are the energy lev- selling have to meet these certain who shook the dictator’s hand. Two recent Globe & Mail articles els covering existing homes with the upgrades. caught my eye in the past several eventual aim of “net zero” housing. I believe that these requirements weeks dealing with changing climate The plan outlines the use of techni- can be met gradually over time and the needed resultant repercus- cal upgrades in windows, roof, insu- and that if developers/builders are sions on building designs. The first lation, lighting and any other energy forced to build better using readily article covers the federal govern- saving methods by 2022. This is all available existing LED lighting, efment’s plans for upgrades to the in the hopes that Canada will meet ficient windows, longer lasting roofbuilding codes that will affect exist- its set target of lowering greenhouse ing materials and more insulation ing homes before being sold, or dur- gas emissions (GHG) by 2030. More etc. now, future home sellers will ing a major event like renovations or energy efficient residential, commer- not find themselves in a bind. Not rebuilding after a fire, flood or other cial and institutional structures will to mention that it will be more cost major occurrences. help to cut back on the one quarter of effective if these upgrades were to The second article from the Na- the contributions of GHG from these be included during the initial buildtional Research Council (NRC) sources. ing stages instead of during later deals with necessary forced changes Like everything else no matter how renovations. If one needs a new to the building codes to mitigate the sensible from seat belts to the elimina- roof or new windows for existing effects of severe weather forces like tion of smoking there are the detrac- structures, why not use these more The Canadian Gazette welcomes letters to the editor. Senders must floods, droughts, fires, wind, rain, tors. This case is no different. One efficient longer-lasting materials include their full name, complete address and a contact phone etc. “very concerned” group is the Cana- that are on the market and reasonModel building codes are set at dian Real Estate Association (CREA) ably priced? It will save energy and number. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. We the federal level and it is up to the who believe that this will change the environmental costs and allow for reserve the right to edit letters for space and content, both in print provinces to decide if or what, or fundamentals of selling or buying a quicker and easier sale when it is and online at www.insideottawavalley.com. To submit a letter to the how much to adapt. In the past, the homes. Other concerns are that this time to sell. editor, please email akulp@metroland.com, fax them to 613-283federal government’s building code will increase prices and that this will 7480, or mail them to 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. See LETTER page A/CP9 guidelines have covered new homes, impose hardships on some who before
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Hub Hospice Palliative Care unveils 2017-18 board of directors Hub Hospice Palliative Care (HHPC) in Almonte is proud to introduce its board for 2017-18. The board includes chair Jane Henderson, past chair Christine Bois, vice-chair Nancy Deschenes, treasurer Cathy Cochran, secretary Nora Hammell and directors Kat Fournier, Toni Surko, Elaine Menard, Jan Watson, Hannah Larkin, Tony O’Neill and Richard Hall. Each director was selected for personal commitment to palliative care and offers unique contributions in order to help HHPC fulfil its mission.
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This brings me to the second article which circles back to the above, first article. It should be embarrassing for any informed individual not to see the harmful evidence of more common and severe climate changes, from recent flooding on the Ottawa River to fires in central B.C. to our own high water marks on the Mississippi. NRC is attempt-
HHPC is proud of each of our 25 volunteers and our coordinator of volunteers, Allison Griffith. These dedicated people are the very heart of our program. Since HHPC’s incorporation as an independent body in 2013, the program has steadily grown and gained recognition for the unique service we provide. HHPC is fortunate to have a hard working board, all strongly devoted to the same mission and philosophy of service. HHPC is funded by donaPlease visit our website hubhospice.com or allison@ tions from our communities. hubhospice.com and look for hubhospice.com. We thank you for this impor- us on Facebook. For specific Submitted by Hub Hospice tant support. questions, contact chair@ Palliative Care
ing to record climate data in 660 Canadian locations in 11 provinces and territories to be able to “update building codes to account for climate change.” The collected new empirical data will then be used for a 2020 update to the national building code, which will serve as models for provincial and municipal governments for buildings, roads, sewers and other infrastructure con-
struction. With these common-sense required changes being forced upon us, sooner or later, I don’t understand why our municipal council seems happy to accept whatever any developer wants to build in Carleton Place. I feel that no development is better than the run-of-the-mill out dated before they are up structures to continue. Tighten up and encourage
the better more caring developers with not just an eye on profits but also with an eye to a better future for them, the town and the planet. If there is a run-away train headed towards you, wouldn’t it make sense to get out of the way before the inevitable collision and resultant damages take place? Bill Bousada Carleton Place
Hub Hospice Palliative Care recently announced its 2017-18 board of directors. Front row, from left: Cathy Cochran (treasurer and finance); Nancy Deschenes (vice-chair); Jane Henderson (chair); Christine Bois (past chair); and Nora Hammell (secretary). Back row, from left: directors Kat Fournier, Toni Surko, Hannah Larkin, Jan Watson, Elaine Menard and Richard Hall. Absent from the photo is Tony O’Neill. Photo courtesy Kathleen Teahen
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Carleton Place getting the Hollywood treatment with movie shoot BY TARA GESNER
in). The amount is a significant increase over the previous two years: $18.99 per person in 2015 (all in) and $17.44 per person in 2016 (all in). In order to secure the reservation, the town notified Waterfall Catering that it is the successful bidder.
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Carleton Place council members discussed the following matters during the regular and policy review meetings on Nov. 14. Small town charm: It is what makes Carleton Place the ideal setting for a movie. During the policy review meeting, council members approved a request from Black Widow Film Inc. to use the council chamber at town hall for filming between Nov. 19 and Dec. 3 “This is not the first time the council chamber has been used for filming,” Coun. Brian Doucett noted. “I think there was a (movie crew here) last year.” Doucett chaired the meeting. Town staff will be scheduled to supervise the production company at all times, and the production company will be responsible for all staffing costs. “Yes … A Rooftop Christmas was filmed here,” Coun. Theresa Fritz stated. “It is going to be on the W Network this weekend.” She added, the council chamber served as a courtroom, which “ironically, it did at one time.” Doucett pointed out the beauty and uniqueness of the council chamber, and he praised the previous councils for helping to “maintain the building’s heritage status.” It is not known at this time what the movie being filmed is about or called.
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During the policy review meeting on Nov. 14, council members approved a request from Black Widow Film Inc. to use the council chamber at town hall for filming between Nov. 19 and Dec. 3. Above, a “Town of Mill Creek” police car outside the town hall. An American flag was also spotted at the municipal headquarters. Filming is also taking place on was the youngest ever – Connor Bridge Street. Edwards. He was selected for his contribution to the youth of the Catering quotes increase community. Carleton Place will hold its Appreciation Night guests enjoy 2017 Appreciation Night at the a social hour, dinner and dance. Neelin Street Community Centre During the policy review meet(arena) on Saturday, Dec. 9. ing, council members heard, at the During the event, the munici- end of October, three local busipality will hand out its long ser- nesses were invited to bid on the vice awards and honour employ- supply of catering services. ees with perfect attendance. Too, Only Waterfall Catering exthe name of this year’s citizen of pressed interest, with the quote the year will be revealed. per person for the evening comIn 2016, the citizen of the year ing in at $33.99 per person (all
Town receiving money A recent application by the town to the Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program was approved for a grant up to $168,000, which will be used to develop a water/wastewater plant resiliency plan. In a report to the policy review committee, chief administrative officer (CAO) Paul Knowles noted the grant would fund 80 per cent of the study’s total cost -- $201,000. Council members carried a motion permitting the CAO to execute a contract with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) so the town can receive the grant money. Back on the board During Tuesday’s council meeting, clerk Duncan Rogers was given the official OK to amend the town’s striking committee report to add Dena Comley as a member of the Downtown Carleton Place (DCP) board. The owner of The Granary, Comley resigned as chair of the DCP board in early 2016. At the time, the Canadian Gazette asked
the organization’s new chair, Rocky McDonald of Body Graphics Tattoo, as well as DCP’s then project manager, Cathie McOrmond, about Comely’s sudden departure. “Personal and professional commitments,” McOrmond said. In late 2016, McDonald also resigned as DCP chair, citing the organization’s restructuring as the reason. The current DCP board chair is Mark Lovell, a downtown Carleton Place property owner. Climate change footprint Owing to revised eligibility requirements for the provincial government’s Municipal Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Challenge Fund, Carleton Place will submit an application to the fund for $474,307 – 50 per cent of the estimated cost ($948,614) – to replace its streetlights with energy efficient streetlights. Council carried the motion during its meeting on Tuesday night. Moreover, within 18 months of the town’s fund application being approved, council adopts its GHG Emissions Reduction Statement and commits to preparing a community-wide GHG inventory. Furthermore, the GHG Emissions Reduction Plan will be agreed to, which includes targets for GHG reduction of 15 per cent in 2020, 37 per cent in 2030 and 80 per cent in 2050. Selected projects will be announced in 2018.
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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
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Reformed Presbyterian Church 273 Almonte St., Almonte Sunday Service at 10:00 a.m. Weekly small groups and youth group Church Office: 613-256-2816 www.hillsiderpc.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.
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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
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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. Above left: One cold night participants, from left, Kory Earle and Carleton Place Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn gave up their warm homes and beds. Top right: Wind, rain or snow ... whatever Mother Nature had to offer, One Cold Night ran from 10 p.m. on Friday, going through the night until 6 a.m. on Nov. 18 (Saturday). Four young participants are pictured braving the elements.
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Carleton Place adopts complaint, unreasonable behaviour policies BY TARA GESNER
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Carleton Place council members adopted a formal complaint policy and unreasonable behaviour policy at the policy review meeting on Nov. 14. By way of the implementation of a formal complaint policy, the public will be permitted to submit an official complaint to the town, ensuring grievances are dealt with consistently, fairly and processed through a transparent process. Too, it will provide documented information on the nature of the complaint and how it was managed. What is prompting this,” Mayor Louis Antonakos inquired during discussion on matter. “Are other municipalities adopting this? Deputy clerk Stacey Blair noted, it is a matter of good operational practice, and the province has mandated it … these policies ensure the appropriate handling of complaints, continuous improvement, fairness and accountability. Bill 8 (Public Sector and MPP Accountability and Transparency Act, 2014) expanded the jurisdiction of the province’s Ombudsman to include Ontario’s 444 municipalities. Now, the Ombudsman has the authority to investigate complaints about Ontario’s municipalities, including municipal councils, local boards and municipally-controlled corporations, with some exemptions. On Tuesday, Blair explained: “One of the main reasons you need a policy like this ... if someone goes straight to the Ombudsman’s office with a complaint they are going to get asked if they exhausted the resources available to them at the municipal level. “If not
... they will have to go back and go through the formal process that municipalities are now expected to have in place.” “If you do not have it and you need it, you are going to get told to put it in place,” she added. If local mechanisms are unsuccessful for complaint resolution, the Ombudsman may attempt resolution and contact the municipality for further information. If any investigation is necessary, the municipality will receive notice from the Ombudsman. Blair called the unreasonable behaviour policy “a safeguard.” Vexatious, frivolous and/or unreasonable persistent requests may compromise the town’s ability to deliver high quality service in a timely manner. According to the policy, frivolous and vexatious behaviour is defined as “any interaction (s) that are initiated with the intent to embarrass, delay or annoy, or is part of a pattern of conduct by an individual or group.” The unreasonable behaviour policy prevents and addresses potential abuse of municipal resources, including council and staff time. “It benefits the ratepayer,” Blair stressed. “The intent of the policy is to prevent an individual or group from chewing up staff time for the sake of chewing up staff time.” Coun. Sean Redmond noted this policy applies to council, staff and members of the public. “How would that work?” Antonakos asked. Blair explained the unreasonable behaviour policy is not going to deal with the things the integrity commissioner would deal with. “It is more service delivery relat-
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ed,” she continued. Public comments Registered to speak on the agenda item was former Carleton Place Mayor Paul Dulmage. “I am here tonight to speak about procedure, disrespect … council’s way of handling things,” Dulmage said. Holding up a piece of paper, “I have a letter here that was released to the integrity commissioner by mayor Antonakos,” the former mayor continued. Robert Swayze is the integrity commissioner for Carleton Place. Dulmage stated: “It says … based on the primary testimony of Mr. Dulmage who by all accounts is well known by deputy mayor Flynn and staff as a dishonoured mayor ...” Dulmage asked if Flynn has taken any action on the letter since it came out. “I sent a statement to the integrity commissioner refuting those words … I never did, never will think it,” Flynn said. Dulmage revealed he has reached out to many members of town staff, and “I cannot find one staff members who feels that way about me.” “Based on this information, I will make a clear statement … mayor Antonakos, you are a liar and there is no question about it,” the former mayor exclaimed. Later in the evening, Antonakos defended sending his letter to the integrity commissioner, along with two confidential reports from seven years ago. “I believe a crime has been committed,” the mayor said. “That is why.” Resident Mark Smith was also reg-
istered to speak on Tuesday about the complaint and unreasonable behaviour policies. “Being ex-military ... not that I am against a complaint policy, but the public is singled out in this (unreasonable behaviour) policy, not staff or anyone else,” he stated. “Have there been many occurrences where the public has harassed employees and this is required?” Smith wondered if the contents of the policy were not already covered in the town’s harassment policy, the province’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and numerous other acts
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12 Days of Christmas Raffle kicks off in Carleton Place BY TARA GESNER
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The Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce and Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH) Foundation are again teaming up for the 12 Days of Christmas Raffle. There is just over $9,400 worth of prizes this year, and the odds of winning are great. “The value of the prizes has increased substantially,” chamber manager Jackie Kavanagh told the Canadian Gazette. CPDMH Foundation manager of fundraising Robyn Arseneau noted, “The generosity of the community has been amazing.” “Altogether there are 78 donated prizes, which is phenomenal,” she added. “The grand prize is $500 in Christmas cash,” which will come from the raffle proceeds. Kavanagh stressed, “It is real cash dollars, and we would love the winner to spend it in Carleton Place.” Tickets are $10 each or three for $20. They are available at the following locations in Carleton Place: The Information Centre, 170 Bridge St.; Burns Jewellers, 115 Bridge St.; The Cheddar Stop, 10471 Trans-Canada Highway; and CPDMH Foundation office, 211 Lake Ave. E. “A total of 2,000 tickets were printed,” Kavanagh said, “and they will be sold up until Dec. 13.” Some of the prizes to be won are as follows: a $600 ring, 32-bottle wine cooler, Christmas turkey dinner
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Left: Kicking off the 12 Days of Christmas Raffle in Carleton Place on Nov. 14 at the Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce office was, from left, local mayor Louis Antonakos, Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation manager of fundraising Robyn Arseneau and chamber manager Jackie Kavanaugh. Above: Antonakos buys the first raffle ticket from Arseneau. with all the trimmings, portable pizza oven, family photo session, Ottawa Senators tickets, gift certificates to local restaurants, shopping sprees at local stores, wine, ski passes, cosmetics and beauty products, Christmas gift baskets, paintball experience packages, laser tag package, live Christmas trees, two-night staycation with meals, oil changes, theatre tickets and more. “We have a good mix of men’s, ladies and family gifts,” Kavanagh noted.
Draws will be held at the chamber office, beginning with 12 gifts given away on Dec. 13. On Dec. 14, 11 gifts will be drawn ... and so on ... until the last and final draw on Dec. 24 for the grand prize. “The closer to Christmas the greater the prize value,” Arseneau revealed. Moreover, each winner drawn is eligible to win again. “Last year, we had a few multiple winners,” Arseneau said. This year, winners will be contacted by phone and announced daily
on the @CPDMHFoundation and @CarletonPlaceChamber Facebook pages. Monies from the 12 Days of Christmas Raffle will go to support needed patient care equipment at the CPDMH. The biggest item on this year’s equipment wish list is a cardiac monitor with telemetry system, which is valued at approximately $305,000. The system provides continuous monitoring of heart activity by assessing a patient’s condition relative to his or her cardiac rhythm.
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Above: Galina Kaplan of Pom Pom Super Chunky Knitwear, based out of Ottawa, showed off her cozy crafts – hats and mittens made from soft merino wool – at the Finders Keepers Craft Show at the Carleton Place Canoe Club on Saturday, Nov. 18. More than 30 makers from all over the Ottawa area showcased their goods in the fifth annual show. Right: Cara Rowlands of Carabara Designs presents her paper products and home decor items including greeting cards and tea towels.
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Kicking off the 12 Days of Christmas Raffle on Nov. 14 at the chamber office was Kavanagh, Arseneau and Carleton Place Mayor Louis Antonakos. “It is good to see our community is stepping up again,” Antonakos said. “I hope the raffle is a success.” “I am here to buy the first ticket,” he added. “Hopefully, I will win a prize this year.” The first 12 Days of Christmas Raffle raised over $7,000 for CPDMH.
Municipal Matters • November 23, 2017
MEETINGS OF COUNCIL
WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS
Tuesday, November 28th, 2017. 7:00p.m Council Followed by: Policy Review Committee
Now that the cooler weather has started we want to remind residents that can sign up on the Town’s website to be notified by email in the event of a Winter Parking Ban.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Corporation of the Town of Carleton Place invites applications for the position of Treasurer The Town of Carleton Place is located in Eastern Ontario in Lanark County, approximately 46 kilometres west of downtown Ottawa. It is situated at the crossroads of Highway 15 and Highway 7. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Treasurer will oversee the Town’s financial affairs and perform the statutory duties of Treasurer. With the energy and enthusiasm to lead, motivate and manage a multi-faceted business unit you will steward the development and implementation of our $32 million operating and capital budgets. As an excellent communicator, you will provide strategic and operational advice to council and other senior managers and maintain effective relations with boards, agencies, and other stakeholders. In addition to your professional designation in accounting, you have three to five years senior leadership experience and applied knowledge of strategic business planning, municipal legislation, and best practices. In 2018, you will take the lead on upgrading the financial software for the municipality. Summary: The Treasurer provides for the control, management and efficient and effective administration of the financial accounting and data processing functions of the Corporation in the areas of planning and budgeting, accounting, investment and fund management, asset management, tax and water utility revenue, IT, risk management, payroll and purchasing. A detailed job description, for this position, can be accessed at www. carletonplace.ca Interested applicants are invited to submit an application in confidence by 3:00 PM December 6, 2017 quoting “Treasurer” Attention Human Resources by: Mail: Town of Carleton Place Attn: Human Resources 175 Bridge Street Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8
Email: hr@carletonplace.ca Facsimile: 613 257 8170
In accordance with the Town of Carleton Place by-law 2011-050 when Environment Canada forecasts a snowfall of 7cm or more (for example 5-10 cm) for Ottawa and the surrounding area, the municipality will issue an on street 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.
PARTICIPATION IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEES OF COUNCIL Interested residents and/or landowners of property with the Town of Carleton Place are encouraged to submit their name for consideration by Council of the Town of Carleton Place to fill vacancies or possible vacancies on the following Committees of Council. *Please complete the attached form and submit the same with a Resume for the information of Council on or prior to Thursday, November 30, 2017.
I am interested in participating as a member of the following Committee: ! ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE ! RECREATION/POOL ! URBAN FOREST/RIVER CORRIDOR COMMITTEE ! CHILDCARE ! ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY ! MUNICIPAL DRUG STRATEGY COMMITTEE Name : Address:
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appointed Flynn as the spokesperson for council on matters dealing with the media. The policy review committee’s decision on March 14 was carried during the council meeting on March 28. The Ombudsman’s office would not reveal to the Canadian Gazette who made the complaint. By way of an email in June, this newspaper asked Collins if he filed the complaint with the Ombudsman’s office. He did not respond. As a result of the Ombudsman’s investigation, three recommendations were handed down to the town: council members should be vigilant in adhering to their individual and collective obligation to ensure that council and its committees comply with their responsibilities under the Municipal Act, 2001 and the procedural bylaw; the town should ensure no subject is discussed in closed session unless it clearly comes within one of the statutory exceptions to the open meeting requirements; and the town should ensure that meeting records are complete and accurately reflect all substantive and procedural items that were discussed. Council reaction Redmond made the motion to go into closed session on March 14. He stated on Nov. 14, the need to go in camera was the result of two reasons: personal matters about an identifiable individual and litigation or pending litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals. “I was informed that members of council are public figures and they do not qualify for in-camera discussion,” Redmond said. “That was news to me ... I learned something.” In regards to the possibility of legal action, the councillor noted, there were postings on social media by the “disgruntled developer” referenced in the mayor’s statement on Nov. 7. “I felt there was the potential for litigation against the town and members of council,” Redmond continued. “We erred on the side of caution.” Doucett disagreed with the findings in the Ombudsman’s report. “As a councillor I am charged with protecting the municipality ... in this case it was litigation or potential litigation involving what I believe to be libellous and slanderous statements,” he said. “The Ombudsman’s office has basically told us to not go in camera unless we have a crystal ball to predict the future.” Doucett called the thought “ludicrous,” and because of the “unauthorized actions taken by Mayor Antonakos earlier this year I would make the same decision again.” The councillor challenged anyone who thinks they could have done a better job “to throw their hat in the ring next year.” The 2018 municipal election takes place on Monday, Oct. 22. “I think Mr. Collins missed a significant point,” Doucett highlighted. “That point ... if not for the actions of the
mayor, this whole issue would not have even happened.” Fritz has the “utmost respect for the Ombudsman’s office,” but she disagreed with the findings in the Ombudsman’s report. “I completely agree with being open and transparent and following the rules of the Municipal Act, 2001,” Fritz noted. “Since this term of council began, on at least three separate occasions, I have publicly questioned the number of times we have gone in camera.” Owing to Fritz, with support from Antonakos, in March, council members voted to leave their cell phones outside council chambers for council sessions and committee meetings. The councillor has been a journalist for 28 years, and she used her professional judgment regarding the decision to move in camera on March 14. “Defamation is something I deal with in my career ... libel and slander are real things,” she stated. “If an allegation comes forward you must defend it, and it does not matter if you know it is not true.” After hearing the mayor’s comments about a ratepayer and when she read what was written on the ratepayer’s Facebook page, Fritz said she was concerned. Highlighting a comment made earlier in the night by Collins that dealt with demeaning, devaluing and discrediting someone, “I feel it also happened with comment made by the mayor with regards to Mr. Thorbjornsson,” Fritz continued. “Mr. Thorbjornsson will agree that he and I do not agree on a number of things, but in this particular case, as a taxpayer, he did not deserve to be the subject of the mayor’s statement that night.” She exclaimed, “The statement the mayor made does not represent me, it does not represent this council and it should not have been appended to the minutes, and I would have voted it not be on the town’s website, regardless whether it was an in-camera discussion or not.” Antonakos clarified his statement “did not mention the individual you just mentioned ... I read from a prepared statement word for word.” “Yes, you did,” Fritz said, and Doucett concurred. “I challenge anyone in this room to provide any kind of proof,” Antonakos dared. “We need to be accurate in our statements in front of the community and the media.” “With all due respect, everyone knows who you were speaking about,” Fritz said. “Well that is far different from your statement,” Antonakos countered. “Your statement tonight is erroneous.” He asked Fritz to be respectful. “I am being respectful, but you are calling me out publicly,” she said. “I believe I heard you use Mr. Thorbjornnson’s name ... if you did not, my apologies.” Flynn’s comment was brief: “Our decision that evening was a judgment call, and if I had to do it over again I would do exactly the same thing.”
Black supported his colleagues’ comments. “In my opinion, we were exposed to libellous and slanderous comments that could have taken the taxpayers to court,” he added. “Those
comments (by the mayor) were submitted to our website without a motion of council to accept it.” In the end, council carried a motion to accept the Ombudsman’s report.
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For a child, there is nothing quite like stepping onto the ice for the first time. But for some children, those first few strides might be a little more difficult but after some practice, they start to get it. Unfortunately, whether it’s financial strain, physical challenges or social barriers many kids don’t have that chance.
That’s why the Ottawa Senators Foundation is committed to breaking down these barriers in the Ottawa area. This is the inspiration for the SENS RINK program.
To date, the Foundation has built 13 SENS RINKs (Recreational Investments in Neighbourhoods for Kids) in eastern Ontario and western Quebec. But the facilities themselves are just part of the initiative. SENS RINKS aren’t just for sports. They are community gathering spots. A place where families gather, where friendships are made and community pride is fostered. Alexander Park is one of the areas that has benefited from the SENS RINK so far. Earl Jones works closely with the community, and sees the effect of the facility first-hand.
“This SENS RINK is more than just a skating rink, it’s become a place for members of the community to come together and share their unique cultural backgrounds,” said Earl Jones, program coordinator, City of Ottawa. “Families will create lasting memories here. The SENS RINK is a gamechanger for this community.”
In addition to providing a place for kids to skate, play and discover the game of hockey, the Foundation also partnered with the City of Ottawa, Ville du Gatineau and other municipalities to deliver free or low-cost programs such as basketball, Futsal, tennis, lacrosse, summer camps and more. Many of the kids who benefit from the SENS RINKs programs may not have gotten the opportunity otherwise. Whether because of financial, geographical or social barriers, so many children experience limitations in learning the pleasure of sport. These programs provide them with the opportunity to learn new skills, such as teamwork, leadership and fair play which will open many doors down the road. Playing sports and being active provides kids with the physical, social and mental strength to set them up for success later in life. The feeling of belonging is something we all strive for, regardless of age. All kids deserve a chance to grow up knowing that they will always have a place to play.
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Municipal Matters November 23, 2017
UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS Tuesday, November 28, 2017 @ 8:30 am Special Council - Budget Tuesday, December 5, 2017 @ 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
OPP ANGEL TREES Help make Christmas special for area children in need. Angel Tree gift bags due back December 5th, 2017.
2018 BUDGET NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Please be advised that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills will be holding Public Meetings to consider the 2018 Budget and the 2018 Water and Sewer Budget. Meeting Date and Time: Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Location: Council Chambers, Municipal Office 3131 Old Perth Road
CHRISTMAS WEEKEND IN MISSISSIPPI MILLS DECEMBER 1st - 3rd Join us for the 2017 Mississippi Mills Santa Claus Parades Our theme for both parades this year will be CHRISTMAS SWEETS AND TREATS. PAKENHAM (leaving from the Steward Community Centre) December 2nd 2017 – 1:00PM Road Closures in effect 1:00PM to 1:45PM approximately • Graham St. (Hwy 29) from Jeanie St. To Renfrew St. • Jeanie St. from MacFarlane St. to Graham St. • Renfrew St. from Graham St. to MacFarlane St. ALMONTE (leaving from the Almonte Community Centre) December 3rd, 2017 – 5:00PM Road Closures in effect 5:00PM to 5:45PM approximately • Bridge Street from Martin St. to Perth St. • Mill Street from Bridge St. to Almonte St.(Hwy 49) • Ottawa St.(Hwy 49( from Martin St. to Mill St. Join us for LIGHT UP THE NIGHT IN DOWNTOWN ALMONTE Hosted by Wayne Rostad, December 1st, 2017 7:00PM Road Closures in effect: • Lower Mill Street noon to 10:00PM approximately • Mill Street from Bridge St. to Ottawa St. 6:30PM to 10:00PM Approximately For more information please contact Mississippi Mills Recreation and Culture department at 613-256-1077.
QUOTE REDESIGN OF ENTRANCEWAY SIGNAGE Quotes on the prescribed form and sealed in an envelope clearly marked for the “Entranceway Signage Redesign” will be received by Diane Smithson, Chief Administrative Officer at the Municipal Offices, 3131 Old Perth Road, P.O. Box 400, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 until 12:00 o’clock noon local time, Friday, December 1, 2017 Quote documents may be obtained from the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Municipal Offices, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte, ON. The lowest or any quotes will not necessarily be accepted. For further information please contact: Diane Smithson, CAO 3131 Old Perth Rd Almonte, Ontario, K0A 1A0
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Please join us for the Official Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the newly expanded/renovated Pakenham Branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library 128 MacFarlane Street, Pakenham on Saturday, November 25, 2017 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Ribbon cutting / speeches at 3:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served Project funded by Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program, Elizabeth Kelly Library Foundation Inc. and the Municipality of Mississippi Mills
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MISSISSIPPI MILLS: BY-LAWS 101
Exterior Lighting Installation/ Replacement at Various Municipal Facilities
As part of a public education series, the Municipality of Mississippi Mills will be publishing quick facts about questions commonly asked regarding by-laws and policies. If you would like to see a specific bylaw or policy explained please e-mail us at town@mississippimills.ca.
SEALED TENDERS on forms supplied by the Municipality of Mississippi Mills will be received by the undersigned at the Municipal Offices, located at 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte until 2:00 p.m. local time, on Wednesday November 29, 2017 for ‘Tender No. 17- 24 –“ Exterior Lighting Installation / Replacement at Various Municipal Facilities”. Tenders will be opened in public at the Municipal Offices immediately following the tender closing.
Be sure to check our website regularly for new updates to the ByLaws 101 Education Series. This week we are featuring Traffic and Parking By-law (By-law 02-27) and Use and Care of Roads By-law (02-100) which contain information regarding Winter Parking Restrictions and Winter Road Use and Care within Mississippi Mills.
MUNICIPAL GRANT APPLICATIONS The Municipality is accepting applications from organizations seeking financial assistance in 2018 Application forms are available for pickup at the Municipal Office or on the Municipality’s website at www.mississippimills.ca. All applications must be received by Thursday, November 30, 2017.
Tender documents are available for pickup at the Municipal Offices, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte ON K0A 1A0 A mandatory site meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Municipal offices, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte. All interested bidders should attend in order to be eligible to bid. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. For further information please contact; Diane Smithson, Chief Administrative Officer Telephone: (613) 256-2064 x 225 E-mail: dsmithson@mississippimills.ca Connected to Your Community - A/CP16 - Thursday, November 23, 2017
NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSE AND PUBLIC MEETING CONCERNING PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 21 (FIVE YEAR COMMUNITY OFFICIAL PLAN REVIEW)
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills will hold an Open House and Statutory Public Meeting, pursuant to Sections 17(16) and 17(17) of the Planning Act, respecting the Municipality’s Five Year Community Official Plan Review. OPEN HOUSE: Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 6:00 pm The purpose of the Open House is to provide the public with the opportunity to review and ask questions about the information and material, including a copy of the current proposed plan, with representatives of the Municipality in an informal setting. PUBLIC MEETING: Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 6:00 pm The purpose of the Public Meeting is to give the public an opportunity to make representations in respect of the current proposed plan. Both Meetings will be held at: Mississippi Mills Municipal Offices, 3131 Old Perth Road, Almonte Section 26(1) of the Planning Act, requires that official plans be reviewed and updated not less frequently than every five years. The Municipality of Mississippi Mills’ present Community Official Plan was adopted by Council December 13, 2005 and approved by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing August 29, 2006. The Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan Five Year Review will update and refine the goals, objectives, policies and schedules of the existing Community Official Plan in keeping with Provincial Policies and the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13, as amended by the Planning and Conservation Land Statute Law Amendment Act, 2006. A key map is not provided as the Official Plan Amendment applies to the entire Municipality of Mississippi Mills. A copy of the plan amendment and information and material is available to the public for inspection at the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, Building and Planning Department, 3131 Old Perth Road, P.O. Box 400, Almonte, Ontario K0A 1A0. FOR MORE INFORMATION about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, contact the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, 3131 Old Perth Road, P.O. Box 400, Almonte, Ontario K0A 1A0. Dated at Mississippi Mills this 9th day of November, 2017. Diane Smithson, B. Comm, Dipl.M.M., CMO Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Mississippi Mills (613) 256-2064 ext. 225 3131 Old Perth Rd, PO Box 400 Fax (613) 256-4887 Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Website: www.mississippimills.ca
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ONE YEAR CONTRACT BUILDING INSPECTOR $57,243.04 - $70,366.30 For a detailed job description, visit our website at mississippimills.ca. Interested candidates are invited to submit in confidence, a resume outlining their qualifications to the undersigned no later than 12 o’clock noon on Wednesday, December 6, 2017. We would like to thank all who apply, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged. Diane Smithson, CAO (613) 256-2064 ext. 225 E-mail: dsmithson@mississippimills.ca Fax: (613) 256-4887 If you require this document or any additional documents in an alternative format, please contact our office at 613 256-2064. Should you require any special accommodations in order to apply or interview for a position with the Town of Mississippi Mills we will endeavour to make such accommodations. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.
Fiddler Scott Woods brings Old Time Christmas tour to Carleton Place Dec. 15 Renowned Canadian Fiddle Champion Scott Woods and his band present Old Time Christmas Friday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. at the Carleton Place Arena. This uplifting two-hour Branson-style live show celebrates the Christmas season with the sweet harmonies of twin fiddles, and lots of traditional Christmas music, traditional country, western swing, country gospel and old time fiddle tunes. Enjoy sensational step dancing, wholesome family humour and Woods’ famous trick fiddling – somersaults and walking on a barrel – all while playing his fiddle! Joining Scott onstage in Old Time Christmas is his sister, Kendra (Woods) Norris – a multi-instrumentalist and certainly no stranger to old time fiddling, having won the Canadian Duet Fiddle Championship title three times with Woods as well as several solo wins in various classes including the 2016 Canadian Open (19-55 division). Also onstage are Canadian Country Music Award winner and Guitar Player of the Year, Steve Piticco, bass player Peter Sisk, step dancer 12-year-old Leo Stock, and keeping the band in time is drummer/vocalist Bill Carruthers. Woods is a two-time winner of the Canadian Open Fiddle Contest, two-time winner of the Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Championship as well as Fiddle Entertainer of the Year. He is known affection-
The IODE Craft Show at the Carleton Place Arena was held on Oct. 28, above. The annual craft show featured a wide variety of local artists and crafters. Left: Local author Anne Raina sells her children’s books and her popular adult non-fiction novel, Clara’s Rib.
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Renowned fiddling champion Scott Woods will bring his Old Time Christmas tour back to the area with a stop at the Carleton Place Arena Dec. 15. ately as ‘The Flippin’ Fiddler’ and tours extensively across Canada and the United States every year raising funds for churches, charities and community service organizations. Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for children (age six to 12) and children five and under get in free. Advance tickets can be pur-
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Strong 40 minutes helps Canadians capture 4-1 win over the Nationals The Carleton Place Canadians capped off a long week of hockey with a 4-1 win against the Rockland Nationals on Sunday, Nov. 19. For 12 members of the Canadians, the schedule had hockey on eight of the past 10 days as they represented the CCHL at the Eastern Canada Cup Challenge and played six games in the three-day event. For the entire team, Carleton Place had games on the Friday and Sunday before the tournament and then came back to games on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. “We were very good [Sunday],” said Canadians coach Jason Clarke. “Hats off to those that played nine games in seven days.” The team didn’t let fatigue be an issue on Sunday as it scored four unanswered goals to start the game and outshot Rockland 29-12 in the first two periods of the game. “We came out way stronger than the last two games,” said Travis Broughman. “We’ve been starting out a little slow, but [Sunday] we came out pretty strong and did what we needed to do.” Sam Allison got the scoring started early with the lone power play goal for Carleton Place on seven tries in the game. Allison set himself in the slot and slipped the puck past Zachary
Roy 5:07 into the first period. Zach Tupker added to the lead less than two minutes later, taking advantage of the turnover from the Nationals goaltender for the goal. In the second period, Ben Tupker made it a 3-0 advantage for Carleton Place with a deflection goal and Broughman added a short-handed goal late in the period on a breakaway chance, taking advantage of a fortuitous bounce to create the opportunity. With players coming in and out of the lineup recently for Carleton Place, Clarke has had to change up some of the lines in the forward group. One of the lines that was grouped together on Sunday was the line of Broughman with the Tupker twins. “They get the puck deep, love to work behind the net, try to hit anybody in the high slot or get the puck up to the D real quick to get shots on net,” Broughman said of his new linemates. Through the first two periods, Mike Leach wasn’t tested too often, but that changed in the third period where Rockland managed to get 14 shots on goal in the final frame. “The guys came out real hard in the first and second period, I only had 12 shots in the first two periods … we
didn’t let them get too many shots from the slot,” Leach said. “You approach every shot the same, whether it’s five or 14, you’re always thinking about the next shot and trying to stop that one.” He ended the game with 25 saves on 26 shots, with the lone goal coming on a scramble play where the Canadians were frantically trying to clear the puck from the edge of the crease. With bodies all around the net, the puck bounced to Cameron Scrivens and he found a lane for the puck to get through and into the net to end the shut-out bid with 7:35 remaining. Leach’s contributions weren’t just in the crease as he managed to pick up an assist on the Broughman shorthanded goal for his second career assist in the CCHL. “I just got lucky kind of,” he said chuckling. “I flicked the puck up and it got to Joey (Warywoda). He chipped it out to Broughman and he made a really nice move and beat the goalie.” The Canadians were back in action Wednesday, Nov. 22 when they travelled to face the Nepean Raiders before another road game on Friday, Nov. 24 against the Smiths Falls Bears. After the game against the Bears, the Canadians will get a much-deserved
rest with a full week in between games. While the Canadians have been winning games, the power play has been a struggle recently – going 2-for21 over the past four games. According to the Canadians staff, part of the problem has been a lack of a net front presence when on the man advantage. The Canadians reached number
one in the national Junior A hockey rankings this week. The team has won 27 of its last 29 games and are now ranked first out of 132 Junior A teams in 10 leagues. They currently sit atop the CCHL leaderboard with 56 points in 31 games. Submitted by Daniel Vazzoler, Carleton Place Canadians
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The Carleton Place Canadians continued their CCHL domination with a 4-1 win over the Rockland Nationals Nov. 19. Above, Carleton Place Canadians player Carter Holmes leads his on-ice comrades to get high-fives from their teammates on the bench during one of three goals the team scored in the second period during their game in Perth on Nov. 12.
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you might feel like you do not measure up to others this week. How others see you is completely different from your perception. Don’t be too hard on yourself.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Don’t underestimate your abilities, Leo. You are imaginative and creative when the mood suits you, as it will this week. Look for your muse and get started.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, letting go is a hard lesson to learn this week. You may have to retire a plan that just can’t come to fruition. But don’t worry, new ideas are in the works.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, stay open to external influences and you may be able to infer some things about the future that can guide you in the days ahead. It’s good to stay ahead of the curve.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, try not to hold onto negative emotions. Focus on all of the happy memories you have made with others and your mood will instantly brighten.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, this is a good week to take stock of the people who mean the most to you. Express your feelings to these people and spend some time with them.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Honesty is the best policy, Cancer. So have that frank conversation with someone even if full disclosure can be a bit uncomfortable. Afterward, you’ll be glad you did.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 A little dose of being naughty might do you some good this week, Scorpio. Call in sick from work and enjoy a day shopping or simply indulging in a little entertainment.
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SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You have basic needs that have to be met, and a strong network of friends and coworkers can get you through any rough patch, Sagittarius. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, although you can’t narrow it down just yet, something doesn’t feel right in your world. Keep investigating and trust your instincts. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you have reached a crossroads where everything you have dreamed and worked for has finally converged. This is the time to enjoy the fruits of all your labor. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, rather than looking at the differences between you and someone else, look at the similarities. This is a great way to begin a friendship.
29. Gossip 30. S-shaped lining 31. ‘__ death do us part 33. Bar bill 35. Placed over a vowel to indicate sound 36. Steve Martin was one 37. Low paid educator (abbr.) 39. One who rampages 42. Backbones 43. “Friday Night Lights” director 44. Anno Domini 46. One-time Yankees sensation Kevin 47. Fermented grape juice 48. Peruvian province 49. Former Braves outfielder Nixon 50. Entertainment award 51. Feeling good 52. Greek god of war 53. Famed NYC museum 54. Of the ears 55. Select 56. Friend to the carrot 1123
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For a nominal fee enjoy soup, Baby Talk, Wednesday, Nov 29, 1:30-3 sandwiches and home made dessert sponsored by churches in Almonte. Donna Lowry p.m. Madison Montessori Academy, 2965 613-256-1894 Louise Owens 613-256-7830. County Rd #43. Christmas Tea, St James Anglican Christmas Market Hillside Reformed Presbyterian Church Saturday, November Church, November 25, from 2-4 p.m. Royal 25, 10-2, Swags, planters, crafts, local goods, Canadian Legion. Christmas gift table. Holly Tea & Bazaar, St. John’s United lunch, donations benefit youth service projChurch. 400 Prescott Street. Saturday, Nov. ects. Euchre- 4 hand, Nov 23, 7:30 p.m. 25, 9 am - 2 pm. Bake table, silent auction, Sponsor: The Town & Country Tenants As- seasonal crafts, treasure table, door prizes, 613-258-3259 soc., 375 Country St., light lunch. Contact something for everyone. kemptvilleunitedchurch.org Mickie 613-256-3281 Kemptville Legion, Bingo, November Mills’ Seniors Services, Almonte, Parkinson’s Support Group. Mills’ office, 67 26, Doors Open at 6:00pm. Bonanza at 6:30 Industrial Drive. Call Seniors Services 613- - First 50 numbers. Regular games start at 256-4700 to register. Meetings take place 7:00pm. Refreshments will be available. the last Monday of the month. Old Time Classic Country Music, Rock Mills’ Seniors Services, Weekly Foot & Roll & some Big Band Tunes, Legion Dec Care Clinics, Alison Kaczan RPN provides 2, 7-11pm light refreshments, door prizes. care, at the Mills’ Seniors Services Office, Tickets Ron 613-296-1418 or Ellen 61367 Industrial Drive. Call 613-256-4700 for 258-7778 rondonnelly550@yahoo.ca appointment. “Pyjama Jam” Tuesdays 5-7:30 p.m. Ontario Early Years Centre play group, 207-215 Sanders St. Info: (613)258-2225 or Mondays, Nov 27, Dec 4, 11, 18. Naismith 1(866)433-8933 ext 2374. School, 9 am-12 pm 613-283-0095. Travelogue on Experiencing the 2017 LANARK Total Solar Eclipse with Rick Scholes, Thursday December 7th at 7:00 pm Almonte Branch meeting room, Mississippi Mills Bow Making with Karen at the Lanark Public Library. Learning Centre Thursday, November 30 from 1 to 3pm. Please register Nov 23. Call 613-259-2207 annegraham2207@gmail. com Crafts and Chat on Thurs., Nov 23 from Breakfast- 1st and 3rd Sunday of the 1-3pm at the Lanark Learning Centre. Evmonth. After 9 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. masses eryone Welcome. Drop in for fun, Christat St. Mary’s- 28 Hawthorne. Sponsor: mas Crafts and a cup of tea. Knight of Columbus. Lanark & District Civitan Club, Carleton Place & District Civitan Club Christmas on the Clyde, 5th Annual ChristMonster BINGO Nov 28. Upstairs at Arena. mas Craft Show, Sat Dec 2, 2144 Pine Bingo starts 7pm. Doors open 5pm Grove Rd. Info: Bonnie King 613-267-6670 Carleton Place & District Civitan Club bking@caleres.com Weekly BINGO every Tuesday. Upstairs at Lanark Learning Centre Book Club Arena. Bingo starts 7pm sharp. with Katie Sunday, December 3 at 2pm. CARLETON PLACE Seventh-day Ad- Discussing Debbie Macomber’s Christmas ventist Church (117 Victoria) Free delicious Stories. Bring along your suggestions. vegetarian Supper @ 5:30PM, Nov. 27th. Merrickville United Church, Small For more info call Barbara @ (613)898-0215 Halls Christmas Concert. December 7, Christmas Encore concert with The 7:30pm. The Once is an award-winning Carleton Place Town Singers. December 3rd modern indie folk trio based in St. John’s, at 2 pm, December 5th at 7 pm, All Nations Newfoundland. Tickets www.ontariosmallChurch, 39 Bridge St. halls.com Community Home Support, CarWriting Group at the Lanark Learning leton Place Annual Christmas Luncheon, Centre, Tues Nov. 28 from 1 to 3pm. Come Wednesday Dec 6, CP Arena @ 12:00. in for inspiration and/or share a story. New Please call Home Support to reserve or more members always welcome. info 613-253-0733. Community Home Support- Carleton MERRICKVILLE Place-Foot Care Clinics. Please call Home Support for more information and to book appointments 613-253-0733 Merrickville Legion, dinner and dance Community Home Support Friday Nov 24, 6pm, Ham & Scalloped potatoes, Lunch Bunch. Friday Nov 24, at the Home homemade beans. Music by Good N CounSupport office at 12 Noon. Transportation try, 7-11pm. available. Info/reservation: 613-253-0733. Need to lose some weight, come and join us at TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a non-profit weight loss support group. Monday evenings 5:30-7pm, Legion, 177 George St., Info: Leanne 613-253-2013.
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24th Annual “Nick of Time” artisan show Saturday, December 2, 10:00a.m.3:00 p.m. in McMartin House, 125 Gore St. E. Info: https://sites.google.com/site/ nickoftimeinperth/ Al-Anon Meetings. If you are living with or near a drinking problem. Every Thursday 8 p.m. St. James Anglican Church, Drummond St. 613-267-4848, 613-267-6039. Auxiliary to the GWM Hospital hosts its Christmas Fair Thursday, November 23rd, 9 a.m. to noon. in the lobby. Featuring crafts, baking, raffle, fun! Free parking in the hospital lot. Christmas Craft Sale. Saturday November 25, 9am-3pm. Royal Canadian Legion. Hosted by The Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary Community Home Support- Lanark County monthly Parkinson Support Group, last Monday of each month. At the Community Home Support office, 40 Sunset Blvd, Suite 100. Information, Melissa 613267-6400 ext 25. Film Night International Perth is showing the film The Glass Castle, based on Jeanette Walls’ popular memoir, Wednesday November 22, 2 and 7pm at the Full Circle Theatre, 26 Craig St. 613267-1224. Lanark County Quilters Guild meeting, Tuesday November 28, 7pm, Lions Hall, Perth Fairgrounds. Valerie Miller, award winning quilter. Refreshments. Guests welcome. Lanark Lodge Christmas Bazaar. Friday November 24, 10am-2pm. 115 Christie Lake Road, Lunch will be available for Purchase. Ontario Early Years Centre Baby Talk playgroup, 0-12mnths, Wednesday, Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, 20. Perth Library, 1pm-2pm, 613-283-0095. Perth Stamp Club Meeting at 7:30 pm., Wednesday, Nov 22, McMartin House, 125 Gore E. For info. call Phil Warrington 613264-0724. RTA Central Club, Saturday, November 26, Rideau Trail Hike (Port Elmsley area). Level 2, 10 km, moderate pace. Depart Conlon Farm at 9:00 a.m. Leader: Tom Pearcey, 613-284-1294 Santa Claus Parade Warming Station. Free: Parking, Coffee, Cocoa, Snacks and Crafts! Opens Dec 2nd @ 4:00pm. Asbury FM Church, 144 Gore Street East, 613267-2345 Support Group for people with Parkinson’s & their care partners, December 11, 1pm Community Home Support Lanark County, 40 Sunset Blvd, Ste D. 613-7229238, 1-800-565-3000 email: Margaux. Wolfe@parkinson.ca Yuletide Fair, Saturday, Nov. 25, 101:30pm, hot lunch served, bake table, crafts, sewing & more. Frosty’s room. St. Paul’s United Church, 25 Gore St. West (corner of Gore & D’Arcy St) 613-267-2973
4 Hand Euchre 3rd Friday of the month. 7:30 p.m., Pierces Corners Hall. Light lunch. All welcome. Info: 613-489-1684 A Very Merry Christmas Bazaar - Saturday Dec 2, 11am-2pm. Christ Church Ashton. Beckwith and District Friendship Club will meet Dec 7, Centennial Hall Franktown. Potluck supper 6pm, musical entertainment. 613-257-2588 Best Possible Start Drop-In. Parenting information and support. 1st and 3rd Monday’s each month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Country Roads CHC, 4319 Cove Road, Portland. Info: Early Years Team, 613-272-2799 or 1-888-998-9927. Bid Euchre, Every second Monday night, 7:00p.m. Tatlock Community Hall. 613-2562786 Bingo, Elgin Lions Club Hall, every Thursday night, 7 p.m. Smoke free. Christmas Bazaar, Lombard Manor Nov 29, 10am-3pm. 844 Hwy 15 South, Lombardy. Christmas Music & Hot Chocolate around the Christmas Tree. St. Georges Anglican Church. 2786 Tatlock Road, Clayton. Saturday Dec 2nd, 7PM Cathy 613.256.1029 www.stgeorgechurchclayton.weds.com Clayton Hall, Olde Tyme Music & Dinner, December 3, 2-6 p.m. Supper at 5. All musicians welcome. Proceeds to Clayton Hall. CPHC Diners Lunch, November 28, noon, ABC Hall, join us for a hot nutritious meal and pleasant socializing. Reservations required. Info Joyce Fleming 613-273-4832 Crazy Dinner - Nov 25, 6 pm, ABC Hall. Join us for a 3-course fun dining event. Light entertainment, story-telling, lots of laughs! Info, Lynne Lang 613-273-8834 and on www.abchall.ca. Crockinole at Middleville Town Hall. Friday Nov. 24 at 7:30 pm light potluck lunch. Everyone Welcome Dance at Toledo Legion featuring Dennis Whittaker, Sunday Dec 3. Doors open at 1 and dancing is from 2-5 followed by a hot supper. December 3 - Final day for the Wilton Cheese Fundraiser. Get your cheese orders in just in time for Christmas gift-giving and entertaining, while raising funds for the ABC Hall. For info, contact Tammy at 613-2738558 or visit www.abchall.ca Euchre every Thursday night 7pm and Cribbage every Wednesday at 10am. Royal Canadian Legion Upper Rideau Branch #542, Westport Everyone welcome to play. Fun, Food and Faith at a Christmas Turkey Dinner, Fri., Dec., 1st @ 6:00pm, in Newbliss Hall, presented by Anglican Parish of Kitley. Everyone Welcome. Horseshoes, Toledo Legion, every Tuesday, 7 p.m. sharp. All welcome. Kitley Elders Potluck Lunch Thursday Nov 30, noon, St. Andrews United Church Hall. Toledo. All welcome. Info: Alice 613284-0307. Lanark Legion Christmas Craft & Bake Sale, Saturday, December 9th 9am - noon. Call Susan 613-200-1780 book a table. MacLeod Fiddlers Concert at Holy Trinity Anglican church, Lombardy. Sunday Nov 26 at 2 pm. Refreshments to follow. Handicap accessible
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Monday Nite Bingo, Royal Canadian Legion Br#542, Westport. Doors open 5:30pm bingo starts 7pm, new progressive toonie pot. Montague & District Senior Citizens Forget Me Not Club’s annual Christmas party Sunday December 3. Montague Centennial Hall, 657 Rosedale Rd S. Entertainment “the Diplomats” 2 PM followed by turkey dinner 5 PM. Reserve tickets by November 27. 613-283-8482 or 613-283-2993. New Horizon Club Annual Christmas Lunch. December 6 at noon. Call Karin at 613-258-2461. Tickets must be purchased in advance. “Noel Nouvelet”- a Harp Concert of seasonal music by the Ottawa Youth Harp Ensemble directed by Mary Muckle. Saturday, Nov. 25, 3pm, St. Andrew’s United Church, Pakenham. Info: Shirleen Duncan 613-623-6679 or shirleenduncan@hotmail. com OEYC playgroup- Montague Centennial Hall, Tues Nov 28, Dec 5, 12, 19. 9:3011:30, call 613-283-0095 Pet Pics with Santa, Arnprior Humane Society, Pet Valu Almonte Nov. 25-26 104pm and in Arnprior Public Library, Dec. 2 & 3, 10am-4pm. Children and families welcome. Portland Community Luncheon, Tuesday, November 28 at 12 noon, Portland United Church. Menu: Chili, salad, buns and dessert. (Vegetarian chili also available.) Everyone welcome. Snow Road Snowmobile Club Breakfast November 25, 8 - 11 AM at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road Snow Road Snowmobile Club “Get Ready For Christmas Sales Event” December 2, 10 AM to 2 PM at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road, Snow Road Station. Light Lunch Available. Everyone Welcome Spaghetti Supper at the Delta United Church hall Sat. Nov 25, 4 p.m. and then take in the 23rd annual Delta Country Christmas starting at the Delta Baptist Church at 6:30 p.m. St. Andrew’s United Church, is part of Pakenham’s Country Christmas, November 25, 3pm, welcoming The Ottawa Youth Harp Ensemble, directed by Mary Muckle. Please come & enjoy this Angelic Christmas music concert with us. St. Mary’s Bake & Craft Sale at Newboro Community Hall. December 2 8:30am to 1pm. Support Group for individuals whose lives have been affected by mental health issues or trauma. Wednesdays, 1-3pm in the library, Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1817 Richardson Side Road (at Huntmar), Carp
SMITHS FALLS 40 Plus Singles Dinner & Dance, Civitan Club, #12468 Hwy 15, Smiths Falls, Saturday Dec 2, Dinner at 7 pm. Dance to follow with DJ. 613-285-8557 40plussinglesdance@gmail.com 40 Plus Singles Dinner & Dance, Civitan Club, #12468 Hwy 15, Saturday, Dec 2, Dinner at 7 p.m. dance to follow. Information: 613-285-5557. See SMITHS FALLS page 32
Marvelous Wonderettes team presents wonderful cheque to YAK An early Christmas gift was handed over to YAK representatives: Board chair, Sheri Mahon-Fournier, executive director Jeff Kohl and teen volunteer Victoria on Tuesday, Nov. 14. Several members of the indie women two productions (iw2p) team that recently produced the hit musical, The Marvelous Wonderettes at Perth’s Studio Theatre, gathered at the youth centre to present YAK with a cheque for $6,000, the fundraising results from five performances of the show in early November. Over $3000 came directly from fundraising activities with the balance donated by iw2p
from show proceeds. YAK executive director Jeff Kohl was touched by the donation: “This will make a big difference in our ability to program for YAK kids.” Indie women two productions artistic director C. Lee Bates and producing director Joan Frommer were thrilled with the final amount of the donation and expressed their enthusiasm for the generosity of all the volunteers who gave so freely of their time and talents to make the project a success. Frommer praised the bigheartedness of the Perth community which provided several dozen items
for the Silent Auction, as well as audience members who made direct donations at the performances. Both women could not say enough about their friend, textile artist Lin Dickson, who again donated for sale her very popular handcrafted Bags From Bits and this year added to her line with gorgeous Mitts From Bits, all from recycled materials. Bates sang the praises of musical director Brad Mills, the cast, designers, crew and musicians who went over and above the call of duty to ensure a first-rate production. “After claiming that I have a preference for ‘serious, deep and meaningful theatre,’” Bates confesses, “I realized that theatre that makes the audience laugh, smile, reminisce and sing along, is every bit as valuable — if not more
so. It was one of my favourite theatre experiences ever!” The two iw2p producers reluctantly agreed that there are way too many individuals deserving of thanks to name — and most of them received direct thanks from the company — but they would like to give a shout-out to a handful of very supportive organizations, without whom, the show could not possibly have done so well. Laurie Weir at Metroland Media published everything sent her way about the show as did Kris Reindeau at the Humm. Lake 88 sponsored the show with a promotional package at cost. St. Paul’s Church invited the cast to entertain them at their congregational dinner which resulted in ticket sales and word of mouth promotion. Susan Toccalino from the CBC ra-
dio show, In Town and Out, helped out with a Public Service Announcement. Last — but actually first — much gratitude goes to iw2p friends at Perth’s Studio Theatre who did everything possible to assist and support the production. You guys really ROCK! Perth can rightfully take great pride in the generosity, talent and teamwork existing in the community that allows a tiny theatre company whose tag line is “Community theatre supporting community,” to make a big impact, both in terms of entertainment and giving back. Given the success of this fundraising project, look for a return of the Wonderettes — a little older, a little wiser maybe? — same time, next year! Submitted by iw2p
Irish Mythen coming to Perth Tea Room Dec. 3 The Marvelous Wonderettes cast raising money through the arts for YAK. From left: Lindsay Rewi (Betty Jean), Courtney Mason (Suzy), Lauren Bailey (Cindy Lou), and Justine Sousa (Missy).
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indie women two productions’ The Marvelous Wonderettes team, representing most production departments, presents $6,000 cheque to YAK executive and volunteers.
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Bid Euchre - Every Monday Evening 7pm in the Canadian Room - Smiths Falls Legion Br95 Bingo, Every Thursday evening, 7 p.m. (canteen open from 4:30-7 p.m.) Royal Canadian Legion Br 95. Christmas in the Rideau December 2, 9-2pm, Gallipeau Centre, in support of rebuilding the Confederation Bridge. Club 60 at Smiths Falls Legion, Branch 95, invites everyone for meeting & fun games. 1:30 pm. on last Tuesday of every month.
Dec. 6 Service: National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence against Women, noontime, Trinity United Church, Market St. All welcome. Host: Women’s Inter-church Group. Diabetes Education Sessions and Follow-Ups available each month at Rideau Valley Diabetes Services, 2 Gould St. Learn how to live well with Diabetes, no referral needed, 613-284-2558 for dates & times. Duplicate Bridge - Every Monday Evening 7pm in the Lancaster Room - Smiths Falls Legion Br95 Duplicate Bridge - Every Tuesday afternoon 1-4pm in the Lancaster Room - Smiths Falls Legion Br95
I'm lucky to have been married to my loving partner, Susan Scully Tennant for 40 years on Dec. 3 so, when we had the opportunity of booking Irish Mythen on our anniversary day, we thought, what a great way to celebrate the occasion by doing what we love to do ... share great live music with our community. I hope you'll come share our anniversary with us. “Power personified” is the phrase I'd use to attempt to describe Irish Mythen, the next Listening Room Series performer on Sunday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. at the Perth Tea Room (Perth Restaurant). Tickets are $20. Though I've enjoyed Irish Mythen several times live, it is difficult to put into words the effect of her performances on myself and those others lucky enough to witness. Her website bio captures her effectively by saying the following: “Mythen is a globetrotting troubadour — an Irish-born, contemporary Canadian folk artist who’s been amassing accolades and achievements across several conti-
nents over the years. Her presence and charisma simply command attention, and regardless of where she takes the stage, she delivers a sonic and emotional experience that transcends language and location; that reaches the very core of what connects us. It’s an experience that, in recent years, has earned her spots performing alongside Rod Stewart, Gordon Lightfoot, and Lucinda Williams and billings on major festival stages the world over.” This will give you a glimpse of what you'll go home feeling. Irish was the crowd favourite at the 2016 Stewart Park Festival so we're delighted to bring her back to the area. Dinner reservations can be made
Duplicate Bridge, Monday, 7 p.m., Legion Br 95, 7 Main St E. Partnership 613-633-6205. Duplicate Bridge, Tuesday, 1 p.m., Legion Br 95, 7 Main St E. Partnership 613-633-6205. EA- Emotions Anonymous- 12-step organization working toward recovery from emotional difficulties (marriage, children, grief, etc). Meetings every Tuesday, 7 p.m. Salvation Army Church (side door). 613283-0960. Family Fun Bingo, Sunday, Dec 3, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the RCAFA Hall, on Abbott St. Contact: Carol 613-284-0305. First Annual Mrs Claus Holiday Market, County Fair Mall, Saturday November 25, 10-3pm, In support of the Salvation Army Angel Tree Program. Jacqui 613- Christine 613-223-9256
Fish & Chips, every second Friday, served from 4-7 p.m. in the Lancaster Hall, Legion Br 95. Monday Night Bid Euchre, Smiths Falls Legion, 7 p.m. Info 613-283-3292 Mrs Claus’ Holiday Market Saturday November 25, 2017 10-3 , County Fair Mall, in support of the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. “Music For A Winter Afternoon” - featuring Rosedale Singers and Rideau Mellowdears - in Concert - at S.F. First Baptist Church, Saturday, January 6th, 2pm. Tickets Now Available. 613-284-1184, 613-2676211, 613-283-1579 Need help researching your ancestors? Contact Lisa Trodden to make an appointment at 613-283-0711 or ltrodden@cogeco.ca
by calling the Perth Tea Room at 613267-3170 or for show only tickets, call Sue at 613-267-7902 to arrange payment. Our Series are run as fundraisers as we take no profits ourselves but rather return it to a different local charity each month. Part of the proceeds of this show will go to the Perth Community Christmas Fund, which offers free Christmas dinners to all on Christmas Day. So, you have an opportunity to hear incredible music and help your community as well. Best of this crazy season to you and yours. Coming events Friday, Dec. 1: Christmas Time with the Ennis Sisters, 7:30 p.m. at Mason Theatre (located at the Perth and District Collegiate Institute). After a sold out show last year, Newfoundland's delightful trio of harmonious gals are back to kick off the Christmas Season. A Stewart Park Festival Fundraiser. Tickets available at Tickets Please — (613) 485-6434. Ontario Early Years Centre Intergenerational playgroup, Monday, Nov 27, Van Horne Retirement Residence, 9:30-11am 25 Van Horne Ave, 613-283-0095. Ontario Early Years Centre playgroup, Tuesday, Nov 28, Dec 5, 12, 19. 91 Cornelia St W, 9-noon, 613-283-0095. Smiths Falls Civitan Annual Seniors Bingo, Sunday November 26. Doors open at noon, Bingo starts at 1pm. Must attend Bingo to be eligible for the Turkey Dinner. Please, join Food Banks Canada & help feed your neighbours today
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Raab would like to thank everyone who brought food, sent flowers & cards, made donations, and for all the condolence calls. Thank you also to Rev. Jim Roberts for the beautiful service, Gerald Hunter & Charlie Raab for their heartfelt eulogies, the Legion Ladies Auxiliary for a great luncheon and the Lannin Funeral Home staff for your care and compassion and anyone else we may have forgotten to mention -Tom and Glenna Clark & Families DEATH NOTICE
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The family of the late Dorothy Hall wish to extend our sincere thanks for the many condolences we received, to those who brought food to the house and to those who made donations to the charities in our Mother’s memory. Thank you to the Arnprior Villa for the wonderful care and friendship you gave Mother over the past two years. To Dr. Gordon, Dr. McCarthy and staff of the Arnprior hospital thank you for making Mother’s last days comfortable. We would also like to thank Andre Pilon and the staff of the Pilon Funeral Home. The Hall family Morris, Mervyn, Helen (Don), Bev, and families.
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Adrain, Delbert James Born September 19, 1953 With tears and sad hearts we announce that Delbert passed away peacefully at home (Westport) on November 18, 2017. He leaves behind loving wife of 44 years, Debbie (Sanders) and children Bill (Samantha Baxter) and Holly (Lee Walsh). Poppa will be missed by Dylan, Spencer, Alissa, Jacob, Peyton, Auston, Hunter, Kori, and Kayden. He will be lovingly remembered and missed by his siblings Harry (Eleanor), Bob (Irene), Betty (Ross Bowslough), Anne Halladay, Noreen (Bob Schonauer), and Janice (Paul McNichols). Also by sister-in-laws Edna, Betty and Connie. He will also be missed by the Sanders family Karen Woodman (Jim), Kelly (Rose), Bill (Joyce), John (Marylou), Chris (Judy), Dorothy Maynard (Bill) and Jacq Wight. Delbert will be reunited with his parents Don and Kathleen (Norwood) and siblings Bernice, Jimmy, Arden, Donny, Eddie, Mike and George. Funeral Mass will be Friday November 24, 2017 at St. Edwards Church in Westport at 11 am. Donations may be made to the Westport Legion, Lion’s Club Mobility Bus or the Canadian Cancer Society.
HAPPY 50TH BIRTHDAY Penny Lee November 21, 2017 We hope you have a wonderful day. Just remember we love you. Love your daughters Amber and Brittany xoxoxo
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I would like to thank my children and sisters for planning the Surprise 70th Birthday and Retirement Party on October 21st at the Stanleyville Hall in my honour. It was great to see and visit with so many family and friends that I don’t see regularly. The music provided by Henry Norwood and Joe White was perfect. Also, I would like to thank the staff from St John’s Elementary for the wonderful retirement party on October 25th at East Meets West. The appreciation you showed for my years of service and the songs you created on my behalf were very touching. Thank you to everyone for your thoughtful cards and gifts. John Merkley
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Ballerscheff, Mary Alice (nee Donlan)
On Nov. 17, 2017, surrounded by love and in the place of her longtime employment (Kemptville Hospital), at the age of 58 Alice entered into rest. Predeceased by her father Joseph and sister Elizabeth (Doug Johnston). Survived by her husband Louie and daughter Kristina (Sam Stevenson); her mother Helen; sisters Judy Tierney (Brian), Barbara, Anne Marie Muldoon (Steve); brothers Dan (Colleen), Michael (Gail), Andrew (Liz), John (Susan); by sisters in law Monica, Marina (Dave Marion); by brothers in law Michael (Ruth), Mark (Maureen). Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews and her dear friends. The Mass of Christian Burial took place at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Kemptville ON at 11 AM, Tuesday, Nov. 21st. Burial will take place in Chapeau QC Nov. 24th. Donations to the Kemptville Family Memorial Classic or another local charity are appreciated. A special thank you to Alice’s caregivers during her illness and to the staff of the Kemptville District Hospital during her final days. Tributes at McEvoy Shields Funeral Home.
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Albert Nugent Suddenly at the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus on Sunday, November 19, 2017 in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Sandy, Loving father of T a m m y (Lyle Duffy) and Tom Nugent (Audra). Cherished grandfather of Alanah Duffy, Becky Nugent and Ethan Nugent. Dear brother of June, Cheryl, Judy and Larry. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 from 2pm 4pm and 6pm - 8pm. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel of the Lannin Funeral Home on Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 11 o’clock. Interment to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Lanark County or L.A.W.S. would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca.
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We, the family of the late Judy-Lynn Jordan, would like to express our sincerest thanks to all the relatives, friends, coworkers and neighbours for their kind messages of sympathy, food and donations for Breast Cancer Research and CHEO. We also want to thank the pallbearers, Mark Pankow, Lannin’s Funeral Home & Father Rod McNeil for the touching Service. Special thanks to the teams of Doctors and Nurses at KGH and the Ottawa General for their support and care throughout JudyLynn’s battle. The many acts of kindness and support continue to be a great comfort to us and will not be forgotten. Sincerely, The Jordan and Lawlor Families
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Bedford, Audrey Ethel
December 8, 1924 November 12, 2017 Surrounded by the love of family on her final day, our Mum has passed on to join our Dad, we hope they are together again as their song says “There’s just one place for me, near you.” Mum was much loved and most loving as anyone who knew her could see. Her world hasn’t quite been the same since it didn’t include Dad. Her face always lit up though, whenever any of us came for a visit. Audrey was predeceased by her husband of almost 67 years, Joe in 2016, her beloved daughter Josephine in 1965, her parents and two sisters in England. Born in London, England Joe and Audrey served in the military during WWII, Dad in the Royal Marines and Mum in the British Land Army. They met two years after the war ended, were married April 16, 1949 and started right away on the beginning of a large family. In 1957 they set out on an adventure that took them and their four girls on a large ship to Canada. Some lean years and lots of hard work, three sons and another daughter followed. With Mum’s support and encouragement Dad returned to school to make life better for the family and succeeded in doing that. Mum and Dad were very much loved and will be missed by their children Susan (John) Irvine, Eileen (Keith) McNeely, Christine (Earl) Atkins, Mark (Jean), Scott (Laurie), Mike (Cathy) and Tracey (Peter Coldwell) Bedford. All of Mum’s in-laws, their many grandchildren and great-grandchildren were loved and held a special place in her heart and they felt the same for her. The family would like to acknowledge the Broadview Nursing and Retirement Centre for making both Mum in the nursing home side and Dad in the retirement side feel very much loved during their time there. The staff were very good to them and we saw that they appreciated their sense of humour and were very warm and caring to them both. At Mum’s request there will not be a funeral. Cremation has taken place and we will provide details, when we have them, for a get-together to celebrate the lives of these two wonderful people. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
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MacLachlan, Diane
Cheryl Ann Robbins
It is with profound sadness that the family of Cheryl Ann Beattie (Robbins) share the heartbreaking news of her passing in her 47th year at The Great War Memorial Hospital in Perth, Ontario on Monday, November 13, 2017. Cheryl fought hard and was determined to overcome her three-year battle with cancer, surrounded by loving family Cheryl went home to be with her Lord and Saviour. Cheryl was a loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, God mother and friend. She was the precious daughter of Patsy and the late Mike Dube, the late Dwight and Bev Beattie. She was also predeceased by her grandparents Jack and Ann Lackey, Francis and George Beattie and Andy Dixon. Cheryl leaves behind her husband James Robbins, her mother Patsy Dube, her father-in-law Jim and the late Ellen Robbins, precious children, Conner and Jaina McCarthy and Mackenzie Masters, her sisters Lori Killoran (the light of her eyes Alan and Christian) Lisa and Trisha Dube, Julie and Sally Beattie, Aunts and Uncles Gloria and (the late) Clarence Doucette, Jacqueline and Tom Valliquette, David and Marie Lackey, Anthony and Kim Lackey, Karen and Mike Julian, Kim and John Ryan, Jeannie and David Crowley, Carl and Tina Beattie, Pete Beattie. Marlene (and the late) Kenneth Beattie, Claudette (and the late) Albert Beattie and the late Lillian and Jack Snyder. Cheryl’s special relationship with her many cousins, nieces and nephews will be cherished by each and every one of them and they will always remember how she touched their lives. Cheryl was lucky enough to be surrounded by so many wonderful friends and she was grateful for the support given to her during her sickness especially from Kim and Keith Berry, Sandra Tysick, Joy McCarthy and Karen Smith. One of Cheryl’s greatest joys in life was working and being around children and she will be sadly missed by her co-workers and the children she worked with at the Child Development Center in Smiths Falls. Cheryl also took great comfort in the many special relationships she had with so many members of The Free Methodist Church, Cheryl will be remembered as a kind, caring person who always put others first. We are all truly blessed to have such a special person in our lives even for such a short time and we will miss her immensely. A Celebration of Cheryl’s life will take place on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 11: 00a.m at the Asbury Free Methodist Church, 144 Gore Street E, Perth Ontario. There will be an opportunity to meet at 10:00 a.m before the service to share special memories of Cheryl and a Luncheon will follow, both will take place in the Fellowship Hall. If desired donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the children’s wing of The Asbury Free Methodist Church. It isn’t easy to say good-bye But I know it Is only for a little while Run up ahead and I will catch up ‘Cause I’m gonna to see you when tomorrow comes On the other side
At Stratford General Hospital on Thursday, November 9, 2017, Mrs. Diane Margaret MacLachlan of Gorrie, and formerly of Carleton Place, in her 61st year. Wife of Geoff Smyth. Remembered by her stepchildren Kevin Smyth of Ottawa, Jennifer and David VanDeVelde of Delhi, and Stephanie and Jason King of Carleton Place, and by her grandchildren Ryan and Emily VanDeVelde, and Abigail and Ella King. Daughter-in-law of Molly Smyth of Port Elgin, and sister-in-law of Betty MacLachlan of P.E.I, Randolph and Debbie Smyth of B.C., Vince Smyth of Florida, and Penny and Pat Gribbons of Port Elgin. Aunt of David and Tanya MacLachlan, Heather MacLachlan, Shannon, Brendan, and Kelly Gribbons, and great-aunt of Ian MacLachlan. Diane was predeceased by her parents Donald and Kathleen (MacKay) MacLachlan, and by her brothers Norman and Donald. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, December 10th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. for drop-in or stay at the Beckwith Township Office Brunton Community Hall, 1702 9th Line, Carleton Place, Ontario. Memorial donations to Stratford-Perth Humane Society would be appreciated, and may be made through the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel (519-291-4840). Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
Grinstead, Barbara Joan (née Marsh) Peacefully, surrounded by family at the Kemptville District Hospital on Thursday, November 16th, 2017, Barbara passed away in her 81st year. Beloved wife of John Grinstead. Loving mother of Micah John Grinstead (Sara), Daphne Shawyer Beaton (Allister) and Judith Anne Grinstead (William). Barbara will be sadly missed by her adoring grandchildren. Much loved sister of Judith Anne Jones. Predeceased by her parents Frederick George Marsh and Verna Gladys Ellis and her brother Neville Alfred Marsh. During the past months, Barbara was cared for by her much adored daughter-in-law Sara. Friends and Family are invited to visit the Kemptville Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 805 Prescott Street, Kemptville on Monday November 27, 2017 from 12 noon to 2 pm. A Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation in the Chapel at 2 pm. All are welcome to join the family for a reception immediately following the service in the Reception Centre. Donations may be made to Kemptville District Hospital. Condolences/Tributes/Donations Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-258-2435
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Rabb, Donald Orre Peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 22, 2017 in his 71st year. Survived by his brother Charlie, and his sisters Glenna (Tom Clark) and Doris Preece (James McRae). Predeceased by his parents Bernice (nee Cookman) and Orre Rabb, Step-mother Joyce Rabb, sisters Ola, and Mildred and Brothers Teddy, Roddy, Murray and an infant baby boy. Donnie will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and Rabb, Knapp, Cookman and Salter cousins. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Friday, November 10, 2017 from 6:00pm until time of memorial service in the chapel at 7:30pm. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.lannin.ca
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Trew, Joan Evelyn
We said goodbye to our sister Joan today. Passed away at home in Ottawa on Wed., November 15, 2017. Predeceased by her parents Mary Carmel and Robert Edgar Trew and brother-inlaw Lawrence Coates. Left to mourn are her sisters Pat (Larry) Moxham, Dianne Coates, and Victoria (Thomas) Cannon and her brothers Brent Trew and Michael (Diane) Trew and a number of nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Joan was passionate about photography and her city of Ottawa and the Gatineau Hills. She was dedicated to the preservation of cityscapes in photographs. She was a lover of trees in all seasons and happiest exploring back roads and trails. A biker, skier, scuba diver, swimmer, hiker and runner. Joan had an avid interest in many areas of life, gardening, art, architecture, and technology and many hours of storytelling. She followed her own path and persevered through difficult circumstances to find fulfillment in the joy of the world around her. A kind soul who will be dearly missed by those who knew her. Family and friends were invited to attend Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis de Sales Church, Smiths Falls on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with interment at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. A reception followed at the Blair & Son Funeral Home Reception Centre.
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MARY ELLEN YOUNG-BRUYNS JELLEY, Albert
DRISCOLL, William “Bill” Captain, Ottawa Fire Services, Retired
Peacefully at home in his sleep on November 13, 2017 at the age of 77. Devoted husband of Bette-Jean (née Wood) for 57 years. Proud father of Steve (Sue), Dan, and Tim (Doris). Loving poppa to Emily (Aaron), Lauren (Sergio), Morgan, Dana and Curtis. Dear brother of Janet Rowland (Jim), Don Driscoll (Lois), Elizabeth Hanna (Bruce) and sister-inlaw Bonnie Driscoll. Predeceased by his brother Bob. Beloved son of the late Harold and Doris Driscoll of Merrickville. Bill’s memory will always be cherished by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Friends may pay respects at St. Paul’s Anglican Church 20 Young Rd. Kanata after 2:00pm on Saturday, November 18, 2017. A Funeral Service for Bill will follow at 3:00pm. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Fallen Firefighter Foundation are appreciated. Funeral care entrusted to Kelly Funeral Home - Kanata Chapel 580 Eagleson Rd. 613-591-6580 Condolences and Sharing Memories at https://w w w.arbormemorial.ca/en/kellykanata
(Laurysen Kitchens) With heavy hearts we announce that Albert Dale Jelley of Arnprior passed away rather suddenly at the Ottawa Hospital - Civic Campus on Saturday evening, November 18th, 2017. He was only 64. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen Bender. Twin brother of Dean Jelley of Toronto. Special brother-in-law of Maureen McCoy and her husband Ron of Cobden as well as Michael Bender of Saskatchewan. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. A quiet, unassuming man, Albert enjoyed spending time with his wife and close friends. His passion for playing golf was also shared with Kathleen. When not working in the sanding department at Laurysen Kitchens, Albert loved to tinker and fix things. He will be remembered for his dedication to his feline companions. Taken far too soon. Friends called at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior for visitation on Wednesday, November 22nd from 5 to 6:45 p.m. A Tribute to Albert took place in the Pilon Family Chapel at 7 o’clock. Cremation followed with interment at Hope Cemetery, Ottawa on Friday. In memory of Albert, please consider a donation to L’Arche Arnprior. Condolences/Donations/Webcast www.pilonfamily.ca
It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Ellen Young-Bruyns on November 12, 2017 at the age of 49 years. After a short, courageous battle with cancer. She leaves behind her loving husband Jack Bruyns, her children Tonia (Ryan O’Donnell), Brandon, Devon, Dan (Treena), David (Lyn), Barb (Dan Perrault) and Shane (Kammi). She lives on in the memories of her beloved grandchildren Nathan, Liam, Natasha, Christopher, Sarina, Lauren, Jessica, Lucas and Tyler. Forever in the hearts of her great grandchildren Courtney, Briley, Anne Marie and Takara. Will be greatly missed by her siblings, Francis, Valerie (Gord), David (Wendy), Debbie (Tom) and Bill. Ellen made a huge impact on those around her and words cannot begin to describe the heartache so many feel right now. She was a caring wife, amazing mom and stepmom and the world’s best grandma. Her smile, laughter and love will be missed and never forgotten. Celebration of Life Reception will be held at the Dwight Community Centre 1014 Dwight Beach Road, Dwight Ontario on Saturday November 25, 2017 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. ‘We know you are smiling down on us every day. Until we meet again, Lots of love from everyone you touched’ For those desiring, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or LAWS would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
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Major Gerry Hansen, MMM, CD
Peacefully, surrounded by family in his home in Carleton Place, on November 15, 2017, in his 86th year. Born in Chatham, NB. Following graduation from St. Thomas College, NB, honourably serving thirty-five years in the Canadian Forces. Enrolled as an Air Frame Technician, subsequently commissioned as an Aerospace Engineering Officer where he completed his CF service, followed by ten years at Field Aviation (Calgary). Long time volunteer, hobbyist, carpenter and handyman for many. Loving husband of Rose (nee Bryant of Belleville) for sixty-six joyful years. Beloved father of Jude MacLeod, and Bob Hansen. Very proud grampa of Chad Guimond (Christie) and great-grampa of Harrison Guimond. Predeceased by his parents William and Delvina Hansen. Survived by his brother Leo Hansen (Marge). Predeceased by his siblings Olaf Hansen (Alida-surviving), Doris Smits (Larry-surviving), Paul Hansen (Bettysurviving) and Arnold Hansen (Francissurviving). A private service will be held at the National Military Cemetery (Beechwood) 280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa, on Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Ottawa Heart Institute Defibrillator Clinic would be appreciated by the family. www.barkerfh.com
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THOMPSON MICHAEL GAYLEN In hospital at Almonte on Wednesday, November 15, 2017. Mike Thompson formerly of Almonte, age 75 years. Survived by two daughters, Catherine and Kim. Predeceased by his wife, Eleanor. Private funeral arrangements entrusted to C. R. GAMBLE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL Inc. 127 Church Street Almonte, Ontario. (613)256-3313 For those who may choose to make a memorial donation in memory of Mike, please consider the Canadian Cancer Society
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FLEGG, GARY In loving memory of a cherished brother who left us November 25, 2014. It’s hard to believe it’s been 3 years now. You left us so suddenly I miss you everyday. Someday I will see you again till then I love you. Your cherished sister Millie Thomas
Peacefully, at Almonte General Hospital – Rosamond Unit, on November 15, 2017, at the age of 87. Loving husband of Debbie (Prospect, ON). Dear brother of Joan Kerr (Mississauga, ON). Uncle of Steven Davis (Mississauga, ON). At the request of Bruce, no service will be held. For those who wish, donations to Alzheimer Society or Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
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Arnold Hamilton RIP From your loving son. You were the best dad, you were like my best friend and dad in one. You passed many skills to me and I will never forget that. You had a great way of doing things. You will never be forgotten, I will miss you dad from your loving son Lee Hamilton
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Christie, Garry “Mugsy”
Peacefully at the Kemptville District Hospital on Tuesday November 14, 2017. Garry Christie age of 68 of Kemptville. Beloved husband of Diane (Hurlbert). Loving Dad of Jeff (Penny), Michael and Kevin. Cherished Poppa of Jordan (Michelle) and Nicole (Corey) and great-grandson Connor. Dear brother of Louise Berry (late George), Darlene Deyo (Albert) and Ray (Shirley) Christie of Calgary, AB. Predeceased by his parents Harold and Mabel Christie and 6 sisters and 4 brothers. By Garry’s request Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Kemptville Legion, Branch # 212, 100 Reuben Cres. on Sunday November 26, 2017 from 12 noon until 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.com
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BRETT MICHAEL PEARSON MAY 7, 1990 – NOVEMBER 20, 2006 In Memory of A Much Loved Son It’s sometimes hard to know why some things happen as they do for so much JOY and HAPPINESS was centered around you. You are thought of everyday I believe and feel your spirit is still with me your home is in my heart you are always there within the air your spirit is everywhere. In your life you touched many in your passing many lives were changed. All the love you left behind shines in your legacy The Brett Pearson Run for Your Life With aching hearts we miss you and we love you so dearly. From Mom and your brother Dennis.
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July 7, 1925 - November 27, 2014 Just as you were, you will always be Treasured forever in our memory
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CARLEY, Geraldine August 8, 1920 - November 20, 2013 “Best” Mother Ever There is no better time to be happy than today, So choose to be happy and make someone happy today. The Carley Family
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Kyle Simpson February 5, 1990 – November 28, 2009 As we loved you So we miss you In our memory you are near. Loved, remembered longed for always Bringing many a silent tear. Love Always Dad and Mom Trudi, Amy, Krista and Nathaniel (son)
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HUDSON, Gordon Alexander
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gordon in Edmonton, Alberta on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at the age of 91. Gordon is predeceased by his beloved wife Mary, daughter Roseanne, parents Jack and Mary, brothers Walter, John, and Lorn, and sister Jean (McCuan). He is survived by daughter Donna, son Alex, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and greatgreat-grandchildren, brother-in-law Sandy, sister-in-law Mabel, and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. A memorial service took place on Friday November 17, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at the United Church in Fort Saskatchewan, 10409-100 Ave. Inurnment followed at the Fort Saskatchewan Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made in Gordon’s name to Alberta Diabetes Foundation, 8602-112 St., Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1 or the Kipness Centre, 4470 McCrae Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5E 6M8. To add a condolence to the guest book, please go online to the Edmonton Journal obituaries.
Eric Gordon Shea February 14, 1985 – November 30, 2010 Now one hundred years have passed, or so it seems. And in our thoughts, in our hearts, even in our dreams, Our unfailing love for you still grows. Yet our hearts still ache, and our tears still flow. And on this day, your Angel-versary, With family and friends, we celebrate your history. Strength, courage, and humour, to name a few Are just some of the words that remind us of you. And in our yard, a beautiful garden grows ablaze In memory of you, full of colour and sweet bouquets. And to you we will stay true, strong and brave, For you have shown us the way. Missing you Love, Mom, Dad and Ian
FIELDING-BENNETT, Diana - In loving memory of our dear daughter who passed away on November 24, 2016 What would we give her hand to clasp, Her patient face to see, To hear her voice, to see her smile, As in the days that used to be, But some sweet day we’ll meet again Beyond the toil and strife, And clasp each other’s hand once more, In Heaven, that happy life. Always in our hearts Mom and Dad and Family
BELL, DOROTHY Mildred December 16, 1929 - November 24, 2016 In loving memory of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Loving and kind in all her ways, Upright and just to the end of her days; Sincere and true, in her heart and mind Beautiful memories, she left behind. Always loved and remembered Sandra, Len Larry, Linda Bill and families
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GILES Edwina Isabel- In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who passed away five years ago November 27, 2012. As time goes by without you and days turn into years They hold a million memories And a thousand silent tears To us you were so special What more is there to say Except to wish with all our hearts That you were here today. Forever remembered Elmer Richard, Haley, Kaitlyn Cherilyn, Rebecca, Dawson
JACQUES, Raymond Jr. – In loving memory of my dear son who passed away 29 years ago. Loving and kind in all his ways, Upright and just to the end of his days, Sincere and kind in heart and mind, What a beautiful memory he left behind. Love Dad
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In memory of my Grandson J.T. Young. One whole year has passed since that morning we received the call that you had passed away. No one knows the hurt only those who have lost a loved one. We love you J.T. and look forward to the day we will meet again up there. Till we meet again. Love Grandma and Family
BURNS - In loving memory of our parents, grandparents and great grandparents Harry E. passed away October 9, 1992 and Elsie M. passed away November 25, 1992. They say there is a reason, They say time will heal. Neither time nor reason will change the way we feel. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there. The gates of memories will never close. We miss you more than anybody knows. Love and miss you every day, until we meet again. Loved, Your Family, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren
PETER FNUKAL 17 Jan A COMPETITIVE PRICE ON 1989 - 22 Nov 1990 STEEL ROOFING IN STOCK - 29ga, Various A silent thought, a secret colours,soffit & fascia tear, Windows: REBAR, skyKeeps his memory ever light sheets, custom trim. dear, barn/door track & trolleys. Time takes away the Nails & Screws. edge of grief, Storage Sheds. Come see But memory turns back us for a price. Levi Weber, every leaf. 2126 Stone Rd., RR#2 Renfrew Ever remembered, ever loved. Mom, Dad and Cedar pickets, rails, post & mill logs for sale,. Call brother Ivan or text 613-913-7958.
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MUNRO, Albert In loving memory of a cherished friend who left us on November 18, 2006. It’s hard to believe it’s been 11 years now. I miss your laughter and all your jokes. Your cherished friend Millie Thomas
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VIRTUE, Mae Marie In loving memory of our dear sister who passed away November 22, 1988. It is no further away than your picture, A smile or remembered phrase. There is a place in our hearts that no one can ever fill. We miss now and always, As the years pass quickly by. Our memories have a magic way, Of keeping you close in our minds. Love you always, your sisters Betty, Emma, Esther and Maxine
“I heard your favourite song today; I knew that you were near. I said a little prayer for you, then smiled, oh mother dear”
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In loving memory of James Trevor Young (J.T.) October 14, 1975 - November 23, 2016
If I could write a story It would be the greatest ever told Of a kind and loving father Who had a heart of gold. If I could write a million pages But still be unable to say, just how Much I love and miss him Every single day. I will remember all he taught me I’m hurt but won’t be sad Because he’ll send me down the answers And he’ll always be MY DAD. Missing you and remembering you every day. Patsy & Murray, Ben, Keith, Melissa, Joshua, Meghan and Family
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My Son It broke my heart to lose you, But you did not go alone A part of me went with you The day God took you home. A million times I’ve thought of you A million times I’ve cried, If loving could of saved you You would have never died. Forgive me Lord, I’ll always weep For my Son I loved so much But yet I couldn’t keep. Sweet dreams my Angel “Love and miss you always” Mom Marks, Bob (Mark’s Cobbler Shop) October 29, 2006 Death is an enemy Each of us have loneliness with us But your spirit is always with us When you lose a loved one the more important family members should become But I know you are just asleep One day you will leave the cemetery when the trumped blasts You will be up and out of the grave alive It’s resurrection time to be reunited with your loved ones Who have gone on before (Dad, mom, Sylvia & David) We look forward to be reunited with you and family in Christ Minola The Marks Family
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Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arms Courses and exams held once a month at Carp. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.
Arien Snow blowers, in-stock, good selection, low country prices. Free local delivery. Service after sales since 1999. Pete’s Lawn & Marine 613-267-7053.
MY CLIENT seeks property in need of repair or renovation. They are also looking for a small hobby farm. Gananoque to Napanee area. Call me for free evaluation. Call Gerald H u d s o n 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage
Wanted - furnace oil, will remove tank if possible. Call 613-479-2870.
Meatmans Corner, 3319 Hossack Lane 613-483-6753. Cut & WANTED USED IBANEZ Montage wrap deer $60. Direcacoustic/electric guitar tions: Hwy 15, County Rd 15 watt acoustic amplifi- 5 Hossack Lane. Buying Comic Books. Old er and hard guitar case. comic books in the house? Excellent value and in them into cash today. Classifieds Turn excellent condition. My hobby, your gain. $350. 613-258-2049 Get Results! kentscomics@yahoo.ca Fridges, stoves, dish- evenings and weekends 613-539-9617. washer’s, washers, driers and freezers sold with free 30 day warranty. Extended FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE 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.
SELL YOUR unwanted items here! Call 1-888-657-6193 to place your ad!
Dearly missed by Andrea, Bonnie, Pat and Peter
Keith Hobbs October 4, 1932 - November 20, 2009 Dad & Grampy
FOR SALE
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IN MEMORIAM
4Sale - Dry hardwood, stored inside. Delivery & pickup options. Call 613-257-5095 for details. 5 Generations of firewood sales, all hardwood, cut and split. Stored inside. 613-253-8006. 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 Dry Firewood. All hardwoods, hard maple, beech and red oak. Delivery available. Call 613-535-2655. Dry Hardwood cut split, & delivered. Prompt delivery $350/full cord. 613-267-5772 Firewood For Sale (Cut last January) Dry & piled. Mixed Maple & Oak. $85.00 single cord $255.00 full cord Delivery Possible or Pickup ( located in Perth) 613-264-0456. Firewood For Sale, seasoned hardwood, cut & split. 613-264-6300 Lumber Pine, Hemlock, or Hardwood for barn, building, or repairs /horse shelters & garden sheds. 613-267-5772 TD Logging, Cut Split hardwood. $300 full cord, soft-wood $150 full cord, screened, before loading, no debris, visa accepted. 613-812-5454 613-264-5454.
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RED PINE PLANTATIONS, quality thinning and logging operation. Manage your wood lot and make money. Stacey Robertson 613-858-8014 Vinyl LP Records Wanted. Looking for Rock, Soul, Jazz collections! Will purchase your unwanted collection with cash! Call 4 1 6 - 7 3 8 - 3 4 7 5 stevecondo@rogers.com
Wanted for scrap: cars, trucks, vans and appliances. Phone 613-551-6698.
VEHICLES 2001 Chevy shortbox. step side 4x4. 2004 Chevy 4x4 reg 8’ box, 4.8 automatic. 613-283-2368 cell: 613-285-7402. EXTRA VEHICLE in your driveway? Get some extra CA$H and post it in the classifieds! Call 1-888-657-6193 to place your ad!
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Looking to harvest Cedar Trees from 3’ +, off-acreage. Call 613-799-0958 FOR SALE
FOR SALE
Real Christmas Trees
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Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Farm
15839 Hwy 7 East Perth 9-4
Seven days a week
SPRUCE, PINE AND FIR
CHRISTMAS TREES Daily 8 am-5 pm Open until Dec. 24
Excellent choice of well-pruned trees. Harvest your own choice $25 or pick one fresh cut $30 Small Pre-Cut Trees $5 to $10 Located 8 km from Smiths Falls on North Gower Hwy. 5808 Roger Stevens Dr
283-2585
Fresh boughs & wreaths
Cut your own/pre-cut
613-264-8143
www.charliebrownschristmastrees.ca
To Book Your Real Christmas Tree ad in this feature contact Cheryl Code 283-3182 x8464
Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 36 - Thursday, November 23, 2017
Beautiful cut your own or pre-cut Christmas trees
Handmade wreaths, planters & more Unique giftware & decorations Delicious homemade meals & tasty treats Tractor wagon rides, sliding & bonfires Family fun & fresh air Mon-Thur 10-6 • Fri 10-8 • Sat & Sun 9-5 www.cedarhillchristmastreefarm.com
Johnston SOBCZAK TREE FARM Brothers CHRISTMAS Cut Your Own & Pre-Cuts Tree Farm $25& UP Cut Your Own
Balsam fir • Fraser fir Supply of large trees
up to 9’ $45 10’+ available Sleigh Rides Dec. 11 Dec. 32 && 4, 3,10 9 && 10 South of Kemptville East of 416 & County Rd. 44 2853 Porter Road
Watch for signs Opening Nov. 25 WEEKDAYS 1-5 WEEKENDS 9-5 613-802-2314
PINE, SPRUCE, BALSAM, BLUE SPRUCE & FRASER FIR
Carleton Place
400 Lanark Street, off Townline Road East, Hwy. 29
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Nov. 29 to Dec. 24 Weekdays 11:30 - 4:30 Weekends 9:00 - 4:30
613-219-2839 828-5608 FREE SPRUCE & PINE BOUGHS
Classifieds FARM
VEHICLES
COMMERCIAL RENT
FOR RENT
Wanted: Classic & Vintage HAY, ROUND cars & trucks. Please call square Mark 613-360-2699. 613-258-3566
FARM HAY FOR sale. 4x5 rounds stored inside. $30 and $40. 75 small squares, about 80-90lbs. 613-434-1834.
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and Merrickville Spa. Large 1 Room for rent, 42 bales. mirrored nail salon, 4 Church St West, Smiths treatment rooms, main Falls, full-time working reception/retail with dis- quiet person, all inclusive, windows/awnings. $120/wk. 613-812-2400. TOM’S CUSTOM play Potential for hair salon AIRLESS PAINTING A/C and parking. COMMERCIAL RENT Specializing in roof 613-269-3868 barn & aluminum/ vinyl siding painting Retail Space for Rent *30 years experience. busy LCBO Mall, *Screw nailing and roof repairs. Hwy 7 & McNeely, Carleton Place,
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CONTRACTOR PAYS cash for property in need (613)283-8475 of repair or renovation. Call me for free evaluation. Call Gerald Hudson LIVESTOCK 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Wanted to buy, horses, colts and ponies, all types. Brokerage Contact Bob Perkins at CASH FOR small farm or 613-342-6030. country estate close to Kingston or Gananoque with good 3 bedroom home and garage. Call Gerald Hudson 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage
plenty of parking, among high traffic tenants.
613-218-9293
FOR RENT
FOR RENT
1 Bedroom apartment a/c, heat, laundry, parking, wi-fi. $925/ month. 613-889-2894
Almonte, Central, Large 1 Bedroom, Easy access, Gas Fireplace, Plug-in parking, Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, microwave, tub enclosure, Washer & Dryer on-site, Security entry system, approx. 750 square feet, available Jan.1 Nonsmoker, prefer no pets, impeccable, references required, $750.00+ utilities, (613)880-6937
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APARTMENT EMPTY? Don’t lose your precious income! Book your apartment ad here. Call 1-888-657-6193 to place your ad!
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1 room, private bath, use of kitchen & rest of apt, all inclusive with wifi. $650/mnth. 613-889-2894
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.
SF, all Incl $1200/mnth, lg 3 bdrm, upper tri-plex. Heat, hydro, water, sat TV, fridge, stove, washer/dryer hook-up, parking, yard. Quiet neighbourhood & building. Close to hospital, rink, downtown. References, first/last a must. Avail Jan 1. 613-283-0636.
Bachelor house available immediately, suitable for 1 or 2 people. Just outside Lanark, wood heat, $ 8 0 0 / m n t h . 613-963-0404 Bachelor Apartment Avail. Dec lst, secure building. Heat/hydro/parking included. Seniors welcome, No Dogs. 5 Rogers Road, Perth. Call 613-267-4189 Carleton Place, Seniors 50’s Plus Building. No smoking, no pets. First & last months rent $750.00 & up. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Call 613-863-6487 or 613-720-9860
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HOUSE FOR RENT 4 bedroom house with an attached garage, near Kinburn, 15 minutes North West of Kanata. 4 appliances included, First/Last Months Rent, No pets, Please reply to 613-839-5326
Smiths Falls. 2 bedroom upper level. Newly renovated. Single garage. On-site laundry. Available Dec. 1st. $1300 utilities included. 613-223-3868.
Merrickville. Bachelor apartment in town, great location across from park and canal, available immediately. $675 plus hydro. Mike 613-889-7242. Carleton Place Two Bedroom Apt with good parking, onsite laundry, storage and superintendent. $850 mnthly. Includes water. Call John. 613-229-0737
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
Smiths Falls, Toulon Place Apartments, 3rd floor, 2 bedroom $870/mth; Available Immediately. Clean, quiet, secure building, live-in superintendent, ground floor laundry. 613-283-9650.
STORAGE RENT OUT your extra space for extra cash! Call 1-888-657-6193 to place your ad!
1-888-657-6193
classifiedseast@metroland.com REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER 5BR House for rent Beautiful and quiet 5 bedrooms + 2 full bathrooms house. Located in a quiet street walking distance to downtown, school, church and restaurant of Smiths Falls. Included washer, dryer, stove and fridge, Large double lot. Available December 1st. Asking $1,450 plus utilities. First and last month and references required. Please text me at 613-265-5322 613-265-5322
NOTICES
PERSONAL
MEDICAL CONDITION?
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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER
Port Elmsley rural delight. 4 delightfully wooded acres. Bright and spacious 1700 sq. ft. of living area, side split., several washrooms, 4 bedrooms, main floor computer room. Large family room with wooden stove, Garage/storage building. $259,000. Open by appointment, weekends. Call Gerald Hudson 1-613-449-1668. Sales Representative of Remax Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
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, 283-3920. Overeaters Anonymous 613-264-5158
LOST & FOUND LOST IPHONE 5s. Black and grey. Last seen between Perth High School and Stewart Park on November 7th. 613-466-0679
WORK WANTED A Load to the dump Cheap! Clean up renovations, clutter, garage sale junk or dead trees brush. 613-899-7269.
FOR SALE
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FIREARMS WANTED FOR DECEMBER 9th, 2017 LIVE & ONLINE AUCTION: Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Militaria. Auction or Purchase: Collections, Estates, Individual items. Contact Paul, Switzer's Auction: Toll-Free 1-800-6942609, info@switzersauction.com or www.switzersauction.com.
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Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 37 - Thursday, November 23, 2017
1st, 2nd, 3rd MORTGAGES Debt Consolidation Refinancing, Renovations Tax Arrears, No CMHC Fees $50K YOU PAY: $208.33 / MONTH (OAC) No Income, Bad Credit Power of Sale Stopped!!! BETTER OPTION MORTGAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL TODAY TOLL-FREE: 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com (Licence # 10969)
HELP WANTED
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.
Do you have 10 hours/week To Earn $1500 plus /month? Operate a Mini Office from your home computer. Free Online training. www.debsminioffice.com
Busy Handyman Service looking for Snow-plow Operators and shovelers. Parttime or could lead to fulltime. Call 613-267-5460.
TENDERS
TENDERS
Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney repair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. 613-250-0290.
HELP WANTED A&B CLEANING seeking part time commercial cleaners in Perth. Apply @ www.abcleaning.ca
WORK WANTED
T.L.C.
74475/111 CL450940_0626
HOME IMPROVEMENTS No job too small! Free estimates • Home Renovations • Plumbing Repairs • Painting/cleanup • Concrete work Doug Morley 257-7177
TOWN OF SMITHS FALLS SNOW REMOVAL – TRUCK RENTAL
Owners interested in renting trucks to the Municipality for snow removal are requested to register their vehicles with the undersigned not later than 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2017. Submissions are to be made on forms provided by the Municipality, which are available for pickup at the Town Hall Office at 77 Beckwith Street North. Kerry Costello Clerk CLS789395_1123 WORK WANTED
WORK WANTED
TRIPLE D PLOWING Snow is Coming Are you Ready...
Commercial, Residential Private & Cottage Roads
Prices Start @ $20.00 *24 Hour Service
*(Smiths Falls, Merrickville, Lombardy & Surrounding Areas)
- snow plowing - sand/salt service - sidewalk shoveling Fully Licensed & Insured
Call for a free quote
Jason @ 613-802-3439 HELP WANTED
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HELP WANTED
Broadview Nursing Centre Broadview Nursing Centre is a 20 Bed Long Term Care Facility located in Smiths Falls Ontario that is looking for a Lodge Coordinator to work 4 x 8 hour shifts per week. Shifts include hiring, scheduling and working on the floor. Candidates need to be motivated with excellent organizational, leadership and problem solving skills. Experience in geriatrics is preferred however not essential. Please email or fax resume and cover letter to: Alaina.kerr@broadviewnc.ca Fax: 613-283-7073. CLS790152_1123
TENDERS
TENDERS
TENDERS
TENDERS
FORM 6 Municipal Act, 2001
SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF TAY VALLEY TOWNSHIP Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on November 30, 2017, at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, 217 Harper Road, RR # 4, Perth Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, 217 Harper Road, RR # 4, Perth. Description of Lands: Roll No. 09 11 916 020 03901 0000; PIN 05201-0015(LT); Part Lot 1 and Lot 2 Concession 6 Bathurst as in RS33854; Tay Valley Township. File No. 16-05 Minimum Tender Amount: $8,382.91 Roll No. 09 11 916 015 21825 0000; PIN 05196-0100(LT); Part SW1/2 Lot 19 Concession 3 Bathurst as in BT8855 Except BT10096 RS42861 Part 2, Plan 27R3534 Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, Plan 27R3612 & Part 1, Plan 27R3846; Bath-BurgSherb. File No. 16-06 Minimum Tender Amount: $5,387.22 Roll No. 09 11 914 015 55005 0000; PIN 05212-0004(LT); Part E1/2 Lot 11 Concession 3 South Sherbrooke Part 2, Plan 27R2939; Bath-Burg-Sherb. File No. 16-10 Minimum Tender Amount: $6,816.47 Roll No. 09 11 914 010 30600 0000; PIN 05206-0084(LT); Part Lot 8 Concession 9 South Sherbrooke as in RS129807; description may not be acceptable in the future as in RS129807; Twp of Bath Burg Sherb Except Forfeited Mining Rights, if any. File No. 16-11 Minimum Tender Amount: $5,529.07 Roll No. 09 11 914 010 06800 0000; 301 Maberly Station Rd., Maberly; PIN 05209-0200(LT); Part East Half Lot 14 Concession 7 South Sherbrooke Part 1, 2 & 3, Plan 27R8505; Tay Valley. File No. 16-12 Minimum Tender Amount: $13,216.82 Roll No. 09 11 914 010 01511 0000; 410 Pond Rd., Maberly; PIN 052130111(LT); Lot 11 Plan 21 South Sherbrooke; Twp of Bath Burg Sherb. File No. 16-13 Minimum Tender Amount: $5,775.59 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, availability of road access or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: Laurie Hall Deputy Treasurer/Tax Collector The Corporation of Tay Valley Township 217 Harper Road RR # 4 Perth ON K7H 3C6 (613) 267-5353 Ext. 125 www.tayvalleytwp.ca
Connected to Your Community A/CP/K/P/SF - 38 - Thursday, November 23, 2017
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Lanark County’s – Lanark Lodge, “People Caring for People”, is a 163 bed Long Term Care Home accredited with Accreditation Canada that strives to provide progressive resident centred care for our residents in an atmosphere of respect that fosters independence and fulfillment. We are seeking a self-motivated professional change agent for the following position starting January 2, 2018.
REGULAR FULL TIME ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF CARE (Posting #LL2017-282) MANDATE: Under the direction of and in collaboration with the Director of Resident Care, the Associate Director of Care will develop structures and processes within the nursing department to achieve safe and effective resident care. Plan, direct and coordinate all activities necessary for the daily management of all resident neighborhoods. Ensure that quality nursing and personal care is provided for residents in accordance with the Long Term Care Homes Act (2007) and its supporting regulations 79/10. Provide leadership, mentorship, supervision, coaching and direction to nursing staff. Provide oversight of and leadership for specialized programs such as Skin and Wound Care, Palliative Care, Infection Control or other. Ensure that staff and contractors comply with relevant Health and Safety legislation and corporate/departmental policies and procedures. Ensure ongoing monitoring and reporting of occupational health and safety issues in the workplace. For further details including qualifications and application deadline, visit our website at www.lanarkcounty.ca
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The Town of Carleton Place is seeking an individual to fill a 2 year contract position of Engineering Technician. Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Manager of Engineering, the Engineering Technician shall assist with engineering review of developer submissions and preparing tender documents for municipal projects. Qualification/Experience: Two (2) year Community College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technician (minimum of education required for position); Two (2) years’ related work experience; Ability to obtain and maintain membership with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT); Familiar with preparing and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications with a detailed knowledge of AutoCAD; Knowledge of municipal works required for development; Familiar with GIS software and applications; Good written and verbal communication. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical persons; and Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Drivers Licence and access to a vehicle. A detailed job description, for this position, can be accessed at www.carletonplace.ca Interested applicants are invited to submit an application in confidence by 3:00 PM December 6, 2017 quoting “Engineering Technician – 2 Year Contract” Attention Human Resources by: Attention Human Resources by: Mail: Town of Carleton Place Email: hr@carletonplace.ca Attn: Human Resources Facsimile: 613 257 8170 175 Bridge Street Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8 We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Carleton Place is an equal opportunity employer following the rules and regulations set out by the Human Rights Code. Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of determining suitability for this competition only and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.
LD FOR SOSALE on the
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Eastern Ontario’s Largest Indoor Flea Market 150 booths Open Every Sunday All Year 8am-4pm Hwy. #31 – 2 kms north of 401
Mchaffies Flea Market
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Mitchell’s Independent Grocer Has an immediate Full Time opportunity for a
Cake Decorator
RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for the day to day preparation and decoration of all special occasion cakes required for our service bakery display cases. • Other general bakery department duties as assigned by the department manager. QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum two years experience as a cake decorator in a food retail environment. • Minimum Grade 12 education, as well as good interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
Has an immediate Full Time opportunity for a
Meat Cutter
RESPONSIBILITIES: • Include providing superior customer service and satisfaction through consistent application of store processes and standards. QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum 5 years meat cutting experience in a retail store environment. Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to lead and manage others. Minimum Grade 12 education. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send or fax your resume in confidence to: Jeff Mitchell or Mitch Anderson Mitchell’s Independent Grocer 455 McNeely Avenue Fax: 613-253-4980
Job Opening: Full-time Corporate Accounting Clerk We are growing again and hace an immediate opening for a Corporate Accounting Clerk for our busy Accounts Payable Department in Sharbot Lake, Ontario. We are seeking an individual who has good communication skills, the ability to think logically and use deductive reasoning as well as possessing the ability to prioritize tasks, with excellent attention to detail. The succesful candidate will be responsible for processing and reconciling accounts payable for the Robinson suite of companies, preparing selected management reports and assisting the Corporate Accountant and Corporate Controller with financial analysis. The successful candidate will have a post-secondary education in Business Administration with a specialty in bookkeeping and/or accounting with 1 to 2 yearsworking experience with accounts payable in a small to medium sized business. QuickBooks accounting software prefered. If you possess a personality and values that align with a company culture of everyone working together to maintain an environment of trust, professionalism, care for people, high ethical standards, adaptability to change, and co-operative teamwork while achieving challenging but sustainable goals, please submit your resume to dawn.reiser@robinsonsgroup.com. We wish to thank all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Posting Closes: December 1, 2017
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Van Driver Wanted Reliable Transportation is looking for a van driver for student transportation in the Perth/Lanark area. Applicants are asked to call 613-264-1000 or email reliabletransportation@xplornet.ca for more details.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE/CLEANING PART TIME CONTRACT Carleton Place Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation is seeking a part-time Property Maintenance/Cleaning person. The Maintenance/Cleaning Person is responsible for working in collaboration with the Property Manager to ensure that the building is maintained in good order. QUALIFICATIONS Experience in grounds keeping, minor plumbing & electrical repairs, carpentry repairs and other skills related to maintaining housing units and facilities. HOURLY RATE: To be determined Please forward resume to: Carleton Place Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation 105 Elizabeth Street Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V9 Email: cpnphc@gmail.com We are sorry, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted
HELP WANTED Looking for paid help brush cutting in Prestonvale. If you own a bush hog and are available for brush cutting work please contact 613-267-7746 Mature, part time food preparer required for retirement centre. Preset menu. Apply to 1333 Rideau Ferry Rd., Perth. Fax: 613-267-6261. Part time dishwasher required immediately. Apply after 4, ask for Jim or George. Country Diner Restaurant, 23 Union St. Smiths Falls. SNOW REMOVAL required. due to medical conditions, I need help with snow removal. please call 613-853-6333 Wesley Clover Parks is hiring equestrian grooms! We are seeking self-motivated individuals with previous horse experience. If interested please submit resumes t o angela.erickson@wesle ycloverparks.com
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The Town of Carleton Place is located in Eastern Ontario in Lanark County, approximately 46 kilometres west of downtown Ottawa. It is situated at the crossroads of Highway 15 and Highway 7. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Treasurer will oversee the Town’s financial affairs and perform the statutory duties of Treasurer. With the energy and enthusiasm to lead, motivate and manage a multi-faceted business unit you will steward the development and implementation of our $32 million operating and capital budgets. As an excellent communicator, you will provide strategic and operational advice to council and other senior managers and maintain effective relations with boards, agencies, and other stakeholders. In addition to your professional designation in accounting, you have three to five years senior leadership experience and applied knowledge of strategic business planning, municipal legislation, and best practices. In 2018, you will take the lead on upgrading the financial software for the municipality. Summary: The Treasurer provides for the control, management and efficient and effective administration of the financial accounting and data processing functions of the Corporation in the areas of planning and budgeting, accounting, investment and fund management, asset management, tax and water utility revenue, IT, risk management, payroll and purchasing. A detailed job description, for this position, can be accessed at www.carletonplace.ca Interested applicants are invited to submit an application in confidence by 3:00 PM December 6, 2017 quoting “Treasurer” Attention Human Resources by: Mail: Town of Carleton Place Email: hr@carletonplace.ca Attn: Human Resources Facsimile: 613 257 8170 175 Bridge Street Carleton Place, ON K7C 2V8
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FOR THE ESTATE OF MS. SHIRLEY SINGLETON OF BROCKVILLE SUNDAY, NOV 26, 2017 @ 10 AM PREVIEW @ 9 AM TO BE HELD @ MARSHALLS AUCTION HOUSE SPENCERVILLE Ms. Singleton worked many years in the health industry, her true love was family & collecting antiques, the quality & magnitude of items offered rarely come to market. Antique stain glass, furniture, advertising & local memorabilia, antique clocks, chandeliers, lamps, jewellery, original artwork, collection of Royal Doulton’s, glassware, china. Modern household items from a Dyson vacuum to a Kitchen Aid mixer, many ornate cast items as well. Auctioneers Note: This auction gives everyone an opportunity to see a multitude of antiques that have been cherished & well maintained by a person who truly knew what our history is worth. This is one that should not be missed by anyone. See you at the Auction House. For a full description & photos go to www.lmauctions.ca
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“Call or email to Book Your Auction Today” Saturday November 25 2017 - Massive Estate Auction to be held at The Lombardy Agricultural Hall - 6 Kellys Road, Lombardy - Doors open 9am - Public Unreserved Auction starts 10 am sharp! Selling the contents of 4 local estates. Please see Website for pictures. Canteen & Washrooms, Indoor heated hall. Open House Real Estate Auction: Friday December 1 (4pm to 7pm) & Saturday December 2 (1pm to 4pm) Sunday December 3 (1pm to 4pm) Real Estate Auction of 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath townhouse style condominium will be held Saturday January 13 2017 at 1 pm sharp on site at 45 A Woodfield Drive, Nepean - Please see website for pictures & listing. CLS790263_1123
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These casual and part-time positions will be of interest to Personal Support Workers, Health Care Aides or Developmental Services Workers with related experience. A customer service-oriented, co-operative team player, you will provide personal care, light housekeeping and laundry services for senior adults, and assist with ADLs and medication administration. You understand the needs of seniors, have a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness, and can follow written and verbal instructions. A related post-secondary education, such as PSW/HCA/DSW certification, is preferred. Opportunities are available on the day, evening and night shifts.
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Jewellery, Giftware & Store Fixtures For The Gold Bar Jewellery Store, Arnprior @ www.handsauction.com Bidding opens November 24 @ 9 a.m. Bidding closes November 30 @ 7 p.m. The Gold Bar provided fine jewellery to Arnprior and surrounding area for many years. This auction is to settle the owner’s estate. Preview is Tuesday, November 28 from 4 – 6 p.m. at Hands Auction Facility, 5501 County Rd 15, R R # 2, Brockville, ON
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ANTIQUE FURNITURE & GLASS. HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS. @ #6721 Waterloo St., Kars, ON K0A 2E0 for Pat & Harold MacDonald on Sat., Nov. 25/17 @ 10 am. Handsome late Victorian side-by-side glass secretary/ writing desk. East Lake step back cupboard w/ 2 glazed top. Oak 5 leg extension table w/ leaves. 5 piece Vilas kitchen table. Bowmanville rocker. 5 oak curved back chairs. Oak rocker. Commode rocker. Oak slat-back & armed rocking chair. Vilas rocker. 2 vilas end tables East Lake table. Oak pressback office chair. Walnut balloon back chair. Victorian needlepoint gentleman’s armchair. Captain’s chair. Porch chair. 2 boudoir chairs. 2 tiered glass/bamboo tea wagon. Rattan storage trunk. Sm. mahogany lift-top storage box. Duncan Phyfe drum table w/ drawer. Pair ornate D-end tables. Oak side table. Victorian oval parlour table. Vintage walnut console table w/ drawer. Queen Anne desk. 2 school desks. 2 New William treadle sew machines. 3 wicker plant stands. Plaid sofa. White wicker to include 3 piece sofa/chair set, 3 matching chairs, wicker arm chairs & lounge chair. 2 Ma & Pa brown wicker chairs. Fancy wicker based parlour table. 5 piece walnut bedroom suite. Deep-well Victorian dresser w/ moustache pulls. Modern Queen size brass & iron bed c/w mattress. Antique wrought iron baby crib. 2 signed Cecilia Powell watercolours. 2 watercolours using cyprus bark pigment. Bobby Hall & Glen Hall Ltd. prints (signed by players & artist). Other prints. Few vintage wind-up & other tin toys. Life magazines. China c/ saucers. Nippon. Limoges. Royal Bayreuth. Collections of Occupied Japan, perfume, snuff bottles & Wedgewood Xmas plates. 3 carnival glass vases. Glass inkwell set. 2 biscuit jars. 4 piece vintage green ribbed glass canister set. 2 covered cheese dishes (Royal Rudolstadt & English). Sadler teapot. Royal Crown Derby & German c/saucers. French ivory dresser set. Water pitcher. Few Royalty pieces. Set of 1847 William Rogers flatware for 8 + extras. Sterling handled bread knife. Partial set of sterling flatware. Sterling serving spoons. Sterling/ivory handled flatware. Carved bone/ivory serving set (German). “The Dinkee” knife set. Beach glass. Antique beaded matchbox. Stand & table accent lamps. 2 bracket lamps. Sad irons. Dog door stops. Assort’t c1959-’95 shop manuals. RCA audio/disc system. Dehumidifier. Solid blue area & hooked rugs. Linens. Bedding. Everyday dishes. Pots & pans. Hand & garden tools. Gas push lawnmower. Homelite gas weed eater. Alum. step & extension ladders plus many other articles too numerous to mention…….. The MacDonald’s are Snowbirds & have sold their home. Their auction sale offers clean heirlooms & collectibles which have stood the test of time. A great opportunity for you to acquire them & incorporate them seamlessly into your interior design scheme. Dress warmly & bring a lawn chair. Please Note Payment. Terms: Cash or Cheque Only - Catering
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Major atom Mississippi Thunder Kings capture regional Silver Stick Championship The 2017-2018 major atom Mississippi Thunder Kings (MTK) won the Pembroke Regional Silver Stick Championship, held Nov. 10 to 12. The MTK team went 6-0 for the entire tournament, sporting a 3-0 record in round robin play with three consecutive shutouts. This was without a doubt a complete team effort from start to finish. Congratulations to the following players and team officials on an outstanding job this past weekend. The team is attending the Silver Stick finals on Jan. 19 to 21, 2018 in Forest, Ont. and would appreciate community support to cheer us on during the tournament. The team includes: Ryder Schut, Cameron Gray, Leon Vance, Quinton Tunks, Jai Bains, Henry Grabe, Seth Sikora, Connor Cogswell, Spencer Bowes, Isaac Halpenny, Grayson Greco, Brayden Desjardins, Cole McLelland, Submitted photo Nolan Shail, Jorian Hogan, Sheldon Leonard and Sam The 2017-2018 Major Atom Mississippi Thunder Kings hockey team claimed the Pembroke Regional Silver Stick Championship Nov. 12. The team had a perfect 6-0 record throughout Lepage. The coaching staff includes the tournament.
head coach Joe Schut; Tunks. assistant coaches Andy Submitted by the major Bowes, John Shail and atom Mississippi Thunder Ryan Leonard; goaltend- Kings ing coach Charlie McLelland; team trainer Jason Tunks; team manager Tina McLelland; assistant trainer Sheila Bains and www.participaction.com team treasurer Andrea
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Thanks to the Hospital’s Volunteer Services Committee that recently donated $3,000 to the “Put Yourself in the Picture” campaign. This dedicated group of men and women work tirelessly to support patient care at the AGH. They also run the Gift Shop in the main lobby and coordinate several other fundraisers throughout the year.
Local Tim Horton’s owner Brian Quarrington certainly knows how to put a smile on people’s faces. Brian “put himself, his hardworking staff and dedicated customers in the picture” this week with the proceeds from the September Smile Cookie campaign. totaling $4,257. Thank you to Brian, his staff, Tim Horton’s and all of the people who purchased Smile Cookies in support of the Hospital and Manor. Connected to Your Community - A/CP19 - Thursday, November 23, 2017
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The Pakenham and District Civitan Club recently held their monthly meeting at AGH and took time to see the new digital ultrasound machines, new digital x-ray suite and the new portable, digital x-ray machine. They also “put themselves in the picture” by donating $2,000 towards the diagnostic imaging campaign. To find out how you can “put yourself in the picture” in support of local health care close to home, please visit: www.almontehospitalfoundation.com
Festive Fashion Show in Carleton Place raises more than $1,000 The Catholic Women’s League at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church raised more than $1,600 during the Festive Fashion Show at the church hall on the afternoon of Sunday, Nov. 12. The $1,621.75 raised was broken down into $281.75 raised from the bake sale and $1,340 raised at the door. The money raised will help the league host the 2018 Catholic Women’s League Diocesan Convention in Kingston next May. Fashions were provided by the Real Wool Shop. The store also provided gift certificate door prizes.
Right, Karen Melville rocks the business casual look with a confident stride down the cat walk. Middle, bold colours meet basic black and high boots for Anika Buchholz of the Wool Shop during her star turn. Far right, a fashion show attendee reaches out to feel the fabric of the garments worn by model Frances Smith. Photos courtesy Mike Lalonde
Salvation Army Kettle Campaign launched locally Nov. 17 BY ASHLEY KULP
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The first dusting of snow is on the ground and the holiday season is upon us, which can only mean one thing – it’s time for the Salvation Army’s 2017 Christmas Kettle Campaign. The Mississippi-Rideau Lakes Corps of the Salvation Army launched the campaign for the communities of Carleton Place, Beckwith and Mississippi Mills Nov. 17. Two kickoffs were held; one at Mitchell’s Independent Grocer in Carleton Place and another at Patrice’s Independent Grocer in Almonte. Salvation Army representatives, volunteers and local dignitaries were on hand to ring the bells. “Due to the economic struggles in our area, the demand for our services has increased tremendously,” noted local kettle campaign co-ordinator Gary Strike. “We rely heavily on the support of our communities for this once a year fundraiser. Strike said that monies raised through the campaign provides more than 700 Christmas hampers to families within the Mississippi-Rideau Lakes corps, aids fire victims, provides emergency accommodations, hydro assistance, clothing, furniture, transportation and also sends 35 children to camp each year. Volunteers are being asked to
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The Mississippi-Rideau Lakes Corps of the Salvation Army launched its 2016 Christmas Kettle Campaign for Carleton Place, Beckwith and Mississippi Mills Nov. 17 at Mitchell’s Independent Grocer in Carleton Place and Patrice’s Independent Grocer in Almonte. Above, the launch at Mitchell’s. From left: Mississippi Mills volunteer Don Coady; Mitchell’s Independent Grocer owner Jeff Mitchell; kettle co-ordinator Gary Strike; Salvation Army Major Gary Reilly; Carleton Place Deputy Mayor Jerry Flynn; volunteer Cathie McOrmond; and Salvation Army Major Laurie Reilly. step up and fill two-hour shifts at local stores until Dec. 23. Kettles will be set up at Mitchell’s Independent Grocer, Walmart and the LCBO in Carleton Place, while people can donate in Almonte
at Patrice’s Independent Grocer. Those who would like to volunteer at the kettles can contact Gary Strike at 613-257-8120 or email garystrike@rogers.com. This is Strike’s second year serv-
ing as kettle co-ordinator following the retirement of longtime volunteer Melba Jarvis, who was at the post for eight years. The ever-popular municipal challenge part of the campaign
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is set to take place again this year as well. Having begun a few years ago, it has municipal politicians within the Mississippi-Rideau Lakes region, including Beckwith, Mississippi Mills and Carleton Place, are invited to log as many hours at the kettles as they can. Tallies will be kept throughout the campaign and on the final day, the municipality with the most hours will earn bragging rights and a trophy. On Saturday, Dec. 9, Carleton Place council members will be ringing the bells at the LCBO, while their Beckwith counterparts will be at Mitchell’s. Over in Almonte, Mississippi Mills council members will be on hand at Patrice’s. The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization established in 1882. The first kettle was used in 1903 in Toronto and today, Christmas kettles can be found in more than 2,000 locations across Canada to support the organization’s work. To donate to a community kettle online or host a kettle of your own, visit www.fillthekettle.com.
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Keep glorious choral music alive in the Valley by volunteering with festival The Ottawa Valley Music Festival (OVMF) has been making great music in the valley for 25 years. Now is the time to renew OVMF, building the board and volunteer base required to continue this tradition, another 25 years. OVMF’s recent choral concert of Mozart and Haydn was a stunning success — glorious music, in a beautiful church with a sellout and very appreciative audience. OVMF has put on almost 100 concerts and workshops since its inception, an amazing accomplishment. It is only through the hard work and commitment of the
board of directors and volunteers that this calibre of musical programming is possible. The current board has given their all and is ready to pass the torch. OVMF has a nucleus of people committed to building OVMF into the future. We have a solid financial footing and a good donor base. Mervin Fick, conductor extraordinaire, is committed to working with OVMF going forward. OVMF and the Renfrew Youth Children’s Choir will collaborate to support and expand youth musical programming. Cara Gilbertson-Boese, one of
The Ottawa Valley Music Festival is looking for help to ensure its continued success. If you are interested in serving on the board, volunteering or just known more, please contact Gordon Harrison at gordonkh@magma. ca or 613-256-1487. Submitted photo
the soloists in the recent MozartHaydn Gala Concert, summed it up, “All my best wishes to the visionaries and artists that have been part of the past 25 years. I truly hope that the torch is thrown to the next generation to help the Ottawa Valley Music Festival redefine, recreate, and renew yourselves as you grow into the next 25 years. Brava to everyone!” To continue, we need your help. If you are interested in serving on the board, volunteering, or just knowing more, please contact Gordon Harrison at gordonkh@magma.ca or 613-256-1487.
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Carleton Place High School’s Grade 9 students give back to community The Grade 9 students of Carleton Place High School (CPHS) are really making a difference! This past week, they participated in two separate events aimed at giving back to the community. These events were facilitated by their Grade 12 Link Crew leaders (a group of students who serve as mentors to their Grade 9 counterparts). On Thursday, Nov. 16, more than $300 was raised for the Gracie Fund, a nonprofit organization committed to spreading awareness and raising money to save abused or neglected dogs (and run by CPHS alumna Emma Bowers). Link leaders Sophie Nezan and Ben White organized our Pause for Paws event. Grade 9 students took some time from their studies, donated a toonie, and for that, got some ‘pet therapy’ time with more than 20 dogs. There were lots of
smiles, tails wagging and money raised for a great cause. In addition to that, the Grade 9s contributed to a competitive food drive all week long. Link Crew leader Sierra Strike was the project manager for this very successful event. The Grade 9s really came through in support of the Hunger Stop — Lanark County Food Bank — more than 500 items were donated. Special mention goes to Grade 9 student Cameron Bernique and his Link group, who donated the most food items and won the competition. To cap off this event on Friday, the winning group filled the back and trunk of an OPP cruiser. OPP Const. Greg Streng, along with Submitted photo Link Crew students Sierra Strike and Reese Curran, then made the The grade 9 students at Carleton Place High School recently participated in two separate fundraisers aimed at giving back to the community. They included a Pause for Paws event and competitive food drive for The delivery to the food bank. Submitted by CPHS Hunger Stop – Lanark County Food Bank. Above, students filled an OPP cruiser with more than 500 items
for the food bank. They are shown with OPP Sgt. Rob Croth, second from left, and Const. Greg Streng, far right.
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The meeting dates are as follows: Monday, November 27th, 2017
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OPP Community Wish Tree Program
The Township of Beckwith and the Lanark County OPP invite the community to support the annual OPP/ Community Wish Tree Program. Remove an Angel Card from the Wish Tree (located at the Township Office) and return it in a gift bag, with the Angel Card attached no later than Monday, December 4th, 2017. The Lanark County OPP will then pick up the gifts and deliver them to the Children’s Aid Society for distribution. Special thanks to those who have supported this program in the past to ensure every child in Lanark County has a Very Merry Christmas! Submitted photos
OPP Const. Paige Whiting, Const. Greg Streng, Diane Smithson, Shawna Stone, Mayor Shaun McLaughlin on Nov. 9, during the Lanark County Child and Family Services/OPP Angel Tree program drop off at the Municipality of Mississippi Mills’ municipal office in Almonte. Below, OPP Const. Greg Streng, Chelsea Dawes, Julie McKenna, OPP Const. Paige Whiting, Kyle McRae, Reeve Richard Kidd, Amanda Porteous are pictured around the angel tree in Beckwith Township.
Beckwith Township Christmas Craft Show
Saturday, November 25th, 2017 ~ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Beckwith Public School In The Gym, 1523 9th Line of Beckwith
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Over 40 Exhibitors • Lunch Counter & Café by Ashton United Church • Holiday Fun Pop-Up Photo Booth By Donation – Supporting Furry Tales Rescue • Scholastic Book Fair (library) • Cash/Food Donations Will Be Collected for the Lanark County Food Bank. More Info: 613-435-8929
The Corporation of the Township of Beckwith Employment Opportunity Beckwith Recreation Complex
A career with the Township of Beckwith offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in our community. The Township of Beckwith has an immediate opening for the following position at the Beckwith Recreation Complex.
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Job descriptions are available on the Township Website at www.twp.beckwith.on.ca under employment opportunities.
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If you are interested in joining our dedicated team, please forward your resume to the undersigned no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday December 1st, 2017: Cassandra McGregor, Clerk Administrator The Corporation of the Township of Beckwith 1702 9th Line Beckwith Carleton Place, ON K7C 3P2 Phone: 613-257-1539 Email: cmcgregor@twp.beckwith.on.ca All applications and inquires will be treated in confidence. We thank all applicants, however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for job selection purposes, only. Connected to Your Community - A/CP22 - Thursday, November 23, 2017
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STORES OPEN EARLY 6AM Due to local laws, some store hours may vary. See thebrick.com for details.
3 HOURS ONLY 6AM - 9AM
SAVE $1500
Millen Pillowtop Pocket Coil Queen Mattress Reg. 1989.97 MILLENQM
489
SAVE $300
55" 4K UHD Smart TV
43UJ6200
UN55MU62
BONUS
499
6AM-9AM ONLY GET A
$25
NOW ONLY
80" Benson Modern Sofa
$
BENSONSF/LV/CH/SB
75% OFF
+
699
$
BRICK GIFT CARD when you purchase one of these TVs.
After Discount
$
Cannot be used on 6-9am offers.
NOW ONLY
After Discount
SAVE $250 18-cu. ft. Full Size Stainless Steel Fridge MTE18GSK
BELOW COST!
Boxspring sold separately.
WHILE QUANTITIES LAST
SAVE $400
Kate Queen Bedroom Package
499
6AM - 9AM SPECIAL BUY!
5-Pc. includes headboard, footboard, rails, dresser, and mirror. KATEGQP5
399
Must be at the store before 6am to receive a promo card.
SAVE $400
6AM - 9AM QUEEN MATTRESS
After Discount
to use towards your furniture or mattress purchase of $999 or more. Excludes 6am - 9am offers.
43" 4K UHD Smart TV
$
LIMIT 1 PER HOUSEHOLD
BRICK PROMO CARD,
AVAILABLE IN-STORE ONLY
LINE UP EARLY TO GET LIMITED TIME BLACK FRIDAY OFFERS
6AM - 9AM NOW ONLY
After Discount
$100
THURSDAY NOV. 23, AT 9PM AT THEBRICK.COM Excludes 6am - 9am offers.
SAVE $400
299
LINE UP BEFORE 6AM TO GET A
SHOP ONLINE BLACK FRIDAY SALE STARTS
6AM - 9AM 5-PC. SPECIAL BUY!
$
High Efficiency Top Load Laundry Team INGLPKG4
699
6AM - 9AM NOW ONLY
$
After Discount LIMIT 1 PER HOUSEHOLD
After Discount LIMIT 1 PER HOUSEHOLD
DO NOT PAY FOR 7-PC. SHOWN
SAVE $200
$
PLUS
After Discount
Dual Action Agitator
2 YEARS ORTAKE 48 MONTHS WITH NO INTEREST*
TO PAY WITH NO INTEREST*
Taxes, administration fees, delivery fees, and other fees or charges are due at time of purchase. See below for details.
CYRVILLE RD. OTTAWA EAST 1960 OTTAWA WEST 613-746-8600
565 HUNT CLUB RD. W 613-225-8898
CAMPEAU DRIVE UNIT C KANATA 8231 613-576-0272
*Subject to credit approval with The Brick Visa Desjardins Card (Account). Minimum Purchase (excluding taxes) of $250 is required. Any Brick delivery charges, applicable taxes, Administration Fee (not applicable in Quebec) and other fees or charges that apply are required by The Brick to be paid at the time of the Purchase. Any fees or charges financed on your Account (including Administration Fee) will form part of your Purchase under these Promotional Offers and will not be required to be paid during the Promotional Period. Monthly payments may be rounded to next whole dollar. See your Cardholder Agreement for more information including the fees and charges that apply. The Brick Visa Desjardins Card: Do Not Pay For 2 Years: Administration Fee is $149.95 for a 24 month promotional period. No interest accrues and no payments are required towards the Purchase during the Promotional Period. If the balance of the Offer has not been paid in full by the Promotional Due Date, the Offer will end and will be automatically converted to a 12 month equal instalments financing plan if the converted balance is: less than $1000 by 12 equal monthly instalments; $1000 to less than $3000 by 24 equal monthly instalments; and $3000 or more by 36 equal monthly instalments. The Preferred Rate (24.9%) will then apply on any unpaid balance owing under the Offers at the time the Offer ended until it is paid in full. Take 48 Months To Pay (48 Equal Monthly Payments with No Interest): Offer Subject to Credit Approval with The Brick Visa Desjardins Card. The minimum payment for these Promotional Offers (the Offers) is based on a special repayment factor of 2.083% of the amount of the Purchase for a 48 month promotional period (the Promotional Period). An Account Statement will be provided monthly and cover a billing period (statement period) of 28-33 days. In Quebec, a 25 day grace period applies to the Balance, and outside Quebec, a 25-day grace period applies to any Purchase that appears on your statement for the first time. The balance may be paid at any time before the Promotional Period ends. ‡Product and service availability, pricing, selection and promotional offers may vary by location and may not be exactly as illustrated. We reserve the right to limit quantities by store and per purchase. To receive bonus offer or discount, complete package must be purchased and kept. +This offer cannot be combined with any other discount or free gift purchase, sale, or other promotion, unless otherwise specified. ∆ Excludes discounted, clearance, “Hot Buy” deals, iComfort, Tempur-Pedic, Zedbed, and Bedgear. ++An Electronic Recycling Surcharge will be added where applicable. ₪Receive an amount equal to the price of the extended warranty towards your next furniture or mattress purchase. For complete details visit www.thebrick.com or see in store. Offer effective November 24, 2017, unless otherwise indicated.
Connected to Your Community - A/CP23 - Thursday, November 23, 2017
UP TO
IN BLACK FRIDAY BONUS CREDITS WHEN YOU APPLY FOR THE GM CARD*
TERRAIN
ACADIA
CANYON
YUKON SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB KODIAK EDITION
2018 GMC TERRAIN SLE FWD
2017 GMC SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB KODIAK EDITION FINANCE TODAY FOR
0 84 %
PURCHASE FINANCING
FOR
PLUS GET UP TO
$
9,600
LEASE TODAY FOR
$
BLACK FRIDAY BONUS CREDITS (INCLUDES $1,000 GM CARD APPLICATION BONUS)
MONTHS
*
• REMOTE VEHICLE STARTER SYSTEM • REAR VISION CAMERA • REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER • 10-WAY POWER SEAT ADJUSTER
BI-WEEKLY
9
2017 GMC SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB KODIAK EDITION SHOWN
4G LTE Wi-Fi
N HTSA 5-St ar O ve rall Ve hic l e S c o re1
2018 GMC TERRAIN DENALI SHOWN
4G LTE Wi-Fi
2017 GMC ACADIA SLE-1 AWD
189 @ 0.5
LEASE TODAY FOR
$
BI-WEEKLY
2017 GMC ACADIA SLT-1 ALL TERRAIN SHOWN
4G LTE Wi-Fi
%
LEASE RATE
159 0.9
WITH $300 DOWN
FINANCE TODAY FOR
0
%
FOR UP TO
PURCHASE FINANCING
BLACK FRIDAY BONUS CREDITS
(INCLUDES $750 GM CARD APPLICATION BONUS)
• TRI-ZONE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL • KEYLESS OPEN AND START • ONSTAR® 4G LTE WITH BUILT-IN WI-FI® HOTSPOT2 + ONSTAR® BASIC PLAN3 FOR 5 YEARS
2017 GMC CANYON DENALI SHOWN
GMC PRO GRADE PROTECTION:
5-YEAR/160,000 KM POWERTR AIN LIMITED WARR ANT Y 8
COMPLIMENTARY 2-YEAR/ 48,000 KM LUBE-OIL-FILTER MAINTENANCE 7
LEASE RATE
48 $1,000 MONTHS
WITH $1,500 DOWN
BLACK FRIDAY BONUS CREDITS
(INCLUDES $500 GM CARD APPLICATION BONUS)
2017 GMC CANYON
48 $3,250 MONTHS*
PLUS GET UP TO
FOR
• STANDARD 9-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION • FOLD-FLAT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT • GMC INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM4 WITH 4 USB PORTS5
PLUS GET UP TO
FOR
%
@
4G LTE Wi-Fi
60 MONTHS
*
PLUS GET UP TO
$
3,000
BLACK FRIDAY BONUS CREDITS (INCLUDES $750 GM CARD APPLICATION BONUS)
• BEST IN CLASS6 HORSEPOWER WITH AVAILABLE 3.6L V6 ENGINE • REAR VISION CAMERA • TEEN DRIVER
AVAILABLE ONSTAR 4G LTE WITH BUILT-IN WI-FI ® HOTSPOT 2
*Offer valid for a limited time only. Customers can receive up to $1500 in total Black Friday incentives with the application of a GM Card. Total incentives consist of manufacturer-to-dealer credits (tax-exclusive) and the GM Card Application Bonus (tax-inclusive). GM Card Application Bonus applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank® GM® Visa* Card or current Scotiabank® GM® Visa* Cardholders. Credit value depends on model purchased. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Conditions and limitations apply. Void where prohibited. See Dealer for full program details. GM Canada reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. <GMC Black Friday> total value valid toward the retail purchase or lease of one eligible new 2017 or 2018 model year <GMC> delivered in Canada between November 1 – 30, 2017. Total Value consists of $500 manufacturer-to-dealer Black Friday Bonus (tax exclusive) delivery credit and 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 sive). GM Card Application Bonus credit value depends on model purchased: $500 GM Card Bonus on new 2018 Terrain, $750 GM Card Bonus on new 2017 Terrain, Canyon (excl 2SA), Acadia, Savana, $1000 GM Card Bonus on new 2017 & 2018 Yukon, Yukon XL, Sierra LD & HD. As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Company (GM Canada) to verify eligibility. $500 Black Friday Bonus is applied against eligible 2017 & 2018 MY vehicles purchased during the program period. 2017 & 2018MY vehicles not eligible for this offer are: exclusions outlined under GM Card Bonuses above, Spark, BOLT EV, all Cadillac models. This offer may not be redeemed for 2017 GMC CANYON DENALI SHOWN cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GM Canada dealer for details. GM Canada reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited. See dealer for details. GM Card Legal: Regular GM Card Application Bonus Offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank® GM® Visa* Card (GM Card) or current Scotiabank® GM® Visa* Cardholders. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2017 or 2018 model year (“MY”) GMC delivered in Canada between November 1st and 30th, 2017. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $500 credit available on: 2018 MY Terrain; $750 credit available on: GMC Acadia, Canyon (excluding 2SA model), 2017 MY Terrain; $1,000 credit available on: GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon and Yukon XL. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Company (GM Canada) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GM Canada dealer for details. GM Canada reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. Discontinued Models GM Card Application Bonus Offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank® GM® Visa* Card (GM Card) or current Scotiabank® GM® Visa* Cardholders and eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile or Chevrolet Cavalier, Cobalt, HHR, Avalanche, Aveo, Epica, Orlando, Optra, Tracker, Uplander, Venture, Astro, Blazer, Jimmy, Trailblazer, Monte Carlo or GMC Envoy, Safari or Buick Rendezvous, Terraza, Rainier that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2017 or 2018 model year (“MY) GMC delivered in Canada between November 1st and 30th, 2017. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $1,000 credit available on: GMC 2018 MY Terrain; $1,500 credit available on: GMC 2017 MY Terrain, Acadia, Canyon (except 2SA), Savana, Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon and Yukon XL. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Company (GM Canada) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GM Canada dealer for details. GM Canada reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. (Finance) Eligible 2017 GMC Sierra Double Cab Kodiak Edition Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles financed and from between November 1 to November 30, 2017. 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 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab Kodiak Edition. Suggested retail price is $35,270. $3,500 down payment or equivalent trade-in required. $35,270 financed at 0% nominal rate equals $378 per month for 84 months. Total Value consists of $7,350 manufacturer-to-dealer (tax exclusive) delivery credit, $500 OPD Credit, $500 manufacturer-to-dealer Black Friday Bonus (tax exclusive) and $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) Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $37,946. 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. (Finance) Eligible 2017 Canyon: Lease based on suggested retail price of $25,135, 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 a manufacturer-to-dealer $500 Black Friday Bonus (tax exclusive) towards the retail cash purchase, finance or lease for an eligible new 2017 GMC Canyon at participating dealers 0% interest rate purchase financing for up to 84 months on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $0 down payment is required. Total obligation is $18,654, 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 $17,381. 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 combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia (Lease) Eligible 2017 GMC Acadia SLE-1 AWD: Lease based on suggested retail price of $39,695, 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 a manufacturer-to-dealer $500 Black Friday Bonus (tax exclusive) towards the retail cash purchase, finance or lease for an eligible new 2017 GMC Acadia SLE-1 AWD at participating dealers. Bi-weekly payment is $189 for 48 months at 0.5% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $300 down payment is required. Total obligation is $19,949, 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 $17,112. 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 combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia.(Lease) Eligible 2018 GMC Terrain SLE FWD: Lease based on suggested retail price of $32,040, 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 a manufacturer-to-dealer $500 Black Friday Bonus (tax exclusive) towards the retail cash purchase, finance or lease for 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. $1,500 down payment is required. Total obligation is $18,076, 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 $13,799. 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 combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. 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 Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2017 Small Pickup segment and latest competitive information available at time of printing. Excludes other GM vehicles. 7 The 2-Year Scheduled LOF Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2017 MY Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicle (excluding Spark EV) with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the Oil Life Monitoring System and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 48,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. 8 Whichever comes first, fully transferable. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for complete details. 9 Services vary by model, conditions as well as geographical and technical restrictions. Unlock feature requires automatic locks. Remote start requires factory-installed and enabled remote start system.
Connected to Your Community - A/CP24 - Thursday, November 23, 2017