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Vol. 26, Issue 16, December 23, 2021

CHRISTMAS…….A TIME TO PAUSE

NOËL… L'OCCASION DE S'ARRÊTER UN MOMENT

C'est le temps des réjouissances!

‘Tis the season to be merry!

C'est curieux comme le concept de Funny, how the concept of merry has réjouissance a changé au fil des ans. changed over the years.

Maintenant, cette période n'est remplie de joie Now the season is merry only if we que si l'on achète des biens coûteux, pour soi ou purchase expensive hardware for ourselves pour les autres. En ce qui me concerne, je or others. Well I won't purchase an n'achèterai pas de voiture de luxe à Noël. Et j'ai annulé des expensive car this Christmas and we've eliminated a vacances dans les Caraïbes. Un masque incrusté de diamants Carib vacation. A rhinestone Covid mask is a fantaisie peut-être... Je ne crois pas! thought………not!

Non, je suis un peu « vieille mode ». La période de Noël No, I am old fashioned. Christmas time is a season en est une où l'on ravive notre foi, où l'on resserre nos liens of rejuvenation for faith, family and friends. It is a pause avec la famille et les amis. C'est un temps de pause dans un from a too fast, too impersonal world, an opportunity to monde aussi trépidant qu'impersonnel, un temps pour nous remember those we care for the most. rappeler ces personnes qui nous sont les plus chères.

Peut-être devrions-nous simplifier nos vies, nous en Perhaps we should simplify our lives, narrowing it down to care and attention to those few who mean the tenir à être aux petits soins pour ces quelques personnes qui comptent le plus pour nous, à les chérir. most to us. Ça peut sembler naïf, mais le meilleur Noël consiste It sounds naïve but the best Christmas may be to simply share this time of year with those we love. And peut-être tout simplement à partager ce temps de l'année avec nos êtres chers. Et à être heureux d'être en vie! be glad to be alive!

Joyeux Noël à tous et à toutes!

Merry Christmas to all!

Michael Levesque Mayor/maire Long Term Forecast Thursday High -8 Low -11 Friday High -3 Low -3 Saturday High -1 Low -13 Sunday High -12 Low -16 Monday High -10 Low -10 Tuesday High -9 Low -15

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Next publication of the Chapleau Express will be on January 6th, 2022

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CHAPLEAU EXPRESS, December 23, 2021- Page 2

Instructions for All Businesses/Workplaces in Public Health Sudbury & District Service Area The Ontario government announced on December 17, 2021 that the province is introducing a 50 per cent capacity limit to certain indoor venues with a usual capacity of 1000 or more. As a result, Regulation 364/20 under the Reopening Ontario Act has been updated so that effective December 18, 2021, at 12:01 a.m., the indoor areas of the following businesses or facilities that have a maximum occupant load of 1,000 or more persons, or a seating capacity of 1,000 or more persons, must limit the number of patrons indoors or, in the case of facilities used for sports and recreational fitness activities, in the indoor spectator areas to 50 per cent capacity: !

Meeting and event spaces, including conference centres or convention centres. !

Facilities used for sports and recreational fitness activities.

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Concert venues, theatres and cinemas.

Places where commercial film and television production takes place, where there is a studio audience. !

Museums, galleries, aquariums, zoos, science centres, landmarks, historic sites, botanical gardens and similar attractions. !

Casinos, bingo halls and other gaming establishments. !

Horse racing tracks, car racing tracks and other similar venues. !

Amusement parks and waterparks. !

Fairs, rural exhibitions, festivals and similar events.

Additionally, the Government of Ontario has strengthened Proof of Vaccination requirements removing exemptions for patrons under 18 years of age, and who are entering a facility used for sports and recreational fitness activities for the purpose of actively participating in an organized sport. This took effect on December 20, 2021, at 12:01 a.m. The Letter of Instruction that was initially issued on November 8th and updated most recently on December 17th by our local Medical Officer of Health, had already required these capacity limits and proof of vaccination requirements. As a result, businesses in Public Health's service area would already have had to be compliance with those new Provincial requirements under the Letter of Instruction. ! !

Please note that many of the provisions outlined within the Letter of Instruction are now redundant as were captured within the updated Regulation 364/20. We are in the process of crossreferencing both documents in order to determine if there remain outstanding requirements within the Letter of Instruction that are not currently captured provincially. We will share further updates as soon as possible.

In the meantime, Dr. Sutcliffe, Public Health Sudbury & Districts Medical Officer of Health has required in the updated Letter of Instruction that, effective December 20, 2021, that the following apply to concert venues, theatres and cinemas: !

Members of the public at an indoor or outdoor seated concert, event, performance or movie within the concert venue, theatre or cinema must be seated at all times, except: ! while entering the establishment and while moving to their seat, ! while exiting the establishment, ! while going to or returning from washroom, ! while lining up to do anything described in the previous three bullets, ! where necessary for the purposes of health and safety.

These instructions are legally enforced by Public health officials and by Provincial Offences Officers and failure to comply with these instructions throughout the Public Health Sudbury & District Service Area (including Sudbury and Manitoulin Districts) is an offence.

These protective measures will help reduce the spread of the virus, protect our communities, and preserve the capacity of our health system. For more information or if you have questions, please visit phsd.ca/COVID-19 or call Public Health Sudbury& Districts at 705.522.9200 (toll-free 1.866.522.9200).

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday from our family and staff at Pro North Electric.

CHAPLEAU EXPRESS, December 23, 2021- Page 3

Chapleau Moments by

Michael J. Morris When Good King Wenceslas looked out and saw the snow with the moon shining bright in about the year 1000, he could have been describing Chapleau weather on almost any Christmas Eve in its history.

Before I go any further with King Wenceslas and his Chapleau connection as revealed in the popular carol 'Good King Wenceslas', I have only recently discovered that he was not really a king, but the Duke of Bohemia, and he was looking out on the Feast of St Stephen, the day after Christmas. To me it doesn't really matter as the carol brings back fond memories and delivers a message that applies any time.

Some readers will recall that my mother Muriel E. (Hunt) Morris directed many concerts and musicals during the 32 years that she taught at Chapleau Public School. She was also the choir director at St. John's Anglican Church for years. Music was an important part of our home, and that's how I became acquainted with King

Good King Wenceslas

Reflections on those "living underneath the mountain" at Christmas time with Good King Wenceslas Wenceslas as a boy.

Mom would sing at home.

My grandfather, George Hunt, who could make a piano sound like a full orchestra, would also play it along with many other carols.

Grandpa had been the choirmaster at St, John's Church.

It became the carol that to me Dr G. applied most to Chapleau weather at Christmas time.

Looking outside before leaving for Christmas Eve service, "the snow lay round about, deep and crisp and even. Brightly shone the moon that night, though the frost was cruel..."

As we headed to St. John's, I would hum the carol and think to myself that all that needed to be added was the smoke going straight up into the skies, the temperature hovering at Fifty degrees below Fahrenheit and the music and wonderful display at Dr. G.E. Young's office building.

The lyrics were published in 1853 by the English hymn writer John Mason Neale.

Now, the carol addresses a subject that I never thought about much as a child growing up in Chapleau. I had my family, friends and a community where people cared about and helped each other in times of need.

Even though there were times when I missed my father James E Morris who was killed while on active service in the RCAF in World War II, I had my mother, my grandparents George and Edith Hunt and Harry and Lil Morris as well as my aunt and uncle, Elsie (Hunt) and B.W. 'Bubs" Zufelt and my cousins, and my aunt Marion (Morris) Kennedy.

But as the King walks with his page, "a poor man came in sight, Gathering winter fuel."

The page tells him that this man lives "underneath the mountain."

On Christmas Eve in Chapleau those many years ago, as we greeted people on the street who were going to or coming from their respective churches, I never really thought about those who may be homeless and without food--living underneath the mountain, so to speak.

The good King took immediate action telling his page to gather food and wine and pine

E. Young display logs that they would take to the peasant and see him dine, "through the rude wind's wild lament, And the bitter weather."

The page was ready to give up as the night grew darker and wind blew stronger, but the King encouraged him and they made it to their destination.

As I reflected on "Good King Wenceslas" it struck me that one of the most incredible moments when I lived in Chapleau was a telethon broadcast over Dr. Young's cable TV system in the early 1980s to raise funds for those in need.

Over $20,000 was raised during the show. I was co-hosting the telethon with other local "personalities" , sponsored by the Chapleau Rotary Club, and as the donations poured in, I became more and more amazed at the outpouring of support.

As many of you know, especially my former students at Chapleau High School and College of the Rockies, I loved metaphor and I have talked about the Good King Wenceslas connection to Chapleau.

At this Christmas time, I extend my very best wishes to my family and friends, and strangers too (until we met) who have shared moments of their lives with me during the past year. Thank you so much and Merry Christmas.

Peace be with you.

My thoughts turn to all the good people of Chapleau, past and present, and I leave all of you wherever you may be with the last words from 'Good King Wenceslas', "Therefore ... be sure, Wealth or rank possessing, Ye who now will bless the poor, Shall yourselves find blessing."

Merry Christmas! my email mikejmorris41@outlook.com

CHAPLEAU EXPRESS, December 23, 2021- Page 4

REPORT from OTTAWA Rapport d’Ottawa by/par

Carol Hughes Federal member of Parliament Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing

If perspective is everything, that must be true for the holiday season and what we can expect of it. For so many, expectations for Christmas have been shaped and reinforced by commercial interests that continually amplify a commoditydependent version of how we should behave.

Although we also hear how it is sentiment that truly matters, the consumer driven focus takes up most of the air in the room, which is a real shame. The result is a pressure driven agenda set by outside forces and the weight of expectations that aren't designed to celebrate the season but to commodify it. It's not so difficult to imagine how we arrived at this point, but a single event stands out as a clarifying moment.

People of a certain age will remember the Christmas season hullabaloo related to Cabbage Patch Kids in 1983. That stands out as a symbolic moment when consumerism may have permanently taken the lead in the battle for the meaning of Christmas. Cabbage Patch Kids were the first gift item to become a broadcast news

Christmas can be anything we want it to be sensation and many parents felt compelled to scour stores for that season's 'must have' gift. In the years that followed, the script from the toys was repeated enough times that we now hear about items described as, 'this year's must-have gift.'

The original Cabbage Patch phenomenon was based, in part, on scarcity, which we understand is a problem for all manner of goods this year due to shipping problems and global supply chains that have been stressed over the last 20 months. While we hear differing reports about availability and when shipping will return to full capacity, its clear that some desired items won't be available for this year.

If that is frustrating, it is also an opportunity to remember there are other ways to view the season. It is possible to consider it in a way that prioritizes elements of our lives we have more control over such as our relationships and ensuring those we care about understand how we feel. This can be considered as striving to embrace the meaning behind the idea that it's the thought that matters more than any gift.

Even with that intention in place, it's easy to lose sight of the simpler side of Christmas, but people have already been reassessing aspects of their lives given the way our circumstances changed. One of the pandemic's pleasant surprises was the resurgence of interest in slower-paced

activities like knitting, puzzles, or similar hobbies.

What took place as these activities grew in popularity was a retreat from the speed and flash of the modern world to a place of comfort where a slow activity brings about positive feelings at a gentler, and some would argue more appropriate, pace.

Perhaps it's time to apply some of that thinking to how we celebrate Christmas. And if you need more proof of how mindset can be allencompassing, consider snowfall. Think of the way the first snow of the year can bring about an excitement that tends to be lost altogether by the time late winter dumps arrive only to look like work. It's not the snow that changed, it's the mindset that turns those falling flakes from those being excitedly anticipated to those being deplored.

This year, apart from any consumer challenges we are facing there are also considerations for gathering. Whether or not to get together in larger family settings is still something people are coming to terms with. For some, a family Christmas is the biggest hope this year. My family is no different and if public health recommendations permit, we hope to have a somewhat 'normal' family gathering.

With those hopes in mind I wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Un Noël qui revêt la signification qu'on lui donne Si tout est une question de perspective, comme on dit, il doit en être de même pour le temps des Fêtes et les attentes qui l'entourent. Pour beaucoup d'entre nous, nos attentes à l'égard de Noël ont été façonnées et nourries par des intérêts commerciaux qui ne cessent de promouvoir une certaine façon consumériste de faire les choses. Si l'on entend parfois que c'est le sentiment qui compte, la consommation prend souvent toute la place, ce qui est vraiment regrettable. En conséquence, nous nous retrouvons généralement avec un programme chargé, façonné par les pressions extérieures et le poids des attentes qui, plutôt que de nous amener à célébrer les Fêtes, ne font que les mercantiliser. Nous pouvons facilement nous imaginer comment nous en sommes arrivés là, mais un événement en particulier témoigne du tournant qui s'est opéré.

Les gens d'un certain âge se souviendront de la frénésie qu'avaient suscitée les poupées Bout d'chou à l'approche de Noël, en 1983. Ce moment symbolique est peut-être celui où le consumérisme a définitivement fait main basse sur la signification de Noël. Les poupées Bout d'chou ont été le premier cadeau à faire la une des bulletins de nouvelles, et de nombreux parents se sont sentis obligés de faire la tournée des magasins en quête du jouet vedette.

Dans les années qui ont suivi, le même scénario s'est répété assez souvent pour qu'aujourd'hui,

certains articles soient décrits comme « le cadeau incontournable de l'année ». À l'origine, le phénomène des poupées Bout d'chou tenait en partie à leur rareté, un problème qui, semble-t-il, touche toutes sortes de produits cette année en raison des problèmes d'expédition et des chaînes d'approvisionn ement mondiales qui ont été mises à rude épreuve au cours des 20 derniers mois.

Alors que les avis divergent quant à la disponibilité des produits et au moment où le transport maritime retrouvera son rythme normal, il ne fait aucun doute que certains articles convoités

seront introuvables cette année.

Si cette situation est frustrante, elle nous rappelle aussi qu'il existe d'autres façons d'envisager cette période de l'année. On peut l'aborder en accordant la priorité aux aspects de Suite P.11

CHAPLEAU EXPRESS, December 23, 2021- Page 5

DESTINATAIRES : Entreprises et organismes (lieux de travail) sur le territoire de Santé publique Sudbury et districts Le 17 décembre 2021, le gouvernement de l'Ontario a annoncé qu'il limitait à 50 % la capacité d'accueil de certains lieux intérieurs pouvant normalement accueillir 1000 personnes ou plus. Par conséquent, le Règlement 364/20 de la Loi sur la réouverture de l'Ontario a été mis à jour pour qu'en date du 18 décembre 2021, à minuit une, les responsables d'entreprises et d'installations pouvant accueillir 1000 personnes ou plus, assises ou non, limitent, dans les parties intérieures, le nombre de clients ou de spectateurs, dans le cas des installations destinées aux sports et aux activités de conditionnement physique récréatives, à 50 % de la capacité d'accueil : !

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Salles de concert, théâtres et cinémas !

Lieux où se déroulent des productions cinématographiques et télévisuelles à des fins commerciales, s'il y a un public de studio !

Musées, galeries, aquariums, zoos, centres des sciences, points d'intérêt, sites historiques, jardins botaniques et attractions semblables !

Casinos, salles de bingo et autres établissements de jeux !

Hippodromes, autodromes et autres lieux semblables !

Parcs d'attractions et parcs aquatiques !

Foires, expositions rurales, festivals et autres événements semblables De plus, le gouvernement de l'Ontario a renforcé l'exigence de fournir une preuve de vaccination en éliminant les exemptions pour les clients de moins de 18 ans et les personnes qui entrent dans une installation destinée aux sports et aux activités de conditionnement physique récréatives dans le but de participer activement à une activité sportive organisée. Cette mesure entre en vigueur le 20 décembre 2021, à minuit une. La 'lettre dinstructions que notremédecin-

hygiéniste a publiée pour la première fois le 8 novembre et mise à jour le 17 décembre exigeait déjà ces limites de capacité d'accueil et cette obligation de fournir une preuve de vaccination.

Par conséquent, les entreprises du territoire de Santé publique devraient déjà être conformes aux nouvelles exigences provinciales.

Sachez que bon nombre des dispositions décrites dans la lettre d'instructions sont maintenant redondantes, car elles figurent dans la version à jour du Règlement 364/20. Nous sommes à vérifier la concordance entre les deux documents afin d'établir si d'autres exigences énoncées dans la lettre ne sont pas prises en compte dans les exigences de la province. Nous fournirons d'autres mises à jour dès que possible.

Entre-temps, la Dre Sutcliffe, médecinhygiéniste de Sudbury et districts a exigé dans la version à jour de sa 'lettre d’instructions qu'en date du 20 décembre 2021, les mesures qui suivent soient applicables aux salles de concert, aux théâtres et aux cinémas : !· Les membres du public se trouvant à un concert, une manifestation, une représentation ou une projection de film qui a lieu à l'extérieur et où les gens sont assis dans la salle de concert, le théâtre ou le cinéma doivent être assis en tout temps, sauf : ! pendant qu'ils entrent dans l'établissement et se dirigent vers leur siège, ! pendant qu'ils sortent de l'établissement, ! pendant qu'ils vont aux toilettes et en reviennent, ! pendant qu'ils attendent de faire ce qui précède, ! lorsque la santé et la sécurité l'exigent.

Les fonctionnaires de la santé publique et les agents des infractions provinciales appliquent les instructions énoncées précédemment et tout défaut de s'y conformer sur le territoire de Santé publique Sudbury et districts (incluant les districts de Sudbury et de Manitoulin) constitue une infraction.

Ces mesures de protection permettront de réduire la propagation du virus, de protéger nos communautés et de préserver les capacités de notre système de santé. S'il vous faut d'autres informations ou si vous avez des questions, consultez phsd.ca/laCOVID-19 ou appelez Santé publique Sudbury et districts au 705.522.9200 (1.866.522.9200, sans frais).

CHAPLEAU EXPRESS, December 23, 2021- Page 6

How to stay healthy over the holidays

It can be challenging to make healthy choices over the holiday season given that so many celebrations and gatherings revolve around food.

Here are five tips to help you eat moderately and stay healthy over the holidays.

1. Load your plate with veggies Pile vegetables, fruits and green salads onto your plate. These foods are low in calories, high in fibre and will keep you satiated. Don't worry, you don't have to forgo the turkey or any of the side dishes; just be mindful of your portion sizes.

2. Eat slowly It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to register fullness once you start eating. Therefore, to avoid overindulging, try to wait five or 10 minutes before refilling your plate. By doing so, you may realize you're already full.

3. Watch what you drink Both non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks can add additional calories, sodium and sugar to your holiday meal. Consequently, try having a glass of water or seltzer in between the e g g n o g , cocktails and hot chocolate.

4. Be active

Staying active can help make up for eating more than usual over the holidays. It can also help reduce stress and improve your sleep. One good way to keep moving is to encourage your friends and family members to go for a walk after your meal. Partaking in winter sports, such as skiing and snowshoeing, is also a great way to refresh your mind and body.

5. Take care of yourself To stay healthy over the holidays, remember to regularly wash your hands, cough into your elbow and stay at home if you feel sick. Don't overextend yourself and give yourself enough time to rest in between parties.

Happy holidays!

2021 CHAPLEAU EXPRESS CHAPLEAU EXPRESS 25th Annual Christmas Greetings and Song Book 25ième Livre de Chants de Noël et de souhaits

Merry Christmas Joyeux Noël

A2 So this is Christmas A l'occasion de la saison des Fê tes, les ainé s et les retraité s francophones de Chapleau souhaitent qu'un Esprit de sé ré nité , de joie, de partage et Paix divine vous accompagnent!

Joyeux Noë l!

So this is Christmas, And what have you done Another year over, A new one just begun And so this is Christmas, I hope you have fun The near and the dear ones, The old and the young A very merry Christmas, And a happy new year Let's hope it's a good one, Without any fear And so this is Christmas (war is over...)

For weak and for strong (...if you want it) The rich and the poor ones The road is so long

C Club Maria Chapdelaine de Chapleau

And so happy Christmas, For black and for white For the yellow and red ones, Let's all stop the fight (2x)

Wishing you a joyous Holiday Season and a New Year of peace and happiness!

A very merry Christmas, And a happy new year Lets hope it's a good one, Without any fear So this is Christmas, And what have you done War is over - if you want it, War is over - if you want it War is over - if you want it War is over - if you want it

Sainte nuit Douce nuit, sainte nuit !

Dans les cieux ! L'astre luit.

Le mystère annoncé s'accomplit Cet enfant sur la paille endormi, C'est l'amour infini !

Saint enfant, doux agneau !

Qu'il est grand ! Qu'il est beau !

Entendez résonner les pipeaux

Des bergers conduisant leurs troupeaux Vers son humble berceau !

C'est vers nous qu'il accourt, En un don sans retour !

De ce monde ignorant de l'amour, Où commence aujourd'hui son séjour, Qu'il soit Roi pour toujours !

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Dans sa crèche il grelotte de froid O pécheur, sans attendre la croix, Jésus souffre pour toi Paix à tous ! Gloire au ciel !

Gloire au sein maternel, Qui pour nous, en ce jour de Noël, Enfanta le Sauveur éternel, Qu'attendait Israël !

Quel accueil pour un Roi !

Point d'abri, point de toit !

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS JOYEUSES FÊTES

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From the Staff of the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry

A3

Que la magie de Noël Vous apporte joie et gaieté Dans vos foyers.

Qu’elle soit le prélude D’une nouvelle année Emplie de bonheur, de paix Et de sérénité pour vous Et ceux qui vous sont proches.

WISHING YOU & YOUR FAMILY A HAPPY, HEALTHY HOLIDAY SEASON Your friends at Chapleau Auto Parts

Joyeux Noël Bonne Année!

Claude, Ron, Karen, Nancy, George & Lorry "Season's Greetings from Kerry Funeral Home Ltd."

Mon beau sapin Mon beau sapin Mon beau sapin, roi des forêts Que j'aime ta verdure !

Quand par l'hiver, bois et guérets Sont dépouillés de leurs attraits Mon beau sapin, roi des forêts Tu gardes ta parure.

The Management & Staff of

TRUE NORTH TIMBER

Toi que Noël planta chez nous Au saint anniversaire, Mon beau sapin, comme il est doux De te voir briller par nous, {variante: Mon beau sapin, comme ils sont doux et tes bonbons et tes joujoux} Toi que Noël planta chez nous Scintillant de lumière.

Mon beau sapin tes verts sommets Et leur fidèle ombrage De la foi qui ne ment jamais De la constance et de la paix.

Mon beau sapin tes verts sommets M'offrent la douce image.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year From the

Would like to wish you all a wonderful HOLIDAY SEASON filled with joy, warmth & good cheer as well as a safe, healthy and HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022

A4

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus Underneath the mistletoe last night.

She didn't see me creep Down the stairs to have a peep; She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom fast asleep.

Underneath his beard so snowy white; Oh, what a laugh it would have been If Daddy had only seen Mommy kissing Santa Claus last night.

Then, I saw Mommy tickle Santa Claus

I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus Underneath the mistletoe last night.

She didn't see me creep Down the stairs to have a peep;

She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom fast asleep.

Then, I saw Mommy tickle Santa Claus Underneath his beard so snowy white; Oh, what a laugh it would have been If Daddy had only seen Mommy kissing Santa Claus last night.

Silent Night

Il est né, le divin Enfant!

Il est né le divin enfant, Jouez hautbois, résonnez musettes !

Il est né le divin enfant, Chantons tous son avènement !

Depuis plus de quatre mille ans, Nous le promettaient les prophètes Depuis plus de quatre mille ans, Nous attendions cet heureux temps.

Ah ! Qu'il est beau, qu'il est charmant !

Ah ! que ses grâces sont parfaites !

Ah ! Qu'il est beau, qu'il est charmant !

Qu'il est doux ce divin enfant !

Une étable est son logement Pour un dieu quel abaissement !

Partez, grands rois de l'Orient !

Venez vous unir à nos fêtes Partez, grands rois de l'Orient !

Venez adorer cet enfant !

Il veut nos cœurs, il les attend : Il est là pour faire leur conquête Il veut nos cœurs, il les attend : Donnons-les lui donc promptement !

O Jésus ! O Roi tout-puissant Tout petit enfant que vous êtes, O Jésus ! O Roi tout-puissant, Régnez sur nous entièrement !

Une étable est son logement Un peu de paille est sa couchette,

Seasons Greetings Merry Christmas

to all employees, Contractors, suppliers and the community of Chapleau

Joyeux Noël et Bonne Année

Silent night!

Holy night!

All is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child, Holy infant so tender and mild, sleep in Heavenly peace! sleep in Heavenly peace!

Silent night! Holy night!

Shepherds quake at the sight; glories stream from Heaven afar, Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia, Christ, the Saviour, is born!

Christ, the Saviour, is born!

Silent night! Holy night!

Son of God, Love's pure light radiant beams from Thy Holy face, with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord at Thy birth, Jesus, Lord at Thy birth.

Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2022 to our friends and customers.

We thank you for your business and look forward to next year.

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A5

Holly Jolly Christmas Oh, ho, the mistletoe hung where you can see; Somebody waits for you; Kiss her once for me.

Have a holly jolly Christmas, and in case you didn't hear, Oh by golly, have a holly, jolly Christmas this year.

Have a holly, jolly Christmas; It's the best time of the year I don't know if there'll be snow, but have a cup of cheer.

Have a holly, jolly Christmas; And when you walk down the street Say Hello to friends you know and everyone you meet.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

We Wish you a Merry Christmas We wish you a Merry Christmas, We wish you a Merry Christmas, We wish you a Merry Christmas, And a Happy New Year.

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We all know that Santa's coming, We all know that Santa's coming, We all know that Santa's coming, And soon will be here.

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JINGLE BELL ROCK Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time Dancing and prancing in Jingle Bell Square...In the frosty air.

What a bright time, it's the right time To rock the night away Jingle bell time is a swell time To go gliding in a one-horse sleigh

Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet Jingle around the clock Mix and a-mingle in the jingling feet That's the jingle bell, That's the jingle bell, That's the jingle bell rock.

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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Up On the Housetop Up on the housetop reindeer pause, Out jumps good old Santa Claus.

Down thru' the chimney with lots of toys, All for the little ones, Christmas joys.

Ho, ho, ho!

Who wouldn't go!

Ho, ho, ho!

Who wouldn't go!

Up on the housetop, click, click, click, Down thru' the chimney with good Saint Nick.

First comes the stocking of little Nell, Oh, dear Santa fill it well; Give her a dolly that laughs and cries One that will open and shut her eyes.

Ho, ho, ho!

Who wouldn't go!

Ho, ho, ho!

Who wouldn't go!

Up on the housetop, click, click, click, Down thru' the chimney with good Saint Nick.

Next comes the stocking of little Will, Oh just see what a glorious fill Here is a hammer and lots of tacks, Also a ball and a whip that cracks.

Ho, ho, ho!

Who wouldn't go!

Ho, ho, ho!

Who wouldn't go!

Up on the housetop, click, click, click, Down thru' the chimney with good Saint Nick.

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The open-air holiday cinema

By Johannie Dufour and Sarah Beauregard Translated by Katya Teague It was outdoor movie night on Snow Island, and the city was screening the premiere of The Distracted Santa Claus, a new animated film by a world-renowned local director.

Families unfolded their camp chairs and gathered around heated lamps that were set up on the soccer field to keep everybody warm. With their chairs lined up, twins Orion and Capella wrapped themselves in the large blankets handed to them by their parents.

“Dad, can we please have some popcorn?” the little girl asked.

“And some hot chocolate?” her brother added.

“Good idea, kids. I'll go get us some. Do you want anything, Audrey?” Patrick asked, turning to his wife.

“A coffee, please.”

“Hurry up, Dad, or you'll miss the beginning,” Orion called out as his father headed toward the concession stand.

There was no need to worry, though.

Patrick returned with their snacks long before the movie started. In fact, the screen still hadn't turned on by the time the kids finished their popcorn.

“I wonder what's taking so long,” Audrey said.

“Yes, this is odd,” Patrick said. “And people are starting to get impatient.”

“We could go see the technician and find out what's going on,” Capella suggested.

“Yes, his hut is nearby,” Orion added. “I can see it from here.”

“Alright, but go straight there and don't take any detours on the way back,” their mother instructed.

When they arrived at the hut, the two children knocked on the door, but there was no answer. Since the door was unlocked, they opened it. To their surprise, they saw David, the technician, snoring away in his chair instead of operating the projector.

The twins called out his name and shook him, first gently then more vigorously, but nothing worked. David was still asleep.

“He's so tired that it's impossible to wake him up,” Capella exclaimed. “But how else can we get the movie started?”

“Follow me,” her brother replied.

With his sister right on his heels, Orion headed toward the nearest family. He quickly explained that the technician was sound asleep in his chair.

“Poor David,” said the mother with a sigh. “I don't know how he gets any rest taking care of four children under the age of 10 all by himself.”

“I'm pretty good with electronics,” chimed in the girl beside her. “Go back to your seats, I'll take care of everything.”

“Thank you,” the twins replied in unison.

As the crowd began to grumble more and more, Orion and Capella returned to their seats

and recounted the story to their parents.

“Let's hope this teenager knows what she's doing,” Patrick said.

At that moment, the screen finally lit up and the opening credits appeared. The audience burst into thunderous applause.

“It looks like it,” Capella enthused.

“Well done, kids,» Audrey said.

The much-anticipated film, both funny and heartwarming, was a hit. Thanks to the twins and their invaluable ally, the outdoor movie night was a success — despite a bit of a sleepy start!

As for David, who woke up just in time to see the final scene, he went home feeling more rested than he had in years.

THE END

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Le petit renne au nez rouge Quand la neige recouvre la verte Finlande, Et que les rennes traversent la lande, Le vent dans la nuit Au troupeau parle encore de lui.

On l'appelait Nez rouge ;Ah comme il était mignon, Le p'tit renne au nez rouge, Rouge comme un lumignon.

Son p'tit nez faisait rire; Chacun s'en moquait beaucoup, On allait jusqu'à dire Qu'il aimait boire un p'tit coup.

Une fée qui l'entendit Pleurer dans le noir Pour le consoler lui dit Viens au paradis ce soir.

Comme un ange Nez rouge, Tu conduiras dans le ciel Avec ton p'tit nez rouge Le charriot du père Noël.

Quand ses frères le virent d'allure si leste Suivre très digne les routes célestes.

Devant ses ébats, plus d'un renne resta baba.

On l'appelait Nez rouge Ah comme il était mignon, Le p'tit renne au nez rouge, Rouge comme un lumignon.

Maintenant qu'il entraîne Son char à travers les cieux, C'est lui le roi des rennes Et son nez fait des envieux.

Vous fillettes et garçons Pour la grande nuit, Si vous savez vos leçons Dès que sonnera minuit.

Ce petit point qui bouge Ainsi qu'une étoile au ciel, C'est le nez de Nez rouge Annonçant le père Noël.

A9 Jolly Old Saint Nicolas Jolly old Saint Nicholas, lean your ear this way!

Don't you tell a single soul what I'm going to say: Christmas Eve is coming soon; now, you dear old man Whisper what you'll bring to me; tell me if you can.

When the clock is striking twelve, when I'm fast asleep Down the chimney, broad and black, with your pack you'll creep All the stockings you will find hanging in a row Mine will be the shortest one, you'll be sure to know

Joyeux Noël

Bobby wants a pair of skates, Suzy wants a sled Nellie wants a picture book, yellow, blue, and red Now I think I'll leave to you what to give the rest Choose for me, dear Santa Claus; you will know the best.

It's the most wonderful time of the year It's the most wonderful time of the year.

With the kids jingle belling, and everyone telling you, "Be of good cheer," It's the most wonderful time of the year.

There'll be parties for hosting, marshmallows for toasting and caroling out in the snow.

there'll be scary ghost stories and tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago.

It's the most wonderful time of the year.

There'll be much mistletoeing and hearts will be glowing, when loved ones are near.

It's the most wonderful time of the year.

Have a Merry Christmas &

a Safe & Prosperous New Year From the Employees at Canadian Pacific

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The community Christmas gift giveaway

By Johannie Dufour and Sarah Beauregard Translated by Katya Teague Beautifully decorated for the Christmas gift giveaway, the Snow Island community hall buzzed with energy and trilled with cheerful voices.

Throughout the room, ecstatic children played with presents just received — building blocks, storybooks, musical instruments, board games and more. As for the adults, they happily chatted among themselves while watching their little ones.

Eight-year-old Orion was closely watching the action unfold as he waited his turn to receive a gift.

That's when he overheard a disturbing conversation between Santa's helpers.

“There are only 32 gifts left,” the Star Fairy said to Peppy the Elf. “But according to the list, there are 33 children left who haven't been called.”

“How is that possible?” Peppy exclaimed. “I checked everything myself yesterday. Three times!”

“We must have lost one this morning on the way over from the garage at city hall,” the Star Fairy deduced.

Orion couldn't believe his ears.

“Did you hear that, Capella?” he asked his twin sister.

“What?”

“Someone's not getting a present,” the boy explained.

“Oh no,” Capella replied. “We have to do something!”

Without a moment's hesitation, the siblings offered to retrace the route between the two buildings in search of the missing gift. With obvious relief, the fairy and elf accepted, but they urged the children to be quick.

Orion and Capella made a beeline for their parents. As they put on their hats and boots, they hurriedly explained the situation. Audrey and Patrick grabbed their coats and followed the kids out of the hall, ready to help on the important quest.

“Hurry up,” Capella urged as they headed outside. “We have to get back before Santa finishes handing out the last of the presents.”

“But if we go too fast, we might miss a clue,” Orion countered.

“You're right, champ. We need to be quick but attentive,” Patrick said.

Halfway to the city hall garage, Orion raised a hand to signal his family to stop.

“That's strange,” he said. “Do you hear that?

It sounds like bells.”

“It's coming from over there,” Capella exclaimed, immediately running toward the mysterious sound. “Look, there it is!”

The girl jumped up and down with excitement as her family ran to join her. “Don't you see it?”

Hanging by its ribbon from a tree branch, the missing gift jingled as it swung gently in the breeze.

“You two make excellent detectives,” Audrey said with a smile as she reached up to retrieve the

Joyeux Noël Merry Christmas From the Board of Directors and Staff at

package. “ N o w, l e t ' s hurry back before it's too late.”

When the family returned to the community hall, they were out of breath but proud to have accomplished their mission. The twins bundled the present in one of their coats so they could discreetly return it to the pile of gifts — there were only three left!

“Phew! Just in time,” Peppy murmured.

“You saved the day,” the Star Fairy exclaimed.

Once all the gifts were handed out, the children of Snow Island prepared to head home — including one little boy who didn't know that his new tambourine had almost been a gift for the squirrels instead of him.

Smiling from ear to ear, Orion and Capella wished everyone a happy holiday before rejoining their parents.

THE END

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas Have yourself a merry little Christmas, Let your heart be light From now on, Our troubles will be out of sight Have yourself a merry little Christmas, Make the Yule-tide gay, From now on, Our troubles will be miles away.

Here we are as in olden days, Happy golden days of yore.

Faithful friends who are dear to us Gather near to us once more.

The office will be closed from December 23, 2021 to January 3, 2022

Le bureau sera fermé du 23 décembre, 2021 au 4 janvier, 2022

Through the years we all will be together If the Fates allow Hang a shining star upon the highest bough.

And have yourself a merry little Christmas now

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Dans cette étable Que Jésus est charmant Il est aimable Dans son abaissement Que d'attraits à la fois Non, les palais des Rois N'ont rien d'incomparables Aux beautés que je vois Dans cette étable.

DANS CETTE ÉTABLE Que sa puissance Paraît bien en ce jour Malgré l'enfance De ce Dieu plein d'amour L'escalve racheté Et tout l'enfer dompté Font voir qu'à sa naissance Rien n'est si redouté Que sa puissance.

Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

À l’occasion du temps des Fêtes, nos pensées se tournent avec reconnaissance vers ceux et celles qui rendent possible notre succès.

Joyeux Noël et Bonne Année!

You better watch out You better not cry Better not pout I'm telling you why Santa Claus is coming to town

Le personnel de l'École Sacré-Cœur Noëlla Arseneault Marlyne Fortin France Houle Julie Leduc Guylaine Papineau

Karyna Ayotte Nicole Fortin Claudia Jaworski Mireille Lelièvre Rachel Pressé

Marcel Bouchard Tamara Grondin Mireille Larocque Lucette Mainville Nicolas Morin

Melissa Caron Julie Robitaille Joël Langelier Amy McAdam Lucienne B. Turcotte

et le personnel de l'École secondaire catholique Trillium Nancy Allaire Yves Boucher Marc Beaulieu Viviane Jacques Jacques Tremblay

Édith Bergeron Lynne Laurin-Fortin Pamela Morin Nancy Rodrigue Renée Weber Charla Boucher

During the Holiday Season more than ever, Our thoughts turn gratefully to those Who have made our progress possible And in this spirit we say, simply but sincerely Thank you and we wish you and your families A wonderful holiday season and a healthy peaceful New Year!

En cette occasion spéciale du temps des fêtes, Maison Boreal Home Inc. vous remercie de votre confiance et de votre appui, et vous souhaite les voeux les plus sincères.

Que ce Noël soit rempli de santé et de paix Pour vous et vos familles.

Merci Chapleau pour votre appui.

Thank you, Chapleau, for your support.

Julian Boucher Christine Cyr Stéphane Picard Dominique Thibeault Matthew Wiecha Carole Vallières

Heureux mystère Jésus souffrant pour nous D'un Dieu sévère Apaise le courroux Pour sauver le pêcheur Il naît dans la douleur Et sa bonté de père Eclipse sa grandeur Heureux mystère !

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Happy Holidays

He's making a list, And checking it twice; Gonna find out Who's naughty and nice.

Santa Claus is coming to town He sees you when you're sleeping He knows when you're awake He knows if you've been bad or good So be good for goodness sake!

O! You better watch out!

You better not cry.

Better not pout, I'm telling you why.

Santa Claus is coming to town.

Santa Claus is coming to town.

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CANTON DE CHAPLEAU TOWNSHIP OF CHAPLEAU Mayor Michael Levesque, Councillors Gerard Bernier, Lisi Bernier, Nicolle Schuurman

As the excitement of another Christmas mounts and the spirit of joy and wonderment reaches into the hearts of everyone, we send our heartiest greetings, with sincere thanks for the privilege of serving you.

À mesure que l'émoi d'un autre Noël augmente et que l'esprit de joie et d'émerveillement touche le coeur de tous, nous exprimons nos voeux les plus chaleureux et nos sincères remerciements pour le privilège de vous servir.

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New Year's Eve traditions from around the world

People across the country bring in the new year in a variety of ways, from enjoying lavish, multi-course meals to watching the Times Square ball drop on TV and popping champagne at the stroke of midnight. Here's a look at how people in other countries observe New Year's Eve. Brazil You won't see extravagant costumes at this Brazilian celebration. Instead, people wear white to symbolize peace and prosperity for the year ahead.

Denmark Just before midnight, it's tradition for Danes to

stand on chairs. This is so they can jump off when the clock strikes 12 to symbolize leaping into the new year.

Estonia Since seven is a lucky number, Estonians make sure to eat seven meals on New Year's Eve. This is said to provide the strength of seven men for the year to come.

Japan Across the country, bells are rung at Buddhist temples 108 times before midnight. This number symbolizes worldly desires, and the practice is intended to chase them away.

Philippines Among Filipinos, circles are said to bring luck. In addition to wearing polka dot patterns, it's tradition to eat 12 round fruits — one for each month — to attract good fortune.

South Korea In seaside towns across the country, people gather on the beach to watch the first sunrise of the year. It's said that if you make a wish at sunrise, it'll come true.

Spain In Spain, people ring in the new year by eating 12 grapes, one at each stroke of midnight. Doing so

brings good luck and prosperity for the 365 days to come.

Turkey Fruit also makes an appearance at Turkish celebrations, where pomegranates are smashed on the ground in front of homes to welcome the new year.

Cheers to a happy and healthy year!

Have a Happy and Safe Holiday Season

CHAPLEAU EXPRESS, December 23, 2021- Page 8 sharing agreement with all provinces. So once again, the hopes of Ontario working families were raised. One by one, each province was able to negotiate an agreement with Ottawa to set up a $10 per day child care deal. Every province, that is, except Ontario. So now we are the lone province that has failed to sign on the dotted line.

My NDP colleagues and I hear from families who cannot afford Ontario's crushing child care fees every day. And while all other Well, the sun will soon be setting on 2021. provinces are about to get massive relief — or Many readers would agree that this year was akin rebates — Ontario's parents are facing hikes. to a rollercoaster ride for Ontarians with plenty of Child care fees are already staggering, and thrilling climbs, breakneck falls and twists and mortgage-level prices are simply untenable for turns galore. Some days the roller coaster many families, especially as the cost of penetrated dark tunnels of hopelessness; other everything else continuously goes up.

Why is this happening? It is happening days, bright rays of light shone down upon us.

And sometimes, time just seemed to drag on like because Doug Ford is deliberately dragging his a monotonous motor trip across the great prairies feet, knowing well that he is prolonging the with endless, flat highways without curves or hardship for Ontario families. It seems like this is just a political game to Ford. mounds. But we just had to keep on going.

Recently news reporters asked Premier For the generations who follow us, 2020 Ford why he has failed to strike a deal, like all will no doubt be a page-turner in the history books. It'll be one of those chapters that our nine other provinces. He responded that he grandchildren will want to ask us about for some would not settle easily and accept a deal that he sort of history project or assignment. But let believes is inadequate. Ford said, “We'll strike a there be no doubt that the suspense of 2021 deal, but I'm not making a bad deal just for the sake of making a deal. We've had tougher continued right to the end. discussions than this.”

Ontarians had such high hopes that everything Education Minister Stephen Lecce would be back to normal as the 2021 new year explained that Ontario won't sign a deal unless dawned.

Many families have had to deal with the Ottawa gives Ontario credit for the $3.6 billion it realities of reduced income brought on by spends annually on Kindergarten education. The restrictions and lockdowns. People could not problem is that Ford and Lecce don't understand maintain regular practices and habits because t h a t e d u c a t i o n a n d c h i l d c a r e a r e n o t there was no such thing as disposable income. synonymous.

Ontario Elementary Teachers' Federation Savings accounts were more than depleted. president Karen Brown says Ford and Leece are Eventually, when families did start to entertain thoughts of returning to the workforce, wrong because Kindergarten is an essential part conditions were clearly not going in their favour. of the education system. It is not babysitting, and The need for workers suddenly became dire, yet it is not child care. Kindergarten is where formal working families couldn't afford to work outside education begins.

Brown recently issued a statement the home. Child care costs are just unaffordable. saying, “Federal child care funds are intended to The federal government responded to the desperate cries for affordable child care. It make a difference for families and should not be determined that it was time that they came good used by the provincial government to displace on a long-standing commitment to create a cost- current funding for public education.”

Brown is right. Prime Minister Trudeau did not offer to negotiate funding for education, which is a provincial power. Instead, he offered to negotiate child care to help working families get into the workforce.

In the final days just before the Legislature broke before Christmas, NDP Leader Andrea Horwath asked Premier Ford, “Does the government not get the urgency here that families actually need a break and $10-a-day child care would be a great break? “Why do we not have that child care deal right now?”

The NDP absolutely agrees with the teachers' unions that say child care and

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Kindergarten are not the same things. However, we disagree that Doug Ford and Stephen Lecce do not understand the difference. They certainly do understand. Unfortunately, the Province of Ontario is playing political games that are a major detriment to working families.

Anyone who watches the news or reads the paper cannot help but notice a continual avalanche of promises to offer new programs and increase spending for Ontarians. Even new highways are proposed in Southern Ontario, which comes at the expense of finishing the fourlaning of Hwy. 69 to Sudbury. But readers should note that the promises are for funding over the next four years, five years, ten years. You get the picture.

Ontarians are intelligent enough to know that politics is in full-blown pre-election mode.

Without any doubt, as Ontario approaches the drop of the election writ in May, Doug Ford will play out this saga, demonstrating his prowess as a tough negotiator and champion for Ontario working families. Doug Ford may or may not be a tough negotiator, but for sure he is an illusionist, trying to impress Ontario voters.

As we see the sun setting on 2021, we look forward to 2022 with hope and confidence in the strength of Algoma–Manitoulin. On behalf of my team and I, we wish you the very best this holiday season.

As always, please feel free to contact my office about these issues or any other provincial matters. You can reach my constituency office by email at mmantha-co@ndp.on.ca or phone at 705-461-9710 or Toll-free at 1-800-831-1899.

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How to prevent impaired driving over the holidays

The number of impaired driving collisions dramatically increases over the holiday season. Here are a few tips to make sure neither you nor the people you care about get behind the wheel while under the influence.

Attending a party If you're attending a holiday shindig, make sure to choose someone to be a designated driver. If this person ends up consuming drugs or alcohol, play it safe by calling a cab or using a ridesharing service. You could also plan to rent a room at a nearby hotel or sleep over at a friend's house to avoid getting behind the wheel.

Hosting a party If you're hosting a holiday party, there are a few precautions you can take to make sure your guests don't drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. For example, serve plenty of food and provide alcohol-free beverages throughout the night. In addition, offer your spare bedroom or couch to anyone who wants to stay the night, or pre-arrange cab rides for those who need a lift.

Tips for the road

When driving home from a holiday shindig, keep an eye out for the following warning signs that another driver might be under the influence of drugs or alcohol: ! They're making wide, abrupt or illegal turns ! They have a slow or delayed reaction time to traffic lights and signs ! They're driving unreasonably fast, slow or at an inconsistent speed ! They're continuously weaving, swerving or drifting out of their lane If you suspect you're driving behind an impaired driver, slow down, stay behind them and, when it's safe to do so, pull over and call 911.

Additionally, impaired driving accidents that result in fatalities are more likely to happen very late at night or early in the morning.

Therefore, try to avoid being on the road between midnight and 3 a.m.

Conseils pour prendre soin de soi durant les fêtes (EN) La période des fêtes peut être stressante pour tout le monde, d’autant plus que nous vivons toujours dans un contexte pandémique sans savoir si nous pourrons recevoir un grand nombre de personnes, ni même qui nous pourrons recevoir. Diminuez votre stress et profitez de la saison à son maximum en suivant ces quelques conseils.

Créez une routine matinale.

Pendant les fêtes, nous sommes surchargés de travail et fatigués, et nous

dépensons beaucoup. Pour retrouver son calme et se sentir en contrôle, il suffit de prendre quelques minutes pour bien débuter la journée.

Allumez une bougie, prenez une tasse de thé, lisez un bon livre ou écoutez un balado de développement personnel ou de la musique douce avant d’entreprendre votre liste de choses à faire afin de trouver un équilibre et d’accomplir plus de tâches durant la journée.

Sentez-vous à l’aise de refuser des invitations.

Il est très important pour son bien-être de prévoir du temps pour soi. N’ayez pas peur de dire « non » aux activités qui vous stressent ou pour lesquelles vous ne tirez aucun plaisir, et ce, même si vous vous sentez obligé de les faire.

Les courriels d’offres promotionnelles vous poussent à dépenser plus? Désabonnez-vous.

Vous vous sentez misérable après chaque visite chez votre tante? Envoyez-lui une carte de souhaits plutôt que d’aller chez elle.

Essayez d’atténuer vos défauts.

Il est parfois difficile et irréaliste de penser combattre toutes ses mauvaises habitudes. Au lieu de vous faire la promesse de ne plus utiliser du tous les médias sociaux, tentez plutôt de diminuer votre temps en ligne et éteignez votre téléphone lorsque vous êtes avec quelqu’un ou que vous faites une autre activité.

N’essayez pas de couper toutes les sucreries, mais ne mangez que celles que vous aimez le plus. Écoutez de la musique joyeuse.

La musique peut avoir une grande influence sur l’humeur. Enveloppez-vous de musique et de voix qui vous procurent bonheur et bien-être. Qu’il s’agisse de chants de Noël réconfortants ou de chansons bien connues qui donnent de l’énergie, vous trouverez forcément quelque chose qui vous plaira sur les chaînes de musique sans publicité de SiriusXM. Offrezvous un cadeau avec l’Appli SXM et accédez à des balados et à des émissions humoristiques et musicales illimitées qui vous feront rire, danser et chanter.

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Last weeks solutions MOMENTS IN TIME On Jan. 3, 1990, Panama's Gen. Manuel Antonio Noriega, after hiding at the Vatican embassy in Panama City, surrenders to U.S. military troops to face charges of drug trafficking and is flown to Miami. In 1992, the former dictator was convicted and sentenced to 40 years in prison.

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Un Noël qui revêt la signification qu'on lui donne Suite de la P.4 notre vie sur lesquels nous avons plus de contrôle, comme nos relations et nos efforts qui témoignent de nos sentiments envers nos êtres chers. On peut aussi y voir une occasion de mettre en pratique l'adage selon lequel l'intention importe davantage que le cadeau.

Même avec cette volonté en tête, il est facile de perdre de vue le côté plus simple et modeste de Noël. Cela dit, des personnes ont déjà entrepris de réévaluer certaines facettes de leur vie à la lumière de nos circonstances qui ont changé. L'une des surprises agréables de la pandémie a été notre regain d'intérêt pour des activités plus calmes, comme le tricot, les casse-têtes et autres loisirs de ce genre. Ces activités, qui ont gagné en popularité, nous ont permis de nous soustraire à la frénésie du monde moderne et de nous réfugier dans le confort d'une activité paisible qui nous fait vivre des moments de bonheur à un rythme plus doux, voire plus convenable, diront certains.

Il est peut-être temps de transposer cette réflexion à la manière dont nous célébrons Noël.

Pour illustrer la portée et l'importance de notre état d'esprit, prenons l'exemple des chutes de neige. La première neige de l'année peut être source de joie, une joie qui s'étiole à mesure que les bordées se succèdent et deviennent synonymes de travail. Or, la neige ne change pas : c'est plutôt notre état d'esprit qui transforme les flocons tant attendus en indésirables.

Cette année, outre les difficultés rencontrées par les consommateurs, la question des rassemblements se pose également. Pour beaucoup, la décision d'organiser ou non un grand rassemble-

ment familial est une question qui reste à trancher.

Certains espèrent par-dessus tout passer un Noël entourés de leurs proches cette année. Ma famille ne fait pas exception et, si les recommandations de la santé publique le permettent, nous espérons pouvoir nous réunir en famille de façon plutôt « normale ».

C'est en ayant ces espoirs à l'esprit que je vous souhaite, à vous et à vos proches, un très joyeux Noël et une bonne et heureuse année!

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CHAPLEAU EXPRESS, December 23, 2021- Page 12

Move over, Elf on the shelf!

Ta l e n t a b o u n d s i n t h e M c C l e o d household. George and Phyllis McCleod always seem to have projects on the go. As you can see in the photos, this is their latest.

“So, my love for red trucks is a real thing.

It took us a total of ten days to build our version of the red truck Christmas tree holder. With working headlights, front grill, running boards, license plate and a hood ornament, of course, Santa is driving. We named her 'Aunt Elsie', for all the

precious memories from Christmases past spent with my favourite Aunt. The wheels are from two 'step one' yellow wagons that for years hauled supplies and Grandchildren to and from and around camp, these wagons broke a few years back, but we could not part with them. They now have a new life in our red truck. The truck is seven feet

ÉSC Trillium students begin Christmas Break with energy Students at École secondaire catholique Trillium Catholic High School (Chapleau) had the chance to participate in a variety of fun and diverse activities on Friday, December 17, before starting their well-deserved Christmas break. Activities on the menu included a Kahoot competition (dynamic online group game), bingo, a visit to an escape room, a game of volleyball as well as a scavenger hunt. The students and staff at Trillium took advantage of this dynamic day to have fun, recharge their batteries and start the Christmas break off right.

Les élèves de l'ÉSC Trillium amorcent leur congé de Noël avec enthousiasme Les élèves de l'école secondaire catholique Trillium (Chapleau) ont eu la chance de participer à plusieurs activités amusantes et diversifiées le vendredi 17 décembre, avant d'amorcer le congé de Noël bien mérité. Parmi les activités au menu on comptait une compétition Kahoot (jeu dynamique de groupe en ligne), un bingo, une visite à une salle d'évasion, une partie de volley-ball et une chasse au trésor. Les élèves et le personnel de Trillium ont bien profité de cette journée dynamique pour s'amuser, faire le plein d'énergie et ainsi bien amorcer le congé de Noël.

long and two feet wide, and yes, the truck moves easily around on those wheels.” Phyllis wrote in a recent Facebook post.