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By Mary Beth Corcoran mary@chathamvoice.com

While the ultimate goal of organizations like the Chatham-Kent Women’s Centre (CKWC) is to not be needed, the reality is in today’s society, women fleeing from violence need a safe place to go and help to break the cycle of abuse.

As the CKWC reaches its 40-year milestone, all the beds at the shelter are full,

with a waiting list of people needing the services, both in house and in the numerous outreach programs the centre offers to the community.

Karen Hunter, CKWC executive director, and long-time executive assistant Linda Ptaszynski, sat down with The Chatham Voice to discuss the challenges over the past 40 years.

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The highlights include a greater awareness of the issue of domestic violence in our community.

“It started in 1978 with a Canada Works project grant and we understood there is a woman, who wants to remain anonymous, who would pick women up and drive them around, and if they had no where to go, she had to drive them back home.

She was one of the first people, with the original six people, who did the application for the grant,” Ptaszyski said. “Based on the information provided for that grant, we were approved, moved forward and never looked back.”

With 31 years at the CKWC, Ptaszyski, has a lot of memories of the changes over the years, including moving to a couple of different houses before the land the current centre sits on was donated by the Ursuline Sisters back in 1983.

Sod was turned for the project in October of 1984

and the doors to the new nition that there needed to centre on Sandy Street be places for abused womopened March 7, 1985 en and their children to with a capacity of 26 beds. go,” Hunter noted. “The An addition whole issue was added “The whole issue of of violence to the build- violence against wom- a g a i n s t ing in 1992 en, back then, was women, to address relatively new, and not back then, the need for was relawell researched or doc- tively new, more storumented, so throughage. and not well Programs, out the last 40 years, researched s e r v i c e s , there’s been extensive or docuo u t r e a c h research done across mented, so and in-serthroughCanada on violence vice trainout the last ing to police against women and 40 years, officers con- children, and violence there’s been tinued to in general in our sociextensive grow over ety – everything from research the years, done across the cost in dollars to including Canada on implement- the human tragedy and v i o l e n c e ing vio- trauma.” against l e n c e - f r e e - Karen Hunter women and school polchildren, icies and second- and and violence in general in third-stage assistance our society – everything to women transitioning from the cost in dollars to out of the shelter. Sec- the human tragedy and ond-stage housing is now trauma.” available.

Hunter said the stats “Across Canada around gathered estimate that in that time (1978), there Canada, a woman is killed seemed to be that recog- by her partner every six

days and that figure is “quite astounding.”

“On any given day, at least 3,000 women and 2,500 of their children are in need of emergency shelters like ours due to domestic violence,” Hunter explained.

People’s understanding of domestic violence and the physical and emotional trauma victims face has evolved over the last 40 years, from it being a family matter and an embarrassment if the woman leaves to more understanding that no person – man, woman or child – should live in fear of violence from a family member.

“This is not a new phenomenon. This is something that has been ingrained in our society for hundreds of years, when you have church and state for example, school systems and everything that identifies the role of women in our society. Not that long ago, we were talking about trying to get divorce laws changed, talking

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about women’s rights. The right to vote; it’s not that long ago that women were given these rights as people in Canada,” Hunter noted. “So changing people’s attitudes about what the role of woman is in our society is complex and a lot of times, people think that if a woman is being abused, sure she doesn’t have to put up with that, she can just leave, but it’s not that simple.”

Factors such as a woman’s financial situation, if she has access to funds, if she has a job, children, support from friends and family all have an influence on a woman’s decision.

Hunter said it’s not uncommon for family members to show up at the shelter and try to talk to the woman into going back home, saying things like the spouse is a good guy and you drive a nice car and eat steak once a week. They question how bad it could be if outwardly, everything appears fine.

In an emergency situation at 2 a.m. when a woman comes to the shelter, Hunter said they often have left with just the clothes on their back, leaving behind sometimes even their purse when trying to escape with their lives.

“Basically, they are homeless now. They are embarrassed and traumatized and they don’t know where they are going to go come tomorrow,” she noted.

The CKWC tries to provide each woman and her children with the necessities.

To officially acknowledge the 40-year anniversary, the centre is hosting a dinner Nov. 10 at Links of Kent. All current and previous board members and staff are welcome to attend. Tickets are $60 per person or $100 per couple and the evening with feature music and entertainment, dinner and raffle tickets. Any one interested in tickets can call the centre at 519-354-6360.

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The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is pleased to announce a new local transportation option has officially launched. Uride, a company based on the popular ridesharing model, received their licence to operate as a private transportation company in C-K on Sept. 28.

The following day, Uride announced through Facebook that they had given their first ride in Chatham-Kent.

Municipal officials say it is their goal to improve access to affordable and reliable transportation services within the urban and rural communities of

Chatham-Kent. Uride’s growth in the area is a response to the work done by the municipality and council to amend local bylaws regarding vehicles for hire.

“This is a great example of the success that can be achieved when we look at reducing red tape and making Chatham-Kent even friendlier for business,” said John Norton, General Manager of Community Development, in a media release. “Chatham-Kent has quality bus and taxi services, and now residents have more options with rideshare companies stepping forward.”

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viding transportation primarily from the city of Chatham.

“We are in the process of recruiting more drivers in the surrounding communities and rural areas of Chatham-Kent,” said Skye Volpi, Chief Operating Officer for Uride.

“We’re only a few days in and we’ve seen a lot of positive interest from the community. It’s been very welcoming and we appreciate both our drivers and our customers for working with us.”

One of the first rides provided was to Coun. Brock McGregor. McGregor put forward the motion to Chatham-Kent council to amend the local By-laws

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By Mary Beth Corcoran mary@chathamvoice.com

Nurses across the province are getting to share their experiences, concerns and solutions related to their practice and the health system as a whole with the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario’s (RNAO) CEO, including a stop recently in Chatham.

As part of RNAO’s fourth-annual fall tour, CEO Doris Grinspun met registered nurses, nurse practitioners and nursing students in Windsor, Chatham and Petrolia to discuss the key health issues they believe should be front and centre for the new Ontario government.

“We are eager to hear firsthand from nurses in the communities where they live and work and learn about how we can better meet the needs of Ontarians,” said Grinspun.

“We encourage all nurses and nursing students to come out and speak about the important issues to them and the populations they serve.”

Grinspun said she wants to hear about barriers for nurses in the workplace and also the opportunities that exist.

“I wanted to meet with nurses in the field to see how

things are going,” the CEO said. “One of the challenges I hear about often are the heavy workloads. Also noted is the fact organizations don’t have an adequate number of RNs to provide the care that people require and not because there aren’t enough RNs, but because some organizations aren’t enlightened enough to understand that RNs actually don’t cost more, they save money for the system and provide better outcomes.”

The other issue discussed, Grinspun said, pertained to

nursing homes and the “archaic funding formula that this province of Ontario has for the last couple of decades.”

She said her organization has been encouraging the government, both past and present, to modernize the funding formula for long-term care to account for both complexity of needs and quality outcomes.

She said right now, the system only focuses on complexity of the health issues of residents.

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By Mary Beth Corcoran mary@chathamvoice.com

To offer the public a chance to see and hear about the services it offers to children and families in the community, Chatham-Kent Children’s Services (CKCS) is hosting an open house Oct. 18.

As a multi-service child protection, children’s mental health and development agency, CKCS has

several supportive programs, services and resources available for families. According to Sally Reaume, supervisor of Children’s Mental Health, the agency simply wants to give the public a chance to meet program staff and ask questions in a relaxed atmosphere where they can learn about all the free services and resources offered to help children and strengthen families.

“We want the public to see our agency as welcoming and make them aware of our free services and the support and resources we offer,� Reaume explained.

At the afternoon open house Oct. 18 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., community partners are invited to attend to find out more about what the agency offers for families, with apple cider, cookies and

door prizes.

The evening open house runs from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and families are welcome with fun activities for the kids, including apple cider, popcorn, pumpkins and door prizes, as well as a Mindful Yoga exercise.

Parents are encouraged to ask questions, explore the building and learn more. “We are happy to invite the community to join us at our open house to meet

that are a normal part of aging. “Complexity starts to get reduced because residents are doing better and what does the government do?

They claw back the funding because there is less complexity. We are saying that is penalizing organizations that provide good

care,� Grinspun said. “We want organizations to be able to keep that funding even if the complexity rating goes down, and then reinvest what we would call quality outcomes funding into more programs for residents.�

Grinspun also visited the Chatham-Kent Health

Alliance with Region 1 RNAO board representative Betty Oldershaw, and said she is pleased to see the work the hospital is also doing with Best Practice Spotlight.

with our teams, see our building and learn more about the services and supports we have to offer.

We look forward to building relationships with the community to be responsive to the needs of chil-

dren, youth and families of Chatham-Kent,� said CKCS executive director Teri Thomas-Vanos.

The agency is located at 495 Grand Ave. W. in Chatham. For more information, call 519-352-0440.

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Journey’s not over At a time when many communities were refusing to even acknowledge that spousal or partner violence was a real issue, a group of people in Chatham applied for funding because they recognized the local need for a safe place for abused women to go.

That was 40 years ago. The current Chatham-Kent Women’s Centre (CKWC) continues to offer women, men and children a safe place to go to escape violence and abuse – plus a whole lot more.

Some communities struggled with fierce opposition to women’s shelters, and not that long ago. Residents felt “arguments” between a husband and wife were a private family matter. Clergy and family would counsel woman to stay and work it out, and forgive their spouse because as the man, he had so many more stressors on him, so the odd “love tap” should be excused.

Thankfully, we as a society, understand so much more about the cycle of spousal abuse and violence, and the right for all women, men and children to feel safe in their own home.

Domestic violence takes a huge toll on families.

Children, even if they aren’t abused, suffer a huge trauma just witnessing violence against their mother or father. Women or men fleeing a violent situation need not only immediate shelter, but longer term help to put their lives back together and live violence free.

As the CKWC executive director Karen Hunter said, domestic abuse can affect people of any socio-economic type – from the rich to the middle class to the working poor to those on social assistance. Having money and nice things doesn’t make you immune to violence, but it can make you invisible, as people can’t see past the nice things to the isolation or the need for long sleeves and makeup. The same applies to people who are financially challenged – they shouldn’t be ignored or have it assumed they must have done something to deserve it The concerned and caring pioneers of the Chatham-Kent Women’s Centre, including the Ursuline Sisters who saw a need and donated the land for the current shelter, deserve our thanks and support for giving victims of abuse hope for a future without violence. Now it’s our turn to step up.

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Sifting through the fluff Sir: Seems our society gets onto many kicks, sayings, expressions, aphorisms etc. Of the latter, they include: “Easy come easy go,” “he who hesitates is lost.”

Two of the silliest saying’s yet!

“Ya gotta spend money to make money,” “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.”

Such common expressions/aphorisms can be categorized as a positive way to think. My law enforcement background taught, generally, in order to be successful for a criminal conviction (thinking positive without an objective and knowledgeable thought process would have me lose more than win) that two ingredients must be present “mens rea” (having an intention and knowledge) and “actus reus” (a person’s actions and conduct) both must work simultaneously and in conjunction for success.

Similarly, two ingredients must be present in order for “positive thinking” to be productive, same must include and have a foundation of “an ability to think objectively (weighing all pros and cons)” or the stand-alone “positive attitude” only creates a diversion to what needs to be. Ultimately, many times “positive thinking” focuses on creating a false sense of security, that all will be fine, that we don’t have to work to construct a situation to make things happen – subsequently, failure can prevail.

Electing the right person as mayor, someone that will productively lead council is a serious matter. I am not a “positive” thinker but make every attempt to think with “objective process” weighing all the pros and cons to each situation rather than thinking of

the nice and happy things only, trusting all will be ok, that our taxes will somehow miraculously stabilize and become lower, that our economic climate will improve, that our community will somehow regain job growth, our municipal services will suddenly increase without it costing us more, that our cost of living will somehow become more affordable, and our “positive thinking” absent of “objective thinking” will end with a euphoric world. Think again.

In order to reach a successful outcome one has to physically, intellectually and emotionally, and through proven experience and knowledge in municipal management and provincial liaison, get off one’s backside to make things happen and know how to get from point “A” to point

“B” through experienced successful management and governance that would show voters that you can create a structured atmosphere and environment to affect successful results. Having any mayoral candidate that promises the world, that can only boast of the big picture (which we all know what we want) absent of having the experience to deliver is only a politician – we know what politicians have done for our province and country. Talking a good day’s work just to get elected does not cut it.

So, when a candidate brags and fluffs it up, promises you everything including the kitchen sink, you need to put on your red light and siren, pull them over, ask for their I.D. and “proof of assurance.”

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Poverty Awareness Week in C-K public is starting to notice the Roundtable seeks to promote out the week. Work with others said. number of homeless persons liv- and develop a healthy and in our community to come up On Oct. 17 at 7 p.m., I, Daniel ing in the downtown area, and vibrant community in Cha- with innovative solutions to our Blake will be played in partnercommunity challenges. This will ship with the Chatham Capitol Poverty Awareness Week is Mock said the homeless prob- tham-Kent.

“We easily relegate poverty help to find and enact long-term Theatre. It is a story of a 59-yearunderway in Chatham-Kent, lem has been there for a while, and organizers of the week’s but is more visible than it once reduction to the municipality, sustainable changes in our com- old widowed carpenter who was. The home- province, or the non-profit sec- munity,” he added. fights the bureaucratic forces of event hope to enMock encourages people to the social assistance system in gage community “This year we want to lessness issue is a tors. However, everyone has complex one, he a part to play. We all have to attend the Community Conver- order to receive Employment partners and the not only raise awaresaid, that is influ- come together as a community sation at the Chatham Capitol and Support Allowance after a public in real and ness; we also want to enced by several to discuss, understand, and act Theatre on Oct. 15 from 4 p.m. heart attack leaves him unable informative dia- generate action. The factors including to create a healthy and vibrant to 6 p.m. to work. logue.

“Reflecting on recent events, Games Night at the Chatham Phillip Mock, events we have sched- mental health, ad- community,” he noted. diction and povWhile donating to the food a community conversation and Branch of the Chatham-Kent Project Coordina- uled are focused on bank and helping at lunch and forum is being held. A panel of Public Library will take place tor for CK Pros- raising awareness and erty.

“I just want to dinner programs is important, local experts will discuss the Oct. 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in perity Roundtable energizing our commake clear that Mock said an important way challenges of homelessness and partnership with the Lived Exat Family Services munity to find innovahomelessness and for people to help is to come to substance abuse in our com- perience Advisory to increase Kent, is hoping substance abuse events, listen to the facts and munity. Afterwards, everyone awareness. the week’s activi- tive solutions to these are part of the join in the discussion on how in attendance will be able to ties will strength- challenges.” complex intercon- we, as a community, can work participate in a conversation en public under- - Phillip Mock nections of pover- on the problem of poverty. with the experts to generate standing of the “Come out to the events, and innovative solutions. We all causes and consequences of ty, but not everyone in poverty GUTTER CLEANING poverty and hardship around is homeless or is living with sub- participate in community con- have something to add to the the world and encourage discus- stance abuse challenges,” Mock versations. Share your thoughts solution. Bring your opinSafely from the Ground and open yourself up to new ions and ideas, and be ready sion and action to address these noted.

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Each year, Farm Credit Canada runs its Drive Away Hunger campaign to raise funds for one local school and its breakfast program.

This year, Queen Elizabeth II Public School in Chatham was chosen to receive $1,000, a gift for which the school staff are grateful.

Principal Josh Alward said the funds will go to the breakfast and snack program for the 350 students at Queen Elizabeth that they support.

“We are so thankful to be chosen and for the generosity of the FCC,” Alward said. “We support a large percentage of our kids with the program and we have a tremendous crew of volunteers who give up their time to help out.”

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Children at Queen Elizabeth II Public School in Chatham were chosen as the recipients of the Farm Credit Canada donation of $1,000 towards the school’s breakfast program. The FCC picks one school each year to benefit from the corporations annual Drive Away Hunger fundraising campaign. Pictured are Liz Demers and Keely Clarke with FCC with school principal Josh Alward and vice-principal DeeAnna Stokes.

OCTOBER Health professionals on the front line Child Abuse Awareness Month is observed every year in October. Mistreated or neglected children have become a preoccupation for more and more health professionals because many of them agree that the number of repor ted cases is generally much lower than the true number of children actually being abused.

According to Jeff Latimer, who has prepared a report for Health Canada entitled “The consequences of child maltreatment: A reference guide for health practitioners,” it’s difficult to know the extent of the problem in Canada. Research has shown that, every day, a large number of children are exposed to serious acts of violence and neglect, resulting in grave, long-term repercussions.

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Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) has added two new physicians to the organization.

Both are starting in October. Dr. Steven Rioux joined CKHA as a Family Medicine Physician and Dr. Shannon Milkovic will join CKHA as a Family Medicine Resident.

“Chatham-Kent Health Alliance is pleased to welcome doctors Rioux and Milkovic to our clinical team,” Dr. Pervez Faruqi, Chief of Staff, CKHA, said in a media release. “New and training physicians provide our staff with an excellent opportunity to share their knowledge and experience with a new generation of physicians as they work together to provide quality, Patient and Family Centred Care to our community.”

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Following this, Dr. Rioux returned to North American to complete his Family Medicine Residency at the St. John Hospital and Medical Centre in Detroit, Mich. in 2018. “Chatham-Kent Health Alliance offers a nice facility and friendly staff which influenced my choice to join the organization,” says Dr. Rioux. “I’m excited to be a part of the team and to live closer to

family.”

Starting later in October, Milkovic joins CKHA as a first-year Family Medicine Resident. She graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 2013, where she earned a Bachelor of Medical Sciences, Honors and was a Western Scholar. She later completed her formal education at University of Limerick, Ireland, where she earned a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in 2018.

While studying at UWO, Milkovic spent her summers volunteering in CKHA’s Ambulatory Care and Day Surgery departments.

“Although I enjoyed the opportunity to travel and study abroad, I look forward to being back in Chatham-Kent and serving the community that I grew up in,” Milkovic said.

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For the first time in its 51year history, St. Clair College has surpassed the 12,000 fulltime student milestone.

The college has 12,815 students on its three campuses in Windsor, Chatham and Toronto. This represents a 21.6-per-cent increase over 2017.

College President Patti

France said the enrolment increase demonstrates that St. Clair College is achieving its goal of being a top-of-mind “destination college” for students throughout Canada and the world.

“With our mix of cutting-edge academic programs and exceptional services and facilities, we are particularly proud to be a part of the rebirth of downtown Windsor.”

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The Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) saw that its EQAO results have remained relatively stable in the LKDSB since 2016-2017.

LKDSB reports a slight improvement in the EQAO results for Grades 3 and 6 reading compared to 2016-2017.

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7275 RIVERVIEW $925,000

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19135 CREST RIVER, LAKESHORE • $748,000

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37 CRAMAR $848,800 This colonial home offers 4+1 bedrooms, 5 baths, second kitchen and so much more. Call Patrick 519-3600141 or Catie 519-809-4268.

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S 7627 RIVERVIEW LINE $729,900

Quality custom built home on a beautiful river lot. Call Brian Peifer 519-436-2669.

10698 LAKEVIEW, C-K $549,000 2500 sq ft 2br, 2.5 bath executive 2 storey home on a .9 ac lot in Lake Morningstar.

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32 ENCLAVE $484,900

Lovely 4+1br, 3.5 bath custom built home by Ewald on a popular Northside street. Call Brian Peifer 519-436-2669.

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Lovely 5br, 1.5 storey home with updates. Call Pat 519-360-0141.

A BEAUTIFUL FIND! Comfort, class & convenience in this 4br, 3.5 bath 2 storey on the Thames River. Call Pat 519-360-0141.

91 FAUBERT $389,900

Southside 3+1br, 4 level with i/g pool. Stunning $80,000 gourmet kitchen. Gorgeous lot & landscaping. Call June 519-358-5199.

10596 LAKEVIEW $499,900

2 year old, 3br, 2 bath brick ranch style open concept home. Call Brian Peifer 519-436-2669.

20400 COUNTY RD 42, TILBURY • $1,250,000

High exposure business right beside Hwy 401 at Tilbury interchange. Call Ron 519-360-7729 or Brandice 226-626-4838.

10907 RIVER LINE $699,000

4 bedroom stone rancher situated on a one acre river lot with well developed outdoor living area.

Call Carson at 519-809-2856.

10530 RIVER LINE, HARWICH • $498,000

Large 4br, 2.5 bath 4 level side split with I/g pool on the River.

Call Pat 519-360-0141 or Catie 519-809-4268.

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187 THAMES $169,900

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2br + 1br in this well maintained duplex with long term tenants.

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141 PATTESON $115,000

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21 MCKEOUGH $229,900

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60 KEIL SOUTH $15/SQ FT

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25669 WINTERLINE $249,900

Approximately 7,000 sq ft situated on a 189’ x 324’ lot. Call Brian Peifer 519-436-2669.

153 GRAY $106,900

Duplex for sale. Rented with long term tenants. Call Amber 519-784-5310.

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Meet the candidates – school board trustees The Chatham Voice

Editor’s note: We are profiling trustee candidates for the Lambton-Kent District School Board (LKDSB), St. Clair Catholic District School Board (SCCDSB), and the French Catholic School Board (FCSB). Not every candidate responded our our request.

SCCDSB Ward 6 John Mrnik: I would like to see our schools rank in the top 10% of the province. The Ottawa Catholic board divides grades so

that elementary school is from JK -6 and high school is from 7-12. Many advantages are seen from this system. The bonus is the government offers funding to do this.

We need to determine post secondary success rate compared to other school boards. A recent news article states that The University of Waterloo admits applicants based on two criteria: their grades and their secondary school. By getting our schools into the top 10% of province

rankings this would help our students. During my own student days at the University of King’s at Western, I found that Toronto’s St Michael’s Choir (Sr) School students were at the top of our class and they currently rate number 1 in the provincial ranking.

Every student, every school board employee and trustee needs to ask the question “What would Jesus do?” By doing that we will all succeed in our lives and our students will confidently

navigate and contribute to our society.

SCCDSB Ward 6 David Argenti: Thank you for the opportunity to run as a candidate for Trustee for the St. Clair Catholic District School Board. My name is David Argenti and I was born and raised in the city of Chatham.

My wife and I have been married for 15 years and are raising 3 sons in the Catholic school system.

I have worked in the financial industry for 11 years, and I have been

an active parishioner of Blessed Sacrament Church for 39 years. I have served the church in a number of capacities from altar server, to Parish Pastoral Council member, and have led a Lenten Mission. As my oldest son will be moving into Secondary School, I would like to support Catholic Education and help deter the call for amalgamation between the Public and Separate boards as we need to preserve our way of education and retain what is special for our

youth.

SCCDSB Wards 4 & 5 John Van Heck: I am seeking re-election as a Trustee for the SCCDSB. I have been a Trustee since 2006 and have served as Vice Chair and currently serve as Chair of the Board.

I am a lifelong resident of Wallaceburg and have been highly involved over the past 20 years in my children’s education and within the Catholic Church.

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With regard to home repairs, homeowners may be able to delay some projects until the weather permits or they find room in their budgets. But other areas, including the roof, may demand immediate action.

Few homeowners give the roofs of their homes much thought until a problem arises. But learning to recognize potential indicators of roof trouble can help homeowners prevent potentially drastic situations down the road.

• Light: Homeowners with attics in their homes can inspect the ceilings inside the attic for signs of holes or leaks. Light peering through the top of the house indicates a hole or leak, as does stains or streaks on the ceiling.

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should lie flat against the roof, so any that appear to be buckling or turning up are damaged and in need of repair. A single damaged shingle does not require a full roof replacement, but inspect all the shingles nonetheless.

Another indicator of shingle problems can be found when cleaning downspouts or gutters. If the gutters and downspouts contain lots of shingle granules, the roof may soon need to be replaced.

• Moss: Moss on a rooftop may give a home character, but that added character is costly. Shady areas of a roof can be susceptible to the growth of moss and fungi because moisture can be trapped in such areas. If possible, remove moss or fungi from a roof with a stiff brush or hire a professional to do the job instead. Moss may come back even after

brushing it off, so homeowners should keep an eye on areas of their roofs that get little sunlight. In addition, trapped moisture can be very harmful to a roof, so it may be wise to exercise caution and have roofs with mold or fungi growths inspected.

• Age: Another indicator of roof trouble may be the age of the roof. Even if there are no visible signs of damage, homeowners whose roofs have some years under their belt may want to consider replacing them. Asphalt shingle roofs typically have life expectancies of 20 to 25 years, while roofs installed over existing layers of shingles may need to be replaced after 20 years.

Recognizing minor roof damage before it escalates into a larger problem can save homeowners substantial amounts of money.

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By hiring professionals to clean and freshen up your home, you’ll have more time for relaxation and for your family. In certain cases there are fiscal advantages connected to the hiring of personnel for

cleaning purposes. Be sure to find out more!

It is essential to establish your needs in order to determine the number of hours necessary for the cleaning of your home. Be aware that some businesses offer the possibility of a free estimate in order to determine your precise expectations.

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How to recognize signs of water damage in a home

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Homes are potentially susceptible to a host of problems. While unforeseen problems can prove costly, homeowners who keep attentive eyes on their homes can oftentimes discover small problems before they escalate.

Water damage is a potentially costly problem that can afflict any home. Old homes tend to be most susceptible to water damage, and that damage can manifest itself in various ways. The following are some telltale signs of water damage that should give prospective home buyers pause and compel current homeowners to seek professional assistance as soon as possible.

Many prospective home buyers have been disappointed by the sight of water stains during an open house or home inspection. Water stains tend to be on ceilings and/or walls. Stains on ceilings tend to be round, while wall stains are straight lines down the wall that may or may not have forced paint to peel.

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dicative of a major problem, but homeowners should have the stains examined by a professional while potential buyers should direct their home inspector’s attention to the stains.

Wood around windows or doors that is deteriorating may indicate water problems. The wood might be deteriorating because water is infiltrating the wood during storms.

Baseboards and molding that is dilapidated or beginning to deteriorate may also indicate water damage.

Drywall or wood that is buckled or beginning to buckle is another potential indicator of water damage.

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a leak behind the drywall. Severely buckled drywall will feel as if it has ridges. Wood also buckles when it is exposed to excess moisture, and this can usually be felt when walking on the wood barefoot or in socks.

Sometimes water damage is best detected by the smell test. Homeowners who notice the smell of mold or mildew in rooms that previously never emanated such odors might have homes that are in the early stages of water problems. The water damage might be behind the walls, where mold is beginning to form thanks to water damage. Older homes tend to be musty, but call in a professional if you notice that mustiness if more pungent than usual.

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• Kent Branch OGS meeting at McKinlay Funeral Home Reception Centre at 7:00pm.

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Friday, October 19, 2018 • The 10th Annual Cemetery Strolls sponsored by the Kent Historical Society begin at Maple Leaf Cemetery.

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Saturday, October 13, 2018 • The 10th Annual Cemetery Strolls sponsored by the Kent Historical Society at Maple Leaf Cemetery.

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• Bingo from 2:00pm-4:00pm. $10 admission includes 4 cards, jackpot $200. Sponsored by the Ridgetown Legion Ladies Auxiliary BR 243, 75 Main St. E., Ridgetown.

Monday, October 15, 2018 • 2018 “Wrap Up” Garden and Horticultural Expert Terri Dent will present a recap of 2018 successes and challenges. Bring all your questions as we get the dirt on gardening! Trinity Anglican Church lower meeting room at 7:30pm. 59 Ellen St., Blenheim. Free refreshments. Call 519-676-9476 or 519-354-8320 if need more info!

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• Campbell A.M.E. Church, corner of King St. E and Prince St. S. invite you to our fall roast beef dinner with homemade soup and dessert. $18/adults. 410/kids under 12. 4:30pm6:30pm. Take out available. Tickets at door or call 519-352-0134. Limited tickets.

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• Saturdays at 7 presents Cadence! A Capella at 7:00pm at St. Andrew’s United Church, 85 William St. South, Chatham. Free will offering ($10 suggested donation) Doors open at 6:30pm. All are welcome.

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Sunday, October 21, 2018 • 1st Anniversary for Chatham Hope Haven fundraiser at Royal Canadian Legion. Roast beef, roast turkey, cabbage rolls, baked beans, full salad bar, pickle trays, roll and butter, coffee, tea and assorted desserts. Tickets at Hope Haven, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 642 and Heritage Savings Credit Union. $21.95/person.

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21st Century learning and a relevant faith-based curriculum are important! Community outreach should include future employers in the educational discussion. My experience and community service have given me an understanding and working knowledge of what good fiscal management means, and also good stewardship. We must give our children hope, and we must fight for our Catholic schools in our small communities. If elected as a Trustee of the St. Clair Board I will listen and bring to the board table concerns and values that support a strong Catholic School system.

SCCDSB Ward 3 Carol Bryden: I am married and the mother of three children who all graduated for Catholic elementary and secondary schools.

I have been a successful educator and administrator, and author creating local, provincial and national resources for students, teachers and boards. I have served as past chair and vice-chair of the board and am currently chair of Audit Committee, St. Clair Foundation, overseeing the budget and financial health of the board. I am committed to careful management of our financial and material resources.

I am dedicated to maintaining a strong Catholic identity in all of our schools and partnering with parents, clergy, teachers and staff to support Catholic education. I am committed to opening more viable pathways to success for all students.

I will continue to advocate for the health and safety of our students with a strong voice for mental health and wellness resources in our schools.

LKDSB Ward 6 Derek Robertson: After having served two terms on Municipal Council I possess the experience to best understand the issues that face our future through a unique lens. Chatham Kent is faced with low population density and at the core, this tasks our ability to provision services, pay for infrastructure and provision for long term economic planning. This is a similar challenge faced by our School Board: thin population density, an aging population and greater urban concentration of young families is challenging.

This is in terms of ensuring that our public school system is able to balance the delicate needs of our communities for central support with the requirement to ensure a robust curriculum for our students.

The Lambton Kent District School Board is making decisions that will have a generational impact on the educational experience of today’s youth. In the coming months, it will be imperative to remain engaged with all stakeholders and keep the student at the centre of the decision-making process.

As a Trustee I have spent many years focusing on maintaining high standards at our schools while staying within a balanced budget each and every year. I have been a proponent of keeping our schools modern and ready for the needs of our 21st century students.

I also believe that our schools must be a place where our Christian identity is protected and evident in all we attempt to do for our students and parents. I serve the students and parents of my ward, and across the entire system, and that is top of mind each and every day.

SCCDB Ward 3 Patricia Pook: As a teacher, committee member and mother of four, I place a high value on family, Catholic education and community. Large “box” schools, while providing centralized facilities, ignore small town community needs and services. Costs must be considered from all perspectives – costs to family time, costs of busing, environmental costs and costs to community outreach and support.

LKDSB Ward 6 Shannon Sasseville: I am a certified teacher, a parent of children in the school system, and am a strong local advocate. I understand the education system, I know what it is like to be a parent of school aged children, I understand the challenges teachers face, and I am your voice at the board table.

Here to support the families of Chatham-Kent.

Education is my top priority regardless of your age

Ruth Ann Dodman

Trustee Ward 6 Lambton-Kent District School Board

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One of my biggest accomplishments as a trustee has been working with the school board to make sure that all elementary school children know what class they are going in to at the end of the school year, so they are prepared for September.

I am an advocate for new schools and improvements to existing schools.

I have been a big advocate for a new gym at King George P.S. It’s sim-

ply too small to be functional.

We have a declining youth population but that doesn’t mean we deserve anything less than bigger cities.

I am an advocate for what our children need.

LKDSB Wards 1,2 & 3 Eric Montgomery: I’m 24 and was raised in Blenheim. I attended HRPS a n d BDHS. I have

worked for the municipality of Chatham-Kent and had the opportunity to work in the communities of Wallaceburg, Blenheim, Rondeau, Ridgetown and Tilbury.

The largest thing I want to advocate for is a French immersion program to be put in BDHS. While South Kent’s population has declined, one of the largest contribut-

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ing factors to the decline in BDHS’s population is that it’s largest feeder school Harwich Raleigh is now half french immersion, which has led to half of its students leaving Blenheim to go to CKSS. Another issue I want to work on is helping to integrate elementary school sports between the public and Catholic school boards.

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da, I realize that Catholic education is not funded or only partially funded in some provinces. We must continue to be assured that the Ontario government continues to provide the necessary funding required to give all the French Catholic students the same advantages in learning that the other boards offer their students. If we want to retain our students at the secondary level, it is important to offer comparable programs that are offered by our neighbouring boards. This will allow these young adults the advantage of graduating from high school, fluent in both official Canadian languages.

For more than 20 years, I have tried to ensure that all of our students receive a high-quality French language Catholic education.

FCSB all wards Bob De-

mers: Robert (Bob) Demers has lived his entire life in Chatham-Kent, with a career spanning 30 years as principal and teacher with the now, Conseil Scolaire Catholique Providence (CSCP). Bob has a proven track record as School Board Trustee, and as former Vice-Chair and Chair of the Board, he gained valuable knowledge in budget and general operations specific to audit, management, school calendar, evaluation of the Director of Ed-

ucation, as well as political action whenever required.

As Trustee, Bob provided direction on policies and procedures that prepared students to become good citizens for our communities and country, with the CSCP boasting the highest Grade 12 graduation rate in Ontario for the past 2 years. Robert’s goal is to maintain a strong French school system and with your help, he will continue to represent the needs of Chatham-Kent families.

2-STREAM Recycling Guide 2-Stream recycling means you separate paper products from all other recyclables. Use two containers, black box for fibres (e.g. beverage cartons, paper & boxboard) and blue box for all other acceptable recyclables. Place all excess paper including small amounts of shredded paper in an un-tied plastic/ paper grocery bag in or beside your fibre recycling box.

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STREAM 1

Food, Beverage & Liquid Containers

Fibre Products In Black Box Only

Blue Box Only

Paper Beverage Cartons: includes milk, juice & Tetra Pak cartons, drink boxes, paper hot beverage paper cups.

Do not recycle foil pouches (i.e. Koolaid Jammers), aluminum foil lined containers (e.g. wine), etc.

Glass Bottles and Jars:

Household Paper/Newspaper, Catalogues, Books, and Telephone Books:

Aluminum/Steel Cans Plus Empty Aerosol/Paint Cans

Please remove food and rinse.

Do not recycle broken glass, drinking glasses, dishes, cups, other ceramics, window glass, light bulbs, mirrors, pottery, glass pots & pans.

Please remove food & rinse. Do not recycle coat hangers, pots, needles, batteries and hazardous waste.

includes mail, white & coloured paper, envelopes, hard (remove the cover) and soft cover books, glossy publications, inserts/flyers.

Do not recycle waxed, foil, laminated or gift wrap paper, or fast food waxed soft drink cups.

Aluminum Foil Containers and Foil:

Paper Egg Cartons and Boxboard:

Plastic Bottles, Jugs and Tubs:

Pie plates, trays/baking pans and take-out food containers. Please remove/rinse food and flatten.

Now accepting more plastic household rigid containers and tubs with numbers

such as cereal, tissue, detergent, cracker and shoe boxes.

Remove liners and flatten.

through on the bottom of the container, including clamshells and cleaning product containers.

Cardboard Boxes:

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Break down, flatten and tie in bundles no larger than 75 cm x 75 cm x 20 cm (30” x 30” x 8”). Please remove food residue and liners from pizza boxes.

The following materials DO NOT belong in your Blue or Black Boxes:

Styrofoam Containers (foam containers like coffee cups, egg cartons and protective foam packaging)

Foil pouches (i.e.

Koolaid Jammers), aluminum foil lined containers (e.g. wine), etc.

Waxed Boxboard (frozen food packaging, ice cream containers, etc.)

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Do not recycle toys, Styrofoam™, plastic wrap and bags, flowertrays, used oil containers, and unmarked plastics.

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Blue or Black Box Bloopers

Plastic Plant Pots and Trays

Shredded Paper Place in an un-tied plastic/paper grocery bag in or beside your fibre recycling box.

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Space provided through a partnership between industry and Ontario municipalities to support waste diversion programs.

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