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Falling victim to the Drainage Act

Drop-in session successful at the Stoney Point Community Park pavilion

Comber residents feel the pain over a 15-inch drainage pipe By Devan Mighton It's not something you ever want arriving in your mailbox - a bill for $21,000. Ron Chappus experienced a jolt to reality when he recently opened a bill from the Municipality of Lakeshore. In August 2017, he had attended a public meeting over the future of an eight-inch clay pipe that ran across his 300 ft. property frontage on Ford St. in Comber, feeding the Goatbe Drain. Today, at 77 years old, the retiree is flitting a bill for about $21,000 that he feels is unfairly his. "They had this so-called meeting at the end of the street and about five or six people were there," recalls Chappus. "Basically, what they told us was that the old drain has been in there about 60 years, maybe, and it was getting so dilapidated, it was getting plugged up, just an old eightinch tile and it was collapsing." The drainage commissioner at the

time recommended that the pipe be replaced with what ended up being a 15-inch pipe. "Then they had this meeting with the engineer and he was discussing what they were going to do," says Chappus. "The next year, bango, they were here and they put it in." The original cost was to be around $381,000, but ended up coming in five per cent over at about $401,000. He says that when the COVID-19 pandemic started, communication between the residents and the Municipality faded until the work crews came to install the pipe. He was also informed of his share, which he says is biting deeply into his retirement funds. "I'm 77 years old. I've been retired for 13 years, and I worked for 50 years, and I've tried to put money away for our savings - I did that and they came along and took $21,000 out of my bank account - that hurts!" DRAINAGE ACT. PAGE 03

Students from Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Elementary School and École élémentaire catholique Saint-Paul, provided input related to their visions for the future of Stoney Point Community Park.

By Matt Weingarden Staff Reporter The Municipality of Lakeshore hosted members of the community to help create a vision for the future of Stoney Point Community Park at a visioning session held in early June. Participants were asked to review material and provide feedback with regards to current park usage, what they liked and disliked about the park, as well as their vision for the future of the park and potential multi-use community hub facility. Information gathered during the

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drop-in session, as well as responses from an online survey launched in March, will guide the design of a park concept plan, was presented to the public for another round of community input. “We had a great turnout. We had 60 participants "check-in" with an estimated 30-40 additional attendees,” said said Alex Denonville, team leader of civic engagement for the Municipality of Lakeshore. “We also had the opportunity to engage some of the parents, guardians, and organizers from Stoney Point Soccer, who are some of the frequent users of the park.” The in-person attendance also complemented the community visioning survey, which received over 170 responses. Denonville says there was plenty of discussion and feedback from participants, which served to identify new ideas and areas of concern, as well as give more context to the survey responses we had already received. “Hosting the event in the park also

helped by allowing our staff and consultants to see what attendees were providing feedback about.” he added. The two local schools, Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Elementary School and École élémentaire catholique Saint-Paul, provided input related to their visions for the future of Stoney Point Community Park. “The students are frequent visitors, and also the next generation of the community, so we saw an opportunity to engage them in the long-term planning for the park,” said Denonville. “Their work was also featured during the community visioning session, which provided inspiration and a bit of fun for the session attendees. Overall, it was a great success and something we hope to do more of in the future.” Denonville says the next step in the process will see consultants create draft concept plans for the park, which will be presented for more feedback via online survey and community open house.

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Falling victim to the Drainage Act DRAINAGE ACT. FROM PAGE 01

he exclaims. "I could have done a lot of other things with that $21,000." Chappus was given the option to pay it outright, or add the cost to his taxes for a five or 10-year period. Some residents, who didn't even have work done on their properties, found out they were on the hook for large sums of money due to their properties being serviced by the Goatbe Drain. Unfortunately for Chappus and his neighbours, Lakeshore is bound to the same rules as every other community in the province. The antiquated and often despised Drainage Act, much like the Municipal Act, gives exact directives to municipalities as to what they can and cannot do when they discover a drain is busted. Lakeshore Ward 5 Coun. Kirk Walstedt served as the chair of the Provincial Drainage Tribunal for over a decade and says he feels Chappus' pain. "The municipality has no leeway, whatsoever, when it comes to the Drainage Act," he explains. "It's a separate piece of legislation that the municipality has to implement and

provide staffing for." "The municipalities are simply a party, like the other property owners are. We paid into [Goatbe Drain] because it's at the road. I think it was our road superintendent who called it in for repair, but, when I read the report, it hadn't been done since 1957 - which is a long, long time for a municipal drain." Walstedt adds that these issues don't even go before council, but instead the legislated Drainage Committee, but he says that the Municipality's staff and engineer do the best job they can do - despite high costs. He also adds that if the Municipality doesn't follow the letter of the law, then they become liable. "I feel really bad for people, but it's based on their frontage and what waters go into it," says Walstedt. "We have to follow the Drainage Act and its details and criteria or we end up before the Drainage Tribunal" "I feel really bad for people because it happens quite often. I'm at the top end of my drain and I pay more than anybody else because my water has

further to go than anybody else's." He adds that there are a pair of appeal processes that the landowner can use during the process of assessment. To the Drainage Tribunal when the initial report is made public and again, when assessments are given, to the Court of Revision. Not shockingly, a number of residents on Ford St. are frustrated and overwhelmed at the cost of the project. "I don’t understand why this was shoved through during the COVID period,” states resident Tom Lyons. "Communication from the Municipality’s end has been bad. It takes a very long time for them to even respond to our calls and email requests.” Lyons says he understands that the drain needs to be repaired, but shouldn’t be done on the backs of tax-paying residents, by a Municipality hiding behind an outdated Drainage Act. However, the Municipality contests the assertment that their communication was lacking and says that they followed the Act as legislated. According to a timeline provided

by the Municipality, Council directed Administration sign Section 78 of the Drainage Act to undertake improvements on the drain on Feb. 10, 2017. Just over a month later, Council approved the appointment of an engineer to prepare a report on the drain, its needed improvements, and potential costs. In July, a notice was sent to all assessed property owners, relaying to them the need for improvements to the drain and that a meeting was scheduled. Then, on Aug. 3, an in-person meeting was held with the property owners to review improvements. Fast-forward until just after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. On Sept. 17, 2020, the engineer's report and a Drainage Board meeting notice was mailed to the property owners. On Oct. 5, the meeting was held virtually due to the pandemic and outlined the report and estimated costs. A month later, Council passed a bylaw to provisionally adopt the report at Council meeting and on Nov. 16, a notice was sent to the property owners about the upcoming Court of Revision meeting, which was

held on Dec. 7, to discuss the cost of improvements and to be approved by the court. On Jan 12, 2021, the bylaw was adopted by Council and two months later they awarded the tender to a contractor. On May 19, the notice for the beginning of construction was mailed to the property owners by the Municipality. "I can understand the frustration of those who are financially impacted by the work on this drain," said Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain. "However, the municipality has an obligation under the Drainage Act to ensure our drainage systems are functioning properly to protect both public and private property, as well as our infrastructure, such as roads." "The drainage improvement process, as set out in the Drainage Act, requires that several notices be delivered to impacted property owners. These notices are sent at key points throughout the process and are in addition to the number of public meetings in which these items are discussed."

Welcome to Sir Richard’s Wine and Alehouse – Essex County’s only knighted kitchen! By Matt Weingarden Staff Reporter You don’t have to cross the pond to get an authentic British pub experience. Tecumseh’s Sir Richard’s Wine and Alehouse, located at 11828 Tecumseh Rd. E, is open for business post pandemic. But, it hasn’t been an easy path to forge. Just as the newly knighted English style pub opened for business, the pandemic hit, forcing owner/operator Neil Vaseleniuck to re-think his business plan and to move to takeout meal options. It was a bit of a bumpy start with Neil having to buy his partner out and do some realignment. He made the decision to see the project through, starting with indoor renovations and adding a large outdoor patio with deck, garden and waterfall at the 11828 Tecumseh Rd. East location. What makes Sir Richard’s a destination? “Well, it already had the look and feel of an English pub,” said Vaseleniuck. “You don’t see a lot of places with pub fare, we wanted to pres-

ent high end menu options in a tradition atmosphere.” If you are a fan of local music, Sir Richards offers entertainment every Friday and Saturday afternoons and evenings. “We offer some great food and drink at reasonable prices, considering there are a number of restaurant options along Tecumseh Road,” said Vaseleniuck. “We also have nice steady support from our regulars.” And, the menu? The pub is in the midst of tweaking its menu, after the recent addition of general manager Rick Wilkinson, who brings vast culinary experience working at Caesars Windsor and two local golf courses. “I love a pub,” said Wilkinson, a graduate of the St. Clair College Culinary Program. “It’s a fun place to hang out, have a few drinks and order some food.” Wilkinson says that offering tradition pub fare such as classic fish and chips, sandwiches and wraps…as well as the classic roast beef dinner. A new specialty includes a chicken club with all the fixings.

In honour of his late daughter Olivia, who passed away last November, Neil Vaseleniuck has established the ‘Knight’s Wish Foundation.’ Olivia was studying to become a teacher and planning a trip to Tanzania to help children live a better life. “Through the Knight’s Wish Foundation, a plan is underway to fulfill her goal and mission to continue the work to build a school project in Tanzania,” said Vaseleniuck. “We are launching a golf tournament this July to help raise funds to make Olivia’s dream come true.” The Rotary project, spearheaded through Dr. Clinton Beckford, will see a classroom named in Olivia’s honour. Neil is inviting you to help support the endeavour by participating with a foursome, sponsoring a hole or making a donation. The tournament takes place on Saturday July 23rd at Sutton Creek Golf Course. Golf tournament registration application can be picked up at Sir Richards.

An authentic British pub experience awaits at Sir Richard’s Wine and Alehouse. From left; Server Stephanie Chornoby, general manager Rick Wilkinson, Alicia Bruner and owner Neil Vaseleniuck.

“Its just wholesome good food at a fair price,” Wilkinson said. “We envision a comfortable place with a family friendly atmosphere, a place that customers can come a couple of times a week….or enjoy everyday.” Wilkinson’s philosophy as a chef? “I like to keep it simple and consistent. Use wholesome ingredients with a focus on keeping it local as possible…and prepare it very well,” said Wilkinson, who recommends the battered fish made with an inhouse brewed beer.” “We had a women come three times last week just for the fish,” laughed Wilkinson. “That makes me happy and tells me we’re doing it right.” The pub recently started offering a popular breakfast menu on the weekends. Wilkinson believes in building a solid team of employees both in the kitchen and front of house. “It’s important for staff to be happy…that happiness is contagious. We’re building a staff that believes in helping one another based on mutual

respect,” added Wilkinson. Vaseleniuck adds that they are a very sports - oriented pub, entertaining post-game hockey, baseball and soccer teams. Sir Richards also boasts 14 indoor televisions and two on the patio carrying all major sporting events. “We have a solid group of British ex-pats that regularly stop in to catch the latest football matches,” said Vaseleniuck. “Especially around tournament time….you won’t miss a game here.” Vaseleniuck is a long-time entrepreneur, who owned a restaurant in Nova Scotia. He moved back to his hometown of Windsor and opened up “Cheers to You,” an award- winning fermentation estate to make your own wine. Vaseleniuck is a big supporter of community, serving as a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Rotary Club. He recently created the Knight’s Wish Foundation, dedicated to his daughter Olivia, who passed away last November. Vaseleniuck has

started an annual golf tournament in her memory, which will take place on July 23rd. He says that applications for the tourney are still being accepted and can be found at the pub or online. “Money raised from this year’s event will go towards building new classrooms for children in Tanzania,” he added. Drop in and try a Bumbling Knight Porter: Vaseleniuck says he’s looking forward to the next phase in the pub’s growth planning to offer wine on tap and continuing to offer beer brewed on location. “We currently offer the Bumbling Knights Porter and the Branson Blonde,” said Vaseleniuck. Stay tuned for information regarding a weekend outdoor market to be held on the restaurant grounds. “It’s the perfect atmosphere with a neighbourhood feel,” said Vaseleniuck. “Come out and give us a try!” Check out their website at sirrichards.net or on Facebook at Sir Richard’s Wine and Alehouse.

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Drone technology to take flight Wilder Side of the Law at St. Clair College this fall Don’t forget to

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Drone Technology and Media Production courses will be offered as part of the Journalism and Public Relations programs at St. Clair College this fall. – Source: St. Clair College

Students entering the Journalism and Media Convergence programs in Fall 2022 at the St. Clair College MediaPlex will have an innovative class added to their program curriculum – Drone Technology and Media Production. Once used exclusively by the military, remotely piloted aircraft are now employed in an extensive list of applications and uses. These include aerial photography for journalism and film, emergency rescue, real estate marketing, wildlife and historical conservation, agriculture and outer space. Media specialists use drones to cover bombed-out places in war zones, sporting events, marketing videos and filming in remote or

inaccessible regions. Journalism and Media Convergence coordinator Veronique Mandal said she believes this course will give students in those programs another skill to market when seeking employment. “Media graduates today have to be able to take a diverse skill set with them when they graduate and look for work in a competitive field,” said Mandal. “We see the addition of Drone to the curriculum giving them an edge and making them even more marketable. Many of our graduates find unique jobs in non-traditional media and we want to provide them with every opportunity to be successful.” One of those non-traditional media careers is in the real estate

field. Jump Realty Inc. Brokerage is donating two drones for use in the Journalism and Public Relations programs, as well as providing new internship opportunities for MediaPlex students and a scholarship. The course will be taught by technology experts and a licensed pilot. “Our curriculum is reviewed and updated on a frequent basis, and we are always keeping an eye on innovations we know will benefit our students,” said Jimmy Parsons, chair of the School of Media Art and Design. “This new Drone course will certainly bring excitement into the programs, but I think it will also be a tremendous asset to our students when they graduate.”

By Steven Wilder A friend of mine who practices another area of law, recently helped a family member with their dog bite claim and got a settlement for them. They were telling me the basics of the claim and how the injuries were healed now. In their mind, the claim was simple. The dog bit their family member, the law says a dog owner is responsible for injuries caused by the dog, and the dog owner had insurance to pay the claim. What could go wrong? “Did you remember to pay OHIP?”, I asked with a raised eyebrow. As my friend began to explain to

me that healthcare is free in Ontario (as if I am from Mars), they stopped mid sentence when they saw the seriousness in my eyes. Their confidence turned to nervousness. “You have to pay back OHIP?” they asked, with worry now replacing the previous confidence in their voice. “Yup.” I explained that paying back OHIP (or the Ministry of Health and LongTerm Care) is a requirement for most personal injury claims. It is called subrogation and essentially requires that OHIP be reimbursed for the costs paid to treat the injured individual. Sometimes these costs are a few hundred dollars and other times they are tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars (overnight hospital stays are not cheap FYI). The notion of repaying these amounts seems like a money-grab to most people. However, when you remember that insurance companies profit off premiums and not paying claims, while OHIP is our taxpayer money, your view will likely change. Further, the insurance companies will pay OHIP, on top of whatever amount they will pay the injured individual. It’s really a win-win for the ‘taxpayer-accident victim’ and personally, I like winning. As for my friend, they are sticking to real estate law.

At Royal 47, Golf is fun! Gem of the County’ touted as next go to destination for hitting the links By Matt Weingarden Staff Reporter Royal 47 is a public mature golf course located in the heart of Windsor-Essex County conveniently at 7044 9th Concession Rd., in Maidstone. Recently the course has undergone new ownership and management by the 47 Group of Companies, with a focus on bringing quality golfing conditions at an affordable price. Course general manager Allan Stanley says they are looking to blow up the stigma that golf is a game for the elite and high class. His goal is to grow the game. “Coming out of the pandemic, people have choices now. Our vision and goal is all about value. Value for your money, affordability and accessible…just fun,” said Stanley, who oversees the operation. Golf is Fun! “Our slogan is Golf is Fun. We’re not on television, we’re not getting paid big bucks…I want this to be known as the place to have fun.” said Stanley. “The more money it costs, the better the golf…its simply not true,” says Stanley. “You don’t need to dress up for golf…we’re going to strip away the misnomer that you need to act or

talk a certain way. We’re just playing a sport that we love.” “Who says you can’t play golf in flip flops and wearing your hat backwards,” laughed Stanley. Play your music, have a couple of beers.” Formerly known as “Royal Estate G.C.,” the course at the Royal Estate Golf Club facility features all the hallmarks of Ontario golf. The course opened in 1985 by Robert Nesbit who has retired as the Golf Professional/Manager. Making the golf experience comfortable Avid golfer or not, Stanley says his goal is to make people comfortable…there is no looking over your shoulder, or wondering what others are thinking of you. Stanley describes the course as a bit tricky, short, built for beginners and intermediate players…a challenge. They have a large number of ladies and seniors who play the course everyday. Each shot has value, explains Stanley, using very club in your bag…. the sign of a good course. “We are trying to bring value to the consumer. Golf can be expensive, we want to provide a place that is affordable and accessible,” said Stanley. “Right now, we are the least expensive place to play golf in Essex County,” said Stanley. “And, I plan to keep it that way.”

Location, location, location. “We are literally in the middle of the county, 20 minutes from Lakeshore, LaSalle, Amherstburg…we have leagues that specifically pick our location because it allows residents from across the county to gather, get in a few rounds and get home at a reasonable hour,” said Stanley. The course measures 5694 total yards from the longest tees and features three sets of tees for different skill levels, as well, the greens and fairways are bent. The course employs a small, solid team of experienced individuals, which makes Stanley’s job easier. Dan Ardley, greens superintendent within the business for 50 years, says they are working on many improvements to the course. New irrigation lines, drainage and teeing areas are top of the wish list. Proper drainage results in less revenue lost during rainy days. Stanley is convinced that word of mouth is his best ally in promoting the course “The feedback we are getting is outstanding, they tell friends, and we’re getting solid repeat business. In a couple of years, I’m convinced that we’re going to be the destination to golf in Essex County.” He said. “We are not trying to reinvent the wheel. We are making improvements

Cole Peterson, Joe Dias and Karl Peterson enjoy a round of golf at the newly re-opened Royal 47 Golf Course located in the heart of Essex County. Cole, 22, has been an avid golfer at the course since he was a child. Karl shares he has been golfing at the course for the better part of 30 years.

every day to make the golf experience better,” said Stanley. “And, people are noticing.” Stanley, who has competed on the pro circuit and educated at Gannon University in Erie Pennsylvania on a scholarship, has been around the game for most of his life. Managing the course was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up and after working many different jobs over the years, feels he has come full circle…an opportunity to give back to the game that has given him so much. That old adage saying “If you love what you do, you don’t work a day in your life…its true,” laughed Stanley. Community is important to Stanley, as well as the ownership group. His plans include making the course a hub and home for junior golfers, eventually offering clinics and tournaments for teenagers and younger players.

Growing the game is a major goal of Stanleys, as well as getting involved in charity events across the county. Strong leadership Allan says he is thrilled to be working with such a strong, smart group of owners. The support and autonomy Stanley has been given by the 47 Group of Companies is tremendous. “They are a smart group of investors and so good to work with. They purchased the land as an investment and were able to see the possibilities of the opportunity are endless,” Stanley added. “This is a hidden gem, you won’t get better value for your money,” said Stanley. “Come, have fun, bring your friends and family. Golf is fun.” Visit www.royal47golf.com to book your tee time

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Gold Staus for École Secondaire Catholique l'Essor The Windsor-Essex Country Health Unit is excited to celebrate École secondaire catholique l'Essor in Tecumseh for achieving Gold status in the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association Healthy Schools Certification Program for the 2021/2022 school year. This certification process recognizes and celebrates school communities for promoting and enhancing the health and well-being of students, school staff, and the broader community. During the 2021/2022 school year, 252 schools across Ontario participated in OPHEA’s 4-Step Healthy Schools Process to work towards a Bronze, Silver, or Gold level of certification. École secondaire catholique l'Essor from the Conseil scolaire catholique Providence were honoured with receiving the OPHEA Gold Status certification, and were the sole recipient of certification within our region for the 2021/2022

school year. Under the direction of Vice Principal Grant Rivard, the school formed the OPHEA Healthy Schools Certification Committee. This group consisted of staff and students from Student Council, the school paper, l’Envol, and clubs Allions l’Essor, Jack.org, as well as the History & Environment groups. Their primary focus was the topic of mental health. This focus allowed the school to highlight existing supports for students, and engaged students in mental health initiatives by hosting school presentations, participating in the #JeSuisÀTonCôté campaign, and creating gratitude and positive affirmation murals, just to list a few. “Mental health needs have increased during the pandemic. Students need to be equipped with stress management strategies and know the organizations that are there to support them in times of difficulty and crisis” said vice principal Grant Rivard. "We are proud to receive gold

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From left; Mark Couture, Conrad McCall, Grant Rivard, Kelly Lawrenson and Genevieve and École secondaire catholique l'Essor students recognized for achieving Gold status in the Ontario Physical and Health Education Association Healthy Schools Certification Program for the 2021/2022 school year.

certification and the recognition for continued efforts in the development of the wellbeing of all of our students." The WECHU recognized this achievement of École secondaire

catholique l'Essor with a commemorative plaque. The school’s commitment and dedication to promoting a healthy lifestyle is the cornerstone of building a broader healthy community.

Did you know that Essex County Mayflies - the canary is one of North America’s premier in a coalmine Are they June bugs, fishflies or mayflies? bird-watching locations? The diverse habitats found here in W-E and the unique geography of the region attract hundreds of thousands of migratory birds on the move each spring — and equally as remarkable — each fall. Use the Birding Guide to learn more about the types of birds that you can easily spot in Windsor Essex and on Pelee Island, plus learn which bird species to look out for in each season. Home to Point Pelee National Park, Holiday Beach and Hillman Marsh Conservation Areas, and Ojibway Park, our parks and conservation areas provide important resting areas as these birds make their long journeys, and they offer year-round habitat for non-migratory birds. Conservation areas are equipped with convenient parking areas and pleasant trails and good viewing areas, and some have viewing towers to experience the pleasure of birding. Please respect rules and safety guidelines put in place at some of our primary birding spots. Birding in Windsor Essex: While typically each spring and

fall our primary birding spots are busy with people trying to catch a glimpse of the many bird species, this year we are encouraging you to discover more right in your own backyard! There are many great ways to make your yard more welcoming to our feathered friends including providing food, shelter and water. Keep your eyes peeled as early songbird migration starts in early March with the return of waterfowl, and shorebirds follow in April. Within weeks, full migration occurs with the arrival of numerous colourful species in May. Spot

hawks and raptors each Fall. What will you spot? Play along with our Birding Bingo to see how many winged visitors you can see during your birding adventures this year! Fall Monarch Migration Each Fall many of our popular birding sites along the South shore, especially within Point Pelee National Park, are great for monarch viewing as they migrate south to Mexico. Stay tuned to Point Pelee National Park’s Facebook & Twitter for daily monarch counts as migration typically starts mid-September.

Ordinance removed from Caille Avenue property On Monday, June 20, members from the Lakeshore Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police were called to a property on Caille Avenue in the Municipality of Lakeshore. The property owner contacted police after they had discovered a military ordinance in the sand on the shores of Lake St. Clair. An ordinance is defined as military supplies and can include weapons, ammunition, combat vehicles, maintenance tools and other military equipment. OPP contacted the Department of National Defence where members

from the Canadian Forces Base Borden attended the location and removed the ordinance without incident. Due to the condition of the ordinance, the age and possible origin

of it will be difficult to determine. If you see something that looks like a military ordinance, there are safety procedure you can follow to stay safe. ● Don't touch it ● Note the location and leave the area ● Call 911 or local police Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www. catchcrooks.com.

By Matt Weingarden They blanket Essex County’s waterfront communities every year. And while mayflies they are a nuisance, their presence is a great indicator of the health of our great lakes. Kenneth Drouillard, professor at the University of Windsor’s Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research, has been studying the species for more than 20 years and helps to correct any misinformation about the annual invasion. “Though there are many types mayflies, we are seeing two types presently,” he said. “They are the Hexagenia limbate and and Variegata species in the family Ephemeridae.” The mayfly, sometimes referred to as fishflies because of their odour are an important food source for fish and birds, and according to Drouillard have blanketed the region for thousands of years. “The small-winged ephemeral mayflies that usually come out around June or July live typically for about two years,” explained Dr. Drouillard. He says the larvae or nymphs basically live in the sediment below the lake waters for two summers and

then “over a two or three-day period, emerge from the lakes and fly to the nearest landmass, where they mate and die.” “Basically, they’re just here to reproduce.” said Drouillard. Because mayflies are very sensitive to oxygen levels in water, they are great indicators of the health of our lakes. “Mayflies are kind of like the canary in the coal mine for the aquatic ecosystem,” he said. “If you find mayflies present, then it means that there’s sufficient oxygen and food resources to support our fisheries.” In the past, the species was almost driven to extinction in this area. “Sewage and bacteria robbed the bottom of the lakes of oxygen and so in the 1950s and 60s mayflies were rare. The population recovered in the 1980s, when lake water qualities were addressed,” said Droulliard. He adds that we aren’t the only region plagued by the species - mayflies are found right across North America except in Alaska and Arizona. “My advice is to be patient - the insects are only around for a brief period. They are an essential part of our ecosystem,” said Droulliard, “Sweep them up. They make great compost.”

06 | June 29, 2022

People suffer as climate disrupters rake in massive profits

By David Suzuki The lineage of our human species has survived for several million years thanks to a wondrous, interconnected evolution of factors resulting in air to breathe, water to drink and plants, fungi, animals and minerals for food, shelter, tools and clothing. For most of that time, our ancestors lived in relative harmony with the shared natural world. Life wasn’t always easy, but people lived within the limits of what the planet and its stable cycles of water, oxygen, carbon, nitrogen and more could support. Now, with our accelerating numbers, appetites and hubris, we’ve upset the balance, putting ourselves and most life at risk. We’ve lost our way, our place in nature. For many years, blinded by rapid technological progress and benefits, we could perhaps be forgiven for our inability to see the true picture, despite warnings from those whose analyses found flaws in our methods and thinking. But today’s increasing environmental crises were largely preventable. We’ve known about the “greenhouse effect” since at least 1824, when French mathematician Joseph Fourier described the way gases in our atmosphere retain heat that would otherwise be emitted back into space, maintaining relatively stable conditions for life. Since then, many scientists have

demonstrated that pumping increasing amounts of gases like carbon dioxide and methane — mainly by burning coal, oil and gas — would trap even more radiation, heating the atmosphere and planet. Profit-driven consumerism in the wealthier world, especially North America, spurred a car-centric lifestyle that promoted burning ever greater amounts of valuable carbon stored in coal, oil and gas — as scientists became increasingly alarmed. By 1977, the U.S. Office of Science and Technology Policy sent a memo to President Jimmy Carter titled “Release of Fossil CO2 and the Possibility of a Catastrophic Climate Change.” Noting that “the atmospheric concentration of CO2 is now 12 percent above the pre-industrial revolution level and may grow to 1.5 to 2.0 times that level within 60 years,” the memo warned that this would “induce a global climatic warming of anywhere from 0.5 to 5°C” which “could be catastrophic and calls for an impact assessment of unprecedented importance and difficulty.” Some of the memo was based on space, atmospheric and ocean research produced for President Lyndon Johnson in 1965, which found burning fossil fuels was adding “billions of tons” of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere. The solution, according to the memo, was to develop a long-term energy strategy that included conservation, nuclear power and, for “insurance against over-reliance on a nuclear-energy economy,” research into solar, biomass and other renewable sources. Seeing a threat to their enormously lucrative activities, industry executives mounted a full-scale campaign to deny, downplay or cause confusion about the growing evidence that their actions threaten our survival — a campaign that’s ongoing. With atmospheric CO2 levels now

more than 50 per cent higher and global average temperature at least 1.1 C warmer than the pre-industrial era, we’re seeing the impacts: heat domes, extreme weather, droughts, floods, sea level rise, refugee crises, species extinction… the list goes on, and it will get worse unless we stop burning fossil fuels. Yet, a Guardian investigation shows that, with government complicity, the world’s largest fossil fuel companies are planning scores of major “oil and gas projects that would drive the climate past internationally agreed temperature limits with catastrophic global impacts.” Canada is one of “the countries with the biggest expansion plans and the highest number of carbon bombs” and has some of the highest subsidies for fossil fuel companies. Meanwhile, fossil fuel executives are gleeful at the massive amounts of money they’re hoarding, even as most people are feeling the pinch of rising fuel prices. BP CEO Bernard Looney — whose pay more than doubled from 2020 to 2021 to almost US$6 million because of rising oil and gas prices — described his company as a “cash machine,” while company chief financial officer Murray Auchincloss said in a February speech, “Certainly, it’s possible that we’re getting more cash than we know what to do with.” We still have time — and solutions — to slow the consequences of climate disruption and resolve the crisis, but our window of opportunity is getting narrower by the day. We need to put an end to the greed and excess and find our way to a better, safer future for all. David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. Written with contributions from David Suzuki Foundation Senior Writer and Editor Ian Hanington. Learn more at davidsuzuki.org.

Fun ways to keep kids learning all summer long

Chances are the kids in your life are feeling excited about summer. It should be a time to relax and play after another school year. That said, learning isn’t confined to school and summer doesn’t need to be constant down time. So, how do you help kids of all ages keep up momentum in learning over the summer break? Here are a few ideas: Gamify reading Set up incentives to help inspire reading. It can be as simple as stickers on a chart for every book read, working towards a larger reward like a special outing, a toy, a treat. Or, it could be as detailed as a full-blown competition that lasts all summer long. Make the rules ahead of time and follow up regularly with encouragement and conversation about what they chose to read and why. Check out the library for some inspiration and all the reading material they could need. Try to stump the adults Challenge kids to ask a science-based question that they think an adult will not know the answer to. Incentives can come into play here if they successfully stump the adult, but often the thrill of being right is more than enough of a reward. With younger children, work together to find the answers you don’t know, and ask older children to be prepared to show a source for the correct solution. Play a trivia game, community edition Ask your kids to come up with trivia questions about a community, either their own or anywhere in Canada. This game has two parts; the first is finding facts to turn into questions, and the second is presenting the questions to someone, like a parent or sibling, to answer. The fact-finding can be done together or independently using free online resources like newly-released census data on community makeup, population size, number of houses, etc. They’ll enjoy sharing new knowledge with adults and the chance to be the teacher rather than the student. At the same time, they’ll gain some valuable research skills disguised in the game. News Canada Find out how to use free census data at statcan.gc.ca/census

What higher interest means when buying a home As inflation rises, many of us are adjusting our expectations of what we can afford in all areas of life. With rising interest rates accompanying this rise in inflation, you might be wondering what these changes mean for the housing market, and your current or future mortgage. Here’s what you need to know:

If you opt for a fixed-rate mortgage, in which the interest rate on your mortgage stays fixed at an agreed-upon rate for an agreed-upon term, that means higher interest rates will have no effect on the amount you pay each month. These rates may be higher to begin with than with variable-rate mortgages.

Mortgage choices matter Rising interest rates have a different effect on mortgage payments depending on the type of mortgage you choose. If you go for a variable-rate mortgage, in which interest on your mortgage varies based on the lending bank’s prime interest rate, your monthly payments may rise with higher interest rates. Or instead, a larger portion of your usual monthly payment may go towards interest rather than the principal.

Pre-approval locks in your rate Getting pre-approved for a mortgage means you can lock in a fixed interest rate while you’re house hunting. Not only does this give you an advantage in bids that happen fast, as well as give you time for due diligence on a property, it also means you can lock in the current interest rate, or sometimes even a promotional one, for a specified amount of time. Currently, the bank offering the longest Canadian mortgage rate guarantee is

BMO, with their 130-day guarantee. This means that if rates go up, you’ll get to keep your original low rate. Stress test benefits When you purchase a home in Canada today, you must pass a stress test to qualify for a mortgage – no matter the size of your down payment. Introduced in 2018, the stress test means that you must qualify for a mortgage at a higher rate than your lender is offering. The current minimum qualifying rate is 5.25% or the rate offered by your lender plus two per cent if that’s higher than the minimum qualifying rate. While this test may affect the amount of home you can afford to purchase, passing the mortgage stress test helps build in cushion that accounts for interest rates that might

rise a point or two. Of course, it’s up to you to keep that cushion accessible after purchasing your home, but the stress test can be a good reminder to

be prepared for rising interest rates. Since everyone’s financial situation is unique, it’s best to get personalized advice from an expert. – NC

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Lakeshore Canadiens claim their fifth Schmalz Cup championship in franchise history By John Humphrey The Lakeshore Canadiens followed up on one of their most successful Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) seasons ever by capturing their fifth Schmalz Cup title in franchise history on May 15. The Canadiens finished the 20212022 regular season with a 28-2-2 record en-route to capturing another Stobbs Division regular season championship. They proceeded to continue to dominate their opposition in the post-season. “We started out the regular season by winning our first 24 games. We knew that we were going to be strong again this season, but we didn't expect to be that strong,” candidly admitted longtime Canadiens general manager Mark Seguin in reference to his team not losing until they dropped a 6-4 decision to the Essex 73s on April 8 at the Essex Centre Complex. “Everything went smoothly right from the opening face-off of our first game of the regular season. “We have had a great leadership group with this team, there were no controversies at all,” he continued. “There have been no headaches to

deal with. The Lakeshore Canadiens' leadership group for the 2021-22 season consisted of team captain Dylan Weston and assistant captains Jake Nimmo, Parker Jacques, Dean Albano and Eric Larue. “These are all guys who have been with us for quite some time, and they have won some championships with us,” Seguin pointed out. “They all took the bull by the horn and have lead our team collectively. But there were some issues not of the players or management with the Canadiens have all had to contend with during a junior hockey season being played during a pandemic. “We've had so many stops and starts to the season, and we've had to schedule and re-schedule some games and practices and that has been rough to contend with at times,” Seguin pointed out. “When our league was shut down in January, it was quite a concern. Since the PJHL lost time during to the Covid shutdown early in 2022, league officials made the decision to shorten the play-offs and institute a round robin tournament that would have the league's four conference

play-off champions compete to determine the best Junior C hockey team in Ontario. Teams would play one tournament game at home before moving to finish the play-off round at a neutral site at the University of Guelph. After the Canadiens played their last regular season game before the holiday break on December 18 (vs Wallaceburg), they did not play their next game until February 3 (against Petrolia) due to Covid concerns and the possibility of having another banner season canceled mid-season for the second time in three season was very real. However, Canadiens head coach Anthony Iaquinta did notice a minor issue with his team's performance for a game or two upon their return from the unexpected break in the regular season. “When we came back after being of for a month due to Covid protocols, I thought that our compete level was a little less than what it should have been,” he candidly admitted. “I think that Essex took advantage of that, and it was the biggest reason that we lost our first game of the regular season – and our first loss at home in three seasons – because of it.” The Canadiens lost their first

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game of the 2021-2022 PJHL regular season by dropping a 6-4 decision to the 73s in Essex on February 8 8 before dropping their second and last game in regulation in a 3-2 loss to Essex again ten days later. However, the issue of a perceived sub-par effort by players was quickly addressed by Iacquinta and his group

of talented assistant coaches and the Canadiens soon began to roll over their competition again. The stellar work of Iacquinta, by the way, did not go unnoticed by PJHL officials as he would go on to be named PJHL Coach of the Year after the conclusion of the league's regular season. CANADIENS, PAGE 11

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Schmalz Cup awarded after change in format By John Humphrey The decision to move to a round robin tournament to crown the Provincial Junior Hockey League's Schmalz Cup championship was made after lengthy deliberation by league officials. “The decision to hold a tournament was inevitable when the season was cut short due to the one month shut down due to Covid. There was a special general meeting at that tournament where there was a vote held to consider moving forward with it and it was decided that we will host the tournament again next season.,” said Mark Hgerman, the longtime Conference Manager for the PJHL's West Conference consisting of the Stobbs and Yeck Divisions in an e-mail to the Lakeshore News. “It it gives the league an opportunity to re-brand itself and involve partners and sponsors which will help grow the league during our re-branding.” According to Hagerman, there are ongoing meetings to decide if the PJHL will allow a team to host or be a host city or if the league will just pick another neutral spot that gives all the teams that are involved easy access including a venue that can accommodate such an event much like the University in Guelph. He added that the U of G would receive consideration again next season to serve as tournament host again next spring. He also said that it could be known by the start of the PJHL's 2022-2023 where the tournament will be held next spring. The reason that the University of Guelph could serve again as Schmalz Cup tournament host is because of its performance as host in May. “Obviously the tournament came into fruition late in the season and we had limited time to plan and gather sponsorship for the event. Our

Commissioner, Terrence Whiteside, the board of directors, the conference managers, our league secretary and numerous volunteers did a spectacular job with what they had to work with to pull the event off which was a success,” wrote Hagerman “ It was a learning process but we have compiled a list of things that need to be changed and or enhanced and we are excited and feel that the event next season will be even more successful and excepted by the teams that may not feel that it was in the league‘s best interest.” He added that some team might prefer the best-of-seven series hosted in their home ranks in front of their fans as it often is a great financial benefit to the teams that play out to the end and the league understands this and remain hopeful that we can make the tournament beneficial to all the teams, including the teams that would’ve potentially hosted the series at their own facility. Another venue that would receive consideration to host the next Schmalz Cup tourney is Windsor's WFCU Centre where the city could serve as the neutral host or the Canadiens could participate as the host team. That second possibility

could be quite strong as the defending champs from Lakeshore could have a significant numberof playrs returning next fall. Most definitely the WFCU is a consideration and would be a spectacular venue to host such an event, we will certainly be considering this as a possibility,” said Hagerman “ I, for one, would love to see the tournament be held there as I think it would be good for the league and the area and would be a great place to start promoting it to other cities that have similar facilities, “ Hagerman candidly admitted. “Of course I am hopeful that many options pop up to be considered for the coming years particularly if this is the direction the league moves going forward. We will be working very hard to prove to the member teams that this particular event will be very beneficial to all the member teams.” The tremendous job done by the WFCU Centre in hosting the 2017 Memorial Cup would be a significant plus in favour of the location landing any future Schmalz Cup hosting rights. The Spitfires and Canadiens are both owned by the Cypher Systems Group.

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Canadiens ownership group has a hat-trick of championship teams By John Humphrey While Dylan Weston's overtime goal lifted the Lakeshore Canadiens to a 3-2 win over the Clarington Eagles and clinched the 2022 Schmalz Cup, the marker also completed a hat-trick of championships for team owners John Savage, Stephen Savage and Brian Schwab of the The Cypher Systems Group (CSG). The Cypher Systems Group owns three teams and are believed to be the first junior hockey ownership group in Ontario to have won three provincial and national titles at three different levels of play. In addition to the Junior C Canadiens of the Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL), the group owns the Junior B LaSalle Vipers, who play in the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) and the Major Junior A Windsor Spitfires, who play in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) The Vipers won the Sutherland Cup in 2010 while being owned and operated by the Savages and partner Schwab and the Spitfires won their third and most recent Memorial Cup in 2017 with the same owners looking in on the festivities from the owner's box at the WFCU Centre. The giddy Cypher Systems boys did make it out on the ice to be part of the Spits championship team photo at centre ice though.

From left; John and Stephen Savage owners of the Cypher Systems Group. They own three local hockey clubs teams and are believed to be the first junior hockey ownership group in Ontario to have won three provincial and national titles at three different levels of play.

The Vipers were the first team to be acquired by the Cypher Systems Group in 2008 while the Canadiens were picked up in 2013 and the Savage brothers and Schwab became part owners of the Spitfires in that same year, along with Bob Boughner and Warren Rychel, who had owned the team along with Peter Dobrich, who was bought out at the same time. Boughner and Rychel were also were eventually bought out in subsequent years. The Cypher Systems Group made

their first venture into junior hockey ownership with the acquisition of the Junior B Tecumseh Chiefs, who were promptly re-branded as the Vipers and relocated to LaSalle. “I was sitting on the fundraising committee at the new Vollmer Centre in LaSalle, and a couple of my friends, Ron Seguin and Barry Yetman, thought it would be a great idea to buy a junior hockey team and have them play in the new rink,” recalled John Savage. “The Tecumseh Chiefs were up for sale at the time, so we bought the team and

moved them to LaSalle.” Seguin and Yetman were part of the original ownership team of the new LaSalle Vipers, along with Richard Ofner, who had owned a 25 per cent share of the Chiefs, retained that same stake with the Vipers. While Seguin and Yetman were eventually bought out, Ofner remains a part owner of the Vipers in 2022 and still serves as the team's Director of Hockey Operations with John Savage serving as the Vipers' president.

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Canadiens claim their fifth Schmalz Cup CANADIENS, FROM PAGE 07

“I think that award was for more than just my work and it was more of a recognition for our entire coaching staff, and not just myself,” he claimed. “When you surround yourself with quality assistant coaches, good things happen for your entire team, and I think our league's coach of the year award was a clear reflection of this. In addition to Iaquinta, the 20212022 Lakeshore coaching staff included Laine Parent, Dan Beaudoin, Milan Dobric and Ron Soucie. Dobric, who was in charge of the team's forwards and Soucie, who looked after the defence corps, co-oridinated the club's powerplay and penalty killing units and worked behind the bench with Iaquinta during games. After the conclusion of the PJHL regular season, the Canadiens opened the playoffs with a four-game sweep of the Wallaceburg Thunderhawks before taking out the Wheatley Omstead Sharks in six games and then eliminating the 73s also in six games in the Stobbs Division final series. Lakeshore then advanced to the PJHL Western Conference final series against the North Middlesex Stars, who they swept in four straight games to advance to the inaugural Schmalz Cup round robin tournament. In the big picture, losing two games to both the Sharks and the arch-rival 73s in the playoffs after his club had lost only two games during the regular season was not not overly troubling for the Canadiens gm. “Was losing those game a big

cause for concern? No, not really,” Seguin asked and answered. “Out of all those losses we really played poorly in one of the games, and that was our first loss to Wheatley.” In addition to being longtime legendary rivals, another big reason for Essex playing Lakeshore so tough during the recent PJHL regular season and playoffs was likely due to the fact that the 73s had no fewer than three former Canadiens players. Tycen Chittle, Matt Smith and Andrew Thoms all suited up for Essex in 2021-2022 after having played for Lakeshore for seasons. “There were a lot of gut-wrenching decisions that had to be made prior to the start of the regular season.,” Seguin claimed. “We simply had too many overage players available to us and not enough spots on our roster.” And Chittle, Smith and Thoms were all overage players, meaning that they were heading into their last season of junior hockey eligibility in the 2021-2022 campaign. Because the three players had contributed to the Canadiens' success both on and office the ice for a number of seasons, Seguin let the players pick the team or teams they could be traded to, and they all picked Essex as their next club. Seguin negotiated the deal with the 73s, with the Canadiens receiving significant cash considerations in return. After taking out the North Stars, the Canadiens' march to the Schmalz

Cup title continued with a win on the road over the Grimsby Peach Kings. “The first half of the game and while things were intense, it was also a feeling-out process for both teams,” Seguin recalled. “But in the second half of the game we finally found our skating legs and we managed to pull off a 3-2 which was huge for us to start off the round robin because it is never easy to go into that rink (Grimsby Peach Kings Centre) and win. “That game really boosted our confidence and the next night we came home to play Stayner. We played very well, and we jumped on them early and we scored the first four goals of the game on our way to a 5-1 win,” he continued. “When we score early in a game, we are a very difficult team to play against. “Our guys always seem to get stronger as the game progresses when we go up early.” After starting out the first of two weekends of the inaugural Schmalz Cup tournament with a pair of wins, the Canadiens took a couple of days off to re-charge before heading to Guelph to complete the round-robin portion of the tournament and they turned in one of the worst performances of the entire 2021-2022 seasons in a 4-1 loss to Clarington Eagles. Seguin was not shy nor did not mince words in his evaluation of his team's play in that game. “Clarington was by far the best team that we had played all season. They were ready and waiting for us and they really took it to us,” he

admitted candidly. “The final score of the game flattered us because it was never that close.” Despite the loss, the Canadiens were awarded the top seed heading into the tournament's two play-of games to be played on the weekend. Although Lakeshore and Clarington had identical 2-1 records after the round robin portion of the event, the Canadiens had the top spot due to a better goal differential. Lakeshore played their semi-final game on Saturday (May14) against the Peach Kings and emerged with a convincing 5-0 win to send them into the Schmalz Cup championship game the next day against an opponent that still had to be determined. The Canadiens ended up having a rematch with Clarington in the Schmalz Cup final. “Both teams were highly motivated and focused and we both emptied our tanks, so-to-speak,” Seguin claimed, matter-of-factly.” It ended up being one of the best games that we've ever played since I have been involved with the Canadiens. “It was just a great, great game,” he continued about Lakeshore's thrilling 3-2 win in overtime. Interestingly. the Canadiens were awarded two penalty shots in the game – a rarity for any game, let alone a championship contest. While Bryce Scarlett did not score on his second period opportunity, Jake Nimmo did score on his in the third frame of the game. Both players were awarded

penalty shots after being hauled down on clear-cut breakaways. “There was no question that those were the right calls by the referee both times,” Seguin said. “The other team did not argue at all.” The back-and-firth title game saw the Canadiens twice take the lead in the game, only to have the Eagles reply both times. Trevor Larue opened the scoring in the first period before Nimmo re-staked Lakeshore to go up again on his penalty shot goal in the third period. With the score tied 2-2 after regulation play, the teams headed to overtime where Canadiens team captain and Lakeshore native Dylan Weston scored just 41 seconds into extra time to give Lakeshore the Schmalz Cup. “Dylan started overtime and proceeded to make an unbelievable play and scored on the first shift in overtime,” Seguin offered. It was pandemonium for us right away.” Romano Liburdi backstopped the Canadiens to their historic win by making 30 saves. Having lost to the Eagles just few days earlier gave the Canadiens extra motivation and focus heading into the rematch in the championship game, claimed Seguin. “You never want to say that it is a good thing to lose a game but sometimes you are going to lose and losing in the way in the way that we did gave our kids a kick in the butt that they might have needed,” he admitted. “At least that's the way things ended up for us.”

Leave financial stress behind 7 tips to save on gas this summer while you’re on vacation A vacation should be a time of rest and relaxation away from the hectic pace of work and daily life. But it can also become a time with a lot of expenses that may prevent you from enjoying the moment. To make sure you don't ruin your vacation with worries about unexpected spending, prepare a budget for the activities you would like. This way you can set limits on your spending, identify ways to reduce costs, ensure you spend within your means, feel in control and, most importantly, reduce your stress. The same principles apply to a vacation budget as to your regular spending. Make a list of your planned

expenses and divide them into needs and wants. Consider required expenses such as accommodation, food, gas, and travel insurance. Wants might include things like guided tours, boat rides and eating at the best restaurants. When considering the fun stuff, think about what’s important to you and what you can live without. Also, include a cushion for the unexpected. All this will allow you to better estimate how much money you’ll need and plan ahead to put that amount aside. The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada has a free, easy-to-use online budget planner that can help you prepare. And when you’re on your vacation, watch for new electronic

alerts from your bank to help warn you about overspending. By June 30th, 2022, Canadian banks must send alerts to customers when they have $100 left in their chequing account or come within $100 of their credit card limit. You can contact your bank to customize this minimum amount, so you’ll receive a text, email or app notification if you go past it. Overall, your vacation should be a time of relaxation and adventure, and thinking about your spending in the planning phase can help it stay that way. Find more information at canada. ca/money.

Summer vacation is here. However, rising fuel prices are influencing plans, and have us looking for ways to make our trips more efficient. Here are a few tips from Toyota Canada to help you get the most out of your summer trips: ● Be light-footed: Anticipate changes in speed and traffic and respond with gentle acceleration or deceleration. This is particularly helpful with most types of hybrid vehicles. ● Don’t speed: Not only is it dangerous, but speeding also burns more fuel, which will cost you more at the pump. ● Stay on top of servicing: Regular maintenance at your local dealership, such as changing your engine oil and filter and inspecting and replacing air filters, will keep your engine operating at peak efficiency to optimize your gas usage. ● Give the tires some TLC: Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for tire size and air pressure. The ideal pressure is listed on the inside of the driver’s side door jam. Believe it or not, this can affect the performance and efficiency of your vehicle.

Stay sleek: To optimize the vehicle’s aerodynamics, remove roof racks, cargo boxes, bike racks and other accessories when you’re not using them. ● Pack light: A lighter vehicle is a more efficient vehicle, so remove all non-essential items. If it’s not needed on the trip, leave it at home. ● Electrify your ride: Driving a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or battery-electric vehicle is the best way to save on fuel, whether you borrow, lease or buy. You fuel up and drive a hybrid just like a gas vehicle but you get 30 to 40 per cent better fuel efficiency. A plug-in hybrid gets you all-electric, zero-emission driving when you’re staying close to home, plus a fuel tank as back-up so you never have to worry on those longer journeys. Charging at home means a battery-electric vehicle is an ideal solution for commuting, day trips and stay-in-the-city weekends. These simple tips should help you save on gas – and reduce your emissions – while you enjoy the pleasures of the open road this summer. -News Canada ●

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Pelican spotted near Erieau By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative Reporter People who thought they might be hallucinating when they spotted a pelican near Erieau last week needn’t worry. It was the real thing. The unusual sighting of the American white pelican was captured in a photo by local naturalist Ken Bell and shared on social media. The image had birders from far and wide flocking to the lakeshore

to see if they could see the pelican in the flesh. Or should we say “feather.” Bell said it was the first time he’s observed a pelican near Erieau, but it doesn’t surprise him as the birds are extending their range. The same day, Bell said he saw a tricoloured heron — another rare bird not normally found in this area. But considering the area’s ecology, Bell said it makes sense. “Rondeau Bay is a great piece of real estate for birds,” Bell

acknowledged. An accomplished birder since 1967, Paul Pratt of Wheatley managed to get down to see the pelican as well. Pratt, who is second in Canada for the number of observed species on the popular eBird app, said seeing a pelican in Chatham-Kent is a surprise. “You just don’t expect that bird to be there,” Pratt said, but added the species is on the move. A small colony is located near Pelee Island in the western basin of Lake Erie, he explained. However, it’s not something you

expect to see here. Pratt said most local people have only seen the bird in Florida or in the Gulf of Mexico. And while American white pelicans do winter down south, the large water bird is a familiar site in the prairie provinces with its range stretching all the way to the Northwest Territories. But showing up in Southwestern Ontario is fairly new. Pratt said the pelican population expansion is indicative that measures to clean up pollution in the Great Lakes and ban DDT have been

successful. “We’ve cleaned up the water,” Pratt noted, adding other species pushed to the brink – such as eagles and ospreys – are back. “It’s nice to get a good news story once in a while amongst all the bad news,” Pratt concluded. “This is great news and means our actions paid off.” - The Chatham Voice

Sale of Land for Tax Arrears By Public Tender Municipal Act, 2001 | Municipality of Lakeshore Take notice, that tenders are invited for the purchase of lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at 419 Notre Dame St, Belle River, Ontario, N0R 1A0. The tenders will be opened both virtually and in public on the same day at 3:05 p.m. local time at 419 Notre Dame, Council Chambers, Belle River, Ontario. Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. For more information about the properties and prescribed forms, please visit Lakeshore.ca/TaxSale. Except as follows, the Municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001, and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax. The Municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. List of properties: Item: #1 Property: 0 Talbot Road Legal Description: Pt Lt 285 Con S Talbot Rd Maidstone. Designated as Pts 3 & 7, Plan 12R8097, Subject to Easement in R439350; Essex Roll Number: 3751.050.000.09950 Pin: 75017-0079 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $23,286.97 Item: #2 Property: 0 Talbot Road Legal Description: Pt Lt 285, Con South Talbot Road Designated as Pts 5 & 6, Plan 12R8097; Lakeshore; Save and Except Pts 1 & 2, Plan 12R21861; S/T Ease as in R21076 and R439350 Roll Number: 3751.050.000.10000 PIN: 75017-0083 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $16,397.13 Item: #3 Property: 0 Talbot Road Legal Description: Pt Lt 285, Con South Talbot Road Designated as Pt 2, Plan 12R8097; Lakeshore; S/T Ease as in R439350; Roll Number: 3751.050.000.10050 PIN: 75017-0085 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $2,358.24 Item: #4 Property: 0 Talbot Road Legal Description: Pt Lt 285 Con South Talbot Road Maidstone Designated as Pt 4, Plan 12R8097, Subject to Easement in R439350; Essex Roll Number: 3751.050.000.10075 PIN: 75017-0081 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $1,685.62

Item: #5 Property: 884 Old Tecumseh Road Legal Description: Lt 79 Plan 869 Maidstone; Pt Lt 78 Plan 869 Maidstone as in R1436804; Lakeshore Roll Number: 3751.200.000.22500 PIN: 75004-0078 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $78,460.73 Item: #6 Property: 0 Rochester Townline Legal Description: Pt S Pt Lt 1 Con ERR Rochester as in R012032 E of Tecumseh Rd Except Pt 2, 6 Plan 12R3556, R685330 & R1060698; Lakeshore Roll Number: 3751.590.000.08000 PIN: 75051-0042 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $1,619.91 Item: #7 Property: 278 Rochester Townline Legal Description: Pt Lt 1 Con 2 Tilbury Pt 6 Plan 12R20958; Lakeshore; T/W Ease CE54014 on Pts 2, 4, 8 Plan 12R20958, PIN 75065-0102 (LT) AND Pt Lt 1 Con 2 Tilbury Pt 2 Plan 12R10956 Except Pts 7, 8, 9 Plan 12R20958; Lakeshore Roll Number: 3751.710.000.01810 PIN: 75065-0105 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $50,879.77 Item: #8 Property: 715 Duplessis Street Legal Description: Lt 406 - 407 Plan 1620 Tilbury North; Pt Lt 405, 408 Plan 1620 Tilbury North as in R464316; S/T R464316; Lakeshore Roll Number: 3751.730.000.26700 PIN: 75072-0204 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $6,250.98 Item: #9 Property: 0 St. Clair Road Legal Description: Pt Lt 15 Con Broken Front Tilbury as in TN8261 Except Pt 1 Plan 12R3414; Lakeshore Roll Number: 3751.730.000.39403 PIN: 75072-0434 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $2,028.45 Item: #10 Property: 0 County Road 46 Legal Description: Pt S 1/2 Lt 8 Con NMR Tilbury Pt 2, 3 Plan 12R2764; Lakeshore Roll Number: 3751.930.000.01000 PIN: 75062-0243 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $17,788.83 Item: #11 Property: 0 County Road 46 Pt S 1/2 Lt 8 Con NMR Tilbury; PT N 1/2 Lt 8 Con NMR Tilbury Pt 1 Plan 12R2764; Lakeshore Roll Number: 3751.930.000.01001 PIN: 75062-0244 (LT) Minimum Tender Amount: $12,174.54

Michelle Heslop, Team Leader - Revenue | Municipality of Lakeshore 419 Notre Dame St, Belle River, Ontario, N0R 1A0 | 519-728-2700 ext 249 | mheslop@lakeshore.ca | Lakeshore.ca

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Residents oppose proposed cuts By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Municipal officials recommend closing 3 service centres It’s clear that rural residents in Chatham-Kent don’t want to lose their municipal services. And 105 made their point at Monday’s council meeting, submitting deputations strongly opposing a cost-cutting proposal affecting six communities. Part of an administrative customer service review designed to find efficiencies, the report recommends shuttering municipal service centres in the three communities,

and ceasing to operate municipal information desks in three others. In Dresden, it would mean closing and selling off the iconic clock tower building – which many call the heart of the Dresden’s downtown. Currently, the municipality has an agreement with ServiceOntario to operate out of the former town hall, but that’s set to expire at the end of 2022. The report also recommends the closure of Ridgetown’s service centre and the end of municipal information desks presently located in C-K libraries in Bothwell, Wheatley and Thamesville. If the initiative goes forward, Chatham, Blenheim and Wallaceburg

would be the only sites providing in-person services. All told, the closures would bring an annual savings of $173,000. The matter will come back to council on July 11, however, no additional deputations will be made. The report states the pandemic “accelerated” the move towards services online, away from face-to-face. - The Chatham Voice Other recommendations include: ● a review of what municipal services can be offered online; ● administration develops a plan to create a virtual sign-in portal; and ● the development of an education plan to ease the transition to online.

3 things you can do to keep water out of your home Our homes are built to withstand nature’s elements, among them - water. When water enters your home, it can cause damage to its structure and finishings, as well as to your personal belongings. Over time, it can also lead to mould. Here are simple proactive steps you can take to ensure your home stays dry inside. 1. Clean eavestroughs and downspouts regularly Your eavestroughs and downspouts are meant to channel rainwater away from your home , but they can only do this job properly if regularly maintained.

2. Plan landscaping to avoid soil settlement and water ponding The area surrounding your home has been graded or sloped by the builder to ensure that water does not accumulate near the foundation. In fact, most water penetration problems at foundation level are the result of surface water not properly directed away from the home. 3. Inspect foundation walls for potential issues Regularly inspect your home’s foundation for anything that may result in water getting inside. For example, cracks that are more than two millimetres. More info at tarion.com.

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119 King Street East, Chatham

1608 BERNARD RD, WINDSOR Formerly the Royal Tavern located on historic King

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Josh & Aubrey’s Army raise funds for JDRF As a result of the great turnout at the Comber Yard Sale held in June, $720 has been raised for the JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) from the lemonade stand and yard sale. “The cause is very important to us since both our kids live with type 1 diabetes. Our son Josh is now 7 and was diagnosed at just 16 months old, and our daughter Aubrey was diagnosed last year at 8-years- old,” said mother Stephanie. “Our family and friends have been fundraising for JDRf for the last 6 years as "Josh and Aubrey's Army" raising over $40,000!” Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the cells in their

pancreas stop making insulin and they need injected insulin for the rest of their lives. “On June 12 we walked 5km at the Vollmer Recreation Complex in Lasalle with all the other local type 1 families,” added Stephanie. “We raise money in hopes of better treatments

and ultimately a cure!” You can go to the JDRF website and type in our team name Josh and Aubrey's army to donate or use the link below. https://jdrf.akaraisin.com/ui/ jdrfwalk2022/t/365e8657e8de41d29263a6e7532f83ab

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The Rev. Derek Parry introduces newly baptized Davi Bernice Blain to the congregation. Child baptism includes a commitment by the Church to support the spiritual growth of Davi and her family. Topics for worship and teaching in July: 10:30 Sundays July 3 Why Christian growth is not for wimps. July 10 Do you really want to live after you die? July 17 Are you addicted to worry? Overcome. July 24 Do you really want what you pray for? July 31 When what you have owns you.

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Sunsplash greetings from the mayor

Obituary Michael Hanchar (1941-2022)

Happy 70th Wedding Anniversary

On behalf of Lakeshore Council, I would like to welcome back everyone to Sunsplash Festival 2022. I want to thank the residents for their patience during the pandemic. Celebrating together and meeting together, is what this community is all about. The Belle River BIA has worked hard to bring back four funfilled days of activities and entertainment for the entire family including the 19th annual Classic Cruise Car Show. Sunsplash is a memorable experience for all ages. I would like to personally thank the members of the Belle River BIA Board of Management, the many volunteers, sponsors, and organizers of Sunsplash who continue to make it all happen. Their hard-work, dedication and community spirit is why this festival tradition lives on today. Make Sunsplash a part of your staycation destination. Tom Bain, Mayor of Lakeshore

Sunsplash Events 2022 19th annual Sunsplash Classic Car Cruise Online Registration is NOW OPEN until Friday, July 8 at midnight! $15 Souvenir T Shirts & Loads of door prizes https://forms. gle/E9B4f6LQ9sS39AcE9 Need more details call, text or email us: 519-728-4624 or info@belleriverbia.com Sunsplash Parade Everyone loves a parade. Come join us for a 10 a.m. start on Sat. July 16, as the procession heads down Notre Dame Street. Floats, bands and candy! Sunsplash Idol Join hosts Ryan and Crystal St. Denis on Thurs. July 14 starting at 7 p.m. at the Lakeview Park Amphitheatre. There are three different age categories to compete in: 12 and under, 13 to 15 and 16-18. Come out and cheer your favourite

idol! Pre-registration available by contacting 519-728-4624 or info@ BelleriverBIA. Kids Fishing Derby - Catch and Release Come catch a memory at Belle River Marina on Sun. July 17 from 8-10 a.m. Registration on-line or in person from 7:30 a.m. until 8 a.m. Bring tackle, pole and bucket…we have the worms. Prizes for the biggest fish! Volleyball Tournament West Belle River Beach on July 16 and 17. Competitive co-ed 4’s Recreational co-ed 6’s Register your team at onpointathletics.ca Cornhole Tournament West Belle River Beach on Sat. July 16. Register your team at http://forms.office.com/r/Q4ybeJs9x5 Proceeds support BRMH U14AA Travel hockey

Mr. Bruce Hill, Chair of the Board, serves Mrs. Brenda Reid at the staff appreciation lunch for her and Rev. Derek Parry recognizing their work in sustaining the Church thro’ the pandemic and re-building the administration and the pastoral care of the congregation over the past year.

Paul and Loretta Reno

Celebrating 70 years of marriage on June 26th, 2022. With love, from your 6 children, significant others, 17 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren. Love you always!

A resident of Tilbury, Michael Hanchar passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on June 9, 2022 at the age of 80. Born in Insinger, Michael Hanchar was the son of the late William and Irene Hanchar (nee Rusnak). Dear brother to Ernie (Lorraine) Hanchar, Sylivia (Ron) Hainstock, John Hanchar, Lawrence Hanchar and Lynda Storozuk. Predeceased by sister-in-law Mary Hanchar and infant nephew Blaine. Loving father to Michelle Lynn Hanchar of Chatham, ON; Grandfather to Autumn, Pursayas, Kentyn, Zander. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews and extended family. Mike was a jack of many trades- He was a lumberjack, worked in light bulb sales, the tool industry and on a dairy farm to name a few, although his love was being a cash crop farmer. Hobbies included fishing, polka dancing, Ukrainian music and Johnny Cash. Donations made in memory of Mike to the Alzheimer Society of ChathamKent would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www. mckinlayfuneralhome.com McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, 519-351-2040

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JULY 14 ~ JULY 17

The 25th Annual Sunsplash Festival will contain four days of action packed activities for a fun and memorable weekend with family and friends.

Belle River Legion Sunsplash Weekend Events Friday July 15th First band starts at 3:00 pm- 7 - 7:30 First Fall 2nd band starts 8pm until 12am Tres Cajones

Saturday July 16th Dan Knight plays 3pm to 7pm Band starts at 8pm until 12 am. Brand X.2

Sunday July 17th Band starts at 2pm until 6pm - Dan Knight Friday food - Fish dinners , hamburgs, sausages starts at 1pm Saturday Food - Chicken and Ribs starts at 1pm Sunday food is available.

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ESSEX COUNTY LIBRARY’S

SUMMER OF FUN PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

Lakeshore-Toldo Branch 447 Renaud Line Road, 226-946-1529 ext. 286

Sew a Bookmark! Thursday, July 7 at 4:30 pm Fee: $5.00 Payable on the day of the program

Pattern Blocks Drop In Activity & Craft 2 Go Kit: Yarn Turtles Pick up a Craft 2 Go kit while supplies last Monday, August 15 – Saturday August, 20

Summer Programs at the LaSalle Branch 5950 Malden Road, 226-946-1529 ext. 216

Kid K'NEX Drop in Activity Monday, August 22 – Saturday August, 27

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

Family Storytime in Comber Park Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 10:00 am

Just Beachy! Age: 4-6 Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 10:30 am

Save the Turtles! (Age: 7-9) Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 10:00 am

A Whale of a Tale! (Age: 7 and up) Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 10:30 am

Amherstburg Community Services @ LaSalle Branch Friday, July 15, 2022 from 1:00- 3:00 pm

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN Sharks! (Age: 4-8) Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 10:00 am Family Storytime in Stoney Point Park Monday, July 11, 2022 at 10:00 am

Sandcastles of Summer (Age: 7-9) Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 10:00 am

Introduction to Crystal Healing and Breathwork Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 6:30 pm

The Last Straw (Age: 4-6) Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 10:30 am

Sun and Fun- Family Program Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 10:00 am

Woodslee Libro Centre Branch 1925 South Middle Road , 226-946-1529 ext. 231

Visit the LaSalle Staff @ the Ojibway Nature Centre Wednesday, July 20, 2022 from 1:00-4:00 pm

ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN

Jeopardy for Kids! (Age: 7 and up) Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 10:30 am

Under the Sea – Family Program Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 10:00 am

Ahoy, Matey! (Age: 5-10) Tuesday, August 2 at 10:00 am.

DROP IN ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN Under the Sea Drop in Activity Monday, August 8 – Saturday August, 13

Under the Sea Scavenger Hunt Drop In Activity! Monday, August 8 – Saturday August, 13

KID K'NEX Drop in Activity Monday, August 15 – Saturday August, 20

Legos at the Library Drop In Activity Monday, August 15 – Saturday August 20

Craft 2 Go Kit: Under the Sea Suncatcher Pick up a kit while supplies last Monday, August 22 – Saturday August, 27

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Explore Fitness with Claudia Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 6:30 pm

Jute Basket Making Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 6:30 pm University Prep Talk: What you need to know for September Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 6:30 pm

SHELLabrate Life along the Shore (Age: 4-6) Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 10:30 am DROP IN ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN I Spy Board July 4 – August 27 Straws & Connectors & Giant Jenga Drop in Activities Monday, August 8 – Saturday August, 13

Have Lots Of Fun Out Of The Hot Sun

The Lakeshore

Lakeshore Canada Day Festivities Coming to Millen Park!

News & information from the Municipality of Lakeshore

Join Lakeshore for a day of family fun! Check out the July 1, 2022 schedule below:

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Summer Parks Concert Series Continues Join us for these free weekly shows until the end of summer! July 8, 7:00 PM at Leffler Park feat. Olden Yonge July 22, 7:00 PM at Lakeview Park feat. Twisted Sisters July 29, 6:30 PM at Stoney Point Community Park feat. Beebo & Jangles the Clown August 12, 7:00 at Lakeview Park feat. Skin & Bones August 19, 7:00 at Comber Agricultural Pavilion feat. Kris Marentette August 26, 7:00 at Lakeview Park feat. Leave Those Kids Alone

1925 South Middle Road, Woodslee

3:00 PM - Parade Parade runs from Woodslee United Church to the Libro Community Centre and Millen Park. 5:00 PM - Flag Raising, Pavilion and Walking Trail Dedication Ceremonies 5:30 PM - Family Activities Horse show, face painting, vendors, displays & demonstrations from local groups, and more! 7:30 PM - Musical Entertainment Featuring the “Paying Cash” tribute band. 9:50 PM - Fireworks Show! Learn more about the event at:

Lakeshore.ca/CanadaDay

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