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It may be a bit premature to put on your bathing suit at this point, but the pool at the new leisure centre is nearly ready. At Tuesday’s municipal facilities committee meeting, Gerry Pilon of Salter Pilon + Lett Architects provided members of council with a brief update on the status of the pool over at the new leisure centre. The ice pads and fitness centre at the facility have been open for a while now and the good news is that the pool is nearing completion as well. “I don’t come with pretty pictures anymore,” he said. “Now, I just come with short and sweet messages of progress. “We're getting close.” A few inspections and approvals remain with respect to the pool, Mr. Pilon said, but, if all goes smoothly, the town should get the greenlight to occupy the area by the weekend. Once that happens, staff can then work toward opening the area to the See page 9.
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Area brewery crafts tradition BY CHRIS TRABER
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King Brewery is equipped with modern, custom engineered and built vats and fermenters, sophisticated controls, sensors and systems. Sacks of imported hops, malt and yeast are stacked neatly
and plentifully. The tidy, tiny brewery and retail shop in Nobleton isn’t that dissimilar from other Ontario microbreweries. The differences, however, between enterprises that make beer as opposed to crafting it, are far more evident.
A keen eye, a knowledgeable nose and discriminating palate are among the ethereal intangibles a 21st century brewer needs to create an ultra-premium beer. Add experience, an unbriSee page 3.
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Matt Tweedy cleans out one of the kettles at King Brewery. The Nobleton microbrewery produces 500,000 litres of beer each year.
Old-world craftsmanship sets brewery apart Old School A periodic series on people who keep old-fashioned craftsmanship alive From page 1.
dled passion for old-world craftsmanship and a desire to be hands on and you’ve got Phil DiFonzo, the epitome of old-school brewmasters. and you’ve got Phil DiFonzo, the epitome of old-school brewmasters. The path to the brewing arts was serendipitous for the Vaughan resident. Formerly a professional mechanic specializing in fine German cars, he gained an appreciation for exquisite engineering. An avid brewer of homemade beer, he elevated his skills with research, experimentation and course studies. His profession and hobby began to meld. Making a great beer, he said with a smile, is similar to fabricating a fine automobile. Both are created from the ground up using the best materials and practices. “You add details, build, test, experiment, improve and you end
up with a fine, quality product,” he said. “Like classic cars, there are classic beers. That’s our goal and our difference.” About a decade ago, encouraged by brother Chris and imbibers of his home brews, Mr. DiFonzo considered the creation of a speciality brewery. He gained input and advice from a plethora of bars, pubs, taverns and restaurants. In July 2002, the siblings established King Brewery with a single Czech-style Bohemian Pilsner. Today, King Brewery produces 500,000 litres of award-winning beer each year. The staff has grown to 20, the company has been purchased by Beer Barons, a Canadian brewer and importer of premium beer products and King’s three flagship beers are available in LCBO and The Beer Store outlets and at a growing network of pubs and restaurants. The business is also a member of Ontario Craft Brewers, an industry association of 25 small Ontario breweries dedicated to brewing high-quality beer. What remains at King Brewery is Mr. DiFonzo as the respected brewmaster and his dedication to bringing ancient, almost medieval, tastes to today’s beer connoisseurs. Though the plant is automated,
tent and, of course, taste. Aging and secondary fermentauct retailers, servers and brewery tours, call tion ensue before the brew goes 905-859-5464 or visit beerbarons.com through cold filtration and an old German method of cold storage. In centuries past, monks would he and assistants dote daily over store their brewed beer in cool the tall, 2,500-litre cooking and fer- caves, he explained. menting vats. Climbing the stairs, Without a significant shelf life, he lifts the lid on the tandem cyl- the cold maintained the potent inders. potables. Even so, by autumn their A certified competitive beer production needed to be conjudge, he explains the history of sumed. his lagers and pilsners, the process That, Mr. DiFonzo said with a and timing of introducing imported chuckle, was the start of Oktoberpure Czech malts and yeasts and fest. saaz hops. The unwavering old-school The gauges provide information, traditions of the little brewery could but it’s Mr. DiFonzo’s extraordinary have served the principals well. senses that tell the story. The organization is delighted Wafting the aromatic concoc- and unapologetic about its metetion with a hand, he knows how oric success. his brew is doing. He notes the ferKing Pilsner has won many menting tank is exuding the warm, awards, including a gold medal at welcoming scent of porridge. He the Canadian Brewing Awards in nods approvingly. The nose knows. the European style lager — pilsner Recipes, created and tweaked by class, 2004 Toronto Star beer of the Mr. DiFonzo, are strictly followed. year and gold at the 2010 Canadian The cooking phase ekes sugars beer awards. from the malt to create wort, an The firm also owns Thornbury old-English term for the resultant Cider and is the exclusive importer liquid. of the Weihenstephan brand, GerNext, the “vigorous” 40-day many’s oldest beer. fermentation at King Brewery is “Huge,” is how Beer Barons deliberately slow and done in small sales and marketing vice-president batches. He and his crew check and Bryan Watts described King Brewtest for aroma, clarity, alcohol con- ery’s growth.
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“We’re on full tilt here. Growth since 2010 has been between 300 and 400 per cent.” Attention to old-world detail, including the reverse osmosis and re-mineralization of local water to match that of water used in European locales, has brought true beer aficionados to King Brewery’s products. “We’re not going after the bucka-beer crowd,” Mr. Watts said. “Our clients are repeat and have a palate. They’re interested in matching our beers to food. “The Canadian beer market is worth about $15 billion annually. We’re not trying to be Molson. We are true to our craft, making fresh beer locally, close to our customers. We like our niche.” The brewery supports local charities and groups and recycles used hops and malt to regional farmers, who till the nutrient-rich mash into their soil. Mr. DiFonzo dreams of future brewing innovations and introducing his beers to increasingly appreciative taste buds. He sweeps an arm along the brewery’s bar, where bottles are stocked and samplings take place. “These are like my babies,” he said proudly. “My passion and challenge is to make each vat better than the last.”
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PUBLIC SAFETY: ATVs stolen, marijuana grow-op discovered ATVs stolen Police are asking for help to find a pair of ATVs stolen from a storage building during the winter. Police were called to a storage barn on Sunday to investigate a report about stolen ATVs. The ATVs were parked inside a barn taken at some point during the winter. Missing is a red 2011 Polaris RZS licence plate number 71WKI and an orange 2006 Arctic Cat A20 bearing licence plate number 42LE2. Anyone with information is asked to contact South Simcoe Police or call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Marijuana grow-op found Some questionable electricity usage led to
the discovery of a large marijuana growing operation in Bradford West Gwillimbury last week, South Simcoe Police said. The area hydro provider contacted police April 4 after it was discovered an unusually high amount of electricity was being used at a house that wasn’t registering on the meter, police said. Inside the house, police found approximately 1,500 marijuana plants in various stages of growth. The interior of the residence was contaminated with mould due to the moisture from the plant growth. A 34-year-old Scarborough man was arrested at the house and faces several drug-related charges.
and mischief charges following a domestic dispute Sunday. At about 6 p.m. Sunday, South Simcoe Police responded to a call about a domestic disturbance in The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury. A woman at the scene informed police that a man had broken her cellphone and grabbed her by the wrist. The man was arrested at the scene and charged.
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South Simcoe Police were called to a Bradford department store Thursday evening in response to a report of shoplifting. Assault charges Upon arrival, officers were informed that A 40-year-old Bradford man faces assault store security had arrested a 57-year-old man
from Bradford. The man now faces two counts of theft under $5,000.
Teen charged after home trashed A 14-year-old Bradford teenager is charged with mischief after trashing his parents home and attacking his father, police say. On April 3, parents went the Bradford police office to get some info on how to deal with their 14- year-old son. Later that evening, police were called to the same family’s residence where the same boy had caused extensive damage to the parents home and had assaulted his father. Upon arrival, the boy had fled but was located a short distance from home by an officer. The teen is charged with mischief.
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Nearly 200 years of history to be found in the hamlet of Bond Head BY MIKKI NANOWSKI
The hamlet of Bond Head, Ontario was home to several very famous people. In 1837, Joel Robinson, a local merchant and the first postmaster, named the lively community found at the crossroads of Townline 27 and the 7th Line of Tecumseth and West Gwillimbury, in honour of Sir Francis Bond Head.
SIR FRANCIS BOND HEAD Sir Francis Bond Head (17931875) was an English soldier, a world traveller, and a prolific author. He was born in Kent, England on January 1st, 1793 and was educated at Rochester grammar school and the Royal Military Academy. In 1811 he was commissioned to the Royal Engineers and stationed in the Mediterranean, where he served in the campaign of 1815. He was present at the battle of Waterloo.
Many of us know that Bond Head was appointed LieutenantGovernor of Upper Canada in 1835 in an attempt by the British government to appease the reformers in the colony, such as William Lyon Mackenzie, who wanted responsible government. Did you know, however, that before coming to Canada, Bond Head worked with a gold and silver mining company in Rio de la Plata. In connection with this enterprise, he made several rapid journeys across the Pampas and the Andes. He wrote of these adventures in a book entitled, Rough Notes, published in 1826. It was written in a clear and spirited style, and gave him the name of “Galloping Head.” Bond Head ran into some difficulties with the directors of the company and found his way back into the army as a major. He accomplished this by introducing the South American lasso into the British service for auxiliary draught. After resigning from his post as Lieutenant-governor, Bond Head returned to England, and devoted himself to writing, chiefly for the Quarterly Review, and to hunting. He rode to hounds until he was seventy-five. In 1869 Sir Francis Head was appointed to the Privy Council. He died on July 10th, 1875, at Duppas Hall, Croydon. Sir William Osler Sir William Osler (1849 – 1919)
If you wish to learn more about these famous men from Bond Head, buy the first ever book about Bond Head for $24.95 plus $6.00 shipping by ordering through: Karyn Mannell, P.O. Box 202, Tottenham, Ontario LOG 1WO and attend the historical festival with details on the website: www.bondhead175.ca is known as “the Father of modern medicine”. Born in Bond Head, Ontario, in 1849, Sir William Osler achieved international recognition for his revolutionary and progressive approach to medical education and the practice of medicine. He created the first residency program for specialty training of physicians, and he was the first to bring medical students out of the lecture hall for bedside clinical training. Osler was a pathologist, physician, educator, bibliophile, historian, author, and a renowned practical joker. As a teenager William Osler’s aim was to follow his father into the Anglican ministry and thereby, in 1867, entered Trinity College, Toronto. His primary interest, however, was medicine and, as a result, he enrolled in the Toronto School of Medicine and, subsequently attended the McGill University Faculty of Medicine. He received his medical degree in 1872. In 1884, he was appointed Chair
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SIR WILLIAM MULOCK of Clinical Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. In 1889, he accepted the position as the first Physician-in-Chief of the new Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland USA. Then, in 1893, Osler was influential in the creation of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and became one of the school’s first professors in medicine. In 1905, he was appointed to the Regius Chair of Medicine at Oxford, which he held until his death. Osler was created a baronet in the Coronation Honours List of 1911 for his many contributions to the field of medicine. Osler liked to say, “He who studies medicine without books sails an uncharted sea, but he who studies medicine without patients does not go to sea at all.” His best-known saying was “Listen to your patient, he is telling you the diagnosis”.
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Sir William Mulock (1843 – 1944) was born in Bond Head, Ontario, where his father practiced medicine. Mulock was a lawyer, businessman, farmer, politician, judge, and philanthropist. He graduated from the University of Toronto in 1863 and was called to the Bar in 1867. Mulock was elected to the Canadian House of Commons as a Liberal Member of Parliament and served from 1882 to 1905. Sir Wilfrid Laurier appointed him to the Canadian Cabinet as Postmaster General from 1896 to 1905. He was responsible for securing (1898) the adoption of penny postage within the British Empire. In 1900, Mulock established the Department of Labour, bringing William Lyon Mackenzie King into public life as his Deputy Minister. Mulock initiated the final agreement for a transpacific cable linking Canada to Australia and New Zealand, and funded Marconi to establish the first transatlantic radio link from North America to Europe. In 1905 he chaired the parliamentary inquiry into telephones that led to regulation of Canadian telecommunications, and he participated in the negotiations that led to the creation of the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan. Mulock was involved in the foundation of TD Bank, the Toronto Star He was knighted in 1902.
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Hey sisters, speak up now before any bras have to be burned
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t’s enough to make me want to burn my bra. Why, oh, why, do some men think they have the right to tell women what they can or can’t do with their bodies? In the United States, women’s private parts are on the public agenda, thanks to some Republican candidates vying for the party’s presidential nomination, senators, state legislators and pundits. Contraception, abortion and vaginas are centre stage in the social conservative bid to grab women by the hair and drag them and their rights back into the cave — a topic my sister and I discussed when I recently visited New York City, her home for more than a decade. I acted the smug Canadian, appalled that a woman’s right to make decisions affecting her body and her life were actually up for debate in America, the country where she is raising her little U.S. citizens. “This just wouldn’t happen in Canada,” I asserted. Republican presidential nominee candidate Rick Santorum opposes birth control and abortion, even in cases of incest and rape, while frontrunner Mitt Romney is targeting family planning programs. Their Senate cohorts argue women’s contraceptives shouldn’t be covered by health insurance if their employers philosophically oppose birth control. Meanwhile, radio host Rush Limbaugh labelled a student a “slut” and “prostitute” for testifying at a congressional panel in favour of health insurance coverage of birth control. Republican legislators in Texas and Virginia want women to undergo invasive vaginal probes before getting abortions, while the Oklahoma Senate gave the legal right of “personhood” to embryos at conception. A few outnumbered female legislators are pointing out the offensiveness — or is it ludicrousness — of the attack on women’s rights. In Oklahoma, one proposed a “spilled semen” amendment
Debora Kelly that would make it an offence against unborn children for a man to ejaculate anywhere but into a vagina. In Virginia, another said rectal exams should be a requirement before men get Viagra. My false sense of security and smugness as a Canadian woman vanished shortly after returning home to learn Conservative backbencher Stephen Woodworth will argue in Parliament this month that fetuses should be legally defined as human beings. He insists he’s acting as a private member, while his government insists it has no intention of reopening the abortion debate. Letter writer Greg Hannah insists it’s the Harper government’s sneaky back-door way of doing exactly that, following in the path of several states where some forms of birth control have effectively been outlawed and doctors can be charged with murder for performing abortions. He reminds today’s young women it was only in the 1960s and ’70s that birth control and abortion were illegal and difficult to obtain. “I, a baby boomer male, should not be re-fighting this battle for your body on your behalf,” he writes. “You need to speak up now and speak loudly. You should not be allowing anyone with a penis to decide what you can and cannot do with your body.” Thank you, Mr. Hannah, for encouraging me to speak out and I call on all women to do the same, for themselves, their daughters and granddaughters. Tell your MP where you stand on this issue, before any bras have to be burned.
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Growing project sends good crops to Third World countries
History, science doesn’t contradict the Bible
Fields of good crops and many generous donors reap benefits for the Canadian Food Grains Bank. The Loaves and Fishes growing project of South Simcoe had another great year in 2011. From 297 acres, we were able to raise $205,000, which was sent to the Canadian Food Grains Bank headquarters in Winnipeg. Good yields and excellent commodity prices helped make this another banner year. So many people, organizations and businesses helped with the crop production by donating land, inputs and equipment. This completes 14 years of activity for the Loaves and Fishes growing project. We have sent in more than $1.6 million to the grains bank. When matched by our federal government through CIDA, that number is closer to $8 million. Unfortunately, the needs persist, especially in Africa, southern Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia. Every dollar raised helps those who suffer from severe food shortages caused by drought and other calamities. It continues to be a privilege to serve with the many wonderful, generous people who make this possible. PETER VANDERZAAG
Re: Elect politicians who are enlightened, letter to the editor, April 8, by Jeff Harmsen. Easter Sunday seems like poor timing to run an anti-God article. Mr. Harmsen claims the most dangerous people on the planet are politicians who believe the Bible. These are the same people who abolished slavery, started the public school system, instituted hospitals and introduced democracy. There is absolutely nothing in history or science that contradicts the Bible. In fact, the Bible is accurate on both counts. At the same time the Bible was written, early scientists thought the world was flat and held up by three very big elephants, which were held up by a giant tortoise. Who’s to say that the evolution theory is unlike the elephant theory? Did you know the complexity of DNA actually contradicts evolution; not to mention the notion that life sprang from inanimate matter. Is it less dangerous to have a politician that claims, “I’m the result of a slimy cosmic accident,” than one who believes, “I was created by a loving God?” As for the issue of global warming, I believe we should take care of this planet with all our hearts. It was a gift from an awesome Creator.
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pating. including Linda’s Floral Designs, The Pink Closet, Cabana Tan and more. Don’t Mary & Vitas Hair Design will host their miss the fashion show at 7 p.m. and don’t 12th Annual Vita & Stephanie Cut-a-Thon forget a donation for the food bank. Visit www.victoriabourque.com May 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located at 118 Holland St., Mary & Vita’s will be performing hair cuts by donation Canine cancer walk with proceeds to the cochlear implant unit at Bradford’s 1st Annual Smiling Blue Skies The Hospital for Sick Children. There will also Walk to end Canine Cancer will be held on be a draw for some great prizes including an HD TV. For more information or to purchase Sunday, May 27 at Scanlon Creek Conservation Area. tickets, call 905-775-8775. All funds raised will go toward treatment and research into canine cancer through the Prom and Bridal show Smiling Blue Skies Cancer Fund, OVC Pet Victoria Bourque Beauty Boutique is host- Trust at the Ontario Veterinary college, Uniing a Prom and Bridal fashion show tomor- versity of Guelph. To get involved, go to www.pettrust.ca/ row evening from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Several local businesses will be partici- bradford or visit www.smilingblueskies.com
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County’s blue box program expanding BY MAIJA HOGGETT
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Being green is getting easier. Simcoe County is starting to roll out its expanded blue box program today. The changes will see new items added to the recycling program along with bigger blue boxes. Residents will be getting their new 83-litre recycling boxes starting today (April 9). The distribution is expected to take about a month. New items being accepted are rigid plastic household containers and lids marked
1 and 7, plastic clamshell packaging often used for baked goods and produce, clean plastic plant pots and trays, small yogurt and pudding cups, and take-out coffee lids. The county reminds people that the recycling program is a two-stream system, so hang on to your old blue box for paper items. Paper fibres must be separated from containers. Residents are asked to use the larger blue box only for containers, not paper. For more information, visit www.simcoe. ca or call customer services at 705-735-6901 or 1-800-263-3199.
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Do you want to help make history? Then try your hand at naming a school! Submissions are now being accepted for possible names for the future new Bradford public elementary replacement school. When complete, the new school will be an amalgamation of Bradford Public School and Fred C. Cook Public School on the current Fred C. Cook PS property. A naming committee has been formed to review all submissions. The committee is comprised of members from the municipal council, School Council chairs,students from both schools, a Superintendent of Education and principals from both schools.
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have the town take occupation of the pool by the end of the week. The centre remains on track for LEED Silver certification and is still in line with its budget of about $42 million. About $1.8 million of the $1.92 million contingency fund has been spent and an additional $74,500 worth of changes need to be addressed. That leaves around $50,000 in the contingency, which should be ample for any further alterations that may arise, Mr. Spina said. With the project nearly complete, the town is also looking to nail down a grand opening date perhaps as early as May 25.
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GROWTH: 31 Barrie St.’s days numbered
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After months of talking about it, council now appears poised to tear down 31 Barrie St. and establish a parking lot in its place. Council was presented Tuesday with three designs for the piece of property at the corner of Barrie and John streets ranging from a 26-space parking lot to a small parkette. The downtown revitalization committee endorsed the second option, which contemplated a 21-space parking lot in addition to benches, trees, shrubs and a few other amenities. On top of providing some green space and additional parking near the four corners, the option would also improve sightlines at the intersection particularly for traffic travelling west along John and, ideally, reduce the frequency of accidents there. For his part, Mayor Doug White said he fully supported the option incorporating parking and landscaping elements. Apart from providing a space for downtown shoppers to park, the lot will also add some muchneeded greenery and provide a pleasant view for visitors to the downtown arriving from the north, he said. “If we were to sell this lot, we’d still have to find another piece of property in the downtown,” Mr. White said. “Where are we going to find one at this kind of money?” The town already owns the land and, according to figures provided by the town’s director of planning, Geoff McKnight, construction of the new lot would cost just over
$90,000. That being said, Ward 6 Councillor James Leduc took issue with the figure as it didn’t factor in the cost of demolishing the building which, up-until-recently, housed the town’s engineering department. Taking down the building at 31 Barrie, mould issues and all, would run about $70,000 according to staff and the town would also have to re-pave Allan Lane, which runs east of Barrie in behind the buildings. Paving and some necessary survey work could likely cost up to $35,000, director of engineering Debbie Korolnek explained. The budget surplus for last year isn’t entirely known yet, town manager Jay Currier said, but preliminary estimates would suggest that it should more than cover the cost of the project should council approve it. Beyond costs, councillors raised concerns about how the town could best ensure the new lot would be used for downtown shoppers rather than overflow parking for nearby apartment buildings. Ward 1 Councillor Raj Sandhu feared the town would spend money to enhance the corner only to expose some unsightly garages and sheds hidden along the laneway. “It’s not really a sight we want to show people who are coming into town,” he said. “It’s the ugliest part of our town,” Mr. White added. “If we’re going to beautify that corner, we need to beautify what’s in behind there as well.” Council endorsed option two and will have the building demolished.
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Local food movement growing in Simcoe County BY BRUCE HAIN
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Fresh foods are the best. When they are grown locally, they are even better. This central theme was espoused frequently recently at the “Source it Local” regional food/drink networking event hosted by the Simcoe County Farm Fresh Marketing Association. Sandra Trainor, executive director of Simcoe County Farm Fresh said, “with customer demand and awareness for locally sourced food and drink increasing, this kind of event is a great opportunity for those who grow and produce locally to network with those who buy, distribute and serve food.” Attendees included farmers, producers, wineries, chefs, caterers, restaurateurs, food buyers, public institutions and more. Harvey Pittman, the executive chef of the Kempenfelt Conference Centre in Innisfil, said he was there to “get educated. You have to stay in touch with the trends and you need to stay informed on what’s happening in the industry.” With 28 years experience under his belt, Mr. Pittman sees the advantage of being able to source more products for his kitchen locally. “If local farmers can work more closely with local distributors, it makes it easier and more efficient,” Mr. Pittman said. Cutting down on transportation “makes less of a carbon footprint, too,” he added.
Angela Rainey of R Family Farm said she appreciated the opportunity to network with people in the industry and make connections. The Rainey family has been farming in Innisfil for more than 150 years. “I just like to stay informed about local events,” Ms Rainey said, “and share information.” The event also featured several seminars, including a presentation by Robert Wong and Peggy Staite-Wong of the Resource Management Consulting Group, who recently completed a Simcoe County Local Food Distribution Research Project. The Wongs met and interviewed dozens of individuals and organizations with ties to the agricultural industry. There are promising signs more and more BPS (broad public sector) institutions such as hospitals and school boards are beginning to understand the benefits of sourcing foodstuffs locally, Robert Wong said. Even large-scale suppliers such as Chartwell’s are “geotagging where they are getting their food” that goes into their cafeterias, Mr. Wong said. Organizations such as the OPP Headquarters in Orillia, Georgian College and Base Borden are in the process of developing local food sourcing procurement policies. “The County of Simcoe already has a local policy,” Mr. Wong said. “Waypoint in Penetanguishene (formerly known as the Mental Health Centre) has a keen interest in procuring food locally.” Regional growers have to contend with
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Angela Rainey of R Family Farm near Cookstown was at the event to become better informed of local events and networking with other regional growers. some misconceptions about their products, Mr. Wong stated. “There’s often a perception local foods come with a higher cost,” he said. More often than not, that isn’t the case. And some food producers don’t believe there is sufficient local demand for their offerings. “We have to get the word out to consumers and establish regional food hubs where food is sourced, stored and distributed,” Mr. Wong said. Royal Victoria Hospital occasionally serves a dessert containing locally grown fruit, accompanied by a tent sign saying, “Delivered to you by Simcoe County farmers.”
This is a perfect example of promoting local growers, Mr. Wong said. “It has received a very positive reaction by both patients and their families.” Ms Trainor said the county is working on establishing a Simcoe County Food and Agriculture Charter by year’s end. Maria Weijs of Foodlink Grey-Bruce travelled from Owen Sound to the event. “We have 365 businesses on our website, including 175 farms and 70 restaurants,” she said. “Grey-Bruce is part of the same provincial tourism region as Simcoe County. We think some of our farms could serve Simcoe County.”
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PUBLIC SAFETY: No Barrie Police for Bradford
Barrie passes on costing BY JANIS RAMSAY
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Barrie police won’t put in a bid to take over South Simcoe Police Service. On March 14, Barrie police were invited to put in a costing proposal to police the towns of Innisfil and Bradford West Gwillimbury. But at the March 27 meeting, the Barrie Police Services Board decided it wouldn’t submit a proposal. “We’re an urban police service, not rural and there’s different policing tactics with respect to that,” board chairperson Doug Jure said. “There’s the population density and the need for significantly faster response, and more trained units like tactical – which we have,” he said. Some Bradford and Innisfil politicians openly questioned whether it was worth asking Barrie since it already has a higher cost per capita than South Simcoe. The councils are also requesting a costing from the OPP and York Regional Police. “They are declining at this time,” Innisfil Mayor Barb Baguley said. “That’s fine, they’ve given their reasons. We went to whoever we thought was applicable so we would have as much information as possible.”
Kuzmich tourney hits ice this weekend The 10th annual Alan Kuzmich Memorial Hockey Tournament takes to the ice at the new Bradford West Gwillimbury Leisure Centre this weekend. Mr. Kuzmich was a police officer, with the South Simcoe Police, whose life was tragically cut short in the course of his duties in August 2002. In Mr. Kuzmich’s honour, a group of Police Officers and civilians have formed a committee and created a hockey tournament which donates 100 per cent of its profits to charities for children and youth. This year marks the 10th annual running of that tournament. “The Friends of South Simcoe
Innisfil and Bradford pay $269.30 and $254.42, per capita respectively. Barrie pays $294.09 per capita, York sits at $225.08. New Tecumseth, which uses the OPP, pays $153.55 per capita. Mr. Jure said Barrie’s refusal to prepare a costing comes down to expenses. “Two municipalities would be expected to offset costs to deliver our police services to those communities. How would you portion out the costs?” Jure said satellite offices would need to be set up, the 80 current South Simcoe Police officers would need to undergo training for Barrie’s protocols, and equipment would have to be purchased. “The South Simcoe service leases everything except the bullets, as it was described to me,” said Mr. Jure. “It’s the easiest way to apportion the costs.” Currently, Bradford West Gwillimbury pays for 44 per cent of the cost, and Innisfil pays 56 percent, for a combined total of $16.4 million. Even if Barrie was to compile a cost report, it would cost the city $150,000 to “go through the exercise.” Mr. Jure said the Police Services Act does allow for neighbouring municipalities to give quotes on servicing. “It’s (a) feasible (request), but it’s not for us,” said Mr. Jure. Police” are pleased to announce that this year’s tournament will be held at the new Leisure Centre located at 471 West Park Ave. in Bradford. The tournament will consist of 24 adult teams, from Southern Ontario, totaling over 350 male and female adult participants in four divisions. There will be an offering of food and beverages served in the attached auditorium, which overlooks one of the rinks. As well, a charity auction will be conducted throughout the event. Proceeds will be donated to the Innisfil Snow Dogs, a special needs hockey organization and Camp Quality, a summer camp for children afflicted with cancer. For more information on the charities, visit innisfilsnowdogs.com and www.campquality.com.
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April 21 the Leisure Services Department by April 20, call 905-775-5359 ext. 5102 or email recreation@townofbwg.com. The clean-up will be followed by a tree planting event from 1 to 3 p.m. Contact Leisure Services for more details. Also, at the Bradford Community Centre beginning 9 a.m. will be the 5th Annual Fastest Broom Contest with last year’s winners 1st Bradford Scouting vs. BWG Council. Come out and support your favourite team!
Using only two chairs, a table and a few cloths, the actors bring to life the drama and poetry of the Gospel with stunning simplicity and imagination. This critically-acclaimed U.S. premiere production of The Gospel of John, first produced in 2007 by Walking the Dog Theater of Hudson, NY, is directed by Adrian Locher of TaurusVoice theater company, U.K., which developed the staging in 2002. For more information contact Treasa at 705-7225408 or rsvp@novalisproject.com
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Meet the new chief The South Simcoe Police Services Board is pleased to invite members of the public to the Swearing In process of new Chief of Police Richard Beazley.The swearing in will take place on Monday April 16, 2012 at 6 p.m. at the Bradford West Gwillimbury Library which is located at 425 Holland Street West, Bradford. Refreshments will be pro-
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vided following the ceremony. ThePolice Service Board’s regular board meeting will commence at 7 p.m. Note: a formal change of command ceremony is to be announced in the near future
TUESDAY
Writers’ Circle The Bradford Writers’ Circle next meets on Tuesday, April 17. Writers’ Circle supports budding authors and journalists. Beginning and established writers are welcome to attend. For additional information contact Patricia Miller, chairperson, @ 905-778-9301 or BWGwriterscircle@yahoo.ca
APRIL 20
Art Cafe Bond Head Fine Arts presents the third installment of its Art Cafe next month. The annual event will run from 5 to 9 p.m. on April 20 and 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on April 21 and feature more than 1,000 pieces of original art by local artists. There will be plenty of new artists and new work and also an opportunity to chat with the artists themselves. The cafe will be held in the hall of St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church, located at 56 Hearn St. in Bond Head. For further details call Meade Helman at 905-778-9328 or e-mail meadehelman@rogers.com.
Roast beef dinner On April 20th the Tec-We-Gwill Women’s Institute is having a roast beef dinner to celebrate the opening of their new kitchen. Sittings are 4:30, 5:45 and 7 p.m. The price is $15 for adults and $6 for children under 12. Musical entertainment will be provided upstairs for the enjoyment for those waiting for their meal. For tickets call any Institute member or Barbara at 705435-9421 or Mary at 905-775-3890.
APRIL 25
Snow White rocks Excitement has been growing at Fieldcrest Elementary School as students and staff prepare to raise the curtains on their production of The Rockin’ Tale of Snow White. Performances will take place at Bradford District High School, 70
Professor Day Dr., on April 25 and April 26 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 each. To listen to the students’ advertisement, visit http://audioboo.fm/boos/733749-of. For more information contact Megan Crane at Fieldcrest ES at 905-778-2010.
MAY 5
Murder mystery On Saturday, May 5, Bradford United Church is presenting a murder mystery dinner, entitled “Murder at the Manse” by Thom Stenson. The dinner will include salad with vinaigrette dressing, chicken in a cream sauce, mashed potatoes, a vegetable, dessert and tea/ coffee. Tickets are $30 per person and can be obtained by contacting the church at 905-775-7268. The final day for purchasing tickets is Friday, April 27. Wine or beer may also be purchased. The Church is located at 66 Barrie Street in Bradford. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. on May 5 and dinner will be served at 6 p.m. Hope to see you there to find out “Who did it?”
Murder mystery You are cordially invited to attend the 50th Anniversary celebration of St. Charles School, Bradford on May 5, 2012. At noon a Jubilee Mass
celebrated by Rev. Father Boniface Perri will be held at Holy Martyrs of Japan Catholic Church, 167 Essa St., Bradford. From 1 until 4 p.m. attend the school open house, meet & greet and light lunch barbecue ($5.), and take in the displays and presentations at St. Charles School, 691 Simcoe Rd., Bradford. Then, from 5:30 10 p.m. don’t miss the Annual Spring Fling Celebration at the Portuguese Cultural Center, 767 Simcoe Rd. It will Include dinner, silent auction, music, games, and fun for the whole family. Tickets must be purchased in advance for this part of the day. RSVP by April 26.
MAY 12
Tulip Tea Treat your mom to tea from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 12 at Grange Hall in Lefroy. The cost is $5 per person and includes tea/coffee with sandwiches and fresh fruit. There will be desserts to purchase as well. So treat your mom to a an afternoon tearoom experience, complete with fine china and great atmosphere. So treat mom or have an afternoon tea with the girls.PS: Dads, this is a perfect gift for the kids to take mommy out! This event is sponsored by the UCW of Lefroy United Church.
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PUBLIC SAFETY: New chief unfazed by police costing
New chief promises ‘fresh approach’ BY RICK VANDERLINDE
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South Simcoe’s new police chief will bring a “fresh approach” to find savings as the force undergoes a costing exercise that could eventually see it disbanded. Richard Beazley told Innisfil council last week that he is not intimidated by an OPP costing, which will assess how much it would charge to police Bradford West Gwillimbury and Innisfil. The cost is now $16.4 million a year. “I don’t know that there are inefficiencies. But a fresh approach and fresh set of eyes is always something to bring to the table. I’m not intimidated by council looking to compare, but I really think there are other options available, one of which is to continue with the wonderful work being done by the South Simcoe service.”
‘I don’t know that there are inefficiencies, but a fresh approach and fresh set of eyes is always something to bring to the table.’ Beazley, who replaces long-time chief Bruce Davis, will be officially sworn in before next Monday’s police services board meeting at the Bradford library. Beazley, who was chief of Strathroy-Caradoc Police Service in southwest Ontario, said he will be a “24-7 chief” who will bring “a proven practice of openness and transparency”.
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SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE CHIEF DESIGNATE RICHARD BEAZLEY Beazley said he will focus on using the talent within the police service and “providing opportunities”. “High performance organizations always challenge themselves by capturing the intelligence, as well as the efforts, of the people that work there. I welcome new ideas,” he said. Police services board chairperson Lori Boudreau told council Beazley will help lead the force through challenging times. “He will lead them through the OPP costing and keep their morale up and keep them motivated,” Boudreau said. York Regional Police and Barrie Police were also asked to prepare a costing, however, Barrie’s police board declined the offer last week. Innisfil and BWG agreed to look for a cheaper alternative to South Simcoe Police during a joint meeting in February.
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DENTAL ASSISTANT Looking for a fresh new face!!!! Expanding dental office in Keswick is looking for a level 2 dental assistant to join our team! The right candidate will be friendly, punctual, and have a desire to learn new skills. New grads will be considered for this position. If you are looking for a position that will be challenging yet rewarding please send your resume to dentistryinkeswick@gmail.com PART-TIME MEDICAL ASSISTANTS Newmarket location Must be able to work days, evenings & weekends. Reception exp. preferred. Keyboarding & computer knowledge. Transportation a must. FULL-TIME CLINIC SUPERVISORS needed for busy medical clinics Experience preferred. Vehicle required. Fax/email resume stating the position you are applying for: wcassista@yorkmed.ca 905-952-3659
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HOPKINS, Donna Jean Weakened by a heart condition, passed away from pneumonia at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Saturday, April 7th, 2012. She is survived by her husband of 12 years, Arthur E. Weis. She leaves behind her son Charles Douglas of San Diego, California; step-sons Adam Weis of Eugene, Oregon and Alex Weis, of Santa Barbara, California; a brother, Richard Hopkins and mother, Agnes Hopkins, of Port Hope, Pennsylvania. Born on February 2nd, 1948 in Hazelton, Pennsylvania, she attended Boston University. Settling first in the Virgin Islands, and later southern California, she owned and operated several retail businesses dealing in jewelry and interior design. She retired upon moving to King City, Ontario, where her husband is director of the University of Toronto's environmental facility, Koffler Scientific Reserve at Jokers Hill. She loved sailing, dancing and entertaining friends. In Ontario she took an interest in several local environmental and artistic endeavors. She is remembered by the Jokers Hill faculty, students, staff and neighbours as a lively presence with a feisty sense of humor. Her favorite song was "18 Till I Die" by Bryan Adams; her friends know how close she came. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services. A Celebration of her Life is scheduled for later in the month.
REID, Andrew Hunter (W.W.II Naval Veteran) Passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket at the age of 86. Loving husband for 64 years of Rhoda (nee Grigg). Beloved father of Ross (Brenda) and Lloyd (Judy). Proud grandfather of Toby (Julie), Shelley (Matthew), Carolynne (Brian), Jennifer (Michael), Corrine (Jeremy) and Rosemary. Great grandfather of Madison, Charlotte, Josie, Makenzi and Veronica. Survived by sisters-in-law Marion Reid and Vicki Grigg and brother-in-law Morley Grigg (Ruby). Predeceased by his brother David Reid and brother-in-law Ronald Grigg. Son of the late Thomas and Catherine Reid. Andrew was born on September 9, 1925 and he enjoyed working for Spruce Falls Power and Paper Company, Kapuskasing, for 44 years. Friends called at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket for visitation on Wednesday, April 11th from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Victory Baptist Church, 18408 Yonge St., Newmarket on Thursday, April 12th at 2 p.m, followed by refreshments. Interment will occur at a later date in Kapuskasing, Ontario. Donations, in memory of Andrew, can be made to the Victory Baptist Church Memorial Fund or the Parkinson Society of Canada. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com
BENEDEK, Deanna Passed away, at home, on Monday, April 9, 2012 at 54 years of age. Loving wife of George and dear mother of Kyle and Kayla. She will be missed by family and friends. Friends may call at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket for Memorial Visitation on Monday, April 16, 2012 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandroes.com
LUNNEY, Beverly Anne Peacefully after a short illness at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Friday, April 6, 2012. Beverly (nee Morning) of River Drive Park in her 67th year. Beloved wife of Jim Lunney. Dear mother of Wendy (Herschel) Jacobs and Dennis (Charlene) Lunney. Dear grandma of Ashley and Steven Jacobs; Mathew and Colin Lunney. Dear sister of Shirley Kirk, Carol (Bill) Carlisle, Don Ash, Ken (Ann) Ash and Larry (Mary Ellen) Ash. Lovingly remembered by her extended family. Friends may call at SKWARCHUK FUNERAL HOME, 30 Simcoe Rd., Bradford for a memorial visitation on Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 10 a.m. until the time of a memorial service in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Interment of ashes at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Bradford. In Beverly's memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation. McCONNACHIE, Frances Helen Passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre on April 3, 2012 in her 86th year. Loving wife of the late Peter McConnachie, beloved mother of Daniel (Martha) and Peter (Beverley) and proud grandmother of Grace, Sean, Darren, Sarah and Heather. Sister of Alice (predeceased) and daughter of the late Daniel and Hannah Sinclair. A Memorial Service will be held at Roadhouse and Rose, 157 Main St. S., Newmarket on Saturday, April 21st, 2012 at 11 a.m. The family would like to thank Southlake Regional Health Centre for their care. Memorial donations may be made to Southlake Regional Health Centre. On line condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com
HOGAN, Omar Lynn 29 October 1953 - 09 April 2012 Cremation has taken place. Internment Lakeview Cemetery, Kirkfield, Ontario to be arranged at a later date. "It's not the destination It's the journey"
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HOLDSWORTH, Margaret Passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, April 10, 2012, at 77 years of age. Loving mother of Patricia Holdsworth (Joe Fedorchuk), Ken Holdsworth, the late David Holdsworth and the late Roy Holdsworth. Loving nanny of Christina Holdsworth (Michael Gillison) and Andrew Cottrell and great-nanny of Kaleb Roy Gillison. Friends may call at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket on Saturday, April 14th, 2012 from 1 to 2 p.m. Funeral Service in the chapel at 2 p.m., followed by cremation. On-line condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com Death is a state when you live on in the memories of others, so do not grieve for me but remember me.
MCTAGGART, Marilyn Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at King City Lodge Nursing Home on Saturday April 7, 2012 in her 72nd year. Marilyn is predeceased by her husband Donald, parents Bertha and Leon and brother Jack. Loving and caring mother of John (Terry), Gail (Paul), Sandra (Daryl), Valerie (Rob), Kim (James). Beloved sister of Richard & Con. Fondly remembered by several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Marilyn touched the hearts of many and she will be sadly missed. A special thank you to the wonderful staff at King City Lodge Nursing home for the care and compassion they showed to Marilyn over the past 5 years. A Celebration of Life will be held at Glendale Memorial Gardens Visitation Centre, 1810 Albion Road (Highway 27 & Albion Road) Etobicoke, on Saturday April 21, 2012. The family will receive friends for visitation from 11:00 a.m. with service at 12:00 noon. Interment to follow at Glendale Memorial Gardens.
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ANDERSON, Brian David Former Chef/ owner of Prego Ristorante in Aurora, died at the age of 61, after a brief illness, with his family at his side on April 2, 2012. Brian was the husband of Karen, father of Scott and special friend of Nancy. He was predeceased by his parents Lloyd and Joan Anderson of Peterborough. Brian will be greatly missed by his siblings, Erica Beauchamp (Doug), Neil, Doug and Bruce (Debra), and his nieces Fleur, Melanie, Rachel and nephews Jerry, Edward and Liam. Friends may pay their respects at the Roman Palace Banquet Hall, 1096 Ringwell Dr., Newmarket, ON. on Thursday, May 10, 2012. Visitation from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 8:00 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to Taylor Funeral Home, 524 Davis Dr., Newmarket ON. 905-898-2100. Memorial donations to Friends of Algonquin Park or Canadian Wildlife Federation, appreciated. Condolences can be forwarded to the family through www.taylorfuneralhomenewmarket.com
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