The Lake Erie Beacon November 6 2015 by Linda Hibbert

Serving Lake Erie’s North Shore Friday November 6, 2015

INSIDE Letters I am a graduate of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, and its STORY PAGE 2 Operation Legacy, .

Poppy Fund Donation The Legion Poppy Trust Fund provides medical and social services for veterans — STORY PAGE 2

Students Learning about Lake Erie There were a variety of speakers, presentations and activities to teach students about Lake Erie’s strengths and about issues facing the lake, STORY PAGE 3

Central Elgin Growing Together Awards The annual Central Elgin Growing Together Awards Banquet took place on Wednesday October 28th, 2015, STORY PAGE 5

First Elgincentives Grant Awarded The grant from Elgincentives will facilitate important transformations in this historic Elgin County building, STORY PAGE 6

Sparta Street Lighting Proposal A Sparta Heritage Street Lighting plan has been presented as of October 21, 2015 STORY PAGE 8

$10,000 donation to STEGH Phil and Kim understand the importance of having a great Hospital not only for their family, STORY PAGE 10

LOOK AHEAD Community Events

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Classifieds & Service Directory Page 11 Business Roladex

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LEB Circulation The Lake Erie Beacon is delivered free of charge to over 6000 homes, apartments and businesses along the north shore of Lake Erie. In addition copies are available at selected locations in Rodney, West Lorne, Dutton, St.Thomas, Copenhagen and Port Stanley for a total print run of 7000.

Changes and Development in Port Stanley Dan McNeil This winter in Port Stanley may bring about the most significant degree of change than the village has seen in its life. This article will only speak to the general nature of the changes that are underway. Future articles will provide more details about the dredging operation and the creation of Hofhuis Park. One must begin by looking briefly at why the dramatic recent changes were necessary and inevitable. In the 1980’s Transport Canada was responsible for all of the working ports in the country. In that period the Department studied the problem of Port Stanley’s harbour infrastructure not being to St Lawrence Seaway standard - built to only accommodate ship drafts of 22 feet instead of the necessary 28 feet. It was determined that Goderich, Windsor and Hamilton could handle all of the regional marine freight. It was decided not to invest in the future of Port Stanley’s harbour. This was exacerbated by the 1996 Federal decision to divest responsibility for all Canada’s harbours. Port Stanley became a particularly difficult case because it was proven to be no longer economically viable as a commercial/industrial port. Up until the divestiture to Central Elgin was achieved in September 2010 Transport Canada virtually abandoned the harbour. A significant feature of the long-standing negotiations was a threat to make this ‘abandonment’ permanent. The most telling testa-

Chewing up the last three silos on Port Stanley Harbour. ment to this threat was the parlous state of the breakwater, which was falling apart and had been closed to pedestrian traffic for 15 years. Completion of the breakwater and opening it to pedestrians again was a milestone event in the region. The popularity of the pier as a destination has been incredible. Making it safer, more pedestrian friendly and wheelchair accessible was visionary. For both residents and visitors to our village the ongoing activity that will extend through the winter is extraordinary. First the ‘silos’ on the harbour front are coming down. Once the iron rebar is removed, the rubble is becoming the base of the dredgeate cell, which become Hofhuis Park. Many will have noted the excitement generated by the dramatic fall of the first silo, with additional expectations for the second one. The ‘drama’ is over. This week, heavier and bigger equipment will allow the remaining three silos to be removed with more control. They will be chewed up from the top down. Many will have noted the adjacent heavy construction from Erie Street across the silo property. This will be the new “Erie Street Drain” that should solve the flooding problems that have been endemic in that area of town for many years. This follows an area drainage study that was completed last year. Dredging has been started Continued On Page 9

Preparing for the Invasion Exploring invasive species management in Southwestern Ontario Mary Baxter Morelmag On Saturday Nov. 7, 2015, Morelmag.ca, is hosting “Preparing for the Invasion,” a free day-long interdisciplinary event in St. Thomas that explores the management of invasive species in Southwestern Ontario. The main highlight of this family friendly event is an expert discussion panel that will address the issue of invasive species, their impact, the legislation being introduced to control them, such as Ontario’s innovative Bill 37, that is now making its final rounds through provincial legislature, as well as other government and community strategies. The panel is being moderated by noted Western University political scientist Andrew Sancton and includes:

• Janice Gilbert, wetlands biologist who specializes in Phragmites australis control, Ontario Phragmites Working Group, Nature Conservancy Canada

• Jarmo Jalava, Director of Ecosystem Recovery, Carolinian Canada

• John FitzGibbon, University of Guelph School of Rural Planning and Development

• Kellie Sherman, Coordinator, Ontario Invasive Plant Council

• David Collins, Chairman, St. Thomas Phragmites Control Committee

• Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry representative (invited) Preparing for the Invasion takes place Continued On Page 7

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LETTERS The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program Dear Editor, I am a graduate of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, and its Operation Legacy, which is made up of members and graduates of CHAMP who are dedicated to teaching the younger generation about the importance of remembrance. Amputee veterans started The War Amps nearly 100 years ago, and later created CHAMP to share their knowledge and assistance with us. Operation Legacy allows us to honour them and carry their legacy into the future. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. On

Remembrance Day, it is important for Canadians to reflect on the significance of this anniversary and the sacrifices made so we could lead better lives. Operation Legacy has given me the privilege to participate in many events that will always stay in my heart. I cherish the times I get to talk with honourable veterans because hearing their stories first-hand makes me appreciate how hard they fought for our country. I am honoured to pass on the torch of remembrance to younger generations, so they too can be proud to live in this amazing country. Sincerely, Celeste Blanchard, 19 Operation Legacy Member, Ottawa

Fishing Violation Leads to Fine, Ban and Court Order it on YouTube. Conservation officers started investigating after they learned of the video and were able to A Windsor man has been fined confirm its authenticity. With the $1,000 and was banned from fishing for help of the public, officers identified two years for a fishing violation. Parent as the person responsible for killing the fish. Edmond Parent pleaded guilty to failing to release an under-sized The Detroit River is located in muskellunge (musky) he caught in a Fisheries Management Zone 19, way that caused the least harm to the where anglers with a sport fishing lifish. In addition, he was banned from cence can catch and keep one fishing for two years. He cannot posmusky that is 112 centimetres (44 sess or associate with anyone possess- inches) or more, while anglers with a ing any fishing equipment on any body conservation fishing licence cannot of water or adjacent shoreline. keep any muskies caught.

Kevin Sprague Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

Court heard that, two anglers were fishing on the Detroit River at the mouth of Lake St. Clair near Windsor when they saw an angler in a boat next to them catch an under-sized musky. The individual struck the musky on the head killing it, and then threw the fish back into the water. The anglers captured the incident on video and posted

Anglers are reminded that they must immediately release any fish they catch that are illegal to possess, such as fish caught of a prohibited size, during the closed season or in excess of the catch and possession limits. This rule does not apply to invasive species like gobies, which should be destroyed.

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Poppy Fund Donation Paul Dilworth

Photo courtesy Janice McClenaghan

"Betty Kennedy, Chair of Port Stanley Legion's Poppy Trust Fund, accepts a cheque for $7762. The proceeds were a result of the 2015 Poppy Open golf tournament held in August at the Kettle Creek Golf and Country Club. 84 golfers teed up in the 3rd annual Poppy Open golf tournament followed by dinner, prizes and raffles at the Port Stanley Legion. Many prizes were donated by local and regional businesses and the winning teams and individuals took home some great prizes. Ticketed

draws brought in additional funds. Pictured along with Betty are members of the golf committee including back row (L) to (R) Anne McPhail, Judy Zavitz-MacDonald and Catherine Dilworth. Front row with Betty is Paul Dilworth. The Legion Poppy Trust Fund provides medical and social services for veterans, youth education programs regarding veteran affairs, and support for local health and community programs.

Remembrance Day Parade We will be observing our annual Remembrance Day Parade on Sunday November 8th. The Parade will form on Main Street near the Wharf Building at 10:30 and march to the Cenotaph for the 11:00 A.M. service. Everyone is welcomed and we encourage children to attend.

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The members and friends of the Port Stanley Legion will conduct their annual Poppy Distribution Campaign on Friday October 30st, Saturday October 31st, 2015. Any business or individual wishing to donate can make cheques payable to the Port Stanley Legion Branch 410 Poppy Fund. A tax receipt will be issued upon request. Volunteers Welcome! November 8th at 11 am There will be a Memorial Service at Veterans Park in front of the Legion If you wish to have a box of Poppies at your location please contact Betty Kennedy Poppy Chair for Branch 410

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Thames Valley District Secondary Students Learning about Lake Erie ence was to help the students build a stronger connection to the Great Lakes, especially to Lake Erie. “There were a variety of speakers, presentations and activities to teach students about Lake Erie’s strengths and about issues facing the lake,” explained Teresa Hollingsworth, Manager of Community and Corporate Services at the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority and one of the conference organizers.

Captain Scott Siddall owner of the fishing vessel “Nancy A. Siddall”

Andrew Hibbert On Friday, October 30th, more than 100 grade 11 and 12 students from 14 Secondary Schools across the Thames Valley District School Board attended the Lake Erie Student Conference in Port Stanley. The goal of the confer-

“The students also visited a commercial fishing vessel, learned why and how to test water quality, found out about invasive species that are affecting the lakes ecosystem, and came to see up close some of the birds of prey that depend on Lake Erie for their food,” said Hollingsworth. “We wanted the students to come away with a better understanding of the importance of a healthy Lake Erie, and to think about how their actions can help protect the lake.”

PSVA Public Meeting Linda Easton PSVA Board Chair

The Harbour? The Berm? The Pier? Condos? The School? The Lighthouse? Port Stanley Signage? What’s happening? Find out at the

Annual General Meeting of the

Port Stanley Village Association at The Port Stanley Legion Thursday Nov. 26, 2015 - 7 PM

Everyone Welcome!

Port Stanley residents the Annual General Meeting of the Port Stanley Village Association is at 7 PM on November 26 at the Port Stanley Legion. We will be able to update you on the events we have been involved in and we have speakers to address you. The principal of the Port Stanley Public School, Sheila Pinder, will attend to give us an update on the situation of the school and our local councilor, Dan McNeil, will give his annual update on happenings in Central Elgin and answer any questions you may have. It promises to be an excellent chance to meet with your neighbours and get a better understanding of the current issues affecting Port Stanley.

For Information: www.psva.ca

The conference took place at the Port Stanley Arena and Community Centre, 332 Carlow Road, Port Stanley. The conference was presented with support from the Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change, the Thames Valley District School Board and the Kettle Creek and Upper Thames River Conservation Authorities. One of the speakers who talked about the Commercial Fishing Industry

Students in the photo meeting with Captain Siddall were from Banting, Central, Medway and Westminster High Schools. on Lake Erie was Captain Scott Siddall owner of the fishing vessel “Nancy A. Siddall” built in 1980. Scott is a third generation fishing family in Port Stanley whose brother is also a commercial fisherman out of Port Maitland, which is east of Long Point in Lake Erie’s Eastern Basin.

HealthTalk No Infection Control Will Take Its Toll

Steve Bond, BScPhm, RPh, CDE Pharmacist/Manager

The week of October 18th-24th, 2015 is dedicated as International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW). IIPW, which takes place the third week of October each year, raises awareness of the role infection prevention plays to improve patient safety.

required to treat infections. In some cases, bacteria can become resistant to multiple antibiotics so that only a few or perhaps only one antibiotic is effective. If that one fails, we have no other options. These ‘super bugs’ are a growing concern in the community.

Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria change in some way that reduces the effectiveness of the antibiotics that we use to treat common infections. The bacteria survive and continue to multiply producing offspring that are also resistant to antibiotics. So what causes resistance? Every time a person takes antibiotics, the sensitive (or weaker) bacteria are killed, but the stronger, more resistant bugs may be left to grow and multiply. Repeated and improper use of antibiotics is one of primary causes of the increase in drug-resistant bacteria. While antibiotics should be used to treat bacterial infections, they are not effective against viral infections like the common cold or the flu. Using antibiotics when they are not needed, increases the chances that they won’t work when they are needed.

What steps can we take to prevent antibiotic resistance? Do not take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu. If prescribed antibiotics for a bacterial infection complete the full course-don’t keep some around ‘just in case’. Also, take the dose as prescribed- don’t skip doses. Never take antibiotics prescribed for someone else. Taking the wrong medicine may delay correct treatment and allow bacteria to multiply. If your doctor determines that you do not have a bacterial infection, ask about ways to help relieve your symptoms. Do not pressure them to prescribe an antibiotic. In many cases, colds will resolve in 7 days with an antibiotic and in a week without. (Yes, 7 days is the same as a week. To reduce the chance of infection, talk to us about the flu shots. Our pharmacy will be holding convenient clinics and taking walk in appointments as well.

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Central Elgin Growing Together Awards Andrew Hibbert

Built Heritage

Cultural Heritage

Volunteer Service

The annual Central Elgin Growing Together Awards Banquet took place on Wednesday October 28th, 2015, at the United Church in Port Stanley. Present were Mayor David Marr, members of Central Elgin Council and Staff.

John & Cathy Morrow

Dowler Karn Museum

Casey Willeme

Volunteer Service

Nancy Millman

Yvonne Steer

Jim and Angela Howie

Landscape Residential

Volunteer Service

Charlie and Laurie Nagge

Don MacKinnon

Melanie Taylor

Volunteer Service

Farming Excellence

Environment Cheryl Barendregt

Ray Filewood

Ken and Martha Lang

/Thames Talbot Land Trust

The awards are presented to local citizens, groups or commercial endeavours who exemplify the best in each of the awards categories. The recipients are treated to a dinner and recognized with a certificate for their achievement. The Awards Committee promotes tidiness of green spaces, recycling, composting, and other environmental projects as well as organizing and coordinating the citizen award recognition night and promoting and supporting natural and cultural heritage conservation initiatives.

The Awards History The Municipality was involved in Communities in Bloom for 5 years. For the first three years the municipality enter the provincial competition and achieved 5 blooms. For the next two years they were entered into the national competition and achieved 5 blooms both years. In 2009, the Municipality decided not to enter the national competition but to continue Communities in Bloom's beautification, environmental and community building activities. The committee is now called "Central Elgin - Growing Together". The committee promotes tidiness of green spaces, recycling, composting, and other environmental projects as well as organizing and co-ordinating the citizen award recognition night and promoting and supporting natural and cultural heritage conservation initiatives. The Awards include the following:

Volunteer Service Award Recognition is given to Central Elgin residents who have contributed a significant amount of volunteer time and energy towards the development of community life in Central Elgin. Candidates for this award will have made significant unselfish contributions to organizations such as Meals on Wheels, Service Clubs, Home & School Associations, Youth Groups; been a Guide and/or Scout leader, Minor Sports Coach; and/or volunteered in a capacity such as chairing, organizing or promoting non-profit arts and culture organizations. These volunteers do not received financial remuneration for their efforts other than reimbursement for travel, lodging, equipment or supplies.

Distinguished Citizen Award Recognition will be given to Central Elgin residents who have contributed in a meaningful way to the Central Elgin Community. These individuals may not fit the volunteer criteria, howContinued On Page 7

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Phishing Through Emails And Social Media First Elgincentives Grant Awarded Katherine Thompson Elgin County Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Elgin County Economic Development is pleased to announce that Laurence Grant of Dutton-Dunwich is the first successful applicant for funding under the new Elgincentives Community Improvement Plan (CIP). Mr. Grant has been approved for façade, building improvement, and energy efficiency grants in the amount of $15,000. These funds will be used for the restoration of the former Iona General Store. The completed project will include a refurbished store, an enhanced façade, and a bed and breakfast. "The grant from Elgincentives will facilitate important transformations in this historic Elgin County building," said Mr. Grant. "The repairs will turn an eyesore into a showpiece, make the main floor of the building useable once again as a commercial space, and will make it possible to open a bed and breakfast facility catering to old Highway 3 tourism by both motorists and cyclists. In 2016, the old Iona General store will come back from the brink."

The Elgincentives CIP offers financial incentives that cover up to 50% of eligible costs to a maximum of $15,000 per project. Businesses will qualify for Elgincentives provided that they meet certain criteria and are located in one of the following areas: Downtowns; agricultural areas; and, ports and lakeshore areas. Grants are available for façade, signage, and property improvements; building improvements/restorations; building conversions/expansions; energy efficiency retrofits; feasibility and design studies; and outdoor art projects. Supplemental grants are available for multiple property owners or tenants looking to implement a coordinated approach to improvement projects and to members of the Savour Elgin and Elgin Arts Trail programs. For more information about the Elgincentives Community Improvement Plan or to download an application visit:

www.elgincentives.ca, e-mail jdias@elgin.ca or call 519-631-1460 ext. 168

Andrew Hibbert I often receive emails that look suspicious and usually my computer puts them into the junk mail file. Many look similar to others but have a different name attached. they may have legitimate names attached but are still bogus. Phishing is the attempt to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details (and sometimes, indirectly, money), often for malicious reasons, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication. Communications purporting to be from popular social web sites, auction sites, banks, online payment processors or IT administrators are commonly used to lure unsuspecting victims. Phishing emails may contain links to websites that are infected with malware. Phishing is typically carried out by email spoofing or instant messaging, and it often directs users to enter details at a fake website whose look and feel are almost identical to a legitimate one. Phishing is an example of social engineering techniques used to deceive users, and exploits the poor usability of current web security technologies. Attempts to deal with the growing number of reported phishing incidents include legislation, user training, public awareness, and technical security measures.

Many websites have now created secondary tools for applications, like maps for games, but they should be clearly marked as to who wrote them, and users should not use the same passwords anywhere on the internet. Phishing is a continual threat that keeps growing. The risk grows even larger in social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google+. Hackers commonly take advantage of these sites to attack people who are using them at their workplace, homes, or in public in order to take personal and security information that can affect the user or company (if in a workplace environment). Phishing takes advantage of the trust that the user may have since the user may not be able to tell that the site being visited, or program being used, is not real; therefore, when this occurs, the hacker has the chance to gain the personal information of the targeted user, such as passwords, usernames, security codes, and credit card numbers, among other things. One of the things to look for in Phishing emails is the attachment in the lower left corner. If you see this in an email don’t open it as it may contain a virus. Many companies and banks now have a link on their web sites where you can report these types of email. Or you can report them to the Canadian AntiFraud Centre web site at www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca. Or call Toll Free 1-888-495-8501.

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Central Elgin Growing Together Awards Continued From Page 5 Forestry

Distinguished Citizen

Awards Moderator

Dan DeBackere

Dr. Robert Burns

Deputy Mayor Sally Martyn

ever their selfless efforts are deserving of recognition.

Additional Awards

Volunteer Service: Port Stanley United Church Needle Exchange

Preparing for the Invasion Continued From Page 1 at John Wise Public School, 100 Parkside Drive, Saint Thomas, Ontario. The event would not have been possible without the terrific in-kind support and partnerships of Carolinian Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada, Elgin County Museum, Ontario Invasive Plants Council and Ontario Phragmites Working Group.

The day’s activities and attractions include: • A nature walk conducted by Jarmo Jalava of Carolinian Canada (9:30 a.m.)

• Expert panel (10:30 a.m.) • Presentation by Ann Vance, butterfly tagger (1 p.m.)

• Reading by St. Thomas poet Julie Berry and Tanis Rideout, Western University Writer-in-Residence and poet laureate of Lake Ontario followed by an open mike session (1:30 p.m.)

• Displays by presenters and others • Opportunity to visit “On the Trail of the Monarch Butterfly” exhibit at nearby Elgin County Museum No area in Canada is more vulnerable right now to the threat of invasive species than Southwestern Ontario with its distinctive woodlands, marshes and Great Lakes shorelines. How we move ahead to manage this problem involves not only our residents and businesses but also the municipalities in which they are located as well as many other government jurisdictions and agencies. Morelmag.ca is a web-based general interest magazine and outreach program serving Southwestern Ontario.

Citizen Achievement Awards Sports Achievement Recognition will be given to individuals or teams who are residents of Central Elgin that have garnered recognition at the provincial, national or international levels in their sport. To receive this award, accomplishments must have been made within the past year. Arts and Culture Achievement Recognition will be given to individuals or groups in Central Elgin whose involvement in arts and culture has received acclaim in competition, judged shows and exhibition or had commissioned works. Artists may receive financial remuneration for their work. To receive this award, accomplishments must have been made within the past year.

Nomination Process Each year the Municipality of Central Elgin will be searching for nominees throughout the community. To nominate a candidate for next year please fill out a nomination form explaining why this candidate is deserving of recognition and return it to the Municipality of Central Elgin office. Nominators will be advised of the status of their application. Award recipients will receive a letter by mail from the municipality and will be recognized at a regular council meeting and/or an Awards Reception to be held in the Autumn of each year.

Greening Schools: Top score to South Dorchester School who built a new pavilion this year, Environment: To New Sarum School Tidiness: To Sparta School Community Involvement: To Port Stanley School Tidiness: Ken and Debra Jarvis Landscape Floral Commercial: Kettle Creek Inn & the Vedova Family Volunteer Service: Nancy Moore Volunteer Service: Yarmouth Glenn WI

Rotary Club of St.Thomas Presents its 20th Annual

Christmas in St. Thomas “TOUR of HOMES” Visit “5” Lovely Homes November 13th, 14th &15th Friday “Candlelight Preview” 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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The Awards Banquet The Awards Banquet venue moves to a different location around Central Elgin each year. This year the Banquet took place at the United Church in Port Stanley. The meal with dessert, provided by the volunteer ladies, was excellent.

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Sparta Street Lighting Proposal

Invasive Species Legislation Receives Royal Assent Province Takes Action to Protect Against Invasive Species Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Ontario is taking further action to protect communities from the significant social, economic and ecological impacts of invasive species by passing the Invasive Species Act. Today, the Act received Royal Assent, following its passage in the Legislature on October 21, 2015. This legislation will support the prevention, early detection, rapid response and eradication of invasive species, such as giant hogweed and northern snakehead. It will also: • Give Ontario the tools to ban the possession and transportation of certain invasive species • Allow for earlier intervention and rapid response to keep invasive species from spreading, for example by preventing the movement of contaminated firewood • Help ensure compliance through

Left: Are the present street lights in Sparta mounted on wooden Hydro Poles.

modernized inspection and enforcement measures.

Below: The proposed street lights that would be in keeping with the look and feel of the village.

Ontario continues to work with key partners to educate the public and address the growing threat invasive species pose.

street lighting. It is further suggested that this may be incorporated in the future once the power lines are eventually buried. The plan allows for the installation of 5 new street lights.

Taking strong action to prevent the spread of invasive species is part of the government's plan to build Ontario up. The four part plan includes investing in people’s talents and skills, making the largest investment in public infrastructure in Ontario's history, creating a dynamic, innovative environment where business thrives and building a secure savings plan.

The proposal suggests that the new poles be installed within 1 metre of the existing hydro wooden pole. The new poles and lights would be historically sympathetic to the village. By utilizing the existing power feed from the present street lights, a reasonable cost to feed the new fixture is possible.

“Ontario is proud to be the first and only jurisdiction in Canada to enact standalone invasive species legislation. Invasive species pose a significant risk to our natural environment and our economy. This new act is a critical tool in our collective fight against the growing threats of invasive species in Ontario.” Bill Mauro, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry

In the event that Hydro One is opposed to this suggestion it would be required that there would need to be a feeder trench between the poles. This will require minor excavation of the roadway.

Andrew Hibbert It has been proposed that the Municipality Of Central Elgin change the existing street lighting within the Village of Sparta. Presently, the street lights are ordinary looking fixtures that are attached to existing hydro poles, which are owned and maintained by Hydro One. The proposal is to replace these existing lights with poles and fixtures, which are more sympathetic to the historical look and feel of the village.

The Plan A Sparta Heritage Street Lighting plan has been presented as of October 21, 2015. The plan was prepared by Richard Worr Consulting of Port Stanley. Presently Hydro One has the power lines installed in free-air, suspended from wooden poles which are roughly spaced 30 meters apart. It would be desirable to have these cables buried underground, thus eliminating this blemish on the streetscape. However, Hydro One has no immediate plans to do so. This proposal is an interim plan, which will eliminate the present lighting with sympathetic/ historical

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Changes and Development in Port Stanley Continued From Page 1 on both sides of the harbour seven days of the week. This work has closed the West Harbour Walkway and the new boat launch until some time in 2016. There is a limited time frame to get a vast volume of dredged material moved before next spring’s fish spawning season. Take some time to walk along the northern portion of the pier looking eastward to watch Hofhuis Park being formed. Walk or drive down Edith Cavell to see the new condominium model being built. There is also the impressive ‘dolphin’ beach house being re-built, and, further along the west end at the turn-around new development is also beginning to take shape. Along East Road, near the water tower the new “Sunset Bluffs Subdivision” is beginning to appear. This will only be possible with a new sanitary sewer line up Sunset Road and a modernization update of the Port Stanley Sanitary Sewer Plant. An “Environmental Assessment”, with wide Public consultation has been ongoing on this project. Final plans should be ready early in the new year. Finally, in a recent press release, Transport Canada has committed to moving forward on environmental remediation of the harbour lands in the near future. We should expect to see more information on this commitment in early 2016. All in all, a very exciting time for Central Elgin and Port Stanley. (Daniel McNeil is a retired Rear Admiral in the Canadian Navy and, along with his wife Kathy, a resident of Port Stanley. Dan is also the Municipal Councillor for Port Stanley)

The Chemicals In Some Everyday Soaps Threaten Lake Water Quality T. J. Pignataro The Buffalo News Part 1 of a 2 part article You may not have heard of triclosan, but washing your hands with Dial anti-bacterial soap or brushing your teeth with Colgate Total is likely polluting Lake Erie and Lake Ontario with the chemical. Scientists remain unsure about the scope of the problem because they lack local data. But samples from Lake Superior show a troubling trend: Popular antimicrobial personal products are washing down the drains of our sinks and bathtubs into the Great Lakes. Once there, the chemicals triclosan and triclocarban damage freshwater ecosystems, some scientists say. The chemicals disrupt the aquatic food chain, increasing resistant bacteria, creating toxic dioxins and contaminating marine life. “When we wash our hands, we shouldn’t be adding toxic pollutants to the Great Lakes,” said Brian Smith of Citizens’ Campaign for the Environment.

tainly,” said Bill Arnold, a professor of civil, environmental and geo-engineering at the University of Minnesota. Arnold co-wrote a seminal paper on the issue in late 2013 about triclosan in Lake Superior and several inland lakes. A 2010 joint government and industry study into emerging chemicals in the Great Lakes revealed triclosan to be among the personal care products “most frequently detected in Great Lakes waters.” Researchers detected the chemical in nearly 90 percent of surface water samples from the Great Lakes basin, according to the study. Another study confirmed triclosan to be “highly toxic to algae,” which is essential to the aquatic food chain. The chemical also affects reproduction and development in some fish species, including rainbow trout. “Given the population densities on the other Great Lakes relative to Lake Superior, there would likely be a higher concentration in those other lakes,” Arnold said. “That’s a perfectly logical leap.”

Wastewater plant operators consider triclosan, along with microbeads and pharmaceuticals, as “contaminants of emerging concern,” said Joseph L. The chemicals pose yet another threat to the health of the Great Lakes Fiegl, deputy commissioner of the Erie County Division of Sewerage Manageat a time when they’re also threatened by plastic microbeads, pharma- ment. ceuticals and dissolved phosphorous, But local wastewater plants are not not to mention toxic blue-green algae required to test for and remove triand invasive species. closan – unlike phosphorus, nitrogen and ammonia among other chemicals. “Is triclosan making its way into the system? The answer is almost cer“The science really isn’t out there 100 percent,” Fiegl said.

On store shelves Consumers who perceive antimicrobial products to be healthier and better at fighting germs spend an estimated $1 billion a year in the U.S. on antibacterial products containing triclosan. That’s resulted in a higher use of these chemicals. At stores across the Buffalo Niagara region, shoppers can find antibacterial hand and dish soaps with familiar names that contain the chemicals: Dial, Safeguard, Dawn and Ajax. Drugstores offer an assortment of products: Clean foaming hand soap, Renewal liquid hand soap, Great Value dishwashing liquid and hand soap, Top Care foaming hand soap, and Valu Time hand soap. Colgate Total toothpaste also has the chemical. With pressure mounting from environmental groups to eliminate triclosan from consumer products, federal regulators from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration have begun assessing the chemical. In May, the EPA denied a citizen petition to ban triclosan outright on the grounds that “currently available information” did not justify a ban. The agency, however, agreed to conduct a “biological assessment” of the effects triclosan may have on some protected species. EPA officials, citing triclosan’s “rapidly developing scientific database,” pushed up its schedule for reviewing the chemical by a full decade – from 2023 to Continued On Page 11

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North Shore Community Events F E S T I V A L S

PORT STANLEY 2015

Port Stanley Community Policing Requires volunteers. To help protect your village, call 519-782-3934 or Carroll at 519-782-7616, email pscp@rogers.com Port Stanley Library 782-4241 304 Bridge St. Mon, Tues, Thurs, 10 - 8:30 Fri 1 - 5, Sat 9 - 1. Children’s Programs *NEW* Read with Maggie! Tuesday, No. 10 & 24,, 66:30pm. Sign up for a reading session with Maggie the Therapy Dog! For reluctant readers ages 6-12 Please preregister. Maker Mondays 5:30-6:15pm. Calling all makers! Come for a hands on maker session as we explore a multitude of mediums! For ages 6-12. Please preregister. Pajama Rama Mondays, 6:30-7pm Stories and songs for all ages & their caregiver please preregister PreSchool Story Time Tuesdays, 10:15-11am Join us for songs, stories and crafts! For ages 0-5 and their caregiver please preregister ADULT PROGRAMS & EVENTS Adult Book Club Ru by Kim Thuy New Members always welcome! IttyBittyKnittyCommittee Thurs. Nov. 19 & 26, 7-8pm. Bring your knitted or crochet project for an informal meeting. Share projects & patterns, learn from others & pick up new tricks! Scrapbooking Monday, Nov. 23, 10am-12pm. Join Mickey to turn your photos into a creative page for your scrapbook! $5 / person please preregister! New glasses? Drop off your old ones (even in pieces!) and cases to the library which works with the Lions Club to send to people in need. Christ Anglican Church Sunday Morning Service, 9:30 am with Eucharist. We invite all to join in worship with us. Coffee follows downstairs. St. John's Presbyterian Church Dine in or take out turkey dinner, November 13. Sittings 4:30 and 6 p.m. Price A. $12, C $6. For info 519-782-3971. Order today so you don't miss out. St. John's Presbyterian Church Tom Jeffrey Pastor. Sunday Worship 10 am followed by Fellowship Hour. The Door is always open, why not join us? Sunday School starts at 10:20 am. Port Stanley United Church Service of Worship at 10:30 am followed by a time of fellowship. Come join us. We are now wheelchair friendly and barrier free. Port Stanley Community Bazaar Saturday, Nov. 28, 9am - 1 pm. Port Stanley Arena, Free Admission, Lunch Room Available, Sponsored by Local Non-Profit Groups Port Stanley Village Association meets the third Thursday of the month 7- 8:30 pm at the Legion. All welcome. Al-Anon Meeting, Christ Anglican Church 7:30 pm every Friday. If there is an alcohol/drug problem of a family member or friend that is affecting you, the Alanon Family Groups may be able to help you. Port Stanley & Community 55+ Club Meets every Monday 1:30 -4 pm to play Euchre at the Port Stanley Arena. For info call 519-782-4801 (John Brenders) or 519-685-2101 (Marie Geerts). Port Stanley Legion Branch #410 Winter Hours: Mon. 12-7, Tues., Wed., Thurs., & Fri., 12-10, Sat. & Sun., 12-7. Port Stanley Legion Branch #410 Don’t forget the Legion offers the following: Seniors Bridge, Tues. night, Euchre: Wed. night Legion Darts Tuesday night 8 pm Men’s Darts Saturday Afternoon Meat Draws 3-5 pm Port Stanley Legion Bottle Returns Mon & Thurs- Closed, Tues, Wed., Fri, Sat 12-4 pm. Port Stanley Legion Ladies MahJongg, Fridays 1:30pm. We are looking for beginners as well. If you like to play MahJongg come on out! Port Stanley Legion Port Stanley Karaoke, Every 3rd Friday of the month, 7pm - 11pm. Come for the fun.

PORT BURWELL/VIENNA 2015

Port Burwell Trinity Anglican 11:30 am Port Burwell Lighthouse Gospel Church 10:45 am Port Burwell Legion Br. 524 Trivia on Monday evenings, start 5pm. In the club room, all welcome. Port Burwell - Bayham Horticultural Society, Meets Every 3rd Monday, 7 pm at the Port Burwell School, Strachan Street. For more Info 519 874-4260. Port Burwell Historical Society meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7 pm at the Marine Museum. Call 519 874-4135. Oriental Masonic Lodge meets the 4th Tuesday of the month at the Vienna Masonic Hall, 7:30 pm. New Members Welcome! Call 519 874-4135. Photographers of the Otter Valley (POV) meet the last Monday of the month, 6:30 pm, Bayham Public Library in Straffordville. All are welcome. Call Bruce at 519 874-1822.

AYLMER 2015

Aylmer 50 + Seniors Welcome you to join them for Euchre or Bridge Every Monday 1 - 3:30 pm upstairs at Aylmer Legion Admission $2.

DUTTON 2015

Dutton & District LIONS Sunday, Nov 8, famous, full breakfast; in Lion’s DEN; just behind the Dutton Dunwich Community Centre. Adults $7 with eggs cooked to order; plus, toast, coffee, juice; bacon or sausages, home fries & pan-cakes. Serving 9 AM till 12 noon. Dutton & District LIONS Tues., Nov. 10, “Remembrance Day event”; 7 PM at Dutton Dunwich Community Centre 6th Annual LIONS Trivia Night Sat., Nov. 14, 5:30 PM start; Dutton Dunwich Community Centre. Limited number of teams @$20 per person; Register your Team NOW! Annual LIONS Turkey Bingo Friday, Nov. 20th, 6:30 pm Dutton Dunwich Community Centre, Annual LIONS Turkey Bingo @.25 cents per card, per game. A fun night for all ages. “Dutton’s Santa Clause Parade” Sat., Nov. 21, with LIONS again serving free ‘Hot Chocolate’ downtown. Poinsettia Bazaar Sat., Nov. 21, Dunwich United, 179 Nancy Street, Hosted by the UCW ladies 10 am - 2pm. Huge bake table, crafts, and "good-as-new" items

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EAGLE 2015

Eagle Community Centre, Saturday, November 21 10am-3pm - Unique one of a kind items, with a rural touch, from 12 talented individuals in Southwestern Ontario. Homemade lunch and baked goods. Hosted by the Eagle Community Centre. For more information, call Janet at (519) 768-2698.

FINGAL 2015

Knox Presbyterian Church Worship 10 am. Coffee, cookies, fellowship follows: Sunday school/nursery 10 am. For info (519) 769-2157. Come and worship with a warm and friendly group of people, we are barrier free.

PLAINS 2015

Plains Church Country Bazaar (Fairview Ave & Sparta Line) Come to the Country! Saturday, November 7, 9:30 11:30 a.m. Refreshments, Home-made Crafts; Baking; Books; Attic Treasurers, etc.

SHEDDEN 2015

Shedden Library Hours: Tues. 2:30-8:30, Thurs. 2-5, Fri. 10 - 5, Sat. 2 - 5 764-2081. Children’s Programs PreSchool Story Time Fridays, 11:00-11:45am Join us for songs, stories & crafts! For children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Please preregister Adult Programs & Events *NEW* Book of the Month! The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. Sign up to read our book of the month chosen by your librarians! *NEW* Knitting and Crochet Group Tuesday, Nov. 10 & 24, 7-8pm. Join us with your latest project for an informal group to sit and share, learn from others and pick up new tricks! Keystone Complex, Remembrance Service, Sunday, Nov. 8, 9:30 am. Speaker: Ted Barris, author, journalist. Topic: “Fire Canoe”, newly published book. Laying of wreaths 11 am. Displays and refreshments.

SPARTA 2015

Sparta Stitchers Every Tuesday 1- 4 pm, Sparta Community Hall. We quilt, tat, knit, embroider, smock, crotchet, etc. Everyone welcome. Cost is $5. session. Come learn a new skill. Sally Martyn (519-775-2292). Qigong will run every Sunday from 1:00 till 2:30 pm. Call Christine for more information 519-775-2748. Sparta Country Christmas Nov 21-22, 12pm-3pm Santa will be at the Sparta House tearoom Free pics with Santa and they can be mounted at Robson Studios for free. Participating stores will have various activities More info contact 519-775-0054 (Sparta Candles)

STRAFFORDVILLE 2015

Bayham United Church Fundraiser. Sunday Nov. 8th, 7.30 pm. From Baroque to Broadway. Featuring Joanne Eekhoffvoice & Jan Danowski-piano. $15. Proceeds to local Mission and Outreach program, Rehoboth House in St. Thomas, The Aylmer and Tillsonburg Food Banks,The Salvation Army and charitable organizations. Tickets, call 226-271-5142.

ST. THOMAS 2015

Trinity Anglican Church Purple Steeple Antique Show /Sale, Sat. Nov 7th, 10am-5pm, Sun. Nov 8, 11am – 4pm. 5pm, Historic Canada Southern Railway Station, 750 Talbot Street, Info Monique 519-631-4335 Trinity Anglican Church Purple Steeple Arts & Crafts, Sat. Nov 7 th, 10am-5pm, Sunday Nov 8, 11am-4pm. Grace Hall, 18 Balaclava Street, Info Monique 519-631-4335 Knox Tartan Bazaar Nov 14th 8:30-12:30. Coffee Break 8:30-10:30, lunch 10:30-12:30. homemade goodies, puddings and mincemeat; bake table; sewing, crafts, books, knitting, jewellery, purses, florals & Christmas revisited. Yuletide Bazaar, Caressant Care on 15 Bonnie Place, Friday, Nov 13th, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Many Craft Vendors, Tea Room, Raffle and Loonie Table. The Holly Fair First United Church, November 21st, 9 a.m. - 12 noon. Sweets' n Treats, Holiday Entertainment, Crafters Market, The Pantry, Book Room, Attic Treasures , Bake Shop and Draw table

TYRCONNELL 2015

Backus-Page House Museum, 29424 Lakeview Line, 519-762-3072. Backus-Page House Museum Monthly Clubs! 4th Tuesday, Family History Club 7pm THS Members free or $5/person.

UNION 2015

Union United Church, 6008 Stonechurch Rd., Rev. David Mitchell leads worship with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. We are welcoming friendly Family of Faith and are barrier free. For info 519-631-0304 and our website: www.unionunitedchurch.ca Union United Church, 6008 Stonechurch Rd., Holly Berry Market Nov. 21 9am-noon, Come Christmas shopping for some unique gifts, preserves, baking, etc. Stop and chat with your friends over a cup of tea or coffee. Union Community Centre Christmas Bazaar November 7th, 9 a.m. - 12 noon. A variety of Craft Vendors, Bake Table, Loonie Table and Light lunch. Yoga Classes - Union Community Centre Starts Nov. 4th and 9th - Mondays and Wednesdays - 10 11:15 a.m. and Wednesdays 5 - 6:15 p.m. Call for more info. - Vicki at 519-631-9294.

VIENNA 2015

Bayham Historical Society meets the 2nd Thursday of the month, 7:30 pm at the Vienna Community Centre. All are welcome. Call Bruce at 519 874-1822.

WEST LORNE 2015

Treble Makers Women's Choir Christmas/Fall Concert. "A Concert to End War," Saturday, November 28, 7:30 PM at Calvary United Church, 221 Stinson, Rodney, Ontario. Our concert will feature music from WW I, WW II through the present as well as Christmas songs and songs of peace. Call 519-768-1717 for information & tickets.

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$10,000 donation to STEGH Carrie Ford Campaign Assistant Foundation Office Millcreek Plumbing & Mechanical Ltd. owners, Phil & Kim Ambrose and their staff made a generous $10,000 donation to STEGH's Great Expansion last week. Phil and Kim Ambrose started Millcreek Plumbing in October 1987 out of their home. They moved to the industrial area in St. Thomas about 20 years ago when the business needed more space to service their growing clientele. Millcreek Plumbing currently has 10 employees plus Phil and Kim. Their employees are

In the photo: Kim & Phil Ambrose (holding the big cheque) and their staff present the donation to Paul Jenkins, Executive Director, STEGH Foundation (right). highly skilled trades-people with 15 to 25 years of service experience. Phil and Kim understand the importance of having a great Hospital not only for their family and grandchildren, but, "as local business owners, it gives us piece of mind knowing our employees and their families can also rely on STEGH for excellent patient care services. That’s why we didn’t hesitate to contribute to the Great Expansion. It’s the best investment for our family, our employees, and our community."

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North Shore Community Classified Serving over 7000 Homes, Apartments, Farms & Businesses OLIVE MARTIN “100th Birthday Celebration”

PORT STANLEY OPTIMIST - ANGEL TREE The Optimist Club of Port Stanley will once again sponsor their Christmas Angel Tree at the Port Stanley Library. The tree will be set up in the Library on Saturday, November 21, 11 am

Open House November 21, 2015 1-3 pm to celebrate Olive Martin’s 100th Birthday

Our Angel Tree Service will be in the Library on Saturday, December 5th, 11 am

If you would like to purchase a Remembrance Angel for a family member or friend please call Linda Hibbert at 519 782-4563 for details. Please make cheque payable to: Optimist Club of Port Stanley. The cost for an Angel is $10 each. You may drop your cheque off to the Lake Erie Beacon Office, 204-A Carlow Road, Port Stanley, side door. Behind LCBO. Angels are to celebrate the lives of family members or friends who are no longer with us.

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2013. That review process is ongoing. In 2008, the agency determined, based on modeling, that triclosan concentrations in surface water from “EPA-registered uses” did not exceed concentrations that would harm aquatic animals and plants. Over the last two years, the FDA – acknowledging use of products with

“New data suggest that the risks associated with long-term, daily use of antibacterial soaps may outweigh the benefits,” according to FDA lead microbiologist Colleen Rogers on the agency’s website.

See part two of this article in our next issue.

North Shore SERVICE DIRECTORY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP “Caring For You” features a topic related to dementia and an opportunity to discuss the caregiver role with those who understand.

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triclosan and triclocarban “may carry unnecessary risks” – began requiring manufacturers to show triclosan is both safe and effective for use in overthe-counter consumer soaps and body washes. It exempted that rule when the products are used in health care settings.

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This November is the First Fall Prevention Month in Ontario Elgin St. Thomas Public Health Older adults are being encouraged to take steps to reduce the risk of injury from a fall. That is why the Elgin Safety Team for Adults is participating in Ontario’s first Fall Prevention Month this November. Falls are a serious issue for older adults. An estimated 1 in 3 older adults fall each year1. In 2010, falls were responsible for most injury deaths in Ontario and generated $2.8 billion in costs

to the provincial economy2. In 2011, seniors made up 16% of the population in Elgin St. Thomas, and that proportion is increasing over time. From 2008 to 2012 the rates of emergency department visits and the rates of hospitalization due to falls in seniors were significantly higher than Ontario3. Falls can disable, cause mental dis-

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