CANADA CELEBRATES 150 YEARS - UNG Magazine S2017

CELEBRATING CANADA AS A COMMUNITY Having lived in Canada for over 35 years - first as a foreign student, then as an immigrant - Canada is dear to my heart. I grew up in Hong Kong when it was still a British Colony, so I’ve been influenced by eastern and western multiculturalism, as well as by an economy driven by entrepreneurs and small businesses, and founded by many immigrants, including my parents.

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Uxbridge Celebrates Canada 150

P. 4 First Nations - Canada 150 P. 5 Uxbridge 150 Years Ago P. 6 UNG Membership Listing P. 10 Canadian Music Identity at Confederation P. 12 Canada 150: Uxbridge Sings

In 1980, when I had the opportunity to go abroad to pursue higher education, I decided on Canada. Their world acclaimed peacekeeping missions, diversity, and quality of education made it my uncontested country of choice. By 1989, I was a proud Canadian citizen.

As Canada celebrates 150 years of Confederation, we dedicate this issue of our magazine to showcasing Uxbridge’s anticipated events and activities. Festivities like the Rotary Club’s Big Band Dinner and Dance, The Great Canadian Uxperience, a euphony of performances by Uxbridge’s award winning choirs, the annual Canada Day party in Elgin Park – which features the first ever parade – as well as the Canada-themed Uxbridge Fall Fair will make our town a hub of activity for residents and visitors.

In addition to these events, initiatives like the Active 150 and tree planting challenge serve to enrich our planet and bodies, and the Scugog Island Pow Wow reminds us that there were people who called this land their home for thousands of years before Confederation.

Take the time to celebrate living in this exceptional country with our remarkable community.

Sincerely, Annie Hardock, B.Math Founder & Chairperson Uxbridge & Area Networking Group

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UXBRIDGE NETWORKING MAGAZINE PUBLISHING TEAM Editor Annie Hardock, B. Math Uxbridge On-Line Inc. & ABS Abacus Brain Study Founder & Chairperson, Uxbridge & Area Networking Group Magazine Writer Hollay Ghadery, River Street Writing

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UNG MEETING SCHEDULE All meetings are held at Foxbridge Golf Club at 350 Reach Street, Uxbridge.

BREAKFAST MEETINGS 8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

LUNCH MEETINGS 12 noon to 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, January 10, 2017

Friday, February 10, 2017

Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Friday, April 7, 2017

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Friday, June 9, 2017

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Friday, October 13, 2017

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Friday, December 8, 2017

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MEET THE UXBRIDGE & AREA NETWORKING GROUP What is the Uxbridge & Area Networking Group?

We are small and home-based companies and organizations who meet monthly, building our network of connections. There are no passwords, no secret handshakes or quota for referrals to be done. We are a friendly and welcoming group getting together to help each other.

We exist to: • Share ideas, expertise and experiences • Make introductions to others in the community • Provide cost-effective ways to promote members’ businesses Who are our members?

We are entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals, not-for-profit organizations, as well as local representatives of larger companies. Our members include sales professionals, service providers, educators, network marketing organizations and companies who provide consumer services. Most members are from the north Durham area, however we support a larger ‘ecosystem’ with members travelling regularly to our meetings from other communities.

Benefits of becoming a member • Networking opportunities • Promotional opportunities (including participation in community events like the Uxbridge Fall Fair and Santa Claus Parade) • Membership listing in this semi-annual magazine • Listing at www.uxbridgenetworkinggroup.com • Listing on Uxbridge Online Business Directory at www.uxbridge.com/business under UNG Members • Membership in LinkedIn Group

To RSVP or inquire contact Annie Hardock at: T: 905-852-6686 E: networkinggroup@uxbridge.com W: www.uxbridgenetworkinggroup.com

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We meet once a month (except July and August) for breakfast or lunch (see Page 1 for meeting details).

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Join us for your first introductory meeting!

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UXBRIDGE CELEBRATES CANADA 150 61 years after celebrating their 150th year as a town, the people of Uxbridge come together to celebrate Canada’s 150th year as a country and the festivities start months before July 1st.

In typical Uxbridge fashion, Canada’s 150th birthday is being honoured with a year-long party celebrating the unity and diversity that defines our community, and our country. As always, Uxbridge community members are out in full-force, participating in and helping to plan the most anticipated celebrations of the year.

Here’s a look at some of the upcoming events and initiatives.

Active 150 Challenge When: February 1, 2017 - June 1, 2017 Living in a town that’s home to Trail Capital of Canada as well incredible community facilities has its perks. The Active 150 program encourages residents to walk 150 km, run 500 km, cycle 1500 km or swim 50 km over the course of four months. There’s also a 50 km modified challenge for residents who have mobility issues.

15,000 Trees When: Ongoing Ward Three Councillor Dave Barton has challenged Uxbridge residents to pay tribute to our great, green nation by planting 15,000 trees on their properties. People can sign up or get more information by contacting Councillor Barton at 416-819-4119, or barton@town.uxbridge.on.ca.

Rotary Big Band Dinner and Dance When: April 29, 2017 @ 6 pm Celebrate Canada’s 150 with dinner, drinks and dancing to the music of The George Lake Big Band. Tickets are $150 per couple, or $75 per person. Must be 19 years of age or older to attend.

To find out more, visit www.uxbridgerotary.com, or call (905) 852-5600.

Oh Canada! Still Strong, Still Free One Voice Singers www.onevoicesingers.org When: April 29, 2017 @ 3 pm Join the One Voice Singers at St. Paul’s Anglican Church for their musical tribute to our country in their performance, Oh Canada! Still Strong, Still Free.

The Great Canadian Uxperience When: May 4, 2017 to May 6, 2017 Prepare for a patriotic road trip courtesy of the hilarious variety show wizards at Uxperience.

These shows are a town tradition, showcasing everything great about our community and country.

Find out more by visiting www.uxperience.ca.

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FIRST NATIONS - CANADA 150 Celebrate the Nation, Honour Its People While Canada is celebrating its 150th year as a country, it’s important to remember that Confederation did not suddenly make this land a home.

For the First Nations people, it had been home for millennia.

The lands that make up today’s Durham Region have been occupied by various indigenous communities throughout time, including the Ojibway Nation - one the the largest native populations in Canada.

A little history…

The Mississauga - a branch of the Ojibwa Nation - moved to this area from north Lake Huron in the beginning of the 18th century.

They settled in and around Lake Scugog, where rich soil and bountiful resources accommodated their way of life. However, this peaceful period was short-lived. Initially, the Mississauga and Anishinabeg had come south during the conflict with the Five Nations. The Anishinabeg populated all of southern Ontario. The Mississauga became associated with the entire Lake Ontario frontier.

Over the course of the next two hundred years, a treaty process took up their land. The people themselves would be forced to abandon their homes and move onto reserves. Game population dwindled, and by the mid-1800s, there was relatively little left of the natural resources that had unfailingly sustained the Mississaugas for over a century.

But they overcame, and continue to overcome. Despite facing the same devastating obstacles as many other First Nations groups in Canada, the Mississaugas are reinvigorating their community and revitalizing their culture. Elder teachings are held in the community to nurture their language, and in 1997, they spearheaded development of the Great Blue Heron Casino to help nurture opportunity and advancement.

Today, Durham Region enjoys a warm relationship with this remarkable community based on trust, and mutual respect.

Acknowledge, Honour, Celebrate To honour and celebrate Canada’s first residents, add the annual Scugog Island Pow Wow to your list of 150th celebrations. This event attracts an international audience and is held every year on the third weekend in July. (That’s the 15th and 16th, this year.)

Thanks to the Scugog Island First Nations for their help with this article.

To learn more about the Pow Wow and the Scugog Island First Nations, visit www.scugogfirstnation.com.

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UXBRIDGE 150 YEARS AGO Today, Uxbridge is a booming town, with many thriving businesses and a very tight knit community. But, what was Uxbridge like 150 years ago?

What was around? In 1867, Uxbridge wasn’t even called Uxbridge; it was known as Wixan’s Bridge, and it was incorporated as a municipality in 1850. When looking at early records, the first public building in the community was the Quaker Meeting House, built in 1820. It was the original networking hub within the area and was used as a place for locals to meet and socialize.

When 1867 came along much had changed, however, Uxbridge still remained a fairly small town. Commercial buildings consisted of 12 Main St. North, which was built by the merchant in 1862.

Along Brock St. W., where there are currently many businesses, there was only a grocery and a dry goods business located at 80-82 Brock St.W., and Low’s Furniture, which dates back to 1850, and still remains a vibrant family-owned business that’s now been part of the community for over 150 years. As far as churches go, Trinity United Church was the only church within the township and the congregation was founded in 1858.

While we think of the Uxbridge Library as a historical centerpiece of the town, it was not built until 1887. The Hobby Horse Arms Pub as we know it today was previously a Hotel, built in 1868, and was originally located around the corner on Brock St. E near First Avenue. This structure had a long history as a hotel and later a livery stable and home in that location. In 1981, it was purchased and moved to its present site to avoid demolition.

One notable home business that was part of Uxbridge in the early years was Benjamin Davidson’s beekeeping. His home was built in 1869 and for many years beehive boxes could be seen on his property.

With so many changes through the years, networking has remained a key part of a successful business in Uxbridge, and around the world. So how do you want to be remembered in 150 years?

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CURVES UXBRIDGE www.curves.com 97 Brock St. West, Uxbridge Carrie-Lyn Dufton, Owner/Operator T: 905-852-2878 E: curvesuxbridge@powergate.ca 30 minute Circuit that works every major muscle group with strength training, cardio, stretching, and also a coach to help with proper form, answer questions and offer encouragement.

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DRAGON COURT RESTAURANT www.uxbridge.com/dragoncourt 9 Brock Street West, Uxbridge T: 905-852-9111 Famous Chinese food. Family dining or fast take-out service. A family business that has been serving Uxbridge since 1981.

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DURHAM COLLEGE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES www.durhamcollege.ca 29 Toronto Street South, Uxbridge Shannon Inglis, Case Manager Adrienne Rogers, Job Developer T: 905-852-7848 E: shannon.inglis@durhamcollege.ca Durham College Employment Services provides job seekers and employers a variety of free services; Employment Support, Job Development & Training/Community Planning.

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ERIC KIS ACCOUNTING SERVICES Eric Kis T: 905-852-9110 C: 416-712-7816 E: eric@erickis.com Accounting services – Bookkeeping to corporate tax returns and everything in between. Certified Quickbooks ProAdvisor.

FOXBRIDGE GOLF CLUB www.foxbridgegolf.ca 350 Reach Street, Uxbridge Mark Kernohan, General Manager Clubhouse: 905-852-7962 Scrambles: 905-852-7323 E: mark@foxbridgegolf.ca Play great greens at affordable prices.

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JOHN McLELLAN CONTRACTING INC. www.mclellancontracting.ca 3625 Sideline 26, Claremont Kris Nelson, Sales & Marketing Manager T: 905-767-1240 C: 289-987-2124 E: knelson@mclellancontracting.ca “Built on Integrity”. We are a local general contractor serving Durham Region since 1995, headquartered in Claremont, ON. KATHY NORMANDEAU, OGPT Piano Technician www.uxbridge.com/arts T: 416-518-8897 E: uxbridgeintune@gmail.com Helping Uxbridge stay in tune: piano tuning, repair, consultation, instrumental service.

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KIM HOCEVAR, SALES REPRESENTATIVE, RE/MAX ALL-STARS REALTY INC., BROKERAGE www.frankhocevar.com 6323 Main Street, Stouffville T: 905-640-3131 C: 416-666-1709 E: kimberlyhocevar@gmail.com Providing professional commercial and residential real estate services for Uxbridge, Stouffville, and surrounding areas.

K.R. MAY REAL ESTATE LIMITED, BROKERAGE mayrealestate.com Nancy Hill, Sales Representative T: 905-642-2223 C: 416-735-7041 E: nahill@trebnet.com Let me guide you through the process of buying or selling. As a life-long Uxbridge resident, award-winning Law Clerk and sales representative for 19 years, I will ease your transition.

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LISA RITCHIE, CPA, CGA, ACCOUNTING SERVICES www.lisaritchie.ca 66 Cemetery Road, Uxbridge T: 905-862-4166 E: lisa@lisaritchie.ca Professional accounting, bookkeeping and tax preparation services. Committed to developing a strong relationship and excellent communication with every client.

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McDONALD’S (UXBRIDGE/PORT PERRY) 296 Toronto Street North, Uxbridge 14500 Simcoe Street, Port Perry Ginger and Sandy Jackson, Owner/Operators Ginger - Community Relations Rep E: ginger-jackson@powergate.ca We are proud to be community partners. Ginger is proud to be part of two communities in which businesses and organizations work together toward the common good.

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PERLA DENTAL www.perladental.ca 12 Bascom Street, Uxbridge Dr. Sara Amini, Dentist Ali G Bassiri, Marketing T: 905-862-0101 E: info@perladental.ca With state-of-the-art equipment, professional staff, and modern offices in Uxbridge/ Stouffville, we can meet every dental health need.

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REACHVIEW VILLAGE, LONG TERM CARE www.reveraliving.com 130 Reach Street, Uxbridge T: 905-852-5191 We are a long term care facility that house 100 residents.

RIVER STREET WRITING www.riverstreetwriting.com Hollay Ghadery T: 647-866-7784 E: riverstreetwriting@hotmail.com Over a decade of professional writing, editing and creative consulting services for print, online and personal projects.

ROGERS TV DURHAM www.rogerstv.com 301 Marwood Drive, Oshawa T: 905-436-4122 Rogers TV is a unique TV channel where community members take an active role in conceptualizing and producing programming for local audiences.

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UXBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY www.uxlib.com Alexandra Hartmann, CEO Corrinne Morrison T: 905-852-9747 E: corrinne.morrison@uxlib.com The Uxbridge Public Library provides a wide variety of programs, print and non-print materials, games, computers, and genealogy information.

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Monday Morning Singers Performance www.mmsingers.org When: Friday, May 12, 2017 @ 7:30 pm The always sensational Monday Morning Singers pay tribute to Canada’s First Nations in a heartfelt performance at St. Paul’s Anglican Church.

150 Years of Canadian Music Uxbridge Chamber Choir www.uxbridgechamberchoir.ca When: May 28, 2017 @ 3 pm Taking the stage at Trinity United Church, the Uxbridge Chamber Choir celebrates 150 Years of Canadian Music with songs from some of our country’s most influential composers.

Pineridge Chorus Performances http://www.pineridgechorusuxbridge.ca You can catch two performances by the Pineridge Chorus - one of Uxbridge’s lively and melodic singing groups. These are both fantastic events for the whole family.

Canadian Music Night at the Foster Memorial When: June 2, 2017 @ 7:30pm Take in one of the famous Friday evening concerts at Foster Memorial with friends, family and the vocal stylings of the Pineridge Chorus.

Canada 150 Tea When: June 4, 2017 @ 2pm – 4pm Tea, treats and the sweet sound of music! This event takes place at Uxbridge Seniors Centre, and will provide a delightful afternoon of entertainment.

Canada Day Parade When: July 1, 2017 @ 4pm.

For the first time ever, Uxbridge will be hosting a Canada Day Parade. Making its way through the downtown area to the festivities at Elgin Park, the parade will celebrate with music and historic costumes from various decades. Anyone is welcome to join the parade as it makes its way through town. Once at the park, people can enjoy food, games and music from talents like Leah Daniels. The evening will close with a display of fireworks worthy of Canada’s sesquicentennial.

The Uxbridge Fall Fair: Made in Canada When: September 8, 2017 to September 10, 2017 Head down to Elgin Park for one of Uxbridge’s most anticipated yearly events. In honour of Canada’s 150th birthday, the 153rd Fair will be celebrating everything that’s great about Canada with festivities, fun and food. To learn more about the Uxbridge Fall Fair, please visit www.uxbridgefair.ca.

All these events serve to popularize Uxbridge as a hot-spot for residents and visitors - not only for Canada’s 150, but every year.

It’s going to be incredible for our town - and for business - so get ready!

EVENTS Run for the Diamond Uxbridge Half Marathon Saturday, April 15, 2017 – 08:30am to 12:30pm Wooden Sticks Golf Club Day Out with Thomas August 11 to August 13, 2017 – ALL DAY August 18 to August 20, 2017 – ALL DAY Location: YDHR Station – 15 Railway St., Uxbridge For info visit: www.ydhr.ca Uxbridge Lions Art in the Park August 19 to August 20, 2017 – 10:00am to 5:00pm Location: Elgin Park, Uxbridge www.uxbridgelionsartinthepark.com

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CANADIAN MUSIC IDENTITY AT CONFEDERATION

by Kathy Normandeau I became curious about a national identity in music at the time of Confederation and found that indeed music reflecting our diverse settlers’ experiences abounded. The need to embrace the Canadian landscape required musical expression through songs, fiddle tunes and was recorded on sheet music, piano music and orchestra.

Thanks to the Library and Archives of Canada (www.collectionscanada.gc.ca) I found many pieces written in 1867. In the year of Confederation the popular Maple Leaf Forever was written by Alexander Muir as well as This Canada of Ours by JD Edgar and EH Ridout. The Canadian Boat Song was also written in 1867 by Thomas More about rowing cheerfully up the St. Lawrence river as was the Civil Service Galop by R.H.Brown in honour of the work “our wonderful civil service was doing.” There were longer musical pieces written specifically to engage points of view such as the comic opera Converting a Nova Scotia Fisherman by Jean Baptiste and Elzear La Belle, Much of the music was written for performance at the piano. Piano Manufacture was a top employer in the original four provinces of Canada from 1832 to 1914. The Uxbridge Cabinet Company, later known as the Uxbridge Piano and Organ Co., was very busy during that time and began building some of the prettiest reed organs available. The tradition of music in Uxbridge was well established by 1867 and the Ontario Hall had been built by then as a meeting place for musical entertainment. The Uxbridge Music Hall now stands at this location.

Yes, Canadians wrote music about their countryside, their people, and their opinions.

Kathy Normandeau with an upright Palace Grand piano built by Uxbridge Piano and Organ company. Photo Courtesy of the Uxbridge Times Journal.

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CANADA 150: UXBRIDGE SINGS! With an impressive spread of award-winning choirs to its name, it’s no wonder Uxbridge’s Canada Day Celebrations will feature music. There’s never been a more patriotic time to see our local talent perform.

The sweet-sounding celebrations kick off on April 29th with the One Voice Singers, who will showcase Canadian songs in their performance, Oh Canada! Still Strong, Still Free. Music Director, Charles White, looks forward to the event, saying that while he always likes to include some Canadian repertoire in each of the choir’s concerts, “it is a particular pleasure to plan an entire show featuring Canadian themes by Canadian composers and arrangers.”

The choir’s set-list hones in on our country’s beginnings. “Two modes of transportation were very important in the early development and settlement of Canada – water and rail.” White says. “All The Little Rivers by Larry Nickel speaks of the importance of transportation by water, and Canadian Pacific

by Ray Griff, emphasis the significance of travel by rail.”

Actor Kenneth Welsh will be joining the Monday Morning Singers as they pay homage to Canada’s First Nations. Their set list includes, Snowforms,

by R. Murray Schafer, which is sung using Inuit words for snow, and Watane (Iroquois Soundscape), by Mark Sirett. Other special guests include Inuit artist, drummer and throat singer, Louisa Gillespie, as well as Edward Tait (double bass), Harcus Hennigar (French horn), Joan Andrews (flute), and Dan Simmons, (percussion).

The Uxbridge Chamber Choir’s 150 Years of Canadian Music will give their audience a harmonious tour through the decades, featuring the loon-song melody, Keewadin by Harry Freedman, as well as music from the inspired and influential Canadian composer, Harry Somers.

One Voice Singers Photo courtesy of Attila Demjen, snapd Stouffville/Uxbridge

Uxbridge Chamber Choir

Linda Morrison, Music Director of the Pineridge Chorus speaks to the enthusiasm felt by music-lovers about these musical tributes. “Preparing for - and singing at - these events will allow us to demonstrate how much we enjoy singing, especially about our wonderful country.” Their set list includes a highly-anticipated four-part harmony version of O Canada, which you can hear on two separate occasions: first at the Foster Memorial and then again at their Canada 150 Tea. The passion and dedication of these choirs shows that music isn’t just an interlude to Uxbridge’s celebrations, but a driving force behind them.

Monday Morning Singers

For a the full line-up of Canada 150 events - including concert dates and times - please refer to Uxbridge’s Celebrates Canada 150 on pages 3 & 9.

Pineridge Chorus

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