David Jolin and his son Atlas, 6, try their luck with a baited hook at the Strait Line Anglers annual Kids Fishing Day hosted at Fifty Point Conservation Area on Saturday. For more coverage, please turn to Page 4. Loree - Photo
By Mike Williscraft NewsNow
Despite the matter being very clear in the Shareholder Agreement - and after legal advice confirmed the matter - Grimsby Coun. Delight Davoli pushed to have Grimsby Power Inc. (GPI) financial information channeled through the Town’s Finance Committee during a debate at council’s Sept. 8 meeting.
The information in question is another valuation for GPI, which is owned by Niagara Power Inc. - of which Grimsby council is the shareholder - requested by the committee in August 2024. The valuation was first approved at a cost of $22,000 but before it was launched the cost more than doubled to $45,000.
That was how the request by Davoli - to channel the valuation’s findings submitted to the committee she chairs - got on Finance’s radar at all.
“The Finance Committee totally supports that this information be received in closed (session) and does understand why it would be done that way,” said Davoli.
“We did just ask for a report and explanation from staff as to why the Finance Committee members – which really we’re talking about the three lay members – would always be excluded from knowing with the result is of this work.”
The reason is quite simple, as outlined
From Page 1 by town clerk Victoria Steele.
“According to legal counsel and in accordance with the Shareholders’ Agreement, the valuation is coming to council in its role as stakeholders,” said Steele.
“When that information comes, if council would like to vote in terms of who would have access to that, it’s something that could be discussed, but our legal counsel was that the valuation comes to council directly.”
That information did not stop Davoli from pushing the matter further.
“I am asking on behalf of the Finance Committee members then, why? It’s certainly something we can have the clerk attend at the Finance Committee to explain to everyone there,” said Davoli.
“I think the part that I struggle with is the terms of refer-
ence clearly say to the Finance Committee that ‘it’s your job, Finance Committee, to deal with risk which is what ownership of any investments involves’.”
Coun. Nick DiFlavio, a longtime council member and past NPI board member seemed to ignore the content of the Shareholders’ Agreement saying such information “should go the the relevant committee, comparing a confidential financial report of a privately held corporation to a project report that would be submitted to Planning Committee,
adding, “If this was related to public works, I would want it to go to public works.”
Again, Steele reiterated such a move would contravene the Shareholder Agreement and legal advice obtained on the matter.
“It’s because council is the stakeholder of GPI and not the Finance Committee so, in accordance with the Shareholder
Agreement, legal counsel has advised that it come directly to council,” Steele said.
That still was not the end of it with Coun. Jacob Baradziej suggesting Finance laymembers sit in a closed session of council when it is submitted.
“They are not shareholders of GPI. It is only council,” Steele restated.
Coun. Lianne Vardy said Finance has a part to play and they did just that in requesting the valuation.
“They’ve done their duty,” said Vardy. “The rest of it, when we come to look at it, it’s our duty.”
Despite the reasoning being repeatedly explained, Davoli also asked that the clerk attend a Finance Committee meeting to explain why the valuation would not be submitted to them.
“I can’t discuss legal matters in public at committee meetings, so it wouldn’t be something I can take to them,” said Steele.
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The second annual Kids Fishing Day went off without a hitch at Fifty Road Conservation Area.
“The day went absolutely perfect,” said organizer Bill Matthews of Strait Line Anglers.
“Between kids and parents, we had well over 500 at the park, 150 kids were registered and anyone who returned from last year received a new tackle box. We gave out over 90 fishing rods and reels.”
It was clear from last year’s first effort
the event would catch on and this year’s expanded programming backed that up.
“Our learn-to-cast and canoeing was non-stop all day, many kids have never experienced a canoe,” said Matthews.
With numbers nearly doubling in two years, Matthews hopes to see more growth in 2026.
“We accomplished our goal of getting kids out to enjoy what nature has to offer,” he said.
“Next year we will register 200.”
Volunteer and frequent fisher Hughie Ahearn teaches Hailey Maxwell, 7, to cast a line.
its as well as some sweet treats:
• Historic craft and trade demos: blacksmithing, beekeeping, heritage skills, and historic vehicles on display
• Live music throughout the day
• Makers market with artisan vendors
• Famous hot apple fritters
• Antique fire pumper
Admission is $5 per person ages 4+, $20 per family. Tickets are available at the gate.
The event runs from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Public parking is available in Jordan Village. Follow event signage or check for details at: lincolnmuseum.ca
“Proceeds support exhibitions, education programs, and community events at the Lincoln Museum & Cultural Centre,” said Olivia Rozema, the museum’s senior curator, museum operations and events.
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Niagara Regional Transit (NRT) plans to power up using $128 million in grants announced this month from the Government of Canada, Government of Ontario and Niagara Region.
The funds will refresh its transit fleet and improve public transit services with the purchase of 124 conventional diesel buses to replace NRT vehicles that have reached the end of
their life, supporting a modern, more convenient experience for commuters.
The new buses will feature real-time tracking information, up-to-date bus times for riders, secure payment fareboxes and cameras to enhance public safety.
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Niagara Regional Police Service has issued a warning to the community regarding an ongoing and concerning trend involving the “Grandparent Scam” – a fraudulent scheme specifically targeting elderly individuals.
In these scams, fraudsters contact seniors by phone, posing as a distressed grandchild, a police officer, or a lawyer. The caller claims that the grandchild has been involved in a serious legal situation – commonly citing offences such as im-
paired driving, drug possession, or involvement in an incident where a pedestrian was injured.
The scammer then urgently requests money for bail or legal fees, pressuring the victim to act quickly and in secrecy. In some cases, the fraudster even sends a person to the victim’s home to collect the cash directly – a strong indicator of a scam.
NRP’s #1 tip: Always verify - If you receive a call claiming your grandchild is in trouble, hang up and contact them directly on a known number or through another trusted family member.
Grimsby Coyotes 9U squad capped a stellar 2025 campaign by rolling through a perfect showing to win the Ontario Baseball Association championship last month.
The Coyotes, known as the “Boys of Summer,” put together an outstanding year with a remarkable 40-9-1 record.
Along the way, they claimed first place in two tournaments and earned silver in two more, showing consistent dominance throughout the sea-
son, said Rob James, one of the team’s coaches.
When it came time for the OBA Championship, the Coyotes were unstoppable.
“They stormed through the competition with a perfect 6-0 record, leaving no doubt that they are a rising force in Ontario baseball,” said James.
“Congratulations to the players, coaches, and families of the 9U Grimsby Coyotes for an unforgettable championship season.”
Felix McKay makes a toss to first during a Grimsby Coyotes 9U practice before the OBA tournament.
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It is with a deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Wendy Dupuis on Thursday September 4, 2025 at the age of 74. Cherished wife of 56 years to Michel. Beloved mother to Don (Tracy) and Jason (Heather). Beloved grandmother to Tylor, Michelle, Marlin, Adrena, Emma, Olivia and Austin. Loving Auntie and great Auntie to many nieces and nephews.
Wendy was a very talented musician. She could play just about any instrument and loved to dance. Family was everything to Wendy. She cherished every moment she spent with each of them
A celebration of life will take place Sunday, September 21 at Don and Tracy’s house. 66 King St E Hagersville, on From 12 - 5p.m
In lieu of flowers the family requests a donation be made to the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Wendy’s honor. Online condolences can be made to: www.canadiancremation.com
Edyth passed peacefully at Deer Park Villa on Friday, September 12, 2025 in her 96th year. She is now in the loving arms of her husband Frederick (Fred) Francis Nickerson. Predeceased by her parents Robert and Ivy (nee Hartman) Edmonds; brothers Leonard and Stanley and sisters Ruth Bowman and Helen Croteau. Edyth will be sadly missed by all her nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Thank you to all the Deer Park staff for their care and respect. Special thanks to our dear friends Lois Moore and Mary and Allan Smith. Thank you also to Rev. Stephen Vail for his care and support. The Funeral Service will take place at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, 156 Main Street West, Grimsby on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 1 p.m. Private burial at Grimsby Mountain Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions to McNally House Hospice, St. Andrew’s Church or a charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNERAL HOME, GRIMSBY, 905-945-2755. www.smithsfh.com
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There must be something mystical about Grimsby Town Hall - the building, not staff - which has a profound, negative effect on council members.
It’s remarkable. Somehow, personable, smart people devolve into vacant shadows of what many know them to beconsistently.
Questions abound about this scene materializing at 74 Main St. in Grimsby this week. The plan for this site is known, but cannot be confirmed, so you won’t see conjecture printed here. Suffice to say, it will be a good thing for downtown.
As a newspaper and on a personal level, we have always done all we can to help out local businesses survive if not thrive. Obstacles for small business operators come at them from all directions - out-of-control costs, economic pressures and even health issues.
When boards went up on 74 Main St. W., Milk & Things, two things came to mind - too bad to see a business close and, geez, that building has been in rough shape for years... hope something postive is planned for that site.
Now, knowing that building should NEVER have been built there and is meets zero planning principles - it is going to go. I have heard who bought the site and am aware of what will happen, but until it is confirmed its future will not be printed here. Sure, social can go bananas. That’s what it is - guess work and personal agendas. We deal in fact. M.W.
Maybe there is a mystical portal which spans the front or the horseshoe table and they step into another realm when they take their seat.
Maybe Niagara Region needs do a study on the water that flows to the building - could be something in there.
Maybe someone thought it would be a good prank to hook up some nitrous oxide - aka laughing gas - to the air system. Only problem is nobody is laughing.
The Monday, Sept 8 meeting was another example of council wasting its time on not only a non-sensical topic, a complete nonstarter from the outset - yet it turned into a debate.
There were several questions asked a few times the exact same question, which elicited the exact same answer. It was remarkableand not in a good way - to see.
The request - a pending valuation of Grimsby Power Inc. would be channeled through the Town’s Finance Committee when completed - was a non-starter before it was ever uttered and I cannot believe the perpetrators of the request
did not realize it from the get go.
Having been drowned in all things Niagara Power and Grimsby Power back in the days when I spent 80 per of my work week plowing through information and conversation regarding the dreaded biodigester, I know all too well the ins and outs of the Town of Grimsby’s control over NPI and GPI as shareholders of the privately held company. Part of the issue on this valuation request is Coun.
Nick DiFlavio - who is a past board member of NPI and one of two elected officials left in town who were on watch while the biodigester was mismanaged into a $20 million loss situation (rounding off).
If he does not know the management structure and details of the Shareholder Agreement - which clearly states council is the shareholder and the body to which anything coming out of the utility goes - he should.
As should Coun. Delight Davoli who got the whole
ball rolling in the first place. She is very bright and wellintentioned, but holy cow, what a waste of time!
Finance Committee has no horse in the NPI/GPI race. None. Zero.
Anybody who follows anything in town for the last 10 years knows full well the utility falls under a rare - and unfortunate - structure where a municipality owns a private company. It is not subject to the same demands of public exposure for all information.
This was why and how the biodigester was a project that frittered away millions without public scrutiny. The only light shone on the debacle was stories I did. Today, I am waiting to see the civil suit launched by the Town to get to court because the taxpayers deserve to know all the details.
But on this matter, DiFlavio comparing release of financial data being released from a private company to a Town committee and comparing it to a planning matter was non-sensical. Coun. Jacob Baradziej suggesting it may be better to have Finance laymembers attend a closed session of council to get access to the information was equally off base. Same result, different setting, so no. Just no. Nobody would like to see hydro information splayed in a public forum for all to see, but come on, people.
The Finance Committee needs to stop worrying about NPI/GPI and focus on matters which are in its purview.
By Jessica Barton For NewsNow
As the autumn season quickly approaches, Grimsby Museum has several popular events on its docket.
Graveyard Tours which are already sold out, are always at the top of the list.
“These are not ghost tours”, said Tiffany Tifan, the museum’s collections and education coordinator, who added the events are of an educational and respectful nature.
“We have different sites featured each year,” said Tifan, “The tours are guided by the primary sources from our archives.”
The size of the tour groups are kept on the small side with each tour running about one hour from 6-7 p.m. both days.
Despite the sell out, there is also the Spirits with Spirits event set for Thursday, Oct. 9 at Southward Park.
The event runs from 6-9 p.m. - with a
psychic performance at 7:30 pm.
This event features a spiritual group reading done by psychic medium Kevin Whitaker, along with live music from local musician Josh Coulter.
Catering is supplied by Beamsville favourite, Smoke & Moonshine, with the menu typically consisting of brisket, poutine, and cornbread.
Tickets are currently still available for $88.74 - which includes food and one beverage - either alcoholic or non-alcoholic - with additional beverages available for purchase at the event.
There is also no public transit available to the event, so attendants must plan accordingly for their commute if they do plan on drinking. Drive services may not be available in the area during the time of the event.
For the museum itself, Tifan said these events are great op-
portunities for both the museum the community, adding - with the growth in Grimsby’s population - she has noticed that the museum has seen many new visitors enter their doors.
“We’ve had people who have just moved to Grimsby who are trying to get to know the community, and people who have been here for 20 years saying they never knew about the museum.”
said Tifan.
All funds raised will go towards supporting the museum and preserving the town’s history.
If you are unable to visit the museum directly, you can now browse a few online exhibits on their website for free.
You can learn more on the events tab of the Grimsby Museum’s section of the Town of Grimsby website.
