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The local Probus Club enjoyed this year’s National Probus Month in a very special way. At their Spring Fling, held at the Municipal Centre last weekend, the Probus Club of North Grenville had reason for extra celebration. They were marking the twentieth anniversary of Probus in the municipality, and twelve of their founding members were on hand to join in the event.

Jamie Doolittle, District 1 Director and Vice-President of Probus Canada, travelled from Coburg to present special certificates to the

twelve charter members of the Club who were on hand to reminisce about the original group of 68 who founded the Kemptville Probus Club back in 1999. Those remaining charter members are: Lois Armstrong, Larry Donoghue, Norma Fisher, Don Gilchrist, Elaine and John Groskopf, Jack Higgins, Mary McVey, Rachel Tennant, Helen & Norm Sinclair, and Bill Kilfoyle.

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Past-President, Anna Van Adrichem-Rochon. A special Certificate of Congratulations was presented by Jamie Dolittle to Club President, David Collins, signed by himself and Probus Canada President, Marlene Pearce, wishing the North Grenville Club “continued success in the provision of the opportunity for fellowship and learning”.

Following the official ceremonies, everyone repaired to the theatre, where they were entertained by Tony Davy, singing Songs of the Great Crooners. Probus Clubs from across the District sent representatives to congratulate North Grenville on their

anniversary.

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Ending MS drives top Brockville Walk fundraiser

For Kory Crowder, the annual Brockville MS Walk means one word – hope. “Just seeing everybody gather as one for a common cause, it's awesome,” he says, adding that this year will be his 10th time participating in the 5 kilometre event.

Kory’s wife, Alicia, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2007. The MS Society of Canada describes the chronic auto-immune disease as unpredictable. MS can cause symptoms such as extreme fatigue, lack of coor-

dination, weakness, tingling, impaired sensation, vision problems, bladder problems, cognitive impairment and mood changes. Its effects can be physical, emotional and financial. Currently, there is no cure and Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world, with 11 people diagnosed across the country every day. As Alicia’s fulltime caregiver, Kory says that he struggles with seeing his wife’s mobility deteriorate.

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Since 2013,Kory has raised for more than $40,000 for the MS Walk through a wide range of activities, including his popular Facebook auctions. All proceeds from the Walk go to support the MS Society’s programs and services and ground-breaking research to end MS. “A cure for multiple sclerosis would be absolutely life changing for my wife, our son and myself,” he says.

“My wife could finally do everything she has wanted to do with our son. Her dream is to run and play again.”

The MS Walk is the largest fundraiser supporting MS research and programs and services for people living with MS, like Alicia Crowder. On Sunday, May 26, more than 150 people will walk together in Brockville to help end MS! Register at www.mswalks.ca, or call 613-342-6396 for more information.

can't make plans anymore, because how my wife feels from day to day can be completely different,” he says.

“I’ve broken down countless times, but I've learned to deal a little better with it now. I try to stay positive, but some days are extremely hard.”

Kory has found success channeling his frustrations into fundraising activities for the annual Brockville MS Walk in May, and by participating on the event organizing committee. He recently became the fundraising co-lead

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by Hilary Thomson The North Gower Farmers’ Market had its grand opening last Saturday morning with the celebration of a special milestone for the market. It was a Saturday morning in July, 25 years ago, that the North Gower Farmers’ Market opened its doors for the first time. Founders, Carolyn Seabrook and Andrew Harkness, hoped for 10 vendors on the inaugural morning, but 16 showed up.

Since then, the barn on Carolyn’s parents’ property has become a community hub every Saturday morning throughout the spring, summer and into

the fall. “A very big thank you to Carolyn Seabrook, Andrew Harkness, and John and Doris Seabrook,” said Joel Droogh, Chairman of the North Gower Farmers’ Market, at the celebration.

“A concept they started 25 years ago and that we, the community, have benefited from. Without you, all of us wouldn’t be here right now.”

Local dignitaries were present at the celebration to offer their congratulations and support for the community initiative. MP for Carleton, Pierre Poilievre, was on hand and presented a certificate on behalf of the City of Ottawa on behalf of Mayor Jim Wat-

son, who was unable to be there on Saturday. MPP for Carleton, Goldie Ghamari, was also there to present a certificate of congratulations from the Province. “I have something from the North Gower Farmers’ Market on my desk at Queens Park,” Goldie said. “Everyday, when I see that plant, it reminds me of why I got into politics.”

ended with Carolyn cutting a large red ribbon, officially opening the North Gower Farmers’ Market for the season. “Congratulations on 25 years,” she said, as she cut the ribbon. “We are happy to have Joel at the helm, and I think it will continue to have a good life.”

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by David Shanahan Everyone has heard about the old Chinese curse: “May you live in interesting times”.

Well, consider yourself well and truly cursed. It’s hard to imagine more interesting times than those we are currently living through (“surviving” might be a better word).

Robert Kennedy quoted that line in 1966, but added that the sixties were also times of great creativity. Perhaps we should be seeing our times in the same way.

The thing is that we are going through times of transition, as historians are trying to point out. As historians, our job is to record and remember, and then inform the general public. There is a deep truth in the words of George Santayana, "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it”. There are cycles in history, things never stay static for long, and time brings change as inevitably as the seasons change. Though perhaps that is no longer a good compari-

son to use.

What is disturbing people today is that the institutions, norms and accepted codes of conduct that we have come to take for granted are being thoroughly undermined all over the world. No, it’s not just Trump, although he has to be the most obvious example of the phenomenon. But ever since the 1960's, in particular, it has seemed that the ideals of human and civil rights were in the ascendancy around the world. Discrimination was frowned on and it seemed that basic rights and humanity were being granted to groups, activities and various minorities that had previously been outcasts, even illegal.

The end of the Soviet Union, and the lifting of the ever-present threat of nuclear war, seemed to promise a new day in human relations and history. Technology was rapidly making communication, education and dialogue easy, fast and universal. Standards of living were rising, at least in the Western countries, as they were called, and the hope

and expectation was that this would continue to expand to all peoples in due course.

Life seemed good and getting better.

Then came the new millennium, and it seemed that things started to go wrong pretty quickly. The end of the Soviet Union did not end the threats and enmity, after a short experiment with democracy, the Russians got themselves a new Czar, who has been very busy indeed trying to recover the lost world he believes was stolen from his people. To which end, he has been eagerly supporting any politician who he feels will serve his purpose, wherever they happen to be.

But the West still seemed to stand united and strong, at least until 2008. That was the year the economy almost collapsed in many of these countries. Greed, basic incompetence, led to chaos and hard times for many, though not for the bankers responsible for the mess. Anger and disillusion with the “system” spread far more widely, and

deeply, than most realised; at least until 2016. The coming of Brexit and the election of Trump revealed certain facts that had been studiously ignored for decades.

Peace and Love had not defeated the “I’m all right, Jack” attitudes of the past.

People had not grown out of bigotry, suspicion of “others”, or extreme nationalism: these things had only gone underground because they were not seen as a desirable or progressive. But, once you got a President who prided himself on being rude, sexist, bigoted and racist, then it was all right for everyone who shared those views to (dare I say?) come out of the closet.

The thing that had been forgotten is that these are genuine attitudes. They are not necessarily nice, desirable, or even morally valid, but they are real. That is a fact. Now, some are starting to see the parallels in the past, and they are not reassuring.

British newspapers and politicians are drawing parallels between their situation since

2016 and that of Germany in the 1920's and 1930's. These are not hysterical people, they are respected academics and elder statesmen who are truly fearful of what is happening to their country.

The European Union is being questioned, even after keeping traditional enemies together in alliance since 1945. The Trump administration is undermining NATO, ties to traditional friends and allies, and making lies, racism, hatred of “others” and even hatred of other Americans, part of the national discourse. Americans, like the Brits, are fearing for the future of their democracy.

And I haven’t even mentioned Climate Change, one of those issues that is causing real division. Some point out that change has happened before, in past centuries, which is quite true. But have we ever come this close to destroying ourselves and our planet?

And, because it has happened before, does that mean that we are doing nothing to make it happen, or make it worse?

And should we do nothing to make it less dangerous, just because it happened before?

But all of these things have happened before in history: to the Greeks, the Romans, the Germans, the British and so many others.

Nothing stays the same for ever, or even for long. We have had quite an interesting time in the past century, and it should have taught us that we are not as “civilised” or “liberal” as we liked to think.

We have made changes that were not acceptable to many, perhaps even to most, but we weren’t listening to them, and now they are speaking up and it is not pretty. The challenge for us as human beings is not to keep things the same, safe and predictable. That is impossible, by our very nature.

Our challenge is in how we handle change, how we deal with dissension and division.

had many gardens, including flower, shrub and, of course, vegetable. All year round, we put our fruit and vegetable scraps in the composter, stirred it up and, in summer, added the deadheaded flowers. The next spring, when we opened the bottom of the composter, out fell the "black gold", organic matter, full of big, fat worms. It was wonderful. The drawback to home composters can be "wildlife" getting in; although the last composters we purchased on our property had locked lids which helped keep "critters" away. There are so many types of composters these days, it would be beneficial to shop around to find the best type for your property.

Living in an apartment now, I almost cry every time I dump my fruit and vegetable scraps into the regular garbage. Then, in the spring, I look at the displays of garden soil at the plant nurseries, grocery stores, department stores, and hardware stores, and the huge bags of "dirt" people are spending hard earned dollars on, when all that is needed is a backyard composter. Our daughter and family live in a small town north of Toronto, population of 11,046. I looked it up before I started this letter. It is connected to a larger town of 18,300. That area has a composting program. Our daughter has a little green bin sitting on her kitchen counter top where she and her family dump their food scraps. Once it is filled, it goes into a large green bin which is picked up every two weeks by the garbage contractor and dumped at a composting site, where it is stirred and maintained.

Each spring people drive from miles around the area to fill their truck beds and utility trailers with FREE DIRT,

full of healthy, fat worms. So simple, so practical, and so environmentally friendly. NO large black "plastic" bags of garden soil to be purchased and emptied into home gardens while the garden soil bag is placed in the garbage to be taken to the landfill.

I look forward to reading the results of the May 14 Council Meeting in next week's NG Times. I truly hope the program will get approval and will proceed in this area.

Some people comment on the extra cost of trucks, fuel, etc for the recycling trucks; but I feel, in the long run, we will all benefit from the reduction in the landfill. Not a plan for the "short sighted" individu-

als in the community, but an investment for the long term gain of the whole community.

Josephine Herman

Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, As a regular borrower of books from the North Grenville Library and an occasional borrower of books through the inter-library loan program, I was very disappointed at the Ford government's cutbacks which are resulting in the cancellation of inter-library loans.

As inter-library borrowing is an additional service to the clients of the library, would it not make sense to retain the service but charge a fee to cover the additional costs. I am assuming that the system is computerized which, one would think, makes it a fairly simple process of search, find, and sending the book to the requesting library and then re-

turning it at the end of the loan period. Costs would include staff time and the messenger service. How difficult could it be to calculate the usage and cost of inter-library loans during the past year or two to determine the cost recovery fee. Perhaps I over-simplify or there is some rule that prevents charging a fee for extra service, but I believe that most of us who use the library for personal reading or research would happily pay a fee.

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Dear Editor, An article last week

by Deron Johnston, titled "Tax Rates", implies that we shouldn't be so unhappy to pay our high property taxes, because the municipal tax rates in North Grenville are lower than those in a few of the other local municipalities, including Ottawa. His concluding sentence states, "So, the next time you open your tax bill and cringe, just remember: compared to other places, your taxes really Continued on page 5

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Reply to Michael Whittaker’s Open Letter to Steve Clark MPP Dear Mr. Whittaker, Thank you for writing to share with me your concerns regarding the inter-library loan service and what it means to you. I’m pleased to have this opportunity to respond and to clarify how the program was cancelled.

I would begin by pointing out that direct funding to municipalities for libraries did not change this year. Our government is providing $25 million to support libraries in our 2019/20 budget, something I’m very proud of because I value tremendously the essential services they provide in the communities I represent.

There was an adjustment to the Southern Ontario Library Services (SOLS) and Ontario Library Service – North (OLS-N) transfer payment from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport.

The expectation of the Ministry was that SOLS and

OLS-N would work with them to find efficiencies in service delivery, while ensuring programs were maintained.

The decision to cut the inter-library loan service entirely was made by these two organizations – it wasn’t directed by the government. I’m very disappointed that they made the decision and I know many of my constituents who relied on the loan service to provide them with books share in that disappointment.

It’s important for me to stress that the Ministry remains committed to doing what it intended from the start: work with SOLS and OLS-N to find some efficiencies in service delivery and maintain programs on which people rely.

For instance, the services could have explored the option of working with the Ministry to establish an inter-library loan program using

the mail. This modernization would have maintained the service and done so at less than 25% of the cost of the current program, which relies on a dozen vans travelling across the province at a cost of $1.3 million every year.

I understand the Hon. Michael Tibollo, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, met last week with SOLS, the Ontario Library Association and the Federation of Ontario Public Libraries.

They were to discuss how the government can work together with these organizations to help Ontario’s library system explore innovative ways to continue delivering their outstanding programs.

I remain hopeful a solution can be found to maintain the inter-library loan service and, in the meantime, I will continue to take forward to Minister Tibollo any concerns or suggestions I’m hearing from constituents about the

inter-library loan program and other vital library services.

Ensuring every government organization is finding ways to operate more efficiently is an essential part of the reasonable and responsible approach we’ve taken in our 2019/20 budget to get Ontario back to balance budget in five years. That approach is what allowed us to ensure we had the flexibility to increase spending in Education by $700 million and in Health by $1.3 billion in this year’s budget – two areas I’m sure you would agree are a priority for Ontarians.

Thank you again for taking the time to write and please don’t hesitate to contact me in the future on any provincial matter.

Sincerely, Steve Clark, MPP Leeds-GrenvilleThousand Islands and Rideau Lakes

pense? What if interest rates increase substantially?

The $12.5 billion interest expense works out to about $867 per resident of Ontario, or about $1,650 per person employed in the labour force.

What could you do with an extra $1,650 per year in your annual household budget?

The new Conservative government is cutting the budget and making some mistakes. I personally don't agree with cutting the 50 million tree program and the large cut to the SOLS budget.

In general though, any fiscally responsible adult must recognize that we can't keep growing this massive debt pile.

To eliminate the deficit, you would need to cut the budget by 8.34% across the board.

Budget cuts proportional to this percentage - with some adjustments in critical areas - would be more appropriate, rather than wholesale elimination of vital programs.

Some studies show that the average provincial employee salary premium over the private sector (for comparable work) is around 21% (from CFIB 2015), if you include benefits. The Sunshine List shows that over 130,000 provincial employees make well over $100,000 per year.

If you add the pensions and benefits, it's substantially more. Since wages, benefits, and pensions are by far the largest expense of the provincial government, maybe this is where the province

should focus its cost cutting programs. You don't even have to lay off any provincial employees. A salary, benefit and pension freeze would be a good start. After all, MPP's have had their salaries frozen for the last ten years at $116,000 per year.

I support the effort by this government to be fiscally responsible, keeping in mind that this effort requires criticism and debate.

Stephen Hammond

Letters to the Editor continued aren't as high as you may think". The author is correct that some of the other local municipalities have higher tax rates than North Grenville's, which stands at $1,125 per $100,000 of assessed value.

Let's look further afield.

Across the border, in the state of Hawaii, the effective averaged property tax rate is $270 per $100,000 of assessed value. On the state median home value of $563,900, you would pay $1,523 per year in property taxes. In Colorado, the rate is about double Hawaii's, but still half of North Grenville's. In fact, there are 30 states, plus the District of Columbia, in the USA that have lower property tax rates than North Grenville. The other 20 states have higher rates, with the highest rate in New Jersey, at $2,440 per $100,000 assessed value.

Most of the high tax states are northern states, where there is lots of data showing an exodus out of these high tax states, partly due to high property taxes.

Coming back to Canada, there are some really shocking numbers. Vancouver, at $240 per $100,000 beats Hawaii. On a million dollar home in Vancouver, you would pay $2,468 in property taxes. This is less than one quarter of North Grenville's tax rate, and there is evidence that this is part of the reason home values have gone up so much in Vancouver.

Oh, you say, the above are May 22, 2019

all far away places. So now we'll go to the GTA. Here's a short list; (Property tax per $100,000 assessed value) Toronto $636; Markham $694; Richmond Hill $718; Oakville $753; Mississauga $824; Barrie $1,000.

These rates are all lower than North Grenville's $1,125 per $100,000. Are you still happy with your high property taxes?

Stephen Hammond Dear Editor, A previous article by Colin Creasey, titled "What's the big picture on the carbon tax?" makes some points about the new Ford government and their carbon tax fight with the federal government. For example, one point concerns fines of $10,000 on gas station owners for not displaying carbon tax stickers on their gas pumps. I agree that the fines, if true, are a mistake.

Other points the author makes I may, or may not, agree with, but I'm very alarmed by his implication that our large provincial government debt is not such a bad thing. The 2019 interest expense of the Ontario provincial debt is $12.5 billion. This is money that the province is losing every year, and projected to rise to $16.5 billion in 2024.

How many services (including climate mitigation) could be funded by this interest ex-

Dear Editor, Re: Ceasing to Think (NG Times, May 15) In the “Ceasing to Think” letter, Mr. Bertram presents his views on policy to respond to climate change and his sources for attempting to understand the science explaining the gravity of the situation.

Mr. Bertram presents a link to the “International Climate Science Coalition”.

This name was well chosen from a marketing perspective, but has nothing to do with science on climate. The group is supported financially by the Heartland Institute in the US (themselves funded by the Koch brothers and Exxon).

The so-called “highly qualified practitioners” of ICSC include members of Friends of Science (funded by oil industry). A review of the list of ICSC advisors shows few that could be considered as having any expertise at all in the field of climatology. When I last 5

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COUNCIL Tuesday, June 18 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Tuesday, June 4 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre COMMITTEE & PUBLIC MEETINGS Special Committee of the Whole – Wednesday, May 29 at 2:30 pm at the Municipal Centre **NOTE: Council and Committee of the Whole meetings are live streamed and archived on the Municipal website. Agendas for upcoming meetings are published on the Friday prior to the meeting and minutes are posted after they are approved. Visit www.northgrenville.ca and click on Agendas, Minutes & Video in the Govern tab.

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www.NorthGrenville.ca looked, all ICSC advisors combined had produced precisely ZERO peer-reviewed scientific articles providing any evidence to support their assertions, despite their fundamentally opposed views on the matter.

The understanding of rising CO2 concentrations leading to increased greenhouse effect has been understood for centuries. The acidification of oceans is straightforward chemistry that already threatens to wipe out shell-building organisms and Canadian industries that depend on them.

The NG Times interviewed experts at Environment and Climate Change Canada and captured well how we know what’s happening and the impacts to Canada (August 9, 2018 edition).

I agree with Mr. Bertram’s suggestion that we need to continue to talk and to think, but we need to think critically. Can we rely on

internet searches and unqualified authors who are financially supported by the fossil fuel industry? Of course not. Dubious websites are not substitutes for peer-reviewed scientific journals.

It is only with a well-founded understanding of a given problem that we can meaningfully consider policies to address it. So let’s think critically. Let’s be honest with ourselves. Mr. Bertram stokes fear of the negative impacts of policy choices. We must be focussed on the whole - the impacts of climate change we already see and those coming, along with the efficacy and adequacy of policy choices to address and mitigate them.

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by Sally Smith Jordan Cotton has come a long way, and he wants to keep on movin’! Jordan is just 20, lives in the Winchester area with his parents and two

siblings, and is dependent on a wheelchair to get around; he has what’s known as Quadriplegic Spastic Cerebral Palsy.

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North Dundas District High School last year. Like his classmates and other guys his age, it’s time for him to move out, move on and find a job.

Friends say he’s enthusiastic with a great sense of humour; he’s the guy who’s easy to talk to right from the start — friendly, knowledgeable (especially about sports), and a great hockey fan.

His parents, Paul and Angela, are encouraging him to get out and explore; but, to do that, he needs an accommodating personal vehicle; the approximate cost is $60,000, a lot of money…. This lack of transportation limits Jordan’s job search, and really curtails his freedom.

Family, friends and neighbours are hosting a benefit event to help offset the cost of ‘wheels’ for Jordan. Their choice for him, because of his fun-loving, unique personality, is a Silent Beats dance party. Check it out at facebook. com/silentbeatsevents.

Come on out Saturday, May 25, to the Winchester Arena. Live music by Sons of Gord, a catered meal by Lone Star Texas Grill, and the dance party are beckoning.

Come and have fun!

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by Jim Bertram About a week ago, Council announced tax rates following the recently completed budget process for 2019.

At that time, the following tax information was offered: 1. The school board tax rate declined by 5.29%. Yes, I said it declined. This rate is set by the provincial government itself and transmitted to the local authorities. All residential properties in Ontario are subject to the same education tax rate, per Ontario Regulation 400/98: www. ontario.ca/page/property-tax#education_tax. However, the funding requirements by schools, and the extent that this education rate addresses these needs, is not something explicitly shared with the municipality. This marks the first time I have seen an actual decline in a tax rate!

2. The Leeds-Grenville County tax rate was neither increased nor decreased – it was expressed as a rate “increase” of “zero” per cent.

At present, I have no details as to how this result was obtained, but am sure that Mayor Peckford could give us an explanation, given her position as member of the

County Council. Something to look forward to.

3. The North Grenville municipal tax rate increase was 1.5 percent. I am pleased at this result for 2019. However, the increase could have been very close to zero, had Council been less “generous” with the grants which it awarded in the Community Grant part of the budget.

The above rates will be melded together to give a final and complete tax rate, which will be combined with the MPAC rate for your property to form the composite, which is your final tax bill. Good news in terms of tax rates from the agencies mentioned above.

However, given the upward movement in local real estate market values more recently, we may expect sharp increases in our tax bills in future, given the role of MPAC in establishing our municipal tax bill. Remember: MPAC’s calculations are based on an appraisal of your property’s market value. When that goes up, so does the MPAC rate. Even with a modest future rate increase approach by the three agencies listed above, their revenues will

be increasing considerably, thanks to the MPAC effect.

That’s the “less good” news.

It means that, notwithstanding the trend in rates shown above, all residents will pay more because of MPAC. But those who have valuable property and relatively low cash income will be relatively more and more under stress from municipal tax bills, since taxes are paid from disposable income. If you don't have much of that, well, you will be more and more hard pressed. A growing problem!

My personal feeling is that the role of MPAC must be modified to eliminate its more negative effects on residents who own property, in particular, its effects on lower income taxpayers.

You know – the question of “Affordable Housing” is part of this discussion. And, as it happens, the provincial government is responsible for the organisation of, and legislation surrounding, our property tax system. It’s time for some reform of the impact of MPAC. Mr. Ford – are you willing to take this reform on?

I hope so.

Event marks Victims and Survivors of Crime Week

by Hilary Thomson The Victim Issues Coordinating Committee of Leeds

and Grenville is holding their annual event to mark Victims and Survivors of Crime week at the end of May. This year’s theme is, The Power of Collaboration, and will feature speakers who will shed light on the difficulties that victims and survivors of crime face, May 22, 2019

and the current gaps in the system.

Coordinator of the event, Kathy-Ann Laman, says they will be featuring three victims of crime who will be speaking about their personal experiences. Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime, Heidi Illigworth, will also be making a presentation, as well as Sylvie Teague from the Algonquin College victimology program, who will be speaking about victim services in Canada and abroad.

The event is geared to-

wards victim services providers, educators, people involved in the criminal justice system, and the general public. The idea is to provide education and information about the services that are out there, and about the current gaps in the system. One such gap is the lack of services for marginalized populations, such as those with physical disabilities, or the LGBTQ community.

The event is set for Wednesday, May 29, at the Brockville Convention Cen-

tre, from 9:00am to 4:30pm.

While the event is largely information-based, with speakers making presentations to an audience, there will be a free lunch, with the opportunity to network and ask questions.

Anyone interested in learning about the current system that supports victims and survivors of crime and how it can be improved are welcome to attend.

The Victim Issues Coordinating Committee of Leeds and Grenville is a collaboration of service providers com6

mitted to enhancing our community response to violence.

The committee continues to work on the development for early intervention and public education on issues relating to violence prevention. Their website is designed to give you practical information to help if you or someone you love has been a victim. It tells you what to look for, how to respond and who to call for help. Go to: www.victiminfo. com.

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The Kemptville Black Sox played their season opener in the Greater Ottawa Fastball League on Wednesday May 15. They travelled to Manotick to face the Kars Aces, losing 4-1. Dan Thompson and Shannon Borho pitched for Kemptville, with Jefferson Roman, Zach Thompson and Moises Del Corral having the big hits. Their next game is in Stittsville on May 22 against the Stittsville 56ers.

Friends of the NGPL present An Evening at the Library

by Hilary Thomson The Friends of the North Grenville Public Library (NGPL) are hosting a soirée to raise money for the implementation of Digital Literacy Programs at the Library.

One of the event organizers, Barbara Rousseau, says that the mandate of the Friends of the NGPL is to support new initiatives at the Library that keep it current and vibrant. “We are lucky to have a great library, and we want to keep it that way,” she says.

The implementation of Digital Literacy Programs has been an important trend in libraries across the province. Many Eastern Ontario libraries have tech-based programs, meant to help children, adults and seniors become more comfortable with using technology which is becoming increasingly important in today’s world. “It is a whole other language,” Barbara says.

The NGPL currently offers public access to computers with internet, wireless connection for mobile devices, printing and scanning.

Staff also help patrons use the technology, as time allows. With proper funding, the NGPL would love to May 22, 2019

start offering a Coding for Kids program (with a focus on programming robots), sessions to help patrons learn how to access library e-books, and a Tech Buddies program which pairs up Seniors with tech questions with technologically savvy teens.

Barbara has been a supporter of the Library for many years and was one of the people who raised over $750,000 to build the Library’s current building, which opened in 2011. Their campaign was called Room to Read, but Barbara says that, if they were to run the campaign again, it would be called Room to Read and So Much More.

“It’s a hub for the community,” she says. “There are no limitations to the building.”

An Evening at the Library is set for Saturday, June 22, starting at 6:30pm. It will be a classy evening to celebrate what the NGPL brings to the community, and will support innovation and future programming. Local harpist, Hanna MacNaughtan, will provide musical entertainment and the evening will also feature local authors Tom Graham, Michael Blouin and Jen Gilroy as guest speakers.

Community member, Chris Morgan, will also be on hand to say a few words about the

importance of the library to the municipality and surrounding area.

Barbara says the local businesses have been very generous in their support of the event. Appetizers and local beer and wine will be served throughout the evening, and there will also be a silent auction of items from businesses, such as Kemptville Suites and the Brigadoon, and pieces of art from local artists. “There is something for every taste and pocketbook,” Barbara says.

Corporate sponsors for the event include Connie Lamble and Royal Bank’s Samantha Rivet-Stevenson.

Tickets for the evening are $15 and can be purchased at the NGPL. Barbara and the rest of the Friends of the NGPL hope it is a fun evening supporting an important asset in the community. “I am hoping people realize how fortunate we are to have the library,” Barbara says.

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Architectural Traces of Limerick UCDSB Trustees prepare for Forest’s 19th-Century Settlement upcoming Budget Deliberations The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is involved in its annual budget planning process, focusing on developing a new budget to support the priorities of the school district for the 2019-2020 school year.

To date, the Board of Trustees has received informational reports and updates from staff that included a general review of education funding and expenses, a brief overview of the Government of Ontario 2019-2020 Budget highlights, and highlights of the Ministry of Education (MOE) Grants for Student Needs (GSN) funding for 2019-2020. Although the Board is awaiting technical documents from the MOE, preliminary calculations done by UCDSB financial staff based on information received to date show the UCDSB is facing a budget gap of approximately $11.7 million for the 2019-2020 school year.

The Board understands the necessity of achieving a balanced budget for the 2019-2020 operational year and, as part of that mandate, have asked staff to provide a range of areas of possible

Located north of Limerick Rd., this is believed to have been the childhood home of the late Delmar Robinson (1942-2019) who worked for the Ministry of Natural Resources in the Limerick Forest.

by Michael Whttaker The afternoon drizzle Monday, May 13 did not dampen the enthusiasm of more than 20 people out to explore the hidden heritage of Limerick Forest’s abandoned farms.

The group, which responded to the Rideau Valley Archaeology Society’s press and online invitation, was ably guided by Cary Gibson and Valerie Kirkwood from the Friends of the Limerick Forest. Dr. David Shanahan, historian for the North Grenville Historical Society, provided information regarding families and settlement.

The outing began at the Limerick Forest Interpretive Centre in the original part of Limerick Forest, now referred to as Limerick South. Among the Irish settlers of the late

1840s was Andrew Forsythe, who occupied 200 acres south of Bishops Mills on what is now the forest’s northern edge. He reportedly named the area Limerick, after his home county in Ireland, and the Forsythe Rd., running south from Limerick Rd., is named for him.

A few hundred metres west of the interpretive centre are the foundation remains (ca. 1875) of the Cochrane Family home. The enterprising clan was probably not the first to own the land, but the property remained with the Cochrane’s until 1940. As with many of the forest ruins, the exterior access to the cellar through the foundation wall is obvious, and the well, which served generations, is partially filled, and guarded by a cedar fence.

The explorers visited a number of sites laying off Limerick Rd., Forsyth Rd., and Cooper Rd., along the forest’s paths and trails. The dry-stone remains exemplified a range of mason skills from the rough amateur to the master. Traces of summer kitchens, outbuildings, and barns marked several properties. One site clearly defined what had been a two-storey barn with a natural, earthen grade accessing the upper

level. A curious site may have been a springhouse. What had been a roofed structure preserved foods and beverages before the advent of icehouses. A narrow drain through the foundation wall led downhill, away from the building.

In late June, a volunteer clean-up crew will remove discarded materials, and fallen and dead trees from a site on the Alf Campbell Trail, east of the interpretive centre. In the early years of the Limerick Forest, this area had been a dumping ground. The volunteer Friends of Limerick Forest are committed to hands-on projects supporting the welfare and sustainable management of the forest.

The Rideau Valley Archaeological Society plans a non-invasive, surface study of Limerick Forest ruins, and to seek sites, which may be undocumented. Photos taken during the forest walk can be viewed at the Rideau Valley Archaeological Society Facebook. A message can be posted there, or by contacting mpw1749@gmail.com.

Historic topographical maps, which include Limerick Forest, are available at ocul. on.ca/topomaps/collection/.

reduction for consideration; and recommendations for budget priorities including both additions and reductions.

Based on current expenses and 2019-2020 funding, the following areas exceed revenue allocated for such purposes: • Special Education • Supply teachers • School office staffing • Rural Guidance Counsellor Project As requested by the Board, staff have highlighted possible areas of reductions for review and deliberation

by Trustees, such as: • potential reduction of Early Childhood Educator positions in classrooms to align with new funding allocation; • potential reduction of secondary programming Student Success Teacher positions to align with new funding allocation; • potential reduction of school office support staff (regular day school operations) positions to align with funding allocation; • re-allocation of funds from the Rural & Northern Education Program 2-year pilot that supported additional resources for a Rural Guid-

ance Counsellors program; • potential reduction of positions to central office administrative staff and TR Leger/continuing education staff; • potential reductions from program department through attrition, layoffs, and reorganization of current program commitments; • potential reduction in System Principal and System Teacher assignments where funding for the positions is not provided by specific ministry grants; and • gradual reductions in Special Education expenditures to improve alignment with the actual Special Education funding allocation, while maintaining essential commitments to students / student programs.

“It’s clear that we will have a lot to consider in the coming weeks. The Board of Trustees will work with staff and the recommendations provided to us to pass a budget that meets Ministry of Education requirements and the needs of our students and staff,” said Chair of the Board John McAllister.

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a matter of public safety and economic opportunity,” said Minister McNaughton.

About 10% of rural Eastern Ontario has no mobile broadband connection, leading to dropped calls, missed emergency services and a lack of opportunity.

“It is essential that proper infrastructure is in place to support public safety across the province, including Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes where cellular coverage is often lacking,” said Steve Clark. “Our government is taking action to improve connectivity so that people can your space - your style feel confident and safe – at home and on the road. Being Minister McNaughton were connected to the digital world joined at the announcement is also a must-have for today’s

by United Counties of Leeds businesses and for our ridand Grenville Warden Pat ing’s ability to attract them.”

“Improving connectivity Sayeau and officials from the Eastern Ontario Regional is key to our region’s ecoNetwork (EORN). They stat- nomic growth and prosperity ed that the investment was and the present lack of this going to make people safer, connectivity is inhibiting the and lead to greater economic development and expansion of many of our local business growth in the region.

“Our government has operations,” said Warden Sacommitted to help people get yeau. “Thank you, Minister the broadband and cellular McNaughton and MPP Clark connections they need. This is for recognizing what matters

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Minister McNaughton announced Ontario is committing $71 million to EORN’s project to virtually eliminate coverage gaps in the region.

The public-private initiative requires contributions from the federal government as well private sector and municipal partners.

The total value of the project is estimated at $213 million. Ontario is hopeful the federal government will commit to funding its share of the project.

“Last week, the federal Liberals said the people of Ontario’s priorities were

their priorities,” said Minister McNaughton. “Well, this is a huge priority in Eastern Ontario. It’s about public safety, economic growth and development and convenience.

We are investing in people and building our province’s future.”

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Natural gas spurs debate at council table

by Hilary Thomson Councillor Timothy Molloy brought a motion forward at the council meeting of May 13 to increase efforts to get natural gas to the north side of the Rideau Canal in Merrickville. This has been on Councillor Molloy’s radar for a long time, even before he sat around the council table for this term. He sees the expansion of natural gas to the north side as an important part of Merrickville-Wolford’s economic future.

“We need to bring industry [to the Village] to bring taxes down,” he said at the meeting. “Nothing is going to happen without natural gas.”

His suggestion is that council take a more proactive approach by talking to MPP Steve Clark, and maybe even MP Michael Barrett, about lobbying Enbridge to invest in the north side of the Rideau Canal in Merrickville, something that they have not been keen on in the past.

Councillor Molloy believes that Minister Clark has been helping other municipalities in Ontario attract Enbridge, and Merrickville-Wolford should be no different.

“They are leaving us out in the cold,” he says, adding that those in higher levels of government are not going to

help if council doesn’t ask.

Councillor Bob Foster agreed with Councillor Molloy that having natural gas on the north side of the Canal is key to attracting development. However, he was unsure about whether Minister Clark would be of any assistance. “I am in no disagreement at all, but can Steve Clark do us any good?” he asked.

Deputy Mayor Michael Cameron spoke up at the meeting, saying that he doesn’t feel that any further action is currently needed for this initiative. Staff are already in active communication with Enbridge about the possibility of them investing in the area, and are in the process of getting them more information about a pipe that already runs under the Canal and that could be used to bring natural gas to the north side.

Mayor Doug Struthers also mentioned at a previous meeting that he had talked to Minister Clark at the AMO conference at the beginning of the year about the issue.

“It’s been addressed, and all the ducks have been lined up,” Deputy Mayor Cameron said at the meeting. “Enbridge is a private business and, if they saw good business, they would be knocking at our door.”

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Councillor Molloy believes that it is Minister Clark’s job to plead the case for his constituent municipalities with Enbridge. However, Mayor Struthers disagrees.

“He is not going to pressure the private sector to move forward,” he said at the meeting. “That’s not the way the system works.”

Mayor Struthers said that he believes Councillor Molloy’s motion is premature, and that the municipality is currently doing all they can to attract Enbridge to invest across the Canal. When it came down to a vote, the motion was defeated, with Councillor Foster and Councillor Molloy supporting the motion and Mayor Struthers, Deputy Mayor Cameron and Councillor Don Halpenny voting against it.

Staff will maintain the status quo and continue to liaise with Enbridge in the hopes of getting them to expand services across the Canal.

Even though the motion for increased pressure was defeated, it seems as though all councillors agree that getting natural gas to the north side of the Canal would be a positive for Merrickville’s economy and something they all support. “We will continue to engage with Enbridge and give them all the information they need,” says Mayor Struthers.

Employees of the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA)

made a presentation to council on Monday, May 13, about their management of the water/wastewater treatment facility.

The 2018 report outlined no non-compliances, a 100 per cent inspection rating, zero Adverse Water Quality Incidents, and an 83 per cent reserve capacity in Merrickville’s drinking water system.

The wastewater system saw a flow reduction of 27 per cent from 2017 to 2018 and OCWA is also continuing

with their infiltration reduction strategy.

The smell from the facility, which has been disturbing residents over the summer for the past few years, was also addressed. They are using chemical application optimization, and tweaking their sludge hauling schedule, to mitigate the smell. The Village has also directed OCWA to go ahead with installing matting that should help with the unpleasant odour. The matting is expected to be installed in June or July of this year.

At the end of the presentation, Councillor Timothy

Molloy asked the representatives from OCWA to look into ways the municipality could save costs for their ratepayers. The cost of water in the Village has been a concern for a number of years, and was a major issue brought up in the last election.

OCWA Senior Operations Manager, Shane Hogan, said he didn’t have any suggestions off hand, but would look into it and come back to staff with some numbers. “We can work with Doug [Robertson] and his team to see if there are any options,” he said.

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Methodist Church and Cemetery, Clothier and James Streets

by David Shanahan As so often in North Grenville, some of the more interesting and historic locations are now empty sites where once there stood the earliest buildings. This green space on Clothier Street east is certainly one of those.

Before 1830, Methodist ministers were circuit riders, literally riding around their district to hold meetings in settler’s homes, or wherever a group could gather. It was a very large area to cover, stretching from Cardinal to Maitland, and from Prescott to South Mountain, and included all the territory and

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hamlets now included in North Grenville. The roads, so-called, were just tracks through the bush, with tree branches so low that riders often had to dismount and walk their horses beneath the tall trees.

In November, 1830, Asa Clothier sold lots 12 and 13 on the south side of Clothier Street, to the Trustees of the Methodist Church for £17.10.00. The Methodist congregation had been meeting in various homes before then, but in 1831 they began to build the first church on the site, a 30x40 foot frame building. The contractor was Horace Hemmingway, who

held by deed to Trustees”.

As the congregation, and the village, grew, the District was divided in two, and the Oxford-on-Rideau/Kemptville district became separate in 1863. Three years later, it was decided to relocate the church to Prescott Street, closer to the minister’s home.

This remained in use as the parsonage until 1878, when a new one was provided on the corner of Prescott and Mary Streets, across the road from the present church, which was considered a necessary wing to the increasing size of the congregation and, possibly, to the shift of the centre of Kemptville away from Clothier Street east and to the expanding development on Prescott Street. Early in 1869, a contract was let to Erastus Fenton to build a brick church at the corner of Prescott and South Victoria Street, now Reuben St. This church building became, it seems, the target of arsonists in 1888, when, on January 10, it was destroyed by fire. At the time, the Methodists were deeply involved in moves to introduce prohibition to the locality, and it was thought that the fire was started by angry tavern owners. The building was soon repaired and was renovated over the years, remaining one of the two churches on “Gospel Hill” in Kemptville.

After the original church on Clothier Street was closed, the cemetery that was attached to the old church continued to be used throughout the century. As it became more difficult to maintain the site, the headstones were removed and the obelisk which stands there today was erected, with a small selection of headstones surrounding it, in memory of those early Methodist residents of Kemptville.

In 1954, a transcription of the headstones was made, and 93 were found in all. The oldest graves had stones for Hannah VanBury (VanBuren), who died in May, 1813 aged 57, and an older couple - Eunice and Joshua Purmort.

Eunice died on August 9, 1813, aged 70 years and 15 days. Joshua did not outlive her for long: he died on October 6, 1813, aged 67 years and 8 months. So many stories lie under the green grass on Clothier Street.

had built a number of houses in the hamlet and surrounding area. Opened officially around July 1, 1832, it took another four years to equip the place with a pulpit and to replace the plain benches with pews.

In 1840, the first Quarterly Conference for the District was held in Kemptville and it was decided to build a home for the minister. This was the stone house on VanBuren Street next to the medical clinic. In the 1851 Census, it described the old church: “The Wesleyan Methodist Chapel is a good Frame Building capable of accommodating 400 persons, it is

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Looking to rent farmland for 2019 crop year. Call or text 613-262-1204

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Plants - tomato, pepper, herbs, strawberry, raspberry. 2940 Tompkins Rd. 613806-2950 (24) Apartment size Willis piano.

Excellent condition. Sacrifice price $600. Call 613 790 1033 or leave message at 613 269 4754 FIREWOOD - hardwood, cut, split & delivered. $100 a cord, 3 cord minimum. Call Peter 613-913-0810 IKEA SVÄRTA Loft bed frame with desk top, silver colour. $100. Call or text 613-204-6757 (23) Solid wood china cabinet w/ lights $350. Call 613-2585756.

Small wooden rocking chair$25;Two non matching bedside cupboards $45 each.

613 269-3567 Ovurum Plow auto reset 613 283 1759 Mixed seasoned firewood for sale, all hardwood, $100/ cord delivered, Jon 613-2273650 Dry and wrapped round bales of hay suitable for cattle. Jon 613-227-3650 1 new Nordic & rim 225/75/15 . $75.00. 613 258 6254 2014 Yamaha ATV excellent condition $9,000 613.258.4867

WANTED cedar trees for hedge on property in Kemptville area. 613-314-9327 (23) The Spencerville Mill is seeking loans of vintage kitchen implements, artifacts & clothing for an upcoming exhibit. Call 613 658-5290.

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PUBLIC NOTICE - PESTICIDE USE

GARAGE SALE MULTI FAMILY HECKSTON VILLAGE MAY 25 GOOD VARIETY

The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville intends to utilize Wagar and Corput Weed Control Inc. to control weeds along all County Road guide rails.

GARAGE SALE, MULTI FAMILY, HECKSTON VILLAGE, MAY 25. GOOD VARIETY

The contractor will be using the following pesticide: Arsenal Powerline Herbicide Reg. # 30203, active ingredients Imazapyr, present as isopropylamine salt, VP480 Herbicide Reg. #28840, active ingredient Glyphosate present as dimethylamine salt, Clearview Herbicide Reg. #29752, active ingredients Metasulfuron-Methyl and Aminopyralid, present as potassium salt, along with Gateway Adjuvent Reg. #31470, active ingredients Paraffinic oil and Alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactanct, under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).

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Commencing: May 27, 2019 (weather permitting) to June 27, 2019.

For further information contact: Wagar and Corput Weed Control Inc. (613) 938-2117 (collect calls accepted) United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (800) 770-2170 / (613) 342-3840 x 2413

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Please contact the Counties if you require more detailed information regarding our program, including additional information on how to post “No Spray” signage in front of your property. This information along with maps of the roads to be sprayed is available on our website at www.leedsgrenville.com under Government, Divisions, Public Works, Weed Control.

$1475/mo 3 bedroom townHelp Wanted, Experienced home 613-415-1332. (24) Glass Technician. Please email resume to rob@krisalis. com

Part-time cook. Weekend Day shift. 613 269 2672/ email: Peter@newgate180. com (21)

GARAGE SALES EQUINELLE MULTI-FAMILY MEGA-GARAGE SALE, MAY25TH 7AM. FURNITURE, CAMPING - 3 REGALIA WAY. EQUINELLE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 8TH, 2019 7:30 – 2:00 COMMUNITY YARD SALE. SATURDAY 25 MAY 8 TO 1 KEMPTEN COURT ACROSS FROM HOLY CROSS SCHOOL ON CLOTHIER STREET WEST GARAGE SALE, GALLERY AND STEAMPUNK AIRSHIP TOUR IN BARN, SUNDAY MAY 26, 9 TO 5,COUNTY RD

HUNTER EDUCATION : One stop – Canadian Firearms Course and Hunter Education Course - Friday, June 7th (evening), Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9 at Burritt’s Rapids. Contact Kerry Coleman 613-258-7515 or kerrycoleman@xplornet.com

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Call Billy @ 258-4529 or drop off at 529 George Street East. (39)

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PUBLIC NOTICE - PESTICIDE USE The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville intends to utilize Wagar and Corput Weed Control Inc. to control weeds along the following rural roadsides:

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 All County Roads West of Rd 29 (Rd1, 2 west of Brockville, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 27, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35,36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 42, 46, 47)  Selected Township Roads in the municipalities of Athens, Augusta, Edwardsburgh/Cardinal, Merrickville-Wolford and North Grenville.

The contractor will be using the following pesticide: Clearview Herbicide Reg. #29752, active ingredients Metasulfuron-Methyl and Aminopyralid, present as potassium salt, along with Gateway Adjuvent Reg. #31470, active ingredients Paraffinic oil and Alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactanct, under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).

CLASSIFIEDS: First 10 words free if submitted by email.

Extra word 50 cents, photo $10, border $2, shading $5. Submit to classifieds@ngtimes.ca.

Email must include name, address and phone #.

Must be related to North Grenville/ Merrickville

Commencing: May 30, 2019 (weather permitting) to June 30, 2019.

For further information contact: Wagar & Corput Weed Control Inc. (613) 938-2117 (call collect) United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (800) 770-2170 / (613) 342-3840 x 2413 Please contact the Counties if you require more detailed information regarding our program, including additional information on how to post “No Spray” signage in front of your property. This information along with maps of the roads to be sprayed is available on our website at www.leedsgrenville.com under Government, Divisions, Public Works, Weed Control.

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CROSSWORD

ACROSS 1. Vaults 6. Church alcove 10. Geographic illustrations 14. Chalk 15. Snip 16. By mouth 17. In base 8 18. French for "Head" 19. Threesome 20. Whatever 22. Charged particles 23. Skin disease 24. Expansion 26. Iridescent gem 30. Barbarian 31. Many millennia 32. Sandwich shop 33. Be worthy of 35. A promotional statement 39. Fishing net

41. Roomette 43. Raw fish 44. Behold, in old Rome 46. Fizzy drink 47. Explosive 49. Cap 50. Winter precipitation 51. A type of nut 54. Creative work 56. Savvy about 57. Oval 63. Two-toed sloth 64. Dregs 65. A kind of macaw 66. Dogs of a dwarf breed 67. Green 68. Wanderer 69. If not 70. Historical periods 71. Move stealthily

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DOWN 1. Flat-bottomed boat 2. Ogive 3. Greek cheese 4. French for "State" 5. Chip dip 6. Weakened 7. Forestall 8. Location 9. Come forth 10. Unmoving 11. Barb 12. Applied to a canvas 13. Make a splashing sound 21. Autumn color 25. Gown 26. Probabilities 27. Andean country 28. "Oh my!"

29. A warning beacon 34. Dreamers 36. Atop 37. Start over 38. Colorful (Scottish) 40. 3 times 3 42. Abatement 45. An acute intestinal infection 48. A dozen 51. Two-door car 52. Elide 53. Bucks 55. Celebrities 58. Lascivious look 59. Press 60. Grotto 61. District 62. Frolic

May 15 Spring Trails Walk, Merrickville District Trails Society. Meet at 10 am at Burritt’s Rapids Locks (#17), walk to the Stoney Steps on Brassils Creek in Marlborough Forest, along Rideau Trail. About 6 km return, 2 hours. No dogs, but all others welcome.

May 15 Kemptville Horticultural Society Meeting,7 pm, Kemptville Pentecostal Church. Guest Speaker: Sarah Shapiro - Horticultural Therapy & Sensory Gardens.

Everyone Welcome.

May 18 Bishop's Mills Community Day. Includes bake sale, silent auction, crafts, displays and much more. For info. call Victor at 613-258-2115.

May 25 Canoe Poker Run, Spencerville Mill, 9 am. Paddle by kayak or canoe from O'Hagen's Bridge to the Mill. Prizes, Beer Tent, BBQ lunch. $25 adult; $10 child, includes lunch. Call: 613 340-1667. Details: spencervillemill.ca May 25 Bake Sale and Plant Sale 10:30am, salads & cold meat buffet 11:30 am-1 pm, accessible entrance from parking lot, St. Paul's Presbyterian Church.

May 26 You are invited to attend the Anniversary Service at St. Andrew's United Church,Bishop's Mills at 10:30 am. It is a celebration of 169 years of Christian witness in the community. Louise Shaw will lead worship. Susan Jenkins and Grant Birtch will provide special music. Potluck lunch to follow in the Church Hall.

June 5 Village Voyces Chamber Choir in concert with Malala Women's Choir, 8:00 pm, Merrickville United Arts Center, 100 St. Lawrence. Tickets: merrickvilleuac.com

Weekly and recurring events Mon North Grenville Arts Guild, 2nd Mon/mth, 7 pm, Masonic Hall, 311 Van Buren St. All welcome. More info at www.ngartsguild.ca Kemptville Quilters Guild, 2nd Mon./mth at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Road 43, 7 pm. New members welcome.

Kemptville Cancer Support Group, 3rd Mon/mth, St. John’s United Church, 2 pm. For info call Ellen Vibert-Miller at 613-258-7778.

Newcomer Bridge-St John's United Church 12:15pm. Cost $5.00. All levels welcome.

Info 613-806-4495 or 613-795-7155.

Men’s Darts League at the Legion, 7 pm. Starting 10 Sept through to April. All are welcome. $5. per night.

Tues Rotary Club meeting, Kemptville Legion, 6:30 pm.

18+ Mixed basketball at Holy Cross School Gym from 7-9 pm. $5/night or $60/season. Call Jeff at (613) 816-8345 for more info.

Ladies Darts League, Kemptville Legion, 7 pm through to April. All are welcome,

$5 per player.

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BNI Networking Group Breakfast, Grenville Mutual Insurance Building, 380 Colonnade Dr, 7- 8:30 am. Info: 613-918-0430.

Bridge St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $5. All levels of bridge players welcome. Info, call. 613-806-4495 to 613-795-7155.

The Branch Artisans Guild, NG Community Church, 2659 Concession St. every 3rd Tue/mth, 7pm. New members welcomed Wed NG Photography Club - 1st Wed./mth, 7-9 pm, at the Grenville Mutual Insurance, 380 Colonnade Drive. See ngphotoclub.ca for info.

Klub 67 Euchre every 2nd &4th Wed/mth, 1 pm, St. John's United Church.

Everyone welcome. $5.00. (No euchre July & August) Bingo- 1st & 3rd Wed/mth., Kemptville Legion, 1 pm. All welcome.

New Horizon Club, Burritt`s Rapids Community Hall. Adults 55 plus welcome.

For info re programs and membership, call Golida Tym 258-3894.

Probus Club of North Grenville, 3rd Wed./mth. Everyone is welcome to join us at 9:30 am at St Paul's Presbyterian Church Hall for fellowship.

Holy Cross Church monthly suppers, 1st Wed/mth. Adults $8, Children $5. All are welcomed.

NGPL Science and Technology Group meetings, 1st/Wed/mth, 7- 9 pm in the program room at the Library.

Euchre, Rideau Glen Golf Course, 6:30 sharp, $5, share the wealth tickets sold, all proceeds go back to the players. May 1-Oct 9.

Thu Bridge - St. John’s United Church, 6:15- pm. Cost $5. All levels of bridge players welcome. For more info, call 613-806-4495 or 613-795-7155.

North Grenville Toastmasters - Meeting 1st & 3rd Thurs/mth., 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 790 7665.

Mixed Darts League at the Legion 7:30 pm. Starting 6 Sept, through to April.

All are welcome. $5. per night.

Fri Friendship Lunch, 11:30-1 pm, St. John’s United Church. Free, everyone welcome.

Sat Kemptville Legion breakfast, 8 - 10 am 3rd Sat/mth, 100 Reuben Crescent. Adults $6, Children 6 and under $3. All welcome.

Euchre, Kemptville Legion, last Sat/mth. Noon-5 pm.

Sun Bingo, Kemptville Legion – Last Sun/mth, Doors open 6 pm, guaranteed $400 jackpot. Refreshments available.

M,W,F Kemptville and Area Walking Group meet at Municipal Centre at 8 am.

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Wood carvers competition in Kars Federal and Provincial Funding for Municipalities/Cities A Response, Part 2

Novice category winner Sandra Hornung;

Intermediate - Mario Trinque

Pyro Winner: Bob Thompson

Best in Open - Tony Endhoven

Judges Sentimental Favourite - Bruce Pirt The Outaouais Wood Carvers held their annual Ottawa Wood Carving Competition on May 4, at the Kars Recreation Centre Association Hall. The Competition is where wood artists from Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and beyond gather in Ottawa every year to showcase their artistry and to compete at all skill levels from beginner to accomplished.

Wood carvings and pyrography pieces were on display and there were demonstrations throughout the show. The NG Times provided our own Marguerite Boyer as one of the judges for the competition.

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by Harmen Boersma Response Part 1 noted the inflammatory title which can lead to dissatisfaction and possibly disruptive action among citizens; ultimately, causing disruptive populist movements, kept in check by a dictator who curbs freedoms and creates fear to comply. Then it demonstrated that Stephen Hammond may have assumed that fairness to all jurisdictions deserves equal $ value per capita from federal and provincial transfers.

Such a centrally controlled system across the country and each province would create serious inequities. Is government the heart of the nation? Is an individual (per capita) the heart of the nation? Neither is meant to be.

Consider a different assumption. In order to bring it forward, I need to reach far back first. A nation is made up of many components: land, water and air; landscapes with varying surfaces, moving water systems with lakes, rivers and bays; moving atmospheric systems causing weather conditions and climates. Being one of the largest countries on earth, Canada hosts a great variety of each. Further, plants and animals were distributed according to their nature, living in their accommodating habitats. There is ongoing interaction and interdependence among all these components.

Originally, none of this was the result of the arrival of Canada’s three founding Peoples. Rather, we may contribute the physical existence to the Creator of the universe, which includes planet Earth with all its riches. Its origin is outside of human accomplishment.

Rather, people are created in the likeness of the Creator, giving them unequaled responsibility to inhabit and manage the earth. Society is the shared habitation of people in a selected territory, such as Canada, organized into essential institutions - for worship, marriage, family, art, language, governing, health, education, work and more - and voluntary organizations - for recreation, sports, travel, conservation and many more.

All human activity in Canada is characterized by the physical nature of its land, plants, animals and people, resulting in a Canadian culture. The most intriguing and qualifying characteris-

tic of the Creator’s master plan of creation must be the uniqueness of every grain of soil, drop of water, gases in the air, variety in fauna, fish, fowl, mammals and humans.

For this reason, the Creator nudged the first people to start naming - cataloguing – everything around them.

Does it not surprise us that the uniqueness in naming is continuing with each new discovery, new development, new organization and, most of all, with each new-born human being? This uniqueness is the basis for cultural flourishing in a democracy like Canada.

North Grenville, as a named community, is unique in Ontario and Canada. We advertise it for its outstanding features and showcase it to other jurisdictions. We became who we are today by creating and managing individually and together our visions for living on its land.

There are so many variables to describe our community and its ‘habitat’: physical and human differences, individual and institutional visions, variations in leaders and followers. As a community we take responsibility for its well-being and flourishing.

We assess needs and wants and find creative ways to make them reality.

In the context of uniqueness, fair and unfair diminish in glare, don’t you agree?

We may assess communities and determine why one can accomplish something that another jurisdiction has not been able to. We may learn from others and consider if their way is a path we can follow. We can strive to understand the differences in accomplishment. Ultimately the needs and wants for our unique community determine whether we will go after getting them or not. It is our ingenuity, determination and skill set to visualize, create, plan, design, connect, apply, negotiate and more to enhance our community. Then we will reap the satisfaction, the approval of our neighbours, and the recognition for something well done. Being content with the abundance we already have all around us and in us, is where happiness lives. It exposes best the heart of our community, don’t you agree?

If federal or provincial funding is offered, go for it in this spirit.

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Lock It or Lose It

Reminder from the OPP to secure your vehicle and place valuables out of sight The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is encouraging citizens to

"Lock It or Lose It". The Lock It or Lose It campaign is used to remind citizens that leaving your vehicle unlocked may increase your chances of becoming a victim of theft.

During the campaign, police officers and auxiliary officers may examine parked vehicles in public places such as shopping malls and/or public parking lots to confirm they are locked and that no valuables have been left in plain view. An officer will place a small notice on the vehicle that has been checked to point out if safety precautions were neglected and to offer simple crime-prevention tips for the driver to protect the vehicle against theft.

You can help prevent theft by following some crime prevention tips: Always roll up your vehicle's windows, lock the doors and pocket the key.

If you have a garage, use it and lock the door as well as your vehicle.

Always park your vehicle in a well-lit area.

Never leave valuable objects or packages in full view. Put them in the trunk.

Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.

Be sure to take precautions to protect your vehicle and vehicle contents from theft.

SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP! 59th Year! Kemptville District Hospital Auxiliary

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Giant Garage & Yard Sale - June 7-8, 2019 For 59 years, HEYDAY has been Kemptville's best event for

BARGAINS*BARGAINS*BARGAINS*BARGAINS *Linens*Books*Crafts* Dishes*Men's, Women's & Children's Clothing* *Jewellery*Hats*Shoes*What Have You *Plants & Flowers*Furniture* *Sporting Goods*Small Appliances*Toys*Baked Goods* *Ornaments*T reasures* Refreshments* Raffles*and much more!

North Grenville Curling Club 200 Reuben Crescent. Kemptville Hours: Friday June 7, 6:30pm-9:30pm Saturday June 8, 9:00am to 1:00pm 50/50 and Raffle Draws begin 1 :00pm Saturday

FREE ADMISSION

Donations Needed!

(Please: Resaleable Items Only - clean and in working order)

BRING ARTICLES TO North Grenville Curling Club, 200 Reuben Crescent, Kemptville on Wednesday June 5, 3pm-7pm or Thursday June 6, 9am to 8pm.

(Friday: Horticultural items between 9 and noon; Baked goods by 4pm) No other dropoffs on Friday.

WE CANNOT ACCEPT Box springs, mattresses, sofabeds • refrigerators, freezers, propane tanks • tires, car batteries • suitcases TV sets, console stereos • sports helmets • microwaves • computers, monitors • used venetian blinds strollers, playpens, carseats, highchairs, cribs • encyclopedias, texbooks, technical manuals

HELP NEEDED

Volunteers needed to sort items on Thursday June 6 and Friday June 7 Call Jolene (613-558-1761) to volunteer.

Proceeds to Kemptville District Hospital May 22, 2019

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Protect yourself from Tick Bites As weather gets warmer

lea rn how to prevent tick

bites and Lyme disease. The Government of Ontario is encouraging people across the province to take precautions when spending time outside to prevent tick bites and Lyme disease.

Lyme disease is a serious infection that comes from being bitten by an infected blacklegged tick. You can find an infected tick almost anywhere in Ontario, which is why the government is reminding Ontarians to protect themselves against tick bites ahead of this May long weekend.

"Now that warmer weather is finally here, more Ontarians will be enjoying time outside," said Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Long-Term Care. "But warmer weather also means ticks are out and active. We want to make sure the people of Ontario understand how to protect themselves and their loved ones from Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, so they can enjoy the outdoors safely."

You may be at risk of tick bites if you spend time in wooded areas or areas with tall grasses and bushes (including city gardens and parks). You can protect yourself by: Wearing light-coloured long-sleeved shirts, closedtoed shoes, and long pants tucked into your socks.

Using an insect repellent with "DEET" or "icaridin" in it, which is effective and can be used safely when applied as directed.

Checking yourself, your children, and your pets after being outdoors and removing any ticks promptly.

"Lyme disease is preventable," said Dr. David Williams, Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health.

"That is why we are encouraging Ontarians to learn how to be safe and prevent tick bites.

These simple precautions are the best defense for you and your family."

Ticks are small and hard to see. If you do find a tick, remove it carefully with finetipped tweezers, as crushing or damaging the tick could cause Lyme disease bacteria to pass from the tick into your bloodstream. Clean the area with soap and water once you have removed the tick.

Consult a healthcare professional as soon as possible if

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Eating and Cooking Together

you have any concerns after a tick bite. If caught early, most cases of Lyme disease can be treated successfully with antibiotics.

While the probability is low, it is possible to find an infected blacklegged tick almost anywhere in Ontario.

Lyme disease cases have been on the rise in the province.

Early symptoms may include fever, headache, muscle and joint pain, fatigue and an expanding rash.

If left untreated, Lyme disease can make you feel tired and weak, and if it worsens, it can harm your heart, nerves, liver and joints, and in very rare cases, cause death.

While ticks are most active in spring and summer, they can be found at any time of the year when the temperature is above freezing.

Submitted by Danielle Labonte, MAN, RD, Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Family Meals for Children and Youth Family meals provide an important opportunity to include children and youth. Children of all ages can help with grocery shopping, meal planning, preparation and clean up. A tip for a successful family meal is to get everyone involved; when children help plan, prepare and cook meals at home, they are more likely to build healthy eating habits and eat the foods they helped prepare. Help younger children learn about food safety by teaching the importance of hand washing, keeping workspaces clean, and washing fruit and vegetables before eating them. Teach children about food science by talking about the changes that happen to food when it is heated or cooled.

Having children pick a vegetable for a meal while at the grocery store is another way to include them in the meal planning.

For youth, ask them to plan a meal one or two nights a week. Encourage them to include a variety of foods from all food categories: protein foods, whole grains, and fruit and vegetables. Youth can also help with grocery shopping.

Family meals provide an opportunity for adults and caregivers to role model healthy choices, table manners, social skills and positive body image. Adults can role modelling politely refusing foods, and help children develop social skills by engaging in conversations. After the family meal is a great time for everyone to be active together. For example, the whole family could go for a walk around the neighbourhood or go to the park.

For more information, visit www.healthunit.org, connect with us on Facebook and Twitter or call 1-800-660-5853.

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