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Pirates, parrots and politicians

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by David Shanahan Now, this is just not fair! Two weeks ago, if you remember, we had a picture on the front cover of members of Council and Municipal staff (and their stand-ins) winning an award for rib eating. On that occasion, we righteously and with incredible selfsacrifice and discipline, decided not to make references to pork barrel politics, politicians feeding at the trough, etc., etc. Let me tell you: it was not easy.

But now, instead of being

rewarded for our generosity and forbearance, what do we find? A picture of the Mayor with, not one, but two parrots on his shoulder.

I don’t know about you, but whenever I see a man, bald and bearded, with a parrot on his shoulders, I think, instantly and inevitably: “Pirate!” The glasses are, of course, a poor substitute for an eye patch; but you can’t have everything (where would you put it?).

Once again, the temptation is placed squarely before us at the NG Times: do we take

advantage of this, dare I say, Heaven sent opportunity?

But, once again, we exercise patience and strive mightily to hold back the flood of fun which this image provides.

No, we are a responsible newspaper, a fair and friendly publication, and we will not cheapen ourselves, or David Gordon, by indulging ourselves in fun and mirth. Pirates, parrots and politicians - oh my!

But, please, dear politicians, stop leading us into temptation! Avoid being photographed with your mouths full of pork, with

parrots on your shoulder (or both shoulders!), inside a jail cell (even for charity), or in any other pose that would allow us to let our imaginations run riot! It ain’t fair.

For the sake of full disclosure, I should note that one of these parrots left David Gordon’s shoulder and perched instead on the top of the head of our trusty reporter on the scene. Screams ensued, we are told, but, alas, no photographs were taken. Isn’t North Grenville fun?!

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Zara steals the spotlight!

by Pat Babin Donna Tessier, who volunteers for the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind, was guest speaker at last week's meeting of the Youngsters of Yore at the Norenberg Building.

Donna, accompanied by her golden retriever Zara, has been blind since the age of eleven. Zara is her third guide dog and her most affectionate.

Ms. Tessier provided an extremely heartfelt overview of the training process for both animal and owner. Married to a blind lawyer who lost his vision at twenty-five due to diabetes, she remains very active--an excellent advocate for the Manotick guide dog training centre.

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Expanded service on Rideau Canal The federal Government has released details of an enhanced visitor service on the Rideau Canal, with extended operating hours “to support tourism, economic development and help Canadians connect with the incredible experiences along this heritage waterway”, according to a recent press release.

The new schedule began last Canada Day long weekend, and the Rideau Canal lock stations will operate from 9 am

to 7 pm, Fridays through Sundays and holidays, during the summer months.

Parks Canada calculate that, in total, 112 hours will be added to the navigation schedule over the entire boating season.

Gord Brown, M.P., issued a statement to say that the enhanced service “builds on other recent Government of Canada actions to enhance visitor experiences along Ontario’s heritage canals”.

These include a Visitor Experience Opportunities Concept project; a new

an invaluable heritage and economic asset to the province, and North Grenville has yet to take advantage of being located on a World Heritage site which receives almost one million visitors every year.

The Canal is expanding opportunities, not just in the traditional boating and camping economic development areas, but in the growing heritage tourism sector, which has enormous economic development potential for all the communities along the Rideau Canal corridor.

partnership between Parks Canada and the Ontario Waterpower Association to manage and develop the hydroelectric potential, encourage clean h y d r o e l e c t r i c e n e rg y and support the longterm sustainability of the Trent-Severn Waterway and Rideau Canal; and a similar arrangement between Parks Canada and the Boating Ontario Association to better understand our canal boaters in Ontario.

There is no question that the Rideau Canal is

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Adda-Go Equestrian in Oxford Mills held a Combined Test event on June 29, with events for a wide variety of riders, including Cadora and Equine Canada Entry level tests. Division 1 Training, Division 2 Pre-Training, Division 3 Entry, Division 4 Pre-Entry and Equine Canada Entry level and Novice level were catered to. There was also a range of choice for riders wishing to take on different challenges. The Special Request event allowed riders to choose any test they wished. Class 2, Table A, 3’0 Stadium and Class 3, TableA, 2’6” Stadium saw riders with clear rounds enter a jump-off, fastest time winning. The Hit and Hurry 2’6” Stadium allowed riders to jump as many fences as possible in 60 secs., and the Class 5, Chase me Charlie had the jumps increase in size every round. Competitors were eliminated if they took a rail or stop. A great day of fun and challenge for horses and riders.

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The Fool on the Hill

by David Shanahan Now that the provincial election is past, and the municipal election campaign has yet to kick off, it may be time to take a look at what’s happening to Canada on the federal scene. Change happens gradually in politics, but a glance at the changes that have taken place since Stephen Harper became Prime Minister is a little alarming.

Now before the majority of our neighbours who automatically vote Conservative in any given contest start to throw things, let me emphasise that I am not talking about the Conservative Party here. Nor am I talking about the Canadian Government. In fact, there doesn’t seem to be a Canadian Government anymore. No, whenever you read a press release by the federal government, or even a statement by your local M.P., there is no mention of the Government of Canada, or even “the Conservative Government”, in most cases. Instead, there is constant reference to

“the Stephen Harper Government”.

I d o n ’t t h i n k a n y previous national government in this country has ever been personalised in this way. From the beginning, Harper has taken control of things.

The Prime Minister ’s Office [PMO] is now famous for controlling the agenda, its members of Parliament, and public discourse. Those who point out issues unfavourable to the current regime find their funding cut, whether they be scientists, First Nations, or the CBC. This may be considered normal political manipulation of power, the exercise of prerogatives that all governments enjoy, but with Stephen Harper it goes much deeper.

When Parliament threatened his position of power, he closed it down in 2008 to avoid a vote of no confidence. He did it again in 2009 to avoid an inquiry into the treatment of detainees. Last year, he did the same during the inquiry into Senate expenses. In each case, parliamentary democracy took second place to

Harper’s desire to keep control of the political agenda. That, too, may be considered a prerogative of power. But other moves to control things add to the general feeling of unease.

Budget cuts to the CBC, the national broadcaster, have been massive. In the latest round, more than six hundred employees will be laid off; something that is bound to impact the ability of the corporation to adequately inform C a n a d i a n s o f w h a t ’s happening in the country and the world.

Harper’s attempts to appoint unqualified judges to the Supreme Court is also a cause for concern.

The Court needs the most highly qualified people to establish law in Canada, and this attempt to send a friendly and unqualified judge to the highest seat of law is a sign of either blatant political tampering with the Court, or incompetent administration. The fact that his own appointees to the Supreme Court (five of eight justices) have actually ruled against him in a number of instances may explain why he was so angry at the Chief Justice,

Beverly McLachlin, when she criticised his attempt to send an unqualified appointee to the Court.

T h e H a r p e r Government is now planning to pass a new citizenship act which will give him the authority to revoke the citizenship of people born in this country, a fundamental threat to all citizens who may be labeled as members of terrorist organisations somewhere else in the world. In other words, if a Canadian citizen with ties to another country, say Iraq, or Afghanistan, is falsely accused of being a member of a terrorist group, their citizenship can be revoked and they can be deported, even if they were born and raised here and have nowhere else to go. Fine, if the accused is really a bad guy; dangerous, if they are simply a political activist.

The CBC reported in January that: “In the past five years the federal government has dismissed more than 2,000 scientists, and hundreds of programs and world-renowned research facilities have lost their funding”. These

researchers are claiming that the cuts are in areas where Harper dislikes the results, such as climate change. Scientists working for the federal government have protested, asking for the federal government “to stop cuts to research programs, and relax rules that many government scientists said hampered them from telling the public about their research”.

The CBC reported on this story, and has since had its budget cut even more.

These are just a few examples of w h a t ’s h a p p e n i n g i n Canada. But look at the areas of concern here: media, courts, research, citizenship. Basic pillars of a democratic system are being systematically undermined by Stephen Harper. Not, I repeat, by the Conservative Party, or even Conservative M.P.’s.

It is, after all, the Stephen Harper Government. This is not the party of Joe Clark, Flora MacDonald, Bill Davis.

One last point of explanation: I have recently been criticised for using inappropriate titles to some articles, and

this one may be the worst yet. Harper is no Fool, I know that. But I am so annoyed that a person with his philosophy tries to win friends by playing and singing Beatles’ songs (most recently on his state trip to Israel).

Remember John Lennon meeting Pierre Trudeau?

Can you imagine (sorry) what he would say about Stephen Harper? Our PM needs careful watching: not least by his own party.

“Well you know that it’s a fool who plays it cool by making his world a little colder”. “And nobody seems to like him, they can tell what he wants to do. And he never shows his feelings. But the fool on the hill sees the sun going down, and the eyes in his head see the world spinning round.”

Grenville is concerned.

Councilor Tobin pointed out, in this week's Times, all that the Municipality of North Grenville is doing to support parks and recreation i n t h e M u n i c i p a l i t y.

Councillor Tobin's byline is true, but incomplete from my perspective. One third of the population of North Grenville is of the age range where lawn bowling may be an attractive summertime activity has been ignored. It is a social sport, easy to do

physically, inexpensive but is challenging at the same time. The lawn bowling clubs in Almonte and Goulbourn were rejuvenated with support from their municipal governments. The Kemptville Lawn Bowling Club had offered to vacate the present location next to the entrance of Riverside Park if the lawn bowling club could relocate next to tennis club. The lawn bowling club would share its facilities with the tennis

club, as well as other groups using the park, and make available public wash rooms to Riverside Park users. This ambitious goal would have taken considerable effort and fundraising on the part of the organizing committee.

In fact, the LA Group was willing to be a major sponsor of a relocated lawn bowling club. Nevertheless, the Municipality turned down this proposal in favour of the conceptual plan for a revitalized Riverside Park. The conceptual plan approved by Council favours a $60,000 pavilion to be built where the lawn bowling club used to sit in the Park and porta-potties set down on a cement slab.

Presumably, this pavilion would be built with tax payers money. This structure has no defined user other than perhaps the Farmers

Market (see conceptual revitalization study report 2013). The Farmers Market has left Riverside Park for the B&H parking lot.

I will move onto something else that dismays me. This is the Kemptville College Task Force. The article that appears in this week's North Grenville Ti m e s s t a t e s t h a t n o expenses are to be borne by the taxpayers of North Grenville. How can the Provincial Government take the Municipality seriously about wanting to save the College when the Municipality isn't willing to share the financial burden?

If the residents of North Grenville want the College saved, should there not be an expression of financial commitment. Personally speaking, municipal money designated for

Riverside Park might be better spent on saving the College. The College is a Provincial Government responsibility and even after it would be closed, is it not the responsibility of the provincial government to maintain the existing infrastructure, sell the campus or tear the buildings down?

When it comes to saving the College, it seems to me that the only person who seems to make any practical sense is Woody Armour. The preservation of Kemptville College as an important economic component of Eastern Ontario will require local initiatives, such as those presented by Mr. Armour, and financial support from the community.

Respectfully yours, John Brauneisen

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Speed-related road deaths up more than double from last year Highway deaths with speed as a causal factor have doubled in 2014 compared to the same period last year, according to recent data released by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). The OPP is calling on all drivers, boaters and off-road vehicle (ORV) enthusiasts to work together to make this summer a safe one.

According to the data, speed-related deaths are currently in the lead when compared to collision fatalities in which distracted or impaired driving were causal factors.

Of the 113 people who have been killed on OPP-patrolled roads so far this year (as of June 15, 2014), speed was a factor in 33 of those deaths. Distracted driving is in second place at 24 fatalities, and impaired driving related deaths are at 12.

“Last year, speed was a factor in more than 11,000 collisions we investigated, so there is no question that speed threatens the safety of all road users. As people make travel plans over the vacation period, drivers need to remember that speeding, following too closely, making unsafe lane changes, road rage and failing to yield right-of-way are all aggressive driving behaviours that injure and kill people of all ages every year,” said Deputy Commissioner Brad Blair, Provincial Commander of Traffic Safety and Operational Support.

“In 2013 our officers laid nearly 300,000 speeding charges across the province.

Almost 3,000 of those charges involved the motorist driving 50 km/h or more over the posted speed – one of the most aggressive, reckless and dangerous driving behaviours on our roads. The motoring public has the right to be safe and it is an unacceptable injustice to all safe drivers and innocent passengers when aggressive drivers display this type of behaviour and endanger everyone,” said Chief Superintendent Don Bell, Commander, OPP Highway Safety Division.

Every driver is in control of their behaviour and the OPP acknowledges that the majority of people who operate a vehicle, boat or off-road vehicle take this responsibility seriously. Because of the irresponsible few who do not, the OPP is counting on members of the public to take charge of the situation when they are with someone who is driving unsafely and placing themselves and other people at risk of death or serious injury. Never feel guilty about asking them to stop, encourage them to drive safely and remind them that the safety of other people is at stake. This is one more way to raise awareness and influence positive driving behaviour among motorists, boaters and off-roaders.

And, if you suspect that someone is operating a motor vehicle, boat or ORV while impaired, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you are playing a very important role in helping the OPP save lives. By working together, the OPP and the public can ensure that everyone has a safe, enjoyable summer season.

Ontario discusses new Pension Plan Now that the Liberals have returned to Queen’s Park with a majority government, the Premier has announced that one of the main items in the budget she presented before the election is to go ahead as a priority of her government.

The Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (ORPP) is being put forward, in part, to deal with the federal Conservative government’s decision not to enhance Canada Pension Plan benefits.

Fewer than 35 per cent of workers in Ontario have a workplace-based pension plan. Coverage for workers in the private sector is even lower, with only 28 per cent having the benefit of plan membership. The ORPP would expand pension coverage at first to the more than three million workers in the province who have no pension plan right now. The cost to an employed individual earning an annual salary

New Building Canada Plan The Canadian Government has announced details of the $53 billion New Building Canada Plan, what the government has described as “the largest long-term federal infrastructure plan in our nation’s history”. Local M.P., Gord Brown, issued a statement commenting on the scheme: “Stable funding for infrastructure is crucial for community planning, development and sustainability. The Government of Canada’s historic investment in infrastructure through the $53-billion New Building Canada Plan allows our municipalities, provinces and territories to rely on long-term funding that will support their plans for infrastructure projects over the years to come,” he said.

Elements of this Plan may be available to municipalities such as North Grenville to help with increasing infrastructure costs. The New Building Canada Fund is open and Infrastructure Canada is July 2, 2014

accepting applications.

Details are available at www.infrastructure.gc.ca.

The plan is designed to provide stable, predictable funding for projects that enhance economic growth, job creation and productivity. It includes a wider range of eligible categories, so that Canadian provinces, territories and municipalities can have the flexibility to meet their unique infrastructure needs.

The on-going annual $2 billion federal Gas Tax Fund helps municipalities build and revitalize their local public infrastructure, and the new Plan will augment this funding. “We are ensuring a seamless transition from our previous programs to our new Plan as funding continues to flow unremittingly.

Approximately $5 billion will flow every year, including this year, to support projects across Canada over the next 10 years,” Gord explained.

The New Building Canada Plan provides

stable funding for a 10-year period, and includes several components. These include the Community Improvement Fund, consisting of the Gas Ta x F u n d a n d t h e incremental Goods and Services Tax Rebate for Municipalities, which will provide over $32 billion to municipalities for projects such as roads, public transit and recreational facilities, and other community infrastructure, and the $10 billion ProvincialTerritorial Infrastructure Component for projects of national, regional and local significance. Of this amount, $1 billion is for projects in communities with fewer than 100,000 residents through the Small Communities Fund. An additional $1.25 billion in funding for the Public-Private Partnerships (P3) Canada Fund administered by PPP Canada is also part of the new plan.

of $45,000 would be $788, to be deducted from pay in the same way CPP contributions are administered.

Premier Wynne has appointed Mitzie Hunter as Associate Minister of Finance Responsible for the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan, indicating the importance of the initiative to her administration.

The ORPP would be mandatory, other than for self-employed people or those who are already enrolled in a workplace pension plan. Premier Wynne pointed out that the maximum CPP benefit is just under $12,500 a year, although, on average, CPP benefits actually received by recipients is only about $6,800.

The proposed pension plan has not received ringing endorsements from

political opponents. Both federal and provincial Conservatives condemn it as another new tax which will place an even greater burden on employers.

The NDP believe it is the wrong way to deal with a looming deficit in the CPP kitty. But, as an important element in her economic strategy, as well as in her election platform, the Premier is expected to press ahead and further details on the ORPP and how it will be implemented can be expected from her new minister.

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Jobs on the Autism Spectrum What motivates young people to complete high school? Is it the promise of a more adult life, a rewarding job, access to higher education, a sense of accomplishment? Surely, it is a stepping stone to a new and improved life, one which involves more independence and financial gain.

Now imagine you have graduated high school, but you are diagnosed with Aspergers, or some other autism spectrum disorder.

You no longer have school, no homework, nowhere to go every day, but no work either. What if you applied to a series of jobs, but you were perceived as unable to work due to your social deficits, despite your sharp mind and strong, healthy body? Every year, young adults on the spectrum graduate with the same hopes and dreams as everyone else. They are members of our community looking for a way to transition to adulthood and

contribute to society.

Here are some of the challenges faced by adults on the spectrum. They may be very intelligent, but their lack of social skills reduces their ability to bond with colleagues. Their inability to read social cues means they don't know when the person they are speaking with is bored, or when they have said something rude.

Their preference for routine and repetition can limit their ability to take on new tasks. Sensitivity to sights, sounds or smells can make certain work environments intolerable.

Efforts to create awareness and understanding through selfdisclosure can backfire and lead to discrimination. The alternative, to not disclose, may lead to termination as employers become frustrated. Suzanne Ford, the Director of Services at Y's Owl Mclure Cooperative Centre says that one in 68 children born is now identified as being on

the autism spectrum, and that means there are a lot of people growing up who will be intelligent, get a good education, but will no doubt find difficulties getting into the workforce.

For parents of adults on the spectrum, there is the very real fear that their child will never grow up to be independent. They imagine being responsible for their child into old age.

They must walk a fine line between advocating for their child without nagging, lest they get into a daily battle and oppositional relationship.

“Launching Adult Children” is a guide for parents. It shows them how to teach self-reliance to their adult offspring on the spectrum (www. myoutofcontrolteen.com).

Algonquin College is running a transition program for ASD students.

Registration is required one week beforehand. As a precursor to employment, “My Job Chart” is a fun

tool to motivate teens and adults on the spectrum.

This tool also introduces young adults to money management. Requesting a letter of recommendation from the Special Education Resource Teacher at your h ig h s c h o o l c a n a l s o increase the likelihood of getting a job, as it outlines individual strengths and personality.

Community Living North Grenville is a great resource for families looking for individualized support. They can work with you to assess your needs and link your loved one to the proper programs and services unitylivingnorthgrenville. ca).

The Ontario Disability Support Program focuses on helping individuals with financial needs to increase independence and self-sufficiency (www. mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/ programs/social/odsp/).

ODSP can refer you to CSE Consulting. They

help adults on the spectrum identify appropriate employment opportunities.

You can also contact Northern Lights Canada, they help individuals find meaningful work. They have an office in Ottawa.

Their motto is "Real Work, Real People, Real Results" (northernlightscanada.ca).

If you are an employer, keep an open mind. If someone with a diagnosis applies for a job, have a frank discussion about what the position entails.

Then, you can both make an educated decision.

Remember, teens and adults on the spectrum also have strengths. If you'd like to be proactive, contact our local Community Living (613 258-7177) or CSE Consulting (613 258-6576) offices for more information or referrals.

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Farm Safety Day events projects The Canadian Agriculture Safety Association (CASA) is pleased to announce that over 15,000 children and participants are expected to take part in this year’s Progressive Agriculture Safety Day® events across Canada. This is the largest number of participants since the introduction of Safety Day events in Canada in 2002.

T h e F o u n d a t i o n ’s mission is to provide education and training to make farm, ranch and rural life safer and healthier for children and their communities. Marcel Hacault is the Executive Director of CASA. “In 2014, Safety Day events are being held in nine of the ten provinces.

Volunteer coordinators, h o s t committees and day-of volunteers are essential to the growth and success of this worthwhile educational program. This year, over 2,500 volunteers

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are expected to participate in Safety Day events.

Volunteer coordinators are incredible individuals who understand that prevention is the key to ensuring a safe and healthy life for rural children,” he says.

Susan Reynolds is the Executive Director of Programs at the Progressive Agriculture Foundation. “The Progressive Agriculture F o u n d a t i o n ( PA F ) i s pleased to partner with CASA to provide Safety Days throughout Canada.

Since PAF and CASA began working together in 2002, more than 98,0000 children and volunteers have participate in Canadian Progressive Agriculture Safety Days.

By the end of 2014, that number will climb to well over 100,000. This would not have been possible without the partnership between CASA and PAF.” According to Canadian Agricultural Injury

Reporting data, between 1990 and 2008, 248 Canadian children died as a result of an agricultural incident. Machineryrelated incidents account for the majority of fatal injuries sustained by children on the farm.

Other significant causes of fatalities include drowning, being struck by objects, falling from a height and animal-related incidents.

S a f e t y D a y programming provides training and resources for communities to conduct one-day farm safety and health programs aimed at rural children. Safety Day topics are chosen by the host communities and encompass many different subjects like ATV, farm equipment, wildlife, chemical, bicycle, grain and roadway safety.

Communities that would like to host a

Progressive Agriculture Safety Day® in 2015 can apply online at www.casaacsa.ca and click on Safety Days. The deadline to apply is July 15, 2014.

Safety Day coordinator training is available in both official languages.

For a list of 2014 Safety Day events in Canada visit www.casa-acsa.ca.

P r o g r e s s i v e Agriculture Safety Day® is a program of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation. The Foundations mission is to provide education and training to make farm, ranch and rural life safer and healthier for children and their communities.

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Donation to Community Living by the Lions Club

Front Row: John Carkner, Bob Lecuyer, Sandra Harrison, Mavis Lecuyer, David Goode and Executive Director Sandra McNamara.

Back Row: Shane Labonte, Matthew Burley, Bruce Paterson, Scotty Alger, Brenda Seely, Rose Riddell and Nathan Lemire.

Grand Opening of the Kemptville Crafters Market

Stephen and Daryl Kennedy, Mayor David Gordon, with Paula and Doug Morency The Kemptville Crafters’ Market officially opened Sunday, June 29 below the old Giant Tiger Store. Owner Paula Morency welcomed everyone and extended her thanks to the more than thirty venders, as well as friends and business partners, for helping her make the new venture happen. Mayor David Gordon was on hand to cut the ribbon and welcome the new local business. Refreshments were served and Feather Haven Parrot Rescue provided information and entertainment.

All crafts are hand-made and new venders are welcome. Store hours are: Monday to Wednesday, 9 am-6 pm; Thursday and Friday, 12 pm-9 pm; Saturday, 9 am-6 pm; and Sunday, 12 am-6 pm. Paula can be reached at 258-2542.

Paws4Fun Agility Open House

Noon to 4 pm Sunday, July 6 2840 Taylor Road Agility Fun Match for Starters and Advanced levels, and a Canine Good Neighbour Evaluation.

Proceeds will be donated to Big Sky Ranch. The Lions Club will be hosting a BBQ to raise funds for their projects and there will also be pet-related vendors/ displays.

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This scenario usually can be avoided with a pre-vacation inspection performed by a qualified automotive technician. This “physical” for your automobile should address the following systems: • Cooling • Braking • Emission control • Steering/suspension • Fuel • Electrical and ignition

Tow truck operators in resort areas or along highways see all too many travellers forced to return home ahead of schedule. Car trouble, usually due to neglected preventive maintenance, brings an abrupt end to vacation plans. The situation usually means more than just a repair bill. It can involve towing charges, lodging and possibly a rental car. Add to that the cost of extra phone calls, meals and general inconvenience, and the ordeal becomes expensive.

In addition, the tech should evaluate engine performance, tires/ wheels, A.C./heater/defroster, instruments/gauges, windshield wipers, horns/lights/mirrors, seat belts and the car's body, inside and out.

Not only can a pre-trip inspection help reduce chances of costly and possibly dangerous road trouble, it also provides an opportunity to have repairs made at home, with one's own technician who knows the vehicle –someone you trust. Especially important, it provides peace of mind. While no inspection can guarantee a car's performance, it's comforting to know proper precautions were taken.

Check out some of our local car care professionals in these pages, and be ready for those summer road trips.

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Alarming Generation Gap identified when it comes to vehicle maintenance (Car Care Canada)

What happens when your kids grow out of the backseat and into the driver's seat? Who's looking after their vehicles?

Results from consumer research recently conducted clearly shows today’s youth are neglecting their vehicles. This poses a safety threat to themselves, as well as others on the road. We are facing a generation gap when it comes to vehicle maintenance. Today’s driving youth (18 to 24 years) don’t know what their cars need and are not taking care of their vehicles. Youth are less likely to change their oil every 5,000 km than more experienced drivers. Many young people (22%) had no idea when to change it at all or wait until the oil light comes on. Only 45% of youth bring their vehicle in for maintenance at least once a year versus 76% of people over 50. 22% never bring it in or only when it breaks down and 34% wait for a warning light or a strange noise. 10% of young drivers reported that they never put air in their tires and an additional 9% admitted they do not know how to determine the correct tire pressure.

These results identify an urgent need to educate today’s young drivers about the need for regular vehicle maintenance. “Automotive preventive maintenance and repair knowledge is like algebra”, explains Kelly Williams, spokesperson for Car Care Canada. “We're not born knowing it, it has to be learned. It is important that we teach young drivers the basics about their cars before they get the keys.” If you don't know much about automotive maintenance and repair, do yourself a favour and learn it along with your kids. Here are a few tips: • Explain that all cars, new and old, need regular attention. Make sure your teenager knows and follows the maintenance schedule for his/her car. In addition to making a car safe to drive, preventive maintenance can save thousands of dollars during a lifetime of driving.

• Don't overlook the owner's manual. This is full of information about the car that your young driver may never know unless he/she is familiar with this automotive bible.

• Make it fun. There are myriad sites on the Internet that are fascinating for young and old drivers, alike. Some have Q & A sections. Let your teen send his/her tough questions to the professionals. CarCareCanada.ca has a lot of consumer friendly information to get them started.

• It's probably been a while since they went on a field trip. Take them with you to the repair facility, the tire store, the body shop and wherever you have automotive work performed. Get them accustomed to the automotive world--its people, places, jargon and prices.

• There are hundreds of books available on this subject. Many are written specifically for non-technical audiences; some are even humorous. Buy a few and make them required reading for the licensing process.

• Make a plan. What happens if the car breaks down, he/she has a wreck, or the car gets stolen? Give them some instruction and put important phone numbers in the glove compartment. For many parents, driving age is the final frontier. Certainly it is an important rite of passage for teenagers. Don't let your child pass into this stage of his/her life without being prepared. Take the time and the necessary materials to make your young driver feel competent and secure.

For more information about vehicle maintenance visit www. carcarecanada.ca.

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Thanks to a partnership between the Government of Canada and the National Trails Coalition, $10 million will be available between 2014 and 2016 to help expand and rehabilitate Canada’s snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle and non-motorized trail system. Under the new National Recreational Trails Program, local trail organizations across Canada are invited to submit project proposals directly to the National Trails Coalition over the next 45 days. The Coalition is responsible for selecting and approving projects.

The Plan is designed to expand and improve snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, off-road motorcycle and non-motorized recreational trails across the country through an agreement between the Government of Canada and the National Trails Coalition.

This funding will help build and renew multi-purpose trails for walking, running, cross-country skiing, biking, all-terrain vehicle use and snowmobiling.

Local trail organizations across Canada can now submit project proposals directly to the National Trails Coalition. Between 150 and 200 projects are expected to be supported across Canada. North Grenville has had a trails project in process since Kemptville’s 150th anniversary year in 2007, and it is hoped that this new government initiative may help provide funding to accelerate the consolidation of the trails in this area. Organizations can access information, applications and guidelines for project proposal submissions at: www.ntc-canada.ca ACROSS 1. Broke 5. Does something 9. Where the sun rises 13. Savvy about 14. Type of wheat 16. No charge 17. Layer 18. Pueblo brick 19. Charges 20. Brass musical instruments 22. Not northwest 24. Dines 26. Primp 27. Create 30. Pertaining to a bride 33. Self-reliance 35. Inflexible 37. Weep 38. Noxious plants

Tick Talk in the Woods!

Join us for the 3rd annual naturopathic herb walk in the Ferguson Forest Centre.

Dr. Shawn Yakimovich, ND will talk about natural methods to protect yourself against ticks, which can carry Lyme disease. The walk will also include a discussion of medicinal plants that grow in the Ferguson Forest Centre.

Saturday, July 5 at 10 am. Rain or shine.

Free for all participants.

Meet in the main parking lot for the Ferguson Forest Centre (next to the North Grenville Municipal Centre). The walk will take about 2 hours.

For more information, call 613-8971000.

Jointly presented by the Kemptville Naturopathic Clinic, Sustainable North Grenville, and Friends of the Ferguson Forest Centre.

Dr. Shawn Yakimovich, BSc, ND, graduated from McGill University with a BSc in Human Nutrition, and from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine as a naturopathic doctor (ND). In his practice, Shawn uses all of the naturopathic treatment tools, including nutrition, lifestyle counselling, herbal medicine, homeopathic medicine, acupuncture and hydrotherapy. See www.kemptvillenaturopathic.com for more information.

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Women Who Won: Survivor Stories Contact info If you have been diagnosed, you are not alone. There are two local support groups: The Kemptville Cancer Support Group-Ellen Miller at 613-258-7778 The Prostate Cancer Support Group of KemptvilleTed Ceelan at 613-9892824.

There is the Maplesoft Centre-www.survivorship. ottawacancer.ca

These books are also useful: The Silver Lining: A Supportive and Insightful Guide to Breast Cancer by Hollye Jacobs Foods That Fight Cancer by Richard Beliveau Love, Medicine and Miracles by Dr. Bernie Siegel Radical Remission: Surviving Cancer Against All Odds

by Kelly A. Turner

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CLASSIFIEDS

First 15 words are FREE for North Grenville Residents.

Extra Words: 50 cents a word SERVICES

Hearts. Visit by appointment or chance www.HannaMacSpinning lessons, 2 & 3 Sun. Naughtan.ca (613) 258-7297 each month, on spindle or wheel, free spindel and wool.

I Can Sew It: Rhonda Cybul613 269 4238 skie-613-258-5248 Rhonda@ ICanSewIt.ca Braided mat lessons, 2nd & 3rd Sunday, each month at “Beginning Again School” . 613 269 4238

CINDERELLA Come home and all of the housework is done!

Includes laundry, ironing, linens changed, closet and basement organization, some gardening, grocery shopping, meal preparation! Experience with Alzheimers and Dimentia. Best rates in town, flexible schedule. Just tell CINDERELLA what you need.

613 859 4644 Qualified English tutor reading,writing, grammar, etc.. I make it fun 613 269 2367 Are you looking for Avon Products. Call Joan at 2587644.

Al’s Cleanup Services Dump runs, Grass, Landscaping Al Scott R R #1 Oxford Station(613) 258-3847 House Cleaning - Kemptville area.

For quote call 613-294-0385 or dhlacombe@gmail.com Property Clean up, yards, garages, basements, loads to dump,anything removed. 613258-7955 Sienna Fine Arts Art Classes and Supplies www.siennafinearts. com 613-878-9706 Commercial/Residential cleaning- Kemptville area. For quote email Mrandmrsclean613@gmail. com or call 613-867-2184

Faced with a drinking Nutritional Counselling to problem? Perhaps Alcoholcustomize a wellness plan ics Anonymous can help. for all your health concerns. Contact 613-316-6329 or onw h o l e su m a p p r o ac h.co m line: District 48 aa 613-258-7133 FOR RENT House Cleaning-Every working Mother and Father needs a House Wife. Sandi 613-219- Available July 15, Kemptville area near Walmart, in coun7277 try setting 3 bedr. house L/r, HANDYMAN, no job too big or d/r, large eat in kitchen intoo small. I can do it all.Free cludes four appliances, non estimates and references smoking $1,250 per month available. Paul 613-791-8597 plus utilities 613 258 3166 Pine Ridge Cabinet: Personal planning @ designs custom kitchens. built-ins units Cabinet doors w. w. w. pine ridge cabinet613 258 7851

Old Town Kemptville, 10 Prescott St, commercial retail space. 893 sq.ft., available immediately. 613-295-0552

DRUM LESSONS - Professional drummer/teacher accepting students. All levels welcome!

Bryan Valeriani 613 298 5913 www.drumhead.ca

George St W. 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Fridge/Stove/ Washer/Dryer available July 15th. 613 258 4588

Helen’s Sewing Room All kinds of sewing 613 258 5584

August 1st - Above Moose Mart - 3 bdrm, 5 appliances, carport & large deck - $1350 incl. hydro. 613-258-3709.

Rock My House Music Centre offers lessons in Piano, Violin, For Rent: 3 bedroom, wperGuitar, Drums, Bass and Vocals. ate kit/kiv/sin/fam on main 613 258 5656 floor. Gas heat, nice yard, oarking for two cars, walkKemptville - Shop AVON at home ing distance to amenities, no Personal service and 100% guar- pets. $1190.00 per month + antee. Anne Hunt 613-258-3806 utilities Gary Durie, 613-720baashunt@sympatico.ca 5004

One Bedroom Apt, 2nd Floor in house, Furnished, 658 Sq Ft plus large Balcony. 1 - 4 Pc Bath, Kitchen, Living / Dining Room, Frig, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Central Air, Non-Smoker please.

Quiet Country Location with Parking, 10 Minutes to Kemptville. $950 Utilities Incl. Call 613-240-5622 or email lyndasharpe@xplornet.ca .

FOR SALE House for sale - 317 Joseph St 3 BDR Must see gardens! $299000 613 258-5151 Immaculate 1994 26' Mallard Bunkie Travel Trailer $3,850 2581530 Window air conditioner h12” wd16” dp15”, 6000 BTU, remote; used 3 mths, cost $189, sell $95. Call 613-215-0816.

Dog crate (large metal) - $40; 3 large dog beds (used) - $15 ea; Very large dog house, custom built - $300. 258-5558, gilliantrojan@ gmail.com.

Weepeggy spinning wheel, sits in corner. Indian headspinner fits large skein yarn. 258-4962 Full size Connelly Pool table with accessories. Excellent condition, $1800; buyer must move. Call 613-258-7049.

Firewood, cut, split and delivered $100/cord. Call Peter at 258-5504 Hayward Sand Filter for Pool.

Veri-Flo XL Valve. Model # 180T. Like new 258-3213 FIREARMS AND HUNTER SAFETY COURSES Beginning Sept. 2nd Evenings, in Kemptville.

Minimum age 12.

Pre-registration required, limited seating.

Tony Gundy Home:258-7816 Cell: 355-2607, Office 258-1876

WANTED Retired senior needs old car batteries - making canon balls (weights used for deep sea fishing). 258-6254 Wanted - Card table, contact 258 6039

Wanted - Small student desk, preferably oak, in a respectable Bowen Therapy. Restore your Kemptville, 2 bdrm, 10 condition (or new preferred). health. Pain, Respiratory, Diges- Prescott St; $900 + utilities. 258-4519 tive & more. 613-799-3315. www. Hardwood Floors; gas heat; BowenKemptville.ca a/c; no smoking or pets; The North avail. immediately 613-295- Grenville Times is Locally One Tear Studio, Paintings/ 0552 Owned and Operated Soapstone Sculptures/Butterfly July 2, 2014 13

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Jul 5

3D Printer Demonstration. D rop in to North Grenville Library, 1 W ater Street, any time between 11 am and 4 pm. W e will be handing out 3D printed bookmarks and Minecraft characters while they last!

July 7-11

Art & N ature A ctivity W eek, ages 7-13. Information 258-7133 or facebook.com/carol.pillar.5?fref=ts

July 13

UKE Jam session from 3:00pm at The Branch Restaurant. Bring your family and friends. Remember the Branch serves the fantastic "Rubber Boot Brunch"

Jul 19

M usic in the Garden, 10 am to 4 pm. Advance tickets $20, on site $25.

from 2 pm.

Friends of the North Grenville Public Library: Tour of five gardens, music on site.

July 20

Chicken BBQ with all the fixin’s, live band, and silent auction at Kemptville Snowmobile Clubhouse, 2:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and friends. For tickets call 613-258-3648 or 613-258-1792.

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The North Grenville Photography Club - Meeting first W ednesday of every month at the Auditorium at the Municipal Centre on Hwy 44. For more info see ngphotoclub.ca.

Bingo- First and third W ednesday of the month, Kemptville Legion. Games start at 1 pm. All welcome. Refreshments available.

Klub 67 Euchre closed for the summer season....will resume euchre on W ednesday, September 10.

The Branch Artisans Guild, North Grenville Community Church,, 2659

Concession Street every 3 rd Tuesday, 7 pm. New members welcomed!

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Bridge - St. John’s United Church, 6:45 pm. Cost $5, partner preferred but not necessary. For more info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691.

North Grenville Toastmasters - M eeting 1 st & 3 rd Thurs. of the month, 7 pm

at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 258-7665.

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BNI Netw orking Group Breakfast- Alumni Building, University of Guelph, 7-8:30am. Call 613-258-0553 for more information.

Bridge- St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $3, partner preferred but not necessary. Info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691.

M others of Preschoolers Support Group-St.John’s United Church, 6:30-8 pm.

W hether you’re a townie, rural, stay-at-home, working, teen, adoptive, specialneeds, single or married, MOPS is for you! For more information, call Angie Brown at 613-223-3979.

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Kemptville Cruise Night, H wy 43 Car Club, May 2 to Sept. 26 at Food Basics – 6 - 9 pm. Rod Rafter, 613-258-7567 or www.Hwy43CarClub.com for more information.

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Kemptville Legion Breakfast the third Saturday of the month. Adults $5.00, Children under 12 $3.00. All welcome.

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Kemptville Kinsman Farmers' M arket, 200 Sanders St. (the B&H parking lot) 12-4pm, rain or shine. Come and meet your local producers and checkout our FREE Kid Zone".

Free co-ed Ultimate Frisbee, 10:30-noon at Riverside Park. All skill levels welcome, 16+.

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Kemptville and Area W alking Group, Municipal Centre - Early birds: 8 am, others 8:30 am. Contact: Eva 258-4487.

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Get your car road-trip ready You've got your tunes, you've packed snacks and you've programmed the GPS. You might be road-trip ready, but after battling the winter weather, is your vehicle?

During the warmer months, we tend to spend more time in our cars.

According to Statistics Canada, drivers average 86.7 billion kilometres between July and September, the busiest quarter of the year. So it's not difficult to see that getting your car ready for these summer conditions is crucial for accident prevention and optimal fuel economy.

“Most of us take steps to prepare our cars for winter, but doing the same for summer driving is just as critical,” said Mauro Convertini, an insurance expert from Aviva Canada. “Before embarking on a road-trip, drivers should take a few moments to make sure their car is ready to roam the summer streets.”

Mauro recommends the following: • Check your tires: Use all-season tires and maintain your tire pressure, as both will improve your vehicle's fuel economy in warmer weather.

• Get rain ready: Replace your windshield wipers, which may be cracked or torn from ice, snow, salt and extreme temperatures.

• Check air conditioning: There's nothing worse than losing your air conditioning on a hot sunny day. You could have an issue if it can't produce or preserve temperatures that are 10 degrees Celsius below the outside air.

• Cool your car: Sitting in traffic on a hot day is tough on your car's cooling system. Ask your mechanic to check your coolant levels at the start of the season.

• Fight salt damage: Replacing a salt-clogged air filter gets you more kilometres per litre.

With these tips in mind, you will be ready for your next road adventure.

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Marketing

by Woody Armour I will define marketing as a process by which a business, or the College, identifies a target audience, then attempts to exploit that discovery. For example, in the past, both the college and the current task force has ignored the farm market community and thus a significant group of potential students and a significant source of other revenue. Another aspect of marketing is to generate goodwill in the expectation of generating further business.

A simple way to do this is to offer a part-time summer course to potential market growers. The tuition would be a dollar amount, for example $200 for tuition, and the “land fee” would be $200.

The students would have class room time and a piece of college land to work for the duration of the course. This course would generate cash flow for the college during the school’s “off” period, the summer months. During the summer, the students would be required to sell some of the product they grow at the

auction if it passed grading standards, the same as any other producer. Then, at the end of the course, the students would be expected to take some of their product to a Saturday farmers market and sell 80% of what they brought in to get their diploma. This would mimic an everyday situation any market grower would face. It would be intimidating the first time, but that competition is reality.

The students would now have experienced selling in a wholesale market and a retail market for their products they grow. And, what they earn, they keep. This would be an example of earning goodwill via the alumnae, revenue from the course fees and, a small amount from the auction commissions.

Furthermore the students would be from many age groups, as some people retire early and look for a second career.

For a longer term course, topics such as hoop houses, green houses and tunnels would be added. One would also have the students become familiar with wholesaling and

commodity exchanges, and also export markets and the government support programs for these markets. This would be in addition to learning grafting of various types and the usual knowledge of soil types and composting.

A very important part of this program would be having the students become familiar with smaller, more suitable European type equipment, as you do not need 100 h.p. tractors, combines and huge seeding equipment.

So, if the college just added the students from the market garden segment to the students they had before, along with the revenue they generate, the college would survive and there would be no need to farm the college out to some third party. I have only briefly touched on what is possible; please, think outside the box.

Now here is the most interesting part. If you assemble all of these pieces I have spoken about, the cheese manufacturing, the food processing, the wholesale food auction, the market garden students

and the farm market, in one spot, you have a “food hub”, which is the holy grail of the local food movement and a solution to some high food prices and to food shortages at food banks. Municipalities in Eastern Ontario have tried to create a food hub and failed, usually because some part of the equation was missing and unattainable.

This college proposal I have assembled could be one of the most successful food hubs in Canada. Don’t let the task force screw it up by farming out the college. What I would ask people to do is to compare my proposals to the proposal the task force will release on July 16. Then, send comments to the editor of this newspaper. This is a community newspaper and this college and its survival is important to the community.

One last comment. I seldom mention the equine crowd; I have not forgotten your part in the success of the college. I just assume you are there. Your contribution is essential to the college and to me. I need the recycled oats and hay you produce.

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Lions make donation to Distric Home Support Inc

A cheque for $1200 was given to Kemptville and District Home Support Inc by members of the Kemptville and District Lions Club. The hard working members have been loyal supporters of the programs offered at KDHSI. Their generosity and efforts are well appreciated. In the photo above are: Left to right: Helen Phillips (Board Of Directors Secretary); Ed Chjkowski (Lions club); Carolyn Hardie (Lions Club); Bill White (Lions Club & Board Of Directors); Susan Smith (Executive Director); and Bill Forbes (Director).

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Geronimo Coffee to wake the dead!

We pride ourselves on the BEST cup of coffee in town and offer a variety of healthy fresh sandwiches, hearty chili, savory soups, and tasty treats, all made daily in house by owner Heather Childs. Look what our customers have to say: “Hands down the best coffee in town. Fine art adorns the exposed brick walls, and with speciality coffees, delicious baked treats and tasty lunches, it’s no wonder they have a loyal clientele. Vintage style, yummy food and a coffee aroma that will lure you in from the street: Geronimo is a great place for a lunch meeting or to get a little work done outside the office. They offer free wifi, toys to entertain the kiddies and hold special events.”

146 Prescott Street, Kemptville. Open for breakfast and lunch Monday – Saturday. 613-2150401

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Women Who Won: Survivor Stories

by Anne Walsh Every day we are bombarded with messages about the risks of getting various types of cancer. We have come to fear "the C word". However, ask around and you are sure to find someone who was told they had a few months to live years ago, only to outlive their prognosis and, better yet, recover. This series is about local women who have been diagnosed with cancer. They are all alive and thriving, and we have been bringing you their stories over the past weeks.

Evelyn McNeill found a lump on her gums. She thought it was a canker sore or an abscess. She went to the pharmacy to buy some over-the-counter medicine.

When the medicine didn't improve things, she went to see her dentist. Her lump had started on her left side and spread across her gums. The dentist sent her for a biopsy and she was able to get into the clinic in Orleans the very next day. The surgeon looked at her mouth and said he'd like to see her again for a biopsy. The receptionist knew Evelyn drove an hour for her appointment and urged the surgeon to perform the biopsy that same day. Two weeks later, the call came in. Evelyn asked for the results over the phone but they insisted she visit the office. She was told she had mouth cancer.

She was sent to Michael Odell at the Ottawa HospitalGeneral Campus. Her eldest sister went with her. She knew what questions to ask and Evelyn appreciated having "an extra pair of ears". She met Dr. Odell, the anesthesiologist, and the plastic surgeon. They explained what would happen and answered her questions.

Evelyn's initial question about her diagnosis was whether the cancer would spread through her body. She wasn't afraid of the surgery.

She trusted that the doctors knew what they were doing and that they would take the cancer out.

Evelyn's surgery was booked for November 7, 2011 (a day before her birthday).

The bump in her gums had feelers out into her jaw. They removed her bottom teeth, cut through her chin down the centre and kept cutting all the way to her ear and over her throat. They checked her lymph nodes. Thankfully, they were clear. They took bone, skin and nerves out of July 2 ,2014

her leg to rebuild her jaw. This left a 12" long scar along the side of her leg. It was very red, but the doctor said it would eventually go away.

She couldn't talk for a few days after her surgery. She had a note pad and a pen, so if she needed something, she could write it down. Initially, she was in intensive care, then she stayed in a hospital room for two weeks. While in hospital, she had a breathing tube through her nose. Her family were there for all throughout, a vital source of support. She couldn't eat so she received Resource through a feeding tube. Luckily, the government paid for this. She was on it for five months, then they removed the feeding tube from her stomach. She teases her grandchildren that she has two belly buttons because of the hole left from the feeding tube.

She had 33 radiation treatments in 2013, every day except weekends. Her cheek was always red after radiation, she'd have a sore throat and her tongue would get swollen and blistered. This only lasted a few days. Her daughter-inlaw, Line, came to stay with her when she was released from hospital. A health care nurse visited her to change the bandages on her leg and check that it was healing properly.

Line drove Evelyn to her physiotherapy appointments as well. She had to go for a check-up every three months for the first two years. Now she goes every four months.

Her surgeon had warned her that she would never regain the feeling in her chin as they had cut her tendons.

Evelyn was attending the Kemptville Cancer Support Group meeting when she was introduced to the speaker of the month. Lise Couture has been performing ear acupuncture for many years. Evelyn had developed arthritis in her index finger. She decided to try acupuncture. The acupuncturist was intrigued by her surgery. She told Evelyn she could help her get some feeling in her chin. She went for appointments in January, February and March. One day, she felt her bottom lip and chin. She was ecstatic!

Evelyn filled out a request for funding to get new teeth.

When they re-built her bottom jaw, there was no space between her gums and her cheeks. They put posts and spacers. She had to wait four months for the posts to heal. Then they took away the spacers and placed a silver plate over the posts. They will then put the dentures on top of that tray. Some of Evelyn's

top teeth were removed prior to her radiation treatments due to fillings. Therefore, she will need a partial on top as well (she currently only has five teeth). When she applied for funding in March 2013, she was told she'd have to pay $4,000. She kept calling to see if her request for funding was approved. When she met with Dr. Butterfield, he had good news. He had been fighting the government for two years and it finally paid off. Evelyn

wouldn't have to pay a dime.

The only problem is she'll need to wait until fall 2014 as they are fully booked.

Evelyn's experience has helped her see life differently.

She appreciates things more now. She feels like she's been given a second chance. "I could have said, Poor Me. Why did this happen to me?

But instead I thought: 'I'm gonna lick it'!" Her kids and family helped her keep her positive attitude. She also

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recalls a nurse at the General Hospital who really stood out. Her name is Sophie and whenever Evelyn goes in for her check-up, she visits Sophie, who is always happy to see her. When she met Norma Fisher at Relay for Life last year, Norma invited her to the Kemptville Cancer Support Group. "Everyone was very nice. If you need anything, they are there for you". Now, Evelyn would like to meet someone like

herself and compare notes.

She doesn't know anyone else who's had mouth cancer.

Evelyn still needs to mash or puree her food. She has a food processor for meals at home. When she's out, she cuts her meal into tiny bites.

She lost a lot of weight on her puree diet, but she warns: "watch out when I get my teeth"! She looks forward to Christmas dinner 2014 so she can enjoy a meal with her family.

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