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Councillor Doreen O’Sullivan, registered nurse, has been amongst those vaccinating at the Vaccination Centre in Kemptville. usually available, and Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Doreen notes that patients are now being offered a The Leeds, Grenville, choice between Pfizer and and Lanark Health Unit Moderna. region continues to lead Councillor O’Sullivan the province in Covid-19 is a registered nurse who v a c c i n a t i o n s . P u b l i c works part time at the Health Ontario has stated Ottawa Hospital. She that 78% of eligible explains that when she ran residents have been fully for Council, her platform vaccinated. was “for a safe and healthy This success is, in community.” Though she a large part, due to the explains that she always Vaccination Centre at the felt North Grenville was North Grenville Municipal that kind of community, Centre. Councillor Doreen e s p e c i a l l y w h e n O’Sullivan is among those considered in comparison working hard to keep the to others, this could always Kemptville Vaccination be improved. She strongly Centre running smoothly, believes that “where you efficiently, and effectively. live is a social determinant Walk-in vaccinations are of your health.”

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As such, she accepted an additional contract with the Vaccination Centre.

She says: “I'm a believer in public health and a believer in community health, primary care, and this is where you start, by vaccinating people.”

As more and more people are vaccinated, and restrictions ease up, it still remains absolutely crucial for everyone who can to get vaccinated.

Doreen explained that “having been vaccinated, if you do contract COVID, it's a milder case. Hospitalizations are minimal.” Even with the new Delta variant, those who have received

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“I really can't stress enough how important it is to get the vaccine.

You've got to trust the research from the experts, not Dr. Google. And you know, I remember the polio vaccine. I got the polio vaccine. Or think of measles, mumps, chicken pox, diphtheria, or tetanus.

These are things that we've eradicated, or have very much under control, because of immunizations.

Get vaccinated, people.

It will protect you, your family, and your business.”

The numbers show that most of the community understands this, and Doreen has noted that people coming into the clinic for their vaccine often seem excited to be vaccinated. “Sometimes I would have people come in, at something like six o'clock on a Saturday night, and they would just seem like a couple acting as if it was date night. You know, they sat together, got their vaccinations, and discussed getting food after. It’s very exciting.”

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Kemptville Players, local Theatre Group rebrands

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by Debbie MacGillivray Even though the pandemic thwarted plans for productions, the Kemptville Players Executive was still working behind the scenes. pun intended. In consultation with members, they made the bold decision to change the name of the organization to North Grenville Community Theatre (NGCT). Since our membership and patrons are not limited to Kemptville, they felt that the new name was more inclusive and a better reflection of the group. So, at our Annual General Meeting, held via Zoom at the end of June, KPI became NGCT and our newly elected Executive will move forward under this moniker. It should be noted, however, that for contract and business purposes, the organization will continue to use Kemptville Players Inc (KPI). For the record, this was not the first name change in its 50+ years of history.

Before becoming KPI, the group was know as the St. James Players.

Our website has also been updated and although new information during the pandemic was in short supply, we are excited to start populating it when things get back to normal. You can

Val and Ron Jackson presents the eQuinelle cheque to Margret Norenberg, Chair, KDH Foundation.

Last month, the residents of eQuinelle held a community garage sale to raise money for the Kemptville District Hospital.

Last week, a cheque for $1,500 raised through the sale was presented on behalf of the eQuinelle community to Margret Norenberg, Chair of the KDH Foundation.

The funds raised by the eQuinelle residents will go to purchasing much needed equipment for the benefit of the community of North Grenville and beyond. The KDH Foundation has raised over $12M in support of KDH

since 1979, the most recent example being the $261,554 to KDH to purchase a state of the art microscope for the operating room at KDH. In collaboration with the Ottawa Hospital, KDH is now performing spinal fusion discectomies. This new microscope provides high image definition that is essential for these types of intricate surgeries and having this microscope will allow KDH to expand its orthopedic services.

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The big news is that we have tentatively booked the North Grenville Municipal Centre for mid-November for the NGCT production of Ripcord. This is obviously predicated on bookings and gatherings being permitted.

That said, the actors were well into rehearsals for a Spring 2020 presentation when the pandemic hit, and we can assure you that cast and crew are eager to tread the boards again.

With that in mind, we are always looking for volunteers to help out. You may not want to be on stage, but there is much work to be done behind the scenes. If you love the theatre and are interested in what happens before, during, and after a production, we encourage you to get involved.

It is a great way for newcomers to the area to meet new people and for students to get their volunteer hours, as well as a fun way to spend a few hours helping actors to change costumes, hand out props, and a plethora of other activities, not to mention the post production get together. Other pre‑production tasks include designing posters, tickets and programmes. So, NGCT is always looking for artistic talent. Anyone interested in helping out with any of the aforementioned is asked to please contact: producer@ kemptvilleplayers.ca.

A new Executive, a new name, a new website, a new way forward and, hopefully, many new members. If you wish to join, please contact president@kemptvilleplayers. ca.

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by David Shanahan A survey is underway right now to ask residents of the Municipality for their ideas on where and how North Grenville should be going over the coming years.

It is part of the process of preparing a Strategic Plan for North Grenville, something which municipalities are expected to produce every five years or so. In the case of North Grenville, the last such Plan was in 2013, so it is definitely time for an update, especially given the rapid growth we have experienced in recent years. The pandemic has delayed the start of the process which was originally planned for last year.

According to the

Municipality’s statements on the Strategic Plan process, the “goal of the plan is to capture the vision and direction for the Municipality for the coming years – in a way that represents the community’s ideas, experiences, and expectations”. To that end, it is really important that those formulating the Plan be keenly aware of what the feelings of the people are concerning their future.

After all, it is our future that is being decided in terms of municipal priorities in areas such as housing, jobs, taxation, heritage, tourism, and so many more. We are very happy to give out points of view whenever an opportunity presents itself in the shape of conversations on-line, comments and posts

restrictions are eased in the coming weeks. It would be far better if this plan was put together with the input of the residents of North Grenville rather than being left by default to municipal staff to figure out what they think we all want to see.

There will be no unanimity in describing the vision for the future perhaps, but it is important that all have their say now and not have to complain after the decisions have been made. This is the time to join the discussion.

To l e a r n m o r e , o r ask questions about this project, contact Hillary at 613‑258‑9569 x162 or by email at vision@ northgrenville.on.ca.

on Facebook pages, or even letters to the Editor of the local newspaper (keep them coming!).

But now we all have the opportunity to speak directly to Council and staff, to let them know what matters to each one of us, and how we feel our community is developing. The survey is available on the municipal website www.northgrenville. ca, and only takes a couple of minutes to complete.

Here is a chance for individuals, service clubs, churches, and arts and cultural groups to all have a say in compiling this renewed vision for our community.

It is planned to hold public consultations before the end of September, depending very much on how COVID

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Local equestrians frightened by the behaviour of motorists

THOMAS M. BYRNE the road. They don’t seem to realize that horses are flight animals and we’re on the back of them. We’re not wearing armour - we could get severely hurt, if not killed.

Never mind them and their car: it would be like hitting a moose.”

Catherine has brought the issue up with North Grenville’s councillors, and Mayor Peckford even came to speak with her and Kate about the issue. In the spring of this year, the Municipality did issue a statement on social media asking drivers to slow down when passing horses and riders, and cautioning them about the dangers of speeding past horses.

But from Catherine and Kate’s perspective, much more needs to be done.

Catherine recalls that just a couple of weeks ago, a motorist swore at her, telling her she ought to “get that horse off the road.” She’s feeling “very angry and tired from not being listened to and afraid that I’m waiting for the day we get hurt.”

Not only would a more broad-ranging public education campaign perhaps alleviate the situation, but Catherine wonders if North Grenville should explicitly establish itself as an equestrian community.

Not only are there a number of professional riders and equestrian facilities, but many

Kate Bell and her horse in Pattersons Corners. who share the roadways. The mother and daughter use their Local Journalism Initiative Reporter road and the shoulder of the road to ride their horses. This Catherine and Kate Bell use is completely legal. Their of Pattersons Corners are horses are well trained and alarmed about local motorists’ do not react to cars, trucks, lack of knowledge and care in buses or even motorcycles as interacting with equestrians they pass. Nonetheless, these

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vehicles ought to slow down and move over while passing an equestrian for the safety of all parties.

Catherine explained, “we've had a couple of scrapes with people driving by, blowing their horns, or yelling at us to get off of

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From her network of other horse people, Catherine knows that many are in the same position as she: they are afraid to use the roads due to the erratic driving of some motorists. Perhaps the township could develop a logo or sticker stating that the area is an equestrian community so that the presence of horses on rural roads is normalized.

Many local horse owners use the rural roads to enjoy

Love is louder than hate, but policy is powerful too the event as a way of “holding space for those who couldn’t exist safely in this location. Hate crimes are on the increase. After periods of great progress are usually periods of backlash.

It is real, and can feel scary and uncertain, but it is expected. So much has been done to celebrate diversity in our community in recent years. So here we are. The honeymoon is over, and we are all met with backlash.”

Peaceful protests such as this one produce and hold social space, in which LGBTQ2S+ people are normalized as members of the community who are loved, valued, and respected.

They also send the message that the community does not tolerate acts of violence.

These social messages are crucial. However, they are not powerful enough on their own.

Holly says that the LGBTQ2S+ community is “ counting especially

Kemptville Pride, Rainbow Union Dundas & Grenville, LGBTQ2S+ residents, and allies gathered to hold and make space for local transgender youth after an attack in downtown Kemptville.

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On August 3, a group of concerned citizens gathered near the Public Library in downtown Kemptville to make space and protect trans kids and youth in Kemptville.

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Grenville, and Kemptville Pride, was a response to an attack on a transgender youth in downtown Kemptville on July 29.

The details about this attack remain vague as police conduct their investigation, but it is confirmed that the attack was both physical and verbal, and that the minor who was attacked is

continuing to suffer from physical injury.

Holly Brown, founder of Rainbow Union Dundas & Grenville and Kemptville Pride, stated that the attack follows a recent and clear uptick in reports of slurs and verbal harassment in the same area. This trend demonstrates a clear need for action. Holly explained 4

on those in positions of power to avoid any further division within our own town. We want policy. Not paint. We want changes that will outlive this council.”

Councillor John Barclay was an enthusiastic participant in the event and explained that his other Council colleagues would likely have been in attendance if it were not summer holidays. Though our current council has indeed been proactive in making North Grenville more inclusive of all residents, there is a fear that the backlash to come may include political changes.

Holly called on Council to “start incorporating questions about how our decisions impact the most marginalized community members.”

D e v o n Wa r r e n , President of Pride festivities for Kemptville Pride, announced that Kemptville Pride is launching a Safe

the scenery, access trails, or simply exercise their animals.

As long as the horse is well behaved, this poses no issue to other people using the road to drive, cycle or walk their dogs. Until it becomes safe and normal to do so, equestrians will either be forced off of the road, or, like Catherine and Kate, start wearing body cams to record and protect themselves in case of an accident.

Place program, focusing on the old town Kemptville area of Prescott Street. The Safe Place program “allows residents, businesses, and organizations to assist victims of hate-motivated crimes and incidents”, in part by identifying “secure locations for victims to report a crime and to get the assistance they need, with compassion and with dignity.”

As Devon stated, “this is a hate-motivated crime in your community. And it should piss you off.” The time for both individual and institutional change is now. And yet, within the struggle for justice, Holly stated: “the one thing I know for sure is that love always needs to be louder.”

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New plan to improve autism services

The Ontario Government is investing more than $62 million this year to build capacity among service providers to deliver high quality clinical services for children and youth receiving support through the needs‑based Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

The Autism Workforce Capacity Action Plan, part of the province’s $600 million annual investment in the program, will expand access in rural and remote communities, provide new training for clinicians and allow service providers to hire and train new staff and support more families. These investments will enable the province to continue inviting and onboarding more children and youth into the needs‑based OAP. “Since becoming minister last month, I’ve heard from families and service providers about the need to continue building capacity in the sector to deliver a needs‑based Autism program,” said Dr. Merrilee Fullerton, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services. “This investment will enable a stable, efficient, and skilled workforce so more families can access the core clinical

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services they need.”

“This new funding is another correct step as our government increases support for children and youth,” said Jim McDonell, MPP for Stormont‑Dundas‑South Glengarry. “These program improvements will ensure that everyone has access and support for autistic families in rural and remote areas.”

The capacity action plan builds on the strong foundation of public and private providers who are currently serving children and youth with special needs across the Province. The plan was developed with input from the autism advisory panel, the implementation working group, service providers and families, and focuses on four objectives: Stabilizing the workforce through new initiatives like the $14 million Workforce Capacity Fund which will support projects led by public and private service providers that improve access to core clinical services such as hiring new clinical staff, increasing hours for existing clinical staff or supporting service provider travel to serve children in rural or remote communities.

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training by investing in new opportunities for more than 7,000 clinicians, including Indigenous Cultural Competency Training and mental health training to help build the workforce and enhance the knowledge and skills of clinicians.

Strengthening oversight by regulating behaviour analysts as a new profession under the College of Psychologists of Ontario and expanding the OAP Providers List of qualified clinicians which will promote consistency, professionalism, and safe, high‑quality service delivery across the Province.

Expanding access for rural, remote, Indigenous and francophone populations including funding for pilot projects that are building service capacity in northern Ontario. This will build on a new partnership between 15 public and private agencies in the north which are coordinating services to ensure children in the region are receiving support based on their needs.

“As a long‑standing service provider organization and collaborative community partner in the region, we a p p l a u d t h e M i n s t e r ’s recognition of the unique needs of the North and the commitment to make substantial investments in building capacity for both public and private providers, so that children and families impacted by Autism will have improved access to the services and support they need to live a full life,” said Liz Hathazi and Melanie Maunula, directors at Creative Therapy Associates in Thunder Bay. “The investments will create opportunities not only to be innovative and shape a system that is tailored for the region but to allow for adequate representation and engagement to ensure that cultural safety is a priority.”

“The capacity action plan is another example of our commitment to transforming the Ontario Autism Program,” said Minister Fullerton. “Expanding the workforce will further support the delivery of core clinical services under the new needs‑based program, ensuring families can work with a clinician of their choice to develop a treatment plan based on their child’s individual needs and goals.”

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Obla-di, obla-da

by David Shanahan It seems to me that we’ve all ben experiencing what might be called a state of heightened mental awareness for the past year and a half.

Anxiety, fear, depression, paranoia, and not just the normal everyday kind, either. So, I thought it might be healthy and wise to take a different perspective on things for a bit, a change from the regular diet of pandemics, climate change, fires, floods and politics, and see things differently.

Because, in the words of possibly the least favourite Beatles song: “Obla-di, oblada, life goes on”.

Another song comes to mind as I think of all the advice, warnings and outright commands we’ve had posted throughout our lives: “Sign, sign, everywhere a sign; blockin' out the scenery, breakin' my mind.

Do this, don't do that, can't you read the sign?” There are so many great signs out there, guaranteed to raise a smile. Strangely though, the least funny signs are the ones that try too hard. Most of the ones outside churches fall into that category for some reason.

Well, here are a few signs I’ve seen that can be applied to aspects of life as we know it, with just a twist of warped humour (the best kind?).

Signs to make you read twice: “Our mountains aren’t just funny, they’re hill areas”.

“Turning vegan would be a missed steak”. “Crushing pop cans is soda pressing”.

“A book hit my head and I’ve only my shelf to blame”.

“Tried to grab the fog. I mist.”

Animal lovers can be a bit enthusiastic about their pets, but some can have a more balanced attitude: “I called my dog 6miles, so I can tell people I walk 6miles every day”. Such people know that dogs just enjoy the ride but cats want to drive. “What do you call a dog with a hammer? Labrathor”.

Here are some signs for those concerned about the climate, diet and health: “Save the Earth, It’s the only planet with chocolate”. “Whenever I try to eat healthy, a chocolate bar looks at me and Snickers”.

“Does struggling to put on your jeans count as cardio?”

My favourite, or rather, the one I most relate to: “Try resistance training: refuse to go to the gym”. Here’s one to

Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, The level of media induced fear on man-made climate change is out of control. I beseech everyone to use your senses and make reasonable deductions from your own observations. In no way are we in a climate emergency. Statistically, there are fewer fires, flooding, hurricanes and tornadoes than in previous decades. Polar bears are flourishing, not disappearing.

There is nothing urgent about ocean levels rising about the thickness of a dime annually. There were many periods in our history that were much hotter than today.

For example, in the 30’s, when C02 levels were lower than today, the temperatures hovered over 100 in many States. There were many more days over 100 degrees than in the last decade.

The earth goes in cycles of warming and cooling. We do well in warming periods and face shortages, famines and wars in colder times.

Remember in the 70’s when there were fears of another ice age? Climate doesn’t change in a decade or two. It has to be examined in terms of centuries or millennia.

Studies on man-made climate change are based on models and supposition. To my knowledge, man-made climate change is a thesis, not proven fact. No amount of money will change the climate! Mother Nature will do her thing with or without us.

Remember too that C02 is our friend. It is a basic element of life. It’s invisible. It does not cause warming. It’s the other way around. Warming allows the atmosphere to hold more C02 and this can take

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encourage you and your diet: “I don’t want to brag, but I finished my 14-day diet in three hours!” You can always argue with health nuts: “Any salad is a Caesar salad if you stab it enough”.

But I must be careful.

There are people out there with thin skins and short fuses about serious issues. These are especially for them: “Life is short: if you can’t laugh at yourself, call me and I will”.

“Wishing a Happy whatever doesn’t offend you”. “Please cancel my subscription to your issues”. “I didn’t say it was your fault, I said I was blaming you”. “The first step is admitting you’re a problem”. “Dear Math, grow up and solve your own problems”. “I’m not passive aggressive; unlike “some” people”.

In our modern, rushed and technological world, there are some who can get lost in the technology and begin to live in a rather odd world of their own. For them, let me present: “Put the phone down and nobody gets hurt”. “Auto correct can go straight to hell”. “I named my iPod “Titanic”, it’s syncing now”. “Life is like a game of chess; I don’t know

how to play chess”.

This is for the musicians (and especially for Mo, who will never hear this said to him): “If you suck at playing the trumpet, that’s probably why”. “If you like old Dean Martin songs about moons looking like pizza, try this: When you’re down by the sea, and an eel bites your knee, that’s a moray... “(That one is for Dan, of course).

Naturally, the politically conscious need a break after the past few years. The Brits need a break now. To provide a different focus for the Qanon conspiracies theorists and Trumpists, a more harmless slogan: “Ban pre-shredded cheese: make America grate again”. The former Pres and the current PM of the UK inspired this one: “The problem with practical jokes is that they sometimes get elected”.

And a shout of gratitude to Jim Beveridge for relaying this one: “Next election, vote for a Muppet, because you’re going to get one anyway”.

Signs are so useful, aren’t they? They can express how you feel in short, pithy sentences. Sometimes they can be quite profound, like: “Butterflies are not what they used

to be”. Or the deep wisdom of: “Despite the high cost of living, it remains popular”.

For the more spiritually deep among us, those who think profound thoughts as they sit contemplating their navels, apparently minor problems can assume serious meditative confusion, such as: “My mood ring is missing, and I don’t know how I feel about that”. There are even signs to teach journalists and writers of all kinds, warning them of the fearful danger that can arise when basic rules of grammar and punctuation are forgotten. And this is especially for the reporters here at the Times, not to mention Pat who is very aware of the problem. Here is a sentence that can mislead: “I like cooking my family and my pets”. The moral is this: “Use commas, they save lives”. (For those who need it spelled out: “I like cooking, my family, and my pets”.

For writers of all kinds: “I have a pen that writes underwater. It can write other words too”. Then there are those who send cards saying “Congrats!” because they can’t spell congrajlashins.

It is my sincere hope that

this little excursion into an alternate way of looking at life will help to lighten your load, clear your mind, and even bring a smile. None of these sayings are original, and I would recommend that you try and think up your own. Example: “Be alert! The nation needs lerts”. Or even this encouragement to think for yourself: “Only dead fish go with the flow”. Which reminds me of the signs outside the new-fangled cemetery in Ottawa. You know, the ones where people get cremated and placed in niches in walls instead of coffins in the ground: “Think outside the box”.

All right, I think that’s enough for now. Life these days can be hard to take, so try to find a way to laugh, or even smile at the strange world we live in. Remember these two things: “Obla-di, obla-da, life goes on; lala-la-la life goes on”. Deep thoughts there, obviously inspired by Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds. And the second things is: “He who laughs last didn’t get it”.

hundreds of years to play out.

C02 levels are lower than they have ever been in our history.

Water vapour is a much more influential factor in climate but no one is talking about it. Some say we are still in a C02 deficit. There are many benefits to increased C02: greening of the earth is accelerating, harvests are greater.

‘Global warming’ was replaced by ‘climate change’; I guess things weren’t warming quite like the alarmists wished so they switched to a phrase that is all encompassing so everything from hot, cold, wet, to dry could all be attributed to manmade climate change. With the successful use of fear, governments can blithely take our money to ‘fix’ it and we happily hand it over because they are going to ‘save’ us!

Have a look out your

window. Make your own assessment and take it easy on believing the climate alarmists. They want a redistribution of wealth and a new political system. If we play their game, they will achieve it.

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frame of governance and accountability vis a vis our community by the Ontario Government as represented by our MPP Steve Clark.

Why such abrupt treatment in the announcement to his constituents by our MPP? Many Kemptville North Grenville residents have, in meetings, shown professional expertise in such fields as town planning, agriculture, crop management, social issues and the history of our land. Their plea is to have a transparent presentation of facts about the prison and to take their information into account! Mr. MPP, why not do this?

What fiscal outline and planning was being used

by Steve Clark as Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing that meant that the whys and wherefores could not be transparent?

When does he wear his MPP persona?

Does failing to meet the criteria for siting indicate a prudent context to go ahead with spending millions of dollars on a FAILED SITE for a prison in Kemptville?

In the context that Kemptville did not meet the criteria for placement of a prison, is it logical to announce that not only will a prison be located in Kemptville, but additionally the DECISION is UNALTERABLE. Hmmm, is it time for questions?

Did his fellow Minister, the Solicitor General, know that the criteria were not met, or at best that it was an “iffy“ fit for Kemptville, before or after choosing the site? When did our MPP know? Why would one official, and in this

Dear Editor, The juxtaposition of two almost side by side articles in the July 28 edition of The North Grenville Times about the prison and a request for information by the “Municipality for input from residents for a new strategic plan” amused and then made me sad.

Appropriate plans enhance the objectives for a community, the way the right frame contributes to enhancing a painting. I write today because of a specific concern about the

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letters cont'd case two senior ministers in the Ontario Government, push so hard for a multimillion project when the site suitability is in question? The explanation? Is criteria set in an Ontario planning exercise not a basic requirement, not just for placement, but more importantly to have a framework for meeting the objectives for costs as well as for building an appropriate prison?

Millions of dollars are at stake, tax payer dollars, in an era of huge deficits!

The atmosphere and future nature of our community are at stake! Well, dear reader, what do you think?

I believe that if there had been consultation, with facts disclosed from the start, the final prison decision could have been different. That is where facts up front had a role, aka transparency.

Would you, dear reader, in the context of this knowledge, have agreed that the prison project was an appropriate one for this land? How is this information failure known?

JOG and CAPP, through the Freedom of Information track, received the pages from the office of the Solicitor General. And now?

In the article: “Mayor Peckford on the Correctional Facility”, there is an explanation that the Mayor and Council were “gobsmacked” by Mr. Clark’s disclosure. I assume that on whatever side the reader’s opinion lies, in the event of an exchange of ideas face to face, the issues and ideas would be substantive and discussed respectfully. Much substantive information against the prison has been outlined. But what has the pro side submitted? Is there a pro group among North Grenville residents?

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COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, September the 7th, 2021 at 6:30pm ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS Committee meetings will be conducted virtually via Zoom. For any members of the public wanting to attend the meeting virtually, pre-registration is required by e-mailing Jessica Workman at jworkman@northgrenville.on.ca.

NORTH GRENVILLE’S COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS

The Municipality of North Grenville has launched the strategic planning process that will illustrate the community’s vision for North Grenville and create a roadmap for how to get there. Residents, businesses, community groups, and youth can now provide their input through an online survey available at www.northgrenville.ca/vision as well as at upcoming public consultations. Hardcopies of the survey are also available at the North Grenville Municipal Centre (285 County Road 44) and the North Grenville Public Library (1 Water Street).

ACCESSIBILITY SURVEY

The Accessibility Advisory Committee of North Grenville invites you to complete a short survey to determine your accessibility needs and concerns. The survey can be completed at: http://www.northgrenville.ca/surveys. A print version of the survey is now available at the North Grenville Public Library and the Municipal Centre. if you require any assistance with this survey, including receiving it in an alternative format, please email the Clerk’s Office at hbabcock-cormier@northgrenville.on.ca or call 613-258-9569 extension 178.

Le Comité consultatif sur l’accessibilité de North Grenville vous invite à répondre à un court sondage pour déterminer vos besoins et vos préoccupations en matière d’accessibilité. Le sondage peut être rempli à: http://www.northgrenville.ca/surveys. Une version imprimée du sondage est maintenant disponible à la Bibliothèque publique de North Grenville et au Centre municipal. Si vous avez besoin d’aide pour le remplir, y compris pour le recevoir en média substitut, veuillez envoyer un courriel au Bureau du greffier à hbabcock-cormier@northgrenville.on.ca ou composer le 6132589569, poste 178.

TAX BILLS

All 2021 final tax bulls have been mailed. If you have not received your bill, please contact the Administration Office. The due date is September 30. Payments can be made by credit card when paying online through our website.

VOLUNTEER & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Advisory Committees

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking applications from individuals interested in being appointed as a volunteer member of the following Advisory Committees for the remaining term of Council (November 2022):

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Active Transportation Advisory Committee – one vacancy (evening meetings – last Thursday of every other month from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm) Heritage Advisory Committee – one vacancy (monthly meetings – first Thursday of every month from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)

Further information is available by contacting the Deputy Clerk at jworkman@northgrenville.on.ca or 613-258-9569 ext. 171. Application forms are available at www.northgrenville.ca/careers. Please submit applications by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

Police Services Board The Municipality of North Grenville is soliciting applications from individuals interested in being appointed as a volunteer member of the Police Services Board for the remaining term of Council (November 2022). Candidates must be 18 years old, a Canadian citizen and a resident of North Grenville. Further information is available by contacting the Deputy Clerk at jworkman@northgrenville.on.ca or 613-258-9569 ext. 171. Application forms are available at www.northgrenville.ca/careers. Please submit applications by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking applications from individuals aged 15 to 23 years of age to join the Mayor’s new Youth Advisory Committee for the term of the 2021-2022 school year. Join Madame Mayor and have a say in your community! Please submit applications to the Deputy Clerk by email at jworkman@northgrenville.on.ca or by using the online application tool. Should you require a paper application, please contact the Deputy Clerk.

Line Fence Viewer From time to time, the Municipality receives requests in accordance with the Line Fences Act. The Municipality of North Grenville is soliciting applications from individuals interested in being appointed as a Line Fence Viewer. Applicants must be over 18 years of age, must be a resident of North Grenville and have a broad knowledge of the community. Experience with the Act or line fences would be beneficial. Please submit applications by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 to the Deputy Clerk by email at jworkman@northgrenville.on.ca or by using the online application tool. Should you require a paper application, please contact the Deputy Clerk.

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The proposed prison We are writing as North Grenville residents and business owners opposed to the plan to build a 235bed prison in Kemptville.

Like so many in the community, we were shocked by the Ford government’s surprise announcement and viewed its failure to consult prior to making the decision as dismissive and undemocratic. As more information has emerged, we have come to believe that the plan is ill-conceived and will compromise North Grenville’s quality of life and economic future, increase the property tax burden, harm future plans for downtown revitalization, Kemptville Campus development and tourism, and forever tie our image to a failed prison system.

At a public information session held by the Ministry of the Solicitor General (SolGen) in November of last year, SolGen staff promised they would be transparent in their dealings with the people of North Grenville.

However, the results from a November 2020 Access to Information request made by a local resident, and responded to by SolGen

no less than seven months later, demonstrate anything but transparency. Out of 145 relevant pages, only 10 were released, with 135 pages withheld. Despite this scant information, we now know that Kemptville failed to meet many of the established selection criteria, including our lack of a public transit system and our distance of more than 40 km from the Ottawa Carleton Detention Centre (OCDC).

And even more worrisome, the documents state that the size of the property will allow for future prison expansion. The fact that the possibility of a bigger prison was being planned for, and kept secret, highlights that even the most basic facts have been withheld from us.

The Ford government’s initial claims that the prison would boost the local economy have turned out to be dramatically exaggerated.

They have failed to provide any evidence to support this claim. Many studies show that building prisons does not boost small town economies and that real estate prices in those towns drop or stagnate. A frequently cited 2017 Canadian study

by Humber College Professor Greg McElligott reinforces similar findings from multiple studies originating south of the border, which show minimal spin-off economic benefits.

And what about jobs?

We know from SolGen that most jobs at the prison will be filled by existing staff from the OCDC. But unfortunately, an early erroneous statement made by Mayor Peckford that the prison would bring 500 new jobs has lingered as an “urban myth” for almost a year now. While the Mayor did publicly acknowledge this error at the June 22, 2021 Council meeting, Council still has work to do in dispelling this misinformation, especially since the 500-figure related only to the hiring of new staff in prisons across the entire province over a fiveyear period, ending before the Kemptville prison even opens, as stated in a June 16, 2020, press release.

We believe there is a strong likelihood that the prison will result in an additional property tax burden. For example, the Province has recently cancelled all contracts with municipalities

for the recovery of policing costs for correctional institutions. Once the prison is operational, all signs point to additional Ontario Provincial Police expenses to be borne by North Grenville’s approximately 7,500 property taxpayers. The prison will not pay property taxes, but instead, a “payment in lieu of property taxes”, an amount that has not increased since 1987. At the same time, our municipality will be required to provide the necessary infrastructure and services to the prison, a facility with no discernible benefit for our community.

We understand that the provincial government has jurisdiction over where provincial correctional facilities are built. We believe, however, that North Grenville Municipal Council would have been well advised to have taken a more neutral position regarding the prison following the announcement, and certainly should have taken a principled position in opposition to it once the facts began to emerge.

On the biggest issue facing our town for many years, Steve Clark has failed his constituents. Documents

There is a sad irony to the fact that many businesses which managed to survive the lockdowns and restrictions of the past year and a half are now facing severe stress due to a shortage of staff. Restaurants in particular are finding it almost impossible to find people to fill positions such as servers or kitchen workers, placing a great deal of pressure on owners and managers trying keep open despite the lack of support.

This is true not only in this municipality but across the country as communities reopen and people return to favourite pubs, restaurants, and coffee bars after the long months of isolation. It seems there is a reluctance on the part of many who worked in this area before COVID to return to work while government financial supports are still available. There is natural desire to enjoy the paid leave as long as possible, but that approach has potential dangers.

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At some point, the financial supports will end as the economy gets back to something like normal, pre-pandemic conditions, and the assumption by some workers in the hospitality field is that their old jobs will be waiting for them at that point. That is not necessarily going to happen. Two things are possible: one is that the businesses they want to return to will no longer be in business. Places in the hospitality field were already teetering on the brink of closure because of the lockdowns, and some of them will not be reopening ever. How many will fail to survive will only really be known in the coming months, but it is generally accepted that the casualty rate will be significant.

The second possibility is that the end of the financial support system will see a rush of people looking for work, all at the same time. There may simply not be enough vacant positions to cater to everyone who wants to work again. Businesses may be unable to hire back

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in the release of information package reveal that SolGen acted to formally place the Kemptville property on hold in September 2019, almost a full year prior to the public announcement. As our local MPP and a member of cabinet, Steve Clark should have been fully aware of the plans, and yet they were not disclosed to our municipal council and the local residents he was elected to represent. This government has a track record of reversing itself on poorly thought-out policy decisions, and there is still time for us to add the proposed prison to that list.

It will be up to the people of North Grenville to ensure our community’s voice is heard loudly and clearly by Premier Ford, MPP Clark, and their colleagues in Toronto. It’s not too late. Make yourself heard.

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former workers because of operating pressures.

Others may not want to rehire people who refused to return when they were most needed.

It may be a good idea for those enjoying their paid leave to start applying for work now and be willing to forego a few weeks of government subsidies in order to guarantee future employment in the long term. Beat the rush.

Find work now, while the demand is there. It’s not only your own future that may depend on it, but the overall economy will benefit from maintaining a healthy and vibrant hospitality sector. It’s time to go to work again.

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UCDSB hits $1.5 Million fundraising with Terry Fox Run

More affordable homes coming to North Grenville

Schools from across the UCDSB have continued the Terry Fox Run tradition over the past four decades which had led to the school board raising $1.5 million for the Terry Fox Foundation. [Submitted photo] Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) schools continue to give back to meaningful causes and most recently, hit a major fundraising milestone with the Terry Fox Foundation. Earlier this Spring, the UCDSB received a letter of thanks from the Terry Fox Foundation, noting that since the school district first started to take part in the annual Terry Fox Run fundraiser, the UCDSB schools have collectively donated $1.5 million to the cause.

“The generosity of your family of schools has shown us is remarkable, and we are so grateful for the leadership of your board in encouraging philanthropy,” wrote Lisa Armstrong, School Program Manager for the Terry Fox Foundation.

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has remained a staple event at UCDSB schools since it first launched four decades ago. Even the pandemic didn’t stop schools from continuing the annual tradition. Last year alone, the UCDSB schools raised $23,455.35 for the Terry Fox Foundation. “ L i k e Te r r y, y o u r family of schools showed resilience and compassion this year in the midst of the COVID‑19 pandemic,” said Lisa Armstrong. “The schools in your region persevered through the hardships of starting a very different school year, and found creative and safe ways for their students and staff to participate in The Terry Fox School Run.” Each year, two UCDSB schools – one elementary and one secondary – are honoured with the Ted Kennedy Legacy Award for raising the most amount of money per student for

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the Terry Fox Run. This past year, Laggan Public School and Char‑Lan District High School were the school recipients.

“We’re so proud of our schools’ continuing dedication towards the fight against cancer,” s a y s U C D S B C h a i r, John McAllister. “Their continued support has generated a lasting legacy that honours Terry Fox and the message he gave that still resonates with all of us – anything’s possible if you try.”

The UCDSB was presented with a Milestone Plaque by the Terry Fox Foundation which is now displayed at the Brockville board office.

Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa and Habitat for Humanity Thousand Islands are pleased to be partnering to build 15 new affordable stacked townhomes for families on land generously donated by the Municipality of North Grenville. The build will be completed over the next three years and will be home to working families and their children.

With the recent changes in the housing market and with the rising cost of land and other increases associated with a housing boom, Habitat’s Affordable Homeownership Program provides the best possible opportunity for families to continue to acces s homeownership.

Located on Concession Road across from the Kemptville District Hospital and near the Kemptville Area Family Resource Centre, local schools, Riverside Park and other amenities, the 15‑unit North Grenville affordable housing development will comprise six conventional townhomes and six stacked townhomes above three accessible barrier‑free units on the ground floor. Construction is slated to begin in the Spring of 2022, with six homes to be completed in 2022 and nine homes ready in 2023. All homes are either 2‑bedroom accessible homes, or 3 or 4‑bedroom standard homes and will include parking and either a rear yard or balcony.

“This development will provide a very accessible pathway to homeownership for vulnerable families,”

says Mayor Peckford, “The Municipality of North Grenville is extremely pleased to partner with Habitat for Humanity for the provision of land at the Kemptville Campus on which fifteen new homes will be built to address the affordable housing shortage our community is facing.”

For all families, having a safe, stable, and affordable roof over their heads plays a critical role in helping to build a foundation for a life with better choices and more opportunities. Owning a home in a good neighbourhood provides the kind of strength and stability every family deserves. Yet the continued rise in rental prices has created challenges for working families struggling to find affordable and appropriate stable long‑term housing that meets their needs.

“It is clear that owning a home is still one of the best ways to improve the well‑being of families,” says Gavin Liddy, Chair of Habitat Greater Ottawa, “This build project will increase opportunities to make homeownership more affordable, more equitable and more accessible for local families in a housing market that is only seeing growing demand.”

H a b i t a t ’s m o d e l o f affordable homeownership bridges a gap for families who may face barriers to market homeownership such as qualifying for a traditional bank mortgage. Habitat’s program allows families to purchase their own home at fair market value with no down payment, eliminating

The North Grenville Arts Guild – Summer Art Show

The North Grenville Arts Guild [NGAG] is pleased to announce its Summer Art Show taking place along the Rideau Reach waterfront on August 21, 2021, from 11:00 am to 8: 00 pm. In collaboration with Salamanders of Kemptville, this show will demonstrate August 11, 2021

the art of some 16 area artists in an outdoor setting. The reception area for the show will be in Rotary Park, at the corner of Prescott and Clothier Street and the Grand Opening will take place with the Kemptville Towne Cryer and members of the North Grenville Municipal Council at 12:30 pm.

Outdoor art shows have become very popular in other parts of Canada, notably in the Province of Quebec, and are now a common occurrence.

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a bit of normalcy, particularly in rural areas such as North Grenville, the artists of the Guild and the good folks at Salamanders thought that it would be a great way to spend time outdoors while admiring the talents of local artists.

The North Grenville Arts Guild has as its mission to provide support and encouragement to its members, whether aspiring or established artists, and will find or create venues for their work. The Guild endeavours to promote visual arts education and outreach in the North Grenville

artists who are displaying their works indoors. During the winter of 2019, NGAG put on a performance art show by building a Magic Dragon made of snow on the Salamanders patio, hoping perhaps that the downtown might host a snow sculpture event in the winter of 2020.

We now know that the continuation of this event did not take place, due to early concerns related to the COVID pandemic. Nor were we able to run an art show in the summer of 2020 for the same reasons. Now that everyone is moving towards

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community that reflects pride in the region’s art culture and heritage.

Meanwhile, Salamanders has been very proud to support the Guild’s artists by showing their art on its premises. There are often the works of three artists on display at Salamanders, and

one of the biggest financial barriers to owning a home, and offers families an affordable monthly mortgage geared to their income.

The benefits of owning a long‑term stable Habitat home are many. They include reduced reliance on social housing and food banks, better educational, financial and employment outcomes and improved health and overall well-being for families. All Habitat homeowners go through a rigorous application process to determine their level of housing need, their ability to pay an affordable monthly mortgage, and their willingness to partner, which includes completing 500 hours of community volunteering before they move into their home.

It takes a community to build a home, and the Habitat build site is a collaborative space that welcomes our sponsors, donors, community members and volunteers to help build our homes. As this new project gets started, Habitat will offer many opportunities for community members to come together to support the build, such as on‑site build days, local fundraising events, Groundbreaking and Key Ceremonies to celebrate the official launch of the build and when the families move in.

Applications for the North Grenville project are now open. Please visit: https:// habitatgo.com/apply‑now for more information, and to fill in our Pre‑Qualification Questionnaire.

the restaurant and the owners and staff of the restaurant appreciate the distinction that comes with the relationship with the North Grenville Arts Guild.

We hope to see you at the Guild’s summer showing and hope you will enjoy the Show!

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A simple length rope can solve your Green Bin woes

Sue can wheel her Green Bin without stooping or slouching to one side.

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Sue Cotter of Glen Gables has come up with a genius and simple solution for anyone struggling to get their Green Bin down to the end of the laneway on Garbage Day. Sue, like many others, noticed that in order to balance the weight of her Green Bin and pull it at the same time, she had to adopt a lop-sided stoop. Of this stoop, Sue notes that “there’s a muscle that doesn’t like that.” But Sue had a “flash” of inspiration, drawing on the method she uses to transport

her garbage to the curb in winter-time involving a length of cotton cord.

She discovered that by tying a length of cotton cord into a loop, threading that loop under the handle, and then sliding the loop around the sides of the handle (as pictured), the weight of the Green Bin can be perfectly distributed and balanced. If one does the same loop in an overhand manner, the Green Bin becomes vulnerable to tipping and wobbling.

Soon after coming up with this contraption, Sue introduced the idea to a neighbour. She says that he was “ecstatic” to have

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a solution to the weekly lop-sided trek. Further, he “commented, since he regularly goes on walks in the neighbourhood, that people aren't using these little green bins. Rarely does he see one on garbage day.” This simple rope addition can make the Green Bin much more user-friendly, and perhaps encourage wider adoption of the composting initiative.

Following her neighbour’s positive reception, Sue realized this was “an idea that should be shared with a whole community.”

The cord contraption can be optimized by using specialized knots. While someone without a Girl Scouts background may have simply tied a “Granny Knot,” the left over right, left over right knot instinctual to most, Sue favours knots that lie flat,

For many seniors, as well as those who deal with Diabetes, Glaucoma, and Macular Degeneration, the annual free eye exam they receive under OHIP from their local optometrist is an important part of dealing with their conditions. That service is now in real jeopardy, as optometrists find themselves having to take action to force the Ontario Government to properly fund their role in the system. As of September 1, Ontario Optometrists will cease to, as they see it, subsidize OHIP insured eye exams.

This is not a lastminute decision by these professionals. Last April, the Times reported their plans to take this action, but nothing has been done by the Province to deal with their issues.

According to the Ontario Association of Optometrists August 11, 2021

(OAO), the Province’s 2,500 optometrists provide over four million OHIP exams every year. This includes services for children, seniors and adults with disabilities.

Only 55% of the cost of these exams is actually paid for by OHIP, leaving optometrists to cover the other 45%.

OAO statistics show that in 1989, the Ontario Government paid $39.15 for an eye exam. In 2021, 32 years later, they pay an average of $44.65. This amount does not cover the cost (including rent, staff, utilities, equipment, taxes and supplies) to provide an eye exam. Optometrists point out that “for more than 30 years, the Ontario Government has failed to adequately fund eye care. For more than 30 years, the Ontario Government has refused to formally negotiate with optometrists”.

When asked for comments about this issue, the two local MPPs, Steve Clark and Jim

which can be loosened by a push together. The Reef Knot, for instance, is a right over left and under, left over right and under. Or the Surgeons Knot, which adds one more repetition to the Reef Knot.

Sue recommends a minimum of 70 inches of cord to use for the initial loop, more if you’re tall. Further, she recommends using a cotton cord with a fairly thick cordage. The softness and thickness prevent the rope from digging too much into one’s hands. However, a polyester rope or a thinner rope could be accommodated by using a plastic or tape shield as a handle.

Once the rope is set up, Sue says that “all the weight is transferred to the wheels, and some in the handle. You can stand up and walk with your back straight. Alleluia.”

A close up view of how Sue has set up the rope contraption on her Green Bin. Note the loop under, slide to the side, and flat laying knot.

Optometrists forced to take action

by David Shanahan

McDonnell, issued almost identical statements to the Times. “ We a r e a c t i v e l y engaged in discussions with the Ontario Association of Optometrists. The discussions are focused on how to improve patient outcomes based on evidence and best practices. Our government will continue to fund OHIP optometry services, and that funding continues to increase year‑over‑year with utilization”, said Jim McDonell, MPP for Stormont‑Dundas‑South Glengarry.

Steve Clark, MPP for Leeds‑Grenville‑Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes, issued this statement: “Our government will continue to fund OHIP optometry services and that funding continues to increase year‑over‑year with utilization. The Ministry of Health has been actively engaged in discussions with the Ontario Association of

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Optometrists. Discussions are focused on evidence, best practices and how to improve patient outcomes.”

The OAO also issued a statement: “The Ontario government can still fix this before September 1. They only need to commit to a formal negotiation that will lead to a solution for the chronic under funding.

If you want to help save Ontario eye care and ensure that access to your doctor is not at risk, please visit SaveEyeCare.ca to send a letter to your MPP. We are hopeful that our fellow Ontarians will rally together to help protect eye care access for our seniors and children.

Every day optometrists take pride in helping our patients see clearly and preventing blindness. But today we need your help”.

The problem for patients is that although the OAO will no longer do eye exams under OHIP, the OHIP program

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remains in place. This means that patients cannot access this service because optometrists are not allowed, by law, to accept payment for services provided under OHIP. So patients cannot pay to have an eye exam.

Routine eye care is critical in early detection of eye diseases like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. The lack of funding makes it difficult to invest in modern technology.

Newer technology means earlier detection. 80% of

learning is done through vision and children depend on healthy eyes to succeed in school. The health of your eyes is critical to your overall health and quality of life.

At the very least, can we expect our provincial representatives, both of whom are members of the governing party in Ontario, and one of whom is in the Cabinet, to initiate negotiations, if only to prevent the loss of this essential service on September 1?

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PUBLIC NOTICE ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN ON COUNTY ROADS We want to hear from you!

The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville is preparing an Active Transportation Plan to develop a strategy for the design and implementation of routes, infrastructure and policy for non-motorized transportation. The plan will focus on Counties-owned rights-of-way and will include proposed policies, the proposed network and a prioritized project list for implementation within the short, medium and long-term planning horizons.

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To hear your ideas, input and comments which helps ensure that the plan is tailored to the Counties, we invite you to respond to the survey on the Counties website.

The survey will be open between July 26 and August 16, 2021.

To learn more contact: Kimberley Hunton, P.Eng., WSP Canada Inc. at (613) 690-1148 or kimberley.hunton@wsp.com or visit the Counties website at: www.leedsgrenville.com/ activetransportationplan

More Corrections graduates enter the system

by David Shanahan As part of its campaign to increase the number of correctional facilities in Ontario, the Ford government has added 99 new prison officers to the system following their graduation from a training program that took place virtually and in‑person for eight weeks with, according to the Office of the Solicitor General, “a focus on enhanced communication and de‑escalation skills.

It also included a focus on anti‑Black racism, Indigenous cultural training and inmate management techniques”.

The 8-week training will, says Solicitor General, Sylvia Jones, give them “a rewarding career in public service” and “ensure they are well prepared and equipped to make important contributions to the communities they serve.”

16 of the latest batch of graduates will be assigned to the Eastern Ontario Region at the Central East Correctional Centre, Ottawa‑Carleton Detention Centre, Brockville Jail, St. L a w r e n c e Va l l e y Correctional & Treatment August 11, 2021

Centre, and Quinte Detention Centre.

About a third of the others will work in the Toronto Region, with the remainder spread throughout the rest of the Province.

It is difficult to assess the quality or depth of the training these new graduates received in eight weeks, but the Government noted that they “received compensation from the Province while undergoing training to help remove barriers to employment”.

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The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville hereby gives notice that an application has been made to the Minister of Transport, pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act for approval of the

work described herein and its site and plans.

Pursuant to paragraph 7(2) of the said Act, The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville has deposited with the Minister of Transport, on the online Common Project Search Registry (http://cps.canada.ca/) under the NPP File Number 2009-400171 a description of the following work, its site and plans: • Replacement of Kemptville Creek Bridge along County Road 43. The existing 2-lane structure will be replaced with a new 4-lane structure extending to the south. The new structure is a 4-lane, 3-span (36-42-36 m), prestressed concrete NU 1600 girder structure. The structure will be designed in accordance with CHBDC 2019. The structure will have 11 girders and a 225 mm thick caste-on-place reinforced concrete deck. The superstructure will be supported by reinforced concrete piers and semi-integral abutments, founded on spread footings. The wearing surface on the concrete deck will consist of asphalt pavement and waterproofing system (90 mm total).

Approach slabs will be constructed at each end with a sleeper slab. Parapet wall will be TL-4.

• The new 4-lane bridge deck will have an overall width of 24.05 m and 114 m in length. The cross section of the new bridge deck will consist of four 3.3 m wide lanes, two 3 m wide multi-use pathways (MUP) (one on each side), a 1.15 m wide raised concrete median, a side clearance of 0.5 m for the lanes along the sidewalk (outside lanes) and 1.0 m for the lanes along the median (inside lanes). A new TL-4 barrier wall will be constructed on both sides.

• The new bridge structure will maintain the existing navigable clearance of 3.35 m.

• The new 4-lane bridge will require additional cofferdams/dewatering for the excavation and construction of the new north abutments and piers.

• The existing 2-lane structure will be removed to bedrock at the abutments, to permit new foundation construction.

The bridge is located in the Municipality of North Grenville, along County Road 43 crossing over Kemptville Creek in Kemptville, Ontario.

Comments regarding the effect of this work on marine navigation can be sent through the Common Project Search site mentioned above under the Comment section (search by the above referenced number) or if you do not have access to the internet, by sending your comments directly to: Navigation Protection Program – Transport Canada

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100 S Front St, 1st Floor Sarnia ON N7T 2M4 Transport Canada (TC) will not make your comments on a project available to the public on the online public registry. However, any information related to a work is considered as unclassified public record and could be accessible upon legal request. As such, the information and records provided should not contain confidential or sensitive information. If you want to provide confidential or sensitive information that you think should not be made public, please contact TC before submitting it.

However, comments will be considered only if they are in writing (electronic means preferable) and are received not later than 30 days after the publication of the last notice. Although all comments conforming to the above will be considered, no individual response will be sent.

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2021 LEEDS GRENVILLE HOUSING PROGRAMS, BENEFITS, HOME OWNERSHIP AND RENOVATES HOMEOWNERSHIP PROGRAM The Homeownership Program provides down payment assistance up to 5 percent of the purchase price of a home to eligible homebuyers in the form of a 20-year forgivable, interest-free loan.

Applicants must:  Be first-time homebuyers, renting in Leeds Grenville  Be at least 18 years old,  Have a combined gross household income of $88,400 or less,

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Have assets of $50,000 or less, Have access to mortgage financing in order to qualify.

The home must have a purchase price of $280,000 or less and be located within Leeds and Grenville. Both newly- constructed and resale properties are eligible.

Applications: Complete applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis, subject to availably of funds. For more information visit: www.leedsgrenville.com/Homeownership

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ONTARIO RENOVATES PROGRAM

Ontario Renovates is a program that financially assists low-income homeowners by way of a forgivable loan to repair their home and/or increasing accessibility through modifications and adaptations.

Applicants must:  Be owners of the property,  Property must be livable, and the sole and principal residence,  Property must be within Leeds Grenville,

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Home must be valued at less than $225,000, Have a combined gross household income of $60,000 or less, Have assets of $20,000 or less.

Eligible accessibility repairs could include: ramps; handrails; chair or bath lifts; height adjustment to countertops; and cues for doorbells/fire alarms.

Applications: Complete applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis, subject to availably of funds. For more information visit: www.leedsgrenville.com/OntarioRenovates

RENT BANK PROGRAM

The Rent Bank program provides assistance to eligible low-income households residing within Leeds and Grenville to assist in housing related crises.

Applicants must:  Have a combined household income that does not  Reside in Leeds Grenville and meet residency exceed the Household Income Limits. requirements or status in Canada,  Not have an enforceable eviction order in place or  Include all household members that are 18 years and Landlord must be willing to stop eviction older as applicants, proceedings.  Not have accessed Rent Bank assistance in the last 24  Have exhausted all other possible sources of months, funding.  Have assets of $35,000 or less,

Applications: Complete applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis, subject to availably of funds. For more information visit: www.leedsgrenville.com/RentBank

HOUSING ALLOWANCES / BENEFITS

Housing Allowance programs and benefits provide a housing subsidy directly to eligible renters to assist in maintaining their rental accommodations within Leeds and Grenville.

Applicants must:  Be renting within Leeds and Grenville,  Be at least 16 years old,  Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident,  Not owe money to any housing provider,

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Have assets of $35,000 or less, Have a combined household income that does not exceed the Household Income Limits.

There are a number of housing allowance programs available that provide varying subsides such as, the Canada Ontario Housing Benefit (COHB); the Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH) housing allowance; and the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative (OPHI) housing allowance.

Applications: Complete applications will be considered on a first come, first serve basis, subject to availably of funds.

For more information visit: www.leedsgrenville.com/HousingAllowance

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by Paul Cormier, Salamanders of Kemptville It most certainly is the season for salads, particularly on warm days. It is also the season when garden produce is plentiful, either from your own work, or that of local farmers and gardeners. Also, most often, the simplest dishes give the most pleasure. Our Nutty Maple Spinach Salad is a case in point: simple, tasty, and so very much Canadian. So, enjoy!

Nutty Maple Spinach Salad

Ingredients: Dressing ¼ cup low fat mayonnaise ¼ cup maple syrup 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 1/3 cup of vegetable oil Glazed Nuts 2 teaspoons of sugar 2 tablespoons maple syrup 6 tablespoons water ¾ cup whole walnuts or pecans Salad Makings ¼ cup of soft goat cheese 1 small bag of baby spinach 1 small red onion 12 thin slices of pickled beet (if you have some) Preparation: 1. Whisk together the mayonnaise, maple syrup, white wine vinegar, sugar, and vegetable oil in a small bowl for 2 minutes. Refrigerate.

2. Mix the sugar, the 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, and water in a small pan. Stirring constantly, bring to a slow boil over low heat. Reduce heat and add the nuts. Stir to coat.

Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside to cool.

3. Wash your spinach and dry well. Divide between 4 to 5 salad plates. Top with 3 slices of beet and thin slices of red onion. Crumble soft goat cheese on each salad and top with glazed nuts. Drizzle with dressing.

Many thanks to those of you who have reported in on their success with the recipes or have just sent best wishes. All are most welcome and appreciated. So, please keep in touch at pcormier@ranaprocess.com.

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World Breastfeeding Week

by Hayley Bedford The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) is a global network of individuals and organizations dedicated to the protection, promotion, and support of breastfeeding worldwide.

Every year, WABA coordinates and organizes the World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), which was celebrated last week between Aug 1-7.

This has been a particularly busy year, with the 2020 Tokyo Olympics taking place in the middle of a pandemic.

Due to the COVID-19 restrictions surrounding this year’s games, several athletes, including Canada’s own basketball player, Kimberley Gaucher, were almost faced with a heart-breaking decision between representing their country, or staying home to

nurse their child. Fortunately, the Tokyo 2020 organizers realized that nursing babies could be accommodated and allowed athletes to bring their babies with them.

Unfortunately, closer to home, local mothers have their own Olympic style hurdles to jump in order to establish and continue breastfeeding. Winchester Mom, Tina Ouellette, reached out to the Times to tell us of her experience here in North Dundas, and I fear her story is not uncommon. Tina says that “breastfeeding resources are something many families will require access to and sadly, as new parents who struggled and needed support from our community, finding those resources was a daunting task that consumed so much time that would have been better spent resting and enjoying our new family”.

However, Tina did some research and found help from the Winchester chapter of the La Leche League (LLL).

The League is a registered charity that provides motherto-mother, parent-to-parent support for pregnant women, new parents, and families. It

Hospital about having a certified lactation consultant on staff for people requiring access, both in the maternity ward and after discharge, as well as providing access to families who need this assistance. But, unfortunately, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) require extensive education, testing, and a mandatory 90 hours of in-person lactation mentorship before being accredited. There is no one more qualified to help with breastfeeding than this, but their services are hard to find, and for the most part private for-profit.

Thankfully, Tina did succeed and has managed to successfully feed her child beyond the recommended 6-month period; but as she says, “It shouldn’t have been that hard!”.

For more information on the Winchester-Kemptville Chapter of La Leche League, email: lllcwinchester@hotmail.com, or phone 613774-3722, 613-774-2047 , or 613-258-4667.

is an entirely voluntary organization comprised of parents who now wish to support others in their breast-feeding goals.

Tina’s experience with this group was very positive.

The group leader even invited Tina and her baby to her home for one-on-one support. Despite this, however, Tina was still struggling to feed her child and searched further for help. “After a painful and sleepless week with my newborn, a Facebook post I wrote in desperation resulted in finding a local certified lactation consultant and nurse who travels between hospitals.

Bless her heart; for a modest fee, she came to see us in the middle of the night after her shift ended to support me through a desperate time and then came a few times afterwards. Half of those visits she wouldn't accept payment for.”

But as Tina states, and as many of us have experienced, “In reality, there is no one coming to your aid at 3 a.m., when your lack of sleep, colic, and breast pain collide in epic fashion”.

There have been discussions with the Winchester

Live Twilight Auction Sale

Thursday August 12th at 5:00 P.M To be held on site at civic #2245 Simms St. in the Village of Mountain Antique & Modern Furnishings, Antiques & Collectibles, Jewellery, Tools, Electronics, Antique Sewing Machines, Game Systems, Houseware, Quilts, Records, Bed Frames, Car Ramps, Vintage Linens and Clothing, Bikes, Framed Pictures, Coca Cola Memorabilia, Wedding Dresses, Wool and Much Much More Note: The staff and volunteers at the house of Lazarus have been planning and preparing for this event and therefore have been collecting and setting aside the better items they have been receiving for quite some time. Be sure to attend for this is a perfect opportunity for collectors, people setting up homes and college students setting up dorms for the first time. All items will be sold with no taxes applied and all proceeds will be going to the food bank and to their outreach programs including their community meal program.

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New study finds print ads beat Facebook ‘times over’

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The results of a new research study that shows that print ads are more effective than Facebook ads should be considered as a “wake‑up call” to marketers, according to one industry analyst. The study, overseen by Duane Varan and commissioned

by Australian publishers’ group ThinkNewsBrands, revealed that advertising on news platforms – including print – are more effective than Facebook or YouTube.

The study is described as the first of its kind properly comparing news versus social media in terms of ad impact. More than 5,350 participants were included in the study which ran across 42 print runs and 252 websites and which together created 6037 unique brand exposures.

The study set out to understand the impact news platforms have along the path to purchase, by measuring key metrics across short and long‑term memory, as well as brand 15

lift. The first tranche of the research showed t h e e ff e c t i v e n e s s o f “advertising in news” against “non‑premium run of the internet sites” including TechRadar, the Daily Mail, Yahoo, Mamamia and Buzzfeed.

“The results fill an important void in understanding the larger media landscape,” Duane Varan said.

Newly‑released findings show that ads such as quarter, half, and full‑pages in print outperform Facebook ads of all types by up to four times Combined news formats were found to be twice as effective as combined Facebook formats, and advertising across a combination of news in print and digital was twice as effective as Facebook display and video for unprompted recall.

Ads in newsmedia were as good as (or better than) ads on YouTube, delivering 1.7 times the

unprompted recall of six‑second YouTube ads, and on par with 15‑second YouTube ads, whether on desktop or mobile.

ThinkNewsBrands general manager Vanessa Lyons said the research was a wake‑up call for marketers. “Investing heavily in social media a d v e r t i s i n g i s n ’t t h e answer you’ve been led to believe,” she said.

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The bene“fit”s of staying active as we age

by Jill Woodley Staying active at any age can be a challenge, and often we are our own worst enemy. How many of us have had those negative thoughts that creep into our brain that sidetrack our successes?

From the most athletic, to those just starting out, we all have self-doubt sometimes.

For some seniors, getting back into any level of activity can be daunting. The key is to be kind to yourself, start with one step, and move at your

own pace.

The most recent addition to encouraging movement and an active lifestyle is Yoga in the Park, the brainchild of local yoga instructor, Sandy Guest-Poulin. Twice a week, under the softly swaying trees,

Sandy welcomes people to the mat for an hour of Hatha yoga specific to seniors. We caught up with her to find out more about the benefits of yoga, and how it can fit into our daily lives.

What are the benefits of yoga, especially as we age?

Yoga is an anti-aging practice. It promotes the feeling of well-being by toning both the body and mind. It helps to maintain coordination, flexibility and balance, and improves our agility. Most yoga poses are designed to create space in our bodies. Lengthening the spine in downward dog and child creates space between each vertebra, which then improves nerve conduction to all organs, so everything is working and flows better.

Also, as we age, our bones lose density and our joints become stiff. A gentle yoga practice slows the loss of bone density and relieves bone and joint pain.

Practicing Pranayama (breath exercises) increases our lung capacity, and sends

more oxygen to our cells, creating more energy and life force in our bodies. This helps to lower blood pressure and improve digestion.

Pranayama also helps with insomnia. Performing simple yoga stretches, or doing breathing exercises before bedtime, helps seniors focus on the moment, instead of worrying about things that happened during the day or what might happen in the future.

Yoga practice allows seniors to slow down their breath and meditate, creating time for calm reflection which in turn helps to sharpen the mind and improve cognitive function. Taking a break from the frantic pace of living can relieve stress and tension that builds up in the body. Many people who practice yoga regularly report improvement in their mood and memory.

Yoga is both an individual and social practice. After a year of lockdowns and virtual gatherings, nothing is better than being with like-minded people doing a yoga practice outdoors where you feel a breeze and the rays of the sun on your face. No one has left Yoga in the Park without feeling a lightness of being.

Why did you decide to support Seniors' Community Services?

I loved teaching exercise classes to seniors when I was a Recreationist at the Royal Ottawa Hospital Geriatric Unit. Now that I find myself on the doorstep to "seniordom", I want to offer my services to my peers. I believe that the services offered by SCS are integral to helping seniors stay well and living in their community. I believe that yoga is an excellent antiaging practice to promote healthy living.

Tell me a little about what a new client might expect at a yoga class under the sky?

This is a drop-in, "be kind to your body" class.

Participants need a mat, a blanket, and a bottle of water.

If they are a little stiff, or concerned about their loss of flexibility and strength, they can bring an armless chair. All yoga poses can be modified to suit their individual needs.

It is a slow, gentle, noncompetitive introduction Hatha yoga class offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 (we sometimes go overtime). Because the class takes place at Curry Park, participants can spread out at a distance that is COVID safe for them. It is noteworthy that all participants who have attended in the last month have had their two vaccines.

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from a "yoga class under the sky"? - the opportunity to be with like-minded individuals, outdoors in nature with the smell of dew on the grass, the gentle touch of a breeze on their skin, the soft warmth of the sunrays beaming down upon them, and the sound of birds chirping in symphony with my gentle piano music in the background. Our favourite class has been under the canopy of a big maple tree while the rain fell. That was truly awesome!

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A Grand Meteor Shower

by Gary Boyle The Backyard Astronomer Over the past few weeks, you have probably noticed a few meteors or “shooting stars” at night. You are witnessing one of the best meteor showers of the year.

The Perseid Meteor Shower is now underway from July 14 to August 14. The best time to see the most meteors will be on the night of August 12 and into the morning hours of the 13. This year, the crescent moon sets around 10:30 p.m. local time, leaving us with a dark sky. By contrast, next year’s Perseids takes place under a full moon, drastically reducing the hourly rate (of what??).

If you have the chance to observe from dark skies absent of any stray lights, enjoy the band of our Milky Way Galaxy, as this

collective glow of billions of distant stars stretches from Sagittarius in the south to Cassiopeia in the northeast.

Also, brilliant planets Jupiter and Saturn, to Jupiter’s right, will be out all night long to keep you company. These are unmistakable and located to the left of Sagittarius.

The peak of the Perseids produces about 90 meteors per hour, but occurs late afternoon in daylight on the 12th. Towards the end of the night, when the constellation Perseus is high in the sky around 3 a.m., we should still see from 50 to 60 meteors striking the atmosphere at 59 km/sec, or 36 mi/sec. A higher number of bright fireballs may be seen on nights before the peak, rather than nights after.

The friction of comet debris causes the “flash” or “streak” which safely vaporizes about

80 km high in the atmosphere, with no chance of meteorites hitting the ground.

The parent comet is named Swift-Tuttle, a 26 km or 16 mile-wide mountain of ice, dust and gravel that last appeared in 1992 in its 133year orbit around the sun. It will return in the year 2125, replenishing a fresh path of comet debris ejected from the comet’s surface as it gets close to the sun. Here is where the solar radiation interacts with the comet, causing volatile material to vaporize and create the comet’s coma, or cometary fog, measuring close to 100,000 kilometres wide around the smaller nucleus. A dust tail forms as debris is blown off the comet’s surface, much like confetti blowing off the back of a truck on the highway.

As Swift-Tuttle retreats from

the sun’s warming effects and back to the outer solar system, it fades away, becoming a dark mountain once again, only to be awakened by the sun upon its return.

The new comet dust lingers in space until Earth plows through the debris field in its yearly orbit around the Sun, much like crossing the finish line of a race. This is why the Perseids and other known meteor showers occur at the same time each year.

So, gather a few friends and/ or family members, set up chairs, bring snacks, and take advantage of warm moonless conditions to view this epic display. Look up at the stars, listen to the crickets and frogs, and let nature bring a sense of calm over you.

Till next time, clear skies.

Known as “The Backyard Astronomer”, Gary Boyle is an astronomy educator, guest speaker and monthly columnist for the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. He has been interviewed on more than 50 Canadian radio stations as well as television in Canada and the United States. In recognition of his public outreach in astronomy, the International Astronomical Union has honoured him with the naming of Asteroid (22406) Garyboyle.

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Cornwall hospital staff are joining thousands of front‑line hospital workers across Ontario in speaking out about their dissatisfaction with how their hospital employers and Doug Ford’s provincial government are treating them.

Registered practical nurses, personal support workers, environmental cleaners, and other hospital workers (who are members of CUPE 7811) took part in a socially distanced rally on Monday at the Cornwall Community Hospital.

They are among nearly 70,000 hospital workers across Ontario currently negotiating a new provincial contract. But after working the past 18 August 11, 2021

months at a hectic pace in a pandemic, these workers feel devalued by both the Province and their hospital employers.

They deserve a fair contract say their unions, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) and SEIU Healthcare, but they are instead, being “rewarded” by a wage cut under a provincial policy (Bill 124) that restricts them to a wage increase less than the rate of inflation. Bill 124 also impacts hospital workers’ ability to negotiate much‑needed increases to mental health supports, like psychotherapy and post‑traumatic stress counselling.

At Monday’s Cornwall rally, hospital workers asked for respect and better pandemic protections

– safety measures which will also benefit patients. In addition to getting Bill 124 repealed, they want the Ontario Hospital Association (OHA), the umbrella group for hospital employers, to take several concessions, including language around seniority and retirement packages, off the table.

In July, workers rallied at hospitals throughout Ontario’s northwest and northeast. Many similar rally actions are scheduled across the Province through the end of August.

CUPE’s Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU/CUPE) and SEIU Healthcare began bargaining with the OHA last month and will return to the table in early September.

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Diana Gifford-Jones: You were 74 when a coronary attack nearly killed you. A short time later you had a coronary bypass. Readers often ask what you have done to prevent another coronary for so long?

W. Gifford-Jones, MD: I have no single answer.

I’m convinced it’s been a combination of factors.

Diana: What’s your personal routine for heart health?

G-J: I was lucky to interview Dr. Linus Pauling years ago. He believed that heart disease is partially due to a deficiency of vitamin C. This causes microscopic cracks in the inner lining of arteries. A blood clot results with possibility of death. I didn’t want to pop handfuls of vitamin C tablets, so I formulated Medi-C Plus, a powder form of C in combination with lysine, and I’ve been taking 10,000 milligrams (mg) for 24 years without using cholesterol lowering drugs. Many doctors disagree with my approach. But even if doctors

insist on CLDs?, adding vitamin C in combination with lysine is a good idea.

Since vitamin C is water soluble and therefore lost in urination, it should ideally be taken three times a day.

Diana: Should everyone be taking such a high dose?

G-J: Only those who have suffered heart attack or are at high risk. For others, 2,000 mg twice a day is a good prevention strategy. Why? Because long-term high doses of C keep the inner lining of arteries “rubbery” and help prevent the build-up of blockages. If high doses of C result in diarrhea, cut back on the dosage, as bowel tolerance varies from person to person. Be patient to find the right balance. Remember, it’s better to sit on the toilet than to lie under a tombstone.

Diana: Dr. Sydney Bush, a U.K. ophthalmologist, showed that over many years of use, high doses of vitamin C reversed hardening of arteries. Sample retinal images of his patients are posted on our website. What else do you take to protect

took an Omega 3 blood test revealing ratios of good and bad fatty acids in the body.

G-J: Omega 3 EPA and DHA fight inflammation while omega 6 fatty acids cause inflammation linked to heart attack. Studies show that 97% of Canadians have poor ratios. A U.S study showed similar results. Researchers also found a stunning 90 percent of those taking fish oil supplements did not score well as they are hard to absorb.

But Canadian researchers have developed a fish oil called MaxSimil contained in Certified Naturals Clinical Omega3X. It’s three times more soluble than standard fish oil supplements, and that’s why I’ve recommended it and take it myself.

Diana: You are in your 98th year, and it’s been 24 years since your coronary attack. Some luck, yes. But you couldn’t have done it without a healthy heart. Keep on ticking!

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G-J: I take 500 mg daily of magnesium – nature’s natural vasodilator that helps to expand arteries.

Narrowed arteries cause a lack of oxygenated blood to various organs creating a pile of trouble such as Type 2 diabetes, with all of its complications, and eventually coronary attack.

Diana: You’ve also been taking one tablet of NEO40 daily for years. Why? G-J: Nitric oxide is produced by the inner lining of arteries, but production gradually decreases with age.

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Health Unit warns of Hepatitis A found in Frozen Mango Products The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a food recall warning of Nature’s Touch Frozen Food Inc. frozen mangoes due to possible Hepatitis A contamination.

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For individuals previously immunized with two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine, no further immunization is needed. If you are unable to identify the product you consumed or the store from which it was purchased, consider getting vaccinated.

The Health Unit is providing Hepatitis A vaccination to those who have eaten the recalled product in the last 14 days.

Clinics will be held in Brockville and Smiths Falls this Friday, August 6, 2021. Call 1‑800‑660‑5853 to make an appointment.

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Local COVID‑19 Vaccine Status Report Of the region’s population 12 years of age and over, 88% have first doses and 77% have second doses (as of Aug 1, 2021). For youth 12‑17, 75.3% have first doses and 46.7% are fully vaccinated.

255,387 doses have been administered to residents with a permanent address in LGLDHU, with 136,501 being a first dose and 118,886 being a second dose.

Our vaccination dashboard is updated every Tuesday.

Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself, your friends, family and coworkers against the spread of COVID‑19.

A single dose of the mRNA vaccine is not as effective as two doses (33% versus 88%) at preventing symptoms from the Delta COVID‑19 Variant that is circulating in Ontario now.

Get both your doses to have the best protection!

How to Get Vaccinated All aged 12+ are eligible for a first dose anytime and can get a 2nd dose: 21 days after first dose of Pfizer 28 days after first dose of Moderna (18+) 8 weeks after first dose of AstraZeneca (18+) Walk in vaccinations are available at all clinics – we post on our website and on our social media pages.

More appointments continue to be available in all areas; book an appointment through the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark online booking portal or call Leeds, Grenville and Lanark Call Centre 1‑844‑369‑1234.

Transportation is available if needed. Check our link online.

Pharmacies have both Moderna and Pfizer – some have AstraZeneca for those who received it as a first dose. Check a participating pharmacy – you may have received a first dose at a pharmacy and did not get booked in for a second dose; you can get your second dose from any of the options posted here.

If you have an appointment in our clinics in September or later, please cancel it and get an earlier appointment or walk in to any clinic. Submit cancellation requests online. Our staff are working to contact those with booked appointments by phone or email.

There is still time for students to get vaccinated this week in order to be protected by the time school starts. Pfizer for youth 12‑17 is available at all clinics. Our second Instagram Selfie Contest closes tomorrow – get your photos in by noon on August 4th! (@lglhealthunit.z). Starting Thursday, youth can also qualify for a prize in our third contest if they post a selfie with their reason for getting vaccinated. More details will be available here: healthunit.org/health‑information/ covid‑19/protection/youth‑clinics.

At this time, there are no 3rd doses needed or available.

Remember it is important to continue to follow precautions if you have one or even two vaccine doses. We need to keep protecting each other until we are all fully vaccinated.

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by Rachel Everett-Fry

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Having partaken of a breakfast, with friends, and having my camera with me, I decided to revisit the small riverside park, where a week ago I had seen some of the birds there. They didn't fail me, and I got good views of Canada Geese, Ring Beaked Gulls and. more interestingly, Ospreys. Two young ones made hungry calls from above which initially drew my attention but no parents arrived with food. Further calls to my left attracted me to the other side of the park and a hydro pole on which stood a grownup bird which appeared to be eating. I zoomed in my camera to see that it was an Osprey feeding on a huge fish. What more incentive did I need than that to start me walking across the grass to get a closer view? I was fairly exposed so headed for the shelter of the nearby building with seating beside it where I could sit and steady my camera for some more close‑up shots.

What a sight that was to see, as the bird clutched a huge fish in its talons and August 11, 2021

commenced to eat it whilst balancing to keep a hold of its perch in the odd gusts of wind! I could still hear the young ones calling out and the bird above me returned their calls now and again, but was still intent on feeding first. I watched it for half an hour or more as it devoured the fish from the head end and got some really good, but maybe gruesome pictures, of what it was eating with relish!

I, of course, was waiting for it to take flight with the fish to get an in‑flight picture of it on its way back to the nest. Well it happened all so suddenly that even though I was poised and ready, or so I thought, it was airborne and going, just like that! I snapped off once and then it was out of sight, I know not where, but

On August 4, 22 participants gathered in Anniversary Park for a Cardio Drumming Class in support of Parkinson’s Superwalk fundraising efforts. Nancy Miller-McKenzie and John McKenzie organized and hosted the event which was led by Nancy Morgan from the Workshop Dance Studio in Kemptville. In order to participate in the class, participants offered donations of their choosing to John’s Parkinson Canada SuperWalk fundraising page. The high energy class focused on music, movement, dance, and drumming.

Nancy estimates that the class raised $275 in support of research for a cure as well as programs for the support, education, fitness, and advocacy of those impacted

by Parkinson’s Disease.

John and Nancy were both “thrilled with the turnout and support. The donations were very generous.”

They hope to continue this

it suddenly appeared on the nest with the chicks! From my vantage point I could see the three of them at the nest and the two young ones greedily eating whilst being watched

by Mum or Dad who didn't stop long before launching itself off and heading away from me. It circled back, somewhere across the park, but was not easy to see. So, having had a super experience once again, I decided to head for home to see if there was anything of interest going on in the garden. But that will have to wait until another time. Until then, enjoy what nature has to offer you, but, more importantly, stay safe and well.

Cheers, John Baldwin

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