Major investment in Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion
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The Municipality of North Grenville is celebrating an historic $24.9 million investment from the Government of Ontario to expand and upgrade Kemptville's 30-year-old sewage treatment facility.
The funding is being delivered through the province's Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF), a stream of the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program (MHIP). This significant commitment is designed to help high-growth communities like North Grenville build the infrastructure needed to support new housing, attract business, and enhance quality of life.
MPP Steve Clark was on hand to make the announcement on behalf of the province and emphasized the importance of this provincial invest-
ment: "This funding unlocks more new homes, bringing in families to support local businesses and contribute to the social and cultural fabric of the community. I commend municipal staff and Council for the strong application, and I remain committed to ensuring the communities I represent continue to receive their share of provincial funding."
Mayor Peckford shared that: "This is an incredibly important investment by the Government of Ontario in North Grenville's capacity to meet the day-to-day needs of our growing community, particularly water and sewer. Our sewage treatment plant is over 30 years old and, while still functioning well, is in need of significant upgrades and expansion. With this $24.9
million contribution, we can ensure the infrastructure is in place for the hundreds of new homes now being built and a growing business community, while also safeguarding the long-term fiscal health of the municipality. The impact of today's investment goes well beyond the plant itself. This historic funding strengthens North Grenville's ability to:
Attract new economic opportunities as our serviced area grows;
Expand recreational amenities, including plans for an indoor, four-season sports dome and other future indoor and outdoor facilities;
Maintain and upgrade core infrastructure like roads, trails, sidewalks and multi-use pathways; and ensure our emergency services keep pace as
our community grows.
We are deeply appreciative for the province's confidence in North Grenville. With major investments like this, we can continue to be a strong, dynamic, and cohesive community; one that grows responsibly and provides a high quality of life for all residents."
Karen Dunlop, Chief Administrative Officer for the Municipality, added that: "Today's funding is key to ensuring North Grenville can move quickly into the next phase of our wastewater treatment plant expansion. This project will significantly increase our treatment capacity and strengthen our ability to support both residential and commercial growth. We are grateful for the province's support and especially proud of the teamwork that has brought us to this point."
This new funding builds on the nearly $22 million committed by the Ministry of the Solicitor General in November 2024, bringing the total provincial investment in the project to $46.7 million – one of the largest grants awarded in Eastern Ontario.
The first phase of the expansion of Kemptville's Sewage Treatment Plant is already underway at a cost of $66 million. The tender for phase two will be released in the next several months.
Watch announcement video here: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=ET-6-bRA-OE.
Seven Feathers reinstallation restores meaning to Indigenous Art in North Grenville
The Municipality of North Grenville is proud to support the reinstallation of the crosswalk depicting the Seven Grandfather Teachings, represented through seven feathers, at the junction of Clothier and Prescott Streets in Kemptville, in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Municipality invites media and residents to join the dedication ceremony on Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00 p.m. at Rotary Park, adjacent to the crosswalk.
by many Indigenous communities, offering guidance for how we all can walk together in respect and understanding.
The 2025 installation will be accompanied by a smudging ceremony led by Elder Albert Dumont and local dignitaries who will share the meaning of the Seven Grandfather Teachings with the community.
This important step ensures that the cultural protocols and intentions of the project are honoured and shared with the community.
them to the system.
The reinstallation fulfills the original vision for the crosswalk which was proposed in 2024 by North Grenville resident Carolyn Solomon to honour the Seven Grandfather Teachings which includes: Love; Respect; Courage; Honesty; Humility; Truth and Wisdom. The seven feathers are a sacred symbol recognized by Anne Crockett, Communications CoordinatorSoldier On
Carolyn Solomon is a child of the “Sixties Scoop”. Carolyn, along with her siblings were placed in Kemptville through the Children’s Aid Society after being separated from their Ojibwe community. Like many Scoop survivors, they were placed with non-Indigenous “adoptive” parents, who later returned
During this time Carolyn’s little brother, Teddy Bellingham, went missing while still a ward of the Children’s Aid Society. In 1992, at just 16 years old, Teddy’s body was found brutally murdered in Smiths Falls. Despite this, Carolyn Solomon continues to humbly dedicate herself to the North Grenville community. Beyond being a pioneer of women in trades as a licensed electrician, she also serves as the Second Vice President of the Kemptville Legion Branch 212, and Maintenance Coordinator.
In 2024, Carolyn Solomon was awarded grant support through the Municipality’s Arts and Culture Development Fund, after submitting a grant application for the original crosswalk installation. Regrettably, the Seven Feathers Crosswalk was installed in-
correctly without adherence to the appropriate cultural protocols, which caused confusion and harm.
The Municipality voluntarily removed the crosswalk after publicly acknowledging its error and committed to reinstallation in a manner that fully respects Indigenous tradition.
Soldier On Conquer the Rideau Canal 2025 – A Journey of Resilience
of those who have suffered an injury or illness while serving their nation.
This September, 18 remarkable Canadians will embark on a journey of courage, healing and resilience – one that deserves to be seen, heard and shared. Your community will become centre stage of this powerful journey.
Soldier On’s Conquer the Rideau Canal 2025 (CTRC 25) is a transformative event that will showcase powerful stories
From September 5 to 13, Soldier On member will paddle more than 200 kilometres from Ottawa to Kingston, covering 18 to 27 kilometres per day along the historic Rideau Canal. Each member has a unique story of service, sacrifice, and strength.
This nine-day expedition is more than a physical challenge. It’s a deeply personal journey for each participant, supported by
their peers and the encouragement of Canadians along the route, forming a team united by purpose and perseverance.
We encourage local residents to come out, cheer on the participants, and show their support as the team passes through. They reach Merrickville on September 10, where
they’ll camp for the night before paddling to Rideau River Provincial Park, passing through Burritt’s Rapids and along the north boundary of North Grenville.
For more information about Soldier On or this event, please visit our website: www.soldieron. ca.
The North Grenville Men’s Shed is searching for a year-round shop space of 1500-2000 square feet within approximately 5km of downtown Kemptville.
Essential needs are as follows: • Heated
floor • Adequate
and sufficient
outlets for a shop
• Bone dry environment for expensive machinery
• Parking for at least ten vehicles
• Ground floor
Our group is mostly self-funded and has limited income. Our requirements include many community-oriented projects such as bike racks and signage for the Red Shoe Triathlon, child benches, raised garden beds, veggie trugs, wood turned items, upkeep to the Kemptville Youth Centre, the bat house project and a variety of other projects. NGMS serves the needs of retired men who enjoy camaraderie and service to the community. We currently have 35 registered members.
We would recognize any person or group that would provide free or low-cost space to us as we are a not-for profit organization.
Kemptville Male Choir
looking for members
Gentlemen, (Guys) can you, or do you wish to sing with a group of like-minded Guys? If you do, and weren't aware of our existence, please don't be afraid to contact us, the Kemptville Male Choir (KMC) and make us and yourselves happy too! We are seeking men of all ages to join us and to make up our numbers to provide a great variety of music to the community, as well as for our own satisfaction.
To aid choir recruitment, the KMC will be having open (walk-in) choir practice evenings on the following dates. All potential men singers interested in seeing what the choir is all about, and in getting a chance to meet them all, are welcome to come and join us at St. John’s United Church, 400 Prescott St., Kemptville.
Tuesday, September 9; Tuesday, September 16; and Tuesday, September 23.
Practices commence at 7 p.m. (19.00)until 9p.m. (21.00). Please arrive earlier than 7p.m. so that we can talk to you prior to the practices. Just walk in and someone will be there at the door to greet you. Anyone needing further assistance can call the contacts listed below. Thanks.
Contacts:- John Baldwin, 613-258-0835; Chris Morgan, 613-258-7559.
Bishop’s Mills WI celebrates 40 years of Community Action
by Jeanne Lambert
Anniversaries are important times to celebrate and encourage us to take stock of how things have changed and how things are. The Women’s Institute branch in Bishop’s Mills recently celebrated 40 years of building community and sharing stories. The branch was started in 1985 when the village was celebrating its anniversary. Over 40 people joined in on June 22, including present and former WI members from the region for the afternoon event held in the community hall.
The decorations in the community hall displayed the 1985 theme and included clothing and toys (yes, some of the members still have dresses from days gone by!), as well as poster boards with clippings from 1980’s Sears catalogues of clothes, shoes, appliances, technology, and home décor. Food was provided in the usual style with many delicious homemade
squares and treats, along with lemonade and iced tea to keep us all cool on the hot June day.
Visitors included local municipal council members and FWIO representatives: Linda Bates from the Kingston Area and the Linda Zelem from the Provincial office. Many women have been involved in the group over the years and several women who were present in 1985 are still actively involved. Four charter members were presented with certificates for their years of service as well as receiving 40-year pins.
A summary of the BMWI educational activities, heritage preservation, activism and fundraising was printed in a brochure and, in the past 40 years, the small but mighty group has raised and donated over $45,000 to the local hospital, hospice, many other charities and cancer foundations. The group also contributes substantially to the upkeep of the beloved
community hall.
The Bishop’s Mills Women, along with their neighbours and friends continue to work together and make a positive difference in the community. The September meeting will include a guest speaker, Michele Andrews, who will talk about Climate Action through the lens of education, especially of girls and women.
For information about attending local meetings, please contact Jeanne Lambert at jeanne.lambert828@ gmail.com. Or send a message through our Facebook page.
The Bishop’s Mills WI holds monthly meetings and welcomes new members interested in meeting their neighbours and getting involved in their community. If you are interested in finding out more about the larger scope of WI, see the Provincial organization’s website: www.fwio.on.ca.
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Can’t buy me love
by David Shanahan
I must admit, when I saw how many articles were coming in to the Times this week showing our M.P.P. Steve Clark smiling and handing out cheques, usually surrounded by Mayor and Council with a changing cast of extras, I immediately went to the calendar to see if we were in an election year. Perhaps I missed the date somehow? But no, this unusual raft of funding announcements apparently has nothing to do with any upcoming electoral contest, either provincial or municipal.
Maybe it was just that Steve was in town for the day and they decided to get all the cheque-centred photo ops out the way all at once. Whatever the reason, it was really great to see so much financial support coming in to the municipality, the hospital, and the TR Leger school at the Campus. Not something to turn your nose up at. Well done to all those
at all levels who were part of the application process. It’s not a straightforward procedure and takes a lot of time, energy, concentration, and finding just the right words to convince the powers that be to shell out to the many initiatives seeking money. Of course, it’s our money really, tax dollars well spent, especially in these cases.
But once I got the idea into my head that elections might be in view, I couldn’t help but think of the way things may go in the coming year. We’ll have municipal elections next November, and there’s no telling how many, if any, of the current council will seek re-election for a further four year term. But you can be sure that they will face challengers if they do decide to go for it. In fact, there have been a number of individuals who have been busy “campaigning” already. These keyboard warriors have been taking to various Facebook pages, or even creating their own custom-made ones, on
Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I wonder which Genius in our Municipal Council thought it would be a good idea to allow Construction Companies to build at minimum five apartment buildings on the same street where the football field, ball diamonds, children’s playground, family swimming pool, children’s Splash Pad, tennis courts, outdoor multipurpose rink/ basketball court, skateboarding park, family picnicking area, walking trail, and the Municipal Post Office are located. At present, three are under construction on the former elementary school property and potentially two more apartment buildings on the vacant land beside the Royal Canadian Legion. Does DAAA Mean Anything To All of You!
Gladly signed, Josephine M. Herman PS Don’t ya’ just love Freedom of The Press and “The Privilege to Vote”
Dear Editor,
The all-purpose paths the municipality have installed are so well used, as proven with the busy traffic on the new one to Equinelle.
Kudos to those on council
which they could attack the current lot. These have often been quite scurrilous in tone and content, criticising things council have done, not done, should have done, or might yet do. Anything at all are grounds for condemnation.
The last municipal election, as I predicted at the time, was quite nasty and set a precedent that was, to say the least, unfortunate. Some of those who lost in that contest, and their supporters, vented their spleen on successful candidates, voters, and, of course, this newspaper. Sadly, we have become used to that level of political discourse over the past decade. It is one thing to have open dialogue and disputation on issues and even on personalities, where warranted. But it is the sly, sneaky, cowardly and ignorant who spread their venom from the safety of the internet, knowing that only the privileged few who have access to their pages will see just how despicable they really are.
who initiated their construction. However, often those on bikes give no warning when coming from behind. In some provinces it's a law that all bicycles have a bell installed. We have all ages using the path, from toddlers to seniors. Recently, in two separate instances, my neighbour and I were walking side by side on the path, on the right side of the line, when a biker blew past us, relatively close. No bell, no warning shout. A misstep to the left and one of us would have gotten hit. Most pedestrians will move to the side if a biker announces their presence. But we need to know they are there!
Nancy MacLean
Dear Editor, Thank you for the two informative articles about the Ferguson Forest Centre that you published in the August 28, 2025 edition of the North Grenville Times. (Vol.13, No.33)
Sarah Herring’s front page story informed reader’s of all the Centre’s achievements in the twenty five years of its existence, while David Shanahan wrote about the forest’s historical roots, and its evolu-
To be fair, a trait unknown to many of these warriors, a few have surfaced openly to launch attacks on their perceived opponents; but these attacks are often couched in vague conspiracy terms, or are based on misleading information and lies. We’ll see some of these individuals begin to develop a public profile over the coming year, arriving out of the blue to claim a deep and committed interest in the well-being of their community, in spite of the fact that they’ve been quite uninvolved in the same community since the last election.
Now, I know that one of the accusations levelled against this newspaper and its owners is that we are simply the mouthpiece of this mayor and council. This probably amuses and somewhat puzzles mayor and council, since they have so little contact with the Times, other than through press releases. They have singularly failed to take advantage of the open pages
Dear Editor,
tion from a provincial entity under the Ministry of Natural Resources, to a successful, local, non-profit corporation. (‘How the Forest Centre was saved’ pg. 10)
The people and local politicians of the time are to be commended for their persistence in their efforts to keep the Ferguson Forest Centre alive and a viable economic driver for the area.
All the people who volunteered their time to keep this project from being sold off - including the bus loads of Mohawk peoples from Akwesasne - are to be commended for their foresight. They are a real life example of anthropologist Margaret Mead’s famous words:
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
These articles are encouragement for all those volunteers today who are continuing their work to save their local green spaces.
Lynne Monk (Visitor
to Kemptville)
we offer them to have their say, and the Letters and Op-ed pages often contain clear and open criticisms of the way council carries on its business. The Times is open to all sides to have their say, other than to those who have stated openly (actually, secretly on-line) that they want nothing to do with the paper. We are perfectly happy to honour their position, and will continue to do so in future.
Ah yes, the coming year may prove interesting for many reasons, not least of which will be the continuing efforts of Mayor Peckford and her Council Colleagues to deal with friends, critics, provincial and federal politicians, municipal staff, keyboard warriors of all stripes, budgets, developments, planning, infrastructure, and, of course, we the people of North Grenville in all our varied issues and gripes. I am amazed that anyone with a clear mind actually wants to do the job. They can provide funds and roads and
How does a person become evil, or are they born that way? In particular, I’m referring to Mr. Trump. The latest news is his threat, again, against Greenland and planning to take it over by military force if necessary. The report speaks of covert operations by “his” people, not saying in particular in what manner.
Then I ask, how could anyone vote for or support Mr. Poilievre, when he is a fan of Donald Trump and company, i.e., the MAGA group that supported the illegal occupation of Wellington Street in Ottawa. This is a constant refrain, I understand, but the person is certainly a threat to democracy for all of us.
Another example is the heavy military presence in Washington, D.C. as of late, and next, possibly, Chicago. The Mayor in Chicago says they have it under control themselves already.
That’s why I find Trump scary and also Mr. Poilievre, because he has the same mentality, which was obvious in Ottawa. Also, to have no respect for procedure in Parlliament, for example, by calling your opponents “wacko”, and various other
swimming pools and spend hours sitting through mindnumbing council meetings, but at the end of the day, they find that none of these things can buy them the love of the voters. You do it because it’s the right thing to do, something else those “warriors” know nothing about.
names. I would think a respect for proper decorum might be nice. Just saying. K. Piché
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Join Community Futures Grenville at a 35th CelebrationAnniversary
Community Futures
Grenville is proud to announce a milestone celebration marking 35 years of service to the local business community. The organization will host its Annual Meeting and 35th Anniversary Celebration on September 19 at the Maitland Tower, inviting partners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to reflect on the past and look ahead to an ambitious future.
This year’s event will feature the unveiling of two major honours:
• The recipients of the Futures Grant, a new initiative investing $27,500 in five visionary community projects that will create a lasting legacy; and
• Four outstanding local businesses who will be recognized with a onetime Lifetime Achievement Business Award, celebrating their enduring impact on the regional economy.
“In honour of our 35th anniversary, we are not only celebrating our history, but investing in the future of our region,” said Mitch Bloom, Chair. “This year’s event will be focused on recognizing those who built a strong foundation, while launching new tools to empower the next generation of business leaders.”
In addition to the awards, Community Futures Grenville will be announcing the launch a suite of innovative programs designed to support entrepreneurs and community development.
The Annual Meeting promises to be an inspiring morning of recognition, connection, and forward-thinking leadership. Attendees will be the first to learn the names of this year’s award recipients and gain early access to information on the new programs.
Community Futures
Grenville is one of 36 organizations in southern Ontario, delivering the Community Futures Program. This a community-driven economic development initiative designed to assist communities in Canada’s rural areas to develop and implement strategies for dealing with a changing economic environment. This program is funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
Event Details:
Date: September 19, 2025 Location: Maitland Tower, 1243 2, Maitland, ON
Time: Breakfast 8 am; meeting 9-10:30am
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For more information about the event or Community Futures Grenville’s new programs, please visit www. cfgrenville.ca.
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Grenville Curling Club offers both adult and youth learn-to-curl programs!
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Every Sunday from November 9, 2025 – March 29, 2026
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Why farmers show up at AMO – and why it matters
by Paul Maurice, Executive Member,OFA
Last week, leaders from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) joined more than 2,000 elected officials and staff at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) annual conference in Ottawa. Although it’s likely an event most Ontarians have never heard of, it’s one of the most important political gatherings in our province, bringing together municipal leaders from across Ontario alongside provincial cabinet ministers, MPPs, and government officials.
For Ontario’s farmers, this event is more than just another conference. According to AMO’s own
statistics, municipalities across the province together own, operate, and maintain nearly half a trillion dollars’ worth of infrastructure - roads, bridges, transit, water, waste management systems and more. Local governments are also responsible for decisions that directly affect how we live and work, from taxation and building permits to land use planning and economic development initiatives. Having agriculture at the table ensures that farm families and rural communities are part of those conversations. This is important because, collectively, agriculture and food contribute more than $50 billion to our provincial economy ev-
ery year and support over 871,000 jobs. Put in another way, we employ 11% of Ontario’s workforce. For the last number of years, members of the OFA board and staff have been attending the AMO conference because it’s a unique opportunity to engage directly with the decision makers who shape our rural landscape.
Our discussions focus on the issues that matter most to Ontario farmers: protecting farmland through sound land use planning, ensuring investment in rural physical and social infrastructure, and supporting the economic vitality of rural Ontario. A strong rural economy supports a strong provincial economy.
This year, the severe drought impacting much of the province was a topof-mind discussion. Farmers are feeling the effects on their crops and livestock, and it underscored the need for municipal and provincial leaders alike to understand the importance
of resilient infrastructure and responsive support systems in rural areas. Municipalities play a vital role in supporting this sector by fostering business-friendly environments, protecting farmland, and investing in rural infrastructure and services that allow farm businesses and food processors to thrive.
The provincial government also has a role to play, from ensuring adequate funding for municipalities through the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund to providing legislative and policy frameworks that support rural economic development and the agri-food sector.
OFA supports smart growth strategies that meet housing and industrial needs while also strengthening our economy, creating jobs, supporting local infrastructure, protecting the environment, and safeguarding Ontario’s food supply. This includes the creation of an “Ontario Foodbelt,” a concept put forward in Bill 21, the Pro-
Apprenticeship program at Kemptville Campus receives increased funding
The Ontario government is investing more than $2.4 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream to help 3,200 youth, jobseekers and apprentices in Eastern Ontario prepare for in-demand careers in the skilled trades. This funding is a part of a broader effort to strengthen Ontario’s workforce, improve productivity, and protect workers from U.S. tariffs. MPP Steve Clark announced the Kemptville Campus and T.R. Leger Apprenticeship Accelerator: Powering Motive Trades for 2025 and Beyond program will receive $1,814,718 through the Skills Development Fund. The project will address barriers to Red Seal Apprenticeship completion and boost awareness of the skilled trades for 550 workers.
“The Skills Development Fund has been an incredible success in Leeds and Grenville, and I hear regularly from people who have benefited from the training programs our government is funding. This
opportunity has put them on a path to a life-changing career,” said Steve Clark, MPP. “We’ve been able to bring training programs back to Kemptville Campus that support our agricultural sector, and I’m pleased Junior Achievement is now able to help more youth explore the skilled trades.”
“Skilled-trades training is a critical component of a resilient local economy. Today’s announcement equips 3,200 people across our region with the skills employers need – while helping businesses in agriculture, construction, and manufacturing fill critical roles,” said Mayor Peckford. “North Grenville is proud to have been a strong voice alongside our MPP Steve Clark to invest in apprenticeships at the Kemptville Campus, so we can leverage organizations like Junior Achievement, T.R. Léger, as well as our industry partners, to deliver results. We are thrilled that the government of Ontario continues to see the tremendous merit in offering skills
training locally, so that more youth and adults in our region have access to well-paying jobs in the trades.”
MPP Clark was joined at the announcement by Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario, which is receiving a $609,398 investment through the SDF Training Stream to deliver the Empowerment of Youth in Skilled Trades project. The initiative will promote careers in the skilled trades to 2,650 students in Eastern Ontario through hands-on training, mentorship and paid placements for 40 students in high-demand sectors such as construction, manufacturing, motive power and aviation.
“Too often, young people have the talent and drive to succeed in the skilled trades but lack the opportunities to explore and prepare for these careers. Every young person deserves the chance to turn their dreams into achievable goals, no matter where they start,” said John McNutt, President & CEO, Junior Achieve-
tect our Food Act, 2025. We also support the Agricultural System approach, which is now required across the province under the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement. This helps municipalities plan for farming and food as a system, not just individual farms or parcels of land. To make it work, municipalities should:
• Develop strategies to grow their local agrifood sector
• Support businesses that serve and supply farmers
• Invest in agricultural infrastructure needs
• Promote local food initiatives in their communities OFA is committed to working collaboratively with municipal and provincial leaders to build a thriving, inclusive, and resilient rural Ontario. Together, we can ensure that agriculture remains a pillar of economic prosperity and that rural communities continue to grow, contribute, and flourish.
The conversations at AMO are not just about policy, they are about building relationships. To me, the agriculture sector must continue to tell our story, explain the realities of farming, and work collaboratively to ensure that municipalities see agriculture not just as a land use, but as an economic powerhouse and community cornerstone.
ment Northern and Eastern Ontario. “At Junior Achievement, we open doors through financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship education, giving youth the tools to create their own opportunities. With the Skill Development Fund’s support, our programs in the skilled trades go beyond teaching technical skills; they build confidence, spark ambition, and show young people that their future is theirs to shape.”
The Skills Development Fund Training Stream is open to a wide range of applicants, in-
cluding employers, industry associations, labour unions, hospitals and many more. The funding announced today builds on our government’s mission to protect Ontario and ensure it remains the best place to live, work, and raise a family.
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Since its launch in 2021, Ontario’s Skills Development Fund has helped connect more than half a million jobseekers with the skills and training they need to find good-paying and fulfilling careers close to home.
Photo: From left: OFA Executive Member Paul Maurice, Director Teresa Van Raay, Ontario Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Rob Flack, OFA President Drew Spoelstra, Vice President Ethan Wallace, and Director Clint Cameron at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Annual Conference. [Photo courtesy of The Hon. Rob Flack’s
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Fair Entry Exhibits Exhibit Buildings (9/10)
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Poultry Show Canarm Poultry Pavillion (5)
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Touch a Truck Ball Field (15)
Admission: Adults $15; Children 6-12 $5; Children 5 and under free
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Pancake Breakfast
Drummond Building, Hall (2)
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Barn of Learning – Farm Comes to Fair
Cattle Barn (6)
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Antique Showcase
Antique Tractor Showcase (21)
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
A Walkthrough of Fairs Past H.E. Baker Building (4)
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Fair Entry Exhibits Exhibit Buildings (9/10)
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Poultry Show
Canarm Poultry Pavilion (5)
9:00 AM
Heavy and Light Horse Show
Drummond Building, Arena (1)
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Chainsaw Carver - Tom Stefan Anniversary Tower (3)
Real Estate - Wills & Estates - Corporate - Family Law
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
9:00 AM Pony & Horse Show Outdoor Horse Ring (26)
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Chainsaw Carver - Tom Stefan Anniversary Tower (3)
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Petting Zoo & Pony Rides Optimist Pad (24)
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Blacksmith - Koss Forge Anniversary Tower (3)
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Marketplace, Craft, Artisans Spencerville Community Centre (11)
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Rockwall – Tribeck Inflatables Arena Lot (12)
10:00 AM, 1:00 PM Mojo Magic Optimist Pad (24)
10:30 AM Pet Show Grandstand (13)
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Robertson Amusements Ltd All You Can Ride Braceletsfrom 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM - $45.00 Midway (20)
12:00 PM, 6:00 PM Isabel Hoops Optimist Pad (24) 5:00 PM Truck Pulls Grandstand (13)
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Trackside Tavern H.E. Baker Building (4)
5:00 PM -1:00 AM
E-Tent Opens Must be 19+
Entertainment Tent (22)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Petting Zoo & Pony Rides Optimist Pad (24)
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Blacksmith - Koss Forge Anniversary Tower (3)
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Marketplace, Craft, Artisans Spencerville Community Centre (11)
10:00 AM - 8:00 pm
Rockwall - Tribeck Inflatables Arena Lot (12)
10:00 AM Parade, “It’s a Celebration” Parade Line Up Route (28)
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Robertson Amusements Ltd. Midway (2)
12:00 PM Grenville Milk Producers Court Yard (23)
12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Rock-A-Billy Joe Optimist Pad (24)
12:00 PM
Jersey Cattle Show
Outdoor Cattle Ring (25)
12:00 PM
Heavy & Light Horse Show Drummond Building, Arena (1)
12:00 PM Sheep Show Drummond Barn 2 (8)
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Trackside Tavern H.E. Baker Building (4)
1:00 PM
RCMP Musical Ride Ball Diamond 1 (14)
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Live Entertainment
Amanda Keeley
Entertainment Tent (21)
Admission is included in the fair ticket
1:30 PM
Baby Show, Registration Drummond Building, Hall (2)
2:00 PM, 6:00 PM
Isabel Hoops
Optimist Pad (24)
2:00 PM
Baby Show
Drummond Building, Hall (2)
6:30 PM
The Royalty Show
Little Sir & Little Miss Competition
Spencerville Fair
Junior Ambassador and Ambassador Competition Drummond Building, Hall (2)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Mammoth Pumpkin Weigh-in Drummond Building, Arena (1)
8:00 PM
Northfire Circus Circle Entertainment (18)
8:00 PM -1:00 AM
Live Entertainment
Canada’s Bob Seger Tribute Show
Opening act, Country Rocks
Followed by Mark Mulligan’s After Party Must be 19+
Entertainment Tent (22)
Admission $15.00
3:00 PM
Antique Tractor Pulls Grandstand (13)
5:00 PM -1:00 AM
E-Tent Opens
Must be 19+
Entertainment Tent (21)
6:00 PM
Saturday Night Horse Show Drummond Building, Arena (1)
8:00 PM
Northfire Circus Circle Entertainment (18)
8:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Live Entertainment
The Road Hammers
Opening act, Dan Davidson
Followed by Mark Mulligan’s After Party Must be 19+
Entertainment Tent (21)
Admission $40.00
Spencerville Fair 2025
Rideau Roastery Kemptville
Spencerville Fair 2025
SUNDAY,
Admission: Adults
$15; Children 6-12
$5; Children 5 and under free
8:30 AM
Western Gaming Show - EXPO
Outdoor Horse Ring (26)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Antique Showcase
Antique Tractor Showcase (21)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
A Walkthrough of Fairs Past
H.E. Baker Building (4)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Barn of Learning –Farm Comes to Fair Cattle Barn (6)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fair Entry Exhibits Exhibit Buildings (9/10)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Poultry Show Canarm Poultry Pavillion (5)
10:00 AM
Western Gaming Show
Outdoor Horse Ring (26)
10:30 AM, 12:30 PM Mojo Magic Optimist Pad (24)
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Rockwall - Tribeck
Inflatables Arena Lot (12)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Robertson Amusements Ltd. Midway (20)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Chainsaw CarverTom Stefan Anniversary Tower (3)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Petting Zoo & Pony Rides Optimist Pad (24)
SEPTEMBER 14
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Blacksmith - Koss Forge Anniversary Tower (3)
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Marketplace, Craft, Artisans
Spencerville Community Centre (11)
11:00 AM
Dairy Goat Show Drummond Barn 2 (8)
11:30 AM, 2:00 PM
Isabel Hoops Optimist Pad (24)
12:00 PM
Purebred Beef Cattle Show Drummond Building, Arena (1)
1:00 PM
Power Wheels Demolition Derby Ages 3-9
Ball Diamond 1 (14)
1:00 PM
Demolition Derby Ball Diamond 1 (14)
1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Live Entertainment
Gail Gavan
East Coast Experience The County Lads
Entertainment Tent (22) Admission is included in the fair ticket
2:00 PM
Isabel Hoops Optimist Pad (24)
Who knows where the Times goes?
is standing with the
Brandenburger Gate in the background.
Here
Karl,
& Kole
went on various family trips over the years with the North Grenville Times close at hand. They've brought the Times to Cofresi Beach in the Dominican Republic, on board the Grand Princess cruise ship to Disenchantment Bay in Alaska, and in this photograph, on Main Street USA at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom in Florida.
Our invitation to readers to share photos of the Times on their holidays was accepted by far more individuals and families that we ever expected. It has been really wonderful to receive pictures from all over the world, from Iceland to Australia, and from Poland to Alaska. Canada was well-represented too, from Newfoundland Labrador to British Columbia. The contest is now closed, but we still have so many photographs to share that we’ll extend coverage through next week’s issue. We’ve had to choose just one picture from each family/ individual, so many were submitted. In more than one case, we got six or more photographs from one source! We are so grateful to all those who brought the Times with them on their vacations and took the trouble to take and send in their holiday snaps. Here are a few more examples.
United Way Leeds & Grenville Launches Emergency Response Grant
United Way Leeds & Grenville are calling on the community to come together in response to the devastating fire in Brockville that caused the death of an elderly woman and has displaced and impacted local families. To meet this urgent need, United Way Leeds & Grenville is taking immediate action through two vital programs:
1. Urgent Needs Fund –Immediate Relief for Families Through the Urgent Needs Fund, United Way
provides direct financial assistance to fire victims. These funds are used quickly and flexibly for essentials such as emergency housing, food, and clothing—helping families stabilize and begin rebuilding their lives right away.
2. Emergency Response Grant – Strengthening Community Recovery United Way is also launching a new Emergency Response Grant, designed to help local nonprofits deliver critical relief and recovery ser-
vices. These grants will be fast-tracked to ensure organizations on the frontlines have the resources they need to respond effectively. While inspired by this fire, the grant will remain in place as a standing resource for future emergencies, ensuring our region is prepared to respond quickly when disaster strikes.
How the Process Works:
Step 1: Community Appeal for Donations – United Way will serve as the trusted hub for emergency
donations, ensuring contributions are coordinated and managed transparently.
Step 2: Opening Agency Applications – Once funds are secured, eligible local agencies engaged in disaster response will be invited to apply for support.
Step 3: Accountability and Recovery – Agencies receiving funds will report back on how dollars were used and the impact achieved, ensuring both transparency and measurable community outcomes.
“Families need help today, but our community also needs the tools to recover tomorrow,” said Mayor Matt Wren of Brockville. “These two programs work hand in hand to ensure no one is left behind in this crisis.”
United Way is urging residents, businesses, and community leaders to contribute. Every donation will go directly toward relief and recovery, ensuring both immediate support for families and long-term commu-
nity strength. Donations can be made online at www.uwlg.org or by calling 613-342-8889.
“United Way has always been here for our community’s most vulnerable,” said Hailie Jack, Executive Director of United Way Leeds & Grenville. “We’re proud to step in during emergencies to provide immediate aid, while our annual campaign continues to strengthen long-term support and essential services across Leeds & Grenville.”
During Finn Schouten’s Eurotrip he visited the Black Forest and Berlin.
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iconic
Jean Hutcheon was on vacation on Pender Island, BC, and took this photo from the back deck of her lodging looking out on the Pacific Ocean.
Curtis, Chris and Leroy Rekmans stopped to catch up on local news while visiting the famous Big Nickel in Sudbury, Ontario.
Brian,
Lesley
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With fresh fruit and vegetables abounding, it’s great to combine some great tastes and apply them to your favourite foods. Salsas are particularly useful as an multi-purpose dip for tortillas or a topping for meats, fish and seafood. Today’s recipe combines the sweetness of peaches with the tartness of a salsa. Do try this fresh Georgia Peach Salsa.
Georgia Peach Salsa
Ingredients:
• 3 cups of fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 1 red pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 2 cups of peaches, peeled and diced (or you can leave the peel on, if you prefer)
• 3 teaspoons each of lime and lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar (or whatever vinegar you have on hand)
• 1 tablespoon of white granulated sugar
• A teaspoon of Tabasco sauce
• A sprinkle of black pepper, to your taste
• Some folks like some fresh chopped cilantro, about a half cup, if you wish
Preparation:
Bring all the ingredients together in a large bowl and mix thoroughly, then refrigerate for at least three hours. You can use this salsa as a dip with tortilla chips or triangles of Naan bread, toasted lightly. You can also use as a topping for any meat, fish or seafood that has been cooked. The combination of hot and cold works well. As special treat might be using this salsa with jumbo shrimp as part of a shrimp cocktail.
Let me know if, or how, you’ve tried this! All the best from pcormier@ranaprocess.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS
September 7
10x10 EUCHRE Time: 12:30 pm
Registration starts at 12:30 and play starts at 1:00 p.m. 10 x 10 means you play 10 games with as many euchre hands as you can within 10 minutes per game, for unlimited points. Stick the dealer. $5 per player. For information contact debiar@ymail.com.
at Pierce's Corners, also known as the Marlborough Community Centre, 3048 Pierce Road.
September 9
Kemptville Male Choir Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm open (walk-in ) choir practice evenings: SEPT 9, 16 & 23
September 11-14
170th Spencerville Fair. Come Home to Your Fair! Spencerville Fairgrounds 22 Ryan Street, Spencerville, Ontario AT ST JOHN’S UNITED CHURCH, 400 PRESCOTT ST. KEMPTVILLE.
September 11
100 Women Who Care
Q3 Meeting Registration and social 6:00 pm Light menu and cash bar available.
Pre-order your dinner here: Catered Affairs online linkhttps://cateredaffairs.square.site/ at Catered Affairs, Kemptville Campus
September 14
Wizard Card Tournament Time: 12:30 pm
Registration starts at 12:30 and play starts at 1:00 p.m. $5 per player. For information contact debiar@ymail.com.
At Pierce's Corners, 3048 Pierce Road
September 20
BBQ and Blues Dinner and Dance at the Kemptville Legion Time: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$50 per person Tickets can be purchased at the Kemptville Legion, Moose Mart, B&H, Fast Eddies and Brewed Awakening See www.kemptvillelegion.ca for more details.
September23
Beats & Brews Trivia Night Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join Seniors’ Community Services (SCS) and Kemptville Brewing Co for a high-energy evening of Music Trivia, prizes, and community spirit. Tickets: $25 per person Grab your friends, form a team. Reserve your spot today, as tickets
A Birds’ Welcome Back from our holidays
Having been away on holiday “across the pond” for nearly a month, I was interested to see what birdlife there would be to greet us on our return. Well, there wasn’t a great number of birds waiting to do that, seeing as my feeders had been literally cleared out in our absence. However, within minutes of our airport pickup friend’s car doors being closed, we had a visit from a female Hummingbird amidst a whirring of her wings and a plaintive effort trying to get something from her feeder! Super! At least one of them had spotted us and had missed us too!
First job in the next morning was to be a replenishing of all the feeders, which are now steadily attracting back some of the other breeds too. The cleaning of the bird bath also attracted a couple of birds and so, hopefully, life will get back to normal for both us and them.
As can be seen from my pictures, our faithful Chickadees are also still here, as well as a rather winsome Grackle, be it also somewhat disheveled looking! We are looking forward to a few more varieties putting in an appearance or two very soon, so all is not lost!
Of course, our pre-holiday nesting birds are not in evidence, namely the Bluebirds and the House Wrens, so they presumably have successfully raised their families and departed to other feeding spots. It will be interesting to see if either of them return to us before the migration season is once more upon us.
Look after yourselves and stay safe and well, Cheers,
John Baldwin.
are limited!
Call us at 613-258-3203, or email jill.woodley@seniorscs. ca to purchase.
September 28
Birds of Prey Time: 10:00 am
The big show returns! Always a thrilling event with several different raptors from eagles to owls to who knows what else. Three shows at 10:00, 12:00 and 2:00 in the Arboretum. Additional informationwebsite: www.friendsofthefergusonforest.com
At The Ferguson Forest Centre Arboretum, 241 Honour Way, Kemptville, ON September 29 and October 6
Grenville Gremlins Time: 7:00 pm
Kemptville Square Dance Club. Join us for 2 free Open House Square Dancing at the Kemptville Municipal Centre
October 19
Artisan Market Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Kemptville Legion
Gravitate Travel: TRAVEL TALK
September 27
In partnership with Celebrity Cruises and Transat All-Inclusive Vacations, at 11:15 am for an exclusive insider look.
Visit https://gravitate.travel/events-list/ for more details
RECURRING EVENTS
Knights of Columbus Monthly Supper at Holy Cross Church Hall 503 Clothier Street West. Suppers are held at 5:30 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month, September to November and January to May. Cost $10 per person, $5 for a child under 12 and $25 for a family.
PROBUS: Fellowship, Fun and inFormed presenters are part of the PROBUS gathering on the third Wednesday of each month at St Paul's Presbyterian Church Hall at 9:30AM. For more information contact at n.g.probus97@gmail.com
Kemptville Legion: Fridays 3-9. Free Pool and Darts. Everyone Welcome
BINGO at the Kemptville Legion every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from Sept-June. Doors open at noon, Bingo starts at 1pm..
LEGION EUCHRE will be held at 100 Reuben St., the 3rd Saturday of each month. Registration starts at 12:30, with Euchre starting at 1:00. Cost is $5 to play - cash prizes. NG Duplicate Bridge Club Masonic Lodge 311 Van Buren Kemptivlle, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 12:15. All Levels of bridge players are welcome. Info call 613795-7155
Friendship Lunches are offered to everyone every Friday. Please join us in our lower hall by 11:30 for a free meal, companionship and fellowship at St. John's United Church hall at 400 Prescott St. and begin at 11:30. There is no charge. A free will offering is appreciated. Everyone is welcome. Friendship Café is open to the community Tuesday's from 10 to noon. All are welcome to stop by, enjoy a hot beverage, a sweet treat and some friendly conversation all at no cost. At St. John's United Church hall at 400 Prescott St. Tuesday Community Hub hosted by the House of Lazarus All are welcome to drop in. Advocacy, “make a meal, take a meal” cooking opportunities, community services assistance are just a few of the weekly programs. Stop by and visit or contact House of Lazarus directly at 613-989-3830 for more details. “Building Community, Sharing Hope”. Upstairs at St. John's United Church at 400 Prescott St. Modern Square Dancing in Kemptville with the Grenville Gremlins Square Dance Club. Monday Evenings 7:309:30pm. North Grenville Municipal Center County Road 44 For more info call Debbie at 613-795-3032 or Google "Kemptville Square Dancing"
Saturday Art Social every Saturday morning at the NG Public Library! 10 am - 11:30 am at the NG Public Library. Free with basic materials provided
BID EUCHRE at Pierce's Corners (aka the Marlborough Community Centre) at 3048 Pierce Road on Tuesday, September 9 and 23. Registration starts at 6:30 p.m., play starts at 7:00 p.m. Contact Debi at debiar@ymail.com
EUCHRE at Pierce's Corners (aka the Marlborough Community Centre) at 3048 Pierce Road on Tuesday, September 16 and 30. Registration starts at 6:30 p.m., play starts at 7:00 p.m. Contact Debi at debiar@ymail.com
North Grenville Men’s Shed
A men’s shed provides a safe and friendly environment for men to socialize and/or do projects.
Contact: Peter Ivay 343 598-1174 or website ngmensshed. com for scheduled meetings on the calendar and additional information.
Malala Women’s Choir
Invites you to explore uplifting music for treble voices. Rehearsals: Wednesday evenings 7:00 – 9:00 pm, March 5– May 28, 2025. At St. Andrew’s Knox Presbyterian Church, 23 Bennett St., Spencerville. To register: contact Sheila at 613-658-5290 or sheilafawcett92@gmail.com No previous choral experience required.
Membership fee: $35
Kemptville Horticultural Society - meetings are held monthly, except July, August & December. The are held the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church.
NG Pride: 2SLGBTQAI+ Seniors and allies meet 2 - 4pm the first and third Sunday of each month at the NG Library. Join us for coffee, chat, cards and shenanigans.
South Branch Serenade FREE Event Every Thursday Night Throughout July and August. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Rotary Park in Downtown Kemptville Kemptville Street Piano Join us on Saturdays for FREE musical adventures. 1:00 pm
North Grenville Public Library terrace
Chickadee
CLASSIFIEDS classifieds@ngtimes.ca
OASIS PAINTING
Free Quotes! INTERIOR / EXTERIOR
613-408-4432 - William
FOR SALE
Franklin Mint Collection Car size 3 7/8
"L dazzling die cast cars of the '50s and '60s with a display shelfs in Pristine condition.Best offer.613-258-0445. Leave a message.
Fall sale, time to plant cedar hedges, pine , spruce & birch. Horse manure for your flowers and garden. Call 613.258.3561
Heavy-duty disposable incontinence pads; heavy duty washable incontinence pads; nightgowns open back with ties for men; urinal never used/O-ring /doughnut pad. Call #613 258 0445
Firewood for camping @ $60.00/cord. Call Reg 613 258 7606
We sell and install cedar trees for hedges and we are also looking to harvest cedar trees for cedar hedges from land owner(s). Joanne (613)799-0958
TO RENT
Winchester For RENT, suite, private bath, private entrance, all inclusive. For accommodation or small business. Luxury setting. $1200/ month. christinefripp@ gmail.com
LAND FOR RENT to farm. High producing for soy bean and corn. Reasonable to the right farmer. Call 613.258.3561
CALL TO VENDORS
Calling All Vendors for Kemptville Legion Artisan Market, Oct 19, 2025 from 10am - 3pm. Inquiries at artisanbranch212@ outlook.com
WANTED
Clean, dry garage for senior, transitioning to a smaller living. Need a safe place to store clean furniture for a reasonable rate.Rental short term 3mths approx. Kemptville .Call 613-258-0445.Leave a message.
ACROSS
1. Cripple
5. Kiss and cuddle
9. Cut, as a log
13. European volcano
14. Glacial ice formation 16. Black-and-white cookie
17. Drunkards
18. Spin 19. P P P
20. Spectacles
22. Morse code messager
24. Rodents
26. Tropical vine
27. Express criticism 30. Nook
33. Harem
35. Beau
37. East northeast
Solutions
38. Scoundrel
41. Letter after sigma
42. View
45. Contender
48. Brought out
51. Junkies
52. Pandemonium
54. Rational
55. Similar
59. Range
62. Egyptian river
63. Rewrites
65. Possessing necessary skills
66. Small wild ox
67. Relative magnitudes
68. Dour
69. Lascivious look
70. Profound
71. Visual organs
DOWN
1. Clutter
2. At the peak of
3. Hybridize
4. Eye makeup
5. Supersonic transport
6. Colorful salamander
7. Bay window
8. Tasty clove
9. Female singing range
10. District
11. Cry
12. Snack
15. Cloudless
21. Male deer
23. Chew on
25. Type of fabric
27. Applications
28. British penny
29. Cacophony
31. Perceptibly
32. Leavening agent
34. Buffoon
36. Grooves
39. By way of
40. Terminates
43. Atomic
44. Bounce back
46. Jewish month
47. Blood line
49. Keen
50. Thingamajig
53. Hotel apartment
55. Nitpicky to a fault
56. One less than 10
57. Balm ingredient
58. Anagram of "Site"
60. Hint
61. Stitches
64. Soak (up)
100 Women Who Care North Grenville Q3 Meeting
by Rowena Pearl
100 Women Who Care North Grenville is hosting its third quarterly meeting on Thursday, September 11 at 6:00pm. It will be held at Catered Affairs, located on the Kemptville Campus at 820 Heritage Drive.
Please go to the website www.100womenwhocareng.com if you wish to place an order for a delicious dinner for $17.95, or for dessert $3.00 and/or a warm beverage only for $2.50. Please pre-order your preferences by September 10, via either Catered Affairs or the 100 Women Who Care NG websites. The bar will be available for alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks, as always.
The 3 nominated charities for this quarter are:
Habitat for Humanity
Naomi’s House
Spencerville TNR
To date, 100 Women Who Care have raised to date $131 899.33 towards local charities. We have partnered with the Ottawa Community Foundation to streamline the donation process. Members can log on to the Foundation’s central website then enter “100 Women Who Care North Grenville” as the fund to receive your donation. This system automatically generates a tax receipt, making the whole operation that much easier. Please do not click on the anonymous box, as we do need to know who has made each donation.
We don’t stop at 100 women: in fact, the more the merrier! We are looking to make the biggest local and immediate charitable impact we can. 100% of your proceeds go towards the nominated charities.
Join us for the North Grenville Chapter of 100 Women Who Care and help bring positive change to our community.
We’d like to take this opportunity to add a special thank you to our spectacular sponsors. To Catered Affairs for the venue donation and to Samantha Rivet-Stevenson for covering our administrative costs.
For more information on 100 Women Who Care North Grenville, visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/100womenwhocareng.
Or our website: https://100womenwhocareng.com.
We look forward to seeing you all for a fun-filled meeting on Thursday September 11 at 6:00PM for the meal, 6:30PM for the social, and 7:00PM sharp for the meeting.
Programs returning to the NG Public Library in September
The North Grenville Writers Circle:
Date: Mondays, 6pm-7:50pm | Returning Monday, September 8, 2025. Registration: Not required. Description: The NGWC welcomes writers who are just thinking about becoming an author, aspiring novelists, as well as traditional and selfpublished authors. A number of published authors, who write in a variety of genres, monitor the closed Facebook group. If you are interested in joining the group on Facebook please visit www.facebook.com/groups/158937931438568.
Youngsters of Yore:
Date: Thursdays from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Returning September 4, 2025. The Youngsters of Yore meet every Thursday afternoon at the Library. This group is run by some of our Friends of the Library volunteers. Each week there is a guest speaker and refreshments are served.
NG Poetry Guild:
Date: 3rd Thursday of the month, 6 pm- 6:50 pm | Returning September 18, 2025. Registration: Not required. The North Grenville Poetry Guild hopes to capture your imagination, teach you to articulate your emotions and learn to appreciate your inherent creativity. To learn more, check out the Guild’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ groups/3070181083210759. All welcome!
Repair Café:
Dates: Saturday, September 27. Registration: Not required. Have a sewing project you need help with? Have any small broken electronics you’d like help fixing? Drop by the repair café with your project for some one-on-one help! Do you have a phone with a broken screen? Maybe a small kitchen appliance? Why not drop in and see if someone can take a look? For more information or for questions on specific items please contact Tricia: pmjh@snowie.ca. Other programs continuing this September: Knit 'n Natter: Tuesdays, 1:30 pm NGPL Book Club: 3rd Tuesday of the month,
Dobson, Archie September 3, 1990
In loving memory of a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great GrandfatherThe world changes year to year, Our lives from day to day. But the love and memory of you shall never pass away. Gone 35 years. Always & Forever in our hearts, Fran, Tammy, Shannon, Douglas & Jade
On July 13th, 2025, in the early morning hours James “Jim” Alfred Reynolds passed away peacefully in his sleep at the Kemptville District Hospital. Beloved husband to Jean and loving father of Drew (Jody) and Melissa (Greg). He was also a beloved grandpa to Madison, Freya, Meagan, Brianna and great grandpa to Max and Maverick. Dear son of the late K.C. and M.B. Frances, dear twin to Jane (Ken) and brother of Wendy (late Dave) and Bernadette “Bernie” (Bill). He was predeceased by his sister Blanche (Dale) and brothers Frank and Kenneth “KC” Charles to with whom he will join in heaven. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Jim’s father was stationed in Rivers, Manitoba when he was born and after another posting the family later moved to Kemptville where he eventually settled. Jim joined the military himself as a medic, traveled all over Canada and once retired after a 20-year service, he pursued his passion in the culinary arts. Jim liked people and wouldn’t hesitate to strike up and hold a conversation with a stranger for hours. The phrase “he would give you the shirt off of his back” stands true. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family, playing darts, bowling as well as passionately watching golf in his spare time and nobody can forget his many years of dedicated service at the Kemptville Legion. He loved cooking and sharing his meals with others, including his famous meat pie and chicken noodle soup. A special thanks to the Kemptville District Hospital caregiving staff including doctors and nurses for the wonderful care given to Jim over the past few years.
Donations to the Kemptville District Hospital or the Ottawa Heart Institute are gratefully accepted. The Celebration of Life will be held at the Kemptville Legion Branch 212, 100 Reuben Cres. on Friday September 12th from 3:30pm-6:30pm following the burial at Holy Cross Cemetery at 3pm.
James “Jim” Al ed Reynolds
Common Sense Health
Why flying is safer than surgery
by Diana Gifford-Jones
Many of us have the experience of boarding a plane with a prayer that the pilot has had enough sleep. With your surgeon, it’s a similar problem. Few people get to choose who will do their surgery. Even if you’ve gone to the trouble of arranging a referral to the best, how can you know the doctor hasn’t hit a rough patch? Maybe a crumbling marriage? Or a punishing work and travel schedule that simply has your surgeon fatigued? What can you do?
As individual patients, not much. In fact, wait lines are often so long there’s a disincentive to jeopardize that precious surgery date. But as for airline pilots, health care systems have safeguards to ensure surgeons are in good working order. But they are looser and more opaque.
Working hours for pilots are strictly regulated by law. Residents in training often work 24-hour shifts, despite known fatigue risks. Ful-
ly trained surgeons often have no legally mandated work-hour limits. Schedules are set by hospitals and departments. Is there a culture of bravado among doctors, that they tolerate this? When there’s a near miss in an airplane, the pilot faces the same consequences as passengers. When a surgeon makes an error, there no co-surgeon to prevent or correct it, and reporting of incidents is rare for fear of lawsuits.
Physicians are trained to diagnose and to treat. They are not trained to admit vulnerability. Yet, the profession is showing serious strain. More than half of Canadian doctors report feeling burned out, with many contemplating early retirement. In the United States, the numbers are similar. Across Europe, countries have begun to notice alarming levels of depression, addiction, and even suicide among doctors.
Why then does the public know so little about existing programs that support doctors and
Nutrition tips for back to school
by Dana Douglas, MScFN, RD, South East Health Unit Tips for Packing a Balanced School Lunch
their families. Even healers need help when the going gets rough. We should be broadcasting the programs that care for doctors. And they do exist.
The Ontario Medical Association offers a confidential Physician Health Program for doctors, residents, and medical students dealing with mental health challenges, addictions, or professional stress. Other provinces in Canada have comparable services. The U.S. has the Federation of State Physician Health Programs. In Europe, the NHS Practitioner Health service in England, the Practitioner Health Matters Programme in Ireland, and programs in the Netherlands, Norway, and France provide support.
Spain offers a particularly sobering example. In the 1990s, several high-profile physician suicides shocked the medical community there. The profession realized that denial and silence were killing
their own, and that patients, too, were at risk. In response, the medical colleges created the Programa de Atención Integral al Médico Enfermo, or “Comprehensive Care Program for the Sick Doctor.” It has become a model across Europe, combining confidentiality with structured monitoring to ensure doctors get well and return to practice.
The model is strikingly consistent across jurisdictions, offering confidential support, separate from licensing bodies, to encourage doctors to step forward. Where risk to patients is clear, reporting obligations to regulators remain. But the central aim is prevention: address problems before they spiral into impairment, mistakes, or withdrawal from practice.
Should the public know more about these programs? My answer is, yes. Not to fuel distrust, but to build confidence. A doctor who seeks help is
not a doctor to be feared; quite the opposite. Still, it is easy to see why some bristle. Shouldn’t the system be stricter, not gentler, with impaired physicians? Isn’t there a danger these programs “protect their own”? Such suspicion misreads the design. These programs are protective, for doctors and
patients. Alas, medicine clings to its culture of invincibility, and that’s why flying is safer than surgery. Sign-up at www. docgiff.com to receive my weekly e-newsletter. For comments, diana@ docgiff.com. Follow on Instagram @diana_gifford_jones
Children spend much of their waking time at school, so the meals and snacks they eat there are a major source of the energy and nutrients they need to grow, learn and play. Most schools have a meal or snack program that is available for all students; talk to your child’s teacher or principal to learn more about what your school offers.
When packing a school lunch, aim to include foods from each category of Canada’s food guide: vegetables and fruit, whole grains and protein foods. For example, a whole grain pita stuffed with cooked chicken breast and a variety of colourful veggies provides a balanced meal with essential nutrients. Additionally, you can pack whole grain crackers with hummus and a side of sliced apples or baby carrots for a diverse and satisfying lunch. Incorporating a variety of foods with different flavours and textures not only helps your child meet nutritional needs but also keeps lunchtime interesting.
For drinks, white milk, unsweetened fortified soy beverage and plain water are the best choices. Juices, flavoured milks and fortified soy beverage (e.g., chocolate), energy drinks and sports drinks are all high in sugar, which kids do not need. Even 100% fruit juice or “no added sugar” juice have a lot of natural sugar. Energy drinks should not be offered as they are high in caffeine and other ingredients that are not safe for children.
For more information on packing a school lunch, check out our What’s For Lunch?” resources by typing in the search bar at healthunit.org. You can also connect with us on Facebook and X @LGLHealthUnit.
Ontario Investing $1.08 Million in Kemptville District Hospitals
The Ontario government is continuing to protect local health care by investing $1.08 million through the Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund (HIRF) to upgrade/repair infrastructure at Brockville General Hospital and Kemptville District Hospital. Kemptville District Hospital is receiving $478,509 in HIRF funding.
In addition, Steve Clark, MPP, announced the following local health service providers will receive funding through the Community Infrastructure Renewal Fund (CIRF):
Rideau Community Health Services: $73,903
Country Roads Community Health Centre: $50,518
Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health: $12,496
The local funding is part of a broader $257 million investment to support critical infrastructure upgrades and repairs at 126 hospitals and 66 community health-care facilities across the province.
“I’m pleased to deliver this funding to our local hospitals and community health services on behalf of our government. It will ensure patients can continue to access the care they need in safe, modern environments,” said MPP Clark. “These investments will also upgrade the workplaces where our dedicated healthcare professionals are providing exceptional care in our communities every day.”
“This funding is critical for KDH, which requires improvements to aging infrastructure to continue providing high quality and safe healthcare for our community,” said Frank Vassallo, CEO of Kemptville District Hospital.
The HIRF and CIRF programs enable healthcare system partners to address their urgent infrastructure needs, including upgrading or replacing roofs, windows, security systems, fire alarms, and emergency generators. This year, the Ontario gov-
ernment increased funding for these programs by 12.3 per cent.
“Our government is continuing to make historic investments to protect Ontario’s healthcare system, ensuring that more people in Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes can connect to the care they need, where and when they need it,” said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “Supporting infrastructure upgrades at hospitals in Brockville and Kemptville is another way our government is ensuring people can receive highquality care, closer to home.”
Ontario continues to make historic investments in healthcare. Over the next 10 years, the province is investing nearly $60 billion on major health infrastructure. This is part of the Ontario government’s plan to get shovels in the ground on more than 50 major hospital projects across the province, which will deliver approximately 3,000 new hospital beds and build a connected, peoplefirst healthcare system.
Through Your Health:
A Plan For Connected and Convenient Care, Ontario is expanding and modernizing hospitals and building new healthcare facilities, making it faster and easier for people of all ages to connect to the high-quality care they need, where and when they need it.
KDH hosting free seminar for high school students
Kemptville District Hospital (KDH) is hoping to inspire the next generation of health care workers. KDH is hosting its inaugural ‘Explore a Future in Healthcare’ seminar for high school students.
The one-day seminar is FREE to attend and open to all students in grades 9 to 12. ‘Explore a Future in Healthcare’ is set for Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 9am to 2pm. Students must have their own transportation to and from KDH to attend the seminar, and be up to date on their immunizations, including Covid-19 shots.
‘Explore a Future in Healthcare’ includes a pizza lunch and KDH swag bag for all participants. Spaces are limited; email hr@kdh.on.ca to register. The deadline to register is Friday, September 12, 2025, or until spaces are filled.
Participants will learn about a wide variety of exciting careers in the healthcare industry, including pivotal roles in maintenance, nursing,
environmental services, medical device reprocessing, administration, dietary, material management, IT, diagnostic imaging, physiotherapy and more! They’ll get to speak to healthcare professionals directly about what it’s like to work in their respective departments.
“KDH is excited to welcome young people who are considering a career in health care,” said the hospital’s CEO, Frank J. Vassallo. “The Ontario healthcare system continues to grow and evolve, which generates new opportunities. I’ve worked in healthcare for over 20 years, and I can’t recommend it enough! You’re constantly learning and collaborating; no two days are the same and the work you do contributes to the provision of high quality and safe health care for people in your community.”
Students will tour different areas of the hospital, including the Emergency Department (ED), Diagnostic Imag-
Funding to Upgrade Kemptville Outdoor Pool
The Municipality of North Grenville is thrilled to share that it has received a $200,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) Capital grant to complete essential upgrades the Kemptville Outdoor Pool at Riverside Park. From replacing aging filter tanks
and piping, to renewing the pool’s coping and tiles, these improvements will ensure that the facility remains safe, reliable, and welcoming for families and swimmers of all ages for years to come.
Mayor Peckford says “Thanks to this support
from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, North Grenville can modernize the mechanical heart of our outdoor pool and refresh crucial safety surfaces. This investment keeps this cherished outdoor pool functioning well for the long term for the thousands of residents who rely on it each summer, from swim lessons and aquafit, to family swims and community programs delivered with the YMCA. We’re appreciative to OTF for helping us sustain an amenity that supports healthy, active living across generations.”
Kemptville’s Outdoor pool supports water safety programming for youth and offers low-impact activity options for older adults, families, and people of all abilities during the summer months. Through a partnership with the local YMCA, the pool supports 86 pro-
grams in a 3,500 sq. ft. facility footprint, drawing thousands of drop-in visits each season.
“I’m pleased that the Ontario Trillium Foundation is making this $200,000 investment to replace critical pool infrastructure, ensuring Kemptville’s cherished outdoor pool remains a place where people of all ages can continue to make a splash and great summer memories,” said Steve Clark, MPP for Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes. “An investment like this is critical for the Municipality of North Grenville, as it allows them to maintain important recreational assets and frees up capital funds for other projects.”
Tana Torch, Director of Parks, Recreation and Culture for the Municipality of North Grenville added "We’re so excited about
ing (DI), CT Scanner Suite, lab, pharmacy, dietary services and health records. The seminar also includes a video tour of KDH’s Operating Rooms (ORs), information about volunteer opportunities at KDH, grants available to students pursuing healthcare careers (Ontario Learn and Stay Grant), and a presentation by members of KDH’s Senior Leadership Team.
“KDH is proud to offer this invaluable opportunity for high school students because we know how important it is to encourage our youth and support their aspirations,” said CEO Vassallo.
KDH intends to host ‘Explore a Future in Healthcare’ annually, and, potentially, expand it into a two-day seminar in 2026. For more information, or to inquire about ‘Explore a Future in Healthcare,’ email hr@kdh.on.ca.
these upgrades! They’ll make our outdoor pool safer, more reliable, and ready to welcome the community for many years to come. By modernizing the filtration system and updating the pool surfaces, we’re improving water quality and safety, while also creating a more enjoyable and accessible space for swimmers of all ages. This investment ensures that everyone, from toddlers learning to swim to seniors staying active, can continue to feel included and supported."
The total project cost is $286,455. In addition to the OTF grant, North Grenville will invest municipal funds to complete the remainder of the work.
• Scope of work: Remove and replace filter tanks and face piping Renew pool coping and tiles (Associated tasks include patching/abrading
surfaces and addressing any localized plaster/coating issues.)
• Planned schedule:
Procurement (RFP and contract): January - March 2026; Installation: AprilDecember 2026; Project term: January 5, 2026January 5, 2027.
The Municipality of North Grenville extends sincere gratitude to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for this generous support, which reflects its ongoing dedication to helping communities thrive through health, wellness, and active living.
Announcing the funding for the pool were Steve Clark, M.P.P., Mayor Peckford, Deputy Mayor Barclay, Councillors O’Sullivan, Strackerjan and Wilson, and Director Tana Torch.
MPP Steve Clark is joined by Julie Caffin, BGH President, and CEO and Frank Vassallo, KDH CEO.
A Summer to remember in Downtown Kemptville
by the Downtown Kemptville BIA
It’s been a summer to remember in the heart of Downtown Kemptville: full of energy, connection, and community pride. From live music to familyfriendly fun, the core was alive with activity, and the Downtown Kemptville BIA was proud to be part of it all.
Events like Buskerfest, the return of the Father’s Day Car Show, the South Branch Serenade, the always-enchanting Kemptville Street Piano, and live music at local restaurants filled our streets with creativity and joy. We were also proud to support a number of additional events organized by local groups and partners that added even more vibrancy to our downtown.
To celebrate and encourage community support for local businesses, we launched the Shop Local Summer Contest, proudly sponsored by the Downtown Kemptville BIA. Eight lucky winners each took home a gift basket valued at approximately $400, filled with items and gift certificates from downtown shops: our way of saying thank you for continuing to shop local and support the small businesses that make Kemptville unique.
This summer also marked exciting growth in the core, with several new businesses opening their doors, adding fresh energy and new reasons to explore downtown.
And for those looking to stay connected all year long, we’ve revamped our community newsletter! Now called the Downtown Kemptville Spark, it’s your go-to source for events, business updates, and everything happening in the core. To sign up, visit our website at www.downtownkemptville.ca.
As we move into fall, we encourage everyone to keep that community spirit alive. Whether it’s shopping, dining, or simply enjoying the charm of downtown, every visit helps build a stronger, more connected Kemptville.
Support local. Make memories. See you in the core.
Rideau Glen Ladies Golf League
by Joan Beauregard
Social media is now mainstream, and a few of our members use it to entertain us with snippets found around the web. A favorite this month is “ Golf; the adult version of an easter egg hunt”. How true! It certainly speaks for the RGLL outlook of enjoying the challenge, the fun, and the social. League play this August has been all of that for sure, with our weekly games, the 90th year for the annual De Pencier Tournament, as well as representation in the 3rd Annual Glen Cup and Kemptville Sports Hall of Fame tournament.
New this season is a very successful arrangement of asking for players to volunteer to help with the weekly check-in. Consensus among the over-100 members who participated is that they enjoyed it and would gladly do it again. For the league executive committee, it was a huge bonus and very much appreciated.
August 14 was our De Pencier tournament. Thirty-two ladies paired up for this two-person alternate shot challenge. Sunshine and the cool breeze made for wonderful weather for the tournament.�Congratulations to our winners, Frankie Baird and Donna Lush.
At our month-end fun-day we had a team-challenge, using the total foursome score. First-place went to the team of Barb Townson, Brenda Macumber, Leslie Cheal and Cheryl Banks; followed with a difference of just one point by Lee Riglin, Lori McAllister, Nancy Porter and Janice Virtue.
Congratulations to league members on their personal achievements this month. To Libby Price for making a hole in one. To Lori McAllister for making an eagle. And for birdies: Brenda Clark, Marie Coady, Etta Drost, Line Fortin, Brenda Gentle, Tammy Godwin, Teresa Guertin, Marg McCornock, Lee Riglin, Louise Scherer, Linda Stewart, Vicki Telford, and Barb Townson. For first time breaking 100: Tanya Peters; and first time breaking 90: Brenda Lawson and Cheryle Canning.
Staring down the final month of the season, we have two noteworthy events, as well as regular play. On September 2, our RGLL team will be vying for a home-turf win as Rideau Glen hosts our division of the OVGA Seniors’ Intersectionals. Our League Championship Tournament is September 10 and 11.
And looking again to the wisdom of our social media philosophers …. Sometimes being with your friends and golfing is all the therapy you need.
show well with pre-season victory over Canadians
by the sportsguy
After all the 73’s drafts, trades, Spring Camps, and Main Camp to solidify the initial nucleus of their 20252026 roster, your boys of winter are engulfed with practice. They will focus on five pre-season exhibition excursions to prepare the team for the opening season contest on home turf to face the Colts from Cornwall for an evening battle on September 19.
The 73’s met Carleton Place Canadians for a Saturday matinee session on August 30 that gave the home fans to cheer about with a 3 to 2 victory. The 73’s came out hot with two veterans and eighteen newbies in the lineup to exhibit an example of what to expect in the new
season. Kemptville drew first blood with a man advantage when Brady Graham cycled low with Isaac Arsenault to find Tyson MacCoubrey PPG in the slot to rifle it blocker side past Ethan Suski at 12:41. Carleton Place came on strong to even the odds, but Jacob Turpin held his ground to give the 73’s one goal lead.
Second stanza remained scoreless, with both squads providing end to end action, the stoppers shutting down all opportunities. Both stoppers were pulled at 15:00, with Jacob Turpin being replaced with Keegan Carswell for Kemptville and Carleton Place putting Ethan Suski back between the pipes.
Last twenty-five, the
Canadians knotted it up with a squeaky one through Keegan Carswell after Carter Cooling from Shaver with Gousis to find the back of the net within the first minute at :41. Tie breaker at 2:24 for the 73’s, as Cooper Grant rammed it under Suski pillows after Eric Sweetapple saucered a pass to Brady Graham storming the blue paint. Carleton Place countered as Gabriel Bergeron, with helpers from Wilson and Mears, punched in a rebound off Keegan Carswell at 12:28. Cooper Grant tictac-toe to Darius Nichols, on to the tape of Nolan Tym laying the weeds to drive in the game winner at 18:19. The Canadians removed their net minder at 19:11 without results
for the final push to tie it up and force OT.
Kemptville outgunned Carleton Place by 31 to 24 and ¼ PP for 73’s with 0/5 PP for Canadians.
The Coach thought they played well showing bright spots with a number of guys putting in strong individual efforts with or without the puck. There is a great nucleus to build on as we continue to prepare for the upcoming regular season.
On the road to battle the Nepean Raiders for a Wednesday evening get together and then back home for Sunday matinee with Ottawa Junior Senators.
Hockey with EDGE… see you around the boards.
Janice Rennick (L) presenting the De Pencier Trophy to Donna Lush (C) and Frankie Baird (R)
Perfect back hand...Nolan Tym puts it home to secure 3 to 2 win over Carleton Place Canadians for a Saturday exhibition matinee.
The Secret Ingredient to Longevity? Community + Movement
Want to age well? Forget expensive supplements—the real key is people and movement.
Loneliness has been called the “new smoking,” with real impacts on mental and physical health. Staying connected means laughing, sharing stories, and showing up for each other which all boosts mood, memory, and overall well-being.
Pair that with regular activity, and you’ve got the winning formula. Movement sharpens coordination, improves balance, strengthens muscles, and even protects the brain from decline. Add music and dance, and you’re not just working your body—you’re challenging memory, rhythm, and focus too.
The magic happens when community and movement meet. At our Kemptville studio, we see strangers turn into friends, cheer each other on, and find joy in every step. Research agrees: group dance and fitness classes don’t just build strength—they build belonging.
So if ou’re newly retired, missing social connections, or just ready to move more, start small. Join a class, try something new, and let go of perfection. You’ll find yourself healthier, happier, and surrounded by people rooting for you.
Longevity isn’t about living longer—it’s about living better. And the secret is simple: move together.
Rachel S. Jansen, B.Comm., J.D. Paul A. Jansen, BA, LLB.
Talia’s Take The Power of Creating Joy (Not Just Consuming It)
by: Talia.Hreljac
This week on the Let’s Network podcast, we interviewed a very interesting guest. She’s a woman who has gone through corporate burnout, the end of her marriage, a diagnosis of schizophrenia, and is now on a healing journey while also working to open a mental health sanctuary in Thailand.
What I appreciated most about our conversation was how open and honest she was about her life and what she’s going through — not sugar-coating anything. She spoke candidly about hitting rock bottom, and although she didn’t know if she was going to survive, she did — and is now using her experience to help others.
I won’t go into all the details of what we discussed, but I did want to highlight something she said that really stood out to me. One of the key parts of her healing, she shared, is this: every day, she does
one thing that creates joy in her life.
Not just something that brings her joy — but something that creates it.
This could be colouring, painting, writing, baking — anything she chooses to do that actively generates joy from within.
Why did this stick with me? Because think about when you were a kid — colouring was one of the best things you could do. Seeing the colour land on the page, bringing your vision to life, and then proudly hanging it on your parents’ fridge — chef’s kiss. It was such a simple thing, but it was a thing of beauty.
I think that’s something many of us have forgotten: creating joy and beauty just for the sake of creating it. Not for a side hustle. Not for Instagram recognition. Just doing something because it activates a different part of your brain — the one where imagination lives but often gets ignored as we grow older.
Get Ready for the Annual Merrickville’s Makers Fall Market
September 13th, 2025 – Merrickville, ON.
The sights, sounds, and smells of autumn are just around the corner, and with them comes the return of a beloved seasonal tradition — the Annual Merrickville’s Makers Fall Market at the Merrickville Fairgrounds.
Taking place on Saturday September 13th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event will feature over 60 local and regional vendors selling handmade goods ranging from home décor and woodwork to artisanal soaps, jewelry, candles, and autumn-themed treats.
“This is one of our favorite events of the year,” said event organizer Jessica Lilley. “It’s a chance to celebrate the season, support small businesses, and connect with our creative community.”
In addition to shopping, visitors can enjoy live folk and acoustic music, and a free autumn craft activity for kids.
Admission is free, and the event is dog-friendly. Visitors are encouraged to bring reusable shopping bags to carry their finds, and parking will be available nearby.
Whether you’re on the hunt for unique gifts, decorating inspiration, or just a festive way to welcome fall, the Fall Makers Market promises a cozy and colourful day for all ages.
For more details and a full list of vendors, visit @ merrickvillesmakersmarkets on Facebook and Instagram or our website www.merrickvillesmakersmarkets.ca.
So that day, I went out and bought a can of spray paint and painted a toy chest that’s been sitting in my garage since the Hey Day Sale. I stood in the sun, spray-painted it (terribly, mind you), and listened to music — and it was glorious.
It’s going to live in our living room to hold enough cars to build Hot Wheels City, so I didn’t care if it was perfect — our kids don’t even know what a coaster is, so it definitely didn’t need to be museumready.
But I love this table, and I love what it represents — the time I chose to create joy.
So here’s your reminder: take a moment this week to create something — not for anyone else, but just for you. Bake the cookies. Paint the shelf. Doodle on a napkin. Do one small thing that creates joy — and see how it changes your day.
