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May 18, 2016

North Grenville Times presents KYC’s 5th Annual Breakfast

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by Robin Heald It’s that time of year again! On Saturday, May 28, you’re invited to come out to the Kemptville Christian Reformed Church to kick off the Kemptville Youth Centre’s 5th Annual Breakfast presented by North Grenville Times. The First Kemptville Christian Reformed Church (KCRC) Mission Group, well known for their famous Valentine’s Breakfast, and their Albert Dyke Memorial Dinner, will be volunteering their time and famous talents to create a breakfast feast for local celebrities to serve to the community between 8 am and 11 am.

The mission’s ministry and hospitality team, along with the NG Times, have agreed to partner with KYC on this important fundraiser. The KCRC Team will

be behind the scenes planning an outstanding menu and cooking up a delicious breakfast for 300 community members! Breakfast tickets can be purchased in advance at The Kemptville Youth Centre or the new North Grenville Times office at 2868 County Rd 43, Kemptville. The cost of tickets are $10 per adult, $5 per child under the age of 5 and $25 for a family four pack. All proceeds go toward annual insurance costs of The Kemptville Youth Centre.

The KCRC strives to reach out locally and supports KYC with the Breakfast and their Jail and Bail event each year. This is the fourth year that they have opened their doors freely to KYC breakfasters. KYC staff, volunteers and breakfasters are looking forward to the great soul food the

KCRC makes.

A big KYC thank you goes out to North Grenville Times for signing on as title sponsors for the breakfast, continuing their strong support of KYC. Once again, Mayor David Gordon is the honorary Chair, welcoming all to the annual event. Joining him will be celebrity servers MPP Steve Clark, Maggie Boyer, David Shanahan, Pastor Ken Gehrels from KCRC, and Mayor David Nash from Merrickville / Wolford, and John Beking, President of Kemptville Rotary.

Local celebrities look forward to serving our community with a spectacular morning filled with live entertainment and great food, while supporting the youth of our community!

TD Bank is once again our stage sponsor for the event.

Andre Courtmanche will be entertaining the crowd with his fantastic musical skills and diverse song set.

Long-time KYC supporter, Nature’s Way, will be sponsoring the placemats.

Tables for breakfasters are sponsored by Tallman Truck Centre, Dr. Carla Eamon and Dr. Marriott, Tibbs Transport, The Law Office of Connie Lamble, The Rotary Club of Kemptville, Cranberry Hill Animal Hospital, Bob’s Carpentry, To Be Continued, North Grenville Business Builders, McGahey Insurance, and Mr. Mozzarella.

Appreciation of the event sponsors was expressed by Robin Heald, Executive Director of KYC: “We have so many businesses supporting our breakfast year after year, allowing us to make it a great success. When you choose where to spend your hard-earned money, support those companies that put youth first and commit to growing people as well as profit.”

The Kemptville Youth Centre is a non-profit organization with a mission to engage youth in making positive life choices in a socially accepting environment to reach their full potential as responsible productive citizens. KYC raises over $70,000 a year to support its programming costs with events such as this and community donations. Find out how you can be a part today. Call 613-258-5212.

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A note from Challenges force Stampede cancellation The Spencerville Stam- from the province of Ontario, From the entire staff at Hilary

Hi everyone. It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that I am taking a leave of absence from the paper for a few months. I have loved getting to know the community over the past year and telling your stories. North Grenville and Merrickville-Wolford are such vibrant and rich communities and I look forward to continuing to cover what is going on in both communities upon my return. Thank you all for showing me what a great place this is to live!

All the best and have a safe and happy summer, Hilary Thomson

pede has been a mainstay of our community for the past five years. We would like to sincerely thank all of our supporters for continually standing behind us while we evolved into a marquee event in the Leeds and Grenville County and the Edwardsburg/ Cardinal Township.

The festival organizers wish to announce that the 2016 edition of The Spencerville Stampede will not take place. This decision was made based on several factors. As many people will know, funding is always critical to make such an amazing event happen, and for 2016 we received notice of support

later than expected, and we are not able to allocate the dollars so graciously offered to us in a timely manner.

Though we exhausted every possible avenue to bring a 2016 edition, the weakness of the Canadian dollar, the market competition, and the questions surrounding a suitable venue proved to be challenges we could not properly overcome in time.

We are excited to already be working on a 2017 edition of The Spencerville Stampede! We have so many incredible supporters, and want you all to know that we are working on an incredible event for 2017.

The Spencerville Stampede, we thank you for your continued support, and are excited for the future. We trust that you’ll understand our decision was not made lightly, and we would be doing a disservice to our community to try and hastily prepare an event for this year.

In the meantime we hope you enjoy your summer, and get out and support as many local events as possible and prove that our community is one of the best!

Warm Regards, The Spencerville Stampede Committee

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submitted by Melissa McKenne On Sunday May 15, 2016, the Kemptville Snowmobile Klub celebrated the ground breaking ribbon cutting for their new clubhouse today thanks to an $88,500 Capital grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).

MPP for Leeds-Grenville, Mr. Steve Clark, joined OTF Grant Review Team Chair, Louise Heslop and KSK Vice President Barry Thompson in the ribbon-cutting ceremony launching the start of the new building.

“I’m so pleased to join Kemptville Snowmobile Klub members in celebrat-

tario Trillium Foundation for the gift of this Capital grant.

To have a building to share with the community opens a whole new world for us at the Kemptville Snowmobile Klub. We will now be able to host our own landowner’s dinner and provide the opportunity for the club to increase their activities within the community. Our helmets go off to the great work of the Ontario Trillium Foundation,” said Penny Lennox, President of the Kemptville Snowmobile Klub.

The Kemptville Snowmobile Klub is committed to preserving this space and ensuring that it remains accessible for many community groups in order to achieve their common goals.

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ing the official opening of their new building. I want to thank the Ontario Trillium Foundation for recognizing the value of this facility, not only to the Snowmobile Klub, but the entire community,” said Leeds-Grenville MPP Steve Clark. “Trillium Foundation investments such as this $88,500 grant are helping organizations like the Kemptville Snowmobile Klub and their dedicated volunteers make our communities even better places to live and visit.”

Since 1972, the Kemptville Snowmobile Klub is a dedicated, community focused, not-for-profit organization committed to our local community. Its main impact is centered on a 225 km trail system which provides countless hours of recreation for snowmobilers, skiers, walkers and dog sledders. The larger, accessible facility is necessary to continue with club activities which brings the community together during the longest isolation period – the winter.

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have been chosen to be part of the Garden Trail. The local gardens joining the Trail for the first time this year are A Labour of Love, Oxford Station and the Norgaard Garden, Kemptville. Returning attractions include Machal Gardens, Spencerville, and Rideau Woodland Ramble, which was named Canadian Garden Council 2015 Destination Garden Centre of the Year.

“The 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail is an exceptional demonstration of leveraging our regional brands and clustering our assets to produce a high quality tourism product”, says David Gordon, Warden, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.

Gardens along the 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail start opening mid-May, and will feature many unique flowers and experiences through to September. Discover native butterflies, honeybees and birds; a monarch Way Station, fountains, ponds, a Zen garden, contemporary art exhibits and statues. Guided or self-guided tours are available, and hours vary per site.

Garden trail brochures, with detailed information on each garden, is available at participating sites and various tourism centres throughout the region. For more information also visit www.gard entrail.1000islandsandrideau canal.com

Members of the 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail launch the 2016 season.

The group gathered at the Rideau Woodland Ramble located between Kemptville and Merrickville to celebrate the upcoming season.

Diane and Keith Haskins Garden, located in Portland within Township of Rideau Lakes, are one of the new gardens announced at the 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail launch.

The 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Trail launched its 2016 season with the addition of five new gardens to explore. The trail consists of 14 gardens that showcase a wide variety of flora and fauna set amongst the region’s natural beauty and intertwined in some of the region’s historic homes. “The gardens are simply beautiful, unique, well designed and educational. They leave visitors inspired to create something of their own”, says Dave Cybulski, Co-Chair of the Garden Trail.

The trail’s inaugural year was in 2015 and quickly gained national media atten-

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tion from Vancouver through to Montreal. It was recognized as a new tourism experience which created much excitement amongst garden hosts. Last year, private gardens saw in the range of 300650 visitors per garden while attracting approximately 14 tour buses to the region. Visitors came from Ontario, Quebec, New York State, as well as Yellowknife, Australia, Germany and France.

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Blowing in the Wind

by David Shanahan A small act of resistance was offered by the North Grenville Municipal Council recently to the tidal wave that has been sweeping renewable energy projects before it, often in the face of well-founded doubts and local opposition.

Given the provincial government’s rather questionable record when it comes to power plants and energy generation, the desire to appear environmentally-friendly when it comes to renewable energy projects may seem understandable. However, the irresponsible attitude to public opinion (and finances) shown by the government in the past seems to be unimpaired by their sketchy record.

In early March, the province announced that it would be setting up five new major wind power projects, two of which would be in Eastern Ontario. In addition to these two installations, there are almost a dozen new wind energy projects approved for this part of the province, amounting to more than 140 turbines (or giant windmills).

There are about 100 turbines

currently operating in Eastern Ontario, including ten in Brinston, east of North Grenville.

On the face of it, this is a positive move towards renewable energy, but it has also upset many of the communities across the province which had explicitly stated their opposition to such projects. North Stormont is getting between 30 and 50 new turbines, in spite of the fact that the municipality had said it doesn’t want them. Neither does the Nation Municipality, east of Ottawa, where there will be about a dozen new turbines set up. The irony is that Addington Highlands Township, the only place in Ontario to vote in favour of wind energy projects, did not get a single turbine under the recent government announcement.

In April, the Township of North Frontenac passed a Resolution on the subject.

It pointed out that the Minister of Energy had actually claimed that it would be “almost impossible”for a municipality to have turbines imposed on them against their will, and yet that was precisely what was happen-

ing across the province. Even more important, “the province has not demonstrated that renewable energy projects are of sufficient importance in meeting Ontario’s electricity generation requirements and/ or carbon emission reduction targets to warrant the province taking action to override municipal decisions”.

The Resolution called for a transparent and inclusive process when deciding the location of future projects, and that a Municipal Support Resolution become a mandatory requirement in the process. The Municipal Council of North Grenville were presented with the Resolution from North Frontenac at their Council meeting on April 25, and were given the opportunity to pass their own resolution in support of North Frontenac. A similar Resolution from Wainfleet Township had been voted down recently, but this time the elected representatives of North Grenville came through and voted in support of North Frontenac.

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the Resolution, apparently agreeing that municipalities need not be consulted by the province before having wind turbines foisted on them.

Mayor Gordon and Councillors Bertram and Arnaud made their position clear: the wishes of residents and taxpayers have to be taken into account when planning their future in this way. Where a community expressly states their opposition to such infrastructure development, the province, in this case the Independent Electricity System Operator, should not be allowed to ignore their wishes.

This is not a matter of whether you support renewable wind energy projects in principle. It is more a question of opposing the Big Brother mentality which has made renewable energy a politically correct shibboleth,where opposition marks one out as a Luddite and opponent of progress. Until citizens are reassured about matters of safety, sustainability and costbenefit statistics, it is up to our elected representatives at the municipal level to try and hold back the arbitrary

imposition by the province of such projects. The fact is that the generation, distribution and pricing of electricity in Ontario is a disgrace, a scandal and a severe burden on citizens, especially when compared with similar service in other jurisdictions.

The impression is given, repeatedly, that provincial departments and operators are neither competent, transparent or adequately knowledgeable in this field. They need to be questioned, regulated in their attempts to ride roughshod over communities.

That is part of the job we elect municipal councils to do on our behalf. To fail to do so, as two councillors did recently, is to fail the people who elected them. Wind turbines may well be the future solution to our energy needs.

Not many people think so, but technological developments may change that position. But they may also be yet another billion dollar boondoggle, in which case there is a real need to go slowly, and generate something equally important: informed consent by the people of Ontario.

presenters assured Councillors that, under the Ontario Dog Owners Liability Act, dog owners are strictly liable for damages resulting from a dog bite or attack, either on a person, or another dog.

The plan presented by the FFCC and RDOC would require an organisation to be set up to operate and maintain the dog park. This would be funded by private and corporate sponsors, and would not involve any funding by either the FFCC or the Municipality. The organisa-

tion would lease a parcel of land from the Municipality for a term of five years, initially, to be renewed annually after that. Should the organisation fold, or fail to meet their lease obligations, the land would be returned to the FFCC. Should Council approve the plan, a comprehensive business and operating model would be submitted to them by the new organisation for final approval and a lease could then be drawn up.

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A Dog Park for the Forest Centre

by David Shanahan Last Monday’s Committee of the Whole heard a joint presentation by the Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation [FFCC] and Responsible Dog Owners of Canada [RDOC] seeking municipal approval for a fenced dog park to be located in the Ferguson Forest. Approval is needed in part because the land is leased by the FFCC from the municipality, and also because current municipal bylaws require that dogs be on a leash in public areas. The dog park will allow dog owners to let their animals run unleashed and “socialise” with other dogs.

The immediate question that arises in people’s minds at the idea of dogs running unleashed is the danger of members of the public being bitten. In the presentation, it was pointed out that about

68% of bites happen when dogs are on a leash, and between 65% and 93% of all dog bites take place in or near the owner’s home.

The presentation emphasised the benefits that can accrue to a community when there is a fenced dog park available for exercising dogs and promoting community interaction. It noted that the provision of designated areas for dog owners encourages a sense of community and promotes self-enforcement of rules and regulations, e.g. poop and scoop regulations and littering.

Making a safe area available for dog owners and their dogs to socialize and exercise is particularly beneficial to elderly dog owners and those with mobility issues.

Such a park also becomes a meeting place for people.

Providing dog owners with designated areas for off-

leash exercise encourages frequency of traffic to areas that are often isolated. Dog owners, by their often daily presence, can deter criminal behaviour such as the unlawful sale of contraband, assault, poaching, campfires, and vandalism.

The FFCC got involved in the project because it is already a popular venue for dog owners to walk their dogs, and public consultation regarding the development of the Forest indicated a desire for such a park within the community. The FFCC therefore approved, in principle, to provide an unused tract of land for a fenced dog park.

A major concern in these days of litigious attitudes concerns liability, for both the FFCC and the Municipality of North Grenville in the event of bites or attacks in the unleashed area. The

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RVCA celebrates 50 Years of Conservation The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) Board of Directors formally acknowledged the 50 year anniversary of the Conservation Authority’s formation. “We are delighted to celebrate 50 years of conservation,” announced RVCA Chair Lyle Pederson as he unveiled the Authority’s special 50-year logo. “This will be a year to share our successes and how they have made a significant contribution to the health and prosperity of our watershed.”

Covering 4,241 square kilometres, the RVCA was officially formed on March 31, 1966. The conservation movement in Ontario began in the early 1940s as community leaders expressed concerns about the condition of the environment and managing natural resources. This resulted with the Province of Ontario passing the Conservation Authorities Act in 1946. Conservation Authorities began to form throughout the province. The legislation was considered innovative and farsighted, responding to

growing concerns that land uses and deforestation were contributing to deteriorating water quality, flooding and soil erosion. It empowered municipalities to address these issues through a single collaborative agency based on a watershed. Today, Conservation Authorities continue to respond to local issues and conditions and are accountable to their municipal partners.

Over the past 50 years, the RVCA and its many partners has had a positive, cumulative impact on our local watershed. Successes include: • 9 million dollars of grants distributed to landowners undertaking stewardship projects • 5.7 million trees planted on private lands equaling 24 square kilometres of new forest • 2,800 hectares of sensitive lands acquired and protected • 186,450 water quality samples taken • 16.5 kilometres of shorelines naturalized and buf-

fers planted 9,650 kilometres of streams surveyed • 17,500 butternut seedlings planted • 29,000 volunteer hours invested in watershed health • 42 kilometres of trails created for outdoor recreation at local conservation areas • 23,700 Planning Act application reviews completed • 6,475 permits processed under Section 28 of the Conservation Authorities Act • 250 Environmental Assessment Act reviews • 4.5 million dollars fundraised by the Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation • 62,000 visitors annually to our conservation areas including 10,000 students • 14,950 septic approvals issued, plus 3,600 reinspections along lakes “The work done has laid a strong foundation for a •

healthy and sustainable future,” said RVCA General Manager Sommer CasgrainRobertson. “But there is lots left to do and we look forward to working with our many partners and landowners to achieve our goals for a healthy watershed for all.”

Ms. Casgrain-Robertson advised that a social event is planned for September 22 which will involve municipal staff and councils, partners and other agencies. She also spoke of the communication pieces associated with the anniversary including the banner on the RVCA building, increased signage at Conservation Areas and info-graphic posters for municipalities to display at their offices.

Those interested in more details on the history of the RVCA can visit www.rvca. ca/timeline for an online walk through the years since 1966.

An infographic highlighting the RVCA’s achievements is also available on the website.

United Way Golf Tournament & Silent Auction

United Way Lanark County when they need it and, when helps us with our Snow Suit required, take the necessary Campaign and the Angel Tree steps to make sure children programs at Christmas time. are protected. We carry out The support the United Way our work under the Ontario provides us is invaluable to Child and Family Services our children and families.

Act, which requires us to Child safety is our top investigate possible abuse or priority. FCSLLG protects neglect of children and ensure children so they can grow up the safety of those who need safe from abuse, including protection. physical, emotional and sexual abuse, as well as neglect.

FCSLLG is a non-profit organization that serves children and families in the counties of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville and their surrounding areas. We are commonly referred to as a child welfare services agency or a North Grenville District children’s aid society.

High School Parent Council We have a role under is presenting a concussion the law. We support families awareness workshop for parents, coaches and student athletes on May 24 at 7 pm.

The evening will feature presentations by David Coombs, Superintendent of Schools for the Upper Canada District The man whose erratic driving resulted in the death of cyclist Roy Chapman on School Board, and Nicole and Townline Road in 2014 has been sentenced to six years in prison by Superior Court Dave Hawken of Kemptville Justice Brian Abrams in Brockville. Mark Gagne, 54, was severely criticised by the Physio. Learn how to prevent, judge who rejected the plea that a shorter sentence should be imposed given the remorse identify and manage concussion and also hear how your shown by Gagne and the length of time he has already spent in prison.

But the judge was unimpressed by claims of remorse, given the fact that Gagne had school board and staff are left the scene of the accident and tried to hide evidence of the collision when found by working to keep our children the police. He had been released on bail after his initial appearance in court, but was safe.

All interested members of rearrested for breaching the conditions of his release. He has spent 540 days in jail subsequently, and his lawyers asked that he be credited with 1.5 days off his sentence the community are welcome for each day spent behind bars. Judge Abrams rejected that application also and Gagne to join us for this free event. will spend almost five years in prison. He was also banned from driving for life. Judge Refreshments will be served.

For additional info, please Abrams noted that Gagne already had a bad driving record and the circumstances of the accident demanded a sentence that would be both an appropriate punishment for contact 613-258-3481.

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submitted by Cynthia Redmond Family and Children’s Services of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville (FCSLLG) will be holding our annual fundraising event for the United Way of Leeds & Grenville and Lanark County. The Golf Tournament and Silent Auction will be held on June 25, 2016, at the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club (125 Golf Club Road). Tickets are $95 (SFGCC members $75) and include 18 holes of golf, cart, games, prizes, a roast beef dinner and a silent auction.

Register yourself or your team of 4 golfers by May 31 to be entered in the draw to win a Stainless Steel BBQ worth $600, donated by Stephen Leblanc, owner of Smiths

Falls Hyundai. There will be prizes for a Hole in One, Best Team, Closest to the Pin, Closest to the Line and Beat the Pro. Even if you don’t golf, you can still support this important cause and enjoy a funfilled day of games, a silent auction and a roast beef dinner for $40. Register yourself or your team and buy dinner tickets by contacting Cynthia Redmond at 1.855.667.2726 ext. 4121 or by email cynthia. redmond@fcsllg.ca The United Way Leeds and Grenville helps FCSLLG send hundreds of children in need to summer camp programs every summer and provides funding so families can participate in the Family Counselling program. The

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UPDATE UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Tuesday, May 24 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre. For agenda information, please visit the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca/document-library.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, June 6 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre.

SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAMS

Summer camps and swim program registrations begin on Saturday, May 28th from 10 am to 2 pm in Arena 1 at the North Grenville Municipal Centre, 285 County Rd. 44. For more information, visit our website at www.northgrenville.ca.

GARAGE SALES

Garage sales in North Grenville are regulated by By-Law 10-03.

No licence or fee is required, but there are regulations which you must follow. Signage is NOT permitted in traffic circles or attached to traffic signs. Please ensure signage is removed after your sale.

Before having a garage sale, please obtain a copy of the by-law from www.northgrenville.ca/document-library.

SWIMMING POOL ENCLOSURES

Swimming pool enclosures in North Grenville are regulated by By-Law 32-98, as amended. This includes all above-ground and in-ground pools. Copies of this by-law are available from the Building Department or the Municipal website.

2016 BURN PERMITS

In accordance with By-Law 33-12, a Burn Permit is required to conduct open burning on property located outside of the urban area. Burn Permits for 2016 are available at the Municipal Office or at the Fire Hall at 259 County Rd. 44 for a fee of $15. Please contact the Fire Hall at 613-258-2438 ext. 5 for conditions prior to burning.

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submitted by Victor Desroches Mark your calendar for the 13th Annual Bishop’s Mills Community Day which will take place on Saturday, May 21.

Discover treasures at several community-wide yard sales. Treat yourself to some delicious baked goods from the Bishop’s Mills Women’s Institute’s bake sale in the Community Hall.

Participate in a silent auction or browse through the extensive Tweedsmuir History collection.

Visit the UCW Lunch Counter and purchase some of the many quality “Made in Bishop’s Mills” crafts and used items in the St. Andrew’s Hall. Get close and personal with alpacas at the Alpaca Tracks farm and check out products made from their fine fibre. Take a self-guided walking tour of the village (part of the North Grenville 150 km Trail) and discover some of its historical sites.

Maps for the yard sales and the Alpaca Tracks farm will be available at the Community Hall at 8 am. The bake sale, lunch counter, silent auction, displays, etc, start at 9 am.

This community day event is hosted by the Bishop’s Mills Community Association, the Bishop’s Mills Women’s Institute, and the St. Andrew’s United Church Women.

Come out and experience the friendliness and charm of our hamlet!

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville will be kicking off their 6th Annual Kemptville Ribfest presented by Glenview Homes at the North Grenville Municipal Centre from June 17 to the 19. Proceeds from this event go to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville mentoring programs.

The rib-eating contest is a relay-style race where contestants take turns eating juicy grilled ribs as fast as they can. The team who pig out the fastest wins. Contest is Saturday June 18 at 6 pm.

Challenge your friends, co-workers, family members, or other businesses and register a team of 4. It is a minimum of $100 to enter a team (only $25 per person!). Raise pledges or get sponsors.

You can register your team at http://www.kemptvilleribfest.ca/events/rib-eating-contest/For more information, please contact Big Brothers Big Sisters at 613-345-0281 or bbbs.leeds@ bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.

submitted by Shirley Price The New Horizon Club organized a health, wellness and safety seminar for seniors on Wednesday, May 11 at the Burritt`s Rapids Community Centre. Lynn Mann, Fitness Instructor, spoke about the value of keeping yourself fit through exercise, and followed up by teaching some basic movements to help improve balance and mobility. Lynn leads classes in Functional Fitness for seniors at the Kemptville Pentecostal Church on Highway 43 on Tuesday and Friday mornings at 10 am.

Second on the speaker roster was Shannon Armitage.

Shannon is with Emergency and Protective Services in North Grenville and is the Fire Prevention Officer. She shared a number of tips which help us to keep our families safe, including the importance of ensuring that there is a smoke detector outside every sleeping area in your home and checking to make sure that smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are in good operating order.

Shannon also encouraged everyone to keep an emergency survival kit with enough food, equipment and water for 48 hours. The recent evacuation of Fort McMurray made us realize just how important it is to be prepared for emergencies.

Beach Volleyball Tournament – Kemptville Ribfest

Register a team in the Annual Kemptville Ribfest Beach Volleyball Tournament. All proceeds go towards Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville and St. Michael Catholic High School.

The tournament takes place at St. Michael Catholic High School on Saturday, June 18 during Kemptville Ribfest, from 8 am to approximately 6 pm.

Get together a team of six volleyball friends. Each team must have at least two female players. Teams will be competing in Recreational and Competitive divisions.

The team registration fee is $250. This fee must be paid in full before the tournament.

Registration deadline is Monday, June 13. Rain date will be Sunday, June 19.

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Youth at the Kemptville Youth Centre are making “Cards of Inspiration” for youth in Attawapiskat.

Local resident, Terry Brewer, contacted KYC with the idea to have young people write an inspirational message on cue cards for at risk youth. Terry will be sending the cards to the Aboriginal Community of Attawapiskat in Northern Ontario to show the Attawapiskat Youth that people do care about them.

A State of Emergency was declared on April 9, 2016 due to the suicide crisis they are having among young people in the community.

Tristian Hunter made two cards for Youth in Attawapiskat. The comments he wrote are: “Your fire is burning, don’t let it go out. Let It Burn Bright!” and, “Life is a flower. Let it bloom not wither.

Jenny Read, Communications and Patient Relations Officer with the Kemptville District Hospital, provided an overview of what happens when you have to go to hospital. She described the triage procedure and the hospital’s focus on the importance of communications with patients. Should you be a patient and have concerns, always feel free to ask questions and hospital staff will take every possible step to resolve any issues to your satisfaction.

Jane Moyse, Occupational Therapist, and Leah Albert, a Registered Kinesiologist, from Back on Track, work with clients to achieve maximal independence in their daily lives. As an Occupational Therapist, Jane works with her clients to develop strategies to overcome and deal with physical cognitive and/or mental health issues.

Leah`s role as a Kinesiologist includes specializing in exercise prescription for musculoskeletal injuries, chronic pain management, and falls prevention.

The final presentation by Kim Holland Perrier, Program Coordinator, was a video provided by the Community Care Access Centre. The video provided information about the role of CCAC which includes making arrangements

for patients who have home care needs or need a referral to a long term care facility when they leave hospital.

The afternoon finished with refreshments, time to socialize with others and the opportunity to ask questions of the day’s speakers. For information about the New Horizon Club programs, call Kim at 613-258-1789. For membership information call Janet at 613-269-2737.

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Spring Home and Garden 2016 Landscaping tips for your home (NC) We all know that it takes more than April showers to bring May flowers into your yard. Building and maintaining a beautiful outdoor landscape is the result of long hours, hard work and a green thumb.

Before you begin to create this year's garden oasis, make sure you've given some thought to protecting your home from the unintended water penetration that can result from poorly planned landscaping.

This could not only have an impact on your home and what's in it, but it could also jeopardize your new home warranty.

In Ontario, most new homes come with a seven-year warranty that covers certain defects in workmanship, violations of the Ontario Building Code and major structural damage. The warranty is provided by your builder and backed by Tarion. As the homeowner, it is your responsibility to take care of your home, and this includes not altering any grading your builder has in place to protect it from water penetration. If your landscaping plans call for any changes to the slope around your home, this could lead to poor surface drainage, ponding, flooding, basement dampness, or foundation settlement – all of which could result in damage that may not be covered under your new home warranty.

So before you start to making any plans that could change any of the drainage systems on your property, including planting flowers, installing a pool, a deck, or even a second driveway, be sure it won't cause water to accumulate at or near your home's foundation.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when planning your landscaping this season: • Make sure the land slopes away from your house so water does not accumulate near the foundation of your home.

• Extend downspouts so water flows away from the house and does not collect next to the basement walls and windows.

• Ensure surface drainage is directed away from window wells and exterior stairwells.

• Don't cover up exterior weeping holes. These allow water inside a home to move outside and evaporate. Raising the grade above weeping holes could only allow water to back up and weaken your foundation. It could also encourage insects or small animals to enter your home.

Lot grading requirements vary in different municipalities.

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(NC) You don't have to spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars on a landscape architect to add major impact to your garden. Here are some simple – and affordable – ways to pump up the wow factor.

Vines are very helpful – especially if the view of your backyard includes a chain link fence or the side of a shed or garage. Use colourful, fastgrowing vines like Honeysuckle or Virginia Creeper. If you're beautifying a wall, you'll need a lattice, which you can buy in sheets at the hardware store.

Gardening advisors remind us that hanging baskets always look stunning on a porch or a veranda. Choose a bright basket like the popular Fortunia Star Lavender Hanging Basket and have fun mixing colours and shapes. It's an easy way to brighten up a deck, balcony or front porch.

The sound and motion of water gently falling from a fountain brings serenity to your garden – and it can look fantastic. Place a water feature in the corner of your patio or right in the garden bed, as long as it's on a sturdy base.

Advisors also tell us to never underestimate the power of planters. Set them around the edge of your patio to separate the space from the yard or put them right in the garden. Fill them with tall ornamental grass for added privacy as well as visual interest. For a designer touch, take a look when grocery shopping at the PC Deco Wall Hanging Planter.

Lighting adds so much to your garden. Aim a spotlight up the base of a tree into the branches for some real drama. Strings of white lights around bushes are a special touch – and you can even place them throughout topiary forms to emphasize the shapes.

Accessories are affordable and make a difference. Add some instant character by setting up an antique-style bench padded with comfy cushions. Or hang a mesh hammock under some shady trees and drape it with a cozy fleece blanket.

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Try no-cost and low-cost cooling tips in your home (NC) A lot of money is spent on the energy needs of our lifestyles, but did you know that Ontarians spend the majority of their energy dollars controlling the temperature of their home?

In the summer, this means keeping it cool, so before cranking up the air conditioning, try a few alternatives first. Even if you're using air conditioning, you'll use less and that will lower your electricity use. Here are some helpful guidelines from Hydro One: Draw the curtains on heat - In the morning, open windows to let cool air in. Then close them, and draw your blinds or drapes during the day. Your home will retain much of the cool morning air.

Let fans move the air - Ceiling fans help cool down your home. They don't use much electricity and can help reduce the need for air conditioning. Make sure ceiling fans blow air downwards in summer.

Cool down your menus too - One of the easiest things you can do to conserve energy and keep your house cool is to avoid using appliances that heat up the home. In the summer, use the barbecue and include more cold foods and salads in your menu. Try not to use major appliances in the middle of the day.

The real problem may be humidity Humid homes feel hotter. Use exhaust fans in kitchens, bathrooms and laundry areas to expel the air directly outside (not into walls or attics). Avoid airdrying clothes in the home and don't store firewood inside.

Check around the house - Examine the caulking and weather stripping around your windows and doors. People tend to think this is a winter preparation, but it is just as useful in the summer to ensure that you keep the cool air in.

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Add eye-catching design trends to outdoor spaces this summer of this year's latest outdoor design trends is Sharon Grech, a colour and design expert for Benjamin Moore.

Bring indoor luxe outside: Glamourous, multi-functional and classic are all key traits to keep in mind when updating the interior of the home, and the same applies for outside.

“Outdoor living spaces are an extension of the home,” says Grech. “Creating backyard living rooms with sectionals and coffee tables, and front yard grand entrances with stunning doors and accessories is the new norm. Install shutters, add more trim around windows or switch out the hardware on your front or back door for something more sophisticated. It's the little updates that have the biggest impact and will bring the flow from your home's interior to the exterior.”

(NC) Outdoor living continues to evolve, as Canadians are expanding their living spaces into the front and backyards at an increasing rate. Design enthusiasts are always looking to industry experts to discover what's new and hot in outdoor design. Here to share some

Design more with less: This year, it's all about simplicity in design. Eliminate clutter and select sleek furniture to achieve a minimalistic look.

Go through outdoor furniture and don't be afraid to get rid of the items that don't serve

a purpose. Throw out patio chairs, tables or accessories that are old and clunky. Use only a few select varieties of flowers in the garden and keep garden accessories to a minimum.

Go contemporary with pops of colour: Although designers often share their favourite neutrals, it's crucial to strategically add pops of colour to any space. Light, airy shades and dynamic jewel tones are the go-to palettes this year. Incorporate these trendy colour schemes not only with accessories, but try painting architectural features like the front or back door. To easily add a trendy splash of colour to your doors, Grech recommends English Scone or Crete Countryside from Benjamin Moore.

For best results, Grech suggests using a premium paint designed for doors, such as Aura Grand Entrance, which is specially formulated to retain colour integrity and gloss and is easy to apply.

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Maximize your basement’s potential Waterproof it. Check the interior foundation and floors to make sure there are no existing moisture issues, water damage or mold problems. Address any primary moisture issues before finishing the space. Examine grading to ensure water runs away from your foundation.

Soundproof it. Installing acoustic insulation is the perfect excuse to crank up the subwoofer, host a get-together or let the kids run wild. Soundproofing is the ultimate solution to maximize your basement's peace, quiet and privacy. Industry experts suggest using Roxul Safe n' Sound, which effectively absorbs sound and is easy to work with.

Add or replace flooring. Installing a new floor can improve the overall comfort level and look of your basement. Vinyl, laminate, ceramic tile, and engineered hardwood are great options. Say no to carpet, which can harbour mold and allergens, particularly in the basement, and don't forget to lay a subfloor.

Add Colour. Transform the dull and boring space into an inviting oasis or a colourful playroom with a simple coat of paint. If your basement has low ceilings or limited natural light, choose lighter, warmer tones to brighten the space. To add some drama, consider adding depth and visual interest to your space with a different coloured accent wall.

By Scott McGillivray (NC) If today's real estate market has you frazzled, a home renovation project may be just the right answer. With house prices on the rise, finishing a basement is the latest trend towards building even more equity in the home.

A finished basement can offer a little extra room to give a growing family space to breathe, and with so many uses, a renovated basement may be the exact solution to what your home is missing. It can provide additional storage space, a sound-proofed media room, craft room, guest room, or income suite. The possibilities are endless. Here are some tips on how to give your basement a 180-degree makeover:

Accessorize it. Throw pillows, rugs, lighting, and artwork are simple additions that can immediately enhance or change your basement's look and feel. Pot lights can modernize, while art work and throw pillows can add a splash of colour. Accessories are really an opportunity to make it your own and let your personality shine through. They also provide an inexpensive way to keep your space looking fresh from year to year.

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(NC) Looking to improve the appearance of your home without spending an arm and a leg? If so, a fresh coat of paint is a walletfriendly way to rejuvenate your living quarters. Learn how to make your painting dreams come true with these quick and simple tips.

Quick and Easy Tips for Painting a Room

Prep. Of course you want to see a new, beautiful colour on your wall right away; however, spending some time on prep work will provide better results and help you achieve a lasting finish.

Start by covering or removing furniture, dust and wipe down walls thoroughly, and remove light switch and outlet covers. When painting a bathroom or kitchen, HGTV recommends washing the walls with a solution of laundry detergent (approximately three teaspoons to four litres of water) to remove any grease or residue.

Tape. Painter's tape is a great tool to protect the surface, prevent paint bleed and provide professional-looking results. Tape all borders of the room – molding, ceilings and floors – before you start painting. Whether you're a novice or a pro, mistakes can happen, so use a trusted painter's tape like Painter's Mate Green. When tape is applied in a long strip, it can stretch and won't lay flat or stick properly, resulting in paint bleed. Instead, tape off walls and trim in onefoot sections for best results. When applying, press down on the tape firmly and smooth it out against the border. Tape removal is also a crucial step. Rather than waiting for paint to dry, carefully remove tape at an angle while the paint is still wet. This will keep the paint from bonding to the tape, making it easier to remove and therefore

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Paint. If painting over a previously painted surface, consider an all-in-one paint and primer.

This paint allows you to skip a step in the process, while delivering added adhesion and smoothing out rough surfaces. Next, choose your sheen. This should be done based on how much traffic the area receives. Flat is most commonly used on living room and bedroom walls; however, some people prefer satin or eggshell enamel as they offer a soft, velvety appearance. Semi-gloss is primarily used for cabinets and trim; and highgloss paints are ideal for the highest-traffic areas, such as kitchens and bathrooms, because they clean easily.

If you're looking for inspiration, Pantone announced two colours for 2016 – Rose Quartz and Serenity – a blending balance between a warm, embracing rose tone and a cool tranquil blue. Both colours are perfect for giving any room a relaxing vibe. If you're still unsure which colour to choose, many paint manufacturers now offer testers to take home a few favourite shades to try before buying several litres.

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Next, you'll need a roller to fill in large wall areas.

When choosing a roller, pay attention to which surface the product is designed for (drywall, stucco, etc.), and the job. Rollers come with naps of 1/8 to two inches or more. Generally, you should paint smooth surfaces with a short nap, and rougher surfaces – like stucco, brick and masonry – with longer nap so those fibres can get the paint into every nook and cranny.

Investing in quality painting tools can help you achieve the professional-looking finish you desire in your home.

Don't let the idea of updating a room intimidate you. With the right tools and technique, the job can be done in a flash and your home will look renewed in no time. For more painting tips, visit paintersmategreen.com.

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Top 3 equity-building renovation tips to tackle in the summer says Sylvain Renaud, vice president, personal lines at Intact Insurance. “ B e fo r e y o u d o a ny renovation work, my first tip is to contact your broker to make sure you're sufficiently covered.”

being key factors to avoid premature hardening.

2. Protect your basement from water damage: When refinishing the basement, make sure to deep-seal the concrete to prevent

Here are three more summer renovation tips: (NC) Are you ready to create some lasting memories now that the good weather days are returning?

No matter whether it's enjoying the company of family or taking in the beautiful landscapes of Canada, there is always a little piece of paradise that can be found during those

scorching hot days.

You don't, however, have to travel very far to find your oasis. With a few renovations, you can create a world that reflects you and your family – and projects of this kind also help to protect your investment.

“Renovations add value to your property,”

1. Driveway: If your driveway is pushing 20 years old, it's probably time to redo it. The m ate r i a l s i n a s p h a l t start to fail over time and patching up spots is only a temporary fix for a bigger problem.

Warmer months provide the perfect opportunity to create a smooth, bump free driveway, with time and high temperatures

water seepage, water vapour and soil gases like radon. This can protect you from problems down the road.

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4 important steps for hiring a renovation contractor Here are four important tips before you do: 1. Ask for referrals: Know someone who renovated their home?

Ask them to refer contractors that they've used and had great success with – especially on similar projects.

2. Look for consistency and permanence: The ideal service provider would have a physical business office and has been in business for a number of years under the same name.

3. Do a legal check: Ensure contractors are licensed by your province and that they have the proper insurance – meaning they are covered if they are injured during the project.

4. Notify your insurer: Contact your insurance broker to discuss if any of the renovations will require an adjustment to your home policy.

(NC) Do you have a renovation project on your to-do list this summer? This may mean you are about to hire a contractor.

More information is available from your insurance broker or from avivacanada.com.

Most of us have heard a contractor horror story through a friend, family member, or have seen it on a home improvement show.

Many things could go wrong. Whether it's work not performed to code, not meeting your desired specifications, unexpected delays, or costs going way over budget, home renovations can be a stressful endeavour.

“Spending thousands of dollars on your home is a big decision, so selecting the right contractor is an important step,” says Glenn Cooper from Aviva Canada. “While stories of renovation nightmares are frequent, there are thousands of reputable contractors out there. A little preparation beforehand will certainly ease the stress.”

A survey by the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation reports that out of the 40 percent of households in 10 Canadian markets who renovate their home, about three quarters hire a contractor.

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by David Shanahan By early summer of 1976, the immediate consequences of the Buttergate controversy seemed to have died away.

A joint investigation by the OPP’s Criminal Investigation Department and the Kemptville Police into the theft of almost 7,500 pounds of butter from an overturned creamery truck on April 9, 1975, had identified 27 individuals in the town who had come into possession of various quantities of the stolen goods, some as much as 1,000 pounds of the stuff.

This included Mayor Ken Seymour, who had claimed that the 200 pounds of butter found to have made its way to his property had been left on his front porch and in his car by persons unknown. Nevertheless, rather than hand it over to the police, the Mayor had apparently “distributed” it around the town.

Given that so many individuals had been identified as having received stolen goods, it was a surprise when only three of them were actually charged, and even more surprising that the courts decided there was not enough evidence to convict them. But that was the situation in June, 1976 when the legal proceedings ended and it looked like the entire incident would be relegated to Kemptville’s colourful history.

But this was one of those unusual times when events in small-town Kemptville had impinged on the consciousness of the nation, and people

in positions of political power had taken an interest in the Buttergate controversy. Following the staying of charges in the case, the Ottawa Citizen ran an article on May 25, 1976 in which it was suggested that political pressure had been brought to bear on the police investigators to minimise the extent of the prosecutions, particularly in the case of Mayor Seymour.

Ontario Attorney-General, Roy McMurtry decided to set up a committee to look into the allegations.

Kemptville Police Chief Steve Kinnaird stated clearly that he had found himself in an awkward position having to investigate prominent citizens of Kemptville, which was why the OPP had been brought in to help. The Deputy Commissioner of the OPP, L. R. Gartner, testified that it had been the decision of the Crown Prosecutor, John Vamplew, that there was not sufficient evidence to charge Mayor Seymour.

Mr. Vamplew agreed with that testimony, but threw the responsibility back on the OPP by stating that they had not recommended laying charges against the Mayor in the first place.

The Deputy Commissioner flatly contradicted that, and repeated that it was the Crown Prosecutor’s decision not to lay charges. It was then revealed that the original plan had been to charge four people, including Mayor Seymour, though only the other three were ever prosecuted.

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Relations between the Kemptville Police and local politicians were strained, to say the least. In September, 1976, the Town Council’s Police Committee launched a scathing attack on the professionalism and commitment of Chief Kinnaird and his officers, accusing them of “not co-operating”with Council and not being “congenial”.

Council then laid off the Police Department’s part-time Secretary. Chief Kinnaird was forced to issue his own rebuttal the following week, pointing out the amount of work being performed by an understaffed force, and refuting each of the accusations that had been made against his Department.

At the end of the year, Ken Seymour announced that he would not be running for re-election as Mayor of Kemptville. Perhaps some peace was restored in those elections, when the Chair of the Council’s Police Committee was acclaimed as Reeve, and Chief Kinnaird’s brother was elected Deputy Reeve.

Buttergate was then consigned to history.

MacBeth then got involved, objecting to having the issue debated in public in the first place. He reprimanded Deputy Commissioner Gartner for revealing the discussions around charging the mayor, stating that “generally we don’t do trials in the press”. The next day, Gartner changed his testimony, claiming that he had been misunderstood: the OPP had never recommended charges against the mayor. Membrs of the Committee wondered aloud about whether this change of testimony was another result of political interference in the saga of Buttergate.

The Committee’s work ended without reaching any conclusions when the Assembly closed for the summer break. For a few weeks, the Buttergate story had occupied the Ontario Legislature and the press, with extensive coverage in both Ottawa newspapers. Given the level of interest and the colourful details of the story, it was only natural that the local newspaper would have been full of the twists and turns of the saga. In fact, the Kemptville Advance published...not a single word! No mention was made of the exciting proceedings of the Committee in Queen’s Park, nor of the ongoing controversy surrounding Mayor Seymour.

In fact, the regular report from Queen’s Park by local MPP Don Irvine continued to appear regularly, without a mention of the Committee, Buttergate, or the continuing fascination Kemptville

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by David Shanahan Mary Jean McFall, the local Liberal candidate in last year’s federal election, has become the subject of a “conflict of interest screen” by the Canadian Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner. Ms McFall was appointed Chief of Staff to the federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay last December. At the time of her appointment, questions were raised about such a potential conflict of interest, given her family and professional ties to Burnbrae farms, one of the country’s largest egg producers. She is a director of the Hudson-Burnbrae Foundation and also served on the Egg Farmers of Ontario Board of Directors for twelve years.

The Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner has concluded that Ms McFall’s position as Chief of Staff to the Minister requires her to “abstain from any participation in any matters or decisions, other than those

of general application, relating to Burnbrae Holdings Limited or its subsidiaries, affiliates and associates”.

The Agreed Compliance Measures to which she is now subject, “would include matters, other than those of general application, within the Supply Management System with respect to the Egg industry and the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

It also extends to matters or decisions, other than those of general application, relating to the Egg Farmers of Canada or any of its representatives; Egg Farmers of Ontario or any of its representatives; Farm Products Council of Canada or any of its representatives; as well as the Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council or any of its representatives”.

The restrictions which this will place on her work for the Minister will be quite severe, leading Conservative MP’s, including Gord Brown, to question whether her position is tenable.

Two Rivers Food Hub to celebrate First Anniversary with Open House

The Board of Directors and staff of the Two Rivers Food Hub are pleased to invite the public, media and industry partners to help celebrate its one year anniversary.

Location: 361 Queen St. Unit 5000, Smiths Falls ON K7A 0A6 Date: Wednesday May 25, 2016 Time: 3 to 5p.m.

Board members and staff will offer a tour of the facility, showcasing new equipment and upgrades, provide an update on activities to date and provide an opportunity for questions. Samples and tastes from the Two Rivers Food Hub’s commercial kitchen users will be provided.

The Two Rivers Food Hub is a connection point for buyers and sellers of local foods. Its mandate is to support the small farm agricultural community around the two rivers that run through Lanark, Leeds and Grenville counties. The food hub is well positioned to service the tri-county area from its physical location in the Gallipeau Centre on County Road 43 in Smiths Falls, Ontario. For general information, visit https://tworiversfoodhub.com For more information, contact Bruce Enloe, Two Rivers Food Hub General Manager bruce@tworiversfoodhub.com 613-205-1338 May 18, 2016

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Community support grows for the Questions remain over College Report a complete copy of the BDO and public Council meetKemptville Farmers’ Market

by David Shanahan Report, in which, it says, “half ings? Enough scepticism families to source healthy, mosphere of fun and familysubmitted by local food more frequently,” friendly good times”, says Diana Steadman As local farmers and ar- says John Barclay, KFM John. Children will find tisans prepare for what will Chairman. Wednesday night much to smile about at the be a vibrant, colourful and markets will feature vendors Big Sky Ranch petting zoo varied market season, the with hot meal items along and a children’s zone with Kemptville Farmers’ Market with fresh produce and tasty nature crafts to keep little has experienced a blossom- baked goods so customers hands busy while parents ing of community support for can find dinner and their gro- browse all that is for sale. this valued social space and ceries all in one stop on their A resurrection of VegStock, commute home from work. the local music festival that local food hub.

Be sure to mark your preceded the Dandelion FesA new sign located on the market footprint at 200 Sand- calendar for the 2016 Kemp- tival, is planned. VegStock ers Street in Kemptville is a tville Farmers’ Market Grand 2.0 featuring Meredith Luce, visible indication of the prog- Opening, presented by Rob Bruce Enloe and Friends, ress the Kemptville Farmers’ Thompson Realty, on Sun- and Al Wood & The WoodsMarket is experiencing. The day, May 29. “With gener- men promises to set a fesMunicipality of North Gren- ous financial support from tive tone. Headliners Phlat ville’s Community Improve- Rob Thompson, Rekmans Black and Blue will bring ment Program provided par- Automotive and The Branch down the house with some tial funding for the sign. “It Restaurant and Texas Grill, added volume – a sure sign was a pleasure to work with the Grand Opening will be that a bigger and better 2016 the Kemptville Farmers Mar- a true celebration of local market season is under way ket on new signage for their food, providing a space for in Kemptville. location in the B&H parking people to connect in an atlot in the Rideau-Sanders Triangle” said Teri Devine, Economic Development Officer with the municipality.

“The Kemptville Farmers' Market continues to invest and expand with more vendors each year and a growing customer base. The market is a great community hub providing local food”, Teri noted on the rationale for the investment.

Exciting plans are in the works for the 2016 market season with an additional market day planned for Wednesday evenings through July and August. “Feedback from market customers demonstrated considerable sup- Local musician George Buys braves the cold weather to play port for a weeknight market. at the first week’s Farmers’ Market It’s a way for busy working

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The news that Forbes Symon has been seconded to act as the Director of the Kemptville College Renewal project has, in its turn, renewed speculation about the possible future use of the College lands. The municipality’s Director of Planning will assume his new College job on May 24 and will remain in it until at least the end of this year. His work responsibilities will include negotiating the transfer of the property from the Agricultural Research Institute of Ontario and preparing a Business Plan for the proposed not-for-profit corporation which will be owned by the municipality. One unfortunate phrase in his Proposed Work Plan states that he will work with stakeholders to “flush out” the municipality’s vision for the College.

While it is more likely that he will want to “flesh out” the vision, flushing it out might also be the right word, considering that the municipality have decided not to publish the entire consultant’s feasibility report prepared by BDO on the future of the College. It was suggested by Forbes Symon that releasing the full report at this point could undermine the Municipality’s negotiating position when it comes to dealing with potential tenants and the province.

However, the Farmer’s Forum newspaper has announced that it has acquired

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the college land, almost 400 acres, is listed as ‘surplus lands’.”

Although the municipality has denied any intention of selling off any part of the College property for development, the BDO Report does leave that possibility open.

Raising questions about the potential cost of the redevelopment scheme being proposed by the municipality, BDO stated that: “The capital requirements necessary to transform the current campus into a leading low-carbon innovation hub can also be prohibitive, requiring government funding or the sale of parts of the campus.”

The possibility that sections of the College would be sold off to residential developers, for example, raises genuine concerns about the lack of transparency surrounding the publication of the BDO Report. Does it, for example, have anything more definite to say about the possible need to sell parcels of land? The secondment of Forbes Symon adds to these concerns, as he is best known as the man responsible for facilitating the development of most of the green spaces around Kemptville, including the Northwest Quadrant lands.

Mr. Symon’s responsibilities include a weekly report to CAO Brian Carré and “monthly presentations to members of Council”. Will these presentations be in private, or part of the regular

exists in the region about the municipality’s vision and competence in carrying through the renewal of Kemptville College. It has too often seemed that practical ideas to do with the promotion of local food production and processing, for example, have been ignored in planning to date.

Perhaps it is time, indeed, “to flush out our vision in more detail”, as Mr. Symon has been tasked to do. But the “small groups of stakeholders” with whom he is to do the flushing out may need to be expanded from the suggested list of “task force members, working group members, etc”, to include local residents with the appropriate expertise and experience. He is certainly going to need all the help he can get.

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The Branch Artisans Guild, North Grenville Community Church, 2659 Concession Street every 3rd Tuesday, 7 pm. New members welcomed!

NG Photography Club - first Wednesday of every month from 7-9 pm at the Auditorium of the Municipal Centre. See ngphotoclub.ca Klub 67 Euchre every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 1:15 pm.

St. John's United Church downstairs. Everyone welcome, $5.00.

Bingo- First and third Wednesday of the month, Kemptville Legion.

Games start at 1 pm. All welcome. Refreshments available.

Klub 67 Euchre every second and fourth Wed. of the month, 1:15 pm, St. John's United Church downstairs. Everyone welcome, $5.00.

Kemptville Legion cribbage night, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Start time 7 pm. All welcome. Come and play for fun.

New Horizon Club, 2nd & 4th Wed. at the Burritt`s Rapids Community Hall. Regular meetings begin at 2 pm. Special events with lunch begin at noon. Programs call 258-9315, membership info Janet at 269-2737.

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

North Grenville Toastmasters - Meeting 1st & 3rd Thurs. of the month, 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 258-7665.

Kemptville Concert Band,7 pm at North Grenville D.H.S. Wind instruments and percussionists of all levels welcome! Contact: dennis843@gmail.com Friendship Lunch, St. James Anglican Church, Leslie Hall 35 Clothier Street West hosted by five community churches, served at 11:30, donations accepted but not expected, everyone welcome.

Kemptville Legion breakfast, 8 - 10 am third Saturday of every month. Adults $5. Children under 12 $3. All welcome.

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

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Merrickville United Church Annual Book Sale 2016. 20,000+ books for sale at bargain prices! Friday May 6, 13, 20: 12pm to 8pm, Saturday May 7, 14, 21: 9am to 4pm, Monday May 23: 9am to 4pm.

Youngsters of Yore, 1:30 pm, Library Program Room. Guests: Old Time Fiddlers.

Bishop’s Mills Community Day. Community wide yard sales, bake sale, silent auction and much more. Map for yard sale available at Community Hall at 8 am Kemptville - Blood Donor Clinic in the Lions Club Suite in the NG Municipal Centre, 12:30- 3:30 pm and from 5- 8 pm. All types of blood is required. Call 1-888-236-6283 or go to blood.ca to book an appointment.

KYC 5th Annual Breakfast, Kemptville Christian Reformed Church, 8-11 am, served by local celebrities. Tickets available at the Youth Centre or the new NG Times office at 2868 County Rd 43. $10 per adult, $5 per child under the age of 5 and $25 for a family four pack. All proceeds go toward annual insurance costs of The Kemptville Youth Centre.

Anniversary Service St. Andrew's United Church Bishop's Mills at, 10:30 am. Speaker Rev. Susan Shantz Music Hanna McNaughton, Harpist; Choir of Rural United Ministry Potluck lunch to follow in the Church Hall.

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The Municipality of North Grenville is accepting resumes from interested and qualified candidates for the position of Engineering Technologist.

A complete job description and information regarding salary is available at www.northgrenville.ca/careers.

Your resume and references must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m. Friday May 27th, 2016 to: Christa Stewart, EA/HR Coordinator Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Road 44, Box 130, Kemptville ON K0G 1J0 Telephone: 613-258-9569 x 155 Fax: 613-258-9620 E-mail: cstewart@northgrenville.on.ca The Municipality of North Grenville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will only be used for candidate selection.

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Community Garden for Merrickville Sketches and adventures with Les Schryburt, Chair of the the MAD Gardeners want to

by Hilary Thomson Stephen Leacock community garden project. plant flowers as a showcase

A community garden project that has been in the works for three years finally got the go ahead from Council.

Spearheaded by the Merrickville Lions Club, the Merrickville Community Garden will be at the corner of Church Street and Lewis Street East near Merrickville Public School.

“The purpose of the community garden is to give people in the community a chance to grow their own food and provide a gathering place for people with an interest in gardening,” says

The piece of land designated for the garden will be divided into 10X10 plots and rented out for $42 per season. Les says this will cover the operating costs of the garden and make it selfsustaining. The Lions Club will be covering the cost of a plot designated specifically for the Health Unit that anyone is welcome to use.

There has already been significant community interest in the garden. Community group Merrickville Goes Green wants to use it to put on gardening workshops throughout the summer, and

Green, Clean and Local

by Hilary Thomson Community group Merrickville Goes Green is gearing up for their 7th annual Eco Fair at the end of the month.

This year’s Fair will feature over 40 vendors, all centred around clean, green and local. “We see it as a networking and showcasing event,” says Scott Kelland, spokesperson for Merrickville Goes Green. “The purpose is to introduce the vendors to potential customers but also to their partners in the community.”

This year, the Fair will be offering a number of workshops focused on green living. Workshops will start at 10:30am, and will run throughout the day, on everything from container gardening for herbs, to backyard composting, to how to make fermented foods. “One of the reasons we put so much emphasis on workshops this year is that we believe that over the last couple of generations a lot of important skills have

been lost,” Scott says. “Reskilling is important.”

While the Eco Fair is Merrickville Goes Green’s flagship event, they also hold smaller events and fundraise to support many environmentally friendly causes throughout the year.

This year they are selling composters and rain barrels at a discounted price to support initiatives like the Two Rivers Food Hub, the Merrickville Community Garden and supplying books about sustainability and the environment to the Library. “We are a small group of people who believe we have to walk the talk,” Scott says. “If we

for the Canada-wide Communities in Bloom competition.

The Lions Club has a three-year plan for the garden, which includes adding to it a bit at a time. In the end, it will include 17 plots, flower beds, a herb garden and benches and picnic tables so people can use the area to relax outdoors. “I hope people will get out and enjoy it,” Les says.

For more information on the community garden and how you can get involved, visit their website at www. merrickvillecommunitygarden.com.

submitted by Michael Whittaker If you haven’t heard the one about an economist with a sense of humour, come by the Canadian Legion in Merrickville, Tuesday, May 31

at 7 pm to discover Stephen Leacock. The Merrickville and Distirct Historical Society will be presenting a public lecture on Leacock, the most popular Canadian humourist in the early 20th century. The talk will be given by Michael Phillips from the Merrickville Book Emporium.

“Today we’d call Leacock a Red Tory,” said Ann Martin, President of the Merrickville and District Historical Society. “His novels and short stories satirically revealed the issues in the communities and families of small-town

Ontario.”

The McGill University professor of economics and political science was internationally known for his humorous writings. As an undergraduate at the University of Toronto, his room-mate was G. Howard Ferguson, and the two young men worked together on the student newspaper, got into trouble for stealing a railway locomotive, and Howard’s father finally replaced Stephen as a roommate with someone more responsible.

Refreshments available.

Merrickville steps up to help Fort McMurray

believe in sustainability, a more resilient community and environmentally friendly things, we should be doing everything we can to promote those ideas.”

Earth Hour celebrations, potluck picnics and walking tours through the village are other events that Merrickville Goes Green has spearheaded over the years. This fall they are hoping to have a harvest event to showcase the incredible local food that is grown in the area.

The Eco Fair is being held at the Merrickville Community Centre on May 28th from 10 am-3 pm.

Admission is free.

by Hilary Thomson Merrickville-Wolford Council has made the commitment to send 50 cents for every resident of the township to Fort McMurray to help in the relief effort.

“Assigning an amount per capita makes it feel more personal,” say Deputy Mayor Ann Barr. “This way it’s like every resident of Merrickville-Wolford is lending a hand.”

The donation will amount to roughly $1,400, which is similar to how much other municipalities have committed.

Council hopes that their donation will cause even more municipalities to step up and contribute funds to help our fellow Canadians to the west.

Merrickville’s Breathe Dance Company has also committed to doing their share. They are donating $1 of every ticket sold for their year-end recital. There will also be a donation jar at the show. “Merrickville is a small community and we are a small studio, but there is always the ability to make a positive difference.” says Director Lindsay Roney. “Fort Mac needs help and this is what we are capable of doing.

The recital is at 2 pm on June 4 at Saint Michael Catholic High School in Kemptville. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased by contacting Lindsay Roney at breathedanceco@ gmail.com.

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Help youth get active this year Submitted by Claire Larabie, NGCSC In partnership with Canadian Tire, the NG Community Service Council, which oversees the Jumpstart program and interviews families, is asking for your help as more and more families ask for assistance each year.

Launched by the Canadian Tire Foundation in 2005, Jumpstart has helped more than 1 million children throughout Canada participate in many different sports and activities throughout the year. Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter, many children in North Grenville won’t be taking part in programs because they can’t afford the fees or

the equipment or transportation. Some are special needs kids who join groups they can fit into. Paying for equipment, registration, or even to get to events, can be a very heavy burden on families.

More partnerships are being formed to increase what we can do for our young people. The local Jumpstart Chapter covers a large area, and a base budget is provided

by Canadian Tire. The company also matches what the Chapter raises each May. This is where we need donors; this is only the second time in 11 years we have reached out to those in our community.

Jumpstart Day takes place May 28 across Canada, you

NEW SERVICES AVAILABLE District Little League are holding a sale of old pitching machines. Staff at the Municipality are raising money through a lunch BBQ, and the students at North Gower Public School will be selling Freezees throughout the month of May. Oxford Mills Girl Guides will be donating BBQ proceeds.

Any donation is greatly appreciated. Contact Claire at askmeone@sympatico. ca or call 613-258-6470.

Make cheques payable to Kemptville Canadian Tire: they will match every dollar we raise, then it is applied to our budget.

still have time to sign on. Your local Chapter will be having a BBQ at the Kemptville Canadian Tire Store at 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. The BBQ will be sponsored by owner Frank Hoffman who knows the importance of raising funding for the youth in North Grenville.

Many sponsors have already sent in pledges and funds, including Legion 212, the Knights of Columbus, Kemptville Rotary, Canadian Tire staff, Classic Graphics, and the Kemptville Youth Centre. Royal Lepage are sponsoring a BBQ on May 14. KWBSC 2015 Ladies ball are donating profits from an auction, and Kemptville

Seaway Surge Baseball Club launches inaugural season submitted by Dan Piche The Seaway Surge Baseball club launched their inaugural season with three of four teams seeing action in the first week of play.

The Peewee team opened the season by hosting the U12 AAA Ottawa Chiefs in a double header in Chesterville. In the first game, they lost a tight game, giving up two runs in the last inning for a 7-5 loss. In the second game, they had a convincing 16-1 win. The highlight

of the game came off the bat of 12 year old Parker Ouderkirk who hit a 3-run homerun, eclipsing the 260 foot fence down the line.

The Minor Bantam opened exhibition season with a convincing 20-0 win over the Kingston Thunder as many players had multiple hits in the game . Up next are Oshawa Legionnaires, May 14, to begin regular season at South Gower for two games starting at 11am, and May 15 in Kanata for two games .

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ing against the Pickering RedSox , Lucas Bennis got the complete game victory in the first game with a 11-7 victory. In the second game, Ben Medynski took the mound and left with a 9-5 lead after six innings to get the win , Noah Williams got the save as the Surge held off for a 9-8 victory to gain a weekend split .

To follow the Seaway Surge go to www.seawaysurge.com or www.eoba. net to check for home games .

The Minor Midget team opened with a busy seven games in seven days . The Surge swept an exhibition doubleheader from the Laval Tigers U15 by a score of 20-4 and 16-2.

Up next were the Ottawa Chiefs AAA U18 , after getting out to an early 3-0 lead, the Surge committed some costly errors and fell short in the end as they gave up a walk-off homerun in bottom of seventh.

The team then travelled to Toronto to open the regular season. On Saturday, the Ajax Spartans swept both ends of a doubleheader 6-1 and 10-0 . On Sunday, play-

by Lynn Hunt The third annual "Eastern Ontario Active Transportation Summit" was hosted by our municipality on May 13. The attendees were a mix of elected officials, municipal staff members, advocacy groups for active transport, health and environmental advocates.

Since the 1950's, we have organised our communities for the convenient transport of the automobile. The rise of chronic health issues, traffic congestion, environmental pollution, and social isolation is causing our provincial/municipal planners to revisit community planning. There is an increasing, relevant need to develop safe, useful, multi-use pathways for our communities to walk, cycle, use a mobility device and do so in a safe environment. We need these transportation routes to go to school, to the library, to a store, or to connect our hamlets and towns.

Provincial updates on active transportation were outlined at the Summit. The immense potential of bicycle tourism was statistically proven. Kurt Greaves, CAO Lanark County, presented his county's ten-year plan for paved shoulders, already in progress. He also presented the plans for an extensive multi-use trail, using the CP rail line that the County purchased, extending from Smith Falls to Mattawa. The tourism potential was believable. Mississippi Mills talked of their achievements with certification as a Bicycle Friendly Community. Various workshops were facilitated for municipal active transportation planning, local trail development, and cycling resources.

Everton Boyce closed the day by sharing the success Belleville has enjoyed in developing bicycle infrastructure.

Thank you to Phil Mosher and our municipal staff for organizing this day.

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Invasive Giant Grass may come under control submitted by Fragile Inheritance Natural History If you don't remember the plume-headed grass that dominates so much of the roadsides of Hwy 416 from the years before the highway was twinned, you're not mistaken This is Phragmites australis subspecies australis, the Common Reed of Europe, and it wasn't known in eastern Ontario before 1976.

This invasive species arrived on the United States mid-Atlantic coast by 1910.

By the 1960s it had spread inland to southwestern Ontario, and it has become abundant along 400-series Ontario highways and along such roads as the Dwyer Hill Road, Co Rd 20 west of Hwy 416, and Old Hwy 16 (Co Rd 44) north of Kemptville.

The tall stands profoundly modify their environment.

Nothing else grows in the dense stands, the fallen leaves blanket the soil, and the matted growth fills small streams and channels. The wind blowing across broken stems pumps air into the huge twisted rhizomes, to oxygenate and change soil pH and nutrient availability deep into the ground. Like many other invasive plants, the frightening thing about invasive Phragmites is the way

it spreads from disturbed sites into wet and dry roadsides, disturbance-opened forests, and oldfields, as well as its traditional wetland habitat.

Phragmites spreads by germination of the tiny seeds in mineral soil exposed by earth-moving or along streams or beaches, or more usually, from sprouting fragments of stems, rhizomes or stolons, carried by currents or equipment. Once established, it spreads steadily by underground rhizomes, or may leap across the ground with surface stolons. The stand on Cooper Road in Limerick Forest went from 10 metres in 1993, to 50 m in 2005, to 68 m in 2010, and is now 53 m along the road and 70 m deep, the full width of the wetland.

While Phragmites is mostly a roadside problem in eastern Ontario, it has taken over vast areas of wetlands and beaches in the southwest of the province, and there's a “Phragmites Working Group” of citizens and organizations working to control it. On 26 April, this group and the Ontario Invasive Plant Council held a workshop on “Best Management Practices for Roadside Control of Invasive Phragmites,” in Belleville, where FINH's Fred Schueler & Judy Courteau were the only participants from east

of Kingston. Almost all the other attendees were roads and drainage folks and Conservation Authority or MNRF biologists, with a couple of park & municipal biologists.

One of the frustrations of Phragmites control in southwestern Ontario is that the pesticides that are used to control the invader in flooded wetlands in the adjacent US are not registered for use in Canada; it seems that "Emergency registration" of pesticides for such control is a very slow process. OPIC has a 'Clean Equipment Protocol' which tries to limit the movement of seeds, rhizomes, and stems from one site to another on vehicles and other equipment.

The herbicide treatment used in southwestern Ontario involves spraying, crushing the stands, vigilant suppression of subsequent sprouts, and careful introduction of native replacement species.

After safety, much of the concern in the application is to make it look like the herbicide is not being applied. The main method of application has been within rotary mower heads as the stands are being mowed, and aerial application would be used over big stands in wetlands.

The one place in the Counties where herbicide

treatment is planned is a small stand of the invasive form that was introduced near the botanically diverse Long Swamp Orchid Fen, north of Manhard, when a culvert was replaced in 2008, and a backhoe removal in 2012 failed to scoop out all of the colony.

Fossils show that Phragmites is native to North America, but it only seemed invasive in the later 20th Century. In the 1990s, Kristin Saltonstall's PhD analysed the chloroplast DNA of living plants and herbarium specimens, finding that the invading stands were genetically the same as European Reeds. The natives have been described as Phragmites australis subspecies americanus, and since only a few hybrids have been identified, they may, in fact, be separate species that rarely interbreed.

Stands of natives are less dense, with other plants growing among them. Natives have narrower rhizomes and a red or purplish colour on the upper portions of the sections of their lower stems, which are smooth or even polished, in contrast to the rough texture and yellowish colour of the lower stems of the invaders. The seedhead parts of the natives are larger than those of the invaders. Locally, natives still survive, and

Heads of native (coarser/sparse) and invasive (fluffy/fine) Phragmites from along the Thousand Islands Parkway, 3 km ESE of Mallorytown, 23 January 2016 they are in each of the headwater wetlands between the Rideau and the St Lawrence.

You can see natives fringing the St Lawrence marshes along the Thousand Islands Parkway, along the Fly Creek Road west of North Augusta, and beside O'Neill Road just west of Rock Road, north of Oxford Station.

The shining red stems of decorative natives in a roadside ditch are unlikely to soon replace Bluebird houses as the public sign of a concerned household. But the difference between the kinds has only been known for a decade, the natives are decorative, their

open stands benefit wildlife, and dispersal is the limiting step in their spread. With the new herbicide treatments the big stands of the invaders may be able to be reduced, disturbed soil and roadsides can be patrolled for invasive shoots, and newly constructed ponds and wetlands can be inoculated with natives to pre-empt invaders, so maybe a modest investment in recognition and favouritism will sustain the natives into the future, while keeping the invaders under control.

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A morning walk with a friend, at Mudd Lake, watching the Wood Ducks near Britanna Bay in Ottawa. Photo by NGPC member Claira Bastien.

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