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University of Guelph, Kemptville Campus hit with major funding cuts

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by Beth Nicol The University of Guelph has announced a series of budget cutbacks to cover a projected $32.4 million funding shortfall over the next three years. Although the budget allocations were announced on October 10, 2013 they will not take effect until the 2014-2015 school year to allow adequate time for planning.

Over the past four years, the University of Guelph has reallocated $46 million to balance its budget;

this was achieved internally, mainly through cutting back on operating budgets. Now the University is turning to its affiliated Colleges to reduce their spending by $24.6 million over the next three budget years. The balance of the shortfall will come from non-academic units.

The Kemptville Campus will have its funding reduced by a total of $2.7 million according to Charles Cunningham, Communications and Public Affairs, University of Guelph. 2014-2015 will see a cut of $.54 million; 2015-

2016 will see a cut of $.81 million; and 2016-2017 will see a final reduction of $1.35 million.

Each of the Colleges will be required to prepare a detailed plan of how its allocated target will be met.

This may include restructuring, generating additional revenue, and establishing viable partnerships with businesses and/or government. Additional revenue may come from improved marketing techniques to increase student enrolment.

Specialized interest courses

may be designed and delivered to the general public for a fee. Increased rentals and/or rental rates for the use of College facilities for conventions, courses and special occasions is also a possibility. Partnership with businesses or governmental departments with an interest in a specific course area is always a challenge to establish, but it is another potential for increased revenue. These are areas which the Director, Dr. Naud and his staff will be seriously considering over the next few months. continued on page 2

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The North Grenville Times continued from front page Restructuring is required in most situations where a funding reduction of this size is faced. It can be a daunting task. To assist the University of Guelph and its affiliated Colleges in deciding where to invest and where to cut funds, a 21 member task force was formed: the Programme Prioritization Process Task Force. Its mission was to identify and rank all academic and non-academic programs and services. To accomplish this, managers and department heads submitted specific information about programs/services under their direction. These reports were then reviewed, assessed and ranked by the Task Force.

The results will serve a number of functions. They will help College Staff make informed decisions on how to use their limited resources; they will allow departments to determine which courses are mission critical; they will highlight where changes in delivery, focus or marketing can increase the relevancy of

a course; they can identify techniques and strategies which are the most successful. While no course will be cut as a result of its placement on the ranking established by the P.P.P., it will present educators and administrators with a detailed picture of what is taking place on campus and the motivation to make improvements. No academic program can be completely removed without permission of the University of Guelph Senate. The P.P.P. is just one of the tools which will be available for use by administrators as they tackle the difficult task which lies ahead.

In spite of rumors to the contrary, Mr. Cunningham stated that the University of Guelph, Kemptville Campus is not in danger of closure.

It will have to face the challenges of the next three years with courage, innovation, and determination. Dr. Naud will keep the community informed as more detailed plans are developed to meet the first critical year of budget cuts.

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Volunteer Appreciation Day at the Cheryl Brown Senior Centre

On Monday January 6, Kemptville and District Home Support Inc. hosted a gathering for their volunteers to thank them for their many services. Although the inclement weather did not encourage attendance, some did come to enjoy the fellowship as well as the refreshments provided for the occasion. Seated around the table in the dining room are: (left to right) Mae Fairfield, Gray Abbott, Derek Thorpe, Marg Milton and Ghislaine Crozier.

BENEFIT DANCE WITH THE SOUNDS OF “COUNTRY SEVEN”

Exciting New Chapter for North Grenville Concert Choir!

The North Grenville Concert Choir is very excited to begin the New Year with a new chapter; it is a great pleasure and an honour to welcome Interim Music Director Gordon Slater. Some of you will know Gordon Slater as the Conductor of Ottawa’s Divertimento Orchestra which has accompanied many NGCC performances over the years. Mr. Slater was also the Dominion Carilloneur for the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill for over 30 years. He brings a wealth of experience and musical talent that will be most welcome. The choir is looking forward to new challenges and a wonderful musical adventure which is sure to reach new heights.

Rehearsals are held Monday evenings from 7:009:30PM at St. John’s United Church in Kemptville. The spring performance in early May will be John Rutter’s Requiem. We are always looking for new members so if you are interested, please contact Maureen at: maureen. choirmanager@gmail.com

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Fourth Annual Bride and Groom Show Kemptville Campus of the University of Guelph will be home to an exclusive wedding show for couples!

It will be held on Saturday January 18, from 11 am to 3 pm. Admission is free, with samplings of all kinds – wine, beer, appetizers and desserts, compliments of Impressions Catering, Peller Estates Winery and Brick Brewery. There will also be free engagement photos taken all day courtesy of Taylor’d Photography. At 1 pm, you can enjoy a fashion show presented by “Stiltskins Spindle” and “Tip Top Tailors.” It will feature both wedding dresses and tuxedos. This event is vital for all couples planning a wedding in 2014 or 2015 and will give you the opportunity to view the latest trends in the bridal industry. The W. B. George Centre will be beautifully decorated by experts from “Joy to Share”. The best news of all is that one lucky engaged couple will go home

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with a honeymoon trip, and another very lucky engaged couple will win a photography package from Taylor’d Photography, valued at over $2500! Proof of engagement is required.

Come as a couple to have a free engagement photo taken and stay to enjoy a beverage in the lounge. To enter the draw, you must hand in a completed show passport to the front desk by 2:55 pm.

Passports are available at the front desk between 11 am and 2 pm. Admission is free, and there is no charge to enter any of the draws for the fabulous gifts offered by vendors or the Grand Prize draws! What a lucrative Saturday this could be for two lucky engaged couples!!

Mark January 18 at 11 am, on your calendar. For more information contact us at Kemptville Campus 613258-8336 ext. 61234, events@ kemptvillecampus.ca

Beth Donovan Hospice Spousal Bereavement Group

Are you grieving the loss of your husband or wife?

Do you need support? Beth Donovan Hospice is pleased to offer a free therapy group specifically designed to address the needs of the spousally bereaved. This group will provide members with an opportunity to normalize and resolve their feelings within a safe, caring, and supportive environment facilitated by a professional grief counsellor. Grief education and coping tools will also be provided. Sessions will be held once per week at the Beth Donovan Hospice (25 Hilltop Crescent, Kemptville, ON) for a period of eight weeks, beginning Wednesday, February 26th from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The group will be limited to eight participants and preregistration is required. Those interested in attending are asked to contact Suzanne Duc at (613) 258-9611 X3 or suzanne.duc@bethdonovanhospice.ca, or visit www. bethdonovanhospice.ca.

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Who is responsible for preventing crime? hoods. The basic idea is to educate and equip communities, through service groups, schools, youth, groups, etc., to change the social structures that lead to criminal activity. The Provincial Government has identified examples of Crime Prevention through Social Development which can be followed by citizens on a regular basis. These include: Teaching parenting skills; Improving literacy rates; Providing aggression management and counselling; Increasing employment opportunities; and encouraging Community Engagement in developing pro-active initiatives.

It all seems very sensible, but there are some aspects which leave one a little concerned. The North Grenville Police Services Board has established a local body, the Community Safety & Wellness Council, to co-ordinate the program in North Grenville and to bring together various partners in the community. Consultation

by David Shanahan I have always been a firm believer in community involvement.

Again and again, I have encouraged Council and Municipal staff to consult the public on matters of interest to them.

There is, according to a presentation made to Council, “a wealth of citizens who have displayed community leadership” in North Grenville, and they form a priceless asset that should be made use of in planning the future development of our Municipality. But that presentation to Council I just quoted from leaves me a little uneasy. [See the report on the next page] Because the issue in question is not social development as such, or economic development either, it is crime prevention.

The Ontario Government has introduced a scheme to get communities involved in promoting crime prevention in their own neighbour-

my church family at St.James Anglican Church for being a wonderful source of support this past holiday season. I'd never experienced pneumonia before and was completely debilitated for most of a month. I'm not used to being sick and I'm not used to needing help. My church family clubbed together and brought me soup and fruit and wonderful home-made meals.

I want to thank them, not just for their wonderful gifts of food but for the feeling of being included and cared about at a dark and lonely time of year. When they came to my front door singing carols I was moved to tears, it was the best and most meaningful gift to me to be thought of and included. I was well enough to enjoy Christmas dinner with another St. James family and it was a lovely time. The St. James community put Christ in Christmas for me and I am truly grateful. Thank you.

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There are three things certain in this life: death, taxes and the bigger a company gets the stupider it acts.

I had a good example of this several months ago. I was planning a building project and in doing so decided to get some building material quotes. My natural choices were Kemptville Building Center (RONA) and Home Depot in Barrhaven. At KBC I was assigned to work with Jeff for my quotes and at Home Depot I got Bob who was apparently manager of the pro desk building materials department.

My Experience with Bob (Home Depot): July 16: After leaving plans at Home Depot, Bob emails me saying he can’t figure out how to quote the small project so he has to pay someone else $85 to do so. He charges my credit card. He promises a quote in 1 week.

July 23: One week later,

I contact Bob. Bob says the quote is ready to go now (in other words he has done nothing and he is just now sending it out to be quoted elsewhere) and I should hear back by end of week…and by the way Bob says he is leaving for holidays but not to fear he has others looking at this daily and they will follow up.

August 5 and 8 and 13: Still no quote. I try to contact Bob multiple times over several days by email with no answer. I call Home Depot and after getting bounced around to three extensions, get Bob and he says he is sorry he has not been returning my emails or calls. I ask him if I send another email will he answer.

He promises yes.

August 16: email Bob. Bob back to his old self, doesn’t answer; still no communication or quote.

August 20: Fed up. Send email requesting refund of my $85. Bob immediately responds and says the quote is ISSN 2291-0301

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improving our community life, by campaigning for better social conditions, more and better jobs for young people, less isolation and social deprivation because of concrete wastelands designed for cars and not people. We need education about the need for green spaces and healthy lifestyles, not overcrowded roads and increasing ecological degradation in the name of development.

But, at the end of the day, the police have a job to do, a job the OPP are very well paid to do, in fact. The Ministry says that: “While police play a strong and active role in responding to these expectations, building strong, healthy communities from the ground up requires a localized response and involvement of many partners”. This is very true, and North Grenville has been well served by the Police Services Board and will, no doubt, get behind this project.

But it would also help, more than perhaps most of us realise, if the Prov-

ince put its money where its mouth is and stopped cutting transfers to the Municipalities and began to give some support to the many communities facing bankruptcy and cutbacks because of increased policing costs. If policing cost less, communities might have more to spend on services and facilities that would, according to this new scheme, help to prevent crime. And that is the whole point, isn’t it?

ready and I can have it shortly. Within minutes eleven (yes, 11) emails come in, all with different bits and pieces of the quote. It would take me a lot of time to add all this up, I’m thinking. I look it over and see multiple things still missing – like the roof.

I complain to Bob again. He never answers me. He never refunds me. He took 4 weeks to NOT quote me. It cost me money, time and frustration. I wonder what his boss thinks…probably doesn’t know, or care, or both.

My experience with Jeff (KBC – RONA): July 24: I drop off plans to Jeff. Jeff seems pleasant and intelligent and asks all the right questions. Jeff tells me they are very busy but he will do his best to get the quote done ASAP. He tells me he will do the quote himself and there is no charge.

July 25 & Aug 5: I email Jeff with minor questions. He immediately gets back to me

with answers.

August 7: Jeff provides a full easy to read quote all on one form and totalled.

He took 2 weeks to quote me properly. He also filled in missing information and made intelligent deductions.

Guess who gets my business? Guess who will not get my future business?

Some other things to note; for the things I did get quoted on from Home Depot, I could see that overall the pricing from the two companies were very similar. The competitive difference then can only be the service. The better service will be the winner.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor: It can be a daunting task moving to a small town, especially moving to one alone. I've lived in much smaller towns than Kemptville but moving alone can be quite a different story from moving as part of a family.

People are not always positive, people are not always helpful, people sometimes believe absolutely bizarre junk for no apparent reason.

The most amazingly horrible thing I've seen has been the sending of anonymous letters, something I don't think should ever happen in a free society, but I've seen it happen in Kemptville and as a tool against newcomers and outsiders who are already alone.

Being alone on 'family' holidays can be the worst of all and even worse than being alone at Christmas is being alone and sick at Christmas. I want to thank

terminology is worrying.

How, for example, could you pre-empt “places who may have an elevated risk of victimization or of committing a crime”? The Ministry’s foundational document on this program states that “Public education and awareness is an important tool for preventing crime and victimization. Actions such as using social/commercial media to educate communities about how they can avoid being victimized or how to identify the early signs of risk factors for crime in an individual can go a long way”. Just how are residents expected to identify early signs of risk factors for crime in an individual? Well, apparently, this newspaper can help, “media can assist in changing public sentiments and misperceptions about the best way in which to deal with crime and victimization, thereby generating new ideas on how to make communities safer”.

I believe local media do have a role to play in

and partnership are good and welcome concepts in this area, but the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services has indicated that she is going to “be amending the Police Service Act with the intent of transferring the responsibility for crime prevention from the police to the community”. Just what exactly does this mean: what responsibility is the community expected to carry?

The new Council states that local community leaders “could strategize [sic] to pre-empt individuals, family, groups or places who may have an elevated risk of victimization or of committing a crime”.

It seems to me that this could mean everything from Neighbourhood Watch to Vigilante Committees, from supporting the Kemptville Youth Centre to some kind of Big Brother system that “pre-empts” those it thinks have “an elevated risk...of committing a crime”. The concept may be sound, but the very vagueness of the

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Big winner – Jeff and KBC! Two thumbs up. (I hope Jeff’s boss knows.)

Big loser – Bob and Home Depot. Two thumbs down. (Still wondering if Bob’s boss knows, or cares, or both.)

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Eating for energy: How to make the most of your meals

Silent killer regulated

Carbon monoxide detectors are mandatory in most Ontario homes following the passage of a Bill in the Legislative Assembly last November. The Hawkins Gignac Act, which introduced the new regulations, was named after a family of four who died in 2008 from carbon monoxide poisoning at their home in Woodstock, Ontario.

Laurie Hawkins, an OPP officer, her husband Richard, their 14-year-old daughter Cassandra, and their 12-yearold son Jordan all died after a blocked chimney caused a build-up of carbon monoxide in their home.

In the past 10 years, 250 Ontarians have died of carbon monoxide poisoning, including two people who

were poisoned during the ice storm last month. Police say a gas-powered generator was running in the garage to help heat the home. Though the garage did not have access to the house, the CO fumes managed to seep in. A 52-yearold man and his 72-year-old mother were killed. The biggest sources of carbon monoxide in the average home are wood burning or gas stoves, gas refrigerators, gasoline engines, kerosene heaters and gas or oil furnaces.

In the Preamble to the Act, it was stated that: “Carbon monoxide is known as the silent killer because it is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas. As winter approaches, the impetus to begin using gas fired appli-

ances, such as fireplaces, that can produce lethal carbon monoxide increases. Appliances that are rarely used over the summer months may develop leaks or blockages and cause carbon monoxide to accumulate inside the home.

Therefore, it is important to inspect appliances and carbon monoxide detectors when the colder temperatures begin”.

North Grenville Fire Chief Paul Hutt will be writing about this new regulation and the proper ways to install and maintain carbon monoxide detectors next week. Until then, check to ensure that you have a detector in your home.

The Fire Service says that 88% of Ontario homes have something that would cause a carbon monoxide threat.

It becomes harder and harder to stay energized in winter. But by charging up with healthy fuel, you can help your body and mind keep pace and maintain peak performance. Below are a few suggestions on how to eat your way to extra energy.

Eat breakfast. Your mother was right—breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Studies show that people who skip a morning meal often have trouble concentrating, feel fatigued and irritable. Bypassing breakfast to save calories is also a bad idea since you’re likely to overcompensate at lunch and dinner. Avoid foods high in sugar, such as toaster treats and store-bought muffins, which instantly raise your blood sugar, and then cause it to drop. Instead, stick to a balanced meal that contains complex carbohydrates (whole-grain toast, cereal, etc.), protein (e.g., an egg, a slice of cheese or lean meat) and a serving of fruit or vegetables.

Snack well, snack often.

Eating five or six smaller meals throughout the day ensures your blood glucose levels remain steady. It also helps avoid that shaky or headachy feeling that occurs when you deprive your body of food for too long. Keep healthy snacks like nuts, seeds, fruit, yogurt and veggie sticks on hand at work and at home. Steer clear of “empty” foods such as pastries, candy, pop and other processed munchies that are normally high in calories and low in nutritional value.

Don’t overindulge.

Loading up at lunchtime— especially with carbohydrates—will leave you craving a siesta. Stick with lots of vegetables, lean protein (beans, chicken, fish, etc.) and ease off the bread. Moving your carbohydrate consumption to dinner will also help you sleep better.

Avoid caffeine. Coffee or tea may give you the jolt you need to get up in the morning, but rely on it too much and it can actually have the reverse effect.

More than three cups a day can create a jittery, then lethargic cycle and may also interfere with your quality of sleep.

Drink up. Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help stay alert, as

Community Safety & Wellness Council established The North Grenville Police Services Board [NGPSB] Chair, Bruce Harrison, was joined by Vice Chair Don Sherritt in making a presentation to the Municipal Council last Monday night concerning the newlyformed Community Safety & Wellness Council. The mandate of the Council is to encourage the local community to get involved in crime prevention activities in North Grenville in response to an initiative from the Ontario Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services.

The NGPSB presentation noted that the Province “will be amending the Police Service Act with the intent of transferring the respon-

sibility for crime prevention from the police to the community...North Grenville has a wealth of citizens who have displayed community leadership that, when mobilized collectively, could strategize to pre-empt individuals, family, groups or places who may have an elevated risk of victimization or of committing a crime”.

To this end, the Council’s objectives include identifying those elevated risks, responding “with co-ordinated and integrated intervention comprised of the right blend of technical capabilities and service capabilities”, and to “encourage and support systemic reform, improve social services and social development that will have a positive

effect on community safety, security and wellness”.

The NGCSW would hope to achieve these objectives by identifying “a mitigating strategy”, implementing a course of action, monitoring the results for effectiveness and making modifications to the strategy as needed.

The Council is made up of representatives of various groups involved in social action and services, including the Police Services Board, the mental health community, school boards, youth organizations and service groups. The presentation to the Municipal Council was aimed at gaining Municipal support for the NGCSW and its future activities in the community.

New Municipal Department gets organised In an on-going process of making municipal services more efficient and responsible to the public, three sections of the Municipal staff structure were merged recently to form a new Department under the supervision of Fire Chief Paul Hutt. The Chief explained: “We recently completed a restructuring within the Municipality that has By-law Services, Emergency Management, and Fire Services merging to create the newly "Emergency and Protective Services Department" under my responsibility.

The By-law office has been moved to the fire hall”.

By-Law Enforcement has been removed from the Planning and Development Department, and the Emergency Management Committee was a natural fit with the new Department’s mandate. The Emergency and Protective Services Department itself is partly a product of Chief Hutt’s program of improving the professionalism and efficiency of North Grenville’s emergency services and establishing more streamlined procedures for providing services to the public. This has also involved networking with fire services in Merrickville-Wolford and the City of Ottawa to ensure co-operation and collaboration when necessary.

For those needing to contact the By-law officer in future, his phone number is now 613-258-2438, extension 6.

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fatigue is a sign of mild dehydration. Eight glasses is standard, but if you had a tough workout or overdid it on the caffeine, try to drink more. Thirst is one of the final cues of dehydration, so it’s important to drink plenty of water before you start feeling thirsty.

Eat a balanced diet.

While in-vogue diets claim a “quick fix” to weight loss and energy gain, most nutritional experts agree that over the long run, a balanced diet—one that’s big on whole grain, unprocessed foods and includes the four major food groups—is the best way to maintain energy levels and a healthy weight (for more information, consult Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating.)

Pump up the iron. Sluggishness, especially in women, is often a sign of a low iron levels. Iron found in red meat is most easily absorbed by the body. Other options include: seafood (clams, in particular), spinach, fortified cereals, almonds, dried figs and legumes. These should be consumed with foods or drinks rich in vitamin C (e.g., orange or grapefruit juice) to maximize absorption of the iron.

If you suspect your iron is low, or have noticed a drastic change in your energy level, consult your doctor.

As each day drags on, you may find it difficult to maintain the energy levels you once had. But with the suggestions outlined in this article, in combination with

a regular diet and exercise schedule, you’ll soon find that healthy energy levels aren’t so far out of reach.

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Food for thought

by Carol Pillar, RHN Welcome to 2014! Not to worry, I am not going to start on a spiel about the benefits of making a New Year’s resolution to lose weight, to give up caffeine, or to join a gym.

An essential part of my role as a Nutritionist is to encourage self-responsibility when it comes to your health.

This requires knowledge, but I realize that facts and figures are not for everyone, so I would like to encourage you open the lines of thought. Think about your daily choices, what you do for exercise, what you eat and drink, how you respond emotionally, and think about how all of these things affect your body and spirit.

Often many of us do not place enough importance on our well-being and take our bodies for granted, “it’s tough, I can handle it”, we say, or we accept the aches and pains, digestive troubles or mood swings as part of our daily lives. So consider this; what if these physical

or emotional issues are because our bodies are tiring of “handling it”? What if, over time, our bodies run low on the resources required to keep it functioning optimally and feeling well? We are all familiar with getting that cold when we are feeling run down, this is exactly what I am referring to. Symptoms of the flu, fatigue, acid reflux, PMS, allergies, or more seriously, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis, irritable bowel disease, or cancer (to name a few) are signs that we need to get past just satisfying wants, and instead provide the body with what it needs to maintain good health. Yes, our bodies are amazing machines, IF provided with the right environment and fuel, and treated with care. Not all nutritious foods are suitable for certain health conditions.

Not all ‘natural’ products are safe if you are on medication.

Do not take your body for granted. Treat it with compassion and you will be on the road to good health. If change is required, even one

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balance, if it must take from one area to balance another it will – this (for example) is how osteoporosis can begin.

An overly acid forming diet such as too much protein, is balanced with alkaline calcium – most readily available from your bones.

Knowledge. Knowledge is the key. It can support, it can prevent, it can motivate.

If you have done some thinking while reading this, then you have taken the first step. What is going to be your next step?

Carol is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist providing Nutritional counselling services at Synergy Physiotherapy, 115 Saunders St. in Kemptville, www.synergyphysiotherapy.com She may be contacted at support@wholesumapproach.com or 613-258-7133.

See wholesumapproach.com for further information. Carol will be speaking to the Youngsters of Yore at the North Grenville Public Library on January 23rd, 1:30 pm.

small step is significant. That first step makes it easy to take the next. Repeat that small change and over time it becomes a habit that can make a profound difference to your overall health and vitality.

So what does “living the good life” mean to you in relation to how you treat your body? I’ve come to realize there are many differing views on this. For some it is regular exercise and ‘watching’ what they eat, or eating steak and potatoes and enjoying ‘good’ food. For others it is regularly eating out, or going for a drink and hanging out with friends. As with most things moderation is important. Over-indulgence over time can lead to one or more of the above mentioned conditions. Appropriately supporting the body at all times, including while exercising, is as important as doing the exercise. Dieting or following a ‘fad’ diet can leave the body lacking balanced nutrition.

So here is something to think about; the body will find ways to maintain homeostasis,

C'est avec plaisir que je vous invite au prochain souper du groupe communautaire francophone, The French Connexion. Nous serons au Comfort by AJ le 23 janvier à 18h30. Prière de réserver votre place à l’adresse thefrenchconnexion@live.ca.

You are invited to join the francophone community group, The French Connexion, at our next supper gathering at Comfort by AJ on January 23 at 6:30 pm. Thank you for confirming your attendance ahead of time at the above email address.

Appui pour l'école secondaire francophone

catholique Kemptville Nos jeunes enfants ont besoin de votre appui afin de convaincre le Ministère de l'éducation de l'Ontario d'ouvrir une école francophone de la 7e à la 12e année à Kemptville. Le conseil scolaire propose aussi une garderie préscolaire et parascolaire pour la région de North Grenville. Nous vous invitons à signer notre pétition bilingue (http://www.steveclarkmpp. com/petitions/) et de la faire parvenir à notre MPP Steve Clark soit par poste ou en communiquant avec moi.

J'aurai une copie de la pétition avec moi lors du souper.

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The Resurrection, part 1

by David Shanahan We’ve been looking at those beliefs which are foundational to Christianity, the ones that are essential to be a Christian. There are all kinds of beliefs that Christians can disagree about, but if you don’t hold the fundamentals, then you are not a Christian.

How can you disagree with what Jesus laid down and still claim to be his follower?

The deity of Jesus, his role as Creator and Saviour, all are basics. Now we come to the Resurrection, and the importance of this event is stated quite categorically by Paul in his first letter to the Corinthians: “If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith...For if the dead are not raised, then Christ has not been raised either. And if

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Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. Then those also who have fallen asleep in Christ are lost.” [1 Cor. 15. 13-18] That is pretty clear, isn’t it? If Jesus was not raised from the dead, then our faith is useless, because the one we have put our faith in is not who he said he was. In other words, Christianity stands or falls on the truth of the Resurrection of Jesus. That makes it very important that we know what “resurrection” means, how we can know that it really happened, and what the implications are - not just for Christians, but the whole world.

The first thing to note is that when Jesus was resurrected, he did not just come back to life. Lazarus was brought back to life by Jesus after a few days. The widow’s son was brought back to life also by Jesus, but these were not examples of Resurrection.

Lazarus and the boy remained what they had been before death, they were simply (!) restored to the life they had known before. If that had been the case with Jesus, there would not be the same unique importance placed on the event by Christians. He would have shared in a very unusual, but not unique experience.

The resurrection of Jesus was of a completely different nature. It also took place for a very different reason than the raising of Lazarus.

Immediately after finding the empty tomb, Mary Magdalene met the risen Lord, but for some reason she didn’t immediately recognise him.

Then he spoke her name, and she knew him, but he warned her not to touch him because he had not returned to the Father. Similarly, the two followers who met him on the road to Emmaus did not recognise him, even though he walked with them for some time and spoke to them at length. But when he broke bread with them in the room at Emmaus, they knew him.

Then he disappeared.

He came to the group of disciples when they were in a locked room. They, rather naturally, were terrified and thought he was a ghost. But: “He said to them, “Why are you troubled, and why do doubts rise in your minds?

Look at my hands and my feet. It is I myself! Touch me and see; a ghost does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have.” [Luke 25.38-39]

Two interesting things about this: something had changed since he had met Mary earlier, now they could touch him.

In addition, he was a being of flesh and bones, a human being, real and tangible, but obviously something much more also.

At other times between his resurrection and ascension, he met with individuals, groups, even more than five hundred people at one time.

He cooked breakfast for them, and ate and drank with them too. But he could come and go through space without hindrance. He explained why he had died and been raised again, reminding them that he had told them this many times before his crucifixion, but they had not grasped what he had told them: “This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.” Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures.

He told them, “This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.”

[Luke 24.44-49] The early Christians went everywhere preaching the death and resurrection of Jesus as central to everything they believed. His death and resurrection went together in their minds: the death without the resurrection was a tragedy. The resurrection put the seal of truth on everything Jesus had said, preached and promised. It is still the pivotal event: if Jesus was not raised, Christianity is nothing.

However, “...if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you.”

[Romans 8.11] “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord’, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” [Romans 10.9] “By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also.” [1 Cor. 6.14] Next week: How do we know it really happened? www.ngtimes.ca

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among both students and faculty, that he was forced to find a new venue. “No Free Speech for Racists” was the slogan there, as I well remember. Kemptville Rotary provided the invitation, and that was why news crews, protestors and security were meeting outside the Bright Spot that Tuesday night.

The Ottawa Rough Riders were represented by a few team members; students from various institutions, including North Grenville District High School, arrived to protest the presence of this representative of a racist regime. One high school student was asked if he thought the protest would achieve anything, and he revealed his understanding of the art of protesting by replying: “I hope so, if not we’ll just get a cold”.

K e m p t v i l l e M a y o r, Ralph Raina, had received much advice from security and political sources on preparing for, and dealing with, the kind of protest that was expected in town that night. But these fears were not to realised, as acting Police Chief Bob Piché was relieved to report: “ I’m sure pleased with the way the protestors are conducting themselves, even the press”.

This was a premature judgement on Constable Piché’s part. In fact, the press caused more trouble than anyone else that night by sneaking into the Bright

by David Shanahan The tension had been mounting all week, but the increased police presence that Tuesday had added to the sense of anticipation and dread in downtown Kemptville. About thirty police officers were brought in to provide the necessary security. In addition to the three members of the Kemptville police force, an extra force of OPP officers had been drafted in from as far away as Brockville and Perth, and an unknown number of plainclothes RCMP staff were also on

hand. It was called “the heaviest ;police security ever seen in town”. People were expecting trouble, without doubt.

What could have caused such commotion in sleepy Kemptville? Was it a radical fringe group coming to lynch the town Council? Was it a threatened terrorist attack, aimed at disrupting a secret meeting of national leaders?

No, the focus of this extraordinary security exercise was...the Kemptville Rotary Club’s monthly meeting! To add to the absurdity, the security forces were gathered around, not the Town Hall,

but the Bright Spot Restaurant on Clothier Street.

This was February, 1986, and the Kemptville Rotary had generated all this excitement by inviting as a guest speaker to their meeting, Glenn Babb, Ambassador to Canada from South Africa. Babb had been on a public relations tour of Canada for the South African Government, still imposing Apartheid on its people, and still five years from releasing Nelson Mandela from prison. The Ambassador had been due to speak at Carleton University, but such was the level of opposition there

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Spot, which had been closed to the press, through the kitchens. As he was being forced to leave, another journalists stood up and started taking pictures. He, too, was ejected by the owners of the restaurant, who were heartily sick of the whole business even before it started. They had faced numerous complaints during the week because they were hosting the Rotary meeting, and later they reported that some customers that night had taken advantage of the protest, the media and the general confusion to leave the restaurant without paying their bills.

Outside in the cold, about fifty or sixty protestors continued to picket and march, with one or two counter-protestors calling for free speech for Babb. The organiser of the protest was Margaret Collins, who explained to the media that she was not trying to have Babb banned from speaking, but simply wanted a silent protest against his Government’s racist regime. She was upset by the Rotary’s invitation to the Ambassador, as she felt it “would be seen to be legitimizing his country’s racist policies and to be showing him too much respect”.

Meanwhile, inside the meeting, Ambassador Babb was charmingly explaining to the meeting that his country was simply misunderstood by the world, and

was not nearly as racist as people thought. He pointed out to the assembly that, not only was the majority in South Africa not oppressed, but that, in fact, there was no majority there at all.

The main aim of his talk, it seems, was to encourage economic investment in South Africa. He emphasised the importance of South Africa as a bulwark against Communist expansion, and referred to the African National Congress which “believes firmly in socialism, communism and revolution for South Africa”. It may be an issue of hindsight, but the fact that the Ambassador received a standing ovation from the crowd is something that seems disturbing today.

The only record of Babb’s speech comes from a secret recording done by an undercover journalist at the meeting. It had been hoped that the Ambassador would speak to the assembled media afterwards, but, as one journalist put it, tongue firmly in teeth: “..but it seems he was upset by all the attention. Instead he was hurried into a waiting car and sped away down Prescott Street”. So ended one of Kemptville’s more colourful and exciting nights in living memory. It would certainly rank as one of the more controversial Rotary Club meetings in the eighty years they have been taking place in Kemptville.

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Was it a surprise? Yes and no. When Allie McMartin of North Grenville called home and asked to have an appointment made to get her hair cut over the holidays, no problem. Then she added, “I’m cutting my hair for cancer again”. This makes a total of 5 times, the first time at the age of 5. A challenge was brought forward and she decided that she was going to do it. She told her mother that 12 inches of her hair would be measured, braided, and then cut. The braids were then sent away to make wigs for kids who had lost their own hair to cancer. Allie is a second year university student now. Is this the last time? Who knows?

Her comment was, “we’ll see”.

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Up to 50 per cent of Canadians with Guest speaker shares memories dementia wait too long for diagnosis of Natasha, a victim of Chernoble Early diagnosis keeps lives from unravelling says Alzheimer Society during January Alzheimer Awareness Month As many as 50 per cent of Canadians with dementia are not diagnosed early enough,* losing precious time when care and support c a n make a tremendous difference in their quality of life and avert unnecessary crises for their families. That's why during Alzheimer Awareness Month, the Alzheimer Society is launching a new campaign, Early diagnosis keeps your life from unravelling, to promote the benefits of early diagnosis.

But fear and stigma continue to be huge barriers to seeking help. In a recent Nanos survey, 60 per cent of Canadians polled said it would be harder to disclose if they, or someone close to them, had Alzheimer’s disease compared to other diseases because of the social stigma associated with mental health issues.

Earlier diagnosis opens the door to important information, resources and support through local Alzheimer Societies, which help people with dementia focus on their abilities to remain independent in

their homes and communities longer. With early diagnosis, people can access medications that, although not effective for everyone, have the greatest impact when taken early. On a practical level, an early diagnosis gives someone the chance to explain the changes happening in their life to family and friends and allows families to plan ahead.

"Seventy-four per cent of Canadians know someone with dementia and more and more Canadians will continue to develop the disease. We want to make sure they’re getting the help they need at every stage of the disease,” says Mimi Lowi-Young, CEO, Alzheimer Society of Canada. “As devastating as the news can be, early diagnosis brings relief to families, gives them control over their situation and adds more years of living active and fulfilling lives."

Throughout January, Canadians are encouraged to visit the Alzheimer Society’s campaign website, earlydiagnosis. ca/diagnosticprecoce.ca, to learn how to spot the signs of dementia, understand the benefits of a diagnosis and prepare for a doctor's visit. This year’s awareness campaign is proudly supported by the KPMG Foundation.

*Bradford, A. (2009).

Missed and delayed diagnosis of dementia in primary care: Prevalence and contributing factors.

Alzheimer Disease and Associated Disorders.

Retrieved from www. alzheimerjournal.com, October-December 2009.

About Alzheimer’s disease Today, 747,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, with this number expected to increase to 1.4 million in less than 20 years. Although Canada's aging demographic will continue to fuel these numbers, increasingly people in their 40s and 50s are also being affected. Growing evidence also shows that brain changes resulting in dementia can begin 25 years before symptoms appear.

About the Alzheimer Society The Alzheimer Society is the leading nationwide health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Active in communities right across Canada, the Society offers help for today through our programs and services, and hope for tomorrow by funding research into the cause, prevention and a cure.

by George Gouthro Natasha Zeloga, a Belarus child who experienced the Chernoble nuclear aftermath, became an integral part of the Rose family---at least eight weeks a year for eight years. The highlights of that memorable period were shared by Robert Rose, Ottawa business executive, with the Youngsters of Yore at their January 9 meeting held at the Norenberg building.

Robert and his wife, Maureen, who were living at Victoria Park at the time, invited Natasha to

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visit them when she was eight years old. She spoke no English and did not even know why she was here. She did not know if she would ever go back home. Talk about culture shock!

A fast learner, she quickly developed a proficiency with English and all things Canadian. Natasha blended beautifully with the Rose family, particularly their two daughters.

Following her eight summers in Canada, Natasha’s post-secondary education back home was financially supported by her “surrogate” family.

Today, a talented young lady with her own busi-

ness, she resides in St. Petersburg, Russia. She is still in touch with the Rose family; in fact, she visited them when she turned 22.

Robert’s heartfelt presentation reflected a deep relationship with Natasha.

He feels that his family has benefited greatly from this experience—a lasting impression on all of them.

As a spin-off of their attempt to familiarize Natasha with Canadian and American cuisine, the Roses started their own food blog and travel extensively with a focus on a variety of exotic foods. Their website, worth looking at, is happymouth.ca.

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Zilch is not in our vocabulary It has been another fulfilling year for the Friends of the North Grenville Public Library, thanks to the ardent support of the residents of North Grenville and environs. I am forever amazed at the degree of involvement prevailing among us. A sizable number of individuals have become full-time volunteers; another group is hovering in the anteroom, always ready when asked.

Never have I encountered such benevolence! The alternative, of course, is zilch--NOTHING. If the latter were a reality, what a dismal society this would be.

An example of a labourintensive undertaking necessitating the involvement of hundreds of volunteers is the annual North Grenville Book Fair coordinated by Jeff Murray and Tracey Bennett in 2013. The collaborative spirit engendered by Community Living North Grenville, Friends of the North Grenville Public Library, and the Ferguson Forest Centre, is a classic example of networking at its best.

As we cross the threshold into 2014, our focus

as a group whose mandate includes the promotion of literacy will be to provide as much enrichment as we can for the two branches of our local library. The various programs offered by the library in relation to children, youth, and adults have been greatly enhanced as a result of our support. The aforementioned will remain a priority.

We encourage many more families to consider becoming Friends of the Library; well over one hundred families are currently onboard. Your dues money goes directly into vibrant and dynamic programs offered by Sue Higgins, Sue Bergeron, Jean Kilfoyle, George Buys, and others.

The members of our Executive Committee are among the most involved volunteers in this municipality. Their commitment boggles my mind; their involvement and support are the reason I have been Chair for over twelve years.

A peaceful and prosperous New Year to all!

Dr. Patrick Babin, Chair, Executive Committee

215 Saunders Street Inc elevator access to all floors, gearing renovations to meet the needs of seniors was a common sense decision.

A floor of empty business space has been totally revamped. It now houses five apartment units. All units have two bedrooms, contain their own water heaters, air conditioning and heating units, and come with six appliances. With a grocery store across the street, companionship a few floors down, and a variety of restaurants and shops minutes away, it does seem to have its appeal.

There are changes underway in the retail portions of the building as well. A new fish market has opened for business; discussions with potential tenants are ongoing.

New businesses will bring Managing Partner Mark Farrell of Inspire Developments new business to retailers currently open in the building. ground level; business spaces Inspire Developments is

by Beth Nicol and rented apartments occupy an Ottawa based company the floors above. which presently owns and On August 8, 2013 the Since the closing date, manages ten average size building complex former- the new owners, Inspire De- residential apartment buildly known as Raina’s Mall velopments, have been busy. ings in Almonte, Carleton changed ownership. It also They have invested time in Place and Ottawa. It has changed names. 215 Saun- getting to know the local developed a number of infill ders Street Inc presently scene, and money in major projects in the city as well. houses the Cheryl Brown renovations. With the Cheryl Looking at a property with Centre and retail outlets at Brown Centre as a tenant and new eyes can be an excit-

Why would you donate to the House of Lazarus Community Outreach Mission?

When you donate to the House of Lazarus, you are supporting local communities where all funds raised and items distributed go directly to meet the needs of local community members.

Through various projects and programs with our Food Bank, Thrift & Household Goods shops and partner agencies, we are able to distribute donated items to their highest potential and funds raised in our shops provide approximately 65% of our annual budget.

The success of the House of Lazarus Community Outreach Mission through our various programs is reflective of the deep social concern of the members of the communities we serve and their determination to ensure that those living in poverty or experiencing challenging times in their lives have the support they need. Many view donating to Missions like the House of Lazarus as a way of investing in their community in order to reduce the impact of rural poverty. Whether donating food, clothing, items or time and talent, your support Jan 15, 2014

is making a difference in the lives of individuals, families and your community and is part of helping to develop a sustainable future. The House of Lazarus strives to be a voice and a leader in advocating for sustainable and resilient community members and communities.

While we are very grateful for donations, we have been experiencing an increased amount of unusable items. Unfortunately, the costs of garbage removal have risen due to this increase and is expected to reach $8,000 this year. It is hoped that the following guidelines may be helpful in deciding where to take items. In general, when dropping off donations, they should be in good condition, functioning, with all necessary parts; free of stains or damage.

Items we are unable to accept include: Large floor model organs; furniture that is damaged or broken; items with parts or pieces missing; large appliances that don't work. Acceptable items for our fundraising recycling programs include: electronics,

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clothing, and metal and these are gratefully received even if broken or damaged. A posted list of suggested donations will be posted on our web site at www.houseoflazarus. com and if you have questions about donations, please contact us at 613-989-3830.

Thanks to funds from the Ontario Trillium Foundation grant we received, your donations will be better protected from weather, theft and vandalism. Along with the Drop Off Shelter which will be built in the spring, the grant funds are also providing for a new security system and signage.

Four O One Security has recently installed a camera and security alarm system and has donated the first year of monitoring. Because our auxiliary tent was destroyed by the heavy icy weather just before Christmas, the drop off area remains at the usual designated area in the warehouse building.

On behalf of those we serve, our Board of Directors, staff and volunteers, I would like to thank you for your continued support of the House of Lazarus.

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ing prospect. Involvement from concept to landlord allows for innovation and problem solving. Partnering with skilled professionals in design, construction and property management, Inspire has produced unique, well-appointed and carefully maintained properties with a satisfied and loyal clientele.

Managing Partner Mark Farrell has years of experience in the business of owning and managing residential apartment buildings; he knows what it takes to attract clients and he knows how to keep them. He speaks with pride when describing the renovations to the building and its potential for contributing to downtown renewal.

By May 1st he hopes to have all of the new rental units and the retail outlets filled and functional. He is committed to this project and to the satisfaction and success of Inspire clients.

For more informa tion, Mark can be reached at: mfarrell@inspiredevelopments.ca or phone him at: 613-296-6562 or check out the advertisement in the North Grenville Times

For Advertising rates please contact Peter at peter@ngtimes.ca or call 613 - 989- 2850

January to December 2013 Food Donations Received: 32,084 kgs or $176,462; compared to 28,758 kgs or $158,169 in 2012 Food Donations Distributed: 37,296 kgs or $205,128; compared to 28,157 kgs in 2012 $154,864 Purchased: 5,212 kgs $28,666 in 2013 Clothing and Household outreach (items at no charge): $41,813; compared to $36,445 in 2012 We served 1,372 family visits at the food bank, the highest we have ever recorded, compared to 1,245 in 2012. 129 families were served in November alone, the highest ever.

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73’s Split weekend action

Screened! @ rinkrat Kemptville was busy at the CCHL trade deadline. First, they acquired Doug Harvey from Kanata in exchange for defenceman David Higgs and a prospect. Higgs was acquired earlier this year in a trade with the Hawkesbury Hawks. Harvey is a

resident of Kars and plays both forward and defence.

The team also picked up Daniele Disipio, also from Kanata, in exchange for a couple of draft picks.

Disipio hails from Ottawa and plays left wing.

Before Friday's game started, a moment of silence was held in memory of Art Nielsen. Art served

in every possible capacity and was a keen follower and supporter of the Central League. He was a former coach, manager, owner and president. His legacy will be felt for many years to come.

On Friday night, the Nepean raiders visited North Grenville. This was the St. Michael's night

that was sponsored by Harvex. Over 50 students attended the game. The first period was an end to end battle for puck possession and the play was even for both teams.

Kemptville outshot Nepean 12–9 in the frame.

In the second period, the Raiders net was knocked loose at least four times.

KEMPTVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE PLANNING AN EXCITING SEASON Kemptville District Little League (KDLL) has started planning an exciting 2014 season for boys and girls, ages 4-16, emphasizing fun and exercise and allowing kids to learn and improve on their baseball or softball skills.

SPRING TRAINING KDLL is committed to providing our kids with the best possible training to be the best they can be. Players will have an opportunity to participate in a spring training program, planned to start in February.

This eight week program will focus on physical conditioning, developing baseball specific skills (throwing, catching, running, hitting and fielding) and teaching the rules of the game. This program is a great way for new players to

learn new skills and returning players to improve their existing skills in preparation for another fun, challenging and exciting season!

In the regular season starting approximately early May and winding up the 1st week of July, boys and girls 4-6 start off in the T-ball program.

The primary goals of T-Ball program are to instruct children in the fundamentals of baseball and to allow them to experience the value of teamwork. Coach Pitch is the next step up for boys and girls 7-8, continuing to improve their skills. The Minor, Major, Junior and Senior programs start at age 10 and finds the players competing with other towns forming part of the Upper Canada Little League.

KDLL also offers softball

On one of those occasions, Jesse Blais tucked the puck into the corner before the net came off.

Cody Hendsbee picked up the puck in his own end and fed Erik Brown.

Brown hit Blais with a perfect pass at the Nepean blue line and he went in and scored. Five minutes later, the 73's made it 2-0.

Doug Harvey and Dean Galasso teamed up on a passing play to bring the puck into the Raider end.

Galasso took it all the way around the net and tried a wrap around. The rebound came right out front to Blais who slapped it home. The two goals put Blais' total to 20 for the year. In the third, on the power play, Galasso sent the pass to Blais on the left goal line. Blais sent a shot at the net that came out the other side onto Brown's stick and he buried it in the open side to make it 3-0. Nepean came at Kemptville hard in the third, blasting 20 shots at the 73's goalie.

In his first CCHL start, rookie Charlie Jensen stopped all 40 shots he faced in the game for his first win and first shut out.

His performance earned him the first star of the game. Blais was named second star for his three point game.

On Sunday, Kemptville traveled to Carleton

Place to face the CCHL's first place team. The Canadians have only lost six games this season but the 73's have played them tough each time, taking them to over time on one occasion. Again, this game featured an even first period with Kemptville holding a slight edge in the shot count. Then, with 22 seconds left in the frame, the Canadians scored to put them ahead 1-0 at the break. In the second, the 73's had a 10 second mental lapse and Carleton place scored twice to take a 3-0 lead. In the third, Carleton Place could only manage three shots on the Kemptville net. Then, Matt Tugnutt and Brandon Seatter combined with Dylan Giberson on the power play to break the shut out bid.

The goal was Giberson's 18th of the year and he was named the third star in the 3-1 loss.

On Wednesday, the Cumberland Grads are in town to play a game that was rescheduled from December 20. Game time is 7:30. On Friday, the Cornwall Colts come to Kemptville for a 7:30 start and on Sunday, Kemptville travels to Navan for a rematch with the Grads at 3 pm. Catch the Junior A fever! Hockey with edge!

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for girls, age 8 and up as part of the Rural Ottawa Softball Association. In this program, girls will improve on the fundamentals of softball; hitting, throwing, catching and game strategy. Last year, in its inaugural year for Kemptville girls softball, the mite team (7-9) made it to the semi-finals proudly represented KDLL. There is also a vision for the girls’ softball teams to possibly represent Kemptville in the Provincial and Canadian championships this summer.

Registration starts January 18 at the North Grenville Municipal Centre arena lobby. More details and registration will be available on the KDLL website at KemptvilleLittleLeague.com.

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ABC Life Literacy Canada encourages families to take 15 minutes a day to learn together Even time spent doing the dishes, eating dinner or having a bath can have a focus on learning in a fun way. It’s important to embrace these teachable moments at home every day.

Here are some great ways for families to get started.

On January 27, 2014, Family Literacy Day will celebrate 16 years of learning together. The initiative, first celebrated by ABC Life Literacy Canada in 1999, has since been embraced by literacy and learning organizations such as schools and libraries in communities across Canada. This year, ABC Life Literacy Canada is encouraging families to take 15 minutes a day to learn together.

“Learning opportunities occur at home every day,” says Gillian Mason, President of ABC Life Literacy Canada, “The benefits of

Terri-Lyn Love took this photo of a fox roaming around her back yard the other day.

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learning as a family outside the classroom are significant – not only are children exposed to a culture of lifelong learning, but the bond between parent and child can grow with each teachable moment.”

Even time spent doing the dishes, eating dinner or having a bath can have a focus on learning in a fun way. It’s important to embrace these teachable moments at home every day.

Here are some great ways for families to get started: . Write a joke book with your family. . Read a bedtime story to the grown-up putting you to bed. . Make up a new recipe together and post it online. . Tell knock-knock jokes together while doing the dishes. . Organize a book swap at your school. . Make up riddles and tell

them to your friends. . Create a family book club. . Build a drum with your family. . Surf the Internet and learn about your favourite animal. . Make up a song about your day to sing to your family at dinnertime. . Write messages to your family on sticky notes and post them around the house. . Create a story about what you’ll be doing for Family Literacy Day. . Play a board game together. . Build an acrostic poem using your hero’s name. . Make an origami boat and see if it will float.

For more great ways to have 15 Minutes of Fun together, or to find a Family Literacy Day event in your community, visit www.

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Helen & Gilles Racine, winners of the Earlybird draw with Rachel Neild, Far Horizons and Mary Boucher, KDH Foundation.

Congratulations to Gilles Racine of Kemptville who won the KDH Foundation’s Earlybird Special! The Earlybird Special is part of the KDH Foundation’s Springtime in Paris Raffle.

The Grand Prize draw will be held on February 14th, where one lucky couple will win a wonderful and romantic Springtime in Paris vacation!

On December 31, Gilles was drawn as the winner of a romantic weekend for two in Ottawa. Gilles is a longtime KDH Foundation supporter who purchased his ticket at O’Farrell Financial.

The package, donated by Far Horizons and Arc Hotel, includes a two-night stay at the fabulous Arc Hotel. The prize includes dinner at Vitorria Tritorria, passes for two to the NAC and the Museum of Nature. Gilles name goes back into the draw for the Jan 15, 2014

Grand prize. Congratulations Gilles!

The ‘Grand Prize’ is a unique “travel bank” at Far Horizons-Kemptville valued at $5500 that can be redeemed on the trip of your choice. For example, you could combine a romantic city tour with visits to some of the best art museums in Paris. See the Louvre, the Musee d’Orsay, and the Musee Rodin and experience some of the local cafes for lunch along the way. Or you could choose to visit some of the best wine regions in the country or experience the French Waterways, enjoying a luxury European river cruise in France, including gourmet cuisine and fine wine.

If France is not your trip of a lifetime, you could choose Italy or any other, the possibilities are endless. Far Horizons will work with you to plan a vacation of your

choice.

Funds from the sale of the raffle tickets will be used towards emergency cardiac care at KDH, items on this list include defibrillators, a crash cart and an upgrade of our Cardiac Central Monitoring System.

The winning ticket will be selected at the KDH Foundation’s Spring Gala held on February 14, 2014, so there is still time to buy your ticket!

Tickets at $50 each or you can purchase 3 for $100.

Only 500 tickets will be sold.

Tickets are available at the KDH Foundation office or the Kemptville offices of O’Farrell Financial Services (Hwy 44) and Far Horizons (Hwy 43).

Please contact us at foundation@kdh.on.ca, or 613-258-6133 x157 or check out the website at www.kdhgala.ca for more information.

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