The Citizen - March 24, 2023

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U15 Rep Crusaders defeat Hanover

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen

Something sweet Taste of Huron held its first-ever Maple Mania food festival over the weekend, with a number of special events, menu items and tours set up to be tasted and experienced all over the county. The one common theme was that amber gold Canadians have always held close to their hearts: maple syrup. Locally, there were a number of tours of sugar bushes and syrup

operations, including Freedom Syrup in Walton, Blyth Creek Maple Products north of Blyth and Souse’s Maple Syrup, a breakfast hosted by the Blyth Firefighters’ Association and a maple candy-making demonstration by Susanne Robinson of Robinson’s Maple Products near Lucknow. Above, Robinson shows a riveted crowd how to make some of the country’s tastiest treats. (John Stephenson photo)

The U15 Rep Blyth Brussels Crusaders are continuing their playoff run, which hasn’t seen them lose since March 6, one of just two losses (the other was an overtime loss to the Walkerton Capitals on Feb. 21) during the entire postseason.

The Crusaders tied with the Hanover Falcons by a score of 2-2 in Hanover on March 19, which came after a 5-1 win over the Falcons in Brussels on March 17.

The teams clashed twice more this week, in Brussels on March 21 and Hanover on March 22, but scores for those games were unavailable at press time.

The team was also in action last week in Goderich as part of Young Canada Week. The team won its first game against the Wingham Ironmen by a score of 4-2, followed by a 4-2 loss to the Hanover Falcons and a 3-2 win over the Kincardine Kinucks. The Crusaders would beat the Listowel Cyclones by a score of 5-0, setting up a rematch with the Kinucks that the locals would lose by a score of 3-1.

The U18 Rep team lost its first game of a playoff series with the TCDMHA Rebels, on the road on March 19, by a score of 6-4.

They played again on March 21 in Brussels, March 22 on the road and March 23 back in Brussels again, but scores for those games were unavailable at press time.

The U18 Local League Crusaders lost their March 17 playoff game to Continued on page 9

Planning open houses coming to Blyth, Wingham

By Scott Stephenson The Citizen Huron County Planner Hanna Holman presented preliminary plans for proposed amendments to local zoning bylaws at a meeting of the Township of North Huron Council on March 20. The proposed changes are intended to bring zoning bylaws into alignment with recent revisions to North Huron’s Official Plan and to ensure they satisfy all of the requirements of the province’s Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act. There are many changes being recommended, several of which are focused on increasing access to housing, one of the county’s most pressing issues.

Rural communities across

Canada are experiencing housing shortages, and Huron County is no exception. Holman’s proposed zoning changes aim to facilitate the creation of diversified housing options by opening new opportunities for sustainable, manageable growth in the township. One such proposal is the allowance of an additional dwelling unit on commercial-scale farms and small agricultural operations. This would allow for the building of a second residential space, either within or nearby existing homes.

Another possibility would be the expansion of permissions for accommodations to house migrant labourers. “Right now, that permission is only allowed to mobile homes,” Holman explained.

“We would like to provide them with more options.”

Holman would like to see increased opportunities for constructing denser forms of housing, like apartment buildings and condominiums. Changes are also being recommended to supportive housing bylaws, with the aim of allowing places like group homes, hospices and assisted living facilities to exist in all zoned areas.

In terms of proposed changes to agricultural zoning rules, there are a number of possible initiatives. One proposal is the removal of limitations on livestock numbers on small agricultural holdings.

Another concept is to encourage economic growth by updating the

Farm Diversified Use policies and provisions to allow more valueadded agricultural uses, such as market gardens or farm stores, to create and further opportunities for the burgeoning agri-tourism industry.

Holman is seeking more

community input on the proposed changes and will solicit further opinions from citizens at open house events in Wingham and Blyth being planned for the end of April.

Notice letters will be sent to landowners who would be affected by any of the proposed changes.

County passes budget

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen On Wednesday morning, Huron County Council passed its 2023 budget after several budget sessions in recent months.

The 2023 levy increase is just over $4 million, which is an 8.78

per cent year-over-year increase, bringing the levy to a total of $50,052,161. As a result, the county residential tax rate for the year will increase by 6.49 per cent from the 2022 level.

For a full story on the year’s Huron County budget, see next week’s issue of The Citizen.

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Volunteers working harder to meet demand

By Scott Stephenson The Citizen

Every Wednesday between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., an otherwise quiet and unassuming storage facility in downtown Wingham comes to life.

Inside are volunteers working tirelessly to support their community by providing necessary and nutritious provisions to friends and neighbours who are struggling due to rapidly increasing cost-ofliving expenses and a confluence of systemic failures to provide local, affordable housing options and adequate financial support for those who cannot work.

The North Huron Community Food Share, a non-profit organization based in Wingham, has been dedicated to providing support and assistance to low-income families since its establishment in 1995. It is staffed by volunteers and relies on donations from the community to keep its shelves stocked. The organization estimates that each month requires a combined total of between 400 and 500 volunteer hours, and there is always a need for more help and support, particularly on Mondays when heavy lifting is required to stock shelves.

The activity inside the space on any given Wednesday morning is reminiscent of a beehive - seamless teamwork, purposeful service and an obvious sense of community building. The energetic coordination between volunteers to rapidly assemble and pack up food items to serve the public, noting any dietary restrictions and evolving taste preferences of sometimes fickle youngsters, is the type of thing you might see in a restaurant known for its exceptional service.

Over the years, the organization has grown and expanded its services to encompass a wide area surrounding Wingham, including

Brussels, Blyth, Lucknow, Teeswater, Fordwich, Gorrie, Wroxeter, Bluevale and Belgrave.

Despite the massive service area, the North Huron Community Food Share remains steadfast in its mission to alleviate hunger and suffering in the community.

However, with high food prices and inflation affecting the cost of almost everything, the organization faces a challenging road ahead.

“The increase in food prices means people who are on fixed incomes are forced to choose between heating costs, rent costs and clothing costs. Guess what? At the end of the month, there isn’t enough left over to feed everybody.

Inflation costs have driven up the number of people we have to serve,” said treasurer and volunteer Al Skelton. This year, the organization expects to provide for more than 2,500 families or around 5,000 individuals, a steep increase over last year. Skelton says the numbers have been rising dramatically since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and there is no relief in sight.

To address this issue, the North Huron Community Food Share is holding a "Stuff the Bus" spring food drive on April 1, in collaboration with Wingham-based Montgomery Bus Lines and local grocery stores. Shoppers can purchase pre-packed bags of groceries that will be collected by volunteers stationed at Montgomery buses at each participating store.

In addition to food donations, the North Huron Community Food Share also welcomes financial contributions and gift cards to help purchase non-food items such as laundry detergent. Cheques and gift cards can be mailed to North Huron Community Food Share, P.O. Box 354, Wingham, Ontario, N0G 2W0.

To offset the rising cost of food, the organization has been forced to

‘Stuff the Bus’ planned for April 1 North Huron Community Food Share Treasurer Al Skelton and Board of Management Chair Marilyn King in the pantry on Wednesday, March 15. Inflation is adding demand to the services offered by the volunteer organization. (Scott Stephenson photo) reduce spending on toiletries. To help meet increasing needs, the Wingham Ironmen and Mid-Huron Huskies U18LL teams collected hygiene products at a recent game.

With the support of the local community, the North Huron Community Food Share is determined to continue its fight against hunger and provide assistance to those in need.

The only refuge in sorrow (J.R. Miller, “Counsel and Help”) “Being in anguish—He prayed more fervently.” Luke 22:44 We see the Master at prayer in Gethsemane. It was here that He prepared for His Cross. We should notice that His refuge in His exceeding sorrow—was prayer, and that, as the sorrow deepened—the refuge still was prayer. Prayer is the only refuge in sorrow. The lesson from the garden prayer is that we should take all the hard things, the anguishes, the insufferable pains, the bitter griefs of our lives—to God in prayer. We may be sure, too, that God will answer. If He does not relieve us of the suffering, He will strengthen us so that we can keep it, and still go on trusting and singing.

“Do not worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 A Grace Gem Submitted by: Immanuel United Reformed Church, Listowel, ON 519-492-1359

Pitching in For decades, the North Huron Food Share has been caring for members of the Wingham community and beyond. In fact, usership is on the rise, not just from the local community, but from an ever-growing geographical area that is making use of the Food Share as well. (Scott Stephenson photo)

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Survey says local food insecurity rising

By Scott Stephenson The Citizen

At the March 20 meeting of the Township of North Huron Council, Kristin Crane of the United Way Perth-Huron and Candace Cunningham of Huron Perth Public Health gave a well-researched presentation on local food insecurity, an issue that affects many in the community.

Results of a November, 2022 survey indicate that food insecurity is on the rise in the Township of North Huron, and changes need to be made to the existing system to adapt. Food banks were established in the 1990s as a stop-gap measure, but they remain one of the main methods Ontario chooses to combat food insecurity.

Nineteen per cent of those surveyed said that they often have to go as long as 24 hours without eating, and three per cent said they have children who sometimes go an entire day without consuming food.

According to Crane and Cunningham, looking at food insecurity as an isolated issue is part of the problem. Mental health issues, rising housing costs and a lack of access to social programs are just some of the interconnected issues making up the bigger picture.

The pair’s research suggests people living in situations of food insecurity have an increased risk of health issues, both physical and mental, and are often left with few options to seek help. Many people are forced to choose between medication and food.

The research also suggests that,

when a household is experiencing food insecurity, members of the family are typically struggling to pay other bills as well. Oftentimes, food budgets must be cut, because they are flexible, whereas rent and other bills are not.

Food insecurity doesn’t just affect those experiencing joblessness.

Sixty-two per cent of people surveyed in the area who are struggling with food insecurity have full-time employment, versus 48 per cent provincially. Only three per cent of those surveyed felt their wages were adequate to cover their cost of living. This led Crane and Cunningham to the conclusion that wages in the area are insufficient.

Crane and Cunningham offered several recommendations, the first of which was encouraging employers to increase wages to, at minimum, a living wage. A living wage is an hourly figure calculated to be the minimum a person needs to survive in the area in which they live. According to the United Way of Perth-Huron, locally that figure is $20.70 per hour. Crane and Cunningham applauded Winghambased business Britespan Building Systems for being the most recent local employer to pledge to pay their employees a living wage, and advocated for the Township of North Huron to follow suit. People making a living wage, according to Crane and Cunningham, have fewer health issues and suffer less food insecurity.

Another idea championed during the presentation is the creation of a guaranteed universal basic income

for all Canadian citizens. The idea of a basic income is to directly pay anyone who does not have enough income to survive on their own. An unconditional cash transfer from the government would be paid not only to those experiencing homelessness, joblessness, mental health issues or poverty, but to any other residents who are in need.

Once considered a radical idea, Crane and Cunningham pointed to several successful pilot projects that have taken place throughout the province. Basic income pilot projects have shown increased economic stability and decreased hunger amongst the populace being supported.

Crane and Cunningham ended

their presentation by saying they had drafted a letter to the Government of Canada on behalf of the Township of North Huron Council advocating for a universal basic income, and challenged councillors to sign it, send it and show their support for the township’s most vulnerable population.

Serving the community The Blyth Firefighters’ Association hosted a pancake breakfast on Saturday, March 18 at Blyth Memorial Community Hall as part of Taste of Huron’s Maple Mania. (John Stephenson photo)

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Up in flames A fire has taken another piece of history; this time in London at the site of the former psychiatric hospital. The building itself, built early in the last century and housing a recreation hall and a chapel, had been designated as a heritage property.

The property is currently under development as a high-rise apartment building, with the protected buildings being preserved as part of the site plan. The developer, Old Oak Properties, has faced criticism for failing to secure the buildings in the past with at least one other fire destroying another outbuilding that was part of the complex.

Canada is not an old country and many people don’t view our buildings as “historic”, but we are missing the fact that they are our history. People lived, died and worked in this hospital and other heritage sites and the buildings are what are left to tell the story.

Other buildings, even locally, are designated as heritage structures, but once they become too expensive to maintain or are in the way of development, we de-designate. Preserving our heritage shouldn’t be abandoned once it becomes inconvenient. A heritage or historical designation for a property should mean that we fight to protect it.

Whether or not the developer had incorporated it into the design of the modern complex, the province has now lost another of its valued heritage properties, which are already in such short supply. Once these properties disappear, they are gone forever and we can’t retrieve them. – DS

No Pride in play The National Hockey League (NHL), like many other professional sports leagues, appears to have a homophobia problem. Quietly, the sport that in many ways spearheaded inclusion of the LGBTQ community with 2012’s ahead-of-its-time “You Can Play” project has chipped away at that veneer of acceptance. And the league, as well as its teams, have stood by their players, allowing Pride Nights to be quashed and Pride-themed jerseys to stay hanging in lockers.

Philadelphia Flyer Ivan Provorov was the first player who refused to wear a Pride-themed jersey, saying it clashed with his Russian Orthodox religious beliefs. Both the Minnesota Wild and the New York Rangers would go on to cancel planned Pride Nights and, just last week, San Jose Sharks goaltender James Reimer refused to wear a Pride-themed jersey due to “personal convictions which are based on the Bible” and the team then shared his statement on Twitter.

While Reimer is Canadian, The Athletic has since connected many of the refusals to Russian players and President Vladimir Putin’s harsh laws that severely restrict the rights of LGBTQ citizens.

Sports are the ultimate meritocracy with the message that was heralded by the aforementioned You Can Play project, saying that, “if you can play, you can play” regardless of a number of factors.

The NHL already has a well-established racism problem and the actions of a handful of players are further highlighting a homophobia problem as well. Unfortunately, it’s foolhardy to blame a few bad apples in this, as coaches, teams and even the league have, at best, turned a blind eye, and at worst, stood up for intolerance.

If the NHL wants people to believe that hockey is for everyone, it needs to walk the walk and open its doors to all. – SL

Those closest to you The U.S. and Canada are historically considered to be friends and allies. The two countries share the world’s longest international border and an even longer history of close economic, cultural and political ties.

The relationship between the two nations is often characterized as one of the closest and most extensive in the world, despite occasional disputes and disagreements, or temporary periods of divisive leadership. As with any relationship, it’s important for both parties to remain aligned and actively engaged or risk of small fractures growing into larger rifts.

President Joe Biden is making his first in-person visit to Canada since taking office in 2021. Traditionally, an American President would prioritize an official visit to Canada early in their presidency, but Biden has stalled for more than two years for reasons that are not entirely clear.

The delay is not necessarily cause for bilateral concern, but it does raise questions about whether the relationship between the two nations is as stable and close-knit as it has traditionally been projected and perceived, or if it has somehow become vulnerable to modern forces of division.

The last two years have been notably chaotic and this could just be a case of better late than never. The “Freedom Convoy” protests of 2022 tested and exposed social and economic vulnerabilities in the international relationship and it’s likely Biden waited for a sense of political stability to resume before returning to Canada himself.

This is a reminder that nothing should ever be taken for granted, especially something that is as consequential as Canada’s relationship with its troublingly powerful neighbour to the south. So, thank you for the visit, Mr. President. Next time, don’t be such a stranger. – SBS

Looking Back Through the Years March 24, 1966 Beginning on April 1, stores in Brussels would be allowed to remain open on Friday nights until 10 p.m. as decided by a majority vote at a meeting of the Business Men’s Association held at the Brussels Library. The group also considered whether stores should be permitted to stay open on Saturday nights, but decided against pursuing that option.

Mrs. Winnifred Edgar received an unexpected visit from a group of close neighbors who came to her house for a delightful social gathering. The highlight of the evening was Mr. O. Parker’s presentation of pictures from his recent trip to Hawaii, which delighted everyone present. The neighbours gifted Mrs. Edgar with a clock for her newly renovated kitchen.

The Brussels Hi-T hosted their St. Patrick’s Day dance at the Brussels Legion, featuring music by the New Sets from London.

During the event, Barb Bray and Wayne Gruby, as well as Marlene Smith and Jim Yuill, won the spot dance contests. The door prize was awarded to Bonnie Workman.

March 24, 1976 Despite experiencing a power outage, the Young People of Londesborough enjoyed a lively Saturday evening that included playing basketball.

The Walton Community Hall hosted a euchre event with 10 tables active. The following people were awarded prizes: Mrs. Keith Rock for high lady, Mrs. Hugh Rinn for low lady, Harvey Craig for high man, Mel Jacklin for low man, and Mrs. Nelson Reid for the most zeros on the card.

The Belgrave Tyke hockey team

won the Tri-county Tyke Trophy.

The team remained unbeaten throughout the regular schedule and playoffs, and clinched the trophy by defeating West Howick 3-0. The scorers for Belgrave were Randy Nixon, with two goals, and Graham Taylor. In addition to the team’s regular season success, the Belgrave team also won exhibition games against Goderich, Blyth, Teeswater, Lucknow and Ripley.

March 25, 1998 Skaters from western, central, and northern Ontario, as well as Indiana, Michigan and Ohio, participated in the 27th Annual Western Ontario Section Winter Invitational Competition from March 13 to 15.

Two skaters from the Blyth Figure Skating Club performed their freeskate program at the Clearwater Arena in Sarnia Township.

Michelle Cook competed in the Preliminary A Free-Skate and secured fourth place. Jamie Lewis competed in the Junior Bronze A Ladies Free-Skate and won first place in her division.

Both skaters were coached by Michelle Blake from Brussels.

Cook and Lewis represented the Blyth Figure Skating Club exceptionally well and were proud of their achievements.

The Brussels Curling Club celebrated the end of its season with a banquet. President Steve Bowles presented the D.A. Rann Trophy to skip Mike Alexander, Vice Tuni Smith, second Bob Alexander, and lead Bob Steiss, for their outstanding performance. The Walter Scott Trophy for ladies’ curling was awarded to skip Doris Fischer, vice Velma Locking, second Linda Sauer, and lead Roseanne Brown.

The new executive team was also announced, with Steve Bowles serving as past-president, Steve Steiss as president, Bob Alexander as first vice, Brad Speiran as second vice, Orval Bauer and Stu Steiss on the bonspiel committee, Velma Locking as secretary treasurer, Tom Warwick, John Vanass, and Dona Knight on the draw committee, and Nora Stephenson as press reporter.

March 21, 2013 The Belgrave Community Centre Board hosted its annual wing and pub night in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. The event was wellattended, with dozens of people flocking to the community centre to enjoy chicken wings, prepared by Harvey Black.

The Huron County Junior Farmers were recognized for their outstanding achievements and presented the Overall Club of the Year Award at an annual conference. Members included Lisa Nethercott, Julie Nethercott, Nick Arts, Matt Van Miltenburg, Wade Dolman, Jacquelyn Denham, Becky Aitkens, Samantha Klaver, Rachel Haney and Margaret Vincent.

Junior Farmers Association of Ontario President Sarah Found made the award presentation.

Tom and Joan Armstrong marked their 60th wedding anniversary by celebrating with their loved ones at Goderich Place, their new home.

The couple exchanged their vows on March 18, 1953, in Wingham.

The Puppet Tamer, a.k.a. ventriloquist Tim Hollands, performed in Blyth, hosting two afternoon shows and an evening show for adults. Hollands was the star of the show, but performed most of his act with puppets Crackers the Parrot and Julius the Turtle.

THE CITIZEN, FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2023. PAGE 5.

Other Views One thought leads to another

T

hree things came together to suggest this column last Friday. In the same mail, I received both The Citizen, with Editor Shawn Loughlin’s complimentary column crediting me as being a co-founder (with James Roy and Anne Chislett) of the Blyth Festival and the brochure for the 2023 Blyth Festival season. At the same time, I had been doing research in old newspapers about the 1975 founding of the Festival.

Actually, the research I’d been doing in old files of The Blyth Standard, available through the Huron County Museum’s website, goes back farther than the beginning of the Festival itself to 1972 when the roots of the story began.

Murray Scott, president of the now-longforgotten Blyth Fall Fair, had approached Helen Gowing, chair of the Blyth Board of Trade, about the new Queen of the Fair, the winner of which was to proceed to the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto to compete, with Queens from Ontario’s other fall fairs, for the title there.

I had arrived in Blyth the previous November to take over as publisher of The Standard from previous publishers Doug and Lorna Whitmore, who would continue the printing side of the business with Blyth Printing, now run by their son Ken. Because we would be using the new offset printing process at the new printing plant at the Goderich Signal-Star, we’d be able to print photographs. I wanted to impress our readers, so I decided to cover a variety concert being held at Blyth Memorial Hall that week.

When I entered the 50-year-old hall, I had trouble taking photos of the local talent because I was so impressed by the building itself. I had been in theatres like the Royal Alexandra and the Ryerson Theatre in Toronto while I studied journalism in the city, and while

Keith Roulston From the cluttered desk the rundown building did not live up to these facilities, it was special. Though the paint was flaking off and the sets were shoddy from years of being seldom used since people started staying home to watch television, it was an impressive site.

So I suggested to Helen Gowing that the Queen of the Fair contest should be held in an updated Memorial Hall. With approval from the Blyth Recreation Committee, which ran the hall, a brigade of bucket-and-mop-wielding volunteers including (all sadly deceased, now) Helen, Evalena and Keith Webster, Lloyd Tasker, Phyllis Street and Melda McElroy, arrived to tackle cleaning and redecorating the building.

About the same time, I was in Clinton to cover a meeting of the Huron County Federation of Agriculture. I arrived early and was attending a street fair when I ran into Jim Fitzgerald, editor of the Clinton News-Record.

He introduced me to Paul Thompson, director of a Toronto-based company from Theatre Passe Muraille, which was researching a play west of Clinton. I told Thompson what we were doing in Blyth and he invited me to The Farm Show when it was presented to the community in August, when 150 local residents sat in a hay mow in an old barn, (including, unknown to me, James Roy).

Back in Blyth, cleaning and redecorating continued for the Sept. 19 community concert

and Queen crowning. When the show was over, however, the local fire chief stepped in to say the hall could no longer be used unless a new fire escape was provided to the old building.

Local council agreed to provide the $5,000 needed, but worried about the electrical wiring for the old building. That passed inspection, but a local builder on council worried about a sag in the Memorial Hall roof. An engineer agreed, saying the entire roof needed to be replaced.

Debate dragged on, month after month, year after year. Paul Thompson initially was excited about making Blyth a summer home base.

After The Farm Show was successful in Toronto and he took it on tour, he squeezed the show into Memorial Hall’s basement for a sold-out show.

But the debate about the hall dragged on and Theatre Passe Muraille went to Petrolia. In the fall of 1974, the Blyth Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion and the Blyth Senior Citizens convinced council that spending $50,000 to replace Memorial Hall roof was worth the investment. By February, the hall was still poorly decorated, but hosted the tour of Take A Beaver to Lunch, starring Dave Broadfoot and Carol Robinson, and Naked on the North Shore

by Clinton-area native Ted Johns.

During that winter, James Roy was making a small show at Theatre Passe Muraille and, during a conversation with Paul Thompson, was told about Blyth’s theatre. James wrote to me in March, came up and saw the theatre, put together a company and chose to make the opening show based on local native Harry J. Boyle’s book Mostly in Clover, and the first Festival was a success a few months later.

And that’s how Shawn’s column in The Citizen, the Festival’s brochure and my own reading led to this column.

This week's Maitland Valley Camera Club Photo of the Week comes by way of Auburn­area photographer Sylvia Nonkes, who recently captured this frosty morning vista ­ a reminder that while spring may be around the corner, Huron County winter is not over just yet.

Shawn Loughlin Shawn’s Sense

When you’re young...

A

fter turning 40 last year (readers may remember my series of columns that was both heralded by critics and championed by mass audiences), it’s hard to consider myself “young” anymore. Sure, in some relative terms, I am young, but in many other ways, I’m not. And that’s alright.

A recent Nanos Research survey has found that 64 per cent of Canadians are happy with their home and native land as a country. This is a sharp drop from the 74 per cent who felt likewise just two years ago. The study’s mean score called this a 6.6, compared to a 7.2 in 2021. However, among those under the age of 35, the score is an even lower 5.8.

When I pitched this as a potential editorial topic this week, my point was, essentially, duh.

Why would young people have an optimistic view of the country right now? After all, political decisions don’t have a very good track record of catering to young people.

Despite repeated warnings and dire predictions about climate change and the danger waiting for the next generations, elected politicians of all stripes, at all levels, refuse to change their ways or the ways of their countries, provinces, municipalities, etc.

Furthermore, a lot of the issues at the forefront of discussions in Canada these days are disproportionately affecting the young people of our great country, such as inflation, rising housing costs, the changing economy and more. Millennials (which aren’t even among the youngest generation these days) have been called the unluckiest generation, faced with recessions, pandemics and more, all while trying to get their young lives started.

Many people my age or younger are coming to terms with the fact that they may never own their own home. Furthermore, many of them are choosing not to have children. Sure, there are generational changes happening and more people are choosing to have fewer children, but, for a lot of people, affording another one or two little mouths to feed is a bridge too far.

Even locally, municipal councillors differ wildly from one another when it comes to the things they prize most. Some will move heaven and earth to ensure that recreation and opportunities for (the so-prized and borderlinemythical) young families remain in place they are the future of our communities, those councillors will say - while others, retired and high on their generation’s hog, are happy to close the door behind them.

Some members of North Huron Council, for example, clearly don’t care about the younger generations. To even discuss the closing of an arena in a recreation- and culture-rich village like Blyth shows a tremendous lack of foresight and an utter failure to understand what’s important to young people.

As the father of a two-and-a-half-year-old girl and a six-week-old boy, I hope I don’t have to have that conversation with them one day. Imagine, sitting them down and explaining that some councillors of the day were willing to trash recreation opportunities so dear to young people and young parents to save a buck, creating a still-very-expensive place to live that offers nothing in return.

Don’t worry though, I’ll tell them, they had other “great concerns”. Real problems like gender-neutral language. Now, run along and play... on a decrepit street... alone... with nothing to do and no one to do it with.

You can’t blame young people for being fed up. Leaders of all political stripes have, for too long, done nothing to make their lives better and they can’t live in a promise or fry up some hope and optimism for dinner that night.

PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2023.

At the Branch

Legion plays host to Hemingway wedding

By Jo-Ann McDonald The early part of the week was quiet after having the Brussels Lions Club meeting on Monday evening. There was no Cadets meeting, as it was March Break and they do not meet if there is no school. The Thursday night darts had 12 darters out to play. The first place team was Eric Ross and Sheron Stadelmann; second, John Stadelmann and Rhonda Davis; high shots, Sheron, 113, Paul

Willie, 140 and Chris Brown, 120.

Come out any night just to have some darting fun. It starts at 8 p.m. on Thursday evenings.

Friday was a busy night around the Brussels Legion Branch as it was the venue for the wedding of Ross Hemingway and Susan Thibedeau. The 40 or so in attendance enjoyed a meal, St. Patrick’s theme in colour, music by the Irish Cowboys, and lots of fun, dancing and laughter after the

ceremony. Ross’s children Lyle, Darren and Darlene and families were on hand for the evening.

Congratulations to Ross and Sue. The catering crew for the evening was Linda Bird, Deb Ross, Jo-Ann McDonald, John Lowe and Judy Lee. Nanci Ducharme was the bartender.

The pub grub downstairs for a nice crowd was Irish stew, in keeping with the St. Patrick’s Day theme.

Leo Club hosts murder mystery

Tonight, March 24, is chili and a roll and our special initiation night for all the new members. About 20 will be on hand for initiation and short tours of the Branch. A social evening will follow with Jelly Bean Blue providing music. Members and the public are welcome to attend and have a good night and learn about the Legion.

Saturday was again a busy day that began with cleaning from Friday night and taking down St. Patrick’s and wedding decorations.

The theme for Saturday night’s Murder Mystery “Killers in the Outfield” presented by the Brussels Leo Club was, of course, baseball!

Our ever-so-talented Deb Ross was hard at work making the hall look great for the evening with jerseys, uniformed mannequins, pennants,

gloves, balls and even a ball diamond. The hall was set for nearly 120 people who attended.

The social started at 5 p.m. and the performance by “It’s a Mystery to Me” group at 6 p.m. A roast beef dinner was served at 6:50 p.m. and the performance resumed by 7:30 p.m. Dessert was served during the next break at 8:15 p.m. It was a great show with a surprise ending that was revealed at the end of the night.

Many of those attending dressed in their baseball finest hoping to win a prize. It was a great night for all. The catering crew for the Legion included Judy Lee, John Lowe, Jo-Ann McDonald, Lisa Glanville and Joan Smith.

Bartending were Sandra Brown and Catrina Josling.

Worth investigating The Brussels Leo Club hosted a baseball-themed murder mystery dinner fundraiser at the Brussels Legion on Saturday night, bringing together a who’s who of the village, all in their baseball best, to partake and sharpen their detective skills. (John Stephenson photo)

A NOTE FROM BETTY

By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-9231 Spring has arrived, at least the television version. Spring is now determined by date and time, no longer the fixed date of March 21.

It is still feeling a touch wintery.

The murder mystery hosted by the Leo Club on Saturday night was a success. It was lots of fun, with good costumes/ball outfits of every colour and imagination and good acting on the part of the folks from “It’s a Mystery to Me”. Prior to dinner was a chance to check out the tables and guests with their ball paraphernalia and for the company to set the scene for the evening.

The Legion folks offered their fine roast beef dinner then the mystery continued as each suspect was questioned in fun and revealing ways. Dessert gave an opportunity to compare suspect names and the final act let us know that the owner of the fictitious team was the murderer. Our table did not see that, but I hear Glenda Morrison nailed it. It was a fun time. Thanks, and good job Leo Club with Zoey and Thom checking the details.

We’ve hit the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic. What an anniversary to remember. An article in the Toronto Star on March 20 pulled numbers and times together for an interesting read. As of March 13, 2023, 51,624 Canadians have

died from this fast-spreading, virulent virus. Worldwide, nearly seven million died. Misinformation was a major threat in the first years, as this was a new virus and knowledge was limited. Each day gave us new information at an amazing rate worldwide; scientists shared knowledge, with research as never before. A vaccine was found and ready for production. A possible 2,800 Canadians died because of vaccine hesitancy from rampant, untrue information. We lived, we learned and we listened.

Now, immunity has improved, as over 80 per cent of Canadians are fully vaccinated. This is the big difference this year, our bodies have more resistance, the viral effect is less severe, so hospitalization and death are greatly reduced.

Our understanding of all viruses is better. Our handwashing rate has

NEWS FROM BRUSSELS

improved. A cough or sore throat gets our full attention and we know we need to stay home and keep our bugs to ourselves. In questionable places, a mask is a good plan. This is not a celebration time, this is time to appreciate our health system and our own health. Be kind, especially be kind to those families who experienced illness and death from COVID-19. Perhaps we have learned some empathy and understanding in the past three years. I live in hope.

Things of spring are starting to happen. Get ready to celebrate this busy bursting season.

Bye now, Betty G.W.

A solo effort Earlier this month, the Brussels Skating Club held its annual year-end showcase and awards ceremony.

Among those who showed off their skills was Madison (John Koch, above, who performed a solo routine.

Stephenson photo)

THE CITIZEN, FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2023. PAGE 7.

Toll inducted into Clydesdale Hall of Fame

Honoured Aubrey Toll, seen above in 1986 with his wife Marie and one of their farm’s prized Clydesdale horses, has recently been inducted into the Clydesdale Horse Association of Canada Hall of Fame as one of four members of the Class of 2022. This is just the third year that leaders in the industry have been elected into the Hall of Fame and Toll is just the second Ontarian to be in the Hall of Fame. (Courtesy photo)

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen The late Aubrey Toll of Blyth, who passed away in 2005, has been posthumously inducted into the Clydesdale Horse Association of Canada Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2022. Aubrey was widely known in North America and Scotland as a breeder, importer and exporter of Registered Clydesdales.

Toll is joined by three other inductees: Allan Gordeyko, Lloyd Langille and Frederick Wesley Dunn.

Below is a submission written by

Vaughn Toll, Aubrey’s son, for Canadian Clydesdale Contact 2023.

BY VAUGHN TOLL Submitted for the Clydesdale Horse Association of Canada 2022 Hall of Fame class “Aubrey Toll (1920-2005) was born into a farming family near Blyth, Ontario on March 19, 1920.

He married Marie MacCrostie (1920-2015), an elementary teacher, in 1944. They raised four children on the family farm: Cheryl, Vaughn, Kerry and Avon.

“Aubrey was a fourth generation Clydesdale breeder and showed his

first horse, a foal at the Blyth Fall Fair at the age of seven. By the mid1950s he was showing his own 6horse hitch at local shows. He and his father, Fred, took horses to the 1956 Royal Winter Show in Toronto. In the years that followed, he trucked many horses to the Royal, won many prizes and made valuable connections with Clyde owners from all over Canada, the U.S. and Scotland.

“He imported his first Scottish horses in 1961 and from then until the early 70s, he imported more than 60 horses from Scotland.

Among his many imports were the

Easter egg hunt set for April 8 From Marilyn’s Desk

By Marilyn Craig Call 523-9318

Sorry to hear that Alec Nethery is a patient in Clinton Public Hospital. We hope he will be feeling better soon.

Happy belated birthday to Kathy McNichol, who celebrated March 18; Grace Hallahan, March 20, and Taylor Wharton, March 22. Hope you all enjoyed your special day.

Happy birthday to Paul Popp, who will celebrate on March 28, and Matt and Aaron Popp, March 30.

Mark your calendars for April 8 at 11 a.m. and come to the Blyth Greenway Trail at the water tower to enjoy an Easter egg hunt sponsored by Friends of the Village of Blyth and supported by the Township of North Huron.

Monday was the first full day of spring. The sun was shining and the

temperature is 4°C or 5°C. What a beautiful spring day; it even smells like spring. I have noticed that the spring flowers are poking their heads up through the ground; another sign of spring. The longrange forecast is that it will be a wet and cool spring.

Have a safe week and give

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“In 1960, Aubrey trucked horses to the Brandon Winter Fair in Manitoba for the first time. For several years, this was an annual trip resulting in successful outcomes. Beginning in 1961, he participated for four successive summers in the Western “A” Circuit at Brandon, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon and Regina exhibitions, travelling with his family, two trucks, a wagon and up to 14 horses.

During the 1960s, he attended up to 50 fairs each year.

“In 1962 he sold four of his Clydes to August A. Busch, company chairman of AnheuserBusch Brewery. This exchange was the first of many horse deals between the two men. Aubrey estimated that Mr. Busch purchased over 70 Clydes from him over the years.

“Aubrey judged horses at some local fairs as well as the Calgary Stampede, Brandon Winter Fair, Halifax Exhibition, the National Clyde Show at Waterloo, Iowa and the stallion classes at the Royal Highland Show in Scotland.

“In 1986, he was contacted by Ted Nugent’s farm manager at Timberwood Farms in Michigan.

All of the Clydes at the farm were for sale. When the deal was completed, Aubrey had purchased 17 of the horses. In this group were Greendykes Golden Arrow, Doura Marquis and several Collessie-bred mares.

The best horse was Maplewood Glen Rose which he sold to David and Wilma Cleghorn of Guelph; she was David’s favourite and best producing mare.

“He trucked his horses in a simple stock truck; always shod his own horses; taught many the art of tying tails and rolling manes and drove his own hitches.

“His wife, Marie, was his mainstay over the years by keeping things going at home while he was on the road. She made hundreds of crepe paper mane flowers, washed yards of white, cheesecloth mane rolls and organized the many pictures and articles that preserved the stories of Aubrey’s many adventures.

“He was meticulous about how his horses were prepared and presented for show.

He was adamant that their feet and legs were washed with warm water. At the end of the day, he liked nothing better than to sit on the tack box in the horse barn while negotiating a deal with a fellow Clyde owner, “Aubrey died on July 21, 2005 at 85, leaving a rich legacy of love, loyalty and knowledge of the Clydesdale breed which he generously imparted to many including the fifth and sixth generations of Clyde breeders among his descendants on the home farm. He would be proud to know that his son and grandsons are continuing the family tradition of breeding and exhibiting his beloved Clydes.

“There have been many dedicated horsemen over the years who kept the horse business going when there wasn’t much reason to do so….

Aubrey was one of them.

The Clydesdale Horse Association of Canada Hall of Fame Committee was founded in 2020.

According to the association’s website, the committee was established “to recognize those Canadian Clydesdale breeders whose decision making and hard work have developed the Canadian Clydesdale into a highly esteemed and internationally coveted breed.”

The association itself was founded in 1886, over 135 years ago. The first Hall of Fame class was inducted in 2020, consisting of Alfred Edwin “Eddie” Arnold of Manitoba, Wreford Hewson of Ontario, Dale Rosenke of Alberta and Thomas Daniel of Nova Scotia.

The 2021 class included Doug Charles of Saskatchewan, John “Junior” Heatlie of Quebec, Dennis Gordeyko of Alberta and Lawrence McIntyre Rye of Alberta.

Toll was the only person from Ontario in the 2022 class (Allan Gordeyko is from Alberta, Lloyd Langille was from Nova Scotia and Frederick Wesley Dunn was from Manitoba) and just the second Ontarian ever to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

For more information, visit canadianclydesdales.ca.

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Sports Ironmen to meet Patriots after win over Bulldogs

Moving on up The Wingham Ironmen won a thriller on Friday night over the Kincardine Bulldogs in game five of their bestof-seven series. While the Bulldogs had won the first game, the Ironmen roared back, winning the next four, capped off with the overtime victory by a score of 4-3 in Wingham to give them the series win. Kyle Stanbury of the Ironmen was the man of the hour, as he scored a

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen Friday night was one to remember for the Wingham Ironmen, as they defeated the Kincardine Bulldogs to punch their ticket to the second round of the playoffs and goaltender Garrett Golley was honoured as the winner of the conference’s Most Valuable Player and Top Goaltender Awards.

The Ironmen will now face the first-place Mount Forest Patriots in the second round of the playoffs, with the first game already under their belts, played on Wednesday night, though a score was unavailable at press time.

The series continues on Friday night with game two in Wingham at 8 p.m., followed by game three set for Saturday in Mount Forest.

Game four is set for March 29 in Wingham, followed by games five, six and seven, if necessary, scheduled for March 31 in Mount Forest, April 1 in Wingham and April 3 in Mount Forest, respectively.

The Ironmen earned their position in the second round of the North Pollock Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey League playoffs last Friday night with a 4-3 overtime win over the Kincardine Bulldogs. The victory gave the Ironmen a four-games-to-one series victory over the Bulldogs.

As mentioned, prior to the game,

Golley was honoured with two of the conference’s most coveted awards. He won, in part, thanks to breaking the league record for shutouts in a season, registering nine in the 2022/2023 season while posting a record of 23-8-2-1 and a goals-against average of 2.29 and a save percentage of .914.

Kyle Stanbury scored a hat trick in the game to propel his team to victory, including the gamewinning overtime goal, scored just five minutes into the first overtime period.

Stanbury opened the scoring at 4:12 of the first period with a power play goal, his third of the playoffs, assisted by Matt Tolton. Kincardine evened the score at one before the period ended, however, when Steven Grant scored his second goal of the playoffs on the power play, unassisted.

To open the second period, Coleson Fischer scored his first goal of the playoffs at 1:07 of the period, assisted by Kyle Stanbury.

Kincardine roared back less than a minute later when Gavin Downs scored his first goal of the playoffs at 1:50 of the period, assisted by Jake Ertel and Gavin Gibbons.

The teams exchanged goals again in the third period. Kincardine’s Kieran Moore scored his first goal of the playoffs at 5:31 of the third period, on the power play, assisted

by Steven Grant and Liam Colhoun, followed by Stanbury scoring his

hat trick to propel his team to victory. However, he was not alone as, before the game, Ironmen goaltender Garrett Golley received the conference’s Most Valuable Player and Top Goaltender Awards after what was a tremendous season for the young man. Stanbury and the Ironmen are seen above (John Stephenson celebrating Friday night’s overtime winner. photo)

fourth of the playoffs and second of the game at 11:02 of the period, assisted by Dawson Fahrer.

In the first overtime period, Stanbury scored his third goal of

the game and fifth of the playoffs at 5:20, unassisted, to win the game and the series for the Ironmen.

Garrett Golley earned the win for Wingham in the Ironmen net,

stopping 23 of the 26 shots he faced, while Carter Garvie was handed the overtime loss for the Bulldogs, stopping 39 of 43 shots.

Jake Ertel of the Bulldogs was called for the first penalty of the game, a slashing infraction, at 2:24 of the first period. Wingham’s Dawson Fahrer was called for interference at 13:56 of the period, followed by a cross-checking call against Wingham’s Turner Mckenzie at the 15-minute mark of the first period, an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty called against Kincardine’s Carter Servais and a roughing penalty called against Wingham netminder Garrett Golley, both at 15:14 of the first period. Matt Tolton served the penalty for Golley.

In the second period, Kyle Stanbury was called for unsportsmanlike conduct at 3:45 of the period, followed by a crosschecking call against Wingham’s Jonah Burley.

Kincardine’s Steven Grant and Carter Servais were called for roughing after the whistle and slashing, respectively, and Matt Tolton of the Ironmen was penalized for roughing after the whistle, all at 8:19 of the period.

Four penalties were then handed out at 11:55: roughing after the whistle calls against Steven Grant and Carter Servais of the Bulldogs, and a roughing penalty against Wingham’s Dawson Fahrer and interference called against Garrett Golley, which was served by Nigel Kreager.

Kincardine’s Wilson Shipp had the final penalty of the period, a charging call, at 13:27 of the second.

Nate Bloemberg of the Ironmen served the only penalty of the third period, a holding-the-stick call at 5:07, and Kincardine’s Austin Waite had the only penalty of the overtime period, being called for tripping at 1:34 of the final period of the series.

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THE CITIZEN, FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2023. PAGE 9.

U9 Crusaders heading to Tara for tournament

The right direction The U15 Rep Crusaders beat the Hanover Falcons on Friday night in Brussels by a score of 5-1 in their playoff series, above. The Crusaders had the better night on St. Patrick’s Day, but the two teams would then tie twice in the coming days - 2-2 on Sunday and 33 on Tuesday night - and the four points would give the locals the series win.

(John Stephenson photo)

Continued from page 1 the Mid-Huron Huskies in Brussels by a score of 7-3. They were due to play the Arthur Vipers, also in Brussels, on March 19, but that game was cancelled.

The U13 Local League team has a home-and-home series with the Owen Sound Junior Attack Red team scheduled for March 25 in Brussels and March 26 in Owen Sound. The Crusaders won their playoff game on the road against the Walkerton Capitals on March 19 by a score of 10-2, but lost their March 16 playoff game against the Minto Mad Dogs by a score of 6-1, just a day after beating the MidHuron Huskies on the road by a score of 7-0.

The U11 Rep team won its playoff game in Brussels on March 14 against the Mid-Huron Huskies by a score of 7-4, while the U11 Local League Burgundy team lost its playoff game against the MidHuron Huskies on March 13 by a score of 4-2.

On March 19, the U8 Black team played the Thunder in Zurich, but a score was not kept for that game.

On March 18, the U8 Black and Burgundy teams played two HuronBruce teams in Ripley, but scores were not kept for those games.

On March 21, the U9 team played the Mid-Huron Huskies in Brussels, but a score for that game was unavailable at press time.

This weekend, the U9 team will head to Tara, Ontario to take part in the Arran-Elderslie Tournament.

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Zwep’s team wins Rann Trophy DONATION FUND The Municipality of Central Huron is pleased to announce their annual Central Huron Donation Fund. The Municipality will again set aside funds to assist and promote community-based nonprofit organizations. Funding is also available for national and international non-profit organizations provided that they have a local branch or affiliate and whose programs demonstrate a direct benefit for the residents of our Municipality.

Organizations and/or community groups whose primary focus is not within the Municipality are eligible to apply for donations, however preference will be given to organizations and/or charities whose primary focus is within the Municipality.

A great season The Brussels Curling Club wrapped up its season on March 13, which meant awarding the coveted D.A. Rann Memorial Trophy to the year’s top team. This year, the honour went to George Zwep, second from right, and his team, above, which included Hannah Nauwelaerts, left, Andrew Fear, second from left, and Steve Bowers, right. (Courtesy photo) The Brussels Curling Club finished the year of curling on March 13. Winners were: firstplace team for the second draw was Steve Steiss, Janelle Cardiff, Paul Fear and Laura Fischer; second, Steve Dolmage, Katherine Thomet, Andrew Fear and Leisa Albers; third, Don Chesher, MaryAnn Thompson, Gary Pipe and Laken Smith; fourth, Jack Pipe, Reg Vinnicombe, Nicole Alexander and Christine Coverdale; fifth, Brent Alexander, George Zwep, Chris Jutzi and Danielle Jutzi; sixth, Mike Alexander, Diana Dolmage, Barbara Cadotte and Alex Jebson; seventh, Matthew Cardiff, Martin Thomet, Darcy Fear and Hannah Nauwelaerts; eighth, Douwa Top, Tyler Jutzi, Brenden Howson and Trisha Fischer; ninth, Doug Bremner, Steve Bowers, Dona Knight and Natalie Fear and 10th, Steve Knight, Jo-Ann McDonald,

Deb Coultes and Jill Wagerman.

The last night was celebrated with a lovely social time with lots of delicious snacks enjoyed by all.

The normal business for the year was conducted. The president for the 2023/2024 season is Matthew Cardiff with Brent Alexander as first vice-president and Andrew Fear as second vice-president. Tyler Jutzi thanked everyone for coming out for the 2022/2023 season and hopes everyone will return.

The final gathering for the Brussels Curling Club for prize presentations was held on Monday, March 20. There were nearly 50 enjoying the delicious fare of potluck dishes. Following the meal, the presentations were made to the top three teams from the two draws by incoming President Matthew Cardiff.

The first draw winners were George Zwep, Steve Bowers,

Andrew Fear and Hannah Nauwelaerts; second, Steve Knight, Diana Dolmage, Paul Fear, Brendan Howson and third, Don Chesher, Jack Pipe, Dona Knight and Laken Smith. The winners of the second draw are recorded above.

The D.A. Rann Memorial Trophy was presented to the team with the top points from a draw. Winning the D.A. Rann Trophy for the first time after 45 years of curling was George Zwep and his team: Steve Bowers, Andrew Fear and Hannah Nauwelaerts, scoring 62 points over the six games. Congratulations to all the winners.

The evening then continued with a couple of games conducted by Gary Pipe. There was lots of fun and laughter. It was a great evening and the club looks forward to seeing everyone back to curl next year. Have a great summer!

To Qualify Organizations must be non-profit. Proposed programs or events must clearly demonstrate a direct social or economic benefit for residents of Central Huron. Successful organizations will be required to submit a post project report identifying the use of the funds.

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Applications clearly marked Central Huron Donation Fund are to be received by the undersigned on Friday, March 31, 2023: Nicole Lowe, Records Clerk Municipality of Central Huron 23 Albert St. PO Box 400 Clinton, Ontario N0M 1L0 records@centralhuron.com

PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2023.

Sports

U18 BB Huron Heat to take on Ancaster again

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen

We meet again The U18 BB Huron Heat took on the Oakville Hornets in Clinton on Saturday afternoon and the teams fought to a 2-2 tie. Looking ahead, the Heat will take on the Ancaster Avalanche in a playoff game this weekend, followed by another game with the Hornets, scheduled for March 26 in Oakville. (John Stephenson photo)

The U18 BB Huron Heat team will be taking on the Ancaster Avalanche this Saturday in Clinton as their playoff journey continues after posting a 2-2 tie with the Oakville Hornets over the weekend.

Also that day, the U11 C Heat will play the Woodstock Wildcats in a playoff game in Thamesford, while the U9 HL White and Black teams will both be on the road, playing the South Huron Sabres and the Lucan Irish, respectively.

On Sunday, the U9 B team will be on the road for a game with the North Middlesex Junior Stars, while the Senior team will host Milverton in Hensall and the U18 BB Heat will be on the road for a playoff game with the Oakville Hornets to settle what couldn’t be settled last weekend.

On Monday, March 27, the U15 BB Heat will be on the road for a playoff game with the Twin Centre Hericanes.

On Thursday, March 30, the U13 B Heat will play the Lucknow/Wingham 86ers in Ripley for an exhibition game. The next day, the U9 HL Black and White teams will travel to St. Marys for the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) Championship Tournament in St. Marys, with the White team having games scheduled with the St. Marys Rock and the Bluewater Hawks and the Black team set to play the Lucan Irish.

On April Fool’s Day, the U9 HL Black team will continue its tournament play with games against the St. Thomas Panthers and the South Huron Sabres, while the U9 HL White team will play the North Middlesex Junior Stars in tournament action.

Also that day, the U11 B team will be in Hensall to play the London Devilettes.

The following weekend, April 79, the U13 B Heat will be in Brampton for the Brampton Canadettes Easter Tournament.

On Sunday, March 19, the U13 C Heat won their playoff game in Clinton against the B.A.D. Blazers by a score of 2-0, while the U18 C Heat won their game, also in Clinton, against the Ilderton Jets by a score of 1-0. The U9 HL White team beat the North Middlesex Junior Stars by a score of 2-1, while the U18 BB Heat lost their playoff game to the Ancaster Avalanche on the road by a score of 1-0.

The Senior team played Milverton that night on the road, but a score was unavailable at press time.

On March 18, the U9 HL White team beat the Irish in Lucan by a score of 9-1, while that afternoon the U18 BB Heat tied their playoff game with the Oakville Hornets by a score of 2-2.

On March 21, the U18 C Heat hosted the St. Thomas Panthers for a playoff game in Clinton and the U15 C Heat welcomed the Ilderton Jets to Seaforth for a playoff game, but scores were unavailable.

Unemployment rises In February, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula economic region increased by 0.2 percentage points to 4.6 per cent. The provincial unemployment rate remained unchanged at five per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality.

Overall net employment in the region decreased by 1,700, with 2,100 full-time losses and 400 parttime gains. The region’s labour force size decreased from 162,300 people in January of 2023 to 160,700 people in February of 2023.

The number of goods-producing sector employees decreased once again this month by net 100. The

manufacturing sector experienced the biggest loss this month (-1,600), followed by construction (-100).

Utilities experienced the greatest gain this month (+1,400), followed by agriculture (+400).

Employment in the servicesproducing sector decreased by net 1,600. Professional, scientific and technical services experienced the biggest loss (-2,300) followed by transportation and warehousing (1,200). Wholesale and retail trade experienced the largest gain once again this month (+1,500), followed by healthcare and social assistance (+1,100).

“We continue to remain one of Continued on page 11

Corporation of the Township of North Huron

TAXES DUE The first 2023 tax installment for the Township of North Huron is due on Monday, March 27, 2023. Interest at 1 1/4% per month, or any part thereof will be charged on unpaid accounts as of March 28, 2023 and the first day of each month thereafter.

Awarded Earlier this month, the Wingham Skating Club held its annual year-end showcase and awarded some of its most promising skaters to recognize all the hard work and dedication of the previous season. Back row, from left: Coach David Scherpenzeel; Wesley Bergey and Natalie Gowland, Most Improved CanSkaters Pre-CanSkate to Stage 2; Brooklyn Leis and Alena Scott, Most Improved StarSkaters; Gillian Mckee, Most Improved CanSkate Stage 3-6; Zoe Seip, Spirit of Skating Award; Coach Julia Jacobs. Front row, from left: Reid Fergusson and Aliyah Cordes, Spirit of Skating Awards, and Jackson Davenport, Most Improved Power Skater. Absent was Spencer Stapleton, Most Improved Power Skater. (Scott Stephenson photo)

NOTE: Persons who have acquired properties and have not received a tax bill should contact the Municipal Office. Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve a taxpayer from responsibility for payment of taxes, nor from penalty for late payment.

Please contact the Treasury Department in regards to the various payment options available. Pre-authorized payment sign-up forms are available at www.northhuron.ca or at the Town Hall.

Chris Townes Director of Finance Township of North Huron

THE CITIZEN, FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2023. PAGE 11.

HE Council to pay more for fire truck

Up and at ’em On Saturday morning, the Blyth Firefighters’ Association hosted a special pancake breakfast at Memorial Hall as part of the Taste of Huron Maple Mania festival, which included meals, tours and activities held throughout the county. (John Stephenson photo)

MacLellan seeks options for intersections, housing centre

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen At Wednesday morning’s Huron County Council meeting, Huron East Mayor Bernie MacLellan put forward a notice of motion asking staff to put together some information on alternative funding sources for three big-ticket projects.

MacLellan put forward the motion

that staff bring council information on what it will take to bring three projects - intersection improvements in Exeter and Blyth and the Gibbons Street supportive housing project in Goderich - to the point of being shovel-ready, but not financing them entirely by property taxes collected from Huron County residents. His motion suggested further exploring public/private partnerships or

potential grants from upper tiers of government before moving forward with the projects funded entirely with Huron County dollars.

Central Huron Deputy-Mayor Marg Anderson seconded the motion.

There was no discussion on the motion, but it will be up for debate at council’s April 5 meeting, when council will vote on it.

Huron East Council has approved additional funding in the amount of $21,550 plus HST to complete the construction of a new pumper truck for the Grey division of the Huron East Fire Department.

Council approved the purchase of the truck in September of 2021, according to a report prepared by Fire Chief Kent Readman. It is now in the final phase of production and was inspected by Readman and Grey District Chief Gary Boyer in mid-February.

“During the inspection process, a number of deficiencies and additional requirements were noted. The small deficiencies noted will be corrected by Fort Garry Fire Trucks at no additional cost to the municipality,” Readman noted in his report.

The additional requirements are: additional 120-volt receptacles in storage compartments and the cab to meet current and future rechargeable battery needs; additional shelving in a rear compartment to accommodate long-handled tools; installation of a shelving unit in the cab to accommodate the storage of portable radios and flashlights; reorganization of the self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) storage to better utilize compartment space; installation of three fire extinguishers and proper brackets; installation of a slide-out tray in an elevated compartment for safer and easier access to equipment; installation of scene lighting on the front of the truck; installation of the antenna and wiring for the mobile radio; installation of an air-horn button on the pump panel; purchase of a hard

suction hose for drafting operations; installation of decals on truck and installation of a hydrant and hose wrench set.

Readman noted that the above items are essential in order for the truck to meet the needs of the department and also pointed out that, in today’s market, the same truck without the add-on items is being sold for $735,000, nearly $240,000 more than Huron East is paying for the same truck. *** Patrick Armstrong, co-founder of Huron and Area Search and Rescue, addressed Huron East Council and requested funds for the organization moving forward.

Council didn’t make a decision at the meeting, but requested a staff report so the issue could be discussed at a later date. *** While the issue of the composition of and compensation for Huron East Council has been settled for the time being, council will be hoping to hear from the public on the issue in the near future.

Deputy-Mayor Alvin McLellan raised the topic of the municipality’s engagement platform, Huron East Asks Residents (HEAR), and increasing engagement with it on issues like the new draft of the procedural bylaw, which was passed earlier in the meeting.

He suggested that input be welcomed once again for the council composition issue, which staff said is their intention.

The Huron East Asks Residents engagement platform can be found at huroneastasksresidents.ca.

Report released Continued from page 10 the lowest unemployment rates in Ontario; creating a very tight labour market for our economic region” says Dana Soucie, Executive Director for the Four County Labour Market Planning Board.

“We have analyzed the demographics that make up the unemployment rate and released the

2022-2023 report ‘Impacts of Low Unemployment’ which can be accessed on our website at www.planningboard.ca/reports.”

Current job postings for Bruce, Grey, Huron and Perth Counties have increased over time since the pandemic and can be found online at www.connect2JOBS. ca.

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Showing off The Brussels Skating Club recently held its year-end showcase and many of the village’s most talented skaters were able to show off all they had learned over the course of the year. Above, from left: Rayna Terpstra, Brynlee Armstrong, Korlee Campbell, Avery MacLeod, Brook Reibling, Hannah Reibling, Allison Albers, Jillian Albers and Elsy Jorritsma. Below, from left: Amber Ryan, Clara Albers, Kennedy Cronin, Janessa Williamson, Alice Jorritsma and Cheslea MacLeod. (John Stephenson photos)

WEEK Be safe, not sorry. Protect yourself and everyone around you by choosing a sober ride!

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SLED applications open The County of Huron’s Economic Development Department has opened its 2023 Supporting Local Economic Development (SLED) funding program. This program funds projects up to a maximum of $10,000 that address the strategic priorities from Huron County Economic Development’s 2022/2025 plan. The SLED program is delivered annually to local municipalities and registered non-profits.

Eligible projects must take place in Huron County and focus on one of the priorities from the THRIVE 2022-2025 Economic

Development Strategic Plan: • Re-engagement, education, attraction and/or retention of workforce • Impacts business districts and/or key sectors • Advances community development and/or tourism sector development • Projects focused on youth and/or newcomers building a stronger sense of community.

Vicki Lass, Director of Huron County Economic Development, says the SLED fund began in 2016.

“It was established to help fund some of the economic development Continued on page 18

A great season The Brussels Skating Club wrapped up its season earlier this month with a showcase and awards presentation. From left: Coach Madison Koch; Ryan Shannon, Spirit of Skating Award; Olivia Cochrane, CanSkater Stage 3-6; Emilia Kellington, CanSkater (John Stage 1-2; Kyla MacLeod, Spirit of Skating Award, and Coach Julia Jacobs.

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UCW mark World Day of Prayer

Rev. Jan Aylward led the morning worship at Londesborough United Church on March 19, the fourth Sunday of Lent, the Sunday of Light.

During the Lenten Liturgy, Jan paraphrased the scripture passage John 9: 1-12 and 35-41. This passage is the account of the healing by Christ of the blind man.

The blind man faced disapproval by the Pharisees, as did Christ for healing on the Sabbath. Jan’s reflection spoke of the man going from the darkness into light symbolic of the belief in Christ which brings a believer into the light of the Gospel.

The Pharisees continued to be blind to Christ because they resisted change. Rev Aylward urged those gathered that morning to open their eyes, to look for God working in their lives and accept His guidance. The senior choir sang the hymn anthem “Joy Comes With the Dawn”. Congregants enjoyed soup and sandwiches and fellowship following the service.

LONDESBOROUGH UCW The ladies of Londesborough United Church Women met on their regular meeting night of Monday, March 20 in the Sunday School room.

For their time of program/devotion they observed the World Day of Prayer, written for 2023 by the women of Taiwan.

Taiwan, formerly known as Formosa, continues under the governance of the Republic of China. In 1996, the country held its first presidential election. And, in 2016, elected its first female president, Tsai Ing-wen, whose government led the country successfully through the pandemic.

The ladies present that evening learned that the country and women of Taiwan deal with similar issues as Canadian women and women around the globe. Their government continues to focus on basic human rights, including freedom of speech,

liberty, freedom to participate in politics, gender equality, freedom of religion, Indigenous rights, marriage equality and justice.

Moreover, Taiwanese women continue to fight for an equal place in the workplace. They still suffer from domestic violence, sexual assault and drug abuse.

The island of Taiwan is approximately 12 times the size of Huron County, but has 385 times the population. So the country also deals with finding solutions for best agricultural practices, waste disposal, environmental pollution and climate change.

The underlying message of the service was found in the scripture passage, Eph. 1: 15-19. Paul’s letter was one of thankfulness for the good being done in God’s name and encouragement for the future.

Taking part in the service were Joan Whyte, Erin Yantzi, Joan Goodall, Catherine Allen, Kittie MacGregor, Helen Lyons and Brenda Radford. A delicious lunch featuring tropical fruit was enjoyed.

President Catherine Allen conducted a short business session.

The ladies agreed to purchase new speakers for the church’s computer screens systems.

This next item will come as no surprise to any of you. This title for a column in Saturday’s edition of the Toronto Star, read, “It was the darkest winter in 80 years.” But you knew that, didn’t you?

Dave Phillips, climatologist with Environment Canada, reported that

for 14 consecutive days at the end of January the sun never made an appearance. In the two-week period before that only one day was described as mainly clear.

December apparently was unremarkable in regards to sunlight. January experienced low amounts of solar energy while February had lower-than-normal levels. Phillips goes on to say that we had fog, drizzle, snow, freezing rain, blowing snow and snow showers, along with cloudy and overcast skies. In addition, it was unseasonably warm in southern Ontario through to the end of February.

We definitely were not seeing any uplifting bright sunshine. That type of weather is particularly depressing, affecting everyone’s mental health and particularly those who suffer from seasonal affective disorder.

Headed south Kaila Quehe, daughter of Brussels native Christine Quehe and granddaughter of Joe and Deb Seili, is a member of the Blackspotted Sharks cheerleading team of Orillia, which has punched its ticket to the Allstar World Championships in Florida this May, a rare opportunity for an Ontario-based team. (Courtesy photo)

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Calves and yearlings sell actively at steady prices Total receipts for Brussels Livestock for the week ending March 17 were 1,775 cattle and 975 lambs and goats.

On Tuesday, fed steers and heifers sold actively on a fully steady market. Choice steers and heifers sold $200 to $210. Secondcut cattle sold $190 to $199; aged and medium-fed steers and heifers, $175 to $195 and holstein steers and heifers, $135 to $177. Cows sold with prices $3 to $5 higher.

On Thursday, veal, lambs and sheep all sold steady. Kid goats sold higher.

On Friday, calves and yearlings sold actively at steady prices.

Gerry McPhee of Auburn, consigned five head. Three charolais heifers averaged 1,663 lbs. and sold for an average price of $210.

Reid Lobsinger of Palmerston,

consigned two head. One grey steer weighed 1,545 lbs. and sold for a price of $209.50.

There were 250 cows on offer.

Beef sold $110 to $139; good holstein cows, $105 to $156; medium holstein cows, $95 to $105 and bulls sold $131 to $175.

There were 170 head of veal on offer. Beef veal sold $205 to $229; good holsteins, $210 to $225; SL heavy holsteins, $195 to $210; heavy holsteins, $170 to $210; medium holsteins, $195 to $209; plain holsteins, $185 to $194.

Jim Maw of Forest, consigned four head. One blonde steer weighed 900 lbs. and sold for a price of $229.

Aaron L. and Sara Miller of Lucknow, consigned three head.

One holstein steer weighed 750 lbs. and sold for a price of $216.

Lambs under 50 lbs. sold $267.50

to $415; 50 - 64 lbs., $334.50 to $370; 65 - 79 lbs., $322.50 to $341; 80 - 94 lbs., $289 to $338; 95 to 109 lbs., $255.50 to $277.50; 110 lbs. and over, $216 to $240.

Goats: billies sold $150 to $350; nannies, $100 to $150; kids: meat, $420 to $600; dairy, $300 to $575.

Trevor Townsend of Clinton, consigned 15 head. One lamb weighed 81 lbs. and sold for a price of $338.

Tegan Ferraro of Mount Forest, consigned 11 head. One kid goat weighed 52 lbs. and sold for a price of $600.

Ian Croft of Blyth, consigned two head. Two kid goats averaged 61 lbs. and sold for an average price of $580.

Top quality stocker steers, 400 499 lbs. sold $339.50 to $352.50; 500 - 599 lbs., $322.50 to $339; 600 - 699 lbs., $303.75 to $327.50; 700

- 799 lbs., $277.75 to $294; 800 899 lbs., $255.50 to $276; 900 - 999 lbs., $247 to $261; 1,000 lbs. and over, $234 to $254.

Top quality stocker heifers, 400 499 lbs. sold $247 to $327; 500 599 lbs., $256 to $279; 600 - 699 lbs., $247.50 to $295; 700 - 799 lbs., $232.75 to $255; 800 - 899 lbs., $234 to $255.75; 900 lbs. and over, $221 to $232.

Allan Aitchison of New Liskeard, consigned 45 head. Ten charolais heifers averaged 812 lbs. and sold for an average price of $255.75.

Joedy Aitchison of Thornloe, consigned 26 head. Six charolais heifers averaged 833 lbs. and sold for an average price of $246.50.

Dan Coulthard of Stratford, consigned 98 head. Twenty-two black white-faced steers averaged

Trudeau engages with farmers

By Mark Reusser, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture In Canada’s agriculture sector, last year’s announcement by the federal government about fertilizer emissions reductions has stirred plenty of conversation and confusion.

The target they’ve set is for emissions levels by 2030 to be at 30 per cent below what they were in 2020. That’s a goal that was announced amid heightened food security fears due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine and news coverage of tough European fertilizer legislation that may stop some farmers in the European Union from producing food.

Since then, we’ve heard repeatedly from the federal government and from Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood, Marie-Claude Bibeau, that the target is not mandatory and that the goal is to reduce nitrous oxide emissions from fertilizer and not the actual use of fertilizer itself.

The government has launched consultations with farmers, the fertilizer industry and provincial and territorial governments to figure out how they’re going to

make that happen. To their credit, their consultation document does recognize that fertilizer is an essential part of modern farming and that farmers are already taking significant environmental action that is yielding positive results.

Last week, it was Prime Minister Justin Trudeau himself who appeared in front of an audience of farmers and industry stakeholders from across the country at the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) annual meeting in Ottawa to reinforce that message: the federal reduction target is voluntary, and the government’s focus is not to reduce fertilizer, but rather just the emissions its use can create.

I was part of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) delegation at that meeting and watched the Prime Minister engage in a half-hour, town-hall-style, question-and-answer session with the farmers and agriculture industry representatives to address some of the ongoing challenges and concerns. It was a gesture that was appreciated by the audience, even if there isn’t unanimous agreement with the messages that were delivered.

It was a valuable experience, and,

from my perspective, helped to show the audience that the federal government is committed to engaging the agricultural sector, maintaining food security, that environmental sustainability matters and that they want to ensure farmers across the country have the access and opportunities they need to grow their business.

The meeting also attracted the leaders from every major Canadian political party, including Conservative leader Pierre Poilièvre, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet and Elizabeth May, leader of the Green Party.

This has not happened in a very, very long time – if ever – and to me, it reinforces the importance of agriculture in our economy and the key role the agri-food sector will play in the future with respect to sustainability, climate change and Canada’s role as a global food supplier. It was interesting to hear all of them highlight their interest in agriculture and share their perspectives on the hot topics of the day.

This conference was the first time in three years that we’ve been able

to gather in person for the CFA annual meeting. The conference has traditionally always been an event for both learning and networking, and this year did not disappoint, with well-attended seminar sessions as well as social opportunities.

There is camaraderie and fellowship that blossoms when people meet face to face, and as much as though farmers from British Columbia and Saskatchewan may face slightly different issues or challenges than those from Ontario, PEI or New Brunswick, there is more that binds us than divides us.

749 lbs. and sold for an average price of $277.

Mervin C. M. Martin of Holyrood, consigned 17 head.

Seven gold steers averaged 1,004 lbs. and sold for an average price of $254.

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SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on April 12, 2023, at the Huron East Municipal Office, 72 Main Street South, Seaforth Ontario.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Huron East Municipal Office, 72 Main Street South, Seaforth.

Description of Lands: 1. Roll No. 40 40 160 031 03700 0000; 27 Quebec Rd., Clinton; PIN 41180-0235 (LT); LOT 37, PLAN 131 TUCKERSMITH AND PART BLOCK L, PLAN 131 TUCKERSMITH ASCLOSED BY HC7148 & HC7159 DESIGNATED AS PART 2, PLAN 22R-4192; MUNICIPALITY OF HURON EAST; File No. 21-01 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $ $91,000 Minimum tender amount: $25,984.39 2. Roll No. 40 40 160 031 18700 0000; 33 Regina Rd., Clinton; PIN 41180-0198 (LT); LT 187 PL 131 TUCKERSMITH; S/T R119875; MUNICIPALITY OF HURON EAST; File No. 21-03 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $ 100,000 Minimum tender amount: $19,826.40 3. Roll No. 40 40 440 006 00200 0000; 350 Turnberry St., Brussels; PIN 41338-0147 (LT); PT LT 3 PL 192 BRUSSELS PT 1, 22R1110; MUNICIPALITY OF HURON EAST; File No. 21-12 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $ 156,000 Minimum tender amount: $27,277.91

Card of thanks HAMM. The family of the late Mary Hamm would like to thank family, friends, and neighbors for their thoughtful messages, cards, food, flowers and donations to the charities of mom’s choice. Thanks to Fr. Ross for his kind words, to the choir for their lovely choice of hymns and to the St. Ambrose Church ladies for their delicious lunch. A special thank you to Trudy Krahn for her “tribute” to mom.

Thanks to the Backyard Flower Shop for the beautiful flowers and to Christopher Smith and the Falconer Funeral Home for their excellent care and professionalism. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered.

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Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. The assessed value, according to the last returned assessment roll, may or may not be representative of the current market value of the property.

Pursuant to the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act, S.C. 2022, c. 10, s. 235 (the “Act”), effective January 1, 2023, it is prohibited for a non-Canadian to purchase, directly or indirectly, any residential property, as those terms are defined in the legislation. Contraventions of the Act are punishable by a fine, and offending purchasers may be ordered to sell the residential property.

The municipality assumes no responsibility whatsoever for ensuring bidders/tenderers comply with the Act, and makes no representations regarding same. Prospective bidders/tenderers are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with the Act and are advised to seek legal advice before participating in this sale.

Transfers of properties that contain at least one and not more than six single family residences and are transferred to non-residents of Canada or foreign entities, are subject to the Province’s Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST).

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

A copy of the prescribed form of tender is available on the website of the Government of Ontario Central Forms Repository under the listing for the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: Sherrie Oliver Deputy-Treasurer/Property-Tax Clerk The Corporation of the Municipality of Huron East 72 Main Street South P.O. Box 610 Seaforth ON N0K 1W0 519-527-0160 Ext 22 propertytax@huroneast.com www.huroneast.com

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Columnist preaches manners in today’s youth PEOPLE AROUND WALTON

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March Break has come and gone with both good and bad weather for the children. Outside skating rinks have been history for awhile, so we hope many were able to skate at their local arenas instead.

There were lots of interesting ways to spend March Break; visiting with grandparents, visiting cousins, going to the London children’s museum, London’s Fun Villa, and playing hockey. Lots of hockey!

There are about 62 days of school classes remaining, or 96 days until the end of the school year if you look forward to that. There are only 14 days until Easter, 59 days until May 24, only 89 days until the first day of summer and a mere 276 days until Christmas. Just

keeping you all informed and how the time will fly.

It was a great day for Murray Lowe on Tuesday with a large crowd of friends, relatives and customers dropping in to wish him well and enjoy a piece of cake. It seems I was too late for cake and Murray reports a really good day, but yes, he was tired. It is quite an accomplishment to work 60 years at the same profession. Way to go Muzz!

Brussels has lost another one of our wonderful citizens this past week with the passing of Fannie Somers. She was in her 93rd year and was always quite a girl. She was the wife of the late George for 55 years and she was the mother of five: the late Rodger (2014), Ross, Rick, Randy and Janice.

Fannie was raised in Morris Township and was always a hard worker as a young girl growing up or as a young wife with children.

She worked at Callander Nursing Home and became an RNA when she was 40 years of age. I first met Fannie because of her friendship with my good friend Betty McDonald. The ladies loved to play bridge, any day, any time, if they

could find a foursome. She loved to go camping and travelling.

We also became friends because she and George would attend the Friday night suppers held at the Legion with another couple and held a few family dinners at the Branch so she didn’t have to cook.

She loved it when her family came to visit and, as one of my customers, she loved to tell me about her grandchildren and family.

She was a very nice lady who would bring me cookies. Our condolences to the Somers and McLean families.

I came across a very interesting quote the other day. It was, “being raised right doesn’t mean you don’t drink, party, smoke or use curse words. Being raised right is how you treat people with your manners and respect.” How true that is.

Anyone can go out and have fun and party, but you can still say, please, thank you, excuse me, pardon and never say anything you would not want said to you.

Growing up, poor manners were not tolerated. You always addressed adults by Mr. or Mrs., held a door for others, said hello or goodbye, spoke when spoken to and always

Obituaries

KEES JAN “JOHN” BOS Kees Jan “John” Bos passed away at Clinton Public Hospital on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. He was in his 91st year.

John is survived by his wife Gerrie (née Kuiper) and children Brenda (Isaac) Thiessen, John (Tina) Bos, Wayne (Linda) Bos and Audrey Bos. He will be lovingly remembered by 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

John was the brother of Neel van Os, Piet, Hennie van Egmond, Art and Arie. He was predeceased by his parents Hendrik and Teuntje (née de Graaf), siblings Tinus, Henk, Teun Hoogendorn, Joop and grandson Bradley Bos. John was born in Wassenaar, the Netherlands, on Oct. 1, 1932. He was part of a large farming family (nine siblings) and he chose to move to Canada after World War II at the age of 19. After travelling the country for various jobs, including logging in Northern Ontario, he finally settled on a farm near Walton, where he began to establish his dairy herd.

John met Gerrie in the fall of 1963 and married her 10 months later. Their four children arrived within the next five years. A move to a farm just west of Auburn in 1975 allowed him to save his back by using a milking parlour. He was an avid farmer who loved the land, and loved his cows.

When the grandchildren came

along, he enjoyed taking them out on the tractors with him, and teaching them to love the land as well.

He had the ability to talk to anyone about anything, and had the gift of putting people at ease.

John was a life-long member of Blyth Christian Reformed Church, and lived a peaceful life, content to find strength in the Lord when things got difficult. His wisdom, easy laugh and loving personality will be sadly missed, but warmly remembered, in the years to come.

Visitation was held at Blyth Christian Reformed Church, on Friday, March 17. The funeral service was held on Saturday, March 18. Spring interment will be at Blyth Union Cemetery.

As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated.

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used good manners. Today seems to be much different. Many young people today have no manners at all. They don’t speak when spoken to, no please or thank you, no answer to a question and they never think twice about using profanity as a response. Who is supposed to teach manners and respect? Parents or teachers? Do kids use them at home or not? Do they talk back to parents or just behave poorly when they are out? I know many of my colleagues who will agree, “what manners?” “What respect?” Things really need to change, but how or when is a good question for all.

Congratulations to Ross Hemingway and Susan Thibedeau on their marriage on Friday night.

The couple held their nuptials at the Brussels Legion with a nice crowd of about 45.

Returning from a great vacation in Florida are the Knights: Steve and Marni, Brad and Christine and Joanne and Weldon Black.

A family gathering in a tropical climate, they were away for two weeks and stayed north of Tampa at Springhills. They went on a new adventure every other day and rested, relaxed and went swimming in the pool. They took a trip to the Mermaid Park and Aquarium, Dunedin Park to see the Toronto Blue Jays play, over to Tampa to see the Tampa Bay Lightning play, Disney World and the Epcot Centre, Clearwater beach, and a trip

to see the manatees. Steve and Marni spent a couple of days visiting old friends in Venice themselves. While the group was away, they celebrated Joanne and Christine’s birthdays. It was a great time, but a long drive and, as usual, it is nice to come home. Welcome back!

Celebrating birthdays this past week includes Art McNaughton, Eric Steinmen, Carol Henderson, Keith Wilbee, Alyssa Coleman, John Gillis, Kennedy Ann Huether, Cathy Regele, Randal Linton, Dave Watson, Kerrisa Eckert and John Van Vliet. Happy birthday to all.

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From the Minister’s Study

Come boldly to the throne of grace says Dow

By Ernest Dow, Exec. Pastor, Huron Chapel EMC, Auburn We are five weeks into our Lenten journey, heading towards Easter on April 9. Good Friday (April 7) marks the supreme substitutionary sacrifice of Jesus at the cross for our sins; a “payment in full” for those who believe, God reconciling a fallen world to Himself. Sheer grace; unmerited, undeserved, freely given. Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus showing God’s “stamp of approval” on the Son’s self-giving, and victory over death and the grave.

Someone has observed that it is grace which sets Christianity apart from every other world religion. No other major religious leader dared to predict that they would rise from the dead (or has managed to do so).

No other religious leader presumed to state their life was so pure that they were sinless, and that their death would accomplish forgiveness for others.

In other religions, works play a major role: the adherent is expected to obey the commands, perform the offerings and carry out certain behaviours rigorously in hopes of ever being accepted by the deity – yet one can never be certain such acceptance is ever achieved in this life, that one’s works have been “good enough” to earn redemption.

So other religions can be characterized as “Do, do, do” – while in Christianity it is, “Done!”

Not by our own human efforts, but

by Jesus’ magnificent atonement for sinners wrought at the cross.

Thus any grounds for boasting of our own accomplishment is undercut. “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9) A common greeting in New Testament letters was, “Grace, mercy, and peace to you...” But what is the difference between “grace” and “mercy”? Are the two terms synonymous?

Broadly speaking, it’s been noted that mercy is “not getting what we deserve”, while on the other hand, grace is (more positively) “getting what we don’t deserve”.

Let’s check this out. One place where both terms occur in the same verse is Hebrews 4:16 - “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Here, the lexicon defines mercy as,

“Kindness or good will towards the miserable and the afflicted, joined with a desire to help them; ... of God towards [people]: in general providence; the mercy and clemency of God in providing and offering to [people] salvation by Christ.” Clemency means, “an act of mercy by a person in authority toward someone who has committed a crime, especially by reducing a punishment”. So, mercy highlights the fact that we were all sinners deserving punishment, alienated from God and bound for hell. Yet, God intervened such that Jesus bore the punishment instead for those who trust in Him. The lexicon gives the following interpretation for “grace” in this passage: “Goodwill, lovingkindness, favour... of the merciful kindness by which God, exerting His holy influence upon souls, turns them to Christ, keeps, strengthens, increases them in Christian faith, knowledge, affection, and kindles them to the exercise of the Christian virtues.” Thus, grace, in a way, is much more positive and allencompassing than mercy. Mercy “lets us off the hook” judicially speaking, so we no longer have to pay the penalty for our

disobedience. Whereas grace reorients us to our Saviour, softening our hearts, transforming us from the inside out, to be and behave more like Jesus. Mercy is more technical or legal, like a verdict of “Not guilty!” pronounced in the courtroom; but grace affects the pardoned soul in such a way as to make us appreciative of our Saviour, not wanting to disappoint Him ever again, and empowers real change, restoring us more to the likeness of God’s original design for humans.

A preacher once exclaimed, “Because of God's grace, I sin all I want!” Then he paused for a several seconds and said, “In fact, because of God’s grace, I sin more than I want”.

In a materialistic, dog-eat-dog world where everybody’s “looking out for Number One”, grace can be a rare commodity. People can be loath to cut others slack; the kneejerk reaction can be to lash out if we sense someone has treated us poorly. But grace stands out and is remarkable, if we only stop and reflect on God’s goodness to us and then respond to others out of that overflow.

One example of a gracious

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By not reacting in rage in response to being cut, Costner demonstrated graciousness, which was especially appreciated, because the director was already feeling bad about having to leave him out of the movie. By God’s grace, Good Friday and Easter can also help us become more grace-giving in our own responses to life’s inevitable disappointments. So, let’s come boldly to “the throne of grace”.

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response comes from a time when a famous actor had to be cut completely out of a movie. It was the movie Silverado that launched Kevin Costner’s acting career. But first he had to weather a huge disappointment. After completing his role in The Big Chill, Costner was called to a meeting with Lawrence Kasdan, the film’s writer and director. Kasdan explains: “I told Kevin that I felt terrible about it, but I had to cut out the ending and his part was gone. To my amazement, Costner was totally cheerful, sanguine, delightful.

“Larry,” he said, “this has been the experience of my life. It has shown me what kind of actor I want to be, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

You have nothing to apologize for – you have given me a great gift.” It was at that moment that our friendship started. I was already planning Silverado, and suddenly I thought, I’m going to write a part for Kevin Costner in that.”

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Window closes April 14

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Taking action March 19-25 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Week and Brenda Orr, president of Mothers Against Drunk Driving’s Huron/Bruce chapter, is working to encourage all residents to help prevent impaired driving this week and throughout the entire year. Her dog Maddox is seen above, adorned with one of the group’s famed red ribbons. (Courtesy photo)

On St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, the Belgrave Kinsmen hosted a pub and wing night at the Belgrave Community Centre, which was well attended. The Kinsmen are planning another pub and wing night in April.

Elwin Garland was the guest speaker on Sunday, March 19 at Knox United Church, Belgrave.

Garland welcomed the congregation. The call to worship was read responsively. Psalm 23 was the responsive Psalm which was the Lord is My Shepherd.

The scripture lesson was taken from John 9: 1-41. The sermon was

entitled “A New Perspective”.

On Sunday, March 26, the guest speaker is Licensed Lay Worship Leader Susan Barnett. Everyone is welcome.

Monday, March 20 was the first day of spring and we did enjoy spring-like weather then and again on Tuesday. It was welcomed, as the weekend weather was snowy with extremely strong winds.

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Majestic WI meets

Remembering Students at Londesborough’s Hullett Central Public School recently received special certificates to honour their achievements in the Blyth Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion’s annual Remembrance Day creative competitions. Back row, from left: Principal Lori Stevens; Kevin McDougall of the Blyth Legion; Ruby Taylor, third place Intermediate poetry; Ava Haak, third place Intermediate colour poster; Loralei Gross, first place Intermediate black and white poster; Chanel Riley, first place Intermediate colour poster; Kendra Wilts, first place essay; Brooklyn Lammerant, second place Intermediate poetry; Holly Gross, second place Intermediate colour poster and first place Intermediate poetry; Marie Bolen, second place Junior poetry and

Donna Govier of the Blyth Legion. Front row, from left: Casey Bolinger, first place Junior poetry and first place Junior colour poster; Wesley Bean, second place Junior black and white poster; Natalie McClinchey, third place Junior poetry; Ashlyn Greidanus, first place Junior black and white poster; Lauren Wharton, third place Junior black and white poster; Anna Burns, third place Primary colour poster; Chloe Pope, third place Primary black and white poster; Soryah Patterson, second place Primary black and white poster; Benton Nurse, first place Primary colour poster; Clara Storey, second place Junior colour poster; Aiden Hoekmeijer, third place Junior colour poster, and Naomi Rowe, second place Primary colour poster. All students were celebrated by their classmates and the local Branch of the Legion. (Scott Stephenson photo)

ACW Council approves 2023 budget

By Scott Stephenson The Citizen

Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh (ACW) Township’s 2023 budget calculations are complete, incorporating a 7.17 per cent rise in the 2022 tax rate, resulting in a 2023 levy of $5,985,579, or a 10 per cent increase. Council voted unanimously in favour of adopting the budget as presented. *** ACW has been approved for a $50,000 grant from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP). The funding is being used on a project to update the township’s asset management planning and capacity building, aiming to deliver a completed asset management plan by July 1, 2025.

The project will also provide tools for gathering data to comply with future regulation requirements, with a specific focus on levels of service. *** Summer student positions for the year have been filled. Samantha Millian and Mackenzie Wightman have been hired to assist with office administration and Rachel Boak and Calla Durnin have been hired to assist the public works department.

Mayor Glen McNeil noted that ACW Deputy-Clerk and Communications Co-ordinator Kaitlin Bos originally joined the team as a summer student. *** Council approved a $2,000 request from the Goderich-based Gateway Centre for Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) to help fund a recognition event being planned for the fall. The event will honour local, remarkable healthcare workers for their extraordinary efforts throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. *** ACW staff has taken the first steps towards a sewage system maintenance and inspection

program. The initial steps include development of a public

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Batter up!

The Brussels Leo Club and its fearless leader Zoellyn Onn, above, hosted a wildly successful murder mystery dinner on Saturday at the Brussels Legion. The theme, as demonstrated above, was baseball.

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Currently, the expected cost of developing the software is around $25,000. *** Plans are underway to prepare and distribute a request for proposals for consulting services to develop a five-year strategic plan for the township. *** The Port Albert & District Recreational Society independently secured funding to create a walking path in Petrie Park.

The surface will be composed of chip and dust, and the path will navigate around the perimeter of the park.

By Bev Craddock The Majestic Women’s Institute met on March 8 at 1:30 p.m. at the Brussels Library.

Doreen Marks opened the meeting, thanking guests for attending, including friends from the Walton Women’s Institute. She began with a reading. After dealing with business, Doreen spoke on International Women’s Day, reminding the group to keep working on equal rights, equal pay, fair treatment and the right to feel safe, as one in three women have been the victim of sexual or physical violence.

Women were granted the right to vote starting in 1893 in New Zealand. Canada followed in 1918, along with Austria, Germany and Poland. Most recently, Switzerland in 1971. The colours for International Women’s Day are purple for justice, green for hope and white for purity.

Next, Yvonne Knight introduced guest speaker Sharon Nijp to speak on making scrapbooking cards by hand. She has been scrapbooking since 1998 and making cards since 2000. Her cards are made with embossing, die cutting and punches.

Starting with 8.5x11” card stock, she cuts a blank card and then plans the layout. She kindly made cards for all in attendance. Each card included a tree, butterfly, a sentiment and punch paper, all basically the same pieces, but each one was so unique.

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Thank You

We did it! You did it! Together, the people of Huron County have reached the capital campaign goal of $1,600,000 to expand Huron Hospice from four to six beds. The board of directors, staff and volunteers want to thank everyone who contributed. We are ready to build.

We are waiting on approvals from Ontario Health for the final drawings. Once that happens, we can engage a contractor and we hope this will happen in the spring or early summer. During the eight months of construction, four new bedroom suites with walkout patios will be added on the south side of the building. Construction will also include a nurses’ room, laundry room, covered entranceway, additional parking, a few administrative offices, and more storage space. Two of the current bedrooms will become a reflection room and a children’s activity room.

We are grateful to every individual, family, business, foundation and municipality who donated to the campaign.

We are deeply thankful to Susan and David Bender for their donation of $500,000. As a result, the residence is now called Huron Hospice Bender House. Our other services, including home hospice and grief services, continue to be part of Huron Hospice.

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