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By Denny Scott The Citizen

On the rush School life in Huron County certainly looks different than it has in past years, but thus far it has been safe from the impact of large-scale COVID-19 spread. And with the snow coming and going depending on the day, children have

been able to enjoy the great outdoors on their recess time. Above, Hullett Central Public School students play a little soccer late last week. From left: Ava Haak, Wyatt Hoggart, Chanel Riley and Leah Kuntz. (Denny Scott photo)

Despite not having an active agreement with their North Huron counterparts, Morris-Turnberry council members have voted to pay for their residents’ use of North Huron facilities.

During Morris-Turnberry Council’s Nov. 17 meeting, staff presented options regarding the amount typically paid under Schedule F of a cross-border agreement with North Huron, which for 2020 was budgeted at $118,308.

That includes $75,000 for the Wescast Community Centre, $16,000 for the Blyth Community Centre, $17,308 for cemeteries and a $10,000 contingency fund.

Midway through last year, however, North Huron Township Council sought to end the agreement containing Schedule F and negotiate a new agreement. In his report to Morris-Turnberry Council at the meeting, Chief Administrative Officer Trevor Hallam said there was “an informal verbal consensus” to uphold the agreement until a new one was put in place.

Hallam told council there were three options based on that verbal agreement: pay the full amount, pay a reduced amount reflecting the time that the municipal facilities weren’t available or pay some other Continued on page 26

COVID-19 continues to spike in Perth County

By Denny Scott The Citizen Perth County continues to see a significant spike in confirmed COVID-19 cases, with the vast majority of 30 new cases across Huron and Perth being reported there.

As of Monday, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) has confirmed 278 cases across the two counties since the pandemic began, with 40 cases considered active. Of the remaining 238 cases, 222 have recovered and

16 have resulted in a fatality. Four patients are currently hospitalized.

The Cedarcroft Place outbreak continues at the Stratford retirement centre with 43 residents and 19 staff members testing positive for COVID-19, for a total of 62 cases.

More residents have been moved out of the centre after, initially, five residents with COVID-19 and five who had tested negative were moved to local healthcare facilities, including the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich and the Wingham and District Hospital.

The move was due to a lack of available staff available at the centre to combat the outbreak, as explained

by Huron Perth Medical Officer of Health Dr. Miriam Klassen earlier this year.

During an online press conference last Thursday, HPPH Communications Manager Rebecca Hill said that an unknown number of patients have been transferred out of the centre.

Thus far, Huron and Perth Counties have had no outbreaks at schools and, with the second

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outbreak at Knollcrest Lodge in Perth East since the pandemic began being declared over, there are no active outbreaks at long-term care centres. Just the Cedarcroft retirement home outbreak remains active.

As a result of the spike over the previous weeks, November has become the most serious month for new cases for Huron and Perth Counties, with 114 of all confirmed cases being tied to infection within the month.

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spreading in Huron and Perth, according to the HPPH, many cases have been labelled as likely being related to outbreaks, with 29.6 per cent being reported as such. The second-most reported infection source, at 28.5 per cent, is an unknown source of transmission, with close contact with a case (20.6 per cent), household contact (17.0 per cent) and travel (4.3 per cent) accounting for the remaining cases.

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Huron, Perth Counties move to Orange level

By Denny Scott The Citizen Exactly one week after being moved into the Yellow/Protect level of the provincial government’s COVID-19 response framework, Huron and Perth Counties are moving to the Orange/Restrict level.

This is the third of five levels ranging from Green/Prevent to Grey/Lockdown.

The province’s website states that the Orange level includes enhanced measures, restrictions and enforcement options, while still avoiding closures.

During an online press conference last Thursday, Huron Perth Medical Officer of Health Dr. Miriam Klassen said she had recommended the move, which was announced on Friday. The area entered the Orange zone on Monday at 12:01 a.m.

Under the restrictions, events and social gatherings are still limited to 10 people indoors or 25 people

outdoors, while organized public events and gatherings are still restricted to 50 people indoors and 100 people outdoors. Like in the Yellow zone, religious services, weddings and funerals are limited to 30 per cent of maximum capacity indoors and 100 people outdoors.

Workplaces must have screening in place and face coverings are required in indoor workplaces and indoor public spaces, with some exceptions. Workers who will be within two metres of patrons must wear additional protection, such as eye protection and workplaces must develop and implement a communication/public education plan.

Under the Orange framework, like Yellow, physical distancing is mandatory and non-essential travel from areas of high-transmision to areas of low-transmission should be avoided.

In restaurants, bars and similar establishments, there must be two

metres between tables and patrons must be seated. While dancing, singing and karaoke are permitted, there are restrictions and patron contact information must be collected. No buffet-style services are allowed and night clubs can only operate as a restaurant or bar. Lineups outside venues must be managed by the venue with two-metre distancing and face coverings are required. Face coverings are required in all restaurants or bars, except when eating or drinking, and eye protection must be worn where patrons without face coverings are within two metres of workers.

Unlike the Yellow framework, under the Orange framework, establishments must close at 10 p.m. and liquor can only be sold between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Also new is the fact that a screening, such as a questionnaire, is necessary and a maximum of four people may be seated together, down from six.

Unlike under the Yellow framework,

the Orange level dictates that strip clubs must be closed.

In sports or recreational facilities, a maximum of 50 people can be indoors, provided there are three metres between areas where weights or weight machines are in use. Face coverings are required except when exercising. Spectators, which were allowed under the Yellow framework, are no longer allowed.

Leagues can only have 50 people and sports must be modified to avoid physical contact, with exemptions for “high-performance athletes and parasports”.

Face coverings are required and contact information must be gathered by leagues.

Contact information must be gathered for all members of the public involved in team sports, and reservations are required for entry, as is screening.

For meeting and event spaces, limits of 50 people per facility are in effect with no exceptions. Other restrictions follow those of restaurants and bars.

Retail spaces must limit fitting rooms to non-adjacent stalls like under the Yellow framework. Other rules in effect that are similar to the Yellow framework include line-ups being the responsibility of the retail operation, which will make sure that customers in line follow physical

distancing requirements and wear masks. Music must be limited to conversation volume. Malls will require screening at entrances, and businesses should consider limiting capacity in the winter.

Personal care services such as oxygen bars, steam rooms, saunas and whirlpools are to be closed, the same as under the Yellow framework, while casinos and bingo halls can’t exceed a capacity of 50 people. Table games are prohibited.

Those facilities must also follow the rules of restaurants Performing art facilities are limited to 50 spectators indoors provided a two-metre distance can be maintained while outdoor events are limited to 100 spectators. Singers or wind or brass instrument performers must be separated from spectators by an impermeable barrier. Facilities that serve liquor must follow the same rules as restaurants. Screening of patrons is required.

Other health units in the Orange framework include Brant County, Niagara Region, Ottawa, Simcoe Muskoka, Wellington-DufferinGuelph, Windsor-Essex and Southwestern Public Health.

Neighbouring Grey and Bruce Counties have moved from Green to Yellow since last week.

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Thank You The Belgrave Community Centre Board would like to thank all those who made a donation to the Community Centre. The Board truly appreciates the generosity of all those who chose to support us. The cancellation of our annual Fowl Supper, which is our main fundraiser, could have put us in a very difficult position but thanks to the many individuals who made a financial contribution we have been able to manage our expenses. We would also like to express our gratitude to the table convenors that facilitated many of the donations. Hopefully we can look forward to a better year in 2021.

The Board would also like to express our appreciation to all those that helped with and supported our first ever drive-thru barbecue takeout dinner. Thank you to Robert Foreman Sr. for doing a great job with the cooking, Robert Foreman for donating the potatoes, all the helpers that did the work preparing for the dinner, everyone who helped assemble and put out the meals, and also to everyone who supported our dinner by buying tickets.

This has been a difficult year in many ways but the generous support of the community has been heartwarming indeed.

Community spirit is alive and well in the Belgrave area. What a great community to be a part of.

– The Belgrave Community Centre Board

The more I see of Jesus (Mary Winslow) “My ears had heard of You, but now my eyes have seen You! Therefore I despise myself and repent in dust and ashes.” Job 42:5-6

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M-T office open by appointment

By Denny Scott The Citizen With the COVID-19 pandemic now in its second wave, MorrisTurnberry staff will continue to operate from an office that is largely closed to the public.

Earlier during the pandemic, Morris-Turnberry councillors asked for a regular update on how COVID19 has impacted the operations of the municipality. During council’s Nov. 17 meeting, Chief Administrative Officer Trevor Hallam reported that operations in the municipality will

continue with all possible meetings being held to allow for physical distancing or by telephone or online.

“No substantial changes have been made to the regulatory framework that impact the operations of the municipality since the last report on Nov. 3,” he said, adding that the Yellow framework Huron and Perth Counties find themselves under doesn’t change much of what was being done in the office.

“The office remains open by appointment only,” Hallam said in his report. “This allows staff to ensure that physical distancing can

be enforced by managing the number of people attending the office at any given time.”

He went on to say that staff are encouraged to work from home whenever possible and that active screening has been implemented.

Furthermore, Hallam said the Bluevale Hall remains closed, but some outdoor events have been allowed to go ahead. He also recommended that council continue to meet electronically through Zoom.

Council received the report without comment.

The more I see of Jesus, the more He opens to me His loving heart — the deeper is my sorrow for sin. I lie down in the dust at His feet closer than ever I did before. I can truly say I abhor myself in dust and ashes before Him. My heart seems ready to melt into contrition in view of the ten thousand thousand sins, willful and aggravating — that I have committed against Him who loved me with an everlasting love, and with loving kindness drew me to Himself.

So eternal and deep, so sovereign and boundless is the love of Jesus, that angels cannot fathom it! He is nothing but sincere, constant, and unabating love — to the weakest, the most unworthy of all His little flock.

I feel such a weariness of this world that nothing here gives me anything more than a momentary, passing pleasure — and it is gone at a glance.

Oh, to have such a Friend as Jesus, who feels all our sorrows, carries all our burdens, and has promised to bring us safely through this trying world, and place us at last at His own right hand, where neither sickness nor sorrow shall ever come!

Oh for Heaven! Nothing else will satisfy my longing soul, but the sight of Him it loves.

Jesus is all in all to me, and He will be all in all through eternity!

Praise the Lord, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name!

A Grace Gem Submitted by: Immanuel United Reformed Church, Listowel, ON 519-492-1359

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A risky endgame With his refusal to concede the election, Donald Trump may be placing the U.S. in a dangerous position on the world stage.

A power transition is the most likely time for a country’s enemies to take advantage of any perceived weakness, whether it be in a trade negotiation or a terrorist attack, and for a country with a leader who is refusing to relinquish power, the threat becomes even more pronounced.

This year has included an even bigger threat that could use a peaceful transition of power to contain it: the pandemic. As more than 11 million Americans have been infected and with over 255,000 ultimately losing their lives, the White House has gone silent. In its belligerent refusal to accept defeat, the Republican Party feels it’s more important to file lawsuit after lawsuit disputing the election results than to provide leadership to a population losing its battle with the dreaded coronavirus.

With an official schedule filled with “The President has no official events scheduled”, it’s hard for government to do anything for its people, let alone protect it from rampaging viruses and foreign interference.

Democracy requires leaders who can set aside their personal quest for power and attention and concede defeat in order to smoothly transfer leadership to the candidate chosen for the good of the country. – DS

Do you see what I see?

The news that over 800,000 Canada emergency response benefit (CERB) cases were approved for those ineligible to receive the cheques (equalling nearly $1.7 billion) has the Conservative Party up in arms and asking for an audit. Meanwhile, that comes after reporting that suggests some of the country’s highest earners were also receiving CERB money.

The benefit was mostly used by those who earned under $47,000 a year, but the reporting found that nearly 115,000 people earning between $100,000 and $200,000 a year had applied. Furthermore, nearly 15,000 people making over $210,000 a year applied for the benefit.

How you react to this news likely depends on which side of the political aisle you lean. And the thing is, both would be right.

More liberal-leaning thinkers might look at that and think it’s par for the course. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government knew people needed help right then and there, so they fast tracked the CERB program so people could immediately pay rent, pay bills and buy food. At the time, the government said it would work backwards to find those receiving the benefit who shouldn’t. If you think that way, you can be proud your government helped people when they needed help.

Meanwhile, conservative-leaning thinkers would look at the program and see it as another case of a left-leaning government spending first and asking questions later. And it’s not wrong to think that way. “In a world awash with debt, Canada is the new global leader,” wrote The Financial Post, reporting that Canada has seen the largest jump in non-financialsector debt this year, according to the Institute of International Finance.

It’s true that when the pandemic struck, people needed immediate help from their government. However, it’s also true that the government needs to be responsible with taxpayer money and know it’s not handing it out to opportunists who don’t need it. And no matter which way a news outlet leans, you will always ‘choose your own adventure’ when you read the news, depending on your mindset and political leanings. – SL

Straining the system Like the bad apples in a bushel, COVID-19 has proven to not only be dangerous to those who catch it, but also those who rely on services it is straining, including medical care.

Over the past week, there have been multiple stories about people missing out on “elective” surgeries that are anything but, people being discharged from hospitals early and others facing long wait times for necessary surgeries. This all comes at the same time that residents from Cedarcroft Place retirement home, some with COVID-19 and some without, are moved from the Stratford facility to hospitals in and around Huron County due to a lack of available staff.

It’s an expected side effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, but that doesn’t make it easier for those losing out. Whether it’s putting up with pain due to not being able to receive treatment, risking infection or being discharged early after absolutely necessary surgery, there are numerous people having to make tough decisions as a result of the pandemic.

There are also the people on the other side of that equation, the doctors, nurses and hospital staff who have to make difficult decisions about what they’re willing to risk to try and solve these problems.

From healthcare workers who are asked to relocate to a location like Cedarcroft, which has been overrun by COVID-19, to those who go into work every day knowing the people they treat may be infected, there is a lot being asked of them. Because of that, it becomes more important than ever to take what’s going on seriously and do everything we can to try and help lessen the impact of this pandemic. – JDS

Looking Back Through the Years November 28, 1963 The Brussels arena had been a beehive of activity in recent weeks and, as a result, the artificial ice being installed would be ready within a month.

Ken Henderson of Palmerston, the district governor, made his official visit to Brussels to meet with the local Lions Club. He was welcomed to the club’s meeting by George Mutter.

The Campbell Bridge was officially opened in Morris Township as the largest bridge in the community. The new structure replacing a 50-year-old bridge, cost $80,000 to construct.

December 1, 1999 Approximately 150 people were in attendance for a special meeting of the transition committee charged with turning the Town of Seaforth, the Village of Brussels and Grey, Tuckersmith and McKillop Townships into one municipality.

Graeme Craig of Walton chaired the meeting, welcoming statements from the local politicians and questions from residents in the audience.

Ruth Anne Hamel, a teacher of the hearing-impaired in the Avon Maitland District School Board, had been working with Blyth Public School students during recess to teach them sign language ahead of the school’s Christmas concert.

The Blyth 1st Troop of Scouts Canada received $4,000 in Trillium funding to purchase new tents and canoes. These items were necessary due to increased demand and growth in membership.

After winning their round-robin, going through undefeated, the Blyth Midget Bulldogs ended the Regional Midget Silver Stick tournament’s final game on the wrong end of a

6-2 score, falling to Wingham, their neighbours to the north.

Seaforth residents informed the Avon Maitland District School Board that they were prepared to fight to keep their schools open.

Charlie Smith of Seaforth said $14,000 had already been set aside for legal fees, should they be needed.

November 25, 2010 Community restructuring was up for discussion at a special public meeting at the Auburn Community Hall, given the recent issues with fire coverage in the hamlet.

Jacqui Laporte and Jim Schneider were among those who spoke at what was billed as a “state of the union” for the community to ensure its residents were cared for if tragedy were to strike in the form of a fire.

The new season of the Blyth Festival would pay homage to Canada, both past and present, according to Artistic Director Eric Coates.

The season would begin with the world premiere of Hometown, written by a number of playwrights.

The play would feature several short plays all exploring the hometown concept.

The season would be rounded out with Vern Thiessen’s Vimy, Rope’s End by Douglas Bowie and Early August by Kate Lynch.

Brussels native Brianne Wheeler got the call to start in net for the Colby College Mules women’s hockey team in its season-opening game against Bowdoin College.

Colby College would lose the game by a score of 2-1 in overtime.

Blyth high school student Grant Sparling was part of a group of Shad Valley participants at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay that

developed a vaccine tablet.

The group’s V720 vaccine tablet finished second out of nine products presented through the program. This year’s Shad Valley challenge was to develop a product that would aid the country’s aging population.

November 28, 2019 Citizen of the Year Award winners Jane Smyth in Blyth and Mary Douma in Brussels were honoured at a special night at the Brussels Legion hosted by North Huron Publishing.

Dozens were in attendance to watch the two women be celebrated for their extensive volunteerism.

The Blyth Festival Art Gallery would soon play host to the firstever Holiday Show and Sale from late November to late December.

The show would coincide with A Huron County Christmas Carol, which would be produced on the Memorial Hall stage during that period.

Kelly Stevenson of Blyth served as the show’s co-ordinator, saying people could expect high-quality art pieces to be sold during the market, building on the gallery’s stellar reputation in the arts community.

Huron County Council voted down a $188,000 proposal to beef up the Out of the Cold program and provide taxis to repatriate homeless residents to their local communities on a daily basis after an overnight stay at Goderich’s Out of the Cold shelter.

Several councillors felt that was a significant amount of money to spend on a program that wouldn’t fundamentally better the county’s homelessness situation. Others felt that while homelessness in the county was a complex situation and needed to be addressed, this still didn’t feel like the way to do it.

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Other Views Personal responsibility’s a hard sell

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he panelist on a TV news program about how to protect the public from false and distorted news on social media giants Facebook and Twitter probably spoke for many when he asked “Whatever happened to personal responsibility?”

Personal responsibility is supposed to be what makes a democracy work, but if there’s one thing that has become evident in the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s that it’s not easy to persuade a large portion of people to take that responsibility seriously.

Both our Premier and Prime Minister have become emotional in the recent surge in infections as they begged people to take the simple actions required to lessen the spread while we wait for widespread vaccine distribution – physically distance, wash your hands, wear a mask and stay home unless it’s essential.

Compared to the first wave last spring, the number of contacts per confirmed case has multiplied by several times, making contact tracing almost impossible.

Here in southwestern Ontario the last few Saturdays have seen protests in Aylmer, St. Thomas and London against restrictions such as masks and physical distancing designed to slow the spread of the virus and save lives.

Protesters claim they have the right to make their own choices about wearing a mask, which really means choosing not to wear one at all.

Such protesters, and others across Canada and around the world, demand their privileges under democracy, but ignore the personal responsibility that comes as part of the package in a free society. They see masks as an infringement on freedom, but ignore the reality that when they refuse to wear a mask they may endanger the lives of others.

Of course many of the anti-mask protesters

Keith Roulston From the cluttered desk duck the issue of personal responsibility by claiming they don’t believe there really is a COVID-19 crisis – that it’s all part of an international conspiracy to take away citizens’ personal freedoms. This is where our TV panelist, mentioned at the beginning of this conversation, ties into the pandemic. Prior to the invention of social media, people wanting the news had to watch CBC, CTV, BBC or one of the U.S. networks. They, in turn, through their broadcast licences, were required to present balanced coverage of both sides of issues.

But social media turned that world on its head, offering the ultimate in consumerism by creating “news” the believer wants to hear. If you look up COVID-19 conspiracy theories, the algorithms of Facebook and Twitter will remember and send you more such conspiracies. Soon, you’re surrounded by an alternate reality of anti-COVID stories fed to your computer while, if you want more balanced views, you have to go searching for them.

The result is a cock-eyed world where black is white and up is down. It’s evident in the U.S., where a significant portion of the populace believes that Joe Biden won the presidential election only because of massive fraud. No matter how many impartial observers of the election declare there was no evidence of voter fraud, the only source of

“truth” for U.S. President Donald Trump loyalists comes from his mouth.

Similar embracing of unreality goes into the belief that COVID-19 is just an authoritarian power grab by governments – in cahoots with the medical community. During the first wave of COVID-19 in Italy, citizens stood outside nightly and beat on pans and pots as a way of thanking frontline health workers.

Attitudes have changed with the second wave as people become fatigued by the effort to fight the pandemic or they have fallen in with the group who thinks the entire crisis is fabricated. Some Italian ambulance drivers report being chased by angry people who claim that when they drive down the street they’re just trying to frighten people to get in line with government policies. Frontline doctors and nurses say they’re being harassed by conspiracy believers.

Personal responsibility has always been more dream than reality, of course. If everyone was honest and honoured their responsibility, we’d have no need for police – or at least we far fewer than we have.

But, ironically, citizens’ refusal to take personal responsibility in helping tame the virus’s spread means that governments must be more restrictive to save the lives of both the innocent and the self-centred.

Yet there are many hopeful signs. I’m amazed to see how many people wear masks in our area, even though there haven’t been many local cases. And there are those Americans so dedicated to their responsibility to vote that they lined up for hours to vote in advance, leading to one of the largest voter turnouts ever.

We’ll never get everyone to take personal responsibility seriously. Still, if enough of us do what’s right, we’ll make those that don’t a sad minority.

Feeling for the President-in-Tweet

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ecently I realized I feel for (possibly/maybe/likely) outgoing United States President Donald Trump, I really do. There’s no punchline here. I feel bad for the guy because he and I have something in common: we’re both sore losers.

I’m headstrong, competitive and have never taken losing very well, so I understand exactly what he’s doing in trying to not be proven a loser three times over (the popular vote, the presidency and just being a bit of a loser).

It was an odd realization for me. He is not a good person. Subjectively, objectively, it doesn’t matter how you look at him: he’s mean, he’s a sexual predator and he’s probably the worst backstabber I’ve ever seen outside of those reality tattoo competition television shows my wife enjoys. Despite his flaws, however, I feel for him.

Last Wednesday I was running some errands on my lunch break and, for the first time since the pandemic hit, I was in a car long enough to listen to a radio program on CBC. The show was Ontario Today with Rita Celli and it was about sore losers, however it was only to be about individual stories and not about his Orangeness, Mr. Trump. The guest was Canadian Olympic silver-medal winner and Professor Angela Schneider. She may be as famous for winning her silver medal as how frustrated she looked afterwards.

Before I go any further, I’m not condoning Trump’s overreaction here, just saying that the basis behind it, not wanting to lose, is a pretty universal feeling and one I can understand quite well.

I hate losing and I don’t like being wrong, the latter of which does occasionally happen in my field. It’s been a real learning experience over the last 12 years to realize that mistakes happen and you can’t always be on the winning side. I’ve needed to internalize the

Denny Scott Denny’s Den idea that owning a mistake, admitting defeat or admitting that I’m wrong doesn’t make me less of a person. Quite the opposite, actually – it proves that I’m not a recent graduate in my early 20s who thinks the world can be won by the time I’m 30.

Given his penchant for finding a way to make himself the winner of every situation, even if that isn’t reflected in reality, it’s easy to understand why Trump is going to such extreme lengths to try and make himself the winner.

Whether it’s in pop culture, on the ice rink, the ball diamond or the soccer pitch, we all learn very young that winning is important, despite the platitudes we tell ourselves.

Winning means we’re inherently better than someone else at something, while losing means to admit our shortcomings. It becomes so very easy to tie ourselves to something we’ve won.

There are tropes about it in every television show and movie: the football star who never left town, the cruel heir who was born on third base and thinks they hit a triple and the faded star who never learned how to be anything but the centre of attention are good examples.

The truth is, it’s much easier to absorb accolades than it is to internalize mistakes because we’re taught from a young age that mistakes are bad. It’s something I’ve even been teaching my daughter without realizing it, and I plan on working on that flaw in myself to make sure it’s not a flaw of hers.

It is possible, however, to keep reminders of the good and the bad as a way of encouraging growth from both winning and losing. To prove that to myself, I keep the praise and the condemnation from my work on the same board in my office.

It started with a letter that, for the lack of information given, might as well have been anonymous, a few years into my tenure at The Citizen.

I’m baring my soul here, so I hope this doesn’t come back to haunt me, but early on both retired Citizen publisher Keith Roulston and my editor Shawn Loughlin told me that I needed to stop being so convinced that I’m right, adding that mistakes can be an opportunity to learn and grow.

The letter criticized my wardrobe at a council meeting, calling it unprofessional.

That letter started what I’ve come to call my growth board. The board includes letters of praise, of congratulations and fond memories, as well as mistakes I’ve made and situations where I could do better. The letter has since been taken down because I feel like I’ve addressed the issue. As I’ve grown, so too has my wardrobe.

Back to where we started: I feel for Mr. Trump because admitting our shortcomings, our failings, is never easy. Every time we have a chance to do it, however, we have a chance to try and grow. Unfortunately, some of us, Trump included, have a little bit more growing to do than others.

Final Thought Life is like riding a bicycle - in order to keep your balance, you must keep moving.

- Albert Einstein

Shawn Loughlin Shawn’s Sense

Grow up or shut up

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hen Citizen founder Keith Roulston first named me editor of this fine newspaper he said it was important for The Citizen editor to live in the community the newspaper serves. Admittedly, at first, I didn’t see the importance of such a move.

I lived in Goderich and didn’t think it was another world compared to Blyth or Brussels.

However, once Jess and I moved to Blyth, I at once felt more connected to the community.

Living here has helped me get the jump on many stories I wouldn’t have otherwise and it has resulted in a true community investment.

There is a dark side to that investment. As part of a community, you succeed when it succeeds just as you fail when it fails. And when there are squabbles, especially as the editor of the local newspaper, you can’t help but feel as though you’re right in the middle.

You could argue that the aforementioned dark side of community investment does just what it’s designed to. If your community fears losing something, fearing you too will lose it, you could argue, lights a fire under you.

As a new father, I am hyper-aware of the future of our community. I want to see daycare in Blyth for Tallulah. I want a viable arena so she can play hockey one day. Most of all, I want to raise her in a community of which she can be proud. This starts here in Huron County and goes all the way up to the international stage. U.S. President Donald Trump’s refusal to accept a democratically-sound election loss, climate change, nationalism on the rise and intelligence on the decline keep me up. I want her to grow up in a safe, caring, stable world.

With that preamble out of the way, I have to say that one of the parts of my job I find the most laborious is editing Denny’s North Huron and Morris-Turnberry Council coverage.

Often controversial and full of meaty quotes and must-read potential, which is great for The Citizen, this coverage, to me, feels like watching two parents who hate each other forced to stay together for the kids and arguing over the bills. We’re the forgotten children of a relationship that seems to have run its course.

Seeing the two councils nickel-and-dime each other and exchange childish barbs has been a real disappointment, I have to say.

I understand there are real issues to debate.

Cross-border servicing in this criss-crossed county is confusing and often there are losers and winners. But watching local councillors bungle opportunities to find common ground time after time has been excruciating.

It really hit home for me watching a recent Huron County Council meeting. When one of our local representatives started bickering, attempting to rob another of some funding, other councillors stepped in, like the adults in the room, and said, essentially, that behaviour was unbecoming of elected officials.

Those paying taxes in North Huron and Morris-Turnberry deserve better. And through conversations I’ve had, I have yet to get a response to this issue that doesn’t involve a wry smile and a slow, methodical head shake.

People don’t care about the minutiae of who pays what, they want co-operation, integrity and leadership from their politicians, not a bar fight they feel obliged to break up before they and their friends get drawn into it.

Residents want more from their councils.

We can complain about the borders, but they’re not going anywhere, so we better learn to live with them. These divisions run deep and they are nothing new, but we need an adult in the room to stand up and advocate for cooperation, reason and the best interests of the people over a sense of winning and losing.

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Local churches aim for outdoor Advent A NOTE FROM BETTY

By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-9231

What a haul The Brussels Leo Club held a bottle drive on the weekend, collecting a significant amount of aluminum and glass to help fundraise for the group’s projects. (John Stephenson photo)

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‘Ace’ draw jackpot nears $10,000

By Jo-Ann McDonald Thanks all those who laid their Poppies at the cenotaph at the Brussels Legion Branch. Thank you for remembering.

It has been quiet times around the Branch most days. The Catch the Ace draw is held Friday evening with the committee members and a few spectators to witness the integrity of the draw. Thanks to all who follow on Facebook. This past Friday evening the weekly winner of the draw was Gail Wheeler, winning $280. She chose to look in envelope number 16 and the four of diamonds was revealed. The ace is still hidden and the estimated jackpot for next week is $9,800.

Get your tickets at Brussels Variety, Brussels Pharmacy, McDonald Lumber or the Brussels Legion.

The drive-thru turkey dinner for Dec. 13 is having a great response.

Order your tickets as soon as possible to help in the organizing and to get your preferred pick-up time. We hope to sell out, so order yours today. Call 519-531-1125 or email the Branch at legion218@ezlink.ca. You will receive a response the same or next day.

The catering crew along with many others spent Sunday doing some early preparation work for the event. It was pie-making day and Sandra Brown’s famous pies will be the dessert. It was also turnip-cutting and cooking and bread-breaking day for the dressing. Members were also counting containers so more can be ordered and, of course, cleanup from all the mess. The crew was divided into different areas to work at a distance with turnip and bread in two areas of the main hall and piemaking in the kitchen.

There was a good bunch working, including Mabel Glanville, Lisa Glanville, Joan Smith, Catrina Josling, Nancy Bridge, Kathy Burkholder, Judy Lee, Marni Knight, Jo-Ann McDonald and master dough maker Sandra Brown.

There will be another work bee before the event happens, so everything will run smoothly that day.

There are only a few days left in November for Comrades to pay their early bird dues at the discounted price.

One more winner will be drawn to win next year’s dues at the end of the month. Scott McDonald and Nicole Noble won theirs for 2022. Who will be the next? Drop in Thursday or

Friday evening from 4-7 p.m. this week to get your name in the draw.

We are sad to report that Comrade Charlie Procter has suffered a fall and broke his hip. He had surgery in Owen Sound and will soon be coming back to Wingham and District Hospital. We wish him a speedy recovery.

It’s looking quite lovely outside, as I write this. A pristine landscape after a night of quietly falling, nice, fluffy snow. Thoughts move along to Christmas baking and cards and things to do to make a COVID-19 Christmas just as special as the ones we remember from our past.

Again, our attitude is probably the best thing we can offer.

Remembering we cannot change some things and COVID-19 and our reactions to it are some of them. So smile, keep calm and carry on.

We are a people of hope, looking forward and limiting the time spent on the past. Oh it’s good to remember, but we live today and so we move to that reality and make plans to make this as good as we can.

As we move through November, we hit Advent, the time of waiting, (we’re getting good at that) so check for details of events happening outdoors for your safety. To start, Brussels United on Friday evening and Blyth on Saturday for outdoor Advent decoration services.

The Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education was shown to me when we were in Alberta. This award has been given since 1993 and over 1,900 early childhood educators and teachers have been honoured with this Canada-wide award. Criteria must be met, five standards, nominations and support letters are required to be recognized. Meghan Hetherington, Clif and Anne’s daughter received this national certificate for 2020. In COVID-19 style, she will not go to Ottawa and

have lunch with Justin, but she receives money and recognition for herself and her school, Briar Patch, in Sherwood Park in Edmonton.

Four other early childhood educators across our country were hailed “for their commitment to building foundations to help start life learning.”

From New Brunswick, Nunavut, Alberta and Barrie in addition to Meghan, each, was named the best for 2020. As well 12 teachers were saluted with the Prime Minister’s Award, teaching from across this land, each giving our children the best they have to give. Doesn’t that do your heart good and give you a big boost to new hope for the future?

Call a friend, offer encouragement, dig out an old joke and tell it. By the way, my euchre skills are not improving with this extended card playing time.

Stay safe, be kind, wear your mask and smile.

Betty G.W.

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Brussels Legion 218 Catch the Ace Weekly Winner Winning Ticket: Gail Wheeler $280 Envelope #16 found the 4 of Diamonds Estimated jackpot for November 27 is $9,800

Helping out After hosting a physically-distanced Santa Claus photo shoot and Christmas market earlier this month, the Brussels Four Winds Barn was able to donate $1,075 to the Huron County Christmas Bureau. Barn General Manager Kaitlyn Pipe, right, made the donation to the Bureau’s Volunteer Co-ordinator Trish Harris. (Photo submitted)

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NH sets meeting calendar for 2020

By Denny Scott The Citizen

Taking the show on the road For the first time since the season began, Blyth and Brussels Minor Hockey squads started competing against teams from outside of their own organization on Thursday when the U11 Burgundy team travelled to Howick to take on the Howick Hornets. Above, the U11 Black team welcomed the Hornets to Blyth on Sunday. The two squads played to a 3-3 tie. (John Stephenson photo)

Letter to the Editor

Vodden trying to track artifacts THE EDITOR, Do you remember the old oak tree that used to stand near the entrance to Blyth Public School? It was declared dead and was cut down and became a pile of logs and branches.

Originally there were two of these, but one was lost along the way. For many of us, they were very special trees, commemorating a Royal visit

by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth in 1939.

I was told that the wood of that tree was going to be given to a

highly skilled carver who was going to create from it a large number of carved artifacts which would be placed in prominent places throughout the village to commemorate the same historical events as those of the two original trees grown from the acorns sent by Queen Elizabeth about 1939.

Several years have passed since I learned of the intended creation of commemorative carvings, and I have heard nothing more about the project.

I would love to hear from anyone who is aware of this project and about its progress. I don’t know who conceived this plan or of any schedule for its completion.

I have fond memories of walking by two spindly young oak trees surrounded by protective chicken wire and screening as I walked to school in the 1940s. I don’t remember any teachers explaining the origin of the trees, but somehow I got the story and absorbed their significance. It is important that soon we have remaining tangible reminders of these historical events.

Brock Vodden.

Winter a nice sight in Huron From Marilyn’s Desk

By Marilyn Craig Call 523-9318

Hanging out Students at Hullett Central Public School have been going through different kinds of recesses, with the breaks being staggered and rotating through playground equipment.

Above Bailey Smith is enjoying her cohort’s turn on some of the playground equipment last week. (Denny Scott photo)

Happy birthday to Chad Wheeler who celebrates Nov. 26; Sidney Bromley. Belgrave, Nov. 29 and Thelma Manning, Dec. 2. Happy birthday everyone.

When I looked out the window on Monday morning, there was a white ground cover of snow. What a pretty sight with the snow sticking to the trees and a coating of snow on the grass. We live in Huron County and must be ready for winter and the snow that comes along with it.

North Huron Township Council has set a tentative schedule for its meetings in 2021, however the calendar may change as a result of COVID-19.

Council approved the schedule on Monday, Nov. 16 at its regular council meeting, and the schedule will be posted online as part of the adoption of the document.

Council meetings will continue to be held on the first and third Mondays of every month starting at 6 p.m., unless the meeting falls on a holiday, in which case it will be moved to a Tuesday.

Typically, meetings are scheduled around conferences, like the Rural Ontario Municipal Association conference held in January and the Ontario Good Roads Association conference held in February.

However, with those meetings being held virtually, if they are held at all, the schedule may be changed to reflect that.

Meetings for 2021 are scheduled as follows: • Monday, Jan. 11 • Monday, Feb. 1 • Tuesday, Feb. 16 • Monday, March 1 • Monday, March 15 • Tuesday, April 6 • Monday April 19 • Monday, May 3 • Monday May 17 • Monday, June 7 • Monday June 21 • Monday July 5 • Monday July 19 • Monday Aug. 9 • Tuesday Sept. 7

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Simply follow the rules PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO

By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296

Hanging around Despite closures across the province and increased measures to limit the spread of COVID-19, schools remain open and have remained safe in Huron and Perth Counties since opening several weeks ago. Here, Reese deBoer, left, and Rileigh Cox were caught hanging out at Hullett Central Public School during a recent recess period. (Denny Scott photo)

“I’m not sick. Why should I wear a mask?” Not only is that just about the stupidest remark I’ve heard in a long time, but it is also extremely selfish. And definitely un-Canadian.

For nine months we have been hearing that a mask is a sign of courtesy for others; a typical Canadian thing to do. No, it doesn’t totally protect us but it has been proven to protect others from us. We are not an island unto ourselves and masks have been shown to be the best way to reduce the spread of the virus.

Why has it been so hard to get everyone on board? Christmas is definitely out for December and unless there is a major shift in people's attitudes the whole province may be in strict lockdown by then.

How could anyone think going to casinos, holding large gatherings, weddings and rallies were essential or right through this pandemic?

People being lazy about following the rules is what has made this second wave so nasty.

It must be difficult for governments to balance society’s well-being and morale with maintaining the health of that society. As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been heard to say

“Going into lockdown and supporting businesses while we are in that lockdown is a better way of ensuring their success in a few months than trying to tough through a virus that is running around unchecked.” Lockdown is a brutal necessity.

The simple rules mandated by government officials – distance by two metres, wear a mask, wash your hands, isolate/stay at home – are just that, simple for everyone.

In the past I have often been heard to comment, “What will the media have to talk/write about once this election, terror attack, weather event, crime spree, etc. is over?”

And here we are again. The media, even this column, is full of the pandemic.

Stay well! Stay safe! Stay sane!

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Over 2,500 animals sold at weekly sale Total receipts for Brussels Livestock for the week ending Nov. 20 were 2,158 cattle and 377 lambs and goats.

On Tuesday, fed steers and heifers sold on an active market with prices $2 to $3 higher. Choice steers and heifers sold $135 to $142 with sales to $143. Second-cut steers and heifers sold $128 to $135. Aged and medium steers and heifers sold $110 to $125. Cows sold actively with strong prices. On Thursday, veal sold actively with slightly higher prices. Lambs, sheep and goats all sold higher. On Friday, calves and yearlings sold on a strong active trade with fully steady prices.

Southlore Farms Inc. of Palmerston, consigned 12 head. One

limousin heifer weighed 1,365 lbs. and sold for a price of $141.

L & A Black of Proton Station, consigned 11 head. Five gold steers averaged 1,527 lbs. and sold for an average price of $143.

There were 300 cows on offer.

Beef sold $65 to $80 with sales to $110; good holstein cows, $70 to $76 with sales to $81; medium holstein cows, $64 to $69.

Gerald Becker of Ayton consigned five head. One limousin cow weighed 1,525 lbs. and sold for a price of $100.

There were nine bulls selling $87.50 to $119.

Country Side Feeders of Hanover, consigned two head.

One charolais bull weighed 2,010

lbs. and sold for a price of $119.

There were 140 head of veal on offer.

Beef veal sold $165 to $200 with sales to $208; good holsteins, $136 to $145 with sales to $146; SL heavy holsteins, $125 to $138; heavy holsteins, $110 to $125; medium holsteins, $115 to $126; plain holsteins, $90 to $105.

Reuben S. Martin of Wallenstein, consigned six head. One pied steer weighed 900 lbs. and sold for a price of $208.

Larry Graul of Walkerton, consigned five head. One holstein steer weighed 725 lbs. and sold for a price of $146.

Lambs, 50 - 64 lbs. sold $323.75 to $450; 65 - 79 lbs., $371.50 to

$410; 80 - 94 lbs., $291.50 to $325; 95 - 109 lbs., $280.50 to $287; 110 lbs. and over, $265 to $270.

Sheep sold $200 to $350.

Goats: billies sold $150 to $350; nannies, $100 to $250; kids: meat, $370 to $410; dairy, $300 to $375.

Gordon Walker of Glenco, consigned two head. One lamb weighed 64 lbs. and sold for an average price of $450.

Andreas and Petra Aeberhardj of Neustadt, consigned 21 head. Ten lambs averaged 67 lbs. and sold for an average price of $404.

Top quality stocker steers under 400 lbs. sold $245.50 to $270; 400 499 lbs., $237 to $257.50; 500 - 599 lbs., $212 to $235.50; 600 - 699 lbs., $209 to $217; 700 - 799 lbs.,

OFA votes to alter election process With a record number of attendees, delegates of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) 2020 Virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) voted in favour of passing OFA Bylaw 20-1 that will now allow the Board of Directors the ability to elect its Executive Committee. More than 270 delegates from 50 county federations and 18 commodity groups participated in the event, representing the voice of the organization’s grassroots.

As enacted, Bylaw 20-1 alters the organization’s governance model and fundamentally changes the way the OFA elects its president and two vice-presidents. Additionally, it

allows all 18 provincial directors the ability to vote on resolutions and elections during the AGM. These amendments follow industry standards that have been set across the province and represent the best practices of many agricultural organizations in Ontario.

“The most important aspect of the passing of Bylaw 20-1 is that it will not impact the ability for our members to have a voice and input in the direction of the organization,” stated OFA President Keith Currie.

“Members will continue to have a vote towards the 18 directors whom they choose to represent their interests around the board table, ensuring a strong connection

remains between our grassroots and the board of directors.”

The amended bylaw was passed by two-thirds of OFA member delegates at the annual meeting.

Provincial directors will continue to bring the concerns and needs of the membership, commodity and affiliate organizations to the board table. Members, policy advisory council and local federation representatives will continue to have input all year-round, and at the AGM. Their ability to have a voice in representation and set the direction of the OFA remains unchanged.

The OFA Board of Directors worked diligently in reviewing the

structure and governance of the organization to ensure our policies and procedures are in compliance with The Corporations Act, the Act under which the OFA is incorporated. The bylaw changes were taken on the advice and recommendation of legal counsel to be in compliance with the Corporations Act. Although the review was part of organizational due diligence and good governance, it was driven by our membership as a result of the 2019 AGM and questions about the election process for the two vice president positions.

The OFA will continue to work to address the priorities of its membership and ensure the needs and concerns of local federations and industry partners are brought to the provincial table.

$192.50 to $198.25; 800 - 899 lbs., $191.50 to $197; 900 - 999 lbs., $187 to $193; 1,000 lbs. and over, $169.50 to $178.

Top quality stocker heifers, 400 499 lbs. sold $186.75 to $216; 500 599 lbs., $191.72 to $211; 600 - 699 lbs., $185.50 to $208; 700 - 799 lbs., $181.50 to $187; 800 - 899 lbs., $175 to $177.75; 900 lbs. and over, $161.50 to $173.

Brad Patterson of Dobbington, consigned 138 head. Twelve charolais heifers averaged 925 lbs. and sold for an average price of $173.

Carl Killeen of Pakenham, consigned 58 head. Seventeen charolais steers averaged 824 lbs. and sold for an average price of $194.

Dan and Doug McComb of Chatsworth, consigned 91 head.

Nineteen black steers averaged 719 lbs. and sold for an average price of $198.25.

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TOWNSHIP OF NORTH HURON NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REPEAL HERITAGE DESIGNATING BY-LAW 1748(1983) 104 PATRICK STREET EAST, WINGHAM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Huron intends to repeal heritage designating Bylaw No. 1748(1983) of the Town of Wingham which designated 104 Patrick Street East, Wingham under the Ontario Heritage Act, 1980.

By-law No. 1748(1983) was enacted by the Corporation of the Town of Wingham on November 7, 1983 designating the 104 Patrick Street East, Wingham property, to be of historic and architectural value and interest, pursuant to Section 29 of The Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O., 1980, Chapter 337.

Subsection 31.(1) authorizes the Council of a municipality to, repeal a By-Law, or part thereof, designating property made under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. The executor for the owner of the property has requested that Council repeal By-law No. 1748(1983) of the Town of Wingham as “it limits the possibilities of all the repairs and maintenance required to return the house to a suitable structure.”

Well done Earlier this fall, the Hensall 4-H Club held its annual achievement day for its Walk on the Wild Side Club project, honouring a number of participants in the program. Above are the winners of the Libro Book Awards. From left: Emily Bieman, Junior Leader; Lauren Bos, Gate Sign winner; Frank Schaefer, Secretary Book winner; Denise Iszczuk, Leader and Lily Shapton, Press Reporter winner. (Photo submitted)

AND TAKE NOTICE THAT any person who objects to this proposed repeal shall, within thirty days after the date of the publication of this notice of intention, serve on the Clerk, at the address noted below, a notice of objection setting out the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts.

If you have any questions, please contact the undersigned.

Dated at Wingham, Ontario this 24th day of November, 2020

Carson Lamb, Clerk 274 Josephine Street Wingham, Ontario N0G 2W0 clamb@northhuron.ca

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Huron East Council to return to virtual meetings

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen Huron East Council is returning to virtual meetings as early as next month after a discussion on the necessity surrounding meeting in

person at the Seaforth and District Community Centre.

Councillor John Lowe raised the issue at council’s Nov. 17 meeting, which was held at the Seaforth and District Community Centre with physical distancing measures in

place. He said that with the COVID19 case count rising in Canada, Ontario and even in Huron and Perth Counties, he didn’t feel it was essential for council to continue meeting in person. Furthermore, he said he felt councillors were relaxing

Drive-thru dinner The Brussels Optimist Club hosted a steak drive-thru meal on Saturday night, selling out their block of tickets and welcoming people to pick up their well-prepared dinners at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre. (John Stephenson photo)

Designations a barrier: Seip

By Denny Scott The Citizen After removing a heritage designation from a municipal building and supporting a resident in seeking to do the same, some North Huron Council members question the value of the designation.

During council’s Monday, Nov. 16 meeting, members discussed a request to repeal the heritage designation of a property on Patrick Street. Executors of the estate of the

now-deceased owner wished to sell the property and several council members said they felt the designation had outlived its usefulness.

Most of the designations in the municipality had been made during the 1980s when funding was available to help people maintain heritage aspects of buildings. Since then, the funding hasn’t been readily available, council members said.

Deputy-Reeve Trevor Seip said he’s in favour of removing any

heritage designation that owners want to remove due to the limitations the associated act puts on homeowners. Councillor Chris Palmer agreed, saying his family has a heritage home in Toronto and, whenever work is necessary, contractors immediately say it’s going to cost more due to the designation.

Council approved the request, with Seip saying the designations only get in the way of the municipality and contractors.

safety measures intended to limit the potential for spread of the virus, such as councillors taking their masks off before getting set up at their desks and socializing before and after meetings.

He said he didn’t feel council was setting a very good example for the municipality’s residents, especially at a time when medical officials are urging people to not get together with anyone outside of their household.

Lowe said plainly that he felt council should return to virtual meetings for the foreseeable future.

Councillor Dianne Diehl agreed, saying council had a responsibility to lead by example and that a “pretty sad Christmas” was on tap if the virus isn’t brought under control soon.

Councillor Larry McGrath said he was fine with whatever the rest of council decided, but that if the plan was to return to virtual meetings, the municipality needed to utilize a more reliable program. What was

being used months ago, he said, was “hit or miss” and caused plenty of frustration for both staff and councillors.

With most of the active cases in the region in Stratford and Perth East, Councillor Ray Chartrand said it was important to remember that many of the cases are not being found in Huron County.

Mayor Bernie MacLellan, however, agreed with Lowe, saying council should consider a return to virtual meetings.

Chief Administrative Officer Brad Knight said staff could facilitate a return to virtual meetings ahead of council’s Dec. 1 meeting. However, several councillors urged patience with staff upon the return, as everyone is still learning about virtual meetings.

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CHRISTMAS CAROLS & SONGS Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

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Jingle Bells

You know Dasher, and Dancer, Prancer and Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Doner and Blitzen, But do you recall The most famous reindeer of all . . .

Rudolph, the Red-nosed Reindeer, Had a very shiny nose, And if you ever saw it, You would even say it glows!

All of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names; They would never let poor Rudolph Join in any reindeer games.

Then one foggy Christmas eve, Santa came to say: Rudolph, with your nose so bright, Won't you guide my sleigh tonight?

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Dashing through the snow In a one-horse open sleigh, O'er the fields we go, Laughing all the way; Bells on Bob-tail ring, Making spirits bright, What fun it is to ride and sing A sleighing song tonight!

REFRAIN: Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells!

Jingle all the way!

Oh, what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh!

Frosty the Snowman

Now the ground is white Go it while you're young, Take the girls tonight And sing the sleighing song; Just get a bobtailed bay Two-forty as his speed Hitch him to an open sleigh And crack! you'll take the lead.

Frosty the Snow Man was a jolly, happy soul, With a corncob pipe and a button nose and two eyes made out of coal.

Then how the Reindeer loved him As they shouted out with glee: Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer, You'll go down in history!

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Deck the Halls

Away in a Manger

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Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la, la la la la. ’Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Troll the ancient Yuletide carol, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Away in a manger, no crib for a bed; The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head; The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay, The little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay.

See the blazing Yule before us, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Strike the harp and join the chorus, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Follow me in merry measure, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

While I tell of Yuletide treasure, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, But little Lord Jesus no crying He makes; I love Thee, Lord Jesus; look down from the sky, And stay by my side until morning is nigh.

Fast away the old year passes, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Hail the new, ye lads and lasses, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Sing we joyous all together, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Heedless of the wind and weather, Fa la la la la, la la la la.

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay Close by me forever, and love me, I pray; Bless all the dear children in Thy tender care, And fit us for heaven to live with Thee there.

Frosty the Snow Man is a fairy tale, they say' He was made of snow, but the children know how he came to life one day.

There must have been some magic in that old silk hat they found.

For when they placed it on his head, he began to dance around.

Oh, Frosty the Snow Man was alive as he could be, And the children say he could laugh and play just the same as you and me.

Frosty the Snow Man knew the sun was hot that day, So he said, “Let's run and we'll have some fun now before I melt away.”

Down to the village with a broomstick in his hand, Running here and there all around the square, sayin’, “Catch me if you can.”

He led them down the streets of town right to a traffic cop And he only paused a moment when he heard him holler “Stop!”

For Frosty the Snow Man had to hurry on his way, But he waved good-bye, sayin’, “Don't you cry; I'll be back again someday.”

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CAROLS & SONGS The First Noel

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The first Noel The angels did say Was to certain poor shepherds In fields where they lay In fields as they lay Keeping their sheep, On a cold winter night That was so deep.

Tell it on the O Christmas Tree 10 8 Mountain (O Tannenbaum) O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, How steadfast are your branches!

Your boughs are green in summer's clime And through the snows of winter time.

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, How steadfast are your branches!

When I was a seeker, I sought both night and day, I sought the Lord to help me, and He showed me the way, Oh! Go tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and ev'rywhere, Go tell it on the mountain that Jesus Christ is born!

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Born is the King of Israel.

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, What happiness befalls me When oft at joyous Christmastime Your form inspires my song and rhyme, O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, What happiness befalls me.

He made me a watchman upon the city wall, And if I am a Christian, I am the least of all.

Oh! Go tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and ev'rywhere, Go tell it on the mountain that Jesus Christ is born!

They look - ed up And saw a Star, Shining in the East Beyond them far, And to the earth, It gave a great light, And so it continued Both day and night.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Born is the King of Israel.

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, Your boughs can teach a lesson That constant faith and hope sublime Lend strength and comfort through all time.

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, Your boughs can teach a lesson.

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Huron Carol Twas in the moon of wintertime When all the birds had fled That mighty Gitchi Manitou Sent angel choirs instead Before their light the stars grew dim And wond'ring hunters heard the hymn Jesus your King is born Jesus is born In excelsis gloria.

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Within a lodge of broken bark The tender babe was found A ragged robe of rabbit skin Enwrapped His beauty round But as the hunter braves drew near The angel son rang loud and clear Jesus your King is born Jesus is born In excelsis gloria.

O children of the forest free O sons of Manitou The Holy Child of earth and heaven Is born today for you Come kneel before the radiant boy Who brings you beauty, peace and joy Jesus your King is born Jesus is born In excelsis gloria.

Little Drummer Boy

O Holy Night

Come they told me pa rum pum pum pum,A new born King to see, pa rum pum pum pum,Our finest gifts we bring, pa rum pum pum pum,To lay before the King pa rum pum pum pum,rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum,So to honor Him pa rum pum pum pum,when we come.

Little Baby pa rum pum pum pum,I am a poor boy too, pa rum pum pum pum,I have no gift to bring, pa rum pum pum pum,That's fit to give our King pa rum pum pum pum,rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum,Shall I play for you? pa rum pum pum pum,on my drum.

Mary nodded pa rum pum pum pum,The Ox and Lamb kept time, pa rum pum pum pum,I played my drum for Him pa rum pum pum pum,I played my best for Him pa rum pum pum pum,rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum,Then He smiled at me pa rum pum pum pum,me and my drum.

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O holy night! The stars are brightly shining, It is the night of the dear Saviour's birth!

Long lay the world in sin and error pining, Till He appear'd and the soul felt its worth.

A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices, For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn!

Fall on your knees! O hear the angel voices!

O night divine! O night when Christ was born!

O night divine! O night, O night divine!

Led by the light of Faith serenely beaming, With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand.

Here came the wise men from Orient land.

The King of Kings lay thus in lowly manger, In all our trials born to be our friend!

Truly He taught us to love one another; His law is love and His gospel is Peace.

Chains shall He break for the slave is our brother And in His name all oppression shall cease.

Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we, Let all within us praise His holy name!

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Local native plant garden community takes flight

Au naturel Mike Ward of Clinton now moderates the Huron County Native Plant Garden page on Facebook, building on a personal passion for the plants at his home. He is also an active participant on the Ontario Native Plants page on Facebook, seeking to learn about, grow and promote native plant gardening to attract butterflies and other wildlife in an effort to save the pollinators. (Lisa B. Pot photo)

By Lisa B. Pot The Rural Voice Walking with Mike Ward through his native garden in Clinton is a lesson about which native plants

attract native butterflies. He is enthralled with lepidopteran species and native plants in equal measure, and has started the popular Huron County Native Plant Garden site on Facebook.

Howick, S. Huron see case increases Continued from page 1 confirmed cases of COVID-19. In Howick, there are now three confirmed cases, one of which is being reported as active. South Huron has increased to 13 cases from 12 since last week. Bluewater continues to have the most confirmed cases at 15, Central Huron still has 14 and Goderich and Huron East remain at four confirmed cases each. Ashfield-ColborneWawanosh has had three cases and Morris-Turnberry and North Huron have each had one confirmed case.

In Perth County, Perth East continues to see a spike in cases, climbing from 37 to 50 cases since last Monday. North Perth has also seen a spike of nine new cases, increasing from 21 cases last Monday to 30 as of Nov. 23.

Stratford had a minor increase from 113 to 117 since last Monday. Perth South and West Perth remain at eight and seven cases, respectively.

In Perth County, there are currently active confirmed cases in North Perth (eight), Perth East (14) and Stratford (17).

INFLUENZA Alongside the continuing escalation of COVID-19 in Huron and Perth Counties, the HPPH announced the first confirmed cases

of influenza last week, saying there were fewer than five lab-confirmed cases.

In a press release, the HPPH stated that influenza season typically runs from November to April and encouraged residents, who are able, to get their influenza vaccine (flu shot) from their family doctor’s offices (for recipients six months and over) or pharmacies (for recipients five years and older).

“It can take approximately two weeks after getting immunized for the vaccine to be effective,” HPPH stated in the release. “Both the highdose trivalent vaccine (TIV) and the standard-dose quadrivalent vaccine (QIV) are effective for those over the age of 65. It’s recommended that residents receive whichever vaccine is available.”

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“There’s cup plant (Silphium perfoliatum),” he says, pointing to the tall, yellow-flowered perennial in the backyard. “Insects like to drink out of the water that collects between the leaves and the stem.”

Holding onto a stem of spicebush (Lindera benzoin), Ward tells me he grows this shrub to attract the spicebush swallowtail butterfly.

There are milkweeds to attract monarchs and pearly everlasting (Anaphalis margaritacea) for American lady (Vanessa virginiensis) and Painted lady (Vanessa cardui) butterflies. There is also a common rue (Ruta graveolens) which is not a native, but he can’t resist planting it because it attracts swallowtail butterflies.

Not a purist but working hard to create gardens that are 80 per cent native, Ward says he has been gardening his whole life. He moved to Clinton from the Staffa area when he found a job as a labourer in Seaforth and is now employed at Stackpole International in Stratford.

He has always admired butterflies and one year, he raised 30 monarchs by collecting milkweed leaves.

The process was transformational for the caterpillars and Ward, who decided he wanted to raise native plants to attract butterflies, protect Ontario’s native plant diversity and promote use of natives in residential gardens.

He has signs in his garden proclaiming his property as Milkweed Madhouse – Waystation 14070 and a native plant site, via the Canadian Wildlife Federation.

“I’ve seen the decline in pollinators and the destruction of native habitat everywhere. If I can help a little bit with my native gardens, then I will,” says Ward.

When encouraging fellow gardeners to try natives, you often have to “trick” them, he says. If you say a plant is native, they are worried it will be weedy. However, if you explain it’s a flower that attracts butterflies, they are often willing to try it.

“I gave my older neighbour a swamp milkweed to attract monarchs and she just loves it,” says Ward. Monarchs are very attracted to this plant which is better behaved

than common milkweed, produces pretty pink flowers, and feeds monarch larvae ensuring you’ll have monarch caterpillars and chrysalis on your property to enjoy.

Hummingbird moths are another lepidoptera Ward likes to attract by planting snowberry (Symphoricarpos) shrubs.

Adult hummingbird moths drink flower nectar from a wide variety of plants including bee balm and bergamot, red clover, lilac, phlox, snowberry, cranberry, blueberry, vetch and thistles. Young (larvae/caterpillars) eat the leaves of honeysuckle (Lonicera spp.), snowberry (Symphoricarpos spp.), hawthorns (Crataegus spp.), cherries and plums (Prunus spp.)

Ward kindly shared three cuttings from his snowberry shrub which I’m trying to root to plant in my own gardens this coming spring.

As he looks around his garden, Ward says his prized plants are: • Common hop tree to attract giant swallowtail butterflies • Common rue, for the same reason • Purple coneflower (native species, not cultivars) for attracting bees and general attractiveness • Jack-in-the-pulpit for the its “cool” factor • Trilliums (for spring beauty).

Trilliums are pollinated by Hymenoptera insects, including honey bees, bumblebees, and wasps.

To start a native plant garden, Ward recommends doing your research and trying these easy-togrow natives: • Purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea) • Swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) • Anise hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) • Meadow rue (Thalictrum family) As for his gardens, he still hopes to add Culver’s root, ironweed and Virginia bower. He’s not done collecting yet.

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DON’T DRINK & DRIVE

Huron-Bruce MADD chapter marks 25th anniversary; Rintoul reflects on changing minds

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen

Project Red Ribbon This year, the Huron-Bruce chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Drivers launched its annual Project Red Ribbon in Goderich with the help of members of the Ontario Provincial Police. The campaign annually aims to promote sober driving during the holiday season. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, the holiday season remains a high-risk period for impaired driving. “Drivers should expect to see enhanced patrols and RIDE checks during the festive season. Driving sober is always the right choice. If you choose to drink or use drugs, call a taxi, phone a friend, stay the night or have some other plan to get home safely. Please make a good choice and only drive if you are sober,� said OPP Sergeant Russ Nesbitt. From left: Constable Jamie Stanley, MADD volunteers Dwayne Evans, Linda MacDonald and Sandra Lee, Sergeant Russ Nesbitt and Acting Staff Sergeant Patrick Armstrong. Not pictured is Staff Sergeant Dave Sinko. (Photo submitted)

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This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Huron-Bruce chapter of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers).

Reaching such a milestone offers the opportunity for reflection and Co-President and Co-Founder Barb Rintoul of the Lucknow area says much has changed for the better over the last 25 years.

In an interview with The Citizen, Rintoul said she feels the local chapter of the organization has changed attitudes, saved lives and kept people safe. She has certainly seen a shift in mindset in the quarter-century since she and others worked to found the local chapter.

It was July of 1994 that Rintoul lost her son Kevin to a collision with a drunk driver.

Rintoul joined forces with a small handful of other residents who had lost children under similar circumstances and worked to form the local chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

Later in 1994, Rintoul and several volunteers distributed honour boxes, a MADD initiative, but didn’t officially form the HuronBruce chapter of MADD until 1995.

She remembered the response being “wonderful� locally, with many willing to help in the early days. Not only was Rintoul seeing volunteers who had lost children and loved ones to drunk driving, but many who hadn’t, but were passionate about the cause.

As the movement locally began to grow, volunteers began working with Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoints. It is there, Rintoul says, that she has seen one of the biggest changes over the years.

In the early days, Rintoul said there was a feeling of almost, “how dare you?� in setting up a RIDE checkpoint, as if it was infringing on a person’s civil rights to drink and drive.

Now, she said, people will thank her and the organization for the work it has done to reduce impaired driving in the community.

The support MADD has received from the community, Rintoul said, has really been heartwarming for her and others who dedicate their time to such an important cause.

In addition to on-the-road work, the local chapter of MADD has also been instrumental in reaching out to local schools, educating in high schools as well as some of the older public school classes.

Rintoul said, for example, that children in Grades 6, 7 and 8 are beginning to babysit. To educate those children on the signs of intoxication and to know to say no to a drive home from the owner of the house if they appear to be intoxicated is very important to know at that age, she said.

She adds that she has seen a fundamental difference in the generations. When she was young, for example, choosing a designated driver just wasn’t something you did at the beginning of the night.

Now, young people are very often doing this. Even that, she said, is a victory for the organization, knowing that young people are being safer when out and drinking.

Rintoul says she’s proud of the work she and the many other volunteers with the organization have done over the last 25 years, knowing they have played a role in making the roads safer and saving lives.

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DON’T DRINK & DRIVE

Huron-Bruce MADD chapter marks 25th anniversary; Rintoul reflects on changing minds

By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen

Project Red Ribbon This year, the Huron-Bruce chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Drivers launched its annual Project Red Ribbon in Goderich with the help of members of the Ontario Provincial Police. The campaign annually aims to promote sober driving during the holiday season. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, the holiday season remains a high-risk period for impaired driving. “Drivers should expect to see enhanced patrols and RIDE checks during the festive season. Driving sober is always the right choice. If you choose to drink or use drugs, call a taxi, phone a friend, stay the night or have some other plan to get home safely. Please make a good choice and only drive if you are sober,� said OPP Sergeant Russ Nesbitt. From left: Constable Jamie Stanley, MADD volunteers Dwayne Evans, Linda MacDonald and Sandra Lee, Sergeant Russ Nesbitt and Acting Staff Sergeant Patrick Armstrong. Not pictured is Staff Sergeant Dave Sinko. (Photo submitted)

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Thank you to MADD Huron/Bruce Chapter and their Volunteers

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This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Huron-Bruce chapter of MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers).

Reaching such a milestone offers the opportunity for reflection and Co-President and Co-Founder Barb Rintoul of the Lucknow area says much has changed for the better over the last 25 years.

In an interview with The Citizen, Rintoul said she feels the local chapter of the organization has changed attitudes, saved lives and kept people safe. She has certainly seen a shift in mindset in the quarter-century since she and others worked to found the local chapter.

It was July of 1994 that Rintoul lost her son Kevin to a collision with a drunk driver.

Rintoul joined forces with a small handful of other residents who had lost children under similar circumstances and worked to form the local chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

Later in 1994, Rintoul and several volunteers distributed honour boxes, a MADD initiative, but didn’t officially form the HuronBruce chapter of MADD until 1995.

She remembered the response being “wonderful� locally, with many willing to help in the early days. Not only was Rintoul seeing volunteers who had lost children and loved ones to drunk driving, but many who hadn’t, but were passionate about the cause.

As the movement locally began to grow, volunteers began working with Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoints. It is there, Rintoul says, that she has seen one of the biggest changes over the years.

In the early days, Rintoul said there was a feeling of almost, “how dare you?� in setting up a RIDE checkpoint, as if it was infringing on a person’s civil rights to drink and drive.

Now, she said, people will thank her and the organization for the work it has done to reduce impaired driving in the community.

The support MADD has received from the community, Rintoul said, has really been heartwarming for her and others who dedicate their time to such an important cause.

In addition to on-the-road work, the local chapter of MADD has also been instrumental in reaching out to local schools, educating in high schools as well as some of the older public school classes.

Rintoul said, for example, that children in Grades 6, 7 and 8 are beginning to babysit. To educate those children on the signs of intoxication and to know to say no to a drive home from the owner of the house if they appear to be intoxicated is very important to know at that age, she said.

She adds that she has seen a fundamental difference in the generations. When she was young, for example, choosing a designated driver just wasn’t something you did at the beginning of the night.

Now, young people are very often doing this. Even that, she said, is a victory for the organization, knowing that young people are being safer when out and drinking.

Rintoul says she’s proud of the work she and the many other volunteers with the organization have done over the last 25 years, knowing they have played a role in making the roads safer and saving lives.

PROJECT RED RIBBON The Huron-Bruce chapter of MADD kicked off its annual red ribbon campaign earlier this month in Goderich with the help of volunteers and Ontario Provincial Police officers, also marking the 25th year of the campaign in the local community.

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Gardens reflect immigrant history of Canadians

National pride There is a distinct lack of national pride for native plants, according to Jessica Smeekens (centre), who owns Auxsable Forestry near Grand Bend. Alongside employees Derek Spruce, left, and Danielle Rickman, Smeekens was recently selling native species at the Friends of the Pinery native plant sale held at the Lambton Museum last month. (Lisa B. Pot photo)

By Lisa B. Pot The Rural Voice There is a shift in thinking about how Ontario gardeners garden.

Instead of planting ornamentals from Europe, Asia and Africa, gardeners and nature enthusiasts are thinking about what plants serve our own native pollinators.

“I see it every day,” says Jessica Smeekens, native gardening purist and owner of Auxsable Forestry near Grand Bend, which has three business streams: forest management, native plant landscaping for residences and tree planting. “However, we still don’t have a strong Canadian heritage of gardening. We are an immigrant country and our gardens reflect that.”

She says you won’t likely find Canadian plants in an Asian garden because they have a distinctive gardening culture. It’s time Canadians, and Ontario gardeners, created one. “We need to create

patriotic pride in our Canadian plants and create a culture of Canadian gardening,” believes Smeekens.

She’s so passionate about the environment and the need to sustain it that she freely admits that when her Dutch father plants tulips, she pulls them out. “I just can’t do it [grow imports],” she laughs.

It is very rare to find a truly native garden, where all the plants grown are Ontario natives. Not imported and not cultivars, just plants grown from native stock in Ontario by horticultural or conservation experts.

Having just planted a native garden myself, I listed some of the plants I’ve installed.

“You’ve been greenwashed,” she exclaimed. Turns out I had planted scabiosa because it said “native” on the tag. However scabiosa, otherwise known as pincushion flower, is native to Africa and Europe. So how did native come to be on the tag?

“Well, companies are starting to see the shift towards planting natives for our pollinators so they are trying to make money off of it without the integrity to ensure they are true Ontario natives,” explains Smeekens.

There are companies which do ensure authenticity, including Smeekens’ and Verbinnen’s Nursery (wholesalers), which provided many of the native plants at the recent Friends of the Pinery native plant sale. Native trees, shrubs and perennials were on offer in outside tents, with physical distancing protocols in place, for native plant enthusiasts to pick up for fall planting.

“The money goes to Friends of the Pinery, which works in close relationship with naturalists to improve habitat for skinks, protect the delicate ecosystem and make boardwalks to keep people off the dunes,” explained Friends of the Pinery member Susan McAlpine.

They’ve also been involved in a three-year study on bats.

“I find people are really interested in learning to grow natives,” said McAlpine.

Although she doesn’t grow many herself, she directed me to another booth where Ginny Loeb sat shivering in her jacket and mitts.

Loeb inherited her mother’s house when she died and learned her mother had created a native garden about which Loeb knew very little.

“It was growing in prairie meadow conditions (hot, dry and sandy) with Carolinian species,” explains Loeb.

The key to helping the garden (and any garden) thrive is to understand which vegetation is native to the area. Ontario, much less Canada, is so vast that certain plants only grow in certain areas. Plants that thrive in southern Ontario’s Oak savanna or Carolinian landscape may not fare so well in Bruce and Grey’s Great Lakes/St. Lawrence vegetation group.

Loeb found that a combination of native grasses and prairie meadow perennials works very well in her location. Specifically, little bluestem grass, Indian grass, switchgrass, asters, tall coreopsis and black-eyed susans.

“It’s a challenge to get good information and good native plant stock,” admits Loeb. Having done some research, she has gained understanding on how pollinators have evolved to feed on certain plants, even planting cultivars, and how they can disrupt the natural biological processes.

Most greenhouses sell cultivars (a plant variety that has been produced in cultivation by selective breeding).

Her goal is to return to pure natives and create a garden that is both wild, but pleasing to the neighbours. “It can be done. We can have the best of both worlds.”

Smeekens is in full agreement.

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CAROLS & SONGS Silent Night Angels We Have Holy Night 12 Heard on High Silent night, Holy night!

All is calm, all is bright. ’Round yon Virgin Mother and Child, Holy infant so tender and mild; Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace.

Silent night, Holy night!

Son of God, love's pure light, Radiant beams from Thy holy face, With the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth.

David's City Once in Royal David's City Stood a lowly cattle shed.

Where a mother laid her Baby In a manger for His bed.

Mary was that mother mild, Jesus Christ, that little Child.

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He came down to earth from heaven, Who is God and Lord of all.

And His shelter was a stable And His cradle was a stall.

With the poor, the meek, the mild, Lived on earth our Savior Child.

And thro’ all His wond'rous childhood He would honor and obey.

Love and watch the lowly maiden In whose gentle arms He lay.

Christian children all must be Mild, obedient, good as He.

O Come All Ye Faithful 14 O come, all ye faithful, Joyful and triumphant, O come ye, O come ye, To Bethlehem; Come and behold Him, Born the King of Angels, O come let us adore Him, O come let us adore Him, O come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

Sing, choir of angels, Sing in exultation, Sing all ye citizens, Of Heaven above, Glory to God, In the highest, O come let us adore Him, O come let us adore Him, O come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

Angels we have heard on high, Sweetly singing o'er the plains And the mountains in reply Echoing their joyous strains.

Gloria in excelsis Deo, Gloria in excelsis Deo! Come to Bethlehem and see Him whose birth and angels sing; Come adore on bended knee Christ, the Lord, our new-born King.

Gloria in excelsis Deo!

Hark the Herald Angels Sing

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I Saw Three Ships I saw three ships come sailing in, On Christmas Day, on Christmas Day; I saw three ships come sailing in, On Christmas Day in the morning.

And what was in those ships all three, On Christmas Day, on Christmas Day; And what was in those ships all three, On Christmas Day in the morning.

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Hark, the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King, Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled.

Joyful, all ye nations rise, Join the triumph of the skies; With angelic hosts proclaim, “Christ is born in Bethlehem.”

The Virgin Mary and Christ were there, On Christmas Day, on Christmas Day; The Virgin Mary and Christ were there, On Christmas Day in the morning.

God Rest You 19 Merry Gentlemen God rest you merry gentlemen, Let nothing you dismay, Remember Christ your Saviour Was born upon this day, To save us all from Satan's power When we were gone astray.

Refrain: Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King.”

Refrain: O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

Christ, by highest heaven adored, Christ, the everlasting Lord; Late in time behold Him come, Offspring of a virgin's womb, Veil'd in flesh the Godhead see; Hail the incarnate Deity, Pleas'd as man with man to dwell, Jesus, our Emmanuel.

Now to the Lord sing praises, All you within this place, And with true love and brotherhood Each other now embrace; This holy tide of Christmas All other doth efface.

Hail the heav'n-born Prince of Peace, Hail the Sun of righteousness Light and life to all He brings, Ris'n with healing in His wings Mild He lays His glory by, Born that man no more may die, Born to raise the sons of earth, Born to give them second birth.

It Came Upon the Midnight What Child Is This Clear (sung to the tune of Greensleeves) What Child is this, who, laid to rest, On Mary's lap is sleeping?

Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping?

This, this is Christ the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing; Haste, Haste to bring Him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary.

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Why lies He in such mean estate Where ox and ass are feeding?

Good Christian, fear; for sinners here The silent Word is pleading.

Yet with the woes of sin and strife The world has suffered long; Beneath the angel-strain have rolled Two thousand years of wrong;

So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh, Come, peasant, King to own Him; The King of Kings salvation brings, Let loving hearts enthrone Him.

And men at war with men, hear not The words of peace they bring; O hush the noise ye men of strife, And hear the angels sing.

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It came upon the midnight clear, That glorious song of old, From angels bending near the earth to touch their harps of gold; “Peace on the earth, goodwill to men From heaven's all gracious King.”

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CAROLS & SONGS 21

We Three Kings

We three kings of Orient are Bearing gifts; we traverse afar Field and fountain, moor and mountain, Following yonder star.

Refrain: A star of wonder, star of night, Star with royal beauty bright, Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to the perfect light.

Solo (Melchoir) Born a King on Bethlehem's plain, Gold I bring to crown Him again, King forever, ceasing never, Over us all to reign.

Good King 25 Wenceslaus

O Little Town of Bethlehem 23

Good King Wenceslaus looked out On the Feast of Stephen, When the snow lay ’round about, Deep and crisp and even; Brightly shone the moon that night, Tho’ the frost was cruel, When a poor man came in sight, Gath'ring winter fuel!

O little town of Bethlehem, How still we see thee lie.

Above thy deep and dreamless sleep The silent stars go by; Yet in thy dark streets shineth The everlasting light; The hopes and fears of all the years Are met in thee tonight.

“Hither, page, and stand by me, If you know'st it, telling, Yonder peasant, who is he?

Where, and what His dwelling?”

“Sir, he lives a good league hence, Underneath the mountain; Right against the forest fence,

By St. Agnes' fountain.”

For Christ is born of Mary; And, gathered all above While mortals sleep, the angels keep Their watch of wondering love.

O morning stars, together Proclaim the holy birth And praises sing of God and King, And peace, to men on earth.

Solo (Caspar) Frankincense to offer have I, Incense owns a Deity nigh; Prayer and praising, all men raising, Worship Him, God most High.

Solo (Balthazar) Myrrh is mine; its bitter perfume Breathes a life of gathering gloom; Sorrowing, sighing, bleeding, dying, Sealed in the stone-cold tomb.

Glorious now behold Him arise, King and God and Sacrifice; Alleluia, Alleluia, Earth to the heaven's replies.

While Shepherds 22 Watch Their Flocks While shepherds watch their flocks by night, All seated on the ground, The Angel of the Lord came down, And glory shone around.

“Fear not,” said he, for mighty dread Had seized their troubled mind; “Glad tidings of great joy I bring To you and all mankind.”

“To you, in David's town, this day, Is born of David's line A Saviour who is Christ the Lord; And this shall be the sign: “The heavenly Babe you there shall find To human view display'd, All meanly wrapped in swathing bands, And in a manger laid.”

Thus spake the seraph, and forthwith Appear'd a shining throng Of Angels, praising God, who thus Address'd their joyful song: “All glory be to God on high, And to the earth be peace; Goodwill henceforth, from heaven to men Begin, and never cease.”

“Bring me flesh and bring me wine, Bring me pine logs hither; Thou and I will see him dine, When we bear Him thither.”

Page and monarch forth they went, Forth they went together, Through the rude wind's wild lament, And the bitter weather.

How silently, how silently, The wondrous gift is given.

So God imparts to human hearts The blessings of His heaven.

No ear may hear His coming, But in this world of sin, Where meek souls will receive Him, still The dear Christ enters in.

“Sir, the night is darker now And the wind blows stronger; Fails my heart, I know now how, I can go no longer.”

“Mark my footsteps, good my page; Tread thou in them boldly; Thou shalt find the winter's rage Freeze thy blood less coldly.”

O Holy Child of Bethlehem, Descend on us, we pray, Cast out our sin, and enter in; Be born in us today.

We hear the Christmas angels The great glad tidings tell; O come to us, abide with us, Our Lord, Emmanuel.

Joy To The World

In his master's steps he trod, Where the snow lay dinted; Heat was in the very sod Which the saint had printed.

Therefore, Christian men, be sure, Wealth or rank possessing, Ye who now will bless the poor Shall yourself find blessing.

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Wassail Song

Joy to the world! the Lord has come; Let earth receive her King; Let ev'ry heart prepare Him room, And heav'n and nature sing, And heav'n and nature sing, And heav'n and heav'n and nature sing.

Here we come a wassailing Among the leaves so green; Here we come a wand'ring So fair to be seen

Joy to the world! The Saviour reigns!

Let men their songs employ; While fields and floods, rocks hills and plains Repeat the sounding joy; repeat the sounding joy; Repeat, repeat, the sounding joy.

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Love and joy come to you, And to you your wassail too; And God bless you and send you a happy New Year And God send you a happy New Year.

We are not daily beggars That beg from door to door; But we are neighbour's children, Whom you have seen before.

He rules the world with truth and grace, And makes the nations prove, The glories of His righteousness, And wonders of His love, and wonders of His love; And wonders, wonders of His love.

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Obituaries

JOSEPH CHATTERTON June 27, 1926 - Nov. 19, 2020 Joseph Chatterton passed away peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020 at Baywoods Place, Hamilton.

He was 94.

Joe was the devoted husband of the late Lucy (predeceasing him in 1995), and the much-loved father of James, Paul and Elizabeth. He will be greatly missed by his grandsons Francesco and Christopher. Joe was the cherished father-in-law of Deborah and Mike.

Born in Southport, England, Joe served in World War II with the British Royal Navy. He immigrated to Burlington in 1953 where he established himself in the community as a mechanic. He eventually moved to Blyth, operating Chatterton Auto Service before retiring in 1987. Joe was a lifetime member of the Royal Canadian Legion. He volunteered in

various roles as a member of Branch 420 in Blyth.

Joe had a zest for life and lived it to the fullest. He was happiest sharing breakfast with family and friends, completing crosswords with his morning cup of tea, attending theatre and dabbling daily in his garden. He was a lover of music and always an active participant whether it be playing the harmonica on stage, singing along with the band or cutting tile on the dance floor.

Donations, if desired, may be sent to the Royal Canadian Legion, Blyth Branch 420, PO Box 206, Blyth, ON N0M 1H0 as expressions of sympathy.

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JOHN THOMAS SIMS John Thomas Sims passed away peacefully at the Village on the Ridge, Ridgetown on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. He was in his 82nd year.

John was the beloved husband of Isabel Sims (neé Bratby) for 52 years. He was the loving father of Kevin Sims (Sharon) and the late Brenda Sims (2016). He was the cherished grandfather of Carter Sims, Kelsey Sims (Kyle) and Whitney McKichan (Craig) and great-grandfather of Harlynn and Emery. John is survived by his brothers Harold, George and Collin.

Prior to his retirement, John was a manager with the Royal Bank of Canada throughout southwestern Ontario.

The funeral service was held

Saturday, Nov. 21 at McKinlay Funeral Home, Ridgetown.

Cremation followed with interment to be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London at a later date.

Donations in memory of John may be made (payable by cheque) to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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granddaughter of Isobel Thompson, Dorothy Kelly and Jane White.

Elizabeth was the sister-in-law of Shannon and Ben Huigenbos and Kelly and Amanda White, Amy Ross and Candice and Chris Riley and the daughter-in-law of Keith White and Jayne Ross and Marlene and Murray Hall.

Elizabeth will be lovingly remembered by her niece and nephews Matthew, Brent, Cole, Alexis, Connor, Hudson, Evelynn and Emalee, as well as her aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.

A private service will take place at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham on Thursday with Rev. Larry Skinner officiating. Final resting place will be in Brussels Cemetery.

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Native species Janet and Michael Kurasc of Grand Bend, left, recently attended the Friends of the Pinery native plant sale held at the Lambton Museum and perused the native flora offered by Ginny Loeb. After inheriting her mother’s house, Loeb discovered she had also inherited a native garden which led to her needing to research what works in local climates. (Lisa B. Pot photo)

Native plants benefit biomes Continued from page 18 beautiful,” she says. She shares Loeb’s understanding about the need for natives.

“Relationships between native plants and their insects have developed over thousands upon thousands of years and it’s connected to the mouthparts of insects and how insects observe colours radiating from the plants,” explains Smeekens. “The more you change a plant, the less interesting to insects it will be.”

There are some plants and insects that will feed on anything. Butterfly bush is an example and Smeekens just sighs when she talks about its popularity. “The plant we have the hardest time repealing is the butterfly bush. It is covered with butterflies and insects but it does not

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provide the appropriate proteins at the appropriate time of year. As insects flock to it, the plants they need to pollinate are declining because they do not get pollinated. I compare it to McDonald’s. Anyone coming to Canada would see how busy McDonald’s is and think it’s the best food to eat in Canada. But is that true? It’s not. The best way to feed our insects is to offer a higher diversity of native plants.”

While Smeekens is an avid environmentalist and very vocal about protecting our native biodiversity, she also gives kudos to anyone trying to grow natives, even if they add just a few to their gardens.

“Anyone who thinks about sustainability and stops abusing our

resources is to be credited,” she says. “I am a purist because I want to lead by example.”

She prefers green and silvers in her own gardens. This includes ferns of which there are many Ontario natives for all sorts of conditions.

For native flowers, she thinks cardinal flower, obedient plant and blue lobelia are “fun and amazing flowers.” Canada yews (produce red berries) and common juniper (produce blue berries) are also high on her list.

Growing native also helps her business, which has grown from one person to five staff members for 10 months of the year. “When I started this company, everyone in my life thought I was crazy. We are now in our fifth year and people want to receive our information

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Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the public to stay vigilant against property crime thefts by taking simple actions to protect property.

“Lock it or Lose it” isn’t just a catchy slogan, it is a crime prevention measure that is proven to be very effective against opportunistic thieves, say police.

Earlier this month several residents in the neighbourhood of Chestnut Road and Main Street North in Seaforth were victimized by a thief, the OPP say.

Police report that, on Sunday, Nov. 15 between 2:30-4:30 a.m., a thief entered into several garages and unlocked vehicles. The thief entered into an unlocked charcoal grey, 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and found a purse inside with the ignition key to the vehicle inside.

The thief stole the van as well a newer model Marlin 45/70 1895 dark series rifle valued at nearly $2,000 that was taken from an unlocked pickup truck that was parked nearby.

Huron OPP is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a person of interest after the incidents. The individual is described as being a male, of average build, wearing white pants, a black knapsack, black gloves, a dark hoodie and black running shoes with white soles (possibly Nike).

THIEF CAUGHT A Central Huron resident remains in custody on several charges

connected to an incident that took place in Vanastra earlier this month, according to the OPP. Police say that, shortly after 7 p.m. on Nov. 10, Huron County OPP officers responded to a St. Charles Place address to assist a victim who had just made a citizen’s arrest of a thief that was attempting to steal his licence plates. Upon arrival, officers learned the accused and an accomplice pulled up beside the victim’s vehicle and began removing the licence plates from the pickup truck.

Police say the victim noticed what was going on so he ran out and entered into the accused’s vehicle and attempted to restrain the accused. A female passenger got away, however, with the assistance of some neighbours, the victim was able to apprehend the accused until police arrived. OPP report that, during the incident, the accused assaulted the victim, causing a minor injury to the victim.

Police say further investigation revealed the accused was driving a stolen pickup truck that had been taken from a business in Goderich earlier that morning.

As a result of the incident, a 35year-old Central Huron man has been charged with Assault, Theft Under $5,000, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 and Fail to Comply with Probation Order. He remained in custody with a court date scheduled for Nov. 18.

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Skip’s opens in Brussels

Filling a need Skip’s Tirecraft opened a new location in Brussels recently.

Among the team members that people will see at the site is technician Ricky Abell. (John Stephenson photo)

Chipping in Members of the Brussels Leo Club were busy last Friday decorating the village’s conservation area for the holidays. The club’s efforts were aided by Huron East public works staff, who helped to brighten up the area for the weeks ahead. (Photo submitted)

Nelemans argues for more for NH Continued from page 1 amount. However, he requested that if council chose that path there should be justification.

Hallam calculated that, due to COVID-19, the centres were closed 38 per cent of the year, meaning that, if the municipality wanted to drop the amounts paid, they could pay $46,500 for the Wescast centre’s usage and $9,920 for the Blyth centre’s usage, but leave the cemetery and contingency funds untouched. Under that model, Hallam said, the municipality would pay $83,728.

Councillor Jim Nelemans felt that, if council were to honour that obligation, council shouldn’t reduce the amount paid.

“Their expenses haven’t dropped by 38 per cent,” he said. “They have still had to pay staff, pay for the facility, pay hydro and keep the building heated. I think 38 per cent is a bit too much to reduce it by.”

Councillor Kevin Freiburger, however, said the idea of the money

wasn’t to pay for the facility.

“The intent is that it offsets the non-resident fees that people would have to pay if they wanted to use those facilities,” he said. “In essence, it’s just for the use of the facility.”

Freiburger then said the 38 per cent change makes sense to him.

Deputy-Reeve Sharen Zinn, however, felt council should consider not paying at all.

“I think we’re missing the point,” she said. “A year and a half ago, they cancelled this agreement. If one party cancels, they can’t expect the other side to honour it.”

Zinn eventually said there should be a payment for this year, but going forward, that shouldn’t be the case.

“We were very clear from the time it was cancelled,” she said. “The new agreement would only be for water and sewer, not recreation.

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true, pointing to the fact that North Huron had not changed any water rates.

“They’ve kept up their part,” he said. “They haven’t increased the rates. They just haven’t allowed these two new connections.”

Zinn said that the users are paying for water, so it isn’t like North Huron is not being compensated.

“I don’t disagree, but I feel we need to have some responsibility for the usage we’ve had for the year we’re in,” Nelemans said, talking about the recreation facilities. “We did agree we would continue with the existing agreement until we have a new one. I feel some responsibility there.”

Council voted to pay the reduced amount due to COVID-19, with Zinn voting against the motion.

As a result of the discussion, Nelemans said he wanted to put off the municipality’s normal budget process. He said he wanted to see how negotiations with North Huron went first. Other council members, however, said they weren’t in favour of waiting.

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Skip’s Service, which has locations in Mildmay and Walkerton, recently opened a branch in Brussels to fill a gap in services in the community.

Tanya McArter, a represenative of the business, told The Citizen that after J.L. McCutcheon’s Motors closed in Brussels, the owners at Skip’s Service Ltd., which is an NAPA/Autopro and Tirecraft shop, had been considering moving into the space, but found it was a little too large of an investment at the time for co-owner Derek Pilatzke.

“It was passed on originally,” McArter said. That was until the company found out that the rental space for the Mildmay branch would soon be unavailable, at which point the ownership started thinking about spaces again.

“Everything came together quickly,” she said. “It worked out perfectly [and] the rest will go in our history book that started in 1956.”

McArter said that, with her local connection and all that history, there is plenty of experience behind all the services the company provides.

The move makes sense, McArter said, because she was constantly

ferrying people’s vehicles from her home in Brussels to Walkerton for service due to the lack of a dedicated service centre in Brussels.

The shop opened earlier this month, just in time for residents of the area to start looking to put on their winter tires, and McArter said the new location has been busy. She said that, between herself and technician Ricky Abell, the shop has been taking reservations and servicing vehicles nearly non-stop since it opened.

“It’s been crazy, but it’s been wonderful,” she said, adding that customers have been happy to be able to get the work done locally.

Both McArter and Pilatzke are from Brussels and those in the area will likely be familiar with McArter’s father-in-law Mel who was the service manager at J.L. McCutcheon’s Motors for years. She said she’s glad to be able to help people out locally with the new site and fill a gap in service that has developed in the community over the years.

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From the Minister’s Study

Time to reflect on another year with Christ

By Student Minister Alex Jebson Blyth, Brussels United Churches This past Sunday was “Reign of Christ Sunday”. In the church calendar, this is the end of the year.

We have gone through the anticipation of Advent, the craziness of Christmas and Epiphany. We lamented in Lent, and celebrated the exceptional love found in Easter.

With the Spirit’s inspiration at Pentecost, continuing for many months, we have come to a place where we can reflect on another year lived within the loving reign of Christ.

But what sort of reign has this been, and what might Christ’s reign look like in the future?

We might actually be able to take a cue from The Crown, the Netflix show that just released its fourth season, which I binged this past week. The show is based on the early years of Queen Elizabeth’s reign, taking historical events and envisioning them with imagination and new actors every few seasons. It can perhaps inspire us to look imaginatively at the powers that be we want to lead us.

What I wish to offer today isn’t a reflection per se, but rather a bit more of a visioning activity.

Understanding that no single metaphor or image perfectly encapsulates God, we can stroll through each of them with wonder and discernment. We have each been impacted personally and as a community by the love of Christ. As we move into a busy season, it will be nice to just take a moment and breathe and reflect on what has been, what is, and what may be. Grab your coffee or tea, set some time aside, and let’s envision some scenes, some vignettes, of Jesus Christ’s guidance.

“As shepherds seek out their flocks when they are among their scattered sheep, so I will seek out my sheep. I will rescue them from all the places to which they have been scattered on a day of clouds and thick darkness.” (Ezekiel 34:12) It turns out Psalm 23 isn’t the only shepherd passage in scripture. It’s a very common image in our scripture, with many biblical figures described in shepherding terms. Ezekiel’s talk of the shepherd is just as pastoral, but perhaps not as gentle as that of the beloved psalm. Ezekiel is speaking during the exile, the strong kings of Israel just a memory and the harsh reality ever present.

You can picture Ezekiel sternly yelling from the crossroads in a foreign Babylonian city, calling out the wolves in sheep’s clothing for who they are. Surrounding him are

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They see him pointing beyond the walls to the countryside, saying that those who ran around the fields with beasts are the best representation of God’s reign and power.

But for those longing for a sense of safety and comfort, they eagerly cling to Ezekiel’s words. They don’t care if the picture of the Lord came in a package wrapped with smelly sheep-skin and muck-covered boots; they just wanted someone, anyone, to take care of them.

Ezekiel’s finger is pointing to the worn-out shepherd; a figure chasing sheep all around the hillside, trudging through mud and manure.

And yet they ensure food in the pastures. They will care for the sheep their whole lives, and fight off predators with rod and staff, even though the sheep cause headaches to no end. What was being offered to those hearing Ezekiel, and to us today, is an image of God who intervenes and is present, albeit in a less flattering image than many would want.

In time, people would come to know that God would shepherd the people through Christ and the Holy Spirit. Christ the Shepherd, the Gate, the One who denied His own comfort to care for the sheep.

Picturing this scene, we can take some time in our day to reflect on just what it means to be the Lord’s sheep? How far has the Shepherd gone for us in our lives?

“And He has put all things under His feet and has made Him the head over all things for the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.” (Ephesians 1:22-23)

This vignette Paul offers to the Ephesians might be easier for some of us to picture; the image of Christ that many grew up envisioning. A Christ who sits resplendent on the throne with richly embroidered robes, a sceptre in hand, a steely but assured gaze and a monarch who has lived through conflict and claims ultimate victory and assurance of their authority. In times of uncertainty, such as now, such a seemingly strong image can be comforting. You might be picturing a scene like that in a Renaissance painting, or in a period piece with the swell of brass instruments in the background.

But in this scene, be sure to also picture all those gathered around the throne, the courtiers and the stacks of papers representing the needs and service of all those under the monarch’s dominion. These are people who are integrally tied to the King, and who delight in being part of the Body which is transformed by and serves in the King’s name. The ruler is heavily invested in their lives; the monarch of the biblical world is one who is judge and protector, seeking justice and sharing in the community’s triumphs and laments.

The image of the monarch, like the shepherd, shouldn’t be idealized. It also shouldn’t be used by those in Christ’s Body as an excuse for arrogance. This image of Christ the King has been abused by some Christians past in the name of forced conversion or apathy. They forgot (and we sometimes forget) that Christ the King is King because Christ rules as a servant, working

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Christ reigns today as a King. And we are, as the church, in some ways a physical expression of this reign.

But there are questions to be considered in this, especially as we recognize the struggle of many in the Church today, and the living apology of the church’s wrongs in the past. A question you may want to reflect on for a bit is this: How can we as the church better reflect the reign of Christ in Creation? “… ‘For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took

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Huron County expands ‘Out of the Cold’ program The County of Huron’s Huron Out of the Cold: Heart to Home program, which is now open, expands on the efforts of the previous Out of the Cold program, with increased funding and staff specially trained in trauma informed care, substance use and mental health services. The new program aims to provide an emergency shelter that also offers wrap-around supports for homeless individuals in Huron County.

“It’s important that we build relationships with vulnerable members in our community, including those who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless,” said Warden Jim Ginn. “Our social and property services staff along with CMHA Elgin-Middlesex and Choices for Change will be coordinating an emergency shelter that also provides wrap-around services with a long-term goal of ensuring

that all Huron County community members have a home.”

Through a partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) and Choices for Change, Huron Out of the Cold: Heart to Home will be staffed with trained professionals and aims to provide wrap-around supports and services with a goal of transitioning guests into permanent housing solutions.

“As a community mental health agency, we know how critical and necessary wrap-around supports are in helping individuals who are experiencing or are at risk for homelessness,” said Beth Mitchell, CEO of CMHA Elgin-Middlesex.

“We look forward to working closely with our partners and the community to ensure those most vulnerable are receiving the supports they need, such as a listening ear, coping strategies, a connection to housing resources

and other services, and more.”

“Choices for Change is very pleased to be part of this very important initiative,” said Choices for Change Executive Director Catherine Hardman. “Although not all individuals experiencing homelessness have addiction and/or mental health issues, it is important to have that expertise available for those that do. We are glad to work with CMHA to provide support to those in the shelter and assist in their move to more permanent housing.”

The emergency shelter will be located in Goderich at Lakeshore United Church and will be able to accommodate up to 15 individuals per evening, with meals provided, for the cold weather season.

“The Town of Goderich is supportive of this important initiative being located in our community,” said Goderich Mayor John Grace “Ensuring the safety of

all of our community members during the colder season is of critical importance. I am glad that we have been able to work with the County of Huron and all of the partner agencies and municipalities on the homelessness task force to make this emergency shelter happen.”

Through the County of Huron homelessness task force, efforts to advocate on behalf of local communities and vulnerable individuals continue on the municipal and provincial level, including member representation by the County’s Warden and local mayors from the Town of Goderich, Municipality of South Huron, Township of North Huron, Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, and Municipality of Central Huron.

Local government in Huron County is committed to working together to address and prevent homelessness in Huron communities.

The County of Huron and its partner agencies are dedicated to taking both immediate and longterm actions to improve the quality of life for all residents of Huron County. These actions encompass inclusivity and awareness of intersectionality, acknowledging the differences and complexities for every individual in need of support.

The county extends its thanks to the Lakeshore United Church, and to every other agency, community group, and volunteer, who has and continues to contribute time and resources for Huron’s Out of the Cold program and showing compassion to taking care of the community’s most vulnerable persons.

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The kitchen and dining area are divided from the great room only by a prep island. The dining room features large windows that overlook the back garden, as well as easy access to the deck. The kitchen includes plenty of counter space, as well as a walk-in pantry.

Nearby is the laundry area, where a coat closet and access to the double garage will allow the room to double as a mud room.

The master suite is located at the back of the home for privacy. The en-suite occupies a bayed-out niche and includes a double sink, as well as a soaker tub and a separate enclosed shower. The walk-in closet is reached through the en-suite.

The second bedroom overlooks the front garden and is served by a three-piece bathroom.

As well as the brick pilasters, exterior finishes include three more columns, painted in a contrasting colour to the stucco finish. The large window at the front is mullioned.

This home measures 40 feet wide and 52 feet, eight inches deep, for a total of 1, 402 square feet. Ceilings throughout measure nine feet.

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Leo Club decorates conservation area in Brussels PEOPLE AROUND WALTON

By Jo-Ann McDonald Call 887-6570

Our weather is always changing from good to not so good. It was a great day on Friday to get outdoor decorating done and Saturday was good for doing some more and for the Optimist Club’s steak barbecue.

It was a great meal and they sold out.

Fantastic for the Optimists and all the good projects they support.

Sunday had snow falling and it was a very wet snow. That made for scraping some frozen stuff off the windshield Monday morning and it was then a bit slippery on the roads.

It cleared up quickly for the driving and they say temperatures are going

up and the snow will be gone again.

I would prefer that the snow would come and just stay. It helps the mindset of what to wear: snow boots, rubber boots or just runners?

Heavy coat or the lighter one?

Above zero or below? Mud, snow, rain and more mud? You just never know what to put on!

The Brussels conservation area received a “holiday boost” with the stringing of the Christmas lights.

The Brussels Leo Club gathered lights last year after Christmas with donations from many area folks and the town work crew was busy putting them up last Friday, on the nice day! The lights add cheer and look wonderful.

It was a good weekend for those who have chosen to leave our communities. We say goodbye to Rod Fritz and Helen Brenie as they have moved to Seaforth. We said goodbye to Emily Cousins, as she has moved to London. We will wait to welcome the new folks moving to our area.

Congratulations to Fred and Heidi McClure on the birth of their fifth grandchild. She is a beautiful little girl, named Mabel, born to proud parents Adam and Laura McClure of Stratford. She is the couple’s first child and everyone is doing well.

Congratulations to all.

We send our get-well wishes to Charlie Procter, who is in hospital with a broken hip. We hope he has a speedy recovery.

Don’t forget to get your decorating done before Dec. 5, only 10 days away for the Brussels Christmas Experience. There is a home and business decorating contest so let’s make ours the prettiest village around. Decorate, take a picture and post to the Brussels Christmas

Experience Facebook page. Your children can enter a colouring contest; just download the picture, colour and post on the Facebook page.

We all need some cheering up and this can be a great way to become active and involved and into the spirit of Christmas. Everyone needs a project! Come out on Dec. 5, drive the town, view the beautiful decorating, stop to see Santa at Richmond Square or the live nativity scene at the Mill.

Celebrating birthdays this past week were Shirley Ann Boven, Sarah Williamson Machan, Carl McCallum, Valerie Shortreed, Edythe Warwick, Donna McClure, Linda McDonald, Mitchell McKee,

Melody Hodgson, Craig Gillis, Nicholas Zwep, Abigail Lejcar, Ronja Boettcher and me, Jo-Ann McDonald.

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Thompson seeks nominations

Slipped past The Huron Heat U15 Ditner team took to the ice on Sunday afternoon at the Central Huron Community Complex, taking on their opponents from the east in the Mitchell Meteors. Though a score was unavailable at press time, the Heat team was able to score at least one, with this puck finding the back of the net early in the game. (John Stephenson photo)

Not even a pandemic will prevent Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson from recognizing and celebrating remarkable citizens across the two counties.

Thompson has issued a call for nominations to recognize the remarkable dedication and volunteer work done by local residents.

This year, due to COVID-19, Thompson is planning on hosting a virtual levee to ring in the new year and to salute this year’s winners.

Details will be announced in December.

Each year, Remarkable Citizens awards are handed out to respected and dedicated community leaders, volunteers and residents who have made a positive impact within the riding of Huron-Bruce.

“We have all been through a lot these past few months,” Thompson said. “But I know there are many, many outstanding and remarkable citizens who are doing their part to help others during this pandemic as well as being engaged in other areas and making a difference in their communities. As I have said before, volunteers are the lifeblood of every community, and I have been blessed

with the opportunity to meet so many across the riding.”

To nominate someone, describe in approximately 250 words the person’s contribution to the community and why you feel they are deserving and send it to diane.foxton@pc.ola.org. Please include contact information for both the nominee and the nominator. Also include two pictures of the nominee.

Nominations can also be mailed to either constituency office: Blyth (408 Queen Street, P.O. Box 426, N0M 1H0) or Kincardine (807 Queen Street, Unit 2, P.O. Box 834 N2Z 2Y2). Nomination deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 18, 2020. For more information, contact Diane Foxton at 519-396-3007.

“We may not be able to be in person for the levee,” Thompson added, “but there will be plenty of virtual hugs to hand out as we applaud the volunteer work of our local heroes.”

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By Denny Scott The Citizen After Morris-Turnberry Council ran into trouble figuring out how to manage winter road maintenance this year, a solution has been found.

During council’s Nov. 17 meeting, Director of Public Works Mike Alcock explained that, through renting a plow and hiring a seasonal rural roads operator, the municipality would likely spend a comparable amount of money over this winter compared to contracting the service out.

Last month, council was informed

that the existing winter maintenance contractor wouldn’t be renewing his contract that ended in the spring.

Alcock told council, however, that in searching for another option, he found the municipality could rent a grader and related equipment for $21,166 from December to March of 2021.

After factoring in fuel and labour costs, he said the total estimated cost for the rental unit and an operator to run it would be approximately $49,703.37 for a maximum of 696 hours. The contracted service cost the municipality $51,777.12 for 242 hours over the last winter season.

Set time aside to sit with questions Continued from page 27 behalf, it is still painful to watch.

The One who we now claim to be our Lord is in a position of extreme injustice and humiliation, His vulnerability on full display.

Yet, in this vulnerability and pain, there is benevolence and forgiveness to an extent that could only be divinely sourced. This wasn’t appreciated by everyone there, lured in by the concept of a powerful monarchial Messiah, but who weren’t willing to follow and serve in ways that addressed injustice in vulnerable ways.

As we survey the wondrous cross, perhaps it is more illuminating to picture the expressions of those gathered around it. For in their faces we see the various reactions to this vulnerability, this “weak Christ” to many gathered there. Scattered around were the very people whom Jesus taught, the last and the least.

We hear in Jesus’ words and in the crucifixion scene images we come across all the time in our communities and our news stories: the hungry, the thirsty, the sick, the stranger, the prisoner – many images

and people that our cultural conditioning entices us to ignore.

But Jesus, in embodying this vulnerability Himself, forces us to look at this vignette, and to respond.

And Jesus also drags us through this scene to the other side, to resurrection and promise of a time to come to be in fuller communion with the God who guides and reigns in strength and vulnerability.

As one of the seminal moments of our faith and understanding of Christ, there is so much which to reflect.

One final question you might consider as you picture this scene is how you might be vulnerable with Christ and those we care for in Christ’s name in the year to come.

Be sure to take time in your week to sit with these and other questions that arise when we consider Christ’s reign. There are several other images we can dwell upon alongside the Spirit. In all of this, we are assured that Jesus Christ reigns over all with a love and compassion by which we cannot help but be transformed.

Thanks be to God!

As a result, Alcock reported to council he had already advertised for another seasonal rural roads operator and had, as of the meeting, already received an application. The new hire would bring the total of operators for the municipality to three.

Deputy-Mayor Sharen Zinn asked Alcock if he anticipated having trouble finding an operator, as other municipalities had reported that problem. Alcock said he already had the previously-mentioned applicant, so there was at least one option.

Council received Alcock’s report.

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