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The Kause is Kate, the effect is fun Accessible play area, officially dubbed Kate’s Playground For Everyone COLIN DEWAR

Joshua Thompson, 4, has fun climbing on the new playground equipment in Elmira's Gibson Park on Monday.

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The swings are up, the slides are ready and the children are having fun.

The new communitybuilt Kate’s Kause charity playground in Gibson Park is finally open for business.

After a strong surge courtesy of a large number of volunteers, the majority of the playground equipment was installed on June 23 awaiting the rubber surfacing to be set in place. The material is needed around the equipment to prevent children from hurting themselves if they fell.

“We estimated the flooring would take about six days to install,” said Kelly

Meissner who spearheaded the fundraising effort. “Unfortunately it took longer than expected and we were not able to open on Canada Day as we had planned. It was the only slow down we had in the entire project.”

Just over 16 months ago Meissner and her husband Jeremy started Kate’s Kause to raise funds to build a playground that children with special needs like their daughter Kate could use to help them develop through play and interaction with other children.

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Wellesley hikes rec. rental fees 3%

Rec. department to add full-time facility operator, eliminate some part-time hours as township reviews budget COLIN DEWAR

Renting a recreation facility in Wellesley Township will cost another three per cent this year, following a price hike approved this week by councillors.

Township staff researched rental rates in surrounding

communities and determined the increase was adequate and best represented the current demands. Rental rates are adjusted by township council every year.

“The increase is pretty consistent with the surrounding municipalities in the area for the past four years,” Brad Voisin,

director of facilities told council July 9. “We are trying to stay competitive within the smaller communities and we are trying to stay consistent.”

Wellesley is surrounded by numerous multi-pad facilities in Kitchener, Waterloo, Wilmot and Woolwich, which have all in-

creased ice rental opportunities in the area by adding the pads.

“We are going a little higher because we have Woolwich and Wilmot with new facilities and their rental rates are substantially higher,” said Voisin. “In comparing rental rates with neighbouring municipalities we

are comparable and competitive.”

Council was told that the users of the Wellesley facilities were satisfied and dedicated to using Wellesley amenities and appreciated the reasonable rental rates compared to the larger centres.

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The recreation department operates and maintains two community arenas, four community centres, seven softball diamonds, four soccer pitches, six playgrounds, one splash pad and a multi-use concrete pad.

Facility rental rates are the key source of income for the township’s recreation department.

The increase in rates is adjusted yearly to reflect inflation, user group demand, maintenance requirements and area competition.

Along with the increase in rates, council approved

the issue has been getting full-time staff in the facilities when they are being rented and it has been a difficult proposition,” said Will McLaughlin executive director of operations.

“The goal is to have one full-timer at the facility to represent the township when it is running. We looked at it and realized that we need seven fulltimers; right now we have three full-time employees.

Rather than say we need seven we will be looking to have a recreation master plan created to look at all our facilities and the staff that is required to run them. This new hire is a step in the right direction.”

With the additional facility operator the two arenas in the township will have full-time employees working through the winter shifts. In the summer months many of the part-time wages will be eliminated. The new hire will be trained in health and safety, evacuation and emergency procedures.

Funding for the new hire was approved in the 2012 operating budget funded from the capital salary reserve fund.

the hiring of a new fulltime facility operator for the recreation department at the hourly rate of $22.41 for an annual take of $46,612.80, plus an additional 24 per cent in benefits.

The hire will increase the number of full-time facility operators to four in the township, eliminating the need for some part-time employees.

The full time wage would be off set by a reduction of part-time wages of $32,531.20 which will result in $14,081.60 to be absorbed in the overall recreation budget for 2013.

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Townships part of community intensification efforts Though more visible in the cities, region’s reurbanization plans are applicable in Wellesley, Woolwich COLIN DEWAR It’s nowhere near the end of the line for the sidesplit on that patch of lawn to call your own, but getting us to think outside of the ‘burbs would be a start in changing the landscape of Waterloo Region.

To reduce the pressure on farmland surrounding the three cities, municipal planners want to see more infilling – development of higher density housing on underutilized parcels within the cities, including former industrial sites, so-called brownfields. The goal is to intensify the urban areas, easing the demand for new subdivisions – typically built out on virgin territory known as greenfields – and increasing the use of existing infrastructure.

More than a goal, such practices are

mandated by provincial legislation, including its Places to Grow strategy.

To encourage that that kind of development, which applies to the townships as well, the region is making resources available, as noted by interim manager of reurbanization Brooke Lambert’s presentation at Wellesley council Reurbanization, she explained, is development within the existing built up area of a community, taking many forms, that helps increase density.

“It is a term that we use within the urban context but it definitely fits within the townships as well,” she told councillors.

Achieving more balanced growth means directing a greater share of new development to the existing urban areas to make better use of land, existing infrastructure

and services. This also means building more compact, vibrant and complete communities, said Lambert.

There are a few different approaches to reurbanization, including an infill projects like a former gas station that is now a vacant site ready for redevelopment. It can also apply to the adaptive reuse of a structure like an older heritage building that’s use changes and is redeveloped into something new.

“It could be the redevelopment of a site or the intensification of a site, which might mean adding additional units onto a preexisting building,” she said. “Any development that is happening in a preexisting area is what we would call reurbanization.

It is a trend that is definitely increasing.”

Two decades ago, reurbanization rates

were quite low across Waterloo Region, reaching only five per cent of development projects. But since 2003 there has been a steady increase and as of 2011 the region was seeing about 55 per cent of development happening within the built up areas.

In the townships of Woolwich and Wellesley, reurbanization rates increased to 19 per cent between 2006 and 2012.

The region is trying to work with the townships to create a joint opportunity to potentially implement what is called a community improvement plan to help with the costs of developments in the townships.

If the townships are interested and help put it in place the region will provide the resources to do the rest, Lambert told council.

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Early-season promise turning into nightmare for farmers Warm spring was welcome by most, but has given way to hot, dry conditions putting crops at risk ELENA MAYSTRUK Local consumer choice is far from the only casualty when it comes to the reality of losing some of Waterloo Region’s local farm products this summer. According to the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) the province is already short 85 per cent of its average apple crop due to spring weather changes. Now the prospect of drought might drastically turn around what at first, looked like a productively warm season for cash crop and produce farmers.

As a slew of dry days rear their heads, this summer is turning into a fiercely stressful time in the local farming industry.

Producers say they are

experiencing one of the hottest, long-term dry periods in their memory. The previous year’s adequate snowfall and hefty rain season created ideal growing conditions in warm weather, filling up ponds and creating perfect moisture conditions. According to local grower James Herrle, this year’s climate conditions are deteriorating the longer rains hold off.

“The ponds started the season probably only three quarters full. Right now we are experiencing ponds that are a lot lower than we’d like, we’re not sure there is enough water to carry us through until the end of the season. We’ve had to irrigate just to get crops to germinate. This year’s crops are desperately dry,” he explained.

At Herrle’s Country Farm Market, the mark of dry weather can be seen at the edges of cornfields where the outer stalks are visibly dwarfed in comparison to those farther afield, curling inwards, away from the sun.

According to OFA the summer’s beginnings promised something completely different from current weather conditions.

Warm soil temperatures and early planting conditions were a hopeful sign for a while, but as rain remains absent, water is becoming a scarce commodity. Farmers are starting to ration their reserves, abandoning some fields when there is not enough water to go around, making sure their most valuable crops survive.

Certainly, smaller local producers depending on summer market sales for the majority of their income may feel the brunt of the water shortage and are trying to compensate.

Produce farmer Mary Milanovich’s Drayton fruit farm has not experienced such harsh summer climates before, and she's worried about the state of her crop.

“Because of earlier weather this spring we basically have no apples to speak of. Instead we’ve been trying to put in a lot of vegetables like potatoes, peas, squash to make up a little bit of a difference. As far as an irrigation system goes we’re not going to have a whole lot of crop at all.”

For those farmers that

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can afford to implement an irrigation plan, fuel use is a significant concern, and prices are digging into their bottom line.

“All farmers are looking up at the sky and wondering where the water has gone,” Herrle said.

After a contrastingly good yield in strawberries this season, Herrle's biggest challenge is the sweet corn, peas and beans. To maximize productivity, his crops are irrigated only at night in order to conserve water. For many farmers, he said, irrigation is not a viable option either due to lack of resources or because it is simply impractical for crops like soybeans.

Despite current circumstances it is still too early to tell what kind of profits will be made at the end of the year and farmers are striving to keep the cost of their products the same, if not slightly above normal.

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cally have little or no verbal skills, possible seizures, sleep disorders, and poor gross and fine motor skills.

Through tireless work the Meissners managed to raise $300,000 and finally saw their vision completed last week when the final rubber

flooring was placed into the playground.

The playground includes a junior and senior play section, swings and a flower garden. A water element and a Northwoods sensory wall will be added to the playground in the future.

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Within the wall there will be numerous animal carvings and nature themed activities for children to interact and play with. The wall will be placed in the garden area of the playground next summer.

“The wall is something that is very important to us

because it makes the whole place completely accessible and it reaches those sensory issues. It is custom-made with a forest theme with animals and kids will be able to touch the different textiles and hear all the different sounds,” said Meissner during the volunteer build.

Regardless of the late opening the playground, which will be officially called Kate’s Playground For Everyone, seems to be a big hit with the children.

“Now that it is all completed, it is very cool and we are getting a great response from everyone,” said Meissner. “Lots of people have

come out to see the playground and that is what we wanted.”

For four-year-old Joshua Thompson from West Montrose who was visiting the park Monday with his sister and mother the playground was a lot of fun.

“I really like all the climbing. It is really cool,” he said.

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Take precautions against summer surge of break-ins, police advise ELENA MAYSTRUK It’s the time of year when residential properties are at their most vulnerable, abandoned for more appealing prospects of cottages, beaches and resorts. But coming home after summer vacation can be bitter if the furniture is turned over and the valuables gone. With that in mind, police are reminding resident summertime typically signals a significant rise in break-ins.

“When people are away for extended periods of time we are just asking

going away.

Past years have shown breaks-ins can spike by as much as 30 per cent over the summer months.

“For the first six months of 2012, for the area patrolled by Rural North Division, which includes Woolwich Township and a portion of Wellesley Township, there have been 15 residential break-and-enters reported. During the same period in 2011, there were 17 incidents. However, within the more urban areas of the region, breakand-enters are up 33 per

them to use their home security strategies. To make sure that their homes are properly secured before they leave and to continue to make sure that they look lived in while they are away,” advises Waterloo Regional Police spokesman Olaf Heinzel.

The increase is tied to a tendency by vacationers to leave their homes looking vacant, signaling to potential robbers that the house is ripe for the picking. For that reason, the police routinely issue warnings to remind homeowners to take precautions before

cent,” he noted.

Property owners can access tools for home security measures through Waterloo Regional Police Service website (www.wrps. on.ca), where they will find downloadable suggestions regarding home security measures and a checklist of precautions. Instructions include straightforward advice about illuminating the outside of a property but also a few more unconventional tips such as preventing hedges and lawn objects from becoming hiding places for possible intruders.

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Currently the region has a brownfield incentive program that provides financial incentives for builders or developers that need to clean up sites for redevelopment. In Woolwich the most recent example is the development at the corner of Arthur and Church streets where the Shoppers Drug Mart now stands.

“The township worked with the region and residence to redevelop that site and clean it up to get that project going,” Lambert explained.

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3:20 PM | Police were contacted about a group of kids throwing eggs at a house on Church Street in Wellesley. When the police arrived they could not find any suspects. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Elmira detachment.

10:15 AM | A business owner from Wagner’s Corners on King Street North complained about the loss of his Ontario Dealer Plate.

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Woolwich firefighters extinguish a grassfire off Shantz Station Road, near Kossuth Road on Wednesday. The fire was believed to have started when a resident was burning garbage. A fire ban is in effect for the township.

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12:40 AM | Police received a call about a group of kids lurking around the Bridgeport cemetery.

When police arrived they spoke to the youths, who were just hanging out.

12:15 AM | Police received a noise complaint from a neighbour about residence on Cedar Waxwing Drive in Elmira. When they arrived they discovered a party with loud music taking place. A warning was issued to the homeowner and the party was moved indoors. Police did not have to return to the address.

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“We are recognizing that we don’t want to keep expanding out into the valuable agricultural areas and we are trying to make better use of what we already have.”

There are many tools and resources available at www.regionofwaterloo. ca/reurbanization. These resources include policies, planning documents, community committees, funding and research with many of the resources being applicable to the townships.

8:30 PM | A horse-drawn wagon heading west on Deborah Glaister Line in Wellesley Township was struck from behind by a 52-year-old Milverton woman driving a Pontiac Sunfire. The occupants of the wagon were thrown onto the roadway. The wagon then went into a ditch. Four of the seven passengers in the wagon were transported to hospital with nonlife threatening injuries and one of the two horses pulling the wagon suffered a broken leg and had to be destroyed. Three victims were treated for possible head injuries, while the fourth was treated and released. The driver of the Pontiac was not injured but was charged with ‘careless driving.’

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More warnings about Canada's housing bubble Amid talk of how changes to Canadian mortgages rules have done little if anything to curb home sales, we’re increasingly hearing about the housing bubble and its (perhaps) inevitable bursting point.

A report this week, building on IMF concerns raised earlier this year, raises doubts about the sustainability of a decade-long upward trend that slowed only marginally during the worst of the 2008 recession, the same one that continues to plague housing prices in the U.S. There are glaring differences between the housing markets in the two countries. Where the U.S. continues to wilt under foreclosures and soft sales – there are, however, recent signs of change – the Canadian market remains hot in many quarters. On average, homes are twice the cost here than in the U.S., though traditionally the two numbers have been at parity.

Even with some easing in Vancouver and Toronto, average home prices are still $733,000 and $517,000 respectively.

None of that sounds sustainable. Some economists and market watchers are waiting on a correction. Still, there are plenty of us who see housing as a safe investment, unlike, for instance, the stock market, which remains volatile. Both markets are a gamble, however, and both were and continue to be heavily manipulated by the financial sector, the very industry responsible for the systematic corruption at the root of our economic woes.

Speculation, of course, is another word for gambling.

When you buy stocks, you’re betting they’ll go up in price (or down, if you’re shorting). Other than securities, there are a host of speculative investments for those willing to take the risk. Speculation also extends to the housing market. This applies not only to people who buy homes to flip them, or farmland in the hope of a future subdivision, but to many who’ve entered the housing market in recent years.

As the bubble grew and prices rose, many buyers overextended themselves, believing prices would just keep rising.

In much of the U.S., the bubble has long since burst, leaving many holding mortgages on homes now worth considerably less than what they owe the bank. Foreclosures followed, and some banks collapsed under the weight of ill-advised mortgages. The intricate house of cards that was built precipitated the financial crisis we see today.

While Canada’s housing market has not taken the same kind of hit, sales and prices did drop a bit before recovering.

Anyone who thought the bubble would continue to expand has neglected history, and the market optimism has proven unfounded.

There’s a simple reality: housing prices do not always go up.

That said, even recent drops in some markets have to be weighed against the big increases we’ve seen in recent years.

The small drops are really only a correction from what was an overheated market fueled by unrealistic expectations.

Even a five-per-cent drop, while noticeable, is minor; we haven’t seen the kind of freefalls that have occurred in the U.S. Price decreases could help those looking to get into the market down the road, but that upside could be offset by the fact credit is harder to come by. Lenders are hanging on to their money, and tightening requirements when they do part with it.

If there is a take-away lesson to be learned when it comes to real estate, it’s don’t take any undue risks. And gambling, which is how we’ve been viewing the housing market, is risky to the core.

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Better buckle up, as there’s more wild weather ahead WORLD AFFAIRS It was 42 degrees C (107 degrees F) in St. Louis, Missouri, last weekend, about the same as in Saudi Arabia. Along the U.S. Atlantic coast, it was cooler, but not much: 41 degrees C (105 degrees F) in Washington DC, just short of the city’s all-time record. And 46 Americans were already dead from the heat wave.

In Britain, it was incredibly wet. Almost 6 cm (2.3 in) of rain fell last Saturday in parts of southern England, and there were over 20 flood warnings and 100 flood alerts in effect. The wettest April ever was followed by the wettest June (more than double average rainfall), and July has started the same way.

Russia had its hottest summer ever in 2010, with peat wildfires raging out of control – more than 5,000 excess deaths in Moscow in July alone – but this summer it’s wet in Russia, too.

July 6, an astonishing 28 cm (11 in) of rain fell overnight in the Krasnodar region in

southern Russia, and flash floods killed 155 people.

It is a big planet, and some local record for hottest, coldest, wettest or driest is being broken somewhere or other almost every day. But these are records being broken over very large areas, in regions where records go back a long time. As Krasnodar governor Alexander Tkachev said: “No-one can remember such floods in our history. There was nothing of the kind for the last 70 years.”

There are very unusual events happening in winter too: last January only 14.7 per cent of the United States was covered by snow, compared to 61.7 per cent at the same time in 2011. At least 300 people died in a cold wave in northern India in the previous January.

One could go on, enumerating comparably extreme weather events in the southern hemisphere in the past couple of years.

But that would just be more impressionistic evidence, and no more convincing statistically. The events are too few, and the time period is too short. But it does feel like something is going on,

doesn’t it?

The most recent opinion polls indicate that a majority even of Americans now accept that climate change is happening (although, being American, many of them still cling to the belief that it is a purely “natural” event that has nothing to do with human greenhouse gas emissions). But opinion polls are not a good guide in these matters either. Can we really say that something serious is happening, and that it is evidence that the climate is changing now?

No, we can’t. It’s a statistical long-shot, but it is possible that this is just a random collection of extreme events signifying nothing in particular. Occasionally a tossed coin comes up heads six times in a row. But usually it doesn’t.

The best way to approach the question is to ask what we would actually see if global warming had crossed some threshold and triggered big changes in weather patterns. The actual change in the average global temperature would be almost imperceptible: only one or two degrees C (2 to 4 degrees F), or the difference in an average

day’s temperature between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. What we would notice is that the weather is getting wild.

We never really experience the climate; what we feel is the daily weather that it produces. A climate that is changing will produce unfamiliar weather – and if it is getting warmer, it will be more energetic weather.

Wilder weather, if you like.

That means hotter, longer heat waves, and bigger storms that bring torrential rain and killer wind speeds.

But it can also mean prolonged droughts as rainfall patterns change – and much more severe winters, like the “Snowmageddon” storm that hit Washington DC in February 2010 and shut down the U.S. federal government for a week.

That last phenomenon confuses people who think colder winters prove that the climate isn’t getting warmer, but complex systems like the climate can produce strange local results. As an article by C.H. Greene and B.C. Monger in a recent issue of “Oceanography” points out, the melting of the Arctic sea ice will DYER | 8

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Their view / question OF THE WEEK

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"With the money going to township coffers, it’s definitely a money grab." Nicole Ingram | page 8 HIS view / STEVE KANNON

Fewer people trumps greater densities favoured by proponents of growth EDITOR'S NOTES London, certainly not the loveliest of Europe’s cities, got a bit uglier last week with the inauguration of a building dubbed the Shard.

At almost 310 metres, it’s the continent’s tallest skyscraper. The glass-andsteel structure – relatively small in comparison to the likes of the Burj Dubai (828 m) and the CN Tower (553 m) and akin to the Eiffel Tower (324 m) – looms over the city and its many historic landmarks. Some have praised the triangular glass building, but much of the response has been critical. I think it an eyesore, but I’m no fan of tall buildings in general and modern ones in particular – there’s at least some redemption in the classic skyline of Chicago, for instance.

London is not in imminent danger of being swamped by skyscrapers – European cities have been much better at maintaining aesthetically-pleasing,

human-scale environments – but it’s still sad to see this kind of development.

Much worse atrocities can be found in Toronto, of course, where the glassand-steel wall blights the skyline and cuts residents off from the lake.

Even Waterloo Region is not immune, as highrise buildings are set to become less novel than was the case. None of the existing stock qualify as pleasant to behold. None of the planned developments, the Barrelyards for example, is likely to change that.

Of course, that’s a completely subjective view. I’m not alone in that opinion, however. There’s lots of ugly architecture, but the problem is compounded when the eyesore is writ large, making it difficult to avoid. We all pay the price for the follies of others.

Which brings me to the issue of increased density and reurbanization (touched on in this week’s issue) that is at the core of both provincial planning policy and the sole surviving rationale – however dubious – for Waterloo Region’s light rail transit

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low-income neighbourhoods, the kind of core areas sliced through by rail lines, drives up prices and drives out those with lower incomes, precisely those who might actually use public transit.

Those with money to invest in such properties do well. Those displaced, well, they don’t fare so well. And everybody else pays for the over-budget and underused transit system courtesy of their taxes.

The approach adopted by the region won’t provide better transit or be costeffective. It will, we’re told, reshape land-use patterns.

That’s necessary due to the aforementioned sprawl.

In order to curb it, municipalities need policies to limit land use. They need to make developers pay 100 per cent of the costs of expanding: all the roads, all the infrastructure, all the soft costs. That’s not going to happen, so we get sprawl and we all pay for it. By going along their current route, municipalities end up sending mixed signals: encouraging sprawl, and then punishing those who live in those newly-devel-

oped areas.

The goal is admirable.

Compact, mixed-use communities modelled on the best of European examples would be ideal outcomes, countering the North American suburban expanse that’s been the norm for several decades.

There’s a big if, however, as the gamble – let’s be clear, they’re planning to spend a great deal of your money on this bet – remains something of a long shot.

In Europe, densities are higher and people live within an easy walk or bike ride of most of the amenities of daily living. Because most communities developed before the advent of the automobile, they’re very much people-centric as opposed to the car-centered towns and cities of North America.

People actually do walk and cycle as a means of transportation, not just recreation. Public transit is convenient and well used.

In short, the antithesis of how we do things here.

Living there, you can quite easily do without a car.

Of course, vehicles are more expensive, gas prices

astronomical and parking spaces limited, putting a real damper on the kind of automobile enthusiasm seen on this side of the pond.

The kind of development endorsed by the province’s Places to Grow legislation and embraced by LRT proponents here, would be wonderful if what we got was something comparable to the old towns of Dublin or Paris or Munich: striking architecture, walled courtyards, terrace gardens, narrow winding streets, local shops offering freshbaked bread, quaint cafés and small walk-up office buildings with brass plates announcing the names of doctors, lawyers and architects.

Trouble is, that ideal isn’t likely to translate here, the land of vinyl siding, asphalt and big-box retail.

In all the talk of more human-scale communities, there’s no mention of aesthetics. For me, that’s the make-it-or-break-it part of the equation: our ugly built environments foster neither pride of place nor kannon | 8

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scheme. In short, we’re told to expect more highrise buildings, like it or not.

Proponents say increased density is needed to deal with a growing population. The alternative is more sprawl and loss of farmland. Those are two things to avoid. A better alternative – a shrinking population that would eliminate such pressures entirely – is never discussed. It goes against the Ponzi scheme that is our economic system. Instead of falling housing prices to decrease demand, which beyond-the-pale thinking in official circles, we’re supposed to shrink the supply of land even as we pump in more people to increase demand.

That’s a fairly widespread economic stance, one that planners want to apply to the LRT. The results will largely be negative. As I’ve pointed out before, property values have increased along transit lines established in other cities, though the density issue has met with mixed results. What has happened, however, is that gentrification of previously

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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY

One in eight young people around the globe will be unemployed this year. That amounts to 75 million people between the ages of 15 and 24, a rate six per cent higher than five years ago. Overall, the youth unemployment rate will hit 12.7 per cent.

“Corn really only has one opportunity to flower or to pollinate . . . it’s not like corn can grow throughout the summer and throw out an ear whenever it feels like it.”

More than $125,000 was raised in the first annual Dan Snyder Memorial Golf Tournament, held July 13, 2004 in Elmira. Some 148 golfers, including Dan Snyder's former Atlanta Thrashers teammmate Dany Heatley and Tragically Hip members Paul Langlois and Gord Sinclair, took to the links at the Elmira Golf Club.

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Rural Affairs, notes rainfall is crucial in the next week or so if the province's farmers hope to salvage the season.

Dyer: But is it climate change?

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cause colder winter weather in the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere.

“Since the dramatic decline of Arctic sea ice during summer 2007,” the authors point out, “severe winter weather outbreaks have periodically affected large parts of North America, Europe and East Asia. During the winter of 2011-12, an extended and deadly cold snap descended on central and eastern Europe in mid-January (with temperatures approaching -30 degrees C) ... By midFebruary, the death toll had exceeded 550.”

How does melting Arctic sea ice cause colder winters? Much of the solar heat

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absorbed by the ice-free parts of the Arctic Ocean in the summer is released into the air by evaporation in the autumn. The higher atmospheric pressure in the Arctic weakens the Jet Stream, which allows cold Arctic air masses with a high moisture content to spill out into the middle latitudes. Hence colder winters and more snow in the U.S., Europe and northern Asia.

You can’t prove that all this means we are sliding into a new and steadily worsening climate right now – that the long-threatened future has arrived.

The statistics aren’t good enough to support that conclusion yet. But if you have to put your money down now, bet yes.

kannon: Less is more Continued from | 7

a desire to be out on foot, interacting with the place where we live something to enjoy in its own right. It’s going to take a monumental effort at creating something better to get us out of the suburban model: Shifting from our box of a house to our box of a car to the box where we shop and the box where we work. The insides may be nice and comfortable, as we shut out the

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Township selective in dealing with noise problems To the Editor, I read with interest that the issue of industrial noise, which could be detrimental to a proposed subdivision, had brought a favourable OMB decision to industrial Elmira, Woolwich Township and the Region of Waterloo.

The OMB agreed with them that residents should not have to be subjected

world and the others who happen to live in the same town, but the shared spaces are not conducive to creating the kind of community envisioned by proponents of a livable city.

What we’re likely to get is the worst of new construction springing up along a transit corridor used by few and creating a major hindrance to the rest of us still trying to get around in a timely fashion.

to noise that occurs many evenings each week at random hours. However, it is ironic to me that the industrial noise that has hurt my quality of life, the enjoyment of my property and economic protection of my home’s value has been ignored for years by B&L Metal Products in Elmira. This despite the wellknown fact, as one councillor pointed out during the 2011 budget deliberations, metal-stamping plants make noise.

Perhaps my concerns have been ignored because the potential for 20 hours of noise a day, at least four days a week, from B&L is not significant enough.

Perhaps it is because the

decibel level for stationary presses can meet a lower provincial standard than other industrial noises.

Perhaps the construction and maintenance of berms or other sound-reducing measures to prevent B&L’s pounding from reaching a few homes is not seen as important or necessary.

Or perhaps I am ignored because there is no desire from the offending industry or local government to be accountable for any bad decision-making and to take responsibility for finding solutions.

I may never know why detrimental industrial issues must sometimes be championed and addressed and why sometimes they are ignored. But I do have a piece of advice for Hawk Ridge Homes: sell the land to B&L Metals, because in the Township of Woolwich they can get around industrial noise issues without any problems.

Heather Sauder | Elmira

Find better uses for dog tag fees To the Editor, Regarding Woolwich’s Township’s plan for Ib. door-to-door sale of dog /$7.69kg. tags, I agree with Bev Ryan’s response to this article (Letters, Observer, July 7/12).

All pets should be licensed. Why can’t the money go towards the pets’ benefit? What about using the money to build a dog park? It would certainly keep people in town, and provide another way to exercise/socialize their pets.

Or a community pet insurance fund? Why do we have to register our dogs each year? Why can’t we register the dog once and it’s done?

With the money going to township coffers, it’s definitely a money grab.

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Woolwich set to ice a Juvenile squad After a year’s absence, former teammates are finding plenty of interest in bid to rejoin OMHA COLIN DEWAR Juvenile hockey is coming back to Woolwich.

It is taking the concentrated efforts of three friends and former Woolwich A Juvenile teammates, Brandon Brubacher, Vinny Vanelwyk and Brent Kron to bring the team back to the ice of the Woolwich Memorial Centre.

The team last played together in the 2010 season, competing in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association, where the season ran through to game five of the finals.

After the OMHA playoff run in 2010 the team was unable to find enough players who were still available or interested in continuing to play, however.

“Like most of the guys I went away to school in the fall. I didn’t get a chance to play hockey that year and I really missed it,” said Brubacher. “I was talking with (Vanelwyk) and (Kron) and we decided to see if we could bring the team back. We all felt we had to get it all going again.”

The three friends contacted former teammates that were still eligible to play to see what kind of interest there was in forming a new team and they received a huge response.

Vinny Vanelwyk (left) and Brandon Brubacher are looking to bring back Woolwich A Juvenile hockey to the WMC after losing the team following the 2010 season. [colin dewar / the observer] Word spread fast and beis confident Woolwich will heard us and offered to coach fore they knew it the boys be able to perform much like us along with Ben Martin,” had enough players interthe 2010 season. said Vanelwyk. “They played ested that they could form a “We have a lot of the same on the OMHA final team and new team. guys from that team back: know how good our team With more than enough they are all good guys. We can be.” interest from players the play ball hockey all the time The team will be playing team now needed coaches. and I know that we will still Sunday nights at the WMC Some older former Woolwich have the chemistry there before the Elmira Sugar players who were no longer to be a great team,” said Kings game. eligible to play because of age Brubacher, who predicts the “The league was very welheard about the team and team will be in the OMHA coming, they loved the idea offered their services. finals this season. of having our team back in “We were all hanging out There can only be six the fold,” said Brubacher. one day, talking about the 20-year-olds on the team and A year off the ice is hard team, and Brian Kron overso far the team has five of for any team but Brubacher

those spots filled. The team will have 17 players, including the two goaltenders.

Tryouts will be held in late August or early September for anyone interested in playing. The age range is 17 to 20 years old.

“We easily have enough guys interested in the team but we are open to having new guys show up and try out for the team,” said Brubacher.

The boys are planning to hold a carwash and barbecue fundraiser for the team on Aug. 11. The money raised will be used to purchase alternate jerseys with the players’ names on the back.

“Since this is our last year it would be great to have a keepsake from our time together on the ice,” said Brubacher of the organizers’ final year of eligibility.

Even though both Brubacher and Vanelwyk will have to move on after the season, they hope the team continues to play in the league.

“I didn’t want to stop playing and most of the guys say the same thing. I am hoping that this will get it going again and the next group of players keeps it going after we are done,” said Brubacher.

For more info. about the team or to register to play in the OMHA go to omha.net.

Minor hockey looking for input on new sweater design COLIN DEWAR Woolwich Minor Hockey is going for a new look next season.

The Woolwich Minor Hockey Association announced this week it wants to phase out the old sweaters in exchange for a fresh

new look over the next few years.

This year the association has committed to purchase 10 new sets of jerseys. Although replacing jerseys after a few years of use is the organizations standard practice, it is an expensive undertaking.

The WMHA will be looking for ways to help supplement the large costs by hosting fundraisers through the association and out in the community. All additional funds raised from these events will directly affect how fast the WMHA can phase in the new look across

the entire organization.

The WHMA is holding a contest for the new jersey design that best represents the association. Any WHMA members interested can submit their own creative look by designing, colouring and modifying a jersey. The organization will be retain-

It was what I would call a typical launch, really – no better, no worse. I walked onto the dock and over to my boat with fly rod in hand. When I got there I spied a mid-sized smallmouth swimming away, so I cast towards it but never got a take.

That reminded me what I was there for, so I stepped into my boat and started it up. I backed out about 20 feet, placed it in neutral and put it in gear.

While I was fiddling with arranging the boat, however, the motor stalled.

A little miffed, I grabbed the pull cord and gave it a hard yank.

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Not wanting to upstage me, the boat drove off another 40 feet or so before the motor choked out.

Since it was closer than shore, I swam towards it.

And when I got to it, I began pushing it towards my

dock.

By the time I had directed it to where I could stand, a small crowd of neighbours had gathered – and many were clapping.

One had the good sense to hand me a bailing bucket, so I stood there bailing out my boat and beaming with pride.

It was then that I noticed that my fly line was still in the water. So I retrieved it and caught a mid-sized

bass – in front of a host of credible witnesses no less.

“I guess this new technique works,” I quipped.

And then I tied the boat to the dock and went inside to dry off.

I only mention this because it demonstrates the difference between a casual angler and a pro. First of all, the former would have never opted for a dive with that degree of difficulty. Instead, they would

have settled for something far less flamboyant like a half-pike.

And that’s fine but dives like those don’t grab the audience’s attention. As every experienced angler knows, anyone can catch a smallmouth bass after doing a simple half-gainer.

Take it from a guy who has fallen out of several boats; if you want to become a legend on your lake, it’s a back flip or

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The problem with this incident is that I have now set the bar very high. The next time I do this, I’m either going to have to catch a 20-inch smallmouth or add a twist to the dive.

Otherwise, I won’t be competitive in the 12-foot, nine horsepower and under, aluminum boat class.

In fact, I’ve recently heard of a kid down the lake who gets incredible height when he leaves the boat and virtually no splash when he hits the water. And though he’s only catching panfish with a spinning rod after he’s pushed his boat to shore, he’s still relatively new at it.

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Ag. minister’s messages welcomed at local roundtable Albrecht hosts discussion between Gerry Ritz and local farmers, industry leaders

Heady times for farmers mean big deals ahead

STEVE KANNON Local agricultural leaders came out of a meeting with the federal agriculture minister feeling optimistic about an industry that’s currently enjoying stable funding.

In the area for a stop last week that included announcing a $1.5-million loan guarantee for Martin’s Family Fruit Farm, Gerry Ritz took part in a roundtable discussion of federal agricultural policies, receiving input from local farmers such as the Breslau area’s Fred Wagner and agricultural industry type such as Craig Schwindt of Floradale Feeds.

The meeting was hosted

by Kitchener-Conestoga MP Harold Albrecht.

“I came away from the meeting encouraged,” said Schwindt, pointing to government plans to cut red tape within the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Less time dealing with paperwork, for instance, means more time dealing with products and customers.

“I was glad to hear of the streamlining of CFIA so that we can work.”

For Wagner, a grain and oilseed producer, a message about investing in research that will help Canadian farmers stay ahead of competitors was just what he wanted to

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Breslau-area grains and oilseed producer Fred Wagner, who farms across some 1,500 acres, said he was encouraged by Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz’s receptive attitude to the advice offered up by local representatives of the agricultural industry at last week’s roundtable meeting. [colin dewar / the observer] hear.

While livestock and cashcrop farmers are having a good time of it just now – the summer’s odd weather notwithstanding – the industry does have its ups and downs, which is where longterm commitment to research can help pay off, said Wagner, adding a healthy agricultural industry means farmers bring in money from the marketplace rather than from government assistance, which is

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needed when times are bad.

Still, “there are always issues concerning our industry,” he added, noting Ritz seemed engaged in the discussion, listening to the input.

“He appeared very approachable and took plenty of time with us.”

In a statement following the meeting, Ritz stressed the importance of farming in Canada’s economy.

“Our government remains focused on creating jobs, growth, and long-term

economic prosperity for all Canadians,” said Minister Ritz. “Through Economic Action Plan 2012, our government is providing targeted investments that help create opportunity for our farm families.”

He pointed to his government’s programs as examples of its commitment to the agricultural sector.

Recent initiatives include a $50-million Agricultural Innovation Program to encourage

the development and adoption of new products, technologies, and processes that enhance economic growth, productivity, and competitiveness. There’s also a $500-million loan program through Farm Credit Canada to ensure that young and beginning farmers can start or grow their businesses.

Ritz also referenced the governments’ “strong and consistent defense”

We can argue all we want about controversial rural-urban topics – food prices, wind power, supply management, globalization and GMOs, among them – and farmers can listen. They should … they need to know what’s on the public’s mind.

But at some point, they have to suspend discussion, plant a crop and feed their animals. They have to figure out how to make farming pay. That might include signing a lease to have a wind turbine on their land, buying more quota (if it’s available), asking what they consider to be a fair price for the food they grow, or using technology to increase their yields. Whatever the case, if they can’t make the business of farming work, the lifestyle – or whatever else they crave about farming – is a moot point.

For farmers, seeing is believing. It’s kind of like test driving a car, a guitar, a new scent versus reading the ads. The ads get your interest. The test drive, however you interpret it, makes the sale.

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Similarly, man-made irrigation ponds and ditches, if they are near public areas, should be fenced.

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Though a variety of gases are released during this process, the type of silo in which the forage is stored is important in determining which gas will be predominant. For instance, in sealed silos both nitrogen and carbon dioxide gases are created but carbon dioxide is produced in far greater amounts. This is desirable because high carbon dioxide levels help to maintain high quality silage At the same time, however, this odorless and colorless gas is dangerous. This gas replaces the silo’s oxygen, and in high concentrations, it gives a person little warning that he is about to be overcome by a lack of oxygen. Sealed silos are usually designed in such a way that entering them is unnecessary.

A variety of gases are also formed in conventional or open-top silos with nitrogen dioxide being the most abundant. This highly toxic gas is characterized by a strong bleachlike odor and low lying yellow, red, or dark brown fumes.

Unlike carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide levels reach a peak about three days after harvesting and rapidly begin to decrease thereafter, particularly if the silo is ventilated.

The gas actually starts forming within hours of the material being ensiled. After two weeks it is unlikely that more gas will be produced, although some hazard remains if the gas has not been able to escape the silo.

A farmer might breathe the gas without noticing any serious ill effects and then die in his sleep hours later from fluid collecting in his lungs.

Like carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide is heavier than air. Because of this, as it is produced it tends to settle right on top of the silage or flow down the silo chute and collect in the adjoining feed rooms or other low lying areas near the base of the silo. Gas may even flow into the barn itself and become trapped in corners, under feed bunks, or lie low against the floor. The threat that this poses to livestock is a serious one.

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And in farming, sales are good. Thanks to buoyant crop prices and, to an extent, healthy livestock prices, farmers as a whole finally have some money. They’re in the buying mode, not only replacing outdated equipment but investing too in new technology such as robotic milking systems and satellite-assisted GPS steering on their tractors.

The latter helps ensure that when, for example, farmers plant a crop, their rows are true and that they don’t overlap or conversely veer too wide and miss any ground. Either miscue can cost them

money in lost production, especially as farms keep growing and here’s so much more ground to cover.

Seeing this kind of leading edge equipment in action is why they come from across the country, and even from the U.S. and Europe, to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, just outside Woodstock.

When it’s heady days for farmers, likewise it’s heady days for the farm show, whose team is based in the University of Guelph Research Park.

The privately-owned show, now under the guidance of Canada’s leading agricultural publishing company, prides

itself in being a demonstration show. Tillage, milking, you name it.

That’s a point of difference that makes it unlike any other in Canada. It’s not a county fair or an event that caters to curious urbanites. Those venues are certainly needed.

But they’re not Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show.

To show the tight focus of its scope, consider its limited run. The show opens its doors to visitors for just three days a year, each September for the past 19 years. But during that short time it still manages to draw upwards of 43,000 people.

Throughout the rest of the year – now, in particular,

as crops are reaching for the sky – employees and exhibitors are engaged in readying onsite plots and barns where companies can show farmers how their products work. The near side-by-side comparisons are unparalleled.

Exhibitors believe in it.

Exhibit space at the show, which attracts about 725 exhibitors, has been sold out for the past three years. That’s the case again for this September, according to the show’s communications lead, Ontario Agricultural College graduate Stefanie Nagelschmitz.

“Farmers like seeing demonstrations live,” she says. “It’s fine to see

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of Canada’s supply management system, a point noted by Schwindt, who was also encouraged by the science-based approach the government espouses.

“Our government will continue to promote science-based trade rules for our farmers, producers, and processors so farmers

in Kitchener-Conestoga and all of Canada can earn their living from the marketplace,” said Albrecht. “We are constantly listening to farmers to ensure that the next suite of agriculture programs focus on innovation, market access, and regulatory reform that supports a sustainable future for Canadian agriculture.”

Ritz pledged continued efforts to open, reopen, and expand market access for Canadian farmers and producers, who last year exported agriculture products valued at more than $44 billion. In that vein, trade agreements are a priority.

Both Ritz and Albrecht invited feedback on government reviews of its agricultural programs,

designed to ensure they stay relevant.

As the outlook for the agriculture sector is positive, with many commodities currently experiencing record high incomes and showing strong growth prospects, the time is right to make sure that agriculture programs are having the greatest impact on the future, said Ritz.

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AUCTIONS AUCTION SALE OF tractor, machinery, household effects, antiques and miscellaneous items, to be held at 6525 Concession 1, Puslinch Twp. (401, south on Townline Rd., east on Con. 1) for Glenn & Yvonne Frosch, on Wednesday, July 18th @ 4:00 p.m. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.

FRI. JULY 20 at 7:00 PM - Property auction of a 2 story legal non conforming duplex with one apartment being fully renovated. To be held at 4 Albert St. in Norwich for Veranda Property Investments Inc. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555. www.jantziauctions.com ANNUAL CONSIGNMENT AUCTION sale of horses, horse drawn machinery,equipment, quilts, antiques, furniture, and miscellaneous items, to be held at the farm of James Streicher 6455 Rd. 140 Perth East Twp. (2 miles southwest of Milverton) for the Milverton area Amish School fund, on Saturday, July 21st @ 8:30 a.m.

Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519699-4451.

AUCTIONS SAT. JULY 21 at 8:30 AM -17th Annual Milverton Area Amish School Fund Auction of horses, quilts, horse drawn machinery, antiques, household, and misc items to be held 1/2 mile south of Milverton and 2 miles west of Rd 140 #6455 at the farm of James and Marie Striecher.

Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-6563555. www.jantziauctions. com PROPERTY AUCTION OF 11/2 storey house, to be held at 4442 Main St. in Newton (Line 72), for Barbara & the Late Jake Schmidt, on Wednesday, July 25th @ 7:00 p.m. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.

AUCTION SALE OF Household effects, antiques, and miscellaneous items, to be held at the K.W. Khaki Club, 2939 Nafziger Rd. 2 miles south of Wellesley or 2 miles north of Philipsburg, for Ray & Marianne Schlegel, New Hamburg & additions, on Thursday, July 26th @ 10:00 a.m. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.

AUCTION SALE OF brick bungalow on 2.62 acre country lot, cube van, zero turn mower, household effects and miscellaneous Items, to be held at 1728 Wilby Rd. Wilmot Twp. (1 mile north of St. Agatha or 4 miles west of Waterloo), For Jamie and Bev Mellish, on Saturday, July 28th @ 11:00 a.m. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.

AUTOMOTIVE 1993 DODGE 3/4 ton Cummins Turbo diesel pickup. 5 speed manual and posi track rear end in excellent condition. $3000 o.b.o. 519-669-2669.

F350 PICKUP & 30’ Trailer.

2006 quad cab F350 super duty powerstroke diesel with 6.8L, Triton V10, 6 speed manual, with 350,000 kms.

Trailer is 30’ Weberlane trailer with beaver tails. Would be willing to sell separate. Would consider selling them safetied. Asking $22,500 o.b.o. together. Call 519-669-1733.

RENTALS 36 MEMORIAL AVE. 2 BR APT. Sept. 1. Only $825 + utilities.

Newly renovated. BBQ for tenant use. Coin operated laundry. Call 519-744-3711.

APARTMENT FOR RENT downtown Elmira. One bedroom, $650/mth + hydro. No smoking, no pets. Responsible individuals only need apply as retail store below is priority.

References required. Email billnorris@rogers.com for more information.

COTTAGE FOR RENT on Lake Huron north of Sauble Beach.

Great weeks still available. www.rentmycottage.snappages.com

Sale to be held at

#7213 LINE 86, WALLENSTEIN Approx. 6 kms West of Elmira

SATURDAY, AUGUST 4TH AT 10AM Accepting Good Consignments Very Competitive Commission Rates

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RENTALS ELMIRA - 2 Bedroom apartment for rent Available Sept. 1st, on main floor with attached garage. With in unit laundry, new laminate floors throughout.

Washer, dryer, fridge & stove supplied by landlord. $1,200 mthly including utilities. Phone Mildred Frey 519-669-1544. Cell 519741-6970.

ELMIRA - NEWER one bedroom. Close to downtown Elmira. Ideal for retired person or working individual. No pets, no smokers please. Available Aug. 1. $650/mth + utilities.

Call 519-669-2212.

COMM/ INDUSTRIAL FOR RENT 1,100 SQ FT of office space for rent in Elmira.

4 separate offices (one large, could be used as a boardroom). One storage room, could be converted to another office. Please contact gary@thurtransport.com or call 519-6693991 for details.

ELMIRA STORE 1560 sq. ft. plus unfinished basement with shelving - front & rear entrances, move in condition. $1175.00/mth plus utilities and taxes. Suitable for retail or office. Phone Allan 519-669-8074 or Paul 519-669-8582. Email allanpoffenroth@gmail.com

COMM/ INDUSTRIAL FOR RENT FOR RENT - For Not For Profit Woolwich Township organization or charity.

Older 3 bedroom house about 1300 sq. ft. known as Kiwanis house. Plenty of parking, has central air. Rent will include all utilities and maintenance.

Monthly rent negotiable.

Located near Elmira Memorial Centre (arena & pool) KIWANIS HOUSE could share with other “not for profit” group or charity. Email allanpoffenroth@gmail. com

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE - Sat. July 14, 5 Cedar Waxwing, Elmira.

8a.m. - 12 p.m. Student desks, household, toys, 10 stacking chairs, hand painted flower pots, and more!

GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, July 14, 99 Northside Dr. St. Jacobs, 8 a.m. 2 rm tent, lrg shade canopy, dishes, sleeping bags, wood clothes racks, fans, boys skates, old dolls, blankets, dog cage, desk, chairs, tripod...lrg Xmas tree, dble & qu. mattress.

LARGE YARD SALE Saturday, July 14, 71 Florapine Rd. (beside Floradale Public School). 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Gift items/new & used items.

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REAL ESTATE LISTINGS

THIS WEEKS FEATURE PROPERTIES! Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

3 Arthur St. S., Elmira | 519-669-5426

NEW LISTING

OPEN HOUSE - Sunday July 15, 2-4 P.M. 10 Eldale Rd., Elmira

$799,000 $415,000

Paul Martin

IMPRESSIVE

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT

519-503-9533 www.homeswithpaul.ca

EQUIPPED FOR 2 FAMILIES!!

Elmira - This home is equipped for 2 families! Front and side entrances, separate garages, separate laundry rooms, separate bathrooms, living rooms and 2 huge kitchens. Fantastic opportunity for large family/families complete with 7 bedrooms. Perfect for the hobbiest 3 car garage & detached 4 car garage/workshop. Large yard 87x250ft over looking farm land just steps to golf course. MLS 1225049 Call Paul or Alli direct.

$500.00 donation will be made to WCS Family Violence Prevention Program with every home bought or sold by Paul in Woolwich.

$437,500 SOUGHT-AFTER PARK AVE LOCATION!

A donation of $300.00 will be made with any home bought or sold through Alli or Bill.

Alli Bauman SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Century brick home full of original character with modern updates.

Features original maple hardwood, separate dining room, wood fireplace in family room, gas fireplace in master bedroom and a fully finished basement, private yard with deck and patio area. Central to schools, ball diamonds, Recreation Complex and downtown. True front porch living at its best!! MLS 1231098 Please call Bill or Alli direct.

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

$315,000

$515,000

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BACKS ONTO GREENBELT!!

SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOM

Elmira - Beautiful 2 bedrooom bungalow

Elmira - Prestigious, mature corner lot in desirable birdland. Executive home with main floor living rm. and family rm, separate dining room and fully finished basement. Walkout from eat-in kitchen to deck overlooking pool and beautiful treed yard.

MLS 1231478 Call Alli or Paul Direct!

featuring main floor master bedroom with ensuite, main floor laundry, and walkout to deck off living room. Second bedroom and optional office just off rec room. MLS 1231498 Call Paul Direct!

CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT

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519-577-6248

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Bill Norris SALES REPRESENTATIVE

CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT

519-588-1348

www.elmiraandareahomes.com

OUTSTANDING AGENTS. OUTSTANDING RESULTS.

$338,000 LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Elmira - Bungalow on spacious corner lot in mature neighbourhood. Central to all schools. This updated bungalow is perfect for a young or retired couple.

Featuring: newer kitchen with french door leading to bright living room with fireplace, hardwood throughout. The finished basement is complete with big rec room, office, bathroom and bedroom. MLS 1227545 Call Paul direct.

$539,000 LUXURIOUS

Drayton - Luxurious, custom built home loc’d in quiet area. 3100sqft +

huge fin’d bsmnt. Spacious kit designed w/cooking & entertaining in mind!

Unique & exceptional home, spacious but still makes you feel right at home. Beautiful sun rm w/hot tub overlooking fabulous private yrd w/gazebo, pond & waterfall, beautifully gardens. Stamped concrete drive & lg patio w/retractable awning. MLS 1218027 Call Alli or Paul direct.

$241,900

$349,000

RETIREMENT AT ITS BEST!

BIRDLAND BACKSPLIT WITH POOL!

Elmira - This well maintained 1 1/2 storey single detached home features main floor bedroom, bathroom & laundry, A/C, all appliances and a 16ft x 24ft detached garage/workshop.

Ample space is yours with the main floor addition and added basement. MLS 1224745 Call Bill or Alli direct.

$299,000

FANTASTIC CONDO!

Waterloo - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo features

fabulous sunroom, 2 fireplaces, ensuite, and large walk-in closet in master. The big living room/dining room is equipped with a lovely built in sidebar. Bright dinette surrounded by windows. Convenient underground parking. Automatic membership to Willowells Club. MLS 1221386 Call Paul Direct

street, central to all schools. Finished rec room with gas fireplace. Large covered deck overlooking the refreshing in-ground pool and perennial flower beds.

MLS 1228155 Call Alli or Paul direct.

$275,500

LOOK NO FURTHER!

Kitchener - Whether you are starting out or ready to retire, this cheerful bungalow has everything you desire. The fresh decor will have you feeling right at home the moment you walk-in the front door. Just steps from Breithaupt Park & trails, schools, public transportation and all amenities. Updates include carpeting in basement (May 2012), Furnace (2004), Roof (2007), all windows replaced, updated electrical - 125 Amp, freshly painted. MLS 1224289 Call Bill or Alli direct.

LOOKING TO BUILD? WE HAVE THE LOT. DO YOU HAVE THE PLANS?

Bring them to us and we will price them for you.

Will build to suit your needs and wants. MLS 1214447 Call Paul direct.

FOR RENT. WITH REAL INVESTMENT YOU WILL SEE A REAL RETURN. MAKE THIS SPACE YOUR NEW HOME. ADVERTISE WITH US TODAY.

.5 acre don’t miss this chance to enjoy sunrises and sunsets. Within 40 minutes KW, or Guelph.

High speed internet is available with fibre optic. Starting at $73,500 MLS COUNTRY LOT

GREAT CORNER LOT IN BIRDLAND!!! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 2 storey home is perfect whether you are starting out or looking to downsize. Features include upper level loft, hardwood and ceramic throughout kitchen and dining room, unspoiled basement and fully fenced yard with shed. Appliances included. $295,000 MLS

ADDRESS: 3 Arthur St. S., ELMIRA • DIRECT: 519-503-2753 EMAIL: leonmartin@remax.net

FRESH NEW LOOK!

Elmira - Now professionally painted w/neutral. This spacious & extremely well kept home is complete, w/mf laundry, master 2pc ens, sep DR, lg bright LR w/hardwood flrs & huge window. Fin’d basement incl: RR w/wood burning FP, 3pc bath, bedrm, den/office or 5th bedrm possibility & lr workshop. Fabulous big yard great for your family or entertaining. MLS 1217714 Call Paul direct.

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LEON MARTIN

DUPLEX IN A SMALL TOWN, earn some extra income live in one and rent the other one or rent out both and have an income property. This is a former back split, the one unit has 3 bedrooms, the second one has 2 bedrooms. Nice and roomy with a big backyard. $294,900 MLS

$359,000

Elmira - Well-kept 3 bedroom backsplit on a quiet

Solid Gold Realty (II) Ltd., Brokerage | Independently Owned and Operated

BUILD TO SUIT

ELMIRA - 3bdrm, 2baths birdland bungalow backing onto farmland on a family oriented st. From the welcoming eat-in kit, to the oversized LR, to the gorgeous master w/walkout , this home is bright & spacious. Add in the huge unfinished basement, beautiful covered patio & well-kept yrd complete w/shed, this home is everything you are looking for!

MLS 1231378 Call Alli or Paul direct!

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REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Elmira@royallepage.ca | www.royallepage.ca/elmira Elmira Real Estate Services Independently Owned & Operated, Brokerage Cell: 519-741-6970

90 Earl Martin Dr., Unit 1, Elmira N3B 3L4

519-669-3192

When you buy or sell your home with us, part of our commission supports women’s shelters & violence prevention programs.

Lovely older home with lots of character. Stained Glass. Woodwork is new look-alike original, lovely rear yard and on a mature Street with shade trees. Very quiet. Great Front Porch Living.

Call Mildred Frey to view. MLS 1221850

Bonnie Brubacher Shanna Rozema Laurie Langdon Jason Shantz Broker of Record

Broker

Sales Representative

OPEN HOUSE: SAT. July 14, 2-4P.M. 39 Dales Drive, Drayton

OPEN HOUSE: SUN. July 15, 2-4P.M. & Thurs. July 19 4-6P.M. | 22 Knapp Rd., Elmira

GREAT STARTER HOME

PRICES STARTING AT $322,900

Broker

1 ACRE COUNTRY PROPERTY!

17 Park Avenue W., Elmira - $419,000

$369,900 PALMERSTON.

ELMIRA.

$184,900. DRAYTON. Great starter home offering a new gas furnace, new roof and deck! Freshly painted kitchen, appliances included, walkout to fenced yard backing green space, 3 bdrms, 2 baths. MLS

ELMIRA BUNGALOW

Older home with old tyme charm. Needs updating. Great for first time home buyer. Quiet town. Huge yard, almost country.

Cosmetic main floor bedrooms upstairs. Recent new windows and roof. Handy man with foresight to create a profit. MLS 1228247

Model offered for sale at $365,000 including upgrades & quick possession! Choose from other two storey plans or bungalow plans.

Quality features include gas fireplace, ceramic floors, rounded corners, gorgeous kitchens, ensuite baths and much more. Come and see for yourself or call for further details.

COMPLETELY FINISHED!

Situated on paved road just outside of Palmerston (near hospital), 12 year old bungalow offers attached double garage, partially finished basement with walk-up to garage, hardwood & ceramic flrs, detached shop. MLS

4 BEDROOM RAISED BUNGALOW

MARYHILL 25 ACRES

5 Whaley Ave., Milverton - $159,900 Small Fitness Business 10 years old, well known Franchise.

Business and equipment for sale.

Curves for women only.

Extensive client lit available.

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$594,000 ELMIRA.

$429,900 ELMIRA

Spacious home in one of Elmira’s most desirable cul-de-sac locations on a mature wooded lot . Triple+ driveway, oversized double garage, fully finished basement.

Generous sized rooms through out. Call for your appointment. MLS

Gorgeous custom built home, ceramic & hardwood floors, attractive kitchen w/appliances & island, walkout to covered deck, fenced yard & shed, huge master with ensuite & walk-in, finished basement with large rec. room and custom wet bar. MLS

$279,000 DRAYTON.

Beautifully renovated and decorated home on 144’ lot, maple eat in kitchen with walkout to deck, large living room and lower level rec. room, 2 renovated bathrooms. MLS

$869,000. MARYHILL.

Inviting secluded piece of property minutes to the tri-cities. Pond potential, small barn/shop with good height for horses. Cozy bungalow offer natural hardwood flooring, 3+ bedrooms, 3 baths, walk out basement, inground pool off familyroom/kitchen. MLS

5 - 112 Oriole Parkway., Elmira - $50,000 NE

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Bored living in the City

or just looking for the ideal retreat. This 4 acre property might just be what you are looking for. Located only 15 min N/W of Elmira and 30 min from Kitchener-Waterloo. Peace and serenity at it's best. Gorgeous bungalow designed to highlight family living.

Large deck and walk out basement completely finished overlooking the treed setting and shop. This is a well maintained home with large eat-in kitchen with modern decor throughout. Main floor laundry and large rec-room in basement. Shop is 25 X 40 with cement floor, hydro, water & wood pellet heat stove heating. Drilled well and Septic System in front yard to allow for a pool in rear yard if desired. This is a one of a kind property inclose proximity to Guelph, Elmira, Kitchener, Waterloo, Elora & Fergus Call Mildred Frey to view

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LET OUR 50+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE WORK FOR YOU! MOVE-IN CONDITION! - Reno’d bungalow w/open concept kitchen/ LR and DR. 2 remodelled bthrms.

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QUIET COURT - great family home.

4 level backsplit w/large country kitchen. 3+1 bdrms. Hardwood flrs, Remodelled bthrms. Large lot. Close to all schools, park & rec centre. New MLS $365,900.

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3 Arthur St. S. Elmira • www.remaxsolidgold.biz YOU’LL BE IMPRESSED - with this lovely fam. rm addition. Oversized dining area. Main flr. laundry, bathrm. and master bdrm. Huge rec. rm. w/high ceiling. 2 bdrms upstairs.

Newer doors, windows, furnace & deck. Long driveway. A short walk to downtown. MLS. $265,900.

BUILDING LOT - in the village of West Montrose. Build your own dream house on .35 acre lot bordered by trees and backing to farmland! Municipal water supplied. 87’ of frontage. MLS. $199,900.

COUNTRY RETREAT -on 12 acres overlooking the countryside.

Exceptionally well built. Gourmet kitchen, open concept. Covered patio. Enjoy the view of the pond from several rooms! TRIPLE garage.

Everything you’d expect and then some! MLS. $899,000.

WEST MONTROSE- Only 2 blocks from the covered bridge! Huge lot backs to farmland. Detached dble. garage/workshop. Large kitchen open to den. Main flr laundry.

Main flr. master bdrm. Sunroom. 3 bdrms. Gas heat. Unspoiled bsmt.

Oversized garage. MLS. $279,900.

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In Professional Centre from varying sizes of 144, 168, 856, 1,008 and 2,400 s/f. Most are ready to move in.

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FAMILY ALBUM BIRTH NOTICE

BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

Riley Laurence

Happy 1st Birthday

Officially a Teenager!

Happy 80th Birthday

March 23, 2012

Callie O’Donoghue!

Katelyn and Kevin Martin of Alma are happy to announce the safe arrival of their son Riley Laurence, born March 23, 2012 at 5:26am, weighing 8lbs and 4 oz. Bragging rights go to grandparents Jim and Carolyn Schill of Wallenstein and Larry and Karen Martin of St. Jacobs.

We knew you were coming for nine months and we fell in love with you in seconds. Your smile lights up our days, your laugh lights up our nights. We couldn’t have asked for a more amazing year or a more incredible girl. We love you Callie!

OBITUARY

OBITUARY

Happy 13th Birthday Nicole!

Love Mom, Dad, Cassandra & Colin

Evan Woods

Please join the Woods family in celebrating Evan’s 80th birthday!

Sunday July 15th 1:30-4:00pm at the Elmira Legion.

Best wishes only please

OBITUARY

OBITUARY

Farr, Marion Grace

Snyder, Mervin B.

Snyder, Naomi

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 8, 2012 at KW Health Centre of Grand River Hospital in her 89th year. Marion (Collins) Farr was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth Farr (2000). Loved mother of Marilyn (Don) McIntosh of Drayton, Jerry (Brenda) of Woodstock, Wayne (Barb) of Kelowna, BC, Larry (Renee) of Elmira, Debbie Farr of Elmira, Cheryl (Ed) Martin of Cambridge, and Tom of Waterloo; and mother-inlaw of Sharon Farr of Elmira and Marg Farr of Stittsville. Dear grandmother of 15 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. Also lovingly remembered by her sister-in-law Audrey MacDonald and her family. She was predeceased by her parents Margaret and Lionel Collins, brother Frederick, son Russell (2010), daughter Colleen (1975) and daughterin-law Dawn (2005). Marion Farr was a longtime member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Elmira Branch #469. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation for relatives and friends was held at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 from 1-4 p.m. Interment followed at 4:30 p.m. in the Elmira Union Cemetery. In memory of Marion, donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

January 18, 1920-July 9, 2012

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at the KW Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, in his 85th year. Edgar S. Martin of Hawkesville was the beloved husband of Rebecca (Martin) Martin. Loved father of Pauline (Noah) Weber, Murray (Gloria), Ruth Anne (Cecil) Bauman, Neil (Rosanne), Sharon (Gerry) Martin, Shirley (Irvin) Bauman and Steve (Julie). Dear grandfather of 22 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Brother of Ella Shantz, Eldon (Beatrice), Leonard (Eileen), Verna (Rufus) Gingrich, Elsie (Laverne) Weber; and brother-in-law of Wilma Martin. He was predeceased by his parents Alvin and Elizabeth Martin, sisters Alice and Irene Martin, brothers Elmer and Alvin Martin, brothers-in-law Aden Martin, Sydney Martin and Abner Shantz, and sister-in-law Almeda Martin. Edgar was the owner of Edgar S. Martin Ltd. in Wallenstein for 45 years and was actively involved at Wallenstein Bible Chapel. The family will receive their relatives and friends at Wallenstein Bible Chapel on Sunday, July 15th from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and on Monday, July 16th from 1 p.m. until the funeral service time of 2 p.m. at Wallenstein Bible Chapel. Interment will follow in the Hawkesville Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or Wallenstein Bible Chapel Building Fund. The family would like to thank Dr. Donna Ward and the Care Partners Team for their care and support during Dad’s illness. Arrangements entrusted to the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira.

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at Hospice Wellington in Guelph in his 84th year. Mervin Snyder, of Elmira, was the beloved husband of Irene (Bauman) Snyder. Dear father of Eldon (Kathy), Clarence (Judy), Marlene Goerz, Delford (Lea Ann), Maurice (April), Carolyn (Alf) Griffin, Gordon (Elly); beloved grandfather of 16 grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren; dear brother of Aden (Verna); brother-in-law of Beatrice and Alicia Snyder, Stan Cressman and Carl Sleeper. Also remembered by the Bauman and Robinson families. Mervin was predeceased by his first wife Eileen (Bauman) Snyder (1991), his second wife Beulah (Robinson) Snyder (1999), daughter Rhonda Snyder (2006), sonin-law Donald Goerz (2002), his twin brother Irvin in infancy, and siblings Verna White, Cleason Snyder, Melinda Utz, Hettie Sleeper, Laverne Snyder and Vera Cressman. Mr. Snyder retired as an electrician. He was part of a group that founded the Elmira District Association for Community Living. Mervin was a member of Woodside Bible Fellowship and formerly was a member of Waterloo Mennonite Brethren. The family received relatives and friends at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service was held at Wallenstein Bible Chapel on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at 1 p.m.

Interment has taken place in Elmira Mennonite Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Hospice Wellington, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society. The Snyder family would like to thank care partners for the loving care provided during Dad’s illness.

Peacefully passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012 at Heritage House, St. Jacobs. Naomi (Markby) Snyder, age 92 years, of Elmira, was the beloved wife of the late Amos M. Snyder (July 15, 2008).

Dear mother of David and Marie Snyder of RR 2, Elmira, Merle and Karen Snyder of Forest, Janet Neeb of Stratford, Cathy and William Tkaczuk of Elmira, Jerry and Kim Snyder of RR 1, Breslau, Marion and John Meyer of Cambridge.

Also lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Ben (Kim), Steve (Kim), Kelly (Kevin), Mike, Laura (Ian), Angie (Todd), Jennifer, Mandy, Bill (Elaina), Tara (Andrew), Shawna (Chad), Stacey, Katie, Riley (Mat), Keenan, Kelsey, and by her 20 great-grandchildren. Sisterin-law of Irene Markby of Michigan.

Naomi will be fondly remembered by the Snyder family. Predeceased by her parents James and Ruth (Basing) Markby, son-in-law Bruce Neeb, and brother Bob Markby. The family received their relatives and friends at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira on Thursday, July 12th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service was held at the Bloomingdale Mennonite Church on Friday, July 13th at 11 a.m. with Pastor Barb Smith-Morrison officiating followed by interment in the Bloomingdale Mennonite Cemetery. In Naomi’s memory donations to Bloomingdale Mennonite Church Building Fund or Heritage House–St. Jacobs would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. A special thank you to all the staff of Heritage House for the excellent care Naomi received. Mom was very dedicated to her family and she will be remembered by all as a caring gentle soul.

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STAG AND DOE

50th Wedding Anniversary

Stag and Doe for

Bob and Cay Seim

Erin Lusty & Brian Thornton

MUNICIPAL | REGIONAL PUBLIC NOTICES

The Township of Woolwich is accepting applications for the position of

Full Time Facility Attendant 1 with the Recreation & Facilities Services department.

Married July 21, 1962. Open house for family and friends at Knox Presbyterian Church, 20 Quebec St. Guelph, on Saturday July 21 from 1-4 pm. Best wishes only.

Saturday July 21st 8pm-1am.

Lions Hall, Elmira. Games, Food, Prizes

Happy 50th Mom and Pop!

$10.00/ ticket advance, $15.00/ door

THANK YOU

Thank You!

Deadline: Friday, July 27, 2012

THANK YOU

Thank You Thank you to our family and friends for making our 40th Anniversary open house a memorable day.

Marg & Ed Burrows

Thank you to our many friends and relatives for making our 50th anniversary so special. Thanks for coming to our celebration party and for the many cards, gifts and best wishes. We treasure your friendship. A special thanks to our precious kids Lesley, Jeff, Stephen and Laura who gave us this wonderful memory.

A complete job information can be viewed on the Township website: www.woolwich.ca under Job Opportunities.

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Paul and Judy Martin

REMEMBER AND CELEBRATE LOVED ONES

Thinking of Getting Married?

The Township now has Officiants available for civil marriage ceremonies, including evenings and weekends at your location or ours. Call 519-669-6005 for details or check out our website at www.woolwich.ca DEATH NOTICES ANDERSON, HENRY L. (HANK) | Went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at his residence in Wellesley.

KOMER, RENE | Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at the KW Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, at the age of 94. Local relatives are her so Kerry Komer and his wife Judy of Elmira.

KRESS, MARGARET WANDA (NEE KUNTZ) | Peacefully, on Sunday, July 8, 2012 at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital in her 90th year. Born in Bridgeport, Wanda was a life-long resident of Waterloo Region, living in Kitchener, Waterloo and most recently Elmira.

STORTZ, CYRIL | Passed away at Hamilton General Hospital on Wednesday, July 11, 2012, at the age of 79 years of St. Jacobs.

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LIVING HERE Chef’s table / Dierre And Jacqueline

fundraiser / in memory of their daughter

Looking for some good out of tragedy Escaping the heat in the kitchen

Family of young woman killed in collision to host a fundraiser for KidsAbility July 21 in Maryhill Elena MAYSTRUK Candice Grube Wright was just 20 years old and embarking on a new job when a collision took her life almost a year ago.

Next weekend in Maryhill, family will honour her life with a fundraiser that recognizes the young woman’s passion for helping others.

The Atwood woman and her sister Beverly, 15 at the time, were walking to the Listowel Fair on July 17, 2011 when they were struck from behind by car.

Beverly suffered only minor injuries, but Candice died at the scene.

“She was on the outside so she got the brunt of the hit: she was killed instantly. Her sister just had scratches and stitches here and there, she wasn’t seriously injured. Just a driver not looking at the road, and he hit them,” explained her mother, Loretta Wright.

Since losing Candice last summer, Loretta and her husband Will Wright started thinking about a tribute to their child, opting for a memorial fundraiser with proceeds going to KidsAbility, a development centre for children with disabilities.

“She was always helping kids out with Girl Guides and we figured it would be a good idea to raise some money for KidsAbility in her memory,” said Will Wright, whose band will be playing at the event July 21.

In advance, stay-athome mom Loretta has been trying to spread the

RECIPE NOTES

West Montrose’s Loretta Wright holds a photo of her daughter Candice Grube Wright, killed last year when she was struck by a car. word, answering what must be difficult questions about her daughter.

Her daughter, she said, enjoyed volunteering, charity and extracurricular activities that included a long-standing passion for working with children. A dedicated Girl Guide leader, Candice was a recent high school graduate with a rewarding full-time job at a local nursing home.

“She loved her job; she always talked about how

much she loved her work.

I didn’t hear any complaints out of her. Actually, you didn’t hear too many complaints out of her about anything – she was a pretty happy-golucky kid,” she said.

Plans for a fundraiser in her name began to take shape last year after Candice’s funeral, following an initial suggestion from Will Wright’s father.

Family connections and Candice’s love of working

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with kids made the organization an obvious choice for a donation born out of loss and a talent for music.

Wright’s niece spent a couple of years at KidsAbility and the family thought the organization would make the best out of any donations generated by the fundraiser. Wanting to get back together with his country rock group, Will will be playing on stage in honour of Candice at Maryhill Place on Charles

Street East at 8 p.m. on July 21.

The significance of this date was serendipitous for Loretta. While trying to schedule a time that would be convenient for family and friends, she realized something poignant about the day of the fundraiser: “There wasn’t [a significance] at first when we booked it, but I just

Hot. Hot. Hot! This time of year cooking with simplicity is absolutely necessary. My goal is to not turn on the oven! Being a chef that is a very difficult task! At the end of the day a light refreshing meal makes for a happy family and mom!

Entertaining in the backyard simply means grilling ... as much as possible. Thankfully we have pots of tomatoes, herbs and greens ready to harvest. Pizza Bianca is a great choice, pizza dough rubbed with olive oil and grilled to bake through.

Snip arugula, basil, spinach, cherry tomato off the vine and crumbled goat cheese...yum! Add a grilled steak or chicken breast and dinner is almost done.

Grilled peaches, fresh raspberries, and vanilla yogurt finish this lively meal. No oven required!

Foodland Ontario says to expect peaches shortly.

Some stores are carrying them now. Perhaps we will see them in St Jacobs this week? I see another afternoon of making jam in our future!

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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR

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July 20th-July 21st

West Montrose Family Camp

The Dilly Dragon Magic Show with Owen Anderson at 2:30 p.m., at Wellesley Branch Library. This show is recommended for children 5 and up, but younger siblings are welcome. Tickets are $3 per person or two for $5 for each of the special events; everyone attending the show must have a ticket. For more information call the Wellesley Branch Library 519-656-2001.

JULY 13 H.U.G.S. Program – 9:15-11:15 a.m. Meet with other parents to discuss parenting and child health issues. Topic: Children’s Feet and Footwear – what shoe is best? A chiropodist from WCHC will discuss children’s footwear. No registration required. Held at Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Dr., St. Jacobs. Call Heidi at 519-664-3794, ext. 237 for more information.

JULY 18 Stamp Camp – at Elmira Branch Library. Join us from 7 to 8 p.m. for beginner stamp collecting. Free for ages 5 to 105. Space is limited. Event will take place at the library located at 65 Arthur St. S in Elmira. For more information call the Elmira Branch Library at 519-6695477 or elmlib@regionofwaterloo.ca.

JULY 16 Birds of Prey – at Elmira Branch Library. Join us for the Birds of Prey show from the Canadian Raptor Conservancy at 2 p.m. Enjoy free-flight demonstrations and commentary about the birds. This show is recommended for children 5 and up. Tickets are $3 per person or two for $5; everyone attending the show must have a ticket. To purchase tickets in advance, or for more information, please contact the Elmira Branch Library at 519-669-5477 or elmlib@regionofwaterloo. ca.

JULY 19 Children’s Movie Day – 2-4:15 p.m. at Elmira Branch Library. Join us from 2 to 4:15 p.m. for a Children’s Movie Day! Showing will be Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. Tickets are $1 each and every person attending must have a ticket. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Admission includes popcorn and a drink, please no outside snacks. The event will take place at the library, 65 Arthur St. S in Elmira. For more information call the Elmira Branch Library at 519-669-5477 or elmlib@regionofwaterloo. ca.

JULY 17 Imagine music, art, and dance Tuesday, July 17 to Friday, July 20 - Join us at the St. Clements, Linwood, St. Jacobs Bloomingdale and Wellesley Branches for Imagine music, art, and dance with the Imagine TD Summer Reading Club! This free program includes stories, crafts, and activities for children ages 6-12. Join us as we see art, dance, and make music by reading fun books, playing games and making cool crafts. For more information, please email libhq@regionofwaterloo.ca, or contact your local branch. Limited space available.

JULY 20 Family Fun Weekend July 20 & 21 at West Montrose Family Camp. Events: Grand River Amazing Race, carnival midway, silent auction, live entertainment, camping, food, fun casino and outdoor movies under

the stars. Come out for the day or call Deb at 519-6692129 to reserve a camp site for the entire weekend.

Limited spaces available. For more information visit www.familyfunweekend.ca Join in the fun!

Carnival, Silent Auction, Live Entertainment

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JULY 24 Abracadabra Alakazam Tuesday, July 24 to Friday, July 27 - Join us at the Elmira, St. Clements, Linwood, St. Jacobs Bloomingdale and Wellesley Branches for Abracadabra Alakazam with the Imagine TD Summer Reading Club! This free program includes stories, crafts, and activities for children ages 6-12. Join us as learn all about magicians and learn some tricks of our own by reading fun books and making cool crafts. For more information, please email libhq@regionofwaterloo. ca, or contact your local branch. Pre-registration may be required.

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JULY 25 Foster Parent Information Night, 7-8 p.m. Join us for an opportunity to learn about becoming a foster parent. Training, support, and compensation are provided. For more information call Family and Children’s Services 519-576-0540.

JULY 27 H.U.G.S. Program – 9:15-11:15 a.m. Meet with other parents to discuss parenting and child health issues.

Topic: Park Day in St. Jacobs! Meet at the park on Water Street in St. Jacobs. Bring a snack and enjoy the park with other parents and children! Return to WCHC in case of rain. No child care today. Call Heidi at 519664-3794, ext. 237 for more information. A Woolwich Community Health Centre program.

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St. Teresa

Zion Mennonite Fellowship

No God, No Hope; Know God, Know Hope!

Worship Service 10:00am

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Finding The Way Together

Catholic Church Sat. 5pm & Sun. 10am

19 Flamingo Dr., Elmira • 519-669-3387

REACH WITH LOVE. TEACH THE TRUTH. SEND IN POWER. 290 Arthur St. South, Elmira • 519-669-3973 www.ElmiraAssembly.com (Across from Tim Horton’s)

July 15, 2012 Richard Haverkamp

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St. Paul’s Lutheran Church

Worship Service 10am Pastor: Richard A. Frey

Sharing the Message of Christ and His Love 27 Mill St., Elmira • 519-669-2593 www.stpaulselmira.ca

“Our mission is to love, learn & live by Christ’s teachings”

Sunday Sunday Worship: Worship: 10:30 10:00 am am Sunday School during during Worship Worship Sunday School Minister: Rev. Dave Jagger Minister: Rev. Dave Jagger

July 15 Sunday, July 15th, 2012 10:00 AM

“Better Is One Day” SUNDAYS @ 10:30AM Services at John Mahood Public School 5 First St., Elmira • 519-669-1459 www.elmiracommunity.org

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Service at 10:30am Rev. Paul Snow

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Strange but true / BILL & RICH SONES Ph.D.

Like hitting a 100-mph fastball, some things are best done without thinking WEIRD NOTES

Q. Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that secret sidekick helping baseball batters hit a 100mph fastball?

A. Their subconscious mind, which can react faster than their more laborious, sequential thought processes, says neuroscientist David Eagleman, author of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain,â&#x20AC;? in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Discoverâ&#x20AC;? magazine. Do the math and a 100.9 mph fastball -as recorded by â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Guinness Book of Recordsâ&#x20AC;?

for Nolan Ryan in a 1974 California Angels-Detroit Tigers game -- goes from pitcherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mound to home plate 60 feet, 6 inches away in about 0.4 seconds, too little time to consciously trigger and steer the bat.

Actually, most of what we do in life happens with less than full awareness, which is essential for flawless muscular performance, Eagleman argues.

Even just changing lanes with a car involves complexities that defy description. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The best way to mess up your piano piece is to concentrate on your fingers; the best way to get out of breath is to think about

your breathing; the best way to miss the golf ball is to analyze your swing.â&#x20AC;?

To some degree, even kids are aware of this idea, as seen in the poem â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Puzzled Centipede:â&#x20AC;?

A centipede was happy, quite. Until a frog in fun Said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pray tell which leg comes after which?â&#x20AC;? This raised her mind to such a pitch, She lay distracted in the ditch. Not knowing how to run.

Q. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Take me out to the ballgame, take me out with the crowd, buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack ...â&#x20AC;? Try to cite a few facts about these classic ballpark favorites?

A. Americans consume

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so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. We have got you started with a few numbers already placed in the boxes.

enough to express this equation in a simpler form: 5/11 divided by 25/22 = ?

A. To divide by a fraction, you multiply by the reciprocal, or 5/11 x 22/25, which equals 110/275. Now simplify this even more by dividing both numerator and denominator by 55, or 110/55 and 275/55, which reduces to 2/5, or 0.4.

(Brainteaser by Helene Rosenstand in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Science Illustratedâ&#x20AC;? magazine)

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League parks. Cracker Jackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s origins date to 1893, when popcorn makers Frederick and Louis Rueckheim mixed the puffed kernels with molasses and peanuts and unveiled the sweet/salty treat at the 1893 Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fair. A few years later, when they developed a still-secret formula to keep the ingredients from sticking together, a satisfied taster pronounced the snack â&#x20AC;&#x153;crackerjack,â&#x20AC;? slang for â&#x20AC;&#x153;awesome.â&#x20AC;? The first Cracker Jack box with a toy surprise inside appeared in 1912, and since then, more than 23 billion prizes have been given out.

Q. Is your mathematical memory good

more than 600 million pounds of peanuts a year, which are actually part of the legume family, more closely related to peas and lentils than to nuts, says the web site â&#x20AC;&#x153;History of Ballpark Food.â&#x20AC;? Interestingly, some parks now designate special â&#x20AC;&#x153;peanutfreeâ&#x20AC;? games to accommodate fans with severe peanut allergies, who may have reactions to peanut dust in the air.

Raw or roasted, shelled or unshelled, peanuts have been a ballpark staple since the earliest days of baseball. And Cracker Jack, sold in bags now instead of boxes, is still available at all 30 Major

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40. Bananas 41. 30-day mo.

42. Oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own course of action 50. Carbonium, e.g.

51. Dermatologistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concern 52. Away 53. Agenda 56. Emulated Pinocchio 57. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Little ___â&#x20AC;?

58. Warm, so to speak 59. Atlanta-based station 60. Fishing, perhaps 61. Cabernet, e.g.

Down 1. A Mayan language 2. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gimme ___!â&#x20AC;? (start of an Iowa State cheer) 3. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For ___ a jolly ...â&#x20AC;?

4. Parenthesis, essentially 5. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For shame!â&#x20AC;?

6. Poohâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creator 7. Go off script 8. One yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record 9. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fancy that!â&#x20AC;?

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11. â&#x20AC;&#x153;____ Rougeâ&#x20AC;? (a famous cabaret) 12. Baffled 13. Southern European plant 14. Burn up 15. A standing frame 19. â&#x20AC;&#x153;___ Ngâ&#x20AC;? (They Might Be Giants song) 23. Bestow 24. ___ nut 25. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A jealous mistressâ&#x20AC;?: Emerson 26. Chester Whiteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home 27. On, as a lamp 28. Calendar square 29. ___ probandi

30. Workbench attachment 34. Hidden valley 35. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Baloney!â&#x20AC;?

36. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rocksâ&#x20AC;?

37. Rigid, neck ring 38. Marienbad, for one 41. Amazon, e.g.

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