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Loblaw, township reach out-of-court settlement deal STEVE KANNON
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Township supports notion that facilities require grant stream of their own MARC MIQUEL HELSEN
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The No Frills store in Elmira will get its extra parking spaces, as Woolwich Township and Loblaw this week reached an out-of-court settlement. The agreement will see part of the existing residential property to the south severed off to provide additional parking for the cramped grocery store site. The deal follows legal action and an Ontario Municipal Board appeal launched by Loblaw Properties Ltd. over council’s refusal last fall to allow the expansion. In the end, the company got the compromise it proposed at the time: the existing house will be demolished, and a new 19-metre residential lot formed, with Loblaw, through its Doetrail Inc. holding company, required to build a new home within two years. Doetrail’s initial plan for incorporating the property at 244 Arthur St. S provided parking for 191 cars, a significant increase from the current 86. That was subsequently scaled back to 131 to maintain an 18-metre-wide building lot between the parking lot and the next home to the south. At that time, township planning staff countered with room for 114 cars, retaining
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While not on the same level as water, sewers and roads, recreational facilities deserve a place on provincial funding lists, Wellesley council decided this week. Reacting to a report from Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO), councillors debated where recreation fits on the priority list as the township, along with every other municipality, contends with a funding shortfall for upgrading its infrastructure. The advocacy group wants municipalities to send the provincial government a message about the importance of recreation. The request met with mixed feelings in council chambers Tuesday night, however. “Recreation is a high priority, but not necessarily competitive with those other service priorities: hard infrastructure priorities,” said chief administrative officer Susan Duke. “For all of these funding programs, council is asked to set their highest priorities; generally speaking, if you don’t have sewer and water, those become your highest priorities over roads, over recreation, over anything else. We’re fortunate we don’t have that (water and sewer) concern – our next highest priority is our roads and transportation network,” she said. “It would seem to me that maybe a more logical approach would be to have a different source of funding for recreational infrastructure that is separate from the hard services like sewer and See RECREATION page »02
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Cash for conservation authority water-protection plans MARC MIQUEL HELSEN Conservation authorities and municipalities across the province last week received more money to keep water safety studies flowing. The Ontario government recently announced it will inject some $23.2 million to help conservation authorities and municipalities complete the technical studies they are currently conducting
for the purposes of developing plans to protect drinking water sources. The recent grants are part of ongoing provincial support for source protection planning programs. The Lake Erie Source Protection Region, which includes the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA), the Cat Fish Creek, Kettle Creek, and Long Point authorities, will receive $4,257,000. How that grant gets divvied up will depend on
how ongoing studies – different municipalities are at different stages in their studies – develop in the coming years, explained GRCA spokesman Dave Schultz. While uncertain how that money will get divided, Schultz noted he is pleased with the sum. “The province has committed to paying the entire cost of developing a source protection plan, so, they’ve done a good a job so far, assessing what those costs
are and making those funds available.” That money will eventually make their way to municipalities such as Waterloo Region, which is currently conducting studies for its water source protection program. Since the implementation of the Clean Water Act in 2006, the province has been making money available directly to municipalities for the purpose of conducting studies surrounding water
supplies. The investigations include determining the origins of a community’s water supply, how it is replenished, and the identification of any potential threats to that source. The act requires that communities prepare source protection plans that identify potential threats to and protective measures for those water sources. “This is to build a scientific foundation for the Source Protection plan,”
said Schultz. Municipalities and conservation authorities have been joined by property owners, industry, farmers, community groups and the general public as they work on attaining common goals. In Woolwich and Wellesley townships, the studies are being conducted by the regional government. Information gleaned through those investigations will be rolled into the source protection plan.
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water roads and transportation.” Although the municipality has in the past accessed funding grants for recreational and cultural projects, recently it has prioritized what it sees as more pressing projects including the Hawkesville, Greenwood Hill and Weimar Line road reconstruction projects. Coun. Herb Neher supported making this distinction. “I don’t think [recreation] is at the same level … I don’t think that that’s at the same level
as the roads.” In the end, council passed a motion stating that the township “considers that the annual funding for recreation and park infrastructure should be considered a priority along with other infrastructure and requires other levels of government to engage in appropriate future funding programs.” Recreation director Brad Voisin welcomed council’s decision. “People are taking fitness, leisure and culture more and more seriously as the years go on. I think it is an important part of
a healthy lifestyle. With the greater numbers that we see coming out and participating each year in activities around our facilities, it’s growing,” he said. Township recreation programs already run at a substantial annual deficit, and there is little money for capital expenditures to repair, upgrade or replace aging facilities, he noted. Diane English, a communications officer with PRO, said such infrastructure woes are common in at least half of Ontario communities. According to a recent
study by the organization, in 2006 municipalities reported a $5-billion infrastructure deficit in arenas, community centres, and swimming pools alone. “In our study, we found that 255 municipalities – which is more than half of the Ontarian municipalities – have facilities which are going to be shut down imminently if they’re not receiving some capital upgrades very soon,” she said in an interview. And while crumbling infrastructure degrades over time, so to do the amenities that afford
Ontarians the spaces to remain engaged in healthy and active lifestyles. Crumbling recreational infrastructure also threatens youth and community programs. “The more opportunities there are for youth to be involved in their communities in meaningful ways … the more engaged they are.” In that vein, the province has recently com-
mitted $61 million for sports infrastructure through the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative (MIII). “That’s pretty significant. And that’s a good start. It’s not what we feel is needed on an annual basis … ,” said English, noting that municipalities have so far supported the organization’s initiative, but need to make their voices heard at Queen’s Park.
Lions deliver Linwood funding
With the support of the community behind them, the Linwood & District Lions Club, in partnership with the Linwood Fundraising Committee, earlier this month presented Wellesley Township council with the final payment of $63,330.31 to cover the public share of the new Linwood Recreation Centre.
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“She is a change-maker and she does it in a very humble, nonbrash kind of way.”
Shakil Choudhury
ECO-IMPACT Rebekah Parker shows off her recent Student Achievement Award for prose writing beside a river near her home Monday. The environmentally-conscious 17-year-old found out this week she will receive a $5,000 PHOTO | marc miquel helsen university entrance grant from the 2008 Toyota Earth Day Scholarship program.
Her green outlook pays off
Conestogo’s Rebekah Parker wins scholarship in recognition of her dedication to environmental issues VANESSA MOSS As the world celebrated Earth Day this week, Conestogo’s Rebekah Parker enjoyed her own environmental achievement, a $5,000 Toyota Earth Day Scholarship. She was chosen as one of four Ontario and 15 regional winners who demonstrated dedication to environmental issues, service to their communities, strong academic achievement, and a capacity for leadership. The entrance scholarship will allow Parker, 17, to attend the University of British Columbia in the fall, studying history, philosophy and literature to start. “It takes a bit of the financial burden off and it definitely has allowed me to say, ‘OK, now I don’t have to worry about the money aspect as much and now I can pick where I think I will be best suited; I think B.C. has a lot of environmental opportunities for me.”
Winning this prize culminates many years of hard work for Parker, who attributes much of her passion for the environment to her father, Paul, a professor in the faculty of environmental studies at the University of Waterloo. The family’s home is solar-powered, all the family members are vegetarians and they buy local and organic food if possible, Parker said. “It’s always been a part of my lifestyle and then I’ve been involved in major events, environmentally.” Some of these opportunities included attending an international environmental conference at the age of 12 and helping organize a youth peace-building conference at Camp Kawartha last year as part of the Pearson Seminar on Youth Leadership. Parker used the knowledge she acquired at that seminar to develop a similar conference on the environment at her school, Cameron Heights Collegiate Institute in Kitchener. “Rebekah is just such an incred-
ibly motivated and committed young woman,” said Shakil Choudhury, program manager for Anima Leadership, who worked with Parker on the peacebuilding project. “What I have seen with her is that she just has a profound commitment to people, a profound commitment to making things better in the world and she’s just a super eager learner. Then, once she learns something, she really moves with it.” As a member of the Roots and Shoots environmental and social awareness group, Parker has held conferences, workshops and fundraisers both in and out of school with the goal of helping “people, the environment and animals.” “She is a change-maker and she does it in a very humble, non-brash kind of way,” Choudhury said. “People are just going to look at her as someone who is reliable and someone who’s got integrity and someone who has a big heart and I think that she will make positive change wher-
ever she goes.” True to his modest description of her, Parker said she was happy to receive the scholarship, but could not have achieved it without the help of her Roots and Shoots team. “I decided that since I’ve been involved [with the group] that I might as well try to see if I get lucky.” The Toyota application involved writing an essay – hers was on deforestation – providing a reference letter from the school and one from a leader in the community (Choudhury) and answering a question about how the candidate plans to use his or her experience and leadership skills in the future. “I feel like I have a good sense of how to convey a message across to the public effectively, so I think that will definitely help. I plan to remain active in the environmental community throughout university and probably beyond that too,” Parker answered. In her opinion, the best way to help See SCHOLARSHIP page »08
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» FROM THE EDITOR | STEVE KANNON
Making a case for a less car-centered community One of the most striking things about travelling in Europe is the sheer volume of two-wheeled traffic, motorized and otherwise. Along with cars tucked into anything resembling a parking spot, bicycles and scooters can be found in uncountable numbers. On a single stroll, you’ll likely see more bicycles, parked or in transit, than you’ll see all year around here. There are many reasons for this, of course. Denser cities make getting around by foot and by bike much easier, as does the more temperate climate. The price of cars and fuel make alternatives more desirable. Crowding means smaller is better when it comes to a vehicle for getting around. Theirs is a culture accustomed to walking, biking and public transit. And the older cities were not built around automobiles, as opposed to what we find in North America. Policies actively discourage automobile use, particularly in city centers. I found the differences really hit home in Munich, where bicycle lanes, complete with traffic signals, line many of the streets adjacent to sidewalks. In fact, it involved some adjustment to avoid straying into bike lanes while walking on the sidewalks – the ubiquitous bicycle bells providing reminders. Because of sprawl and car-centric design, our communities are largely un-
friendly to pedestrian and bicycle traffic. While I’m as car dependent as the next person, there is something attractive about the lay of the land of most European cities (of course, they’re also generally far more aesthetically appealing than anything you’ll find here, but that’s another issue). We walk and bike less often here, largely because it’s neither safe nor convenient to do so. And that’s not just perception: our car-centric planning in North America makes it much safer to travel by car than by foot or bicycle. In the U.S., statistics show fatalities are 36 times higher for pedestrians and 11 times higher for cyclists than car occupants per kilometre travelled. Car-meets-pedestrian accidents have that kind of outcome. While Canadians are more active than Americans – we cycle about three times more often than they do south of the border, for instance – the numbers are nothing like what you’d see in Europe. Where walking and cycling account for about six per cent of trips in the U.S. and about twice that number in Canada, the figures compare poorly to the likes of Germany and Austria (35 per cent) and to front-running Netherlands, at almost 50 per cent. Those differences and remedies needed to bring North Americans more in line with Europeans have been the core area of study for John Pucher, a professor in the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University in New Jersey. Cultural differences aside, planning
policies in North America are very much to blame for the limited walking and cycling we do here, he argues. “Land-use and housing policies that promote low-density sprawl, for example, generate long trip distances that make walking and cycling impractical. High-speed roadways, narrow or nonexistent sidewalks, inadequate street crossings and the absence of bike lanes obviously discourage walking and cycling,” he says in a study published in Transportation Quarterly. Over the past dozen years, Pucher’s research has focused on walking and bicycling. His international analysis has included Australia, Canada, the USA, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark and several other European countries. The main objective is to determine what American, Canadian and Australian cities could learn from each other and from European cities to improve the safety, convenience, and feasibility of non-motorized modes of travel. Working toward European levels of
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walking and cycling would make us healthier, make roads less congested, improve city centers and save us a great deal of money. By comparison with Europeans, Americans (and probably Canadians as well) get much less exercise, he notes in a recent presentation. The main difference between Americans and Europeans in their overall physical exercise levels is the much higher rate of walking and cycling in Europe. Americans have much higher rates of obesity, hypertension and diabetes. Europeans have longer healthy life expectancies although they spend less than half as much as Americans for health care. “The best way to increase physical exercise among Americans and Canadians is to promote safe and convenient walking and cycling for daily urban travel. “Europeans have developed extremely effective policies that could be easily adapted in American and Canadian See EDITOR page »08
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Where are you from? Born in St. Marys, spent the summer holidays there, but grew up in Waterloo. Who started this business? “My brother and I. He went off on his own a while ago; he does trucking now and is semiretired.” Do you have children? “One son in the business.” What did you do before you started this store? “I did some sales.”
What do you like about your work? “Meeting people, but I have trouble remembering names now which is so important.” How have you set up your store? “We are trying to make it as close to home living as we can.” Do you have any hobbies? “Work is my hobby; the wife has to drag me away.” Where do you like to go on vacation? “We like Buffalo. There is a nice hotel there, I think it is called the Garden Hotel, and Salvatore’s Restaurant. We like to go there and relax.”
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Green light for Canadian Tire Watch for construction to begin later this year on a new Canadian Tire store in Elmira’s south end, as Woolwich council this week approved the changes needed for the project to proceed. The zoning change allows developer Forecast Inc. to reshape some of the commercial parcels on its 8.5-acre site to accommodate a 35,000-square-foot Canadian Tire store, which would sit on approximately three acres. A gas bar and convenience store are included in plans for the property adjacent to the current Price Chopper store. Another commercial building on the site – known as Elmira Market Village – will likely house a restaurant, said director of engineering and planning Dan Kennaley. The remaining portion of Forecast’s lands could also be home to a restaurant, permitted under the applicable industrial zoning. The company hopes to have the Canadian Tire store open before the end of the year.
Noise bylaw exemption for Relay for Life The Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event, to be held in Maryhill in June, got some support from Woolwich council this week when it approved a noisebylaw exemption for the charitable group. Hundreds of participants will work in teams of 10 to march around a track for a 12-hour period beginning at 7 p.m. June 20 and wrapping up at 8 a.m. the following morning. The Maryhill Palace Conference and Recreation Centre on St. Charles Street will host the fundraiser. The exemption granted by council allows for a sound system to play music in the early part of the evening. Last year’s event saw the Waterloo Region unit of the society raise more than $440,000 for the cancer research and support programs.
Cashin’ in at the slots
Centre Wellington Township this week got its hands on a cheque for $488,048, the latest installment of its share of revenues from slot machines at the Grand River Raceway. The payment represents five per cent of the revenues generated in the fourth quarter (January to March). To date, the township has received more than $7.4 million in non-tax gaming revenue since the operation was forced to move from Woolwich Township. Slots at Grand River Raceway opened on Dec. 4, 2003. Since that time, it has attracted more than 2.7 million visitors.
» MANY HANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK
A HELPING HAND Some 500 people supported the Mennonite Central Committee this week as it held its 12th annual meat canning initiative at the Elmira Produce Auction Cooperative in Elmira. The 24,000 cans of turkey meat will now be shipped to countries in need of food, mostly in Africa. Below: Marty Frey isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty to help those in need.
MCC volunteers exhibit can-do spirit Meat-canning blitz sees hundreds do their part to help provide food needed in Africa VANESSA MOSS A steady stream of volunteers canned 40,000 pounds of turkey meat at the Elmira Produce Auction Cooperative this week as the Mennonite Central Committee held its 12th annual canning initiative. Roughly 24,000 cans will now spend 30 days in incubation before being shipped to povertystricken areas, mostly in Africa. “It’s to send the meat over [there] to feed the hungry people there,”
explained Earl Martin, volunteer coordinator. “Some of them would starve [without it].” About 500 canners started Monday and spent four days preparing the cargo. They worked from 5 a.m. to about 10:30 p.m. in shifts, using turkey thigh meat from Cold Springs Farm in Thamesford that was precut at the University of Guelph. The canning station used this week is mobile, allowing it to travel throughout the United States and Canada.
This is the last stop for the unit that has already made a tour of 38 U.S. locations, as well as stints in Winkler, Manitoba and Leamington, Ontario over the winter. Martin explained that the Elmira 10-member committee continues to support the program because the benefitting countries are in such dire need of assistance. Having once sent the meat to North Korea, the group now focuses on Africa, where restrictions are less stringent, making it easier to get the food to the people.
The event has been well attended over the years in response to letters sent out by the committee asking local groups to take part, Martin said.
“This meat canning has been going on for over 50 years, so we’re just continuing on with the project,” he said, highlighting the cause’s motto of “Together we can.”
Local students in good voice Riverside and Breslau PS contingents to take part in annual Kodaly Festival VANESSA MOSS The halls of Riverside and Breslau Public Schools have been filled with the sounds of difficult music this year as students prepared for the 21st annual Kodaly Festival May 6 at the Centre in the Square. Kodaly (pronounced “ko-die”) will see 20 Grade 4, 5 and 6 students from Riverside and 24 from Breslau join some 300 singers on stage; 300
other students will perform May 7. “It’s an awesome opportunity to celebrate the arts,” said Jennifer Densmore, a music teacher at Riverside. “The arts are really, really important and it’s a chance for the kids to share their love of music with others and I like to encourage that.” The children will be accompanied by an orchestra made up of local teachers and administrators from the
Waterloo Region District School Board, along with a guest choir from the Kitchener-Waterloo Collegiate Institute. Former music teacher Charles Payette will conduct for the second year in a row, leading the groups in a challenging repertoire, said organizer Mark McMath. All 30 school choirs involved have been diligently practicing to learn and memorize the same 18 songs, some of which are in foreign lan-
guages. “It’s a long-term commitment so, it’s kids that [are] keen and interested. It’s not just your typical little choir that sings at Christmas,” Densmore said. The songs vary from modern to classical, with some pieces written in Italian and French. Songwriter Gary Ewer composed an Ontario folk song specifically for the festival, “Hurry Up Harry,” which, along with “Hymn to Free-
dom” by Oscar Peterson, will make up the finale: always a crowd favourite. “My mom comes every year just to listen because she loves the concert,” Densmore said. When the festival was first created, the region’s public school music programs were run by music specialists trained in the Zoltan Kodaly methodology of music education. (A Hungarian composer who created the “do, See FESTIVAL page »08
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The Cooking Ladies set off on another cross-country adventure, planning to cover 14,000 kilometres Armed with years of experience, gourmet cooking skills, a penchant for creativity, and a hunger for adventure and fun, The Cooking Ladies are set to take Canada – and Elmira – by storm as they kick off their “On The Road Tour,” a 14,000-kilometre trek to Home Hardware Stores from Orillia to Osoyoos. Lamont Mackay and Phyllis Hinz, known as The Cooking Ladies, are food columnists, restaurant consultants, and cookbook authors. As Home Hardware’s official kitchen experts, the ladies will visit some 30 Home Hardware outlets across the country, trying out appliances that will later be raffled off, the proceeds of which will go toward local charitable organizations. In Elmira, the charitable beneficiary will be the Waterloo Women’s Crisis Centre. On May 3, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m., the pair will entertain local audiences with their extensive gastronomic knowledge and colorful personalities. “They’re such fun,” said Nelson Hudes, who handles communications for the ladies. “They’re always entertaining and lively, and will do whatever it takes. They just love having a lot of fun, but at the same time they get the job done. They really work hard, and they know what they’re doing.” To get to where they have to go, Hinz and Mackay will be driving in style: a
ON THE ROAD The Cooking ladies will visit Elmira May 3 during one of some 30 tour stops across the country. They’ll be offering up some tips for summer drinks while helping to raise money for a local charity.
40-foot RV, with a Ford Explorer in tow. “We fight over driving the big beast,” quipped Mackay as she and Hinz handled an interview from their appliance test centre in Blenheim, near the shores of Lake Erie. “We both want to do it all the time. So, we had to make a rule, especially when we’re on the road going places: if one person drives into an RV park, the next day it’s the other person’s turn to drive out, otherwise we were arguing over whose turn it was,” she laughed. Since meeting in a poetry class at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver more than 20 years ago, White Rock’s Mackay, who was a teacher at the time, and Stratford’s Phyllis Linz, a creative writing student, have ful-
filled their twin loves of cooking and writing many times over. The two have co-owned restaurants – including the former St. Jacobs establishment the Melting Pot – co-authored some eight cookbooks, and penned countless articles and columns. It all started when the two adventurers returned from a nine-month trip to Europe, penniless. For the next 20 years the restaurateurs and consultants would collaborate on numerous projects within the Kitchener-Waterloo area. It wasn’t until the tragic death by asthma of a young friend and business partner who was only 28 that the two women decided they needed to choose another route. And so they chose the way of the
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road. “We said ‘life’s too short’ and that’s what pushed us to make a change,” said Hinz. “We sold our houses and we sold most of our stuff and our businesses, we bought a 40-foot motorhome and we just decided to see where the roads would lead us,” she said of the 1998 decision. “And so the roads have led us to this,” said Hinz of a life of constant travel that has taken them all over North America – from the Arctic Circle and the Northwest Territories to Newfoundland, Vancouver Island, Texas and California. Two places to which they haven’t yet seen, but expect to visit some day, are Hawaii and Nunavut. “We haven’t been to Hawaii, only because the motorhome doesn’t float very well,” Hinz quipped. For their book Let’s Get Grilling with the Cooking Ladies, a Canadian BBQ cookbook covering all of the country’s provinces and territories, the two had their Waterloo butcher fly in a caribou roast from Nunavut in order to represent that area. While the ladies concede that the transient lifestyle of being on the road can be hard on relationships, they note that there are certain bonuses to making friends all over the continent. “We can always go back because we have wheels on our house,” Hinz laughed. To learn more about the tour, visit www.thecookingladies.com.
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the existing house on a lot 27 metres wide. Council ultimately opted for the status quo, prompting the legal fight. The settlement ends that battle, though the formality of an OMB hearing, likely May 23, remains before any work can proceed at the site. Current plans call for a total of 125 parking spaces. While the company got its additional parking area, the township held out for concessions it considered crucial to the deal, said chief administrative officer David Brenneman. Topping the list were the retention of a viable residential lot with a house, and the township’s ownership of a
one-foot buffer strip between the grocery store site and the new residential property. That provision eliminates the possibility of creeping expansion. “We wanted to make sure, long-term, that’s going to remain a residential lot,� he explained. Woolwich also capped the size of the store at its existing dimensions. Recognizing the decision was a compromise, a cost-benefit analysis made a settlement more desirable than spending in excess of $100,000 to hash out the details in court, he said. “Council was confident that, based on what was achieved, the greater community good was preserved and protected.�
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the environment is to make small changes. “The biggest issue right now is working with people to show them that it’s not hard to be environmentally-sensitive – that it doesn’t require a dras-
tic change of lifestyle and that everyone can be green if they want to.� Parker also has an interest in world water supplies, more specifically bottled water companies drawing from aquifers in third-world countries.
She wrote a prose piece about the issue and recently won a Marion Drysdale Student Achievement Award for it. That $300 prize went toward a digital SLR camera. With all the success she
has already enjoyed in her lifetime, Parker has big goals for the years ahead and Choudhury said he thinks she will continue to thrive. “She’s just really inspiring to other people around her.�
Editor: Benefits of walking and cycling Âť From page 04
cities.� To reach his goal, we need to adopt European measures to make walking and cycling safer, including traffic calming of residential neighborhoods; mixed-use zoning
and improved urban design; restrictions on motor vehicle use; auto-free zones covering much of city center; wide, well-lit sidewalks with benches and plants; bike paths and lanes with exclusive rights of way; and inter-
section modifications that minimize dangers for pedestrians and cyclists to cross streams of traffic, among others. The changes he proposes would make for improvements beyond cities that are pedes-
trian friendly – as the feel of European centers certainly dictates. Something to contemplate seriously in a week when we encouraged kids to walk to school for the benefits walking and cycling bring.
Festival: Showing passion for the music Âť From page 05
re, mi, fa, so, la, ti, do� training tool). As part of that curriculum, the board created the mass choir to allow certain
students to expand their skills beyond the regular teachings, McMath explained. The concert was designed to allow musi-
cians to come together in celebration, he said. Now, 21 years later, the 600 children involved continue to demonstrate that passion for music,
and Densmore hopes the festival lives on. “I’m really passionate about the arts and I think it’s important that kids are too.�
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It’s that musical time of year Diesel spill poses no risk Musicians prepare for the Kiwanis Music Festival MARC MIQUEL HELSEN Music and melody will fill the halls of Woodside Bible Fellowship starting Monday, as the Elmira and District Kiwanis Music Festival kicks off. From Apr. 28 to May 2, music students aged five and up from Waterloo Region’s four townships will perform in the annual competition. Last year’s event drew some 150 musicians who were involved in 400 performances. For more than two decades, the festival has given music students the opportunity to perform before knowledgeable and professional adjudicators who provide them with feedback. As well, there’s a chance to pick up trophies, kudos
and scholarships. The festival also promotes music within the community and provides a great learning opportunity for all those involved – students, parents and teachers – said Erin Coffey, a member of the Elmira Music Teacher’s Association and the Kiwanis liaison and syllabus committee. Participants at the festival will perform in a number of classes divided according to grade level, age, and musical ability. A wide variety of music genres will be covered, including baroque and contemporary. Open to the public, of particular interest this year will be the popular ensemble classes, held from 3-6 p.m. most days. As music teacher Jackie Wall noted, these
classes are fun for all those involved. “Ensemble playing, it’s a lot of fun; it’s a blast. “They’re so turned onto this playing in groups; it’s just a blast. Kids that don’t really practice, it really means a lot to them and we have so much fun at rehearsals.� While the annual festival will feature many of the regular classes, a number of surprises are also on tap, including balloon popping during one of the performances. “That will be really cute,� said Wall. A final recital, The Stars of the Festival concert, will be held on May 3 at 2:30 p.m., at which the trophy winners will receive their awards. Scholarship winners will also be announced.
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April 15
9:50 AM | There are no suspects but an investigation continues in connection with a break-and-enter at a camp on Hessen Strasse in Wellesley Township; computer equipment was stolen. Entry was gained through the back door.
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April 16
11:49 PM | A bull was severely injured after it ran into the path of an eastbound vehicle on Hawkesville Road near St. Jacobs. When police arrived on the scene they found that the driver, a West Montrose man, was not harmed, although his vehicle was demolished. The animal was euthanized by its owner.
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April 17
8:30 AM | A resident of Oriole Parkway in Elmira reported a stolen vehicle. A 1995 Honda was taken from the area some time overnight. Its plate bears the marker BAZK 0909. Police have a suspect in mind. 11:42 AM | An Elmira business reported the loss of a service vehicle plate bearing the marker 720 OTT somewhere in Elmira. 1:50 PM | A boy’s multispeed mountain bike was found in the 2900 area of Kressler Road in Wellesley Township. It had been there for a period of 48 hours and may be claimed by its rightful owner at Division 3A in Elmira. 2:54 PM | A trailer plate bearing the marker E74 27C was reported missing. 5:25 PM | Police received a report that a severely intoxicated man was stumbling home while yanking a puppy on a leash in the area of Flamingo Drive in Elmira. Officers caught up with the individu-
al as he returned to his residence, found the puppy in good health, and then made sure that both returned home safely.
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April 18
7:15 AM | Nothing appears to have been taken from a vehicle that was broken into and rummaged through while at a residential address in St. Jacobs. 10:00 AM | A small slick of oily product, possibly from a feed truck, appeared to have been inadvertently dropped in the area of Line 86 and Katherine Street North near West Montrose. The mess was cleaned up by a Waterloo Region works crew. 6:03 PM | The gas bar at Wagners Corner in St. Jacobs was the site of a $75 gas drive-off. A license plate number – Y02 291 – was obtained. At the time it appears a male driver and a male passenger were in the vehicle. It later turned out that the vehicle had been stolen from Conestoga Mall: the blue GMC pickup was last seen on King Street travelling towards St. Jacobs.
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April 19
6:14 PM | Police were notified by a resident of Weberlyn Crescent in Conestogo that two men had been looking through area garages and backyards. Police obtained a description and when they arrived on scene the two suspected individuals were located. It turns out they were employees of an energy company canvassing the area for business. The individuals were advised to make sure their identification cards were visible, and not to look through garages, or backyards in the future. 10:17 PM | A report of two youths climbing onto the roof of St. Teresa School in Elmira brought police to First Street West. It
Two youths were dealt with under the Youth Criminal Justice Act Apr. 21 after being linked to some garbage bin fires at St. Jacobs Public School. Police had received information from maintenance staff at the school that garbage fires had been sparked some time overnight. Speaking with a senior student at the school, police determined that another young student at EDSS may have been responsible. A young male was subsequently arrested; when interviewed, he implicated the former St. Jacobs PS student. There were no major damages. Both will be attending a fire safety counselling session at the St. Jacobs fire station. appears the youngsters, wearing black at the time, had been retrieving balls. They were not located by police. 10:51 PM | Police received a report that a cyclist was lying down on the side of the road in the 6600 area of Line 86, close to Northfield Drive. When police arrived they found an intoxicated 18-year-old man on the ground with a cut above his left eye. He was taken to Grand River Hospital, where he was stitched up and released. He was then taken home, where his parents were informed of the incident and his activities that night. There were no charges.
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April 20
1:04 PM | An anonymous complaint of youngsters racing lawnmowers along the Kissing Bridge Trail in Elmira brought police to that location. When they arrived on scene, officers saw evidence of the allegation. Witnesses pointed out where the alleged perpetrators lived; police followed up and spoke with their respective parents. A warning was issued. 1:30 PM | A white, 26-inch Kranked mountain bike was stolen from an address on King
Street North in St. Jacobs. There are no suspects.
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April 21
7:20 AM | A report of erratic driving brought police to the area of Benjamin and Kressler Roads near St. Jacobs. When police eventually caught up with the driver, they found his vehicle in the ditch near the Wilmot township line. The Kitchener man appeared to have been impaired while driving due to the effects of prescription medicine. No one was injured. There were no charges and the vehicle was moderately damaged. 8:20 AM | An artiste appears to have been on the loose in Elmira as three residences on Church Street West were tagged with graffiti. At the first residence a blue vehicle was tagged with white paint; a front bay window at the second home was tagged; and a black statue of a horse was tagged at the third home. There are no suspects. Anyone with relevant information is asked to notify police. Though no suspect was found, a spray-paint lid was retrieved and sent to the ID branch. 11:41 AM | A school resources officer arrested a 16-year-old boy at EDSS in connection with a bicy-
cle theft; he was held in custody pending a show-cause hearing. 1:04 PM | Hauser Hall in Heidelberg reported the theft of two iron urns. Stolen from the front of the business, the objects have a value of $800. There are no suspects. 11:53 PM | A resident of St. Jacobs notified police that two young males were carrying lumber down King Street in St. Jacobs. They appeared to have been coming from Home Hardware. Police soon determined that the wood was actually scrap, some of which bore a “wood for free” sign. The youths, who were planning on using the lumber to build a skate board ramp, were advised to do such work during the day so as to not arouse suspicion.
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April 22
9:52 AM | A validated plate appears to have gone missing some time within the previous 48 hours. It bears the marker 158 3TP. 12:07 PM | An employee of the Elmira Pool reported that a large brown garbage can and a blue recycling bin had been removed from the pool area last week. 1:06PM | A lawnmower, with an estimated value of $700, was stolen from a Water Street, St. Jacobs storage shed. There are no suspects.
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April 23
12:36 AM | Police received almost simultaneous reports of broken windows in the area of Centre Street and Memorial Avenue in Elmira. In the first incident a rock was thrown through a front window, waking up the residents. In the second, a slab of concrete was
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In a fix over infrastructure cash There’s no doubt municipalities are hardpressed to find money for the slew of infrastructure projects most must contend with, from aging water pipes to crumbling roads and bridges. The infrastructure deficit runs well into billions. It was with that in mind that Wellesley council this week weighed in on similar shortfalls in funding for recreational facilities. As noted, it’s difficult to argue in favour of spending on, say, a new community centre when there are concerns about water quality and the safety of overpasses. Still, such facilities are an integral part of our communities, and the front line in what we’re told is a major push to overcome obesity and failing health by getting us to be more active. That was the impetus of the province’s $2-million grant for the Woolwich Memorial Centre, for instance. As with other infrastructure projects, recreation supporters are calling on the provincial and federal governments to provide increased and ongoing funding to cash-strapped municipalities. Calling oneoff grants and programs inadequate, they want a guaranteed slice of taxes such as the GST.
Municipalities should expect a bigger share of the revenues collected by senior governments. Looking to fix its fiscal situation, Ottawa downloaded costs to the provinces. In Ontario, particularly during the Harris years, the province in turn passed down the expense of many programs to the municipalities, with an inadequate share of the money to fund them. Over time, that decision put an increasing amount of strain on municipal budgets, and communities were hard-pressed to deal with immediate costs, let alone stockpile reserves for the replacement of aging infrastructure. Big-city mayors are leading the charge for more money. As the Queen’s Park capitulation to Toronto – however ill advised – shows, the larger centres have some clout. Smaller municipalities, such as Waterloo Region’s townships, feel left out of the debate, and may end up with the crumbs if the pie is divvied up for the cities. Small communities such as Woolwich and Wellesley have very little power – a small population means fewer voters, perhaps too few to warrant throwing cash our way. The small population base, however, is spread out over a comparatively large
» VERBATIM
geographical area, making large demands on municipal infrastructure budgets for such things as roads and bridges. Ironically, while Woolwich and Wellesley will receive much less funding, the cost per metre of road maintenance is no less in the townships than it is in neighbouring Kitchener or Waterloo. It costs as much to span the Grand River here as it does in the cities, yet $1 million, for instance, means much more to a township budget than it does in the cities. Certainly larger cities have larger problems: a bigger population demands all kinds of services, and puts increasingly larger strains on municipal infrastructure … and on city coffers. But real needs exist in rural townships. At Woolwich council this week, there was a brief discussion about grants and how they’re doled out, with an emphasis on reducing the hoops municipalities must jump through in order to secure funding. A fair formula for distributing funds should be devised, with individual communities left to decide their spending priorities. If the goal is to secure more money for municipal infrastructure, then the little guys deserve a break, too.
» THE MONITOR
“It’s the right of kids to play in the grass ... without compromising their health.”
For the first time since 2001, the average amount spent on a new motor vehicle sold in Canada fell from the previous year. On average, drivers spent $31,723 for a new motor vehicle in 2007, down 2.0% from $32,386 in 2006.
Premier Dalton McGuinty tightens rules on pesticide use
Statistics Canada
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» HARD TALK | RAFE MAIR
Environmental movements not the same-old, same-old I get the sense that environmentalism is back, having been away since the early ’70s. Those were the days of the beehive burner, black liquor from pulp mills into rivers and the discovery that pesticides could be very bad news indeed. It was the age of Rachel Carson, who in 1962 published the blockbuster “Silent Spring,” a book that made us all look for the first time in wonder at pesticides such as DDT. It was the era when ads touted that “More doctors smoke Camels than any other cigarette,” making us all think, “Good God! All those years medical men and women who were supposed to cure us and keep us away from bad things were giving themselves cancer! How come they didn’t warn us about this lung cancer bit?” That environmental era, with the consumer protection age along with it, withered but didn’t die – quite. But it went out of fashion. Between then and now there was a lot of courageous action. In a time when the public started hearing terms like “eco-terrorist” for plucky people who were ramming illegal whalers (which they still do), saving old- growth forests and marching for peace on the grounds that, amongst other things, nuclear explosions were bad for the environment. Unfortunately, the right wing under
the world leadership of Ronald Reagan and Margaret Thatcher dominated. I remember a day when, as environment minister in the Bill Bennett cabinet, I was proposing some environmental initiative. Don Phillips, old leather lungs as he’s become known for his filibustering in the legislature, banged his fist on the table shouting, “Damn it, Mr. Premier, I’m as much against the environment as the next person, but Rafe is going too far!” (Don, a great guy that everyone liked, became famous for his malapropisms such as the day in the house when he shouted “Mr. Speaker, the NDP are the same old bunch . . . the leopard never changes its stripes!”) The environment is back in vogue and of course that has much to do with global warming and the fact that the public have finally woken up to the fact that bad things are happening. But it’s more than that. The demonstration last month by 1,200 people at the Pitt Meadows Senior Secondary gym against the proposal to get power from the Pitt wasn’t just the same old lefties. Nor was the one last fall in the East Delta Agricultural Hall protesting the South Fraser Perimeter Road and other proposed environmental rape. The demonstrations a few weeks before against putting the Sea-to-Sky highway over the top of Eagleridge Bluffs had some regulars all right but a hell of a lot of protesters until then would rather have been caught in a house of ill-repute than at an environ-
mental rally. The revival of environmentalism has caught the Campbell government by surprise. They were used to the days when they – and other governments for that matter – could point to protesters and say “same old, same old” and get away with it. They saw nothing dangerous politically by telling falsehood after falsehood about Atlantic salmon fish farms. After all. who would believe all that nonsense about sea lice, for God’s sake? As I look for reasons for the energetic revival of environmentalism, I detect several. First, many environmentalist groups kept the flames flickering by pushing for parks, fighting the logging of old growth forests, and struggling to save salmon and so on. In B.C.’s case it may well have been the saving the Spatsizi and the tubing of Kemano II by the Harcourt government that signaled that there was a new batch of environmental recruits on the scene. One has to give credit to the worldwide Green Party, although it might be said that they reflected events more than caused them. They did, however, provide a home where the “soft left” and the “middle” felt more comfortable than they did in traditional leftwing parties. Environmentalism got a considerable boost by the global warming crusading of former American vice-president Al Gore. There is no question that climate change opened a lot of eyes. Climate
change started slowly but when ice packs started to melt, glaciers disappeared, and huge storms, much bigger than anyone even thought about before, began to happen, all but incurable Pollyannas and well paid PR people for the polluters took notice – big time. The Campbell government has made a terrific political mistake in assuming that if they appeared to be doing big and fancy things over global warming that the public wouldn’t notice things like fish farms, bad logging practices and devastating rivers and streams. In fact the very opposite happened as members of the public, seeing that global warming on the one hand and fish, water, and trees on the other were connected and that they could actually do something about the latter. They saw utterances by Premier Campbell and his ministers as being horse-buns such that few if any government statements are accepted at face value any more. They saw the government fib when they said they wouldn’t sell BC Rail, when they said they would never privatize BC Hydro, when they denied the huge stacks of independent evidence damning their policy on fish farms and now when they tell us that the private sector destroying wilderness is the way to get the power we need. What does this mean in political terms? The growing strength of a renewed environmental movement in B.C. and beyond will help provide that answer.
» INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS | GWYNNE DYER
In analyzing Zimbabwe, it’s best to have a little perspective All praise to the South African Transport and Allied Workers Union, which refused for four days to unload a shipment of Chinese arms destined for landlocked Zimbabwe. That was long enough for a South African court to issue a judgment refusing to let the 77 tonnes of weapons be shipped across the country to Zimbabwe, despite the South African government’s unwillingness to intervene. Of course, the Chinese ship then just sailed up the coast to Mozambique. The Chinese weapons, which were shipped three days after President Robert Mugabe lost the Zimbabwean election on Mar. 29, will still reach his army, police and party militia in time to terrorize the voters into reversing last month’s verdict in a run-off presidential election. But it was nice to see some fellow Africans take a stand against his thuggery. All praise also to former United Nations secretary general Kofi Annan. After meeting Zimbabwean opposition leaders in Kenya last week, he asked bluntly, “Where are the Africans? Where are their leaders and the countries in the region, what are they doing?” The answer, as Annan knew very well, is next to nothing. But why not? Robert Mugabe, who has ruled Zimbabwe since independence 28 years
ago, is now attempting to steal back last month’s election. Almost a month afterwards, the results of the presidential race have still not been published, almost certainly because he lost by a wide margin to opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai. But Mugabe has already said that there must be a runoff election even before the votes are “re-counted.” Meanwhile the militia of Mugabe’s Zanu-PF party, the so-called “war veterans,” are using the records from the polling booths in rural areas to identify villages that supported the opposition, and conducting mass beatings in those villages so that the residents vote correctly next time. Hundreds of people are in hospital with broken limbs after these beatings, and some are dead. Then there is the economic disaster of Mugabe’s Zimbabwe, a country where unemployment is 80 per cent and inflation is 160,000 per cent. Almost 70 per cent of working-age Zimbabweans have fled the country in search of work, and those still at home mostly live off their remittances. But they don’t live very long: life expectancy in Zimbabwe is in the mid-30s. This is in glaring contrast to the countries that surround Zimbabwe, which have reasonably healthy economies, free media, democratic politics and the rule of law. Mugabe’s regime in not only hurting Zimbabweans; it is doing huge damage to the region’s image in the rest of the world. So why does the main regional orga-
nization, the Southern African Development Community, not take a stronger stand against Mugabe? Why did South African President Thabo Mbeki insist that there is “no crisis” in Zimbabwe, when obviously there is? It’s all about perspective. Mugabe may be a monster, but as one of the last surviving leaders of the independence generation he is a sacred monster. Moreover, many other African leaders are half-seduced by Mugabe’s claim that he is facing a re-colonization attempt by Britain. It’s a comical notion for anybody who knows modern Britain, but in post-colonial Africa it has a certain resonance. The fact is that Zimbabwe was once a British colony (called Rhodesia), and that Britain did nothing when the local white minority illegally seized independence. It took 15 years of war and tens of thousands of African lives to overthrow the white minority regime, and at the end Britain promised to provide large amounts of money to buy out the white farmers who still owned most of the country’s good land. Then it reneged on its promise. In 1997 Clare Short, the International Development Secretary in Tony Blair’s new government, wrote a famously stupid letter to the Zimbabwean government in which she said: “We do not accept that Britain has a special responsibility to meet the costs of land purchase in Zimbabwe. We are a new government from diverse backgrounds without links to former colonial interests. My own origins are
Irish and, as you know, we were colonized, not colonizers.” Mugabe was understandably enraged by a British politician of Irish origin claiming equal victim status with black Zimbabweans, and using that to repudiate Britain’s treaty obligations to Zimbabwe. Whether that explains his decision to drive the white farmers off their land without compensation three years later (and thus to wreck Zimbabwe’s economy) remains to be seen, but the prominence of those same white Zimbabweans in the opposition movement that sprang up after 2000, however understandable, certainly fed his paranoia. The other disturbing thing, from an African point of view, is the disproportionate interest that the Western media take in the Zimbabwean tragedy. A U.S.-backed occupation of Somalia by Ethiopian troops has plunged the country back into war, killing thousands and turning hundreds of thousands into refugees, and it barely gets mentioned in the Western press. Nor does the West seem to mind the striking absence of democracy in Angola, from which it buys a lot of oil. But about Zimbabwe, for some reason, it cares. There is no Western plot to “re-colonize” Zimbabwe. Southern African countries need to bring pressure on Mugabe to accept his defeat in their own long-term self-interest. But they bring their own perspectives to the problem, and that makes it harder for them to act.
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Changing tune about climate
Have you noticed a downturn in the economy and has it affected your spending habits?
To the Editor, I find it interesting to watch the disconnect between the public’s view on issues, and the perceived view by special interest groups and the media. Global warming is one such issue. To listen or read nowadays, we would all believe that global warming is the most important issue of our time. We are led to believe that all reasonable people would want the government to change the way our economy works to eliminate this most disastrous of future possibilities. This would include huge tax increases, closing of all, if not most manufacturing, and on and on. We are told daily that
this issue is no longer up for debate and anyone so foolish as to not believe, are simply stupid, or worse. Maybe we should step back and truly look at who is ramming this ideology down our throats and follow the money. The Washington Post and ABC News did a poll this month asking Americans what the most important issue is, in their choice for president. Would you be surprised to know that the percentage of people who chose global warming was zero. Maybe the special interest groups, weak politicians, and the media should take notice.
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» EXPANDED SERVICES
The right spot for that shade tree
VANESSA MOSS Since the age of 12 when she started working in her father’s greenhouse, Louise Tillich has had a special interest in trees and shrubs. Now, she is lending her 25 years of experience to the Stonehaven Farm Greenhouses in Elmira, offering free consultation to clients on Fridays and Saturdays. Owner Kelly Jackson said this was an addition she and her husband Brad had been considering for some time and when they found the right person, the deal was done. “She has such knowledge and enthusiasm for trees and shrubs that we’re excited to have her around and her knowledge and her energy is contagious.” The tree and shrub specialist has ordered a variety of unique specimens to increase the greenhouse’s former supply tenfold, Jackson said. Tillich chose plants that would withstand the area’s climate and soil, as well as those that are harder to find. While tagging the trees coming off the truck this week, Tillich was al-
ready busy chatting with customers about where, what and when to plant, noting that establishing a base is key before incorporating other elements like flowers and grasses. “You do need to have structure of shrubs … because you need to have something there for colour in the winter as well as interest.” Tillich considers various yard and garden elements before deciding on a design and arranges plants at the greenhouse before people take them home so they can visualize the final look. “She can do a design on the fly, which is what a lot of people really want,” Jackson explained. Through pictures and discussions with clients, Tillich comes up with landscaping plans that fit the soil types, exposure levels, heights, lines, colours and styles of each property. “I like to apply interior design to the exterior,” she said. Tillich developed her craft over the years by working with her father, Peter, at their West Montrose Farms Ltd. He is best known in the gardening world for creating
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Stonehaven adds specialist to work with trees and shrubs as planting season gets underway
GREEN THUMBS Louise Tillich (top) sits among some of her favourite trees and shrubs at Stonehaven Farm Greenhouses in Elmira this week. Tillich, with the help of LuAnn Snyder (bottom), will be offering landscaping advice on the fly to clients Fridays and Saturdays during the months of May and June.
the baby blue spruce. Currently working as a program administrator for the Town of Minto’s Communities in Bloom program, Tillich will only be at the greenhouse for May and June. But, in that time, she hopes to make people realize the value of planting trees, even if that means going out to their properties herself. “It’s an investment and it really adds value to your property,” she said, adding that Stonehaven’s tree and shrub prices – between $10 and $150 – are lower than many other green centres, especially considering they are already well-established and could last 50 years. “It’s [best] to do it right the first time and not have to rip stuff out,” she said. With all the new development cropping up in Elmira, Jackson said members of the community were in need of someone like Tillich to guide them; new builds often have yards of dirt and nothing else, making landscaping tricky to start. Stonehaven employee LuAnn Snyder said the most common question people ask is “what
would be best to plant in this certain spot?” She is confident Tillich will have the answers. “She’s very, very wellversed in the shrubs and trees. … Your shrubs and trees are your starting focal points and you put those in and work your flowers around it. So, to be able to have such a good selection … people are going to benefit.” Tillich said that she will try to prevent people from making big mistakes that could cost them later on like planting species too close to a home’s foundation and/or picking plants they like rather than those best suited for the space. Her main goal is to teach clients to choose wisely and have patience so their gardens blossom into beautiful and unique extensions of their homes. “People have to give plants room to grow. They want it to look great now and they will, but give ‘em a year or two.” Jackson added that they want customers to go home with the right products every time they visit Stonehaven. “We really want people to have success,” she said.
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The Observer | Saturday, April 26, 2008
» FOOD FOR THOUGHT | OWEN ROBERTS
This green technology is hidden from sight I’m looking forward to new public opinion polls that show whether the environment is still top of mind with Canadians, in light of skyrocketing fuel prices and growing angst about the cost of basic food supplies. The grain-supply crisis, food riots and unwillingness by some countries to export basic commodities are scaring the daylights out of people, and fear is a big driver in making the list of national headaches. Look at how disease emergence – especially obesity and other diet-related problems – made health the biggest worry, until weather changes and Al Gore reminded us about our fragile relationship with the planet. But I get a feeling that if the environment is no longer number-one in Elmira and elsewhere, it won’t be too far back on the list, given the way it’s sustained its position over the past few years. In fact, environmental concerns helped drive biofuel development, the initiative at the heart of the debate over food versus fuel. It’s here to stay for the foreseeable future. So likely, issues related to other aspects of the environment will likewise remain high. Agriculture, the environment and health are tightly and naturally bound. Companies committed to animal feed and nutrition have been looking at the relationship with an
increasingly critical eye. One approach to improving the connection is through an emerging field called nutrigenomics. It’s been percolating in laboratories at institutions such as the University of Guelph, where thanks mainly to the long-time support from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, researchers developed world-class abilities to advance the relationship between food, health and the environment, long before it was fashionable, or profitable. Now, it’s become lucrative and environmentally prudent for industry to publicly connect the dots. For example, Alltech, a global leader in the animal feed industry (and whose Canadian headquarters are in Guelph) chose the theme “The Greenest Generation” for its 24th annual animal health and nutrition symposium at its world headquarters in Kentucky earlier this week. This is one of the biggest animal nutrition gatherings anywhere, drawing some 1,700 delegates from 130 countries, and Alltech wisely used the occasion to open a unique research centre for nutrigenomics and applied animal nutrition. The 20,000-square-foot facility, which the company says is the first of its kind in the world, is dedicated to studying how nutrition effects gene expression. On a facility tour after the ribbon cutting, one Alltech staffer defined nutrigenomics as the intelligent fusion or integration of nature and technology to produce more, while
minimizing waste. By knowing more about an animal’s genes, researchers can determine what makes it grow more efficiently, including what keeps it healthy, naturally. Being as healthy as possible and better able to use its food means less waste out the other end. And environmentally, as the world’s appetite for meat protein grows, managing and improving such matters is more vital than ever. The opening drew interested researchers, including Dr. Rickey Yada, scientific director of Canada’s Advanced Foods and Materials Network (which is also based in Guelph), to discuss potential collaboration. The Alltech centre has strong ties with University of Kentucky food researchers, and being a global company, it makes sense to extend the connections in other geographic areas where expertise is high. For example, the nutrigenomics lab-
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» JUNIOR B PLAYOFFS
» SOFTBALL
Putting “fun” back into fundamental
Kings advance to Sutherland Cup finals Driven squad battles back to take must-win game, finishing off round-robin play MARC MIQUEL HELSEN
MARC MIQUEL HELSEN
Rank and Michael Therrien picking up assists. The Chiefs, however, got the last word before retiring for the first intermission when Ryan Viselli scored on the power play (Travis Ouellette, Justin Smith) to put the visitors up 2-1 at 16:33. The Kings showed no sign of capitulation.
With the sun shining and the temperature growing balmy, kids are itching to hit the ball diamonds. And as the month of May draws closer, local league conveners are scrambling to put the finishing touches on teams that continue to grow despite mass registration drives in March. “As soon as the weather gets nice, then people start to call and say, ‘oh, I haven’t got my kids registered yet,’” said Cathy Mendler, treasurer of the Elmira Minor Softball Association. “It happens every year: no matter how many registrations you have, there’s always going to be somebody who misses it,” she said with a chuckle. Despite the fact that the season, which starts next month, is around the corner, spaces are still available. Currently, the association is looking to field some six teams (four boys’ squads and
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When the NHL playoffs got underway, hockey pundits zeroed in on the internecine “bloodbath” taking place in the cities of Calgary and San Jose, as the two physical teams battled to make it through to the second round. A similar battle is now taking place on the other side of the continent as the Elmira Sugar Kings and the Tecumseh Chiefs duke it out in the Sutherland Cup finals. Making it through the round robin stage, the two teams kicked off the best-of-seven series Friday night in Tecumseh (results were not available by press time). After flying through the regular season and coasting through the Mid-Western Junior B playoffs, it looks as though the Elmira Sugar Kings have finally found their match in the Chiefs, who put up a fight in the round-robin leading up to the final series. After losing 6-2 in Tecumseh Apr. 16, and 5-1 in Thorold two days later, the Kings exacted their revenge by edging the Chiefs in a 6-5 nail-biter in Elmira Apr. 19. “Talk about going through a rollercoaster of emotions: going down 4-2, and coming off the night before where we didn’t play all that well,” exclaimed coach Geoff Hadd-
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» THE NOT-SO-GREAT OUTDOORSMAN | STEVE GALEA
Advice about turkey calls straight from the diaphragm In turkey calling, there are essentially three types of calls: slate, box, and diaphragm calls. Slate calls are straightforward – they work on the same theory as running your nails across a chalkboard, except instead of utilizing your nails, you use an acrylic peg to make turkey sounds. Similarly, a box call also depends on friction to make sounds – this time it is a chalked pieced of wood rubbing against another chalked piece of wood that is part of a sound chamber. A diaphragm call, on the other hand is a bit different. It is simply a piece of rubber held taut within a shaped frame and it is placed up on the roof of your mouth when you’re ready to use it. Once there, you blow air over it
use; in fact when I first got mine, I had a real hard time installing it. I kept gagging every time I put it back there. But eventually, I got used to it so I could keep it in, although I’ll admit it seemed very unnatural at first …” At this point the line up was silent – and that’s when I realized how popular turkey hunting was around here. My pal then asked how a person knows when it is in correctly. “Oh that’s easy,” I chirped. “You’ll know you have it in right when you can easily force air over it to make sounds… I remember the first time I actually did it. I was so excited; it sounded so much better than the noises I was used to making!” “Needless to say, it annoyed my wife,” I chuckled. By this time a small crowd had stopped to listen and the cashier called for the manager. My friend, who is a shrewd and cau-
to make a variety of turkey sounds. I’m a big fan of diaphragms. And I don’t mind saying that on many occasions they have saved the day for me. Because of this, I’m always praising them. For instance, just the other day I was in a crowded supermarket line up when I received a call on my cell phone from a young friend who was seeking advice on which type of turkey call to purchase. Since he already owned a number of slate calls, the debate centred on the other two types. “Look,” I said, “you use what you want, but my trusty diaphragm has never failed me.” The lady in line beside me must have been a turkey hunter because her ears immediately perked up. Reluctant to leave it at that, my friend then asked about the mechanics of using them. “Well, that’s a good question,” I replied. “A diaphragm is not easy to
tious consumer however, was not fully convinced. Why are they better than other calls? he asked. “The best part about them is that they’re hands-free,” I advised. “Once I have my diaphragm in, I hardly know it’s there until I need it.” And do they really work, my buddy asked. “Look,” I said, “nothing works all of the time. I mean in the heat of the moment you could put it in wrong or even swallow it if you’re goofing around. But day in and day out, a diaphragm works for me,” I proclaimed, not only to him, but to all within earshot. Still, he was doubtful. “And just to prove it,” I smiled, “I have mine in my shirt pocket and I’m about to install it and show you how great it sounds when I yelp.” Between you and me, I figure that the produce manager is an anti-hunter. Why else would he kick me out?
Kings: Elmira prepares for tough series against Tecumseh » From page 17
“I think it fueled us more to want to come back in our own arena,” said defenceman Troy Murray. Chasing every loose puck and battling hard to stifle the Tecumseh offense, the Kings knew exactly what was on the line. Consequently, Elmira’s Cal Myerscough swooped in on a breakaway early in the second period to tie things up; Trent Brown picked up the helper. Tecumseh answered back with two goals, courtesy of David Sharpe (Matt Paltridge) and Justin Smith (Matt Rehman) at 6:55 and 9:37
respectively. Down 4-2, the Kings rallied soon after. Captain John Lunney sparked the comeback when he converted on a Scott Lepold-Brock Zinken pass at 11:36. Jeremy Hilliard, from Rank, added another while Elmira was shorthanded to even things up at 4. On the penalty kill, the Chiefs subsequently got a shorthander of their own when Drew Palmer (Tom Dowell) pounced on a cough-up in the Elmira zone to beat goalie Dan Morrison and make it 5-4 for the visitors. That’s how the middle
frame ended. “There was too much at stake to come that close to having a berth in the provincial championship to worry about anything else other than playing hard and if you’re going to get too concerned about the other things I think you’re losing focus of what you should be doing during the game,” Haddaway explained. “I thought even though they scored a couple power play goals, we stayed away from the penalty box a little bit more. I thought we played a lot more disciplined. We did a good job when we did have
penalties, killing them off, so we were able to build some momentum that way.” Although both teams battled hard for possession of the puck in the third period, the Kings got the jump on the Chiefs with two consecutive goals. Hilliard, from Lunney and Mur-
ray, potted his second of the night to tie things up 27 seconds into the final frame. Therrien got the game-winner courtesy of a setup from Rank and Freeman at 5:31. From that point onwards the Kings continued to press the Chiefs net, and successfully protected the one-goal
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VANESSA MOSS Rising temperatures in the townships last week marked the end of yet another minor hockey season for the Woolwich and Twin Centre leagues. First to celebrate a memorable year was the Woolwich Minor Hockey Association with junior and senior banquets on Apr. 13 at Lions Hall in Elmira. Former NHL player Cam Stewart was on hand to inspire the senior Wildcats, as coaches, trainers, and organizers alike celebrated the accomplishments of 32 teams. The Twin Centre organization was next in line to honour its minor hockey “Hericanes,� with a yearend ceremony Apr. 15 in Linwood. Although Dani Thomas was the lone recipient of an award – the John Sheridan Memorial Trophy for “most inspirational Bantam player,� the whole league rejoiced in its season-long accomplishments. Finally, the Woolwich Girls Minor Hockey League held a banquet Apr. 17 to mark a “Wild� season.
Novice: gold at the Jason Cripps Tournament; silver at Stoney Creek Sweetheart Tournament; gold in KMHL League Championships. Bantam LL: silver in KMHL League Championships. Midget 2: gold at Jason Cripps Tournament; gold in KMHL League Championships. Bantam B: gold at Orangeville Tigers Tournament; gold in LLFHL Regular Season; champions at LLFHL Day of Champions; silver at the OWHA Provincial Championships. Midget B: qualified for the Provincial Championships, but were put out before the medal rounds.
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two girls’), in a number of age groups, including: Atom or Mite (ages 8-10), Squirt (11-12), Peewee (13-14), and Bantam (15-16). On average, each team is made up of 12 players, but higher demand could see teams padded with more players, or even new squads created.
While in previous years clubs have had to cut players, Mendler, is hoping that everyone will get a chance to play this summer. The objective is to incorporate as many players as possible. “If you cut them, you’ll probably lose them – and they won’t come back the following year,� she said, noting that often
Also expecting a good turnout this year – probably the best so far – is Pete Moore, convenor for South Woolwich Minor Ball. Moore noted he expects more than 150 children will register by the Apr. 30 deadline. With the sunny baseball season around the corner, it is difficult to note who is more ex-
children who cannot make a team find other summer sports such as soccer. “We’re still trying to keep ball afloat.� That said, Mendler noted it is not a competition against other sports. “We’re kind of the opinion: let them try everything and see what they like the most.�
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22 | GRILLIN TIME
The Observer | Saturday, April 26, 2008
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Gord Davis hopes new production of classic musical will spark a reunion of 1982’s cast He hopes to create a reunion as his current rendition of Richard Elmira’s Gord Davis Rodgers and Oscar wants to connect his Hammerstein II’s 1945 past with his present by musical Carousel takes inviting the actors from the stage. Acting as the Commuhis 1982 production of Carousel to attend his nity Players’ director latest version by the for the third year in a Community Players, to row, Davis has created a be held May 8-11 at the stylized version of one of his favourite tales. New Hamburg Arena. “We’re sort of bring“I thought, ‘wouldn’t it be neat if I could get ing the Carousel of 1945 to audiences a hold of the of 2008.” people who Set in the late were in that 1800s, the muproduction sical sees the and then they young Julie could come Jordan, played and see this by Danielle production? Guistini, marAnd while they ry a carnival were there, barker, Billy they could Bigelow (Dale come and say Kustra), in a ‘hi,’” Davis coastal village said. in Maine. He put the Times get original show tough for Bigtogether at elow when he Elmira Disloses his job trict Secondand finds out ary School, 1982 PROGRAM Jordan is pregwhere he was the drama department nant. Desperate for head until his retire- money, Bigelow takes part in a robbery and ment in 2001. Around 100 people ends up committing suiwere involved in that cide instead of going to version, including 40 jail when he is caught. Fifteen years later, cast members from all Bigelow gets a chance grades.
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to redeem himself by returning to earth from heaven for one day. He then meets his distraught daughter and tries to right his wrongs. “It’s a storyline that has some substance to it: there are some serious issues in it,” Davis said, adding that Rodgers and Hammerstein felt it was their bestwritten musical of all time. In keeping with the
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Unlike the 1945 version, the carousel itself becomes a focal point for much of the production and the colour scheme of creams, blues and greens is not realistic. As far as the character portrayals, Kustra said the director made changes that translate well on stage. For example, Kustra’s character is “not as much of a jerk,” as he is in the original.
“I’m actually quite pleased that Gord has seen him as a gentler kind of guy,” Kustra said. “Working with Gord is great: he definitely has a vision and he’s stuck to that vision definitely, although he has given the actors some leeway in developing their own interpretation. … We do have some liberty, but we do have a leash on.” This is the Cambridge
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Dodge Gr.Caravan SE 3.3L V-6, fully loaded including rear heat/air, pwr.driver seat, alum. road wheels, Stow N Go Seating, only 30,660 kms. From $18,900. Low interest financing available. Voisin Chrysler 519-669-2831. »»Will pick up your unwanted or scrap car or truck. I will pay you up to $150 for your full-size scrapper. Call Brad @ 519-572-0987 for quick and free removal.
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Building. 2 Bedroom apartment in quiet building close to downtown Drayton. $750 monthly plus hydro. Fridge, stove, washer and dryer supplied. In unit laundry. Available immediately. Call Mildred Frey to view, 519-669-1544. »»Elmira - 2 Bedroom townhouse. Please, no smoking, no pets. $825 plus utilities. Suitable for quiet tenants. Call 519-669-8132. »»For Rent - 3 Bedroom small house, 5 miles north of Elmira. Rent reasonable. Send resume by fax to: 519-669-5271. »»Large 3 Bedroom family cottage at Oliphant, all amenities, non-smoking. 519-669-2617.
for Roommates Immediately to share house in Elmira. Year lease. $475/$495 includes utilities, parking and laundry. 519-591-6237.
WOOLWICH MEMORIAL CENTRE ICE TIME
Call Recreation Office 519-669-1647 ext. 259 to request Ice at the NEW COMPLEX starting in September 2009. Ice allocation policy to be approved prior to 2008 year end. Rental group ice contracts to be finalized by end of 2008.
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»»Summer In Port Elgin!
Very clean ranch bungalow - 3 bedrooms (qu, qu dbl) includes 6 appliances & cable. Only 3 weeks still available. 519-210-0105, leave message. Or contact: lagriffin@rogers. com
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100% Local. Period.
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»»Garage Sale. 6444 Line 86 West Montrose. Tuesday April 29 - Friday May 2, 8a.m.-4p.m. 5 family - furniture, misc. items. »»Multi Family garage sale Friday April 25, 9a.m.-6p.m. Saturday April 26, 9a.m.-12p.m. 10 Canary Cr. Elmira. »»Multi Family Garage Sale. 36 William St. Elmira. May 3, starting 7 a.m.
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Sale - Sat. May 3, 8 - 12. 26 Eldale Rd., Washer/dryer, woodstove, trim, lawn mower, books, dishes, furniture, lap top, printers etc. »»Garage Sale - Fri. May 2, 9-7, Sat. May 3, 7-12, 2215 Floradale Rd. Hubby cleaned out the garage, I did the attic. Antique china cabinet, end tables, glassware, toys, books, children’s clothes, cape dresses & so much more. »»Garage Sale - Rain or Shine! New items, hardly used items - clean & good condition. #1681 Floradale Rd., beside Elmira Golf Course. Thurs. April 24th, 9 a.m. - Sat. April 26th. »»Garage Sale - Sat. May 3, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 54 Church St. E., Elmira. Crib mattress, lamps, boys suit, dishes, girls coats - black & navy and much more. Some new items. »»Garage sale at 11 Bluebird Place, Elmira on Saturday, May 3, 8a.m.-12. Hostas, household goods, toys, books, scroll saw, radial arm saw, hardwood for hobbies, tools. »»Garage Sale Friday April 25, 4-8p.m. and Saturday April 26, 7a.m.12noon. St. Teresa of Avila Church Hall, 19 Flamingo Drive, Elmira. All are welcome. Sponsored by the Catholic Women’s League. »»Garage Sale, Saturday May 3, 8a.m.-1p.m. 35 Crane Drive, Elmira. Furniture, shelves, HO train track and trains. Miscellaneous household items.
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NOTICE TO RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS REGARDING NOXIOUS WEEDS The main purpose of the Weed Control Act is to reduce the impact of noxious weeds on the industries of agriculture and horticulture. Primarily, this Act applies to agricultural and horticultural lands that generate income or other benefits to agriculture; this excludes lawns, gardens and private areas used for personal enjoyment and leisure. Under the Weed Control Act, you are required to destroy all noxious weeds on your property. The Weed Control Act can be viewed at www.e-laws.gov.on.ca In Urban Areas: The destruction requirements under the Weed Control Act do not apply to noxious weeds or weed seed that are far enough away from any land used for agricultural or horticultural purposes as they do not interfere with that use. However, individual city Property Standards By-laws or Lot Maintenance By-laws may apply to these situations. All properties within the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, including the townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich and the cities of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo, are hereby requested to be in compliance with the Weed Control Act, by June 14, 2008 and throughout the season. Designated Noxious Weeds Common barberry Dodder spp. Knapweed spp. Black-seeded proso millet Leafy spurge Russian thistle
European buckthorn Goat’s beard spp. Milkweed spp. Yellow rocket Bull thistle Scotch thistle
Wild carrot Posion hemlock Posion ivy Sow-thistle (annual & perennial) Canada thistle Tuberous vetchling
Colt’s-foot Johnson grass Ragweed spp. Cypress spurge Nodding thistle Velvetleaf
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a) Pulling or otherwise removing the plants from the soil; b) Cutting the roots or stalks of the plants before the seeds has developed sufficiently to open after cutting; c) Cultivating the soil in which the plants are growing; d) Treating with a herbicide that causes the plants to be destroyed or prevents the growth of the plants or ripening of their seeds.
Enforcement of the Weed Control Act in the Townships of North Dumfries, Wilmot, Wellesley and Woolwich will be carried out by the Area Weed Inspector: Larry Martin, Area Weed Inspector
Regional Municipality of Waterloo
519-575-4016; 519-575-4042 (fax)
lrs@region.waterloo.on.ca
Enforcement of the Weed Control Act in the Cities of Cambridge, Waterloo and Kitchener will be carried out by the Municipal Weed Inspectors: Gloria MacNeil Municipal Weed Inspector City of Kitchener, 519-741-2330
Anna Marie Cipriani Municipal Weed Inspector City of Waterloo, 519-747-8645
Odilio DeVarges, Municipal Weed Inspector City of Cambridge, 519-740-4684
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A. Meticulous flight-plan details and knowing when to turn the smoke on/off are key, says NewScientist.com. Straight lines are compass-driven, smooth curves come from skillful banking, equi-sized letters show good timing. It’s not real white smoke a-hanging heavenly but non-polluting oils vaporized in the heat of the plane’s exhaust system. The plane flies a couple miles high, at 100150 mph, taking maybe 20 seconds to draw a near-mile-long letter stroke. Most challenging are curved letters, particularly if the curves must be lined up with other strokes that are laid down on different passes, says Massachusetts Institute of Technology aerospace scientist R. John Hansman. Because the wind distorts letters, it is hard to get things lined up to look right from the ground. Toughest are B, G and S. “Alphabets which are not regular, which have varying curves, or which have many short strokes would be very difficult. Arabic, Japanese, Chinese would be almost impossible.” Solo skywriters are something of a dying breed; today’s skytypers fly with several craft abreast, their smoke generators shooting out sharp puffs assembled like a dot-matrix printer, all radio-synced by the formation leader. This is said to be easy compared to a crisscrossing single craft racing to beat the inevitable dissipating winds aloft. Either way, when it all works, it can pop the corks sky high, as when “Janelle” reportedly looked up on a date, espied the stadium skywriter writing her name, then fell into her proposing lover’s arms at the sky-borne “MARRY ME.”
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BRAD MARTIN Broker of Record
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FREY REALTY LTD., BROKERAGE
BONNIE BRUBACHER Broker of Record
TRACEY WILLIAMS Sales Rep. Cell: 519-669-1737
SHANNA ROZEMA Broker.
DARREN ROMKEY Sales Rep.
LAURIE LANGDON Sales Rep.
DALE KELLER Sales Rep.
MONIQUE BRUBACHER Sales Rep.
519-669-1544 17 Church St. W., Elmira 24hr pager: 1-866-873-1876 email:
THIS WEEKS FEATURE PROPERTIES
Len Frey
Mildred Frey
Wendy Taylor
SALES REP*
BROKER OF RECORD***
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CENTURY HOME PLUS COMMERCIAL ZONING
LOT 247 CONESTOGO LAKE $118,900 Great escape from the city. Summer is almost here. Are you ready? Only a 30 min drive to KW area. Easy access of county road 11. Large deck facing west. Appliances included. MLS. CALL LEN FREY* TO VIEW.
$369,900, 2 storey steel clad attractive detached shop w/legal 2 bdrm apartment; spacious century home w/many renovations directly across from well know restaurant in Alma. NEW MLS
ÂŽ WELL MAINTAINED - 4 bdrm. brick home. Hardwood floors, natural woodwork. Huge kitchen. Main flr. laundry, den & 3pc. bath. Replacement doors & windows. Gas furnace. Cac. Detached dble. garage. MLS $265,500.
LOT 116, CONESTOGO LAKE $189,900 - 3 bdrm cottage north/west of the dam. Open concept eat-in kit/livrm with walkout to large deck. Great view of Lake. Ready to move right in and enjoy the summer. Own well and septic. (Well not shared). Seasonal/ recreational property. Shows�AAA�. MLS CALL WENDY TAYLOR** TO VIEW.
SOLID GOLD REALTY (II) LTD., BROKERAGE
LEON MARTIN Broker
8631 CONCESSION 12 R.R#3 PALMERSTON $695,000 - Approx 109 acre farm just off paved road and close to small communities.Solid 3 bdrm brick house with finished attic (den/office). Two outbuildings as drive sheds or workshops. (60’x80’ and 30’x50’). 150 tonne & 250 tonne storage silos. Great for equestrian farm or mixed crop. MLS CALL LEN FREY* TO VIEW.
Coach House Realty Inc. Brokerage
BERT MARTIN Broker
4-B Arthur St. S., ELMIRA, N3B 2M5 519-669-5426
CLOSE TO GOLF COURSE! - 1 acre. Huge great rm w/gas fireplace. 4 bdrms, 3 baths (ensuite). Main flr laundry. Dble. garage & lots of parking. Alum. roof. Not a drive-by! MLS $499,900.
LOTS FOR SALE Country Lots with high speed internet access, 40 to 45 minutes from K/W or Guelph. They are located in the small hamlet of Carthage. Individual well and septic Great opportunity to build your own house or get us to customize a home for you. For more information please call Leon Excl.
CUSTOM BUILT - 9ft. ceilings. Ceramic and hardwood, Maple kitchen w/island, walkout to partly covered patio. Fin. bsmt. -2 bdrms, huge rec room & 4pc. bath. Shows AAA! MLS $449,900.
Lucy Wehrle
LINWOOD -$424,900.00 3+1 bedroom, 3 bath, over 2600 sq ft. 3 finished levels, recently installed custom designed kitchen and den. Large 83x200 ALE lot with mature perennial ES T A V beds and landscaping. PRI Inground pool (new liner & cover), large deck with terrace, porch swing, double car heated garage, concrete drive, fireplaces, lots of built-in cabinets, hardwood flooring, sunken family room, tin ceiling, built-in appliances, main floor laundry. 7 kw natural gas stand by automatic generator.Call for viewing appt. 519-698-2319
Sales Representative
Rick Wehrle
PETER BENNINGER REALTY
Sales Representative
Independently Owned & Operated Brokerage
519-742-5800 ext. 2087 Lucy-Wehrle@coldwellbanker.ca
519-742-5800 ext. 2350 Rick-Wehrle@coldwellbanker.ca
WELCOME TO THE BEAUTY OF ELMIRA! $339,900 Gorgeous 4 bedroom Finoro home, less than 2 years old! 3 bathrooms plus basement rough-in. 4 piece master ensuite, large bedrooms, main floor laundry, double garage. Upgraded kitchen. The basement is ready to be finished and has a walk out to a scenic tree-line and creek. MLS 0821008
OFFICE PHONE: 519.343.2124
159 William St., Palmerston (Across from Home Hardware)
W NE
4 ELDALE RD., Elmira WOW Fireplace, Master Bedroom Ensuite, Patio/Deck, Backs on Greenbelt, Main Floor Laundry, Separate Dining Room, Family Room, Central Air, Dishwasher Included, Water Softener, Central Vac, Intercom, Satellite Dish, Year-Round Road Access. MLS $479,900. For a personal appointment call Paul 519-503-9533
Paul Martin Sales Representative
ICE PR
3 Mockingbird Dr., Elmira Separate Dining Rm, Rec Rm, Fenced Yrd, Appliances Incl., Dishwshr Incl., Water Softener, CV, Cld Rm/Cellar, TV Cable, Two fireplaces, mud rm from outside, very lrg dck, bigger bckyrd, lots of potential in yrd, new furnace 06. MLS. $254,900 For a personal appointment call Paul 519-503-9533
4B Arthur St. S. Elmira www.remaxsolidgold.biz
W NE
$399,999 - GORGEOUS All brick bungalow. This spotless home has it all. 3+1 bedrms, 3 baths, cent air & vac, spacious livingrm w/cathedral ceiling, hardwd flrs, fireplace, decks, fully finished basement, exercise room, bar area, hobby /0%. (/53% \ 35. !02 s 0- room. A must see! Call Marg Sorensen 29 Main Street E., Drayton 519.343.4489 MLS 0744073. ON
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OFFICE: 519-669-5426 DIRECT: 519-503-9533 EMAIL: paul@remaxsolidgold.biz
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390 Binning St. W, Listowel 24 Tanager St., Elmira HOME BUYERS, FANTASTIC! beautiful “Chervin� maple FIRST TIME kitchen includes built-in dishwasher, SUPPLIMENTYOUR HOME PAYMENTS laminated main level floors, main floor laundry, sliding door (07) off spacious dinette to covered patio, spacious fenced yard, above ground pool. MLS. $289,000 For a personal appointment call Paul 519-503-9533
Edith McArthur * 519.638.2509 Marg Sorensen * 519.343.4489 Kathy Robinson * 519.343.4816
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$246,900 - DEFINITELY WORTH A LOOK! Nice open concept layout. 3 bedrm, 2 bath, all brick raised bungalow. Kitchen w/beautiful maple cabinets, polished hardwood flrs throughout, dishwasher, central vac & air, water /0%. (/53% \ 45%3 !02 s 0/0%. (/53% \ 35. !02 s 0- softener, rear deck. Call Marg Sorensen 'RAND 4RUNK 3T 0ALMERSTON 29 Main Street E., Drayton 519.343.4489 MLS 0811596
Helping the community support Fit for a Future, One seat at a time. Call Paul Direct 519-503-9533 FEATURE PROPERTY
SALES REP*
WOOLWICH 31 ACRES
$629,000, - Attractive field stone home, with in-door pool addition. Bank barn offers loose housing with newer concrete flooring, 14' overhead door, 62x30 heated workshop. MLS
Further Information: WEBSITE: www.royallepage.ca EMAIL: Elmira@royallepage.ca
QUIET CRESCENT - Spacious 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home on a quiet court. Main floor family room & laundry. Newer furnace. Extradeep dble. garage .MLS Reduced $399,900.
Lisa D. Edwards
7448 WELLINGTON ROAD 11, MAPLETON $349,000 - Country living at it’s best in this 3+1 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow all on 5.7 acres. Large open concept eat-in kit. and famrm. Finished basement and exceptionally large 2 car garage for all your toys. Presently set up as small hobby farm with fenced paddock. Shows “AAA�. MLS. CALL LISA* TO VIEW.
PRICING STARTS AT $292,00 - 2 Storey and Bungalows under construction. Other plans offered by Paradigm Homes Elmira, including front porches, custom kitchens, gas fireplace, ensuite baths. 42 and 50 ft. lots. MLS.
RETIRE IN COMFORT! - Open front entry to main flr. den and 2pc. bath. Spacious maple kitchen w/ dishwasher - open to L.R/D.R. w/ gas fireplace. Ensuite bath. Main flr. laundry. Oversized garage. Wide corner lot. NEW MLS $249,900.
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DEBBIE YEOMAN Sales Rep.
OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN APRIL 26 & 27, 2-4 MODEL AT 10 ROBERTA, ELMIRA
COZY STARTER HOME ON NICE LOT - Close to downtown. Lots of windows. Two bedrooms plus family room in upper level w/ skylight. Spacious sunroom & side entry. Deck. Older detached garage. NEW MLS $209,900.
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Dble dtchd garage, high eff furnace, upgraded wiring + panels in 99, most wndws replaced, some drs replaced, gas frplce & lrg frt prch w/ back unit, close to public school + dwntwn, new roof 02.MLS. $179,900 For a personal appointment call Paul 519-503-9533.
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1347 Martin Grove Rd, Woolwich
DON’T MISSVIEWINGTHIS BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY 3 min from Waterloo backing
on Conestoga River, bungalow with walkout to patio features hrdwd, laminate & carpet, walkout to lrge deck, window and drs replaced except bay, insulated rec rm flr, kitchen in basement, A/C, MLS $799,000 For a personal appointment call Paul 519-503-9533
I donate a portion of my commission from each real estate sale to the Hospital for Sick Children and The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.
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HOME HUNTING
Waterloo Regional
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The Waterloo Regional Heritage Foundation is seeking nominations for the following awards:
519-745-7000 000 Direct: 519-502-0547
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Awards of Excellence Given to those who have made outstanding contributions to the preservation of Waterloo Region’s heritage. Dr. Jean Steckle Award for Heritage Education Given to an individual who has demonstrated leadership in heritage education.
Lovely Classic Home-$229,500
3 Bedrooms, Two 4 pc. baths, seperate dining and living room, eat-in-kitchen, hardwood floors, newer windows, attached garage, walkout basement, mature lot. 10 mins from Waterloo, 20 mins from Guelph. Well worth a look. MLS.
SOLD
Victorian Styled Home-$315,000 3 Bedrooms, one 4 pc. bath, walkout basement, front porch, renovated living room, eat-in kitchen, refinished hardwood floors. Please call for your private viewing. MLS.
Drayton Area. Plowed, paved road, high stated fertility. MLS.
Award ceremonies will take place at the Annual General Meeting on June 10, 2008 at Cambridge City Hall. For further information, please visit the Foundation’s website at www.wrhf.org or contact Michael Grivicic, Foundation Secretary at 519-575-4493 or gmike@region.waterloo.on.ca. The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 9, 2008.
SOLD
100 Acres of Fertile Land $700,000
Sally Thorsen Award of Excellence Given to an individual who has demonstrated at least ten years professional commitment to the preservation of Waterloo Region’s heritage
150 Acre Farm! $1,200,000
Spacious, 3,300 sq.ft. raised bungalow, 4 bdrms with ample closets, 3 bths, main flr has 2 way stone fireplace, ceramic & carpets throughout. Finished basement, possible in-law suite, ultra violet water filters. Close to Conestoga Lake. MLS.
WE HAVE BUYERS LOOKING FOR • Hobby farm property with or without buildings, less than 50 acres • Broiler Farm, 25,000 units plus • 100 acre or larger operational farm
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Community Information Page THE TOWNSHIP OF WOOLWICH "Proudly remembering our past; confidently embracing our future."
P.O. BOX 158, 69 ARTHUR ST. S. ELMIRA, ONTARIO N3B 2Z6 WEBSITE: www.woolwich.ca
TEL: 519-669-1647 or 519-664-2613 PLAN/ENG: 519-669-8706 FAX: 519-669-1820
AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY: 519-575-4504
NOTICE OF MEETING
The Chemtura Public Advisory Committee (CPAC) Meeting will be held Monday, April 28th, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers 69 Arthur Street South, Elmira
PREVENTION TIPS FOR SPRING CLEANING YOUR BBQ Here are a few simple tips to make your barbecuing season a little safer: 1. Clean all the gas discharge ports of the burner system with a pipe cleaner. 2. If there are any rust perforations on the burner, replace it. 3. Replace the gas supply hose if there is any sign of cracks or wear and tear. 4. Check all connections with a 50/50 soap/water solution looking for bubbles. 5. Never light the BBQ with the hood down. 6. Turn the fuel supply off first before turning the burner off. This allows the fuel in the supply line to be burned off first. 7. Burns are very, very painful and serious. Keep an eye on small children at all times. A Message From the Woolwich Fire Department
Notice of Public Meeting
PROPOSED REGION OF WATERLOO NOXIOUS WEED BY-LAW Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Regional Council Chambers 150 Frederick Street, 2nd Floor, Kitchener The Region of Waterloo will be holding a public meeting to introduce a Regional By-law to control and eliminate a local noxious weed, specifically a weed known as: Giant Hogweed (aka Giant Cow Parsnip) - Heracleum mantegazzianum Giant Hogweed (GHW) is a plant that adversely affects the health and safety of individuals and animals. GHW sap has been known to cause a skin reaction known as photo-dermatitis or photo-sensitivity resulting long-lasting swelling, blisters and eruptions of affected sites. Contact with eyes can lead to temporary or permanent blindness. In sensitive individuals, this weed may be worse than common poison ivy. A copy of the proposed by-law and staff report will be available on the Region of Waterloo website: www.region.waterloo.on.ca - tab Government, tab By-laws Or from the Office of the Regional Clerk, prior to the public meeting. This proposed By-law would, among its provisions, prohibit the cultivation or growth of Giant Hogweed and would require landowners to eliminate it from their properties. This public meeting is being held for the purpose of providing information and receiving comments from the public. Persons wishing to provide written comment must submit them to the Regional Clerk by Thursday, May 8th, 2008 at the Region of Waterloo, 150 Frederick Street, 2nd Floor, Kitchener, ON, N2G 4J3. Persons interested in appearing as a delegation must register with the Office of the Regional Clerk by calling 519-575-4420 no later than Thursday, May 8th, 2008 at noon. Persons who register as a delegation in advance of the meeting get 10 minutes to speak, while those who appear at the meeting wishing to make a delegation are limited to 5 minutes. For more information about the by-law or if you require accessible services to participate, please call the Licensing and Regulatory Services office at 519-575-4591.
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Kris Fletcher, Director of Council and Administrative Services/Regional Clerk All comments and information received from individuals, stakeholder groups and agencies regarding this project are being collected to assist the Region of Waterloo in making a decision. Under the Municipal Act, personal information such as name, address, telephone number, and property location that may be included in a submission becomes part of the public record. Questions regarding the collection of this information should be referred to the Licensing and Regulatory Services office at 519-575-4591.
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» Canoe the Grand – Woolwich Healthy Communities Month. Enjoy the Grand on this canoe or kayak ride from West Montrose to Kaufman’s Flats. Must bring own canoes/kayaks and safety equipment. Contact Clint Rohr at: ccr_canoe@yahoo. ca before Apr. 21 for details and registration. » Gloryland Chorus in Concert – Calvary United Church. An evening of your favourite gospel songs and hymns, 7 p.m. everyone welcome, free-will offering will be in support of this fall’s Mexico mission trip. Wheelchair accessible, hearing assisted, CDs and refreshments. » Spring clean-up on the Grand Valley Trail – Woolwich Healthy Communities Month. Meet in West Montrose parking lot at 9 a.m. Call Joyce at 519-742-5197 for more information.
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» Fish Fry (Howells) Dinner – Calvary United Church. Advanced tickets only can be purchased by calling the church office, 519-664-2311 or 519-669-5912. Adults $12.50, children 12 and under $6.50, preschoolers are free; 4:30-7 p.m. Takeout also available. MAY 1
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» Ladies Heart Spa Day – Elmira Pentecostal Assembly. Enjoy facial, pedicures, reflexology and more; $20 includes lunch and snack. Call church office to register, 519-669-3973. Fun, faith and fellowship; 290 Arthur St. S., Elmira. » Spring Social – St. Mary’s, Linwood and St. Joseph’s, Macton Catholic Womens’ League. Door prizes, penny table, 50/50 draw, hamper draw, kids grab bag table, bake table, Lunch available; 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Linwood Recreation Centre. Everyone welcome. » Howie’s Filet Mignon Steak Dinner and hour of power – Floradale Mennonite Church. Two sittings: dinner 5-6 p.m., program 6:30-7:30 p.m. and dinner 6:30-7:30 p.m., program 8-9 p.m. Call Mark/Marilyn Weber, 519-669-2378, Ozie/ Marilyn Martin, 519-669-0830 or the church, 519-669-2861 for tickets and pricing. Proceeds to the church building fund and Mennonite Conference of Eastern Canada.
New to the Community? Do you have a new Baby? It’s time to call your Welcome Wagon Hostess. Elmira & Surrounding Area If you’re not long distance to Elmira, you are welcome to a visit.
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» WICC Walk. Meet at St. James Lutheran Church, 60 Arthur St. S., Elmira. Prizes, refreshments after walk. Pledge sheets available at the Woolwich Counselling Centre or call Myrna 519-669-5607
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» Caregiver Coffee Hour – Woolwich Community Health Centre; 10-11:30 a.m. at Chateau Gardens in Elmira, for those who are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or related dementia to learn how to assist with activities of daily living. Please call Lorraine Weber at 519-664-3794, ext. 229.
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» H.U.G.S. Program – Woolwich Community Health Centre. Topic: Thinking about a career after the kids start school? 9:15-11:15 a.m. For parents and their children (zero to five years). MAY 25
» Two-hour hike on GVT from Rosendale to Victoria St. – Woolwich Trails Group. Enjoy the spring wildflowers with a wildflower expert! Trail rating: natural path on varying topography; suitable for intermediate hikers. Call Paul Miller, 519-6643643 to confirm meeting times and locations.
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with his usual grace, died peacefully at home on Sunday, April 20, 2008.
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» Hungryman Breakfast – Elmira Legion; 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in support of the Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion Elmira event on June 8.
April 19, 2008, suddenly as a result of a farm equipment accident in Brunner at the age of 40.
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» Spaghetti dinner and silent auction – Linwood Public School’s Home and School Committee; 5-8 p.m., silent auction ending at 7:30, Linwood Community Centre. Fundraising for updates to our school playground and for our greening project. For tickets, call 519-698-2264. MAY 3
KUEPFER, Russell Benjamin – Passed away on Saturday,
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FREEMAN, Susanna (Mrs. Leonard) – Peacefully went home
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to be with her Lord on Friday, April 18, 2008, age 33 years of RR1 Moorefield.
to be with her Lord, on Friday, April 18, 2008, at Heritage House, St. Jacobs, on their 57th wedding anniversary. She was in her 81st year of RR1, Elmira.
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» Chicken BBQ – Gale Presbyterian Church. Boneless BBQ chicken breasts, dipping sauce, baked potato, three kinds of salad, dessert, beverage; $12 per adult; children under 12, $6. Eat-in or takeout, we deliver. For eat-in tickets call the church office, 519-669-2852; for takeout tickets, call 519-669-3827; 4:30-7 p.m.; 2 Cross St., Elmira.
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FAMILY ALBUM ANNIVERSARY
ENGAGEMENT
50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
CRONIN & FROM
The family of Gordon & Edna Martin invite you to an open house Sunday May 4, 2008 at Otter Lake Mennonite Fellowship Hall 24 Rankin Lake Rd. Parry Sound from 1:30p.m to 4:30 p.m. Best Wishes Only Please For more information contact Delphine Frey @ 519-698-2842
BIRTHDAY
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BIRTHDAY
Happy 75th Birthday Mom!
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Open House at 13 Florapine Rd. Floradale. April 27, 2008 ,2-5p.m Best Wishes Only Love & Best Wishes From your family
THANK YOU
Bill & Susan Cronin, Ruth Periera & Dave & Sue From are proud to announce the engagement of their children Brad & Krysta. The wedding date is set for Febuary 7, 09. RETIREMENT
HAPPY 18TH THEA
JIM CONNOLLY & JEN BACIK ST. CLEMENTS COMMUNITY CENTRE on
SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2008
Doors open at 8pm. Lunch & prizes. Tickets available at the door.
IN MEMORIAM
LOOK WHO HAS RETIRED after 35 yrs of service with the wellesley fire dept. ROGER BATTLER
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Come & celebrate his Retirement on May 4, 2008 from 2-4 pm @ Wellesley Fire Hall. 1379 Queens Bush Rd. Your presence is a cherished gift.
FAMILY ALBUM
Many thanks to our family and friends for the cards, flowers, and congratulations offered on the occasion of our 65th Wedding Anniversary. We appreciate your thoughtfulness and we treasure your friendships. Mary & Howard Brown
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In loving memory of Luke, who passed away, April 25, 1996. 12 years ago you left us, your memory is a dear today as the hour you passed away. Forever remembered and always loved by Mom and Dad, brother Skye, Aunt Dianne and Uncle Brian and Uncle Scott and Aunt Michele, two cousins Cody and Jesse, Grandparents Irene Hamilton and the late Ken Hamilton.
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