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Woolwich to continue fight against gravel pit in Conestogo

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Having evaluated Hunder Development’s new studies, council opts to stay the course in OMB battle

Deal paves way for Dollarama store in Elmira

Township comes to an agreement with Sobeys just prior to scheduled OMB hearing on Wednesday morning STEVE KANNON

STEVE KANNON Woolwich will continue to fight a gravel pit proposed for Conestogo, unswayed by new reports submitted by Hunder Developments. Councillors meeting Tuesday night unanimously voted in favour of opposing the Hunsberger pit at an Ontario Municipal Board hearing scheduled for September. The township has determined the proposal does not conform with its Official Plan. It first rejected the applicant’s bid for an OP amendment in 2011, prompting the property owners to launch an appeal to the OMB. The quasi-judicial provincial board subsequently instructed Woolwich to look at new reports submitted by the applicant and to host a public meeting, which was held April 9. None of the new information changed the minds of residents, planning staff or councillors, however. In a presentation to council this week, Keri Martin Vrbanac of the Conestogo-Winterbourne Residents Gravel | 4

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A Dollarama store will open in the longvacant space beside the Foodland location in Elmira, as Woolwich this week reached a deal with Sobeys Capital Inc. The agreement approved by council Tuesday night made short work of an Ontario Municipal Board hearing scheduled for the following day. Under the deal, in exchange for the dollar store, Sobeys will pay the township $40,000 towards a future commercial policy review, contribute $10,000 over two years to the Elmira BIA and not request any additional expansion at the site for three years, said chief administrative officer David Brenneman the day after councillors deliberated in closed session following the May 21 committee-of-the-whole meeting.

As well, Sobeys will also speak to neighbouring property owner Villarboit Development Corp. about contributing $10,000 to the commercial policy review. That study, to be carried out within three years, is expected to cost about $100,000, said director of engineering and planning Dan Kennaley. Like Sobeys, Villarboit has also made inquiries about expanding the range of commercial uses on its land in the south end of Elmira. Council’s decision, made official in a special session following a closed-door meeting Tuesday night, came over the pleas of Ann Tomadini, owner of the downtown Elmira Dollar Store. In the earlier committee meeting, she argued the township’s own studies found that allowing more general merchandise retailers elsewhere in the town would have a negative impact on the core, specifidollarama | 4

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Council approves changes to animal control bylaw; township puts on another tag blitz STEVE KANNON Own a dog? Woolwich wants you to keep a tighter leash on it, while it does the same to you. A new animal control bylaw approved this week puts more emphasis on

collecting fees for dog tags, requires proof of rabies vaccination and boosts costs for kennel operators. This week also saw contractors hired by the township out knocking on doors in search of unlicensed dogs in the interest of selling tags.

The new bylaw passed by councillors Tuesday night consolidates four previous bylaws into one document. Kennel owners are the hardest hit, with higher fees and more paperwork. Kennels of four to 10 dogs will now pay a $150 licensing fee, up

from $100. Those with 11 to 25 dogs will pay $175 instead of $125. For those with 26 or more dogs, the fee jumps to $200 from $150, plus a new charge of $20 per dog to a maximum of 50 dogs, the limit for kennels in the township.

For Terri Hanlon-Cushing, a registered breeder of Chihuahuas in Maryhill, the changes add another layer of paperwork while infringing on the privacy rights of her customers, who must now provide identification and more

personal details. “What is wrong with the current bylaw?” she asked in critiquing the changes approved by councillors at the May 21 meeting. “Some of these things are getting ridiculous.” tags | 7

Roof repairs to close Kissing Bridge for two days will sloan Renovations are coming to the West Montrose covered bridge, as the Woolwich landmark will undergo two days of repairs later this month. The bridge will be closed during the day May 28 and 29, and reopened at night. The closure periods will allow the Region of Waterloo to order construction on the bridge’s roof, replacing the ridge cap. The total cost of the repairs will be just shy of $12,000. “We looked at a couple of different options, including partial ridge cap replacement, full ridge cap replacement, and the entire roof replacement, which it doesn’t need right at this moment, so we backed off of that one,” said Shawn Buckley, project manager, transportation infrastructure from the region. “The partial ridge cap wasn’t the best option either – it was best to try to keep it as continuous as we could.” This is just one of a number of improvements to be made to the bridge, which the region has been slowly planning to refurbish since a crack was identified in one of its beams in September. “Additional early warning signage is going to be placed, giving a ‘heads

up’ on the four approach roads,” said Buckley. The signs will specify the threetonne weight limit, and offer alternative routes to over weight vehicles. “We’re also going to add a sign that says it’s a singlelane bridge to yield to oncoming traffic. The signage will make it more official,” added Buckley. At a public consultation held at the Woolwich Township office on February 11, some suggested a posted speed limit of 10 km/h, but Buckley said this idea is no longer on the table. “We shied away from that option at this time because we felt it wouldn’t have as much of an effect as the other signs we’re going to put up. Speed was never much of an issue. We want to be careful not to put up a sign that won’t have much of an impact. It’s very, very hard to enforce a sign of that nature as well.” These changes were outlined to regional council in a report submitted on April 30. Another, larger report for the end of the year will encompass more “big-ticket items” such as interior lighting, possible measures to strengthen the bridge, fire safety measures, and more.

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Artist Trevor Ewert will lead woodworkers on a tour of his Wellesley studio and the surrounding woods, and demonstrate how to make a bowl from a burl.

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Trevor Ewert is Joseph Schneider Haus’ artist-in-residence this year will sloan Bamberg native Trevor Ewert, an artist, wood turner, instrument-maker, and this year’s Joseph Schneider Haus artist-inresidence, has been recognized by the Kitchener museum as a folk artist of significance. But is “folk artist” how Ewert identifies himself? “Not particularly, actually. I don’t really identify myself too much other than, ‘Hi, I’m Trevor,’” said Ewert. Still, he added, “It’s a traditional craft, both instru-

ment-making and woodturning – they’re crafts that have been around for many generations. “I suppose I live in a contemporary world, too, so it’s about being in business in today’s context. I’m not so much a historian, but rather somebody living today, doing something that has been done for a long time, trying to make it work in contemporary times.” As a child, Ewert fell in love with playing the violin; later, after his father took up building violins as a hobby, Ewert discovered

a talent for constructing and selling violin bows. Today, he creates and sells bowls and other woodwork projects, while also pursuing his own muse. The peculiar mixture of artistic interests – solitary and performative, commercial and personal – is currently on display at the Joseph Schneider Haus in Kitchener. Each year, the gallery chooses an artistin-residence to represent traditional craftwork, and this year, Ewert shares the title with his wife, singer/ storyteller/artist/puppeteer

Sarah Granskou. In a pair of upcoming events, Ewert will explore the details of his craft. On June 1 from 1-4 p.m., “Walk the Woodlot” will see Ewert leading interested woodworkers on a tour through the Wellesley woods near his woodturning studio. “We’ll be exploring the forest, looking at different tree varieties and the woods that are most appropriate for woodturning,” Ewert said. The lesson will encompass which woods artist | 7

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cally on her store and The Bargain Shop. “Why ignore the findings of the study?” she asked. Kennaley said he continues to stand by his original planning assessment that the Dollarama store shouldn’t be permitted at the Foodland location, adding the settlement was made to steer clear of an OMB proceeding. “My planning opinion hasn’t changed. “The benefit is that we avoid the risk of spending money on an OMB hearing that we might lose.” In the event of a loss – and the OMB has a long history of siding with developers – the township wouldn’t have got the concessions it did, nor the financial support for the planned review of appropriate commercial development in the community, he said. The deal puts on hold any other development at the site. Sobeys' original request was for a much larger project. Under the original proposal, the

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Foodland would expand into the vacant portion of the existing building, increasing in size to 47,000 square feet from the current 34,000. A 22,000-sq.ft. addition would be built on to the current structure, some 9,000 sq. ft. for a retail outlet such as a dollar store and 13,000 sq. ft. for a mix of retail, services and offices, perhaps including a wine store. Two separate freestanding buildings would be constructed on the west side of the current parking lot, closer to Arthur Street: a 6,900-sq.-ft. unit to house a restaurant with a drivethru (Harvey’s being the name attached to the project at the time), and one of 8,000 sq. ft. Kennaley noted that some of the additions could go ahead at any time, as they don’t require Sobeys to apply for a zone change or Official Plan amendment. The timing for the Dollarama development was not part of the discussion. “I’m under the impression they want to proceed quickly. The ball is in their court,” said Kennaley.

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“They were too longterm to be put in the first report, so they’re going to be put in the second report,” explained Buckley. “I wouldn’t suspect you’d see much of those this year, unless we can get the lighting put together soon, which we might be able to do. We have to go over that with the heritage committees in the township as well for their approval.” The region’s transportation department took over responsibility for restoration of the bridge in April; it was previously run by the Waterloo Region Museum division. “It was determined over time it didn’t quite fit into the same mandate as the museum group,” said Buckley. “We have the resources for road closures and more opportunity for budget.” All construction on the bridge must be considered in balance with the cost/ benefit of upgrades, the bridge’s historical/aesthetic importance, and the terms of its heritage designation.

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Association (CWRA) pointed to a long list of concerns that remain unaddressed, including longstanding issues with noise, traffic and visual impacts, as well as the loss of prime agricultural land. The Hunder application would see aggregate extraction on some 150 acres of land on two farm properties located at 128 Katherine St. S. and 1081 Hunsberger Rd. The operation would see some 500,000 tonnes of gravel extracted each year, with 4.3 million tonnes available. The pit would be bordered by four residential neighbourhoods, including Golf Course Road in Conestogo and Sunset Drive and Meadowbrook Place in Winterbourne. From noise and dust to traffic and property devaluation, the negative impacts would affect hundreds of residents, CWRA argues. Experts hired by CWRA to review the studies submitted by the applicants found a long list of shortcomings, including overall nonconformity to

the township’s planning documents, said Martin Vrbanac. “Based on the information provided, the zone change application and Official Plan amendment should be rejected.” That view was shared by the township’s planning staff, with director of engineering and planning Dan Kennaley recommending councillors vote to oppose Hunder’s actions at the OMB. “We continue to have ... fundamental concerns” with the application, he said of the new studies submitted by Hunder Developments. The OP calls for no unacceptable impacts – noise, visual, traffic and the like – and the proposed pit fails to conform, said Kennaley. Asked by Mayor Todd Cowan about the Region of Waterloo’s position on proposed pit, Kennaley said there are some differences of opinion. While the two municipalities agree the hydrogeological impacts will be manageable, for instance, they differ on the impact on traffic, particularly the Crowsfoot corner. Where the region dismisses

concerns given plans to restructure the troublesome intersection, the township takes a different view, seeing additional truck traffic as a danger and increased risk. “The Crowsfoot intersection is ... another reason it should be denied,” he said of the Hunder application. For Coun. Mark Bauman, the intersection has been a “red flag” since the Hunsberger pit was first proposed some six or seven years ago. “There is a problem there.” While Katherine Street and Sawmill Road are regional roads, Crowsfoot Road belongs to the township, so Woolwich would share in any liability if accidents occur, he noted, adding that, at the very least, the intersection would have to be improved before a gravel pit could even be considered. In the event the OMB overturns Woolwich’s decision, Kennaley said the township has a long list of changes it would press for. The hearing is set to begin on September 3, with 25 days having been set aside for the proceedings.

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Single-source deal for new sweeper Woolwich will spend $223,000 to go upscale with its street-sweeping duties, as council this week approved the purchase of a new vehicle. Unlike the unit it will replace, a standard vacuum-and-rotating-broom model, the new sweeper uses a regenerative air system to clean the roads more efficiently, said public works superintendent Barry Baldasaro. The sweeper will also be equipped with a dustless filtration system. Council waived the usual tender

process to allow for a single-source purchase because the sweeper is a 2012 demonstrator model (a Tymco DST-6) that comes with a savings of some $50,000 over the cost of a new unit. Mayor Todd Cowan was not convinced about the need for the “Cadillac” version of a sweeper, ultimately voting against the purchase. In response to his questions about the extra costs, Baldasaro said the unit is head and shoulders above others on the market. Combined with the filtration system, it will pick up more debris off the roads and generate

less dust (a health benefit). As well, the sweeper doesn’t use any water, unlike conventional units such as the one it will replace in the township. He estimated the current system uses about 4,000 litres per day.

Rezoning approved for Line 86 shop A former woodworking shop on Line 86 east of Elmira, most recently home to a generator supply and service business, can return to its previous use, Woolwich council decided this week.

Meeting Tuesday night, councillors approved a zone change application for property owner Anton Lesar, who requested the rezoning of the small agricultural property at 6259 Line 86 to allow his business, Century Stair Systems, to move into the township, making use of the existing shop. The property has a long history of non-farm use. Past uses include woodworking, recreational trailer sales, and farm equipment sales and service. Lesar’s business, which manufactures pre-fabricated stair systems, would generate less traffic and less noise than the current use. The site was

home to a furniture finishing operation from 1998 to 2007.

Businessman Larry Martin dead at 63

A St. Jacobs businessman who helped shape the development of the village died Monday of a heart attack. Larry Martin was 63. A Woolwich native, Martin worked for the Stone Crock restaurant for more than two decades, eventually managing the St. Jacobs and Elmira locations. When restaurant owner

and head of Mercedes Corp. Milo Shantz was looking for someone to develop a hotel near the farmers’ market and outlet mall, Martin took up the opportunity. He was part of the ownership group when the Best Western St. Jacobs Country Inn was developed in 1997. He retired in 2010 when the group sold the hotel and another in Waterloo to another firm. Following a visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home in Waterloo Thursday and Friday, a memorial service for Martin is to be held Sunday at 3 p.m. at Elmira Mennonite Church.

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Emergency crews on hand for difficult landing at Breslau airport Waterloo Regional Police and emergency crews were at the Region of Waterloo International Airport in Breslau on May 18 in response to a report of a plane in difficulty. The pilot of a two-person plane, a Cessna 172RG, was preparing to land but unable to deploy a portion of the

aircraft’s landing gear. At approximately 04:30 p.m. the plane landed successfully without its complete landing gear deployed. There were no injuries. There was minor damage to the underbelly of the plane and no damage to the airstrip or structures in the area.

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detected a strong odour of marijuana and placed the male driver and two male passengers under arrest and had them exit the vehicle. A search of the vehicle revealed some drug paraphernalia, two boxes of ammunition and an unloaded rifle. It was determined that the passengers had no knowledge of the firearm and were released unconditionally. The driver was charged with unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm while prohibited, knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm, and disobeying a court order. He was held for a court appearance the following morning.

8:00 AM | A fountain and lawn ornaments were taken from a private residence in the 2300 block of Arthur Street North in Elmira. There are no suspects. 7:04 PM | A two-car collision occurred in the 1200 block of Sawmill Road in Woolwich Township. A 20-year-old Teeswater man driving a Ford Fusion struck the rear of a Toyota RAV4 driven by a 53-year-old Woolwich woman. There were no injuries and no charges were laid. 9:58 PM | Police stopped a black Sonoma pickup truck in the area of Nafziger and Erb’s roads for a burned-out tail light. The officer

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7:32 PM | The driver of a truck suffered minor injuries after a twovehicle collision at the intersection of Park and Snyder avenues in Elmira. The driver of a burgundy Toyota was westbound on Park Avenue West when he failed to stop for stop sign and struck a black Silverado Truck that was travelling northbound on

A foursome of Kevin Conlin, Mike Lenaers, Cole Lenaers and Ben Lenaers out for a round of golf at the Elmira Golf Club on May 18 got an eyeful while coming up the eighth fairway when a shed on a neighbouring property burst into flames. [Cole Lenaers / submitted]

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Arthur Street north of Elmira. The bus had children on board at the time but none of the students were injured as a result of the incident. The deer was found dead a short distance away from where it was hit.

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A small financial burden is to be lifted for Wellesley Township’s disabled residents, as council voted unanimously on Tuesday to waive fees for applicants applying for permits for barrier-free ramps in private residences. Currently, Wellesley Township charges a fee from the building department for permits. Coun. Jim Olender introduced the motion noting, “I had somebody call that needed a ramp built to get in and out of the house in a wheelchair … I think these people have enough going on that

they don’t need to be paying for a building permit.” Chief building official Rik Louwagie estimated dealing with such cases would apply to an average of one to two Wellesley residents per year. Citing concern for taxpayers, Mayor Ross Kelterborn suggested an amendment to the motion to encourage applicants to seek other alternatives first. “I was also approached by this request,” he said. “I gave them the address of the social services at the Legion where people can receive extra help. … Possibly people should be asked to apply for this to

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collision occurred in the 3000 block of Lobsinger Line in Wellesley Township. The two vehicles were travelling eastbound when a man from Millbank stopped for traffic and was rear-ended by a second vehicle driven by a Mount Forest woman who was subsequently charged with careless driving.

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see if they can get help. If they can’t get help through the process, then we would think about it.” The waiving of fees will not be automatic, and will be granted only to those who apply. The permit and plans will still have to be approved by the township. The motion applies only to the cost of the building permit, and not construction. Coun. Paul Hergott requested that the motion also specify that the applicant provide a demonstrated need. With these modifications, the motion eventually stated that council would “authorize that building

permit fees for barrier-free ramps at private dwellings be funded from the administration's miscellaneous account, and further, that the applicant be responsible to find a demonstrated need for the barrier-free ramp to the chief building officer prior to such funding approval, and further that the applicant has exhausted all other avenues prior to the building fees being paid through the administration miscellaneous account.” While applicants will still be charged for the permit, this motion means they will be able to apply for a refund.

Members of the Elmira Lions Club had to repair the damage to an arbour at the memorial forest on the Kissing Bridge Trail after vandals tipped over the structure overnight on May 16. [steve kannon/ the observer]

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“What comes with that are restrictive clauses the region will have to follow … that would basically force the region, when they tender public infrastructure projects, to only use contractors that are affiliated with the carpenters’ union,” said Harris, adding that if passed, his bill would open competitive bidding among unions for public infrastructure projects in Ontario. “Hamilton, Toronto, Sault St. Marie, and the Greater Essex County School Board are all locked into this public sector labour monopoly,” said Harris. “I believe it’s not fair for local taxpayers, but more importantly, it’s not fair for companies that are qualified to perform this work, to say, ‘You’re not allowed simply because you’re not affiliated with a particular union.’” While union issues are a political hot potato, Harris emphasized his view that the bill is non-partisan, and noted that at his recent press conference, he was joined by members of the

Christian Labourers Association of Canada. “It’s not a union/nonunion issue. It’s about, if you’re a qualified, unionized, open-shop company, you should have the opportunity to fairly compete for contracts,” said Harris. But not everyone is convinced. Sean O’Dwyer, senior business manager of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, called the bill “political posturing.” “He talks about a legal loophole in outdated labour laws. That’s a pile of garbage,” said O’Dwyer. “What happened with the carpenters is completely within the law, and the labour laws are not outdated. They are living documents, constantly based on precedent, constantly being updated.” O’Dwyer also criticized Harris’ assertion that the present restrictions can drive up costs on infrastructure by 40 per cent. “They’re pulling that out of the air. I can tell you, I’ve never seen a single project in my life that has had 40 per cent of carpentry work in it, period. It’s garbage.”

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are stable or easily degrading, what kinds of fungi lead to unique patterns, and how and where burls develop. “I’ll be cutting up a burl with a chainsaw ‌ it’ll make a big noise, and lots of excitement I’m sure,â€? he deadpanned. The next weekend, on June 8, also at his woodcutting studio, Ewert will show woodworkers the art and craft of creating bowls from burls. While Ewert lives with his wife in Kitchener, he often commutes to his parents’ home in Bamberg to use his workshop by the woods.

Does he feel that southern Ontario plays a large role in his identity as an artist? “I think so,� he replied. “With my woodturning business, I’ve made a commitment that I’m going to use the wood that is local, because it’s accessible and because some of it is extremely beautiful.� The cost of both events is $10, and can be reserved by calling the Joseph Schneider Haus at 519-742-7752. The exhibit “Heartwood: The Arts of Sarah Granskou & Trevor Ewert� is open Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 1-5 p.m., at the Joseph Schneider Haus, 466 Queen St. S.

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In response, clerk Christine Broughton said the new requirements serve to protect the dogs and the kennels by providing a way to trace what happens to them after the sale. While approving the new bylaw, Coun. Mark Bauman pointed out that “unquantifiable elements� such as controls on the barking of a dog – “at what point does it become likely to disturb?� – may be too arbitrary to enforce. Likewise, many people let their dogs run off the leash while in parks or on trails; that’s contrary to the rules, but very difficult to stay on top of. Lacking the manpower to monitor such infractions, said Broughton, the township will work on educating the public about why people should keep their dogs on a leash.

The public will also be mined for more information in order to expand the township’s database of dog owners as Woolwich looks to increase the number of tags it sells. The door-todoor sales that started last year resumed this week in Elmira. The tags cost $25 for spayed or neutered dogs, $35 otherwise. They’re supposed to be purchased by Apr. 15 of each year or within 21 days of acquiring the animal. Typically, owners are charged an extra $15 late fee after Apr. 15, but the regular rates will apply during the sales blitz. Under the new bylaw, the date for buying tags will move forward to March 1 each year. In going door-to-door, the township also hopes to build a database of dog owners, allowing them to send out annual reminders to renew the tags.

Bridgekeepers getting into the swing of heritage preservation efforts Annual golf tournament a fundraiser for West Montrose Residents’ Assoc. ing the inside of the bridge, keeping the area clean and advocating issues relevant to the preservation of the surrounding landscape. The volunteers also spend their time lobbying against industrial or commercial development they believe unsuitable for the area. One of the groups’ proudest accomplishments to date has been the granting of a heritage designation to the area surrounding the bridge. “One of our biggest achievements in the last couple of years has been helping to establish the cultural heritage landscape designation. That’s the equivalent of taking a few square kilometres and nam-

elena maystruk One of summer’s favourite pastimes will combine with environmental and community causes at the annual Kissing Bridge Golf Tournament to be held June 4. The event is organized by the West Montrose Bridgekeepers together with the West Montrose Residents’ Association as a chance to teach people about their efforts and fundraise for future projects, said WMRA co-chair Doug Cerson. "The entire area aside from the physical bridge is kind of stopped in time,� he said of the protected area around the West Montrose covered bridge. Cerson added: “Of course there are a bunch of new homes in the area now but the essence of it, when you’re down by the bridge, is very much something from the 1900s when you are walking around. It’s very, very quiet, very serene and as a community we like to keep it that way. We like to make sure that the bridge stays in good repair and anything we can do to raise awareness and continue to preserve the Kissing Bridge experience is what we try to do.� Fundraisers keep the two groups, under the umbrella of one organization, afloat and allow volunteers to carry out projects like paint-

ing that whole area of historical significance rather than a single building or a single structure,� he said. Multiple heritage defining attributes in the area, including the 137-year-old bridge and 19th century stone cottages, contributed to officially naming the site a cultural heritage landscape in 2012. The tournament will get people involved in the cause on a social level. Many historical places in society, Cerson noted, are bulldozed over to make way for the new. The people who come out tend to be those that have a love for the local community or have a hands-on take on preserving the area.

“[People] who live in the community or just have the very best interests in knowing that a little piece of history is going to stay there. It’s really a fun thank-you day for people in the West Montrose community who are actively helping to preserve the Kissing Bridge experience.� The Kissing Bridge Golf Tournament is set to tee off June 4 at the Ariss Valley Golf & Country Club located at 5700 Line 86 in Ariss. Registration starts at 11 a.m. followed by golfing, a silent auction and a 6 p.m. dinner and awards ceremony. For more information and registration contact golf@bridgekeepers.ca.

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Keep policies that will help deflate housing bubble Changes to borrowing rules that reduce the risk of people defaulting on their mortgages and help ease the unsustainable upward pressure on home prices are a bad thing, say the people who make their living selling such mortgages. The Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals has been whinging about the tightening of mortgage rules –including dropping maximum amortization periods from 30 to 25 years – since they went into effect last summer. First, it was complaints about the drop in the number of resale homes, now the group is prophesising gloom and doom in the construction of new homes. In a report released this week, the organization predicts that by mid-2015, the number of new homes built nationwide will be about 150,000 units annually, a drop of more than 25 per cent from the 205,000 in 2011-2012. As a result, there will be 150,000 fewer construction and indirect jobs, such as in the real estate sector and support industries. CAAMP says 17 per cent of the high-ratio mortgages written in 2010 would not qualify today, including 11 per cent of prospective high ratio homebuyers who wouldn’t qualify under the new 25-year amortization rule. The organization wants to see some easing, essentially getting the government farther back into pumping the real estate market that’s driven a good chunk of the economy while putting Canadians even deeper into debt, all the while excluding growing numbers of people with artificially high prices. The arguments are clearly self-serving. The bigger picture must be taken into account, particularly the on-again, offagain bursting of the housing bubble. A series of reports, from agencies with no horse in the race, unlike CAAMP, raise doubts about the sustainability of a decade-long upward trend that slowed only marginally during the worst of the 2008 recession, the same one that continues to plague housing prices in the U.S., though the market is showing some signs of recovery. There are glaring differences between the housing markets in the two countries. Where the U.S. wilted under foreclosures and soft sales, the Canadian market remained hot in many quarters. On average, homes are twice the cost here than in the U.S., though traditionally the two numbers have been at parity. Even with some easing in Vancouver and Toronto, average home prices remain far out of reach of many residents. None of that sounds sustainable. Some economists and market watchers are waiting on a correction. Still, there are plenty of us who see housing as a safe investment, unlike, for instance, the stock market, which remains volatile. Both markets are a gamble, however, and both were and continue to be heavily manipulated by the financial sector, the very industry responsible for the systemic corruption at the root of our economic woes. Speculation, of course, is another word for gambling. When you buy stocks, you’re betting they’ll go up in price (or down, if you’re shorting). Other than securities, there are a host of speculative investments for those willing to take the risk. Speculation also extends to the housing market. This applies not only to people who buy homes to flip them, or farmland in the hope of a future subdivision, but to many who’ve entered the housing market in recent years. Moves that counter risk and end the speculative aspect of real estate can only be a good thing. The real goal is housing people, after all, and the lower the price, the better.

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Japan is shaking things up with Abenomics WORLD AFFAIRS Shinzo Abe, now six months into his second try at being prime minister of Japan, is a puzzling man. In his first, spectacularly unsuccessful go in 200607, he was a crude nationalist and an economic ignoramus who rarely had control of his own dysfunctional cabinet. By the time he quit, after only a year in office, his popularity rating was below 30 per cent and his health was breaking down. Last December his Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) won a landslide victory in the elections for the lower house of the Diet (parliament), and as party leader he became prime minister again – but what a difference six years makes. He’s still a radical nationalist who on occasion comes close to denying Japan’s guilt for the aggressive wars of 1931-45, but in economics he is now Action Man. His approval rating is currently over 70 per cent. In only six months Abe

has broken most of the rules that defined Japan’s budgetary and monetary policy for the past 20 years, and he has promised to break all the old rules about restrictive trade policies as well. (Together, his new policies are known as “Abenomics.”) He has launched a make-or-break race for growth that only the boldest gambler would risk. Who is this guy, and what happened to change him so much? A resident foreign academic with long experience of Japan once told me that there were only around 400 people who really counted in Japan: they would all fit into one big room. Most of them would be there because their fathers or grandfathers had also been there, and Shinzo Abe would certainly be one of them. Abe’s grandfather, Nobosuke Kishi, was a member of General Tojo’s war cabinet in 1941-45, a co-founder of the LDP in 1955, and prime minister in 1957-60. But heredity does not guarantee competence, and on his first outing in power Shinzo Abe was an embarrassment to the LDP. He has obviously acquired some braver

and perhaps wiser advisers since then, most notably Yoshihide Suga, now chief cabinet secretary. Abe put several ultraright-wing ministers in the cabinet, and it is Suga’s job to keep them from giving voice to their revisionist views on history. “Our cabinet will adopt a unified perception of history,” he told them. “Make no slip of the tongue because it would immediately cost you your post.” He also polices Abe’s own tongue: no more remarks like “It is not the business of the government to decide how to define the last world war” or “comfort women were prostitutes.” Abe doesn’t mind, because he has bigger fish to fry this time round. He has launched a high-risk strategy to break Japan out of 20 years of economic stagnation by cutting taxes, raising government spending, and flooding the economy with cash. One of his first acts was to put his own man in as head of the Bank of Japan, and order him to break the deflationary spiral by adopting a target of two per cent annual inflation.

He has also promised to smash the protectionism that has hampered the Japanese economy for so long, although this will require him to take on the powerful agriculture and small-business lobbies. He has even promised to join the TransPacific Partnership (TPP), an American-led effort to liberalize trade in the region, in order to guarantee that the structural reforms will continue. Structural reforms will have to wait until Abe also has a majority in the upper house of the Diet, which he confidently expects to win in the July elections, but already his strategy is showing results. Economic growth in the first three months of this year equates to about 3.6 per cent annually, more than four times higher than the long-term average of the past two decades, and the Japanese stock market is up 80 per cent since January. The strategy is high-risk because Japanese government debt is already the highest in the developed world: 240 per cent of gross domestic product. If the DYER | 10

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“There probably should be. They’re all crooked.”

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“We don’t need a criminal investigation, but they should dig deeper.”

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"The strategy is high-risk because Japanese government debt is already the highest in the developed world: 240% of GDP." Gwynne Dyer | page 8 HIS view / STEVE KANNON

Kids' lack of activity starts in the home ... and the car EDITOR'S NOTES “Go outside and play,” a popular suggestion when I was kid, seems to be on a dramatic decline: young people just aren’t as active as they once were, especially outside of organized sports and school gym classes. Beyond electronic distractions – kids spend hours glued to the TV, computer, video console, tablet or smartphone – that are making this the most sedentary generation, there are just not enough simple activities such as walking to school. That reality is reflected in the 2013 Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, released this week. The study finds that young people are far too likely to be driven to and from destinations, rather than getting around under their own steam. The report card gives Canadians a “D” grade for active transportation: walking, biking, wheeling, inline

skating or skateboarding to get to and from places such as school, parks and shops. While 58 per cent of parents walked to school when they were kids, for instance, only 28 per cent of their children walk to school today. In addition to this generational shift, 62 per cent of Canadian youth, aged five to 17, use only inactive modes of transportation to get to and from school, the report states. Participation levels for organized sports and school activities have remained relatively stable, but there’s been a marked decrease in the kind of impromptu exercise – walking and biking to get places, pickup sports with friends, and the like – that used to be commonplace. The absence of such activities is largely responsible for the fact just five per cent of young people between the ages of 5 and 17 get the prescribed 60 minutes of physical activity each day, says Jennifer Cowie Bonne, CEO, Active Healthy Kids Canada. Something as simple as walking to destinations less than one kilometre away

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thinking about ways to reverse your kids’ sedentary tendencies. Driving them everywhere – even though you think it’s being helpful – can actually be more harmful. “By driving our kids to and from their destinations, we may be robbing them of an important source of physical activity, and contributing to lifelong unhealthy habits,” says Dr. Mark Tremblay, chief scientific officer with Active Healthy Kids Canada. “Active transportation presents an easy, cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to increase physical activity levels among children and youth, and its benefits are significant. In fact, if we encouraged our kids to walk for trips less than a kilometre, they could bank an additional 10 to 15 minutes of physical activity per trip.” Barriers, such as distance between home and school, as well as safety concerns, have forced our kids into the car and contributed to the decline in active transportation and overall physical activity levels. Today’s fastpaced world finds parents

are more likely to drive their children to their end destination if they perceive that driving them saves time or is more convenient. And while 66 per cent of Canadian adults agree or strongly agree that their neighbourhood is safe for children to walk to and from school, today’s children are less likely to be allowed to walk or bike to neighbourhood destinations without adult supervision. In explaining their decision to drive kids to and from school, parents typically cite concerns about abduction and traffic safety, the latter ironically heightened by the increased number of cars around schools as parents act as shuttle services. U.S. statistics show parents are right to fear their children could be struck by a car – being killed by a car while on foot is the second leading cause of unintentional death in children under the age of 14. The top cause? Being killed while travelling as a passenger in a car. About 50 per cent of children hit by cars near schools are hit by parents of other students,

according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). As for strangers scooping kids off the streets, a U.S. school child is 13 times more likely to die playing football than to be the victim of abduction. Still, there’s a huge psychological barrier to overcome. The media are partly to blame, with reporting on every incident and scare on the continent and leaving the public with the idea things are getting worse. As with other crime figures, the statistics run contrary to perception. As well, parents rushing to get kids out the door as they head off to work enjoy the convenience of doorto-door transportation. Looking to kick the car habit? Parents could start with one trip once a week, encouraging their kids to opt for getting there under their own steam. Maybe even tagging along in some cases to assure themselves the route is perfectly safe, allaying fears that are usually more imagined than real, suggests Cowie Bonne. kannon | 10

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instead of parents driving their kids everywhere would make a big difference. Walking to school is an obvious place to start. “Active transportation can easily be integrated into everyday life at little or no cost. Collective action needs to be taken – by parents and families, policymakers and schools – to ensure that Canadian children and youth are reaping the benefits of active transportation,” she argues. “Schools should consider implementation of safe walk-to-school travel plans and provide bike racks, and government strategies should ensure urban planning that supports safe communities for biking and walking.” The notion of safety is big factor in why fewer children walk to school: their parents tend to be overly paranoid about the risks, even though polls show more than two-thirds of them believe their neighbourhoods to be safe. “We’ve never lived in a safer time,” but many parents behave as if there’s an everpresent danger, she notes. Working on it means

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The European Union last week banned three pesticides (Imidacloprid, Clothianidin and Thiamethoxam) to protect rapidly declining bee populations. Last spring, bee keepers in Canada, US and Europe reported a massive loss of bees. Analysis of the dead bees confirmed they were killed by neonicotinoid pesticides, part of the latest data that led to the EU ban now in effect.

“I think that this whole controversy has reached the stage where we need to have a new set of eyes look at it, that it’s appropriate to put this in the hands of people who are trained to do these kinds of investigations.”

Looking to boost response time in the township, the Region of Waterloo built an EMS station in St. Jacobs. The official opening was held May 22, 2003.

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surge in growth does not last, the government’s income from taxes will not rise (it is no higher now than it was in 1991) and in a few years the debt will soar to an unsustainable level. The country will essentially go bankrupt. Of course, the surge may persist; creating a perception of vigorous growth is half the battle. But why take such a risk? Probably because Abe is keenly aware that Japan had the world’s second-biggest economy when he was prime minister the first time, and now it’s only the

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third-biggest. The country that overtook it was China. For a thousand years China was the dominant power in eastern Asia. Japan wrested that role from it in the late 19th century, but now it’s going back to its natural home – and Abe would do almost anything to prevent that. That’s why he takes such a hard line on the dispute between the two countries over the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands. But much more importantly, he must get the Japanese economy growing again, or the country will end up far behind China. To avoid that, he will take any risk.

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“The first step is always the hardest. If we want our kids to be healthier, we have to work on it.” The alternative is to watch childhood obesity rates climb as kids become

less active, spending more time in front of an electronic screen as unhealthy lifestyle choices become engrained. “The easy choice is the sedentary choice,” she says. But it’s not the right choice.

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Reducing the chance of injury the focus of summer boot camp at WMC Some Sugar Kings players among those taking part in the program developed by team’s fitness coach ELENA MAYSTRUK Every athlete needs a push to become that much better at what they do. Personal trainer Chris Lakoseljac is making improvement a priority for the next few months as his Summer Performance Summit gears up at the Woolwich Memorial Centre. The part-time fitness buff is going into his third season as a fitness coach for the Sugar Kings. This summer project is a first in Woolwich. “It’s for three months, it’s going to be three times a week and it focuses on total body movement,” said Lakoseljac after a Tuesday morning session. Over the next few months, Lakoseljac will work with a group of four athletes to increase their performance in respective sports. The summit is a joint venture with the Sugar Kings and Lakoseljac‘s company Body Strong by Lako. The program runs three times a week, May 20 to August 16, in the Sugar Kings’ change rooms. It will incorporate various fitness techniques not only to give the athletes a total body workout but also decrease the chances of injury. Injuries are always a

concern for athletes, one Lakoseljac tries to address as part of the program. A unique aspect of the fitness training, he said, is time spent working at the beginning and end of each session on increased flexibility and other injury prevention techniques. “I try to reduce injury, and that’s one of the biggest concerns in the season. You don’t want to be injured, but you also want to be explosive and fast, keeping that mobility and flexibility. That’s probably the biggest concern: injury reduction.” The athletes spend their mornings going through a series of workouts with weights and TRX suspension trainers geared at increasing endurance, core stability and play. “The goal is to increase power, speed and conditioning. We do testing at the beginning, which I am doing right now, and by the end of the three months they should see increases in power and speed testing and endurance as well,” he explained. A certified trainer, Lakoseljac has been interested in fitness training since his high school days at Grand River Collegiate Institute. To keep his trainBOOT CAMP | 12

Chris Lakoseljac, the fitness trainer for the Elmira Sugar Kings, opened his summer fitness summit on May 20 at the WMC. [ELENA MAYSTRUK / THE OBSERVER]

Free swim at WMC pool part of Jump Start program ELENA MAYSTRUK The sound of water splashing, the scent of chlorine in the air and squeals of kids: the combination just screams out summer fun. What would the season be without swimming and similar activities? That unhappy prospect is part of the rationale for Saturday’s celebration of Jump Start Day at the Woolwich Memorial Centre pool.

Woolwich Community Services is a partner in the Kitchener-Waterloo chapter of Jump Start, a national program that helps financially disadvantaged kids play sports and participate in recreational activities. The cost of many sports activities is a growing concern for families with low incomes, and Jump Start helps to alleviate those costs to provide greater opportunities for local kids, said WCS execu-

tive director Don Harloff. “We are working handin-hand with Jump Start for Woolwich Township … partnering together to make it affordable and allowable for people in this area with low incomes to have their children go to various recreational activities.” WCS joined the local chapter last August and has seen a strong response from the public. “We’ve had a large vari-

ety of families use the programs since September,” Harloff noted. Today’s afternoon event is free to the public with a choice of a donation. Any donations collected during the event will be funneled into the Jump Start program. Woolwich Community Services serves as a connection between the program and local residents. Eligible residents of Woolwich Township and the northern section of

Wellesley Township can apply for the Jump Start program through the WCS information centre. Applications will be evaluated using Statistics Canada’s low-income cutoffs guide in order to qualify families for the assistance. Jump Start, a program with 332 local chapters, gets kids on the fields and courts by covering team registration, equipment or transportation costs associated with organized

sports. The organization was launched by a Canadian Tire offshoot that also creates sports programs. In the past, the program has recruited the help of local athletes and instructors and received donations from local businesses. Jump Start also helps to staff day camps and remove other financial barriers in communities. The Jump Start Day free swim is taking place at the WMC from 1 to 3 p.m.

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Teaching a man how to fish comes with more than a few complications that. First off, if you give that needy man a carp, fresh out of a murky pond, he probably won’t eat that day. In fact, he probably won’t eat fish ever again. Heck, he might not even consider fishing a viable option. In fact, he’ll probably get a real job and forget all about collecting food from the wild. The second part of that proverb is even more mis-

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money and will eventually grow tired of eating fresh fish.� This is called truth in advertising. I was reminded of this the other day while researching the price of an inflatable portable pontoon boat and trying to figure out if it was worth buying. I do this exercise a lot. It is a complex costanalysis process in which I don’t look at the price in dollars – I convert it into fish. Let’s say the going rate for fish is $3.99 a pound at the supermarket. That means the $900 portable pontoon boat I was looking at would be paid for in full when I catch 226 pounds of

fish – or one five-pound rainbow that looks much bigger in the photo that I send to all my friends. Put that way, I’m pretty sure any angler would agree that I should probably head out and buy two of these pontoon boats – you never know when you’ll need a backup unit. You’re thinking this only because you haven’t yet thrown in the “Just what you need, another boat� factor into the equation. When you factor this in the price skyrockets – especially after your spouse starts really breaking down the statistics of how long it would take an angler of your meagre skill to catch 226 pounds

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Women helping women find success in the business world Inspiring Women event focused on relationship-building, mentoring as equality still remains elusive will sloan In this day and age, it is startling to hear that women still face inequality in the workplace, and yet plenty of statistical and anecdotal evidence tells us this is so. And when it comes to navigating the tricky waters of gender in the workplace, those of us who have never, ever had to think about the issue (read: men) probably aren’t the ones to offer the most cogent analysis. Now entering its seventh installment, September’s Inspiring Women event seeks to “celebrate women in business, entrepreneurship and corporate leadership” through a variety of workshops and guest speakers with female professionals. So: what, exactly, are some of the challenges that are specific to women? “Kids!” said Teri Hetherington, events coordinator with the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, startlingly quickly. As anyone who has had kids knows, this extends far beyond a mere nine months of pregnancy. “I know in my household, I’m the picker-upper, the dropper-off when it comes to sports. … It’s a mental strain on you: are your kids being educated? Are your kids being watched? All those different things that encompass caring for a dependent,”

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sen. “We tried to get a good cross-section of industries and leaders,” said Tedesco. “A lot of different stories, hopefully for women to relate with.” Regarding Magee, Hetherington noted, “Everyone knows her jingle, she’s a

Part of the allure of local food is that it’s alleged by its supporters to be healthier for people who consume it. This is still unproven. But it does reinforce the suggestion that while farmers are indeed in the food production business, their efforts are really about health. That’s the word this week from Kentucky, where a delegation of Canadian agricultural researchers, business people and media joined more than 2,000 other delegates from 72 countries for the 29th annual Alltech international symposium. Alltech is a global animal health and nutrition company, with its Canadian headquarters in Guelph. One of the symposium’s closing speakers, former European Food Safety Authority chair Dr. Patrick Wall, urged the agricultural sector to see itself differently. “We are in the human health business,” he said. “Doctors and nurses are in the sickness business. Our most valuable asset is not your farm, or your stock or shares, it’s your health and the health of your friends and family.”

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Chamber of Commerce event planners Julie Tedesco and Teri Hetherington are bringing prominent female professionals such as Christine Magee, Jeanne Beker and Linda Hasenfratz to the upcoming Inspiring Women event. [will sloan / the observer] she said. Of course, there are other challenges. Events manager Julie Tedesco added, “Sometimes just finding a mentor that’s a woman that has gone through the same path and can relate, it sometimes seems like it’s easier for men to do that relationship-building. … I think it’s still fairly

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According to Wall, the problem with the food chain is that consumers believe there’s a straight line from farm to fork. And there is, if they buy local food at the end of a farmer’s lane or a farmers’ market. But by far, despite the local food movement’s popularity and relevance, that’s not where most food comes from. Wall says misunderstandings about the roles of the many players in our modern agricultural

system can leave consumers disconnected, confused and uncertain about issues related to food processing, feeding a rising population, agriculture for fuel versus food, and inconsistent regulations among countries. So, he’s urging action. He wants agricultural corporations to develop a safe-food culture at the leadership level, which includes being proactive about their activities with consumers and the media. Indeed, some stories are not easy to explain. How-

ever, keeping in mind Wall’s parting reminder – “Everything an animal eats - so do we” – production stories are vital to help people understand what’s going on behind the scenes and on the farm. For example, when it comes to livestock feed – the most expensive part of raising a food animal – farmers test it for mold and harmful mycotoxins, which can develop in storage. Of course, farmers avoid feeding contaminated feed to livestock. At some level,

it can be toxic and make the animals sick. Once, they thought contamination-free feed existed. But sometimes, when they’d give their animals such feed, they’d still get sick. Here’s why. At the Alltech symposium, mycotoxin experts including University of Guelph professors Herman Boermans, Niel Karrow and Trevor Smith noted that thanks to improved detection technology – an effort in which Alltech was involved significantly

– researchers have now identified 37 different mycotoxins. A decade ago, they could only find about a half dozen. As well, researchers know as much as 98 per cent of all feed has at least one mycotoxin, and 93 per cent has more than one. What does that all mean? Minute-level contamination detection has improved everywhere, not just in agriculture. The numbers – not to mention the names of certain potentially toxic substances – sound scary.

But are they? That’s what researchers need to find out now, and they need support to do it. Their next step is to create a database of these mycotoxins, figure out toxicity levels and help farmers make better-informed management decisions about their feed. This research warrants support. Its results could significantly influence food safety – for animals and humans – not to mention food exports to other nations, who demand that we adhere to extremely high standards.

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radio celebrity, but she also has a very interesting story, working her way up and founding the company. I mean, everyone knows Sleep Country Canada.” Three professional development workshops will explore the ins-and-outs of personal branding, mentoring, and networking. “It’s real networking for strategic growth – how are we networking so it’s not just us going out as friends,” said Tedesco. She added that the workshops will explore “how to meet the community players, and connecting with the community.” In a new addition to the event, a “Dress for Success Drive” will accept donations for business clothing, shoes, and accessories for the Green Door working centre, to be given to local women entering the work-

force. “The main idea is hearing stories from these successful women who have made their way to the top of their industry, and hearing how they got there and made it through,” said Tedesco. This marks the first year the Waterloo Region Small Business Centre has partnered with the Chamber of Commerce, and the first year Tedesco and Hetherington have organized the event, the lineup for which was announced this week as tickets went on sale. They have high hopes that the event will be impactful. “It’s also about breaking down barriers,” said Tedesco. And, to illustrate the point, she cites an example close to home: “The chamber comes, and sometimes people think it’s an old boys’ network. It’s not an old boys’ network at all.”

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Country’s musical roots on display for all to hear throughout the summer Lynn Russwurm’s popular Elmira Showcase Concert series returns to the Gore Park bandstand starting next Sunday WILL SLOAN If you devote such a large part of your life to country and bluegrass music that it becomes part of your identity – as a performer, collector, dealer, and general enthusiast – it may be difficult to explain why. Still, as Lynn Russwurm prepares for another year of his Elmira Showcase Concert series, he entertains the question: “why country and bluegrass?” “I’ve been in country all my life – I’ve been performing for all my life,” says Russwurm in his Floradale home, a place bursting with CDs, LPs, books, and assorted knickknacks from the past century of popular culture. “Bluegrass is part of country music. Originally there wasn’t a distinction.” He continues, “It’s an honest music, and bluegrass musicians are some of the greatest musicians who don’t have any training, but they’ve got natural skill. It’s a natural kind of a music – very basic, and complex, too.” Now in his eighties, Russwurm still recalls falling in love with the sound. “My dad had a pile of 78s and a record player, and I’d play them, and I loved

Floradale musician and producer Lynn Russwurm’s concert series is entering its fourth season. Russwurm himself will take the stage as part of his group Two Plus Who. those records.” Does he still have any of them? “I’ve probably got a few of them. I’ve expanded my collection – I’ve got about 8,000 records.” The collection covers both floors of his house, plus his barn and a storage unit. “Country music has been with me all my life. That’s the only kind of

music I really liked. I’ve played other kinds of music, but country is what I listen to.” Spreading his love of country was a chief motivation for launching the Elmira Showcase Concerts, which highlight performers both local and far-flung. Now entering its fourth year, the series has seen its Sunday night

Russwurm has been collecting country and bluegrass records since his childhood. [WILL SLOAN / THE OBSERVER]

crowds swell from 200 to an average of 600, and its schedule expand from two to three months. As the series’ profile has grown, so has the roster of talent available: local acts alternate with well-regarded performers from across Ontario and beyond. “These are some of the top bluegrass bands in Ontario,” says Russwurm.

“Randy Morrison has been the top fiddle and bluegrass player for the last two or three years. Rhyme ‘N’ Reason has been a top band for a number of years. “There are a lot of bluegrass festivals on weekends, and after, a lot of people will hurry here to come take in a Sunday night concert.”

This year’s series will be a mix of returning favourites and new discoveries. Groups that are new to the series include Rural Appetite, Rescue Junction the Muir Family, as well as Two Plus Who – a bluegrass partnership that Russwurm formed with dobro guitar player Bob Tremblay. We’ve heard of country music evolving over the decades – 1940s superstar Elton Britt, a favourite of Russwurm’s, was hardly the same as, say, Chris Daughtry. How does Russwurm feel about this shift? “Well, I don’t listen to the radio – I don’t really know what’s out there today,” he says. “It’s very rock-oriented. There’s some good stuff coming out, but… if I listen to music, I listen to old records or tapes or CDs.” He adds, “A lot of the dealers look at what’s coming out of Nashville as garbage. The old music is the music, as far as us oldtimers are concerned.” The Elmira Showcase Concert series takes place every Sunday night in June, July, and August at the Gore Park bandstand, 7-9 p.m. Bluegrass Edition will take the stage on June 2 to open the season.

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Responsibilities: • Speak with both personal lines and commercial clients and offer options and professional advice • Ability to respond to a high volume of calls on a daily basis • Respond to client requests and inquiries in a prompt and professional manner • Review and process renewal and endorsement requests • Service new clients and accounts • Claim counsel our clients Personal Characteristics: • Great attitude • Professional, friendly and courteous in all interactions • High achiever and results oriented • Excellent customer service skills • Team player adaptable to a changing environment • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Focused with great planning and strong organizational skills RIBO licence or insurance experience preferred

Sip & Bite Wait Staff needed, experience preferred. Dishwashers also required.

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HELP WANTED COOKS REQUIRED - full-time or part-time. Must have transportation. Experience an asset but will train. Commercial Tavern, Maryhill. 519-648-3644.

CHILD CARE RETIRED REGISTERED NURSE has vacancies for before and after school care and school holidays. For more information call Val 226-220-4494, Elmira.

We invite you to find out more about this exciting job opportunity in a very friendly work environment by forwarding your resume to shane@ vanallen.ca or mail/drop off to 622 Elma Street West, Listowel, Ontario N4W 1W3 or drop off in person. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. CHILD CARE REQUIRED NANNY WANTED IN our home. 4-5 days a week, 8a.m. - 6 p.m. Child care for our baby girl who will be 1 yr old Jan. 25, 2014. Start date Jan. 17th, 2014. Pets in home, light housekeeping. In Elmira, 5 minute walk to downtown, library, park, rec centre. Competitive wage. Please email tamiharvey@yahoo.com or call 519-669-915 .

HEALTH CARE DETOX FOOT BATH by Synergy DTX. $38+tax per treatment. The Health & Wellness Shop, 4 Hachborn St. 519-276-2423.

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VIEWING : Sun. May 26th noon - 4pm or by appointment. FOR: Tony Valvassori LOCATION: 102 Forestwood Drive, Kitchener, Ontario PROPERTY INFO: Approx 1900 sq ft back split on large size lot. 3 bedroom & additional bedroom. Double car garage, close to schools & shopping. Excellent location just off Fisherhalman, a stone throw from Sunrise Shopping Center. A property with potential not to miss, in a sought after area. Property sells at 12 noon. HOUSEHOLD CONTENTS: 1-2 dr FF fridge, 30” Gas stove, 30” Electrical stove, One upright Woods 18cft freezer, Electro lux commercial grade hd vacuum, Carpet cleaner, 2 filter queen vacuums, 51” round marble table c/w star marble pedestal, Large double country style wardrobe, Large wrought iron wine rack, Italian brass foot & head board queen- no mattress, Solid marble dining suite c/w 8 fan back wooden chairs & 76”x39” table on marble base, Cherry/fruit wood secretariat complete with Pigeon hole pencil drawers (rare piece), 4 pc custom made living room sofa set, Variety of marble bases & statue holders, Large 3 section lacquer wall unit c/w pull out TV shelf- unusual piece, Grandmother clock, Large quantity of quality figurines & collectables, Large collection of new & used lamps, 6 ½ foot solid chestnut wall sideboard, 7 pc Hauser patio set all metal c/w 4 chairs- table- tea wagon & patio table. MISC: A large quantity of hand tools- garden tools- tool boxes- welding kit etc, Mastercraft 10 hp 33” snow blower, Large quantity of flower pots, Patio set c/w umbrella, Portable show booth easy to assemble & tear down, Rain barrels, Wheelbarrow & lots more not mentioned. NOTE: Tony owned Valvassori Interiors in Kitchener until retirement. He kept a lot of quality pictures, paintings, figurines, bronze statues, marble cast decorations etc. Over the years he acquired a great quantity of collectables. This will be a large sale with great variety & quality. Property Terms: $20 000 down on day of sale. Balance in 30 days.

Any announcements day of sale take precedence over ads. Proprietors & Auctioneer not responsible for accidents day of sale. TERMS: Cash or Cheque with Proper ID

Kurtz Auctions Inc. Ariss Ontario Auctioneer: Brian S. Kurtz – 519-836-0342 Visit us on-line: www.kurtzauctionsinc.com

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AUCTIONS

AUCTIONS

AUCTION SALE OF tractor, riding lawn mowers, sports memorabilia, household effects, antiques and miscellaneous items, To be held at 2527 Notre Dame, Wilmot Twp. (2 miles north of St. Agatha), for Rob Bezeau and Paula Frost, With additions from Sam & Mary Lou Gingerich, Baden, on Saturday, May 25th @ 12:00 noon. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.

SAT. MAY 25 at 1:00pm Property auction of a 4 bedroom bungalow with attached garage situated in a sought after area of town to be held at 59 Mill St. east in Milverton for Seranus and Darlene Kuepfer held in conjunction with Kuepfer Auctions. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555 www.jantziauctions.com

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AUCTIONS WED. MAY 29 at 10:00am Clearing auction sale of household effects; furniture; antiques; tools; collectables; and miscellaneous items to be held at the St. Jacob’s Community Centre in St. Jacob’s for a Waterloo estate with additions. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555. www.jantziauctions.com

LOST & FOUND

AUCTIONS SAT. JUNE 1 at 8:30am Annual 3 ring consignment auction of woodworking equipment; farm machinery; hobbyist lumber; lawn and garden equipment; new and used furniture; household effects; and miscellaneous items to be held at the Bauman Logyard 6408B Yatton Sideroad Wallenstein. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555 www.jantziauctions.com

DODGE RAM TRUCK keys and key fob lost. $20 reward. Please call 519-498-9371.

AUCTIONS

RENTALS

SAT. JUNE 8 at 10:00am Clearing auction sale of property including a yellow brick 2 storey house; scooter; household effects; antiques; collectables; lawn and garden and miscellaneous items to be held at 191 Jacob St. in New Hamburg (off Boullee) for the estate of the late Giuseppe (Joe) Vitello. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555. www.jantziauctions.com

BRIGHT, SPACIOUS, 1-BEDROOM apartment in quiet building. Ideal for non-smoking mature tenant. Close to downtown. Phone 519-669-3423.

TRADES & SERVICES DO YOU NEED Your Garden tilled? I will do it for you. Call 519-669-2043.

TRADES & SERVICES DRYWALLER & CARPENTER looking for work. Sprayed ceiling California or popcorn. Taping & prime paint walls. Install doors, casing & baseboard. 519-669-5866, Don. DUMP TRAILER FOR Rent with own hydraulics. 8’x12’ enclosed trailer with walk on ramp also available. Call 519669-2688, cell 519-404-6622. CONTINUED ON PG. 26

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HEALTH CARE CONVERT YOUR WATER with the Synergy Stick to 9.5ph positive. Makes up to 1000 bottles. Our opening special $35 each. The Health and Wellness Shop, 4 Hachborn St. W., St. Jacobs. 519-276-2423. HIMALAYAN SALT LAMPS, also known as “The Vitamins of Air” Hand crafted from the foothills of the Himalayas salt crystal rocks. The Health and Wellness Shop, 4 Hackborn St. W., St. Jacobs. 519-276-2423. WHOLE BODY VIBRATION by Synergy Vibe. Take the work out of work out. $38+tax per month membership. Open 6 days a week. The Health & Wellness Shop, 4 Hachborn St., 519-276-2423.

ELECTIONS to the BOARD of DIRECTORS of the WATERLOO REGIONAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION The WATERLOO REGIONAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION is a non-profit Corporation funded by Regional Council for the purpose of assisting organizations and individuals in the preservation of the heritage and culture of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. The By-laws of the Foundation provide for the election of ten members-at-large to its Board of Directors. As of the Annual Meeting, there will be five (5) vacancies to be filled.

FOR SALE SUMMER SALE! MAY 28 June 15. Ice cream Chapmans, 2L, original $2.99, Chapmans, 2L, premium $3.99. 20kg Redpath white sugar $19.50. 20kg Keynote all purpose flour $18.50. Dutch Mill drink crystals 459g $1.99. Red Hot wieners $1.99. Tide, 6.29kg $21.25. Fabrics 10% off. Tomato hoops $6.25 each while quantities last. Hillcrest Home Baking , Floradale. 519-669-1381.

AUCTIONS AUCTION SALE OF Tractors, machinery and miscellaneous items, to be held at 8311 Concession, Mapleton Twp. approx. 2 miles Southeast of Moorefield (east off County Rd. 10, northwest of Conestogo Lake, for Jacob Hildebrandt, on Friday, May 24th @ 11:00 a.m. Gerber Auctions Ltd. 519-699-4451.

ELECTIONS WILL BE HELD at the ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING JUNE 11, 2013 The Board of Directors meets at 6:30 p.m. on the 4th Tuesday of each month, except July, August and December, in the Conference Centre, Regional Administration Building, 150 Frederick Street, Kitchener, Ontario. Applications may be obtained at the Regional Clerk’s Office, 2nd Floor, Regional Administration Building, 150 Frederick Street, Kitchener, at the website (www.wrhf.org) OR by calling 519-575-4732 and should be returned to the Foundation Secretary on or before Friday June 7, 2013 at 4:30 p.m.

CLEARING AUCTION SALE of property, Fri, May 24 at 5:00 PM, including a 3 bedroom brick raised bungalow; household effects; antiques; collectables; tools; and miscellaneous items to be held at 601 Green Meadow Cres in Waterloo off Northlake Dr. for Mary Ann Jantzi. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555 www.jantziauctons.com SAT. MAY 25 at 8:30am annual Mennonite Relief sale of quilts; new and used furniture; miscellaneous items to be held at the New Hamburg Arena on Jacob street for the Mennonite Central Committee. Jantzi Auctions Ltd, 519-656-3555 www.jantziauctions.com

E. Flewwelling, Foundation Secretary WATERLOO REGIONAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION 2nd Floor, Clerk’s Office, Regional Administration Building 150 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J3

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REAL ESTATE LISTINGS

Make Your Next Home Your Dream Home!

NEW LISTING

$484,652

1.37ACRE LOT AT EDGE OF TOWN!

Linwood - Stunning side split backing onto countryside. Truly a rare find. Large kit w/French dr walk-out to deck overlooking large treed yard & play centre. Gleaming hardwood floors in large living room. Ceramic tile in kit, foyer, baths & upper floor laundry. Family rm French door walk-out to yard, perfect spot for hot tub! Geothermal heating system & in-floor heating throughout main floor, family rm, upper bath as well as unfinished basement. MLS 1325028. Call Alli or Paul direct.

$500.00

will be made with every home bought DONATION or sold by Paul or Alli in Woolwich.

WELCOMING SEMI

Elmira - Welcoming Semi detached home with single

garage. Complete with neutral décor, Spacious bright foyer, open eat-in Kit, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Large living room could be used as dining room and living room. Master bedroom featuring ensuite and walk-in closet. Unfinished basement, waiting for your finishing touches. 5 appliances included. MLS 1322085. Call Paul and Alli direct.

Alli Bauman

CALL DIRECT

CALL CALL DIRECT DIRECT

$459,000 EXTRAORDINARY FLOOR PLAN

basement it is move in ready! Perfect for entertaining w/open foyer & huge sep dining rm. Fantastic living room w/2 storey ceilings, lots of windows, gas fp & open to upstairs hallway. Lg master w/2 closets, ens incl whirlpool bath & shower. Convenience at it best w/MF laundry & Mud room off garage. MLS 1317575 Call Paul or Alli direct.

519-577-6248

519-503-9533

www.elmiraandareahomes.com

www.homeswithpaul.ca

LARGER THAN IT LOOKS!!

Elmira - Excellent opportunity! This 3 bedroom home

is equipped with huge living room addition (2004) lots of windows, cathedral ceiling and walk out to two tier deck. Big dinette, main floor master bedroom and main floor laundry! Large finished rec room and games room. Corner lot with mature trees Located on a quiet street close to park. MLS 1324819. Call Paul or Alli direct.

$375,000

INDUSTRIAL

Elmira - Zoned M-2, This 1850 sqft: Industrial/Mfg 1,460sqft, Office 400sqft. Bay Size 18.5X32'. Power/Amps: 208/220 Volts/200. Furnace 2007, East Roof New 2013, West roof 2004. New Windows 2012, Soffit 2012. Office & Warehouse Space 31x60 Building. Features: Ceiling Fans, Natural Light - Windows, Suspended Ceilings, Finished Office Space, Air Lines, Floor Drains, Fenced Yard, Paved Yard. Including: Hot water heater, air compressor. MLS 1321454. Call Paul or Alli direct.

FINISHED TOP TO BOTTOM!

Elmira - Just move in & enjoy this fabulous family

home! Stunning, bright 2 storey foyer. Attractive hardwood & ceramic throughout main floor. Large eat-in kit w/slider to deck, great for entertaining. Separate dining room off living room. Master bedroom complete w/ ensuite & walk in closet. Finished basement w/lg rec room. Located less than a block to the rec complex. MLS 1324371. Call Paul or Alli direct.

$379,000

$295,000

Elmira - Full of natural light. 4 bdrms, 4 baths & lg fin’d

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

LUXURIOUS CONDO LIFE!!

Kitchener - This updated Modern Condo features 2 large Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Separate Dining Room and In-suite Laundry. Laminate flooring, Bathrooms 2013, Kitchen cabinets 2009. Building amenities include: Controlled entry, Underground parking, exercise room, pool, sauna, elevators, controlled entry, party and games room. Close to: Conestoga College, shopping, Easy 401 access and close to trails. MLS 1324629. Call Paul or Alli Direct.

$265,000

$269,000

Paul Martin

$259,000

$194,000

UPDATED TIMELESS BEAUTY

Elmira - Exceptional home with many updates including:

electrical, plumbing, bathrooms, windows, roof, fenced yard, and more. Main Bathroom has been totally renovated. 9 ft ceilings on main floor and main floor laundry. Carpet free with original hardwood floors throughout. 22 ft x 12.5 ft garage with basement walk up. Close to recreation complex and amenities. MLS 1321454. Call Paul or Alli direct.

SPACIOUS & GREEN SPACE

Elmira - This home was built with family in mind! The huge eat-in kitchen is complete with breakfast bar and walk out to large deck overlooking green space. Spacious bedrooms and large master complete with 2 walk-in closets and ensuite. Finished rec room with laminate floors and ample storage space. Potential for main floor office with separate entrance. New roof May 2013. MLS 1324360 . Call Paul or Alli Direct.

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Saturday May 25th is JUMPSTART day. Come be a part of something amazing - helping kids from financially disadvantaged families in your community get involved in sport & recreation.

The Township of Woolwich and Woolwich Community Services invite you to SWIM FREE with a Jumpstart Donation Saturday May 25, 1 - 3 pm Woolwich Memorial Centre Tax receipts will be issued for donations $20+

Empty your drawers & bring along your Canadian Tire Money!

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CELEBRATING VICTORIA DAY IN CONESTOGO

CLASSIFIEDS CONTINUED GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

2 FAMILY GARAGE Sale, Elmira - 23 Nightingale Crs. Sat. May 25 7:30am to 1pm. Household items and lots of kids toys. COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Golf Course Road Conestogo. Sat. May 25m 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Many homes participating. Too many items to list, come see for yourself.

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ELMIRA - 3 Raising Millgate. Fri, May 24 4pm - 7pm & Sat, May 25 8am-1pm. Something for everyone. MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE, May 25. Elmira - Poffenroth Path. Books, toys, tools and baby/kids clothing and gear. Rain date June 1. GARAGE SALE - 8 Bluebird Pl., Elmira. Sat. May 25, 8 a.m. Clearing items for sold house.

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE - 16 Nightingale Cres. Friday, May 24th 10 - 8 p.m., Saturday, May 25th 8-2 p.m. Skylanders, Xbox 360 games, ipod touch, Nintendo 3DS & games, PSP & games, garden wagon, Royal Doulton figurines, Kranked bike, Partylite, furniture - recliner, antique rocker, garage door opener, toys, microwave, rocking horse, household items & much, much more!

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE - Sat. May 25, 7a.m. - noon. 37 & 35 Parkview Dr., Wellesley. Household items, toys, Bowflex, cedar chest, large bird cage and much more! MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. 46 Muscovey Dr., Elmira. Fri., May 31 10am - 6pm & Sat, June 1, 8am-noon. WEST MONTROSE COMMUNITY Garage Sale. May 25, 8am to 2pm.

BARN-RAISING TECHNIQUES APPLIED TO HOME BUILD

Old Colony Mennonite Church volunteers commenced a ‘barn raising’ for a Menno Homes’ low-income housing build in Wellesley Village on May 17. Mike Gondosh, who donated the first floor of the house, Menno Homes project manager Arnie Bender, volunteer foreman John Bauman and Menno Homes president Martin Buhr take in the work. [ELENA MAYSTRUK / THE OBSERVER]

NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING Tuesday June 18, 2013 7:00 p.m. Township Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira Regarding Janet Dettwiler – Zone Change 5/2013 Take Notice that in accordance with the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended, the Township of Woolwich has received a complete application for the above noted proposed Zoning By-law amendment as detailed below. Please be advised that Notice of a Complete Application does not indicate whether the municipality is in support of, or in opposition to the proposal. That determination will be made at a later date. The Township of Woolwich will hold a Public Meeting, under Sections 34 of the Planning Act, to consider the following zone change applications. No decision will be made at this meeting; its purpose is to provide additional information to the public and agencies and to receive comments and information from them. Any persons may attend the public meeting and make written and / or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed applications. Janet Dettwiler – Zone Change 5/2013 The Township has received a Zone Change application from Janet Dettwiler for a 1.8 hectare property located at 897 St. Charles Street West and described as James Wilson Tract Part Lot 6 in the Township of Woolwich (see Map 1). The property is designated Rural Land Use in the Township’s Official Plan and is zoned Agricultural (A) with site specific provisions permitting a garden suite (mobile home) as a Temporary Use until June 1, 2013. The purpose of the application is to extend the Temporary Use By-law for an additional three-year period to allow the mobile home to remain on the property. The mobile home is currently occupied by the applicant’s father-in-law.

The park in Conestogo was the place to be May 18 as the community got ready for the annual Victoria Day fireworks display. Gabriel, Mackenzy, Rachel, Abby, Carrie, mom Julia and dad Edward Welch enjoy some time on the jungle gym while waiting for darkness to fall. [ELENA MAYSTRUK / THE OBSERVER]

Please Note: APPEALS: If a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of the Council of the Township of Woolwich in respect of the proposed zoning by-laws does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Council of the Township of Woolwich before the proposed zoning by-law amendments are passed: a) the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Township of Woolwich to the Ontario Municipal Board; and b) the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.

NOTIFICATION: If you wish to be notified of additional Township public meetings or Township staff reports regarding these applications you must make a written request to Engineering and Planning Services at the Township of Woolwich at the address shown at the top of this page. If you cannot attend the meeting, you can express your concerns/comments about the proposed change in writing to the Township of Woolwich. Any comments received on or before June 11, 2013 (Note that this date is before the public meeting) will be included in a report prepared by Engineering and Planning Services and presented at the Public Meeting. Any comments received after the Public Meeting, but prior to Council making a decision on the applications, will also be considered. The personal information accompanying your submission is being collected under the authority of the Planning Act and may form part of the public record which may be released to the public. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Records and Freedom of Information Officer at 519-669-6005 or 519-664-2613 ext. 6005. MORE INFORMATION: The public may view planning documents and background material relating to this application at the Township of Woolwich, Engineering and Planning Services Department between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or on the Township website at www.woolwich.ca. Questions or written submissions may be directed to: Township of Woolwich Engineering and Planning Services Department Box 158, 24 Church Street West, Elmira, Ontario N3B 2Z6 Telephone: 519-669-1647 / 519-664-2613, extension 6040 or email: nthompson@woolwich.ca Dated at the Township of Woolwich this 25th day of May, 2013

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FAMILY ALBUM BIRTHDAY

BIRTHDAY

DEATH NOTICE

Happy 40th Birthday Chris!

Roger Shantz Is Turning 60!

ECKERT, PETER VINCENT | (April 16, 1943 - May 20, 2013) of Maryhill. HUNSBERGER, PATRICIA ANN | Passed away peacefully on Friday, May 17, 2013 at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, at the age of 72 years, of Elmira. LOGEL, CLARE STEPHEN | 1932 - 2013 Passed away peacefully, at home, surrounded by his family, on May 20, 2013 at the age of 80 years.

Please Come And Celebrate With Us!! June 1st @ The Sava Club in Breslau 6pm Sharp For The Surprise! Light Meal Provided With Cash Bar Then Dance The Night Away! Live Music By Shantz Station ***Best Wishes Only***

Love Octavia, Odessa and Chris

MARTIN, LARRY (LAURENCE) A. | 1949 - 2013 Of St. Jacobs, died unexpectedly, as the result of a massive heart attack, on Monday, May 20, 2013, at the age of 63.

STAG & DOE

ANNIVERSARY

Stag & Doe for

Happy 50th Anniversary

Murray & Vera Buehler

ZEHR, GERALD AARON | 1931 - 2013 Gerry slipped peacefully away on Sunday, May 19, 2013 to his eternal reward from Grand River Palliative Care, Freeport, at age 81. Born November 11, 1931 in Wellesley.

Liz Bruce & Andy Gingrich

REMEMBER AND Come and Celebrate with Vera and Murray on 50 years of marriage at an Open House, Sunday, May 26th, 2013 from 2-4 p.m. At Waterloo North Mennonite Church, 100 Benjamin Road, Waterloo. Best wishes only please. Your presence is our gift.

CELEBRATE Friday, May 31st, 8:00pm, Woolwich Community Centre, 31 Parkside Dr. St. Jacobs. Please join us for music, dancing, awesome prizes, midnight buffet and good times! Bus back to CT.

LOVED ONES HERE

IN MEMORIAM

CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES.

Karl Emil Motz

COME ON! WE KNOW YOU HAVE GREAT FAMILY PHOTOS, WHY NOT SHOW THEM OFF IN THE OBSERVER.

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Family was everything to Albert. He is survived by his dear wife and constant companion, Irene (Lebold), with whom he shared 68 years of marriage that demonstrated mutual support and love for each other. He was a loving and supportive father to Mary Jane and Wayne Schwartz of Wellesley, Mark and Shelley Erb of Elmira and Jim and Marianne Erb of Waterloo. Grandpa was extremely proud of his seven grandchildren whom he showered with his unconditional love and bags of cheesies; Matthew and Trevor Schwartz, Kim and her husband Shawn Green, Stephanie and her husband Ben Gunn, David Erb and his wife Leanne Baer, Michael and his wife Diana Erb and Rudy Vincent and his wife Brandi Barens. His life was blessed with 11 great-grandchildren whom he adored; Blake, Aleenah, Evan, Addison, Kenzie, Cecilia, Oliver, Elliott, Katie, Jacquie and James. He will be fondly remembered by Ireneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother and sisters, Irv and his wife Grace Lebold of Brantford, Doris Jantzi of Exeter, Betty Mitchell of Waterloo, and nine nieces and nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his parents Salome Boshart and Menno O. Erb, a sister in infancy and brothersin-law Orval Jantzi and Ernie Mitchell. Albert was a man of impeccable integrity â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a living example to his family, friends and community. His strong faith in God was at the core of his life and evident in how he lived each day and treated others. During his life, Albert gave years of volunteer time to his beloved and supportive community of Wellesley, where he owned and operated Erb Farm Supply. He was Mayor of Wellesley Township for 11 years, a member of Waterloo Regional Council and a dedicated volunteer with many community and church related organizations. Albert was a faithful member of Erb Street Mennonite Church. With Ireneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistance, he took great delight in his lawns and flower beds at the community pond in Wellesley, at Chesley Lake and Erb & Good Family Funeral Home. Friends and relatives are invited to share their memories of Albert with his family at the Futher-Franklin Funeral Home in Wellesley on Friday, May 24 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Visitation will continue at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo on Sunday, May 26 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. A service to give thanks for his life and faith will be held at Erb Street Mennonite Church, 131 Erb Street West, Waterloo on Monday, May 27 at 11 am, with Rev. Eleanor Epp-Stobbe officiating. Interment will follow in Erb Street Mennonite Cemetery. Following the committal service at the cemetery, friends and relatives are invited to return to the church for refreshments and a time to visit with the family.

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Condolences for the family and donations to Aldaview Residential Services, New Hamburg, where Albert and Ireneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest grandson Matthew lives, would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through either funeral home, Futher-Franklin Funeral Home at 519.656.2880 or Erb & Good Family Funeral Home www.erbgood.com or 519.745.8445.

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11-year-old St. Clements boy and his team, Derek’s Destroyers, help boost fundraising effort elena maystruk Last year Tracey Beam watched as her son Derek took off from the starting line during the Arthritis Society’s annual fundraising walk in Kitchener. Derek’s Destroyers, a team of family and friends, were right behind him en route to becoming the top fundraising team in the country for the organization. This year, as the event nears, he’s been named an arthritis hero for the Waterloo-Wellington area. “The one reason why we continue to keep raising money for the Arthritis Society is in the hopes that they keep researching and getting new medication,” said Tracey Beam. There are more than 100 different conditions under the umbrella term arthritis, and it’s hoped further research can help kids like Derek. For young children especially, treatment can be limited and doses have to be adjusted; many current drugs have side effects and lose potency with continued use. “That’s where the Arthritis Society comes into play because they do leading research on finding new medications that are more effective or as effective with fewer side effects,” says Lindsey Dietrich, communications coordinator for the Kitchener walk and family friend. The St. Clements boy’s illness has caused him a

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Derek Beam (front left) is this year’s arthritis hero for Waterloo-Wellington. His brother Devin, dad Dave and mom Tracey are readying nearly 50 members of the Derek’s Destroyers team for the 2013 Walk to Fight Arthritis. The team has already raised $10,595 with a goal of $20,000 for the walk on June 9 in Kitchener. [elena maystruk / the observer] Raising awareness for kids tivities. Though unpleasant and great deal of physical pain. is part of the reason Derek Often arthritis is assowith some side effects, he When he was admitted is active with the cause. ciated with older people is doing better than he has to the hospital with a bad Dietrich has walked (nearly three out of five in the last four years since flare-up he started taking with the Derek Destroyers people diagnosed are of the diagnosis and the boy a new medication called for four years and recently working age) but 60,000 who loves his video games, Actemra administered biexpressed an interest in Canadian children and basketball and swimming weekly at the Hospital for youths are afflicted with with his brother Devin can Sick Children in Toronto arthritis | 31 juvenile arthritis, as well. enjoy all of his favorite acthrough an IV infusion.

One of the sure signs of spring for me is all the local flowers on the side of the road, along with signs saying “Fresh asparagus and rhubarb!” The tart flavour of rhubarb is a treat in the morning or afternoon. We always get requests for our asparagus wrapped in prosciutto with asiago for our events this time of year, but this little spear is so versatile, it can be enjoyed with many different flavours. Asparagus only requires some care when cooking: the one thing asparagus dislikes is being overcooked. I wait until dinner is almost done to boil the water and cook only for a few minutes. When it turns bright green I shock it in cold water to stop the cooking process. This allows me to use it as a cold salad, in quiche, with eggs benedict or whatever I decide. I would have to say my favourite is our pickled asparagus. We made more than 100 pounds last year and sold our last jar quite some time ago. It is excellent on a sandwich or as a drink garnish – an old-school Caesar comes to mind. Rhubarb is an excellent companion with sweet or savoury dishes. It is at

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MAY 25 Visit the WTHHS Historical Room at the Old School, 1137 Henry Street, Wellesley, on Saturday, May 25, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and enjoy displays and interesting historical facts about Wellesley Township. The Historical Room is open on the last Saturday of every month except in December. Free admission.

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John Robinson for an introduction to this exciting trend. Meet in the parking lot near the dam. Trail rating: easy, well maintained trail; includes gravel, earthen and grassed sections. Washroom available. Maps with meeting locations at www. healthywoolwich.org. For more info., contact Paul at 519 664-3643.

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Lions Foundation of Canada Purina Walk or Dog Guides hosted by Woolwich Community Lions Club – assisted by St. Jacobs Lions Club. Kissing Bridge Trail, Arthur St. entrance, Elmira 9 a.m. (you may wish to register and start walking by 8 a.m. All proceeds will help fund dog Guide programs - canine vision, hearing ear, special skills, seizure response, autism assistance and a new program: diabetic alert dog guides. Prizes, refreshments. Open to all ages, fitness levels, with or without a dog, all are welcome to participate. For more information, please call 519 669-5084 or log on www.purinawalkfordogguides. com.

MAY 27 Seniors Lunch Club at noon (doors open at 11:30 a.m.) at Woolwich Memorial Centre, 24 Snyder Ave. S., Elmira (community room). Cost $6. Join us for a noon day light lunch and fellowship. Call Community Care Concepts at 519-664-1900 for more information. two-hour hike and geocaching on the Lions Lake Trail near Floradale. 2 p.m. Discover geocaching: the adventure that uses GPS to locate hidden “caches” around the world. Join hike leader and geocacher

Electronic Bingo – 7 p.m. Upstairs at the St. Clements Community Centre, sponsored by the Paradise & District Lions Club. For more information contact Joe Brick at 519-699-4022. Single Mom’s Group – Aimed at bringing single mothers together to develop friendships and supports in the community. Group meets every Tuesday at Kids and I Resource Centre from 6pm to 7:30 p.m. Parents with children ages 0 to 10 years old are welcome. The play centre, toys, and a craft are available for the children. Snack is provided. Call 519669-5139 for more info. WCS Youth Centre will be taking a walk to Lazer Video, downtown Elmira, for an ice cream trip to enjoy in this lovely weather. We will also be having a pool tournament so put your game face. For more information contact Catherine or Brynna at 519-6693539. Tuesdays May 28 – July 9 – 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. – Coping with Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression. Community Care Concepts, 929 Arthur St. S., Elmira. A seven-week group program that will provide participants with new coping strategies, including

various relaxation strategies that will help to decrease the symptoms of anxiety and depression. For more information call Marinela at 519-664-3794 ext. 235. For more information call 519-664-3794, ext. 0.

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MAY 29 WCS Youth Centre will be having both Junior and Senior Round Table talks with the staff to discuss whatever is on your mind. Also we will be enjoying the WMC Pool for Aquafit or Lane Swim for $3. For more information contact Catherine or Brynna at 519-669-3539.

MAY 30 WCS Youth Centre will be taking a trip to the Floradale Dam for a trail walk to enjoy the weather and nature. Also, there will be a game of Pictionary taking place to showcase our wonderful artists! For more information contact Catherine or Brynna at 519-669-3539.

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MAY 31 PD Day Movie – 2 p.m. at Elmira Branch Library. Join us at the Elmira Branch Library for a special PD day movie – The Pirates! Band of Misfits (G). Tickets are $1 each and every person attending must have a ticket. Admission includes light refreshments, please no outside snacks. Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The event will take place at the library 65 Arthur St. S., Elmira. For more information please call the Elmira Branch Library 519669-5477.

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Q. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distinctive

about the pair of numbers 220 and 284? Clue: You and your friends have a similar relationship.

A. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the smallest pair of â&#x20AC;&#x153;amicable numbers,â&#x20AC;? where each of the numbers is the sum of the proper divisors of the other, explains Clifford A. Pickover in â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Math Book.â&#x20AC;? The number 220 is evenly divisible by 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 11, 20, 22, 44, 55, and 110, which sum to 284; and 284 is evenly divisible by 1, 2, 4, 71, and 142, which sum to

220. Such numbers are quite difficult to find, but in every known case, the paired numbers are either both even or both odd. Interestingly, Genesis 32:14 records that Jacob gave 220 goats as a present to his brother Esau. â&#x20AC;&#x153;According to the mystics, this was a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hidden secret arrangementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; because 220 is one of a pair of amicable numbers, and Jacob sought to secure friendship with Esau.â&#x20AC;?

Q. How have computers and computer games affected our nightly dream lives?

A. Studies have suggested that even a few hours of television a day can change the nature of our dreams, says David Robson in â&#x20AC;&#x153;New

Scientistâ&#x20AC;? magazine. For over a generation, dream researchers have been struck by how frequently subjects would report that their dreams were like movies in black and white -- probably reflecting the commonplace viewing of television. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now just imagine what our intense relationships with computers are doing,â&#x20AC;? Robson poses. For example, Eva Murzyn of the University of Derby, the United Kingdom, has found that people who play the â&#x20AC;&#x153;World of Warcraftâ&#x20AC;? online tend to incorporate the game into their â&#x20AC;&#x153;midnight adventures.â&#x20AC;? When Jayne Gackenbach at Grant MacEwan University in Edmonton, Canada, took a look, she found that players are beginning to report greater dream

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thousands of years from now happen to discover some of your writing, will they be able to read the text?

A. Many of the words will likely be incomprehensible, even if the people call themselves â&#x20AC;&#x153;speakers of English,â&#x20AC;? says David Robson in â&#x20AC;&#x153;New Scientistâ&#x20AC;? magazine. After all, we struggle to read texts such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beowulfâ&#x20AC;? from just 1,000 years ago.

that represent important concepts are tough to dislodge, as the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;namaâ&#x20AC;? from â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beowulfâ&#x20AC;? clearly lingers now as â&#x20AC;&#x153;name,â&#x20AC;? adds Robson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Numbers, question words, and other simple nouns have similar staying power.â&#x20AC;? So if your descendants do speak a form of English and happen to read your writing from today, they may find some meaning in simple sentences like â&#x20AC;&#x153;What is your name?â&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;I drink water.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a slim chance they might even comprehend â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Hello from the year 2013.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;?

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Certainly English is in constant flux, as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Oxford English Dictionaryâ&#x20AC;? adds 2,000-2,500 words every year, according to one of its editors. Moreover, many grammatical rules are shifting; for example, irregular verbs that are not used frequently are more likely to become regular verbs, changing their past tenses. According to Erez Lieberman Aiden and Jean-Baptiste Michel of Harvard University, there is a 50% chance that â&#x20AC;&#x153;slunkâ&#x20AC;? will become â&#x20AC;&#x153;slinkedâ&#x20AC;? within 300 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To beâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;to have,â&#x20AC;? used in about 1 in 10 sentences, have â&#x20AC;&#x153;half-livesâ&#x20AC;? of nearly 40,000 years (the journal â&#x20AC;&#x153;Natureâ&#x20AC;?). The more common words are, the longer they tend to linger. Short and easy words

control, as if they are â&#x20AC;&#x153;active participants inside a virtual reality.â&#x20AC;? They are now more apt to fight back against dream enemies, feeling less scared than excited and offering comments like, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was a nightmare, but it was awesome.â&#x20AC;?

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home with sweet scallops in a butter sauce or in a sugared confection. To keep rhubarb’s beautiful pink hue, overcooking should be avoided as well. Although when making jam, the cooking process with sugar counteracts the sharp tart flavor to bring a more wellrounded taste bud experience. Enjoy these gifts of spring, as the season is not long, or preserve the flavours for the taste of spring when it is much needed. Happy cooking.

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In food processor, measure butter, flour, icing sugar, pulse until grainy; Add egg yolks and vanilla and pulse until combined; Wrap dough in cellophane and chill for one hour. Once chilled, take small portions of dough and roll to fit size of the chosen tart shells (I find it easiest to roll this dough to size between two sheets of plastic wrap), then press into a tart shell. Allow to rest in refrigerator;

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ton last year ($82,000) and funds from the walk are used to create better treatment for arthritis patients. Derek was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at age 6. Now 11, he has been through many painful ordeals with the chronic illness that, unlike some other forms of arthritis, he will never outgrow. When Derek first began to show symptoms, the family was referred to the Sick Kids Foundation after a long diagnosis process. The trials and tribulations have done nothing to curb Derek’s upbeat nature, said Dietrich. “He is just so cute and smiley. He has such a gentle character of spirit to

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