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Floradale firefighters extinguish a tractor fire on a farm located near Yatton Road and Third Line on Tuesday afternoon. The tractor was destroyed in the fire. The cause is still under investigation.
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Elmira BIA faces prospect of suspending activities Organization having a hard time recruiting new board members, but mayor offers to serve as interim chair STEVE KANNON Facing the prospect of suspending the activities of the Elmira BIA, Mayor Todd Cowan says he’s willing to step in as interim chairman. The organization representing downtown businesses is without a chair, and faces more vacancies on its board of directors following
its annual general meeting next month. Current board members are calling on fellow businesspeople to help revitalize the group. BIA treasurer Keith Schelter, who’s stepping down at the end of the year, said this week he’d like to see a full complement of new board members elected at the Nov. 14 AGM. While waiting for new people to step up, the
BIA is in something of a holding pattern. Four of the eight board positions, including the chair, will be available at the meeting. Cowan currently makes a ninth member as the representative of Woolwich council, but is open to the idea of serving temporarily as chair “if nobody wants to do it,” he said this week.
“We need some fresh blood. “I’d like to get more people involved.” The alternative would be to suspend or even disband the organization. The Elmira Business Improvement Area was formed in 1980, ostensibly to help deal with major downtown renovations that began in that era – long-term debt associated with those im-
provements was retired in 2002. The organization is a committee of council, appointed by and answerable to the municipality, which sets the group’s budget, currently $40,000 a year. Most of the funding comes from a special levy on businesses in the downtown core, while $10,000 comes BIA | 4
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Kiwanis Transit to reduce fees for most trips Provincial rules mean fares have to follow structure set for conventional public transit COLIN DEWAR Riders of Kiwanis Transit may be paying less starting next year. The organization provides public transit services in the municipalities of Woolwich, Wellesley and Wilmot to KitchenerWaterloo through a contract with the Region of Waterloo that pays it a fee for service. The accessible transportation service is available to residents who are 65 years or older and those with a physical disability. There are currently 1,333 residents using the service in the three townships, including 689 in Woolwich, 244 in Wellesley and 400 in Wilmot. The organization expects to provide some 39,000 rides this year, the majority of those are to health centres and hospitals in the region. When a customer travels between municipalities the practice of Kiwanis Transit has been to charge an additional fare for each municipal boundary crossed. Addressing Wellesley council Tuesday night, Cheryl Fisher, manager KiTRANSIT | 4
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COLIN DEWAR Feeling a little Bieber fever coming on? There might be a treatment at hand. Head over to the Elmira Shoppers Drug Mart where they’re selling raffle tickets for a chance to win a lifesize Justin Bieber cutout. Each ticket is $10 and the raffle will be drawn on Nov. 2 to raise funds for the Woolwich Youth Centre. Currently, the cutout is on display in the cos-
metics department and many fans have stopped by to have their photograph taken with the cardboard Bieber. It’s been more than a year
since the cutout was sent to the store to promote the pop superstar’s signature fragrance, Someday. Denise Moser, manager at the cosmetic counter at the downtown store, and her colleagues have had to be watchful to prevent Bieber from suffering at the hands of the public. “There have been people who have tried to get him,” says Moser. “We had two girls pick him up and nonchalantly just started to walk out the store with him. We just told them to
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Madison Berg, 12, a self-confessed Justin Bieber fan, holds a cutout of the young pop star that Shoppers Drug Mart is raffling off this month, with proceeds going to the Woolwich Youth Centre. [COLIN DEWAR / THE OBSERVER] many people want him. turn around and put him Shoppers Drug Mart is Everyday we have people back.” hosting the draw for the coming up to the counter Bieber cutouts at other cutout as part of a Purple asking if we they can buy Shoppers Drug Marts and Black Justin Bieber him. But we have very across the country have Day Gala. Five dollars from strict rules as to what we met a variety of fates, ineach raffle ticket sold will can and can not do with cluding kidnapping, vango directly to the youth the cutouts.” dalism with makeup, and centre and the remaining Moser has been offered decapitation. $5 can be used towards the $150 for the newest Bieber Currently there are two purchase of any cosmetic cutout, promoting the Bieber cutouts in the store product at the gala. fragrance Girlfriend, but it but only the ‘Someday’ “We wanted to keep the will be at least a year before money raised within the Bieber is available to be she can do anything with raffled off. community and it’s all gothat one. “It’s unbelievable – so ing for a good cause.”
St. Jacobs residents worried about the impact of the planned reconstruction of King Street should come out to a public consultation meeting next week to have their say, suggests their ward councillor. Mark Bauman is serving as Woolwich’s representative on a Waterloo Region committee providing input on the project, slated for 2016. He encourages those with concerns to check out the proposal and say their piece. The work, which encompasses portions of King Street between Printery Road and Hachborn Street as well as Eby Street-Northside Drive to Sawmill Road, brings some positives, he said, including improved street lighting, sidewalks on both sides of the road, and a pedestrian-activated crosswalk signal downtown. “There are some small things I disagree with ... but I’ll let people make up their own minds.” Business owners are likely to have the most concerns, but given that it’s not a full reconstruction of underground services, the work shouldn’t drag on, he suggested. His main concern is to have an early spring or fall start, avoiding an disruption during the prime tourist months of July and August. The public consultation centre is set for Oct. 24, 5-8 p.m., in the gym at St. Jacobs Public School, 72 Queensway Dr. Along with illustrations of the proposed work, regional representatives will be there answer questions through one-on-one discussions.
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A number of Woolwich firefighters received exemplary service medals, recognizing their years of service, at a ceremony Tuesday night in council chambers. Back row: Arnie Gingrich (20 years), John Scheeringa (20 years), Mark Weber (30 years), Bruce Good (30 years), township chief Rick Pedersen. Front row: Tom Snyder (25 years), Mayor Todd Cowan, Mark Bauman (35 years), township deputy chief Dale Martin. [STEVE KANNON / THE OBSERVER]
Chemtura-bound train derails in Waterloo ELENA MAYSTRUK A train heading to Elmira’s Chemtura plant derailed near Uptown Waterloo on Oct. 11 at around 8:30 p.m. The train was pulling five empty cars and two engines, travelling at 10 miles per hour when four cars left the tracks between Allen and William streets. According to CN Rail rep-
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Cambridge through Kitchener-Waterloo to Elmira on route 21 for one fare – there is no consideration given to geographical or municipal boundaries,” he explained. The plans are to scrap the zone fares and charge one flat rate for travel within the region. The current fares are $2.50 to travel within a township, a $5 fare to travel between two townships and a $7 fare to travel between three zones. The plan is to remove both the $5 and $7 fares and have a single fare of $3 to travel between the townships and urban areas of the region. “The Kiwanis Transit board has approved the zone fares being removed,” said Fisher. The estimated annual cost impact of eliminating the revenue generated by the zone fares is approximately $64,000. That amount will be offset by the region. In 1992 Woolwich Township approved funding for
a specialized transit in the township along with a financial commitment from the Kiwanis Club of Elmira and formed Kiwanis Transit. Wellesley Township requested service in 1993 and Wilmot Township had service start in 2001. For 20 years the organization has operated in the three townships Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and starting in 2013 Saturday service will be offered. “I have seen accessibility in our community make tremendous progress since this program began,” said Fisher. “It allows our riders independence in their homes and in the community and it provides a quality of life that we are all entitled to. Our goal is a full accessible community for all.” This Saturday (today) the organization is celebrating its anniversary with an open house from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at its office located at 13 Industrial Dr. in Elmira.
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that, arguing that in a few years someone downtown would be calling for an organization to boost the core. Today’s situation is a good opportunity to “Stop and refocus” the vision and goals of the BIA, he added. “We need to give people a reason to be involved.”
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WNEA Fall fair fundraiser set for November 3 The annual fundraising banquet for the Wellesley North Easthope Agriculture Society is set for November 3 at the Wellesley Community Centre. Tickets to the banquet are $30, with proceeds supporting for the townships 160th fall fair in 2013. Humourist Eleanor Wood is the keynote speaker at this year’s event. There will be a silent auction held with prizes ranging from sporting paraphernalia to restaurant
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CarShare goes electric Grand River CarShare, Waterloo Region’s non-profit carsharing cooperative, has launched its first electric vehicle, a Mitsubishi i-MiEV. The vehicle was purchased in part with a $15,000 grant from the Region of Waterloo’s Community Environmental Fund. The Mitsubishi i-MiEV is charged
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MP Albrecht to receive hospice award Hospice of Waterloo Region announced this week it will be presenting the 2012 Hospice Community Award to two local Members of Parliament on October 26. Harold Albrecht, MP for KitchenerConestoga, and Frank Valeriote, MP for Guelph, have been chosen to receive this award for their outstanding work as co-chairs for the Parliamentary Committee on Palliative and Compas-
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Sharp-eyed parent calls police, Elmira man nabbed for indecent act A parent who was dropping off his child at John Mahood Public School in Elmira about 8:30 a.m. Monday observed a young man in a van who appeared to be masturbating while driving by the school.
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7:30 AM | A 65-year-old Waterloo man was charged with failing to yield to a pedestrian when he struck a 48-year-old Breslau man while operating a 1992 Oldsmobile on Dolman Street near Woolwich Street in Breslau. Minor injuries were sustained by the Breslau man. 11:45 PM | A taxi picked up passengers in Waterloo and drove to an address on Sawmill Road near Golf Course Road in Conestogo, where the two men fled without paying. The men were intoxicated at the time, ditching a fare of $34.50. When police responded they were told by the taxi dispatch that the fare had been paid at the taxi company's
3:30 PM | A 27-year-old Listowel woman was charged with turn not in safety when she drove her Ford Windstar across the median at Arthur Street South and Listowel Road and hit the barriers of the propane dispenser at the ESSO gas station. Damage to the vehicle was reported as moderate.
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A tow truck prepares to leave the scene of a collision between a Honda and Buick at the intersection of Kossuth Road and Shantz Station Road on Oct. 17. Both vehicles had to be towed. No injuries were reported at the scene. [COLIN DEWAR / THE OBSERVER]
Road in Woolwich. When they arrived they discovered a screen had been removed and a Powermate red and black Sport 1850 generator valued at $200 was missing. The investigation continues. 3:20 PM | An Elmira man whose bike was stolen last week saw a 17-year-old Elmira girl riding the bike. He contacted police who spoke to the girl who said she had got the bike from a schoolmate.
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Wellesley seeking grant to help with repairs to council building COLIN DEWAR The Wellesley Township council chambers are undergoing a facelift. The building located at 4805 Hastings Line in Crosshill is currently under renovation. The existing cedar roof requires replacement and the stone exterior requires re-pointing to maintain its structural integrity and weather-resistant qualities as well as keeping with the original appearance of the building. The repairs
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tion property grant, requesting funding to complete the required repairs to the building. “This grant will apply to the work that is being done currently,” Rik Louwagie, chief building officer of Wellesley Township, told council. “We are asking for the full cost of the repairs that are being done right now. The council chamber is the oldest functioning municipal building in the Region of Waterloo.” The Waterloo Regional
Heritage Foundation is a non-profit organization funded through an annual grant from the Region of Waterloo. Its mandate is to promote and encourage interest in the heritage and culture of the region. Since forming the foundation has distributed more than a $1 million to a variety of projects throughout the region. The township is estimating that the renovations will cost approximately $37,235 and the project is expected to be completed by December.
The Wellesley Township council chambers are undergoing renovations to replace the roof and mortar of the building. The township has applied for a grant by the Waterloo Regional Heritage Foundation to help pay for the repairs. [COLIN DEWAR / THE OBSERVER]
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COLIN DEWAR It has been one month since the iconic covered bridge in West Montrose was closed when a floor beam that supports a portion of the structure failed likely due to overloading by heavy vehicles. Waterloo Region officials are hoping to have the repairs done this week but are not sure when it will reopen to vehicle traffic. “Workers have put some temporary bracing in and around the area of the damaged beam and right now we are leaning towards not opening the bridge until we can assess what needs to be done,” said Shawn Buckley, senior transportation infrastructure engineer for Region of Waterloo. Repairs to the 131-yearold bridge are estimated to cost $35,000. A 4.3-metre Douglas Fir square beam arrived in Toronto on Monday. It came from British Columbia and was sent to Toronto to be pressure treated before continuing the journey to West Montrose to be put in place, said Buckley. “We are optimistic that the bridge will be repaired by this week, it all depends on the new beam and when it arrives,” he said Tuesday. Opening the bridge to
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Due to planned maintenance activities in Elmira and St. Jacobs you may notice some changes to your Drinking Water from The Region will beThese holding a public information centre water to introduce a draft October 15, 2012oftoWaterloo December 31, 2012. activities may impact your water pressure, taste and odour in these Regional By-law respecting signs on Regional roads. The proposed Sign By-law addresses communities due to operation changes during this period.
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Region launches happy cycling campaign to boost on-road safety ELENA MAYSTRUK With an increasing number of cyclists on the roads, Waterloo Region is launching a “happy cycling” campaign to remind all who share the road about the importance of safety while driving and cycling. The region is partnering with Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo and the Working Centre to hire bike ambassadors; experienced cyclists trained in urban cycling. “This is kind of the coolest part, we think. We have these really outgoing and friendly individuals that will be placed at areas where there are a lot of cyclists. They are there to thank folks for cycling and give an opportunity to read our Happy Streets Movement booklet,” said James LaPointe, principal planner at Waterloo Region. The campaign is a reflection of how important cycling and safety issues are to the public and local cyclists are not unaware of the dangers. Last May, one week after a Waterloo cyclist was fatally hit
from behind by an SUV in Wellesley Township, 500 cyclists joined in support of Barrie Conrod’s family for a memorial ride on the spot where he was killed along Herrgott Road. Project managers are starting the campaign off in urbanized areas where traffic is heavy but hope to expand efforts into northern areas of the region such as Woolwich and Wellesley townships in the spring, according to LaPointe. Efforts were triggered after a 2010 study by the University of Waterloo conducted in partnership with the region of Waterloo. It showed that many of the region’s residents choose to ride their bikes all year around. After completing the studies planners pitched the project last year. It will now run for the rest of the fall and into the spring of next year. “Certainly a lot more people that are cycling and we are recognizing that ... as cycling becomes a more attractive mode of transportation for folks we want to make sure that individuals who are choosing to
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cycle are not only encouraged to but rewarded for it. We wanted to make sure people know how to properly ride their bicycles,” he said. Though reasons for cycling range from living a healthier lifestyle to saving on gas, the stats show most often people cycle as a way to save on buying a second vehicle. Studies also show that riding on sidewalks and through crosswalks is a factor in 86 per cent of collisions involving bikes in the region, a statistic has been reflective of accidents in Woolwich and Wellesley townships as well. The campaign is being conducted in hopes of eliminating accidents involving cyclists at intersections and on the roads. Cyclists will also encouraged to go to www.travelwisecyclingquiz.com to complete the campaign quiz for a chance to win a $500 gift card for a bike store of their choice in Waterloo Region. For more information about the campaign check out www.travelwisecyclingquiz.com or http://happystreets.wordpress.com.
Following a tour of the Woolwich Township administration building Tuesday evening, members of the Elmira Cubs sat in on a council meeting led by Mayor Todd Cowan. The visit came in conjunction with local government week. [STEVE KANNON / THE OBSERVER]
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A Waterloo Regional Police officer directs traffic at the intersection of Sawmill Road and Katherine Street on Oct. 15 after a collision between a Ford pickup and a Toyota. Damage to both vehicles was minimal. No injuries were reported. [COLIN DEWAR / THE OBSERVER]
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Conestogo family part of foster care network in Waterloo Region Family & Children’s Services to hold appreciation night for those who make the program work; "it's good for the kids that need a place to stay" ELENA MAYSTRUK
It was football Friday at EDSS Oct. 12, but the junior boys fell 47-14 to Jacob Hespeler Secondary School, while the senior boys lots 32-0. Top, a crowd gathers around the Elmira ball carrier. Above, Lancer Nathan Schlupp tries to block an opponent. [ELENA MAYSTRUK / THE OBSERVER]
Six years ago Martia and Chris Ferguson of Conestogo became foster parents and their home became one of dozens around Woolwich and Wellesley townships to take in foster children through Family & Children’s Services of the Waterloo Region. The Fergusons will be among those individuals honoured during National Foster Family Appreciation Week, which runs Oct. 2127 this year. Martia Ferguson explains that she and her husband became foster parents because they wanted to help. “To give back to the community, to help others that need help, that’s just what we do. We try to encourage our kids to be kind to others and help when you can,” she explained at her home in Conestogo on Tuesday. Along with raising with their own three children the couple has taken up to four foster kids at once, looking after both infants and older children. “We would love to see people come out and foster children. The more foster parents we have the more support services we can provide children” said Teresa Trofymowych, foster/adoption recruitment worker at FCS.
Martia and Chris Ferguson at home in Conestogo with their three children James (left), Thomas, and Emily. The couple is being recognized for their efforts as foster parents. [ELENA MAYSTRUK / THE OBSERVER]
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McGuinty's legacy at root of this week's resignation DALTON MCGUINTY’S ANNOUNCEMENT THAT he plans to step down as Ontario’s premier caught most of us by surprise. With some reflection, perhaps we could see it coming, however. Premier for nine years, McGuinty has had his ups and downs, but nothing like the relentless negatives of his third term, and first in a minority government. For much of his tenure, the public’s reaction was positive, though there are plenty of people who strongly opposed Premier Dad and his penchant for appeasement and taxation by stealth. His reputation has taken a beating since last fall’s election as he attempted to rein in Ontario’s massive deficit and deal with scandals such as the politically-motivated cancellation of two gas-fired power plants. Perhaps it was time to step down, removing himself from the fray in order to preserve his legacy in the long term. Surely he looked at other politicians, most recently Jean Charest in neighbouring Quebec, who stuck around too long, allowing voters to exact their revenge and leaving the public with a lasting impression of the downside of their careers. Politicians have egos, and it’s unlikely McGuinty wants to be remembered for what’s gone on in the last year, his government largely adrift. Rather, he would prefer we concentrate on the early days, when he arrived as the antithesis of the muchreviled Mike Harris. He set about bringing some stability to such files as health and education. It didn’t hurt that times were good, as it never does for any government so favoured. But, like many boom-time politicians before him, McGuinty spent and spent, winning friends (at least temporarily) and votes. It left the province in a more precarious state, however, in the downturn that followed the financial crisis of 2008. Already hammered by globalization that was killing the manufacturing sector, Ontario had a rough ride. McGuinty seemed to have difficulty moving away from his conciliatory, nice-guy image in order to deal with needed austerity measures, including rolling back runaway public sector wages and benefits that blossomed on his watch. It will be up to his successor to do the hard work necessary to get the budget under control. That will fall to his replacement as leader of the Liberal party or, given the minority status, one of the opposition parties. Whoever takes the helm is best advised to keep things simple, which is a fairly good bet given the province’s mounting debt load – Ontarians have no stomach for deficits and increased taxes. With that in mind, the next leader will have to focus on job creation and growth in the real economy, while curbing government spending, shrinking the civil service and rolling back public sector wages. Clearly, the economy is the top priority, intertwined with our education and health care systems. The latter are important to us, but both will require a deft hand to get runaway expenses under control. You can bet the next premier will be looking for more money from Ottawa, but, again, wages will be a big part of the equation while trying to reel in costs that have far outstripped inflation and economic growth. As the two biggest draws on the public purse, those sectors will need the most attention: we can no longer throw money away as we have in the past. Most of the economic levers lie with the federal government, where the government is not friendly to average Canadians, but McGuinty’s successor can set the tone in the most populous province by focusing on what matters most.
As hockey fans look elsewhere while the NHL lockout continues, some teams may not fare very well against the competition. WORLD VIEW / GWYNNE DYER
Concern about currency, but no real panic in Iran WORLD AFFAIRS Iran’s currency virtually collapsed last week, and the public protests that followed in Tehran stirred memories of the massive anti-regime protests of 2009. This has caused excited speculation in the United States and its allies about the imminent fall of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the abandonment of Iran’s uranium enrichment program, or even the end of the whole Islamic regime. Don’t hold your breath. Ahmadinejad blamed the currency crisis on the foreign sanctions that are crippling Iran’s trade, of course. His critics at home just blamed him: “The smaller part of the problem relates to sanctions while 80 per cent of the problem is rooted in the government’s mistaken policies,” said Ali Larijani, the speaker of the Iranian parliament. But he would say that, wouldn’t he? It’s true that Ahmadinejad has used the country’s
large oil revenues to paper over some serious mistakes in running Iran’s economy, but the current crisis was caused by a steep fall in those revenues – which is directly due to the sanctions. Four rounds of United Nations-backed trade sanctions, ostensibly meant to stop Iran from developing nuclear weapons, had already cut the country’s oil exports from 2.5 million barrels a day to 1.5 million b/d by early this year. Then came new American sanctions that blocked any international bank doing business in Iran from access to the immense U.S. market – so most of them ended their dealings with Iran. In July came new European Union sanctions banning oil imports from Iran entirely. Since Europe was taking one-fifth of Iran’s remaining oil exports, that blow was enough to send the Iranian rial into freefall. Until 2009, the rate of exchange was fairly stable at about 10,000 rials to the dollar. Then it started to fall slowly, and then faster – and in a hectic few earlier
this month, it tumbled a further 40 per cent to a low of 35,000 rials to the dollar. That was when the protests began in Tehran’s Grand Bazaar, whose merchants were amongst the strongest supporters of the revolution in 1979. The protests were contained without any deaths, and the shops in the bazaar are now open again. The rial has recovered slightly, stabilizing at around 28,000 to the dollar. But that is one-third of what it was worth three years ago, and the effects are being felt in almost every household in the country. Formerly comfortable middle-class families are scrambling to put food on the table, and the poor are really suffering. So the sanctions are working, in the sense that they are hurting people. But what are they accomplishing in terms of their stated purpose of forcing Iran to abandon its nuclear weapons program? More importantly, perhaps, what are they achieving in terms of their unstated purpose: triggering an uprising that overthrows the whole Islamic regime?
First of all, Iran doesn’t have a nuclear weapons program. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the U.S. and Israeli intelligence service are all agreed on that, although the public debate on the issue generally assumes the contrary. Iran says it is developing its ability to enrich uranium fuel for use in reactors, which is perfectly legal under the Nuclear NonProliferation Treaty. It’s true that the same technologies give the owner the ability to enrich uranium further, to weapons grade, and there is good reason to think that Iran wants that capability. It’s probably not planning to make nuclear weapons now, but it does want that “threshold capability” in case things get really bad in the region and it needs a nuclear deterrent in a hurry. A “threshold nuclear weapons capability” (but no nuclear weapons) is still not illegal. Other countries with enrichment facilities include Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Japan, and the DYER | 12
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THEIR VIEW / QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Do you think Dalton McGuinty was right to resign as premier?
»»S’danne Stortzthuroo
»»Jacob Enns
Interesting question, I don’t know. I’m very I don’t really know why he resigned; I have shocked he resigned. I don’t think the reasons problems with other things right now. he gave are the real reasons.
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»»Walter Kusy
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"So what are these sanctions really about? Overthrowing the Iranian regime, of course." Gwynne Dyer | page 10 HIS VIEW / STEVE KANNON
Real waste reduction may require a few changes to our comfortable lifestyle EDITOR'S NOTES Caught up in the post-Thanksgiving, preHalloween season – not to mention local government week – you may have missed the fact this is also Waste Reduction Week in Canada. Yes, such a thing exists. The goal is to make us mindful about just how much stuff we accumulate and throw away. And we dispose of a considerable amount of waste: 1,670 lbs (760 kg) each every year, the equivalent of eight adult men. Enter Waste Reduction Week, which came to Canada in 2001 courtesy of a coalition of 13 recycling councils and sister organizations from across the country. It’s rolled out each October by the same group. The program’s goal is to inform Canadians about the environmental and social ramifications of wasteful practices. The message is sinking in – many of us are mindful
of over-packaged goods, for instance – but it’s a slow process, says Jo-Anne St. Godard, executive director of the Recycling Council of Ontario. As individuals we’re starting to make some changes, smarter choices. On the whole, however, Ontarians are generating more waste than ever. That has much to do with industry rather than individual actions, but the two are connected, she notes. In the case of excess packaging and products such as single-serving food items, business takes its cue from consumers: if we stop buying such goods, or shift our dollars to lesswasteful choices, they’ll take note. In the meantime, industry is also encouraged to reduce how much waste they generate behind the scenes as part of the manufacturing process. That’s not just good for the environment, but also for the bottom line, cutting material costs and, at the end of the process, disposal fees, she stresses. Much of the impetus will be on us as consumers, however. Change will come
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remanufacturing and less materials in the landfill. We’re starting to think in those terms, but haven’t fully embraced the concept. We are rather wedded to our North American consumption patterns. “I think consumers are becoming more savvy, more conscious of their choices,” says St. Godard of our tendency to differentiate between products on the shelves. But we’re not ready to really shine a light on how we live, she adds. “I don’t think that we’re really examining our consumption habits.” Take the issue of singleserving packaging. Convenience often trumps environmental considerations, especially in such common tasks as packing a lunch for your kids. “We aren’t at the point of saying ‘do I really need this? Should we consume this?’” If things are going to change, we’ll have to change our mindset to reflect those thoughts. We have to take responsibility for what we choose from the store shelves – industry will respond accordingly.
Our buying power will influence how business is done. In the meantime, however, there are some small steps that can make a difference. From that reusable coffee cup for the drivethru (though putting it in park and walking inside is better still) to actually remembering to bring those reusable shopping bags with you when you get groceries, it all adds up. “It’s the low-lying fruit. Easy changes that you could consider doing today,” says St. Godard, noting making such things a habit, part of your routine, is key to sticking with them. Collectively, that’s taking more responsibility for the piles of waste we send off to the landfill, where it’s out of sight and out of mind ... well, at least until
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it starts getting full and we need to find another hole in the ground to “deal with” our crap. Here in Waterloo Region, we’re going through just such an exercise, attempting to extend the life of the existing landfill site and pondering about what to do next. It’s with that bigger picture in mind that we can start making small changes – we wouldn’t want to sacrifice too much of our lifestyles – that lead us down the road to better things. “We’re blessed where we have many choices, many freedoms. We can’t ignore the responsibilities,” she says. As Waste Reduction Week winds down, she urges us all to look for the one small thing we can do. “Small changes add up. You can make your own difference.”
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In 1986, 120,074 temporary foreign workers were in the country. By the year 2000 this increased to 177,781 and by 2010 the number increased to 432,682, an increase of 140% during the 2000s alone. It continues to grow under federal government policies relaxing the rules.
“It is critical that people understand that completion of the southern leg of Keystone XL—which President Obama and Gov. Romney both fully support—would give TransCanada a direct line from Alberta’s landlocked tar sands minefields to refineries in Texas for export overseas. It is unconscionable to put the interests of a transnational corporation before the health, safety and economic well-being of the American people.”
What was expected to be a close race was anything but as Conservative Harold Albrecht cruised back into his seat as MP for Kitchener-Conestoga on election night, Oct. 14, 2008. Albrecht took almost half of the votes in the riding, returning to Ottawa as part of Stephen Harper's second minority government.
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Netherlands. Moreover, Iran’s stock of reactorgrade enriched uranium is under permanent IAEA supervision, and alarms would go off instantly if it started to upgrade that stock to weapons grade. Israel’s current government has talked itself into a state of existential panic over Iran’s uranium enrichment program, but the U.S. government certainly doesn’t believe that Iran has any immediate plans to build nuclear weapons. So what are these sanctions really about? Overthrowing the Iranian regime, of course. American sanctions against Iran long predate any concerns about Iranian nuclear weapons, and would not be ended even if Iran stopped all work on uranium enrichment tomorrow. The U.S. legislation that imposes the sanctions makes that very clear.
Before sanctions are lifted, the president must certify to Congress that Iran has “released all political prisoners and detainees; ceased its ... violence and abuse of Iranian citizens engaging in peaceful political activity; investigated the killings and abuse of peaceful political activists...and prosecuted those responsible; and made progress toward establishing an independent judiciary.” In other words, it must dismantle the regime. Since stopping the enrichment program would not end the sanctions, why would the Iranian government even consider doing so? And will the Iranian people rise up and overthrow the regime because sanctions are making their daily lives very difficult? Even anti-regime Iranians are proud and patriotic people, and the likelihood that they will yield to foreign pressures in that way is approximately zero.
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Kings fail to execute in 6-4 loss to Waterloo
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Players need to play as a team, focus on the unglamorrous jobs if they want to be successful, says coach ELENA MAYSTRUK
Rob Hinschberger (left) and Bobby Gray (right) team up to protect the net and battle Ayr’s Brady Wheelans for the puck during last Saturday’s home game. The Jacks lost 5-4. ELENA MAYSTRUK A strong start to the OHA hockey season turned sour for the Wellesley Applejacks, who lost three consecutive games last weekend to New Hamburg and Ayr. The game on Oct. 12 against the New Hamburg looked promising in the first minutes of play when Connor McLeod shot one past Firebirds goalie Graeme Lauersen at 8:08 to open the scoring. But even Jacks coach Kevin Fitzpatrick was not prepared for the level of play his team would face: “We missed some real opportunities in the second period and they capitalized on them. They just wore
us down. We hadn’t played a team of that intensity level,” he said looking back at the weekend. The next six minutes would yield results for the Firebirds, who got three in a row behind netminder Josh Heer. Wellesley pushed back with the final goal of the period, making the score 3-2. When the Jacks scored their third goal it was 1:23 into the second and the Firebirds came back with a goal of their own before Wellesley’s Reid Denstedt scored his team’s final goal, assisted by Luke Rose. The 4-4 tie was shortlived. New Hamburg broke the impasse at 11:53 when an attack by three Firebirds on the Wellesley net result-
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ed in a goal by Sean Kienapple. That shot opened the floodgates in the third, which saw New Hamburg finish the game 7-4. The Jacks faced Ayr the next night and fared no better. Wellesley was at a fever pitch in the opening frame when Devon Wagner and Mark Detzler drew first blood with two goals in the first eight minutes of the game, but lost the momentum by racking up the penalties. “We self-destructed,” Fitzpatrick said. “This team up to that point was the least penalized team in the league; it was really out of character.” Still, Wellesley had no intention of backing down in the second frame when
The Elmira Sugar Kings continued an uneven season with 6-4 loss at home against Waterloo on Sunday. The Kings and Siskins faced off for the first time this season to the noise of a full house. Fans of the home side were subdued at 13:46 when the visitors drew first blood, as Jimmy Sopher put one past netminder Hayden Neuman with the Siskins on a power play. It was a rough night for Neuman, who would stop just 24 of the 30 shots he faced. “We weren’t really out of it, but we weren’t really into it either. It’s tough playing catch-up all game but our guys battled and kept coming,” said Elmira coach Dean DeSilva after the game. This season’s team is young, he explained, and a lot of work needs to be done, both with offensive tactics and forming a more aggressive defence. “Unless you are going to play consistently it makes
[ELENA MAYSTRUK / THE OBSERVER]
they got two more past Centennials’ Bobby Brown, only to see Ayr fight back with two goals of their own. Though it looked like a promising game for the Jacks, with a 4-2 score by the end of second, Ayr would soon flip the odds and dominate in third with 17 shots on net to Wellesley’s three, skating away with a 5-4 victory over the home team. The Jacks would continue the lost weekend in a home game rematch against New Hamburg that saw the visitors steamroll Wellesley once more in Sunday’s 6-2 game. The Jacks were the only team to score in the first period, going up 1-0 after 20 minutes.
New Hamburg got on the board in the second, potting a shorthanded goal when the puck flew past two Wellesley defencemen and onto the stick of Matt Yantzi. Wellesley went up 2-1 less than two minutes later, but it was all Firebirds after that. The home team seemed to lose its fighting spirit, leaving New Hamburg to score three more before the intermission. After the break, the visitors added two more, leaving the defeated Jacks in the dust. Wellesley players will have a chance to redeem themselves this weekend when they travel to Travistock, Hagersville and Burford.
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NOT SO GREAT OUTDOORSMAN / STEVE GALEA
It’s only out in the wilderness where you’ll score points for a nice rack OPEN COUNTRY Just the other day, my hunting buddy and I looked at a few photos that one of our trail cameras had captured. For those, who don’t know, a trail camera is a programmable camera that you strap to a tree. It takes photos or video of anything that passes by, so we hunters use them a lot to get a good idea of the incredible number of raccoons that roam our woods. Sometimes, however, you’ll get a good photo of a deer, bear or moose too – or, more likely, a hapless hunter looking desperately for a trail camera. On that occasion, however, we had a nice photo of a 10-point buck with a wide rack – the kind of head that, in a perfect world, any spouse would be proud to hang over the dining room table or any other prominent place. Accompanying that deer was a very respectable sixpointer too. More a family room type of buck, I’d say.
My buddy immediately said, “That 10-pointer is mine. You can take the sixpointer.” He said it with a smile, but he said it nevertheless. And, since we are hunting his property, in a perfect world, this would be the case. The problem here is that this statement assumes I have far more willpower than any mortal man should be given credit for. That is especially unfair, since he knows that a lemon meringue pie or a bag of red licorice wouldn’t survive 10 minutes in my presence. Ask me to resist the charms of Sofia Vergara in a skimpy bikini and you stand a very good chance. Ask me to resist an easy shot at a 10-point buck and you are dreaming. Having said that, here are two possible scenarios he is anticipating. One, the 10-pointer steps into my shooting lane and I salute, smile at its magnificence and let it pass. Two, the 10-pointer and the six-pointer pass and I, being the considerate guy I am, take the smaller buck. As you can see, each scenario is totally implausible.
A more realistic scenario would have included me lining up that 10-pointer, only to have my arrow centre-punch an arrow-wide branch protecting its vitals. Then, the deer would trot away and stop broadside in front of his ground blind to catch its wind. There he would shoot it dead and I would tell my buddy I let it pass. Later, as he came whistling down the trail to get me to help drag it out, he would notice the tracks leading from my stand to his and thank me for passing up on the animal. Then, he would ask why my bow was wrapped around a tree. In response, I’d grumbled something unintelligible. I’m not really sure why antler points matter at all since you can’t eat them and – due to the advent of equal rights between the sexes – few of us actually use them for home decorating or homemade jewelry anymore. Still, there’s nothing like an impressive set of antlers to stir up a hunter’s blood and bring out a bit of the competitive spirit. My buddy and I are both
actually meat hunters and a nice, plump doe would normally suit either of us just fine. And, the odds are
good that this is exactly what we’ll tag, since we see far more does than bucks. Still, I’d rather shoot
that big buck – or even the smaller one. Not that either would score me any points at home.
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EDSS player Kelsie Freeman (15) rises above a pack of Huron Heights players to take a shot during junior girls’ high school basketball action at the EDSS gymnasium on Oct. 16. The Lancers would defeat HHSS 49-31. [COLIN DEWAR /THE OBSERVER]
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Oct 14 vs. Brampton Woolwich: 7 Brampton: 2 Goals: Cameron Leonard x3, Owen Lee x2, Tyler Martin, Colton Schmitt Assists: Alex Hutton, Colton Schmitt x2, Gavin Roemer
THE SCORE WOOLWICH WILDCATS
Tyke: SELECT Oct. 13 vs. Brampton Woolwich: 5 Brampton: 1 Goals: Dustin Good x 2 Jordan Chang x 2 Joey Martin x 1 Assists: Drew Birmingham x 2 Joey Martin x 1 Eric Hutton x 1 Denver Martin x 1 Parker Collingwood x 1 Oct. 14 vs. Oakville Woolwich: 9 Oakville: 4 Goals: Dustin Good x 6 Denver Martin x 2 Cade Beacom x 1 Assists: Ethan Bickerton x 2 Will Lavigne x 2 Drew Birmingham x 1 Sam Hacock x 1 Jordan Chang x 1 Oct. 16 vs. Milton Woolwich: 2 Milton: 5 Goals: Jordan Chang, Dustin Good
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Novice: LL#2
Oct. 13 vs. Embro Woolwich: 3 Embro: 3 Goals: Parker Alles, Ryan Brubacher, Tanis Uhrig Assists: Johnathan Staken, Tristan Kraemer
Novice: LL#3 Oct. 13 vs. St. George Woolwich: 3 St. George: 8 Goals: Coleton Benham x3 Assists: Ryan Ament X 2, Dalton Taylor X 2, RJ Good, Alex Albrecht, Tommy Bearinger
Atom: MINOR AA Sept. 23 vs. Milton Woolwich: 1 Milton: 0 Goals: Kolin Weigel
Assists: Evan Roth Shutout: Quinn Brown Sept 25 vs. Stoney Creek Woolwich: 4 Stoney Creek: 2 Goals: Tyler Martin, Cole Slade, Kyler Austin x2 Assists: Colton Schmitt, Ethan Birmingham x2, Kyler Austin, Evan Roth, Cole Slade Sept. 29 vs. Oakville Woolwich: 1 Oakville: 5 Goals: Colton Schmitt Sept. 30 vs. Centre Wellington Woolwich: 0 Centre Wellington: 2 Oct. 10 vs. Orangeville Woolwich: 3 Orangeville: 7 Goals: Kyler Austin, Alex Hutton, Cole Slade Assists: Cole Slade, Gavin Roemer, Cameron Leonard, Owen Lee, Kyler Austin, Kolin Weigel
Atom: AE Oct. 12 vs. Acton Woolwich: 5 Acton: 3 Goals: Tyler Newton X2, Conner Waters, Eric Martin, Andrew Weber (Tanner Mann, Eric Martin, Gavin Wilson, Tyler BrubacherX2, Nathan Snyder)
Atom: LL Oct. 13 vs. Grand River Woolwich: 0 Grand River: 2 Goals: N/A
Atom: LL#1 Oct. 13 vs. New Hamburg Woolwich: 6 New Hamburg: 0 Goals: Matthew Brubacher x2, Ian McGregor x2, Kieren Oberholzer, Mac Benham
Assists: Kieren Oberholzer x3, Mac Benham x2, James Reichard, Cody Kroetsch, Caden Sellars, Matthew Brubacher Shutout: Kody Lewis Atom: LL#3
Oct. 13 vs. Paris Woolwich: 7 Paris: 2 Goals: Cameron Martin x 3 Nate Curtis x 2 Cole Seabrook Diego Flores-Dyck Assists: Ryan Martin Gavin Wright Zach Downs Jordan Dickieson Cameron Martin
Atom: MAJOR AA Oct 12 vs. Stoney Creek Woolwich: 3 Stoney Creek: 1 Goals: Jesse Martin, Isiah Katsube, Blake Roemer Assists: Trevor Ferretti, Brett Allen, Ben Witmer, Matt Fleischmann Oct. 16 vs. Centre Wellington Woolwich: 2 Centre Wellington: 2 Goals: Keaton McLaughlin, Conner Bradley Assists: Ben Witmer, Nathan Taylor, Matt Fleischmann, Isiah Katsube
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Oct. 10 vs. Centre Wellington Woolwich: 1 Centre Wellington: 1 Goals: Griffen Rollins Assists: Brody Waters, Lukas Shantz Oct. 13 vs. Oakville Woolwich: 5 Oakville: 1 Goals: Sam Davidson, Nolan Hislop, Bart Sherrer, Brody Waters, Justin Taylor Assists: Lukas Shantz (3), Jake Code, Justin Taylor, Austin Cousineau, Griffen Rollins (2), Nolan Hislop Oct. 13 vs. Oakville Woolwich: 5 Oakville: 1 Goals: Sam Davidson, Nolan Hislop, Bart Sherrer, Brody Waters, Justin Taylor Assists: Lukas Shantz x3, Jake Code, Justin Taylor, Austin Cousineau, Griffen Rollins x2, Nolan Hislop Oct. 16 vs. Flamborough Woolwich: 4 Flamborough: 4 Goals: Brody Waters x2, Jake Code, Josh Martin Assists: Justin Taylor, Griffen Rollins, Jake Code, Lukas Shantz
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Minor Bantam: A Sept. 29 vs. Dundas Woolwich: 5 Dundas: 3 Goals: Cameron Brown, Mitch Waters, Jacob Uridil x2, Owen Read Assists: Isaac Frey, Aaron Logan, Connor Martin x2, Owen Read, Jacob Uridil Oct. 7 vs. Owen Sound Woolwich: 1 Owen Sound: 2 Goals: Owen Read Assists: Jacob Uridil Oct. 10 vs. Hespeler Woolwich: 1 Hespeler: 3 Goals: Connor Martin Assists: Jacob Uridil, Mitch Waters Oct. 13 vs. Guelph Woolwich: 2 Guelph: 1 Goals: Johan Boehm, Owen Read Assists: Isaac Frey, Mitchell Newson, Sheldon Metzger, Jacob Uridil Oct. 14 vs. Caledon Woolwich: 3 Caledon: 0 Goals: Owen Read, Sheldon Metzger, Mitchell Newson Assists: Alex Turchan, Isaac Frey, Jonah Boehm, Aaron Logan Shutout: Ryan Conrad
Bantam: MAJOR A Sept. 30 vs. Owen Sound Woolwich: 2 Owen Sound: 5 Goals: Ryley Cribbin, Daneial Kauth Assists: Tyler Martin, Aaron Weigel, Brant McLaughlin Oct. 2 vs. Georgetown Woolwich: 5 Georgetown: 2 Goals: Mathieu Fife, Tyler Moser x2, Aaron Weigel, Jayden Hipel Assists: Kelby Martin x2, Connor Bauman, Chase McCallum, Danial Kauth x2,Aaron Weigel Oct. 10 vs. Brampton Woolwich: 1 Brampton: 5 Goals: Kelby Martin Assists: Lke Merritt,Tyler Martin
Bantam: LL#1 Oct. 14 vs. LL2 LL1: 6 LL2: 1 Goals: Mason Buehler,Luke DeCorte (3), Joe Hanley, Nathan Horst, Luke DeCorte, Jeff Talbot, Joe Hanley, Ryan Diemert x2, Alex Berry, Max Bender x2, Jordan Luis
Woolwich: 9 Dundas: 0 Goals: Nathan Schwarz x3, Danyal Rennie x2, Daniel Gallant, Blake Doerbecker, Luke Charter, Connor Goss Assists: Benton Weber x2, Mitchell Rempel x2, Brett Henry, Danyal Rennie x2, Connor Runstedler x2, Nathan Schwarz, Daniel Gallant Shoutout: Dylan Creelman Oct. 14 vs. Centre Wellington Woolwich: 2 Center Wellington: 3 Goals: Daniel Gallant, Benton Weber Assists: Danyal Rennie, Mathew Uhrig
Juvenile Oct. 14 vs. Burford Woolwich: 8 Burford: 2 Goals: Clinton Dechert, Alex Albrecht, Ryan Ament x3, RJ Good, Logan White, Tommy Bearinger
Midget: MINOR A Oct. 3 vs. Caledon Woolwich: 9 Caledon: 4 Goals: Matthew Leger x4, Josh Kueneman x2, Alex Uttley, Nicholas Pavanel and Troy Nechanicky Assists: Josh Kueneman x2, Alex Uttley x2, Nicholas Pavanel, Jason Dunbar, Connor Peirson, Jordan Shantz and Matthew Lalonde Oct. 10 vs. Ancaster Woolwich: 2 Ancaster: 2 Goals: Josh Kueneman and Cole Conlin Assists: Nicholas Pavanel and Matthew Leger Oct. 12 vs. Owen Sound Woolwich: 4 Owen Sound: 1 Goals: Alex Uttley x2, Cole Conlin and Nicholas Pavanel Assists: Cole Lenaers x2, Alex Uttley, Cole Conlin, Scott Martin
Juvenile: U10 Oct. 13 vs. Tavistock Woolwich: 3 Tavistock: 1 Goals: Logan White, Dalton Taylor, Alex Albrecht Assists: Ryan Ament, Jordan Moore, Clinton Dechert
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Novice: LL#1 Oct. 6 vs. Waterloo Woolwich: 1 Waterloo: 1 Goals: Annie Sargent Assists: Taya Diefenbacher
Bantam: LL#1
Bantam: AE
Novice Novice: C REP
Oct. 13 vs. Ayr Woolwich: 1 Ayr: 2 Goals: Luke DeCorte
Sept. 29 vs. Acton Woolwich: 3 Acton: 5 Goals: Connor Runstedler, Nathan Schwarz, Danyal Rennie Assists: Benton Weber x2, Danyal Rennie Oct. 2 vs. Centre Wellington Woolwich: 2 Center Wellington: 1 Goals: Brett Henry, Benton Weber Assists: Mitchell Rempel Oct. 6 vs. Erin Woolwich: 6 Erin: 3 Goals: Connor Runstedler x3, Blake Doerbecker, Connor Goss, Nathan Schwarz Assists: Luke Charter, Gareth Rowland, Brett Henry x2, Connor Goss, Danyal Rennie Oct. 9 vs. Dundas
Oct. 14 vs. Lucan Woolwich: 3 Lucan: 6 Goals: Halyee Clemmer x2 Taylor Schmitt Assists: Haylee Clemmer Talyor Schmitt Maggie Sabean Carly Bauman Oct. 14 vs. Waterloo Woolwich: 0 Waterloo: 4 Goals: N/A
Bantam: LL#2 Oct. 13 vs. New Hamburg Woolwich: 1 New Hamburg: 3 Goals: Connor Graham Assists: Vincent Dally
Peewee: MAJOR A Program Partners
Woolwich: 4 Hespeler: 2 Goals: Riley Runstedler x 2, Garrett Teitzel, Brady MacDonald Assists: Brad Hale, Daniel Carr, Cole Altman, Sammy Huber
Oct. 13 vs. Dundas Woolwich: 5 Dundas: 3 Goals: Riley Runstedler, Jordan Lee, Chase Mooder, Nolan McLaughlin, Garrett Reitzel Assists: Austin Flaherty, Evan Gowing, Nolan McLaughlin, Daniel Carr Oct. 15 vs. Hespeler
Atom Atom: B 7116 Oct 13 vs. North Halton Woolwich: 6 North Halton: 0 Goals: Mya Brubacher (2), Ella Campbell (2), Delaney Douglas, Cassidy Moser Assists: Mya Brubacher (2), Julia Doerbecker, Cassidy Moser, Sydney Dettweiler (2), Abby
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Bantam: LL Oct. 13 vs. Fergus Woolwich: 2 Fergus: 1 Goals: Karli Keen x1, Amanda Fleischmann x1 Assists:Rosemarie Hartman x1
Bantam: B Oct 10 vs. Grand River Woolwich: 3 Grand River: 2 Goals: Taylor Duench, Caitlin Pickard, Abi Martin Assists: Caitlin Pickard, Abi Martin (x2), Nicole Merlihan, Victoria Weber, Ciara Hea Oct. 13 vs. Mount Forrest Woolwich Wild: 0 Mount Forest: 3 Goals: N/A
Bantam: BB Oct. 13 vs. St. Thomas Woolwich Wild: 0 St. Thomas: 0 Goals: N/A
Midget: B Oct. 9 vs. Milverton Woolwich: 1 Milverton: 0 Goals: Claire Hanley Assists: Michelle Bauman, Rebecca Luis Oct. 14 vs. Brantford Woolwich: 2 Brantford: 0 Goals: Gillian Olsthoorn, Lea Olsthoorn Assists: Sara Church x 2, Tori Martin, Gillian Olsthoorn,) Shutout: Lauren Lesage
TWIN CENTRE STARS
PeeWee: REP Oct. 10 vs. Langton Twin Centre: 6 Langton: 0 Goals: Mitch Esbaugh (x3), Tyson Bolender, Brett Hartin, Tyler Munro Assists: Aiden Krueger (x2), Josh Monk, Jacob Voisin (x2), Tyson Bolender
TWIN CENTRE HERICANES
Atom: REP Oct. 10 vs. Woolwich Twin Centre: 1 Woolwich: 0 Goals: Emily Krueger Shoutout: Kylee Zacharczuk Oct. 13 vs. Brantford Twin Centre: 3 Brantford: 0 Goals: Blythe Bender x2, Jordyn Torti Assists: Megan Jantzi x2, Kara Dietrich, Blythe Bender, Kendra Pauser Shoutout: Kara Mark Oct. 14 vs. Oakville Twin Centre: 2 Oakville: 7 Goals: Blythe Bender x2 Assists: Lauren Skanes
Intermediate: LL Oct 12 vs. Cambridge Twin Centre: 5 Cambridge: 0 Goals: Stephanie Lorentz, Sarah Miltenburg, Janessa Heywood x2, Lisa Guenther Assists: Becky Cornwall, Janessa Heywood, Holly Lorentz x2, Brittany Wagner, Shannon Lorentz, Lisa Guenther Shutout: Lindsay Dietrich
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KINGS: Keeping it simple is the key for young team struggling with some of the basics FROM | 13
it tough. Were getting shots on net but we still have to be willing to go to those dirty parts of the ice and go to the front of the net and put pucks in through battles,” he said. With this loss Sugar Kings remain fifth in the Midwestern Conference, one point below Listowel and Caledonia. Players were getting “too fancy’ with their plays, DeSilva explained, and missed key opportunities to defend their territory. The coach singled out Waterloo goalie P.J. Bridges as a difference-maker, stopping 40 of the 44 shots directed his way. Bridges came across the net on a shot in the first period that
would have brought Elmira to within one. “They [Siskins] came down and scored shorthanded on a bad bounce with our defenceman breaking a stick. That happens and we’ll have to learn from it,” DiSilva said. Elmira did manage to find a chink in the netminder’s armour when Brandon Stewart scored one off the stick of Matt Harding at 18:22, sending the Kings back to the room down 2-1. The second frame saw players from both teams well matched. Waterloo scored early, but Elmira replied quickly with goals from Jake Weidner and Matt Harding to tie it up at 3-3. Parity wouldn’t last
long, as Waterloo scored again at 15:08 to go up 4-3. DeSilva pushed his squad for the equalizer before the second intermission, but to no avail. “We just couldn’t seem to get that tying goal. Had we gotten that tying goal it might have been a little different.” All hopes of tying things up after 40 minutes were shattered when the Siskins shot another past Neumann one second before the buzzer. The Kings managed to score one more time in
third before being finished off by Waterloo at 19:24 with the last goal of the night. Though some players managed to shine on Sunday, DeSilva attributed the poor outcome to the team’s lack of focus and a need to work harder. “A lot of work to do; [the season is] still young but two or three guys a lot of our guys didn’t show up consistently tonight. I thought Brady Campbell and Jake Weidner had good games and they bring it every night. Clay Greer
played his heart out tonight from there it dropped off pretty quick,” he explained. DeSilva said the young Kings are slowly improving in some areas of the game while still missing key components of play that would otherwise result in more goals for the team. “Our forecheck is getting better; positionally we are getting better in some parts of the game, but we are not improving in our battles,” he said, adding that the team needs to work on defence as well as on basic tactics.
“We are not getting pucks out of our zone when we have an opportunity to, and that’s what makes it tough. To play hockey in your own zone, it’s all about hard work and pride, and right now guys are thinking breakaways instead of preventing goals. It’s not glamorous but they are going to have to do it to have success.” The Kings face off against Guelph in a home game tomorrow (Sunday). The puck drops at 7 p.m. at the Woolwich Memorial Centre.
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Sinking her teeth into something new Branching out into her own practice, dentist Erin Walker sets up shop in St. Clements ELENA MAYSTRUK Looking for a place to launch her own practice, dentist Erin Walker set her sights on St. Clements. In the village’s Foodland plaza on Lobsinger Line, a jade-green sign for Dr. Walker’s dental practice now welcomes. The Waterloo-born, first-time business owner is optimistic about the future, hoping to become a fixture in the community. “It’s not difficult if you have a vision for what you want. I was a little bit nervous at first because everything is so new and I don’t have any dentists in the family but if you take it one step at a time everything falls into place,” she said of her initial plans to start the practice. “I decided I was ready to take that next step I had a good vision for my own office and here I am.” A graduate of the University of Western Ontario, Walker began her dentistry career working at other practices, learning how an office is run. This proved beneficial to the new entrepreneur when she decided to branch out on her own. Where in the past Walker’s work primarily included treating patients under someone else’s roof, now she’s running things herself as part of a twowoman team with receptionist Cheryl Veevers, who also acts as a temporary chair-side assistant: an
extra pair of hands helping Walker with procedures like fillings, root canals and extractions. In the past Walker worked alongside dental hygienists and assistants. Now she prefers to do cleanings and checkups herself, using that time to get to know her patients. She said part of the reason for her decision to open a practice was a wish to focus on overall healthcare in her patients and having the opportunity to make lasting relationships with them. “Dentistry is a branch of healthcare where ultimately you are dealing with dental health and overall health as well and dealing with patient relationships. Having someone come into your office who is, say, four years old and taking care of them from their very first experience up until they are an adult is really what it is about.” Many people who are afraid of dental procedures have had bad experiences in the past or are not sure what to expect, she suggested. It’s important to make people feel comfortable from the start when they call in for an appointment and to take an interest in them as a person, “not just as a set of teeth.” The same goes for children who slip into Walker’s chair. Kids should come in at very early ages – as early as six months according to Walker – in order to get
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Dr. Erin Walker sits in her dentist chair at her office on Lobsinger Line in St. Clements. used to a dental office environment. Dentists often give kids chair rides and count their teeth during first appointments in order put them at ease. “The key with kids is just making them feel very comfortable. Talking to them and making them
involved in what is going on,” she explained. With construction on the property taking place from March to September when the office received its permit, many locals have had a chance to drop in on the
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The debate over using grain for food, fuel or other industrial products hit another crescendo this week when the United Nations warned of more pending problems on the food frontier. It said there’s little buffer left in world grain reserves anymore, which have further dwindled this year owing to poor production in grain-producing countries, mainly the U.S., which was rocked with drought. Basically, we’re consuming more than we’re producing. And once again, food prices are inching up. That’s prompted doomsday predictions, including one from long-time global agriculture watcher Lester Brown who warns of more civil unrest if food production can’t keep up with demand. It’s important to acknowledge such warnings. Privileged countries such as Canada need to help those less fortunate grow food for themselves, through a combination of education for better management and more crop and livestock options suited for specific regions.
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ROBERTS: Diversifying markets is still key even as food prices rise around the globe counter to the need to have farmers feed the world. But soybeans are already a globally exchanged commodity, and the system there is working. Owing to their versatility, it’s the industrial sector that holds as much promise for them domestically as does the food sector. The drive to expand the
soybean market started years ago when farmers were getting peanuts for their harvests. Governments were pouring millions and sometimes billions of dollars every year into financial aid programs to keep them going, because people weren’t paying enough for food. Now, the price of food is more in
line with what it costs farmers to grow it, and at the same time new opportunities are emerging for their harvests. This is already a challenging balance. It’s one that the agri-food community will need to address publicly with increasing clarity, as pressure to feed the world grows.
Notice InformationCENTRE Centre NOTICEof OFPublic PUBLIC CONSULTATION
PROPOSED REGION OF WATERLOO King Street Reconstruction, St. Jacobs Settlement Area, Township of Woolwich SIGN BY-LAW
The Regional Municipality of Waterloo invites you to attend a Public Consultation Centre for the proposed King Street reThe Region of Waterloo be holding a public information centre to introduce a draft construction project in St. Jacobs,will Township of Woolwich. The project location is King Street (Regional Road #8), from south ofRegional Printery Road to Sawmill Road (RR #17). Theon project includes:roads. The proposed Sign By-law addresses By-law respecting signs Regional • Full reconstruction Kingsigns Street (a) south of Printery (railwayelection all types of unoffiofcial onfrom Regional roads Road including signs, business accessory HAWK ESVIL LE R track) to Hachborn Street and (b) Eby Street-Northside Drive to Sawmill OAD signs, farm accessory signs, mailbox accessory signs, open house signs and posterSAWMILL signs. ROAD Road, including storm sewer replacement, curb and gutter, sidewalks, onThe proposed Sign By-law establishes requirements for unoffi cial signs including: road cycling lanes, reconstruction of the channelized right turn lane, illumination and drainageand improvements at Sawmill Road, and other locations • Location placement; as required and water and sanitary sewer system improvements where • Size, shape, construction and content; deemed necessary; • Impacts to the function of the road; • Partial reconstruction of King Street between Hachborn Street and the • Number of signs and placement; Conestogo River bridge including curbtiming and gutterof and sidewalk repairsand • Sign removal. (where required), consideration of decorative lighting, repair/rehabilitation of underground services (sanitary and water) if required by Township of Staff are also proposing an amendment to the Region’s Tourism and Essential Services Woolwich, removal of existing asphalt and asphalt surfacing; Signing Policyoftopedestrian allow tourism signage onat Regional roads for agri-toursim activities. • Consideration crossing improvements various locations and improvements to GRTJune bus stop17, locations; When: Tuesday, 2008, drop in 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. • Conestogo River bridge deck repairs, waterproofing, asphalt resurfacing, Place: Regional Administration Headquarters (lobby) and miscellaneous off-road erosion repairs; 150 ofFrederick Street, Kitchener • Consideration the realignment of Municipal Drain #10 (Hachborn/ King) This public information centre is being held for the purpose of providing information and • Consideration of extending the existing sanitary sewer and water system receiving public. A copy of Township the draft By-law and is available southerly tocomments Printery Road from pendingthe further discussion with the of Woolwich stakeholders;for andreview in the Clerk’s Offi ce, Region of Waterloo, 2nd fl oor, 150 Frederick Street, Kitchener or on the • Utility relocation where necessary, to accommodate these improvements. EB
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processing has now been established as the leading economic driver in Ontario. So maybe that irony no longer exists. In any event, the grain farmers’ group also says products such as RePLAY have the potential to open a new market opportunity for Ontario soybean farmers. This may seem to run
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Earlier this week the Grain Farmers of Ontario demonstrated that versatility when the organization hosted a demonstration of an asphalt sealant called RePLAY. On a rare sunny autumn day, in the increasingly busy parking lot of the Ontario AgriCentre in Guelph, officials showed how the product is applied and explained how it can extend the life of asphalt by at least five years. This is significant when you consider how many thousands of miles of asphalt cover Ontario. Maintaining roads is a huge tax commitment by the province. It’s also essential if Ontario farmers are to transport their harvests abroad, while simultaneously attracting and servicing the business and industry it so desperately wants and needs to help its bottom line stay in the black. It’s kind of ironic that it would turn to agriculture to help promote manufacturing sector infrastructure, I suppose. But then again, agriculture and food
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Back home, part of the research required to keep Ontario farmers’ production humming along concerns the environment. The domestic population won’t tolerate feed-the-world practices that put too much pressure on their own surroundings. That’s one reason Ontario farmers have individual environmental farm plans that guide them through increasingly tough regulations designed to look after the population’s best interests. And it drives agri-food research activity at the University of Guelph, sponsored by the sector’s chief research funder, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. It’s a twist on a theme when farmers’ harvests go towards making products specifically dedicated to helping the environment. Actually, it happens a lot, but like most of agriculture, the incredible versatility of basic commodities such as soybeans and corn is not well understood.
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owner and ask questions. When Walker purchased the building on 3650 Lobsinger Line, her practice had to be built from the ground up, with new plumbing and electrical work as well as floor plans fit for a multi-room dental office. That was one of the steps after she created her business plan and successfully approached the bank. Adding Veevers to the business was an important step, as the two women are so far are running the practice on their own, hoping to hire an assistant and a hygienist as soon as business picks up. Last weekend Walker held a grand opening bar-
becue in town to celebrate her new business and clientele. Prior to the event, getting to know the community took a team effort. Word of Walker’s presence in the area was also spread by the people she worked with on the construction of the office as well as surrounding businesses. “My first step was deciding what I wanted. I looked around at some different locations and fell in love with St. Clements,” Walker said of her decision to relocate her work. Walker hopes the addition of her office to St. Clements will help deepen her roots in a community she has long felt a part of.
This Project is being conducted in accordance with the Environmental Assessment Act through the approved environIf you have questions concerning the By-law, please contact Nancy Button, mental planning process for Schedule “A+” projects under the “Municipal Class Environmental Assessment” (June 2000, Manager, Transportation Engineering at 519-575-4520 or by email at as amended in 2007).
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Wednesday, noted person by Tuesday, June 10, 2008. October 24, 2012 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
All comments and information received from individuals, stakeholder groups and agencies regarding this St. Jacobs Public Gymnasium project are being collected to assist the Region of School, Waterloo in making a decision. Under the Municipal 72 Queensway Drive, St. Jacobs and property location that may be Act, personal information such as name, address, telephone number, included in a submission becomes part Township of the public record. Questions regarding the collection of this of Woolwich information shouldtobe referred the person indicated above. Staff will be present answer your to questions and your comments will assist the Project Team in finalizing the Recommended Design alternative for this project. The plans will also be available for viewing after October 24, 2012 at the Region Nancy Button Administration Building, Design and Construction 6th Floor, 150 Frederick Street, Kitchener. If you are unable to attend the Manager, Transportation Information Centre and would like to makeEngineering your views known, please address your comments by November 14, 2012 to Mr. Region of Waterloo Bob Wheildon, P.Eng., Region of Waterloo Tel: 519-575-4757 x 3103, Fax: 519-575-4430, email: 150 Frederick Street, 7th Floor RWheildon@regionofwaterloo.ca.
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Playwright and director Peter Mansell (above left) takes notes during a rehearsal of Waiting for Father Anthony, the latest production from the K-W Silver Stars.
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Silver Stars group. K-W Silver Stars is a non-profit organization, founded in 1994, drawing participants from Waterloo Region and Wellington County. For 18 seasons, the group has been staging two annual productions by seniors for the general public. The K-W Silver Stars production of Waiting for
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plenty of energy from the older cast. “We dance all the dances of the ’60s.” More than 50 people taking part in putting on the show, including about a dozen and a half on stage. Everyone is energetic about it, she said. “There are jobs for everybody in a production like this,” Hill added of the
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of Brad Pitt and Elvis. – “the ladies all go gaga,” she laughed. They also quickly revert back to their dancing ways from five decades earlier. For the cast members, it’s a chance to relive some of those moments for real. “You still feel the same when you hear the music,” said Hill, noting there’s
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Nostalgia has a powerful draw on us. For seniors, that’s especially true. For the members of the K-W Silver Stars, it’s also great fodder for musical comedy, as can be seen with the theatre group’s upcoming production of Waiting for Father Anthony. Set to open Oct. 25 at the St. Jacobs Community Centre, the play is an original comedy with music from the 60’s by local playwright and theatre educator Peter Mansell. Waiting for Father Anthony touches on the ups and downs of teens of the past and the reminiscences of the adults they are today, told with the music that turned them on. In the here-and-now, a group of church ladies who gather regularly are waiting for the priest coming to replace Father Patrick, who’s leaving the parish. Their reminiscences take them – and the audience – back to 1961, where a much younger Patrick was part of the group as teens. “We try to encapsulate a little moment in time,” explained producer LeslieGail Hill. “We want to capture the music and the social mores of the time that are so different from today’s world.” It’s a trip down memory lane for the seniors involved in the production, and they want to take everyone along for the ride. Things take a twist when Father Anthony finally shows up, revealed to be some kind of combination
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Familiar enough with Baroque music that you might try your hand at distinguishing between classic and newly-composed pieces? Curious about the classical style? Either way, the Nota Bene Baroque’s got Something Old, Something New lined up for Oct. 21 at the Registry Theatre in Kitchener. It’s a concert in which half of the music is from the Baroque era and the other half is newly composed. Try to guess whether what you’re hearing is by Telemann, Vivaldi, Reincken, Purcell or a living composer, because the program won’t list the music in order, and there will be a quiz afterwards to see if you guessed right. Nota Bene was founded in 2001 by Daniel Zondervan, Michael Purves-Smith and Richard Cunningham to treat Waterloo Region music lovers to 17th and 18th century music as audiences experienced it at the time. Part of the Classics at the Registry series, the show is scheduled for Oct. 21, 3-4:30 p.m. at the Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick St., Kitchener. Tickets are $28 for adults, $25 for seniors and $5 for kids under 18, available at the Centre in the Square box office by calling 578-1570 or toll free 1-800-265-8977 or online at www.centre-square.com.
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MISC.: Assortment of Lumber, pine siding, Ornamental windmill, 2 cords split firewood, Windows, Muck Boots, Trees, Work boots, 40 big square straw bales.
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NOTE: Plan to attend for a great country day with 7 Auctioneers. Two sale rings selling at the same time. Quality merchandise, great food, hundreds of pies, rosettes, bread and tasty baked goods.
MATTRESS AND BOX Spring, new, never used, still in sealed bag. Sacrifice $195. Delivery available. Temperpedic Memory Foam Mattress, new, never used, in sealed bag. Like sleeping on a cloud. No pressure points. Bankruptcy sale $595, box spring $200 extra. Delivery available. 519-635-8737. NEW ITEMS ADDED DAILY! Visit our 2nd floor clearance centre for mega deals on hand tools, small appliances, artwork, home-decor, lighting, paint sundries, and so much more. All at least 35-50% off retail prices. Elmira Home Hardware. OPEN Mon Fri 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. & Sun noon - 5 p.m.
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COMMUNITY NIGHT: Preview the auction Friday October 26th – 6:00 to 8:30. Food, entertainment, a children’s auction and silent auction. Fun for the whole family! TERMS: Visa, Mastercard, Cash or cheque with proper ID. Not responsible for accidents or loss.
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AUCTIONS 1020 SAT. OCT 20 at 3:00 PM - 2 town house property auctions of residential 4 level side split homes located in a sought after area of Kitchener to be held at 35 Breckenridge Drive Units 1 and 8 in Kitchener near River Rd for Doug Woodhall. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555 or www.Jantziauctions.com
AUCTIONS 1027 SAT. OCT 27 at 8:30 AM Annual Charity auction sale of quilts; new and used furniture; farm miscellaneous; and miscellaneous items to be held at Riverdale Poultry Express 1 km west of Elmira for the Elmira and District Association for Community Living. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555 or www.Jantziauctions.com
AUCTIONS 1031 WED. OCT 31 at 10:00 AM - Clearing auction sale of household effects; furniture; tools; antiques; and collectables to be held at the St. Jacob’s Community Centre in St. Jacob’s for a Kitchener estate with additions. Jantzi Auctions Ltd. 519-656-3555 or www.Jantziauctions.com
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Elmira - Fantastic Layout in this bright home!
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Modern colours & décor throughout. Hardwood floors in the lg open living room & master bedrm. Eat-in kitchen w/slider to deck overlooking green space. Convenient upper floor laundry w/lg window. Finished basement w/slider walkout to back yard. Large 1.75 garage (18x20ft). MLS 1241698. Call Alli or Paul direct.
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164 Erb St. Waterloo
$347,000
POTENTIAL DUPLEX
Waterloo - Close to universities and downtown, this very well kept, cheerful century home boasts original charm with many modern twists! Original hardwood floors, brigh airy kitchens and a huge finished walk up attic with closet are just a few. Walkout to fenced yard from back family room. Ample parking, lots of storage, appliances included. MLS 1234099 Call Alli or Paul direct.
$314,000
GREAT OPPORTUNITY St. Clements - Own a duplex in small town St.
Clements. Great mortgage helper, excellent tenants, ample parking, fantastic location. Live in one and rent the other or rent them both or convert back to a large family home. very large country lot with mature trees. Backs onto greenbelt. Just minutes from the city and steps from all amenities, everything you want can be found in St. Clements. MLS 1241584. Call Alli or Bill direct.
$269,900
LOCATION, LOCATION!
Kitchener - - Fantastic bungalow close to expressway, amenities, bus routes and in quiet neighbourhood. The carpet free main floor is complete with 3 bedrooms, living room and eat-in kitchen. Large finished rec room with gas fireplace. Both bathrooms recently renovated. Convenient second garage door to fenced backyard featuring patio and large 10x16ft cedar shed. MLS 1241620. Call Alli or Bill direct.
NEW LISTING
$239,900
SPACIOUS TWO STOREY
Floradale - 1866 sq.ft. home in Floradale with
a large lot backing onto green belt. This century home is one of Floradale's originals. This home is priced right for a young family and has great potential . Close to Floradale School and the park. 20 min to K-W. MLS. Call Alli or Bill direct.
$218,500 EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY!
Elmira - This semi is only steps to downtown! Fantastic hardwood floors, high ceilings, original built in cupboards and trim provide charm and character. Bright spacious kitchen with walkout to sun porch. Featuring; large front porch, carpet free, 3 bedrooms, living room, family room and lots of parking. MLS 1237444. Call Alli or Paul direct.
NEW PRICE
$379,000
Paul Martin
BACKING ONTO GREEN SPACE!
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Elmira - Backing onto Green space! This fantastic home was built with family in mind! Huge kitchen with breakfast bar and walk out to large deck over looking green space. Office just off kitchen with side door to deck. Finished recroom with laminate floors and ample storage space. Large master bedroom complete with 2 walk-in closets and ensuite. MLS 1234126. Call Alli or Paul direct.
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$369,900
PRIME LOCATION!
Elmira - Backing onto farmland! Open welcoming front entrance to this, like new, open concept home. The main floor is bright and airy featuring: large breakfast bar, powder room, main floor laundry and is carpet free. The second floor is carpet free, master bedroom complete with walk in closet and spa like ensuite. Appliances are included. MLS 1241487. Call Alli or Paul direct.
$269,000 $279,000
$259,900
RARE FIND!!
Elmira - A perfect family home located on a mature
treed lot complete with shed and detached garage. This 2 storey, 3 bedroom home features a finished rec room, separate dining room, and main floor family room with sliders to large wrap around deck. New main floor and rec room windows excluding living room. All appliances included with the exception of freezer. MLS 1237778. Call Alli or Paul direct.
$359,000
LARGE WORKSHOP
5+ BEDROOM HOME
home is complete with 4 Bedrooms, plus office, living room, family room and finished basement. The bright living room is open to dinning room and kitchen. Unfinished walk up attic. Located on large lot featuring detached 17ft x 18ft, insulated, heated workshop, fantastic gazebo and 10ft x 20ft shed. MLS 1234999. Call Alli or Paul direct.
Waterloo - within walking distance to Universities, RIM and other Tech companies. This home could be an Investment property, residence or both! Just steps away from bus stop. Multiple driveways for parking. Separate entrance. Roof 2012. MLS 1237590. Call Bill or Alli direct.
Heidelberg - Bungalow with lg Workshop. This
$399,900 $399,900 IMPRESSIVE
ELMIRA - 3 bdrm, 2baths birdland bungalow backing onto farmland on a family oriented st. From the welcoming eat-in kit, to the oversized LR, to the gorgeous master w/walkout , this home is bright & spacious. Add in the huge unfinished basement, beautiful covered patio & well-kept yrd complete w/shed, this home is everything you are looking for! MLS 1231378. Call Alli or Paul direct!
$549,900
OUTSTANDING BUNGALOW
Elmira - Only 2 years old! Backing onto greenbelt.
Many upgrades throughout. Open concept mf w/hardwood & ceramic throughout. Gas fireplace in great room w/cathedral ceiling. Lg master w/5pc ens incl corner whirpool bath. MF laundry/mudroom. Finished basement includes: 2 bdrms, 4pc bath & lg rec rm. Sunroom walk-out to deck & interlock patio over-loogin yard & greenspace. MLS 1237430. Call Alli or Paul direct.
$319,000 PERFECT FOR A YOUNG FAMILY!
Elmira - Don’t miss this modern home featuring warm, neutral décor throughout and rich ceramic tile. Bright living room, open to dinette with slider to spacious fenced yard. Finished basement could be used for rec room or very large bedroom just off the fabulous 4 piece bathroom complete with corner tub. Appliances included. MLS 1232147. Call Alli or Paul direct.
D L O S
$369,000
FABULOUS BUNGALOW
Waterloo - Surrounded by beautifully landscaped yard. Excellent opportunity for seniors or family. Lg 4 car concrete driveway leading to tandem garage. Lg island in bright kit overlooking dr w/walkout to lg deck featuring retractable awning & view of yard. Rec rm w/wood fp & walkout to patio. Close to all amenities, downtown & expressway. MLS 1234685 Call Alli or Paul direct.
D L O S
$299,000
EXECUTIVE WILLOWELLS CONDO!!
Waterloo - Bright 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo featuring large living/dining room with built-in sidebar, separate dinette, 2 fireplaces and beautiful sunroom. Large master bedroom with 3 pc ensuite and walk-in closet. Underground parking and membership to Willowells Club included. MLS 1237578. Call Alli or Paul direct.
$299,900 YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS! Elmira - Brand new semi detached raised bungalow.
Complete with main floor laundry, 4 piece ensuite, open concept eat-in kitchen and living room with French door walk out to deck. All the conveniences on one floor. The large garage is perfect for storage and have room for a vehicle. Located close to downtown, walking distance to library, restaurants and banks. MLS 1234444. Call Alli or Paul direct.
$769,000 EQUIPPED FOR 2 FAMILIES!!
Elmira - This home is equipped for 2 families! Front and side entrances, separate garages, separate laundry rooms, separate bathrooms, living rooms and 2 huge kitchens. Fantastic opportunity for large family/families complete with 7 bedrooms. Perfect for the hobbiest 3 car garage & detached 4 car garage/workshop. Large yard 87x250ft over looking farm land just steps to golf course. MLS 1225049. Call Alli or Paul direct.
$379,900 PERFECTION! CHARISMATIC! RARE!
Elmira - Century home boasting original woodwork and hardwood throughout, 9ft ceilings, and pocket doors. spacious main bath and bedrooms with bonus room off master. Fully finished attic with skylights and gas fireplace. Within walking distance to all amenities. Detached workshop. MLS 1241191 Call Alli or Paul direct.
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Bert Martin BROKER
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Millbank $329,000 Millbank. Stately Victorian red brick with original gingerbread trim, some stained glass, original woodwork, updated windows, wiring, plumbing, etc. Finished rec room, walk up attic for potential use as family, games, office, whatever.Large lot backing onto greenspace. Must see! MLS Call Dale to view.
ELMIRA! GREAT STARTER semi offering new kitchen, two bathrooms, three bedrooms, patio and deck, fenced yard backing to green space. New roof September 2012. MLS $229,900.
NEW LISTING!
$379,900 This 2-storey home includes a gourmet kitchen with custom maple cupboards and a breakfast bar with 3 stools. The huge dining room is adjacent to the kitchen and opens into a large living room with large stained glass window. This home has lots of old time charm and character. Take the time. Come to our open house. MLS 1221850 Call Mildred Frey to view.
Wellesley
Elmira | 10 Martin’s Lane | New Listing $354,900 Huge older home with in-law
$389,500. Stunning 3 bdrm home with numerous upgrades. Fully fenced and landscaped yard. Finished office with separate entrance on lower level. Must be seen! MLS. Call Dale to view.
ELMIRA! GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY Duplex with two 2 bedroom units. Separate laundry, hydro, gas and water meters. Lots of parking. MLS $279,900.
set up M 1 zoning (light industrial) Inlaw allows as a mortgage helper. Some updates are New wiring, 200 amp, new plumbing, New on demand water heater, new kitchen in the main unit, 3 bathrooms, Some new windows & floors. More work in progress to be finished by the buyer. To view call Mildred or Len Frey.
Country All Around
For Lease - St. Clements
$528,500. 7280 Wellington Rd 12. Beautifully landscaped with a nice stand of trees. All brick quality construction with a fully finished basement and loads of features. Bright and spacious would lend itself to a granny suite or a large family. Walk down from garage. Flexible closing. MLS. Call Dale to view.
COMMERCIAL LEASE SPACE
Commercial space for lease in busy plaza only 15 minutes to K-W. Office space from 144 s/f to 2400 s/f. Zoning allows numerous uses. Lots of parking. MLS.
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OPEN HOUSE Sunday 2-4pm - 17 Park Ave. Elmira
3200 sq. ft available Lots of parking. High traffic exposure and visibility. Can be divided. Great character building for retail or professional services. Call Dale to view.
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FEATURED PROPETRY - Extensively renovated bungalow 85‘x170’) in ST. JACOBS. Hardwood & ceramic flrs. Oak kitchen w/island. Fin. rec. rm. & 4th bdrm in lower level. Main flr. laundry 2 baths. Main flr. family rm. (could be a master w/ensuite). Updated bathrms, windows, and furnace. NEW MLS EXPECT TO BE IMPRESSED! 12 acres overlooking the countryside & pond. Custom built and loaded w/extras. Gourmet kitchen. Open concept makes it great for entertaining. Private master suite. Huge fin walkout bsmt. TRIPLE garage. Prof. landscaped. MLS
$474,900
HUGE Park like back yard overlooking an open field. Large D.A w/walkout to oversized deck, patio & covered porch. Oak kitchen. Gas f.p. in L.R. Hardwood in several rooms. Main flr. office. Private master ‘suite’ & lavish ensuite bath. Fin. bsmt . MLS
$259,900
AFFORDABLE Large fam. rm addition w/cathedral ceiling and lots of windows! Oversized dining area. Main flr. laundry, bathroom and master bdrm. Huge Rec. rm. w/high ceiling. Newer doors, windows, furnace & deck. MLS
MOVE-IN CONDITION! enjoy the dble. garage w/stairs to basement. Updated kitchen, 2 bathrooms, windows, doors, furnace & central air. Private dec area. Fin. rec. rm. w/fireplace 2pc washroom and games room. MLS
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$288,000 DRAYTON. Inviting open concept layout with main floor cathedral ceiling, spacious living and dining room, large eat-in kitchen offers a garden door to the rear patio, 3 bdrms, 2 bathrooms, cozy rec. room, unfinished 4th level with many possibilities. MLS
$839,000. Picturesque property of rolling land, mature trees for privacy. 3 Bedroom bungalow with walkout basement, an ideal in-law if needed. Inground pool, shop/barn future pond sight. Centrally located to the tri-cities. MLS
Sales Rep.
$899,000
$289,000
BACKSPLIT ON 100’x190’ LOT!
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$342,735 ELMIRA. Well designed home with all main floor amenities, gorgeous kitchen with island & pantry, ceramic & hardwood floors, living rm with gas fireplace and walkout, 2 bdrms, 2 baths, full basement for future development. NEW MLS
$319,900 ST. CLEMENTS. Sought after property minutes from KW. Features 3 bdrms, 2 bathrooms, unique layout with 2 walkouts, gas heat, oversized garage, detached 16’x24’ shop, extra long double driveway. MLS
COUNTRY LOT .5 ACRE | $73,500 Don’t miss this chance to enjoy sunrises and sunsets. Within 40 minutes of KW or Guelph. High speed internet is available with fibre optic. MLS
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IN MEMORIAM
In memory of
Darryl Bowman Who passed away on October 24, 2002. Life goes on and the years go by but treasured memories never die. No longer in our life to share, but in our heart your’re always there.
DEATH NOTICES ARISS, JEAN “JEANNIE” (NEE ZINGER) | July 10, 1928 - October
14, 2012 Jean was born and raised in Elmira, Ontario and spent her adult life in K-W. MARTIN, EDNA M. | Passed away peacefully, at her residence in Hawkesville, on Monday, October 15, 2012, at the age of 81 years. MARTIN, CLINTON TROY | Passed away at McMaster Medical
Centre, Hamilton on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at the age of 51 days. Clinton was the beloved son of Stuart and Amy Beth Martin.
MUSSELMAN, MARSHALL | Peacefully passed away on
Monday, October 15, 2012 at Caressant Care in Fergus, at the age of 86 years. Marshall was the beloved husband for 57 years of Mary (Cressman) Musselman of St. Jacobs.
WEBER, URIAS W. | Passed away on Monday, October 15,
2012, at his home, in his 85th year.
Lovely remembered by Merle, Elsie & Family.
WILLIAMS, FRANCIS OWEN (FRANK) | Passed on at KW Health
Centre of Grand River Hospital on Friday, October 12, 2012, at the age of 80 years. Frank Williams, of Elmira. SERVICE DIRECTORY
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RENTALS ELMIRA 2 BEDROOM basement apartment in quiet duplex. In suite laundry, newly renovated, no smoking/pets. $825.00 inclusive. Call 519-574-6105. ROOM AND BOARD in a family home. Shared kitchen, livingroom, family room, fireplace, laundry. $500/mth inclusive. Parking. Avail. Nov. 1. 519-884-3713.
COMM/ INDUSTRIAL FOR RENT ELMIRA STORE 1560 sq. ft. plus unfinished basement with shelving - front & rear entrances, move in condition. $1175.00/mth plus utilities and taxes. Suitable for retail or office. Phone Allan 519-669-8074 or Paul 519-669-8582. Email allanpoffenroth@gmail.com
COMM/ INDUSTRIAL FOR RENT FOR RENT - For Not For Profit Woolwich Township organization or charity. Older 3 bedroom house about 1300 sq. ft. known as Kiwanis house. Plenty of parking, has central air. Rent will include all utilities and maintenance. Monthly rent negotiable. Located near Elmira Memorial Centre (arena & pool) KIWANIS HOUSE could share with other “not for profit” group or charity. Email allanpoffenroth@gmail.com
GARAGE SALES SATURDAY OCT 20, 8am-3pm. 47 Poffenroth path, Elmira. Furniture, table and chairs, lawn mower, tools, brand new power mitre saw, Lego, shelving units, and much much more! SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27. 9am to 2pm, 1 mile East of Northfield Drive on Line 86. Household items, store fixtures, bikes, toys, furniture including 7 piece sectional.
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MUNICIPAL | REGIONAL PUBLIC NOTICES
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DESIGNATE 4 Katherine Street North, Winterbourne Chalmers Presbyterian Church TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Woolwich intends to designate the Chalmers Presbyterian Church and associated property at 4 Katherine Street North, Winterbourne, Township of Woolwich, Region of Waterloo, as a property of heritage value or interest under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (R.S.O 1990, Ch. O. 18). A By-law to designate the property will be presented to Woolwich Township Council, for formal approval, at its regular Council meeting to be held on Tuesday, November 27, 2012. Description of Property The Chalmers Presbyterian Church is located at 4 Katherine Street North in Winterbourne. As the only church building in Winterbourne and at a prominent downtown corner of Katherine and Peel Streets, it is a key feature in the community. Statement of Heritage Value or Interest
This will be an excellent opportunity for the public to directly participate in discussions that will shape the future direction of Woolwich’s recreation facility usage and revitalization.
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The church building was completed in 1870 under the guidance of Reverend Hugh Thompson and has served the local community for over 100 years as a place to worship with baptisms, funerals and marriages. The vernacular architecture of this simple rectangular structure reflects the construction used by builders at the time. It was designed for functionality and includes very tall gothic windows, high ceiling, a large double front door, and the yellow brick common to the area with a simple detail. For the most part the building has not been significantly altered externally, therefore the building is an ideal historic structure. The structure represents a high degree of craftsmanship as it is still a structurally viable building. The attributes of the building that need to be protected are: • Entire exterior of the building, including all facades. • Individual, symmetrically placed windows. • Double front door. • Timber frame roof. • Gothic windows.
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• Stone foundation. • Yellow brick. • Church Steeple. • Contextual landscape, including trees.
The church building and its contextual landscape relates to being situated at the core and crossroads of the Winterbourne community. The property meets all three criteria for designation since it has design and physical value, historical/associative value and contextual value. Further information respecting the proposed designation is available from the Engineering and Planning Services Department of the Township of Woolwich. Any person may send by registered mail or deliver to the Clerk of the Township of Woolwich notice of their objection to the proposed designation together with a statement of the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts. If such a Notice of Objection is received, the Council of the Township of Woolwich will refer the matter to the Conservation Review Board for a hearing. THE LAST DAY FOR FILING OBJECTIONS IS Tuesday, November 20, 2012.
Conestogo Park – Community Consultation for Facility Renewal and Upgrade WHEN: Wednesday October 24th, 2012 7:00 PM-8:30 PM WHERE: Conestogo Public School Gym 1948 Sawmill Rd, Conestogo, ON To fill out a survey on plans for recreation in Conestogo, please visit our website at www.woolwich.ca. For more information, please contact The Township of Woolwich Recreation and Facilities Services at 519-669-6026 or email kmakela@woolwich.ca
Dated at the Township of Woolwich this 20th day of October, 2012. Christine Broughton, Clerk, Township of Woolwich
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Tackling social problems through artistic expression
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Originally a poem, The Shunning uses dance to raise the issue of communal relationships ELENA MAYSTRUK When the MOTUS O Dance Theatre first brought their play to Waterloo Region more than 14 years ago, they struck a chord in the community. Now artistic directors James and Cynthia Croker and Jack Langenhuizen are bringing The Shunning back to kick off a new season at the Registry Theatre in Kitchener. The play is a reconstruction of a book of poetry, later a theatre production, by playwright and author Patrick Friesen. “About 18 years ago we actually read the book of poetry. We approached him and we said we really love the language and that we can see it being preformed as a dance piece,” said James Croker. The Shunning is a story of a Mennonite farmer who is shunned by his community for questioning its doctrines. In order for him to be brought back into the fold of his family he must ask forgiveness of the authorities or remain alone. As his relationships disintegrate he wants to express his personal views while struggling with life outside of the order and everything he knows. First produced for the Tarragon Theatre in Toronto, 16 years ago, the Motus O adaptation is all about representing the story through interpretive dance, video and sparse words, Croker said.
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A poster for the play depicting Jack Langenhuizen as Peter being shunned by his community. When the play came to Kitchener a couple of years after the big city debut, it was presented with a strong response from a community that lives side by side with Mennonite culture. “Because of the close relationship people have to the Mennonite community, we had at least half a dozen people after the performance come up to us and say ‘my uncle was shunned’ or ‘my great grandfather was shunned’ and some of them had really quite terrible stories and some had great stories,” he explained. The play is made up of six performers and explores the intricacies of community
life and individualism. “It’s certainly not just religious. It’s human dynamics at work, it’s Lord of the Flies all over again; groups suddenly congregate around an idea and then pick on an individual. It can be business, it can be school, it can be bullying. It’s when a group decides a person isn’t acceptable and rather than releasing them from the group they crush them,” he added. In this case the group chose to show the complexities of the subjects at hand through dance. In one scene, Croker notes, the shunned farmer Peter and his wife are at
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odds with each other, neither one knowing why. Rather than having the characters act out the scene through speech, the couple dances while never really connecting. “Because we are dealing with subtleties within a religious community, I don’t think we’ll get any Old Order Mennonites coming out to the show. And we’re asking people to totally suspend their disbelief because we’re Mennonites dancing,” he said of the performance. “But what we’re hoping to do is sort of take it so far out there that people begin to look at the issues of humanity and how we treat
people.” Part of the message is that many people who are shunned do not have the means to live outside of their communities and though the play fictional, part of Friesen’s intent was to bring many issues to the forefront with the tragic story of this Mennonite farmer. “As one critic said to us, they felt empathy for everybody. It’s a wonderful poetic piece, in the sense of unraveling the layers of community and individuality,” said Croker. The Shunning runs Friday and Saturday (7:30 p.m.).
Our business, Never Enough Thyme, has moved! It’s been a very busy time for our team and we are very happy to be settled in our new space. A busy business, two young children and a move makes for two time starved parents. It seems we were feeling the crunch at dinner time more than we would like to. You would think that as a chef it wouldn’t take much to put together a dinner. I turned to Never Enough Thyme many nights for our family meals. The comfort of our pot pies or mac and cheese is truly satisfying. I would have to say our kids’ favourites are always the soups. These soup recipes are easy to make and require very little time on the stove. The fragrance of the Thai chicken soup is wonderful, with a familiar comfort. The possibilities with soup are endless. Cream, broth, international, local ... you are only limited to your imagination. These recipes are from our Italian and Thai cooking classes. Shopping local and cooking global on a time crunch has never been easier.
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OCTOBER 19 PROGRESSIVE EUCHRE CARD PARTY – 7:30 p.m. at St. Teresa of Avila Church Hall, Elmira. Doors open at 7 p.m. Admission $6. Tables will be set aside for the guests who wish to bring their own games to play. Dorr prizes and light lunch served. Everyone welcome! Sponsored by St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Women’s League.
FAMILY AND CHILDRENS’ SERVICES of the Waterloo Region is hosting a Foster Parent Information night. Open to anyone interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent to help children. 7 – 8:30 p.m. at The Family Centre. For more information call 519-576-0540.
WCS YOUTH CENTRE IS going swimming. Join us as we go swimming at Waterloo Swimplex, just bring your permission form and $5. We are leaving the YC at 7:30 p.m. For more information contact Catherine or Anna at (519) 669-3539.
OCTOBER 25 CHATEAU GARDENS ELMIRA AUXILIARY Annual Harvest Tea. 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Tea room, craft vendors, draw tables, quilt raffle. All welcome. Use either 8 Snyder Ave. or 11 Herbert St. entrance. For more information call 519-669-2921.
OCTOBER 20 THE LADIES AUXILIARY OF Twin Oaks, 1360 Maryhill Rd., Maryhill invite you to their annual Autumn Tea and Bazaar 1-4 p.m. Main Draw: Queen size quilt, painting, shopping cart, answering set, dinner set and surprises. Draw held 3:30 p.m. Gift table draw, tea room, bake table, crafts, white elephant table. All proceeds will benefit the residents of Twin Oaks.
K-W SILVER STARS PRESENT an original 60’s Musical Comedy – ‘ Waiting for Father Anthony’ at the St. Jacobs Community Centre – Lions Hall, 29 Parkside Dr., St. Jacobs. Evening performances Oct 5 & 26 7:30 p.m., matinee performances Oct. 27 & 28, 2:30 p.m. For All ages. Tickets - $18 at Centre in the Square Kitchener 519-578-1570 or 1-800-265-8977. For Groups or Special Requests – phone Sandy 519-888-7497.
FIRST ANNUAL HALLOWEEN HAUNT, 12-3pm at EDSS. Meet us at the University ave entrance for scary good times with the EDSS Haunted Gym, glow in the dark games and BBQ lunch (12-2). Brought to you by the Kin Club of Woolwich and the EDSS drama department. Donations appreciated.
EATING DISORDERS: UNDERSTANDING THE signs and the system – Trellis Mental Health and Development Services Eating Disorders Clinic staff will present this one session workshop. Topics covered will include: healthy eating, body image, red flags and how to access a referral for help. This free seminar will be held at Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Dr., St. Jacobs, 7-8:30 pm. For more information for
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OCTOBER 26 HOT ROAST BEEF SANDWICHES $7. Royal Canadian Legion, 11 First St., Elmira.;6 p.m. Take outs available call 519-669-2932 to place your order for pick up Friday. LIFTED VOICES IS CELEBRATING over 20 years of friendship and music-making with the release of our new CD “Sing for Joy.” Please join us for a free concert at 7 p.m. at First Mennonite Church, 800 King St. E., Kitchener. We will sing in memory of our dear friend, Joy Dorsch, who passed away in 2006. CDs will be available to purchase. H.U.G.S. PROGRAM – 9:15-11:15 a.m. Meet with other parents to discuss parenting and child health issues. Topic: Best and Worst Toys to buy for Christmas. No registration required. Held at Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Drive, St. Jacobs 9:1511:15. Call Heidi at 519-664-3794, ext. 237 for more information.
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OCTOBER 27 39TH ANNUAL ELMIRA CHARITY Quilt Auction and Country Market to be held at Riverdale Poultry Express, 6811 Church St. W (Line 86) Elmira, On. www. elmiraquiltauction.com. VISIT THE WTHHS HISTORICAL Room at the Old School, 1137 Henry Street, Wellesley, on Saturday, between 10:00am and 3:00pm and enjoy displays and interesting historical facts about Wellesley Township. In 2012, we will be open every last Saturday of each month, except December. Free Admission.
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St. Teresa Catholic Church No God, No Hope; Know God, Know Hope! Celebrate Eucharist with us Mass times are:
Sat. 5pm & Sun. 9am & 11:15am
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STRANGE BUT TRUE / BILL & RICH SONES PH.D.
Why do so many people believe in improbable things like ghosts & astrology? WEIRD NOTES
Q. OK, Sherlock, so the crime sceneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bloody mess. Where do you go from there?
A. When a drop of blood
falls or is thrown from a victim, you need to determine both its speed and size based on the stain it leaves on a surface, says Jearl Walker in â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Flying Circus of Physics.â&#x20AC;? The problem is that a larger stain could be due to a small drop with a higher speed or a large
drop with a lower speed. So another factor to be considered is the number of â&#x20AC;&#x153;fingersâ&#x20AC;? present, that is, the splash points or ridges that form around the perimeter of the stain. A higher speed, for example, produces a greater number of fingers. Then thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the nature of the surface involved: the rougher it is, the smaller the blood stain and the more overlapping fingers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Extensive experimental work is needed to catalog the bloodstain properties on common types of surfaces, from concrete to paper to glass.â&#x20AC;?
The upshot: When bloodstains are found at a crime scene, you need to take a sampling of the solid stained surface to a laboratory, â&#x20AC;&#x153;where experiments using blood drops of known size and fall height can be investigated with that surface,â&#x20AC;? Walker concludes.
Q. Why do so many
people believe in improbable things like ghosts, astrology, psychic phenomena, UFOs?
A. We humans are â&#x20AC;&#x153;cognitive misers,â&#x20AC;? capable of careful, logical problem solving but much of the time using automatic decision processes and
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to look at evidence in a slanted way. If someone is comforted by the belief that there are ghosts or alien beings on Earth, most people wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see a problem, unless of course he or she is investing money or emotional energy in adhering to these â&#x20AC;&#x153;weird beliefs.â&#x20AC;? Concludes Butler, â&#x20AC;&#x153;a little bit of unreality isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t too harmful for people and may be more comforting than believing only in what can be observed.â&#x20AC;? ABOUT THE AUTHORS Bill a journalist, Rich holds a doctorate in physics. Together the brothers bring you â&#x20AC;&#x153;Strange But True.â&#x20AC;? Send your questions to strangetrue@compuserve.com
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or when we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think of the person and he or she did call -- a classic example of â&#x20AC;&#x153;confirmation bias.â&#x20AC;? Also, we are powerfully swayed by anecdotal evidence, even if the event happened to someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cousinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother-in-law. Our distance from the event doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to matter as much as the apparent match between the anecdote and our observations. Then, too, some people have a strong desire to believe thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more out there than they can easily observe. Psychic power, if true, would be pretty neat so that bias leads them
shortcuts to get a â&#x20AC;&#x153;closeenoughâ&#x20AC;? answer, says Case Western Reserve University social psychologist Jennifer Butler. Within this framework, we seek plausible explanations for the events that we seem to experience. For example, we might notice that we think of a person right before he or she calls us and conclude that we have psychic powers. But the less exciting answer is we probably think of that person often, yet our attention is drawn to the times when we think of the person right before receiving a call, ignoring the other times when there was no call,
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CHEF’S TABLE: Soup is a perennial favourite,
and it can be made quickly and easily, too
Tom Kha Kai Roasted Red Coconut Pepper Soup Chicken 2 tbsp olive oil Soup
lemon grass, lime leaves, galangal, chilies, poach in the coconut milk, with saucepan covered. Allow to steep for 5 minutes off the heat; Strain the coconut milk to remove the lemon grass mix. Place the coconut milk in the pot and add the chicken strips, and poach until the chicken is cooked. Do not boil; Add julienne of vegetables, lemon juice, fish sauce and sugar. Simmer for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and enjoy.
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2 roasted red peppers
4 oz chicken breast
1 onion, julienned
1 stick lemon grass
3 cloves of garlic
1 inch galangal root
2 tbsp Italian seasoning
4 lime leaves or 1 tbsp lime juice
2 bay leaves 1/2 can of tomato paste
1 fresh hot chili
2 cans of plum tomato
2 cups coconut milk
1 can of tomato juice
1 cup water
2 tsp balsamic vinaigrette
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tomato juice can of water
1 tbsp fish sauce
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1/4 cup of julienned carrot
Salt and pepper
Never Enough Thyme Catering Inc. was created with one thought in mind: to create more thyme! Chefs Dierre and Jacqueline offer corporate and celebratory catering, specialty food shoppe including cakes and cooking classes. Www.Neverenoughthyme.ca; like us on facebook and follow on twitter: nethymekitchen.
10 snow peas, julienned
2 tbsp pesto
1/4 red pepper, julienned
Boconcini
1 baby bok choy, sliced 1/4 tsp sugar
In a hot pot put in olive oil, onion garlic, spices and bay leaves. Saute until onions are translucent; Add tomato paste, stir to combine. Add tomatoes, tomato juice and roasted red pepper. Simmer for approximately 25 minutes, remove bay leaves, puree and add pesto, balsamic and stir in; When soup is in the serving bowl, add sliced boconcini.
Slice chicken into 1/4” strips; Smash lemon grass with flat of a chef’s knife, cut into 1” strips, slice galangal into thin medallions, slice chilies and lime leaves into thirds. Reserve in a bowl; Heat coconut milk and water in sauce pan for 2-3 minutes. Do not let it boil. Reduce the heat to medium and add the
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75% OFF Items
50% OFF Items
• 1250 & 1700 Pond Master Filter System • Pond Master Pumps • Aquariums | Stands | Lids • Fish Tank Accessories • Premium Underground Filters • Biological Filtration Systems
• Select Dog Shampoo • Various Dog Treats • Bird Houses & Feeders • Select Dog & Cat Beds - All Sizes
Selling At Cost • Pulsar Dog Food - Grain Free - 2 diets • Harvest Blend Dog Food - 3 diets
10 Church St. W., Elmira | 519-669-4374 Hours: M-W 9-6 | Th-F 9-7 | Sat. 9-5
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www.villagepetfoodshoppe.com MCC Thrift Shops of Ontario present
THE NEW 2013 MODELS
HAVE ARRIVED of
Fashion
supporting Mennonite Central Committee water projects with guest host, CHYM FM's George and featuring local celebrity models!
2.5X Limited Package shown
Tues. Nov. 13
2.5X
2013 LEASE PAYMENT
288
$
starting from $27,923 *
2,611
$
DOWN*
Michaels
Fashion Show starts at 7pm – Bingemans Marshall Hall
0.9 % LEASE RATE
FOR 24 MONTHS*
425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener • Doors open at 6:30pm
$20 tickets available (in advance only) at: 3.6R Limited Package shown
2013
2.5i
starting from $25,423 *
3,497
$
DOWN*
0.9 %
LEASE RATE
2013
$228
FOR 24 MONTHS*
3,831
$
DOWN*
0.9 %
LEASE RATE
JAPANESE ENGINEERED VEHICLES STANDARD WITH
All prices include freight and fees. Excludes HST and licensing.
2.0i
starting from $21,923 *
LEASE PAYMENT
$318
Best Mainstream Brand
|
2013
2.5i
convenience package
starting from $30,423 *
LEASE PAYMENT
2,390
$
DOWN*
FOR 24 MONTHS*
1.9 %
LEASE RATE
LEASE PAYMENT
$228
FOR 24 MONTHS*
Top Safety Pick: 2012 Subaru Lineup. Subaru is the only manufacturer with IIHS Top Safety Picks for all models, for the third year in a row.
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*Ratings of “Good” are the highest rating awarded for 40-mph frontal offset, 31-mph side-impact and 20-mph rear-impact crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) (www.iihs.org). A “Good” rating obtained in all three crash tests plus a “Good” rating in new roof strength testing and the availability of Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (Vehicle Dynamics Control) achieves a 2012 Top Safety Pick. Based on ALG’s 2012 Residual Value Award for Best Mainstream Brand. *MSRP of $25,995/$23,495/$28,495/$19,995 on 2013 Forester 2.5X (DJ1 X0)/Legacy 2.5i (DA1 BP)/Outback 2.5i Convenience Package (DD1 CP)/Impreza 2.0i (DF1 BP). Lease rate of 0.9%/0.9%/0.9%/1.9% for 24/24/24/24 months. Monthly payment is $288/$228/$318/$228 with $2,611/$3,497/$3,831/$2,390 down payment. Option to purchase at end of lease is $18,795/$16,802/$19,371/$14,708. Advertised pricing consists of MSRP plus charges for Freight/PDI ($1,595), Air Tax ($100), Tire Stewardship Levy ($29.20), OMVIC Fee ($5), Dealer Admin ($199). Freight/PDI charge includes a full tank of gas. Taxes, licence, registration and insurance are extra. $0 security deposit. Models shown: 2013 Forester 2.5X Limited Package (DJ2 LPN) with an MSRP of $33,395. 2013 Outback 3.6R Limited Package (DD2 LN6) with an MSRP of $38,495. Dealers may sell or lease for less or may have to order or trade. Offers applicable on approved credit at participating dealers only. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km per year, with exess charged at $0.10/km. Leasing and financing programs available through Subaru Financial Services by TCCL other lease and finance rates and terms available; down payment or equivalent trade-in may be required. Vehicles shown solely for purposes of illustration, and may not be equipped exactly as shown. Offers available until October 31, 2012. See your local Subaru dealer for complete program details.
MCC Thrift & Gift (59 Church St. W., Elmira) Generations (50 Bridgeport Rd. E., Waterloo) Kitchener MCC Thrift Shop (385 Lancaster St., Kitchener) MCC Head Office (60 Ottawa St., Kitchener) New Hamburg Thrift Centre (41 Heritage Dr., New Hamburg) or online at
mcco.ca/splash
Don't m iss this amazin g oppo rtu to purc hase clo nity thing, shoes, purses , jewelry , and Christm as giftw are! Cash • Credit • Cheq
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Less Fuel. More Power. Great Value is a comparison between the 2012 and the 2011 Chrysler Canada product lineups. 40 MPG or greater claim (7.0 L/100 km) based on 2012 EnerGuide highway fuel consumption estimates. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on powertrain, driving habits and other factors. See retailer for additional EnerGuide details. Wise customers read the fine print: •, *, ▲, †, § The All Out Clearout Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating retailers on or after September 1, 2012. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. See participating retailers for complete details and conditions. •$19,995 Purchase Price applies to 2012 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package (22F) only and includes $2,000 Consumer Cash Discount. See participating retailers for complete details. Pricing includes freight ($1,400–$1,595), air tax (if applicable), tire levy and OMVIC fee. Pricing excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select 2012 vehicles and are manufacturer-to-retailer incentives, which are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. Amounts vary by vehicle. See your retailer for complete details. ▲$1,500 Bonus Cash is available on all new 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT and $1,000 Bonus Cash is available on all new 2012 Dodge Journey SXT models except remaining Save the Freight models. Bonus Cash will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. See your retailer for complete details. †4.49% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2012 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package (22F) model to qualified customers on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank, TD Auto Finance and Ally Credit Canada. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailer may sell for less. See your retailer for complete details. Example: 2012 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package (22F) with a Purchase Price of $19,995 (including Consumer Cash Discount) financed at 4.49% over 96 months with $0 down payment, equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $115 with a cost of borrowing of $3,843 and a total obligation of $23,837.61. Pricing includes freight ($1,400–$1,595), air tax (if applicable), tire levy and OMVIC fee. Pricing excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailer may sell for less. §2012 Dodge Journey R/T shown. Price including applicable Consumer Cash Discount: $25,530. Pricing includes freight ($1,400–$1,595), air tax (if applicable), tire levy and OMVIC fee. Pricing excludes licence, insurance, registration, any retailer administration fees, other retailer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. See bottom of the ad for range of potential retailer fees. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Retailer may sell for less. ^Based on R. L. Polk Canada, Inc. January to October 2011 Canadian Total New Vehicle Registration data for Chrysler Crossover Segments. ¤Based on 2012 EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Transport Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on powertrain, driving habits and other factors. 2012 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package & SE Plus 2.4 L 4-speed automatic – Hwy: 7.5 L/100 km and City: 10.8 L/100 km. 2012 Dodge Journey SXT 3.6 L 6-speed automatic – Hwy: 7.8 L/100 km and City: 12.6 L/100 km. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC.
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7.5 L/100 KM HWY ¤ MPG HWY
2012 DODGE JOURNEY CANADA VALUE PACKAGE
PURCHASE PRICE INCLUDES $2,000 CONSUMER CASH,* FREIGHT, AIR TAX, TIRE LEVY AND OMVIC FEE. TAXES EXCLUDED. OTHER RETAILER CHARGES MAY APPLY.+
$
19,995
115 OR CHOOSE
BI-WEEKLY FINANCING†
• 3.6 L PentastarTM VVT V6 with 283 HP • One-touch up/down front windows
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• Dual bright exhaust tips • Highway: 7.8 L/100 KM (36 MPG)¤ T:14”
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BEST NEW SUV/CUV UNDER $35,000 IN 2012 ACCORDING TO AJAC.
2012 Dodge Journey R/T shown.§
FOR 96 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN
$
MORE BI-WEEKLY
25
(INCLUDES $3,000 TOTAL DISCOUNTS *▲ )
+Your local retailer may charge additional fees for administration/pre-delivery that can range from $0 to $1,098 and anti-theft/safety products that can range from $0 to $1,298. Charges may vary by retailer.
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10 VEHICLES WITH 40 MPG HWY OR BETTER.
LESS FUEL. MORE POWER. GREAT VALUE.
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