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contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.crimestopperssdm.com or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) (Hours: Mon. - Fri - 8 am to 6 pm) OPP INVESTIGATE THEFT OF ATV (TOWN OF PENETANGUISHENE, ON) – Members of www.antifraudcentre.ca the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) HURONIA WEST A SAFE HOLIDAY SEASON – The are currently investigating members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario the theft of an All-Terrain Provincial Police would like to remind our motoring Vehicle (ATV) from a shed public that during this holiday season to not to drink and at a residence on Peel Street drive, to wear your seat belt, not to use cellular devices in Penetanguishene, ON. The theft occurred sometime while driving and when traveling gets nasty to slow down between December 2 and and drive according to the conditions. We would like to thank those in our Detachment area December 9, 2016 while who took the time to help us make our community a safer the owner was out of town. The ATV is described as a 2014 Yamaha YFZ450RX with place to live, work, visit and play in 2016. The members of the Huronia West Detachment of the vehicle identification number 5Y4AJ69W9EA300138, Ontario Provincial Police would like to wish the residents orange in colour. The stolen ATV is valued at $14,000. Anyone with information is asked to call the Southern and visitors to the communities we serve a safe holiday Georgian Bay OPP 705-526-3761 of the Orillia season and prosperous 2017. ANIMAL CARCASSES FOUND IN AWENDA PARK communications 1-888-310-1122. CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES POLICE Members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently INVESTIGATING THREAT - Bracebridge Ontario investigating the discovery of animal carcasses in Awenda Provincial Police (OPP) began conducting an investigation into a threat that was made via the social media site Twitter Provincial Park. On Saturday December 10, 2016 at approximately 12:40 to the Trillium Lakelands District School Board at 9:05 p.m. a concerned citizen contacted the OPP after they a.m. this morning. As a result of the threat, all Trillium came upon the carcass remains of a fur bearing animal that Lakeland Schools, both elementary and secondary, were appears to be that of a coyote. The carcasses were located put into a “Hold and Secure” in order to ensure the safety close to the snow mobile trail on Concession 17 East in of students while police conducted their investigation. With the assistance of the Muskoka Crime Unit, the Tiny Township, Ontario. Police also received information that the carcass remains Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the OPP Internet of three other similar type animals were found four days Intelligence Unit, police identified the person responsible prior to December 10, just inside the main entrance and at 11:00 a.m. arrested a 16-year old Gravenhurst male. The involved male has been charged with Mischief CC of Awenda Provincial Park. The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act prohibits 430(1)(d) and Uttering Threats CC 264.1(1)(a) but cannot be named under the provisions of the Youth hunting in various Provincial Parks Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). including Awenda Provincial Park. If you want to drink, The investigation is ongoing and police The OPP and the Ministry of Natural that’s your business. are asking anyone with information to Resources and Forestry are continuing If you want to stop, contact Bracebridge OPP at (888) 310-1122 the investigation. that’s ours. or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Anyone with information is asked to You can submit your information online at call the Ministry of Natural Resources www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have Tip Line at 1-877-TIPS MNR (847any information on this crime or any other 7667) or the MNR main office at 705crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to 725-7500. call display and you will remain anonymous. Members of the Southern Georgian Orillia 325-6385 Being anonymous, you will not testify in Bay Detachment of the Ontario Midland 526-3305 court and your information may lead to a Provincial Police are committed to Bracebridge ~ cash reward of up to $2,000. public safety, delivering proactive and 705-646-2491 Barrie OPP Seize Firearms innovative policing in partnership with www.egbdaa.org (Oro-Medonte, ON) – On Saturday our communities.Officers value your
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By: Little Brown Bear (Ernest Matton) I.C.A.D.C., E.F.A.P., Addiction Behavioural Specialist E.F.T. Practitioner • T.I.R. Facilitator Certified Gladue Writer Pain is Inevitable However Suffering is Optional When grief doesn’t go away It’s normal to feel sad, numb, or angry following a loss. But as time passes, these emotions should become less intense as you accept the loss and start to move forward. If you aren’t feeling better over time, or your grief is getting worse, it may be a sign that your grief has developed into a more serious problem, such as complicated grief or major depression. Complicated grief The sadness of losing someone you love never goes away completely, but it shouldn’t remain center stage. If the pain of the loss is so constant and severe that it keeps you from resuming your life, you may be suffering from a condition known as complicated grief. Complicated grief is like being stuck in an intense state of mourning. You may have trouble accepting the death long after it has occurred or be so preoccupied with the person who died that it disrupts your daily routine and undermines your other relationships. Symptoms of complicated grief include: • Intense longing and yearning for the deceased • Searching for the person in familiar places • Intrusive thoughts or images of your loved one • Denial of the death or sense of disbelief • Imagining that your loved one is alive • Avoiding things that remind you of your loved one • Extreme anger or bitterness over the loss • Feeling that life is empty or meaningless The difference between grief and depression Distinguishing between grief and clinical depression isn’t always easy, since they share many symptoms. However, there are ways to tell the difference. Remember, grief can be a roller coaster. It involves a wide variety of emotions and a mix of good and bad days. Even when you’re in the middle of the grieving process, you will have moments of pleasure or happiness. With depression,
Part Five on the other hand, the feelings of emptiness and despair are constant. Other symptoms that suggest depression, not just grief: • Intense, pervasive sense of guilt. • Thoughts of suicide or a preoccupation with dying. • Feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness. • Slow speech and body movements • Inability to function at work, home, and/or school. • Seeing or hearing things that aren’t there. If you recognize any of the above symptoms of complicated grief or clinical depression, talk to a mental health professional or your doctor right away. Left untreated, complicated grief and depression can lead to significant emotional damage, life-threatening health problems, and even suicide. But treatment can help you get better. Contact a grief counselor, doctor or professional therapist if you: • Feel like life isn’t worth living • Wish you had died with your loved one • Blame yourself for the loss or for failing to prevent it • Feel numb and disconnected from others for more than a few weeks • Are having difficulty trusting others since your loss • Are unable to perform your normal daily activities I will continue with part five, in my next column. If you have any comments, questions or suggestions please write me or email at ernest@look.ca. We are now offering home visit for individual or couple’s counselling. For appointments please call. (647) 964-3663. For more information on weekend workshops please contact Diane Marshall from Directional Vision (416) 418-0962, or email her at directionalvision@gmail.com
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(705) 322-1154 (705) 728 9872 December 10, 2016 Officers from Barrie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a Public Safety Search Warrant to search for and seize firearms at a Shanty Bay residence. As a result six firearms along with ammunition were seized. The 30 year old female resident was charged with Careless Storage of Firearms section 86(2) of the Criminal Code, released on a Promise to Appear and Undertaking with a court date in January 2017. HURONIA WEST CASH FOUND 2016-12-01 (WASAGA BEACH, ON.) – On November 30th, 2016 the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) had a young lad attend the Detachment with his father. The purpose of this visit was that the young lad wanted to turn in $10 he had found at a local business. When Police asked why he brought in the funds he stated “it was the right thing to do Officer”! Yes the Huronia West OPP Officer who attended and spoke with this young lad did thank him for his honesty. Toddlers Sent To Hospital – Driver Charged (Oro-Medonte, ON) – On Monday November 28, 2016 at 10:22AM Barrie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a motor vehicle collisions at the intersection of Old Barrie Road and Line 7 of Oro-Medonte Township. A transport truck traveling northbound on Line 7 struck an east bound Ford pick-up truck. The 58 year old male from Brampton was charged for failing to yield to traffic on a through highway contrary to section 136(1)(b) of the Highway Traffic Act. Simcoe County Paramedic Service attended and transported two toddlers (passengers of the pick-up truck) to hospital as precaution. The toddlers were ages 2 and 3. The 2 year old suffered a mild concussion after striking their head on the truck window due to not being secured properly. The 31 year old female driver of the pick-up truck was issued two Provincial Offence Notices for failing to ensure toddler properly secured contrary to section 8(3) of the Highway Traffic Act When it comes to seat belt use, the OPP looks to drivers in particular to set a good example for their passengers especially children, young drivers and young passengers whose decision to wear a seat belt over the course of their lives may be significantly influenced by the attitudes of their parents, other family members and friends. Passengers of all ages are more likely to buckle up when they see the driver do it. Everyone travelling in a motor vehicle must properly wear a seatbelt and children must be properly secured in child safety seats. Drivers are responsible for ensuring all passengers under 16 years of age are using a seatbelt or child safety seat properly. Failing to do this will result in a fine totaling $240 dollars and 2 demerit points. HURONIA WEST FRAUD 2016-12-07 (WASAGA BEACH, ON.) – On December 6, 2016, a member the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report from a female residing in the Town of Wasaga Beach who believed she was a victim of a fraud. An investigation into to this report revealed that this female reported receiving an email from a well-known computer company that her email account had been compromised. This female further advised that she clicked on a link that was provided in the email and then she provided her credit card information and Social Insurance Number. Members of the Huronia West OPP remind the public not to respond to unsolicited emails and never give out financial or personal information over the internet unless to know and trust the recipient. For more safety tips of fraud prevention please visit: www.opp.ca and search “Fraud Prevention” www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm MOST OF CANADA NOW SUPPORTS TEXT WITH 911 FOR DEAF, HARD OF HEARING, AND SPEECH IMPAIRED (ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is proud to support the national launch of Text with 911 (T9-1-1) for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired (DHHSI). Since April 2015, the OPP has been equipped to receive emergency calls for service via T9-1-1 and for which the OPP is the Primary Public Safety Answering Point (P-PSAP), improving its capacity for emergency response and enhancing the safety for an important segment of the communities it serves. T9-1-1 enables emergency communication with OPP 9-1-1 call takers via text message (Short Message Service or SMS). In order to use T9-1-1, members of the DHHSI The rest of this article and many more can be read in the police report at www.springwaternews.ca.