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Your Locally Owned Community Newspaper Edition 514 - February 8, 2018 Next Issue Feb.22 Deadline is Mon. Feb 19 Jailed in Honduras - Please Help! M*A*S*H Bash Great time, great cause, great fun

Dear Simcoe County Neighbours and Fellow Canadians We are requesting support from the Canadian government to ensure the safety and security of members of my family residing in Honduras – my daughter, Karen Spring (a Canadian citizen), and her spouse Edwin Robelo Espinal (a Honduran national). These family members were caught up in the political crisis which broke out in Honduras following its November 2017 general election and are in need of protection from the international community.

The Honduran political crisis began when incumbent President Juan Orlando Hernández claimed victory in the election, a claim rejected by the opposition candidates.

The opposition and international monitors say the election was characterized by widespread irregularities and electoral fraud.

To protest against election fraud, the opposition organized peaceful demonstrations across the country in which hundreds of thousands of Hondurans participated. Hernandez responded with emergency measures, lethal violence against demonstrators, and the arrest of opposition leaders. Hundreds of opposition activists have been arrested and more than 30 demonstrators have been killed by the police and military. My daughter Karen and her spouse Edwin are among those affected by these repressive measures.

Edwin, who is a pro-democracy organizer was arrested, imprisoned, and his case was brought forward as a hearing before a military tribunal. Karen, who has worked for pro-democracy NGOs in Honduras for 8 years is also at risk. Our family is in fear for Edwin's safety as he has been denied due process. Karen's safety is at risk as well.

The Organization of American States (OAS) has called for new elections in Honduras but despite this, the United States immediately recognized Hernandez’ victory claim – Canada hastily followed the U.S. lead. However, Global Affairs Canada also issued a statement that gives us some hope. It called on the Honduran government to, "protect human rights and ensure those responsible for violations are held responsible."

I am asking that the Government of Canada swiftly act upon these words, that it act to protect not only our daughter Karen and Edwin, but all of the opposition members who are being terrorized. Global Affairs Canada must investigate and exercise whatever influence it has with the Hernandez government to ensure that it stops using violence against demonstrators, stops arresting opposition members and releases the hundreds of opposition members who have been arrested.

My fellow Canadians, family and friends, please assist us by demanding the immediate release of Edwin Robelo Espinal by: 1) Contacting your Member of Parliament. Please refer to this link to find your MP information: http://www.ourcommons.ca/Parliamentarians/en/members 2) Call for the Canadian government to investigate and ensure that the Hernandez government stops using violence against demonstrators, stops arresting opposition members and releases the hundreds of opposition members who have been arrested.

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Special guests gathered at Snow Valley Ski Resort on February 2nd to celebrate the 31st annual M*A*S*H Bash. Proceeds from this year’s event will support Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre’s (RVH) Simcoe Muskoka Regional Child and Youth Mental Health Program.

Over the event’s history, close to $520,000 has been raised for the health centre. Attending M*A*S*H Bash were military personnel from CFB Borden as well as (from left to right) John Ball, general manager Snow Valley; David McCullough, chair, RVH Hearts & Minds campaign; Janice Skot, RVH president and CEO; Michael O’Keefe, chair, RVH Board of Directors and Peter Hanney, assistant general Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) was the victor today as its 31st annual M*A*S*H Bash ski and snowboard day was a phenomenal success. The proceeds from today’s event will support RVH’s Simcoe Muskoka Regional Child and Youth Mental Health Program.

This year’s M*A*S*H Bash, held at Snow Valley Ski Resort, was a fun-filled day of unique on-hill events, attractions, live music, giveaways, as well as great skiing and snowboarding.

Snow Valley generously donated the entire day's lift ticket proceeds to the health centre.

Over the past 31 years, M*A*S*H Bash has raised more than $520,000 for RVH and patient care.

Some of the biggest laughs were reserved for participants of the infamous and ever-popular Bedpan Races. During the bedpan races, organized by Corus Entertainment (Big 101 and Fresh Radio 93.1), the winner of the media/celebrity race was Liz Hunter, Fresh Radio 93.1.

Promotions Manager. In the mascot race, Pita Pete flattened the competition to win. In the Tug of War between CFB Borden and South Springwater Firefighter’s Association, the firefighter’s took home the trophy.

GBGH receives gift of thanks from community partner Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) accepted a donation of $2,000 from OPSEU – Local 369 of the Central North Correctional Centre (CNCC) in Penetanguishene. Despite a cold day, the proceeds came from a January 8 fundraising barbecue at the Penetanguishene Foodland.

As the closest hospital to the CNCC and a community partner, GBGH serves the health care needs of the facility’s inmates on a regular basis.

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The two cases we are aware of happened 5 and 10 years ago. If he was prone to like pretty young girls, when he In the last paper, I asked what could become of the TD was 29 and 34 years of age, when are these more recent incidents some are suggesting going to be known publicly.

Canada Trust building in Elmvale after the bank leaves.

As for an age difference, Pierre Trudeau was 30 years Someone suggested that it could become the Food Bank. older than the girl he married. But then what we got out Presently, the Food Bank is in the Community Hall. There is lots of room in the hard to get to upstairs but one has to of that marriage is somebody who calls himself a feminist carry the sometimes heavy product up and down stairs and who wears fancy socks. Fancy Socks! My grandcildren have been into fancy socks for years. At least a couple that is not good for older folk’s backs.

I know that won’t happen because they want the food of years ago, they brought Grampa into the Fancy Sock bank someplace discreet so clients do not have to be world. What Trudeau is doing is old school. He may as embarrassed. I believe the Food Bank should be located in well carry a hula hoop with him.

Unfortunately we have politicians of all stripes saying a 24 x 32 foot portable (school classroom type) in the back that there were rumours. Any that say that are opportunist corner of the parking lot beside the Elmvale Firehall. On Kijiji, you can purchase a new unused building for $13,500 liars in my mind. Why would they admit they knew delivered. If more storage is needed, you can purchase a something but to this day, not know what it was and did SeaCan, 8 feet wide by anywhere between 20 and 40 feet nothing about it? That makes you more of a lower life rather than an upstanding representative. If said politicians long, for $2000 plus depending on the size.

Another suggestion was that the bank could become a represented another party, they did not have to make a craft brewery which is all the rage around Ontario in the scene about it. I know a lot of individuals that help each past few years. We have some of the best water in the other and they do not stand on the four corners and scream world to work with. We could have the Tiny/Springwater about how smart they are.

The Conservative party abandoned Patrick Brown. Is Brew. Different flavours could be called the Lafontaine, or the Wyevale, or the Elmvale brand. Maybe even Flos and that their way of doing business. Will they abandon you and me? I doubt if that is good for their mantra.

Vespra could be various brands.

I often think the leader of a party or any organization Still numerous people think the building is good for only one thing. That would be another bank or Trust Company. should just be the spokesman. He/she represents the group as the spokes person.

I think this is where Patrick Brown failed.

I think I am getting too old for all this political crap at He may not have followed the PC dogma. He was going whatever level. We elect people who say they are going to do this or that for us, but once they get elected, there to keep Wynne’s carbon tax and the Wynne education is either a party policy, or party funding, or out voted, or platform - which was designed by a convicted paedophile maybe common sense that prevents them from keeping - which suggested that spelling was not needed in school their promises. In a lot of cases I am left with the impression and by the time a student passes from grade 8, it did not I was lied to because that is the only way the individual or matter that said pupil could not write in cursive, spell, or even know how to use more than two fingers on a keyboard party would have got elected. as long as he/she knew there were more than two sexes Did Patrick Brown do anything wrong?

Some may think what he did was disgusting but it is not science tells us there are only two chromosomes - but she/ illegal. For years we have been told that “No means NO!”. he should know all about sex.

Many of us may not be voting Liberal because of these He followed that mantra. policies and it appeared PB was beginning to embrace I grew up with four sisters, one older and three younger. I those ideas.

He was not listening to the party. When the knew the sting of a punch. Size or age made no difference.

If they were mad, I knew it. Probably most reading this can chance came to part ways with him, they jumped at it. have some empathy with either me or my sisters. If you Was this an inside job as Alex Nuttall MP for Barrieare a woman, do not forget it. If you hit someone and he Springwater-Oro-Medonte may suggest? You can draw deserved it, I will back you!!! Why did the two anonymous your own conclusions.

At first I thought this was a great boost for the accusers not exercise some discretion or????

Conservatives and bad news for the Liberals. Today, as we are left to speculate the truths of the whole debacle, I think the Liberals may be the winners. They may not win the next election, but they may do better than where they were heading before.

More can be decided once the new leadership of the Conservatives is known. Aspiring candidates pay a $125,000 fee to enter and can spend no more than $750,000 on advertising.

This means you have to be one of the approximately 440,000 millionaires in Ontario so there is no one representing the other 97% of us. \ The choices at this point Doug Ford (if anything like his brother will do more to look after the little man than any of the others), Caroline Mulroney (daughter of the fellow who decimated the Conservative party from a Let’s Talk About… majority to two seats and who Shingles took a bribe - at least $225,000 - put it in an envelope - from With Pharmacist Owners Jenna Lougheed and Carolyn Glover a German-Canadian arms Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. This virus remains in the lobbyist named Karlheinz nerves after chicken pox infection and can re-activate causing shingles. Shingles Schreiber and got away with is an extremely painful rash that generally appears as a single stripe on the torso no jail time by paying the of one side of the body but can appear anywhere on the body. After the rash income tax and although it is disappears pain may be experienced in the area where the rash was – this is not her, it’s baggage), maybe called post herpetic neuralgia and may recur for years.

Lisa MacLeod (who had heard Vaccines can help reduce the risk of shingles, while early treatment can help rumours about Patrick Brown shorten a shingles infection and lessen the chance of complications. but did nothing) and Christine There are two vaccines currently available for shingles – Zostavax and Shingrix Elliott (in my opinion, the best vaccine. Shingrix is newer and now available – it is preferred over Zostavax as it choice) who came second is more effective. For your convenience,our pharmacists at Midhurst Pharmasave first behind Patrick Brown - in are certified to inject vaccines on site. Come in or call today to learn more! the last leadership race. This is her third attempt to become the leader.

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Family Owned & Operated Since 1980 Commercial • Residential • Farm Truck Fleets • Heavy Equipment Duane Wright (705) 835-0576 Have you heard the talk of banning best friends at schools?

Apparently it started a year or so ago, when it was reported that at Thomas’s Battersea, the school attended by some English royals, school officials banned best friends.

The idea was to reduce favouritism and promote inclusion within the classroom.

“The phrase best friend is inherently exclusionary,” writes psychologist Barbara Greenberg. “Among children and even teens, best friends shift rapidly. These shifts lead to emotional distress and would be significantly less likely if our kids spoke of close or even good friends rather than best friends. And, if kids have best friends, does that also imply that they have ‘worst friends?’”

Yes, it does imply that. It’s a condition called “life.” It’s not a subject, but you either learn it or you don’t.

Schools banning best friends won’t change human nature.

Can schools help?

How many years have they been working on bullying?

Maybe they have done some good but it still goes on.

At one school, the children, like everywhere, cliqued up, even at lunch. Other children were left to eat alone.

A principal tried handing out cards with numbers that corresponded to lunch tables, with new numbers and new tables every day. Some kids balked but they went along.

They sat next to students they wouldn’t have talked to otherwise. Eventually, they talked to each other. They learned.

Adults may forget that schools really can’t mandate kindness. But they can encourage it. Kindness isn’t math or science, but it, too, can be learned.

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After that bone-chilling cold weather over Christmas, then the warmer temperatures and lack of precipitation for a couple of weeks mid-January, winter is right back on track, just in time for all the winter carnivals and snow sports enthusiasts to get their fill!

Speaking of winter activities, I noticed that the Springwater March break camp and hockey program registrations are now available on the township website.

For more information and to register your kids, go to springwater.ca, click on the Recreation icon at the bottom of the home page, then choose “Camps” under the Recreation Programs click-through on the left side of the page. Registration deadline for both programs is March 4th.

Easter Eggstravaganza Moving forward into spring, the second annual Easter Eggstravaganza will take place at our community hall on the morning of Saturday, March 31 from 10 a.m. to noon. Those who participated last year will recall a morning absolutely jam-packed with fun activities for the kiddies! Keep an eye on the Anten Mills community face book page and this column for more info and registration details as the date draws closer.

Community Notes We continue to draw 14 to 16 people to the hall on Thursday evenings for progressive euchre. It’s an entertaining couple of hours, and there’s always room for more people. And don’t be concerned about messing up the head count for tables of four, or worrying about your euchre prowess. If it ends up being an odd number, one table simply plays with 2 or 3 people, and all levels of expertise are welcome.

Playing starts at 7 p.m. and goes to around 9, and everyone throws in a toonie to cover any associated costs.

The two Rick’s (Hutchinson and Webster) have spent some time this winter cleaning up the basement of the hall, putting in shelving and organizing all the paraphernalia held in storage there. Thanks guys! In doing so, they’ve come across a box of kids’ baseball jerseys which seem to be from a prior era (i.e. they don’t look like anything the kiddies wear today playing ball). If anyone knows the proper home for these jerseys, please contact Rick Webster or Dennis Gannon, or send me a note at the email address below.

February is Heart and Stroke month, when the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation conduct their annual fundraising campaign. We have several residents here in the village who voluntarily brave the cold and snow to canvass door to door seeking donations, so if you hear a knock at your door, there’s a good chance it’s one of these individuals. And who amongst us doesn’t know of someone whose life has been impacted by heart disease or stroke?

The next Anten Mills Community Meeting will be held next Thursday, February 15, starting at 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Everyone in Anten Mills is welcome to attend. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For the most up to date information on what’s happening in the ‘Mills, don’t forget to check out the Anten Mills Community Facebook page on a regular basis. And, if you have a family event or community announcement you’d like included in this column, please send it to me, Kim Tyler, at antenmillsnews@hotmail.com or give me a call at 705-728-2801.

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Warden Gerry Marshall re-elected Chair of Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus County of Simcoe Warden Gerry Marshall has been re-elected as the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) Chair during the organization’s Annual General Meeting in Midhurst, Ontario in January, 2018.

“I am honoured to have been re-elected to the position of Chair by my peers from across Southwestern Ontario and I look forward to continue to build on our goals in service to residents across Southwestern Ontario,” said Warden Marshall. “Our resolve is high to strengthening overall economic development opportunities as it continues to be a priority because all residents benefit from a strong economy. Our partners at other levels of government including the Government of Ontario and the Government of Canada are important to this strategy and we continue to seek new ways to work with and secure funding from these partners.”

Prior to his re-election, Warden Marshall served as 2017 Chair, and 2016 Vice Chair of the WOWC, and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology (SWIFT) Inc. Throughout 2015, Warden Marshall worked closely with members of the WOWC to garner support for SWIFT from the private sector and other levels of government which culminated in a $180 million funding commitment from the federal and provincial governments in July 2016.

Also appointed at the AGM as WOWC officers were: David Mayberry, Warden, Oxford County as Vice Chair; Kelley Coulter, CAO, Bruce County as Treasurer; and Mark Aitken, CAO, Simcoe County as Secretary.

In addition, Mayor Charlie Luke, Norfolk County, was appointed to serve as the WOWC representative to the AMO Board; Mayor George Bridge, Minto Township, as Chair, WOWC Economic Development Sub-Committee; committee membership to include: David Marr, Elgin County; Randy R. Hope, Chatham-Kent; Tom Bain, Essex County; Mitch Twolan, Bruce County; Dennis Lever, Wellington County; and Alan Barfoot, Grey County.

The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus is a not-forprofit organization representing 15 upper and single tier municipalities in Southwestern Ontario with more than three million residents. Its purpose is to enhance the prosperity and overall wellbeing of rural and small urban communities across the region. For more information, visit wowc.ca.

Is it true that Benjamin Franklin invented an odometer?

Yes. While Franklin (1706-90) was postmaster in Philadelphia, he created an odometer to measure postal route distances and attached the contraption to his carriage. However, other inventors preceded him. Roman engineer Vitruvius (1st century B.C.) once described an odometer. He is generally credited as the first inventor, although some historians believe that the actual creator was Greek scientist Archimedes (c.287-212 B.C.). 1st century Greek scientist Heron (aka Hero) of Alexandria also described an odometer in his work Dioptra. Chinese scholar Zhang (aka Chang) Heng (78-139 A.D.), invented an odometer, as well. French scientist Blaise Pascal (1623-62) came up with an odometer prototype called the Pascaline, and English engineer Thomas Savery (c.1650-1715) invented an odometer for ships.

This time of year there are little snow storms that are referred to as "skiff's" or leaving only a "skiff" of snow. What is the origin of the word "skiff"?

According to Webster's Third Edition New International Unabridged Dictionary, the word "skiff" is of Scottish etymology. It means "to pass lightly over" or "a flurry," as of rain or wind (noun).

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Councillor Katy Austin with Michael Jacobs The Corporation of the Township of Springwater extended sincere congratulations to the Springwater News on the occasion of their 20th Anniversary for providing over 500 publications of local news to Springwater and the surrounding communities. Through the paper, residents past and president have been able to connect and stay up to date with the local happenings.

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Over 100 friends of the Elmvale Fair gathered on Jan.23, 2018 to celebrate the 157th Fair.

As always, a “church supper” precedes the AGM, and of course everyone eagerly anticipates the pies offered.

Greetings from the Township of Springwater, Fair Ambassadors Sydney McGee and Grayson Grummett, reps from the Elmvale Horticultural Society & the Elmvale Maple Syrup Committee highlighted the importance of the continued support received from our local Community.

Last year the FAS embarked on a raffle, with the proceeds going toward our $5000 pledge to the Elmvale District High School Facility Fund-Raising project. The first prize was a hand-quilted, queen-sized “Irish Chain” quilt. This was 1 of 3 quilts constructed from our quilt block challenge at the 2016 Elmvale Fair.

The “Maple Leaf” quilt was donated to the Royal Canadian Legion, Elmvale branch – recognizing Canada’s 150th Birthday; and the 3rd quilt was auctioned at our 2017 Fair. A pair of quilted pillows, made from the remaining Maple Leaf blocks was offered as one of the raffle prizes.

The winners were drawn at our AGM – and we are delighted to announce 1st prize winner of the quilt – David Ritchie , Ritchie’s Feeds ‘n Needs 2nd prize of $50 cash – Lori Archer, Barrie 3rd prize pair of pillows – Keith & Alice Brown, Stayner The FAS was pleased to make their final donation, to complete the $5000 pledge. Katy Austin received the cheque for $2500, on behalf of the EDHS project.

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Springwater News • February 8, 2018 • Edition 514 • E-mail: springwaternews@rogers.com • www.springwaternews.ca Page 4 Deputy Don’s Update - by Don Allen Ontario’s nuclear dreams no match for Potential Greenbelt Expansion the reality of falling electricity demand The Greenbelt Plan is a cornerstone Since 2005, demand for electricity in Ontario has been steadily falling. In 2017, it fell a further 3.6% meaning that demand has dropped by 16% since 2005. That is the equivalent of taking 2.5 million homes off the grid – like unplugging all the houses and apartments in the City of Toronto twice over.

Ontario is not alone in seeing a sustained drop in demand.

This is a trend that has taken hold in many countries and provinces thanks to new technologies such as superefficient LED lighting and smart controls, cost-effective energy efficiency programs, and economic changes. In fact, reducing the need to generate electricity in the first place has become Ontario’s lowest cost way of addressing our energy needs – the province paid on average just 2.2 cents to save a kilowatt-hour of electricity in 2016.

But oddly, the Wynne government shows no signs of recognizing the growing mismatch between its plans to spend billions of dollars on re-building aging nuclear reactors and the ever-decreasing need for the power they would produce. In fact, in order to justify continuing to operate the 47-year-old Pickering Nuclear Station – the highest cost nuclear plant in North America – the province is currently curtailing 26% of the potential annual output of our cleaner and safer wind and solar power plants.

Does it make sense to pay 7 times more to re-build aging nuclear reactors than to enhance energy efficiency? Should we rebuild nuclear reactors that have to run 24/7 when demand is falling and supply patterns are being rapidly changed by the introduction of increasingly low-cost renewable sources? These are questions the government seems determined to ignore.

Instead of simply ignoring the numbers, a far better way to act on these trends is to strike a deal with Quebec to import low-cost, flexible water power; continue to expand our cost-effective conservation programs; and embrace new renewable energy opportunities right here at home.

Please pass this message on to your friends and sign our petition to close the high-cost and unneeded Pickering Nuclear Station when its licence expires in August.

Thank you.

Angela Bischoff, Outreach Director

GBGH Volunteers Two Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Volunteer Association members were honoured at the Hospital Auxiliaries Association of Ontario (HAAO) convention.

Nancy Strachan (left) and Lori Moreau were given HAAO Provincial Life Memberships in recognition of their many years volunteering and the leadership roles they’ve taken within the hospital’s Volunteer

Association.

Moreau works in the GBGH Coffee Bar, at the main entrance information desk and takes a lead in the association’s bake and craft sales. She has also served on the association’s executive board for 10 years.

Strachan manages the Coffee Bar, participates in the annual poinsettia and geranium sales, and also served on the executive board for 10 years, recently as vice president.

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planning policy document in Ontario, which provides clarity about where and how future growth should be accommodated and what natural features must be protected for current and future generations. It provides permanent protection to the agricultural land base and for ecological and hydrological features, areas and functions. In 2017, the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (GGH), the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan, the Niagara Escarpment Plan, and the Greenbelt Plan were all updated and their environmental protection policies were aligned as a result of the Provincial Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review. This resulted in the updated Greenbelt Plan (2017), which identified that the Province will continue to explore opportunities to grow the Greenbelt to uphold and strengthen the Province’s growth management strategy and provide additional protection to sensitive areas from development pressures.

On December 7, 2017 the Ministry of Municipal Affairs (MMA) announced that it is undertaking a consultation regarding a study area for a potential Greenbelt expansion (“Expansion Study Area”). Seven key areas/features across the GGH are being examined including these in Simcoe County: Area 4 – Oro-Moraine Area 5 – Nottawasaga River Corridor (includes Minesing Wetlands) Maps and more information on this can be found at the MMA site www.ontario.ca/greenbelt It is important to note that the Expansion Study Area does not represent a proposed Greenbelt boundary expansion at this time. Input received through the consultation process will help form the Province’s decisions on how to move from the Expansion Study Area to an actual proposed expanded Greenbelt boundary. The Province will be consulting further on any proposed boundary before any official changes are made.

Springwater Staff estimates that the Greenbelt Expansion Study Area encompasses roughly 55% of the Springwater Township area land, however, it does not apply to existing and identified Settlement Areas.

A Township public meeting will be held to receive comments regarding the proposed Greenbelt Study Area at the Township office on February 21, 2018, starting at approximately 7pm (subject to final notice to be published).

A Staff report will be available in advance of the meeting and there will be opportunity for discussion and questions by residents and Council members. A complete Springwater response package, summarizing comments from Staff, Council and resident’s, will be provided to the Province prior to its March 7, 2018 deadline for submission. Also, the public is invited to provide comments to MMA via the site listed above.

Some factors that require further consideration, discussion and clarification include: Private property owners in close proximity to identified natural features may have additional restrictions placed on development occurring on their property; • Existing agricultural uses within expanded Greenbelt Areas will likely be permitted to continue operating, however, expansions or new on-farm diversified uses may in some cases be limited or restricted. Detailed information regarding the Provinces plan is needed; • Potential impacts on rural-type businesses (including mineral aggregates) and their ability to expand operations outside settlement areas; • Future municipally initiated expansions of settlement area boundaries must have regard for

Greenbelt policies. Expansions into Greenbelt Areas will be highly limited and restricted. Current Greenbelt (2017) policies restrict settlement area expansions to 10ha total. This has potential to alter where future growth in the Township is directed; • Some claim that Source Water Protection Plans already protect water. Others respond stating Source Water protects against contamination of municipal wells only and not private wells, whereas Greenbelt protects water more generally as a landscape. Both of these plans should work in tandem and from different approaches; • The Agricultural System mapping and the Natural Heritage System mapping are not yet finalized by the Province. How will the Expansion Greenbelt Study Area overlap with these and will they be governed by the Greenbelt policies? Does it make send to consolidate these, resulting in one consistent set of guidelines?

• These plans must be reconciled with the updated Springwater Official Plan, which must fit in with the Simcoe County municipal comprehensive review of the County Official Plan; • For the long-term viability of agriculture in Springwater, assurances must come from the Province that the Greenbelt policies won't disrupt the viability and potential growth of Springwater's agricultural community.

This is an important topic affecting many planning aspects in the future. Your involvement and comments regarding it are very important.

Building Permit Fee Review Building fee reviews were done in Springwater in 2008 and last in 2015. Building fees are designed to rely on a user pay system and not require taxpayer dollars to support this area. Staff have currently estimated that new home construction will decline in 2018 – 2020, when compared to 2015-2017. However, the actual total number of overall building permits issued is expected to remain relatively stable, with an increase in new smaller projects (pools, decks, sheds, finished basements etc.) linked with previous year’s new homes construction. These do not generate as much revenue as new home permits but still require staff and overhead to administer.

Fees are reviewed with reference to the Non-Residential Building Construction Price Index increases by Statistics Canada. This has increased by 6% since 2015 and staff are proposing to increase building permit fees by this 6%, as well as the septic re-inspection fee by 6%. The Springwater building fees for new residential, industrial building and farm buildings will remain well below County averages. A public meeting to review the proposed increases was held on February 7, 2018. The proposed new rates are detailed on the Springwater website - they will be reviewed and approved by Council in the near future, with the intent of being effective April 1, 2018.

These are my thoughts and interpretations of these topics and not necessarily those of Council.

Email me at info@donallen.ca and Twitter @ deputydonallen and Facebook DeputyMayorDonAllen

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Upcoming Meetings Policing Committee Meeting Thursday, February 15 - 6:30 pm Township Administration Centre Anten Mills Community Recreation Association Thursday, February 15 - 7:30 pm Township Administration Centre Special Council Meeting - Development Charges Education Session Tuesday, February 20 - 1:00 pm Township Administration Centre Springwater Library Board Tuesday, February 20 - 7:00 pm Minesing Library Branch Council Meeting Wednesday, February 21 - 6:30 pm (subject to change to 5:00 pm start time) Township Administration Centre

Bid Opportunities The Township of Springwater is currently accepting bids for the following: Supply and Install Cardlock Fuel Management System PW-01-2018 Closing: February 15, 2018 at 2:00 pm Provision of Engineering Services for the Reconstruction of Lorne St. in Elmvale PW-02-2018 Closing: February 22, 2018 at 2:00 pm Homer Barrett Park Splash Pad 2023-12 Closing: February 22, 2018 at 2:00 pm

Recreation Guide Get your copy of the 2018 Spring / Summer Recreation & Leisure Guide in this edition of the Springwater News!

March Break Camps Registration is open! Register by March 4, 2018!

Monday, March 12 - Pizza & Bowling Tuesday, March 13 - Skating Wednesday, March 14 - Sweetwater Harvest Thursday, March 15 - Gymfinity Friday, March 16 - St. Patrick’s Day Bash Ages: 5 - 12 Cost: $35 per day or $150 for all 5 days Location: Midhurst Community Hall or Elmvale Arena.

Register online: www.springwater.ca/camps

Doors Open Simcoe If you have a property that is significant to the historical or cultural community of Springwater, we would love to have you participate in Doors Open Simcoe on September 29, 2018. This once a year opportunity allows communities to showcase sites of interest, significant age, architectural features or events from the past. Sites may include churches, private homes or businesses, landmarks, cemeteries, etc.

To submit your property or for more information, contact Karen Way, Deputy Clerk by February 23, 2018 at 705-728-4784 Ext. 2042 or email info@springwater.ca

Interim Tax Bills

For additional information visit: www.biddingo.com/springwater

The 2018 Interim Tax Bills have been mailed. Installment due dates are:

Policing Committee

February 21, 2018 and April 18, 2018

School bus pick-up and drop-off zones are very busy places. When dropping your children off at school, please be extra cautious and watch for children, pets, other adults and vehicles.

Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve a taxpayer from payment of taxes, nor from liability of penalty charges for late payment. If you have not received your bill by February 9, 2018 please contact the Finance Department at 705-728-4784 and select option 2.

Never pass a school bus with its upper red lights flashing. The first offence is a fine of $400 - $2000 and six demerit points. Each following offence can be $1000 - $4000, six demerit points and possible jail time.

Springwater Sports Heritage The Springwater Sports Heritage Committee is pleased to announce the scheduling of its Annual General Meeting.

February 13, 2018 at 7:00 pm Township Administration Centre All interested parties are encouraged to attend.

If your mortgage company pays your property taxes, you will not receive a tax bill.

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Minesing Mini-Fest Join Swampy this February 9 & 10 for Minesing Mini-Fest.

Each year the festival includes a number of fun filled family activities that include a parade, ice skating, breakfast, a dance and more.

Family Day!

Monday, February 19, 2018 Phelpston Family Day Skate & BBQ 12 - 2 pm, Valender Park Midhurst Family Day Fun 1 - 4 pm, Lion’s Park Hillsdale Family Day Skate 2 - 4 pm, Hillsdale Community Rink

Water and Wastewater Rates Residential Water Rates in 2018 will remain the same as in 2017.

Residential Wastewater Rates will increase 3.7% (on average) effective February 1, 2018.

Non-residential Water Rates will increase 2.4% (on average) effective February 1, 2018.

Non-residential Wastewater Rates will increase by 4.4% (on average) effective February 1, 2018.

Water/wastewater bills will be mailed in early February. For additional information visit: www.springwater.ca/WaterRates

Election 2018 Election Day - October 22, 2018 Nomination Period New this election, the nomination period will be May 1, 2018 to July 27, 2018 (9 am - 2 pm on July 27 and regular office hours May 1 - July 26). Forms and candidate information packages will be available Spring 2018.

Additional information at: www.springwater.ca/Election

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Elmvale Cotoyes Minor Hockey - Lynn-Stone Funeral Home Atom Local League 1

Finishing first overall in their division during the regular season, Lynn-Stone Funeral Home Atom Local League 1 is excited to be heading into the GBTLL playoffs. The team spent the beginning of the season focussing on learning their positions and how to work together as a team, not just individual players. When the players passed the puck and played as a team they were unstoppable. From first year hockey player Ethan Leddy, who is heading into the playoffs with 6 goals to Joel Therrien, making his comeback to hockey after a year off, this team is constantly learning and encouraging one another.

Goalie William Veenstra, with the best goals against average in the Atom division, and a consistently strong defensive team of Carter Bylow, Logan Golka, Kyson Osborne and Brody Ritchie this team has held off their competitors throughout the season. And it certainly doesn’t hurt that the full defensive line, including our goalie, has contributed to goals.

After a strong start to the season, the team headed into their first tournament, the Orr Lake Golf Hat Trick Tournament in Elmvale. Beating out Barrie Green Hornets, Midland Centennials, Oakville Black Knights & Parry Sound Shamrocks, Atom LL1 headed into the championship game, a nail biting game against Innisfil Winterhawks. With under 2 minutes left in the game, and down by 1, Atom LL1 pulled their goalie and centre Nick Johnston tied

the game. Then 1 minute into overtime, Nick had another amazing goal resulting in Atom LL1 winning the tournament and continuing the team’s undefeated streak.

The team headed to Richmond Hill in January for their 2nd tournament. Atom LL1 won their first 3 games against Erindale Spitfires, Richmond Hill Kings & Ilderton Jets , winning their division, then faced off against Parry Sound Shamrocks in the finals. A hard fought game, with some incredible passing, led to Atom LL1 second tournament championship of the season. With goals by Grayson Alexander, Rowan Forigo, Keegan Hummelink, Nick Johnston, Foster McClung , Michael Rheinheimer, and Leim Van Loosen, during this tournament, this well rounded team continued to impress with their team play.

Heading into playoffs in February, the team is excited for some challenging games as they face the best in the A Division.

Atom LL1 will close the season with a final tournament in Parry Sound and no matter the outcome of the next 2 months this has been a truly exceptional year of hockey for both the players and parents. A special thank you to the coach staffing: Dave Alexander, Barry Bylow, Roger Forigo, Chris Golka, Ian Osborne and Michelle Veenstra. These players would not have grown and come together as a team without your dedication, hard work and support.

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The fourth annual “Move to Give” event will be hosted by the YMCA of Simcoe/ Muskoka on April 7, 2018.

The massive fundraising initiative will help our friends, neighbours and community members access YMCA programs, who couldn’t otherwise afford it. The goal of the campaign is to raise $100,000 in an effort to help build healthier communities and to eliminate the financial barriers that many in our communities are facing.

The Move to Give event will take place simultaneously in eight YMCAs within our region: Barrie, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Gravenhurst, Innisfil, Midland, Orillia and Parry Sound, and at all YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka Child Care centres. The fundraising initiative will bring participants together to be active while raising money to support the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka’s much needed community programs. From running 5km to massive indoor cycling sessions, swimming challenges, fire truck pulls and more— participants will have the opportunity to challenge themselves physically while at the same time, give back to their community.

YMCAs in Simcoe/Muskoka provide a wide variety of programs that offer invaluable resources to communities.

Health, fitness and recreation programs,

education, child care, employment and training programs, camp and outdoor skills, leadership and volunteer development – all are much-needed community programs. By hosting the fundraiser simultaneously across eight communities, it directly reflects the YMCA’s mission and values of community s u p p o r t , participation and belonging.

Last year, more than 1,300 people in 8 communities across Simcoe/ Muskoka joined together on one day and raised funds to help us provide over 15,000 children, youth, adults and seniors with access to YMCA programs.

All members of the community are invited to participate and are encouraged to raise pledges. All donations made through Move to Give qualify for a tax receipt. For more information and to register for the event, please visit www.movetogive.ca.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a charity dedicated to building healthy communities. We are committed to nurturing the potential of children, youth and families, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility within the community. We serve 1 in 5 people throughout Simcoe County and District of Parry Sound and Muskoka.

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Letters to the Editor

Flos Agriculture Society donation

Keith Johnston Contracting

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A Head Scratcher

To the Editor, I picked up the attached prescription this morning and was told the amount payable was $5.99. ( as per picture) I then made reference to this posting in your paper and only then

was given the $3.99 price.

When questioned the associate said that is how her "boss" has instructed her to transact.

Regards, Bewildered Customer ---------------------------..............This morning, I picked up another prescription from Whitfield Pharmacy.

I was served by a lady and told my cost was $5.99. Again, I asked why I do not get the $3.99 price as posted in the Springwater paper. At this point the manager/pharmacist intervened and said I don’t qualify under the Ontario Drug Benefit prescription plan since I am not sixty five and have private health coverage. Ok, so I paid him the requested amount of $5.99...still think charging $5.99 is unfair for being sixty three and having private coverage.

Same Bewildered Customer Editor - I asked - Not knowing who the patient is makes it difficult to comment.

If the patient is ODB eligible (over 65, on Trillium or Disability) absolutely they should receive a refund and an apology for our mistake.

However the waiving of Co-pay ie: $2 to $.0 and $6.11 to $3.99 is for eligible Ontario Drug Benefit patients, not for those with private drug plans.

I hope this sheds some light.

Rooted in Prayer, Called to Action In the photo: Katy Austin (member of EDHS Shared Facility Committee), Marlene Lambie (president of Flos Agricultural Society) and Brian Nelson (Incoming president) This was a second donation by the Flos Agricultural Society to complete its commitment of $5,000. The EDHS Shared Facility Fund Raising Committee is grateful for the community support for this project. At this point $235,000 has been donated/pledged. While this appears to surpass the original community commitment to the project, there is more to be done. Inflation has made the items we wish to purchase to be more expensive. Also the original objective was a minimum support figure.

The EDHS Fund Raising Committee would like to see our community with a high school equipped to be worthy of all those students over the years that have given this high school a reputation for excellence. We know that you would want to support your school in a manner that gives students of the present and those of the future the opportunity to grow in an environment that promotes excellence.

We will be there to receive your donations until this school is officially opened. The rest is up to you!

George Allen

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NOTICE OF COMPLETION MUNICIPAL CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGWATER SNOW VALLEY SETTLEMENT AREA CAMERON ESTATES

OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT, DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT And REQUIRED INFRASTRUCTURE TO ACCOMMODATE THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT

_______________________________________________________ The Owner of the subject lands being 453211 ONTARIO LIMITED initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process for a Draft Plan of Subdivision, Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment to create an 87 lot residential development and for the required infrastructure to accommodate the proposed development for Cameron Estates of the Snow Valley Settlement Area.

World Day of Prayer 2018 written by the World Day of Prayer Committee of Suriname

On Friday, March 3, 1922, one of the greatest events in North American religious history took place. Millions of Church women throughout Canada and the United States met as a great sisterhood for a day of prayer. Today, that day of prayer is observed by women and men around the world in 113 languages. The purpose of the World Day of Prayer is prayer with “immediate application.” In Canada, informed prayer and prayerful action has provided over half a million dollars in grants to justice projects over the last 5 years alone.

The World Day of Prayer was started by women on both sides of the border who had endured a war in which they had little agency. Women in Canada were not even considered persons under the law until 1927. Today women struggle to have their voices heard on issues that affect them such as peace negotiations, disaster recovery, policy development, and human rights violations. The World Day of Prayer connects people in authentic, meaningful ways across social, geographic and political barriers by amplifying the voice of women who inform our prayers by sharing their concerns and their context.

On March 2, 2018, Christians in over 1,200 communities across Canada will gather to learn about, pray, and celebrate environmental issues in solidarity with the women of Suriname through the World Day of Prayer. Please join us and invite your friends and family to attend the World Day of Prayer 2018.

A local World Day of Prayer service will be held at: Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Yonge St. N. Elmvale. Lunch and social time 12 noon with service to follow at 1 p.m.

In Canada, the World Day of Prayer is coordinated by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada. For World Day of Prayer materials or to learn more about WICC, please visit our website or contact us: Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada, 47 Queen’s Park Crescent East, Toronto, ON M5S 2C3 Tel: (416) 929-5184; Fax (416) 929-4064; E-mail: wicc@wicc.org; Website:www.wicc.org www.facebook/WICCanada The World Day of Prayer grew from an ecumenical day of prayer organized by women in Canada and the United States in 1920. This event became the international World Day of Prayer in 1922, and Christians around the world began celebrating this event on the first Friday of March.

EDHS Construction Photo

The EA for this project has followed the requirements of Section A.2.9 Integration with The Planning Act as outlined for a Schedule B project, as defined in the Municipal Engineers Association’s Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (October 2000, as amended in 2007).

All parties have been provided, through The Planning Act, with the required notices of commencement and approvals with the opportunity to appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB). No such appeals were received and the project has been successfully approved through the requirements of The Planning Act. This Notice of Completion is the final stage of the integrated EA process. This notice is issued February 8, 2018.

Subject to comments received and the necessary approvals, the Owner in conjunction with the requirements and specifications of the Township of Springwater intends to proceed with the construction of this project to be completed by the summer of 2018.

Please direct questions and/or comments to the Planning Consultant for the project: Ms. Angela M. Rudy, RPP (ret) Ms. Michelle Cutts, MCIP, RPP RUDY & Associates 22 Forest Heights Crescent, Orillia, ONT., L3V 8J6 Phone: (705) 327-2070 rudy.associates@sympatico.ca The project plans and associated technical data are available for review at the Township of Springwater municipal office daily from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm located at: Township of Springwater 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON LOL 1Y2 Phone: (705) 728-4784 Fax (705) 728-2759 If there are concerns which cannot be resolved in discussion, a party or person may request that the MOECC make an order for the project to comply with Part II of the EA Act (Part II Order).

Requests must be received no later than March 12, 2018.

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The wild weather swings in January 2018 did not slow the progress on the addition to Elmvale District High School. Huge plastic shelters were erected, propane heaters were put in place, and the workers continued to lay blocks. The vertical steel was put in place. Those who stopped by the construction site were pleased to recognize many of the workers. A number of local contractors have been awarded work on the site.

The photo shows construction of classrooms near the previous entry to the school.

The EDHS Fund Raising Committee is still encouraging donations to this project. Contact George Allen - george. allen@sympatico.ca for a donation form.

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The Mayor’s View

By Bill French

Master Recreation Plan

After a number of special Council Sessions, we have completed the review of all aspects of the future of recreation in Springwater for the next 10 to 12 years and will be putting plans and policies in place to meet the needs of all in Springwater. We eliminated, added, modified and reviewed over 70 some recommendations that were provided in an extensive Recreation Master Plan Update provided by a third party consultant. I can truly say we had lively dialogue on the consultant’s recommendations and when it is finalized it is truly a “made in Springwater” solution and not just some template from another community with a few tweaks. I must thank Council and staff for spending the time along with contributing many great ideas, suggested changes and introducing new initiatives through those discussions.

We should see a draft of a new master plan presented to Council by the end of March.

Greenbelt Study Area - Confusion and Misunderstanding

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs hosted an information session in Barrie last week to provide information to interested area residents and answer questions by Ministry staff on the subject of the Proposed Greenbelt Expansion Study Area . It was well attended and I am pleased that many from our farming community were in attendance. I fully understand the concern of our farmers that any new policy will create more red tape for them. Ironically the Greenbelt was originally conceived to slow down and limit urban sprawl as developers were simply buying up cheap farmland and building new communities while at the same time fragmenting many farming operations around the GTA and paving it over unchecked with urban sprawl. The Greenbelt Act has a number of key mandates that speak to the importance of agriculture in the Act. These are some of the specific objectives of the Greenbelt Act of 2005 for farming. Objectives include (b) to sustain the countryside, rural and small towns and contribute to the economic viability of farming communities; (c) to preserve agricultural land as a continuing commercial source of food and employment; (d) to recognize the critical importance of the agriculture sector to the regional economy. That sounds like an attempt to enhance not detract from the importance of agriculture in our area and I am a big supporter of that protection provided it does not interfere with existing farm practices and does not create more red tape. I personally did some research on the negative impact on farmers in the existing Greenbelt area just above the GTA. There is no question that farmland in the Greenbelt only attracts farmland values and not development speculator inflated values and there are some small pieces of farmland that are somewhat isolated and a challenge to use for some types of farming activity. The concern over excessive new regulations does not seem to be merited except for those regulations that restrict the use of the Greenbelt lands to rural or agricultural uses. I also suggest you read the Planning Report on the Greenbelt Study Area that Council received this week and is listed as item 14.5 on the Council agenda for the Feb 7th meeting.

The emphasis is that nothing has been approved at this point for a Greenbelt expansion. Both the County and the Township Planning Departments feel that until the revised 2017 Places to Grow, Natural Heritage and Agricultural Mapping is complete and the County completes its Municipal Comprehensive Review as required in the revised 2017 Places to Grow Policies which will take two years, expanding the Greenbelt at this time might be premature. Since there is a lot of misinformation floating around, the Township of Springwater will be hosting its own session on the Greenbelt Study area that affects about 50% of the Township, at a special meeting on February 21st at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers. Please come out. If you want to know more about the Greenbelt and related matters, there is a presentation by the Simcoe County Greenbelt Coalition on Feb 13th from 2 to 4 at the Midhurst United Church, "WaterScapes - A Community Discussion on Water Protection". The featured speaker, is Monica Poremba, (CELA) who will speak on "Ontario’s Water Policy Context: How is our water protected?" They request pre-registration for the event.

ROMA Report

I had the opportunity of attending the recent ROMA (Rural Ontario Municipal Association) in Toronto. If you check this week’s Council agenda, I provided a complete

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Cat also closed the conference with a presentation on the Theories on Relationship Building where he expanded on some of his opening comments. He suggested that when we collaborate and communicate we need to spend more time listening and better understand where the person we are dealing with came from not only geographically but physically and psychologically if we want some consensus in our solutions. One of his statements stuck with me when he also suggested we need to focus more on the good of each day rather than the negatives that seem to dominate much of our time. We need to accept the responsibility that we are all called by the creator to share the light, and brighten what can be a dark world rather than contribute to its darkness and misery. I believe these wise thoughts and ideas that we all could reflect on, especially in what seems to be a turbulent time in the universe. At the conference, I had the opportunity to meet with Minister Lalonde, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services about the future of sprinklers in new residential builds in the future. There is discussion at the Ministry on this subject and Springwater will be proposing a reduction in building permit fees for new residential buildings that incorporate sprinkler systems in their designs.

Election Year-Get involved

2018 is election year with Municipal Elections slated for late October. I encourage members of the public to get involved. It is both a great challenge and great reward to serve your fellow members of the public at the local Municipal Council level. The decisions we make each day typically impact you much more quickly than other levels of government. Think about it. Keep informed as the Township Clerk will be advertising and hosting educational and information sessions in the next few months for those that are interested in shaping the community where they live. Talk to your local Councillor or call me any time. The more the merrier at election time.

Mayors Open Visiting Hours

If you would like to meet with me on any matter you can always arrange an appointment or if in the neighbourhood of the Administrative Centre you can drop by any Thursday afternoons from 1 to 4:00 p.m. and no appointment is required. I invite you to bring your complaints, concerns or even appreciation for what is happening in Springwater.

I have had numerous people come by and in some cases we have resolved some simple issues. If nothing else I promise that you will be heard. The door is open. If you can’t make it and want to keep up to date, you can listen to my thoughts on matters of interest on our local Kool FM or Rock 95 or go to their website as they have a feature with a monthly interview with me hosted by Dan Blakely.

Keep informed and involved with Springwater by checking out our website www.springwwater.ca and especially our calendar of meetings. Tune into our live streaming of the Council Meetings at www.springwater.ca/ live . Stay close to the action and read this excellent local paper, the Springwater News, and check out our regular Springwater Link and Council Corner columns. Be part of the solution and have your say.

Contact me at 705-728-4784 ext. 2040 or my cell at 416-587-7030 or email at bill.french@springwater.ca and follow me on twitter @MayorFrench A reminder these articles are my thoughts and perspectives on issues and I am but one voice on Council. These opinions may not reflect the position of other Councillors.

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Give it up!

Lent is one of the oldest Christian traditions that is observed by the Anglican, Eastern Orthodox, Lutheran, Methodist, Roman Catholic and some evangelical Churches. It is a time of preparation for the coming of Easter through repentance, prayer, almsgiving and fasting or self-denial. During Lent, some take only one meal a day, near the evening. Traditionally there is to be no meat, fish, or animal products eaten, including milk, cheese and eggs.

Easter is the most important and oldest festival of the Christian Church, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christians focus on their relationship with God, often choosing to give up something or to volunteer and give of themselves for others.

Lent comes from the Anglo Saxon word lencten, which means "spring." The Old German words: lenzin, lengizin, and lenzo, refer to "the lengthening of days,” as spring approaches. In the Christian Church, Lent refers to a period of fasting in preparation for Easter. As this fast of Lent falls in the early part of the year, it became confused with the season, and gradually the word Lent was used to refer to the Fast. Easter falls between March 21 and April 25, on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the northern spring equinox. This year, Easter is Sunday, April 1st , 2018 and Lent begins Wednesday, February 14th, 2018.

Lent is a period of 40 days (not counting Sundays) which comes before Easter in the Christian calendar. In Jewish and Christian tradition, the number 40 has symbolic meaning. A period of 40 days or years represents a long time and a period of preparation or testing. For example, Jesus spent forty days in the wilderness, enduring the temptation of Satan and preparing to begin his ministry.

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday.

Ash Wednesday derives its name from the tradition of blessing ashes made from palm branches blessed on the previous year's Palm Sunday, and placing them on the heads of participants. Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus Christ lay in the tomb after his death; the day after Good Friday and the day before Easter Sunday.

It is also known as Easter Eve or Black Saturday.

The day immediately before Ash Wednesday is called Shrove Tuesday, or Pancake Tuesday, and is celebrated in some countries by consuming pancakes. The association between pancakes and Shrove Tuesday may have arisen as it permits foods which are discouraged from being eaten during the Lenten season, such as butter, eggs, and fat to be used up. In other places it is the carnival of Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday.

Lent is a special time set aside for people to prepare themselves to celebrate Easter. However, one need not wait until Easter to celebrate the risen Christ; one can celebrate the resurrection and the promise of eternity every day.

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Page 10 Springwater News • February 8, 2018 • Edition 514 • E-mail: springwaternews@rogers.com • www.springwaternews.ca Mayor George Cornell Monthly Message ways Wasaga Beach Denture Clinic rive Township of Tiny – February 2018 D Good morning, Bonjour!

Well an abrupt end to our January thaw eh! A different sort of winter indeed, but now perfect for our Winterama activities in North Simcoe. Tiny’s Carnaval D’Hiver will be held on Sat. Feb. 10th from 11am to 2 pm (see attached poster).

Please remember that winter is far from over and pay attention to the weather when you are out and about on the roads and a reminder “no ice is safe ice”.

2018 Budget Highlights Council approved its 2018 Budget this past Monday, January 29, 2018. Tiny residents will see a 1.77% increase in the Municipal portion of their tax rates for 2018. This means that a residential property owner, who has a property with an assessed value of $300,000, will pay an additional $40.19 in Municipal taxes in 2018. While keeping the property tax increase at the lowest level possible was a priority, appropriate service levels and strategic initiatives were identified and funded to ensure long-term financial sustainability. Community engagement remains a key priority and residents are welcomed and encouraged to attend/or view on line the Committee of the Whole and Council Meetings.

2018 Budget Highlights, which are aligned with the Township’s strategic goals, include: Continued emphasis on community engagement.

Funding for volunteer and senior programs.

Promotion of the local North Simcoe economy.

Advancing major beach park master plans.

Beach enjoyment strategy including a Township-wide parking strategy.

Improvements to infrastructure –roads, ditches, parks and recreation facilities Support of environmental stewardship programs.

Update of the Official Plan.

Other highlights include further implementation of a customer care program, replacement/upgrade to our financial software, implementation of the Public Works organizational review, support for an Invasive Species Coordinator with the Severn Sound Environmental Association, and funding to the Georgian Bay Hospital Foundation and family physician recruitment initiative.

The chart below presents a breakdown of planned spending in each of the major service areas for 2018.

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In 2018, we are introducing a new curbside textile collection program running June 11-22 and an electronics collection program from September 17 - 28. These are innovative new services and build on the successful programs in place including the battery collection week which runs the first week of November.

If you are unsure of waste collection rules and regulations, click here to find out about your personalized waste collection day information, including any waste collection impacts to your property whether it be weather related or otherwise. Residents are encouraged to sign up for reminders and collection related notices.

An electronic version on the County of Simcoe Waste Collection Calendar is available, click here.

Township Email Distribution List Stay informed of upcoming Township Events and important updates by joining our emailing distribution list.

You can sign up by clicking here.

That’s all for this month, talk to you next month!

To contact me via e-mail: mayor@tiny.ca or via phone: 705-526-4204 and leave a message with Laura Russell, Sr. Administrative Coordinator.

Committee of the Whole and Council Meetings are live streamed and archived on our Township of Tiny YouTube channel. Follow us on Twitter (@tinytownship) or Facebook (Township of Tiny) or visit our website (www. tiny.ca) for more details and information.

http://youtu.be/MMWf4nuayWs numbers and construction value. For 2017 we issued 678 building permits representing a total construction value of $52.8 million. 15% of the permits are for new single detached dwellings and over 50% of the permits are for additions, renovations and decks. This compares strongly to 2016 where 647 permits were issued with a total construction value of $47 million. 2016 represented a 33% increase in the number of permits issued over 2015 and an 88% increase in the construction value over 2015.

Rural Broadband - Tiny Xplornet Communications Inc. is proposing two new towers in the Township, one in the North end and one in the South end. The towers would be part of the Connecting Canadians funding program and support faster more accessible internet in Tiny. Public information sessions are being held this month (starting in Wyebridge tonight), for more details see the attached posters under upcoming events.

County of Simcoe – Changes to Waste Management Please be advised that garbage limits have changed effective January 1st, 2018. One untagged bag of garbage will still be collected weekly per property, and up to three tagged bags of garbage will be collected weekly per property. For a total of four bags per property weekly, a reduction from the previous eight bag maximum. See attached poster for details.

Also the “double-up” practice, which had previously occurred during the weeks of Victoria Day and Thanksgiving Day holidays, where two untagged bags wereAMcollected 9:04 Page 1 will end this year. The double-up allowed

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Written comments and questions on the draft ESR must be received by Hydro One no later than 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 27, 2018. Please address your correspondence to: Sarah Cohanim Environmental Planner Hydro One Networks Inc. 483 Bay Street, North Tower, 12th Floor Toronto, ON, M5G 2P5 Email: Community.Relations@HydroOne.com.

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The purpose of the project is to ensure an adequate and reliable supply of power to meet the growing electricity demands of the region. The project consists of replacing the two existing single-circuit 115 kilovolt (kV) transmission lines and wooden structures with a new, two-circuit 230 kV transmission line on steel structures along the existing transmission corridor. The project would also involve upgrades to the existing Barrie Transformer Station (TS) and Essa TS.

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For more information call 1-877-345-6799 or visit our website: www.HydroOne.com/Projects/BarrieAreaUpgrade.

Please note: Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Environmental Assessment Act, unless otherwise stated in the submission, any personal information such as name, address, telephone number and property location included in a submission will become part of the public record files for this matter and will be released, if requested, to any person.

Springwater News • February 8, 2018 • Edition 514 • Phone: 705 322 2249 Cell: 705 231 2653

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Another year has almost passed since the murder of Michael Kent. It will be 52 years on February 11th since his body was found outside the Elmvale Arena in a

snow bank in 1966.

Two years ago, I had a call and they told me that the murderer was a psychiatric patient on a weekend pass from the Penetang Hospital. The authorities, according to the caller, were quick to close ranks and pick up the patient before word got out. I told the caller to call the OPP with the story and I have no proof that this is what happened that night.

Again, the caller contacted me with the same story after the cold case was published in other local papers a few months ago but that is as far as it has gone.

I have written the following article on the murder of Michael Kent for several years now and plan to rewrite it every year until the case is closed. I am reprinting that article just to remind everyone of this terrible tragedy that changed my life and the town of Elmvale. This year I have included a picture of the knife used in this senseless crime. Hopefully the picture will help refresh someone’s memory and close this case.

Who Murdered Michael Kent?

Everyone has events and dates that have taken place in their lifetime that they will never forget. If you are around my age, born in 1953, you will remember Elvis and the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show, the assassinations of John and Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King, Neil Armstrong walking on the moon and, yes, even the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the Stanley Cup. The above events were all seen on television and were many miles away but, closer to home, most people my age in our area will remember February 11, 1966. That is the date that Elmvale went from a sleepy, innocent small town to the place where six-year old Michael Kent was murdered.

February 11th was a normal busy Friday night at the Elmvale Arena and Curling Club. The weather was a little snowy but the parking lot was full of cars as teams from Midland came to play hockey against Elmvale.

Michael came to the arena with his father and mother to watch his older brother play hockey against Elmvale.

At some point, he became separated from his parents.

Investigators are not sure if Michael was taken from the arena or if he had followed his father outside. The family’s car had become stuck in the parking lot, so after getting the family inside, his father had gone back outside to try to get the car out of a snowbank.

After a quick look inside the arena, a search party moved outside in the hope of finding Michael. At about 8:40 pm, he was found outside lying near the hydro pole on the west side of the Curling Club (The addition to the Curling Club was not there in 1966.)

Michael was rushed to the office of the late Doctor Douglas Patchell located where Superior Cleaning is now situated. At the time, the search party had thought Michael had been hit by a car but, after removing his snowsuit, Dr. Patchell soon realized that the young boy had been stabbed several times. Doctor John McKenzie was called to rush down to the office to assist, but it was too late to save the six-year old.

Almost instantly, the Ontario Provincial Police were everywhere in Elmvale, especially at the Arena.

1 2 63 49 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 41 52 7 84 3 5 6 7 8 9 Everyone leaving or coming had their cars searched for the 12 10 10 weapon or clues that 11 12 10 11 11 12 murder would help find the murderer.

13 14 15 Eventually, the knife was found 15 13 13 14 14 15 on the roof of the Curling Club.

The16knife had no fingerprints 17 16 18 1717 18 18 16 and could not be traced to any stores or owners in the area.

19 20 21 22 19 20 23 21 I can remember being at the 19 20 21 22 2322 23 Arena that night. I had refereed 24 game 25 at26 27 24 25 26 27 my youngest brother’s hockey approximately 27 24 25 26 6:00 p.m. and had stayed around the rink because I 28 I played goal, so halfway 29 30 31 played at roughly 8:00 p.m.

28 29 30 31 through the game I was called to the bench for a goalie 29 30 31 28 change. That is when I first of 32 heard about the murder 33 34 32 33 34 Michael Kent. I will never forget that. Life in Elmvale 34 32 33 changed that night.

35 36 37 38 40 35 36 39 37 38 39 40 Children that walked to the arena or any other place in town were now driven or accompanied by an adult.

35 37 38 39 40 44 36 Neighbours looked at each41other42 differently as rumours 41 43 42 43 44 ran rampant on who was being investigated for the 44 41 42 43 murder.

45 46 47 45 46 47 All the kids and adults that were at the arena that night were interviewed by the O.P.P. if 48 We were mostly asked49 50 47 45 48 49 46 50 we had seen anything unusual in the lobby or outside.

I remember telling the officers why I had arrived at the arena two and a half hours before my game.

49 50 48 I had a chance to talk to Detective Inspector Jim Smyth of the Criminal Investigation Branch last year at O.P.P. Headquarters in Orillia.

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The 46th Minesing Mini Fest is THIS WEEKEND! Do you have your button yet?

Get one at the store, Cicco's This year’s theme is Mardi Gras and I am going to guess there will be a lot of fantastic colours and lively music playing over the weekend throughout our annually celebrated events. If you don't know what you can find at Mini-Fest, please see the list below: Friday Night: Open Skate, Progressive Euchre ($5), Bowling ($75/team), Beer Garden.

Saturday: “Pancake Tuesday” Breakfast, Citizen & Youth of the Year (Send nominations to minifest@minesing.ca), Parade following Pancake Breakfast, Children's Entertainment (TBA), Beer Garden, Raffle Saturday Night: Adult Dance featuring Scott & Colin *Anyone wanting additional information please email minifest@minesing.ca. We look forward to seeing everyone out enjoying themselves!

Minesing United Church – Family Roast Beef Dinner The Minesing United Church is hosting a family style roast beef dinner on Saturday February 17th at 5:30 pm. Of course there will be homemade pies to enjoy as well. Adults $20, under 13 $10 and preschool children are free.

Come share your family dinner memories!

Valentine’s Day is coming up next Wednesday for those of you who acknowledge it. I personally avoid it as I think it’s a money grab for retailers. If you love someone, let

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them know any day of the year, not on the day that you are guilted into acknowledging it. I think it is appreciated more on the receiving end if it is “just because”. Either way, have a great February 14th regardless.

Prom dress shopping has been the topic in my house recently. Boy have times changed since I was a senior in high school. It’s unbelievable to hear how much people are spending on a dress for this one evening event.

We were lucky enough to travel to go south of the border and find a beautiful dress for a reasonable price. I have heard of some people spending upwards of $800-$900 for their daughter’s prom dress. This doesn’t include shoes, jewellery, hair or makeup. Crazy right?

I wish people could keep in perspective that one day these girls are possibly going to be searching for wedding dresses and then that would make more sense to spend that much money on a dress. I will tell you that we looked at dresses of all prices, but as many of you know, one spilled beverage or dropping your meal on your lap and the dress is basically ruined. You won’t feel as bad if this happens to a dress that is a reasonably priced dress over a $500+ dress with a splatter on it. But, to each their own I guess, maybe I'm just cheap?

One thing I do know is that each young girl getting ready is going to feel special no matter what their dress costs and I wish them a great experience as princess for a day.

Until next time, have a great day and keep smiling.

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Declarer can count only 11 top tricks and can be sure (from the bidding) that the ♦K and ♠A are both with West. Does that mean that 6NT is destined to fail?

Actually, no, because Declarer can organize an end-play. Declarer wins the opening Heart lead, cashes the other Heart winners and rattles off 7 Clubs.

West’s last three cards will presumably be ♠A and ♦K5, and Declarer will come down to ♠K and ♦AQ. Now, West is thrown in with a Spade and must lead a Diamond, giving Declarer her 12th trick. That pretty ending is known as a Strip Squeeze.

Post Script: West might have thwarted the squeeze by coming down to ♠AQ and ♦K, but an astute Declarer will suspect that West has the ♠Q for his opening bid and will play to drop the ♦K instead of trying the Spade throw-in. A more thoughtful West will bare the ♦K early in his discards, and will also pitch away the ♠Q and ♠J, coming down to the fiendishly devious ♠A6 and ♦K! Nobody would fault Declarer for now assuming that West started life with 5=3=5=0 distribution, and for misguessing the end-game as a result. Wicked defense, Mr West!

Visit www.acbl.org for more about the fascinating game of bridge or email marketing@acbl.org For games in Barrie see www.barriebridge.com For games in Midland see www.midlanddbc.com

The banana tree is not a true fruit at all but a giant herb, and the banana is actually its berry. A banana plant produces only one bunch or "hand" in its life, but that bunch may have between 100 to 400 bananas.

"Perhaps I am a bear, or some hibernating animal underneath, for the instinct to be half asleep all winter is so strong in me."

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In answer to surveys, comments and feedback from Springwater residents we are adjusting our hours of operation to better meet your needs! The new hours will start after the February Family Day weekend and we’re ready Community Centre. This is an unsupervised family event to celebrate our extended hours with you by having a and due to the age of the bowling alley, bowlers will need Monopoly themed party that week! Midhurst and Elmvale to help set up their own pins as they play. There is no branch new hours start Monday February 26. The red text registration required for this free, drop in program. Friday is our new open/close time.

February 23, 2pm-3:30pm Minesing Branch.

Mondays 1pm-5pm, Tuesdays 10am-7pm, Wednesdays Kids After School Party!

10am-5pm, Thursdays 10am-7pm, Saturdays 10am-4pm.

Come out for snacks, beverages and help Minesing Branch new hours start on Tuesday February Minesing Library plan some fun programs 20. for kids! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm Tuesdays 10am-7pm, Wednesdays 1pm-5pm, and your friends. The more the merrier!

Thursdays 1pm-7pm, Fridays 10am-5pm Tuesday February 23, 3:30pm-4:30pm, Minesing The first 20 customers through the door will receive a Branch. yummy treat. The first 100 customers through the doors Daddy Daughter Princess Tea on the start date of our new hours (Minesing branch Party Tuesday February 20, Elmvale and Midhurst branch Ages 3+ daughters and their Dads Monday February 26) will receive a special monopoly are invited to come to a Daddy scratch ticket with awesome prizes!

Daughter Princess Tea Party! Come Minesing Minifest Fun dressed up in your best princess It’s that time of year again for the Minesing dress and meet Belle from Beauty Minefest Family Fun! The Minesing Branch and the Beast! Saturday February will be open on Saturday February 10 from 24, 3pm-4pm Midhurst Branch. Cost $5. Registration 9am to 3pm. After your yummy pancake is required by Friday February 16. breakfast be sure to stop by the library to pick Parent Workshop up and enter your free ballot for a chance to win a great Make your own visual timer. Similar to prize! Prizes include: a 3 month Family YMCA pass, a a sand timer, this is a visual aid that you large Cicco’s pizza, a Yoga Gift certificate. We will also will be making to target children’s morning be awarding prizes for the bookmark and colouring page routines. You can vary the time anywhere contests as well as having some heritage colouring books from 5 minutes to 60 minutes. Tuesday on hand for sale.

March 6, 6pm Midhurst Branch. Cost $2. Registration Stay, Play and Learn is required for this program.

In partnership with EarlyON (previously March Break Programs Ontario Early Years) they will be offering It’s that time again to start thinking families/care providers with children prenatal about registering your school aged through 6 years a drop in, friendly environment children for March break programs in both the Elmvale and Minesing branch locations. and we’ve got something fun for all Minesings Tuesdays 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm ages (and speeds!). At the Elmvale Elmvale Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-12pm, 1pm- and Midhurst branches we’ll have a remote control vehicle 4pm race track set up in the library all week so be sure to come The activities provided for the children include creative and give it a try, log your speed and at the end of the week experiences, science and math experiences, circle time, the fastest recorded time wins a prize! snack time, activities that promote literacy and experiences Monday March 12: 1:30pm-3:30pm Lego fun Midhurst that promote social and emotional development.

Branch, 2pm Family movie Coco Elmvale Branch.

Cover Kids/Cover Girls Tuesday March 13: 10:30am Eye Care storytime Book Club registration required Midhurst Branch, 10:30amThere’s still time to register 12:00pm Drop in Family Bowling registration required and join! Awesome treats, parental supervision mandatory at Minesing Branch, 1pmchallenging trivia, fun games and a shared love of reading. 3pm Drop in Optical Illusion Challenge ages 3+ Midhurst This monthly club meets at the Midhurst Branch the Branch, 2pm Drop in craft Elmvale Branch, 5:30pmsecond Tuesday of each month: February 13, March 6:30pm Open outdoor fire s’mores dessert at the library 13, April 10, May 8 and June 12. Cover kids: Ages 9-12, registration required Midhurst Branch.

5pm-6pm. Cover Girls: Ages 13-16, 6pm-7pm.

Wednesday March 14: 10am-12pm Giant Games ages 3+ Kids After School Craft: Chinese New Midhurst Branch, 1:30pm Family movie Coco registration Year required Midhurst Branch, 2pm-3:30pm Diary of a Ages 4+ after school come to the library Wimpy Kid Party ages 8+ registration required Cost $2 and celebrate Chinese New Year by Elmvale Branch. making some colourful crafts. This drop Thursday March 15:11am Family movie Coco in program will run on Tuesday February registration required Midhurst Branch, 1:30pm Surprise 13, 4pm-5pm Elmvale Branch.

Paper Peas Cardmaking Club Come join the Paper Peas for fun and creative card making!

This program costs $15 for 5 original hand made cards. Please register and pre-pay to reserve your spot.

This club meets once a month at 6:30pm Midhurst Branch on a Tuesday: February 20 (Birthday), March 20 (Wedding and Baby Shower), April 17 (Thank you cards).

Lego Building Challenge This popular drop in program is fun family time! All ages are welcome to participate in a special Lego Building Challenge on Friday February 20, 3:30pm4:30pm at Minesing Branch.

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New elementary schools coming to Bradford, Oro-Medonte and Wasaga Beach The Ministry of Education announced today that the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) will receive capital funding for three new public elementary schools. These new schools will be built in Bradford, OroMedonte and Wasaga Beach.

With this announcement, the SCDSB has received funding for three of its top six capital priorities submitted to the Ministry of Education in September 2017 as part of the SCDSB’s revised capital priorities list.

“We are pleased that the Ministry has recognized the need in our communities,” says Peter Beacock, Chairperson of the Board. “The addition of three new elementary schools will allow us to accommodate students in areas which continue to experience growth and development.”

“We would like to thank our staff in Business and Facilities who continue to put forward strong business cases for new schools to the Ministry of Education for consideration,” notes Steve Blake, Director of Education.

“The new elementary schools will help address enrolment pressures in Bradford, Oro-Medonte and Wasaga Beach.”

In addition, the ministry has approved Early Years Capital Project funding to support two child care projects located at Lake Simcoe Public School in Innisfil and Pine River Elementary School in Angus.

All approved Capital Priorities projects will be posted on the Ministry of Education’s website on January 31, 2018.

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Rotary is giving $53.5 million in grants to support immunization and surveillance activities led by the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI).

More than half of the funds will support efforts to end polio in two of the three countries where polio remains endemic: • Afghanistan: $12.03 million • Pakistan: $19.31 million Further funding will support efforts to keep 10 vulnerable countries polio-free: • Cameroon: $1.61 million • Central African Republic: $428,000 • Chad: $2.33 million • The Democratic Republic of Congo: $6.48 million • Ethiopia: $1.82 million • Iraq: $2 million • Niger: $1.71 million • Somalia: $3.29 million • South Sudan: $835,300 • Syria: $428,000 An additional $731,338 will fund research to be conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO), and another $518,000 will go toward technical assistance in West and Central Africa.

While significant strides have been made against the disease, polio remains a threat in hard-to-reach and underserved areas and conflict zones. Despite a historically low case count, as long as a single child has polio, all children are at risk, which underscores the need for continued funding and political commitment to eradication.

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Ontarians could see six more weeks of winter after one of the country's best-known groundhogs saw his shadow.

Officials declared a longer winter after Wiarton Willie emerged from his den just after 8 a.m. ET. This year was the first for the young rodent, which replaced the previous Willie, who died last September.

Meanwhile, Nova Scotia's famed Shubenacadie Sam had another prediction.

Sam waddled out of his fenced pen at about 8 a.m. local time and wandered around, a sign he was predicting an early end to winter.

Fans looked on and let out loud cheers as Sam, who lives at the Shubenacadie Wildlife Park, scampered around the snowy grounds on what was the 30th anniversary of his annual weather prediction.

How often has the groundhog really predicted the coming of spring?

According to researchers, the groundhog has accurately predicted the coming of spring only 39 percent of the time.

Lent is almost here but before that we get to celebrate Shrove Tuesday at an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Supper.

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TRANSITION DATE SET FOR OPP POLICING IN TOWN OF MIDLAND OPP looks forward to providing police services effective February 8, 2018 (ORILLIA, ON) - The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) confirms that the transition of policing services to the OPP from the Midland Police Service will occur on February 8, 2018.

On the 23rd of January, the Town of Midland received the Ontario Civilian Police Commission's decision to approve the disbanding of the Midland Police Service, which was a necessary step in order to transfer to OPP services by February.

During an initial four-week transition period, the OPP's Southern Georgian Bay Detachment will provide coverage of calls for service. The OPP looks forward to a positive working relationship with the Town of Midland and its residents.

BUSINESS B&E (CLEARVIEW TOWNSHIP, ON.) of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are asking the public for their assistance in solving this crime.

On January 7, 2018 at approximately 11:50 p.m., two unknown persons broke into the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) Store on Elizabeth Street in the Village of Creemore. Initial investigation revealed that two male broke into this business and stole the following bottles of alcohol: • 3 Cuervo Tequila • 2 J.D. Honey • 2 Crown Royal Rye Whisky • 1 Crown Royal Spirits (small bottle)

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The first thing is what defines bullying? Bullying includes behaviors that focus on making someone else feel inadequate, or focus on belittling someone else.

Bullying includes harassment, physical harm, repeatedly demeaning speech and efforts to ostracize another person, rumors and gossip. Bullying is active, and is done with the intention of bringing another person down.

It is important to realize that there are different kinds of bullying: Physical Bullying: This is the most obvious form of bullying. In this type of bullying, the instigator attempts to physically dominate another teen. This usually includes kicking, punching and other physically harmful activities, designed to instill fear in the one bullied, and possible coerce him or her to do something.

Verbal Bullying: When someone verbally bullies another, he or she uses demeaning language to tear down another’s self-image. Bullies who use verbal techniques excessively tease others, say belittling things and use a great deal of sarcasm with the intent to hurt the other person’s feelings or humiliate the other teen in front of others.

Emotional: This is even more subtle than verbal bullying. Teenage bullying that includes emotional methods aims at getting someone else to feel isolated, alone and may even prompt depression. This type of bullying is designed to get others to ostracize the person being bullied.

Cyber Bullying: Electronic bullying is becoming a very real problem for teens. This type of bullying uses instant messaging, cell phone text messages and online social networks to humiliate and embarrass others. This can be especially devastating to the people being bullied, since they cannot even find a safe place in the virtual world. Spiritual Bullying: Not allowing or withholding the sacred medicines in order to smudge one self. Not allowing a person to practice their spiritual beliefs, ceremonies. Belittling and making fun of a person’s spiritual path or healing journey. Not being allowed to speak the language, dance or sing. Being humiliated for speaking with an Elder, healer or medicine person.

Why do people bully in the first place? Adults will bully young people. Young people will bully adults and each other. There are many types of bullying and many reasons why a person bullies and the causes of bullying.

Before I continue we need to answer this question and have a clear understanding of why do people bully. Some consider bullying to be purposeful attempts to control another person through verbal abuse - which can be in tone of voice or in content such as teasing or threats.

While some ties the feature of “peer abuse” and “repeated activity” into the definition of bullying, others acknowledge single instances and age difference in their

definitions of bullying. Bullying occurs in schools, workplaces, in homes, on playgrounds, in the military, and in nursing homes etc. etc.

There are a variety of reasons why people bully. Let’s start with cultural causes of bullying. In a culture that is fascinated with winning, power, and violence, some would suggest that it is unrealistic to expect that people will not be influenced to seek power through violence in their own lives. If we take a look at video games, television, action films and the glorification of bullies in the name of entertainment and point out that the high rate of domestic violence means that many young people grow up expecting that violence is an acceptable way to get what one wants.

Institutional Causes, if the institution at which the bullying takes place - whether the home, the school, or the workplace - does not have high standards for the way people treat each other, then bullying may be more likely and/or prevalent and have an influence on why people bully.

Social Issues, the fact that one gets more social recognition for negative behaviors than for positive ones can also contribute to reasons why people bully.

Situation comedies and reality television, as well as real life situations in schools, for example, show that acting out is more likely to get noticed than behaving oneself civilly and courteously. Jealousy or envy and a lack of personal and social skills to deal with such feelings can also be reasons why people bully.

Family Issues, families that are not warm and loving and in which feelings are not shared are more likely to have children who bully, either within the family home or in other locations in which the children meet others.

Another home environment that is prone to producing bullies is one in which discipline and monitoring are inconsistent and/or a punitive atmosphere exists.

The Bully’s personal upbringing, children who experience social rejection themselves are more likely to “pass it on” to others. Children who experience academic failure are also more likely to bully others.

Having power perhaps indicates that the very fact of having power may make some people wish to wield it in a noticeable way, but it is also true that people may be given power without being trained in the leadership skills that will help them wield it wisely. Either situation can contribute to why people bully others.

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OPP Investigating String of Thefts and Mischiefs (ORILLIA, ON) - On January 23, 2018 the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to several complaints of mischiefs and thefts at local businesses in the City of Orillia.

Businesses, 2 on West Street South, 2 on Norweld Drive and 1 on Memorial Avenue, reported significant damage to their property and/or thefts from their business that occurred through the night of January 22, 2018 to the morning of January 23, 2018.

The thieves stole 4 full sets of rims and tires from one of the businesses on Norweld Drive and copper wire from a West Street South site. The suspect(s) did significant damage to all businesses.

The Orillia OPP is continuing the investigation and is asking for the help of the public in solving these crimes. If anyone seen anything suspicious in the noted areas between January 22, 2018 between 07:00 pm and January 23, 2018 at 07:00 am they are encouraged to contact police. If any business owners in the area have video surveillance and have captured any suspicious activity on camera please contact the Orillia OPP at 705-325-3536 or 1-888-3101122.

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TRAILER CONTAINING $15,000 DOLLARS IN EAVESTROUGH EQUIPMENT STOLEN (NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) - The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment investigated an incident at a Concession 10, Townsend, Norfolk County, Ontario address.

On Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at approximately 2:19 a.m., police received a report of a theft.

Through the course of investigation, it was determined that between 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 and 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 24, 2018, unknowns attended the address and removed a trailer from the driveway of the residence.

The trailer is described as a blue coloured, 2000 Pace CS7 with two (2) axles. It contained two (2) 23-foot collapsible ladders, two (2) 40-foot ladders and a 5-inch seamless eavestrough machine. The trailer had two (2) doors at the rear and one on the side. It also had checkered plates on the front and a ladder on the side to assist with retrieving items that were stored on top of the trailer.

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Also on Council’s agenda this week is a discussion of proposed changes to the Township’s sign by-law. The purpose of such a by-law is to prevent the unwanted proliferation of signs in the community, a concern I refer to as “visual pollution”. Currently, there are restrictions on where signs can be put up and what their size may be; sign permits are usually required, but the fee is usually waived for community and non-profit events. Garage sale signs will not need a permit, but will be limited to three days.

Any sign for a home occupation or home industry shall

Murray MacDonald only advertise the business that takes place on that property and cannot be used for any other type of advertisement. No person shall place, attach or affix any sign or advertising device to any tree or utility pole. Anyone who is unclear about the need for a sign permit should contact the Township.

Lawyers coming and going. Congratulations to lawyer Gary French, who has decided to retire after many years of practice in Elmvale. His work as a lawyer and as a local historian have been greatly appreciated. Welcome to the legal firm of HGR Graham, who this week opened a new satellite office in the RE/MAX Realty building at 24 Yonge St. The Elmvale BIA executive has a number of plans for events later this year in order to attract visitors to our town.

Last year’s Sci-Fi Fantasy Party will be repeated in July as well as music and art in the Gateway Parkette throughout the summer.

With the demise of The Barrie Examiner and other small town papers, Springwater Library is trying to get the Postmedia/Torstar newspaper group to restore its online papers’ archive so readers do not suffer the loss of a key resource for local history research and public accountability.

Last week I received an e-mail asking about a possible dog park; however, I have somehow lost it. If you are the one who sent it to me, please send it again.

The comments made in this article are strictly my own. I do not speak on behalf of Council. Contact me any time if you have concerns or suggestions: 705-796-7348, katy. austin@springwater.ca.

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Support During a Crisis Nobody ever plans for a crisis, and so we are often caught mentally and emotionally unprepared when something unexpected happens. Perhaps your partner announces that he/she is leaving, or a loved one dies. Initially there is shock and disbelief, and you just cannot believe this thing is happening. Feelings of fear, abandonment and anger may be all mixed together with deep sadness and pain. You reflect on the past, and try to imagine a future without this person, and you can only see continued pain and loneliness.

It feels like your world has been turned upside down, and you keep wishing you would wake up and find it was just a bad dream. You may feel betrayed by a world that has taken something that you felt belonged to you You will experience times when you think you are managing, and then times when you feel you are falling apart. It may feel like trying to find your way in a blinding snowstorm.

If you think about the entire road ahead, you may easily become overwhelmed, discouraged, with a sense of hopelessness. It may become more manageable if you concentrate initially only on getting through one day at a time, or perhaps even one hour. You need to give yourself the time to feel all that you are feeling. There may be times that you really need to be alone, but it is important that you allow others to support you.

Part of the healing process is in the love with which friends and family reach out to you. It is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to fully heal on your own. And what if you do not have people in your life who will provide this kind of support? Then it is time to look for a support group.

A support group is a warm and caring environment where you can express yourself, or listen to the experiences and advice of others who have been through, or are going through experiences similar to your own.

There are support groups for all kinds of situations, including bereavement and divorce adjustment. To find one that is right for you, you can call Family and Community Services in Sherwood Park, or the Support Network Information Line in Edmonton (482-4636). If they do not have what you are looking for, you can ask them to look into the possibility of setting something up. You can bet that there will be others looking for the same thing you are.

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If someone breaks an arm or leg, and a cast is put on that arm or leg, and there is usually a healing time frame for that broken leg or arm, that might include an ongoing treatment that includes physio therapy.

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It means that I understand that “mental illness” is a result of trauma to the brain….concussions, strokes, emotional trauma, and combat trauma.

I understand that “my old brain is not coming back” and now I am content with “living with my new brain” I understand that very few people show up with enough compassion to see “the person” not the reactions to the brain trauma.

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Virus

Fighting a virus, especially the influenza virus, is something that I do not want to experience again. I can't remember the last time that I was so sick. When I first contracted the virus, it attacked me overnight. I woke up and could hardly breathe.

Worried, I asked my husband to drive me to the hospital. I must have had a fever, because I couldn't keep warm. The waiting time in the emergency department seemed like an eternity, until finally, I heard my name being called by the attending nurse. I went for an X-ray on my chest, which revealed that I had contracted the influenza virus. I was given a prescription to be filled, and then I was sent home.

I just wanted to sleep, and drink ginger ale, and sleep some more, which I did for two solid days.

This virus seemed to cling on for almost three weeks. It robbed me of my appetite and energy, and at times, I felt as if I were going to die.

During the two weeks of not feeling up to par, my writing was put on the back burner. I had no desire to pray, read my Bible, check my e-mails, or read a novel. I had literally no desire to do anything at all. All I wanted to do was sit in my recliner, curled up in a blanket, and let the television entertain me.

During this time of sickness, I knew that God was with me. He was with me on the ride to the hospital. He was with me when the technician took an X-ray. He was with me as I slept, and at the end, He healed me. Even though I couldn't pray, I knew that friends were upholding me with their prayers.

James 5:15-16-The prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up, and if he has committed sins, they will be forgiven him. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another so that you may be healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much. (NASB) During the current flu season, let us be on the lookout for sick people whom we can uphold in prayer.

Prayer: Lord God, we thank You for being with us when we are sick. We thank You for doctors, nurses, and X-ray technicians. We thank You for medical research teams and for their discoveries.

Sometimes, You heal us and sometimes, in Your omnipotence, You decide to call Your beloved children home. We thank You for friends who uphold us in prayer. Enable us to do the same for them. Help us to trust You in all things. Amen.

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- contains naturally occurring Vitamin D - may even prevent breast cancer. Six eggs a week can lower the risk by 44% - contains 5 grams of fat and only 1.5 grams of it is saturated fat - helps regulate the brain, nervous system, and cardiovascular system.

- according to the Harvard School of Public Heath study, can actually help prevent blood clots, strokes and heart attacks - can promote healthy hair and nails because of the sulphur content and vitamins and minerals No matter how an egg is prepared, these benefits are still universal. Substituting for the chemicallyenhanced liquid egg substitutes or powders will not give you the same benefits as a real egg will!

Springwater News • February 8, 2018 • Edition 514 • Phone: 705 322 2249 Cell: 705 231 2653

by Dick Wesselo.

The Canadian Environmental Law Association (CELA), the Ontario Environment Network (OEN), and the Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) are hosting a Meeting in Simcoe County in partnership with the Simcoe County Greenbelt Coalition on Tuesday, February 13, 2018.

The meeting will start at 1:30PM and will be held at the Midhurst United Church, located at 91 Doran Road. The event is free, but to ensure that sufficient seating is available for all attendees, the organizers ask you to please register by email to the address below. In view of the French Hill and surrounding area water related issues in Waverly, the subjects to be addressed are timely for Tiny and area and include: - Are the increased measures in the Greenbelt adequate to protect water there?

- Are there other areas of the province where increased protection for water should be applied?

- Is the Province doing enough to protect water?

A sample agenda is posted on the web and can be seen at www.ontarioheadwaters.ca/agenda/. For registration and other information please contact Andrew McCammon at 416 231 9484 or by email, andrew@ontarioheadwaters.ca A June 2011 Canadian Geographic Journal article that describes the uniqueness of the groundwaters originating from and around French’s Hill made the rounds again recently and is just as applicable today as it was 7 years ago. A link to this interesting article can be found on Dick’s TinyCorner Facebook page and was posted on January 31, 2018.

CRH Canada Group Inc. the parent Company of Dufferin Aggregates, the operators of the Darby Road Gravel Pit in Waverley have applied to the Ministry to renew their water taking Permit for aggregate washing purposes for an additional 10 years (yes 10!). Water to operate the wash plant will be taken from both the existing on-site pond and well. Of interest has to be that the previous owners of the pit, the Beamish Corporation, reportedly constructed the pond without a permit. Once the existence of the pond became public knowledge, an after the fact pond-construction permit was issued by the Ministry, apparently without much thought.

I have expressed my concern in a previous column about the drilled well record that reportedly exists for this property.

Something just doesn’t seem right. The well record refers to the well as being for “domestic purposes”. 1.6 Million liters of domestic use is the requested maximum daily draw over 210 days annually. To supply 1.6 million liters of water daily requires the filling up of 12 DOT-111 railway tank cars every day. These cars are capable of carrying 30,110 US gallons each! I also understand that 1.6 million liters is about what the entire Town of Midland consumes on a bad day.

On their website Dufferin claims to be “a proud member of the Community”. Part of their Corporate Responsibility Statement reads that Dufferin has: “a long-term commitment to our neighbours and have built a solid reputation for being a responsible corporate citizen”. The Company dedicates an entire page to the various Community Advisory (CAP) Panels it has established: “Engaging with local stakeholders is a critical component of our efforts to contribute to improving the quality of life in the communities around our operations ‐ to learn from their experiences, as well as share our own; to consider stakeholders’ input as part of our decisionmaking processes; and to keep local stakeholders involved in planning and managing our efforts. Many of our sites have Community Advisory Panels (CAPs) in place that meet regularly throughout the year to provide a forum to engage in meaningful discussion, collaboration and information sharing. These organizations consist of representatives of the local community, including residents, public officials, industry and other stakeholders, and representatives of the local CRH operation.”

Only a few weeks ago the Company advertised for interested Community Members to form a Community Advisory Panel (CAP) to address the Waverly Teedon Pit. Then some folks stumbled over the application to the Ministry to renew the water taking permit. In view of the well documented concerns about both the drinking water and groundwater levels in the area and the established local opposition to this gravel pit, I find it very ironical that this highly controversial application is being made before the local Committee is established and the first meeting is even conducted. This does not appear to yours truly as a Corporate effort to “engage with local stakeholders” and keeping them involved in “planning and managing” their efforts.

Council’s Chambers were filled to capacity on January 29th for the scheduled Committee of the Whole Meeting (CoW).

A few residents took advantage of the opportunity to make an Open Deputation to Council and express their concerns about the Water Permit Renewal application. In the absence of technical information available to Council on the matter the Committee decided that the matter be deferred to the February 12, 2018 CoW Meeting, in anticipation of a report from R.J. Burnside & Associates Ltd. on the

matter. The clock is ticking fast on this process as the 30 Day public review and comment period on the application started January 23, 2018. If you have any questions or would like to submit your comments to the Ministry, please do so by February 22, 2018. All comments must be directed to: Central Region, Permit to Take Water Coordinator Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change Drinking Water and Environmental Compliance Division Central Region Office, 5775 Yonge Street, Floor 8 Toronto ON, M2M 4J1

Purina and Masterfeed

Inspector Ferguson of the local OPP Detachment presented the Department’s 3rd Quarter Report.

Noteworthy was the increase in “Break & Enter” property crime which recorded an increase of 145.5% year over year.

Possession of illicit drug charges are up by 75% over the same period. Criminal Code and Provincial Statute Charges as well as Traffic Related Charges were down. Property Damage caused by Motor Vehicle Collisions was down.

Unfortunately, the Personal Injury rate suffered by those involved in Motor Vehicle Collisions was up.

"Organic Feed Available"

Ms. Tracy Roxborough, representing the Sustainable Severn Sound, presented the “Local Climate Change Action Plan Project and the Benefits of Municipal Membership in the Partners for Climate Protection Program (PCP)”. What this specifically entails for Tiny was not clear. The high level agreed upon targets are laudable. The extent to which the targets are realistic however remains to be seen. There was also no indication within the presentation as to the cost to Tiny of this program which is “based on a five-milestone framework that involves completing a GHG inventory and forecast, setting a GHG (Green House Gas) reduction target, developing a local action plan, implementing the plan, and monitoring progress and reporting results”. PCP members commit to adopt a community GHG reduction target of 30 percent below 2005 levels by 2030, in line with the Government of Canada's target, and to adopt a corporate GHG reduction target that is similar or more ambitious, and to consider adopting a deeper community and corporate emissions reduction target of 80 per cent by 2050. There was no indication that anyone knew how much GHG Tiny created in 2005 and I did not hear anyone asking the question. The Committee recommended that the Township of Tiny join the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) Program. The recommended motion on the subject is too long to detail in this column.

Those interested can find the recommendation on Dick’s TinyCorner Facebook page (posted on Feb. 3/2018). The Deputy Mayor noted in a Facebook post that the associated costs would be “covered under membership with Sustainable Severn Sound (SSS). We pay $9800 annually to this joint service board (since about 2010). It consists of 7 other municipal partners who pay an equal share. The program was also awarded a $70,000 grant (from the province). The CCAP should [have]a zero impact on the municipal budget going forward as we have always been members of the SSS”.

I’ll keep an open mind on the matter.

Ms. Lynn Short provided an update to Council regarding the Wymbolwood Beach Phragmites Control Research and requested a continuation of last year’s in-kind support provided by the Township for 2018. This support was readily granted. In the absence of an approved and effective weed control product, other control methodologies need to be found. The proliferation of this weed becomes more and more visible. Anyone who has driven along I75 in Ohio or travelled Hwy#402 between London and Sarnia recently can see this.

The COW received a presentation from Doug Taylor, Director of Finance & Administration, regarding the 2018 Township of Tiny Budget. The highlights have been written up in previous columns and for those who missed them, Mayor Cornell summarized the highlights again in his monthly newsletter which is also posted on Dick’s TinyCorner Facebook page (posted on Feb. 3/2018). To be clear, please note that Tiny residents will see a 1.77% increase in the Municipal portion of their tax rates for 2018. Tiny’s “Total Net Operating Budget” for 2018 is $9,174,963. This represents an increase over 2017 in the amount of $351,728 or a change of 3.986%. The budget was forwarded to the January 29, 2018 Regular Meeting of Council for approval due to its time sensitive nature.

In view of some recent Real Estate acquisitions (to be funded through the sale of assets) the COW held a discussion regarding surplus municipal property. The Committee recommended that staff be directed to report back to the CoW at a

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future meeting. A program needs to be established for the disposition of surplus Township property.

Ms. Sue Walton, Tiny’s Director of Legislative Services/ Clerk presented a draft policy for the Use of Corporate Resources during a Municipal Election Campaign. The Committee recommended that the Corporate Policy be adopted as presented. Anyone considering running for a position on Tiny’s Municipal Council would be well advised to review the content of CLERK'S REPORT CR-006-18, dated Jan. 29, 2018.

Council considered during its May 29, 2017 meeting the need to establish a Compliance Audit Committee for the 2018 Municipal Election and recommended the reestablishment of the Joint North Simcoe Compliance Audit Committee. It now appears that the North Simcoe Joint Compliance Audit Committee will not be moving forward.

The County of Simcoe however is proceeding with the establishment of a Joint Compliance Audit Committee and interested lower-tier municipalities can join this County wide initiative. Tiny decided to get on board.

A 63-page Document Retention Report was presented to the Committee. No doubt, just about every document and form in use by the Township is noted in this report.

As required by the Municipal Act, the Township’s auditors must now approve the retention periods established by the Municipality. Once the auditors give their blessing the report will be returned to Council for final approval and implementation.

Ms. Bonita Desroches, Tiny’s Director of Recreation, presented the 2017 Recreation Activity Report which the Committee recommended should be received as information.

The report contained background information on and a summary of the 2017 Recreational Programs, Events and Activities. A link to this 87-page report can also be found on Dick’s TinyCorner Facebook page.

That’s it for this week folks. Please do not forget to "LIKE" or "FRIEND" Dick's Tiny Corner's Facebook Page for additional Tiny and area news as it happens. And remember, I am not a member of Tiny Council and all opinions expressed in this column are mine and mine alone. Readers can contact me at 705-549-8383 or by email at dwesselo@gmail.com.

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encourage you to check www.travel. gc.ca for the most up-to-date travel advisories and information on each country’s entry/exit requirements. You should also check with your airline or tour group to see if they also have additional requirements.

Passport applications are currently MIDLAND 705-527-7654 taking 4-6 weeks to process when 504 DOMINION AVENUE, mIDLAND l4r 1p8 they are dropped off at my Orillia or www.brucestantonmp.ca BRUCE.STANTON@PARL.GC.CA Midland offices. We package up all of the passports that we receive throughout I know many people are looking at travelling to warmer climates in the next few weeks and over March Break, the week on Friday, so please ensure you stop by before so this is a good time to ensure that you have all of the noon on Friday to get your application brought to the main information and documentation you’ll need to have a Passport Canada office in Gatineau.

If you require your passport quicker, your best option is to relaxing trip.

Anyone flying outside of Canada will require a visit a Passport Canada office in person, as their standard Canadian Passport (if you’re a Canadian citizen, or have processing time is 10 business days. As is the case when dual citizenship with Canada and another country), or you send a passport through my office, passports are a Permanent Resident Card (if you are a Permanent then returned to you by registered mail. Unless you have Resident). To travel to the United States, your passport will a reason to travel to the GTA, we generally recommend need to be valid for the duration of your stay. However, taking your application to the Passport Canada office in some airlines and tour companies have introduced more the Whitby Mall, as it is not necessarily as busy as those stringent requirements, so please check with them to make in the Toronto area. The Whitby Passport Canada office is sure that you have the proper identification to go on your open Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, and Saturday from 9:00am-12:00pm. trip.

If you are planning to visit a Passport Canada office with If you are flying to a destination other than the US, I

your application, I encourage you to stop by my Orillia or Midland constituency offices so that we can review your application. That way you don’t get down there only to find out you’re missing something.

Happy travels.

Massachusetts gets a great power deal from Quebec. What is Ontario waiting for?

On the heels of signing an agreement to supply Massachusetts with enough power to meet the needs of one million homes at the barn burner price of 3 to 5.3 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh), Hydro Quebec says it is still ready to make similar deals with Ontario and New York.

Meanwhile, Ontario muddles forward with plans to rebuild aging nuclear reactors at tremendous expense and is about to hold hearings on the safety of ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD NOTICE keeping the 47-year-old Pickering Nuclear Station (surrounded by 2.2 million people) running for up to another 10 years. As a result, Ontario Power Generation has told Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. has applied to renew its natural gas franchise the Ontario Energy Board that it agreement with the Corporation of the Town of Midland. will need to raise its price of nuclear power to 16.5 cents per kWh. Hydro Quebec has already offered Learn more. Have your say.

Ontario power at a great price (5 cents kWh) only to have this province Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. has applied to the Ontario Energy Board for: respond with the bizarre claim that the offer wasn’t competitive enough 1. The renewal of a natural gas franchise agreement with the Corporation of the Town of Midland which would -- despite it being less than one third grant to Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. the right to build, operate and add to the gas distribution system and the cost of rebuilding and extending to distribute, store and transmit natural gas for a period of 20 years. our aging nuclear fleet.

Now Quebec is making it clear it 2. An order that the agreement of the municipal voters of the Corporation of the Town of Midland is not won’t wait forever for Ontario to required in relation to renewing the natural gas franchise agreement. come to its senses and will prioritize deals with those jurisdictions that THE ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD IS HOLDING A PUBLIC HEARING are ready to reap the benefits of its low-cost, renewable power right The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) will hold a public hearing to consider Enbridge Gas’ requests. At the end of this hearing, the OEB now. will decide whether to grant Enbridge Gas’ requests.

With five months until the next provincial election, could this be the The OEB is an independent and impartial public agency. We make decisions that serve the public interest. Our goal is to promote a moment when our opposition parties financially viable and efficient energy sector that provides you with reliable energy services at a reasonable cost. finally get serious about offering real solutions to dealing with CERTIFICATES OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY rising electricity costs and begin In order to distribute natural gas in Ontario, a person must comply with the requirements of the Municipal Franchises Act. This Act to champion making a deal with requires that a person that intends to distribute natural gas within a municipality must first receive approval from the OEB, in the Quebec? Are there any candidates for the PC leadership ready to offer form of a certificate of public convenience and necessity. Where the OEB has issued a certificate for an area but there is currently no real help to Ontario power users natural gas distribution service, another person can apply for a certificate to serve that area. by promising to quickly ink a deal BE INFORMED AND HAVE YOUR SAY with Quebec? Will the NDP make a money-saving Quebec deal part of You have the right to information regarding this application and to be involved in the process. its “pocketbook” promises to help average Ontarians? The next few • You can review the application filed by Enbridge Gas on the OEB’s website now. months should be very interesting.

• You can file a letter with your comments, which will be considered during the hearing.

Please contact Interim PC Leader • You can become an active participant (called an intervenor). Apply by February 20, 2018 or the hearing will go ahead without Vic Fedeli [vic.fedeli@pc.ola. you and you will not receive any further notice of the proceeding. org], potential PC Leadership • At the end of the process, review the OEB’s decision and its reasons on our website. candidate Caroline Mulroney [caroline@carolinemulroney.ca] The OEB does not intend to provide for an award of costs for this hearing. and NDP Leader Andrea Horwath [ahorwath-qp@ndp.on.ca] and ask LEARN MORE them to champion a long-term deal Our file number for this case is EB-2017-0341. To learn more about this hearing, find instructions on how to file letters or become an with Hydro Quebec to lower our electricity bills. intervenor, or to access any document related to this case, please enter the file number EB-2017-0341 on the OEB website: When did ancient www.oeb.ca/participate. You can also phone our Consumer Relations Centre at 1-877-632-2727 with any questions. cultures celebrate the ORAL VS. WRITTEN HEARINGS new year? * In ancient Egypt, the new year There are two types of OEB hearings – oral and written. The OEB intends to proceed with this application by way of a written hearing. was celebrated when the star Sirius If you think an oral hearing is needed, you can write to the OEB to explain why by February 20, 2018. rose around the time of sunrise.

This roughly coincided with the PRIVACY summer solstice and the annual If you write a letter of comment, your name and the content of your letter will be put on the public record and the OEB website. flooding of the Nile River. * The However, your personal telephone number, home address and email address will be removed. If you are a business, all your original Roman calendar contained only ten months, with the new year information will remain public. If you apply to become an intervenor, all information will be public. starting on March 1. * The ancient This hearing will be held under sections 9(3) and 9(4) of the Municipal Franchises Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.M.55 Celts celebrated the new year (Samhain) beginning at dusk on October 31.

"The Alphabet Song," "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star," and "Baa Baa Black Sheep" are all sung to the same music: a 1765 French song Ontario Energy Commission de l’énergie Board de l’Ontario titled "Ah! Vous dirais-je, Maman."

Anyone who goes to a psychiatrist ought to have his head examined.

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Do you carry those purse-sized bottles of hand sanitizer to kill harmful germs and bacteria? They're rather pricey to buy. Their main ingredient is usually alcohol, that's what sanitizes your skin. You can save money by using an alcohol-based mouthwash to clean your hands instead.

Just pour some in a small bottle or leakproof container and use it as an effective, yet inexpensive hand sanitizer.

No matter how clean you strive to keep your bathroom, it’s one room in your house where germs still float around on a daily basis. For example, did you know every time your toilet is flushed, the germs that spray from the bowl can travel more than six feet? That’s why it’s important to keep your toothbrush inside a medicine cabinet and not

Hale N.S. Mahon of Midhurst was wandering around Niagara Falls and found the Springwater News. sitting out in the open air. To kill any germs and bacteria that still may be lurking on your toothbrush, you should still use a mouthwash such as Listerine to sanitize it every time before you brush your teeth.

Mouthwashes such as Listerine brand contain a hefty amount of alcohol, at least twenty percent. Since alcohol is an effective germ killer, you can use a mouthwash that contains a lot of this ingredient to clean minor cuts and scrapes on your skin.

ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD NOTICE Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. has applied to renew its natural gas franchise agreement with the Corporation of the Township of Springwater.

Learn more. Have your say.

Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. has applied to the Ontario Energy Board for: 1. The renewal of a natural gas franchise agreement with the Corporation of the Township of Springwater which would grant to Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. the right to build, operate and add to the gas distribution system and to distribute, store and transmit natural gas for a period of 20 years.

2. An order that the agreement of the municipal voters of the Corporation of the Township of Springwater is not required in relation to renewing the natural gas franchise agreement.

3. An order cancelling the existing certificates of public convenience and necessity for former municipalities within the Township of Springwater and replacing them with a single certificate of public convenience and necessity for the amalgamated Township of Springwater.

THE ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD IS HOLDING A PUBLIC HEARING The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) will hold a public hearing to consider Enbridge Gas’ requests. At the end of this hearing, the OEB will decide whether to grant Enbridge Gas’ requests.

The OEB is an independent and impartial public agency. We make decisions that serve the public interest. Our goal is to promote a financially viable and efficient energy sector that provides you with reliable energy services at a reasonable cost.

CERTIFICATES OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY In order to distribute natural gas in Ontario, a person must comply with the requirements of the Municipal Franchises Act. This Act requires that a person that intends to distribute natural gas within a municipality must first receive approval from the OEB, in the form of a certificate of public convenience and necessity. Where the OEB has issued a certificate for an area but there is currently no natural gas distribution service, another person can apply for a certificate to serve that area.

BE INFORMED AND HAVE YOUR SAY You have the right to information regarding this application and to be involved in the process.

• You can review the application filed by Enbridge Gas on the OEB’s website now.

• You can file a letter with your comments, which will be considered during the hearing.

• You can become an active participant (called an intervenor). Apply by February 20, 2018 or the hearing will go ahead without you and you will not receive any further notice of the proceeding.

• At the end of the process, review the OEB’s decision and its reasons on our website.

The OEB does not intend to provide for an award of costs for this hearing.

LEARN MORE Our file number for this case is EB-2017-0342. To learn more about this hearing, find instructions on how to file letters or become an intervenor, or to access any document related to this case, please enter the file number EB-2017-0342 on the OEB website: www.oeb.ca/participate. You can also phone our Consumer Relations Centre at 1-877-632-2727 with any questions.

ORAL VS. WRITTEN HEARINGS There are two types of OEB hearings – oral and written. The OEB intends to proceed with this application by way of a written hearing. If you think an oral hearing is needed, you can write to the OEB to explain why by February 20, 2018.

PRIVACY If you write a letter of comment, your name and the content of your letter will be put on the public record and the OEB website. However, your personal telephone number, home address and email address will be removed. If you are a business, all your information will remain public. If you apply to become an intervenor, all information will be public.

This hearing will be held under sections 8(2), 9(3) and 9(4) of the Municipal Franchises Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.M.55

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Black History Month 2018 Every February, Canadians join together to celebrate Black History Month. The commemoration of Black History Month dates back to 1926, when Harvard-educated African American historian Carter G. Woodson proposed setting aside a time devoted to honouring the accomplishments of African Americans, and to heightening awareness of Black history in the United States. Celebrations of Black history began in Canada shortly thereafter.

During the early 1970s, the week became known as Black History Week. It was expanded into Black History Month in 1976. Black History Month is a time to learn more about Canadian history, the many important contributions of Black Canadians to the settlement, growth and development of Canada, and about the diversity of Black communities in Canada, and their importance to the history of this country. Each year, the Government of Canada chooses a theme to highlight during Black History Month. This year, that theme is Black Canadian Women: Stories of Strength, Courage and Vision.

To highlight one of these incredible stories, I would like to draw attention to the story of Viola Davis Desmond, an African-Canadian woman who was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Viola Desmond attended a movie theatre on November 8, 1946 while waiting for her car to be repaired. There, Viola refused to sit in the balcony, which was designated for Black patrons. Instead, Viola sat on the ground floor which was reserved for Whites only. She was forcibly removed and arrested.

Viola was found guilty of not paying the one-cent difference in tax for the balcony ticket and was sentenced to a $26 fine and 30 days in jail. Dissatisfied with the verdict, Viola fought her charges at the Supreme Court of Canada, where the conviction was upheld.

In 2010, the province of Nova Scotia granted an official apology and free pardon to Viola. The ceremony was presided over by Lieutenant-Governor Mayann Francis, the first Black person to serve as the Queen’s representative in Nova Scotia. Viola’s 83 year old sister accepted the pardon on her behalf.

It is the example of Canadians like Viola Desmond, who refused to accept injustice, that have helped to shape our diverse nation. Black History Month is an annual opportunity to learn more about Viola, and other Canadians, who define our values of fairness, inclusion and equality for all. During this important month, I encourage all Canadians to reflect upon, learn about, celebrate and remember the immeasurable contributions and legacy of all Black Canadians, past and present.

Germans started asking the groundhog about spring as an excuse to drink, eat and be merry. The Pennsylvania Dutch are actually from Germany, aka Deutschland.

The first celebrants of Groundhog Day were Pennsylvania Dutch who used the holiday as an excuse to get together and party. Feb. 2 is almost exactly halfway through winter, so what better time to gather together with your friends and neighbors to eat some good food, drink some good drink, and look ahead to the coming spring?

In the 1880s some friends in Punxsutawney, Penn., went into the woods on Candlemas Day to look for groundhogs. This outing became a tradition, and a local newspaper editor nicknamed the seekers "the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club." Starting in 1887 the search became an official event centered on a groundhog called Punxsutawney Phil. A ceremony still takes place every year.

Phil's official title is: Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators and Weather Prophet Extraordinary. Phil was given that name by Freas, the newspaper editor, in 1886 in a series of announcements in his newspaper, The Punxsutawney Spirit.

The average groundhog is 20 inches long and normally weighs from 12 to 15 pounds. Punxsutawney Phil weighs about 20 pounds and is 22 inches long.

Punxsutawney Phil, according to legend, is the original groundhog, as his life is extended another 7 years every summer and he swigs a gulp of his "groundhog nog" at an annual picnic at Gobbler's Knob.

Good advice is something a man gives when he is too old to set a bad example.

When in doubt, tell the truth. --Mark Twain In love, one and one are one. --Jean-Paul Sartre Nothing you can't spell will ever work. --Will Rogers Laziness is nothing more than the habit of resting before you get tired. --Jules Renard Creativity comes from trust. Trust your instincts.

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Mon: 9 am. Coffee Club and Art Group - 9:30 am Pool and 10 am Tiny Stitches The Place 300 Balm Beach Rd. Perkinsfield Mon: 10 to 11:30/7:30 to 9 p.m. Ladies Interdenominational Bible Study Willow Creek Church 2387 Gill Rd. 705-722-7582 Every Mon: 4:20/5:45 Drop in Yoga classes at the Villa Nursing Home Midland Yonge St. Donna Boudreau 795 427 0740 Mon: 1 p.m. Elmvale Community Hall, euchre/bid euchre Mon: 1 pm – 3 pm at the Penetanguishene Arena. Seniors shuffle board 245-7611 for info. Register at town hall.

Mon: 7 pm Midland District Railroad Club at Huronia Airport - basement of white building 705-526-3461 Mon: 7:30 Bingo at Bayshore Seniors Club Woodland Beach for the months of July and August. Everyone Welcome Mon: Euchre 7:30 p.m. RCL Barrie 2nd & 4th Monday: 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Simcoe County Embroidery Guild meet September until June at the Simcoe County Museum. 705-726-5820.

3rd Monday of the of month: North Simcoe Sirius Astronomers meets 7:00 pm Huronia Airport People of all ages with an interest in the night sky are invited. Peter Ridout 705-549-0913 Every Monday: MCC 8-10:30 FREE Midland Jams Plugged In 527 4420 www.midlandculturalcentre.com FB @Midland Jams Every Tues 9 a.m. – Barrie Golden K Kiwanis - group of retired men meets at St. Paul’s Anglican, Mapleview and Yonge St. http://kiwanisbarriegoldenk.ca/ Every Tues & Thurs year round 8:30-12 noon – Georgian Bay Heritage League meet in Perkinsfield behind Country Bath & Kitchen on Cty Rd 6. Join us to restore wooden boats built in this area. 705.526.5039. Facebook Georgian Bay Heritage League .

Tues: 9:30 am to 8:30 pm Woodcarver Shop at Wye March across from Martyr’s Shrine in dedicated shop with power tools and dust collectors. Feel free to come. 705 424 1999 2nd Tuesday each month 9:30 PROBUS (Professional Business) club consisting of people 55 plus meet at the Wasaga Stars arena for coffee, a business meeting and a guest speaker from 11-12 noon. Probus is a non fund-raising organization.

Tues: 9:30 Coffee Club - 12:30 Bid Euchre @ The Place Tues Coldwater Legion Euchre at 1:30, Cribbage and Fun Pool at 7 pm www.coldwaterlegion.com 705 686 3388 branch 270@ rogers.com 3rd Tuesday: Elmvale Legion 2-4 pm Veteran’s Drop In Day. Tues: 5:30 Ages 4-8 and 6:30 ages 9-14. Art Classes Creative Madness Art Studio 705 322 6588 Elmvale Tues: 5:30 Newcomer Services English Conversation Circle to improve language skills/meet new people, YMCA Midland 529 2518 First Tuesday: 6.30 – 8.30 PM Georgian Bay Coin and Stamp Club North Simcoe Sport/Recreation Centre. 705-534-3771 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month: Elmvale District Lions Club dinner and General Meeting, 7 pm at Lions Hall Flos Conc 7. New members welcome. 705-734-4350 Tues: 7 pm Bid Euchre Bayshore Seniors Club Woodland Beach.

1st Tues: 7 pm Elmvale Legion General Meeting 322 1042 Tues: 7:30 pm: Bid Euchre and darts Barrie Legion Wed: 9 am Coffee Club - 10 am Pool - 12:30 pm Games Afternoon 2nd Wed: 1:30 pm Camera Club Georgian Bay Swinging Seniors “The Place” 300 Balm Beach Road Every Wed morning 10 am Spirit Café for a time of fellowship and conversation. All welcome. St John’s United Church.

First Wed/Month: Regular meeting of the Georgian Bay Métis Council at 355 Cranston Cres. Midland 526-6335 Wed: CHAIR YOGA 10:00 - 11:00 am. Gentle exercises with soothing music. Georgian Shores Swinging Seniors 300 Balm Beach Road West 705 526 5074 Wed: 12-1:00 Lunch, $8 at Barrie Legion. 728-1412 Wed: 12:30 Euchre at Wasaga Beach United Church 361-2022 Every Wed: 1 pm Bridge at Bayshore Senior Citizens’ 2000 Tiny Beaches Rd S Woodland Beach Wed: 1- 3 pm at Brian Orser Hall Penetang Seniors shuffle board 549-7611 for info. Register at town hall.

Wed: 1 pm Royal Canadian Legion Elmvale District 262 Legion Seniors (55+). Table Shuffleboard and social.

Second Wed: 6.30 - 8.30 pm Georgian Bay Coin and Stamp Club Real Canadian Superstore, Wasaga Beach. Peter 534-3771 First Wed 7 - 9 PM Progressive Euchre: Join us for a fun filled evening at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 5 Noraline Ave. Midhurst Everyone is welcome!

Wed: 7 pm Euchre at Sunnidale Corners Hall!

2nd Wed: 7 pm LA General Meeting Elmvale Legion.

2nd and last Wed: 7 - 8:30 pm.- Wasaga Cancer Support group meetings open to all cancer survivors, caregivers and family members at Body‘n Balance Physiotherapy (705) 429 - 9619.

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Hillsdale Parks and Rec meet in the Community Centre. 8355240 Wed. 7:30 pm Fun darts at Coldwater Legion Wed: 7:30 pm Cribbage at Barrie Legion.

4th Wed: 7:30 pm Horticultural Society meets Elmvale Legion 4th Wed: 6:45 pm Monthly meeting of the Georgian Bay Quilting Guild (GBQG) monthly meeting at the Midland Public Library 533 4884 www.gbqg.ca Thurs: 9 am Coffee Club- 10-3 p.m. Tiny Stitchers, The Place Perkinsfield, 526-5074 3rd Thurs: Free Community Breakfast at All Saints Anglican Church Hall 1 Peel St. Penetanguishene 549 2223 3rd Thurs: 10 am - noon - The raging grannies meet at Woods Park retirement facility 110 Lillian Cres. in Barrie. 322-1575 4th Thurs: 1-3 Nottawasaga Bay Stroke Recovery meet at 135, 32nd St. Wasaga Beach Guests speakers 429-9571 Thurs: Shuffleboard at 1 pm at the Coldwater Legion Every Thurs: 1:30 pm Darts at Bayshore Senior Citizens’ 2000 Tiny Beaches Rd S Woodland Beach 4th Thurs: 1:30 pm Diabetes support group meets at the Health and Wellness Center at Penetang General Hospital 549-0881 4th Thurs: 3-5 pm Parkinson’s support group meetings at the Superstore Midland 526-9170.

Thurs: Darts at 7 pm at the Coldwater Legion 1st Thurs: 7 pm Midland District Camera Club at North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre, Midland, in Askennonia Seniors Club. Guests welcome. Speakers, refreshments. www. midlandcameraclub.com 2nd Thurs: each month Sept. to June 7 pm. Barrie-Thornton Fiddle Club at Thornton Banquet Hall above the arena. An evening of entertainment, dance, square dance. All welcome.

Lloyd Preston 722-8335 www.barriethorntonfiddleclub.com Third Thursday: 6.30– 8.30 PM Georgian Bay Coin and Stamp Club meets at the PrimeTime Club, 1724 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach. 705-534-3771 Thurs: 7 - 10 pm Good Vibes Coffeehouse at Mount St. Louis Road and 4th of Oro-Medonte Thurs: 7 pm Bid Euchre at the Georgian Shores Swinging Seniors Centre, 526-5074 Thurs: 7 pm - Elmvale Com Hall Euchre/Bid Euchre Lunch.

Last Thurs - Open Stage at Barrie Library 60 Worsley St. 6:307 sign up and entertainment till 9 pm arnie@barriefolk.com.

Fri: 9:30 a.m. Coffee Club - 9:30 Pool, 12:30 p.m. Bridge – Includes Coffee/Tea/Cookies Georgian Shores Swinging Seniors “The Place”, Perkinsfield, 705-526-5074 Every Friday 1:30 pm Shuffleboard at Bayshore Senior Citizens’ 2000 Tiny Beaches Rd. S Woodland Beach Fri: 5:30 pm WB Lions Bingo at RecPlex 429-3331 Fri: 6 pm Steak Darts at Coldwater Legion Fri.: 6 pm - Full course meals RCL Barrie $10 Reservations required, 728-4002 1st Fri of month: 7-8:30 pm “KID ZONE” Elmvale Presbyterian Church, 22 Queen St., E. Children J.K. to Grade 8 welcome.

Sat: 10-2 pm Farmers Market in Penetang at Le Cle at 63 Main S 2nd Saturday of every month: Jam from 11-1 pm at MCC Harmony Music Cafe 705-527-4420 Sat: 3 pm Meat Darts BBQ at Legion, Branch 147, Barrie, Sat: 3 pm Meat Darts. ARMY NAVY/AIR FORCE CLUB, 7 George Street, Barrie 728-8240 Sat: 5:00 Meat Darts Elmvale Legion. 322-1042 Welcome!

Sun: 9:45 am Knox Flos Presbyterian Church Services Sun: 10 am - St. John’s United Church welcomes you for worship. 27 Yonge St. S, Elmvale. www.unitedchurchelmvale.org Sun: 11 am Christian Science Society Church services at 159 Collier St. Barrie DAILY EVENTS - All on the website at www. springwaternews.ca with greater information.

Feb 8 5-7 pm Southern Georgian Bay Chamber Business After 5 at Carlson Wagon Lit Travel 249 King St. Midland Fri Feb 9 THE BILL DURST DUO TO PERFORM @ UTOPIA HALL: Dinner Buffet @ 7 pm with Concert to Follow @ 8396 6th Line, Utopia http://www.billdurst.com Fri Feb 9 8 pm Elmvale Community Hall Group Hug - a Sockhop Doowop Dance Party fund raiser for the Friends of Simcoe Forests infofriendsofsimcoeforest.com Feb 10 9-noon Save A Life CPR Training at Stayner Community Centre 269 Regina St. 705 735 6901 Feb 10 - Winter Carnival D’Hiver, 11 am – 2 pm, Perkinsfield Park Feb 10 - CLH Foundation – A Red Carpet Evening featuring David Usher (see poster attached) Sat, Feb 10 in Penetanguishene, Youth Auditions for Cinderella The Panto at the King’s Wharf on June 6 to 30 www. draytonenterainment.com/auditions Feb 10 3 pm Fundraiser Meatroll at the Coldwater Legion Feb 12 Marketing Mondays 7:30 am - 9 pm Midland Library www.nscfdc.on.ca Social Media Feb 12-22 Chinese New Year’s holiday Feb 12 - 7:30-9 am, NSCFDC “Marketing Mondays”, Midland Library Feb 12 - Township of Tiny Committee of the Whole and Regular Meeting of Council.

Feb 13 - County of Simcoe Committee of the Whole and Regular Meeting of Council Feb 13, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Skate and Sweets – The Friends of Simcoe County Museum present Skate and Sweets. Spend a sweet night with that special someone skating and indulging in delectable treats. museum.simcoe.ca Wed. Feb 14 3 pm at the corner of King & Huron St in Angus. If you love Ontario’s trees

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Feb 16, 7 to 9 PM Discovery Harbour 93 Jury Drive Penetanguishene Skate Trail and Frosty Winter Fun at Discovery Harbour! - 705-427-2965 mary. mandley@ontario.ca Feb 17 Jammin at the Legion 2:00 to 5:00 Everybody welcome www.coldwaterlegion.com 686 3388 branch270@rogers.com Feb 18: 8 pm Midland Cultural Centre ‘Call Mr. Robertson’ concert https://midlandculturalcentre.ticketfly.com Dec-Feb 19- Maclaren Art Center Vibrant Vistas: Barrie Art Cub Juried Exhibition Feb 19 1-4 Family Day Event in Midhurst at the Lions Park with fun for all ages tgcb@live,com Feb 20 8 pm Tickets at 705 325 2095 The Debaters Live at the Gordon Lightfoot Auditorium Orillia www.orilliaoperahouse.ca Feb 21 9-10:30 Starting a Business Workshop at North Simcoe CFDC 105 Fourth St. Midland 705 526 1371 x 113 Feb 21 General Meeting Coldwater Legion 6:30 Feb 21 7:30 pm History Speakers at Orillia Museum of Art & History 30 Peter Street South Orillia is having Rita Deverell speaking about The Future of the Mariposa Idea: A Black History Month Presentation.

Feb 22 7-9:30 at Brooklea Golf & Country Club Employer Breakfast with Bill 148 Fair Workplace & Better Jobs. FREE Register online at nscfdc.on.ca Thurs Feb 22 1 to 3 pm. The Simcoe County Quilters’ Guild will hold their monthly meeting at the Simcoe County Museum, Midhurst. Four members will demonstrate four different techniques in a round robin format.

Feb 22 Barrie Folk Society Annual General meeting 5:30 Barrie Public Library Feb 22 7:30 pm. Brett Kissel is coming to Georgian Theater 1 Georgian Drive Building C Feb 23 7 pm at The Ranch 56 Bayfield St Barrie the 2018 Battle of the Bands put on by the McLaren Art Centre Feb 23: 8 pm Midland Cultural Centre “Julley Lack’ concert https://midlandculturalcentre.ticketfly.com Sat Feb 24 1-5 PM, St Paul’s Anglican Church, 5 Noraline Avenue, Midhurst will be presenting a Ukrainian Easter Egg Creative fun ages 12 through adult. Colleen 705 812 0116 Feb 24 Live Music with “Been There, Done That” at the Coldwater Legion 705 888 5879 Feb 24 - Midland Cultural Centre Spelling Bee. Feb 24- 8 pm Indie Series Tickets at PetersPlayers.com Feb 27 Live music in the Coldwater Legion Clubroom with

Hillsdale Highlights Alissa Shanahan

• Family Day Skate: Due to the instability of the weather, timing, and lack of volunteers, the Hall Board will not be hosting an official Family Day skate this year. However, people are still welcome to skate at the rink anytime! Since Family Day is a holiday, please be reminded that there will be no hockey allowed between 2:00-4:00pm to allow skaters time to use the ice without the risk of being hit with a puck. Thank you for your understanding.

• Community Rink: It has been incredible to see so many people using the rink! Thank you to the great group of people who are flooding the rink late at night for the rest of the community to enjoy. Seeing the photos and videos of little ones learning how to skate on our very own rink has been incredible! That is exactly what the rink is intended for, and why the rink boards were put in. Just a reminder that we do have skating only times (as in, no hockey). They are 5:00-7:00pm every MondayFriday, and from 2:00-4:00pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and Statutory holidays. Thank you for respecting these guidelines.

• Hall and Rec Board: The Hall Board meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at the hall at 7:00pm. These meetings are fun and open to anybody! We are just a group of people who live in and care about Hillsdale, that come together once a month to talk about what we can do to move our community forward. The next meeting is Wednesday, February 28th. The Annual General Meeting takes place at the April meeting (this year it is Wednesday, April 25th) where a new council is voted in. Come out to have your input heard about our community, and get involved as much (or as little!) as you wish!

• Craft ‘N Chatter: Do you have a craft you love to do?

Come to the community hall for the Hillsdale Monthly Craft ‘n Chatter on Thursday, February 22nd from 6:30 – 8:30pm with your current project! Get inspired by others and enjoy socializing with friends and neighbours.

The “Hillsdale Highlights” is a community news update, so please feel free to contact me at alissa.shanahan@ hotmail.ca with any information you would like the community to know about! Follow the official Hillsdale Hall and Rec Board on Facebook for details about upcoming events and social gatherings at “Hillsdale Community Group.”

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Sister of Madeline (the late Orval) Edwards, Clair (Jan) Whetham, the late Lloyd (and his wife Phyllis) Whetham, the late Ross (and his wife Irene) Whetham and the late Arlington and Elma Whetham.

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Application to remove millions of litres a day prompts calls for Tiny council to defend “purest” water

Simcoe County recognized for $1 million donation

By Kate Harries AWARE News Network Tiny Township residents as well as members of council expressed concerns Monday about an application by CRH Canada Group Ltd. for a renewal of a permit to take water at its Waverley Teedon Pit. Councillors requested a report from their engineering consultants J. J. Burnside and deferred any action on the application until their next meetings on Monday February 12.

The application is posted on the EBR Registry (#0132282); the deadline for public comment is February 22.

CRH, which operates the pit through its division Dufferin Aggregates, seeks a 10-year licence to take 1.6 million litres a day from a well, and another 5.2 million litres from a pond, 210 days a year.

In submissions to committee of the whole on Monday January 29 2017, area residents and representatives of the Friends of the Waverley Uplands and the Federation of Tiny Township Shoreline Associations (FOTTSA) urged council to oppose granting the permit.

Participating in the cheque presentation, from left to right, are Deputy Mayor John O’Donnell, Township of Ramara; Many referred to the studies by Bill Shotyk, Bocock chair Simcoe County Warden Gerry Marshall; Dr. Moira McPherson, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor at Lakehead of Agriculture and the Environment at the University of University, Mayor Harry Hughes, Township of Oro Medonte; Dr. Dean Jobin-Bevans, Principal, Lakehead Orillia; Alberta, who has tested the area’s water for over 25 years Deputy Mayor Anita Dubeau, Town of Penetanguishene; Mayor George Cornell, Township of Tiny; and Deputy Mayor and found that it’s cleaner than 5,000-year-old Arctic ice David Ritchie, Township of Tay. cores.

Warden Gerry Marshall and members of Simcoe County concluded that the University’s impact on the County of “This is a huge issue,” said FOTTSA representative Kate Council presented Lakehead University with a $1 million Simcoe is approximately $80 million to $95 million.

Dewey. “This is the purest water that’s ever been tested on cheque on Wednesday to support growth and access to “Lakehead University has been the regions university for this planet. That’s awesome! That’s what we’re drinking learning opportunities for students in the region. over a decade, and we particularly appreciate the County’s here. What a blessing!”

The donation is part of the County of Simcoe’s annual consistent, generous, and exceptional support.”

Dewey noted that the cottager groups were among the pledge to improve access to postsecondary education Dr. McPherson, along with Lakehead Orillia Principal many who successfully opposed Dump Site 41 because of across the region. Today’s announcement brings the Dr. Dean Jobin-Bevans, reported to the County’s Council concern about the impact on the aquifer below, which also County of Simcoe’s total contributions to Lakehead to members and guests how their investment has supported underlies the Teedon Pit. approximately $7.5 million since 2009.

Lakehead’s growth. The positive impacts have included “There is a strong argument for asking the minister Providing residents with access to higher education, the impressive growth of students enrolled at the campus of natural resources and forestry to give the aquifer training and skills development is the reason why the — from just over 100 students in 2006 to over 1,400 environmental protection,” she said. “We urge council to County continues to invest in the University. today; growth of academic programs, including those in vigorously oppose the renewal of the permit to take water “County Council understands the vital role our region’s partnership with Georgian College; as well as international for use in the Teedon Pit and that it explore all avenues for post-secondary educational facilities will play for student growth, and the expansion of research activities. taking a stand on this issue,” generations to come,” said Warden Marshall. Graduates Grace Runciman, a fourth-year Environmental The request was echoed by a group representing those end up living and working in the region, contributing to Sustainability Studies student, recalled her journey of living next to the pit. “Friends of the Waverley Uplands the sustainability of our communities. personal growth during the ceremony and thanked the object to any further extension of the water-taking permit Lakehead University Interim President and Vice- County of Simcoe for its support on behalf of the student on the Teedon Pit,” said Pete Anderson, noting that “the Chancellor Dr. Moira McPherson said that the impact of body. gold standard of water … flows from French’s Hill.” the County’s contributions over the years has served as a “It is hard to know exactly what it was that turned on Bonnie Pauze drew council’s attention to a critical 2007 value-added investment in the region. my confidence and helped me begin on this path, but I report by Doug Jagger on the original permit to take water, “Today’s gift furthers Simcoe County’s growth — growth know for sure that being here at Lakehead has provided applied for by then owner Beamish Construction. in the success of our teaching, community service, and me with the best start I could ask for,” she said. “Thank Jagger, whose firm Jagger Hims was Simcoe County’s research activities, as well as increased economic impacts,” you to the professors and staff of Lakehead University and hydrogeological consultant at the time, found that she said, citing a recent Economic Impact Study conducted the County of Simcoe for giving me the best education Beamish’s report failed to address long-term changes by Lakehead’s Faculty of Business Administration, which experience I could have asked for.” to the water budget related to global warming. These changes could reduce groundwater levels which in turn would affect the catchment area, Jagger wrote, recommending a cumulative impact assessment.

Jagger also noted that the source of water for the underlying aquifer is principally in the upland area and suggested the County of Simcoe consider establishing the lands in the vicinity of Waverley as a groundwater protection zone.

“I know you weren’t on council, and one council can blame another council… but let’s have some vision!” Pauze urged. “What about this cumulative impact assessment? It’s been 10 years, we spend money on a lot To Clients of Gary French, Barrister & Solicitor of things.” And, she added: “ I hope we have the courage for the future of this township. This council needs to think, do you want to be remembered for the guys who ruined the water, or the guys who saved the water?”

Members of council were supportive.

Gary French, Barrister & Solicitor, has planning and development, tax law, Mayor George Cornell reported that County Warden Gerry Marshall, following his attendance at the November 2017 Water Walk, had convened closed his law office due to his retirement immigration and securities law. DSF offers a meeting of the mayors of Tiny, Tay, Springwater and Oro-Medonte to from practice. Following the usual high quality, cost effective legal services at discuss the situation.

They are waiting for further input from the public, Cornell said, but hope practice, he has transferred the wills and economical rates. to meet with Nathalie Des Rosiers, the new minister of natural resources powers of attorney which he was holding and forestry, at the February 25-28 Ontario Good Roads Association conference. on behalf of clients to Devry Smith Frank DSF has three offices to serve you – Barrie, Cornell said noted he’s “disappointed” to hear that Dufferin hasn’t worked LLP (“DSF”) at 85 Bayfield Street, Suite Toronto (Don Mills) and Whitby . All with the community on well-monitoring. He added that he’s “perplexed” that the community liaison committee has not met, “yet we see an 300, Barrie, Ontario L4M 3A7. offices are easily accessible by car or public application coming forward to extend the (permit) to take water. I find that transit and there is ample free parking a little disconcerting.”

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This newly renovated 2 bedroom upper level apartment at 20 Young St. S is for rent. It includes a private washer and dryer, A/C and private entrance. $1300.00 a month Utilities included First and last month’s rent required, available March 1st.

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Ruth Ann Caston 527-5274 Happy birthday wishes go out to Vanessa Hansford, Up to 60 Tables & 500 Chairs for Rent Diane Sickinger, Rob Wakelin, Betty Hall, Eric & Jeff Property of the Elmvale Fall Fair - Rob 790-1772 Moreau, Debbie & Dave Bertram and Isabel Moreau celebrating birthdays in January. Early February birthday Elmvale Community Hall - capacity 220 for great wishes go out to Sheila Cason, Mandy Stott, Michelle dances, beautiful weddings and other super events.

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Winners from January 26th were: 1st Irma Archer, 2nd Lilian Weddings, Anniversary Parties, & Birthdays Robinson and 3rd Ken Dawe. Winners from February 2nd Orr Lake Golf Club is now renting out its hall for were: 1st Mable Woolhead, 2nd Irma Archer and 3rd Mary weddings, anniversary parties & birthdays. Seating for up Reynolds. All welcome. to 175 people. Dancing for up to 200 people. Basic setup, Tuesday Feb. 13th is the pancake supper from 5-7 cleanup, in-stock utensils/dishes/linens, and bartender p.m. in the church basement. Tickets are $8 for adults & $6 included in rental fee. Catering done fresh in house. for children and seniors. Come and enjoy Shrove Tuesday.

Call 705-322-1664, email: info@orrlakegolfclub.ca. c Wed. Feb. 14th is Ash Wednesday Service at 7 p.m.

Web Site: www.orrlakegolfclub.com Feb. 20th Trustees Meeting at 7 p.m. in the church Snowshoeing by Lamplight at the Simcoe basement. th County Museum Tuesday evenings in Friday Feb. 16 is the next Youth Group Meeting in the church basement.

February from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Saturday Feb. 10th, is the Tiny Township Carnival, Enjoy an evening of snowshoeing at the Simcoe County 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free pancakes from 12 noon-1 p.m. Lots Museum every Tuesday night throughout February. of activities. Come join at the Perkinsfield Park.

Travel through our beautiful grounds lit by lamplight, and experience the stillness of a winter’s night. No registration Huronia Film Series is required and snowshoe rentals are included through the Thursday, February 15, 2018 @ 4:30 & 7:30 admission by donation process.

CALL ME BY YOUR NAME Bring your skates and make it an evening of outdoor ***Because Valentine’s Day falls on a Wednesday and Cineplex needs all their theatres for this heavy date winter exercise as the Simcoe County Museum’s new night, we will be showing our film on a Thursday night, Skate Trail is open until 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday.

Museum activities are weather and grounds conditions this week only.*** Cast: Armie Hammer, Michael Stuhlbarg, Timothée permitting. The Simcoe County Museum is located at 1151 Highway 26, just minutes north of Barrie. For more Chalamet Runtime: 130 min. information, visit the Museum’s website at museum.

Language: English, Italian, French, German It's the summer of 1983, in the north of Italy, and Elio simcoe.ca or call 705-7283721 Perlman, a 17-year-old American-Italian boy spends his 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 days in his family's 17th century villa lazily transcribing B I D P I G C A B music and flirting with his friend Marzia. One day Oliver, 10 11 12 a charming, 24-year-old American scholar working on his E R A P I N E O R E doctorate arrives as the annual summer intern tasked with 13 14 15 D O T I N S T A N C E helping Elio's father with his research. Amidst the sun16 17 18 drenched splendor of this sensual setting, Elio and Oliver S N A K E I S N T discover the heady beauty of awakening desire over the 19 20 21 22 23 course of a summer that will alter their lives forever.

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24 25 26 27 Wednesday, February 21, 2018 @ 4:30 & 7:30 L O U D E S T O W E THE FLORIDA PROJECT 28 29 30 31 Cast: Willem Dafoe, Brooklyn Prince, Bria Vinaite I N N T E M P L E S Runtime: 111 min.

32 33 34 Set over one summer, the film follows precocious 6-yearD E A R I D E A old Moonee as she courts mischief and adventure with 35 36 37 38 39 40 W O R M T Y P E S her ragtag playmates and bonds with her rebellious but 41 42 43 44 caring mother, all while living in the shadows of Disney G R A D U A T E A C T World. The film offers a colourfully empathetic look at 45 46 47 an underrepresented part of the population that proves O A R S T A R S H E absorbing even as it raises sobering questions about 48 49 50 D Y E T E N T O P modern America.

The Elmvale & District Food Bank would like to thank our generous and supportive community for helping us provide Hampers for families at Christmastime. We serve the village of Elmvale, all of Springwater Township, as well as Wyevale, Hillsdale, Craighurst, Waverley, Wyebridge and rural areas between. Thanks to superb donations of food, money, household items, toys and knitwear we were able to prepare 60 family hampers for 41 men, 52 women, 78 children and 50 pets.

This would not have been possible without the support of local businesses, churches, schools, service clubs, the Township of Springwater, the County of Simcoe, Elmvale and Hillsdale Firefighters, the Masonic Lodge, Simcoe County Paramedics, Junior Farmers, Huronia West OPP, Focus Elmvale, the BIA , libraries, the communities of Anten Mills and Minesing and countless hardworking volunteers. We sincerely thank you all.

The food bank is open on Wednesdays from 4 to 6pm and Thursdays from 10am to 12noon. We welcome clients in a friendly and supportive environment. We offer a wide range of foods reflecting recommendations of the Canada Food Guide. Simple evidence of income and expenditures is asked. We try to meet a wide variety of community needs with special attention to seniors, shut-ins and families with young children. For more information call John at 705322-2657.

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Why do we use the expression tie the knot when speaking about people getting married?

One opinion is that the expression came from Roman times, when the bride wore a girdle that was tied in knots, and which the groom then had the fun of untying.

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Springwater News • February 8, 2018 • Edition 514 • E-mail: springwaternews@rogers.com • www.springwaternews.ca

McLean vs French: audit committee costs close to $200,000 By Kate Harries AWARE News Network men have paid their own legal The expense issue was a matter of concern The cost to taxpayers of a committee advisors. McLean has hired for the courts a year ago, when Justice investigation of the election campaign prominent Toronto lawyer Kiteley noted the cost to taxpayers and expenses of Springwater Mayor Bill Jack Siegel, who charged urged all the parties to consider a judicial French comes close $200,000, a summary $600 an hour in a recent case settlement conference with Associate obtained under Freedom of Information involving Brampton Mayor Chief Justice Frank Marrocco. French legislation reveals.

Linda Jeffrey; French’s was willing to compromise, his lawyer There’s more to come, as the committee lawyer Renatta Austin has a told a judicial review panel December 18 gears up for a second audit of French’s practice oriented to providing 2017. Lawyers won’t say what happened expenses, two and a half years after Dan access to justice. as settlement discussions are secret, but the McLean, the defeated deputy mayoralty And, both men have answer may lie with Barlow and McLarty, candidate in the 2014 election, applied for court costs. along with their adviser Johnson. a review of French’s expenses.

Springwater compliance audit committee members Colin incurred The compliance audit committee’s minutes McLarty, George Wodoslawsky and Robert Barlow leave the McLean’s $15,000 (plus Wodoslawsky was present at the show that one member, George Wodoslawsky, township administration centre after meeting last month. $1,500 to French) in the committee’s most recent meeting on was absent for half of the meetings in the Grant Thornton matter, and Thursday January 25 2018. He, Barlow last two years. He did not attend four out of 2015 by Melanie Dugard of the firm Grant last month, a judicial review panel ordered and McLarty met with Johnson behind six crucial meetings in 2017, when judicial Thornton, cost $12,860. The committee French to pay McLean $15,000. closed doors in Springwater council review applications by McLean and French refused to consider it These figures are in stark contrast to the chambers, excluding the public for all but Expenses for the committee members over amounts in contention: French declared a few minutes, coming out of in-camera were the only topic on the agenda. the past two and half years total $3,360 in expenditures that came in $5,000 under only to adjourn. They refused to answer That means that the burden of this costly remuneration, and $1,228 in mileage decision-making was left to just two men: his $20,000-odd limit, and the first questions or provide comment on where The total comes to $208, 671, according audit identified $1,175 in apparent non- matters stand. the chair, Robert Barlow, and a third to figures released by the township. member, Colin McLarty. compliances.

But as no motion was passed in open However, in January 2017, Madam Legal fees The compliance audit committee was session, it seems the committee has yet So far, $112,411 has been paid by the Justice Frances Kiteley found against part jointly appointed in July 2014 by Oro- to make a decision on the second audit of township to the lawyer retained by the of McLean’s judicial review application, a Medonte and Springwater councils, then French’s expenses. It has another meeting committee, Jody Johnson, of the Toronto firm claim against Grant Thornton, and awarded headed by Harry Hughes (acclaimed in set for 9-10 am, February 27 2018 at the Aird Baylis. Johnson attended all of the 12 costs of $15,000. The award was paid to October 2014) and Linda Collins (defeated Springwater administration centre. the township, which was contractually by French). meetings the committee held in 2016-2017.

Siegel demand Another $78,812, has been paid to Howard obligated to defend the firm, and had Elston Its members are Barlow, an Orillia lawyer Johnson was hired after Siegel, acting for Elston, the lawyer acting for the township, acting on its behalf. and Q.C.; Wodoslawsky, a management McLean, demanded that township lawyer Minus the costs award, the grand total consultant and chair of the Oro-Medonte Elston be removed as the committee’s counsel. bringing Springwater’s legal costs in this in compliance audit costs paid by the Chamber of Commerce; and McLarty, matter to a total of $191,223..

In a November 18 2015 letter to then The audit itself, carried out in September township so far comes to $193, 671.

CPA, CMA, also a management consultant. township clerk John Daly, Siegel noted That does not include monies that the two that French was challenging the committee’s decision and insisted on the need for the committee to have its own lawyer.

“I would put it to both the committee, and to yourself, Mr. Daly, that the committee must have access to its own legal representation, retained by it, and not the township, and further, that the township is obliged to provide all necessary funding,” Siegel wrote, adding that he intended to take legal action if Elston continued to act for the committee.

This followed an October, 2015 refusal by the committee to accept an audit completed by Melanie Dugard of Grant Thornton, a firm it had retained following a public hearing in July, 2015.

French applied for a judicial review of the committee’s refusal, citing unreasonableness and lack of jurisdiction. In a decision released last month, Madam Justice Anne Molloy, writing on behalf of a threejudge panel, ruled against him.

The Grant Thornton audit carried out by Dugard found five instances of apparent non-compliance with the Municipal Elections Act that Molloy summed up as “two instances of irregularities that affected nothing of substance, and three expenses not reported, which totalled $1,175 plus HST. The addition of those expenses did not put Mr. French above the spending limit for his campaign.”

The expenses in question were: -Ten hours of website maintenance worth an estimated $500 were not included on Form 4.

-A web hosting expense of $300 was not recorded on Form 4.

-300 H-stakes were loaned to the campaign. Their replacement value of $375 was not recorded on Form 4.

French reported expenses of $15,298.75. His campaign spending limit was $20,363.90. In a written submission to the committee in October 2015, French acknowledged inadvertent error in three instances identified by the audit, and disputed the findings in relation to the web hosting and the H-stakes.

Kate Harries is a member of the board of AWARE Simcoe, which endorsed French’s candidacy for mayor in 2014. She can be reached at aware.simcoe@gmail.com.

Links to more information can be found at the end of this article on www.aware-simcoe.ca.