April 20, 2012 by The Creemore Echo

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Friday, April 20, 2012 Vol. 12 No. 16

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BUDGET TRIMMED AGAIN Increase now sits at 4.11 per cent heading into final Council meeting by Brad Holden A diminished team of Clearview Council members took another look at the 2012 budget Monday afternoon, reaching an uneasy consensus on a slightly smaller tax increase that will be debated once more and possibly passed at their April 30 meeting. While there was much talk of “efficiencies” and some movement toward developing a method of finding them in the future, the net tax increase was whittled down by just a little less than half a percent – from 4.5 per cent to 4.11 per cent. To achieve this, $55,670 was removed from this year’s budget, with $28,930 being deferred until next year. Among the cuts was a deferral of $30,000 to replace the Gowan Park pavilion until 2013, although Council

agreed to spend $5,000 on the existing structure this year to address ongoing health and safety concerns. There was also a decision to withhold $15,000 each from two reserve accounts – the Winter Standby account and the Winter Plowing accounts – reflecting that this past winter was a light one and gambling that next November and December will also be kind. The budget had included $20,000 for job recruitment advertising to help replace the Township clerk and director of public works, both of whom will be retiring in the spring of 2013. That amount was cut in half on Monday, with $10,000 now set aside for that purpose. Several small changes were made to the Clearview Fire Department’s budget, with $3,300 in extrication equipment purchases deferred until 2013, extrication practice reduced by $3,000 this year and fire prevention efforts reduced by $5,000. (See “Treasury” on page 3)

Wpd/Beattie legal action grows by Brad Holden John and Sylvia Wiggins no longer stand alone in their legal battle against wpd Canada and members of the Beattie family who are under contract to host wpd’s industrial wind turbines should the Fairview Wind Farm, proposed in the vicinity of County Road 91 and Fairgrounds Road, be approved. An announcement was made late last week that, after multiple meetings with Eric Gillespie, the lawyer for the Wiggins in their inital lawsuit filed in January, 20 additional neighbours of the project have now become participants in two seperate actions. The first group, comprised of 15 landowners, are now also plaintiffs in the Wiggins action, brought against wpd Canada and Beattie Bros. Ltd., who intend to host six turbines on lands north of County Road 91. In addition, a second action has now

been started to the south of County Road 91, where five landowners have brought action against wpd Canada and another Beattie family, Ed Beattie & Son Ltd., who intend to host two turbines on their property. Both claims are for alleged property devaluation and loss of use and enjoyment of the plaintiffs’ lands. “All of these landowners near the proposed wind turbine development are clearly upset that 50-storey turbines are being foisted on them arbitrarily,” said John Wiggins in a press release issued at the time of the announcement. “These groups are establishing a model that other groups across Ontario will now be able to follow – a snowball effect that wind companies, landowners and the Ontario government should take note of.” The total value of the two claims now exceeds $17 million.

GET GROWING The Creemore Horticultural Society was working in the

Horticultural Park on Monday, prepping the gardens for summer and splitting plants for their annual plant sale. Here, David Bruce Johnson displays the correct technique for splitting plants. For those in the gardening mood, be sure to visit the Creemore Home and Garden Show at the Creemore Arena this Saturday and Sunday. For more information,see page 3.

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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, April 20, 2012

Community Calendar

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This Weekend Saturday, April 21

• Mad & Noisy Gallery Art Show Continues for exhibition “Conveyed: Visual Interactions Between Art and Text ”. Show runs to April 30.705466-5555 info@madandnoisy.com. • Know-it-all-Ball at the Duntroon Hall Trivia Night. 6 pm social hour, 7 pm questions start. 9025 County Road 91, 705-445-9550 Come with a group or as a single brainiac. Tables of 8. Bring your own munchies. $10/head.

Magazine will be sponsoring this year’s seminar stage that will bring you many professional and noteworthy speakers. This year’s show will also be bringing back the Garden Display Competition so if you want to see artistry at work be sure to check out the amazing talents of the local Landscape Artists. Your children will have plenty to keep them occupied throughout the weekend as well. Check out this year’s Big Backyard Giveaway with over $3500 in prizes!

• Creemore Home & Garden Show. This year’s show will feature many of the top landscapers and greenhouses in our area, as well as many other companies that provide great services. Our Homes

• Church Services on page 5. • Creemore Legion Breakfast from 8:30 to 11 am. A Belgian waffle with fruit, syrup & whipped cream

Thursday, April 26

Saturday, April 28

Saturday, April 21 & Sunday, April 22

• Hummingbird Montessori is hosting an information night in St. Andrews parish hall from 4 to 6 pm. Come meet our teachers, visit our classroom and see how we can help your child discover that learning is fun! Visit our website for more details www.hummingbirdmontessori.ca.

Friday, April 27

• Toonie Lunch at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 22 Caroline Street West from 11:30 am to 1 pm. Come enjoy some homemade soup. • A Free AED Training Session for the automated external defibrillator (AED) in the Station on the Green conducted by Simcoe County Paramedics from 1 to 5:30 pm at the Station on the Green. Limited to 15 participants. To register, please email Bill Crysdale at wscrysdale@gmail.com. • 2nd Annual High Tea at Affairs. 2 seatings from 2:30 to 4 pm and 4:30 to 6 pm. $14.95 plus tax. Reserve at Affairs or call 705-466-5621.

Friday, April 27 to Saturday, May 5

• Nottawa Scrap Metal Fundraiser. Mid West Metals if providing a bin located at the Nottawa Memorial Community Centre. Fundraiser is for the improvements to the Nottawa Hall. Collecting aluminum products, ie blinds, foil, siding, window, appliances, bbqs, batteries, lawn chairs, pop cans, rims, etc. Will pick up old vehicles also. Just arrange a pick up. Please nowood or plastic material. Call 705-445-6032 or www. midwestmetals.ca for more information.

Sunday, April 22 – Earth Day

Upcoming Events • 25th Annual Fisherman’s Breakfast and Bake Sale at Dunedin Village Hall from 7 to 11 am. The event has been marking the opening of fishing season for 25 years, and attracts hundreds for its great home cooked breakfast and spectacular baked goods. • Fisherman’s Breakfast and Bake Sale at Nottawa Community Hall from 7 to 11 am. 50/50 Draw to be drawn at noon. All proceeds to finishing the improvements on the kitchen. • Ham & Scalloped Potato Supper & Concert at Knox Presbyterian Church, 160 King Street South, Alliston at 6 pm. The concert featuring “The Torchmen”, a Christian male quartet will begin at 7:15 pm. Tickets for dinner and concert: Adults $20, children 5-12 yrs. $7, preschoolers free. Concert tickets only: Adults $10. Call Jean Hood at 705-435-5975.

Sunday, April 29

• Third Annual “Bowls for Beds” Event in support of Home Horizon Transitional Support Program from noon to 3 pm at Toronto Ski Club. $25. For tickets contact Home Horizon at 705-445-5478. Prior to the event, local school children learn about homelessness and then, with the help of local artisans, create uniquely painted soup bowls. These bowls are sold to people who come to the event where they sample delicious soups prepared by local chefs. Co-sponsored by Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage and Meridian Credit Union.

Wednesday, May 2

• Mad & Noisy Quilters’Annual Dessert Tea at Station on the Green at 7:30 pm. Guest Speaker: Tracey Lawko. $5 admission. Lots of great desserts. Lucky draws. Come join us for a tea party!

Saturday, May 5

• Annual Scrap Metal Day & Bottle Drive hosted by Creemore Skating Club. Please place your scrap metal, appliances, BBQs, pots and pans, electronics or other metal items, as well as liquor and beer bottles by the curb at 8 am. Special pickups will be made in New Lowell, Glencairn, Dunedin, Lisle and areas outside of Creemore if you call Julie Bigham (705) 424-0626 to arrange a special pickup. • Annual Fish Fry from 4:30 to 7 pm at Centennial United Church, Stayner. (corner of William & Oak St) Adults $12.50, children 6-12 $6, under 6 free. Entertainment while you wait! Come and bring family and friends! Delicious fish fillets cooked by Tom Howell right at the Church. A fundraiser to aid the Church’s work.

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or two eggs any way you want, bacon or sausage, home fries, toast, juice, coffee or tea all for $5. (Sorry we put it under the wrong date last week!) • “The View from Here” Art Show & Sale,11 am to 5 pm at the Honeywood Arena, 706114 Cty Road 21. Visit with the Artists Against the Mega-Quarry and show your support for local food and water. • Gift of Music Concert: A Musical Journey Around the World with Mathew Walton (piano) and Peter Crouch (trumpet) at 3 pm at St. Luke’s Anglican Church. Tickets $15 at Curiosity House, Creemore Echo or at the door.

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Sunday, May 6

• Spring Concert at St. John`s United Church at 7 pm. Hear the Ontario Presbyterian Chorus present the Gospel through the singing of the Psalms, Gospel songs & other music. Admission by donation. 192 Mill Street. • First Annual Woodcarving and Woodworking Expo at Honeywood Arena from 1 to 4 pm, admission by donation. Demonstrations, used tools, crafters’ marketplace. For more information or to participate contact Darren White at 519-217-3941 or dwhite@melancthontownship.ca. Sponsored by the North Dufferin Recreation & Community Centre Committee supporting our Arena and community.

Saturday, May 26

• Dunedin Annual Plant & Bake & Garage Sale at Dunedin Hall starting at 8 am until the plants are gone. Donation of empty pots, plants & yard sale items are greatly appreciated. Drop off or pick up by contacting 705-466-3690.

Saturday, June 9 to Saturday, June 23

• Orangeville Music Theatre presents The Wizard of OZ – June 9,15,16,21,22,23 (8 pm) June 10,16,17,23 (2 pm) at the Orangeville Town Hall Opera House at 87 Broadway, Orangeville. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office: 519-942-3423 or online at www. orangevillemusictheatre.com. Tickets $20, children under 12 $15 (Plus Box Office Fee).

Monday, June 18

• The Creemore Horticultural Society Road Trip to the Royal Botanical Gardens in Hamilton. Bring a picnic to eat on the grounds or sit and relax at their cafe or snack bar. $35 per person includes the entrance fee. Rain or shine. We will meet at the Station on the Green at 8 am and return around 6 pm. So, if this sounds like something you would like to do, call Isobel McDougall at 705-466- 2597 for more details. Seats will be reserved only when we receive your $35 and there will be no cancellations after June 12.

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Treasury will bring 4.11 % net increase to final budget debate (Continued from page 1) Council members also decided to remove an increase in their remuneration, despite the fact that they’ve received no raise in pay for six years. The proposed yearly increase of $4,370 (spread over seven Councillors, the Mayor and Deputy Mayor) was removed from the 2012, 2013 and 2014 budgets. In a move that added to the budget but will perhaps bring savings in the future, the organizational study that was removed earlier this spring was reinserted, but at a cost of $25,000 rather than the $40,000 which had been earlier budgeted. The adjustment in price came from Councillor Brent Preston, who has a background in management consulting. During the debate on

whether or not it should be reinserted, Councillor Thom Paterson stressed his view that Council should have a role to play in the drafting of the study’s terms of reference, in order to make sure that whatever consultant is chosen to do the work understands that the Township is looking for advice on how to operate more efficiently. Throughout the afternoon, Councillor Paterson aggressively pursued several other ways of bringing the increase down, including the introduction of a hiring freeze until after the organizational study, deferring a five-year review of the Roads Needs Study that the public works department uses to determine when and where to do roadwork, and reducing some IT

expenditures on new computers. All of them received pushback from staff, however, and little buy-in from his fellow Councillors. Towards the end of the meeting, Paterson also mentioned the possibility of some type of relief policy that could shelter low-income seniors and persons with disabilities from annual increases to taxes and water and sewer fees. That idea was left to future debate. Township treasurer Edward Henley has now been instructed to work the new numbers up for presentation to Council on April 30. However, when Henley asked whether he should prepare the final budget bylaw, he was told to leave things open for more changes that might come from a final debate that night.

Council to debate establishment of a budget/finance committee by Brad Holden Possibly because Council members had just spent all afternoon at the final budget workshop, the Township’s finances were at the top of everyone’s mind at Monday evening’s Council meeting. Most interesting was a notice of motion put forth by Councillor Thom Paterson, indicating that he will bring the concept of a new budget/finance committee to Council for debate at its April 30 meeting. According to Paterson’s proposal, the committee would be comprised of members of Council, Township staff and representation from the community. It would be a standing committee of Council, open to the public, meeting monthly and reporting to Council on a regular basis. The committee would act on behalf of Council to provide advice and oversight on matters related to the annual budget process as well as the multi-year financial outlook of the Township. Roles would include working closely with the Township management team to recommend annual pre-budget departmental estimates, the setting of realistic revenue projections, an overview of the economic state of the Township, the prioritization of planned capital and operating projects, the

establishing of necessary contingency funding policies and the reviewing and advising on current and planned levels of service. Responsibilities would include, but not necessarily be limited to, developing budget policies and processes, regularly monitoring and reporting on actual spending to budget, consulting with the public to obtain feedback on the type and level of services received and requested, as well as providing information on the associated costs of providing these services. As a precursor to the annual budget review process, the committee would prepare a preliminary list of tax-funded programs in consultation with the management team as well as their expected impact on the tax levy. In accepting the notice of motion, Councillor Shawn Davidson wondered how members would be chosen from the public, as well as how much extra staff work would be required. Paterson said he had not considered a method for selecting public members, but said that if that was to be a stumbling block, he’d be happy for the committee to not include members of the public but to call on them for advice when needed. Earlier in the meeting, Council accepted the new four-year negotiated contract for its unionized

Home & Garden Show this weekend

The Creemore “Get Growing” Home & Garden Show returns to the Creemore Arena this Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22. This year’s show will feature many of the top landscapers and greenhouses in our area, as well as many other companies that provide services such as heating and cooling, home décor, windows, and so much more. Our Homes Magazine will sponsor this year’s seminar stage, hosting speakers such as Karen and Ron Charron from Yesterday’s Garden, Theresa Matamoros from Garden Holistics, and many more. This year’s show will also bring back the Garden Display Competition, so if you want to see artistry at work, be sure to check out the amazing talents of local landscape artists such as Triple J Tree Farm and HACKStONe Landscape & Masonry when they try to win your vote for this year’s People’s Choice Award.

Children will have plenty to keep them occupied, be it face-painting, tree planting, or many other activities provided by Free Spirit Gardens. And as always, passports will be available the Big Backyard Giveaway, which is bigger than ever this year with approximately $5,800 in prizes to be won. All proceeds from the passports will be go to the Creemore Tree Society. The Tree Society will also hold its annual Silent Auction, a major fundraiser that helps the organization keep our community green and treecovered. The show will run from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday and 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday. Admission is $3, with kids under 12 getting in for free when accompanied by an adult. For more information on the Creemore “Get Growing” Home & Garden Show, visit www. getgrowinggardenshows.ca.

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workers, but when it came time to approve the same pay increases for its non-unionized staff, which has always been Township policy, much discussion ensued. Councillor Paterson tried to persuade Council that the decision should be deferred until the new budget/finance committee, should it be created, can investigate whether automatic increases are warranted in the current economic climate. The possibility of a pay increase system based on merit was also discussed. In the end, Paterson’s deferral did not win support from Council, but when Councillor Brent Preston then moved that the union-equitable pay raise be insitituted for the period from April, 2012 to April, 2013 only at this point, with a decision on the next three years to come later, the motion passed, with only Mayor Ken Ferguson and Councillor Deb Bronnee not voting for Preston’s amendment.

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Opinion EDITORIAL

To each their opinion

Last week’s Letter to the Editor by Robert Charlton came with an extra note on the side: while he had tried to edit it down, he just couldn’t make it any shorter. So while we like to keep letters a bit more brief around here, we ran the letter, thinking it a well-written and somewhat different take on this year’s budget than what we’ve been accustomed to hearing. Well, it seems that once you open the barn doors, the horses are quick to get out and play. Dave Huskinson’s letter, printed below, came with a side note as well: he’d counted the words in last week’s letter, and he’d made sure his was shorter. You can’t argue with that, can you? So Dave’s letter made the cut. But that’s not the end of it. Turn to page 10 of this week’s Echo and you’ll find two more lengthy Letters to the Editor. It seems folks have a lot to say these days, so we decided, who are we to stop them? One note on John Thomson’s letter, however. We feel a little conflicted in printing it, since we don’t get down to Mulmur Council a lot ourselves to verify everything that he’s saying. So please take the letter as the opinion of the letter writer, and if you have an opposing view, by all means write us one yourself. Can we ask you please, though, to try to keep it short?

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The Way We Were

This interesting picture was taken on 1914, looking east on the tracks, past the Hisey elevator, across Mill Street toward the old Creemore train station. The spire on the left is St. John’s United (then Methodist) Church. The picture is from a book about ex-Creemore resident Charles Woodruff, brought to us by Johnny Miller.

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A response to last week’s letter by Robert Charlton Dear Editor, I just wish to reply to last week’s Letter to the Editor by Mr. Charlton about Council’s job not being an easy one when it comes to cutting the budget. First, Mr. Charlton should have declared his conflict in writing this article. He is a member of the Library Board, which is seeking a new Library for Stayner. The $675,000 he mentions in his letter is the initial amount requested by the library to start their plans, and the final amount for the library building he and the library committee is seeking is over $3 million dollars. Can we afford this debt, on top of the debt recently acquired for the Emergency Hub? I don’t think so! I will admit that a new library in Stayner is badly needed, but ideally Council should have asked Clearview taxpayers years ago what they felt their priorities were – a library to educate and improve themselves as well as provide a social centre in Stayner, or a garage for three fire trucks and an ambulance and a multi-million dollar debt lasting 40 years? The library should have been the priority at that time, yet they never held a public meeting on that issue. Indeed, Council has never communicated with the Clearview taxpayers in order to find out what their concerns and wishes are for Clearview. Have you recently received any mail from the Mayor or Council (other than Councillor Paterson in Ward 4) asking you for your opinion? The Mayor and Council in Wasaga Beach had a number of public sessions on Saturdays this spring, where the public was asked for their needs

in facilities and their vision for the community. Collingwood’s website has had numerous online surveys asking taxpayers their opinions on various subjects in regards to items affecting their budget. Mayor Ferguson said in interviews with the media in his 2006 electoral victory and once again in his 2010 electoral speech that communication with the public would be improved. A year-anda-half later, communication by the Mayor and Council has declined even further. I also find it interesting that Mr. Charlton, being a retired banker, is encouraging Clearview taxpayers who have had to tighten their wallets and reduce expenditures over the past five years to ignore these issues and have Council borrow more money without getting the Township’s finances in control. The taxpayer providing the income to pay the bills cannot afford large tax increases now. Yet as Mr. Charlton outlines, Council has yet to seek the public’s input on the future of their Community Halls. Many of these facilities need a large amount of work and money to meet current building code requirements and the upcoming handicapped accessibility requirements. This large expense or possible closure of these halls is not factored into the current or future budget. Hooking Stayner up to the Wasaga sewage system is another multi-million dollar cost that could be fronted by the Clearview taxpayer. What about the costs and benefits of the expanded dump site close to the Edenvale Airdrome and its effects on water, traffic etc? Many of these issues you have not heard a word from Council about, but they are real and are over

and above the costs to run the day to day operation of the Township. In summary, Council needs to communicate to the taxpayers and complete a total review of all expenses with assistance of the members of the public from accounting and business backgrounds, who have offered to complete this review at no cost to the Township. The good ship Clearview is taking on water and the chairs of taxation are being reshuffled to have the residential taxpayer pay more. Council should look at its current expenses and ask where the taxpayer wants to go and the priority of items selected. Debt is a four letter word after all, and something our parents and grandparents avoided yet still provided us with a very good quality of life without all the fancy toys. That’s what made them the good old days! Dave Huskinson, Creemore

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There were 55 out for cards all of us. Also great news today. Bob Veale mentioned is that Irene Dolson is out that next week was our pot of hospital and staying at luck lunch day. He then daughter Ann and son-in-law mentioned that the Bishops, Murray’s at the present time. Art and Alinda, had returned And no, Ray, you cannot from their winter abode to kidnap Irene and put her to Ontario. Barb Pilon then work just yet! But we are all Sylvia GALE gave us our “merry minute” hoping that she will be back with her latest joke. with us before too long, and The 50/50 draws went to Roy Veinot, we also send a huge “Get well soon” out Lillian Hiltz, Isabelle Gubbels, Marion to Irene from all of us. Kelly, Alinda Bishop, Audrey Tidd, It was on the 9th of April in 1917 Norma Johnston and Jim Rigney. when four Canadian Divisions and one Moon shots were played by Bob British Brigade captured Vimy Ridge in Veale, Roy Veinot, Peter Gubbels, France during the First World War. More Warren Gale (3!), Jim Murray, Effie than 3,500 soldiers were killed, and over Taylor, Alma Seifert, Marge Douglas, 7,000 were wounded in this most famous Isabelle Gubbels. Marg Hope and Jim military victory in Canadian history that Rigney split the travelling prize and Bob is still remembered 95 years later. Also won the Sidewinders money. in April, Newfoundland women won the High scorers were Warren Gale and right to vote and to hold provincial office Sheila Fenton tied with 307, followed on April 13, 1925. Thank goodness for by Earl Bentley 300 and Alinda Bishop those persevering women who paved the 289. Low was Barb Cudmore with 81. way for the rest of us! My thanks, Barb. I thought I was going I was sorry to hear that Davey to have to claim this dubious honour – Montgomery had passed away recently. again! Davey’s dad, Pork, had kept a lot of old We did hear that Pat Winger is back Creemore Star newspapers, school books home after her knee replacement, but and such like . Knowing I was interested is not up to company just yet. We also in that sort of thing, Davey called me and learned that Thelma Lightheart was in loaned me some of the papers. He also G&M Hospital, but seems to be holding had an old school book that had belonged her own at this time. So a big “Get well to my sister Pat, which he gave to me to soon!” goes out to you, Thelma, from give to her. Davey was a nice lad, and

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Sunday, April 22 St. Luke’s Anglican Church 22 Caroline St. W. 466-2206 For a joyful service of worship join us each Sunday at 11 am & Messy Church the last Sunday of each month at 4:30 pm

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Creemore United Pastoral Charge Avening Sunday School & Worship at 9 am, New Lowell United at 10:15 am & St. John’s in Creemore at 11:30 am

Sunday, April 29 Camping Sunday at New Lowell at 10:15 am - no services for St. John’s or Avening.

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we send condolences to his family on his passing away much too soon. Sometime last year, Warren had a fall up at the Collingwood Mall. He tripped over the curb and ended up in a three point landing on his knees, hands and face. This, in a short time, left him with two black eyes – very reminiscent of a raccoon. When it happened, the man who takes care of the mall and some girls from the Freshco Grocery Store came out and were a great help. In talking to the chap from the mall, I learned that his name was Ron Conklin. So I then told him I had once gone to school in Creemore with a Bill Conklin, who had a sister Mary. Proving that it really is a small world, he said Bill was his dad. So I gave him our phone number to give to Bill. A few weeks ago, Bill phoned, and we had quite a chat on the phone. I mentioned that if he happened to be down this way to drop in. A couple of weeks ago, he did just that. We had a great old get-together, and chatted away for ages. Bill had brought down some pictures, and out came my old albums. There were quite a few pictures of Bill, as he was on the ball team, etc, and that one year they had won the championship. This would be around 1950, and I was very fortunate to have a camera, as a lot of kids didn’t at that time. (That was one year when Santa knew exactly what I really hoped for). The Conklins lived in Creemore at that time, maybe just south of the Meat Market? They had two girls who also went to school in Creemore – Mary and Shirley-May – and both of them passed away much too young. At any rate, I

did remind Bill that he and I got into a real knock ’em down and drag ’em out fight. I wanted to kill him, and I’m sure the feeling was mutual. But our pride was the only thing damaged, and neither one of us can remember what we were fighting about! We did have a great visit, and it is surprising how much one can remember from way back when. We are fortunate to have grandboy Curtis Kidd, his wife Heather and son Colby from Alberta and BC visiting family and friends in Ontario. This is the first time we have seen the greatgrandboy – and he is three years old now. But Heather (or “Jake” as she is known because Curtis’s brother Cleve also married a Heather) is just wonderful at keeping us abreast of Colby’s growth by sending us lots of pictures. They are trying to get to see all their relatives and friends, so that doesn’t leave them much “touristy” time. But it will be nice for Heather to see a bit of Ontario while she is here, as she was raised in Alberta. We will hate to see them go, but we are thankful for the time we have had with them. Our thanks to Norma Johnston for bringing in tomato plants to give to anyone who wants them for their garden, when it warms up enough. Norma has brought in transplants for a number of years and they are always appreciated. So thanks again, Norma. Also thanks to the folks who have already called with wool, etc. to be picked up for Nancy. I will get around to pick it up before too long (I will call first!) and we can stand lots more. My number is 705-466-5732.

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EARTH DAY CLEANUP It’s a yearly tradition at Nottawasaga & Creemore Public School for students to celebrate Earth Day (which is this Sunday, April 22) by heading out around town and cleaning up whatever garbage they find. This year, the group from the Primary site (pictured above) were planning to concentrate on Collingwood Street. Students from the Senior site will be heading out on Monday.

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Maybe it’s time to get Mad and Noisy about energy FARM TO TABLE

In our world which in turn worked today there is a lot the land. These tasks of controversy about today are performed energy and where to by tractors and trucks. source our power. Yes, we have to Should we be using our come up with new farmland for energy ways to create energy. John and Marie production? Should We are not advocating MILLER we be investigating a return to farming our natural landscape with horses, because as a source of energy? Should we be we simply could not feed the world revisiting proven methods for energy by stepping back in time. We need production using new technology to search out new technology to to our advantage? And should we solve our impending energy crisis. not be worried about preserving our Climate change will usher in the landscape and natural resources? need to change our ways in a very Why should we allow grain to be short period of time. Some current diverted to an ethanol plant when solutions are wind turbines, solar people are starving in many parts of power, biodiesel (used cooking oils our world? One of the points of debate and waste fats for production of about ethanol production (the gasoline energy to power equipment), biomass additive produced from grain to (use of crop residue, straw and corn supplement fuel) is that it is promoted stalks, to produce electricity), and as renewable and sustainable. biogas (use of manure and waste The debate often brings into the product to capture methane gas from discussion the use of agricultural a digester and generate electricity). land for generating fuel instead We often look at the Mad River of food production. Historically in Creemore and comment on the speaking, a significant portion of our potential energy that flows by our farm land has always been utilized village every day, 24 hours a day. to produce fuel, specifically for What about implementing an old food production. Before the tractor idea? In the March edition of the became commonplace on the farm, Ontario Farmer, a farm paper that horse power was the main method we receive, there was an article, of tilling soil, harvesting crops, and written by Frances Anderson, entitled transporting produce. Hay and grains “Drawing on old technology to were grown to power the horses, power Ontario’s future.” Frances

A diagram of GreenBug Energy`s take on the Archimedes Screw, taken from the company`s website. highlighted a company from Delhi, Ontario, called GreenBug Energy. This company uses Archimedes technology, the Archimedes screw (auger) pump, to generate electricity. What a novel idea! Archimedes was a Greek mathematician, inventor, engineer and physicist. This technology was used to remove water from the Nile River during Egyptian times. GreenBug Energy is adapting the Archimedes screw pump to be placed in a river to capture the energy from the natural flow of the river. The

water flows down the auger, forcing it to rotate with enough power to drive a generator which generates electricity. According to Anderson, there are many advantages to this system – “it doesn’t disturb fish habitat, water taking, or the turbidity of the water.” She also reported that the Environmental Assessment was completed in three months. An EA report of this nature would normally take upwards of five years. What do you think? This might be a good idea for Creemore.

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Friday, April 20, 2012

Fine food, music and awareness of HIV/AIDS by Brad Holden HIV and AIDS are not topics that are discussed that often in Creemore. For many people in these parts, AIDS is a disease that peaked long ago, or one that thrives in far off places. But AIDS exists in Simcoe County. Every year, somewhere between 10 and 15 County residents are reported to be newly infected with the HIV virus. It’s estimated that up to five more are infected without knowing it. No statistics are kept on total cases, but there’s no doubt its a growing number. Living with HIV or AIDS anywhere involves dealing with an awful lot of stigma, and in Simcoe County there’s no doubt it can be even worse. That’s where the AIDS Committee of Simcoe County comes in. Founded in 1995 in a time of tremendous need, the ACSC continues to provide non-judgmental, compassionate and confidential support to individuals infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. On Thursday, May 10, the ACSC will hold its second annual fundraising event in Creemore, in conjunction with the Bank Cafe. “Creemore Cares: an Evening of Fine Food, Music, Awareness and Giving is a tribute to the open hearts of the town of Creemore,” said ACSC president Marc Cohen. That’s because, despite the previously stated fact that HIV/AIDS is not a frontline issue here in Creemore, last year’s inaugural ACSC fundraiser was a great success, filling the Bank Cafe to capacity. In gratitude, this year’s event will be bigger and better. It will take place at the Station on the Green and will feature a three-course dinner prepared by the Bank Cafe, a silent auction and live music by Scott Cooper and Coco Love Alcorn. “We are truly taking this to the next level,” said Cohen. “It is communities like Creemore that will help us bring much needed awareness,

critically needed funding and an end to stigma and discrimination.” Those last two words are well known to Donna, a 63-year-old woman living with HIV in Orillia. Gerry Croteau, the ACSC’s executive director, arranged for us to speak with Donna in an effort to put a face to the disease in Simcoe County. “I would not be living here if it wasn’t for the AIDS Committee of Simcoe County,” said Donna, a native of Canada who spent much of her life in the US before relocating to Orillia at the behest of her sister, who is based in the area. Twenty years ago, Donna was a recent divorcee when she began a relationship with a man who happened to have had a bad motorcycle accident that had required multiple blood transfusions in the early 1980s. “I suppose I should have realized the risk, but emotions got in the way,” said Donna. The pair had a shortlived relationship, and soon after she found out that the man had become sick and been diagnosed with full-blown AIDS. Donna was tested soon after, and received the news she’s still living with today. The outlook for HIV sufferers these days, if the diagnosis comes early and the proper diet and drug regime is followed, is a 40-year-lifespan postdiagnosis. Donna’s health is good, but your health is not the only baggage you must carry. “For much of my time with HIV, I have felt quite isolated,” she said. “Before I moved here, I rarely had the opportunity to be with other people who have HIV. And I don’t disclose my status to that many people – I’ve had many friends drop out of sight when I did tell them.” The ACSC has changed that. Providing one-on-one counselling and general support, the Committee also

Vancouver-based Jazz/Pop/R&B chanteuse Coco Love Alcorn will headline a fundraiser for the AIDS Committee of Simcoe County at Station on the Green on Thursday, May 10. holds get-togethers and retreats where those with HIV/AIDS can get together. Through those avenues, Donna has become more involved, participating at provincial women’s conferences and working as a research assistant with the Ontario HIV Treatment Network. “Without the ACSC, none of that would be happening,” she said. The ACSC has another focus as well, one that’s equally important. “Awareness is the key to prevention,” says Cohen, The ACSC is ramping up its education efforts, attempting to get the

message out that the disease has never gone away, and it has never stopped spreading. “We are all collectively vulnerable,” he said. “It could be any one of us. If you are not monogomous, you need to protect yourself and get tested regularly. And if you are in a monogomous relationship, you need to stay monogomous, for the health of both partners.” Tickets for the Creemore Cares events are $50, and can be acquired by contacting 705-722-6778 or emailing acscboard@yahoo.com.

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Local cadets hit their mark at provincials

Silver medalist Devlyn Lohnes will move on to national championship

Five local residents from Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps 1944 participated in two days of fierce competition in Trenton this past weekend at the Regional Marksman Championship. These cadets had an impressive performance competing against the most elite athletes from across the province, having beaten out over 200 other teams from across Ontario for this opportunity. One of the cadets, Devlyn Lohnes, placed second overall to win a silver medal and earn the right to represent Ontario at the National Championships in Valcartier, Quebec next month. “This was an amazing competition, and a very close race. Each year, the cadets of Central Region raise the bar,” said Captain Peter Westlake, Common Training Officer for Central Region Cadet Support Unit Headquarters. The cadet marksmanship program is based upon Olympic-style competition, with the focus on teaching cadets the proper use and safe handling of firearms. Air rifle training is an activity that builds confidence, self-discipline and respect through a progressively challenging, gender-neutral recreational sport.

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Top right: Silver medallist Devin Lohnes. Bottom right: The 1944 EME RC(Army)CC Air Rifle Team. Coach Tracy Galati, Taylor Jones, Shawn Banks-Stanton, Devlyn Lohnes, Cole McArthur, and Matthew Parkes.

ESCARPMENT! HIKE Stomp out Quarrying! Saturday May 12, 2012

The Peak to Peak Escarpment Challenge invites you, one and all, to step into your hiking boots and step up to protect our beloved Niagara Escarpment. Each step along the way is a personal statement that our UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve is not to be destroyed by aggressive quarrying. HERE ARE THE DETAILS: Pre-register and fund raise (donations are tax deductible). Enjoy breakfast, naturalists, a children’s activity, refreshment stations, a post-hike buffet and live music, an escarpment art silent auction and great prizes including a $5000 value trip to Fogo Island Newfoundland.

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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, April 20, 2012

LETTERS

Some harsh criticism for Mulmur Township Council

Dear Editor: I am a Mulmur resident whose grandparents settled here 110 years ago. I love Mulmur, with its unique landscape, wildlife and pristine rivers such as the Pine and Boyne. I detest and deplore the direction our dysfunctional Council is headed. Lack of ratepayer interest is threatening to allow certain elements to derail the political process. How did this mess develop? Let’s look back to the days of campaigning prior to the 2010 municipal election. Mayoral candidate Paul Mills allowed Deputy Mayoral candidate Rhonda Campbell Moon to campaign at what was advertised as his open house rally meeting. The Deputy Mayor won by the slim margin of 28 votes. In my opinion, she may have lost to her rival had she not been aided by Mills. The swearing in process at the new Council’s inaugural meeting in December 2010 was all smiles and handshakes. The deterioration of cooperation between Council members began within weeks and has now reached a crisis stage. I have read Council minutes and attended several meetings of this council. I sat through three hours of shameful bickering, disharmony, partisan arguments and unwillingness to negotiate at the April 3, 2012 meeting. A very uncomfortable feeling filled the room through most of the portion of the meeting I attended. Whether you agree with my opinions or not, I urge you to consider the following points and to attend and form your own opinions. • To encourage and support a culture of integrity, The Council of the Township of Mulmur adopted a Code of Conduct for Members of Council after a public consultation process. While this move was laudable, Councillors soon began ignoring it and continue to do so. • Mayor Paul Mills, in my mind, does not enforce the rules of conduct at meetings. • Deputy Mayor Rhonda Campbell Moon issued a lawsuit naming three fellow councillors and MulmurTownship Council for defamation according to the Libel and Slander act, seeking six figures for damages, punitive damages, pre and post judgment interest and proceeding costs. Could this matter not have been settled without hurting the taxpayer to such an extent? • In her Statement of Claim, Campbell Moon obviously disagrees with the allegation made that “It’s her way and that’s it.” My suggestion is that ratepayers should attend Council meetings and make their own decisions on this subject. • The Deputy Mayor has been removed from committees and not allowed to represent the Township

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Dear Editor: As most people know, I have been working with the committee to preserve and restore the Collingwood Street Bridge (CSBC). It has been very frustrating trying to convince elected officials and bureaucrats alike that the Collingwood Street Bridge is a valued heritage structure worth saving. This whole issue is a classic example of bureaucrats and elected officials who seem to think they work for the government, not the people. Public support for preservation and restoration of the Collingwood Street Bridge has been outstanding. This message has been sent loud and clear to both Simcoe County and Clearview Township. However, they don’t seem to be getting the message. Our team of professional engineers, architects and bridge builders have put together a viable and cost saving plan that would solve safety issues, load requirements and sightline hazards and meet Ministry of Transport standards. Nonetheless, the County refuses to budge from its position of replacing the bridge. This approach even contradicts the advice given by its Heritage Consultant. Their report clearly states that the Collingwood Street Bridge meets provincial criteria to be designated a heritage structure under the Heritage Act. One has to ask why they are fighting so hard to spend in excess of half-a-million dollars extra to give the public something they don’t want. Recently at the County’s public meeting, I approached Simcoe County Warden Cal Patterson and suggested that our committee would like to meet with him and present our viable alternatives to saving the bridge. He declined, quoting

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perform their duties in the best interest of our public, with responsibility and fairness and with partiality toward none.” My comments on this commitment are: • The Council flunks this test completely. • Over many years I have found the employees to be diligent, fair and responsible. I truly hope that more ratepayers will take a greater interest in how their “wee bit of heaven” (a phrase on the home page of the Township website) is being abused by Council. Too much time is being wasted in the bickering and arguing about personal agendas. I am sure Township matters are being slowed at the expense of we taxpayers. I love Mulmur, but I am discouraged. John Thomson, Mulmur Township

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the same standard reasons that the bureaucrats have been rehearsing and repeating. When suggested that maybe the information he was receiving was a little one-sided and meeting with CSBC would give him the opportunity to see the other option, he bluntly refused. Unfortunately, Clearview Township Mayor Ken Ferguson also ignores the will of his constituents and supports replacing our heritage bridge with a concrete overpass. Members of the CSBC recently met with SimcoeGrey MP Kellie Leitch, who threw her complete support towards saving the bridge and is working with our committee to find areas where the federal government can assist in our endeavour. This, in combination with the continued support of MPP Jim Wilson and local council members Thom Paterson and Brent Preston (and now Alicia Savage, who indicated at our public meeting on February 18 that she would support our efforts towards heritage preservation). Our committee continues to wonder why there is such lack of support from our other local politicians and mayor. Recently members of our committee met with members of the County engineering and works department and their engineering consultants, where they restated their mandate and mission statement to provide a two-lane concrete overpass. So while we wait to hear from The Ministry of Environment on our application for a part two bump up, we can only hope that continued pressure from the public will encourage local elected officials to have the political courage to vote in favour of the people. Barry Burton, Creemore

NOTICE

Hunting in the Dufferin County Forest All users of the Dufferin County Forest are hereby advised that April 25-May 31 is the shotgun/archery season for wild turkey in 2012. Wild turkey hunting may occur only from ½ hour before sunrise to 7:00 p.m. During this time there will be a number of hunters using the Dufferin County Forest properties. Please use caution in the forest and wear brightcoloured clothing. Suspected violations of the Fish & Wildlife Conservation Act should be reported to the Ministry of Natural Resources at 877-847-7667 (877TIPS-MNR). Other inquiries should be directed to the County Forest Manager at 705-435-1881. ___________________________________

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MULMUR BEARS Nicole Thompson sent us these pictures of a black

bear mother and her two cubs, who hung around her family’s property near the 4th Line East of Mulmur and the 20th Sideroad last Saturday evening. After 40 minutes and many photo ops, the bears were scared away by a warning shot fired from Nicole’s husband’s gun.

Clearview Township Notices Employment Opportunities

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The Township of Clearview is now accepting resumes for the 2012 summer pool season for the following positions: Pool Manager (May – September) Job # 2012-07 ($14.78/hr) Assistant Pool Manager (May – September) Job # 2012-08 ($13.72/hr) Instructors/Lifeguards (June – September) Job # 2012-09 ($11.30/hr) All applicants must: Be a minimum of sixteen (16) years of age and registered full-time post/secondary student on a full-time basis in the next academic year; Previous experience as an Instructor/Lifeguard; Ability to provide a clean and current Criminal Reference Check, vulnerable sector; Possess a current YMCA Instructors Certificate, or equivalent, and current CPR. For more information on this position, please visit our website at www.clearview.ca. Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and covering letter, quoting the appropriate Job Number by April 23, 2012, to: Human Resources Manager, Township of Clearview, Box 200, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON, L0M-1S0; hr@clearview.ca; fax #: 705-428-0288. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls. Information gathered relative to this position is done so in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only for the purpose of determining eligibility for this competition. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer.

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The Creemore Echo • Friday, April 20, 2012 •

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• The Creemore Echo •

Friday, April 20, 2012

Clearview Library News LIBRARY NEWS

After an exciting March around. No registration is Break full of flickering necessary as drop-ins are fairies and slithering snakes welcome. If you have any here at the Creemore Branch questions about either of of the Clearview Public these programs, please call Library, we are planning Margie Riddell at 705the next round of activity 446-0816 ext. 407 or pop Michele for late spring. into the Ontario Early Years McKENZIE “Baby and Me,” a Centre at 250-A Peel Street brand new program on in Collingwood. Wednesdays at 1 pm, Our Story Hour for provides parents and their babies a children 3 to 5 years of age is in chance to meet with other parents and full swing and will run until the get information on a variety of oneend of May at 10 am every Friday. session topics of interest. A circle time Themes about Farm Animals, Rain, with songs, rhymes and toys will also Jungle Adventures, Pigs, Bugs and be included to encourage development Planting will be covered as your child and bonding with babies ages 0 to 18 is introduced to the library, to literature months. This is an additional program and to a structured preschool program. to our “Step into Stories” program, To register, please call Glenda Newbatt which takes place on Tuesdays at 1 pm. at the Stayner Branch at 705-428-3595. This is a parent/caregiver participation We are so pleased to be introducing program where parents can interact a new program called “@ your library with children ages 2 to 6 years of in the market” which will take place age and an OEYC facilitator to gain in the Station on the Green during the literacy and school readiness skills. Creemore Farmers’ Market hours on Each class involves hands-on activities, Saturday mornings. These are free a circle time with songs and stories author presentations commencing at and a craft/sensory activity based 10:30 am and running for about an

Margie Riddell of the Ontario Early Years Centre with one of the babies attending the library’s new “Baby and Me” program. we’ll have some “gently loved books” hour. The authors will be then available for sale and, of course, our famous to answer questions and to sign books “Starbooks” coffee. on a one-to-one basis after their talks. On June 2, Hugh Brewster will kick Spring cleaning? Please bring your donations of books, movies, off this series with his presentation CDs, Canadian Tire money and dead about the sinking of the Titanic. We are batteries to the Creemore branch of also hosting Donna McCaw on July 21 and Terry Fallis on September 15. Pop CPL. We now have a recycle bucket by the library to pick up your free ticket for old alkaline batteries from RMC, who have successfully recycled over to guarantee your seat or call 705-466100 million pounds of this poisonous 3011 to get your name on our guest list. Our library outreach program will be trash. More information about RMC hosting the Creemore Farmers’ Market (Raw Materials Company Inc.) can be found at www.rawmaterials.com. Community Coffee Booth on May 19, We hope to see you at the library in May 26 and June 2. Information on all April! these programs will be available plus

• Service Directory • Accountant Ramona A. Greer CGA Certified General Accountant 7351 Hwy 26, Stayner and Creemore by appointment

(705) 428-2171 Member of the Certified General Accountants of Ontario

Contractor

Alternative Energy Animal Care

GRAVITYSusan’s SUN POWER Grooming

solar generation Salonand income forProfessional energy savingsGrooming for all breeds professionally designed and 31 Caroline St. E East entrance installed OPEN Mon-Fri Call for appointments

Jeff(705) Williams • 466-5741 466-3746

Neil I McAvoy 705.466.3804

Lawyer

T. NASH

PLUMBING Servicing Creemore and surrounding area

(705) 466-5807 Licensed and insured

Welding Machine Shop Facility • Custom Steel Fabrication & repairs • Decorative Iron Railing, Fences & Gates 8:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-Monday to Friday Book ahead for Saturday Service Don Brearey or Gloria Howie

Plumber

705-466-2149

Garry Stamp, Owner/Operator

General Practise of Law

1-866-629-5396 705-422-0114 georgianbay@mollymaid.ca

Gardening

John L. Ferris Megan L. Celhoffer

www.ferrislaw.ca 190 Mill Street T 705-466-3888

519.938.6197

Evelyn’s

Design, planting and management of country-style gardens.

Evelyn Downie

(705) 466-3109

Pet Care

Painter & Renovator

Susan’s Grooming Salon

Exterior Painting

FREE QUOTES NEIGHBOURLY SERVICE HANDYMAN BARN ROOFING WORK BARNS • FENCES • HOUSES • EQUIPMENT SANDBLASTING & PRESSURE WASHING

Rentals

PLUMBER

Gardening

3 Seasons Garden Care

705 445-8713

(705) 791-5478

Plumber

Contact Kelly Martin Bus (705) 466-5124 Cell (416) 708-8489

Country Gardens Experienced gardeners offering custom service

Easy on the Eyes

Cleaning Service

Free Estimates

Residential & Commercial

Painter

Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Plumber

Bus. (705) 428-3393 ~ Res. (705) 466-2343

We weed, prune, edge, plant, water, cultivate, topdress, etc.

Over 30 years experience

705 466-6667

218 Main Street, Stayner

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Make one call - we do it all

Serving the area for over 20 years www.natureswaylawncare.ca

Safety’s & Fuel Injection

www.mollymaid.ca

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Drywall • Painting Carpentry • Tile Work Masonry • Roofing

Nature’s Way Lawn Care

Valley Auto & Tech

Cleaning

Repairs to all makes of cars and light trucks!

Gardening 

Computer Repairs

General Contracting Renovations & Repairs

Lawn Care

Auto Mechanic

Paul Briggs Master Painter

(705) 466-5572

Over 25 Years Experience

Professional Grooming for all breeds 31 Caroline St. E East entrance OPEN Mon-Fri Call for appointments

(705) 466-3746

Services

Towing

TOWING

Towing at its best!

Jason Gardner

For all your towing and recovery needs!

Qualified service for all your plumbing needs

Call for your free estimate

7685 Cty Rd 91 • 428-0131

Tel: (705) 466-3519

Kells Service Centre

phone 466-3334 • fax 466-5166

80 High Street, Collingwood (705) 445-3421 • Fax (705) 445-7404

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A great way to reach your customers each week. The Creemore Echo Service Directory allows you to advertise for the cost of $15 per week.

Call 466-9906 to find out more.

The Creemore Echo • Friday, April 20, 2012 •

Echo Classifieds for rent

thank you

in memoriam

New Rooms for rent. Furnished. $150 per week includes shared living room, heat, hydro, wireless internet, satellite TV, parking. Linens supplied. No smoking. Call 705-444-4852.

The Creemore Skating Club would like to thank all those that made it possible to have our 2012 “Skating Through the Calendar Year” carnival a huge success. This undertaking cannot happen without the support of our skating families, the community, and our local businesses that provided advertising in our program, provided door prizes, and finally, attended the carnival. A special thank you goes out to our “Sewing Saturday” family. These individuals worked diligently this year to provide new costumes for our skaters and to make our new curtain backdrop. Without these individuals, carnival would not have gone as smoothly and as colourfully as it did! Therefore, a heartfelt skating thank you goes out to the following: Donna Baylis, Sherri Black, Judith Crawford, Kate Fleming, Gertie Gowan, Joan Grant, Eileen Martin, Maureen McLeod, Gayle Millsap, Meike Patton, Jeanette Poste, Cheryl and Ken Robertson and Diane Royal. We certainly have a talented Creemore and area sewing bunch!! Finally, a big thank you to the House of Stitches for their continued support in our Sewing Saturday projects. You were always there for the club in whatever we needed, may it have been supplies, advice, or a last minute sewing touch. Thanks again to all and enjoy the summer weather until the carnival season once again approaches. The Creemore Skating Club

Corbett – In loving memory of Norman, who died on April 15, 1970 and Lizzie, who died on April 22, 2004. No words we write can ever say, how much we Miss them every day. Queenie and Floyd Kidd – In loving memory of Bruce Kidd, who was taken from us in the silence of the night 2 years ago on April 20, 2010. All the things that have happened Since that day you were called away. So many things to share with you Had you been left to stay. To some you may be forgotten To others a part of the past. To us we loved and lost you. Your memories will always be with us. Sadly and dearly missed, We will never forget you. Love always, Brenda & family, Mom, Joyce (Ivan), Eleanor (Winston), Glen (Eve), Donna (Kent), Doris (Dave), Cleve (Esther), Frances Jane (Willy) & families

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As long a hearts remember, As long as hearts still care, We never part with those we loveThey’re with us everywhere… So many of our precious memories Of those we hold so dear, Bring peace and comfort to us now, and keep our loved one near. Julie, Danielle, Zachary, Wayne, Donna and Families

garage sale 5 Elizabeth Street West HUGE GARAGE SALE on Saturday, April 21 & Sunday, April 22 starting at 8 am. Antiques & collectables. Women’s & children’s clothing. Toys, gardening & Christmas décor.

signs for sale Celebrate Earth Day (22-Apr-2012) with a Food & Water First! lawn sign. Contact Ingrid at 705-466-2658.

real estate Call today to find out how much your home could sell for! Visit www.clearviewlistings.com Joseph Talbot, ABR®, ASA, SRES®, AGA, Sales Representative, RE/MAX Clearview Inc., Brokerage. Office: 705-428-4500 Direct Line/ Text: 705-733-5821 jtalbot@remax.net “Ordinary Joe, Extraordinary Service”

tutoring TUTORING AVAILABLE at RAY’s Place Resource Centre. Volunteers available for any age or subject area. By appointment. Call 705-466-3663 for more information.

Cream coloured Kenmore stove. 30”. Call Dianne at 705-828-1944.

dining Friday Night Dinners at Affairs featuring Beer-roasted Quarter Chickens with your choice of sides and English-style Fish & Chips. Open until 7 pm. Dine in or take-out. 705-466-5621. 1612

2nd Annual High Tea at Affairs on Friday, April 27. Two seatings from 2:30 5 to 4 pm and 8 4:30 to 6 pm. 1$15.95 plus tax. Reserve at Affairs or call 7059 466-5621. 7 1

photos wanted Do you have any old photos of the Nottawa Train Station? If you do, we’d love to see them! Contact Brad at Creemore Echo.

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4 6 7 1 A silver woman’s ring found on 8 April 13 at6the Station 9 on 3 Sunday, the Green. Drop by Creemore Echo to 8 1 5 claim. 9 4 7 4 2 9

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Sat April 28th 10:00 a.m. for Toosje & Andy Vasvari, 3436 Hogback Rd., Clearview Twp., 2 km south of New Lowell.

Farm, garden & support items; sports car; house furnishings; collectibles; antiques; garden & hand tools; MF 165 D Tractor; 28 plate 3ph disc; Danish cultivator; 6’ snow blower; 3ph wheel rake; farm wagons & trailer; tractor tires & rims; water pumps; ant farm wheels & scufflers; truck caps, farm, garden & hand tools; etc. FURNISHINGS: LR & dining room suites & furnishings inc lovely ant round oak table & chairs; paintings & prints by Lumbers, etc; mantle clocks inc Pequegnat; press back, rocking, plank & high chairs; lanterns; old bottles inc milk; china, glass, crystal, lamps, etc; AUTO: 1991 Z34 Lumina sports car, 5 speed, 6 cyl, Terms: Cash 5% B.P. $500.00 CASH DEPOSIT ON AUTO

Pifher Auction Service Ltd. 705-445-4848

Remarks: Farm Sold. Lunch. Plan to attend, many pleasant surprises www.pifher.theauctionadvertiser.com

Submit your classified ad Deadline 5 pm Tuesday Email info@creemore.com

Call (705) 466-9906 or Fax 466-9908

memorial burial service A Memorial Burial Service for Nancy Gruetzner will be held on Sunday, May 27 at the Dunedin Union Cemetery at 11:00 in the morning. Nancy’s friends, neighbours and friends of the family are welcome to attend.

SCOTT – Remembering Lyle Scott September 10, 1942 – April 12, 2010. Missing you. PS: I would have gotten you on a plane for Sacha’s wedding! Jill Hindle & family

In loving memory of

Scott Hammill

March 18, 1967- April 22, 2005

Stephens Store

spring yoga

Come in and see ur Orville for all yo gardening needs

at Station on the Green

“The GlencairnMall”

CLEARING FARM AUCTION

Open Mon - Fri, 8am - 6pm Sat. 8am - 5pm , Closed Sundays Stephens, Glencairn 424-6697

ON NOW!

Tues- 9-10:30 am - All Levels Thurs - 9-10:30 am - Intermediate **NEW CLASS JUST ADDED** Thurs -10:45-noon - Gentle Call Catherine Randall at 705-466-3533 or email cathcreemore@yahoo.ca

â€˘ The Creemore Echo â€˘

Friday, April 20, 2012

Canadians are living longer and costs for the Old Age Security (OAS) are rising. On April 1, 2023 the Government of Canada plans to start raising the age of eligibility for OAS and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) from 65 to 67.*

What does this mean for you? 54 or older as of March 31, 2012

You may still obtain OAS/GIS at age 65

53 or younger as of March 31, 2012

The age of eligibility for OAS/GIS will change gradually between 2023 and 2029

Starting in July 2013, Canadians who are eligible for, but not yet receiving OAS will have the flexibility to delay receiving it in exchange for a higher monthly amount at a later date.

The number of working-age Canadians for every senior is decreasing** 6 5

The number of working-age Canadians per senior is decreasing, placing additional pressure on the OAS program.

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**Source: 9th Actuarial Report on the Old Age Security Program

For a free brochure or more information visit www.ServiceCanada.gc.ca/retirement or call 1 800 O-Canada (TTY 1-800-926-9105) *Subject to parliamentary approval