The Creemore
Echo
Friday, June 5, 2015
Vol. 15 No. 23
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News and views in and around Creemore
Inside the Echo
Police news
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Three injured in crash
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Deadline looms for apartment property by Trina Berlo In order to purchase the Creemore property that could be the future site of seniors’ apartments, $265,000 is needed by Monday. The newly formed St. John’s Creemore Senior Citizens Foundation has made an offer on two Francis Street lots, located behind St. John’s United Church, conditional on financing and planning approvals. With a second offer for the property tabled, organizers are looking for ways to raise the money in order to meet the deadline. Almost 100 people attended a meeting Tuesday night at Station on the Green to hear about development plans. “I am blown away by all of you being here and I really hope we can bring this to fruition,” said Wendy Schellenberg, who initiated the project. S c h e l l e n b e rg w o r k e d a s t h e administrator for a seniors’ housing project in Mount Albert. She said she knows how to execute the project, it’s just a matter of finding the money. If 26 people are willing to put up $10,000 each, said Schellenberg as an example, they would be in a position to cover the purchase price. She said they want to start out with the land in hand
Staff photo: Trina Berlo
Creemore's foremost senior citizen, Ken Thornton, addresses the crowd that gathered Tuesday to hear plans to build seniors' apartments in the village. because there will be a need to borrow money later to complete the project. Once the property is secured, other financing would be needed. The possibility of shareholders, bridge financing and other options are being explored. “We have to raise probably $1 million,” said Schellenberg. “The financial end is big and that’s what’s going to allow us to go forward.”
A Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation seed grant has been secured for early costs. At Tuesday’s meeting, people were shown two possible designs for a two-storey building with one- and two-bedroom apartments that would be between 780 and 1,000 square feet. “Fourteen to 16 units are what we need. We want it filled. We don’t want (See “Apartments” on page 7)
Solar project proposed at Edenvale by Trina Berlo Renewable energy providers were before Clearview council members June 1 asking for support for a ground-mount solar project in Edenvale. Tom Bird and Scott Hossie of BluEarth Renewables, along with Mark Bell, of Petawawa Renewable Power, outlined a proposal to install a yet to be determined number of solar panels on 180 acres at the Edenvale Aerodrome property, owned by Milan Kroupa, and an adjacent parcel that would generate up to 29 megawatts of electricity. The solar farm would be in addition to the airport, which would continue its operations. Bird explained that the proposal
is to be submitted to the provincial government’s Independent Electricity System Operator under the large renewable procurement (LRP) request for proposals, which is the next generation of the feed-in-tariff program, by Sept. 1. The contract would be awarded in December. The project is in the early stages, so the exact configuration of the site plan has not been worked out. Bird said a visual assessment from Highway 26 and the 12/13 Sideroad has determined that the project has low potential for visual impact, especially when vegetation is added as a buffer. Clearview would receive additional tax revenue during the 20-plus year life
of the project and it would create jobs during the construction period but exact numbers were not available. Bird said if the township is on board, it can guide the development process and council support would make the proposal more competitive. Hossie said if there is opposition, BluEarth Renewables wants to address concerns early on and work with Clearview to make the project something that it can support. The project is also contingent on having the ability to connect to electrical distribution lines. Should council throw its support behind the project, a public meeting date will be set.
Principal swaps Nottawasaga Creemore Public School will have a new principal in the fall. Alison Golding, a vice principal at Alliston Union Public School, will take over for Heather Birchall, who is moving to Cameron Street Public School in Collingwood. New Lowell principal Cathy Bell is retiring. Clearview Meadows Elementary School principal JoAnn White-McKenna will be her replacement. Mountain View Elementary School principal Doug Paul is moving to Clearview Meadows. Collingwood Collegiate Institute principal Peter Stone is moving to Bradford District High School. Elmvale District High School principal Charlene Scime from Elmvale District High School will replace him. The Simcoe County District School Board trustees approved the transfers and appointments on May 27.
Carrying the torch The Pan Am and Parapan Am Games torch arrives at Stayner Collegiate Institute on June 11. The opening ceremony begins at 9:45 a.m. Area elementary school children will visit the high school that morning for games and activities. Torchbearers will complete a lap of the track once the torch arrives at about 12:40 p.m. The high school is located at 7578 Highway 26.
Tourist booth opens Clearview Township is celebrating the opening of the tourism booth in Stayner on June 11. The booth is located next at Station Park where, also that night, Music, Market and Park It opens for the season. The event will include live music, children’s activities, words from officials, a farmer’s market, and classic car and tractor show. The festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. Live music in the gazebo begins at 7 p.m. Station Park is located at 7259 Highway 26.
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COMMUNITY Calendar
Submit your community events info@creemore.com phone: 705-466-9906 fax: 705-466-9908
This Weekend Saturday, June 6
• The Creemore Echo's Annual Subscription Drive
at Creemore Farmers' Market. Sara & Georgi will be at the market today. Drop by and see us! This is The Echo 's last week at the market. • Creemore’s Log Cabin is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. History Hosts will be on hand to welcome visitors and tell them about the cabin and its first families. (The Cabin, Creemore’s only surviving log residence, was built in the 1870s and is now located on Library Street, between the Old Jail and the Creemore library.) It will continue to be open each Saturday morning until Thanksgiving. • Singhampton's Annual Upper Mad Duck Race at 1 p.m. at the Mill Pond. Follow the signs. $5 per duck. All proceeds to the Singhampton Community Centre.
• Kitchen Cabinets. Both milk paint and fusion mineral
paint. Two different types of paint for two different looks. $99. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Heirloom 142, 142 Mill Street. Pre-registration required by calling 705520-0142 or at www.heirloom142.com. • Hoe Down & Steak Dinner at GNE Grounds, 2220 Fairgrounds Road at 6 p.m. Dinner at 7 p.m. $25. Steak dinner and square dancing & 50s sock hop. 705-444-2992.
Sunday, June 7
• Gush Run and Hike for Water at Scenic Caves
near Collingwood from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Family fun as you hit the trails with 2K, 5K and 10K options through stunning scenery to support clean water for all with Tin Roof Global. www.tinroofglobal.com. • YMCA Healthy Kids Day, join Wasaga Beach YMCA for sports & games, parent tot sensory time, family cycle challenge, open swim, arts & crafts & so much more. All activities are free, unless otherwise indicated.
• Church Services on page 5. • New Lowell United Church will be worshipping
at Brentwood Community Centre starting today at 9:45 a.m. while their church is under construction. (except next week when they will be at St. John's Creemore at 11 a.m. for their anniversary)
Upcoming Events Tuesday, June 9 & Thursday, June 11
• VON Smart – free seniors exercise classes. Tuesdays at 1 pm & Thursdays at 11 am at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, Caroline Street West. Come one day or both. Gentle, no floor or mat work. Can be performed seated or standing . Must be 55+ with a valid Ontario Health Card. For more information call 705-309-7054 or michelle.foster@von.ca.
Thursday, June 11
• Pan Am Games Torch Relay from 9:45 a.m. to 1
p.m at Stayner Collegiate, 7578 Hwy 26. • Clearview Tourism Booth Grand Opening from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Station Park, Stayner. • Music, Market & Park It Opening Night. Season opening at 5:30 p.m. The Dance Room Performance at 6:15 p.m. Music begins at 7 p.m. at Station Park, Stayner with Touch of Vinyl, rock. Bring your own lawn chair to listen to some music, farmers' market & antique car show too!
Friday, June 12
• Please join us for an evening of dancing, music
and merriment at our parents Margaret and Keith Rowbotham's 60th Wedding Anniversary from 7 to 11 p.m. at Creemore Arena Hall, 220 Collingwood Street. Creemore. Live music by the “Country Troubadours”. Refreshments will be served – No Bar. Your company is a treasured gift, we request no other.
Friday, June 12 to Sunday, June 14
• Tipling Stage Company presents Secrets of a
Soccer Mom by Kathleen Clark at Grace Tipling Hall in Shelburne. There are some nifty moves afoot on the soccer field when the moms play the kids – and that’s just the action on the sidelines! Shows: June 12 & 13 at 8 p.m.; June 13 & 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets at Shelburne Town Hall or online at www.tiplingstagecompany.com.
Saturday, June 13
• Pick'n in the Park at Station Park, Stayner. Music,
entertainment, family fun & great food. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A fundraiser for The Door Youth Centre. • Marjorie Thomson is turning 90! Please join us on from 2 to 4 p.m. at Duntroon Schoolhouse, 8981 County Rd 91. Best wishes only please. • Afternoon Tea & Open House at Revera - Blue Mountain Manor from 2 to 4 p.m. Draws, silent auction, refreshment tickets available for purchase. 236 Weir Street, Stayner. Come check us out! • Music for a King. The first performance of the Creemore Choral Festival presents Handel’s thrilling ‘Coronation Anthems’ 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s United Church, Mill Street. The Creemore Festival Singers, a full orchestra and a roster of international soloists will raise the roof with some of Handel’s loveliest music: an occasion fit for a king! Tickets available online at ticketscene.ca and at Curiosity House Books. Students and Seniors $10, general admission $20, $30 reserved.
Sunday, June 14
• New Lowell United Church's Anniversary Service
will be held at St. John's United Church, Creemore at 11 a.m. There will only be one service this week. • Barn Fest 2015. Local food, farmers, artists and musicians! Pegram Farm in Mulmur from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets available at www.pegrampicnics.com/ barnfest2015. Adults $15, children $8, family $40. All proceeds will go to the Food & Water First campaign to protect Ontario’s farmland and water! • Christ Church Banda Cemetery Service at 2 p.m. • The Annual Honeywood Cemetery Service at 2 p.m. at Victoria United Church in Honeywood. Refreshments will be served following the service.
Wednesday, June 17
• Teddy Bear’s Picnic Daycare Open House from
60 Diamond Years Please join us for an evening of music and dancing as our parents
Margaret and Keith Rowbotham celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary
Friday, June 12, 2015 from 7 to 11 pm Creemore Arena Hall, 220 Collingwood Street Live music by “Country Troubadours” Refreshments will be served - no bar Your company is a treasured gift, we request no other.
4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 6 Elizabeth Street East. Come see what is going on at our local daycare. Enjoy our BBQ $3-5 per person. Everyone is welcome! • Creemore Horticultural Society Meeting at 7:30 p.m. at St Luke’s Anglican Church. All are welcome. Refreshments served.
60 Diamond Years
Please join us for an evening of music and dancing as our parents
Thursday, June 18
• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park,
Margaret and Keith Rowbotham
Stayner with Georgian Sound Big Band, 1940s big theirown 60thlawn Wedding Anniversary band. celebrate Bring your chair to listen to some Friday, June 12, 2015 from 11 pm music, farmers' market from 5 to78 to p.m. Creemore Arena Hall, 220 Collingwood Street Live music by “Country Troubadours”
Saturday, June 20
Refreshments will be served - no bar • Bees & Butterflies... and beyond. Family fun from Your company is a treasured gift, we request no other.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Not So Hollow Farm, 838369 4th
Line East Mulmur. Learn the importance of bees and how to protect them. Displays, speakers, tastings & food, movies, puppet show. $10 per person or $20 per family. www.notsohollowfarm.ca or 705-466-6290. • Toronto and North York Hunt Annual Puppy Show from 2 to 4 p.m. Huntsman John Harrison presents the Young Entry. Yearling hounds will be judged for conformation and activity. New this year: Children’s Dog Show. Open to all children. Prizes and light refreshments to follow. All welcome. Hunt Kennels, 878445 5th Line, Mulmur. • Western Steak Dinner at New Lowell Legion followed by live music from Eric Kidd. Doors open at 4 p.m. Dinner at 6 p.m. Adults only $15 per person.
Monday, June 22 to Friday, June 26
• 3rdAnnual Creemore Blooms presented by Creemore
Horticultural Society. Three independent assessors will review front gardens in the Village to determine which gardens best exemplify this year’s theme “The Garden In June” using the following criteria: gardens should complement the style of the house; be well maintained; use colour, shape & texture; have harmony & balance; and have a good selection of plant material. Start planning now for that winning look.
Thursday, June 25
• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park, Stayner with Jim Kinnear Trio, jazz. Bring your own lawn chair to listen to some music, farmers' market from 5 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, June 27
• Purple Hills Arts & Heritage Society's Garden
Tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy visiting eight fabulous gardens in and around the village of Creemore. Tickets $20 on sale at Curiosity House & at Creemore Farmers' Market or on-line at www. phahs.ca. • New Lowell United Church Fundraiser Golf Tournament at Wasaga Sands Golf & Country Club. $100 per person gets you 18 holes of golf, a power cart, a meal & a prize. Call Tom Macham at 705-424-0579 or www.newlowellunitedchurch. weebly.com. ***Sponsor a hole for $100 & get a tax receipt or donate a prize ($20-$30) to help fundraise. •Dunedin Presbyterian Church's Annual Strawberry Supper from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $15, youth $7, under 5 free.
July 20 to August 14
• Summer Camps at Hummingbird Montessori
School. July 20-24: What a Wonderful World Nature Camp. July 27-31: Mad Science & Master Builders Camp. Aug 10-14: Musical Groove Camp. Aug. 17-21: Night at the Museum Camp. $250 per week. Current & former students get a $25 discount. 10% sibling discount. www.hummingbirdmontessori.ca for details. Register now, space is limited.
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Three injured in collision south of Cashtown Three people were injured during a collision south of Cashtown Corners on May 31. The crash happened at about 2 p.m. on County Road 42 (Airport Road) between County Road 9 and 6/7 Side Road Sunnidale. Police say a blue Ford Ranger pickup truck was northbound on County Road 42 when it entered into the southbound lane hitting a green Jeep Wrangler and then a black Honda ASE. The driver of the Ford Ranger pickup truck was transported to hospital with major injuries. The driver of the black Honda was transported to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries. Their passenger was also transported to hospital with minor injuries.
Mad River Golf Course vandalized
Mad River Golf Course was vandalized sometime overnight on May 29. An outbuilding, a utility vehicle and two golf holes were damaged. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Huronia West OPP at 705429-3575 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and callers will remain anonymous. Callers will not be asked to appear in court and tips could lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000. For safety and crime prevention tips, visit our website at www.opp.ca.
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Three people were injured in a serious crash on Airport Road Sunday.
Calls alert police to two drunk drivers Traffic complaints led police to two drunk drivers on May 29. A 53-year-old Collingwood man was charged with “Exceed 80mgs” after being pulled over at 10 a.m. a n d a n 1 8 - y e a r- o l d K l e i n b u rg man was charged with “Impaired Operation” and “Exceed 80 mgs” at 1:30 p.m. Both motorists were travelling on Highway 26 at the time.
Man at risk to re-offend arrested for failing to comply with probation order A Clearview Township resident considered by police to be at high-risk to re-offend was charged with failing to comply with a probation order on May 23. Police arrested Brenden Sarginson, 29, outside a residence on Concession 7 Sunnidale. In January, police advised the public that Sarginson was living in the area, saying it was a public safety issue. He has previous criminal convictions for theft under $5000, sexual assault
and failure to comply with a probation order. Sarginson is to adhere to a 24hour curfew, unless accompanied by a designated adult; keep the peace and be of good behaviour; not enter any residence of any children under 18 years; not attend any place where children can be expected to congregate; not volunteer in a capacity that involves being in a position of trust or authority towards any person under the age of 18 years.
Clearview Policing Committee recognized for creative campaign Policing Committee received the commissioner’s commendation for its unique traffic safety initiative, using artwork by area youth on LCBO bags to deter drunk driving, at the central region OPP awards ceremony held at the Barrie Golf and Country Club on May 29. Dawn Braid was also recognized for her long and ongoing volunteer work in the Wasaga Beach area. “I would like to personally thank members for their hard work and dedication and Ms. Braid and the Clearview Community Policing Committee for making the Huronia West Detachment area a safer place to live and visit,” said Huronia West OPP detachment commander Insp. Kevin Hunter.
Resident asks council to legalize backyard chickens A Stayner resident is asking Clearview council to follow in Meaford’s footsteps and allow people to keep chickens in their backyards. Brian Baker told council members he is interested in keeping a few laying hens in his backyard so he can have fresh eggs. Meaford amended its zoning bylaw last year to allow for backyard chicken coops. Baker said he was surprised to learn that backyard chickens were not permitted in town. Some people have “underground chickens”, he said. He is asking council to allow them in limited numbers and with proper coops. In this day and age with diversification of agriculture and wanting to know where our food is coming from, councillor Shawn Davidson said he is in favour of legalizing the underground chickens. “Let’s bring them into the sunlight,” he said. Council directed staff to bring forward a report on the matter on July 13.
Teacher strike update The Simcoe County District School Board was notified May 29 that the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario has provided its teacher members with an update of Phase 1 work-to-rule strike action. As a result, teachers will not support or participate in in-school meetings or professional learning activities, book field trips for the 2015-16 school year, grade-to-grade transition planning or reports, complete end-of year Ontario Student Record activities, or apply for special grants or funding provided by the Ministry of Education (excluding funding for special needs students). They will continue to teach and provide extra help to students, maintain contact with parents during the instructional day, provide scheduled supervisory duties and participate in student-centred events such as field trips and graduation celebrations.
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, June 5, 2015
Opinion Editorial
We can have our chickens and eat them too
Let Brian Baker and the rest of those who want to have a few hens in the backyard do so. The Stayner man was before Clearview council this week asking members to reconsider its current bylaw and do as Meaford has done, allowing people to keep hens. The Municipality of Meaford’s zoning bylaw allows for the keeping of backyard poultry as an accessory use on a residential property. Owners must adhere to 16 standards for the care of the birds and their accommodations. If Clearview councillors were to make an exception for backyard poultry, it is doubtful there would be a run on chicks at the hatchery. It is likely that those who want to keep birds for their own personal supply of eggs and meat already do so. Backyard chicken coops already exist but are obviously not heavily enforced by the bylaw department. As long as the chickens aren’t running all over the place and there is goodwill and communication between neighbours, this could work without being ‘underground’. A supply of fresh eggs would certainly help keep the neighbours happy. This is the back-to-nature, hands-on approach to sourcing food that the experts say is good for us. You can’t get more local than your own backyard and you’ll know exactly what the birds are eating. Chickens are apparently handy for cutting down on weeds and bugs and they provide a steady supply of fertilizer. The urbanite children in these parts are still pretty rural and would most likely embrace a chance to learn more about these animals. Truth be told, cats and dogs are probably more of a nuisance than backyard birds (except for nosiy roosters but no one is suggesting they be allowed in any subdivision). Clearview Township embraces agriculture. It is often said it is its number one industry. It should allow this one type of micro-herd. Like with dogs, the township can recoup the costs of administering the bylaw by creating a hen licence for all backyard birds within settlement areas.
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Township's accessibility ad an example of hypocrisy Editor: Page 6 of your last issue is an almost perfect example of the hypocrisy that has become a trademark of the council and staff of Clearview Township. The word accessibility does not infer disability, so when Clearview purports its concern for accessibility it needs to look at what the term really represents. By law, public notices under the planning act require that they be readable from public property. There should be no need to use binoculars or to wade through a field or climb a snow pile to read the planning notices. Real accessibility is ensuring that everyone can read the content of a notice from a public location without resorting to viewing devices. None of the six Clearview Township websites meet the accessibility standards and a recent complaint over the colour of the text resulted in the fix being worse than the original problem; the resulting light gray text on a white background was illegible to even those with almost perfect vision.
Real accessibility is allowing everyone to view all Clearview websites without having to resort to high contrast displays. Trails are required to be as accessible and usable for those with mobility issues as the paved sidewalks so why is money being spent to create a non-compliant trail system suitable for use by four-wheelers and very fit individuals, when many of the streets in our villages don’t even have sidewalks or pedestrian walkways meeting the requirements of the accessibility acts? Real accessibility is creating solid accessible infrastructure where residents live instead of trails that are only suitable for illegal four-wheelers. Try pushing a baby carriage or a wheelchair up the ramps and sidewalks at the township-owned Creemore Medical Centre and you’ll see just how little concern Clearview council and staff, have for real accessibility. Clearview council and staff, please stop the hypocrisy and start giving us real accessibility. Peter Lomath, Creemore.
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A hard lesson learned about nature: do no harm by Drew Gulyas The snapping turtle was first discovered in the spring of 2014 by one of our school groups participating in a pond study program. It was small enough to fit in a coffee cup and pretty new as far as turtles go. We were thrilled. Biodiversity is a key concept in the elementary science curriculum and we examine the critters that we find here to determine how they are well adapted to their habitats. We find insects of all descriptions, newts, slugs, frogs, tadpoles, spiders, and more. And now we had a turtle! The turtle brought us a sense of pride – our pond was thriving, supporting life, new things were growing there, we had real honest to goodness biodiversity happening and we were eager to share it with our visitors! The first time we saw the turtle we caught it and put it in a bucket so that we could take a closer look. We picked it up, touched its shell, examined its pointy tail, and marveled at the power of its tiny jaws. Jurassic Park in flesh. We caught the turtle the second time we saw it too. And the third time. And many times after that. It didn’t take long for word to get around that, tiny and relatively harmless as it was, our turtle was pretty easy to catch. One day in mid-August, I learned that the turtle had been found dead beside the pond. I had to confirm it for myself and I discovered it right where the campers told me I would – beside the pond in the grass, all in one piece. It had just… expired. I don’t know if our turtle died because we caught it as frequently as we did or if some other mechanism led
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Baby snapping turtle. to its death. Turtles are built to last and this one had already survived that first, and very precarious early stage of life, making it out of the egg, into the water and through its winter. When I took a close look at the turtle, there were no obvious signs of trauma. That left me pondering a theory of my own: we killed it with our infatuation. It’s a dark thought but I’m pretty sure I’m right. We told the kids who touched the turtle that they needed to wash their hands because turtles can carry salmonella. The salmonella on a turtle acts
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ST. LUKE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 22 Caroline St. W. • 705-466-2206 Sunday Worship Service at 11 a.m.
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Minister: Sean Angel • 705-466-5202 Sat June 27: Strawberry Supper from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $15, youth $7, under 5 free
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Saturday, June 27 New Lowell United Church Fundraiser Golf Tournament at
Wasaga Sands Golf & Country Club. $100 per person gets you 18 holes of golf, a power cart, a meal & a prize. Call Tom Macham at 705-424-0579 or www. newlowellunitedchurch.weebly.com. Creemore United Pastoral Charge
New Lowell Church at Brentwood Community Centre at 9:45 a.m. and St. John’s Creemore at 11 a.m. **June 14: New Lowell's Anniversary Service at St. John's United at 11 a.m. All welcome • 705-466-2200
St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church Worship & Sunday School at 10 am. “Where Jesus is Lord, all are welcome.” Rev. J. Inglis & Rev. E. Inglis • 466-5838
To tell us what is happening at your church, call Georgi: 705-466-9906 • fax: 705-466-9908 • email: info@creemore.com
as a natural defence against other infections. Microbial ecology – very important concept. But we never washed our hands before we touched the turtle – we just picked it up – our hands bathed in sunblock and insect repellent. Not to mention our own cocktail of skin flora. I think that too much of us rubbed off on the turtle and that is what led to its death. We didn’t hit it with a car or build a subdivision in its habitat or flip it over on the dock so that it would bake in the sun (a cruel trick employed by an uncle who preferred fish to turtles). We mishandled it. How should we be teaching kids to appreciate and enjoy nature at arm’s length? I think we need to be teaching them to track animals with the intention of learning about them in a much deeper way than catching them and putting them in a bucket can ever offer. If I could go back to that first moment when we caught the turtle and put it in a bucket, I would uncross that line. Instead, I’d have a conversation with the students about the delicate balance that we need to find between the turtle’s survival and our curiosity. I’d challenge them to track the turtle and learn what they can about the its evolutionary success by watching it swim, trying to figure out how long it can hold its breath, consider all the ways it can camouflage itself, and
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theorize about how it survives the winters. I’d ask them if they know the word detritivore – up to 90 per cent of a snapping turtle’s diet consists of plant and animal matter that is already dead – and we’d figure out what role the turtle played in keeping the pond clean and healthy so that other animals could survive. I’d share with them the fact that it takes a snapping turtle almost 20 years to reach the point that it can reproduce and I’d encourage them to join me in doing their part to ensure that this one made it at least that far. Spring is here, life is bursting out all around us, and there is nothing better we can do for our kids than take them outside and let them enjoy all that is on offer in the natural world. Tracking a bird through the trees or a butterfly through a field or turtle through a pond is a skill that requires patience, balance, observation and a sense of adventure – all critical for a young person’s development. But most of all, teaching a respectful appreciation of the natural world requires teaching a commitment to a fundamental principle of living – do no harm. In this way, children can learn something big by focusing on something small – like a snapping turtle that fits in a coffee cup.
Drew Gulyas is director of outdoor education and summer camp at Mansfield Outdoor Centre.
UPCOMING EVENTS MEET YOU AT THE MARKET
Sat. June 13, 10 am -12:30 pm
Meet “The Canning Kitchen” author Amy Bronee. Boost your canning confidence and walk away with fresh modern ideas for small-batch home preserving. Farmer’s Market. Curiosity House Books table.
THE HOUSE OF ART
Sun. June 14, 2 pm - 4 pm
Opening Reception for a Group Art Show in support of Syrian Refugee artist Anahita Osman with works by Debbie Ebanks Schlums, Lynn Hubbs, Martha Bull, Sue Miller, MK Lynde and more. Refreshments will be served.
CELEBRATE NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY WITH DREW HAYDEN TAYLOR
Sun. June 21, Station on the Green 1pm - 3pm • free event
Spend an inspiring afternoon with one of Canada’s leading Native and awardwinning playwright, author and humourist Drew Hayden Taylor as he discusses his new book “Me Artsy” - a collaboration with fourteen artists in varied disciplines discussing the role of art in First Nations Communities.
MEET YOU AT THE MARKET
Sat. July 4, 10 am -12:30 pm
Meet local author Nicola Ross as we celebrate her newest book “Caledon Hikes: Loops & Lattes”.
We’re excited to announce pre-sales for “The Village and I: 10 Life Stories” will be available starting June 27.
“The Village and I” honours 10 local long-standing residents with art portraits and essays. Created by Sara Sniderhan, the book features works by local artists and writers and a foreword by Dan Needles. This book will be the first publication in house by Curiosity House Books. More details can be found in-store or on our website.
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ALL STAR JAMBOREE
THE CONCERT AT LYRIC POND In support of CORE - Conserve Our Rural Environment Challenging inappropriate land use in Mulmur and Melancthon
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Creedan Valley Care Community executive director Paula Rentner and Clearview Township councillor Connie Leishman cut the ribbon at a name change celebration at the Creemore nursing home.
Creedan Valley changes name Leisureworld Caregiving Centre – Creedan Valley has changed the name of its home to Creedan Valley Care Community. The change was inspired by the organization’s new vision, to awaken our communities to the positive possibilities of life’s next chapters, and involved input from residents, families and employees. “We are very proud of our home, our community, and of the strong foundation and reputation we have
built; and wanted to honour this in our new name,” said executive director Paula Rentner. This new identity follows an announcement from Creedan Valley Care Community’s parent company, Leisureworld Senior Care Corporation, regarding its decision to rebrand itself as Sienna Senior Living. This rebranding is accompanied by the launch of the organization’s new brand positioning statement: the warmth of human connection.
We welcome you to join in the fun!
Join us for our Afternoon Tea & Open House with Revera – Blue Mountain Manor. Saturday, June 13th, 2 pm – 4 pm You may have heard how great life at Revera – Blue Mountain Manor is. We invite you to come see for yourself! There will be delicious treats, tea and coffee, draw prizes, and a silent auction to celebrate Senior’s Month. Bring a family member or friend along! Living at Revera is all about choice – the choice to do what you want, when you want. You can come and go as you please and choose your favourite foods and activities.
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1-in-3 bites of the food made possible by pollinators by Kara McIntosh As part of North America’s National Pollinator Week June 15-21, Mulmur’s own Not So Hollow Farm and their event partner, The North American Native Plant Society, are hosting the first, and hopefully annual, “Bees to Butterflies and Beyond” event. It is an all-day affair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 20. The event will be all about pollinators: who they are, why they are so important to our food supply and overall wellbeing and what we can do to alleviate the many negative influences on our pollinators. The event will appeal to the whole family with many activities for children and adults alike. Guests are invited to come for the whole day or drop in when they can. According to organizer Ian Payne, “Many people have little to no idea about pollinators in general. For example, one in three bites of the food we eat everyday is made possible by pollinators. There are many threats to pollinators. Many of the commercially available plants are pre-treated with pesticides that are toxic to insects, including bees. So, if people plant pollinator-friendly flowers that have been treated with these chemicals, they are potentially harming the insects they are trying to help. If we can help people better understand the basics, we can help everyone do their part to promote, preserve and protect our native pollinators”. Scheduled activities include children’s art projects, puppet shows
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Modern day bees face many threats. and a “Dance of the Bees”. There will be a honey tasting bar where guests can discover the different flavours and intensities of honey, along with a firsthand account of how beekeeping works. Several guest speakers will discuss the world of pollinators and many of the challenges facing these vital animals today. Two films will run throughout the day and all the food and treats on-site will be prepared by local establishments
Artists
you are invited to participate as an
Artist on Location
during the Purple Hills Arts & Heritage Society’s
Creemore Festival of the Arts
October 3rd & 4th, 2015 The Artist on Location program is an opportunity for artists to display and sell their art in local businesses, studios, galleries and homes, throughout the village of Creemore. Artists who wish to participate must complete an online application and pay a registration fee of $20 by August 1, 2015.
featuring ingredients made possible by Ontario pollinators. A marketplace of educational booths and vendors selling pollinator-friendly goods will also be part of the event. Payne, a landscape architect, and his wife Viki Reynolds, started Not So Hollow Farm in 2003. The farm has specialized in the production of container grown trees and shrubs that are native to Ontario. Almost everything they grow and sell is pollinator-friendly and now includes a selection of native perennials. “At first, we saw a need for a source of ethically propagated native plants. We helped people become more informed about and interested in planting native species instead of invasive species. However, as we learned more about pollinators and how at risk they are, their promotion has become a big part of what we do. We have been to several pollinator events and now we want to have something in Dufferin County to help spread the word locally,” said Payne. With a playful approach, Ian and Viki describe themselves on their website as “passionate people perpetually providing provincially propagated pollinator preferred plants for a positive planet”. For more information about Not So Hollow Farm and pollinators or to register for the Bees to Butterflies and beyond event, go to www. notsohollowfarm.ca. Registration is strongly encouraged. Admission costs $10 per person or $20 per family.
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(Continued from page 1) vacancies,” said Schellenberg. The facility is not a project of the United Church but the majority of the foundation members are members of the church. Schellenberg said she approached the church with the idea because of her experience in Mount Albert, where 20 apartment units for seniors were built in 1979. In 1982, 32 units were added and another 30 units were built in 2007. All 82 units are now occupied and there is a 30-unit waiting list for apartments with market value rent and more than 850 units on the waiting list for those who qualify for rent-geared-to-income apartments. With a not-for-profit entity in the process of being incorporated and professionals coming on board, project officials are also looking for volunteers with experience in finance, construction, proposal writing and other applicable skills. Anyone interested in offering financial contributions, expertise and volunteer services is welcome to call Wendy Schellenberg at 705-466-5221.
MUSIC FOR A
FEATURING
The Creemore Choral Festival Singers
Soprano Soloist Claire de Sévigné Tenor Soloist Stephen McClare Artistic Director Thomas Bell & The Festival Orchestra
SATURDAY, JUNE 13 at 7:30pm St. John’s United Church Creemore
Information and application forms are available at www.phahs.ca or contact Jim Harkness at 705-428-0957 jim.harkness@sympatico.ca A list of businesses willing to host an artist is available upon request. Participating artists will be invited to display a piece of art at a Group Show at Station on the Green, throughout the Festival weekend.
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Women’s Institute members report 5,198 volunteer 13 hours CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, February 1, 2008 •
by Mary Stone S i m c o e C e n t r e - We s t Wo m e n ’s Institute held the 111th District Annual May 12 at Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church in Elmvale. Vice president Joyce Millsap welcomed everyone. The theme for the day was “New growth and changes in the family farm.” President Sandy Houston thanked members for helping at the Maple Syrup Festival. She also mentioned the declining membership in Women’s Institute. In 1959, Ontario had 56,000, while last year there was only 5,500. Donna Jebb performed the Ratification of District Directors and also the Installation of Officers. Congratulations to Margaret Stone whom was presented with her 50-year pin. In memorium remembered several members and former members, all of who were quite active in Women’s Institute. They were Mary Loftus, Margaret Smith, Gertie Carruthers, Jean Adams, Hilda Sibthorpe, Betty Henderson and Helen Maynard. We now have 85 members with only 75 active, these women reported 5,198 volunteer hours in the communities. Guest speaker John Miller, owner of Miller Dairy in Creemore, told us how his great grandfather is credited
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Fifty-year member Margaret Stone (seated), with president Sandra Houston (right) and vice president Joyce Millsap.
Executive members vice president Joyce Millsap (front, from left), president Sandy Houston, secretary-teasurer Cindy Lockhart, Back row: Coordinator Doreen Smith (rose coordinator), Eileen Martin (membership), Mary Stone (public relations), past president Dianne Ritchie and Elainne Steele (assistant rose coordinator).
with being the first dairyman to sell milk in a bottle in 1896. Thinking it would be great to carry on the tradition they bought equipment to pasteurize their own milk. They milk 120 cows twice a day and about half the milk they produce is bottled on their site, the rest is sold for external processing. They sell milk in glass bottles, the only additive is some vitamins.
Dairy products are sold to over 90 locations and they provide ice cream base for Belly Ice Cream Company in Huntsville. The Miller family, with hired help, farm around 1,200 acres, from this 1,000 acres is for cash crop the rest feeds over 240 purebred Jerseys. Come out and meet the girls that provide the fresh Jersey milk. Miller Dairy will be hosting an Open House
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Congratulations Sydney Redpath on receiving your Bachelor of Nursing Degree from the University of Calgary and for becoming a Registered Nurse. Proud parents Rick and Karen Redpath, Grandparents, Alf and Alice Redpath, Orky and Helen Kerr and the entire family wish you the best in your new career.
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Big Heart Seniors host dinner party June 18
Bowling is fun at Avening Hall
seniors
President Ray Leighton had two Canada Day is fast approaching and I wondered if I could let you in on a little messages on his answering machine Canadian humour. last week, one of which told us that an old friend George Blakney has been in There was a war between hospital for three weeks after a bowel Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. The operation and we all wish him well. Newfies were lobbing hand grenades; the Nova Scotians were pulling the pins The other message was from another Evelyn and throwing them back. old friend Warren Gale just saying hello WARDEN One day and Englishman, an American and that he is missing us. Replacing our usual potluck lunch we and a Canadian walked into a pub together. They proceeded to each buy a pint of are to have a catered dinner June 18, open to all members in regular attendance. Labatt’s Blue. Just as they were about to enjoy their beverage, three flies landed in each of their pints. Guests and occasional players are welcome at a charge of $15. We will be taking a count at cards The Englishman pushed his beer away from him June 11 to let the catering team know how many in disgust. The American fished the offending fly out of his beer and continued drinking as if nothing to expect. happened. The Canadian picked the fly out of his We had 44 members for cards and lucky drink and started shaking it over the pint, yelling, draws were won by Janice Stephens, Sheila Fenton, Marj Thomson, Jim Rigney, Corinne “Spit it out.� Remember: To the world you might be but one, Brownridge, Karl Seifert, Leona Hartling, Bob but to one you might be the world. McNicol, Toosje Vasvari, Phyllis Seed, Marcia Cameron and Marg Hennessy. Seven moon shots were played by John Van Voorst, Martin Verstraten, Peter Gubbels, Irma Flack, Jim Rigney and Evelyn Warden with two, one of which won the travel prize. Winners at cards were Eileen Nash, 306; Evelyn Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram Warden, 306; Roy Veinot, 293; Irma Flack, 286 and low went to Jim Ferguson, 121.
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The Avening Hall ladies’ bowling teams recently held their dinner and awards night at Mylar and Loreta's restaurant in Singhampton. We have such fun. Four of our members had perfect attendance; Ellen Whitley, Dianna Hector, Marie Kidd and Emma Noonan. Donna Robertson captured the top score for spares at 196, high average 138. High score regular bowler Valerie Nordstrom won top score at 185, high average 135. Top team award went to the team of Nellie Curran, Linda Cockton, Kathy Meeser, Kate Fleming and Pat MacDonald. They had 62 points. Special thanks to our spares for filling in. We bowl from October to March, Wednesday afternoons at 12:30 p.m. or at 2 p.m. It is great exercise, not much competition, good Christmas party, year-end fun with a dinner out and great prizes. Come join us, we need you. Call Linda at 705-466-2027 or Dee at 705-466-2432.
Tag day volunteers needed
The Alzheimer Society is looking for people to volunteer at its tag day August 14 and 15. The two-hour shifts are in Collingwood, Stayner and Wasaga Beach. Proceeds go to support the society’s programs and services. Anyone interested is asked to contact the volunteer resources coordinator for an Interview at 705-7221066 or mglanfield@alzheimersociety.ca.
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Hay for sale – Small squares and 4x5’ rounds of horse hay. We deliver yearround. Call Norm of Stonehedge Farms at 705-466-2607.
Please join us for an evening of dancing, music and merriment as our parents' Margaret and Keith Wedding Rowbotham's 60th Anniversary on Friday, June 12, 2015 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Creemore Arena Hall, 220 Collingwood Street, Creemore. Live music by the “Country Troubadours”. Refreshments will be served – No Bar. Your company is a treasured gift, we request no other.
Belfry – Remembering Larry Belfry who passed away June 6, 2007. When a loved one becomes a memory That memory becomes a treasure. Love and miss you every day, Betty
Contents Sale: Farm Sold! Many items to clear – old pine slab doors, iron farm collectibles & garden décor, oil furnace & tank, wooden boxes, antique loom, decoys, old magazines, stainless steel countertop, truck box liner, tools, tractor rims & tires, pine dresser, lg qty of old picture frames, Persian rugs, etc. Call John Simpson for info. 705-446-4950. 27-foot Edel 820 Sailboat. A well cared for and cost effective cruiser. Sleeps 6. 13 Hp Volvo penta. $14,000 OBO. Call 705-441-3599 or e-mail hewitt.e@gmail. com #YOLO
Wanted: Old motorcycle for restoration. 1980s or earlier. Any condition considered. Call John Simpson at 705-446-4950.
Saturday, June 6: 56 George Street. Garage Sale starting at 8:30 a.m. Various household items.
Services
Saturday, June 13: St. James’ Church, Clougher-Lisle Hall at the North East Corner of Cty Rd 12 at Adjala-Tosorontio Conc 2. west of Lisle. Giant yard sale & bake table starting at 8 a.m.
for rent 2 Bedroom Country Apartment available June 1. No smoking, no pets, partially furnished, parking, Internet Satellite TV. References checked, first & last. $1175. Call 705-444-4853.
Cottage Country Housekeeping in Creemore and area. My services can be tailored to suit your individual needs. References available. For your free estimate call Lesley 705-627-8095.
wanted to rent Adult family seeking summer home for rent this August in the Creemore Hills. Familiar with the area, we hope for a clean, airy house with good views and a pond or pool. Wi-Fi and cable are desired and cats are a problem. Three or four bedrooms preferred. References available. Please contact david.harrison@phdmedia.com
Cutting Edge Lawn Care. Call 705-466-3716.
help wanted Looking for teenagers to do yard work and weeding during the week or on weekends. Location is 11 km west of Creemore. Call 705-466-3466.
Experienced Computer Technician new to the community and ready to help with your home computer. Specializing in upgrades, anti-virus and general trouble shooting. Contact Brad at 705-434-8236 or email brad.garbs@gmail.com.
Contractor Repairs, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations,peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy. 519-986-1781.
Florida Rental. Lovely quiet setting located near Disney and outlet shopping malls. Sleeps 6, two full baths. A/C. Winterized sunroom. Free wifi, telephone and television as well as washer and dryer. Renters have access to recreation faculties such as Olympic size pool, tennis and shuffle courts. Lake access. And lots of golf courses! Call 705-466-2150.
Green thumbs. Gardening etc. call 705-795-6967.
Elliott Painting and Decorating, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Booking for 2015 for interior painting/ wall papering. Call for free estimate 705466-2356.
College Pro Painters. Call now to set up your free estimate. Call Nathan Fuller at 705-441-6939.
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Emerton – In loving memory of Roy Emerton who passed away on June 9, 2013. Gone, yet not forgotten, Although we are apart, Your spirit lives within me, Forever in my heart. Love “Bell” xo
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yard sales
horses This year, the Cosack family is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Peace Valley Ranch in Mulmur. Check us out for Horse Boarding & Training, Trail & Ranch Riding. www.RawhideAdventures.on.ca. 519-925-0152.
dog boarding Your dog will enjoy their stay at Club Amarillo. Our Boarding Retreat boasts indoor and outdoor runs including large pack walks, grooming, flat screen TV, hand walking and more all set in the beautiful Mulmur hills. Contact Dana Mailhot 705466-6556 dana.rose10@hotmail.com.
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Emerton – In loving memory of two very special people. Tammy Lynn – May 5, 1990 Roy Edward – June 9, 2013 “You are forever in our hearts.” Miss you so much, Anne, Chris, Amanda, Jacob, Jack & Cole
Marjorie Thomson is turning 90! Please join us on Saturday, June 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Duntroon Schoolhouse, 8981 County Rd 91. Best wishes only please
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STOLL, Velma – In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother & great-grandmother who passed away June 8, 2013. She will never be forgotten, Though on earth she lives no more. But in memory she is with us, As she always was before. Gone but never to be forgotten. Love Brian, Mary Jane, Carol, Georgi & Maurene and families
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Hanson, Howard John Robert Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday May 27, 2015 in his 81st year. Dear father of Marilyn Grant (Ron), Lynda Anderson (Bryan), Howie Hanson (Cornelia Schutte), Heather Pepper (Martin) and Cynthia Pitul (John). Loving grandfather of Tammy, Tanya, Peter, Jeffery, Michael, Krista, Sarah, Chantel, Kimberly, Derek, Cassaundra-Leigh and Christopher and great grandfather to 22. Howard was predeceased by his wife Barbara Hanson and two infant sons. Visitation was held at Fawcett Funeral Home Creemore Chapel on Sunday, May 31, 2015. Funeral service took place at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 1, 2015 at St. Luke’s Anglican Church. Interment at Creemore Union Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Cancer Society or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family. Friends may visit Howard’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com
good food box The Good Food Box Program, a volunteer run organization, helps families eat a healthier diet with fresh fruit and vegetables. Order and by Wednesday, June 10 by phoning St. Luke’s Anglican Church and leave a message 705-4662206. Pick up & pay on Wednesday, June 17. $10/small or $15/large.
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Do you have a kind heart? Do you have a soft spot for felines? Do you have an hour a week to spare? Then perhaps you would be a purrrfect fit for Creemore Cats. We are a small group of 7 who have trapped and spayed or neutered 142 cats since November 2011. We could use some help and would like to increase our number of volunteers. If you are interested please phone Deirdre Pringle 705-4663822 or come and visit us this Saturday at the Creemore market. We will be at the Coffee Booth trying to raise some funds for our2work. We’d love to speak 5 to you.
The Creemore branch of the Royal Canadian Legion is available for rent. The hall will hold up to 400 people, bar can be arranged. Lounge will hold up to 150 people, bar can be arranged. Quiet Room will hold up to 30 people. Call 705-466-2330 to book. Catering is available for any event.
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• The Creemore Echo •
Friday, June 5, 2015
COME “FORE” SOME FUN AT NEW LOWELL UNITED CHURCH’S THIRD ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2015 1pm SHOT-GUN START WASAGA SANDS
GOLF CLUB $100 PER PERSON ($28 charitable receipt) Includes 18 holes of golf, cart, roast beef dinner, and prizes *Dinner Only: $25 per person
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Tender Township of Clearview Sidewalk Reconstruction 2015 • Contract No.: 300037319 SEALED BIDS, on forms supplied by the Contract Administrator, in the envelopes provided, will be received at the Township of Clearview, Municipal Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, Ontario, L0M 1S0 until but not later than: 1:30:00 PM local time, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 The Work includes approximately 784 m2 of concrete sidewalk installation, removal, disposal and reconstruction, including excavation, grading and full restoration, in the communities of Stayner, Creemore and Nottawa. Bid Documents may be obtained at the office of the Contract Administrator, R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited, 3 Ronell Crescent, Collingwood, Ontario, L9Y 4J6 for a non-refundable fee of $50.00 (44.25 + HST) payable to R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited. In addition to other provisions in the Bid Documents, the lowest or any Bid will not necessarily be accepted. Owner
Contract Administrator
Gerry LeMay, General Manager Transportation and Drainage Township of Clearview P.O. Box 200 217 Gideon Street Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 705-428-6230 ext. 230 Fax: 705-428-0288
Trevor Ireton, P.Eng. R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited 3 Ronell Crescent Collingwood, ON L9Y 4J6 705-797-4301 Fax: 705-446-2399
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