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NCPS hosts area cross country meet Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School will be hosting a cross-country run on Wednesday, Oct. 5. The school will welcome several hundred students attending from schools in the surrounding area. The race route is along Edward Street. As a result, Edward Street will be closed between Library Street and Airport Road. Mary Street will also be closed, from Edward Street, one block south to George Street. The teams will also be using Gowan Memorial Park as their home base between races. The school appreciates the community’s support of the event. A rain date has been set for Oct. 6.
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Brier Miller, 4, grooms her calf Zoey at the GNE Friday, in preparation for the pre-4H show. For more photos of the fall fair, see page 6-7.
Council votes to build library in Stayner by Trina Berlo Clearview council agreed Monday night to build a new library in Stayner, as an addition to the arena. After a decade of number crunching and debate, council voted to construct a 6,800 square foot library attached to the Stayner Community Centre. The staff-recommended site came before council with the blessing of the library board, although chair Bob Charlton made it clear that it was not anyone’s first choice. Board members, staff and council members all agreed that they would rather see the library remain in the downtown core but they are anxious to get out of the existing 2,411 square foot building, which is too small and has been in a state of disrepair at various times over the years. Three options were considered by staff in addition to the arena add-on, including building on the current location on Huron Street,
incorporating the library with Stayner Collegiate Institute, developing the Gideon Street property across from town hall. The township purchased the Perry/Gideon Street property across from town hall, in 2014 at a cost of $451,145, with a library building site in mind. It was not a recommended site though as it does not allow for ground-level on-site parking and future expansion. Also, a small triangular parcel of land is not owned by the township and would have to be purchased. At the Sept. 26 meeting, council was presented two options for the arena addition; an 8,200 square foot addition and a 6,800 squarefoot addition and council chose the smaller. Clearview Township CAO Stephen Sage said locating the library at the arena, building to the east and
south sides, will help reduce costs because it can use the existing washrooms and boardroom, plus take advantage of program space in the arena hall, which is typically underutilized. The total project costs would be $3,815,000 which includes $3,250,000 in borrowing, $250,000 in fundraising and $365,000 from existing or anticipated reserves. The intent is to create a hub at the arena, but with acknowledgement that removing the library from the downtown core may affect the central business area. The estimated price tag does not include any necessary renovations to the existing building. Council members talked about the location for much of the meeting. Councillor Robert Walker said the arena is already a hub for six months of the year, because of hockey and now it can be a hub year-round. (See “Arena” on page 3)
The Small Halls Festival is this weekend. There are many free family-friendly events on Saturday and Sunday that include laser tag, chicken races, superhero and princess event, knighting ceremonies and Lego. For a full schedule of free events and ticketed shows, visit www. SmallHallsFestival.ca.
SCI honours memory of Terry Fox Stayner Collegiate Institute is hosting a Terry Fox Run event on Friday, Sept. 30, including students of Clearview Meadows and Byng. Students in the Grade 12 Recreation and Fitness Leadership course have taken up the organization of the event and they have set a target of raising $5,000. The event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and include an assembly followed by a fun run around our track. The event’s teacher coordinator Corey French has offered to run 106 laps around the school’s track, the equivalent of a marathon and Terry Fox’s daily distance in the hopes of receiving more pledges. To donate, visit www.terryfox.ca/StaynerCIStayner.
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, September 30, 2016
COMMUNITY Calendar
Submit your community events info@creemore.com phone: 705-466-9906 fax: 705-466-9908
This Weekend Thursday, September 29 to Sunday, Oct. 2
• Small Halls Festival at Clearview Township. Fun activities, events and concerts at small halls throughout the township. Go to www. smallhallsfestival.ca for more information.
Friday, September 30
• Toonie Lunch at St. Luke's Anglican Church from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Homemade soup with friends. • Opening Night Preview Reception for the Creemore Festival of the Arts by Purple Hills Arts & Heritage Society. At Station on the Green from 5 to 7 p.m. Preview the art installation The Weight of Paper and the Artists on Location group show. Refreshments available. Admission free to Purple Hills members, by donation for anyone else. Sponsored by Chestnut Park, Cheryl MacLaurin & Rob McAleer. All welcome. • Opening Art Reception at Curiosity House Books with Chris Roberts "Back from the Wilderness" at 6 p.m. at 178 Mill Street. Call 705-466-3400 or info@curiosityhousebooks.com for details.
Saturday, October 1
• Creemore Minor Hockey is hosting a Co-ed Baseball Tournament at Gowan Park, Edward Street East. Creemore, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Come out and watch some baseball & have lunch with us. Thank you for supporting our local kids.
• Fall Plant Sale at Stayner Gazebo, Corner of Huron and Main Streets, Stayner from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Stayner Garden Club fundraising for community gardens projects. • History Hosts will be joining Paul Eprile at the Creemore Log Cabin to welcome visitors, telling them about the Cabin’s history, its first residents, and also about the history of the Old Jail. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. this week and next week. Call 705-4662261 for more information. • Family friendly contra and square dance at Avening Hall from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tickets cost $10. Kids get in free. Music by the O`Schraves and calling by Frank Francalanza. Tickets at www. smallhallsfestival.ca. • Fowl Supper at St. John's United Church, Creemore from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $15, children 6 and up $5. Everyone welcome. • Book Launch & Signing at Curiosity House Book Store, 178 Mill Street, Creemore from 5 to 7 p.m. Pat Raible will be launching her book The Petun: People of the Hills at this book launch to coincide with the Creemore Festival of the Arts. $18.95 per book. Call 705-466-3400 or info@ curiosityhousebooks.com for details.
Saturday, October 1 to Sunday, Oct. 2
• Creemore Festival of the Arts by Purple Hills Arts & Heritage Society – a part of the Small Halls Festival. The Weight of Paper, an art installation by Liz Eakins at Station on the Green from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day; The Face of Cliff, a collection of photographs, poetry & artifacts by Paul Eprile; reading with Paul Eprile Poems for Cliff at the Creemore Log Cabin from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day; artists on location throughout Creemore – get your map at Station on the Green. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. www.phahs.ca for more info.
Sunday, October 2
• Church Services on page 5.
• St. James Anglican Church, Lisle, 130th Anniversary at 9:30 a.m. Coinciding with this event, their organist Bert Schaly will be celebrating his 60th Anniversary as organist. Bishop Peter Felty will be the speaker at this event. Lunch will be served after the service. All are welcome. • Attention Beekeepers! The Heritage Bee Co. in Mulmur. Bee Natural Caretakers meets from 1 to 3 p.m. Guest speakers are Michael Bush (LIVE from Nebraska) plus Les Eccles of the OBA. RSVP to beenaturalcaretakers@gmail.com. Free to members and first time guests. Call Debbie Gray, The Heritage Bee Co., at 705-466-BEES (2337) or Ian Payne at 705-466-6290 or idpayne@notsohollowfarm.ca.
Upcoming Events Wednesday, October 5
• Registration for the Creemore Skating Club at Creemore Arena from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Programs offered include Pre-CanSkate & CanSkate (Learn to skate program for skaters 3 years of age and older), STARSkate (Figure Skating) and Adult STARSkate (Adult Figure Skating). For more information contact Annette Belkosky at a.belkosky@hotmail.ca or Julie Bigham at 705-466-2977 or jbigham30@hotmail.com.
Thursday, October 6
• Fall Angus Farmers' Market next to the Essa Public Library in Angus, 8505 Cty Rd 10, from 4 to 7 p.m. Come stroll the last market of the season. BBQ, classic car show, local fare, and live music. A chance to win a special Market Basket filled with local produce with each purchase you make. Visit www. angusfarmersmarket.ca for more information.
Saturday, October 8
• Thanksgiving Farmers’ Market at Station on the Green from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This will be the last Farmers’ Market of the season. • Dunedin’s 15th Annual Fall Colour Cancer Walk starting at 10 a.m. for a 6 km walk from Dunedin Hall to Glen Huron. (you’ll get a ride back to Dunedin) All proceeds will go to Canadian Cancer Society. Call Donna Hammill at 705-4663071 for sponsor sheets or 705-726-8032 ext.3224 for more details. • 10th Apple Pie Contest at the Creemore Farmers' Market. Bring your pie to the table by 9:30 a.m. Winners to be announced at 10:30 a.m. Come by for a slice of pie after 10:30 a.m. Price is a donation to Tree Society of Creemore - the charity of choice of special guest judge Linda Cockton. • Horse, Hound and Harvest Parade. Watch as the Toronto and North York Hunt Club ride down Mill Street. Ride starts at 11 a.m. looping through Creemore twice. Join in the blessing of the hounds after the ride in the Gordon Feed and Seed lot.
that works to alleviate poverty among vulnerable people in Rwanda. Crafts made by Rwandan artisans will be available to purchase. Potluck dinner at 6 p.m. All ages are welcome! Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 3521 County Road 124, 3 km. south of Nottawa.
Friday, October 14
• Creemore Curling Club Social & Registration at Creemore Curling Club from 7 to 9:30 p.m. For more information call Adam Verstegen, 705-6072326 or amverstegen@hotmail.com.
Saturday, October 15
• SCI Fundraiser Roast Beef Dinner at Creemore Legion, 27 Wellington Street West, Creemore from 5 to 7:30 p.m. to help raise money for the SCI trip to Vimy. Roast beef & gravy, mashed potatoes, salad, 2 veggies, pies, buns & butter, coffee/tea. $20. All proceeds go to this endeavour. RSVP: Call Dee at 705466-2432 or the Creemore Legion at 705-466-2202.
Sunday, October 16
• Elvis Presley & Roy Orbison Show at Creemore Legion, 27 Wellington Street West, Creemore at 7:30 p.m. Creemore Legion Branch 397 proudly presents Garry Wesley & Ian Roy as Elvis Presley & Roy Orbison. $20 - available at Creemore Echo or at Creemore Legion. Call 705-466-2202 for more info.
Wednesday, October 19
• Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for Teddy Bears Daycare, 6 Elizabeth Street East from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Spaghetti, Caesar salad, fresh bread, bottled water & dessert. Raffle for a Halloween basket. Monsters for sale. Face painting. Adults $8, kids/ seniors $5, $20 per family.
Wednesday, October 12
• Ladies Wednesday Night Darts starts tonight at 7:30 p.m. $10 start up plus $2 per night. Everyone welcome. This is a fun night. It doesn't matter if you have played before or not – you will have a good time and learn along the way. For more information, call Dee at 705-466-2432. • Emmanuel Presbyterian Church Keenagers Meeting. Johanne St. Louis will be speaking about the work of DODA International, an organization
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Saturday, October 22
• Roast Pork Supper & Silent Auction at Knox Presbyterian Church, 160 King St. S., Alliston at 6 p.m. Auction items may be viewed at 5:30 p.m. Adults $17, children (5-12) $5, under 5 free. Call 705-435-5081 for more information.
Sunday, October 23
• Tea & History with Pat Raible at Station on the Green at 2 p.m. Our own Pat Raible has published a new book, The Petun: People of the Hills, the result of her deep interest in the people who lived here 400 years ago (available at Curiosity House). Join us to celebrate her achievement. Helen Blackburn will share some Petun artifacts from her collection. Presented by Purple Hills Arts & Heritage Society. www.phahs.ca.
Saturday, October 30
• Majengo Party at Lynn Connell's River House in Dunedin from 2 to 5 p.m. Get updates & stories. Come celebrate. 8961 Cty Rd 9.
Thursday, November 3
• GNE Autumn Leaves Fashion Show at GNE Fairgrounds, 2220 Fairgrounds Rd N, Clearview at 7 p.m. Win a free fashion makeover – buy your ticket before Oct. 21 to enter. $15. Tickets available at Stayner Town & Country or by calling 705-444-2992. Presented by the Collingwood Agricultural Society.
Friday, November 4
• Breaking Down Barriers Euchre Tournament at Collingwood Legion, 490 Ontario St., Collingwood at 7 p.m. Free snacks, 50-50 draw, door prizes. Must register by Oct. 28. $25 advance, $30 at door. Call 705-445-1543 ext. 221.
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Arena is not first choice for library Staff photo: Trina Berlo
Love this Town Joel Plaskett performs to a sold-out audience at Avening Hall Sept. 24.
Linda Cockton, honourary named pie contest judge The 10th annual Creemore Apple Pie Contest will be a part of the village’s Thanksgiving celebrations. Bakers are encouraged to have a homemade pie ready for the judges on Saturday, Oct. 8. Apple pies must be submitted by 9:30 a.m. at the Farmers’ Market next to Station on the Green. They will be judged on flavour, appearance, crust and texture. Ribbons will be awarded for the best pies and those in attendance will have a chance to judge for themselves when the pie is served up after the judging. Donations are being accepted.
Creemore resident Linda Cockton is this year’s honourary judge and she is directing proceeds to the Tree Society of Creemore. Judging will be complete by 10:30 a.m., in time to catch the Toronto and North York Hunt’s ride to hounds at 11 a.m. The parade starts and finishes at the Gordon Feed and Seed lot, directly across from Foodland. Spectators are invited to come by the lot after the parade to admire the horses, pet the hounds and meet the riders and witness a Blessing of the Hounds and Horses.
Taste some of the offerings of the apple pie contest and fresh-baked good all topped with Gaylea Whipped Cream
Local Church Directory Sunday, October 2 Creemore Baptist Church Service at 11 am Wellington Street West
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Services: New Lowell at 9:45 a.m. St. John's, Creemore at 11 a.m.
Sun. October 2 St. James Anglican Church, Lisle 130th Anniversary Service at 9:30 a.m. Coinciding with
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come to supporting a new library in Stayner, he is holding out for an option that would see Nottawa residents get access to the library in Collingwood, where they prefer to go. There is a report coming from library CEO Jennifer LaChapelle that will address that issue. When Davidson, perhaps trying to stir the pot, suggested that $25,000 be added to the budget to subsidize those memberships, he couldn’t get a seconder. Measures said they should hold off until they get the data. Charlton said the library is a place where youth come to do homework, meet with counselors and social workers, where people come to connect with their community and get information. He hopes the new library would have a community living room where people can have a coffee and chat with neighbours. Council also approved the creation of a building committee to facilitate the project made up of Walker, Connie Leishman, chief building official Scott McLeod, treasurer Edward Henley, Sage, LaChapelle and two additional library board members to be appointed by the library board. It also directed staff to apply for funding when possible, include sufficient provisional items within the tender to ensure the project is within budget and create concept drawings prior to selecting an architect. The goal is to have the new branch open by 2018. LaChapelle indicated that she is prepared to move into the new location without an increase in staffing levels.
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(Continued from page 1) “We need to move forward with this, we have talked about it for two terms,” he said, adding library staff needs more space to incorporate technology, such as additional computer labs and a 3D printer. Councillor Shawn Davidson said it’s not what he was hoping for. “We have been going around in circles on this for a decade,” he said. “This removes the possibility of taking over Byng or doing anything with the vacant lot across the street. Everyone needs to realize not a lot is going to happen with this element being taken out of the downtown.” He said he would support option 2. “It will be a luxury compared to what we have now. I still don’t like where it is,” said Davidson. Councillor Thom Paterson said he liked the CAO’s approach to make the project size fit the budget. “There will be enough provisional items built into the project that we will come in on budget,” he said. “We’ll probably take it on the chin,” said Councillor Deborah Bronée, “but from a fiscal standpoint it’s probably better at the community centre.” She said when it comes to accessibility standards, it’s better to build new than try to retrofit. Two council members, Doug Measures and Deputy Mayor Barry Burton, did not support the project. Burton said he would rather see an addition to the existing library, which is in a prime location. Measures said although it’s the closest he has ever
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, September 30, 2016
Opinion EDITORIAL
Love ‘em or leave ‘em As the community gears up for Small Halls Festival this weekend, the future is once again uncertain. We found out last week that the lowest tender for the Avening Hall renovation came in at $654,000, plus engineering. That is a lot of money, and $200,000 more than estimated. The tender has yet to go before council for official discussion but people are asking questions. How much money can we put into these facilities? How can we reduce the cost? It is important to remember that the township started out on this path to accessibility because of legislation that requires all publically owned buildings be barrier-free by 2025. The concept is great. Pulling it off has proven to be very difficult and costly. In 2013, council was given the option of investing in the halls or shutting them down. They chose to keep them open, despite the necessary investment. To be fair, council had no idea the size of the price tags they would face. Two years ago, the township applied for a grant that would help pay for the renovation to Avening Hall but the application was made using estimates from a 2012 facilities assessment that estimated the accessibility renovation would cost $225,000. The report estimated another $500,000 in renovations are needed at halls in Brentwood, Dunedin, Nottawa, Duntroon and Sunnidale Corners. We now know that we should probably triple that estimate. These halls, although owned by the municipality, have been operated and maintained by volunteers. In some cases, they were built by community members, using donated materials and volunteer labour. Fundraising and user fees pay the bills. They have operated under the radar in many ways with very few or no issues. Right after the 2013 council decision to invest in the halls, the Small Halls Festival was launched. We are now going into the third year and council has invested in the event substantially. We don’t know exactly how much money is flowing through the event annually but it is upwards of $50,000. Some of the funds are coming from this year’s municipal budget, some from sponsorships and a large portion is from grants. We have invested so much in the halls and the festival, we almost have no choice but to march onward. Otherwise, it will feel like all that money, not to mention time and energy, will be wasted. These numbers tell us that if we were to let all the halls go, that they be sold off, we would not be able to afford to build any kind of public space. Those days are gone. We know other communities regret doing just that. So, get out this weekend and experience the magic of one of Clearview’s halls. See for yourself if they are worth spending more than $1 million to make barrier-free. If we decide they are aren’t worth the investment, they will have to close eventually. For now, we can celebrate community and the best of rural living.
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A 1909 postcard of the Maple Valley post office. The X marks a building that burned down on July 12 of that year. Photo submitted by Brent Elder.
Recovering money appropriate, responsible Editor: I am writing in regards to the letter to the editor by Donna Baylis in last week’s Echo. I always encourage people to be more aware of what happens at county council, however Ms. Baylis should have taken more time to learn the facts about the Beeton Woods issue. The property in question is located near the village of Beeton and is privately owned (not public) and is zoned agricultural. The residents of Beeton trespassed onto this private property on a regular basis and used it as their own personal forest. The property owner decided he wanted to clear the trees and use it for agricultural purposes (which is allowed with a permit). In January 2012, a stop work order was placed on the property for tree cutting without a permit under the Forest Conservation Bylaw. Following discussions with the owner, Ministry of Natural Resources, The NVCA and Simcoe County, terms of a permit were agreed upon by all parties which included the preparation and acceptance of an Environmental Impact Study, a reduction in the clearing area, protection of certain features and replanting of some Butternut trees (these are the only protected species on site). In January 2015 a permit was granted by decision of county council to allow tree clearing under the agreed terms. Following the issue of the agreed terms and the beginning of tree cutting, local residents expressed concern about disturbance of cultural heritage. The county issued another stop work order to hear from the local residents. The owner appealed the stop work order and after consultation with legal counsel it was determined
that the fairest way to deal with this issue was to hold an appeal hearing before county council (as provided for in the Forest Conservation By-Law). The hearing was conducted in two parts. On April 14, 2016 at county council chambers and many local Beeton residents spoke at the hearing, expressing their objections to the clearing of the forest. The second part was on May 12, 2016 where county council deliberated and made the decision to issue the permit (lift the stop work order). One must remember this is still private property being cleared for agricultural use as permitted by the agricultural zoning and all conditions of the permit were being met by the property owner. Up until then, involved parties had legal representation at both parts of the hearing and AWARE Simcoe was present in the gallery video recording the events. Following the hearing the county and the property owner were served with an application to the Divisional Court for a judicial review. The application was made by AWARE Simcoe alleging that county council had conducted the hearing improperly. AWARE Simcoe also applied for an interim order to prevent any tree cutting while awaiting a decision on the judicial review. Up until then the County of Simcoe had incurred thousands of dollars in legal fees and now additional legal fees would be incurred defending the appeal by AWARE Simcoe. The judge hearing the matter (Justice Eberhard) determined that Simcoe County had not acted (See “Appeal” on page 5)
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Leitch demonstrates lack of human values Editor: Kellie Leitch is not qualified to be a member of parliament, let alone the leader of a major political party. By the mere suggestion of establishing a Canadian values test, Leitch demonstrates a devastating lack of human values that all Canadians, no, all human beings require of their neighbours and community leaders. She has thoughtlessly responded to the suffering and plight of other human beings with contempt and her actions are provoking an unusually cruel
mindset in others. Canada is, and always has been, a place of safety and refuge for the exhausted and suffering. Canada embodies tolerance, empathy and charity. We are a home to the hopeful. In every way possible, my wife and I work to instill in our children the principles of tolerance understanding and curiosity of others. We refuse to allow Leitch’s values to corrupt that. Peter Madore, Creemore.
Appeal caused undue expense to taxpayer (Continued from page 4) improperly and determined that the case for AWARE Simcoe had little chance for success and therefore denied the interim order. As part of the order Justice Eberhard invited Simcoe County and the Property Owner to make submissions to costs. Justice Eberhard awarded $25,000 to the property owner and $5,000 to Simcoe County. Simcoe County council then went into deliberation to determine if the county should recover the settlement awarded to them. It was determined that the thousands of dollars in legal costs dealing with this issue and additional costs defending the appeal by AWARE Simcoe was an undue expense to the taxpayer and efforts to recover
what monies the county could was appropriate and the responsible course of action on behalf of the taxpayer. In closing, I encourage all residents of Simcoe County to express any concerns or issues that may occur in their community. I am always available and I will do my best to provide accurate information. I am amazed how difficult it is to get information to the public but how quickly incorrect information can spread. This is certainly not a SLAPP suit and AWARE Simcoe’s actions created a situation that forced added expenses on the back of the taxpayer. Barry Burton, Deputy Mayor Clearview Township Creemore.
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, September 30, 2016
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Clockwise from top left: Charles Rivett from Cookstown competes in the Friday night tractor pull; The smash up derby is a fair favourite; For his first competition ever Wayne Stephenson of Pink Ribbon Percheron entered the Open Single Class driving Cassandra, with Rusty McArthur shotgun; Students hold out their hands hoping for a kiss from Kari, while she is waiting to go into the ring with Olivia Walker, during education day Friday.
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$1,595,000 | Stunning Post and Beam with spectacular views on 64 acres just south of Creemore on dead end road. Salt water pool & 2 storey Guest house. Main house has 5 beds, 3 baths, five star kitchen, hardwood floors, great room with wood burning fireplace, large rec room. Woods with trails and Mad River borders the property.
$1,495,000 |Handcrafted log home with big views, 50 acres & swimming pond. Light filled great room with 20 ft cathedral ceilings, fireplace, & french doors. Large entertainers kitchen with eat-in space & separate dining room. Master with ensuite & loft, 3 more beds and 4 baths. Barn and 2nd small log house at pond.
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$849,000 | Gracious country home with panoramic views on 8 acres. Main fl master, family room & laundry. Entertainers’ house w/ large kitchen, large deck, screened porch & studio/ rec space.
4427,000 | Quality built impeccably maintained brick home offers choice of 2 master bedrooms both with ensuite and walk in closet. Generous bright principle rooms have 9ft ceilings, crown moulding & deep baseboards. sep dining room with walkout to large deck and landscaped yard. Lower level has large family room, 3rd bed and bath and lots of storage
Grew my family business into a community leader. Embraced travel and experienced new cultures.
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The 161st fall fair took place at the Great Norther Exhibition (GNE) grounds Sept. 23-25. The winners of Friday night's ambassador competition (pictured left) are Hannah Gardner of Maple Valley (Senior Ambassador) and Kole Walker of Stayner (Junior Ambassador). They will represent Clearview Township and area at agricultural events throughout the year. The fair is put on by volunteers with the Collingwood Agricultural Society and is always a crowd pleaser.
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Don’t forget to download the Small Halls Festival App for event details and directions!
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Correction
Church starts Kids Club
Cliff Lindsay was born on the Blind Line (Concession 11), but lived on Concession 10 Nottawasaga during his friendship with Paul Eprile (1974-1991). The Echo apologizes for the error. Eprile's show opens this weekend at Creemore Log Cabin.
Clearview Community Outreach, a branch of Clearview Community Church, is starting a Creemore Kids Club. A free monthly program for youth in Grades 1-8, at Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School. “It comes from our conversations with folks in the Creemore community asking for something for their kids to be a part of. There is a great kids program every Wednesday in Stayner, but one in Creemore seemed to be a real need that families and parents were asking for, and we knew that we could provide it,” said executive director Clayton Culham. “Creemore Kids Club will provide a safe space for children grades 1-8 to develop relationships with each other and develop positive mentorship relationships with youth and adults from their community. Each kids club has games, competitions and small group discussions where kids can build relationships with each other and leaders.” Group discussions will include topics such as faith, character, influences and conflict management. The first meeting is Friday, Sept. 30 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and a second meeting is planned for Oct. 28. For more information, find Creemore Kids Club on Facebook, follow @CCCCreemore on Twitter or call at 705-428-6543.
Lisle church, organist mark anniversaries
St. James Anglican Church organist Bert Schaly is marking his 60th anniversary as an organist, 13 of those years at the Lisle church. The celebration coincides with the 130th anniversary of the church itself. The festivities take place this Sunday, Oct. 2. Before playing in Lisle, Schaly was Bert Schaly organist for the First Christian Reformed Church in Barrie for 47 years. The self-taught organist started playing when he was 16 years old. The anniversary service, with Bishop Peter Felty, PETER TAYLOR PETER TAYLOR PETER TAYLOR starts at 9:30 a.m. Lunch will be served. All are welcome.
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Tank Truck Delivery of Furnace & Stove Oil
Author Pat Raible will be present. The author, with well-researched words, gives us the images we need to see life as it was for the first residents of Creemore and the area. What a wonderful and lasting gift! Wayne Townsend, Curator emeritus, Dufferin County Museum and Archives
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Rusty, I dropped my watch on the way to the post office.
Friday, September 30 A mix of sun and clouds High 17 Low 13 Wind E 25 km/h POP 30%
Oh Dear, Spike, it was so Y G F G O. I hope you found it.
Saturday, October 1 Light rain High 16 Low 15 Wind E 25 km/h POP 90%
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Turkey dinner at St. John's Oct. 1 He was a little ticked until Sad news of the passing he picked them up and read of Kevin Keogh was passed the messages on them. on and funeral arrangements were found out at the end of The messages were I love cards, the funeral was Sept. you Dad, please come home Dad, I miss you Dad. The 27 at St. James Catholic neighbour gathered all the Church in Colgan, Ontario. planes and put them in a There is a turkey dinner at Evelyn Warden box, found the address of the St. John's United Church on soldier and sent them off. Main Street in Creemore on Oct. 1 from Weeks later the boy who had sent the 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. All are welcome. planes, received a box and in it were We had 38 members out for cards a great number of paper planes with today and the 50/50 draws were won by Karl Seifert, Lillian Hiltz, x2, messages reading I miss you too son, I love you son and I will be coming Peter Gubbels, Irma Flack, Marcia home soon. A kind caring neighbour Cameron and Pat Broad. deserves much recognition for his time Only three Moon Shots were played and kind act. by Pat Winger, Marcia Cameron On a long table in a cafeteria in a with the travel prize to Roy Veinot. school was a large number of apples Winners at cards were Sherry and a sign written by the teacher, Lohnes, 281; Alinda Bishop, 277; “take only one, God is watching�. At Alma Seifert, 259 and June Hartley, 259 with low went to Ron Laing, 39. the other end of the table was a large pile of chocolate chip cookies and a The chair prize was not won. student had written a note saying, “take An elderly gentleman went into his as many as you want God is watching back yard only to find a great number of paper airplanes strewn all around. the apples�.
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Winners of the Creemore Ladies 3 Pitch Ball Tournament Sept. 10. Top row, from left: Sara Kimberley, De-Anna MacRae, Karen Lomath, Jill Jankewicz, Rebecca Durham, Natasha Trott, Lorraine Oster, Jessica Rappitt. Front row, from left: Caitlin Burk, Amanda Royal, Shelly, Marcy Stewart, Kim Maxwell, Brittney O’leary, Cathy Cook. Front: pitcher Kelly Patton. Missing: Brandy Kingham and Diane Montgomery. The team is sponsored by Flowers By Ms. Design.
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Submit your classified ad by 5 pm Tuesday: call 705-466-9906, fax 705-466-9908, email info@creemore.com,$17 + hst for 25 words or less
for sale
rental wanted
notice
in memoriam
Hay for sale – Small squares and 4’x 5’ rounds of horse hay. We deliver year-round. Call Norm of Stonehedge Farms at 705-466-2607.
Looking for 3 bedroom home for long-term rental in Creemore area (Creemore to Duntroon to Glen Huron area or in Pretty River Valley) Flexible in the summer. Call 416-5612241 or ryanmcintosh@rogers.com.
Planning an event? 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.
In memory of Gladys Curran. Born September 9, 1902 in Osprey Township, Ontario. Died September 30, 1999 in Collingwood, Ontario. 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. Frank & Nellie Curran and families.
horses
horse classes
Looking for a new place to board your horse? Peace Valley Ranch offers riding trails across 200 acres, an indoor arena, large outdoor riding corral, and on site horse trainers. A non-competitive and relaxed learning environment, with a focus on building the partnership between you and your horse. Outdoor pasture board including all amenities offered at $300 + hst monthly. We also offer Snow Bird boarding for the winter, retirement board, and box stalls. Give us a call at 519-925- 6628. We’d love to meet you and your horse!
HORSE BEHAVIOUR CLASS: Positive & Negative Reinforcement. At LoFoSo™ Equine Behaviour. $30 pp. Sat. October 1, 10 a.m. to noon, Glencairn. See website for details and online sign up. SEE YOU IN CLASS! www.lofosoequinebehaviour.com/ classroom-presentations-schedule.html
Firewood: Dry hardwood maple seasoned 15” lengths. $350 per bush cord. Free delivery. Volume discounts. 12” lengths available. Complete woodlot management. Call 519-986-2474. LOCALLY GROWN McArthur APPLES. Assortment of apples – any quantity available ½ bushel to 3 lb bag. 1216 Fairgrounds Rd. Open 9-5 7 days a week. Chrome Mounted Martin’s leather work team harness. Also breast collar single harness. Both brand new. Contact Bill at 705466-5725. Seasoned firewood for sale. $300 per bush cord. Delivered to most areas. Call 705-424-5126.
rentals Beautiful and peaceful country home for rent from November 1 to April 30 (flexible). Three bedrooms, two baths. Can accommodate up to 8 adults. Privacy and tranquility on 47 acres. 90 minutes from Toronto; 30 minutes south of Creemore. Ideal for getaways, hiking, skiing, and snowmobiling. $3700 per month. Furnished. Includes utilities. Contact amazinghomeforrent@gmail.com or 416-910-9841.
help wanted Property Maintenance needed near Mansfield using chain-saw, weedwacker and tractor. Part-time work 2-3 days / month $ 20 / hr. Call David at 416-509-6460.
Law firm in Stayner needs full-time bookkeeper. Must know QuickBooks and have a diploma or relevant experience. Pay flexible based on experience. Send resume to greg.mcnally@ngma.ca.
Toronto family, while building their home in Creemore, is looking for a winter rental (Devil’s Glen). Timing is flexible, Dec. 15 to Apr. 1 is preferred. Please call 416-532-2200 and ask for Natalie.
Services Elliott Painting and Decorating, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Interior and exterior painting and wallpapering. Call for free estimate at 705-466-2356. Rod the Window Cleaner. Summer is gone and autumn is here. Residential, commercial window cleaning. You deserve a clear view. Call Rod at 705-3510768. References on request. Professional Estate Home Painting service available. Minor repairs, all types of spaces and surfaces, staining, interior/exterior. References available. Call J.R. Banks Paint at 1-519-2172096. Tree removal, wood chipping and stump removal available. Call Tyler Kueper at 705-791-5478. 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. Painting. Masonry & Parging. Professional quality. Call Don for estimate at 705-424-0708.
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thank you Thank You to Bob Ransier & Stewart and Jim for delivering the winning pumpkin (Class 10) to the GNE exhibition grounds. As Bob would say..."it is always for the kids." Tony Fry It is so great to be home. When I arrived on August 18 there were neighbours waiting in my front yard, balloons on the sign post, a banner across my front window, my flower gardens were weeded and many new flowers were planted. There was even a ramp built for me to get into my entrance easier. There were people and cars stopping in all day. It was very exciting. I have to thank my neighbours and family and friends for all the gifts and food and flowers. Thanks for helping me with rides, putting out the garbage and doing all sorts of jobs to make my homecoming so special. The quilt girls made me a video of the May Tea Party so that I didn’t miss a thing. With a few flowers in my garden, a few friends on my front porch and some fabric, I live without envy. Thank you everyone. I love this village! Linda Cockton
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women's hockey Creemore Women's Hockey (pick up/non competitive) welcome new players, 30 years of age and over. Games are Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. Starting October 15. Contact Vdunleavy@hotmail.com.
Evelyn’s
Country Gardens Time for Fall clean up & putting your perennial beds to bed for the winter. Call us for help.
Evelyn Downie
(705) 466-3109
EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT AUCTION!! FRIDAY OCTOBER 14TH, 10 AM. North of Shelburne on Cty Rd 124 to Cty Rd 21, go west to auction yard on south side or south of Dundalk on Hwy 10 to Cty Rd 21, go east to auction yard on south side.
Our annual fall Consignment Auction of Farm, Industrial, Recreational, Shop, Lawn & Garden Equipment, and tools, etc. Early consignments include: antique tractor; ATVs; snow blowers; tillers; manure spreaders; multiple woodworking tools; camping equipment; garden furniture; etc Preliminary list only, much more to come. Pictures and updates will be online on our web site and www.theauctionadvertiser.com Call to consign your good quality items. KIDD FAMILY AUCTIONS WWW.KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS.COM DENNIS@KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS.COM
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217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0
Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 • Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
www.clearview.ca
Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.
Community Assistance Grants Funding may be available to community non-profit organizations through application to Clearview Township Council. Applicants will be considered on merit and funding is not guaranteed. This grant opportunity may be available to community groups on an annual basis, depending upon Council’s budget. Each organization is required to complete an application form. The deadline for the 2017 Budget application is October 31, 2016. Applications are available at the Clearview Administration Centre, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner or on the Clearview Township website at http://www.clearview.ca Please note that only completed applications submitted to the Clerk’s office by the deadline will be considered. Brenda Falls, Dipl. M.A Deputy Clerk bfalls@clearview.ca 705-428-6230 ext. 223
2016 Fall Hydrant flushing The Township of Clearview Water Department will be flushing hydrants between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm on the following dates and location: STAYNER Oct. 3 - 6 BUCKINGHAMWOODS Oct. 6 - 7 CREEMORE Oct. 11 - 12 NEW LOWELL Oct. 13 - 14 McKEAN SUBDIVISION Oct. 17 - 19 COLLINGWOODLANDS Oct. 19 - 21 Please be advised discolored water could stain laundry during these times. If your water remains discolored or dirty, run water until clear. It is recommended water softeners are left in by-pass mode during these times. Todd Patton, Manager, Water & Sewer, (705) 428-5024
Employment Opportunity Snow Removal Operators Job # 2016-018
Temporary - November 2016 to March 2017 Heavy Equipment Operators Night Patrol Operators Sidewalk Operators
Employment Opportunity Student – General Help
2 Temporary Part-time Positions Job Posting # 2016-017
October 2016 to March 2017 1 position - Creemore Arena / Community Hall 1 position - Stayner Arena / Community Hall
Responsibilities
Regular cleaning of arena change-rooms, washrooms, arena lobby, community hall, meeting rooms and kitchen. Ice maintenance duties and ensuring flood room/ refrigeration room is organized and tidy Provide customer service to general public – answer questions and provide assistance to general inquiries
Requirements
Must be at least 15 years of age Ability to be available to work on Thursday and Friday evenings as well as anytime on Saturdays and Sundays Must have reliable source of transportation to and from work Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Possess good customer service skills Must be physically able to perform required duties Knowledge of arena operations is an asset
Wage Rate:
$12.28 / hour + 4% vacation pay
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and covering letter, indicating their preference for location (Creemore or Stayner), quoting Job # 2015-017 by October 3, 2016 at 3pm to Human Resources at hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note: In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, please contact Human Resources for accommodation inquiries or requirements at 705-428-6230 x. 255
TRAFFIC
CALMING SURVEY
Responsibilities
Snow removal and sanding, inspecting and repairing roads infrastructure and may involve manual labour as needed.
Qualifications
Valid Class DZ driver’s license with satisfactory driver’s abstract Heavy equipment experience Snow removal experience
Requirements
Possess reliable personal transportation and be able to participate in “on-call” and respond within 30 minutes. Satisfactory Criminal/Police Background check
For details on hours of work and wages, please visit our website at www.clearview.ca (Employment Section). Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and covering letter, quoting Job # 2016-018. Please indicate your preferred position that you are applying for.
Deadline for applications is October 7, 2016 at 3pm to Human Resources at hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note: In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, please contact Human Resources for accommodation inquiries or requirements at 705-428-6230 x. 255
Clearview Township is conducting a survey to gain feedback from residents regarding traffic calming throughout the Township.
www.clearview.ca/traffic-survey Surveys will be accepted until September 30th, 2016 SURVEYS ALSO AVAILABLE AT: • Administration Centre, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner
• All Clearview Public Library Branches