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Thursday, April 13, 2017 Vol. 17
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News and views in and around Creemore
INSIDE THE ECHO
Be You
Top Players
Creemore Minor Hockey Awards Banquet
Students Paint the Town Pink
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OMB hears Steer appeal
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The Creemore BIA is hanging birdhouses along Mill Street Thursday in time for Easter and in preparation for Happy Bird Day. Pictured from left is Karen Nicolson, Michel Masselin, Katie Vander Wielen, Nancy Johnston, Norma Panzine, Graham McDonald and Laurie Severn. See story on page 3.
Council supports facade improvement program by Trina Berlo Clearview is proceeding with the creation of a community improvement plan to encourage the beautification of commercial areas in the township. With the full support of council, Clearview’s director of community services Mara Burton was directed to proceed with a public meeting in May. The municipality will be asking the public, especially business people, what they would like from the proposed community improvement plan (CIP). The proposed plan would see grant money made available to shop owners or tenants who wish to make improvements to building facades in commercial areas.
In her presentation to council Monday, Burton showed images of Creemore’s downtown as examples of facades that make for a cohesive streetscape. She called the façade “the packaging” of a business and said people will travel for an authentic experience. Burton is proposing a funding program for those who wish to improve signage, lighting and reclaim the heritage aspects of the buildings. She used some of Stayner’s main street businesses as examples. For instance, the program would encourage property owners to uncover the decorative cornices at the top of the buildings. “There are many excellent examples of heritage buildings that are classic,”
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said Burton. There is $50,000 set aside for the program in this 2017 budget. Burton is proposing maybe one intake this year to start, when businesses would be asked to submit applications for funds. “It takes a lot of time and effort to do this so we want to make sure it’s worth everyone’s while,” said Burton. Councillors are very supportive of the plan. There was a consensus that the municipality should not fund 100 per cent of the project and that instead the plan should be offered as a matching grant or have at least some buy-in from the businesses that will benefit. Burton suggested keeping the (See “Staff ” on page 3)
by Trina Berlo An Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) hearing regarding Steer’s relocation to Cashtown Corners began Tuesday at town hall in Stayner. Three days have been set aside for the proceedings, chaired by Ian Rowe. The OMB was triggered by an appeal of Clearview Township council’s decision to approve a rezoning that would allow Steer Enterprises to move from its current location in Glen Huron to a larger property at the southeast corner of Cashtown Corners. On day one of the hearing, witnesses were called for Steer, the municipality and the current owners of the property in question. Appellant John Hillier had an opportunity to cross-examine the witnesses, representing himself and his wife Marnie Hillier. Hillier was set to testify and call one expert planner on Wednesday as The Echo went to press, a day ahead of schedule due to the holiday Friday. Counsel for Steer, Al Burton, said in his opening remarks, “We must carefully consider council’s decision. There is no reason to doubt the correctness of the decision.” Steer is hoping to expand and consolidate its operations (it came out at the hearing that Steer has leased land on Edward Street, the same street the Hilliers live on). At the centre of the appeal is the location. Burton said the proposed location at Cashtown Corners was carefully chosen after two years of searching for a property that was big enough, would be easily accessed by large vehicles, not constrained by overhead hydro lines and (See “Steer” on page 5)
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This Weekend Thursday, April 13
• Maundy Thursday Church Services - see page 5. • St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, Creemore, will be open between 5 pm and 10 pm for Silent Vigil. Pick the time of your choice and give to Jesus one hour. • Georgian Bay Photography Club Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Chartwell Georgian Traditions Retirement Residence Theatre Room, 57 Trott Blvd., Collingwood. Guest speaker is Ariel Estulin about Photography After Dark. Free for members, $10 for non-members at door. www.georgianbayphotographyclub.com.
Friday, April 14 Good Friday
• Creemore Echo office closed today. • Good Friday Church Services - see page 5. • A Happy Easter at Horningʼs Mills. Pancake Breakfast at 9 a.m. Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. Crafts, face painting, "Party Safari" Petting Zoo, and more. Adults $5, kids free. 14 Mill Street.
• Easter Eggstravaganza at Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS) Animal Shelter, 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Easter crafts and treats, cat room story time, Easter egg hunt, GTHS Alumni Dogs, responsible pet ownership seminar, giant Easter bunny raffle. Call 705-445-5204 or sonya@gths.ca for more info.
Saturday, April 15
• Devil’s Glen’s Locals Day at Devil’s Glen Country Club from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. $20 Lift Tickets for adults and $10 for children & students will be offered to local residents. Call 705-445-4890 for more info. • Easter Creemore Farmers’ Market at Station on the Green from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Easter Craft with darci-que and emily at Hillview Cellar, 151 Mill Street, Creemore, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also balloon animals. Music & goodies! Candles are in too! All $12 and under. • 90th Birthday Come and Go Tea for Dave Smith at Creemore Legion from 1 to 4 p.m. A celebration of 90 years! Family and friends are invited to attend. Best wishes only! 27 Wellington Street West, Creemore.
Sunday, April 16 Easter Sunday
• Easter Sunday Church Services - see page 5. • Easter Sunrise Breakfast, following the Easter Sunrise Service at Eagle's Chapel, from 8 to 9 a.m. at St. John's United Church Hall, Creemore. Eggs, bacon, sausage, homefries, toast & drinks. $6. All are welcome.
Monday, April 17 Easter Monday
• Creemore Echo office closed today.
Upcoming Events Tuesday, April 18
• Creemore BIA Meeting. General meeting. All members are encouraged to attend. Have your say on the constitution, find out about International Migratory Bird Day and The Children`s Festival. At Station on the Green at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, April 19
• Huronia West OPP Public Consultation at Stayner Community Centre, 277 Regina St, Stayner at 7 p.m. to encourage public input into its new strategic plan for 2017-2019 for safer communities. • Creemore Horticultural Society April Meeting at St. Luke’s Anglican Church Hall, 22 Caroline Street West, Creemore at 7:30 p.m. Lorraine Mennen of Pathways to Perennials will speak on how to “Prepare Your Garden for a Low-Maintenance, DroughtTolerant Gardening Season”. We welcome visitors!
Friday, April 21
• Creemore Curling Club Annual General Meeting and Wind-up Dinner at Creemore Legion, 27 Wellington Street West, Creemore starting at 5:30 p.m. Dinner tickets ($25) can be purchased from a member of the Executive. For info call Adam Verstegen at 705-607-2326. Open to the public. • Euchre Tournament at Sunnidale Corners Hall, 12391 Cty Rd 10, (corner of Hwy 26 and Cty Rd 10) at 7 p.m. Fundraising for wheelchair accessibility at the hall. $12/person. Call Bill at 705-428-5034 for more info. • The Beckett’s in Concert. An evening of old time fiddling, step dancing & country music! Presented by Stayner Heritage Society. 7:30 p.m. at Clearview Community Church, 1070 Cty Rd 42, Stayner. Adults $20 or $25 at the door. Children (under 12) $10. For tickets call Myrna at 705-4282540 or visit Barb’s Clothes Closet. • Hypnotist Adam Graeme Show at New Lowell Legion at 8 p.m. A family-oriented show. Adults $10 advance, $12 at door, children 12 & under $5 advance, $7 at door. For tickets or information, call the Legion at 705-424-1621, drop into the Legion on Friday nights or speak to any New Lowell member.
Saturday, April 22
• Dunedin's Annual Fisherman’s Breakfast & Bake Sale at Dunedin Hall, 8994 County Rd 9 from 7 to 10:30 a.m. The event has marked the opening of fishing season for 30 years, and attracts hundreds of people for its great home-cooked breakfast and spectacular baked goods. • Fisherman’s Breakfast, Yard & Bake Sale at Rob Roy United Church from 7 to 11 a.m. Adults $8, children 5-12 $5. Call 519-922-2243 or 705445-4828 for more info. • Cast Iron Seat Collectors Spring Meet at Manito Shrine Club, 2265 Fairgrounds Road from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call David Bendell at 705-445-4069 or marilynbendell@gmail.com for more info. • Earth Day Clean up in Horning's Mills at
10 a.m. Meet at the community hall at 10 a.m. Refreshments, snacks, collection bags will be provided. • Bid Euchre Tournament at Collingwood Leisure Time Club. $10.00 per player. Registration 11 a.m. Lunch at 12 noon. Cards at 1 p.m. With cash prizes. Lucky draw, share the wealth draw and 50/50 draw. Preregistration and information call 705-445-9685. Club membership not a requirement. Must be 50+. • Medium, Chris Stillar, author & TV personality, at Stayner Community Centre, 277 Regina Street at 7 p.m. Fundraiser for Stayner Lions Club community projects. Questions & answers and an opportunity to experience random messages from the other side (reading not guaranteed). Advance $30 available at Stayner Home Hardware (cash) or $35 at door. • Free Dessert Night at Faith Evangelical Missionary Church, Wasaga Beach at 7 p.m. hosted by The Blue Mountain Chapter of The Gideons International in Canada. All are welcome to join us for some free dessert, learn about our local and international activities and enjoy music performed by Gospel recording artist Luke Langman. Free will offering to be taken. For information call David Jones at 705-293-2899 or Morley Minty at 705-796-6029.
Sunday, April 23
• Creemore Legion Breakfast at Creemore Legion from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Choice of 2 eggs or waffle, home fries, toast, sausage or bacon, juice, coffee/ tea. Adult $6, children 12 and under $4. Hungry Soldier Special $10. Call 705-466-2202 for more information. 27 Wellington Street West. • RAY’s Place Annual General Meeting at Station on the Green, 10 Caroline Street East, Creemore at 3 p.m. Contact Doug Mills at 705-466-3663 for more info.
Street West at 7 p.m. "Our Canada - Our Home". Guest speakers are Sue Hopkinson & Nancy Phelps. The mystery quilts will also be revealed as well as members’ work will be shown. $8 at door.
Saturday, May 6
• Creemore Hockey Cash Draw and Dance. 5 cash draws $500 to $5000! Cash bar, must be 19+ with photo id. Music by Explosive Hits (with a dazzling light show!).Doors open at 8 p.m. $40 per couple includes draws. $10 per person for dance only. Tickets available at Creemore Echo or by emailing donnaharper@creemoreminorhockey.com or at the door. 220 Collingwood Street, Creemore.
Saturday, May 13
• High Tea & Bake Sale at St. John’s United Church, 192 Mill Street, Creemore. Celebrate Mother’s Day in an old-fashioned way. 2 sittings at 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. Enjoy tea, fancy sandwiches, scones, and treats for $10. Enjoy the experience even more by dressing in high tea fashion. Event will include a bake sale table. Tickets available at Creemore Village Pharmacy, by calling Lynn at 705-466-3125 or Marilyn at 705-466-6864. Fundraising proceeds will be going towards church hall renovations.
Saturday, July 1
• Save the Date! Honeywood Community Strawberry Supper at Honeywood Arena in celebration of Canadaʼs 150th Birthday and also the Strawberry Supper which began in 1867!
Monday, April 24
• Retired Teachers of Ontario, Blue Mountain Branch, Meeting at St. John’s United Church, 192 Mill Street, Creemore. Registration at 11 a.m.
Tuesday, May 2
• Creemore Festival of the Arts Potluck Night and Information Session at Station on the Green, Creemore at 6:30 p.m. Bring your ideas and potluck contribution. Seeking input for the upcoming Creemore Festival of the Arts (Sat., Sept. 30 and Sun., Oct. 1). We want to reveal some exciting new possibilities for the Artists on Location event. And we want to hear what you have to say. The event is open to everyone including artists, volunteers, hosts and sponsors who have participated or might want to participate in the Festival this year. This social is hosted by volunteers from the Purple Hills Arts & Heritage Society. RSVP to jim.harkness@ sympatico.ca by Friday, April 21 (so that we can designate food courses).
Wednesday, May 3
• Mad & Noisy Quilters' 16th Annual Quilt Dessert Tea Party at Creemore Legion, 27 Wellington
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Clearview's head planner provided examples of reclaiming the features of heritage buildings in commercial areas.
Staff seeks input on proposed community improvement plan (Continued from page 1) application simple and offering support for those who request help with design. “The CIP can’t be everything to everybody,” said Burton. “But if we try to do that it’ll never get off the ground.” The proposal is to open the program
to all commercial properties in any settlement are within Clearview and to businesses located at gateways. Councillor Shawn Davidson said the belief is that the investment in the community, calling it a “hand-up”, would attract more business, shoppers and residents. He said it’s not a lot of
money in the overall budget and he would support increasing it to $100,000 per year. Councillor Kevin Elwood called it an “awesome opportunity” and Councillor Doug Measures said, “the best thing we can do is support small business.” “This is exciting,” said Councillor
Robert Walker, adding it is a friendlier approach than property standards, which has been considered by council and staff. Councillor Deborah Bronée asked that accessibility standards be considered during the creation of the CIP.
Creemore is for the birds on International Migratory Bird Day Spring is coming to Creemore and so are visitors from all over North, South and Central America. These visitors are the feathered kind – bobolinks, hummingbirds, warblers and more. Creemore BIA is celebrating International Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 13. The Happy Bird Day celebrations will include talks by local birding enthusiasts, a birdhouse decorating contest, family crafts and activities as well as bird-based promotions and
specials at various Creemore retailers. A local hiking map and birding suggestions will also be available throughout the village and online. “The Creemore BIA knows that our area is a perfect stopover site – for both birds and people,” said BIA president Jackie Durnford. “We want to raise awareness of the habitat that makes us all want to be here and help educate our community on how we can preserve and enhance the environment in order to help our feathered friends. We also
want to encourage people to visit and enjoy our village and the surrounding country side in a healthy respectful manner.” The BIA chose to be part of International Migratory Bird Day, now in its 24th year, coordinated by Environment for the Americas because of the breadth of educational materials and information provided by the organization as well as the shared the goal of inspiring children and adults to get outdoors, learn about birds, and participate in their conservation. “This is our first year being involved with this initiative and we hope that by working with an international organization we, as a very small group, can be part of something much bigger,” says Durnford. “This is just a fledgling celebration this year, but we hope the idea will really take flight over the years.” “Helping Birds Along the Way” is the theme for the only international education program that celebrates the migration of nearly 350 bird species
between their nesting habitats in North America and wintering grounds in Latin America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The focus is on the importance of stopover sites, crucial refuges where migratory birds rest and refuel before continuing their remarkable journeys. Because these flights can stretch thousands of kilometres across continents and oceans, the birds depend upon a handful of resource-rich and strategically located habitats to acquire the energy-rich fat stores they need to survive of which Creemore is one. “Ultimately, the goal of IMBD is to connect people to nature through birds,” said Laura Koloski, program coordinator for Environment for the Americas who spear heads the transcontinental Bird Day effort. For more information about International Bird Day visit experiencecreemore.com. Participants, volunteers and local businesses are encouraged to contact sara@creemore. com to get involved or for more information.
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Don't worry about Gen Z Every generation likes to poo-poo the next but it seems as though this newest generation is taking more than its fair share of criticism. Gen Z or iGen, as it is called is defined as those who do not remember September 11, 2001. Anyone who does remember the events of that day is defined as a millennial (a generation that has also been dumped on quite regularly). iGen is a very appropriate name for the up and coming generation. They are totally plugged in and unabashedly embracing of all forms of technology. While it has been said before of others, they literally have the world at their fingertips. They are a generation absorbing knowledge from every possible source and sharing their accumulated knowledge with others. They will likely never know a life without easy access to technology, meaning instant access to information. This makes them more inquisitive and less contrained by boundaries of what should be learned when (yes, this causes some problems for parents but we have to adapt as quickly as they do). It has been said that they will probably never experience a huge leap in technology – something that leaves them aghast – as has happened to other generations time and time again. The internet, the laptop, the smartphone and GPS have all left most of us marveling about just how cool it all is. Meanwhile iGenners won’t bat an eye when their prom date rolls up in their parents’ Google driverless car in a few years. The new generation gets a bad rap for having their heads buried in their devices all the time but what is going on in their little noggins is very impressive. They are navigating complex computing systems, sometimes programming them, as though it is their native language. And all this without any training. They learn by osmosis. No generation has approved of the way the next one communicates, whether it be through formal correspondence or inappropriate music, but make no mistake, they are communicating. We may not like what they are saying or how they are saying it but it doesn’t mean it’s not worth saying. This generation, like the millennials, are sure to shake things up. They won’t be motivated by the same economic drivers as say, the baby boomers. Aside from tech, it’s hard to see how they will be big consumers and they may not value having a lot of stuff in general. They may be fulfilled living in a much smaller world physically but a wider world through the connectivity of technology. Their world will have more people to connect with, although in a different way, but they will also create less waste, something that must be applauded. We should acknowledge the good in this very impressive generation. There is no reason to think they are any less community minded than any of us. They rely on the creativity and openness of others to perpetuate their online community and as a result they may have more people skills than the generations that were happy with lots of stuff.
Lyman Henderson Sr., the grandfather of Tim Armour, wore this helmet while fighting in France during the First World War. Notice both sides of the steel helmet with canvas covering have been dinged by bullets.
Don’t stand by, stand together by Annie Chandler There is a new Pink Flag flying at the Collingwood Library this week as a result of the persistent efforts of local resident Trevor Henson, a current student at the Adult Learning Center. On an annual basis Trevor has drawn attention to the issue of bullying and has garnered much support and praise from his fellow students and the community so much that the Town of Collingwood created a Flag Policy so this important week could be officially recognized. Way to go Trevor! You may have also noticed some extra “pink” displays on the main streets of Collingwood, Creemore and Stayner as students came together to speak up in support of equity, inclusiveness and acceptance. I met with some insightful Grade 7 and 8 students from Cameron Street School, under the enthusiastic direction of teachers Lisa Saunders and Patty Fedorco, who were part of the Collingwood, “Paint the Town Pink” organizing team. I was immediately struck by the group’s maturity, empathy and sensitivity towards the project. Their strongest message to me was clarifying the important role of the bystander in situations where someone is being treated unkindly. They suggested the best strategy was to not “fight hate with hate” but rather to approach the situation in “a nice way”, preferably in a small group to show the person that their behavior is not acceptable and that they will not idly stand by. They shared some of their proactive planning ideas aimed at encouraging students to be more accepting of others. The logo for their Pink T-shirt was created
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by giving each community school a small shape of a puzzle piece to decorate and then they were pieced together to create the final t-shirt design. According to the students, the design was to show that “we may be a bit different, but underneath we are the same and can still connect together”. Instagram and Snapchat are the most widely misused forms of social media. The students say, “People become very brave posting and hiding behind their phones and when you can’t actually see the person you are targeting and how they are reacting, something you may think is simply funny may in fact be very hurtful.” If I may, I might suggest that this is a good time to check in with your own children or grandchildren about what they are actually posting behind closed doors. A good conversation starter might be “I read something about the word THINK and how each letter relates to posting on social media.” (THINK stands for: Is it True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary and is it Kind?) The SCDSB make a distinction between bullying and conflict however in my mind they both happen too often and can be equally harmful to a student’s wellbeing. Rest assured I will continue to advocate for budget money to be allocated in support of staff training and student programs aimed at raising awareness about the importance of being kind and accepting of each other.
Annie Chandler is the Education Trustee for Collingwood and Clearview. She can be reached at 705-229-6217 or at achandler@trustee.scdsb.on.ca.
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Steer appeal hinges on primary use
Clearview sets strategic priorities
(Continued from page 1) was not near a residential area. The redevelopment of the gasbar at Cashtown, along with the Miller’s Dairy milk bottling plant, Huron Tractor and the medicinal marijuana facility were all put forth as precedent for this type of development in an agricultural zone. Much of the evidence put forward was to support the claim that Steer’s diesel engine service centre is primarily an agriculturally related business, which would allow it in the agricultural zone. Steer’s planning consultant Christine Loft testified that agriculture and forestry account for 45 per cent of Steer’s client list. Steer owner Tim Young later said agriculture and forestry account for 38 per cent of the business’ income. The soil on the portion of the property proposed for severance, Loft said is Class 3 and 4, while the Class 1 soil is closer to the house and barn, which will be retained within the agricultural parcel. There was also much discussion about Steerʼs clientele. Loft said
The public is invited to an information session regarding an update to the existing strategic plan. The public consultation session is being held at the Stayner Community Centre on Wednesday, May 3 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. With a focus on enhancing the vibrant character and quality of life within the township, the consultants will be on hand to discuss and field questions about the new strategic priorities. “We are interested in receiving feedback from Clearview residents, businesses and stakeholders that will help guide the future direction of Clearview Township,” explained Mayor Christopher Vanderkruys. Residents are encouraged to attend the public consultation session. If you are unable to attend, written comments can be emailed to ssage@clearview. ca. Written comments may also be dropped off to CAO, Steve Sage at the Clearview Township Administration Centre located at 217 Gideon Street, Stayner.
Steer services roughly 80 per cent of the agricultural community’s fleet in Simcoe and Grey counties but there is room to grow to the south. Expert witnesses focused on proving that agriculture is a primary clientele of Steer to justify the rezoning but the question of why Cashtown is the preferred location kept coming to the surface. “I don’t think anyone questions their service is essential to the agricultural community but why this location?” asked Rowe. After lunch, Young testified that what it comes down to is that he wants to keep his business routed in Clearview Township, where he grew up, and that he has not been able to find another suitable site in the municipality. Young said he wishes to retain existing clients as well as expand but he also needs more space for the current workload. The shop, he said, is too small to accommodate some of the vehicles they service and as a result work is done outside in the parking lot, even in the winter when outdoor working
conditions are harsh. He hopes to remain in the immediate area so he can be close to home and retain his current workforce of 35 local people, half of which are technicians. Also in the afternoon, farmers Andrew Tupling and Brian Dunlop testified that they rely on Steer for annual inspections, parts and repairs, emergency service in the shop and on location, to keep their trucks and tractors moving, especially during peak times. Clearview planner Rossalyn Workman, when called by Clearview Township’s lawyer Harold Elston, reiterated the township’s support for the rezoning and agreed with Loft’s conclusions. During questioning, Hillier asked questions about other possible locations, how oil spills would be handled and why Steer needs such a large increase in space. He said at the outset of his crossexamination that it is not the expansion of Steer that is at issue, it is the proposed location.
Easter Services Thursday, April 13 Holy Thursday/Maundy Thursday • Holy Thursday Service of Holy Eucharist as we remember the Last Supper at St. Luke’s Anglican Church at noon. • St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, Creemore will be open between 5 and 10 p.m. for a Silent Vigil. Pick the time of your choice & give Jesus one hour. • Holy Maundy Thursday Service at Church of Redeemer, Duntroon, at 7 p.m. • Mass of the Last Supper at St. Patrick’s Catholic, Stayner, at 7 p.m. Adoration until 11 p.m.
Friday, April 14 Good Friday • Good Friday Service at St. James Anglican, Clougher-Lisle, at 9:30 a.m. • Good Friday Service at Knox Presbyterian Church, Dunedin, at 10 a.m. Sermon is “Good Friday Gifts?”. • Good Friday Service at Church of Redeemer, Duntroon, at 10 a.m. Holy Friday Liturgy. • Good Friday Service at Salvation Army Hope Acres at 10:45 a.m. 998614 Mulmur Tos TL. • Good Friday Service at New Lowell United Church at 11 a.m. • Good Friday Service at St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian at 11 a.m.
• Good Friday Service at St. Luke’s Anglican Church at 11:15 p.m. • Good Friday Service at Church of Redeemer, Duntroon, at 2 p.m. Station of the Cross. • Good Friday Service at St. Patrick’s Catholic, Stayner, at 3 p.m. Day of Fasting & Abstinence. • Good Friday Service at Clearview Community Church, Stayner at 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 15 • Easter Vigil at St. Noel Chabanel Mission, 133 Dunkerron Ave., Wasaga Beach at 9 p.m.
Sunday, April 16 Easter Sunday • Easter Sunrise Service at the Eagle Chapel, 3627 5th Line at 7 a.m. (southwest of Creemore heading out Caroline Street West. • Following the service, Easter Breakfast at St. John’s United Church Hall at 8 a.m. $6. • Easter Service at Church of Redeemer, Duntroon, at 10 a.m. • Service at St. James Anglican Church, Clougher-Lisle, at 9:30 a.m. • Communion Service at Mansfield Prebyterian Church at 9:30 a.m. • Easter Sunday Service at Clearview Community Church, Stayner at 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.
• U n i t ed C h u rch o f C a n a d a Communion Services – New Lowell United Church at 9:45 a.m. & St. John’s United, Creemore at 11 a.m. • Service at St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, Creemore, at 10 a.m. • Service at Knox Presbyterian Church, Dunedin, at 10 a.m. Sermon is “Gifts in the Garden”. • Easter Worship Service at Stayner Brethren in Christ Church at 10 a.m. Easter Brunch will follow service. All are welcome. • Easter Service at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, Nottawa, at 10:30 a.m. • Easter Worship Service at Clearview Community Church-Creemore at Station on the Green, Creemore at 10 a.m. Includes complete children’s program. c3creemore.com • Service at Salvation Army Hope Acres at 10:45 a.m. 998614 Mulmur Tos TL. • Service at Creemore Baptist Church at 11 a.m. • Easter Holy Eucharist at St. Luke’s Anglican Church at 11:15 a.m. • Easter Sunday Mass at St. Patrick’s Catholic, Stayner, at 11 a.m.
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Creemore Minor Hockey Awards Banquet Creemore Minor Hockey Association handed out its season end awards at its annual awards banquet on the weekend. The Bob Pickering Memorial award for Dedicated Volunteer of the Year goes to the Hayward family (from left) Jenn, Chris, and sons Lukas, Jakob and Zack (absent), presented by Dana Edwards.
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The Bryan Trott Memorial “For the Love of the Game” goes to Wyatt McCleary (third from left), presented by Dylan Trott (from left), Jackson Clarke and Andrew Trott.
Troy Scott Memorial for Most Defensive Midget Player goes to Ryan Young (from left), presented by Julie, Kristen and Steve Scott. The William West Memorial for Coaching Staff of the year winners Russ Woodhouse (from left), Chris Hayward, Peter Maher, Sabrina Dupuis and Don Metheral.
WE’VE GOT LOTS OF SNOW AND WE ARE NOT AFRAID TO USE IT.
LOCALS DAY SAT. APRIL 15
$20 Adult lift ticket $10 Child/Student lift ticket for residents of Singhampton, Duntroon, Honeywood, Collingwood, Creemore and the entire Nottawasaga Watershed
BBQ ON THE DECK
Lifts open from 9:30 – 3:30 and tickets are available at the main ticket office.
PLEASE PASS presented in partnership with ALONG OUR INVITATION TO ANY THAT LOVE TO For further informationSPRING on SKI SPRING SKI or 2016 RIDE!FOR FREE or membership opportunities please contact 705.445.4890 x. 257 • sandra@devilsglen.com Sandra Gee, 705.445.4890 x.257 or by email , sandra@devilsglen.com
www.devilsglen.com
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Clockwise from top left: The Old Mill House Trophy for Referee Dedication is presented to Dan Auclair (right) by Chris Lammle; Jayden Morby (right) is named Sk8 Georgian Bay Most Dedicated Novice Player, Presented by Rich Gill; The Bob Patton Memorial trophy for Most Improved Atom goes to Matthew Hepburn (left) and Jackson Mitchell, presented by Kelly Patton; Wayne Hemsley Memorial Congeniality Award for Midget Player is presented to Trent Rutledge by Shirley Hemsley; The Ken Morby Memorial trophy for Most Defensive Bantam Player is presented to Jacob Longfield (left) by Josh Symons; The Reg Westbrooke Memorial for Years of Dedication to Creemore Minor Hockey goes to Susan Michalchuck (centre), presented by Dan Westbrooke and Donna Harper; The PeeWee Fair Play Award winners are Matthew Gray (left) and Jessica Morby, presented by Paul Nicholson; Coe Memorial Most Valuable Midget Player Jacob Underhill (absent).
RAY`S PLACE ANNUAL MEETING Prime Rib Thurs to Sun night Brunch until 4 p.m. daily Private rooms available Grey County Road 124, Singhampton, ON
Call for reservations (705) 445-1247
Station on the Green
Sunday, April 23rd at 3 pm
noble insurance 705.445.4738 www.nobleins.on.ca
Everyone Welcome!
PO Box 2052, Creemore, L0M 1G0 •
Now treating lymphedema, post-surgical, and post-injury swelling. 705 466 6019
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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Thursday, April 13, 2017
Big Heart Seniors
There is a number Evelyn Warden, Mary of members I want to Bouchard, Wayne Ridall acknowledge as every and the travel prize went to Thursday card players. Leona Hartling with two. These people belong Winners for cards were to an elite group and are Art Bishop, 295; Wilma all 90 and over: Effie Zeggil, 290; Phyllis Seed, Evelyn Ta y l o r , E i l e e n N a s h , 285; Janice Stephens, WARDEN Lillian Hiltz, Dave Smith, 285; with low going to Marjorie Thomson, and Ron Laing. Marg Ferguson, 46. There was no Wonderful to see you for cards and one in the lucky chair. fun. After a forest fire in Yellowstone Welcome to Wayne Ridall. National Park crews went out to Potluck will be April 20, at noon assess the damage. At the bottom of sharp. Come on out and enjoy some a tree a sight sickened him. A bird had really good food and fellowship. been burned and when he touched the Bob McNicole announced there burned wings a family of baby birds will be a fish fry April 28 in Stayner. scurried out. The mother bird had Thirty members were out for cards covered her young to keep them safe and 50/50 draws were won by Marg from the fire. After she was sure her Ferguson, Phyllis Seed, Marcia babies would be safe she was willing Cameron, Lily Hutchinson, John to die for them. Van Voorst and Bob McNicole. Remember: Friendship is the Five moon shots were played by world’s most precious gift.
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OPP strategic plan
Huronia West OPP is holding public consultation sessions to encourage public input into its new strategic plan for 2017-2019, in an effort to make for safer communities. In Clearview Township, meetings will be held April 12 and 19. The April 12 meeting is at Station on the Green in Creemore from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The April 19 meeting is at the Stayner Community Centre from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Submit community events online at Creemore.com
Colouring contest!
Please bring your coloured picture to the coffee booth at the Easter Market and you could win a prize!
EASTER
FARMERS’ MARKET & CRAFT FAIR Saturday, 15 April 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Station on the Green, Creemore
Name: __________________ Phone: __________________ by Judy Johnston
FUN& Games Sudoku Barbara Simpson
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Weekend Weather
Spike & Rusty Word Scramble
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I'd say liver and onions with a healthy UMSEERA of Creemore's best!
Friday, April 14 Sunny High 11 Low 2 Wind N 10 km/h POP 20%
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Sunday, April 16 A few showers High 23 Low 15 Wind S 25 km/h POP 90% by Ken Thornton Find this week’s answer on page 11
FRED’S FUNNIES
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DOWN 1. Irregular place in yarn 2. God who created discord 3. Tennis serves that are not returned 4. First month of the Jewish year 5. Woolly animals 6. Pig meat 7. Exclamation of understanding 8. Misgivings 9. Overjoyed 10. Hip to 11. Lavish social event 12. Beer 15. Unkind 21. Former goaltender for the Flames and Maple Leafs 23. Sort of person one finds attractive 25. Plantar wart 26. Canadian telecommunications company 27. Peculiarity of behaviour 28. Deprive of courage 29. Fortress 31. Like dry bread 32. Creamy medicine 35. Poetic contraction 36. Canadian sitcom 37. Habitation of wild animals 39. Perfectly clean 43. Truant 44. Cut’s protective crust 49. Kind of car
Find the answer to this week’s Crossword on the Classifieds page. 51. Keeps complaining to 52. Short-winded 53. Heart-to-heart 54. Brave man 55. Military force 56. Leather wine container
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Stayner Lions Club recognize work of local volunteer organizations
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Thirteen of the 17 organizations being recognized this year by the Stayner Lions Club received donations totalling $4,450: Stayner Minor Hockey; Creemore Minor Hockey; Clearview Girls Hockey Association; Simcoe County Sliders; Stayner Figure Skating Club; Creemore Figure Skating Club; Stayner Hitman Lacrosse; Clearview Soccer Club; Clearview Gliders; Stayner Minor Baseball; Singhampton Minor Baseball; New Lowell Minor Baseball; Nottawa Minor Baseball; Stayner Cubs and Scouts; Creemore Cubs and Scouts; Girl Guides Stayner and Girl Guides New Lowell.
Bob Severn Auction Register
Breedon’s Automotive
Ph: 519-925-2091 www.auctionsfind.com/severn
REPAIRS TO ALL MAKES AND MODELS
Kidd Family Auctions
Cars - Vans - Light Trucks Tires - Fuel Injection - Electronics MTO Safety Inspection Performance Parts & Service
www.kiddfamilyauctions.com
APRIL EVENTS Friday April 14
Antique & Collectible our location
Saturday April 15 On site in Coldwater
View our website for times & photos & sale dates for the remainder of the month.
for more details or to make an absentee bid. • April 28, 10 a.m. Equipment Consignment County Road 21, West of 4th Line, Melancthon. • May 13, 10 a.m. The Once-a-Tree Store Closeout Auction, 936577 Airport Rd, Mansfield.
(705) 428-0550
222 Montreal Street Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 John & Kim Breedon
dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499 lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-1315
The Stayner Lions Club hosted its annual Clearview Youth Organizations Dinner during which donations were presented in recognition of the volunteer work done by local groups. Over 1,300 youngsters are enrolled in local programs and the role of the volunteers has a significant impact on the lives of these youths and their families. The Lions thank everyone who donates their time and talent to this work.
VOLUNTEERING Creemore Farmers’ Market is looking for student or community volunteers to help out on Saturday mornings at our vibrant community market to help out the market manager by assisting vendors to put up and take down their canopies, put out signs, and help vendors with simple requests. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please download and fill in our volunteer application on our website and email it to creemoremarket@gmail.com
705-327-5890 www.dubeauauctions.com
• Service Directory • Gravity Sun Power solar generation for energy savings and income professionally designed and installed
Jeff Williams • 466-5741
Valley Auto & Tech
Custom Iron Work Specializing in gates Charcoal BBQs & Fire Pits Design • Welding • Refinishing
Safety’s & Fuel Injection
218 Main St. Stayner
Bus. (705) 428-3393 ~ Res. (705) 466-2343
Garry Stamp, Owner/Operator
CREWSON INSURANCE BROKERS
1-(800) 392-1151
crewsoninsurance.com
7685 Cty Rd 91 • 428-0131
Iron Butterfly
Repairs to all makes of cars and light trucks!
110 Adeline St., Shelburne 1423 Mosley St., Wasage Beach
Tyler Kueper
www.theclubamarillo.com 705-828-5317
ironbutterfly.ca 705-791-5478
General Practise of Law
T. NASH
PLUMBING Servicing Creemore and surrounding area
(705) 466-5807 Licensed and insured
For all your towing and recovery needs!
MAX KUEPER • maxkueper@hotmail.com
Kells Service Centre 80 High Street, Collingwood (705) 445-3421 • Fax (705) 445-7404
archer's flooring ltd. Professional installations and quality service. Est. 1986.
Showroom located in Alliston to serve all of your flooring needs.
Call us at 1-705-435-3223 and visit our website
archersflooring.ca
Event pricing available sara@creemore.com • 705.466.9906
LIVE EDGE FURNITURE
Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution John L. Ferris Megan L. Celhoffer
www.ferrislaw.ca 190 Mill Street T 705-466-3888
TOWING
Towing at its best!
Host Your Party
Rates starting at $30/hour
705-791-5478
Check out our inventory at IG Iron butterfly blacksmith
ROSEMONT
Machine Shop Facility • Custom Steel Fabrication & repairs • Decorative Iron Railing, Fences & Gates 8:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-Monday to Friday Book ahead for Saturday Service Don Brearey or Gloria Howie
705-466-2149
ELECTRIC
Serving Hockley to Creemore Licensed and Trusted Since 2002 ECRA/ESA Licence #7002079
705-435-1004
rosemontelectric.com
Place your ad here. 705-466-9906
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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
CELEBRATION
THANK YOU
DEATH NOTICES
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.
90th Birthday Come and Go Tea for Dave Smith on Saturday, April 15 at Creemore Legion from 1 to 4 p.m. A celebration of 90 years! Family and friends are invited to attend. Best wishes only! 27 Wellington Street West, Creemore.
Thanks to all our friends and family for rides, food, visits, cards and good wishes while in hospital and since coming home. Thank you to the nurses and doctors at the Collingwood G&M Hospital for their excellent care. God bless you all. Hugh and Bea Ransier.
ALLAN, William George “Bill”, passed away peacefully at the Stayner Care Centre on Friday, April 7, 2017 at the age of 88. Bill will be sadly missed by his spouse Susan Eastwood; also by his son Marc and daughter in-law Rebecca Merritt, his daughter Justine, and his granddaughters Paige and Hayden. We express our sincere thanks to the staff at the Stayner Care Centre for their excellent and compassionate care. Artist, educator, man of many talents and abilities, Bill will be remembered by many for his interesting life stories and his unique sense of humour. According to Bill’s wishes, there will be no funeral or celebration of life services. Friends may visit Bill’s online Book of Memories at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com
RENTAL WANTED Looking to rent a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment or house. Prefer in town of Creemore or close to. Mature, semi-retired woman. Quiet, clean, non-smoker. May or June occupancy. Local references available. Call Vivian at 403-866-0770. Wanting to rent a Summer country getaway Blue Mountains/Grey County. Prefer quiet country setting with view. July to Sept. incl. or parts thereof. Flexible occupancy. Call 416-545-0608.
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. 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. Spring is finally here! You deserve a clear view. Call Rod the Window Cleaner. Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call Rod at 705-3510768. References on request. Local estate gardener looking for clients. Over 15 years experience. Call 519-216-9373. Building Blocks Home Daycare, full or part-time care. Availability in September. Call to book a play date. Call 705-466-6355. Hey! Do you need help with lawn cutting, snow removal, spring/fall clean 3up, odd jobs, dump 8 runs 6and more? Servicing the Collingwood, 3 1area. 2 Call Stayner 9 & Creemore 1 9 5References Tristian at 705-888-7092. on4request.7 5
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Mother’s Helper Wanted For July & August Seeking help with kids ages 10 - 15 and housekeeping for summer near Glen Huron. Drivers License required. email glazierrothwell@ gmail.com. Seasonal Tractor Driver required to assist in spring field work. Close to Creemore. For further information call Mike at 705-818-3237. Mature, kind, and energetic lady offering compassionate care & assistance to elderly/seniors for light housekeeping, meals, shopping, doctor’s appts, etc. Available days. Contact Anna N. at 705466-6040. Because we are celebrating 50 years at Creemore Nottawasaga Public School, Helen Blackburn is looking for School Board record books that belonged to the one room schools in this area. I would like to write about the decisions to close these little schools. Perhaps you have one lying long forgotten in some cupboard. Please call Helen at 705-466-5195 or send a message to hblackburn347@gmail.com.
DINING Fish and Chips Fridays at Affairs Bakery Cafe. Beer battered halibut, fresh cut fries, homemade coleslaw. Dine in or take out. 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. each Friday to Easter. Call 705466-5621.
HORSES 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, & onsite horse trainers. A non-competitive & relaxed learning environment, with a focus on building the partnership between you & your horse. Outdoor pasture board including all amenities offered at $300 + hst monthly. Also offer Snow Bird boarding for the winter, retirement board, and box stalls. Call 519-925- 6628. We’d love to meet you and your horse! www. rawhide-adventures.on.ca.
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Thank you to all the wonderful people who helped us through the last number of months. Thank you for keeping us in your thoughts and for the many gifts of food and flowers. Your cards, phone calls and email messages, as well as visits and company on walks, were greatly appreciated. We are fortunate to live in such a kind and caring community. Linda and Ron Coulter. Thank you to the people who helped us when we were stuck last Friday while we tried to get the newspaper delivered: True, Fran, Michelle, Karin, the man in the truck. We really appreciated your help! Georgi & John, Creemore Echo.
IN MEMORIAM Alan, Bruce KIDD May the winds from The promised land blow softly And whisper for you to hear That we’ll always Love and miss you both, And wish that you were here. Love 4 Ever, Kidd family and friends.
COX, Betty Irene passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at Campbell House in her 84th year. Betty, loving mother of Peter Cox (Germaine), Doug Cox (Mona), Ted Cox (Brenda) and Elaine (Bill) Plewes will be forever cherished by her 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She is survived by her sisters Susan Lawson (Lorne) and Judy Ovens (Buck) and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Funeral service will be held at Fawcett Funeral Home – Collingwood Chapel on Monday, April 17, 2017 at 1 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Interment at Creemore Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Georgian Triangle – Campbell House would be appreciated by the family. Friends may visit Betty’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com
THANK YOU It is with some regret and nostalgia that the Gulley Family is announcing that Gulleyfest is ended! The event has been held at the Great Northern Exhibition Grounds in Collingwood for some 18 years, on the Civic Holiday Weekend, and we appreciate the help and co-operation of the Collingwood Agricultural Society for all they have done over those years. As a family we feel we have been blessed with such wonderful guests, friends and family over the years that it was a difficult decision, but after 30 years of organizing, and enjoying, we decided it was time. We wish to thank Fr. William Scanlon, and those who helped with the Mass, praise services, childrenʼs hour, and gospel every Sunday for most of the 30 years! To Tim Armour, our “resident” BagPiper, Roger, Garth, & Ken, and sometimes others, who helped the event get started each year, Thankyou! Our professional sound was provided by Steve McHale for many years and by Jesse Fex for the last 15 years. It wouldn’t have worked without you. To the many bands, and groups of musicians, and their families who attended, we send a heartfelt “Thank you” for your part in the success of the gathering, and hopefully we will be able to meet at other opportunities, for a tune and a song. For the beautiful and varied contributions, by our extended family & other guests, to the Silent Auctions, we want you to know that the financial success of the event, was very much more possible, by the works of your hands, and other gifts, that you so generously donated! The Knights of Columbus for the past number of years, who did our security on the gate, the O.P.P., Fire & Emergency Services, and those who helped out with keeping the grounds and guests safe, were an integral part. We valued our business partners, such as “Dogs & More, and The Chipper Wagon” from Barrie; Our Childrenʼs Entertainer last year “Gary Gillespie from Owen Sound”; Stayner Rental; Stayner Sportsarama; BJ’s Portable Toilets; Huronia Auto Wreckers & Recycling; Joe’s Music; Secure Insurance; Point to Point Communications in Barrie; Saunders Office Supplies; and both Flower Shops in Stayner. To all those people who volunteered their time, talent, good humour and assistance to help pull it all together, we are forever grateful. Above all, we wish to thank our sisters-in-laws and brothers-in-laws and the individual families, immediate and extended, for all the work they always did, in the background and behind the scenes, to keep it running smoothly. It has been 30 years of making memories, building relationships, enjoyment, and growing in numerous ways, which will be a part of us all forever. God Bless each and every one! The Gulley Family
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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.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Building and Planning Assistant – full-time The Corporation of the Township of Clearview
Clearview Township (Stayner Administration office location) is currently seeking a Building and Planning Assistant. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Chief Building Officer, the Building and Planning Assistant is responsible for secretarial and clerical functions, as well as, assisting with duties for Building Department and Planning/Zoning Department including document preparation, telephone and in-person reception, responses to general enquiries from public, distributing mail, scheduling and preparing forms for building/septic inspections and initiating the internal process for new permits.
Staff photo: Trina Berlo
NCPS students dropped by The Echo office Wednesday during a Paint the Town Pink scavenger hunt. See their anti-bullying messages in our store window.
OPEN HOUSE SAT. APR 15, 11 TO 2 PM 2721 Fairgrounds Road
The preferred candidate will possess working knowledge of Municipal Building and Planning functions, as well as a working knowledge of municipal government practices and the Ontario Building Code as it relates to permit applications.
Skills and Experience
• Recognized degree/diploma in Office Administration with the completion of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing General Legal Process Course considered a definite asset • 1 to 3 years’ experience in a related position • Experience in recording and gathering data in preparation of monthly reporting to related government agencies • Experience reviewing new building and septic permits • Assisting the Committee of Adjustment Secretary with any help needed for Consent and Minor Variance applications. • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, project and time management skills • Proficient organization and communication skills • Strong technical skills including Microsoft Office Work, Excel and Power Point as well as tailored database systems (Land Manager)
ON THE EDGE OF CREEMORE this century farmhouse awaits you. Only minutes away from teeing off at the prestigious Mad River Golf Club or taking in the sights & sounds of nature as you ride through the hills and valleys all around you. Perfect for the hobby or horse farm enthusiast 3000+ sq ft, 6 bdrms 4 bthrms. Walk the terrain or work in the barn then cool off in the in-ground pool and top it off with smores by the fire pit. Move in ready. ASKING $1,250,000
LOCATIONS
ORTH B R O K E R A G E
PERSONAL I PROFESSIONAL I PROGRESSIVE REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Graham Maxx McDonald, Broker / Advisor / SRES 143-A Mill Street, Creemore, On L0M 1G0
Salary: Salary range offered for this position is $ 39,803 to $46,410 plus a competitive benefits package.
Direct: (705) 446-8884 Office: (705) 445-5520 Start your search at: www.locationsnorth.com Each office independently owned and operated
Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer.
KIDD FAMILY AUCTIONS CONSIGN NOW !!!
Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2017-011 to Human Resources by April 21, 2017 to: hr@clearview.ca
COUNTY ROAD 21, JUST WEST OF 4TH LINE, MELANCTHON TAKE COUNTY ROAD 21 WEST OF HWY 124 OR EAST OF HWY 10.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please visit: www.clearview.ca
OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT AUCTION FRIDAY, APRIL 28TH, 10 AM START PREVIEW THURSDAY, APRIL 27TH
EARLY CONSIGNMENTS: JD 7210 tractor, 4724 hrs; JD 7210 tractor, 4878 hrs, loader ready; JD 7210 5471 hrs, loader ready; older Komatsu WA200 loader, 2 ⅔ yd bucket; Komatsu WA250 loader, 2810 hrs, hydrostatic; 10’ Bush Hog blade, 176 HD, w/ hyd 6 way; 5th wheel trailer, 20’, HD,w/ramp & tool box, good rubber; dirt scoop; buzz saw; elec chain lift; 4’ steel wheels; ant potato planter; barn beams: motor boat & engine; scooter; generator; saddles; hand & garden tools; CALL, TEXT OR EMAIL TO BECOME A CONSIGNOR!! www.kiddfamilyauctions.com Dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499 Lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-1315