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Friday, September 1, 2017 Vol. 17 No. 36 www.creemore.com News and views in and around Creemore
Inside the Echo
Wing and a Prayer
Memory Lane
A&D Bird Seed marks 25th anniversary
Tales from the principal's office
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Scammers impersonating township officials
Staff photo: Trina Berlo
River Wright (left) and Harvey Johnston dance to The Sadies, performing in the tent at Copper Kettle Festival August 26. For more photos of Creemore Springs Brewery's annual festival, see pages 6-7.
Ricci shares Dunedin Literary Fest stage with Great Lake Swimmers This year’s Dunedin Literary Festival will feature author Nino Ricci and band Great Lake Swimmers. Ricci’s first novel, Lives of the Saints, garnered international acclaim and won a host of awards, including the Governor General’s Award for Fiction, and was adapted as a miniseries starring Sophia Loren. He is also the author of Testament, winner of the Trillium Award, and of The Origin of Species, which earned him his second Governor General’s Award. His most recent novel is the critically acclaimed Sleep, voted one of the top 5 books of 2015 by the Toronto Star and one of the top 100 by the Globe and Mail.
He will join The Great Lake Swimmers on stage for the headline act. They will collaborate with readings, performance, original songs from the band, and a Q&A with fellow musician and radio personality Vish Khanna. Great Lake Swimmers is a Canadian band built around the melodic folk rock songs of singer-songwriter Tony Dekker. A Forest Of Arms is the sixth album from Great Lake Swimmers and the follow up to 2012’s New Wild Everywhere . With a surging rhythm section, razor sharp violin, and flourishing banjo and guitars, Dekker and band mates have pushed their sound significantly, creating
Officials are warning of a possible scam in Clearview Township. Municipal officials have received r e p o r t s o f d o o r- t o - d o o r s a l e s representatives in the Stayner area posing as Township staff as an attempt to enter private residences. The reports have indicated that the sales representatives are asking questions about water quality, water heaters, air conditioners, and furnaces. If a Township representative needs to visit a residence or business, it will usually be at a mutually agreed upon appointment time. Township employees carry appropriate identification and will generally arrive in Township marked vehicles. Residents are under no obligation to let sales representatives into their homes. If you have any concerns or are suspicious of a sales representative, please call the Ontario Provincial Police, Huronia West Detachment at: 1-888-310-1122 (non-emergency).
Police catch driver going almost double the speed limit
some of their most dynamic songs ever recorded. The band’s album Swimming Aw a y f e a t u r e s “ C o n d i t i o n White,” commissioned for the series Torn From The Pages and is based on the novel Sleep. Earlier that day, Ricci will be in conversation with good friend and fellow novelist Antanas Sileika discussing “A Life in Literature”. In its second year, Dunedin Literary Festival is from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9. The festival line-up also includes Alison Pick, Claire Cameron, Doug (See “Local” on page 10)
A 22-year-old Oakville man had his licence suspended for seven days after he was clocked going 150 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on August 25. D u ff e r i n O P P C o n s t . L a r r y Matkowski was conducting speed enforcement using a LIDAR speed measuring device when he observed the excessively fast vehicle on Airport Road, in Mono. The driver’s vehicle was impounded for the week and he is prohibited from driving during that time. The driver was issued a summons to appear in Orangeville court on Oct. 24. He is charged with stunt driving – excessive speed.
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COMMUNITY Calendar
Submit your community events info@creemore.com phone: 705-466-9906 fax: 705-466-9908
This Weekend Friday, September 1 to Monday, Sept. 4
• Nottawasaga Daylilies now open. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Excellent late bloom continues. For directions visit www.wilsondaylilies.com. See ad page 11.
Saturday, September 2
• Creemore Log Cabin open each Saturday. History Hosts on hand to welcome visitors each Saturday
morning from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. until Thanksgiving. Library Street, Creemore. • Art Show Opening at Curiosity House Books Gallery, 178 Mill Street, Creemore from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Mad About the Hills” Sandi Wong. Show will run until September 24.
Sunday, September 3
• Church Services - see page 5.
Monday, September 4
• Labour Day. Creemore Echo is closed today.
Upcoming Events Wednesday, September 6
• Wednesday Night Bingo at Manito Shrine Club, 2265 Fairground Road North (across from the GNE grounds) featuring Larry “The Legend” Smith as your caller. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Start time is 6:45 p.m. Early Bird, regular games & progressive super jackpot. Cash prizes. Snack bar. All net proceeds benefit the Shriners Hospital For Children. • Linke’s Local Arts Gallery and Art Supply Open House at 6:30 p.m. Drop in and see what we have. You can register for Expressersise Dance Fit classes too (Zumba-style dance class) starting Sept. 25. Call Tamara at 705-321-3633 to register or email butterflybee888@gmail.com. Located at 7271 Hwy 26, on the upper level, two doors up from TD Canada Trust on main street, Stayner.
Thursday, September 7
• Fleetwood Dance Centre’s Creemore Dance Classes Registration at Station on the Green from 5 to 8 p.m. Sign up for ballet, jazz, hip hop or contemporary. $30 per month. On Thursday nights starting September 14. Little Dancers from 3 to 6 years & 7 years to teens. Call 705-446-1568 or visit www.fleetwooddance.net for more information.
Friday, September 8
• Untamed Things. A new exhibiton pays tribute to Tom Thomson on the 100th anniversary of his death. Featuring work by Peter Taylor, Rob Saley, Andrew Peycha and others. Opening Reception at Arta Gallery, 14 Distillery Lane, Toronto from 6 to 9 p.m. www.artagallery.ca.
Saturday, September 9
• Dunedin Literary Festival, Words in the Woods, at Dunedin Hall, 8994 County Rd 9, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festival guests: Claire Cameron, Cecily Ross, Alison Pick, Brent Preston, Nick Cutter, Andrew Pyper, Antanas Sileika, Trevor Cole and more. An evening with Nino Ricci & Great Lake Swimmers - tickets available now $25. Visit www. wordsinthewoods.com for more info. • First Annual Old Farts Harley Riders’ Food Ride starting at A&D Bird Seed & Farm Market, 1617 Cty Rd 42 (Airport Rd), Stayner, in support of Clearview Stayner Foodbank. Entry is a donation of non-perishable food items equaling $20 and/ or $20 per rider. Includes food & a beverage. Sponsored by A&D Bird Seed, Greenview Graphics and others. Charitable tax receipts will be issued. Registration from 10 a.m. to noon. Kickstands up at noon. • Community Bridal Shower for Janice Mumberson at New Lowell Legion from 1 to 3 p.m. Everyone welcome. • Community Celebration of the upcoming marriage of Janice Mumberson to Brian Crowley at New Lowell Legion from 8 p.m. Your presence is the best present.
Sunday, September 10
• 50th Anniversary Celebration of Salvation Army Hope Acres. 11 a.m. Special Service with guests Majors Ian & Kathleen McAlister followed by presentations & a pig roast (veggie option available) to 3 p.m. Bring your own lawn chairs. All welcome. For more info call Major Debbie Steward at 705-466-3435 ext. 228.
Monday, September 11
• Georgian Bay British Car Club Meeting at the Huron Club on Pine Street, Collingwood at 7 p.m. Visit www.gbbcc.com for more details.
Wednesday, September 13
• Guiding Information Night at New Lowell United Church, 5227 Cty Rd 9, New Lowell from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Brownies 7-8yrs, Guides 9-11yrs, Pathfinders 12-14yrs, Rangers 15-17yrs. Weekly meetings from September to June. Financial assistance available. Contact Tammy at nlbrownies@gmail. com or 705-796-0767.
Friday, September 15
• Annual International Dinner celebrating Canada’s 150th Anniversary at All Saints Anglican Church, Elgin Street, Collingwood at 6 p.m. A truly Canadian dinner, silent auction, entertainment by Naomi Bristow. A fundraiser for the church. Tickets $75 (tax receipt of $35). Call Nancy at 705-445-3841. Tickets limited!
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Saturday, September 16
• Creemore Firefighters’ 4th Annual Golf Tournament at Silver Brooke Golf Club. Registration at 10 a.m. Shot gun start at 11 a.m. 18 holes of golf, cart, dinner & prizes. $125 per person. Call 705-790-6408 or j.stevens88@ hotmail.com for more info.
Sunday, September 17
• Terry Fox Run. Back in Creemore this year! Registration at Station on the Green, starting at 8 a.m. Run/walk/bike/push baby strollers... from 9 a.m. to noon. It’s a five kilometre route that can be done twice for those wishing to do a full 10k. Route is on Library Street and Edward Street. This run will replace the Mulmur Terra Nova run this year. Email info@terryfoxrun.org or search at www. terryfoxrun.org/run/find-a-run-site/ for Creemore. • Eigensinn Farm Music & Harvest Festival from 2 to 6 p.m. 10 chefs & 10 musicians out of Jazz & Classical performing in the back Hemp Field created especially for this event, surrounded by vegetable gardens. Chefs include: Hiro Yoshida, Anthony Rose, Oyster Boy & many more. Musicians: Gryphon Trio, James Campbell (Clarinet), Patricia O’Callaghan (Vocal), Angela Park (Piano), Darren Sigemund Quintet & many more. For tickets contact Eigensinn Farm at 519-922-3128 or wagen@bmts.com. For more info visit www.stadtlanderseigensinnfarm.com. $225 includes hst (BYOB + BYO Cutlery + Glasses).
Saturday, September 23
• Creemore Springs Oktoberfest at Blue Mountain Village from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Hike up those Lederhosen & roll out the barrel! Sample Germaninspired food & drink and enjoy live music, games and more festive fun! Rain or Shine in the beautiful Village of Blue Mountain. www.bluemountainvillage.ca/ events/2017/creemore-springs-oktoberfest-at-blue for details or call Creemore Springs Brewery at 705466-2240 or thefolks@creemoresprings.com.
Monday, September 25
• Deadline is today to finish your owl for the Creemore Festival of the Arts Owl Show on Sept. 30 & Oct. 1. Purchase your owl for $25 at Creemore Echo while they last. Mon-Fri 9-5 or buy one at Cardboard Castles on the weekend.
Tuesdays, September 26 to Oct. 31
• Kids Art Classes After School Program at Mill Street Art Studio, above Affairs Bakery on Mill Street, Creemore. Ages 5 to 11. 6 weeks for $120. Call 705-727-6161 or millstreetartstudio@gmail. com to register.
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While the couple will marry this October in Italy, this celebration will take place in New Lowell!
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A&D Bird Seed nourishes family business over 25 years by Trina Berlo Dwayne Wyant is quite right when he says A&D Bird Seed is a growing market. In 25 years the business has steadily grown as a producer and supplier or seed, into an expanding farm market. The goal, said Dwayne, is to stock the store, located on Airport Road south of Stayner, almost entirely with products made and grown on the farm. Dwayne started the business with his father Allen (the A in A&D) in 1992. Dwayne was 23 at the time and the birdseed business was to complement the family farm operation. “We were looking for a way to market our grains, other than taking them to the elevator,” said Dwayne. Back then, the seed was mixed in the drive shed and packaged in the basement of their home and sold out of a storage box. A couple of years later they built a retail location on Highway 26 and continued to grow from there. In 2013, the current property was purchased and the building was renovated in time to open the following year. The birdseed portion of the business has grown to the point that they no longer grow their own but they source it as locally as possible with millet, wheat and corn coming from nearby, along with about 20 per cent of the sunflower seeds. What can’t be sourced from Ontario is from western Canada and the United States. The seed is cleaned and mixed on location with 27 different custom mixes available to wholesalers and individuals, using the same recipes they developed 25 years ago. There’s cardinal crunch, tweeters tweats, blue jay gourmet and finchtastic among the
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Dwayne Wyant (from left), Cayleigh Jago, Allen Wyant and Nick Wyant at A&D Bird Seed and Farm Market. top-selling mixes. “I would say our seed is exceptionally clean,” said Dwayne, adding that’s important to consumers because unclean seed causes weeds to grow under the feeders. A substantial part of the customer base is made up of bird enthusiasts and people who get enjoyment out of feeding the critters in their yards. It is common for people to feed the birds in the winter but Dwayne says there is reason to fill the feeders in the warmer months to attract migratory
birds. The Wyants developed a line of wooden birdhouses, do custom work and also carry all the accessories needed to keep the bird buffet replenished. In recent years, they have gradually expanded the market garden, adding fruits and veggies. They are sold fresh and are made into pickles, jams and take-away soups. It is truly a family operation. Many of the preserves are made using family favourite recipes from Dwayne’s mother Mary and are cooked up by niece Cayleigh
Jago. Dwayne’s two sons, Nick and Alex work alongside their father and grandfather. The Wyants are back to raising cattle and chickens and also source local pork. Their homemade hamburgers, sausage samples and homegrown corn will be served up at an anniversary celebration on Friday, Sept. 15. The barbecue and tours of the seed processing facility begin at noon. A&D Bird Seed and Farm Market is located at 1617 County Rd. 42.
Terry Fox Run returning to Creemore Sept. 17 Hundreds of thousands of people across Canada are expected to participate in the Annual Terry Fox Run on Sept. 17, a fundraising event taking place in over 700 communities nation-wide that continue to embody the indomitable spirit of Terry Fox. “In a year where we have enjoyed celebrating our country’s 150th birthday, it’s been great to hear so many Canadians say that participating in the Terry Fox Run in an important part of the celebration” – says Terry’s older brother Fred Fox. Terry was just 18 when he was diagnosed with a cancerous tumour in his right leg. He was in his first year at Simon Fraser University studying kinesiology when he felt the pain in
his knee. He had his leg amputated six inches above the knee and endured aggressive chemotherapy to eliminate remaining cancer cells. During his treatment, he witnessed daily reminders that two-thirds of cancer victims died of the disease. Instead of crushing his spirits, the sight of other patients suffering made him stronger and more compassionate. It was from this strength and compassion that the Marathon of Hope was born. Since Terry ran in 1980, Canadians have raised over $750 million for cancer research. This money is invested into projects with the greatest potential impact for patients. The Terry Fox Run is happening in Creemore on Sunday, Sept. 17,
Registration is at Station on the Green, beginning at 8 a.m. The event begins at 9 a.m. and is open to runners, walkers
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Opinion Editorial Community weighs in on future of Creemore school
The Simcoe County District School Board has begun the process of disposing of the Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School Annex, which has been declared surplus to the school board’s needs. The charming red brick building was originally built in 1917 as the Creemore Public and Continuation School and saw many students through its doors until it was shuttered in 2014 due to declining enrolment. The property is currently on offer to the municipality but if there is no interest from the township, the county, province or country, the school will be sold at fair market value. We took to Facebook to ask our readers what they wanted to see become of the old school, which holds a special place in the hearts of many. We got some great suggestions. One theme that came through was to keep the building accessible to the community. A public space for arts and culture, perhaps. Housing was another suggestion. With so much talk of seniors housing these past couple of years, people suggested it be converted to condos or apartments, with an elevator. Many of the plans would require the investment of a developer, perhaps working in partnership with a community group. Reports from other communities state that renovating a school can be a real headache for a developer because of the community interest in the building but the result could be wonderful. Visit The Creemore Echo on Facebook to read the whole conversation. Here’s a few of the ideas our readers have for the facility: “I would love to see it turned into an artist co-op, similar to the Tremont. Studio and gallery spaces, with meeting space for rent to the public. It could be incredible in this town, which has so many artists and artisans.” “I think this would be a good location for the seniors’ project which didn’t fly next to the library. Although I would miss the great fenced play area, we enjoy now.” “Conference Center/Events Venue/hotel that also has times of the year or portions of the space that allow public access... a cafe and reading room, for example. Perhaps a performing arts center. Whatever it is, it should belong to the public... so not upscale apartments or business space. Maybe performing arts in the tourist season and artist co-op during the off-season.” “I would love to see it turn into a museum to show the history of Creemore.” Agricultural college, 100 Mile Farmer’s Market and Restaurant with Gardens, Whiskey Distillery.
The way we were
Cain's Corners school, Sunnidale Corners – Back row, from left: Marie Giffen, Gertie Martin, Ivy McQuay, Orville Bell, Archie Culham, Douglas Graham, Ida McLean (Grant); Middle row: Laurine Martin, Cathleen Culham, Jean Bates, Lloyd Doner, Harry Martin, Donald Bell, Jim Brown; Front: Margaret Bell, Dorothy Bates, Elva Schell, Clinton Bell, Wilfred Giffen, Ralph Duff. Photo submitted by Laurine (Rene) Whitley (nee Martin). The school is now home to Leishman Pottery.
School principal hired on the spot the end of June 2017 will be starting my In June, Nottawasaga and Creemore 20th year of retirement.) Public School held a very happy 50th My fiancee, Jane, and I drove to Anniversary celebration. Creemore from London, Ontario with my Keith Balfour was the second principal at the school, the first being Jane Black mom coming along as chaperone. My job interview was to be held at the Creemore who had tenure only for the first six Public school (on Caroline Street). months. Helen My interview was held in the basement Keith and his wife, Janie, intended to BLACKBURN furnace room of the school with trustees attend the celebration but ill health kept Jack Heslip, Dalton Middlebrook, Bill Vancise them at home in Elliot Lake, where they now live. and one other, conducting the process. School With September and the start of a new school Custodian, Tom Montgomery, opened the building year it seems appropriate to share the memories of for us. the first days of our Creemore school. Here are Keith’s words: My mother and future bride went downtown to George and Noni Price’s snack bar and curio shop to In the spring of 1966 I was invited to an interview have a break, a snack and to wait until the meeting for a teaching position in the new, yet-to-be was over. built central school in Nottawasaga Township’s I was hired there and then. I was told that I’d Creemore. be in the new school when it was finished. In I had applied for a teaching position with the the meantime I’d be at the one-room Cashtown Nottawasaga Township School Board earlier that School, north of Cashtown Corners, with Grades spring. I had just got engaged to my now wife of 5-8 students gathered together from other township more than 50 years and I had one year of teaching experience at SS#1 Kilkenny, north of Lake one-room schools, which were being closed. Superior on the shores of Lake Nipigon. (I now at (Continued on next page)
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Keith Balfour reflects on time at Creemore school (Continued from page 4) The other Grade 5-8 pupils, who would eventually come with my crew from Cashtown were also gathered together into other one-room school locations in the Avening and Glen Huron areas with teachers, Audrey Timmons and Bessie Arnold, who later, like those of us at Cashtown, would head for the new school upon its opening. The Creemore students from Grades 5-8 and their teacher, Jane Black, would be based at the Creemore Public School until amalgamation time. Jane Black was to be our principal. That fall was an exciting period for me who’d only seen, but not taught in, a one room school during my teacher training. It would also be my first experience with school buses. The youngsters, too, who were to be my new students, had been gathered together from several other one-room schools besides Cashtown and had new friendships to make, and for many, a new school to which to grow accustomed. Additionally they had a new teacher to break in, one who was an unknown commodity. The excitement of a new school for us all with many new students and teacher faces was prominent in our minds all that fall of 1966. Delays, of course, occurred. The contractors stopped work so they could go hunting. The electrical system’s transformers were not available when promised. The new heating system’s state-
of-the-art unit ventilators had some fine-tuning issues. I can still vividly remember Mr. Beselink from the unit ventilators company puttering around with the system in each classroom during class time after we were finally in our new home. Recesses at Cashtown saw us all outside together getting to know one another and playing games like Ante Over the Shanty over the school’s roof. As Christmas approached we all realized that the hoped-for move to the new building would not be late fall, but, instead, after the Christmas break. Due to the hands-on and personal nature of rural school communities the move of the school furnishings and materials, including the kid’s things, would happen over the holiday with the trustees, including the Secretary-Treasurer, W.D. McLeod, handling the bulk of the process themselves for all four to-be-located sites. They were aided, I know, by local farmers and other community members at times. It’s amazing how smoothly it all went. The first school day of 1967, Canada’s centennial year, saw us shuffling, searching, moving furniture and unpacking materials. It was organized confusion but it was great fun! The moving job had been very well done. Materials were usually located where they could be easily found, for the most part. Very little could not be
Keith and Jane Balfour found and those things were of little consequences. We were, at last, as promised and hoped for... and dreamed of... all one school. Our Nottawasaga and Creemore Central School (NCCS). I was transferred to Collingwood
Senior Public at the end of June 1980 but we, the Balfour family, continued to live, love, learn and grow in Creemore until my retirement in June of 1998. We raised our two boys, D’Arcy and Devlin, there. Both boys are proud graduates of the school.
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Sunday service 11 a.m. Sunday school, Friday night kids program, every 4th Sunday potluck. 705-428-6543 • Pastor Clayton Culham
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Sun. Sept. 10: 50th Anniversary Celebration Service at 11 a.m. followed by Pig Roast to 3 p.m. For more info call 705-466-3435
Anglican Parish of Duntroon, Batteaux and Singhampton 10:00 am Sunday Worship at Church of Redeemer, Duntroon each week
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Clockwise from above: Festivalgoers enjoy a selection of Creemore Springs brews under the tent while rockin’ out to headliners The Sadies August 26; Mill Street packed with people seeking out food and drink; The Hit Pickers perform; the roving PAGE 4 Quartet popped up throughout the day singing barbershop; A children's play area offered several activities; Beinn Gorm Highlanders parade through the village. Photos by Trina Berlo and Edward Henley
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Knights, Brewers meet in NDBL finals
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Old Farts Harley Riders will hold its first annual ride in support of Clearview Stayner Foodbank Sept. 9. Entry costs $20 per rider. Non-riders are encouraged to make a donation of non-perishable food items equalling $20. Includes food and a beverage. The ride starts at A&D Bird Seed and ends at Greenview Graphics. Charitable tax receipts will be issued. Registration begins at 10 a.m. Kickstands up at noon. The ride will take about three hours with a pit stop in Dundalk. There will be a barbecue and entertainment after the ride. Pictured, from left, organizers Faith Wyant, Old Farts Winger, John Tomasic and Dennis Morris, with event sponsor Dwayne Wyant (second from right).
The semi-finals of the North Dufferin Baseball League senior division wrapped up Saturday with the New Lowell Knights and Bolton Brewers advancing to the championship series set to begin Sept. 9. The Knights defeated the Clearview Orioles in semi-final action needing five games. New Lowell opened the series with a close 2-1 win only to tie in the second game 2-2. Clearview picked up a win in game three 5-2 and the two teams tied again in game four 3-3. New Lowell won the deciding fifth game 3-1 to move on. In the first round New Lowell swept the Barrie Angels in three games. Bolton Brewers faced the Aurora Jays in the semifinal round picking up a 7-4 win in the first game. Aurora answered with a 5-4 win in the second game and Bolton took the series after 2-1 and 9-2 scores in games three and four. The Brewers beat the Midland Indians in the first round three games to one. The finals will be a best-of-seven series and will be played on weekends only. New Lowell is the reigning two-year champion. Bolton last won the championship in 2013 and the four years previous. The full schedule, when released, and results can be found at www.ndbl.ca.
Big Heart Seniors NOTICE OF PASSING OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BY-LAW BY THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF DUFFERIN DEVELOPMENT CHARGES ACT, 1997, S.O. 1997, c.27 TAKE NOTICE that on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, the Council of County of Dufferin passed By-law 2017-37 under Section 2 of the Development Charges Act, 1997 with respect to County-wide development charge rates. AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal the by-law to the Ontario Municipal Board under Section 14 of the Act by filing with the Clerk of the County of Dufferin, on or before 4:30 p.m. on October 2, 2017, a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the by-law and the reasons supporting the objection. The rates imposed under the development charges by-law are required to pay for the increased capital costs related to the provision of land ambulance, community services, County recreation, long term care, public health, public works, waste, general government, and roads and related services. The development charges imposed by the by-law are as follows: Effective Date August 24, 2017 to by-law expiration
Residential Charge By Unit Type Single Detached & Semi Detached $3,220
Rows & Other Multiples
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Non-Residential Charge Per Square Metre $7.63
Key maps have not been included in this notice as development charges are levied on all lands in the County. A copy of the complete by-law is available for examination during regular business hours (weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) in the Office of the Clerk at the County Administration Building, 55 Zina Street, Orangeville, ON, L9W 1E5. Phone: 519-941-2816; Fax: 519-941-4565 Dated at the County of Dufferin, August 28, 2017 Pam Hillock, County Clerk/Director of Corporate Services County of Dufferin 55 Zina Street, Orangeville, ON, L9W 1E5
A sunny Thursday greeted 37 members for bid euchre. Several had planted the Vimy poppy seeds given to us by the Legion early in the summer. Some have beautiful blooms, four feet tall with extra large leaves. Barb Pilon opened the afternoon with a cute story. Thanks to Leona Hartling who brought in more cucumbers to share. This is the last week to book a seat on the bus to Rama on Tuesday, Sept. 5. If you would like to go, call 705-466-5205. It leaves the Legion at 8:30 a.m. 50/50 winners were Marg Falls x2, Marion Kelly, Jim Ferguson, June Hartley, and Barb Pilon. The prizes for cards went to Marg Ferguson, 308; Corrine Brownridge, 271; Marion Kelly, 263; Janice Stevens, 262; and Ray Leighton, 64. Moonshots were played by Janice Stevens, Jim Rigney, Marg Ferguson, Bob McNicol, and Lilian Hiltz won the travel prize. The lucky chair had been vacated. If you would like to learn or play bid euchre, join us Thursday afternoons at 1 p.m.
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Find the answer to this week’s Crossword on the Classifieds page.
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Local authors on the bill
(Continued from page 1) Saunders, Trevor Cole, Andrew Pyper, Nick Cutter, Dan Needles, Cecily Ross, Kate Hilton, Kerry Clare, Brent Preston, Catherine Bush, Roo Borson, Michael Fraser, Pat Raible and Paul Eprile, who has just finished a translation of Melville by Jean Giono. There will be panel discussions, author readings, and poetry performances throughout the day. Soon-to-be published Dufferin Hikes: Loops & Lattes author Nicola Ross will lead a guided hike in the area, as well as a travel-writing workshop. Attendees can also purchase a ticket for a special workshop and dinner at The New Farm with bestselling author and farmer Brent Preston, his wife and co-owner Gillian Flies, and Toronto Chef Carl Heinrich of Richmond Station for the night before the festival Friday, Sept. 8. At Storybook Park, younger readers
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Nino Ricci can participate in daylong activities with children’s authors and librarians, which focus on fun. Story time and crafts abound. There will also be a live bird demo and educational talk. Readings and activities in the park are free. Tickets ($15 each) will be available for Nicola Ross’ guided hike and travel-writing workshop, and for Nino Ricci and Great Lake Swimmers evening performance and reading at the Dunedin Hall ($25). Tickets to the Friday workshop and dinner at The New Farm cost $100. Creemore-based indie bookstore Curiosity House Books & Gallery will set up a pop-up shop in a vintage trailer to sell books. There will also be food stands, an artisan vendor area and a playground for the kids. To see the full event schedule and to purchase tickets, visit www. wordsinthewoods.com.
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The Ladies of the Mad River Golf Club held a Think Pink event August 29 in support of Gilda’s Club Simcoe-Muskoka. Nancy Missouri (centre), winner of the Pink Lady Surprise Box grand prize, pictured with event organizers Alexa Usher-Jones (left) and MaryLou Morgan, is in store for a day of pampering, gifting, shopping and dining in Creemore. Many downtown businesses donated prizes for a day of pampering; Creemore Detailing, The Strandz, The Bank Café, Cut Flower Co., Cardboard Castles, Creemore Village Pharmacy, Seasons, Clearview Tea Company, 100 Mile Store, Curiosity House Books, Heirloom 142, Victorian Values, Chez Michel and Jug City. The event raised more than $9,000 for Gilda’s Club in Barrie.
More news and events online at www.Creemore.com
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Everyone reads the Service Directory! Have your business listed for as little as $15 per week. Call Sara at 705-466-9906 or sara@creemore.com
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The Creemore Echo • Friday, September 1, 2017 •
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
death notice
for sale
For rent
in memoriam
Firewood: Dry hardwood maple seasoned 15” lengths. $330 per bush cord. Free delivery. Volume discounts & 12” lengths available. Complete woodlot management. Call 519-986-2474.
2 bedroom apartment for rent in Creemore. No smoking, no pets. References. $800 plus hydro. Call 705-466-3213.
VAIL: In loving memory of our dear Mother and Grandmother Bertha Vail Nov 14/26 – Sept 03/15 Those we love don’t go away. They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed, forever dear. Sadly missed by Bunny, Doug, Julia and Melanie Salomone.
Firewood for sale. Delivery. $300/bush cord. Call 705-424-5126. Adorable Yorkshire Puppies for sale in Creemore. 5 weeks old. Sale includes vet check, first shots & deworming. Call Patti at 705-5200062 or 905-852-8473.
yard sales Saturday, September 2: Huge Yard Sale. 3571 Hogback Rd., New Lowell. One day only. Something for everyone. Movies, video games, game systems, Lego, household items, tools, antique trunks. Saturday, September 2: Communitywide Garage Sale in Terra Nova. 20th and 2nd Line Mulmur from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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. Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Summer is here! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call 705-351-0768. References on request. Building Blocks Home Daycare, full or part-time care. Availability in September. Call to book a play date. Call 705-466-6355.
footCARE Foot Focus - Professional Foot Care in the comfort of your home. Nail trimming, filing, corn and callus reduction, foot soak with foot and lower leg massage. Tammy Robinson, PSW Advance Foot Care Certified. Call 705-818-4086.
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One and a half bedroom ground level furnished apartment. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, hydro, satellite television included. Located outside Creemore. Covered parking. $1100/month. Call 705-466-5807. 2nd floor 2 bedroom apartment for rent centrally located on Creemore’s main street. New fridge & stove. Parking for 1 vehicle. Available October 1. First and last required. No smoking, no pets. $825 per month plus hydro. Call Noel at 705-466-3635 or leave a message.
notice Utopia Green Salon on Caroline Street West is now under new ownership. Call Trish for an appointment at 705-466-6386 or 705309-4247. Ask for the 20% discount for the month of September!
darts registration FRIDAY NIGHT MIXED DART LE A G U E 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8 S e a s o n Registration on Friday, September 8 at 7:30 p.m. at Creemore Legion. For more info contact Mike at 705-466-3007. All are welcome. Come out, make new friends and enjoy darts in a fun league!
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, & on-site 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. Call 519-9256628. We’d love to meet you and your horse! rawhide-adventures.on.ca.
thank you BLOHM: We would like to thank those who brought food, sent flowers, made donations to Big Brothers/Big Sisters and all who sent condolences either on the Fawcett Funeral Home website, by card or in person. A special “Thank You” to Jim Henderson for his support. Marie, Katharine, Joanne, Brian, Taura and Tamara
Starting September 5, 2017
NOTTAWASAGA DAYLILIES EXCELLENT LATE BLOOM! INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE
UP TO 50% OFF! For directions visit www.wilsondaylilies.com or call 705-466-2916 Julie & Tom Wilson 3757 Conc. 3 Nottawasaga, Clearview
death notice Stewart, Donald Louis Charles passed away peacefully on August 26 at the age of 74 with his family at his side. Predeceased by his first wife Gail, he is survived by his wife Mary, son Geoff (Michelle), daughter Robin (Chris), step-son Phil, stepdaughter Sarah and grandchildren Abby, Elliot, Ross, Isobel and Esme. Don’s family was a source of pride to him. He enjoyed the sleigh rides and toboggan parties (sometimes even in kilts!) with his family on his birthday. He was a tremendously social man with many lifelong friends who was happiest at the farm in Creemore, where he would walk the paths that meandered through the property, play golf and host annual baseball games on the May long weekend and football on Thanksgiving. The family would like to thank the staff at Woods Park in Barrie as well as Zina Thomson, Gertrude King, Laura King, Cheryl Brearey, Shawnee Jackson and Pam McCallum. A celebration of his life will be held at St. John’s United Church, 192 Mill Street in Creemore on Friday, September 1, 2017 at 2 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Donations in Don’s name can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada. Friends may visit Don’s online Book of Memories at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com.
Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday & Saturday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kirkpatrick, Karen (December 2, 1953 To August 26, 2017) It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Karen Kirkpatrick. Karen is predeceased by her parents, Ielene and Ian “Scotty”, both of Creemore. Survived by her sisters, Kim Cormier (John) and Koni Jones (Chris); her nieces and nephews Angie, Chelsea, Ian, and Phillip and her cousin, Joan Truax (Bill). Karen lived her adult life in London, working at Vanier Children Services, as a Child & Youth Counsellor and Supervisor, for over 25 years. Karen had a zest for life and was always very active, teaching aerobics, playing volleyball, baseball, travelling to music festivals in Chicago, Memphis, New Orleans, and Ottawa. A 6-week adventure to Southeast Asia was a highlight for her – riding elephants, rafting down mountainsides, eating exotic food. Most important were her annual trips to her beloved Barbados. She was fun to be around and always up for new adventures. Karen made friends wherever she went. Karen will be remembered for her sense of humour, love of music and joy for life. She will be missed by her friends and family. Many thanks to Dr. Bevan and the team at Glendale Crossing, who cared for Karen these past years, Barb and Maureen for their compassion, and to Karen’s friends for their visits. As per her wishes cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Fawcett Funeral Home – Creemore Chapel.
auctions Bob Severn Auction Register Ph: 519-925-2091 www.auctionsfind.com/severn
9 auctions 2 4 3 9 7 7 Kidd Family Auctions 9 6 www.kiddfamilyauctions.com 6 7 2 8 Accepting consignments now for..... Antiques: Sept 30th 6 Equipment: 4 Oct913th 5 6 Firearms: Nov 25th 6 2 dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-74993 lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-1315 8 2 4 9 7 1
Fri. evening, Sept. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Sale of Jinma 354 tractor; 90 Pontiac; 4 trailers, 4 boats, lumber. Note: only 11 items for sale. For Estate of the late Frederick Alcorn. Sale held at #387247 20th Sideroad Mono Twp. Near Mono Centre. Sat. evening, Sept. 9 at 4 p.m. Sale of K.KAWAI baby grand piano, beautiful furniture; prints, snowblower, etc. For Steve Strong, 412 Olde Village Lane, Shelburne (sale held indoors). Sat. Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. Auction sale. 3 riding lawnmowers; equip. 2 buggies; 2 cutters; ant. Furniture; crocks, china glass. For Ed & Nina Roy, 17130 Gore Road, Town of Caledon, south-east of Mono Mills.
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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.
Notice Door-to-Door Sales Warning
Employment Opportunity Student - General Help
CLEARVIEW, ON- Please be advised that Clearview Township officials have received reports of door-to-door sales representatives in the Stayner area posing as Township staff as an attempt to enter private residences.
Job # 2017-017 Temporary – October 2017 to March 2018
The reports have indicated that the sales representatives are asking questions about water quality, water heaters, air conditioners and furnaces. Please remember that if a Township representative needs to visit a residence or business, it will usually be at a mutually agreed upon appointment time. In addition, all Township employees carry appropriate identification and will generally arrive in Township marked vehicles.
Creemore Arena / Community Hall - 2 Stayner Arena / Community Hall - 2 Responsibilities Regular cleaning of arena change-rooms, washrooms, arena lobby, community hall, meetings rooms and kitchen. As well as ice maintenance duties and ensuring flood room / refrigeration room is organized and tidy. Provide excellent customer service to the general public and patrons, answering questions and assisting with inquires.
For more information, please contact Tim Hendry Marketing and Communications Coordinator 705-428-6230 ext. 240 thendry@clearview.ca
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 • Wag Rate: $12.48 / 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 # 2017-017.
Employment Opportunity Full Time, Temporary positions
Deadline for applications is September 22, 2017 at 3pm to Human Resources at hr@clearview.ca
Full time, Temporary Positions, October 30, 2017 – April 6, 2018 Job #: 2017-016, Posting Date: September 1, 2017
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Residents are under no obligation to let sales representatives into their homes. If you have any concerns or are suspicious of a sales representative, please call the Ontario Provincial Police, Huronia West Detachment at: 1-888-310-1122 (non-emergency). For all life threatening emergencies, call 911.
Heavy Equipment Operators - 4 Night Patrol Operators - 2 Sidewalk Operators - 2 Clearview Township is seeking Full-time Temporary Heavy Equipment Operators, Night Patrol Operators and Sidewalk Operators beginning October 30, 2017 through to April 6, 2018. Responsibilities • Snow removal, sanding, inspecting and repairing roads infrastructure • Physical and manual labour as needed Qualifications and Abilities required 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 # 2017-016 by September 22, 2017 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 Please visit our website at: www.clearview.ca
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
tender bids New Outdoor Pavilion – Gowan Park Contract No.: 300038435 SEALED BIDS, on forms supplied by the Contract Administrator, submitted in an opaque envelope, will be received at the Township of Clearview Municipal Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner ON L0M 1S0 until: 2:00:00 p.m., local time, Thursday September 14, 2017 Tenders will be opened publicly at 2:05 p.m., local time on Thursday September 21, 2017 in Clearview Council Chambers, at 217 Gideon Street, Stayner ON L0M 1S0. The Work includes construction of a 1875 ft2, single storey accessible outdoor pavilion with open-air shelter, accessible washrooms, serving counter and storage area. The new structure is to be constructed at Gowan Memorial Park located at 31 Edward Street E, Creemore, Ontario. Bid Documents may be obtained beginning August 25, 2017 at the office of the Contract Administrator, R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited, 3 Ronell Crescent, Collingwood ON L9Y 4J6 for a non-refundable fee of $100.00 ($88.50 plus $11.50 HST) payable to R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited. In addition to other provisions in the Bid Documents, the lowest or any Bid will not necessarily be accepted. Owner Contract Administrator Mr. Steve Sage, CAOMr. Mina Tesseris, P. Eng. Township of Clearview R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited 217 Gideon Street 3 Ronell Crescent Stayner ON L0M 1S0 Collingwood ON L9Y 4J6 T: (705) 428-6230 T: 705-797-4286 F: 705-428-0288 F: 705-446-2399
E: ssage@clearview.ca
E: Mina.Tesseris@rjburnside.com