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Creemore TD bank branch to close by Trina Berlo Many members of the community are angered by news this week that the Creemore branch of TD Canada Trust is closing. Early this week signs were posted in the branch and customer letters arrived by mail informing people of the “move”. “I’m writing to let you know that your branch located at 181 Mill St., in Creemore will be moving to 7267 Highway 26 in Stayner,” writes district vice president Tara Clarke. “We regret any inconvenience that the distance to this branch may cause you.” The letter encouraging people to utilize online services and telephone banking goes on to say, “Rest assured that this move will be smooth (See “TD” on page 3)

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Tricks and treats On Halloween night, children are invited to Creemore for a main street trick-or-treat. Businesses are encouraged to stay open late. See page 8-9.

Spooky school Halloween Haunt is coming up Friday, Oct. 27 at Stayner Collegiate Institute, when the halls of the school are turned into a haunted house from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission: $2 per student or $5 per family.

Haunted Honeywood

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The Creemore branch of TD Canada Trust will close on May 4, 2018.

Everyone will scream bloody murder at the 2nd annual Honeywood Haunted House. See you after sundown in the log cabin behind 706105 County Road 21at the west end of the village of Honeywood Keep your eyes peeled for the small, psychotic clown.

Upscale re-sale shop supports church outreach by Trina Berlo Stylist and designer Debra Playfair is opening an upscale re-sale store in Creemore, with a portion of proceeds going to those in need. In association with St. Luke’s Anglican Church, where Playfair is a parishioner, she hopes to funnel some of the funds from the store to the church’s outreach efforts, to make sure people have the essentials. “It would come as a surprise to some that there are people around here who don’t have much, even in terms of food,” she said. In partnership with church clergy Wendy Moore and Lorna May, the money will be used to help people who have expressed a need for assistance, be it paying utility bills, purchasing clothing or food, transportation and other specific needs. May said a combination of factors – high rent, part time work and food insecurity – can result in a tight (See “All” on page 14)

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All Good Things proprietor Debra Playfair (from right) with St. Luke’s Anglican Church clergy Lorna May and Wendy Moore.

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This Weekend Friday, October 27

• Double Toonie Lunch at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 22 Caroline St. W. from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come and enjoy some homemade soup, etc. with your friends. • Halloween Haunt at Stayner Collegiate Institute from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission: $2 per student or $5 per family. • Dufferin Circle of Storytellers at Corbetton Church at Dufferin County Museum, corner of Hwy 89 & Airport Road, at 7 p.m. Live music by Bruce Ley and some super stories by super storytellers. Refreshments & visits with friends at the museum afterwards. Tickets $10 available at Curiosity House Books, Creemore.

Saturday, October 28

• Collingwood Farmers’ Market and Craft Sale at Trinity United Church, Collingwood, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Harvest veggies and flowers with many talented crafters. Good time to do some early Christmas shopping.

Sunday, October 29

• Church Services - see page 5. • St. Luke’s Anglican Church, Creemore, has cancelled their service today due to the scheduled power outage. • ***Postponed*** Creemore Stories: Community Builders at Station on the Green.

Upcoming Events Monday, October 30

• Dunedin Women’s Friendship Club Meeting at 7:30 p.m. at Dunedin Hall. Bring a small jar for the craft project.

Tuesday, October 31

• Halloween in Creemore: Main Street Trick or Treating! Come downtown to get treats from the local businesses from 5 to 7 p.m. • Everyone will scream bloody murder at the 2nd Annual Honeywood Haunted House. See you after sundown in the log cabin behind 706105 County Road 21 at the west end of the village of Honeywood. Eyes peeled for the small, psychotic clown.

Thursday, November 2

• Canadian Blood Services Blood Donor Clinic at Angus Recreation Centre, 8527 Cty Rd 10, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. To book an appointment call 1-888-2-DONATE. • Autumn Leaves Fashion Show at GNE Fairgrounds, 2220 Fairgrounds Road, at 7 p.m. Appetizers, silent auction, Clearview Fire Fighters & much more. Buy your tickets by Oct. 23 for a chance to win a free fashion, hair & make-up make over. $15 available at Northern Reflections, Collingwood, Stayner Town & Country or by phoning 705-444-2992.

Friday, November 3

• Witches Walk in downtown Stayner from 6 to 9 p.m. For more information contact 705-428-2648.

Saturday, November 4

• 8th Annual Remembrance Day Event at Jubilee Presbyterian Church, 7320 Main Street East, Stayner, at 9:15 a.m. Guest Speaker: Simon Beekhuizen, musical entertainment, Stayner Heroes DVD. Admission is $5 (includes continental breakfast). Sponsored by Stayner Heritage Society. Tickets available at Barb’s Clothes Closet or call 705-428-2540. • Fall Colours Craft Show at GNE Fairgrounds, 2220 Fairgrounds Road from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come do some Christmas shopping. Model train display. Penny Auction. Lunch booth. Baking, quilts, sewing. $2 admission. Hosted by the GNE. • Christmas in the Country at the Batteaux Church from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch $6 per person. Home baking, sewing, crafts & knitting. • Mad & Noisy Gallery Opening Party. Join new owners Suzanne Steeves & Andrea Rinaldo at 2 p.m. • Annual Square Foot Show at Loft Gallery Inc., 18 Bruce St. South, Thornbury. Doors Open at 4:45 pm at the Corner Café across from the gallery at 3 Bruce Street where we will be giving out numbered tickets for the show. All paintings are 12 x 12 and sell for $144 plus tax. Don’t miss this opportunity to acquire stunning original art at an incredible price! Free admission. Call Heather Carroll at 647-2969797 or info@loftgalleryart.com for details. • Food and Foliage. Enjoy an evening with the Tree Society of Creemore at Station on the Green featuring guest speaker Shannon Stephens, presenting “Blue Thumb Landscaping” and a

lasagna dinner. Tickets are $15 including your TSOC membership. Available at The Creemore Echo, Creemore Village Pharmacy, and the Creemore Farmers’ Market. Door prize for a draw at the Hilton in Toronto. Appetizers at 5 p.m. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. For more information contact Mary at 705-441-2204. The deadline to purchase tickets is Oct. 27. • Ham Dinner & Dessert Auction at Stayner Evangelical Missionary Church, 202 Ontario St, Stayner starting at 6 p.m. in support of the Stayner Door. Enjoy a ham dinner and buy a dessert or two to take home. Watch The Door Facebook page or website for more information.

Sunday, November 5

• Honey Labelling Clinic at Dufferin County Museum - Corbetton Church from 1 to 3 p.m. Speaker: Sarah Martz from OMAFRA will lead a clinic on honey labelling requirements in Ontario. Whether you sell a few jars a year or operate commercially, this session will cover the basics to ensure you comply. Hosted by Bee Natural Caretakers Association. Free. Donation to Dufferin Museum suggested. Visit www. beenaturalcaretakers.com for more information. • Harvest Dinner & Silent Auction at New Lowell Legion, 5357 County Road 9, New Lowell from 5 to 7 p.m. Auction closes at 6:45 p.m. Contact June Robinson at 705-428-6332 for tickets.

Sunday, November 5 to Dec. 16

• Sue Miller’s Immersive Installation “Georgian Bay Primordial” at the Dufferin County Museum & Archives, corner of Airport Road & Hwy. 89. www.dufferinmuseum.com or www.sueamillerart. com for details.

Monday, November 6

• Collingwood and District Historical Society Meeting at Leisure Time Club, Minnesota St., Collingwood, at 7 p.m. Recognizing those who have served our country in the armed forces. Ken Templeman will present the history of The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 63. Admission is CDHS membership or $5.

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Tuesday, November 7

• Turkey Dinner at Centennial United Church, 234 William Street, Stayner, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Turkey dinner with all the trimmings and homemade pies for dessert. Take-out available. Adults $16, children (6-12) $8, 5 and under free.

Wednesdays, Nov. 8 to Dec. 13

• Alone together – a 6 week Bereavement program for those grieving recent or not so recent losses. At Carruthers and Davidson Funeral Home, Stayner, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Facilitator: Laurie van den Hurk. There is no fee but pre-registration is required. For details and to pre-register contact Laurie vandenHurk. 705-970-7737 or tlvandenhurk@gmail.com.

Thursday, November 9

• Georgian Bay Photography Club Monthly Meeting at Chartwell Georgian Traditions Retirement Residence, Theatre Room, 57 Trott Blvd, Collingwood, at 6:30 p.m. Jim Desormeaux will give presentation on video editing. Peter Van Rhijn is the guest speaker on nature photographer.

Friday, November 10

• Duntroon Hall’s Annual One Stop Christmas Sale from 4 to 8 p.m. All your favourite vendors in one place for your shopping convenience! Lots of unique and one of a kind items! Chili and hot drinks for sale. Bake table. (Vendors contact theduntroonhall@ gmail.com to book your table for $25).

Saturday, November 11

• Remembrance Day Services will be taking place at Creemore, Stayner & New Lowell Legions.

Saturday, November 11 & Sunday, Nov. 12

• Holiday photo sessions. A professional photographer to capture 5 digital images and only 15 minutes of your time. All for $40 as a fundraiser for Teddy Bears Picnic. To book your spot contact Teddy Bears Picnic directly or tatianaghaly@hotmail.com.

Sunday, November 12

• Knox Presbyterian Dunedin will host their 149th Anniversary Service at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be Sean Angel. Refreshments to follow. Looking forward to seeing you!

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TD corporate not saying for certain if ATM will remain (Continued from page 1) and straightforward and that your banking arrangements, pre-authorized payments and direct deposits will not change. Providing you with the most comfortable banking experience and the best customer service will continue to be our priority.” Creemore bank manager Anthony Gagliardi referred The Echo to TD Corporate and Public Affairs for comment. “We regularly review our branch presence and consider a number of factors before making the difficult decision to merge branches. After a careful review of a number of factors including declining transactions in this location, our Mill Street branch will be moving to our branch in Stayner on May 4, 2018. We have reached out to our customers to inform them of this change to help make the transition as easy as possible, and we are actively

working with our employees to identify alternative roles where possible, and so you can expect to see some familiar faces at our Stayner location,” said TD Bank Group spokesperson Carly Libman in an e-mail. “… We continue to work individually with customers and businesses to address their specific needs and will hold an information session to answer questions ahead of the transition.” She said TD owns the Creemore location but the process of disposing of the property is not known. “We are focused on serving our customers, with no changes at the Mill Street location until after the move occurs, and are working to determine an ATM location in Creemore,” said Libman. TD would not say for certain there will be an ATM and would not say how many employees are affected although we have been told everyone is moving

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to the Stayner branch. Word travels fast in Creemore and residents have been unhappy with TD’s decision to leave town. They are concerned about seniors who are uncomfortable with online banking and can’t drive to Stayner. Others say losing the bank is the loss of an essential service. “The Creemore BIA is saddened and surprised to learn that after more than 100 years of service TD Canada Trusts plans to close our local branch and the sole financial institution in our village. This will be a big change for our community. As the board of directors we aim to help our members and customers access the services they need, as conveniently as possible, to maintain a vibrant business area in our village. To that end we are currently reaching out to banking institutions and politicians, as well as our members, to see if there is anything we can do to help address this issue,” said the Creemore BIA (Business Improvement Area) in a statement. BIA past president Corey Finkelstein said he and wife Laurie Copeland, owners of Cardboard Castles Children’s Emporium, chose to settle in Creemore because it is a complete community in that it has a post office, pub, grocery store and bank, all within walking distance. He said he started the petition because the bank is considered a hub of the community. “I am hoping it deflects a bit of the

anger and resentment that is being put to the tellers themselves because it’s not their fault… and I am hoping that the manager will take it to the next level and it will create a dialogue with the district management hoping they will take a closer look at this and figure out a different solution,” said Finkelstein. “Likely the decision is already made but I think if enough people sign the petition and if they have enough support from the community maybe they could reconsider and chose a different path.” The Bank of Toronto opened in Creemore in 1902 and settled in its current location as the TD bank in 1960. According to local legend, the bank tried to leave town once before and was pressured by local business owners to stay. “In this town, anything is possible. We have faced many hurdles and we have overcome them. There’s a real community spirit in Creemore,” said Finkelstein. “If any community could make a bank stay I think Creemore could.” Like many people in town, Finkelstein said with the housing builds on the books for Creemore, including seniors housing, the bank closure could make the village less attractive for potential new residents. “With all that’s happening in Creemore, it seems like a crazy decision to close the bank,” said Finkelstein. “We are on the cusp of a huge bout of growth in the village.”

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Loss of TD bank will impact perception of Creemore's viability TD Canada Trust is sloughing off the closure of the Creemore branch as no big deal, it’s just a move up the street. It doesn’t seem like most people in town are buying the corporate spin. Although there may not be much we can do to change a decision made by bigwigs in some office tower somewhere, we don’t have to like it. People we’ve talked to are taking it personally. “We are losing our bank” and “how could they do this?” are common sentiments being expressed. The feeling is that we, as a community, have been loyal to TD and that loyalty is not being rewarded. It cannot be denied that we are not enough for them. The branch is just not profitable enough. Pfft. At the end of the last fiscal quarter, TD reported a $2.77-billion profit, up 17 per cent from the same third quarter period last year. The Canadian retail banking sector accounted for $1.73 billion of net income, up 14 per cent from the previous year. This is another example of big corporations getting richer while small communities suffer and lose the services that they helped build. No matter the reason for the closure, it is bad for Creemore. The news has spread through the village this week like wildfire and with it comes a sense that losing a bank is a bad sign of things to come. People worry that it could have a domino effect on the village, and they are not wrong to worry. The old model of a viable downtown included a bank but now they want us to do everything online. Unfortunately for us, TD is not proposing to set everyone up with a home computer and high speed internet. The people making the decision to close don’t care that there are people who find online banking stressful and, although it may be difficult to believe, others can’t get to Stayner easily. Small business owners and employees will have their own concerns around how to make deposits and get cash. There we go again, assuming the bank cares about the individual people who do their low level daily banking at TD… We are not their bread and butter, we do not matter to them. The announcement has been poorly executed. Corporate hasn’t been able to say that there will even be a bank machine remaining in the community. They say there will be an information session before the May 4 closure but no specific dates have been set. We are right to voice our discontent and try to get TD to stay but when that fails, maybe there is a small credit union that would be interested in doing business in Creemore. For a number of reasons, many of the new houses on the books for Creemore have yet to be built but we are told that growth is coming. Let’s hope a little bit of growth will help secure the future of our other key services.

Eleanor Rutledge feeds the chickens circa 1911-1912. The Blacksmith House B&B on Caroline Street West is visible in the background. Photo submitted by John Smart.

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Poor internet makes online banking difficult A letter to TD: I am very disappointed in the TD Canada Trust Bank. Imagine finding out your bank is closing after reading it on the door. Sounds like an “out to lunch” to me. This bank has been in Creemore for over 100 years supporting our residents and us supporting you. I don’t know whether you realize what the closing of this bank will do to our town. There is no other bank for us to use and to travel out of town is impossible for some. The two new bank machines in Stayner are really of no use to us. Easy Web Banking, which is not so easy, is not available to all because of no, or poor internet connections. The businesses will have no safe place to make deposits or get coins and cash for their business. What about the 200-300 new homeowners who come to Creemore? They will have no place to work

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out a mortgage deal or deposit their hard earned savings. But on the other side, if we now have to leave Creemore, maybe we can check out what other financial institutions have to offer or maybe another bank would like to open a branch here. Considering we have to leave town to bank, maybe we might as well do the rest of our shopping there also, which in the long run will hurt our businesses, and thus the town. So please, stop and rethink this closure. You might not just close a bank but also help to close a town. So your closing will not “offer us a comfortable banking experience today” but rather a hardship that we really don’t want. So please rethink this plan and leave our bank here. We need you and hopefully you will see that you need us. Gayle Millsap, Creemore.

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Wrong to believe TD customers will remain loyal Editor: As an ex-banker with several financial institutions in Canada and the UK, I understand the economics of banks reducing the number of outlets and customer “face time”, arguing that improved transportation and customer inconvenience is reduced through technology. What tends to be forgotten is the real effect of branch closures on a community and the disparities in culture and consumer needs of different communities. One must ask: is this a rational economic move or a career benefiting one? By moving its Creemore customers to Stayner the bank is effectively reducing its services to an assumed “captive” consumer base. It may be fundamentally wrong to believe that Creemore area customers will

Letter move their business to Stayner, either because both communities are in Clearview Township or because of the inconvenience of opening new accounts with competitor institutions. The TD Creemore Branch fulfills a need for customers in a geographic area which includes not just Creemore, but New Lowell, North Mulmur, Duntroon, Glen Huron, Dunedin, Glencairn and spaces in-between. This is a large area that includes businesses, individuals, property owners and investors, many of whom look to the TD in Creemore as “their bank”. New development in the Creemore area will further expand the local customer base. It is difficult to believe the Creemore branch is unprofitable. The TD has been a leader in Creemore

community activities for many years, supporting local charities and initiatives. These initiatives, festivals and the Creemore Farmers’ Market attract many tourists (up to 4,000 per weekend) who rely on the TD ATM to pay merchants and vendors, while recognizing the TD as a community contributor. Loss of this facility alone imperils local businesses. By leaving Creemore, the TD will operate only one branch in Clearview. The other closest TD branches will be Collingwood, Shelburne, and Angus, which locations all house competitor banks. There is significant community anger at the proposed closing of the only bank in town. A drive to Stayner in the winter is often difficult due to road closures and weather issues. There is no public transportation in the municipality, so

travelling to Stayner for many, is a major inconvenience. If customers must go to Stayner, they may well go to Collingwood, which has better shopping, more cultural attractions and several banks other than the TD. In summary, the intended closing will be a lose-lose proposition. The bank will suffer reputationally for a long time and lose customers to competitors; customers will be greatly inconvenienced, and the community will lose a long-time supporter and a trusted business facilitator. If the TD is more interested in profits than communities, carry on with the closure. As a long-time customer and shareholder, I object to it. Perhaps a review of this decision should be reconsidered or re-worked. Doug Mills, Creemore.

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He jumped around and tried to fly up but then he would fall to the ground, I waved the net around trying to get it over his body without causing any harm, when before you could say “Bruce Lee” he flew at the door with his legs straight out and kicked out the heavy duty screen and jumped out the hole! Jeepers (not quite the word I used), and he was gone. I have never seen Petey run so fast... ever. He was gone to the pasture and doing that proud peacock strut that they do. I have tried in vain to catch him but it is like trying to sneak up on a wild turkey, forget it. I see him every day wandering around the yard and making his way to the donkey barn at night to roost in the high beams. It is a mere 20 feet to his roosting spot. The CEO says that I need to climb a ladder at night and bag the 50- pound bird while he is sleeping. Ha, exactly what I said… we don’t have a 20-foot high ladder. I think it will be more of a lift up in the tractor bucket next time there is a full moon, if I can keep the CEO awake that long. At least it gets dark early now. So if you see me with a cast, or bruising on my face you will know that I have had a tangle with Petey Peacock, but please don’t ask me how it went. Here’s to feathers in your hat, Cat.

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When you go to sales at Keady, or Mount Forest, you get to know people who have the same sort of interests as you. You compare notes and list the breeds of fowl that you are looking for. You discuss diseases and lament in the misery of the demise of a duck or chicken. So it was through this network of fowl enthusiasts that I had someone approach me about buying Petey Peacock, perfect! The summer was coming to an end and I had to reduce my flock somewhat. The lady sent me a text that she would be coming over in the afternoon to pick up said peacock, I told her that I would have him bagged and ready for her to transport him safely home. Now, remember that I have very limited experience with peacocks. I sorted most of the chickens away from the outside yard that Petey spent his days in, and told him calmly what was going to happen. I do this little speech more for myself than the animal as it helps me to keep my wits about me. In one hand I had the large fishing net which is essential for fowl catching (unless it is night time then you can just walk up and grab them) and a very sturdy pair of gloves on. I spoke to Petey so that he would realize that it was only I, his keeper and feeder, that was in the enclosure.

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Clearview takes second at Georgian Bay Reads Clearview Public Library representative Julie Pollock made it to the final round of Georgian Bay Reads advocating for The Lost Diaries of Susanna Moodie by Creemore author Cecily Ross. Indian Horse by Richard Wagamese, defended by Meaford representative Leslie Ransom got the win, beating out Rilla of Ingleside by L.M. Montgomery, chosen by Collingwood rep Mariane McLeod, Man in the Shadows by Gordon Henderson, chosen by Springwater rep Anne Arksey and We’re All in This Together by Amy Jones, chosen by Wasaga Beach rep Cathy Turrie. Georgian Bay’s premier literary event pits book defenders from each participating library against each other to determine the best Canadian title. It’s an evening full of laughs as each defender argues why their book is deserves to be the champion. This year’s event was moderated by last year’s winner Julie LeBlanc of Collingwood. “It was pretty cool to have two really strong books on the list, the others were pleasant reads but I don’t think they were at the same literary level,” said Pollock. “I warmed up to the debating much more than I expected. It was fun to stretch my words.” It worked out that Meaford won because the plan was to make a big splash for next year’s 10th anniversary event at Meaford Hall. All three branches of the Clearview Public Library have copies of the contenders and all the titles from past years. Visit www.georgianbayreads.ca for the full reading list.

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Simcoe launches bid for Amazon HQ2 The County of Simcoe has received support from the Government of Ontario towards the County’s efforts to secure the development of Amazon’s newest North American facility within Simcoe County borders. “The County of Simcoe is open for business and offers an experience truly north of ordinary. Our communities provide affordable lifestyles with an abundance of infrastructure, transportation, amenities, services and an educated, hardworking and growing workforce. We have one united goal to foster an environment that provides the absolute best opportunity for Amazon and all our businesses to thrive,” said County of Simcoe Warden Gerry Marshall. Amazon, which currently has Canadian locations in Toronto and Vancouver and employs more than 380,000 people around the globe, recently sent out a request for proposals to identify a location and partner municipality for its newest North American facility. The proposal states that Amazon’s HQ2 would generate up to 50,000 local jobs for the successful location. As part of the county’s economic development strategy to attract, grow and support our economy and labour force, the County has identified potential locations and worked with the towns of Bradford

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County representatives launch a regional bid to bring Amazon to Simcoe County Oct. 19. West Gwillimbury and Innisfil, as well as development partners, to submit a strong proposal to Amazon to make Simcoe County the home of Amazon HQ2 and ultimately generate high-paying, quality jobs in our

communities. Leading with the tag line “North of Ordinary”, the proposal highlights our region’s many value propositions and strengths, including our lifestyle opportunities, high quality of life,

growing communities, affordability, attraction of newcomers, proximity to GTA, access to major highways, transit and international airports, strong talent pool, focus on research and development, access to health care, and an opportunity for Amazon itself to help shape the surrounding community by working with the County and host municipality as potential development occurs. The County anticipates that it will hear back from Amazon in 2018. To b o l s t e r p r o v i n c i a l competitiveness and increase our labour force, the Government of Ontario announced Wednesday that it plans to increase the number of post-secondary students graduating in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines, including artificial intelligence, by 25 per cent over the next five years. This initiative will boost the number of STEM graduates from 40,000 to 50,000 per year and position Ontario as the number one producer of postsecondary STEM graduates per capita in North America. Locally, Georgian College and Lakehead University are recognized as leaders in many of these disciplines – with Georgian College in the process of developing a new state-of-the-art Advanced Technology, Innovation and Research Centre.

The Creemore Nature Preserve (“The Mingay”) The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) welcomes visitors from the village, surrounding communities, and further afield to enjoy the rolling hills of the Mingay. During this time of year particularly, as the leaves change their colours, the property’s forests are a beautiful sight to experience. NCC would like to remind users that this property is open for only passive recreational uses, including hiking, birdwatching, nature appreciation, and once the snow flies, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Motorized vehicles are not permitted, and due to the property’s frequent recreational use hunting is not permitted for safety reasons. NCC has just formalized the trail network on the Mingay, which features new signs (with navigational/directional information), closures of trails that lead off the property onto private land, and the movement of the main trailhead to the gate south of the parking area. To access the new trailhead, walk down the 6th Concession until you reach the gate on your right. You can connect to the trail network from there. If you have any questions about the property or its management, please feel free to contact NCC at kristyn.ferguson@ natureconservancy.ca or 519-826-0068 x.222.

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Friday, October 27, 2017

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Friday, October 27, 2017

Important notice to TD Canada Trust customers in Creemore: Your branch is moving. On Friday, May 4, 2018, after business hours, the TD Canada Trust branch in Creemore is moving to 7267 Highway 26, Stayner. Banking services will continue to be available to you at any TD Canada Trust branch or Green Machine® ATM. You can also bank 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with EasyLine® telephone banking, EasyWeb® Internet banking and mobile apps. For more information, visit tdcanadatrust.com An Information Session will be held soon. We are planning to offer an Information Session where TD Canada Trust representatives will be present to talk about the relocation of your branch. We are still finalizing the details for the Information Session, where we will welcome the opportunity to answer any questions you may have about the move. For more information about the date, time and location, please contact TD Canada Trust or your branch.

For information about the branch move and branch closure requirements: • Call the Creemore branch at 705-466-2018, or • Call TD Canada Trust at 1-800-409-7120, or • Contact the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada at 1-866-461-FCAC (3222).

We look forward to serving you at our branch in Stayner.

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Testing for radon the only way to know risk level by Trina Berlo Radon. It’s deadly and not a lot of people know about it. The colourless, odourless radioactive gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in Canada, after smoking, according to health officials. Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph public health environmental health specialist Bo Cheyne was at Mulmur’s town hall meeting Saturday encouraging people to test their homes for radon. She said tests have indicated homes with elevated levels of radon gas are more prevalent in her region compared to other parts of Ontario. In a Canada-wide study, Health Canada found not only that homes across the country have dangerous levels of radon, but also

that the percentage of homes with high radon levels is higher than average in the Wellington-DufferinGuelph area: locally, 15 per cent of homes tested above the Canadian guideline compared with 7 per cent of homes nationwide. Radon is naturally occurring in the ground and seeps into buildings through cracks in the foundation. It is caused by the breakdown of uranium in the soil, rock and water. It can get trapped inside and the higher the concentration, the greater the risk of developing lung cancer. November is radon action month. The goal is to encourage people to test their homes. Tests should be done in the colder months so that results aren’t skewed by open doors and windows.

Residents are encouraged to purchase an approved test kit. The test is to be done for a minimum of three months and up to one year. If results show elevated radon levels, there is remedial action that can be taken to vent the gas to the outdoors. If levels are higher than the guideline of 200 Bq/ m³, a building should be remediated within two years and if levels are higher than 600 Bq/m³, the recommendation is to remediate within a year, according to Health Canada. Test kits will be sold for $35 at a Nov. 9 radon information session in Orangeville, at the Alder Street Recreation Centre, located at 275 Alder St, Orangeville, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Pine River Institute receives $1M donation G&M plans for electrical Addiction and mental health treatment is now more accessible for youth and their families thanks to a $1 million personal gift from Gary and Donna Slaight to Pine River Institute. The donation will fund bursaries to eliminate the financial barrier to care, which can be a significant obstacle for families seeking treatment for an adolescent child. Ontario families in crisis have limited options. Pine River Institute, located in Mulmur, is one of the few places where youth between the ages of 13-19 can get simultaneous treatment for both addiction and mental health issues. Unlike most “rehab” programs which run 21 or 30 days, there is no time limit at Pine River. Youth typically spend 14-16 months engaged in Pine River’s program; their treatment largely, but not entirely, covered by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, leaving families on the hook for a bill of $10,000 or more. Recognizing that many families cannot afford this expense, Pine River has offered partial subsidies since 2006 to finance program costs not covered by government or independent insurance providers. “Treatment is hard work and recovery takes time. The Gary & Donna Slaight Bursary Fund will ensure that any young person can access Pine River’s lifesaving care and will give families the chance to focus on healing and growing alongside their child, which leads to better outcomes and sustained recovery,” said Vaughan Dowie, CEO, Pine River Institute. “We are

profoundly grateful for the trust and support of Gary and Donna Slaight whose gift will benefit so many families.” “When a child is ill, the whole family struggles. Waiting months to start treatment is a torture no family should have to endure. And, to go without is unthinkable. Donna and I are privileged to be able to help and we are excited that our gift toward bursaries will make it possible for more youth and their families to access Pine River’s exceptional care. Because, every young person deserves the chance to build a healthy and productive life,” said Gary Slaight. As Canada’s foremost residential treatment centre for teens struggling with addictive behaviours and other mental health issues, Pine River Institute is dedicated to improving the health, development, and quality of life of troubled Canadian youth and their families. Its comprehensive treatment program is comprised of four integrated phases: Outdoor leadership experience (wilderness), residential treatment, transition back to the community, and aftercare, to give youth the comprehensive treatment plus the academic and social grounding they need to live healthy, productive lives. By fostering maturity in a family-centred program, it helps young people get their lives, their relationships, and their futures back on track. It is, also, dedicated to treatment excellence and the exchange of knowledge that will improve treatment outcomes for youth and families everywhere. To learn more, visit www.pineriverinstitute.com.

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Collingwood General and Marine Hospital will experience a temporary power outage on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Sunday, Oct. 29 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in order for an electrical upgrade to occur. Backup power is in place. “I would like to assure the community that the Emergency Department remains open and operational. We will continue to provide timely access to care and will facilitate seamless care for patients in collaboration with our community partners as required,” said Norah Holder, CGMH President and CEO. CGMH is working with all hospitals and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in our North Simcoe Muskoka Local Health Integration Network (NSM LHIN) and Grey Bruce during the power outage, to ensure any urgent case that requires referral is transported by EMS to a referring hospital. “CGMH has procedures and contingency plans in place, and the appropriate management and facilities staff will be on-site during the outage to manage any unexpected situations,” said Holder.

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Martial arts family wins gold at worlds A trio from Maizis Martial Arts Academy went to Dublin Ireland Oct. 6-16 to represent Team Canada at the WMO World Championships. The event took place over three days, with eliminations on the first two days, and finals on the last day. Alexandros Maizis, at his second world championships, had a strong showing. Maizis won gold in boy’s 13-15 years over 65 kg continuous fighting. He won silver in boys 13-15 years over 65 kg point fighting, and silver in boy’s 13-17 creative/musical kata. Maizis also earned a silver for his help with the AWAD (Athletes with a Disability) division. Kevin Colquhoun, in his first ever world championships, competing against people up to 11 levels higher than himself, had an outstanding day. Colquhoun won gold in men’s over 80 kg continuous fighting. He then went on to win silver in men’s over 80 kg point fighting. Soke Michelle Maizis was also in fine form. She won gold in women’s over 60 kg point fighting and gold in women’s Japanese kata.

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Kevin Colquhoun, Alexandros Maizis and Soke Michelle Maizis with their medals from the WMO World Championships in Ireland. “It was an amazing team to be part of,” says Soke Maizis,” I am so proud of my husband and son. It was

PLANNED POWER OUTAGE FOR THE VILLAGE OF CREEMORE Sunday, October 29th, 2017* Hydro One has advised Collus PowerStream that a planned power outage has been scheduled between the hours of 08:00am and 12:00pm on Sunday October 29, 2017 to facilitate the safe work on the Stayner M2 44KV circuit, to accommodate work for the installation of a new substation on County Rd 9, East of Creemore. Should the weather be inclement the outage will be rescheduled for another date and notice will be distributed accordingly.

This outage will involve specific Collus PowerStream customers located in the Village of Creemore. (See image above) Collus PowerStream regrets any inconvenience this interruption may cause, however should you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact Hydro One Customer Service 1-888-664-9376

a fantastic experience made that much better by having our family competing together. WMO is a terrific organization.”

Big Heart Seniors It was potluck lunch day again! Although only 14 participated, it was a delicious meal with a wide variety of choices. Thirty-two played bid euchre all afternoon with Evelyn Warden joining us for part of it. We welcomed Linda McNicol back again. The last bus for this year will go to Rama on Tuesday, Nov. 7. If you would like to go please call 705466-5205. We need more passengers. Many seats are available. The 50/50 draws were won by Lucky Marcia (Cameron) x2, Janice Stephens, Marion Kelly, and Lillian Hiltz. Only two moonshots were played. Peter Gubbels had the first and Dave Smith won the travel prize for the second. The scorers at bid euchre were Barb Pilon, 332 (wow!), Isabelle Gubbels, 294, Joan Olaskey, 281, Dave Smith, 276, and Marion Kelly, 105. Joan Olaskey was on the lucky chair. If you would like to play or learn bid euchre, join us at the Legion at 1 p.m. on Thursdays.

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Friday, October 27, 2017

All Good Things opens Nov 1

A play in one part performed by Heidi Lynch and Alex Crowther Written by Sean Reycraft • Directed by Steve Lucas

Sunday, December 10 at the Dunedin Hall Steph and Stewart arrived home from their blissful honeymoon to find something terrible happened in their absence. This show moves from pathos to humour and back again as their story is revealed.

Matinee presentation Evening presentation Members and prospective members are invited to our AGM at 1:00 pm, to be followed by free refreshments and the show. Donations welcome. Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society is a registered charity with a mandate to foster community through cultivating and celebrating the arts and heritage of Creemore and area.

Tickets $15 at The Creemore Echo and online at Ticketscene.ca. $20 at door. Doors at 6:30 p.m. show at 7 p.m. For info contact sara@creemore.com 705-466-9906

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(Continued from page 1) financial situation. “People may find themselves making decisions about whether they are going to feed their kids or pay part of their hydro bill,” said May. She said, without judgment, the church helps when it can, drawing on its discretionary fund for specific needs or help connect people to services if the need is perpetual. May said the church is able to help people through a community network that relies on word of mouth. The goal of the new store is to create a revenue stream for the church’s outreach efforts. Playfair has purchased the commercial building at the corner of Mill and Francis Street East, where she is setting out an eclectic collection of treasures, that are donated and new, with some sold on consignment. She is collecting donations of high-end fashions and designer home décor. Proceeds from donated items will support charitable causes while other items will support the operation of the store, called All Good Things. Playfair already has designer clothing, eveningwear, jewellery, shoes, linens and fabric and seasonal décor. There’s Prada shoes, an Escada dress, Louis Vuitton shoes and a Coach bag, to name a few of the designer fashions. The retired interior designer said she has an eye for style and beautiful things and will enjoy staging the store. “I want people to feel really good when they walk in,” said Playfair. Volunteers from the church will be helping out and there are plans to do even more to support outreach efforts. All Good Things is opening Nov. 1. Store hours are Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday afternoons. Contact allgoodthings705@gmail.com or 519-278-4187.

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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.

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McLeod, Charlie – Just a note to say we do remember the friendship, joy, fun and abiding love we shared for so long. Today, October 24th, is as it was 10 years ago – bright and sunny with the threat of a storm. Love Maureen and family.

Newell, Kathleen Isabel – Kay passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2017, at St Joseph’s Health Care Centre in Guelph, in her 101st year. Kay was the dear wife of Herbert Newell who predeceased her (1990); much loved mother of Julianne Pettigrew (Brian) of Guelph, Brian Newell (Cheryl) of London and Valerie Gray (Ian) of Surrey, B.C.; cherished Grandma of Christopher Newell (Chantal), Tara Newell (James deceased), Nicholas Pettigrew (Ashley), Jonathan Pettigrew (Alyssa) and Caitlin Baxter (Kevin). She was the very proud GG of Lauren and Adam Newell and Brody and Nathan Pettigrew. Kay was born in Lavender, Mulmur Township on May 16, 1917 to Samuel and Margaret Hawkins (Bryce), the second of two children. She was predeceased by her brother Morris. After the War she married Herb and together they settled in Creemore where they became prominent members of the business community. Kay was an active member of the Eastern Star, the Skating Club, St. John’s United Church UCW and choir, and various other social clubs, where she enjoyed her many friends. Kay was a kind and considerate woman whose sweetness and smile drew others to her right to the end. She was feisty, had a dry sense of humour, a quick wit and greatly enjoyed her own jokes. She often commented on how proud she was of her family and we know she loved us unconditionally. A funeral service will be held at St. John’s United Church, 192 Mill Street, Creemore, on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 1 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John’s United Church or Creemore Union Cemetery. Friends may visit Kay’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

Hay for sale. 4 x 5 bales, net wrapped. First & second cut. Call Bill at 705-466-5725.

yard sale Saturday, Oct. 28 & Sunday, Oct. 29: 21 Elizabeth Street East from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Yard Sale. Quilting supplies, toys, kitchenware & so much more. All proceeds go to kids attending Mini Yo We camp. We raise our community in kindness.

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.

For rent

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.

Spacious, newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment in heritage building in downtown Creemore. Non-smoking, cat-friendly building. Utilities included. Please leave a message at 705-466-2544.

Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Fall is here! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, yearround. All windows welcome. Call 705351-0768. References on request.

Beautifully renovated, fully stocked, 4 bedrooms, seasonal rental available December 1st until March 31st. Utilities included, satellite television, high speed internet, snow removal, etc. $18,000. Call 705-466-2509 or jalonfarms@sympatico.ca.

Painting. Masonry & Parging. Professional quality. Call Don for estimate at 705-424-0708 or 705-816-0708.

halloween Feel free to pick up a pumpkin from the downtown BIA planters! They were purchased for the Harvest Festival at Thanksgiving and now they are looking for homes for Halloween!

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House Cleaning. Weekly. Bi-weekly. Monthly. Referrals upon request. Lorraine Noble at 705-423-9076 or lornoble@hotmail.com.

piano lessons Piano Lessons. All ages. Beginners to advanced ability levels. Creemore and surrounding area. Contact Carlee for further details at carleegowan@gmail. com or 705-816-3243.

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Trott – In loving memory of Jim Trott, November 4, 1944 - October 29, 2007. We think of you in silence. We often speak your name. What would we give to hear your voice And see your face again. Missing you always. Sandra, Lori & John, Natasha, Alana & Rob, Jackson, Presley, Wyatt & Katsandra. Gale – In memory of Sylvia Gale, November 2, 2013. Mom: In tears we saw you sinking, We watched you fade away. Our hearts were almost broken, You fought so hard to stay. But when we saw you sleeping, So peacefully free from pain, We could not wish you back To suffer that again. Love forever, Louie & Ron.

wanted Do you have an old photo from in and around Creemore that you would like to share with the community in the Creemore Echo? Drop in with your photo and we would love to run it in the paper. We will scan it and return it to you right away.

auctions Bob Severn Auction Register Ph: 519-925-2091 www.auctionsfind.com/severn

Sat. Oct. 28 at 10 a.m. Auction sale of 20 collector & movie cars, 20 scrap cars; trucks; JD 5425/ ldr tractor; 24’ car hauler; toys, memorabilia & garage equip. For Jim Hewson & HFI Services, 350 Dublin Street, Mount Forest.

Kidd Family Auctions

www.kiddfamilyauctions.com

November 4: 10 a.m. Antiques and Collectibles Auction at Creemore Arena. Shop for a unique gift your friends and family will cherish forever. (a second sale on Dec. 9) November 25: Firearms Auction at the Creemore Legion. (a second sale on Feb. 2018) Watch for details of our first Timed On-Line Auction, Dec. 1 to 7! **Call right away if you want to be a consignor in one our sales!** dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499 lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-1315

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Employment Opportunity Committee Coordinator

Permanent Full-time (35 hours per week utilizing a flex-time schedule) Stayner, Ontario Job Posting #2017-019 Clearview Township is seeking a full time permanent Committee Coordinator. Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Director, Legislative Services / Clerk is responsible for providing assistance, support and coordination of administrative duties for Council appointed Committees and Boards.The preferred candidate will possess excellent organizational and administrative skills including a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office as well as competent internet navigation skills. In addition, they must possess a skilled ability in diplomacy, adaptability and be able to prioritize workload. Skills and Experience • Recognized degree/diploma in Business Office Administration or related discipline, AMCTO certification would be a definite asset • 1 to 3 years experience in a related position preferably in a Municipal Clerk’s Office • Establish and maintain corporate records for all Committees and Boards in accordance to related legislation and Township policies • Preparing and distributing meeting agendas and minutes in coordination with the Committee Chair / Co-Chair, as well as document retention and archiving in accordance with Township records management policies • Preparing advisory committee summary reports for Council Agenda distribution • Acts as advisor to Committees and Boards on all meeting procedural matters • Ensure all regular treasury reports are provided to the Committees and Boards in coordination with the Treasury / Finance Department • Communicates regularly with Committees and Boards and liaises with Senior Staff regarding Committee and Board matters • Establish and maintain a volunteer registry including required training / education and required documentation • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, project and time management skills • Proficient organization and communication skills • Strong technical skills including Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Power Point • Valid Class G driver’s license with satisfactory driver’s abstract

Mayor Christopher Vanderkruys invited male members of Clearview council and staff to paint one of their fingernails with nail polish Oct. 16 in support of the Polished Man Campaign. With October being Child Abuse Prevention Month, Vanderkruys took up the challenge by Simcoe County Warden Gerry Marshall. The campaign started in Australia and encourages men to paint one of their nails with nail polish to represent the one in five kids who are subject to physical or sexual violence before the age of 18. The nail polish acts as a conversation starter about child abuse and what can be done to combat it.

Farm worker trapped in combine O n S a t u r d a y, O c t . 2 1 a t approximately 2:49 p.m., Dufferin OPP along with Dufferin EMS and the Honeywood Fire Department responded to a report of a farm related accident on the 3rd Line of Melancthon. A preliminary Investigation at the scene by the OPP has determined that a male employee became trapped inside a Potato Combine and sustained

serious injuries to his legs. At 3:28 p.m., the male was extricated from the combine by the Honeywood Fire Department personnel on scene with assistance of Dufferin EMS and Dufferin OPP. Once stabilized, the injured worker was flown to an area hospital by ORNGE Air Ambulance with severe life altering injuries, but is reported to be in stable condition.

Attention

anyone who served in the military

(including WWII, Korea, SDA, Militia/Reserve Forces and dependants)

The Royal Canadian Legion Service Bureau Officer Sherry Culling 203-510 Main Street East, North Bay ON P1B 1B8

Salary: Salary range offered for this position is $39,803 to $48,867 per annum with a competitive benefits package including pension plan. **This position requires a flexible schedule within the work week to attend evening meetings of Council appointed Committees and Boards

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. Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2017-019 to Human Resources by November 15, 2017 to:hr@clearview.ca 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

Will be visiting Branches in your area during the week of November 14, 2017

Anyone wishing information, advice or assistance regarding: Veterans Affairs Canada Disability Pensions/Awards Treatment for Entitled Veterans Application for Poppy/Benevolent Funds Appeals against unfavourable VAC decisions Widows Is requested to contact the Branch Service Officer or Secretary of

Royal Canadian Legion Creemore Branch 397 Michael Loranger, Sargeant at Arms 705-466-3007 A free service offered by the Legion.

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