The Creemore
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Friday, November 10, 2017 Vol. 17
Lest we
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Benefit dance supports Bronée family by Trina Berlo Community members are organizing a benefit dance for the Bronée family. Andrew Bronée, the son of Deborah and Trevor Bronée, owner of JT’s Snowmobile Repair in New Lowell, became ill while on vacation in the Dominican Republic in May, leaving him paralyzed. Andrew, 23, had travelled to the Dominican for a family wedding and was in the swimming pool when he became ill. After paying thousands of dollars, he was transferred and admitted to the ICU at the Dominican hospital. He was diagnosed with a bacterial infection and fluid on his lungs. After three days and failing health, he was airlifted to Fort Lauderdale. On arrival he received heart surgery and dialysis. It was two weeks later that he was stable enough to be airlifted to Sunnybrook in Toronto. Once at Sunnybrook, it was determined that Andrew had a stroke in the spinal cord, which is extremely rare for someone so young. The stroke has left him paralyzed from his waist down. Andrew spent several weeks at the Lyndhurst Centre in Toronto for spinal rehab.
Remembrance Day services
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Andrew Bronée on graduation day, with Lisa Brown. Vickie Brown is one of the organizers of the benefit dance. Her daughter, Lisa Brown, is Andrew’s
girlfriend and has been helping him with his rehabilitation. (See “Benefit” on page 3)
Area doctor challenges MP nomination by Trina Berlo Area obstetrician and gynecologist G i l l i a n Ye a t e s i s c h a l l e n g i n g Conservative MP Kellie Leitch for the nomination for the Simcoe-Grey riding. “The political climate needs to change,” said Yeates. “I have always strived to be moral and ethical and do right by people and I needed to step up.” For Yeates, this is her first foray into the political arena. She said she has always been an informed voter but has not been involved in the Conservative Party and it certainly never occurred
to her to run, until now. Yeates said the idea of running came in the form of a suggestion from someone else and after a lot of thought and support from her family, she decided to contest the nomination. She said she had to ask herself the tough question: “Would I be willing to not practice? Because I love my job.” She decided she could probably scale back her workload and bring in other doctors who are looking to complete their residencies. Yeates said she could be an MP and work part time unless she had a cabinet post, “but that is a little presumptive at
this time,” she said, laughing. She said she is prepared to take this all the way. “I don’t do anything if I’m not prepared to do it right,” said Yeates. Adhering to the rules of challenging an incumbent MP, Yeates has gathered more than the 50 required signatures and is prepared to submit her nomination package to the National Council of the Conservative Party of Canada. “In our present political environment, there are those who are playing upon fears and advocating protectionism with the result of raising suspicion (See “Yeates” on page 3)
Creemore Legion’s Wreath Laying Service begins at the Cenotaph at 10 a.m., followed by the Remembrance Day Service at the Legion at 11 a.m. Please be seated by 10:45 a.m. Reception to follow the service. New Lowell Legion’s Remembrance Day Service begins with a Parade from the Fire hall at 10:30 a.m. to the Cenotaph for an 11 a.m. service. A reception to follow at the Legion. Mansfield Women’s Institute is hosting a Remembrance Day Service at the Mansfield Cenotaph, located on Airport Road just north of Mansfield, at 10:30 a.m. A reception to follow at St. Andrew’s Church. This year’s guest speaker is Marlene Mclaren, widow of a military service man who served in as a peacekeeper in Cyprus. She will be talking about her experience as the family member taking care of things at home while their loved one served. There will be a Remembrance Day Service at the Singhampton Cenotaph at 10:45 a.m.
Budget public meeting Clearview treasurer Edward Henley will present the 2018-2022 budget at a Nov. 13 public meeting The total $51.8 million proposed budget includes $27.5 million in operating expenses and $24.3 million in capital spending and represents an estimated net residential tax increase of 1.76 per cent for 2018. The residential tax rate increase includes an estimated municipal tax levy increase of 3.44 per cent, including a 0.26 per cent decrease in police costs, an estimated Simcoe County tax levy increase of 1.00 per cent, an estimated 1 per cent increase in the county levy and an estimated school board decrease of 1.00 per cent. The average home assessed at $284,667 would pay $3,181 in taxes. The Nov. 13 budget meeting is at 6:30 p.m. in council chambers at town hall, located at 217 Gideon St., in Stayner.
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This Weekend Thursday, November 9 to Sat. Nov. 11
• Quarter Century Theatre presents Wild Abandon. A play by Daniel MacIvor. A witty, opinionated and slightly neurotic man on a quest to find himself and understand the world around him. At Simcoe Street Theatre, 65 Simcoe Street, Collingwood, at 7:30 p.m. each night. Tickets $25. After Oct. 15 tickets are $35. Available at www.qctheatre.ca.
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). • One woman show “Celebrating Canada’s Parks through Fine Art and Photography” by Erika Dick for the month of November at in the Art Walk
and the Bridge Gallery at Collingwood Library. Show ends November 30. www.lakesideholiday. ca or 519-924-9977 for more information.
Saturday, November 11
• Creemore Legion Branch 397 Cenotaph Wreath Laying Service at 10 a.m. Please arrive at 9:45 a.m. Followed by the Remembrance Day Service at Creemore Legion at 11 a.m. Please be seated by 10:45 a.m. Reception to follow the service. • New Lowell Legion Branch 516 Remembrance Day Service. Parade from the Firehall at 10:30 a.m. to the Legion’s Cenotaph for the 11 a.m. service. A reception in the Legion will follow. • Mansfield Women’s Institute will be hosting a Remembrance Day Service at the Mansfield Cenotaph located on Airport Road just north of Mansfield at 10:30 a.m. Join us after service for
coffee and light refreshments at St Andrew’s Church. This year’s guest speaker is Marlene Mclaren, widow of a military service man who served in as a peacekeeper in Cyprus. She will be talking about her experience as the family member taking care of things at home while their loved one served. • Singhampton Remembrance Day Service at the Singhampton Cenotaph at 10:45 a.m.
Sunday, November 12
• Church Services - see page 5. • 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! • Curiosity House Artist Reception for Mary Anne Tupling from 1 to 3 p.m. Refreshments served. Artist will be present.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, November 15
• 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. • Clearview Town Hall Meeting at Station on the Green at 7 p.m.
Thursday, November 16
• 6th Annual Byng Bazaar at Byng Public School Gymnasium, 239 William Street, Stayner, from 4 to 8 p.m. Over 30 unique vendors, raffle, shopping, food. Proceeds from the food & raffle support field trips & technology at Byng P.S. Call Marion at 705-428-2043 for vendor information.
Friday, November 17
• Canadian Blood Services Blood Donor Clinic at Stayner Community Centre, 277 Regina Street, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. To book an appointment call 1-888-2-DONATE. • Stuffed Pork Loin Dinner at Jubilee Presbyterian Church, 7320 Hwy 26, Stayner, from 6 to 8 p.m. A delicious Stuffed Pork Loin served with harvest vegetables and apple crisp for dessert - come and enjoy our annual fundraiser. Adults $15, children under 12 $7. Preschool children eat for free. Call the Church 705428-2653, or 705-428-6218 for more info.
Sunday, November 19
• Quilting Workshop (hand stitching & spinning demonstration) with Linda Horner and Pat Forrest at Dufferin County Museum & Archives from 1 to 3 p.m. $15. Enjoy the wonderful atmosphere at the museum while learning new quilting techniques. Register at info@mulmur.ca.
Monday, November 20
• The Retired Women Teacher of Ontario, Blue Mountain Branch, Meeting at Trinity United Church, 140 Maple Street, Collingwood. Registration at 11 a.m. Welcoming retired women teachers to share fellowship and have fun.
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Monday, November 13
• The Rotary Club of Wasaga Beach will host a Veterans’ Appreciation Luncheon at The Recplex Oakview Hall in Wasaga Beach from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Rotary members will be serving a complimentary luncheon and refreshments for veterans and one guest. Please RSVP to Rotarian Angela at 705-429-4292 or angelapiercey@hotmail.com. • Georgian Bay British Car Club meets at the Huron Club, Pine Street, Collingwood, at 7 p.m. Visit www. gbbcc.com for more information.
Thursday, November 23
• Clearview Town Hall Meeting at Nottawa Hall at 7 p.m.
Friday, November 24
• An Evening of Classic Country Music with Bruce Ley & Friends. Primrose United Church is hosting this musical event at Grace Tipling Hall in Shelburne from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets available at Holmes Music & Appliance store or the Carravaggio Drug Store in Shelburne or call Sandra at 705-435-7616.
Saturday, November 25
• Craft & Bake Sale at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 457, 7149 Hwy 26, Stayner from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Venders contact event organizers - tables $20 to $30. Call Gail at 705-627-4087 or email gail_mcculligh@yahoo.com.
• Bronee Family Benefit Dance at New Lowell Legion starting at 8 p.m. to help the family transition Andrew back into the community after being paralyzed from an accident. 50/50 draw. Silent auction. Live music from the band Not Ottawa. Tickets available at Creemore Springs. Call Vickie Brown for more information at 705-715-1890.
Friday, December 1
• Performance of Shakespeares’ MacBeth by The Crowded House Puppet Theatre with dinner prepared by Chef Michael Stadtlander & Min Young Lee. For details and reservation call Eigensinn Farm at 519-922-3128. Starts at 6 p.m. Only 20 seats available. $100 per ticket (tax, gratuity & wine not included).
Saturday, December 2
• Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School is once again proud to host Breakfast with Santa! Come out and take pleasure in the Christmas festivities and enjoy a wonderful pancake and sausage breakfast. Also, take part in the other fun events such as: Kids Shopping Room, Treasure Tray Raffles, Kids Craft Room, Silent Auction and a visit with Santa! New this year, we are also offering Gluten Free Pancakes! Doors open at 8:30 a.m. until noon. Children $5, adults $7, family of 4 $20, family of 5 $25. • Christmas in the Valley. Santa Claus Parade at 1:30 p.m. coming down the main street of Creemore.
Saturday, November 18
• Christmas Decoration/Ornament Workshop at Mansfield Outdoor Centre from 9 to 11 a.m. $5. Join us in the Log Cabin at Mansfield to paint an ornament, make popcorn strings & paper chains and keep cozy by the wood stove. Snacks and supplies provided. Register at info@mulmur.ca. • Christmas Bazaar at Knox Presbyterian Church, 160 King Street South, Alliston from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crafts, bake sale & lunch (homemade soup, sandwiches, dessert & beverage). Lunch: Adults $5, Children $2.50. • Annual Snowflake Bazaar at St. Luke’s Church, 22 Caroline St. W. from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch, bake table, Christmas treasures. • Sunnidale Corners Hall Turkey Harvest Supper. First sitting 5 p.m. Second sitting 7 p.m. 40 people per sitting. Adults $17, Children 12 & Under $9. Delicious Turkey Dinner with all the trimming and homemade pies. For tickets please contact Marianne Buie at 705-428-0223.
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Yeates stands for equal opportunity (Continued from page 1) against people of colour or other religion. I have to say, that’s not okay with me. The Conservative Party needs representation that advocates for social, environmental and fiscal responsibility while having a strong voice in the future of our community. So, this is a time when I must stand up,” said Yeates. “Stand up to the vilification of hard working entrepreneurs like me who are toiling and saving for the future. Stand up to those who don’t believe in growth and opportunity for all. Stand up to the idea that the only way to grow the economy is by spending way more money than we have. Stand up to the idea that the only way to provide services is to raise taxes rather than spend efficiently.” Yeates, who has been practicing in Collingwood since 2000, went to Harvard on a hockey scholarship. She said she moved to Canada with her family from Tanzania when she was three years old after racism drove them
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from her father’s birthplace. She said Canada accepted them with open arms. Growing up in Brampton, Yeates said she played road hockey with the neighbourhood children and later she was enrolled in a local women’s hockey league and her high school team. She was recruited by Harvard to play goalie on the varsity team. With a degree in biology, Yeates returned to Canada for medical school. “…Without economic stability, social connections and real opportunities for the future, we cannot have a healthy population,” said Yeates. “I have built a reputation upon equality. I seized the opportunity provided to all Canadians to define their own success by hard work and perseverance. Since I have had this opportunity I want to ensure it is available to all in the future by representing the people of this riding on a federal level. That is what is right by me. That is what I can stand for. That is why I believe I should be the Conservative Party nominee for Simcoe-Grey.”
Benefit dance in New Lowell Nov. 25 (Continued from page 1) Vi c k i s a i d A n d r e w w o r k e d extremely hard to be able to transfer himself from his wheelchair to the car and back again, in just a few days. Andrew had completed a bachelor’s degree with honours in mechanical engineering before he left for the Dominican. His determination paid off and he was able to wheel himself across the stage in June to receive his degree. Deborah said Andrew has a positive attitude and is getting set up in the workplace. He and Lisa are also helping out with the Cybergnomes robotic team. The family struggled to access their travel insurance when Andrew was first admitted and the details of the claims are being finalized now.
The community is hoping to show support for the Bronée family and help raise funds to cover some of the incidentals relating to accessibility. The family home has had some modifications done to accommodate Andrew and more are yet to be completed, said Vickie. She said the fundraiser will include a silent auction, with some great items. “The community and local businesses have really come through for the family,” she said. The band Not Ottawa will be perform at the dance, which is at the New Lowell Legion on Saturday, Nov. 25, at 8 p.m. tickets cost $20 and are available at Creemore Springs Brewery, Rexall in Stayner and JT’s Snowmobile and Repair on 9/10 Sideroad Sunnidale.
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Opinion Editorial
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The way we were
Creemore united in common desire to save banking services Since news of the TD bank Creemore branch closure broke, people have been coming into our office, imploring us to save the bank. People are angry. They feel betrayed, and rightfully so. Once again, this week, we have received many letters of dissent and we have included as many as possible in this week’s newspaper. People have also been writing directly to TD, expressing how important the bank is to this community. Aside from writing letters, people aren’t sure what to do. We don’t have much hope that The Echo will be able to stop the bank from closing shop but we are really interested in a conversation about alternative solutions. We keep hearing that there are people in the community who have connections and influence within the banking industry. In the interest of focusing our energy and working together as a community, we are looking to connect those people who have the expertise to secure banking services in Creemore and who can offer guidance. If you are such a person, please contact The Echo at 705-466-9906 or editor@creemore.com and we will help facilitate a meeting of the minds.
Letters
TD focussed on US market Editor: There is an article in the Financial Post dated Oct. 24 regarding the TD Bank that people might find very interesting. This is in regards to their expansion into the United States. TD is now the eighth biggest US bank by assets. They have spent US $17 billion from 2005-2010 building its US branch network and now have 1260 branches in the US compared to 1138 in Canada. The parent company derives one third of its annual profit from US banking. I am sure they can well afford to keep the Creemore branch open. We have done everything the bank hoped we would by using the ATM, telephone, online and smartphone banking, etc. and this is the result. I hope another bank can move into town or even a credit union. Creemore is starting to grow and a bank can well survive along with that growth. Roger Zeggil, Stayner.
Upper Perm School, 1928. Back row: Bob Gallaugher, Kent Johnston, Albert Jennings, Elmer Bayle, Willis Irwin, Bob Baker, Front row: Gordon Bones, John Somerville, Lindsay Bayle, Glen Chipchase, Fallis Irwin. Photo submitted by Norma Gallaugher.
Branch closure causes hardship TD Bank: Please, will you reconsider your decision to close the Creemore Branch of TD Canada Trust. We are a village of roughly 1,500 residents, located in the middle of several small villages and hamlets – totaling roughly 8,000 residents, many of whom rely on the services of Creemore. Creemore has been lauded one of the best small towns to live in Canada, principally for its completeness – pharmacy, groceries, funeral home, bookstore, several high-end restaurants, medical centre, library, weekly newspaper, seniors residence, hardware, five churches, art galleries, furniture and curio shops, gas stations, Molson’s brewery among other large employers such as John Deere and down the road, Honda. As a tourist destination, the weekend population often swells to more than double the population who attend special events such as Children’s Festival, Studio Tour, The Toronto Hunt Club, Ride for Heart and Cervelo Invitational Bicycle Race and Tour. We boast at least a dozen volunteer boards – from arts and heritage to various charities and community interest groups. Soon, there will be a development that will see approximately 400 new homes, housing residents
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who will comprise clients and customers of Creemore businesses and services. Closing your Creemore Branch and moving it to Stayner, would create a disservice, and in many cases a hardship for our village and those it serves. Many senior citizens do not drive, business owners would have to take time from their operations to travel to Stayner, weather a major factor for travel in winter when Airport Road is often closed. There is no public transit available for Creemore or surrounding residents. Historians tell us the Toronto Dominion Bank opened in Creemore in the early 1900s. Why, after all these years would the bank decide to abandon its roots, given that the village is growing and thriving, whereas Stayner is not. I am only one person who will be affected by your move. There are many, many others and I hope you hear from them. We hope you will re-consider your decision and continue to be a part of this thriving community. Frances J. Breithaupt, Creemore.
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Did we seal our own fate? Remembering Stanley Royal order to stay in business. A bank is no different although given the profits and earnings that come out of these businesses they seem to be the most profitable of all the businesses in business (they have that much business). The problem with these big corporations is that they have no heart and soul for the people who enter their premises to do necessary transactions to survive. We need access to our money in our own town, not up in Stayner or Collingwood. I remember when amalgamation took place; there is still a very bad taste in the mouths of Creemore residents over that one. So maybe the lesson here is to think before we let groups talk for the masses, when huge life changing decisions are being made for the future of our little village. Who knows what will be the next nail in the coffin of the death of Creemore. Cat Flack, Creemore.
Keep up the letter writing campaign Editor: It is an excellent idea to write to Mr. Brian Levitt, Mr. Bharat Masrani, Mrs. Terri Currie, and Mr. Andrew Pilkington to object to the proposed closing of the Creemore branch of the TD Bank.
I have written my letters and they are in the mail. I suggest that one round of letters is not enough. In a couple of weeks send some more. Helen Blackburn, Creemore.
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When war was declared became great friends with in 1914, Stanley Royal was the little fellow, sharing a young man of 26. our gifts of cake and candy He was born, grew up with them. They wanted to and later farmed on the stay right with us. The baby property we now know as would creep to our door the Mingay Conservation first thing in the morning. Helen Area. “We remained at the BLACKBURN His steady work in a chateau over a month and factory in Meaford came to a sudden when we left the burgurmaster read end when it closed and he was unable an address expressing appreciation for to find any other work. Along with our conduct and paying us the usual another man from Creemore he compliments. Leaving there we went enlisted with the 48th Highlanders to Huy in Belgium. This was the time under Colonel J. A. Currie. of the flu epidemic. We lost some of Stanley Royal was one of the men our own men and we would see four who lived through all the years of and five funerals a day of the Belgian fighting and bloodshed of World War civilians. Our division was taken to I and returned to his father’s farm. He Liege for a week and after we cleaned spent many evenings visiting with his and polished up we were reviewed neighbours, Frank and Alice Webster, by King Albert of Belgium. We were relating his experiences. in Belgium a month, billeted at Huy They took notes and later wrote up but we could get leave any time for his account, 21 pages of close typing. Brussells. In the past, The Creemore Echo has At the end of the month they went published three excerpts from his to Bramshott in England. “We were story. After Armistice Day, he and the last to leave so we were able to some other soldiers were billeted with see the aftermath as each battalion a German family in a chateau. What departed. Those who had sweethearts, follows tells of his experiences. apparently expecting to go with them, “The German people had not would tell them the wrong date so wanted war. Like ourselves they had they would arrive a day or two after suffered extreme hardship and loss of the men had sailed. Then there was life, for the same reason that the war weeping and wailing and swearing. makers might profit. When we first “We sailed on the Baltic. It had went the German people were very been fixed up for a troop ship with nervous. They had all their valuables hammocks slung in the hold. The buried, expecting that we would be odour was sickening. We arrived at looting. It took about two weeks to Halifax after a seven-day trip. We gain their confidence and to be able trained for Toronto and on arriving at to get German coins for souvenirs. As Exhibition Park we were greeted with a result of the British food blockade the usual cheering. After checking they had suffered severely from food our personal effects and souvenirs in shortage. It was not that money was a check room we were taken away by scarce, the food was not to be had. friends to visit with them. They were eating a kind of black bread “I had to wait from Saturday until that we thought abominable. Monday to get my discharge papers “We sometimes pinched food from and belongings. Everything I had our headquarters and gave it to the left with them was gone. They took German woman in the chateau where the diary that I had kept during the we were billeted. She was an excellent whole time and my collection of coins cook. She had more ways of cooking amounting to $22 in silver pieces potatoes than anyone I know of. It is from different nations. I had carried a pleasure to recall the savory dish them safely through Belgium, France, she would make from a hambone and Germany and England. It was left saurkraut. to Imperial Toronto to rob me. This “We spent our Christmas there and ended my four years and nine months ate our Christmas dinner with the experience in the army.” family. They had a Christmas tree just Helen Blackburn is a retired the same as we have here and kindly teacher, avid gardener and a long-time put little presents on for us. There contributor to the Creemore Echo. She were four children in the family, the writes about local history. youngest not starting to walk. We
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Editor: I have been following the letters in the paper concerning the upcoming closure of our one and only bank here in Creemore. All the points made in the letters all have due merit, however, I have to wonder if the bank is not entirely to blame. Think back several years when the proposed development on the Bill Gordon lands was met with venomous opposition. Did we seal our own fate? Did we predict that we would start to lose valuable services here in town? Everyone is focused on the bank, but what about the closure of the small school due to the falling numbers of enrollment. Maybe, just maybe, if the development had gone through we would have many more services available. Think what a difference just 200 new homes would have made in our community. Any business owner knows that a business has to have a profit margin in
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Community names stitched into wartime keepsake by Trina Berlo The Davidsons are looking for a permanent home for a piece of Lavender’s community heritage, a wartime keepsake from a century ago. They are the caretakers of a First World War era coverlet carefully embroidered by the Lavender United Church women, who stitched the names of hundreds of local people. Audrey and Harold Davidson are looking for a home for the bedspread, somewhere where it will be properly preserved and can be viewed by the public. The blanket was passed down through the Brett family and finally over to Harold Davidson, who is the only remaining third generation farmer still farming at Lavender. It was believed it should come back to Lavender, its home, but the United Church is no longer there and there are no community buildings. Mrs. Almer Brett was one of the seamstresses who did the stitching, along with Mrs. Sam Hawkins and Mrs. Herb Johnston. People from the surrounding area made a donation to have their name embroidered on the blanket, and all proceeds went to the Red Cross. The ruffled bedcover is in excellent condition, the bright red stitches are a stark contrast to the white sheet, thought to be made from bleached flour sacks. “Having lived here all my life, I recognize a lot of the names and there are some I’ve never heard of,” said Harold. Names like the Johnstons, Hawkins, Martins, Prentices, Ferrises and Wilkinsons appear often, sometimes with families taking up whole squares or more. The names represent the north-west corner of Dufferin and the southern part of former Nottawasaga Township, now Clearview. It also bears the name of Dufferin MP John Best, who was in office from 19091921. The blanket, never raffled or sold, has not had a permanent home. The Davidsons say they would like to see it as part of the collection at the Dufferin County Museum and Archives. Kevin Charman (right) holds a photo of his father, Gordon Charman of Stayner, who was a radio operator with the Royal Canadian Artillery 7th medium during the Second World War. The photo is part of a display Charman, chief custodian at NCPS, has put up in the lobby of the school, much to the delight of curious students. The display includes all kinds of memerobilia, some from Charman’s own family and some he has collected over the years.
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Models at the Fall Colours Fashion Show strut their stuff Nov. 2 for the 200 people in attendance at the annual fundraiser for the GNE. Local residents volunteered to modeled clothes and accessories from Dovetail, Appeal Boutique, Poise on Main and Northern Reflections.
BIA members and the public are invited to join us at Creemore Springs Brewery TUES. NOV 14 6:30 pm - AGM 7:30 pm - Merry Making Please RSVP to sara@creemore.com 705-466-9906
Tuesday, November 14
New Lowell Legion Branch 516 Join our Comrades at the Remembrance Day Service. Parade from the Firehall at 10:30 am to the Legion’s Cenotaph for the 11 am service. A reception in the Legion will follow.
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Creemore Legion Branch 397 Cenotaph Wreath Laying Service at 10 am. Please arrive at 9:45 am. Followed by the Remembrance Day Service at Creemore Legion at 11 am. Please be seated by 10:45 am. Reception to follow the service. Royal Canadian Legion Creemore BR 397 • Wellington St. W. Creemore
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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Friday, November 10, 2017
Witches Walk
Two hundred witches descended on Stayner Nov. 3 visiting local businesses and raising about $2,500 for The Door. Clearview Public Library judged the costumes awarding the grand prize to The Witch Doctor, Michael Smith (right). Alexa Payment (below) won The Littlest Witch. Left: The Hardisty family in character for the community event.
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The Corporation of the Township of Mulmur INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR:
NORTH DUFFERIN COMMUNITY CENTRE – HONEYWOOD ARENA PART-TIME SEASONAL ARENA ASSISTANT
Reporting to the Arena Manager, this position requires the ability to operate and maintain various types of equipment as well as manual labour. The successful applicant must be able to work flexible hours including weekends. The preferred candidate will have: • A valid G driver’s license • Ability to obtain a current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening • Experience operating the Compressor System for Ice Making, Zamboni, etc. • Self-motivated and able to work independently • Knowledge of applicable Health & Safety Policies & Procedures The starting wage for this position is $17.28/hr. Qualified candidates are invited to email their cover letter and resume in PDF format to hr@mulmur.ca, specifying ‘Arena Assistant’ no later than November 24, 2017 at 4pm.
Visit www.mulmur.ca for full job description. We thank all those applicants for their interest, but only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of candidate selection. Mulmur Township is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
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&Recreation Friday, November 10, 2017
Send sports news to trina@creemore.com call 705-466-9906 fax 705-466-9908
SPORTS Daytime curling
Team W-L-T Bell 2-0-0 McDougall 1-0-1 Coulter 1-0-0 Lambert 0-1-1 Steed 0-1-0 Loranger 0-2-0
From the Hack: The Daytime League is pleased to welcome two new players this season. Both Mary and Geoff have taken to the game diligently! Returning skips Jim, Bill and Ron led their teams to impressive victories this week, with some very nice shots being made! Sandy’s tasty homemade cookies were a real hit on Wednesday! Good curling everyone!
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Mad River Golf Club held a benefit tournament for Parkinson Canada Sept. 27. The sell out event raised $29,000 for the charity. Above: Bill Crysdale presents the proceeds to Parkinson Canada representative Anne McNamara. Organizing committee members also include Sandy Higgins, Bill Patrick, Doug Quanbury and Brad Charlton.
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There were 38 members out for bid euchre on Nov. 2, eight tables of four and two three tables. We said goodbye to Joan Monaghan who has left for the winter in the sunny south. The next potluck lunch will be on Thursday, November 16. The lucky 50/50 ticket holders were Jim Ferguson, Marg Ferguson, Irma Flack, Janice Stephens, Melvin Lougheed, and Marg Falls. Four moonshots were played by Isabelle Gubbels, Jim Rigney, Dave
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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.
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.
Don & Lynne Coutts are pleased to welcome 2 grandsons: Carter James born to Jody and Amy Bennet of Guelph on August 2, 2017. A brother for Everett & Jack. Also on October 19, 2017, Colton Graham born to Les and Kathryn Dodds of Burlington.
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THANK YOU THE CREEMORE LOG CABIN BOARD wishes to extend grateful thanks to our loyal volunteer History Hosts, who welcomed 1,657 visitors as well as 4 bus tours over the course of the summer and fall: Tracey Kolowska, David Johnson, Jim Harkness, Tamar Harkness, Pat Raible, Chris Raible, Michele McKenzie, Don MacFarlane, Frances MacFarlane, Barb Mann, Bill Mann, Deb Smith, Don Smith, Linda Coulter, Lana Bryant, Dawn McPherson, Jim McPherson, Alice Spyrc, Joan Crysdale, Cyndy Reycraft, Bruce Godwin, Anne Godwin, Marjorie Lang, Wendy Schellenberg, Paul Vorstermans, Shanna Lucas, and Walter Lucas. THE CREEMORE LOG CABIN BOARD also wishes to extend grateful thanks to our gallant “greenthumb” gardeners for all their volunteer work over the past season: Kathy Meeser, Dorothy Shropshire, Paul Vorstermans, Lana Bryant, Norah Mills, and Doug Mills. The gardens were much admired by visitors and area residents alike.
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The Dunlop family would like to thank the Centennial United Church family for the support and encouragement they have received upon the passing of their mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. To Wim, thank you for conducting the service and the graveside service. To Kim, thank you for preparing the bulletin; to Bruce and the choir, thank you for honouring Mom with your voices in song; to the ladies of the church for the bounteous tea you provided following the service; to the technical people who handled the sound for the service. And to all of you who have visited us, called us, sent cards and emails, brought food to the house, sent flowers and contributed to the Centennial Church fund, all to show your Christian love in action, we thank you so sincerely. Her memory will live on in our lives and may we continue to honour her in the lives we live. Fred, June and their families.
in memoriam STever, Fred – A year ago today Nov. 13, 2017, I lost my best friend, my soul mate, my husband, Fred. It broke my heart that you left us. But you won’t be alone because parts of us went with you. If we could have more time with you, maybe our dreams would come true. We love you Fred. It’s comforting that you are in a place with no pain. You can rest peacefully. Sadly missed by your wife & family. We love you very much, Evelyn & family. gowan – In loving memory of Rick Gowan Dec. 23, 1956-Nov. 12, 2015. Every day in some small way, Memories of you come our way. Though absent, you are always near; Still missed, still loved, & always dear. Love: Cathie, Ashlee, Lindsay, Gertie and all their families.
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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! December 2: 10 a.m. Antiques and Collectibles Auction at Creemore Arena. Shop for a unique gift your friends and family will cherish forever. **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
CROSS, Peggy Peacefully surrounded by the love of her family, at the Grey Bruce Health Services in Owen Sound, on Tuesday morning, November 7, 2017. Ruth Margaret “Peggy” Cross (nee Brewer), of Owen Sound and formerly of Creemore, at the age of 86 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Lawrence Cross. Loving mother of Dan Cross and his wife, Marylee, of Southampton and David Cross and his partner, Laura Smith, of Orillia. Proud grandmother of Amy Cross and her partner, Ian Kaskiw, of London, Laura Cross, of Markdale, Danny Cross and his partner, Kristen Simpson, of Sauble Beach, Bill Cross and his wife, Kayla, of Creemore and great-grandmother of Mackenzie, Alexandra, Brianna, Theodore, Easton and Denver. Predeceased by her parents, Wallace and Mabel Brewer and her brother, Walter Brewer. There will be a Celebration of Life for Peggy Cross at a later date. Interment in Creemore Union Cemetery. If so desired, the family would appreciate donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation as an expression of sympathy and may be made through the BRIAN E. WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 250 – 14th Street West, Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 3X8 (519-3767492). Messages of condolence may be sent to the family on-line at www. woodfuneralhome.ca.
christmas in the valley Donations Requested: Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School is graciously accepting ‘new and gently used’ items for the Breakfast with Santa Children’s Shopping Room on Saturday, December 2. If you would like to donate any items, please drop off your donation at the school. On behalf of School Council, we thank you for your generous donation. Donations Requested: Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School is hosting a silent auction at the annual Breakfast with Santa event on Saturday, December 2. If you would like to donate any items to help support our school, please drop off your donation at the school or contact Michele Boileau at 705-220-8074. On behalf of School Council, we thank you for your generous donation. Creemore BIA is planning the annual Santa Claus Parade to take place on Saturday, December 2 at 1:30 p.m. NEW THIS YEAR: online registration and information for floats at www.experiencecreemore.com or contact Fred Mills at 705-772-8072.
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Notice of Decision The Decision: In consideration of all written and oral submissions made relating to the subject Zoning By-law Amendment, the Township of Clearview Council has made a decision regarding an application to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 06-54. The amendment has been considered under the requirements of the Planning Act RSO 1990 c.P.13 and applicable regulations. The purpose of this notice is to make you aware of Council’s decision on the matter. Date of Passing:
Monday October 30, 2017
By-law No.: 17-96 Last Date of Appeal:
Wednesday November 29, 2017
Project No. 2016-032 The Zoning By-law is a statutory document that sets out the specific permitted land uses and development standards that apply to properties in the Township of Clearview. Our Zoning By-law was passed in 2006 and is generally amended each year in order to make sure that it is as accurate and up-to-date as possible. The purpose of the proposed housekeeping amendment seeks to simplify wording and clarify the intent of ambiguous provisions and proposes: - An updated ‘Interpretation and Administration’ section with minor alterations and simplified legal non-conforming provisions. - An updated ‘General Provisions’ section that is more concise, with fewer conflicting site and building regulations, and is generally less restrictive. The majority of the section has remain unchanged where setbacks or other metrics are concerned. - An updated ‘Definitions’ section with minor alterations and the addition of a new ‘vehicle’ definition that is clear and intended to work seamlessly with the ‘General Provisions’ update. - Amend the ‘Agriculturally-related Commercial’ zone provisions from ‘160 km radius’ to ‘generally Province-wide’ when referring to the meaning of locally produced products. The effect of the proposed amendment is to produce new accessible sections within the By-law and to create a more user-friendly document.
The subject application concerns all lands within the Township of Clearview. There are no associated applications. ur Rights to Appeal: A notice of appeal must: i. be filed with the clerk of the municipality, ii. set out the reasons for the appeal, and iii. be accompanied by the fee required by the Municipal Board. Only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal a by-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf. No person or public body shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the by-law was passed, the person or public body made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to the council or, in the opinion of the Ontario Municipal Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party. For more information on making an appeal, please visit: http://elto.gov.on.ca/omb/.
For More Information: There are several ways to find more information about this application. Visit our website: www.Clear viewPlanning.ca Contact the Planner assigned to this file: Mara Burton, Director of Community Services mbur ton@clear view.ca 705-428-6230 ext. 264 Visit or write to the Community Services Department at the Township of Clearview Administration Centre: Box 200, 217 Gideon St., Stayner ON L0M 1S0 Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm If you have specific accessibility needs and would like another format or other accommodations the Township of Clearview will work to meet your needs. Please contact Human Resources at 705-428-6230 ext. 255. Notice dated: 9 November 2017
Budget Public Meeting CLEARVIEW, ON- Please be advised that a public meeting for the proposed 2018-2022 Budget is scheduled for November 13, 2017 at 6:30pm in the Clearview Township Council Chambers. Draft copies of the proposed budget are available in person at the Clearview Township Administration Centre, or online at: www.clearview.ca/budget Interested persons may express their comments at the public meeting or in writing, addressed to the Director of Finance, Edward Henley. For more information, please contact Edward Henley Director of Finance/Treasurer 705-428-6230 ext. 225 ehenley@clearview.ca
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