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Feeling Cornered

More houses, more traffic: Residents PAGE 3

Hospital Injection

Hospital builds get county funding PAGE 6

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Terry Dowdall wins Conservative nomination

by Trina Berlo Conservatives have chosen Terry Dowdall as their candidate for SimcoeGrey in the next federal election. Dowdall, Essa Township mayor and deputy warden for the County of Simcoe, beat out Gillian Yeates, Marc Biss and Tim Bulmer for the win. Hundreds of party members came out to the Simcoe-Grey Conservative Electoral District Association nomination meeting at Stayner Collegiate Institute March 24. The day opened with speeches at 10 a.m. and voting using a ranked ballot continued through the day until the candidate was announced at 6 p.m. At that time, MP Kellie Leitch made remarks thanking the nominees for their participation. Leitch announced in January that she would not seek re-election. That was after Dowdall and Yeates were approved to challenge the nomination but before Biss and Bulmer joined the race. A couple days before the nomination meeting Leitch came out in support of Biss and Bulmer calling them the “only real Conservatives” in the race. Dowdall said he has spent the first few days of his candidacy responding to messages before heading to Ottawa this week, at Leitch’s invitation, to

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MP Kellie Leitch (from right) congratulates Essa mayor Terry Dowdall on his nomination as federal conservative candidate for Simcoe-Grey, while opponent Gillian Yeates looks on. meet some of the party people. He said he hopes the focus now turns toward next year’s federal election and that everyone works toward a Conservative win.

“I worked hard right until the end and you hope people recognize it but I was certainly excited because there were a lot of good candidates running. It certainly wasn’t a gimme,” said

Dowdall. “Through it all the best news is we sold lots of memberships and got more people and I think it’s going to help in 2019. Every candidate has said (See “Federal” on page 11)

Two Clearview teens charged for making threats on social media

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Nova Scotia songstress Jenn Grant performed at one of two sold out shows at Avening Hall on the weekend. See page 8-9 for more photos.

Two Clearview Township teenagers have been charged in relation to threats that were posted online. Hu ro n ia Wes t O P P r eceiv ed information about threats posted on a social media platform involving an area school. The investigation led officers to charge a 14-year-old and an 18-yearold with uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm and uttering threats to damage property. They are to appear at the Ontario

Court of Justice in Collingwood on May 3. “Social media platforms provide an individual an audience to express personal opinion which can often generate online conversation. When comments of a threatening nature are conveyed, online or otherwise, and the police learn about them, in the interest of public safety, investigations are launched and involved persons are held accountable,” said police spokesperson Martin Hachey.

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This Weekend Thursday, March 29 Maundy Thursday

• Maundy Thursday Church Services on page 5. • St. Andrew's Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, Creemore, will be open between 5 and 10 p.m. for Silent Vigil. Pick a time of your choice and give to Jesus one hour.

Friday, March 30 Good Friday

• Creemore Echo will be closed today. • Good Friday Church Services on page 5.

Saturday, March 31

• Creemore Easter Market at Station on the Green from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come see what is new and fresh from your favourite vendors. • Celebrate Easter in Creemore. Meet the Easter Bunny between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., take part in an Easter Egg Hunt at the Horticultural Park at noon, complete with special prizes supplied by local businesses. Free balloons, Easter crafts, colouring contest and more. Hosted by Creemore BIA.

• Easter Egg Hunt at 11 a.m. at Mad River Park. Free event for ages 10 and under. Serving hot dogs and drinks afterwards. Presented by Clearview Community Church.

Sunday, April 1 Easter Sunday

• Easter Sunday Church Services on page 5.

Monday, April 2 Easter Monday

• Creemore Echo will be closed today.

Upcoming Events Wednesday, April 4 • Caring for Your Horse and Farm from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Orangeville Library, 1 Mill St., Orangeville from 6 to 9 p.m. This free workshop helps horse lovers reduce their “hoofprint” on the environment. Presented by The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority. To register for the workshop visit www.nvca.on.ca, or contact Shannon Stephens at sstephens@nvca.on.ca or 705-424-1479 ext 239. • Clearview Township Candidate Information Session. Want to run in the next municipal & school board election on Monday, October 22? Come to the Clearview Township office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. RSVP to Pamela Fettes, Clerk, at pfettes@clearview.ca or 705-4286230 ext. 224. For more info visit www.clearview. ca/election.

Friday, April 6

• Rob Roy United Church’s Spring Trivia at 7 p.m. First question at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own snacks. Door prizes and more. To book a table call Barb at 519-922-3343 or check us out on Facebook.

Sunday, April 8

• The Sunnidale Corners Hall Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Delicious pancakes and sausage hot off the grill. Real Ontario maple syrup. Adults $5, hungry man $8, children $3, pre-schoolers free. For info call 705-428-0223.

Thursday, April 12

• Rotary Club of Shelburne is celebrating 80 years! Join them for a Rotary Reception with appetizers at 6 p.m. and performance of “Oh Canada” featuring Leisa Way singing hits from our greatest stars across Canada at 7:30 p.m. at Grace Tipling Hall, 203 Main Street East, Shelburne. $40. For info contact Sandra at 519-925-2006 or s.gallaugher@ hotmail.com or pick-up at Holmes Appliances.

Saturday, April 21 & Sun. April 22

• Smith Brothers Baseball Central Indoor Baseball and Sports Training Facility welcomes former Toronto Blue Jays great Willie Upshaw. Saturday April 21: a hitting clinic for children 9-12 from 10 a.m. to noon; Sunday, April 22: instructing a hitting clinic for children 13-17 years old from 9 to 11 a.m. (There is also a Wine & Dine on Saturday evening at Barrie Country Club at 6:30 p.m. $75 single, $140 couple, $50 for children – plus hst) To purchase tickets or to register for the clinics contact Smith Brothers Baseball Central at 705-424-0427. •

Friday, April 27 & Sat. April 28

Clearview Community Theatre Annual Fundraising Dinner Concerts from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Silent auction and raffle. Family friendly and fully accessible. Come out and hear the Children’s Youth, Open and Ukulele troupes as they share their talents with you. Dinner features a hot buffet catered by Burger Bob. Tickets are available online and must be purchased in advance. In support of the fall shows. clearviewcommunitytheatre.ca.

Saturday, April 28

• Annual Dunedin Fisherman’s Breakfast and Bake Sale at Dunedin Village Hall from 7 to 10:30 a.m. This event has marked the opening of fishing season for over 30 years, and attracts hundreds of people for its great home-cooked breakfast and spectacular baked goods.

Wednesday, May 2

• Mad & Noisy Quiltersʼ 17th Annual Quilt Dessert & Tea at Creemore Legion, 27 Wellington St. W. (off Collingwood St.). Doors open 6:30 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. “Comforts of Home”: Bed Turning, Quilts, Group Projects. Guest Speaker is Laurie Moynes of Northcott Fabrics. $8 admission.

Friday, April 13

• Creemore Curling Club AGM Annual Wind-up Banquet at Creemore Legion. 6 p.m. Social time. 6:30 p.m. Annual General Meeting. 7 p.m. Dinner tickets ($25) can be purchased from a member of the executive. For info call Adam Verstegen at 705607-2326. Open to the public.

Monday, April 16

• Emmanuel Presbyterian Church will be hosting an evening of comedy with Leland Klassen – one of Canada’s best known comedians at 7 p.m. Tickets $15 and can be purchased through www.eventbrite. ca. Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 3521 Cty Rd 124, 3 km. south of Nottawa.

Friday, April 20

• Ham & Scalloped Potato Supper at St. Luke’s Church, 22 Caroline St. W. from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $15, children (12 and under) $7.50. Limited number of tickets to be sold so call early. For info and tickets call 705-466-2206 and leave a message or call 705-466-2315 or 705-424-0422.

Saturday, April 21

• John McDermott in concert with Sara Dale Hartshorn. A Note of Thanks - a benefit concert for Campbell House Hospice, Collingwood. At New Life Church, 28 Tracey Lane, Collingwood, at 7:30 p.m. Presented by Chatterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services. $50 includes $25 tax receipt available at Chatterson Funeral Home, 705-4454700 or www.chattersonfuneralhome.com.

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Friday, May 4

• Theatre Orangeville’s Starlight Gala. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Dessert is in the Town Hall atrium during the 2018/19 Season announcement, Opening Night performance of The Birds and The Bees, and post show reception. Tickets $150 ($100 tax receipt). Call the Box Office to book tickets at 519-942-3423.

Saturday, May 5

• Stayner Lions Pancake Breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Jubilee Presbyterian Church, Stayner. Silent Auction in support of Diabetes Canada. (Silent Auction will move to the duck race at Kinsmen Park and close at 1:30 p.m.) Proceeds of the breakfast to Diabetes Canada. • 7th Annual Stayner Kinsmen Duck Race Day at Kinsmen Park, Brock Street, Stayner. Duck Day activities downtown Stayner from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Duck Day at the park starts at 11 a.m. Silent Auction in support of Diabetes Canada from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. BBQ from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Duck races begin at 1 p.m. Live music & more in the park. Purchase duck tickets at Midwest Metals & The Creemore Echo, Dairy Queen in Stayner and several other businesses in Stayner.

May 25-27

• Theatre Orangeville Youth Singers (T.O.Y.S.) Ages 8-16 playing at the Theatre Orangeville Opera House, 87 Broadway Ave., Orangeville. Call the Box Office at 519-942-3423 for tickets. (May 25 & May 26 at 7 p.m. May 26 at 2 p.m.)

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Residents worry subdivision would worsen busy corner by Trina Berlo Some Stayner residents are concerned that a proposed new subdivision in the east end of town will only exacerbate existing traffic problems at the corner of Highway 26 and Centre Line Road. There was a full house for the public meeting at town hall March 19 when plans for the Manortown subdivision (also known as Sidell Estates), an 81-unit development including 42 townhouses and 37 single detached houses, were presented by Darren Vella, of Innovative Planning Solutions. The proposed development is across the street from the draft plan approved 994-unit Estates of Clearview subdivision. About 16 people spoke at the public meeting, voicing concerns about drainage and landscaping and although very few opposed the development outright, almost everyone who came to the microphone was concerned with traffic.

All traffic would access the new development off Sunnidale Street. Because the subdivision borders Highway 26 and the ministry limits access to provincial highways, all traffic would be fed through to Centre Line Road. This caused concern for people who say they already struggle to navigate the very busy intersection. “I don’t want to oppose this, it’s good for the town but something needs to be done at 26 and Centre Line,” said Jake Weel. Sunnidale Street resident Alinda Bishop was amongst those concerned about the lack of sidewalks, especially when doubling the number of houses that exit onto Sunnidale would double the traffic. “There are going to be more accidents,” she said. “Getting off Centre Line is terrible.” Vella said in working with township staff, the development was designed with a “window road”, meaning that the

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Stop being so nice and go Drivers are too considerate when it comes to navigating four-way stops. Now that we have more of them in Creemore, it has become very apparent that people don’t know how to use them properly or chose to be polite and give everyone else the right-of-way. This is a nice idea but it is actually confusing, and dangerous. We are a polite bunch but being overly considerate at four-way intersections only causes problems. There are rules, and rules are meant to be followed. Think back to driver training: When approaching a four-way stop, the first driver to come to a full stop has the right of way. (We won’t gripe about people not making full stops at this time.) If two vehicles arrive at the same time and are facing each other, the left-turning vehicle must yield to the oncoming vehicle, meaning the driver who is going straight through the intersection goes first. If two vehicles arrive at the same time and are perpendicular to each other, the vehicle on the right has the right-of-way and the vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right. The person turning left must wait for approaching traffic to pass and for all pedestrians and cyclists to cross before proceeding. Driver training will tell you that communication is key in supporting the rules of the road. Smiles, nods, and hand gestures improve driver confidence but they don’t change the rules. Almost every time there is more than one vehicle at a four-way stop, drivers are waving everyone else through the intersection, insistent that they go first. One can only assume that people have forgotten how these things are supposed to work. Coaxing someone into an intersection when it is not their turn only causes confusion – and in some cases, road rage. Now, in the rare case that four vehicles arrive at the intersection at the exact same moment, hand gestures (polite ones, please) are the only way to figure out who will go. This is not a big problem in Creemore. Clearview council voted to install new stop signs in Creemore recently creating new four-way stops as a way of slowing traffic. The residents who championed the signs are happy to have them on their street corners and others have been quite vocal about their opposition to the additions. We won’t ever agree on the use of the signs as a traffic calming measure but now that they are there, the law is clear on how to use them. If it’s your turn, go. Send your letters to The Creemore Echo, 3 Caroline Street West, Box 1219, Creemore, ON L0M 1G0, email to info@creemore.com or drop them off at the Echo’s Office. Letters must include the sender’s full name. All letters submitted to the Echo are not necessarily published. The Echo reserves the right to edit letters for length and clarity.

Submitted by Gertie Gowan

Political manipulated law is a slippery slope Editor: It pains me to find that my faith in Ontario’s judicial system has turned into cynicism. In the matter of appealing the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change approval for WPD Corporation to erect eight 475-ft high wind turbines bordering County Rd. 91, west of the 4th line, (Fairview Wind Farm) a long, thorough and expensive Environmental Review Tribunal (ERT) Hearing was held in the summer of 2016. Two issues were addressed: • Endangerment to human health, citing their proximity to the Collingwood Regional Airport and Kevin Elwood’s aerodrome. • Irreparable harm to an endangered species, citing the impact on the habitat of little brown myotis bats. The ERT found in favour of the appellants on both issues! That should have been the end of it, with the MOE approval revoked. Notwithstanding WPD having every opportunity to present remedial arguments during the hearing, the MOE, being unhappy with the results of the hearing, provided WPD an additional month to provide a

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remedial argument. WPD failed to do so. The MOE then allowed WPD another week, with WPD failing again. However, WPD did concede the ‘Danger to human health’ issue. Again, that should have been the end of it, with the MOE approval revoked. In complete disregard of the Tribunal’s ruling and WPD’s conceding the health issue, the MOE invoked the necessity of a remedial hearing. In other words, give us the ruling we want. Since the MOE appoints the ERT and pays their salaries (a conflict of interest) they applied unusual pressure on the Tribunal. In spite of MOE’s meddling, the ERT rose to the occasion and again found in favour of the appellants. The MOE’s approval was revoked. There will be no Fairview Wind Farm… YEA! If this is a sample of what we can expect of government manipulating the wheels of justice to further their agendas, we can only become more cynical. It’s a slippery slope! John Wiggins, Collingwood.

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Bidding at auction makes for good winter sport AGRITALES

bidding and the group who This time of year can be seem to firmly sit on their tricky, on the one hand the hands to stop themselves sun is shining and you think, from getting caught up in “oh lovely, I will take the the frenzy. This particular dogs for a wee walk.” Then auction a couple of things you go out and realize that had caught my eye; there the temp is still well below Cat was a French style chair zero. FLACK with red velvet, obviously So I look to do things that well loved by the previous owner are fun, and warm, preferably indoors. (that’s designer talk for shabby chic). The perfect pastime… the auction. Not I didn’t think anyone else would be the bird or animal auction (even they interested in it and was surprised at the wait for warmer weather) but the Kidd price I had to pay for the treasure, but auctions over at the arena hall. I have treasure doesn’t always come cheap. been going to auctions ever since I While I could justify paying the $80 learned to lift my arm in the air or give for the chair, I couldn’t understand the secret wide eye look. why someone would pay well, and I Not only are the collections of stuff mean well, over $150 for a wooden interesting to look at, but better than box. I mean you couldn’t even save the museum because you can actually it to be used as a casket for your final pick the stuff up. If the goods on display trip, unless you were folded neatly into aren’t interesting enough the people a small package. are. There are the usual suspects, you One of the items I was interested in know, the dealers. The ones who seem was the box of chicken sunglasses. You to bid on anything just for the sake of

know the little red square shades that attach at the top of the beak, almost like a pince nez, they wear to stop chickens from pecking each other to death. My nemesis of the auction (only because we both like the same things) started bidding. I knew what the going price was so decided that I would play the evil auction bidder and bid my nemesis up, insert evil chuckle here, and it worked. The box with applicator went for $25, $20 too much according to the CEO. Since he got his new iPhone he looks the price of everything up. This ability to find the value of just about anything with the click of a button was reflected in the next item that came up for bid; A grouping of books about antiques and price guides. Unfortunately the auctioneer couldn’t even give them away as like most written things they become obsolete almost as soon as they are published, especially price guides. There was a small amount of

Planner sees red, should be seeing green Editor: With reference to a recent article March 9, township head planner sees red on Greenbelt expansion I found it surprising that she was compelled to write to the province to ask if it was really necessary for the Greenbelt Plan. The Greenbelt is absolutely necessary to preserve the rapidly diminishing resource of precious, prime farmland we in Clearview are so fortunate to have. Across Ontario, farmland is being eliminated at an alarming rate, which

begs the question, where will our food come from in the future? The other issue raised by the planner was dealing with the pressures and complexity of legislation regulations and aggressive developers. A greenbelt would mean all the planner’s work is done in advance and zoning is black and white so no more conflicts or OMB appeals. Our water and best farmland is protected ahead of time. It is estimated that 3 plus million Boomers in Ontario are in the process

of retiring over the next 15 years. The impact to Clearview will be a steady stream of ‘seniors’ moving to smaller towns and country life, away from Toronto and the GTA. Let’s not go where Brampton and Mississauga have gone… where every conceivable square meter of land has been consumed by development. To answer the planner’s question, it is definitely necessary for a Greenbelt Plan! Jeremy Ray, Creemore.

Moorcroft china for sale there that went for pennies compared to previous prices. I came home with a few things, not too much compared to previous trips to the auction. I go by the buying rule of, if you like it and it won’t break you, then buy it. I am enjoying my creature comforts and am willing to raise my arm and shake it like mad to get the attention of the auctioneer, so long as it is a great deal.

The Resurrection: from Gloom and Sadness to Joy and Gladness by Florence Bremner Once more we view that dreadful scene, Our Lord two thieves was hung between, In agony. Upon that tree. He bled and died, man to redeem. Draw near the tomb where Jesus lay, But look... the stone is rolled away. Our Saviour lives, and new life gives, to those who follow in His way. Listen as morning church bells ring, honouring Christ our risen king. With joyful praise, our voices raise, “Hallelujah” in adoration sing. He bids us take the bread and wine, To remember him, our love divine. In awesome wonder, we pause to ponder, These symbols of our Lord’s design. Although the world will show disdain, The Church of Christ shall firm remain. God’s grace abides, His spirit guides, As we Christ’s gospel truth proclaim.

Easter Services

Thursday, March 29 Holy Thursday /Maundy Thursday

• Holy Thursday Service of Holy Eucharist as we remember the Last Supper at St. Luke’s Anglican Church at noon. • St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, Creemore will be open between 5 and 10 p.m. for a Silent Vigil. Pick the time of your choice & give Jesus one hour. • Holy Thursday Service at Holy Trinity Clearview, Duntroon, at 7 p.m. • Mass of the Last Supper at St. Patrick’s Catholic, Stayner, at 7 p.m. • Maundy Thursday Service at Church of the Good Shepherd, 219 Scott Street, Stayner, at 7 p.m.

• Good Friday Service at St. John's United, Creemore, at 11 a.m. • Good Friday Service at St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian at 11 a.m. • Good Friday Service at St. Luke’s Anglican Church at noon. • Good Friday Service at Church of the Good Shepherd, 219 Scott Street, Stayner, at 3 p.m. • Good Friday Service at St. Patrick’s Catholic, Stayner, at 3 p.m. Day of Fasting & Abstinence. • Good Friday Service at Clearview Community Church, Stayner at 7 p.m.

Friday, March 30 Good Friday

Sunday, April 1 Easter Sunday

• Good Friday Service at St. James Anglican, Clougher-Lisle, at 9:30 a.m. • Good Friday Service at Knox Presbyterian Church, Dunedin, at 10 a.m. Rev. Chris Grey. Holy Communion. • Good Friday Service at Holy Trinity Clearview, Duntroon, at 10 a.m. Holy Friday Liturgy. • Good Friday Service at Stayner Brethren in Christ Church at 10 a.m. • Good Friday Service at Salvation Army Hope Acres at 10:45 a.m. 998614 Mulmur Tos TL.

• Easter Sunrise Service at the Eagle Chapel, 3627 5th Line at 7 a.m. (southwest of Creemore heading out Caroline Street West. • Following the service, Easter Breakfast at St. John’s United Church Hall at 8 a.m. • Easter Sunday Service at Clearview Community Church, Stayner at 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Full children's program. • Easter Worship Service at Stayner Brethren in Christ Church at 9 a.m. • Service at St. James Anglican Church, Clougher-Lisle, at 9:30 a.m.

• Communion Service at Mansfield Presbyterian Church at 9:30 a.m. • United Church of Canada Services – New Lowell United Church at 9:45 a.m. & St. John’s United, Creemore at 11 a.m. • Easter Service at Holy Trinity Clearview, Duntroon, at 10 a.m. Holy Communion. • Service at St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, Creemore, at 10 a.m. • Service at Knox Presbyterian Church, Dunedin, at 10 a.m. Rev. Chris Grey. • Easter Service at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, Nottawa, at 10:30 a.m. • Easter Sunday Eucharist at Church of the Good Shepherd, 219 Scott Street, Stayner, at 10:30 a.m. Sunday School. • Service at Salvation Army Hope Acres at 10:45 a.m. 998614 Mulmur Tos TL. • Easter Worship Service at Clearview Community Church-Creemore at Station on the Green, Creemore at 11 a.m. Full children’s program. • Service at Creemore Baptist Church at 11 a.m. • Easter Sunday Mass at St. Patrick’s Catholic, Stayner, at 11 a.m. • Easter Sunday Service at St. Luke’s Anglican Church at 11:15 a.m.

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• The Creemore Echo • Thursday, March 29, 2018

County to invest $45 million in area hospitals

The County of Simcoe is investing $45 million in area hospitals to support capital and redevelopment projects occurring between 2017 and 2031. Warden Gerry Marshall and members from county council welcomed representatives from the Simcoe County Hospital Alliance (SCHA) on March 27 to make the15year pledge official. “We have a long tradition of supporting our regional healthcare system and county council has stepped up once again to help provide our hospitals with resources and supports to meet the needs of our growing and aging communities. Our hospitals have a direct impact on the social and economic well-being of our communities. We understand the challenges related to access, wait times and increasingly complex care needs of patients, and these funds are a direct investment in the quality of care our residents will receive for decades to come,” said Marshall. The County’s strong commitment to area hospitals is not a mandated investment. County council has continued to show leadership in supporting area healthcare to help improve access to critical services and to transform the quality of care for residents. With this renewed pledge, the county has committed $107 million over a 37-year period (1994-2031) to support area hospitals.

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Simcoe County Hospital Alliance representatives accept a 15-year $45 million investment in area hospitals from Simcoe County council representatives. The SCHA Funding Policy was established to create a single and consistent point of contact and procedure for local hospitals to request capital funding from County of Simcoe municipalities and is intended to prevent duplicate or multiple requests. The SCHA is comprised of the hospitals serving Simcoe County residents (Collingwood General and Marine Hospital, Georgian Bay

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General Hospital, Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Southlake Regional Health Centre, Stevenson Memorial Hospital and Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care). A percentage of the $45 million investment will be distributed annually with considerations given to County of Simcoe Paramedic Services offload times at each hospital.

“Oh behalf of the Hospital Alliance, I want to thank the county for their visionary leadership. We greatly appreciate the generous support you provide and your commitment to supporting access and excellence in healthcare services for the residents of Simcoe County,” said Pat Campbell, chair, Simcoe County Hospital Alliance and President & CEO, Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital.

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The Creemore Skating Club held its 49th annual skating carnival March 25 with more than 55 local skaters performing to the theme of Welcome to the Creemore Zoo.

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The Sadies performed to a soldout crowd March 23 to kick-off the fall line-up at Avening Hall. Jenn Grant (opposite page) followed up with another sold-out show on March 24.

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Easter Market at Station on the Green 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet the Easter Bunny on Mill St. Noon sharp Meet at the fountain for an egg hunt 1:30 p.m. Mini parade

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• The Creemore Echo • Thursday, March 29, 2018

Horticultural Society hosts seed planting workshop

Although it may still look like winter outside, experienced gardeners know that now is the time for some important garden work. Gathering ideas for your garden, making plans for what and where to plant, and starting seeds indoors are all time well spent to create a successful garden. Whether you are a novice gardener who has never stuck a trowel in the ground or a more experienced gardener who has always purchased seedlings from a nursery, the idea of starting and caring for seedlings may seem

intimidating. Although seed packets with pictures of flowers and vegetables catch your eye, what do you actually do with them? Packet instructions are often not really helpful. Even selecting which seeds to grow can be challenging when there are so many choices. Once you have your seeds, you still need to know how and when to plant, how to care for the seeds and seedlings, and when to transplant them. The Creemore Horticultural Society (CHS) is offering a seed-planting workshop for the public on Wednesday, April 4 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at

Seniorsʼ Rama trip April 3 The bus to Rama is on April 3 and there is still room for anyone interested. Call 705-466-5205. March and April birthdays: Dave Smith, Isabelle Gubbels and Marg Hennessy. Happy birthday to Eva Comartin, who celebrated her 97th birthday on March 25. Phyllis visited her in Guelph.

Draws: John VanVroost, Ray Lighton, Irma Flack, Alma Seifert, Marg Hennessy. Moon shots: Flo Kerr, Isabelle Gubbels, Morris Tymchuk, Morris gets the travel prize. Scores: Ruth Lougheed, 290; Melvin Lougheed, 277; Irma Flack, 269; Leona Hardling, 254. Lucky chair: Gerry Long.

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St. Luke’s Anglican Church Hall, 22 Caroline Street West in Creemore. This workshop will help answer your questions about growing plants from seeds and teach you the techniques to get started. You do not need to be a member of CHS to participate. All ages are welcome to attend although those age 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult (only one child per adult, please.) All workshop supplies will be provided. You will leave with a covered container holding planted seeds for two different types of heirloom tomatoes,

two lettuces and one sunflower. Instruction will be provided on how to care for your seeds so that they will sprout, how to care for seedlings, how to get them ready to move outside, when to transplant them, and more. Although the workshop is entirely free, advance registration is required due to limited space. A donation of $5 is suggested to help cover costs. Register by e-mail to CreemoreHort@gmail.com or call Judi Parker at 1-519-925-5368 to provide the number and names of participants.

Concert marks Shelburne Rotary's 80th In celebration of its 80th anniversary, the Rotary Club of Shelburne is hosting internationally acclaimed Canadian songbird Leisa Way and her newest concert, Oh, Canada, We Sing For Thee! at Grace Tipling Hall. Way, who played the lead in Anne of Green Gables at the Charlottetown Festival, has created magic with her newest concert. Oh, Canada, We Sing For Thee! was the only concert of its kind traveling across Canada celebrating Canadian music during the Sesquicentennial year, with over 80 performances booked from during a 28-city tour. Oh, Canada, We Sing For Thee! takes you on an exciting musical journey across this spectacular country

with a cavalcade of hits from our greatest stars. Sing-along to Gordon Lightfoot, Anne Murray, Celine Dion, Michael Buble, Shania Twain, Stompin’ Tom Connors, Rita MacNeil, Buffy Ste. Marie, Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, The Guess Who, Ian and Sylvia, Neil Young, Don Messer, Bryan Adams, BTO and many more, along with superb musicianship and incredible storytelling. Way is joined by The Wayward Wind Band for this all ages show at Grace Tipling Hall in Shelburne on April 12 at 7:30 p.m. Ti c k e t s c o s t $ 4 0 , i n c l u d i n g appetizers, wine and the show, and are available at Holmes Appliances or by calling 519-925-2006.

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Federal election in 2019

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Supporters with the Dowdall and Yeates campaigns rally support for their candidates at Saturdayʼs meeting.

(Continued from page 1) they are behind the pick and they are behind the party so that bodes well for us in 2019.” Leitch will continue in her role as Member of Parliament until the end of the term and Dowdall will continue in his role as mayor until the municipal election in October, bringing his 18year career in municipal politics to a close. He said he has been focused on the future but took some time Sunday to reflect on the past. “It’s happy that you won and also sad. I have a lot of good relationships with people in the community, volunteer firefighters, staff and other politicians but there’s good people coming up who are going to replace me,” said Dowdall.

Police investigating residential break-ins in Mulmur Dufferin OPP responded to numerous residential break-ins this month in Mulmur Township. The suspects are entering homes through unlocked doors, basement windows and once inside stealing cash and jewellery. Neighbours can band together and form a Neighbourhood or Community Watch to keep an eye on each other’s residences and immediately report suspicious activity to police. Be advised that Const. Paul

Nancekivell is a trained safeguard officer and can attend by appointment to speak to individual homeowners or small groups to offer low cost suggestions on how to better secure your home. Members of the Dufferin County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to

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• The Creemore Echo • Thursday, March 29, 2018

The War Amps

Key Tag Service The War Amps returns nearly 13,000 sets of lost keys every year! “I want to thank the person who found my keys and called the number on the back of my key tag. I received my keys back from The War Amps today by courier. You guys are fast!” – War Amps supporter

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Colour this drawing by darci-que and take it to Bunny Headquarters at 151 Mill Street during Easter festivities on Saturday, before or after the egg hunt at the Hort Park, for a chance to win a prize.

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An assortment gold & silver, quality costume jewelry. Includes MM Crystal items made with Swarovski Elements. Necklaces, rings, bracelets, pendants, earrings, timepieces, etc. ART: Antique to modern oils and prints featuring Hinton, PeacockEvans, Marc, Monjics, Hilbert, Monk, Corbet, Fisher, Folkins, Kingsland, Serafin, Tarry, Kugler, John-Richards, Chandler, Panersultz; collection of Canadian Pacific Railway art & ads; and many more. Antique Gaming Marker, Mother of Pearl; tapestries; Andy Warhol, limited edition prints, Mickey 104/975; DC Comics poster, 8x11”, w/ history; limited editions, guitar pick display of Marilyn Monroe, Kiss, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Stevie Nicks, Eagles, John Wayne, Leonard Nimoy; Paul Walker, Prince; PLEASE SEE THE KFA WEB SITE FOR PHOTOS. NEW ITEMS BEING ADDED DAILY. IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO CONSIGN. Call, text or email anytime!! Dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499 Lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-1315

Good Friday and Easter Monday Waste Collection There will be NO CHANGE to your garbage, organics, and recycling collection day. Have materials at the curb by 7 a.m. on your regular day to ensure collection. WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITIES HOURS All County waste management facilities will be CLOSED Friday, March 30 and Monday, April 2. (Site 8 Matchedash will be open Monday, April 2) Does not apply to residents of Barrie and Orillia. “Space provided through a partnership between industry and Ontario municipalities to support waste diversion programs”

For more information: County of Simcoe Customer Service 1-800-263-3199

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• The Creemore Echo • Thursday, March 29, 2018

Send sports news to trina@creemore.com call 705-466-9906 fax 705-466-9908

SPORTS

Creemore Valley Hawks PeeWee rep team won the Georgian Bay championship Poll B consolation playoff against Wasaga Beach March 17. The team had a great season going to the semi-finals but losing in Game 5 against Douro. Coaches: Peter Mitchell (back row), John Millar, John Millsap and Chris Ruttan. Players: Jackson Mitchell (in back), Titus Ruttan (from left), Luke Millsap, Simon Ruzylo, Anson Dupuis, Ike Nocholson, Hunter Strong, Brody Coe, Brent Thomson, Miles Dempsey, Miles Millar and Memphis Palmer Gummer (in front).

Creemore Valley Hawks Novice rep won the consolation final against Dundalk March 24. Team members: Dustin “Razor” Rayburn, Victoria “Galaxy” Gillespie, Wes “The H e a t ” H a r b e c , A i d a n “ M r. Creemore” Kinghan, Parker “Money” Marsilla, Nolan “The Bomb” Bloemendal, Liam “Dangle” Duits, Gabe “Wizard” Walsh, Ben “Bonesaw” Tamlin, Chase “Destroyer” Dempsey, K o b e “ C l u t c h ” O a k e s , Ty “Hammer” Hamilton. Manager: Dave “Hattrick” Harbec. Trainer: Jon “Top Cheddar” Tamlin. Assistant coach: Josh “Dr. Dangle” Duits. Head coach: Coach K – Kevin Bloemendal.

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Hay for sale. Round bales 5'x5’. Contact Jerry at 705-888-3043.

wanted Grandma needs to borrow a frontfacing car seat for April 21 weekend. Call Georgi at 705-466-9906 or 705888-2977.

lost / found Key found on Caroline Street West on Wednesday with wire on it for key ring. Pick up at Creemore Echo if it’s yours.

golf Spring is here! Time to tune those golf swings. Call Smith Brothers for a lesson with Debbie at 705-424-0427.

auctions

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• March 31st - large Collectibles Auction, featuring Gas Memorabilia - Creemore Arena. Consign now!! • April 6th - Art & Jewelry. Evening auction - Creemore Arena. • April 14th - Antiques, Collectibles and Rare Finds Creemore Arena. Consign now!! • April 25th - Farm Auction at 197333 2nd Line NE, Shelburne. East of Hwy 10, north of 17 SR. 10 a.m. • April 28th - Outdoor Equipment Sale - KFA Auction Yard, Melancthon • May 12th - Sportsman Auction for Firearms Creemore Arena • May 26th - Toys and Fun Stuff - Creemore Arena CALL, TEXT OR EMAIL TO CONSIGN AND BE PART OF THE EXCITEMENT!! dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499 lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-1315

Correction The head coach of the winning Atom rep hockey team pictured in last weekʼs edition is Rich Gill. The Echo apologizes for the error.

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.

Giffen – We would like to thank friends and family for their support following Eileen’s passing. We extend our gratitude towards Bay Haven Nursing Home for their exemplary care and Carrauthers and Davidson Funeral Home for their compassion. Thank you to Father El-Rassi and the choir of St Patrick’s, Stayner and to the ladies of St Pat’s for a lovely lunch. The Giffens

Swept Away Chimney Services for all your chimney needs. Book your spring sweep now! Protect our feathered friends by installing an anti-nesting device on your chimney. Call or email for prices, details & appointments. Roger at 705-435-8503 or sweptawaychimneyservices@gmail.com. Contractor Repairs, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy. 519-986-1781. Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Spring is here! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call 705-351-0768. References on request.

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Horses Peace Valley Ranch is looking for 5 more horses and their owners to call the ranch home! Join our small group of horse owners on this crazy journey of horse ownership. 200+ acres of riding trails, an indoor arena, working cattle-ranch environment, with horsemanship trainers on site. Horses are kept as a large group unless specified, you haven’t seen horses happier and calmer than at Peace Valley! Located just outside of Honeywood. 519925-6628, www.rawhide-adventures. on.ca, and/or check us out on Facebook@ RawhideAdventures.

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Thanks to Helen Blackburn for the lovely tulips! I really appreciate your thoughtfulness. Sara What a weekend at the ACC North! A big welcome and thanks to Suzi, our newest board member and card shark. Thanks also to Councillor Leishman and Mike; Rick and Bonnie and the Jenns for doing the door; Gavin for helping load out all of those BIG amps and emptying the cans; the tea towel queen; and bar tenders – Clare, Laurie, Ed, Tom, Monica and Doug. We were all totally lit thanks to Keith at Angus Borden and Mayor Bill. Good work on our new lights guys. It was great to have Tim from Duntroon Cyder bring his delicious draft and serve it too. We could not do this without Creemore Springs and their ongoing generosity with the brew. Last but not least thanks to all you ACCers who, as we are told time and time again by performers, are the best audience ever! For more information about the hall or to get on our email list check out www.aveninghall.com.

good food box The Creemore Branch of Clearview Library is now an order and pick up location for the Good Food Box. The Georgian Good Food Box is a nonprofit buying club that purchases fresh fruits and vegetables for distribution in Southern Georgian Bay monthly. The boxes, which sell for $15, are roughly of $25 value in the stores. Contents vary from month to month. Orders must be made before the first Wednesday of each month at one of Clearview’s libraries, or online for an additional small fee. Unless other arrangements have been made orders from Creemore are picked up at Creemore library after noon on the third Wednesday of each month. For more information about the program you can phone Ted vandenHurk, 705428-5537 or visit www.ggfb.ca.

planning an event? The Creemore branch of the Royal Canadian Legion is available for rent. The hall will hold up to 400 people, bar can be arranged. Lounge will hold up to 150 people, bar can be arranged. Quiet Room will hold up to 30 people. Call 705-466-2330 to book. Catering is available for any event.

maple leaves forever Do you like trees? How about the Native Maple Tree? Learn more and Watch Mulmur in Beautiful Fall Colours! Visit mlfvideo.com/echo.

Death Notice

Miller, Margaret Doreen (nee Paterson), of Stayner, passed away at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at the age of 84. Predeceased by her husband, Norman Miller. Daughter of the late John and Irene Paterson. The eldest of six siblings, Margaret is survived by brother William (Bill) Paterson (Vivian) and predeceased by brother Dennis Paterson (Rose Laws), brother Gilbert Paterson, brother Donald Paterson (the late Patsy), and sister Dianne Paterson (the late Michael Littman). Loving Aunt to many nephews, nieces, greatnephews, and great-nieces. Margaret was well-known for her generous nature and will be fondly remembered by her many friends and family members. At Margaret’s request, her body has been donated to the Division of Anatomy at the University of Toronto for anatomical studies. A Memorial will be held on Saturday, April 21 from noon to 2 p.m. at Margaret’s family home, 230 John Street, Stayner. Funeral Home: MacKinnon and Bowes, Toronto. 416-465-7508.

auctions Bob Severn Auction Register Ph: 519-925-2091

Sat. April 7 at 11 a.m. Auction of tractor tillage, hay & grain equip. sheep & cattle equip. For Hollowford Farm (John Eyre) #6234 Wellington Cty Rd. 26 (south of Bellwood) Wed. April 18 at 10 a.m. Auction sale of 3 tractors, skid steer, tillage & hay equip; cattle handling equip, hay & misc. For Craig & Elaine McLaren. #19726 Mountainview Rd. Caledon. SW of Mono Mills. Sat. April 21 at 10 a.m. Auction sale of 4 tractors, backhoe, combine, tillage & grain equip. For Keith & Jean Gray. #061261 Dufferin Cty Rd 3, just west of Marsville. www.theauctionadvertiser.com/RSevern severnautions.wixsite.com/severn

It pays to advertise in The Creemore Echo Classifieds! Contact us by Tuesday at 5 p.m. to place your ad in that Friday`s edition. at 705-466-9906 or info@creemore.com. $17 plus hst for 25 words or less. Everyone reads the Classifieds!

• The Creemore Echo • Thursday, March 29, 2018

Township of Mulmur Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)/Clerk Mulmur is a rural community of 3,500 residents located in Dufferin County. We’re known for recreation, community involvement and agriculture. We’re an hour drive north of the Greater Toronto Area. Mulmur is a great place to live, work and play. To learn more visit: www.mulmur.ca. Due to a retirement we are currently recruiting for a CAO/Clerk to lead our team.

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You will:  Manage the operations of the municipality in a responsible and cost effective manner;  Lead a management team in the implementation of Council decisions;  Engage and inspire Council and staff;  Provide progressive policy and strategic advice to Council;  Perform the statutory duties of Clerk including running municipal elections; A complete job description and detailed ad is posted on the Mulmur website.

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We offer a competitive remuneration package including salary OMERS and group benefits. If you are interested in a challenging career please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence by 4:00 PM Friday April 6, 2018 via fax, e-mail or regular mail to: Ward & Uptigrove Consulting & Human Resources Attention: Alexis Richards P.O. Box 127 LISTOWEL, Ontario N4W 3H2 Fax: 519-291-1850 E-mail AlexisR@w-u.on.ca The Mulmur is dedicated to maintaining a respectful, fair and equitable work environment, and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants. Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this position only in accordance with The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Mulmur is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. This job posting is available in an accessible format, upon request. We thank all persons for applying however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 • Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

www.clearview.ca

Notice- Website Development Survey Clearview Township is seeking feedback from the public regarding the current Township website. The information gathered, along with analytics data and industry experience will be used to help guide the development team in creating a new website for the Township. To complete the survey, please visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/clearview-website For more information or for a paper copy of the survey, please contact: Tim Hendry Communications & Marketing Coordinator 705-428-6230 ext. 240 thendry@clearview.ca

RFP - Recreation, Culture & Parks Master Plan The Township of Clearview will be receiving Request for Proposals (RFP) for: • Consulting Services for the Redevelopment of a Recreation, Culture & Parks Master Plan for Clearview Township RFP forms are available at the Township Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner during business hours or on the website at: www.clearview.ca Submissions in sealed envelopes, clearly marked “Clearview Township Recreation, Culture & Parks Master Plan RFP”, will be received no later than 1:00 p.m. Local Time, Thursday April 5, 2018 and shall be addressed to Clearview Township, Clerk, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, Ontario, L0M 1S0 Please note: The lowest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted For more information, please contact: Terry Vachon General Manager Parks, Culture & Recreation 705-428-6013 ext. 21 tvachon@clearview.ca

Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on April 26, 2018, at the Township of Clearview Municipal Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Township of Clearview Municipal Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner. Description of Lands: Roll No. 43 29 010 012 04173 0000; PIN 58252-0118(LT); Part South 1/2 Lot 37 Concession 11 Nottawasaga Part 73 Plan R727A; Clearview. File No. 16-02. Minimum Tender Amount: $5,339.70 Roll No. 43 29 010 012 04174 0000; PIN 58252-0117 (LT); Part South 1/2 Lot 37 Concession 11 Nottawasaga Part 74 Plan R727A; Clearview. File No. 16-03 Minimum Tender Amount: $5,339.70 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, availability to road access or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. Transfers of properties in this jurisdiction that contain at least one and not more than six single family residences and are transferred to non-residents of Canada or foreign entities, are subject to the Province’s Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST). This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: Lynn Williams, Tax Collector The Corporation of the Township of Clearview 217 Gideon Street, P.O. Box 200, Stayner ON, L0M 1S0 705-428-6230 ext. 227, www.clearview.ca