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Vol. 18 No. 40
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Plan tabled to convert bank to park land by Trina Berlo Behind the scenes, a plan has been brewing that would result in a community foundation taking possession of the TD Bank building in Creemore, and razing it to make room for the expansion of the Hort Park. Tony Arrell and Stuart Lazier have met with officials at TD Bank and although a deal had not yet been inked, they say there are assurances that the bank is willing to gift the building to the community. The TD Bank building on Mill Street has been sitting vacant since the Creemore branch closed in May, but the building is still used to house the bank machine. The proposal is in its infancy and many details – including where to locate the bank machine – have yet to be sorted. The idea is to incorporate the bank property into a landscaped central park or town square with design features to encourage public use. Meetings between the proponents
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A resident strolls past the vacant TD Bank building on Mill Street in Creemore. and members of the Creemore Horticultural Society have taken place and there is some consensus that with financial support for maintenance, the
Hort Society can get behind the plan. This all came out at a public meeting hosted by the Creemore BIA Sept. 28, when about 30 people from the business community, and a few from the community-at-large, gathered at Station on the Green to weigh the pros and cons of removing a commercial building from Creemore’s main street in order to increase park space. Arrell, who divides his time between Toronto and his Mulmur farm, said the proposal came about because of his connection to both the Creemore community and TD Bank. He said he tried to save the bank but when that wasn’t possible he looked at the bank and thought, “It doesn’t fit with the ambiance the town has.” “We wanted to make something special out of the whole space, to reimagine it,” said Arrell. So they asked TD Bank officials and they have agreed in principle to donate the property and share resources for tree planting and that they are working on an agreement for gifting the land to
a foundation, which is in the process of being set up. “I could tell him we don’t want his gift but it would seem to me not too good of a decision,” said Arrell. The Hort Society has been told they would direct the expansion project. “We all love our garden but we know it’s a bit of a walk-through space,” said president Judi Parker. “It’s not a place to linger and socialize.” She said the membership supports removing the less aesthetically pleasing building and enhance the garden to create a heart for the community. “We can’t speak for the whole community but we can do what The Hort does best, beautify space,” said Parker. She said it would create a new buzz, new excitement and of the members present at their last meeting, there was unanimous support for the project. “We went back to Tony and Stuart and said, go for it guys,” said Parker, adding that it fits with Hort Society (See “Foundation” on page 3)
Mulmur candidates face voters at all-candidates meeting by Trina Berlo Mulmur council candidates faced electors at a Sept. 30 all candidates meeting hosted by Mono Mulmur Citizens’ Coalition, or MC2. Moderator Don MacFarlane said the organization hosts the event to increase awareness saying, “Tough decisions need to be made and they are not always popular.” On one side of the room, four new candidates running for three council seats had a chance to introduce themselves to voters and share their thoughts on local governance. On the other side, there’s a two-way race for mayor and deputy mayor. Each candidate was given time for opening and closing remarks, and in between they took questions from the crowd of
about 75 people. Janet Horner, who is running against incumbent Paul Mills for the mayor’s chair, was first to the microphone, commenting that it wasn’t how she thought she would be spending her 40th anniversary. “I want to be your mayor. I will protect our natural assets – our land, our water and our people. I will speak in a loud voice to represent Mulmur’s interests at county and provincial levels. I will work with our new council to ensure we have a robust strategy for our future,” said Horner. “Paul Mills has stated his fear of change in leadership. We have very strong council candidates running this year. That is positive change we all (See “To change” on page 3)
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COMMUNITY Calendar
Submit your community events info@creemore.com phone: 705-466-9906 fax: 705-466-9908
This Weekend Saturday, October 6
• Final Creemore Farmers’ Market at Station on the Green parking lot from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday morning to Thanksgiving. Info: www.creemorefarmersmarket.ca. • Knox Dunedin will host a Thanksgiving Bake Sale at Dunedin Hall from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For info call 705-466-2739 or 705-466-3346. Proceeds to Clearview Food Bank & other charities. • Creemore Apple Pie Contest at Station on the Green. Make a pie and enter it in the contest! Drop off pies between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Or come see who wins at 10:30 a.m. and enjoy a piece of pie for a donation. Funds to be donated to the charity of the winner's choice. • Final Week for 2018 - Creemore Log Cabin History Hosts on hand to welcome visitors at the
Creemore Log Cabin 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 705-4662261. • Dunedin’s 17th Annual Fall Colour Cancer Walk. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at Dunedin Hall. Walk starts at 10 a.m. 6 km to Glen Huron. All proceeds go to Canadian Cancer Society. Call Donna Hammill at 705-466-3071 or Karen Beaulieu at 705-726-8032 ext. 3252 for more info. • Toronto and North York Hunt’s 8th Horses Hounds Harvest Parade at 11 a.m. Dozens of riders in full formal attire. Starts and finishes at Gordon Feed & Seed. En route photo stops. Route and schedule available at www.TNYH.Horse. • High five Cyndy! Dig out your plaid & drop in to celebrate Cyndy Reycraft’s 80th Birthday at 33 Elizabeth Street East from 1 to 5 p.m. Best wishes only.
Sunday, October 7 Thanksgiving
• Church Services on page 5. • Final Mulmur Farmers’ Market at Dufferin County Museum Parking Lot each Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. to Oct. 7. Fresh, local, in-season food. Crafters & bakers. betterinmulmur.ca.
Monday, October 8 Thanksgiving
• Creemore Echo will be closed today.
Upcoming Events Tuesday, October 9
• The Stayner Chamber of Commerce Allcandidates Meeting from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the New Lowell Legion. Candidates will be given time to speak and the public will have an opportunity to ask questions but it is not a debate. • Creemore Ladies Broomball League on Tuesday nights at 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. All ages welcome, 16 and up. No experience necessary, zero contact, fully reffed games with point system. Try a game for free. To register or for more info text or call Stephanie at 705606-2174 or Sabrina at 705-241-1622.
Wednesday, October 10
Saturday, October 13
• Creemore Minor Hockey is having a Bottle Drive. Please have your bottles by the curb by 9 a.m. in Creemore. Those wishing to support outside of Creemore please contact Robert Kinghan at rkinghan@creemoreminorhockey. com or leave a message at 705-466-9959. Thank you for supporting the kids of Creemore Minor Hockey. • Hike the Creemore Nature Preserve. Join Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society for a hike through the Mingay Tract lead by experts from the Nature Conservancy of Canada. Morning and afternoon hikes, gentle walk, family hike and advance hikes available. Maximum 20 people per hike. Preregistration requested. For more information or to register contact sara@creemore.com, 705-466-9906. • Canadian Blood Services Blood Donor Clinic at Wasaga Beach RecPlex, Oakview Hall, 1724 Mosley Street, from 9 a.m. to noon. To book an appointment call 1-888-2-DONATE. • The Best Little Bazaar at Creemore Legion from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local craft and artisans’ sale. Lunch for purchase. For more information contact Dawn at 705-466-2835. • 25 Years-A Young Life in Poetry and Music (A part of the Annual Storytelling Festival) at 8 p.m. at the Simcoe St. Theatre. David Conning, with daughter Laura and fellow musicians present an evening of Poetry and Live Music. Also meet Collingwood’s Poet Laureate, Day Merrill. $20 per person, available at the BMFA Gift Shop, 65 Simcoe Street or online at bmfa.on.ca.
• Wednesdays TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Stayner Evangelical Missionary Church, 202 Ontario Street, Stayner. New members welcome. Call Judy at 705-422-1428 for more info. • Avening Ladies Afternoon Bowling League starts October 10 Wednesdays to April. $6 per week. Interested? Call Gail at 705-466-6399. • Canadian Blood Services Blood Donor Clinic at Collingwood Legion, 490 Ontario Street, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. To book an appointment call 1-888-2-DONATE. • 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. • Alone together – 6 week bereavement program for Sunday, October 14 those grieving recent or not so recent losses. There’s • Fun Family Day – Run Bike Hike from noon to 4 p.m. healing in telling the stories. We gather to listen. at Dufferin County Forest Main Tract, 937513 Airport Wednesday afternoons October 10, 17, 24, 31, Road (east side). 2 km easy walk, 5 km moderate hike/ November 7, and 14. At Carruthers and Davidson run, 10-15 km intermediate run/mountain bike. Free Funeral Home, 7313 Highway 26, Stayner. Preevent. BBQ. Prizes. Bring your water bottle. Dogs registration required. Laurie vandenHurk at allowed on non-retractable leashes. Sponsored by the tlvandenhurk@gmail.com or 705-970-7737. Mulmur Community Events Committee. Friday, October 12 • Kids Halloween Art Workshop with darci-que and • All About Your Bones: Information session for Emilie (A part of the Annual Storytelling Festival) those diagnosed with Osteoporosis or low bone from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Collingwood Library, density, learn ways to keep your bones strong and Free Schools Room. Kids from ages 4-12 have fun prevent fractures. At Collingwood Public Library, creating with lovable darci-que! Registration in Community Rm B, 55 Ste. Marie St, Collingwood advance at the BMFA Gift Shop, 65 Simcoe Street from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Hosted by South $15 per child or register online at bmfa.on.ca. Georgian Bay Community Health Centre, 705• Clearview Candidates Meeting at Station on the 422-0900 ext 102. Green from 2 to 4 p.m. Informal Q&A session. • Creemore Curling Club Social & Registration at Candidates for Ward 2 and 5 councillors and Creemore Curling Club from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Mayoral candidates. Hosted by CARA (Creemore For more info call Adam Verstegen at 705-607Area Residents’ Association). Candidates will have 2326 or amverstegen@hotmail.com. the opportunity to answer questions about their platform and then take questions from the audience. • Fall Concert Series: Ontario Presbyterian Chorus will sing at Jubilee Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Stayner, at 7 p.m. Free will offering.
Wednesday, October 17
• Ladies Darts at the Creemore Legion begins tonight. Registration at 7:30 p.m. $10 to register for the season ending in April. $2 per week. Everybody welcome. For more info call Dee at 705-441-3709.
Thursday, October 18
• Opening Reception from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for Tracey Lawko’s exhibition “small things matter” – native pollinators drawn with thread. At David Kaye Gallery, 1092 Queen Street West, Toronto (entrance on Dovercourt). Exhibit runs to November 4. www.traceylawko.com.
Friday, October 19
• Clearview Community Theatre presents: “The Pirates Of Penzance” at the GNE on Fairgrounds Road at 7:30 p.m. Tickets and info available online at www.clearviewcommunitytheatre.ca or visit A&D Birdseed, 1617 County Road 42, Stayner.
Saturday, October 20
• Come paint the town red! Ken Thornton is turning 100! Please join Ken and his family to celebrate this milestone at Ken Thornton’s 100th Birthday Open House at Station on the Green from 1 to 4 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Your presence alone is a gift!
Sunday, October 21
• The Paper Bag Princess: A Musical at Avening Hall at 1 p.m. Tickets $15 at Cardboard Castles or at aveninghall.com. Performed by To Be Determined Theatre Co. Presented by Avening Hall, Cardboard Castles & Creemore Echo.
Saturday, November 3
• GNE Christmas Craft Show at the Great Northern Exhibition Fairgrounds from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $2. Needlework, sewing, quilts, baking. Penny Auction and The Nottawasaga Model Railroaders displaying their model trains. Lunch booth. Info call 705-466-2000 or 705-4441334. 2220 Fairgrounds Rd. • Tree Society of Creemore’s 2nd Food and Foliage Event at Station on the Green at 5 p.m. Appetizers, dinner, dessert and the speaker, Professor Karen Landman with the Landscape Architecture School at the University of Guelph: all for $25, which includes annual membership to the Tree Society for 2019. Door prize will be a stay at a downtown Toronto Hotel. Tickets available at the Thanksgiving Farmers Market this Saturday, from Tree Society members and at The Creemore Echo and Creemore Village Pharmacy beginning next week. Get yours soon... limited tickets.
Wednesday, November 7
• Turkey Dinner at Centennial United Church, 234 William Street, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. All the trimmings and homemade pies. Take-out available. Adults $16, children 6-12 $8, 5 & under free.
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Foundation would cover costs and losses (Continued from page 1) founder John Hisey’s vision to make Creemore the prettiest village in Canada. With the TD paying $2,000 in annual levies to the Creemore BIA, it is poised to lose 10 per cent of its $20,000 annual levy but there was talk of that shortfall being made up by the foundation. “The TD Bank is committed to doing something for the community,” said Lazier. “They feel very badly [about closing the Creemore branch].” He said they are working with Sobey’s to see if the bank machine could be relocated to Foodland. During the meeting a number of pros
and cons were voiced but the vocal majority in the room saw the removal of the building as a way of creating valuable public space in the downtown area to enhance visitor experience and keep people in town. On the con side, a minority expressed opposition to removing existing quality commercial space in a village where office space is needed, and possible alternative uses for the building being overlooked. The plan is in its early phase and there are a lot of details to work out. After the meeting Arrell said the gift of the property is not contingent on demolishing the building but repurposing it hadn’t been considered.
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Shipyard Kitchen Party played Duntroon Hall Sunday, Sept. 30 during Clearview’s Small Halls Festival, which included programming at community halls throughout the municipality.
To change or not to change? (Continued from page 1) can embrace. My leadership style is one of empowerment. Our three new councillors will bring new ideas and energy to the council table. I’m not worried that Mulmur will elect a weak mayor and a weak council. I am not worried at all.” Next up, Mills countered with, “I realize that “change” is often a popular buzz word around election time and it provides an attractive campaign slogan, but change for what reason? Regardless of what voters decide, Mulmur is going to experience a lot of change after this election. We have a brand new CAO leading our staff team at the township office and we
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are guaranteed to have three brand new councillors around the council table next term. With all of these changes already afoot, the need for an experienced mayor at the top who can lead with strength and stability is particularly underscored.” Running for deputy mayor is Earl Hawkins and Keith Lowry. The four council candidates are Shirley Boxem, Ken Cufaro, Patricia Clark and Jim deMelo. Online and telephone voting opens at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 12 and closes at 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 22.
See more election coverage beginning on page 7.
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The Way We Were
Now more than ever First off, apologies to those who do not give a poop about municipal elections. These pages are full of what we like to think of as a mini in-paper candidate meeting; a way to compare candidates and their take on local issues. In this first round, we are publishing responses to three questions posed to candidates for mayor and deputy mayor, in both Clearview and Mulmur. We have also posed two questions to each of the candidates running for Simcoe County District School Board trustee in our area because we believe there is a lack of awareness about the role of the trustee and their impact on our community. Next week we will publish answers to questions posed to those running for council seats in Mulmur and Clearview Wards 2 and 5. We wish we had the space to run a great big spread on all of the candidates running in Clearview. The truth is, while we can’t vote for many of the people sitting around the council table at town hall in Stayner, they have just as much say in the decision making process. By publishing this Q&A we attempt to inform and engage voters, inspire them to get out and vote, and make an informed decision when doing so. It would be wonderful if everyone was just chomping at the bit to vote but we realize that some people will discard these unread pages, and opt out of the process entirely. The stats from last year’s election tell us that of 12,234 eligible voters in Clearview Township, 5,111 voted with 3,580 voting online and 1,531 voting by telephone. We also know that 32 per cent of voters waited until the last day to cast a ballot. This year’s voting window is from Oct. 12-22 so, there is time to read these pages, no matter how many cups of coffee are needed. Use them as a springboard for a conversation with the candidates, who should be happy to engage with voters. Attend one of the candidate meetings, which are so generously being hosted by community groups in various communities (see community calendar on page 2 for listing). Our election coverage happens to coincide with National Newspaper Week, Oct. 1-7, The theme of the 2018 campaign is “Now More Than Ever”. It got us thinking about the role of the media during elections. The national media does a great job of covering provincial and federal elections but other than community newspapers, where else will you get coverage on municipal elections? No other news source will provide this essential, albeit boring to some, news coverage. We are poking fun at ourselves here but it truly is our duty to present you with this election information so you can do with it as you will. Let’s hope you logon or call in, using the information that has been sent out by the municipality (check your mail!). If unsure about that process contact your municipality or visit www.clearview.ca and www.mulmur.ca.
Banda School – June 1965. Back row: Pat Dinsmore, Mrs Hopper (teacher), Shirley Noble, Janice Bannerman, Bob Noble, John Noble, Danny Patteron, Glen Morby, Doug Peacock. Middle row: Barbara Walker, Cindy Rogers, Mary Noble, Irene Walker, Lynn Mills, Jean Fletcher, Phyllis Cober, Charles Walker, Howard Walker, Murray Patterson. Front row: Janice Walker, Myrtle Walker, Gladys Walker. At this time only seven original Banda School students remained, the rest were bussed in from outside, mainly SS 23 and Slash School. Photo submitted by Irene Davenport (neé Walker).
Vote, and vote with care Editor: In politics, as in most aspects of life, there is an inherent resistance to facts. When faced with reality, our rulers, whether in the Federal Cabinet or Township Council, tend to fall back on personal prejudices. It might be a fable they have clung to since childhood, church, club or family affiliations, the “old boy’s” network, you-scratch-my-back trading, or some other notion that will influence their choice. Corruption isn’t necessarily limited to lining one’s
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"God must have had another plan for me to live" Spring was early in 1902, which was my first year as an active farmer. Seeding was all finished by the middle of May. Rolling the newly sown fields with a heavy land roller was the final operation. Saturday, May 17, I was rolling the last field (the one on the corner opposite the post office and station). It was Uncle Reub’s old wooden roller made in two sections like two huge barrels with necessary framework. The seat was an improvised affair. Dad had gone to Creemore by horse and buggy. I had just finished and my team of horses evidently knew the job was done because they perked up, as I faced them toward the barn. The roller dropped into a furrow and the seat broke. I was pitched into the revolving roller and lost control of my team. They ran wild. Fortunately I was driving one young horse and old Kate, a family favourite. The result was that the team ran in a circle. Old Kate being slow, the young horse ran around her. It didn’t last long as the lines got under the roller and forced the horses to stop. I
got out of my predicament m y s e l f . Fortunately the accident was seen by several. Uncle Helen BLACKBURN Bill was first at the scene and when he saw how I was smashed up and bleeding heavily he grabbed me and we both passed out together. Tom Patton was the station agent and he was just about to leave the station for supper when he saw the accident; even at quite a distance he sensed it was serious. Accordingly he returned to the telegraph key and wired Creemore to rush a doctor. (Note: there were no telephones). Dr. Bradley had just returned from a country call and had a team of broncos already hitched. He reached the house almost as soon as the men who carried me from the field. Dad, in Creemore, got the message second hand and was right behind the doctor. Evidently what contributed to saving my life was that the terribly lacerated arm was sheathed in mud. The dirt played a part in stopping the flow of blood. Even the Doctor estimated that I had lost two-thirds of my blood and there were no blood transfusions in those days.
Local History
Last month we began the autobiography penned by C.B. Smith, also known as Bert. He was the publisher and editor of the Creemore Star for many years. At this point in his story Bert is still on the farm at Smithdale.
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Dr. Bradley gave me stimulants and tied off all severed arteries, etc. He said amputation of the left arm would be necessary the next morning. The injuries included two compound fractures of the left arm as well as half the flesh torn away. My left shoulder had all flesh torn off and the collarbone broken. Fortunately my head and hands were uninjured. Dr. Bradley asked for Dr. McFaul, the leading surgeon at Collingwood to come next morning to supervise the operation. Dad was frantic and called in Dr. Ball from Singhampton and Dr. McLeod from Stayner. The latter two arrived first and agreed the amputation was the thing to do. Dr. McFaul arrived and he said there was a hope to save the arm if blood poisoning could be prevented. He said, “Put the boy in the hospital at Collingwood under his care and he would try to save the arm.” He also said he would amputate if and as a last resort. All agreed. I was placed on the kitchen table and administered anesthetics. Dr. Bradley connected up arteries and muscles, etc. Mother told me I was five hours on the table. It was Sunday, May 18, and even though there were no telephones it was estimated 100 people were in the yard. Jim Hamilton, a husky big man, went and took a peep at the doctors at work. What he saw through the window caused him to faint. They laid him out on the grass.
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Sunday, October 7 Thanksgiving Saturday, October 6 Knox Dunedin will host a Thanksgiving Bake Sale
at Dunedin Hall from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For info and baking requests (by Oct. 3) call 705-466-2739 or 705-466-3346. Proceeds to Clearview Food Bank & other charities.
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Service at 10 a.m. Minister: Rev. Chris Gray Celebrating 150 years!
Creemore branch – Station on the Green
Sunday service 11 a.m.
Sunday school, Friday night kids program
Sunday Worship Service at 11:15 a.m.
Creemore Baptist Church Service at 11 am Wellington Street West
The Anglican Parish of Holy Trinity, Clearview Sunday Worship at 10 a.m.
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Candidates for mayor We put the following three questions to those running for mayor in Clearview Township. Please see their numbered responses (in alphabetical order): 1. What can be done to meet the township’s affordable housing targets and address a lack of seniors’ housing? 2. Agricultural land is facing a number of development pressures. As a decision maker, how do you balance population growth and economic development while preserving farmland and the rural landscape? 3. While in office, what specific actions have you spearheaded to improve quality of life in Clearview?
Doug Measures Hometown: Bowmanville Profession: Community Te l e v i s i o n P r o d u c e r (retired) Hobbies: classic cars, Mustang owner, amateur radio operator Favourite destination in Clearview: Tee block at the 9th hole - Duntroon Highlands Golf Course. You can see Clearview from there. 1. Clearview has an active role on the County of Simcoe Affordable Housing Advisory Committee through our planning department staff. In this role we remain engaged in the activities of the greater community and offer our local input to the strategy. Our Deputy Mayor has spoken of this several times. The action needed to allow development of new affordable housing builds is in the renewal of our Clearview Official Plan to keep it aligned with the intent of the County Growth Plan and the Provincial Policy Statement. As building growth in Clearview is focused on the primary settlements of Stayner and Creemore, it is the property owners of development lands that will bring forward their concepts of growth. Our role as council and staff will be to find opportunities to convince developers that a diverse housing inventory is what is needed to complement our existing neighbourhoods.
2. Agriculture is the primary economic activity in Clearview Township. I expect it will remain so as our community increases in population. Our population growth is generally at a slow rate however it is focused on the settlement areas as defined in our official plan. There will be significant building starts in the coming years as the provincial and national economy turn to positive growth. The lands that are within our settlement areas targeted for development will only see activity if public water and waste water servicing is available. Certainly in Creemore and Stayner, servicing capacity is available. Nottawa and New Lowell are not as easily serviced at this time. Agriculture zoned lands need to be used for farming. The official plan for our community provides confidence that we expect these uses to be protected. While pressure to develop in all settlement areas needs some work on in-fill lot creation and small unit count development, council must take steps to call for a review of the official plan to permit development that is complementary to existing homes. 3. I have been serving Clearview on many projects while your Ward 1 councillor. As a member of our Economic Development Committee, I worked with our committee to host business networking events. As a member of the Culture & Recreation Advisory Committee, and past chair, I worked to establish the Recreation Showcase early in my term. I also chaired the committee review of the Recreation Master Plan. I was successful in advocating for the change to the Open Burn Bylaw so all residents of Clearview could enjoy a backyard fire. I worked with the Ward 2 councillor to bring forward a motion to pave the 30/31 Sideroad as it was increasing in local traffic and agriculture traffic. I was the co-chair, then chair of the Small Halls Festival and remain an advocate for accessibility renovations at our Small Halls. I insisted that we bring a Public Participation Period to the agenda of your council meetings.
Christopher Vanderkruys Hometown: Brentwood Profession: Director Business and Development, Barrie Public Library Hobbies: gardening and cooking Favourite destination in Clearview: too hard to choose
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1. I feel that we have been certainly requesting builders that are coming forward and moving with their developments to consider some mixed diversity of housing that can accommodate our shortage. We continue to meet with developers and Simcoe County staff that have considered affordable housing as well as senior’s housing and have discussed the benefits both from the County of Simcoe and Clearview Township’s willingness to partner in various ways such as donating the land and reducing the development charges and permits. Clearview has been instrumental at the County of Simcoe to have over $4 million designated for affordable housing within the small rural development areas such as Clearview. We may also have to consider some future land tax rebate depending on the sizes of future developments. It may be necessary for Clearview to initiate the development of affordable or senior’s housing projects, because developers feel there is a lack of profitability. 2. Realistically we follow provincial guidelines that are set and used by municipal governments to ensure agricultural lands are protected and control our residential development growth through places to grow provincial legislation. Clearview certainly supports the ongoing development of agricultural related businesses and its diversity. 3. I have spearheaded multiple meetings with the County of Simcoe and local developers to ensure they are able to move forward with their projects. Continually advocated and consulted with the County of Simcoe and developers for affordable housing and senior friendly housing so that residents can remain in Clearview. Continually advocates for our small halls in each community and ensures that they will remain a vibrant and vital part of our communities. Initiated and held multiple town hall meeting in all of our communities to ensure that residents had an opportunity to voice concerns. We have initiated a public transit system beginning within Stayner linking Clearview to other transit systems in neighbouring municipalities. We plan to grow the transit system to service the other areas within Clearview in the future to ensure connectivity. Clearview initiated the opening of the first Clearview youth centre in support of our youth. We have increased the budget for our road maintenance on our rural roads. We worked with the County of Simcoe to lift road restrictions on various roads within the Creemore area to ensure that they can continue to have financial stability 12 months of the year. We have created our first Historic Site to preserve our history of Clearview Township (Bethel Union Cemetery). (Deputy Mayor Barry Burton has been acclaimed.)
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Candidates for mayor We put the following three questions to those running for mayor and deputy mayor in Mulmur Township. Please see their numbered responses (in alphabetical order): 1. How do you balance the desire for a diversified tax base through development and new business while preserving farmland and rural property? 2. MPAC assessments are on the rise and taxes are going up. What can be done to make sure residents aren’t priced out of their own community? 3. While in office, what specific actions have you spearheaded to improve quality of life in Mulmur?
Hometown: Teeswater, Bruce County Profession: Golden Horseshoe Food and Farming Alliance, executive director Hobbies: Singing, cooking, reading mysteries while on vacation Favourite destination in Mulmur: We farm a field on the top of the Pine Valley where you can see for miles up and down the valley. It is our favourite spot – winter, spring, summer or fall! 1. Mulmur will never be a place that will attract intensive industries that would significantly diversify the tax base. Our designated industrial lands are unserviced so their use will be limited to low impact commercial uses. With other serviced lots available in Shelburne and Orangeville, many industries will look there before Mulmur. Our industrial park was recently
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sold to a new owner and we need to determine what their plans for these lands are and how we can help in that process. At the same time, the implementation of the Growth Plan policies within the Greater Golden Horseshoe and the Agriculture System designation will ensure no further fragmentation of the agricultural land base by severance. While this decreases the number of lots our municipality has available for building, it will protect the agricultural land base. Mulmur should look to Mansfield for residential development where we have capacity to include more homes in our existing water system. I would like to see housing in Mansfield that would allow for more of our seniors to “age in place”. 2. Our tax bill is made up of our Assessment value times our municipal tax rate (Mulmur and Dufferin County) plus education levy. In Mulmur, our tax rate was adjusted down in 2018 to reflect the increased assessment. All levels of government must be aware that there is only one taxpayer that will ultimately pay the bill. Excessive spending demands on the part of the municipalities and County will only drive the tax bill up. Demand by our residents for better roads and municipal services will also drive the tax bill up. Mulmur has a very slow growing population and will always have to balance services with the limited amount of tax revenue that we receive. If we build our reserves, we will be able to take advantage of granting programs that require matching dollars to undertake large infrastructure projects. 3. Many of the things that happen at Council are driven by the council team and the staff at the office. There are a few things I will take the credit for but these things could not occur without the talents and efforts of the many Mulmur volunteers that made them happen…. (Continued on next page)
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(Continued from page 8) I worked with the Shelburne Library, Booklore and Mulmur readers to present four years of Authors in the Hills of Mulmur. This attracted more than 500 people to spend an afternoon in the beautiful barns of Mulmur with famous Canadian authors. I created the strategy and Chaired the Mulmur 150 Committee. Mulmur hosted 14 events during 2017; attracting more than 1100 people. I spearheaded our now annual Mulmur Day Event; that brings our community together. With Councillor Lowry, we brokered the agreement for the North Dufferin Community Centre with Melancthon. Our vision is for a multi-use community hub in Honeywood. If I become Mayor of Mulmur, I will encourage more volunteers to be involved to help us keep improving the quality of life in our very special place!
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taxes will rise even if there have been no significant improvements to your property. Some relief is in sight as seniors and those with disabilities can now apply for a deferred tax plan. This means a certain portion of your tax can be deferred until you sell your property. It’s not a perfect plan, but it is a step in the right direction. In the meantime, I encourage residents to contact MPAC directly to request a review if they feel their taxes are unfair.
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Mulmur candidates Keith Lowry (from left), Earl Hawkins, Paul Mills and Janet Horner take questions from residents at a Sept. 29 all-candidates meeting hosted by MC2.
Paul Mills Hometown: St. Catharines Profession: cattle exporter Hobbies: sports, reading, travelling Favourite destination in Mulmur: Home at Quiet Pine Farm 1. Mulmur is a rural community, and as such, we need to commit to providing extensive protection for our farmland and our water. Mulmur’s Official Plan along with Dufferin County’s Official Plan, and the Provincial Agriculture Mapping does just that. To ensure a
diversified tax base, we are encouraging home businesses in desirable locations and designating carefully targeted development areas like the Primrose Business Park in order to increase our commercial tax revenue so that we can keep our taxes as low as possible, while still providing top-notch service for our ratepayers. 2. Since first elected to Council, I have been lobbying MPAC to come up with a better formula to ensure that property owners are never forced out of their homes because they cannot afford to pay the ever-increasing property taxes. Right now, taxes are based on the average price of properties within a certain area, which means if more expensive dwellings are built or property values rise because of demand in your particular MPAC area, your
3. My belief is that Mulmur Council is a team, and that team is the force that makes things happen. Our team includes staff, Council and ratepayers. There is no “I” in TEAM! Over my 11 years on council, much has been accomplished by Team Mulmur, but focusing mostly on the last term, highlights include: Prevention of a needless and redundant expansion of NEC boundaries; Development of a 10-year financial plan; Adoption of a comprehensive Strategic Plan; Increased engagement of ratepayers through regularly scheduled, informative Town Hall Meeting and yearly Mulmur Day Celebrations; Revitalization of the Pine River Fishing Area; Passing of a bylaw to prevent the dumping of dirty fill within our township; generating income by sourcing a new insurance provider and installing revenue generating solar panels on municipal buildings; keeping Mulmur’s tax rate one of the lowest in the County and establishing a strong and respected presence at Dufferin County Council. (Continued on page 12)
For Mayor of Mulmur
Our life, our home in Mulmur is special. We need to cherish it, respect it and protect it.
My vision for Mulmur includes
• Enhanced wireless phone and highspeed internet service • Engaging our residents to participate in shaping our future • High quality municipal services – good roads and bridges, strong customer service, with taxes that won’t break the bank • Controlled development at Primrose Business Park and Mansfield • Protection of our natural assets while guarding against ‘overreach’ by provincial or county levels of government.
Because that’s what really matters
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More than 1,000 people toured the village Sept. 29 and 30 to experience the Creemore Festival of The Arts, presented by Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society. Clockwise from top left, opposite page: People stroll through a mini version of Mill Street, an exhibit created by Amber Harloff called The Little Village With a Big Heart: Tiny Edition ; Debbie Ebanks Schlums and Adrian Kahgee weave on a large loom as part of Time Immemorial: Mnaandendmowin; James Simon Mishibinijima shows his work at Water First; Kaii-Liis McInnis with her alpaca products and paintings; Jeff Smith shows his metal art; Peter Adams’ Things We Take With Us, Things We Leave Behind installation was featured at the Station on the Green, Jennifer Ross with her pottery; Marian Marshall with her ceramics. Staff photos: Trina Berlo
Time to PRESERVE OUR LANDSCAPE AND RURAL VALUES Time to HOLD THE LINE ON TAXES Time to CREATE JOBS
I’M KNOCKING ON DOORS IN WARD 5 LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT: seniors’ housing youth services Creemore bus service pedestrian & road safety condition of our rural roads cost of home ownership local health & recreational services support for our local businesses & our farm community
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, October 5, 2018 we can diversify our tax base through industrial development within designated areas such as the planned Primrose Industrial Park. This will continue to preserve farmland and rural property. Also small home or rural businesses are beneficial to Mulmur and should be encouraged.
Candidates for deputy mayor We put the following three questions to those running for mayor and deputy mayor in Mulmur Township. Please see their numbered responses (in alphabetical order): 1. How do you balance the desire for a diversified tax base through development and new business while preserving farmland and rural property? 2. MPAC assessments are on the rise and taxes are going up. What can be done to make sure residents aren’t priced out of their own community? 3. While in office, what specific actions have you spearheaded to improve quality of life in Mulmur?
Earl Hawkins Hometown: Mulmur Profession: beef farming Hobby: farming Favourite destination in Mulmur: at home
1. It is a struggle to balance development with preservation. Mulmur needs to increase commercial businesses so that commercial taxes will ease the burden of residential taxes. I believe that
Keith Lowry
Hometown: St. Thomas Profession: Armoured Corps officer, secondary school teacher and administrator, Education Officer and Provincial S u p e r v i s o r y O ff i c e r, management consultant Hobbies: Great Pyrenees and municipal politics Favourite destination in Mulmur: My woods and/ or the Terra Nova Pub
2. MPAC sets the assessments and that is out of the Mulmur Council’s control. The property in Mulmur is in great demand. Everyone wants to live in the beautiful hills of Mulmur. Therefore it is going to be difficult to prevent inflation in land prices. Unfortunately, council has very little control over escalating property values. One of council’s main tasks is always to maintain fiscal responsibility. We strive to keep taxes low and still provide required services for our residents. The budget process is something we take seriously every year in order to ensure that residents are not overtaxed.
1. I worked very closely with both our previous and our current planners in the development of our Official Plan and our Zoning Bylaw with the goal of maintaining our rural character, preserving our land under cultivation while still finding a place for home industry, farm-gate and local small business, and a significant site for intensive commercial and light industry (Primrose Business Park). We have the protections in place for our natural bounty, and the next stage is to encourage more locally appropriate commercial development, and to support the continued success of our current small businesses and services.
3. I suggested many years ago that Mulmur should have their own gravel pit rather than buying all of their gravel and sand. We located a new pit on 89 highway and I negotiated the price and presented it to council. Shortly after, council purchased the gravel pit for Mulmur Township. Having our own gravel pit has saved the taxpayers a substantial amount over money over the years. One of my priorities has always been to conserve rural character. I have been on the Committee of Adjustment for 24 years. When approving new severances I have always strived to consider the impact of the severance on the overall visual perception of our beautiful municipality. We try to stagger the houses and setbacks so that our rural community does not look like a subdivision. We also take into consideration preservation of agricultural land. I have always attempted to protect and safeguard the freedom and rights of Mulmur residents.
2. I have a responsibility as a member of council to plan and manage, responsibly and prudently, our municipal budget. I must also make very clear to our residents the different parts of our budget that we control in order to provide services in the township, and the parts that are set by outside agencies and levels of government outside of our control. The reality of federal and provincial fiscal policies as well as natural free market pricing of goods and services play a huge part in the real costs of living in Mulmur, and property tax is both part and result of all of that. (Continued on next page)
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(Continued from previous page) I put a longer response to this issue on my website lowryformulmur.ca 3. As mentioned above, I worked on and contributed to both our Official Plan and our zoning bylaw to both preserve and protect our heritage and natural features while ensuring opportunity for people to keep and to build businesses in the township. I spearheaded the
decision to make Town Halls a regular event in the community. I drew up the motion that made Mulmur the lead municipality in the struggle to pause the NEC’s proposed expansion until there was greater local participation in the process. I drafted the motion that led to the funding for the creation of the Eco-classroom at Primrose Elementary School. I drafted the motion that led to the Strategic Plan for Economic Development in Mulmur. I worked with Councillor Lloyd and staff to create the Speed Reduction Strategy for the township. I worked collaboratively with all members of Council to make this term effective and efficient and open to all our residents.
Thanksgiving festivities Saturday The 11th annual Creemore Apple Pie Contest will be a part of the village’s Thanksgiving celebrations. Bakers are encouraged to have a homemade pie ready for the judges on Saturday, Oct. 6. Apple pies must be submitted by 9:30 a.m. at the Farmers’ Market next to Station on the Green. They will be judged on flavour, appearance, crust and texture. Ribbons will be awarded for the best pies and those in attendance will have a chance to judge for themselves when the pie is served up after the judging. Donations are being accepted. One again, Creemore resident Linda Cockton is this year’s honourary judge.
Judging will be complete by 10:30 a.m., in time to catch the Toronto and North York Hunt’s ride to hounds at 11 a.m. The parade starts and finishes at the Gordon Feed & Seed lot in the centre of town, directly across from Foodland. Spectators are invited to come by the lot after the parade to admire the horses, pet the hounds and meet the riders. A Blessing of the Hounds & Horses take place in the lot, immediately following the parade. Top it all off with a toast at Creemore Springs Brewery’s Oktoberfest from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., where Washboard Hank and the Gesundheit’s will be preforming in their unique style.
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, October 5, 2018 making positive policy and program decisions for our students and families. I intend to continue this advocacy, even in this new fiscal climate. This role demands experience. I would be honoured to continue my service.
Candidates for trustee Due to a boundary change, two incumbents are running for the position of trustee for Clearview, Adjala-Tosorontio, Essa and CFB Borden. Brandy Rafeek is trustee for Adjala-Tosorontio, Essa and CFB Borden and Robert North is trustee for Penetanguishene, Tiny, Wasaga Beach. They are both running for the newly created ward. 1. Why did you decide to run for school trustee representing Clearview, Adjala-Tosorontio, and Essa? 2. How do you best convey to the voter the role of trustee?
Robert North 1. As we enter the next four years, experience will be critical in areas such as education. The provincial government has signaled a change in direction due to the province’s debt and leaders in education will need to approach decisions with extreme care. I have had the honour of being a Trustee with the board for 13 of the last 15 years and feel that this extensive experience will serve the students, families, and taxpayers of Clearview well. I have been Chair and Vice Chair of the board and am comfortable with large budgets, complex issues, and speaking with all stakeholders. I have a track record of attracting capital investments in our schools and participating in
2. School Board Trustees are both similar to, but different from municipal councillors. Like councillors, we develop legislation, allocate and prioritize budgets, and assist constituents to resolve issues. We advocate for the needs of our area and the needs of our county both internally and with other government levels. Unlike councillors, we do not have the power of taxation, so are limited in more areas than municipal government. Instead of having a Mayor and Deputy, we select a Chair and Vice Chair from our group. I have been fortunate to have been selected twice for these roles by my peers. A School Board Trustee is expected to champion the cause of Public Education with those they interact with and be able to explain all decisions. The SCDSB has a combined operating and capital budget of $800 million, employs 6,000 people, operates over 100 schools, and most importantly, serves over 50,000 students. Visit: www.2018vote.ca.
Brandy Rafeek 1. I have three children, in Grades 6, 11 and 12. I have always been an active volunteer i n m y c h i l d r e n ’s schools, as it is extremely important to me to have relationships with the other students in their schools, as well as the teachers,
administration, and all staff members. I have spent many years chairing school councils (elementary, secondary and Parent Involvement Committee -school board level), organizing parent engagement events, and various fundraisers. One of my favourite projects was working with my fellow community members to develop, implement and maintain a breakfast club at my children’s elementary school. Throughout my volunteering I have seized every chance that I was given to attend conferences, engagement sessions, workshops, etc. Each of these learning opportunities and experiences left me constantly wanting to learn more, and to become even more involved. In May 2018, when an opening became available, I was thrilled to be appointed as interim Trustee for our area. I am absolutely loving my new role, and would love to be elected, and to serve my community for the next four years. 2. I feel one of my most important roles as a school Trustee, is to help families navigate their way through the education system. There is a lot of information out there for families to access, and ways for people to find answers to their questions. But sometimes it can be difficult to find your way through the system, if you are not familiar with it. As school Trustee, I will work to be an effective and informed link between our community members and the school board, as I believe this is crucial to the success of our students and families. Another role of a Trustee is to establish policy direction. The decisions that are made by the board, have a significant impact on day to day school life. Trustees have input into policies and procedures at the committee level, as well as at the board table. It is important that Trustees are prepared, ask questions and are engaged in this process. Contact: brandyrafeek@gmail.com, 705-4231113, facebook.com/brandyrafeek.
The Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society would like to thank all those who were part of our annual
Creemore Festival of the Arts
The marquee artists Peter Adams Amber Harloff Debbie Ebanks Schlums Adrian Kahgee
The funding agents, sponsors and partners
Simoce County Clearview Township The Smalls Halls Festival RT07 Creemore BIA Chestnut Park Cheryl MacLaurin & Rob McAleer Creemore Springs Elston Watts John Van Der Marel TD Vice PresidentPortfolio Manager The Creemore Echo
The event committee Chair Sara Hershoff Liz Eakins Paul Eprile Cheryl MacLaurin Julie Pollock Laurie Severn
The Township of Clearview
The artists in the village Lee Anne Cohen Victoria Huntley darci-que Jeff Smith Pam`s Soaps Hound Tales Jennifer Ross Kaii-Liis McInnis Norma Lee Susan Deiter Lisa Harpel Frith Bail Anne Clifford Peter Adams Liz Eakins
Marian Marshall Patrice Clarkson Anthony Jenkins Jennifer Johnson Andrea Mueller Sue A. Miller Martha Bull Victoria Huntley Sara Sniderhan Dorothy Shropshire Louis Davies Deborah Farquharson MISHIBINIJIMA Jessica Tamlin Jon Tamlin
The board of directors Basil Guinane Barb Mann Pierre Marcoux Helen Blackburn Sara Hershoff Victoria Huntley Laurie Severn
Beth Malloy Frances Breithaupt Joanne McLachlan Paul Eprile Liz Eakins Cheryl MacLaurin
The community
Our thanks to our members who make an Staffers Amanda Murray and Lily White annual contribution to provide arts and heritage as well as the councillors and staff working programming in Creemore and area and all hard to support arts, culture and our beloved those who attended the event. community halls.
The volunteers
Laurie Copeland Robyn Silverberg Gignac Anna, Eden and Kevin Dinsmore Rob Sheffer Trace Benson Sadie and Corey Finkelstein Natalie Seltzer Charlene Munnings Ella Munnings Arran Adams Cyndy Reycraft Brenda Humby Christine March Chris Jenkins Mary Anne Tupling Tina Chadda Karen Fallis James Bruer Bill Mann Murray Lackie Pat and Chris Raible Cecily Ross Dirk Schlums Linda Coulter David Bruce Johnson Jim Harkness Morrison Farms for the apples Chris Dunk Eric King Chris Rentsch Gerry Blackburn
The venues
Station on the Green Creemore Log Cabin Horticultural Park Hillview Cellar 145 Mill St (North lot) Royal LePage Creemore Springs Brewery Mad River Pottery Heirloom 142 Lagom Mumba Mill Street Art Studio Mad & Noisy Gallery Seasons in Creemore Curiosity House Books & Gallery Water First The Tamlin home
To any of you who helped and remain unnamed know that this is not due to a lack of appreciation. We thank you.
To learn more about what we do or to become a member visit www.phahs.ca Vice President & Investment Advisor
www.smallhallsfestival.ca
The Creemore Echo • Friday, October 5, 2018 •
Tree Society hosts Food and Foliage by Mary Boyd The Tree Society of Creemore invites you to our second Food and Foliage event. We have booked the Station on the Green for Saturday, Nov. 3 at 5 p.m. Once again, there will be appetizers, dinner, dessert and featured speaker all for $25, which includes annual membership to the Tree Society for 2019. Wine and beer will be available at this event. The door prize will be a stay at a downtown Toronto Hotel. Tickets will be available from Tree Society members and at The Creemore Echo and Creemore Village Pharmacy beginning next week. One of the TSOC members will also be selling tickets at the Thanksgiving Market at the Station on the Green this Saturday. Get yours soon...we are limiting the tickets to 60. Our speaker this year is Professor Karen Landman with the Landscape Architecture School at the University of Guelph. Just reading about her online and seeing the work she has done and is doing with students at the University has made the members of TSOC very eager to meet her and listen to her ideas. It promises to be an interesting evening and we hope you join the Tree Society. Our fall planting will be taking place shortly in and around the Village. Nine more trees will be planted by Triple J. That brings the total number of trees that the Tree Society has had planted in 2018 to 29. We are now looking ahead to next year with our tree planting plan.
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Big Heart Seniors September 6 We had 7 3/4 tables. We welcomed Russell Ferguson to our club. Marg Hennessy has had her surgery and doing nicely. 50/50: Morris Tymchuk, Wayne Brownridge, Dave Smith, Irma Flack. Moon shots: Morris Tymchuk x2, Leona Hartling, Peter Gubbels, Jim Rigney. John VanVoorst got the travel prize. Winners: Morris Tymchuk, 330; John VanVoorst, 294; Leona Hartling, 283; June Hartley, 278. Low: Ron Laing, 142. Lucky chair: Melvin Lougheed. September 13 We had 7 3/4 tables. 50/50: Gwen Plummer, Barb Pilon, Marcia Cameron, Isabelle Gubbels, Ron Laing. Moon shots: Ray Broad, June Hartley, Wayne Brownridge x2, Morris Tymchuk. Leona Hartling got the travel prize. Winners: Ruth Lougheed, 336; Corine
Brownridge, 309; Leona Hartling, 301; Lois Walker, 275. Low: Carol Tymchuk, 135. Lucky chair: Dave Smith. September 20 We had 27 members out today. 50/50: Alinda Bishop, Ray Broad, Wayne Brownridge, Elsie Longson, Ron Laing. Moon shots: John Van Voorst. Roy Veinot got the travel prize. Winners: John Van Voorst, 296; Karl Seifret, 288; Barb Pilon, 284; Art Bishop, 284. Low: Morris Tymchuk, 79. No lucky chair. September 27 Sorry to say our numbers are low. We only had seven tables. 50/50: Ray Broad, Dave Smith, Irma Flack, Alinda Bishop. Moon shots: Bill Martin. Ray Broad gets the travel prize. Winners: Peter Gubbels, 307; Phyllis Seed, 295; Irma Flack, 270; Marcia Cameron, 268. Low: Dave Smith, 142. No lucky chair.
NOTICE
Give thanks with us!
Fall Wild Turkey Hunting Season All users of the Dufferin County Forest are hereby advised that October 9-21 is the fall shotgun/archery season for wild turkey in 2018. Wild turkey hunting may occur only from ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset. During this time there will be a number of hunters using the Dufferin County Forest properties. Please use caution in the forest and wear bright-coloured clothing. There is no hunting allowed at any time in the following tracts: north portion of Amaranth, Hockley, Leening, Levitt, Little, Mono, Thomson, and River Road. Suspected violations of the Fish & Wildlife Conservation Act should be reported to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry at 877-847-7667 (877-TIPS-MNR). Other inquiries should be directed to the County Forest Manager at 877-941-7787.
Celebrate the bounty of the harvest and the people committed to providing fresh, local food to you weekly.
Final outdoor market of the season
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND Saturday, October 6, 2018 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Join us for indoor winter markets • 9 am to 1 pm □ Sat. Dec. 1, 2018 □ Sat. Jan. 19, 2019 □ Sun. Dec. 2, 2018 □ Sat. Feb. 9, 2019 □ Sat. Dec. 8, 2018 □ Sat. Feb. 23, 2019 □ Sat. Dec. 15, 2018 □ Sat. Mar. 9, 2019 □ Sat. Dec. 22, 2018 □ Sat. Mar. 23, 2019 □ Sat. Dec. 29, 2018
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Sunday, Sept. 30 Sunday, Oct. 7
The Creemore Curling Club Social & Registration Night
noon to 4 pm
SUNDAY, OCT. 7 APPLE PIE CONTEST ENTER YOUR PIES AT NOON Dufferin County Museum parking lot corner of Hwy 89 and Airport Road mulmurmarket@gmail.com
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Friday, October 12 Drop-in starting at 7pm at the Curling Club located adjacent to the Creemore Arena Snacks Served • Refreshments Available
Glencairn 705-424-6697 For Reliable Service
Tank Truck Delivery of Furnace & Stove Oil
FIND OUT ABOUT OUR CLUB • part-time rates • • beginner and member clinics • for more info contact amverstegen@hotmail.com 705-607-2326
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Dine and wine to support library
Proceeds from a Nov. 3 wine-andcheese will go to the building fund to support the construction of the new Stayner branch of Clearview Public Library. The event will be held at Sunnidale Corners Community Centre from 7 p.m. to midnight and will include a
silent auction and loonie auction. Tickets cost $10 and include light fare and one drink. Tickets are for sale at the Creemore and Stayner branches of Clearview Public Library and at Barb’s Clothes Closet in Stayner. For more information, call Bob Charlton at 705-428-6943.
AUCTION SALE
FOR THE ESTATE OF THE LATE GISELA FLEGAL EM. #876114 - 5TH LINE MULMUR TWP
FRI. OCT. 12TH AT 10 AM
Directions From Airport Rd. Dufferin County Rd. 18 come west on Hwy. 89 – one road to the 5th line Mulmur, turn north follow ½ mile to old farm house west side. Property Sold. Note: 2 hour sale. Everything removed same day if possible. Car 2000? Volkswagon Jetta (details later) Antiques Ant. sq. leg kitchen table; 4 cane seat chairs; ant. doved blanket box; sideboard burled top & drawers; ant. Queen Anne dining table; 4 oriental chairs; stone top round table; cloth furniture; cloth sectional chesterfield; ant. sewing table; pine wardrobe; lge. mirrored wardrobe; brass dble bed; 6 dr. veneer chest; night table; dble iron bed; art work; Zuitbug; Farm scene Sutt Aulhouy 178/280; Altman Winding Path 1986 100/185; Altman Artist proof Leaves; plus other art; lge. qty. good hard cover books; Toshiba tv; 3 cord wood; garden tools; wicker; Sony stereo system; some glass ware; tools; Terms Cash or cheque with proper ID only. M/C, Visa and Interac; Neither the Estate or Auctioneer will be responsible for accident or property loss. Washroom. Please be on time. Bob Severn Auctioneer Shelburne 519-925-2091 Theauctionadvertiser/rsevern Severnauctions.wixsite.com/severn
Staff photo: Trina Berlo
There was quite the queue to tour the inside of Sarah Richardson’s newly renovated house on Mill Street in Creemore on Monday. About 130 people went through the house, while a film crew took footage for Richardson’s upcoming show. In exchange for a sneak peak of the inside, looky-loos were asked to donate $10, raising a total of $1,300 for Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society’s Artists in the School program which provides arts courses to Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School students for free.
Lamont Creek blue-green algal bloom Clearview Township has received notice from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit confirming a bluegreen algal bloom in Lamont Creek in Stayner. It is advised that residents should not swim, drink the water or allow pets to go into the water.
If a bloom is no longer present, the water may be used for regular activities. For all health-related concerns, please contact the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit by visiting www. smdhu.org or by calling 1-877-7217520.
KIDD FAMILY AUCTIONS
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Saturday Oct 13th 10 am. Preview Friday Oct 12th 3-7 pm.
County Road 21, just west of 4th Line, Melancthon. West of County Road 124. North of Shelburne. EQUIP: Int 624 diesel tractor w/ loader, 3804 hrs showing, 16.9-30 rears, 7.50-16 fronts, new; 2F 3pth plow; Int 510 seed drill w/ grass seed, 16 run; Owatonna 10’ s/p swather; Kverneland 3F, 3pth, 16”, plow; NI manure spreader; 6”x32’ pto auger; gravity box; rd bale feeder; Duramark FT tiller; 2x IH 5100 seed drill, 12 run, w/ tandem hitch, grass seed; 3x snow blowers, 7’ DA Normand ?, w/ hyd chute & hood; 7’ DA, Forage King; 7.5’ SA; LAWN: JD C320, 48”, hydro; Kubota T1880, 18 hp, 42”, hydro; JD GT346, 18 hp, 48”, hydro; & CM YT4000, 24”, lawn tractors; 48” Landpride finishing mower, as new;Befco 5’ finishing mower; CM self-prop push mower SHOP: Fenzz 1.5kw motor, new; featherlite ladders; Red Lion pump; MM 600W power box; multi tool chests; CM 12” band saw/sander; Perkin’s Machine punch press; manual tire changer, unused; Buffalo model trimmer; King bench grinder; lg vice, new; kick press; belt saw; Kush metal shear; Magnum 4000 hot water pressure washers; tooling press; upright CH compressor; pallet truck; many auto shop tools, hardware TOOLS: Milwaukee portable band saw, new; Shop Smith Mark 5 c/w table saw, bandsaw, belt sander etc. very good; Atlas TH42 metal lathe w/many accessories; Dremel router, as new; 20 ton shop press; Makita cir saw; King mitre saw; CM screwdriver set, new; Jobmate drill press; multi tool boxes; pipe bender, unused OTHER: 05 Dodge Caravan SXT, as is; qty bikes; Milwaukee shop radio; Stinger outdoor insect killer; Cattle doctor needle system, new; Yard Machine 206cc snow blower; Ariens snow blower; Cub Cadet 28” snow blower; qty rolls chain link fence, new; 24’ truck body; 2x wood cookstoves; steel imp wheels; Wisconsin 10 hp gas eng; IH 1.5-2.5hp stationary engine; ● MORE ITEMS BEING ADDED DAILY ● NO BUYERS PREMIUM ● IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO CONSIGN.
Call, Text or Email Anytime!! WWW.kiddfamilyauctions.com Dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com Lyn@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499 or 519-938-1315
EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CHARGES Simcoe County NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING IN CONSIDERATION OF EDC BY-LAW ENACTMENT PUBLIC MEETING – IN CONSIDERATION OF EDC BY-LAW ENACTMENT – THURSDAY OCTOBER 25, 2018 @ 6:00 PM Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, Catholic Education Centre 46 Alliance Boulevard, Barrie TAKE NOTICE that on October 25, 2018, at 6:00 PM the Simcoe County District School Board and the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board will jointly hold public meetings. The purpose of these meetings is to consider the enactment of successor EDC by-laws in Simcoe County. Any person who attends the meetings may make representations to the Boards in respect of this matter. Written submissions, filed in advance of the meeting, will also be considered. All interested parties are invited to attend the public meetings. The Boards would appreciate receiving written submissions one week prior to the Public Meetings, so that they may be distributed to Trustees prior to the meetings. Submissions and requests to address the Boards as a delegation should be submitted to: Brian Jeffs, Superintendent of Business and Facility Services Simcoe County District School Board 1170 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario, L9X 1N6 Tel: (705) 734-6363 Ext. 11259; Fax: (705) 728-2265 bjeffs@scdsb.on.ca
Peter Derochie, Associate Director of Education, Business and Finance Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board 46 Alliance Boulevard, Barrie, Ontario L4M 5K3 Tel: (705) 722-3555; Fax: (705) 722-6534 pjderochie@smcdsb.on.ca
Any comments or requests for further information regarding this matter may be directed to Brian Jeffs for the Simcoe County District School Board or Peter Derochie for the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board.
Fun& Games Sudoku Barbara Simpson 2 1 8 7 9
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Sunday, October 7 Light rain High 15 Low 11 Wind N 12 km/h POP 70% by Ken Thornton Find this week’s answer on page 19
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13. Hoof sound 14. Taken ___ 16. Attraction 17. Cut short 18. Wanting everything to be just right 20. Fall in 22. Consisting of three in one 23. Edgeless sword 24. Run before a gale 25. Typewriter roller 28. A sticking together 32. Nigeria’s largest city 33. Old Mercury model 34. Pilot’s heading 35. Knowing about 36. Mountain ash 37. Large quantity together 38. Auricle 39. Uncovers 40. French painter 41. Transverse measurement 43. Insertion marks 44. ___ and crafts 45. Town 46. Animal in a “pop” song 49. Straight up and down 53. Not important 55. Fairly good 56. Canadian rebel 57. Satellite of Saturn 58. Wood sorrels 59. Lab heater 60. Force air through
2. Half of a British television sitcom 3. Plants grow in it 4. Town in Newfoundland 5. Take place 6. Belittle somebody 7. Animal with large hind legs 8. Play a role 9. Air and oxygen, e.g. 10. Unusual thing 11. Algerian city 12. “The Way We ___” 15. Cooking department 19. Condiment container 21. Tailless primates 24. Biological bodies 25. Worked with 26. Hawaiian porch 27. Ancient Greek market place 28. Draw back in fear 29. Senseless 30. Beginning 31. Places birds protect their young ones 33. Parts of apples containing the seeds 36. Upset 37. Canadian operatic tenor 39. Woollen hat 40. Trading place 42. Spicy paste used in Indian cooking 43. Wading bird 45. British celebration 46. Electronic listening device
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! October 5, 2018
Find the answer to this week’s Crossword on page 19
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50. Tropical palm tree 51. Pronto 52. Be unsuccessful 54. Curved bone
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Witches walk in Stayner Nov. 2
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
Join the Witches Walk downtown Stayner on Friday, Nov. 2. The Witches Walk is fun-filled family event when witches are welcomed and rewarded. Enjoy a downtown evening of
Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.
Employment Opportunity Finance Assistant Permanent Full-time (35 hours per week)
shopping, games, discounts and holiday festivities from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Passports are available for $10 at Home Hardware and all participating merchants. Proceeds go to The Door Youth Centre.
The Corporation of the Township of Clearview is currently seeking a full time permanent Finance Assistant to work out of our administration office, located in Stayner, Ontario. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Deputy Treasurer, the Finance Assistant is responsible for accounts payable, utility billing, reconciliation of outstanding accounts and the clerical duties pertaining to the position. The Finance Assistant provides customer support for all utility concerns as well as provides a broad range of administrative, mail and communication support to departments. Skills and Experience • Diploma or degree in Business or Accounting or suitable alternative. • Minimum of two to three years’ experience in a progressive accounting environment with an emphasis on preparation of journal entries and account reconciliation Administering Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable • Collections and cash handling • Understanding of current Canadian commercial banking practices • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and financial applications • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills • Attention to detail, a high level of accuracy and organizational skills • Excellent written communication skills to prepare e-mails/correspondence • Possess progressive attitude for innovation and continuous improvement within the Finance department. • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
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Salary: Salary range offered for this position is $43,188.60 to $53,016.60 per annum with a competitive benefits package including pension plan. Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer. Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2018-023 to Human Resources by October 19, 2018 to: hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please visit: www.clearview.ca
ws again!
Pet waste, kitty litter, and animal bedding now accepted in the green bin simcoe.ca I 705-735-6901
Submit community events online at
www.Creemore.com
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Machine Shop Facility • Custom Steel Fabrication & repairs • Decorative Iron Railing, Fences & Gates 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-Monday to Friday Book ahead for Saturday Service Don Brearey or Gloria Howie
705-466-2149
General Practise of Law
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(705) 466-5807 Licensed and insured
Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution John L. Ferris
www.ferrislaw.ca
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190 Mill Street T 705-466-3888
DAVE NORTH 705-718-7370
Host Your Party
Rates starting at $30/hour Event pricing available sara@creemore.com • 705.466.9906
RON’S CERAMIC TILES Kitchens, Bathrooms, Entranceways Fireplaces, Backsplashes Indoor/Outdoor work Ron Briere Tilesetter/Installer 705-466-6462 • rlbriere@gmail.com Free Estimates
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Echo Classifieds
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for sale
DRY HARDWOOD - MAPLE 2 Years SEASONED, 15” lengths. $360/bush cord. FREE delivery. Volume discounts and 12” length available. Complete Woodlot Management, 519-986-2474. Round bales of this year's hay crop for sale. Located just south of Creemore. Call Scott 226-505-1003. Plow: 12 shank chisel plow. 3 point hitch. Very good shape. $1500. Call 705-428-5343. For sale: Wood burning water furnace. 2 forks off a fork lift. Automatic Stoker. Call 705-466-5380. Mansfield Heritage Farm has 11 Laying Hens (9 months old) which produce almost 1 brown egg per day. Cost is $15 each and if you take all 11, a 10% discount. Call Pierce at 707-890-1848.
help wanted Northridge Metals, in New Lowell is Looking for: SKILLED PRODUCTION WELDERS & GENERAL LABOURERS, WET SPRAY PAINTERS. For day shift and afternoon shift. Fax resume to 705-423-9891 or email dllangman@ northridgemetal.com.
Help Wanted – currently recruiting ft/pt cleaners, outdoor maintenance, handypersons and operations staff. To apply or to view other positions visit www.Mansfieldskiclub.com/ employment-opportunities
celebration High five Cyndy! Dig out your plaid & drop in to celebrate Cyndy Reycraft’s 80th Birthday at 33 Elizabeth Street East on Saturday, October 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. Best wishes only.
Submit your classified ad by 5 pm Tuesday: call 705-466-9906, fax 705-466-9908, email info@creemore.com,$17 + hst for 25 words or less
services
in memoriam
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.
McMullen, Charlotte “Lottie” (nee Jackson) September 24, 1998, 7:10 a.m. As Winter once more battles Spring Faint memories of pure mother love Warm the soul through the days Wind tossed While twin decades silently slip away. The McMullen family.
Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Fall is around the corner! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call 705-3510768. References on request. Need a property manager? Call Bob Gordon. Professional and resourceful. Experienced, local & reliable. References available. Based in Mulmur Township. Call or text 519-216-7627.
Horses Peace Valley Ranch. 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. 519-9256628, www.rawhide-adventures.on.ca, and/or check us out on Facebook@ RawhideAdventures.
ladies sign-ups Ladies Darts starts on Wednesday, October 17 at the Creemore Legion begins tonight. Registration at 7:30 p.m. $10 to register for the season ending in April. $2 per week. Everybody welcome. For more info call Dee at 705-441-3709. Avening Ladies Afternoon Bowling League starts October 10 Wednesdays to April. $6 per week. Interested? Call Gail at 705-466-6399. Creemore Ladies Broomball League on Tuesday Nights at 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. 1 9. All ages welcome, 9 starting October 162and up.1No experience 9 necessary, 8 zero contact, fully reffed games with 8 system. 7 9 Try a6game for 4 free. To point register or for more info text 3 or call 4 Stephanie at 705-606-2174 or Sabrina 9 3 8 4 5 7 at 705-241-1622.
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rentals 2 apartments in a house with separate entrances but can also be rented as one house. On a beautiful property - south of Dunedin and north of Honeywood. Downstairs apartment has 3 bedrooms, large kitchen, 1 bathroom, basement with washer and dryer and attached garage. $1200 plus hydro. Upstairs apartment is smaller, broadloomed, 3 bedrooms, galley kitchen, 1 bathroom, storage area. Very bright. $850 plus hydro. Both apartments have wood fireplaces. Available Nov. 1. Call 519-925-6558. NO SMOKERS, NO PETS. Recently renovated spacious bachelor apartment in heritage downtown building. Utilities included. No smoking or dogs. References required. Call 705-466-2544. Large one bedroom apartment on main floor at 149 Mill Street, Creemore. Parking included. Available Nov. 1. Call 705-466-3635.
death notice
Hilts, Ernest passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at Collingwood General & Marine Hospital in his 94th year. Lovingly surrounded by his sons Ernie Jr. and Dan (Teresa), daughter Janice (Etienne) and brother Bob (Karen), and family. Predeceased by his beloved wife Mary Lynn (1995). Ernie is also predeceased by siblings Abner, Elwood, Orval, Lawrence, Joseph and Jean. Ernie Sr. was loved and will be greatly missed by his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation was held on Thursday, October 4, 2018 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Fawcett Funeral Home - Creemore Chapel. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 5, 2018 at 11 a.m. in the chapel. Interment following the service at New Lowell United Cemetery. For those wishing to make a donation as an expression of sympathy, please consider the Canadian Cancer Society. Friends may visit Ernie’s online Book of Memories at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com. CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, February 1, 200
auctions
Bob Severn Auction Register Ph: 519-925-2091
Fri. Oct. 12 10 a.m. Sale for Estate of Gisela Flegal #876114 5th Line Mulmur. West of Airport Rd on Hwy 89, turn north on 5th Line Mulmur for 1/2 mile on west-side.
www.theauctionadvertiser.com/RSevern
rental wanted
bottle drive
APARTMENT WANTED: Single professional seeking 1 bedroom or studio apartment. Non-smoker with excellent references. Please contact Kirsten 705-351-1987.
Creemore Minor Hockey is having a Bottle Drive on Saturday, October 13. Please have your Bottles by the curb by 9am in Creemore. Those wishing to support outside of Creemore please contact Robert Kinghan at rkinghan@ creemoreminorhockey.com or leave a message at 705-466-9959. Thank you for supporting the kids of Creemore Minor Hockey.
help wanted Looking for a Massage Therapist to join our team at Stayner Physiotherapy & Massage Therapy. Please call 705-428-0306 or email staynerphysio@bellnet.ca.
thank you The St. John’s U.C.W. would like to thank the many people who supported our Fowl Supper. Thanks also to those who donated food or helped in many different ways. Special thanks to the Creemore Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Our evening was a great success… thanks to all.
Breedon’s Automotive REPAIRS TO ALL MAKES AND MODELS
Cars - Vans - Light Trucks Tires - Fuel Injection - Electronics MTO Safety Inspection Performance Parts & Service (705) 428-0550
222 Montreal Street Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 John & Kim Breedon
building supplies Lumber • Plywood Trusses • Windows Roofing • Siding Fence Supplies • Culverts Cedar Posts • Railway Ties Fuel Delivery •Oil Furnaces Lawn & Garden Supplies “Nowhere... but close to everywhere.”
HAMILTON BROS. • EST. 1874 • 705-466-2244 hamiltonbros@ultrafastwireless.com 2047 Glen Huron Rd, Glen Huron
Creemore Executive Ski Season Rental
4 plus bedrooms, 3 full baths, Master suite on main floor, main floor laundry, finished basement with games room and family room, 2 bay garage. • Available December 1, 2018 • Potential tenants and pets must be interviewed by myself and the owners. Please call for all of the details. Vicki Bell, Broker Royal Le Page Locations North, Brokerage Direct 705-446-4539
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, October 5, 2018
217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
www.clearview.ca
Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.
Notice - Fall Hydrant Flushing The Township of Clearview Water Department will be flushing hydrants between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm on the following dates and locations: • Stayner: October 15 - 17 • Creemore: October 17 - 18 • New Lowell: October 18 - 19 • Colling-Woodlands: October 22 - 23 • Buckinghamwoods: October 23 - 24 • McKean Subdivision: October 24 - 25 • Please be advised discolored water could stain laundry during these times. If your water remains discolored or dirty, run water until clear. It is recommended water softeners are left in by-pass mode during these times. For more information, please contact: Todd Patton, Manager, Water & Sewer tpatton@clearview.ca 705-428-6230 ext. 302
Clearview Fire and Emergency Services Recruitment Information Session CLEARVIEW, ON - The Clearview Fire and Emergency Services is now accepting applications for paid-on-call firefighters. If interested, please attend either one of the following information sessions: • October 4, 2018 at 7:00pm • October 17, 2018 at 7:00pm The sessions will be held at Fire Station One located at 6993 Highway 26 in Stayner and will provide a great opportunity to learn about the position and how the recruitment process works. We encourage anyone who is interested to attend. Applications are available online at: http://www.clearview.ca/home/ municipal-services/emergency-services Applications will be accepted until October 18, 2018. For more information, please contact: Stephanie Ward, Administrative Assistant Clearview Fire and Emergency Services 705-428-6230 ext.401 sward@clearview.ca
Notice Fire Chief for the Day As part of Fire Prevention Week, two new Clearview Township Fire Chiefs will be sworn in Thursday, October 11, 2018, but just for the day. Children attending a Clearview Elementary School from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 4 were eligible to win the contest to become a Fire Chief for the Day. Colouring contest sheets, which ask students to review smoke alarm and home escape plan safety, were circulated to all Clearview Elementary Schools during the week of September 3rd. The contest winners will be drawn randomly from all submitted entries. The winners will be picked up at their home in a fire truck and will be sworn into office by Mayor Vanderkruys. “Clearview Fire and Emergency Service has developed this contest to encourage young children to think about smoke alarm and home escape plan safety,” explained Fire Chief Colin Shewell. “The bonus is that the two winners will get to experience all of the excitement of being involved with the fire department.” The new Fire Chiefs will be available for photos with Fire Chief Colin Shewell, Sparky the Fire Dog, and a Clearview Township Fire Truck at Clearview Fire Station 1, 6993 Highway 26 in Stayner at 11am on October 11, 2018. For more information, please contact: Colin Shewell, Fire Chief 705-428-6230 ext. 403, cshewell@clearview.ca
217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm www.clearview.ca Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.
Why Should You Vote? Each week the Township will publish Clearview voter profiles with their reasons for why you should vote in this election.
October 22nd, 2018 is Election Day for all municipalities and school boards in Ontario. If you do not receive a voter kit by October 1, 2018 please contact the Clerk’s Office at 705 428 6230 ext. 224 or 223.
Voters can cast a ballot October 12th 10 a.m. to October 22nd 8 p.m. Extended Hours for Voter Assistance Clearview Administration Centre
October 10th: 4:30pm - 7:30pm • October 16th: 4:30pm - 7:30pm October 20th: 10am – 1pm
Brett Plummer
Resident of Ward 1
Brett is a lifetime Ward 1 resident. He is an engineering student at Queens University, who hopes to one day combine his schooling with his passion for history and physics. This municipal election, Brett will cast a ballot for the first time. Why does Brett think voting in the municipal election is important? In the past several elections, less than half of Clearview voters cast a ballot, but council doesn’t make decisions for 50% of us. Council makes decisions for all of us – 100% of our community. If less than 50% of our voices are heard during the election and our friends and neighbours decided not to vote, would the next elected council understand what is important to all voters? Would our Government work efficiently, be responsive to our needs, and have By-laws which make sense? Our elected leaders represent us, they decide how to spend our taxes, and approve our Bylaws. They need our vote (100% of us). I chose to vote since it is the right thing to do! It is my responsibility. If I do not strive to understand and improve my community, then who will?
Terry Duits, Resident of Ward 4
Terry has lived in Ward 4 since 1979. She has been a business owner for 11 years and is a member of the Stayner Chamber of Commerce. Why does Terry think voting in the municipal election is important? Terry believes voting should be accessible for all and seniors should be encouraged to vote. If you don’t vote don’t complain!
Heidi Sternburg, Resident, Ward 5
Heidi is a life time resident of Clearview Township and has lived in Ward 5 for 7 years. She is an active participant with the Stayner Farmers Market and Stayner Chamber of Commerce. Heidi also volunteers with the Brentwood Community Hall Board and the Sunnidale Winterama Festival. Why does Heidi think voting in the municipal election is important? I feel it’s important to vote in the municipal election because no one gets into municipal politics for the salary. Our community members run for council because they want to serve their fellow citizens and make a genuine difference in the small area where they live. It can be rather a thankless job, and if they’re doing their duty by running, we owe it to our community to do our small part by voting.
VOTE OCTOBER 12 to 22