Oct. 19, 2018

The Creemore

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Friday, October 19, 2018

Vol. 18 No. 42

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News and views in and around Creemore

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Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Clearview council candidates for mayor, Christopher Vanderkruys (from left) and Doug Measures; for Ward 5, Anthony Sist and Thom Paterson; and Ward 2, Donna Baylis and Doug McKechnie, participated in a candidate meeting Oct. 14 hosted by Creemore and Area Resident’s Association (CARA).

Election candidates state their differences at CARA Q&A Election period closes at 8 p.m. on Oct. 22

by Trina Berlo About 75 people took a couple of hours out of their afternoon Sunday to hear from Clearview Township candidates.

Christopher Vanderkruys and Doug Measures are running for mayor;

Anthony Sist and Thom Paterson are running for Ward 5 councillor and Donna Baylis and Doug McKechnie are running for Ward 2 councillor.

Candidates were given a few minutes each to introduce themselves before taking questions from moderator Greg Young, speaking on behalf of the Creemore and Area Residents’ Association (CARA), the host of the

event held at Station on the Green in Creemore. The floor was then opened to the public.

Themes of the say were economic development, the environment, housing, development at Cashtown Corners, customer service from township staff, and development controls from oversight agencies like the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation

Authority and the Niagara Escarpment Commission.

In addressing the need for seniors’ housing, Vanderkruys said he would consider offering incentives to developers willing to build seniors’ housing and that the township is realizing it may need to take the lead.

Sist said he would like to see the (See “Candidates” on page 3)

Alliance development will include rental apartments

by Trina Berlo After a construction delay, Alliance Homes is back on track with Hometown Creemore Phase 1a, which includes, 15 single detached dwellings, a four-plex and a six-plex, for a total of 25 units fronting onto Mary Street.

“It’s going well,” said Alliance Homes president Alex Troop. “We had a little bit of a hiccough initially on the start up but we’re now working with a local contractor, B&J Contracting out

of New Lowell, and they’re doing a great job.”

They are finishing the servicing of sewer and water, storm sewer and road works, before construction of homes can begin. Troop said he is hoping to have asphalt down by mid to late November.

After registering the subdivision, they plan to start the construction of houses immediately, said Troop.

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The multi-plexes will have a total of 10 rental apartments within the four-plex and six-plex, both built in the style of a large Victorian home.

“They were either going to be condominium apartments or rental apartments and at this stage in the game we were informed that there is a pentup demand for nice rentals so instead of people having to buy we thought it might be desirable for people who

want to downsize or cash out of their home, and still live in town, to have the availability of an apartment,” said Troop.

The rents range from $1,200 for 751 square feet to $1,700 for a 1,478 square foot two-storey unit, plus utilities. Preleasing for the apartments is expected to begin within the next two weeks.

Troop said there is also an opportunity to offer rentals in Phase 1b as well, (See “Phase” on page 3)

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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, October 19, 2018

COMMUNITY Calendar

Submit your community events info@creemore.com phone: 705-466-9906 fax: 705-466-9908

This Weekend Friday, October 19

• Lynn Johnston, “Chalk Talk” Cartoonist (A part of the Annual Storytelling Festival) at the Simcoe St. Theatre at 8 p.m. This award-winning cartoonist will present an evening of stories and cartooning. Reception and cash bar. Tickets $25 per person, available at the BMFA Gift Shop, 65 Simcoe Street or online at bmfa.on.ca.

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!

• Lisa Kristine Arlt’s Sound Therapy Studio Warming at 30 Francis Street East, Creemore, from 1 to 4 p.m. Join me in celebrating my new space. Learn about Himalayan singing bowls & enjoy a cup of tea.

• Holy Trinity Clearview Roast Beef Dinner at the Old School House, 4 St. Clair Street, Duntroon (beside the Duntroon Day Care, On County Road 91). Seatings at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Advance tickets required. $16. Children under 12 half price. Children under 5 free. Call Jo-Anne at 705-445-3949 for tickets. www.holytrinityclearview.com for info.

Sunday, October 21

• Church Services on page 5.

Upcoming Events Monday, October 22

• Stayner Garden Club Meeting at Centennial United Church, 234 William Street, Stayner, at 7 p.m. Speaker is Dwayne Wyant of A&D Bird Seed “Attracting backyard birds”.

Tuesday, October 23

• Stayner Euchre Club meets every Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Jubilee Presbyterian Church.

Friday, October 26

• Double Toonie Lunch at St. Luke`s Anglican Church, Caroline Street West, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Homemade soup. Bring a friend and enjoy.

Saturday, October 27

• Holidays Craft Sale at Trinity United Church,140 Maple Street,Collingwood, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

25 crafters indoors and farmers’ market outdoors.

• Again this year MC2 is hosting a Lyme Disease Public Information Meeting at Mono Community Centre, 754483 Mono Centre Road, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. $10 per family. Space is limited, pre-register on the MC2 website at monomulmur.com.

• Fundraiser for the Don Metheral Family at Dunedin Hall from 7 p.m. to midnight. $15 at door.

• The Nottawa Firefighters Association Halloween Dance. 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets available from Nottawa Firefighters Association members. 705443-2469.

Sunday, October 28

• Creemore Legion Breakfast at Creemore Legion from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Choice of 2 eggs or waffle, home fries, toast, sausage or bacon, juice, coffee/ tea. Adult $7, children 12 and under $4. Hungry Soldier Special $10. Call 705-466-2202 for more information. 27 Wellington Street West.

• Dufferin Circle of Storytellers will once again

be spinning their stories at Corbetton Church at Dufferin County Museum & Archives at 2 p.m. **new time**. Lianne Gorelle & her harp will provide the music. As always coffee, tea or cider & a chance to chat with friends will follow in the museum. Admission $10. Airport Road & Hwy 89.

Wednesday, October 31

• Halloween in downtown Creemore. Creemore Echo will have a photo booth from 5 to 7 p.m. and will be handing out candy. Participating businesses will also be shelling out. Come on down.

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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.

Saturday, November 3

• GNE Christmas Craft Show at the Great Northern Exhibition Fairgrounds from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission $2. A large array of needlework, sewing, quilts, Christmas décor and crafts, baking.

Penny Auction and The Nottawasaga Model Railroaders displaying their model trains for kids and kids-at-heart. Lunch booth provided. Info call 705-466-2000 or 705-444-1334. 2220 Fairgrounds Rd.(between Collingwood and Wasaga Beach).

• 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 from Tree Society members and at The Creemore Echo and Creemore Village Pharmacy. Get yours soon... limited tickets.

• Library Fundraising Committee wine-and-cheese, a fundraiser for the library building fund to support the construction of the new Stayner branch of Clearview Public Library at Sunnidale Corners Community Centre from 7 p.m. to midnight. Silent auction and loonie auction. Tickets cost $10 and

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Candidates take sides on development, leadership styles

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Gerry Blackburn asks a question at Sunday's candidate meeting.

(Continued from page 1) Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School annex converted to seniors housing, if the NVCA would loosen its controls on floodplain mapping.

To close, Young asked candidates what differentiates them from their opponent.

McKechnie said he would be more balanced in his approach to issues and is pro-development, saying he is enthused by the possibilities of developing an aviation business park at the Collingwood Regional Airport, which was recently sold by the Town of Collingwood into private hands, fetching a price of $4.1 million.

Baylis said she is more on the anti-development side, preferring to preserve the environment and the

Niagara Escarpment, while embracing technology.

Paterson said he brings a lot of experience to the table and has a focus on basic services and a desire to reform council to better define its role in governance.

Sist said he brings a fresh perspective to the table and would prioritize spending and take care of infrastructure.

Measures said he works collaboratively and that council is a group that has to work together and in a three-way partnership, with staff and the public.

Vanderkruys said he does have a business approach to being mayor and has the required leadership skills to bring urban and rural together.

Phase 1b sales to start in winter or early spring (Continued from page 1) depending on demand, or they could be sold as condos. Sales are expected to start in the winter or early spring.

Phase 1b will include bungalows, townhouses and freehold condo units, for a total of 95 units in a variety of styles.

The Hometown Creemore development has been on the books for more than a decade, since the land was purchased in 2004.

“We went through a very acrimonious OMB hearing whereby the town and the developer were on the same side.

We believe that we had an application that met the tests of good planning and provincial policy,” said Troop.

Troop said the project was further delayed by a cooling of the housing market.

“Conditions changed and it wasn’t viable to launch the development.

“In the interim, from 2004 until now, nothing has happened in this town.

There has been no growth. Creemore’s lost the TD Bank because of a lack of activity… there’s various businesses that are hurting financially. And now here we are and people are saying we need to grow… There has been a lot of wasted time to get to where we are,” said Troop.

The current 498-unit development was agreed upon in a 2007 settlement between Alliance and the Creemore and Area Residents’ Association (CARA).

A number of financial contributions were laid out in the agreement, including a $100,000 donation to a community foundation and $500 per unit in voluntary assistance paid out to the medical centre following the completion of Phase 1, all of which have been delayed as a result.

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Opinion editorial Clearview is cannabis friendly Recreational marijuana is now legal in Canada.

As of October 17, consumers 19 or older are able to consume, purchase, and grow recreational cannabis.

It won’t be sold legally in retail locations until April 1. Until then, it is sold through online platforms operated by the Ontario Cannabis Store.

Legalization is a result of federal legislation but decisions are also being made at the provincial level and should soon be addressed at the council table.

The province is working on its laws about smoking in public places, which are expected to be the same as the rules around smoking tobacco.

According to information distributed to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), the government is introducing legislation that, if enacted, would create a tightly regulated licensing model and regulatory framework for private retail. Municipalities will have until Jan. 22 to pass a council resolution to opt out of allowing retail stores.

Clearview has yet to discuss whether or not it will take advantage of that option and at this point, it won’t be discussed until after the municipal election on Monday.

Some candidates have said they support opting out in order to keep options open because while they can always opt back in, they cannot opt out later on.

Proposed legislation, if enacted, would support this direction with the intent of enabling the AGCO to begin to accept applications for retail in December 2018.

It would come as a surprise if Clearview, a municipality that has fully embraced the production of medicinal cannabis at two facilities within its borders, would opt out of the game at this point.

The addition of cannabis retail can be considered a form of much needed economic development, something that has been getting a lot of airtime during this election campaign.

With the proper controls and regulation, retailing cannabis could be similar to selling alcohol at agency stores, something that is relatively new to Ontario grocery and convenience stores but appears to have rolled out seamlessly.

The health unit is recommending the control of availability and accessibility through zoning, licensing, hours of sales, which would create more work for a municipality but would also create revenue.

There is also talk of making sure municipalities get a portion of the cannabis excise tax that is being charged on all recreational and medicinal cannabis.

Clearview Township should be a part of this massive shift in thinking.

Cannabis is already in the community. According to AMO, 19 per cent of Ontario students in Grade 7-12 reported using cannabis in 2017.

Revenues from municipal cannabis could be used to fund innovative programming to reduce youth cannabis and illicit substance consumption. It’s like taxing the legal users to curb illegal and harmful consumption by teens and it could prove to be a solution where there was none before.

The Way We Were

A view of the cemetery. Photo submitted by John Smart.

Hefty bounty needed on coyotes Editor: I read Marie Miller’s letter about coyotes in the Sept. 28 edition. I agree with her 100 per cent. I can remember, and I am sure Mrs. Miller and many of your readers can, when we didn’t have any coyotes.

In the early to mid 70s they started to appear and did they migrate from the prairies, or did the Ministry release them, being the overflow of zoos and sanctuaries? We are constantly hearing of small dogs and cats being taken, and of some people being threatened. As a farmer with livestock I know firsthand the destruction they do. We do maybe get

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compensation for coyote kills but with all the hoops we have to jump through, is it worth the trouble?

What we need is a hefty bounty on the coyote and some of our hunter friends would hunt them. Many of our politicians at all levels know the problem but nobody has the guts to proceed to get a bounty. Or, do the animal lovers and tree huggers have more priority than those of us trying to make a living?

It seems to me that common sense has become a very scarce commodity.

Glen Allan, New Lowell.

Incumbents are tired Steer is unquestionably ag Editor: First off, thanks to CARA for hosting an important Q&A/debate on Sunday. Nice to see younger voters (Caitlin McDonald) engage the candidates. All her concerns were valid for residents of Creemore.

Secondly, incumbents are tired. Their Staynercentric/pro Airport stance is off-putting.

No mention at all of the now 12-week delay/ inactivity of the Stayner Library which in the long run every ratepayer will ante up to cover cost overruns.

Are “born and raised” vs “I’m retired, I’ve got plenty of time” really valid qualifications to run for mayor, aka CEO, of $50 million+ corporation?

Finally, a little disappointing that question period for audience members was stifled to end at 4 p.m.

Otherwise great turnout and event.

David Witzke, Clearview.

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Editor: At the candidates meeting, I again heard the integrity of Steer Enterprises being questioned as it relates to agriculture. It would seem you do not realize the many products and by-products of our great industry. Your wool sweater possibly originated in the hills of Dunedin, or your leather shoes and purses from the livestock at Mt. Zion. The fine furniture in your chalet was once a tree in a local bush lot. The list is endless. During all of this process from ‘Farm to Fork/home’ transportation is needed and hence the need for trucks of all shapes and sizes.

So knowledgable in your ‘field’ but so lacking in general knowledge.

Marion McArthur, Creemore.

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Don’t ever think that your vote won’t make a difference AGRITALES

The only way to let the I was always told two subjects that should never governing body know about be discussed are politics and your pleasure or displeasure religion. is to cast your vote. Women especially should get out and Politics are a personal cast a vote. thing, and your vote can tell the powers-that-be what you The long road for us to get Cat think. the “right” to vote has been FLACK fraught with imprisonment, You can stand on your hunger strikes, marches and even death. soapbox and complain bitterly or Dr. Emily Stowe started on the road rave ecstatically about the way our government is doing things, but if you to women’s right to vote. Manitoba was the first province to procure the voting don’t vote then you just need to be quiet.

right for women in 1916, the same year Saskatchewan and British Columbia followed suit. Quebec ladies did not get the right to vote until 1940.

There are more women than men who can vote, according to certain demographics, so all the more reason for us to get out and cast our ballet.

Don’t ever think that your vote won’t make a difference. Every vote counts.

For the young people who have just turned 18 this year, please be informed and make your voice heard. In the U.S.

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it is the young generation that is really taking matters into their own hands and working hard to get gun laws changed.

We are lucky here in Canada that we have sensible gun laws in place but the new generation of law makers and voters need to ensure that Canada remains the wonderful country that it is. Don’t think this is so? Just watch an American newscast any day of the week and you will see just how lucky we are.

As Mrs. Nike would say, “Just do it”…

Vote that is.

No shame in reaching out for help with “extreme” teens Not all children thrive like dandelions – some of them are orchids, and when these “special” kids become teens, trouble is sometimes not far behind.

An “extreme” teen might be a teen with a learning disability, some social anxiety, a pre-disposition to depression, a sense of entitlement, or a just a good old strong will. Parenting takes on an added twist with these kids.

Add in the legalization of marijuana, social media pressure, or busy parents, and a tipping point into trouble can happen fairly quickly.

Experienced clinicians trained in the “Maturity Model” at the Pine River Institute (a local residential treatment program for youth), Tara McGee and Liz van Ryn are local therapist who have joined forces to run an education and support group to help parents who are either struggling with their teen, or just worried.

Workshops will help parents understand teen behavior in a totally different way, making it easier to respond rather than react to behavior, developing a healthy connection with teens, setting appropriate limits for them, and getting parents the respect they deserve.

They will start with teaching how the teenage brain works, and then move into practical strategies for increasing what they call attunement, and setting boundaries and limits that work. Over the course of four evening sessions they will cover off everyday concerns such as curfews, chores, and cell phone rules, as well as more extreme behaviours such as substance abuse, excessive gaming, self-harming behavior, and poor school attendance.

Following the series of four workshops, van Ryn and McGee will launch an ongoing bi-weekly support

group for parents. More intense therapy for the teen, the parents, or the family is also available if necessary.

“We live in a world where there is tremendous pressure to have welladjusted kids, who are succeeding and moving forward in their lives. And we know that there are lots of parents out there with teens who have lost their way, and who feel alone because of the stigma about reaching out for help,” said van Ryn. McGee adds that, “parents with kids who are struggling with behavior, substance abuse, or mental health are sometimes so embarrassed that they live in fear of running into a friend at the grocery store who might ask about

how the kids are doing.”

But what McGee and van Ryn know is that teen troubles are not isolated to any particular type of family. It is often a perfect storm of factors that can centre around one child in the family.

“Our workshops are designed to help you overcome the stigma and the embarrassment so that you can accept that this is where you are at, and move forward to support your teenager in the best way possible,” they said.

This program will run Thursdays at 6 p.m. in Collingwood starting October 25.

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THANK YOU FOR THE CHAT AT YOUR DOORSTEP We talked about what you were satisfied with and importantly where you wanted improvements: safer roads and traffic management safer pedestrian walkways better road and drainage maintenance senior housing • public transportation preventive tree pruning • better public communication accessible youth services preservation of our small town character slowing the rising cost of home ownership holding down tax increases • safe food and water supply and a return to paper balloting

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Day of the Dead party supports arts and heritage Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society is planning a Day of the Dead inspired party for its annual fundraiser for local programming.

Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a Mexican celebration of the deceased that is rich in history and tradition. It is thought the dead awaken and are lured by the costumes, food and music to celebrate with their loved ones. Family members decorate graves and make offerings to the deceased during the upbeat celebration of the dead.

“It is a departure for Purple Hills and purposefully so, too…” said the organization’s president Basil Guinane. “We wanted to appeal to a broad audience. We desperately need new members and we need new members of the community to be involved in Purple Hills.”

Party organizers are planning to transform the Station on the Green with elaborate décor. There will be a spread of tacos, corn chips and dips, street corn, and beverages, including tequila.

Caterers at Men with Knives are serving flour and corn tortillas with pork carnitas, shredded beef brisket

and Buffalo cauliflower, served with a variety of condiments – red sauce, green sauce, crema, pickled cabbage, coleslaw, hot sauce – and churros for dessert.

Although costumes are optional, people are invited to dress in the spirit of the Day of the Dead with its traditional Mexican inspired clothes, marigolds, sugar skulls and the iconic skeleton face paint. There will be face painters on hand for those who wish to have their faces painted. There will be a DJ, and hopefully dancing.

“In supporting this Dias de los Muertos, you are really supporting the community and an organization that is a vital part of that community,” said Guinane. “Purple Hills does so much in the community and I think people would miss us if we weren’t around.”

Tickets cost $45 each and are available online via www.phahs.ca and at The Creemore Echo. Funds raised go to support Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society programs such as the annual Creemore Festival of the Arts, the Artists in the School program, Tea and History events and the heritage plaque walking tour, as well as student awards and scholarships.

12 October – 22 October Vote - Ken CUFARO for Councillor Township of MULMUR www.KenCufaro.com 20 year Resident / Ratepayer of Mulmur Township.

Over 40 yrs. of Public Service. (Law Enforcement, Chief Building Official, Consumers Services Agency).

Civic Duty, Integrity, communication, compassion.

Experience in municipal budgeting, building, zoning, planning, development policies, and procedures.

Supports protection and conservation of existing Agricultural, Rural / Residential properties and all Natural Resources.

Control tax increases and improve services by encouraging sustainable Residential development, Home Occupations, Commercial enterprise in appropriately zoned areas.

Should you elect me, I will be your voice on Mulmur’s Council.

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Donovan Woods is joined on stage by Nefe, who opened for him at backto-back sold out shows at Avening Hall Oct. 11 and 12.

Village tricked out for Halloween Participating downtown BIA businesses will be staying open late on Halloween to welcome trick-ortreaters.

The Creemore Echo crew will

be handing out candy. Please come by, between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 31 to show off your costumes and have your photo taken at our photo booth.

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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, October 19, 2018

MC2 hosts lyme disease info meeting Oct. 27 serious health challenge to our community. A group of Canada’s top authorities will attend to provide upto-date information about the battle to diagnose and test Lyme Disease.

The keynote speaker will be Dr. Melanie Willis, Director of the Magnotta Lyme Disease Research Lab at the University of Guelph.

The panel, which will discuss many aspects of the disease will include Robert Little, Dufferin Federation of Hunters and Anglers; Rossana Magnotta, Founder, The Magnotta Foundation; Dr. Angela Lee, Naturopath, Lyme Essentials Canada; Dr. Willis will participate in the panel discussion.

The meeting is at Mono Community Centre, 754483 Mono Centre Road, on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Last year, the Mono Mulmur Citizens’ Coalition (MC2) hosted a public information meeting aimed at providing an update on the everincreasing threat of Lyme Disease in our communities.

The meeting generated tremendous public interest with over 130 citizens attending. A wide range of information was provided, and the meeting had to be extended well past its scheduled endtime as a large number of Lyme disease sufferers stood up to tell their stories about this terrible disease; problems arising from government apathy, difficulties in getting treatment, and the substantial cost. For many sufferers there is a substantial emotional and financial impact as they deal with this disease.

Again this year, MC 2 is hosting another meeting on this ever more

Lucky draw proceeds go to library build The fundraising team for the new Stayner library has been busy planning events for the late 2018 season.

The next event is a Nov. 3 Wine-andCheese fundraiser at Sunnidale Hall.

There will be a silent auction as well as an auction. Tickets are available at the three Clearview libraries.

An ongoing fundraiser is the sale of lucky draw tickets for a print

Big Heart Seniors

October 11 There will be a bus going to Casino Rama on Nov. 6. It will also be the last bus this year. There is always room for more riders. If you would like to go call 705-466-5205.

Potluck is Oct. 18.

50/50: Barb Cudmore, Peter

done by Keli-Ann Pye-Bishara, called Sunset on the Sixth Line. This artwork is printed on canvas over a stretcher frame and is ready to hang. It is 24 inches by 32 inches and is valued at $475, These lucky draw tickets are available at the libraries, Creemore Echo and Curiosity House Books.

More events will follow when 2019 draws near.

Gubbels, Carol Tymchuk, Marcia Cameron.

Moon shots: Pat Broad got the travel prize.

Winners: Janice Stephens, 315; Peter Gubbels, 308; Wilma Zeggil, 273; Leona Hartling, 272. Low: Morris Tymchuk, 93. No lucky chair.

Julie Pollock photo

Kristyn Ferguson, of the Nature Conservancy of Canada, leads more than 40 participants on a hike through Creemore Nature Preserve, better known as the Mingay Tract, on Oct. 13. The hike was organized in partnership with Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society.

Wasaga Beach gets casino Gateway Casinos and Entertainment Ltd. will build a casino and entertainment complex in Wasaga Beach, which is anticipated to create about 400 jobs.

Mayor Brian Smith said he is grateful Gateway has chosen to invest in the community and he is excited about the job opportunities the casino will create for local residents.

“I am also excited by the fact our town can expect a dependable revenue stream from the casino, anywhere from $1.5-million to $2-million annually,”

said Smith adding additional property tax revenue is also welcome.

“We look forward to having the casino in our town and we are excited about the fact it will draw thousands of new visitors to our community each year,” he added. “Wasaga Beach is well known for its beautiful waterfront and soon it will be synonymous with great gaming and fantastic entertainment.”

In 2012, Clearview council voted unanimously against hosting an OLG gaming facility, taking the municipality out of the running.

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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.

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.”

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Sat. Oct. 20 10 a.m. Auction of antique furniture; splitter/shredder; tools, wood. Sale for The Hodgson Estate at Treetops. #428454 25 Sideroad Mono Twp. S.W. of Rosemont.

Mon. Oct. 22 10 a.m. Machine shop equip (3 phase) plus other shop equip, forklift, 1974 VW Super Beetle; riding mowers; 50’x32’shop; sea container; household. Sale for Andy Morigz. #12784 Coleraine Drive, Bolton.

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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.

Thank you so much to everyone who once again supported the Big Book Bash thus helping us raise approximately $5300 for maintenance of the Station on the Green over the next several years.

A very special thank you to those who donated the books, then came to the sale to buy more; all those who came to the Curling Rink every morning for six weeks to sort, clean, box, stack, move, set up, sell... a small army who came when asked and worked cheerfully to the last minute.

Thanks also to Clearview Library which took all the leftover books to sell by the box as their fundraiser.

We also had two students who came most days to earn volunteer hours. A special thank you to Jamie and Martin. A lot of work but a great event.

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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.

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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.

Creemore Legion Christmas 50/50 Draw Tickets are available from Legion members or at Creemore Echo. Draw will take place on Sunday, December 16 at 11 a.m. at the Legion Breakfast.

Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5.

Lucky Draw Tickets for an art print.

A Fundraiser for Clearview Public Library Building Fund for print “Sunset on Sixth Line” by Keli-Ann Pye-Beshara.

Market value over $475. Tickets $5 or 3 for $10 available from Fundraising Team members or at Curiosity House Bookstore or Creemore Echo. Draw to be held Thursday, December 13 at 4 p.m. at Stayner Library.

Wine and Cheese Fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 3 for Clearview Public 7 1 at Sunnidale Library Building Fund 7 4 open 1 Corners Community Centre. Doors at 7 p.m. Silent auction. Loonie auction.

6 Tickets $10 (includes cheese, snacks, one 9 at 6 2 & Stayner drink) available Creemore Library 8 2branches or Barb’s Clothes3Closet, 5 Stayner, or Creemore Echo.

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On Saturday, October 13, 2018, Jim and Catherine Jones travelled to Waterloo to celebrate the marriage of their grandson, Kevin Barend Jones to Karalynn Marie Krause. The day was a wonderful success with so many wishing them a lifetime of happiness.

Classifieds & Calendars are also posted on www.creemore.com

We send & receive faxes The Creemore Echo 3 Caroline St W 705-466-9906 fax: 705-466-9908

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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:

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Mackey – The family of the late Donalda Mackey would like to thank friends and relatives for their kind support. Thanks to Creedan Valley Care Community and Dr. Houston for all their special care. Also, The United Church ladies for providing the luncheon. All the love and kindness was truly appreciated.

Vicki Bell, Broker Royal Le Page Locations North, Brokerage Direct 705-446-4539

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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

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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, October 19, 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.

Employment Opportunity

Student – General Help Arena Creemore Arena / Community Hall – 1 position Stayner Arena / Community Hall – 2 positions Temporary part-time October 2018 – March 2019 Clearview Township is seeking 3 part-time temporary Student General Help Arena positions. One position located in the Creemore Arena / Community Center and two positions at the Stayner Arena / Community Hall to begin as soon as possible.

Responsibilities Regular cleaning of arena change-rooms, washrooms, arena lobby, community hall, meetings rooms and kitchen. As well as ice maintenance duties and ensuring flood room / refrigeration room is organized and tidy.

Provide excellent customer service to the general public and patrons, answering questions and assisting with inquires.

Qualifications and Abilities required Must be at least 15 years of age Ability to be available to work on Thursday and Friday evenings as well as anytime on Saturdays and Sundays Must have reliable source of transportation to and from work Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Possess good customer service skills Must be physically able to perform required duties Knowledge of arena operations is an asset Wage:

$13.15 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

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 # 2018-026, indicating their preference of location (Creemore or Stayner) to Human Resources by October 26, 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

Employment Opportunity

School Crossing Guard – Nottawa Location Permanent part-time and School Crossing Guards – Casual Relief, various locations Clearview Township is seeking 1 part-time permanent Crossing Guard at the Nottawa school crossing as well as Casual Relief Crossing Guards to work in various locations within Clearview Township to begin as soon as possible.

Enjoy a light work schedule while earning some extra income. Clearview offers full and compensable training to all employees including on-line accessibility and safety training, hands-on and on-the-job training as well as a new employee orientation. Employees are paid their hourly rate of pay for participating in the training.

Responsibilities - To safely assist children crossing the street, to and from school.

- To be available Monday to Friday during the school year.

Qualifications and Abilities required - Must be physically fit.

- Able to work outside during adverse weather conditions.

- Able to communicate with and direct children in a clear manner.

- Must be able to provide a clean police background and vulnerable person’s check.

- Possess 20/20 vision (with corrective lenses if needed).

- Must have reliable transportation to crossing location.

Wage: $18.21 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

Training: All required training and crossing guard apparel is provided by Clearview Township 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 # 2018-025 to Human Resources by October 26, 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

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.

Didn’t receive your voter information in the mail??

Visit our extended hours at

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Clearview Administration on Sat. October 20, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. with your ID and get on the list!

Public Election Results will be held at: Byng Public School, 239 William St, Stayner

Monday October 22, 2018. Doors open at 8:00 p.m.

Why you should vote by 8pm MONDAY, OCTOBER 22 Donna Hammill, Resident of Ward 2

Donna has lived in Ward 2 for 78 years. She is an active volunteer with the Canadian Cancer Society and is the Treasurer for the Dunedin Village Hall Board.

Why does Donna think voting in the municipal election is important?

Donna cannot express enough how important it is to vote, especially in municipal elections. By voting for a candidate that shares similar views and goals to yourself, you increase the chance of that person being elected.

One might think one vote is of little significance, however; by not voting we are underestimating the value of our own self-worth and importance to our community. I encourage everyone of voting age to participate in the upcoming municipal election. It is your right and even more important, it’s your responsibility.

Tricia Jeffery

, Resident of Ward 1 Trish is a life-long Ward 1 resident who has been selfemployed for 23 years. She is an avid supporter of local events and believes it is important to continue to nurture and develop Clearview while finding a balance between all small communities in the Township.

Why does Tricia think voting in the municipal election is important?

One hundred years ago, Canada’s Electoral Law stipulated that “idiots, madmen, criminals and judges” were not allowed to vote – and neither could women! Today, casting a ballot in the Clearview Municipal Election gives you a say in every aspect of our local development, recreation and wellness. Be an Activist for Clearview, not a Slacktivist! Make a difference, we’ve come a long way baby!

Monica Lowe Menecola,

Resident of Ward 4 Monica was born and raised in Clearview Township. In the 1940’s her grandparents came to Stayner to run a butcher shop. Her parents also had their own business.

Monica and her siblings were raised to appreciate and value the Clearview community. For over 30 years, Monica has worked for national health charities. In her spare time, she volunteers for her favourite causes.

Why does Monica think voting in the municipal election is important?

Monica was raised in a family where civic improvement, civic duty and voting were of the upmost importance. She believes if you don’t vote, you can’t give feedback after the fact. Monica is proud to live in a country where she is free to vote for candidates that represent her thoughts for how the community should develop and grow. In her own words “ I would not miss the opportunity to vote!

It took too long for women to get the right to vote. Get involved. Read up on your choices and vote!”

Most importantly, she would like to thank the Clearview citizens running for positions. She admires their commitment to the Clearview community and thanks them for giving all voters the opportunity to vote between October 12th and 22nd.

Lorri-Anne Pigeon, Resident, Ward 7 Lorri Anne has lived in Ward 7 since 2005, she has been actively involved in the Clearview Community since the late 1980’s. She is an active participant with the Brentwood Community Hall Board.

Why does Lorri-Anne think voting in the municipal election is important?

It is everyone’s responsibility to vote no matter the age or stage in life, the outcome affects us all. Become informed, and vote