The Creemore
Echo
Friday, November 23, 2018 Vol. 18 No. 47 www.creemore.com
inside the echo
Pedalling a cause
A Christmas Gathering
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Cyclist supports hospice
News and views in and around Creemore
Mill Street reins this season
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It is a time for giving
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Senior Wish Foundation Clearview branch lead coordinator Ashley Kelly with one of the donation boxes where people can deposit gifts for seniors who may otherwise go without gifts this Christmas.
Seniors asked to make a wish by Trina Berlo One woman is getting her wish of seeing seniors’ wishes come true this Christmas. Stayner resident Ashley Kelly has launched a Clearview branch of Senior Wish Foundation, which does many things to ensure that lonely seniors aren’t overlooked, especially at Christmas. As a volunteer for the Barrie home branch of Senior Wish Foundation, Kelly experienced the joy of giving a gift to a stranger, someone who otherwise may not have a present to open on Christmas morning. T h e f o u n d a t i o n ’s C h r i s t m a s program takes the names of seniors who are isolated and matches them
with people who are willing and able to buy them a gift. Last year, Kelly bought for two women, neighbours who would get together for meals and companionship. With their wish list in hand, Kelly went out and filled two big bags of presents. Being a volunteer, she was able to deliver the gifts herself and said the experience almost moved her to tears, because of the women’s appreciation and gratitude. “It’s a powerful feeling,” said Kelly. “It’s a great feeling.” “Seniors paved the way for the next generation so it’s nice to give something back,” she said. Kelly is now accepting names of seniors who may like to be included in the program. She then calls them
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The Creemore Echo is launching its annual food and toy drive. Each Christmas, The Echo collects items for those in need. The gifts will be distributed through Salvation Army Hope Acres and the food will go to Clearview Stayner Food Bank. Toys are needed for the younger children and gift cards (for department stores) are good for older children. Other gift cards, such as movie passes, make good gifts for teens and tweens. The Hope Acres Christmas assistance program distributes to families in Creemore, Everett, Glencairn, Lisle, New Lowell, Mansfield, Rosemont, Angus, Borden, Alliston and all the rural areas in between. The Echo is also accepting monetary donations for both Clearview Stayner Food Bank and Hope Acres. Hope Acres’ Rehabilitation Centre is an alcohol and addiction treatment centre that gets the bare minimum in government funding and also relies on donations. The money helps subsidize Hope Acre’s budget for its programming and often they must supply boots, coats and winter clothing, they are always in need of mittens, to those staying at the centre. All food collected during the drive will be distributed by Clearview Stayner Food Bank, operated by the Clearview Ministerial Association. Anyone in need of assistance from the Salvation Army is asked to call 705466-3435 ext. 228 and leave a message with a call back number. Drop all donations off at The Creemore Echo office, located at 3 Caroline St. W. The toy and food drive runs until Dec. 17.
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, November 23, 2018
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• Creemore Echo is Collecting Food & Toys in support of Hope Acres and the Clearview Food Bank. Gift cards, grocery store cards, cash/cheque donations, non-perishable foods, toys & gifts for all ages are welcome. Drop off your items by Monday, December 17.
Friday, November 23
• Duntroon Hall’s Annual One Stop Christmas Shop and Bake Sale from 4 to 8 p.m. All your favourite vendors in one place for your shopping convenience! Lots of unique and one of a kind items! Chili and hot drinks for sale. Bake table. • Seasons in Creemores Christmas Open House from 5 to 9 p.m. Join us for refreshments while viewing the selection of gifts & collectibles. 168 Mill Street. 705-466-6278.
Saturday, November 24
• Hanging of the Green in Dunedin at Dunedin Hall at 10 a.m. Come meet your friends & neighbours and help to decorate our village. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. Look forward to seeing you!
• Holiday Craft & Gift Sale at Clearview Community Church, 1070 Cty Rd 42, Stayner, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop at over 30 vendors, including baking, woodworking, jewellery, art, home decor and more! Raffles, hand massages by Head to Toe Wellness and haircuts by Frankie the Barber by donation! Proceeds to The Senior Wish Association Clearview Township Branch. If you wish to donate new items for the Senior Wish Christmas Program, a donation box will be on-site. Visit www.aseniorwish.com, call 705-817-1581 or email a.walker1010@gmail.com for more info. • Zumba Fitness Fundraiser in support of Georgian Triangle Humane Society at Creemore Arena Hall, 218 Collingwood Street. Hosted by Alyssa Rowbotham. Doors open at 1 p.m. Zumba by Morgan Booth, licensed Zumba fitness instructor, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Silent auction, 50/50, bake sale, animal balloons. Adults +14 $15, kids $10. Tickets available at door. • Holiday Smalls Art Show Opening Reception at Curiosity House Books from 2 to 4 p.m. Kick
off the holiday season with refreshments and merriment. Artists will be present. Show runs to December 30. 178 Mill Street. • Singhampton Santa Claus Parade at 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 25
• Church Services on page 5. • Free Public Skating sponsored by Stayner Lions every Sunday until the end of December. Creemore Arena from noon to 1:50 p.m. Stayner Arena from 1:30 to 3 p.m. • 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. • A Christmas Gathering. Creemore merchants invite you to gather from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for downtown store window reveals at noon; meet a live reindeer and sit in his sleigh for photos, listen to Victorian carollers, sip cider and shop. Visit experiencecreemore.com for more info.
Upcoming Events Monday, November 26
• Stayner Garden Club Christmas Party at Centennial United Church, 234 William Street, Stayner, at 7 p.m. •
Wednesday, November 28
Join 190+ women who are making an incredible difference to our community through the work of local charities. Meeting at 7 p.m. (registration begins at 6:30 p.m.) at the Collingwood Legion. New members welcome! Visit www.100womensouthgeorgiantriangle. com/ to learn more.
Friday, November 30
• Canadian Blood Services Blood Donor Clinic at Clearview Community Church, 1070 Cty Rd 42, Stayner, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. To book an appointment call 1-888-2-DONATE. • Pizza & Art Night at the Mill Street Art Studio in Creemore from 7 to 9 p.m. making Lino Block Christmas Cards. $40 each includes all supplies & pizza. Register in advance only to 416-546-2555 or millstreetartstudio@gmail.com. • The Treblemakers adult community choir concert “A Celtic Christmas” at St. John’s United Church, Mill Street, Creemore. Doors open at 7 p.m. starts at 7:30 p.m. Free will donations. For more information, info@ thetreblemakers.ca, or 705-352-4595.
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• Creemore Firefighters’ Association Annual “Fill the Wagon Food Drive”. Drop off your non-perishable food items in front of Creemore Foodland (Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. or Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon) or bring it to the Santa Claus Parade and we will pick it up! Proceeds go to help the Clearview-Stayner Food Bank. • 8th Annual Michael Tupling Memorial Hockey Tournament at Honeywood Arena. Register your hockey team and join the fun that includes some great hockey, a silent auction, music, and food! If you wish to participate in the tournament through donations, silent auction items, or entering a team, contact Erin Bailey at 519-923-5842, leitherin@hotmail.com or Chester Tupling at 705-627-0672, chester.tupling@ premierequipment.ca. Friday night the Silent Auction opens. Saturday: Silent Auction & Dance from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. with DJ and buffet lunch.
Saturday, December 1
• Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School is once again proud to host Breakfast with Santa! Come out and take pleasure in the Christmas festivities, enjoy a wonderful pancake and sausage breakfast. Also, take part in the other fun events such as: Kids Shopping Room, Treasure Tray Raffles, Kids Craft Room, Silent Auction and a visit with Santa! Doors open at 8:30 a.m. until noon. Children $5, adults $7, family of 4 $20, family of 5 $25. • Nottawa United Church Christmas Bake and Craft Sale. Quilts, gifts, baked goods, coffee and muffins. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nottawa United Church • First Annual Makers & Bakers Christmas Bazaar Fundraiser at Creemore Arena Hall, 218 Collingwood Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in support of the South Georgian Bay Days for Girls Chapter! Contact Lesley at 705-795-5027 or lesleyahuffman@gmail.com if you would like to rent a table.
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Saturday, December 1 & Sunday, Dec. 2
• Creemore Farmers Christmas Market at Station on the Green from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The first 10 customers each day receive a free Christmas shopping bag.
Sunday, December 2
• A crash course on CPR to show everyone just how easy it is to use a defibrillator at the New Lowell Fire Hall from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Everyone of all ages is welcome. For more info email brittany.c.mcleod@hotmail.com. • Joy – A gospel Christmas celebration at Mansfield Presbyterian Church on Airport Road at 2:30 p.m. Free will offering. Light refreshments to follow.
Monday, December 3
• Inaugural meeting of Clearview Council at 7 p.m. at Council Chambers, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner. Reception to follow. Public is invited to attend. Call 705-428-6230 ext. 223 for more info.
Friday, December 7
• Live at Gayety Theatre: Gabor and Friends, a nicepiece band with performances from singers: Wayne Buttery, Stephen Cassini, Lisa Hutchinson, John Finley, Connie Scriver & Dean McTaggart. 100% of ticket revenue goes to The Collingwood G&M Hospital Foundation. Event will be videotaped and recorded. Every ticket holder entitled to a DVD of the event. Tickets $75 at www.gayetytheatre.com or 888-353-3203. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. 161 Hurontario Street, Collingwood.
Sunday, December 9
• TD Lands Community Consultation Session. A public consultation session is being held at Station on the Green at 2 p.m. For more information contact Sara at 705-466-9906 or sara@creemore.com. • Handel’s Messiah at St. John’s United Church, 192 Mill Street, at 3 p.m. The New Tecumseth Singers and The Dufferin Concert Singers present choral highlights from Handel’s Messiah with piano accompaniment. Adults $20, children under 16 free.
Tuesday, December 25
• Creemore Community Christmas Dinner at Creemore Legion at 4:30 p.m. Everyone welcome to dine and/or volunteer. Pay what you can. Donation of non-perishable food item appreciated. Contact Donna at 705-466-2523 or CreemoreChristmasElf@gmail.com to reserve your seat or make special arrangements. For more information see www.CreemoreChristmas.ca and have a Merry Christmas!
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Volunteers facilitate Walk-in mental dreams while learning health counselling
(Continued from page 1) gifts. “We hope they wait until Christmas morning to open them,” she says with a smile. Senior Wish Foundation started up in 2011 because founder Barb Richards saw a real need for seniors outreach. As an auctioneer and appraiser, Richards often visited older people in their homes and found a large number were living in isolation. That first year, there were 100 recipients in the Barrie area but the organization has grown and spread to other communities and in 2017, there were more than 2,400 recipients. So far, there are 71 seniors on the Clearview list, confirming Kelly’s theory that the program is needed in this community. If you know a senior who would benefit from this program, please submit the recipient’s name by Dec. 1 to the Clearview branch’s lead coordinator Ashley Kelly at 705-8171581 or seniorwishclearview@gmail. com. There are many other ways to support Senior Wish Foundation. Look for purple donation boxes at
Creemore Village Pharmacy, and several locations in Stayner, including Home Hardware, Pharmasave and Coffee Culture. Posted on the boxes are a list of donation suggestions, such as slippers and chocolates. Kelly said because the Clearview branch is new, they are starting with the Christmas gift program but they intend to bring other Senior Wish Foundation programs to the area in the New Year. They include Wish Granting – volunteers help facilitate an experience like going to a baseball game or visiting a relative in another community; Intergenerational skill sharing – where youth and seniors teach each other skills, for example computer lessons in exchange for knitting lessons; Friendly visiting – when a volunteer signs up for regular social calls; and Adopt-a-senior – which matches seniors with families for long-term relationships; and Seniors Helping Seniors – matches volunteers and seniors for crafts or other shared interests. For more information about Senior Wish Association, including volunteer opportunities, contact Ashley Kelly, or visit www.aseniorwish.com.
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by Trina Berlo Clearview Youth Centre is now offering mental health counselling. Laura Foster, a social worker with the John Howard Society of Simcoe Muskoka, is at the youth centre every Wednesday offering a walk-in Youth Mental Health Counselling program. “It’s beneficial because there is limited mental health services for youth in the Stayner area. They would have to go to a bigger area like Barrie or Collingwood to access those services,” said Foster. The All About Youth Mental Health Walk-In Program is open to people between the ages of 12 and 24. Free one-on-one counselling is offered on a first-come, first-served basis and sessions are between 45 minutes to an hour. No appointments are necessary. Referrals and health cards are also not required. The All About Youth Mental Health Walk-In Program is both a prevention and intervention service, as it provides support to youth involved with and at risk of becoming involved with the law. Youth do not need to be involved with the criminal justice system to access the program. Foster said the program is open to anyone experiencing mental health challenges or any other issues that may be affecting their mental health. For example, issues could include abuse, addiction, anger management, anxiety, bullying, depression, eating disorders, gender identity, grief, homelessness, relationship issues, low self esteem, sexual orientation, stress and trauma – anything affecting youth mental health. Warning signs could include
struggling in school, or struggling socially, isolating themselves, using negative coping strategies, self-harm and aggression, said Foster. She said treatment could progress to regular appointments. “Depending on the issue they are dealing with, I would also be able to provide them with a referral to a service that would be more suited to their specific needs,” said Foster. “For example, if they needed more intensive substance abuse treatment, I could refer them to another service.” The sessions are confidential, unless disclosure is required by law. The program is possible thanks to one year of funding from the United Way Simcoe Muskoka Women’s Leadership Council. The walk-in program is from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. each Wednesday, with the last session beginning at 6 p.m. For more information contact John Howard Society of Simcoe and Muskoka Youth Mental Health Counsellor Laura Foster at lfoster@ jhssm.ca or 705-817-9580. The John Howard Society of Simcoe and Muskoka has been providing services to members of the community since 1998. It provides a broad range of evidence-based and outcome-driven community services in Simcoe County and Muskoka, with offices in Barrie and Orillia. The organization has a strong history of helping individuals and families who are at risk of, or who have come into conflict with the law. Their work includes the provision of prevention and intervention services as well as advocacy, public education, and community partnerships.
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Shopping for the ideal community
Christmas is touted as a time to believe and each and every one of us has a real opportunity to show exactly what we believe in this holiday season. If we believe in the value of independently owned businesses, a vital downtown core and locally made products now is our time to shine by including these thing is our holiday plans and preparations. The Creemore BIA is making it even more fun to spend time (and money) during this peek shopping season with a special Christmas Gathering along Mill and Caroline Streets this Sunday, November 25. There will be a live reindeer with its sleigh, making for a perfect photo op in the Horticulture Park 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Victorian carollers will be wandering the village between 11:50 a.m. and 3 p.m. singing seasonal favourites. People are encouraged to join in, if the spirit moves them. The warmth of complimentary spiced local organic apple cider will be available at a fun spot located in the Mad & Noisy Gallery, 154 Mill Street, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. At noon local village merchants will reveal their Christmas windows as they pull down the paper in unison to share some holiday magic and there are holiday swag bags for 50 lucky early shoppers. Meet and greets, sales, workshops, snacks, wine, cheese, live music and the unlimited cheer this community has will make for the ideal kick off to the seasonal celebration. And that is just the beginning. With the Santa Claus parade on December 1, weekly Farmers’ Market throughout December, local bazaars and Christmas activities, Creemore is an ideal place to spend your time and money to make the season bright. For more information on all of the local fun this holiday season visit www.experiencecreemore.com.
Letter To the Editor: We wanted to thank Bonnie MacPherson and Rick Schubert for sharing in last week’s “Letters” what we also felt really crossed a line during the speech at the Creemore Cenotaph Remembrance Day ceremony. My dad was at Juno Beach on D-Day and November 11 has a very special meaning to me and my family. While we greatly appreciate the effort and planning that goes into organizing this event, to say that we were surprised at the developing tone of the speech is an understatement. The polarization that politics brings to a situation, and especially on such an occasion of sombre reflection, is totally inappropriate to those who stood up to the tyranny of racism and fascism. It is also an insult to those who simply came to honour and remember those who served. On a day when “Lest We Forget” has so much significance, the feeling of profound emptiness and disappointment is what we’ll remember from this ceremony. Barb and Peter Halsall, Glen Huron
The Nottawasaga Junior Farmers float in the 1993 Creemore Santa Claus Parade. Photo submitted by Helen Blackburn.
Local cancer prevention vaccine rates still too low
While immunization against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is extremely effective in preventing numerous cancers and genital warts, about a third of local students are not taking advantage of the free HPV vaccine. “HPV is responsible for almost all cervical cancer cases, as well as other cancers including mouth, throat, and anal cancers, but our local immunization rates against the virus are far from ideal,” said Dr. Colin Lee, Associate Medical Officer of Health for the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU). “We need to change that. This is an excellent vaccine that helps prevent cancers and saves lives.” HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in Canada – it’s estimated that 75 per cent of Canadians will be infected by HPV at least once in their lifetime. Because most sexually active people who have HPV are unaware that they have it, the infection is often passed unknowingly on to partners. The best time and way to prevent HPV infection is to receive the vaccine in Grade 7. The HPV vaccine is offered for free by SMDHU to Grade 7 students across the region as part of the provincial school-based HPV vaccination program. The vaccine coverage rate for Simcoe Muskoka
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students is stagnant at just over 68 per cent – the rate is lower in Muskoka. “This vaccine is the easiest, most effective way to protect yourself from an HPV infection,” says Dr. Laura White, gynecologic oncologist, Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH). “Almost everyone will come into contact with and acquire an HPV infection at some point in their life. It’s important that parents support vaccination in Grade 7 since the vaccine works best before individuals become sexually active. Numerous studies have shown that the benefits of this vaccine significantly outweigh the risks. When 99 per cent of cervical cancer is caused by HPV, the vaccine – combined with regular pap smears – is a simple way we can eradicate this type of cancer.” In addition to being responsible for numerous cancers, HPV also causes genital warts. In the 20172018 school year, more than 12 per cent of visits to SMDHU sexual health clinics were for warts caused by HPV. Students who have missed the Grade 7 HPV vaccination or still need their second dose, have until the end of high school to complete it. For more information about catching up on the HPV vaccine or about HPV, check the health unit’s website atwww.smdhu.org/HPV or call Health Connection weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 705-721-7520 or toll free at 1-877-721-7520.
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Hospice Georgian Triangle volunteer set to cycle Africa As a dedicated volunteer at Hospice Georgian Triangle (HGT), Tom Bell recognizes how compassion and caring are so meaningful. “I am inspired by the compassion and support Hospice Georgian Triangle provides to individuals, families and the bereaved in the community,” said Bell. “This is my way of giving back to both HGT and to my community”. Bell is embarking in January 2019 on his second cross-continental cycling journey raising funds and awareness in support of HGT. Named the Tour D’Afrique, Bell is undertaking an 11,200-kilometre bicycle ride starting from Cairo, Egypt and finishing in Cape Town, South Africa. All in, the journey will take him approximately five months to complete. What is most amazing is that this is not Bell’s first cross-continental bike ride in support of HGT. In July 2017, Tom embarked on a 13,500-kilometre bike ride down the length of South America from Cartagena, Columbia to Ushuaia, Argentina to raise funds and awareness in support of HGT. His effort was hugely successful, and through the incredible support of donors, was able to raise $21,300. The compassionate care provided by Hospice Georgian Triangle is
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offered at no cost to the individuals and families served, including 24-hour care for residents of Campbell House, an extensive network of volunteers providing peer-support to clients in the community, and numerous programs through Lighthouse Integrated Care that are designed to support those living with chronic or life-threatening illness, their caregivers, and the bereaved. While 50 per cent of HGT’s operating costs are funded by the North Simcoe Muskoka Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), the remaining 50 per cent is raised through the support of incredible donors. “My aim with this trip is to raise awareness and drive donations to HGT,” said Bell. “Many people don’t realize that our Hospice only receives 50 per cent of their funding from the North Simcoe-Muskoka Local Health Integration Network, so anything I can do to help them is my goal.” “I will admit to selfish reasons for again asking for your support. It is very motivating,” said Bell. “Thank you.” Follow his adventure on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ rideforhospicecare. Donations may be made online at www.hospicegeorgiantriangle.com/ tom-bell-tour-dafrique.
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Reporters with the Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School Thunder News team, under the tutelage of Jennifer Angus, made a field trip to The Creemore Echo office Nov. 14 to learn about the behind-the-scenes process of putting together a newspaper.
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, November 23, 2018
Michael Tupling Memorial Hockey Tournament
Friday, Nov. 30 Silent Auction Opens
Saturday, Dec. 1 Silent Auction Dance 8pm-1am with DJ and buffet lunch
The Eighth Annual Michael Tupling Memorial Tournament will be held on November 30th and December 1st 2018 at the North Dufferin Community Centre (Honeywood). The Michael Tupling Memorial Foundation was established to help encourage youth involvement and leadership in the community. All the proceeds from this tournament will go towards recreation activities and community projects and help provide financial support for youth in the North Dufferin community who may not otherwise have the financial resources to participate. Register your hockey team and come out to join the fun that includes some great hockey, a silent auction, music, and food! Through your participation and involvement, we hope the tournament will have another successful year. We look forward to seeing you at this event and appreciate all of your support!!! IF you wish to participate in the tournament through donations, silent auction items, or entering a team, Please contact Erin Bailey at 519-923-5842, leitherin@hotmail.com or Chester Tupling at 705-627-0672,
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The Collingwood Cinema Club presented two $20,000 cheques at their Nov. 5 Monday night movie to Collingwood G&M Hospital Foundation and Hospice Georgian Triangle, doubling their annual support of local charities.
Collingwood Cinema Club doubles support of local charities The subscribers of the Collingwood Cinema Club, many of which are Creemore area residents, made an exceptional impact on the community when they made two $20,000 donations to two different local charities. Subscribers who attended the Nov. 5 Monday night movie cheered as representatives of the Cinema Club presented cheques to their traditional charity of choice, Hospice Georgian Triangle (HGT) and a second cheque to Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation (CGMHF). Over the next few months, the Cinema Club will be supporting Hospice Georgian Triangle with an additional $24,000 donation generously given by the subscribers through their Club application forms. “All thanks go to our subscribers who encourage others to join the Cinema Club, which allows us to provide quality Canadian and international movies that we would not ordinarily be able to see locally,” said club member Bud Christensen. “Our subscribers sign up and pay for their subscriptions in April and May not knowing what dates they will see the movies
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or which movies will be shown. That is the ultimate trust, one that we cannot take for granted.” “We were thrilled to be included as an additional charity of choice for the Collingwood Cinema Club,” said Jory Pritchard-Kerr, CGMHF Executive Director. “There is such a large, diverse group of individuals who make up the club. We are grateful to each and every one of them.” The Collingwood Cinema Club is a non-profit, cultural organization that launched in 1996. The Club has enthusiastically supported the work of Hospice Georgian Triangle by making the organization their charity of choice. With the expansion of HGT in 2014 with the opening of Campbell House, the Collingwood Cinema Club made a $60,000 donation to the Foundation’s building fund to help complete the new six-bed palliative care residence for patients and their families. Over the last ten years, the Collingwood Cinema Club has donated over $500,000 in support of Hospice Georgian Triangle and Campbell House. “We are so grateful to the Collingwood Cinema Club executive and all of the subscribers for the incredible support they provide to HGT,” said Donor Relations Coordinator Janet Fairbridge. “Their generosity means that the highest quality palliative care has been provided to so many individuals and families in our community, and will continue to be available for so many more. The philanthropic leadership displayed in our community by the Collingwood Cinema Club is exceptional.” For more information about Collingwood Cinema Club and how to join, visit www. collingwoodcinemaclub.com.
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The Creemore Echo • Friday, November 23, 2018 •
Weekend Weather
Spike & Rusty Word Scramble
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Sunday, November 25 A mix of sun and clouds High 6 Low 1 Wind W 11km/h POP 40% by Ken Thornton Find this week’s answer on page 11
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9. Defendant’s response to criminal charges 13. Part in a film 14. Is in control of 16. Profit from 17. Actor LaBeouf 18. Place where monks live 19. Spikes of corn 20. Persian rug 22. Slight cold 24. Mouth part 26. Lyric poem 27. Not good-looking 30. It’s shaped like a periscope 34. Bean curd 35. Fleur-de-lis, in heraldry 37. Feeling of wanting what someone else has 38. Keffiyeh band 39. Large drinking bowl 40. Just about 41. Wise men from the East 42. “The ___ Love” (R.E.M. song) 43. Give up 44. Allergic reactions 46. Nature goddess of ancient Asia Minor 49. ___ choy 50. Snakelike fish 51. Looking glasses 55. Alphabetical character 60. Jai ___ 61. Of base 8 64. Greek aniseed-flavoured liqueur
I like European food so I decided to Russia over there because I was Hungary. After Czech’ing the menu I ordered Turkey. When I was Finnished I told the waiter ‘Spain good but there is Norway I could eat another bite’.
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68. Well-behaved young girl 69. Coffin stand 70. Layer of coal DOWN 1. At one time 2. Capital of Qatar 3. Smooth talking 4. 52 weeks 5. Largest country in South America 6. Massage 7. Long white linen vestment 8. Horse commands 9. Greater liking 10. Tree part 11. British nobleman 12. Many-sided recess in a church 15. Word that has the same meaning as another word 21. ___-de-France 23. Wedding words 25. Traffic cones 27. Canadian actress who was on “Night Heat” 28. Old enough 29. Womanhood 30. Gate that controls water flow 31. Prepare to be knighted 32. Be deceitful to escape from 33. Instrument of the harp family 34. Scottish caps
Find the answer to this week’s Crossword on page 11 36. Anger 39. Canadian known as a “Gold Dust Twin” for his teamwork with Royal Copeland 45. Menagerie 47. “Old ___” (Disney film) 48. Wheat: Fr. 51. Shopping centre 52. Hipbone sections 53. Leather strip in a shoe
54. Wound covering 56. Little piggies 57. Underground railway system in London (with “The”) 58. Old Testament book 59. House part 62. New Zealand bird 63. Fruit drink 63. In its natural condition 64. “___ Got a Secret”
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• The Creemore Echo • Friday, November 23, 2018
Big Heart Seniors On November 15, we welcomed a new player, Al Avery and welcomed Joan Olaskey back. 50/50 winners were Al Avery, Peter Gubbels, June Hartley, Irma Flack. MOON SHOTS were played by Alinda Bishop, Russell Ferguson x 3, who got the travel prize and Janice
Curling
Stephens. WINNERS were Mary Bouchard 310, Russell Ferguson 284, Elsie Longson 282, Roy Veinot 275, LOW Dave Smith 90. LUCKY CHAIR Mary Bouchard. We always have room for more players. Come join us for fun and fellowship.
Ladies ( W - L )
Crawford 0-4 Millsap 3-1 Steed 2-2 Walker 3-1 From the Hack: Lots of great shots on Monday night. Rookie Abbey performed well in the 2nd position with a win for Team Millsap. Well rested vacationers Rita and Debbie returned to help Team Walker score a few big ends for their win. Did you know?…Curling stones are made of granite, not just any granite. The stone is quarried exclusively from two locations...the Scottish Isle of Alisa Craig and Treflor Quarry in Wales.
Mens ( W - L - T) Neil Rowbotham Bill Neelin Bill Hewitt Adam Verstegen
3-1-0 3-1-0 2-2-0 2-2-0
Dave Millsap 2-2-0 Gord Fuller 1-2-1 Ron Coulter 1-2 John Millsap 2-1 From The Hack: Things are proving to be quite competitive in men’s curling at the half way point with the Neil Rowbotham and Bill Neelin rinks tied for first place while the Bill Hewitt, Adam Verstegen and Dave Millsap rinks vie for second place. That last four weeks of play should prove to be interesting with such a tight field. It should be noted that both Ron Coulter and John Millsap still have a game in hand due to the addition of an eight team in week two and eliminating any byes. All teams remain in the running at this point for the Gord Miller Trophy. Come out and watch the Tuesday evening action. New curlers always welcome.
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Creemore BIA is planning the annual Santa Claus Parade to take place on Saturday, December 1 at 1:30 p.m. For registration and information for floats: visit www. experiencecreemore.com or call Sara at 705-466-9906.
The Senior Wish Association is now accepting names for their Christmas Program. This ensures seniors identified as alone or lonely will receive a gift to open on Christmas morning. For more information on Christmas Wish, how to volunteer, Adopt A Senior you can personally shop for, or to help make Christmas bright for so many by making a donation, please visit www. aseniorwish.com. If you know a senior who would benefit from the Christmas program, please submit recipient name by December 1 by calling 705-817-1581 or email seniorwishclearview@gmail.com.
Donations Requested for event on December 1 for Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School. • graciously accepting ‘new and gently used’ items for the Breakfast with Santa Children’s Shopping Room. • items for the silent auction at the annual Breakfast with Santa event If you would like to donate any items, please drop off your donation at the school. On behalf of School Council, we thank you for your generous donation.
Classifieds & Calendars are also posted on www.creemore.com
Recipes wanted for Creemore Echo’s Christmas Greetings edition - it is coming out on Friday, December 7. Please send us your favourite Christmas recipe, sweet or savoury, and we may print it in this edition. We would like to receive the recipes by Wednesday, November 28. You can drop them off (we have a mailbox on the door for after hour drop offs) or email us at info@creemore.com.
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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.
Pizza & Art Night is back at the Mill Street Art Studio in Creemore on Friday, November 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. We’re making Lino Block Christmas Cards. $40 each includes all supplies & pizza. Bring your BFF, your hubby or both! Register in ADVANCE only! Call 416-546-2555 or email millstreetartstudio@gmail.com.
A sincere thank you to all of you folks helping me celebrate my 80th birthday in so many different ways. Your best wishes, visits, cards, phone calls and gifts… all of this helped to make my day special. Thanks again, Wayne Hammill.
Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Winter is here! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call 705-351-0768. References on request.
Seasoned Firewood for sale. All hardwood. Bush cord $340 delivered. Face cord $110 delivered. Call Jerry at 705-888-3043.
Smith Lawn Care and Odd Jobs is always looking for new people to serve. If you require snow removal, lawncare, fall/spring cleanup, dump runs, handyman work and more, call Tristian at 705-888-7092. Licensed & insured.
food & toy drive Nov. 23 to Dec 17. Creemore Echo is Collecting Food & Toys in support of Hope Acres and the Clearview Food Bank. Gift cards, grocery store cards, cash/cheque donations, nonperishable foods, toys & gifts for all ages are welcome. Drop off your items by Monday, December 17.
wanted Creemore Farmers’ Market is looking for students who wish to get some volunteer hours on the weekend. Contact 705-818-1251. Wanted: Handyman. 5 min from Creemore. Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, water systems, and repairs a plus. Please contact: tom124578@gmail.com. Wanted – old magazines such as Farm & Ranch, Country Living, Taste of Home. 1900-2000 magazines. Contact (call or text) 705-229-6381.
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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.
Peace Valley Ranch Grass-fed Beef is hormone free and locally raised. Order a Side or Split Side to fill your freezer to feed your family or share with friends. Orders and deposits for our grass-fed beef must be received by May 1st with the balance due upon delivery. $4.50/lb. We are now taking orders for 2019! To place an order visit our website www. pvrbeef.ca or call us at 519-925-6628.
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rentals 2 bedroom House for rent: 900 sqft house near Terra Nova along the River Road. Newly renovated. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, washer, dryer, water treatment system and gas heat, shower in bathroom. May need 4 wheel drive vehicle for winter. Snow blowing and lawn cutting provided by the landlord. $1500 plus utilities (approx $300 per month). Non smoking, non furnished. Contact James at 519-9253238 or jgodbold@hotmail.com. Seasonal Rental – 2 bedroom house (1000 sq ft) newly renovated available for the ski season. Furnished. Minutes from Devil’s Glen. Call 705-443-9051. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home away from home in the picturesque village of Dunedin. Close to various alpine ski clubs, walking & cross country ski and snow mobile trails. Minutes from Creemore where you can shop & dine or enjoy tours and tasting at the Creemore Springs Brewery. Laundry facilities on site. Parking for up to 6 cars. Approx. 1,600 sq ft of living space. Available: January 1 2019 to April 1 2019. Adults only & no pets or no smoking. $9,000/3 months plus utilities & cleaning service.
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birth announcement Russ and Marion Wilkinson are pleased to announce the birth of Benjamin Martin Wilkinson. Benjamin was born November 6, 2018 and weighed 6lb 8oz. Benjamin’s parents are Grant and Jessica Wilkinson of Beeton. His proud grandparents are Ron and Dorothy Crocker of Collingwood and Kathy AbellWilkinson and Marty Wilkinson also of Collingwood. Benjamin is Russ and Marion’s third great-grandchild joining Mckayla and Jacob Watters of Ottawa.
fundraising Friends of the the East Nottawasaga Cemetery on Fairgrounds Road have begun fundraising for a restoration and improvement project next summer 2019, which will include straightening and cleaning monuments, tree planting, grounds improvement etc. As one of the oldest cemeteries in Simcoe County, many of the pioneers that settled in the area in the mid 1800s are resting here. Contributions towards this project can be made to the “East Nottawasaga Cemetery” c/o Morrison Farm, 1881 Concession 6, Creemore L0M 1G0. Email warren.morrison@live.com for more information.
Christmas sale A Victorian Fairy Tale Christmas from Nov. 24 to Dec. 24: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Find antiques, linen & lace, Christmas teas. Come discover a grand Victorian Christmas event & experience the joy of the season. As you share in the history of 140 Christmases in our 1878 country farmhouse. Come celebrate a century’s worth of fine linens, laces, quilts & blankets, clothing, jewellery & accessories. Sneak a peak at old world Santas, angels & snowmen while scents of cinnamon & beautiful music fill the air. Choose a perfect holiday gift from our hand knit & crochet items, teddy bears & dolls and our famous honey butters. Visit Victoria’s attic of silver, prints, needlework, the reading room and the Scottish room. 40% off all linens. Come enjoy Scottish themed tea & scones or a full Scottish lunch. 24 hour notice required. 2 km east of Stayner on Hwy 26 to Centreline Road. South 3 km to Sunnidale Concession 9. East 1 km to “A Day at Victoria’s” Fire# 5681. 705428-0445 Cathy. Accepting cash and cheques. Bring your slippers!
auctions Bob Severn Auction Register Ph: 519-925-2091
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Grateful thanks once again to all our CREEMORE LOG CABIN History Hosts who welcomed the many visitors who came to the Cabin and Jail each Saturday during the summer and early fall: Cyndy Reycraft, Paul Vorstermans, Marjorie Lang, Tracey Kolowska, David Johnson, Deb Smith, Don Smith, Chris Raible, Pat Raible, Basil Guinane, Jim Harkness, Tamar Harkness, Barb Mann, Bill Mann, Linda Coulter, Alice Spyrc, Loraine Strain, Bill Strain, Don MacFarlane, Frances MacFarlane, Joan Crysdale, Dawn McPherson, Jim McPherson, Bruce Godwin, Anne Godwin, Shanna Lucas, Walter Lucas, John Ferris, Shirley Ferris, Michele McKenzie and Kathy Meeser. Thanks also to the 1,522 visitors who came to appreciate the Jail and Cabin, worthy examples of Creemore’s history.
death notice Stephens, Leonard passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at Creedan Valley in his 93rd year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Barbara (2015). Leonard will be forever missed by his children Arthur (Kris), Susan Van Derkruys (Peter), Katherine Stephens (Neil) and Kelvin and grandchildren Rene (Nicki), Erika, Katie (Mike), Erik (Liz) and Nicolaus. Predeceased by his brother Barry and sisters Joan and Edie. A memorial service will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #397 Creemore on Tuesday November 27, 2018 at 11 a.m. If so desired, the family would appreciate donations to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #397 Creemore as your expression of sympathy. Friends may visit Leonard’s online Book of Memories at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com.
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Clearview Library
Do you want to do something that is satisfying and of great service to your community? We’re working towards a progressive and compassionate Clearview and to do that we need to hear from passionate community members who want to make a difference. Help us shape Clearview by applying to serve on the following boards & committees. Persons interested are invited to submit an application form to the Township Clerk by Friday, December 14, 2018. Application forms are available for pick up at the Township Administration Centre, 217 Gideon Street in Stayner or online at www.clearview.ca. Completed Application Forms can be sent by email to pfettes@clearview.ca or by mail or in person to 217 Gideon Street, Box 200, Stayner ON, L0M 1S0. Appointments will be for a four (4) year term Clearview Public Library Board An administrative board dealing with policy, budget, planning, programming and strategic plan implementation for the Clearview Public Library. Clearview Accessibility Advisory Committee Mandated by the Province to make recommendations on improving accessibility throughout the Township. A majority of members shall include persons with disabilities. Committee of Adjustment A quasi-judicial body appointed by Council and given authority by by-law to deal with consents and minor variances. It also serves as the Property Standards Committee. Clearview Youth Services Committee Clearview Youth Services is a committee comprised of communityoriented volunteers, geared towards advocating on behalf of all the youth in Clearview. The committee works with existing youth organizations to encourage and develop new opportunities for local youth to achieve leadership and social skills, positive scholastic levels and mental health wellness. Located at 7458 Highway 26, Stayner. Creemore Log Cabin & Jail Municipal Service Board An administrative Board that facilitates the operations and promotion of the Creemore Log Cabin & Jail. Located on Library Street in Creemore. Lavender Cemetery Board The Lavender Cemetery Board manages the operation of the Lavender Cemetery, located at 827103 Mulmur Nottawasaga Townline, Creemore, in accordance with the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, 2002. Small Hall Boards Every Board is responsible for the general management and operation of each facility. There are seven (7) small hall boards in the Township of Clearview (listed below). Avening Community Centre – 3401 County Road 42, Creemore
Temporary part-time (schedule to vary, but will include daytime, evenings and Saturdays) Clearview Public Library (Stayner, Creemore and Sunnidale) is currently seeking a part time temporary Circulation Clerk. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Deputy CEO (Library), the Part Time Circulation Clerk is responsible for circulation and reference duties, assists patrons with interlibrary loan requests, and coordinates and delivers a variety of programs to all branches and Nottawa outreach including; early literacy, reading recovery and adult book club programs. Skills and Experience • Diploma in Library Techniques or suitable alternative. • Minimum of one to three years’ experience in a library • Experience with office machinery including mailing machine, folding machine, scanners and photocopiers • Assists in collecting fines • Provides reference / reader’s advisory service utilizing a number of resources including the Library’s electronic resources and the internet • Assists in providing customer service with respect to patrons regarding holds and overdue materials • Excellent attention to detail, a high level of accuracy and organizational skills • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Salary: Wage range offered for this position is $19.96 per hour, plus 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 # 2018-028 to Human Resources by November 25, 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).
Township of Clearview Inaugural meeting
Members of the public are invited to attend the Inaugural Meeting of Council Monday, December 3rd, 2018 @ 7:00 p.m.
Brentwood Community Centre – 9926 County Road 10, New Lowell Creemore Station on the Green – 10 Caroline Street East, Creemore Dunedin Community Centre – 8994 County Road 9, Dunedin Nottawa Memorial Community Centre – 4129 Simcoe Road 124, Nottawa Duntroon Community Hall – 9025 County Road 91, Duntroon Sunnidale Corners Community Centre – 12391 County Road 10, Stayner
Council Chambers 217 Gideon Street, Stayner Reception to follow