July 26, 2019 by The Creemore Echo

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Friday, July 26, 2019 Vol. 19 No. 30

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Chez Michel finds perfect fit in new owners by Trina Berlo Michel Masselin sees the transfer of ownership of his restaurant Chez Michel as a passing of the baton. He and Elinor are thrilled to have found buyers for their Creemore restaurant in Milynne Benoit and Winston Barrett, who will be taking over at the end of the month. The Masselins first opened Chez Michel at the end of 1989 in Craigleith, where it was located for 16 years before moving to Creemore in the fall of 2004, offering fine French cuisine to visitors and loyal customers. The Masselins said they have been looking for someone to take over but were holding out for the right buyer. When they met Benoit and Barrett, they knew it was a perfect fit. “We had a really good feeling about each other,” said Michel. Elinor said she was very excited at the beginning but now that it is happening and it is sinking in, it’s very emotional. Saturday will be Michel’s last day in the kitchen, before the restaurant closes for the switchover, and reservations are already booked solid.

Small Halls Festival

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Chez Michel restaurateurs Michel and Elinor Masselin with new owners chef Winston Barrett and Milynne Benoit, who will be in charge of the front of the house. While the switchover is bittersweet for the Masselins who are happy to have sold but also sad to go, it is a dream come true for Barrett, a red seal

chef who has always wanted his own restaurant. He said the decision to go into (See “Catering” on page 3)

Creativity on the menu at new pizzeria by Trina Berlo Creemore Pizza Co. is now open. People attending local events over the last few months may have had the opportunity to try the mini doughnuts made by Lori Judzinski. She has now opened her Francis Street pizzeria with a full menu, and yes, the doughnuts are included. Judzinski said she likes the idea of hosting the community at her new establishment, which she has decorated with meaningful found treasures, including old tailgates, signs, and hubcaps, creating a sense of nostalgia. (And she has added a few skulls because she really likes skulls). Booths provide a comfy place to wait for orders and there are a few tables for (See “Choose” on page 3)

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

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Tickets are now on sale for the Small Halls Festival taking place at multiple venues in Clearview from Oct. 3-6. The headline events include Ken Yates in Singhampton; Jamie Williams Concert and Dance in Sunnidale Corners; The Drawer Boy by Michael Healey, a staged Reading in Dunedin; Nice Horse in Brentwood; Good Enough Live Karaoke in Avening; Monkey Toast Improv troupe in Duntroon; and Murder Mystery Night in Stayner. There are many other events celebrating arts, rural culture, food and beverages, in the communities’ small halls. A full schedule and tickets, including exclusive VIP experiences, are available at www.smallhallsfestival. ca. A special offer of $10 off each ticket is available for the first 200 sold, using the promo code SMALLHALLS10.

Essa Draft Horse Show The sixth annual Essa National Draft Horse Show returns to the Essa Agriplex on August 3-4. Originally created to take the place of the Canadian National Exhibition show, this show has established itself as the largest draft horse show in the province, thanks to a dedicated group of volunteers, sponsors including many from this area, and exhibitors. A full slate of Belgian, Percheron, and Clydesdale/Shire line classes will be featured each morning. The Supreme Champion of each breed will compete in the Eberglo Draft Horse Challenge and accumulate points for the national competition. Hitch classes will entertain you all afternoon. Of special interest is the ladies’ cart class with a special prize for the best hat. The Open Classic Six Horse Hitch will be featured both days. Some of these hitches will be qualifying for the North American Classic Series. The youth exhibitors have special classes to demonstrate their ability to present a horse for the judge’s perusal and to drive in single and team classes. The Agriplex is located at 7505 10th Line, Essa Twp.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 26, 2019

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THIS WEEKEND Friday, July 26

• Open House at Steer Enterprises Ltd., 7051 Cty Rd 9, at Cashtown Corners, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Creemore Nights – tonight is Art Night. A free evening featuring local artists and art on the street. Artist Workshops: 5 p.m. Sara Sniderhan & Live Portraits; 5:30 p.m. Sue Miller: Join in to paint 9 foot murals, Jess Tamlin: demo paint, Sarah Mylott: kids chalk art, Martha Bull: watercolour lesson; 6 p.m. Big Heart Dancers, Yoga & Singing Bowls in Hort Park; 7 p.m. Pilates in Hort Park, Sue Miller Workshop. Come early - first come, first served for workshops! A creative evening for all ages right on Mill Street. This is not a licensed event. Creemore Nights continues Friday night until August 23.

Friday, July 26 to August

• Photography Show. One month of photography with Heidi Leverty and Bob Hyland running Friday to Sunday each week in July from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Creemore Meat Market Building, 151 Mill

St. Contact Robert Hyland at Roberthhyland@gmail. com. Show continues Friday to Sunday in August.

Friday, July 26 to Monday, July 29

• Nottawasaga Daylilies garden is at peak bloom. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For directions visit www. wilsondaylilies.com. See ad on page 11.

Saturday, July 27

• Troy Scott Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament at New Lowell Recreation Park. Games start at 8 a.m. Food & beverages available all day. For more info call 705-730-9639. • Special Market with a Christmas flavour at the Creemore Farmers’ Market at Station on the Green from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Bring your own mug day at the Creemore Farmers' Market. Come have your favourite mug filled at the coffee booth and save 25 cents and the environment. Enter to win a basket of green products and learn more about the plastic ban initiative by CLEAN. • The Gardener Is In! Members of the Creemore

Horticulture Society and Master Gardeners from the Simcoe County Master Gardeners will be at the Creemore Horticultural Park to provide expert answers to all your gardening questions from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., weather permitting. • Creemore Log Cabin History Hosts on hand to welcome visitors at the Creemore Log Cabin. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday morning until Thanksgiving. 705-466-2261. • Friends and family are welcomed to a Come & Go Tea for Helen Rawn’s 80th Birthday at 3287 3-4 Sideroad in Clearview Township from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. No gifts please.

Sunday, July 28

• Church Services on page 5. • Mulmur Farmers’Market at the Museum of Dufferin, (Hwy 89 and Airport Rd), from noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays. We offer fresh in-season vegetables, baking, crafts, and ready-to-eat food. We are also looking for more vendors. Contact Helen Martin at 705-818-1251 or mulmurmarket@gmail.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday, July 31

• Canadian Blood Services Blood Donor Clinic at CFB Borden, Dyte Hall, 62 Centre Drive, Borden, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. To book an appointment call 1-888-2-DONATE.

Thursday, August 1

• Fierte Simcoe Pride Flag Raising at the Emergency Hub on Highway 26 east of Stayner at 4 p.m. followed by a film screening at Clearview Township Office at 4:30 p.m. and activities at the Fierte Simcoe Pride booth at Music, Market and Park it at Gazebo Park in Stayner from 5 to 8 p.m.

Thursdays, August 1 to August 29.

• Summer Drop-In Art Classes for Kids, with Sara Sniderhan, started July 18. The Creemore Community Arts Program and Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society are pleased to offer weekly art workshops for $5 a child, ages 8 and up. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon at the Mill Street Art Studio, above Affairs Bakery. Email sara. sniderhan@gmail.com for info.

Thursday, August 1 to Sunday, August 11

• Authors in the Hills of Mulmur. A moment can change your life… from 1 to 4 p.m. at 587146 Sideroad 10, Mulmur. With The Summer We Lost Her by Tish Cohen, Albatross by Terry Fallis and If You Want To Make God Laugh by Bianca Marais. Tickets are $35, refreshments included, available at BookLore, Mulmur Township & the Shelburne Public Library or online at treasurer@shelburnelibrary.ca.

Friday, August 2

• Wasaga Under Siege - Ships & Sails at Nancy Island Historic Site, 119 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A one day event with fun for the whole family at Nancy Island Historic Site. $2/person, kids under 12 free. Visit www. wasagabeachpark.com for more info. Hosted by Friends of Nancy Island & Wasaga Beach Park. • 22nd Annual Memorial Candlelight Service at Bethel-Union Pioneer Cemetery, 2249 Creemore Ave; New Lowell, from 7 to 9 p.m. Hosted by The SilverShoe Historical Society. Freewill donation. Everyone welcome to attend. Bring your lawn chair & bring your friends. Light refreshments.

• Creemore Nights – Crokinole Night! It’s game night in Creemore! Crokinole boards will line the street and champions will be crowned. Consider prizes and ways for your business to get involved. Events continue every Friday night until August 23 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. (depending on the event).

Wednesday, August 7 to Sunday, August 11

• Heritage Music Festival in Shelburne. Country superstars live in concert on August 8. The Washboard Union are performing August 9 at 7:30 p.m. 69th Canadian Open Fiddle Championship on Saturday night. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Shelburne. Visit www.heritagemusicfestival.ca.

Saturday, August 10

• Gathering of the Classics from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Edenvale Aerodrome. $15 per person. Largest gathering of classic aircraft and cars in Canada. Tour planes, speak to pilots and watch the planes fly past. (rain date August 11) For more info visit www.classicaircraft.com. • Creemore Community Foundation Public Meeting at Station on the Green at 4 p.m. Come view the two preliminary designs for the Creemore Village Green and review and comment. Second public meeting on Sun. Sept. 22 will reveal the final design. The six weeks between meetings gives people a chance to submit comments to the designer.

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Catering, events coming soon to Chez Michel (Continued from page 1) business together with Benoit has been encouraged by many happy coincidences with a number of chance meetings pointing them in the direction of Chez Michel. Business partners in this new venture, Barrett (a Barrie resident) met Benoit (a New Lowell resident) while working at Barrie Country Club – Barrett as executive chef and Benoit as event manager. Barrett, a classic French trained saucier, said they plan to keep the name of the restaurant for now and maintain

some of the menu items – such as the popular Steak Frites – but will also add some of his own signature dishes, some French and some international. He said he will be looking to use many local suppliers to bring in the best ingredients. Benoit, a trained wine steward, will be looking after the front of the house, adding event planning and catering to their services when they open for the first time on August 7. They will also offer take-out meals and platters. “We are really excited to be a part of this community,” said Benoit. Barrett said the new venture is a

dream fulfilled. “I have wanted this for a long time but now I have found the right person to do it with,” he said. As for the Masselins, they aren’t leaving town, they will continue to live above the restaurant. Chez Michel will be open Tuesday to Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (no longer closing in the afternoon). It will open for Sunday brunch at 10:30 a.m. and close at 4 p.m. Chez Michel is located at 150 Mill Street, Creemore. Visit chezmichel.ca or call 705-4663331.

Memorial candlelight service at Bethel-Union Pioneer Cemetery The SilverShoe Historical Society is hosting the 22nd Annual Memorial Candlelight Service at Bethel-Union Pioneer Cemetery. The service is from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 2249 Creemore Ave., New Lowell. Everyone is welcome to attend. Bring friends and a lawn chair. Freewill donation will be gratefully accepted. Light Refreshments will be served.

Choose fresh local toppings to build-your-own pizza (Continued from page 1) those who wish to eat-in. Judzinski spent a decade as owner of Muskoka’s Munchies, serving the Key to Bala concert crowds and working at the local pub in the off-season. That’s where she met Debbie Bradey, who is head chef. Together they are creating a pizza menu that will include the classics and some imaginative combinations. The build-your-own approach will ensure that people can select from their favourite toppings but there will also be daily specials and other offerings, ranging from breakfast pizza to dessert

pizza. Slices, wraps, salads and sides are also on the menu. “You never know what’s going to be coming out of my kitchen,” said Judzinski. In March, she attended a five-day pizza conference in Las Vegas and learned all about the many different techniques. Her take-aways were consistency and good quality ingredients. She is starting with a traditional Italian dough, which gets her up early in the morning to prepare. Gluten-free options are available and she is experimenting with sourdough, which can also be an option for people with

gluten sensitivity. Traditional sauce, and white pizzas, will be available, finished with spices and a heart healthy olive oil. Judzinski said she is also taking advantage of many superb area food suppliers for toppings and sides, keeping everything fresh and as local as possible. She even has a little gardens outside of the store to grow herbs, tomatoes and other ingredients. The goal is to offer excellent pizza at reasonable prices, in a welcoming environment. Judzinski moved to Creemore in 2013 and worked next door at MS Design

with Marcy Stewart. “I loved it here,” she said. “I have always been drawn to small towns.” She was happy for the opportunity to get into business for herself, getting back to her hospitality roots. The official grand opening will be on August 1. Watch for details on Facebook, Creemore Pizza Co. @ onfrancisst and on Instagram. Creemore Pizza Co., located at 5 Francis St. E. Unit B, is open seven days per week, from 11 a.m. and is open late on Fridays and Saturdays. Call 705-4665500 to place an order.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 26, 2019

OPINION EDITORIAL No riding immune to hunger

Feed Ontario has released a new study revealing hunger exists in every electoral riding and while food bank use is higher in urban ridings, Simcoe-Grey is not immune. In Simcoe-Grey two per cent of the 129,940 uses the food bank (2,479 individuals visited a food bank in 2018 – 1,613 adults and 866 children, for a total of 14,902 visits.) More than 507,000 adults, children, and seniors accessed a food bank in Ontario, visiting more than 3 million times. Feed Ontario (formerly the Ontario Association of Food Banks) released a new study today, revealing that hunger and food bank use exist in every electoral riding in Ontario. The study, which examines food bank use data between January 1st – December 31st 2018, also reveals that Ontario’s food banks were accessed by 507,977 people who visited 3,033,970 times throughout the year – a three percent increase over 2017. The study was completed in partnership with the Fleming College Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program and presents the findings on an interactive map that allows users to compare provincial electoral ridings across the province, including information on food bank use, mean and median income, and housing. The intention of the project is to help inform visitors to the website that hunger and poverty touch every corner of the province. “In Ontario, someone visits a food bank every 10 seconds,” says Amanda King, Interim Executive Director at Feed Ontario. “And while food banks are doing their best to assist those in need in their communities, this is a growing problem - and one that needs to be addressed by long-term solutions to poverty.” The three provincial ridings with the highest per capita rates of food bank use are: Ottawa–Vanier, Hamilton Centre, and Thunder Bay–Atikokan, which are served by the Ottawa Food Bank, Hamilton Food Share, and the Regional Food Distribution Association, respectively.

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THE WAY WE WERE

"Enjoying the spring sunshine, Creemore's young men of the early 1900s pose for the camera in front of the S&J Hisey Grain and Livestock office. This building has been our post office, town office and more recently Bill Coulter's china shop. Original loaned by Wendy Whitemore." Photo was reproduced in the Stayner Sun, and submitted to us by Colleen Stamp. Send old photos to editor@creemore.com or bring them in to the office be scanned.

LETTER

Lack of forward thinking is frightening Editor: In response to last week’s comments by Mr. Wiggins on Premier Ford. The Ontario government recently published the differences in pay levels for public servants versus that of those in the private sector that confirmed what many of us already suspected. The average private sector Ontario worker’s salary in 2017 is now 33.6 per cent lower than the salary for the average Ontario public sector employee. The average public sector salary is $63,856, with the equivalent private sector average wage of $47,807 a difference of $16,049 per worker. (Source - Statscan Labour Force Survey December microdata). Imagine how much of the current government expenditures (and interest) could be saved by Mr. Ford if he simply brought public sector salaries into line with the private sector! As an example, if the wage bill for Clearview Township was brought into line with the private sector, each taxpaying household in Clearview would see a reduction of around $275 per year for property taxes based on the $1.710 million annual savings just in the Clearview. Even more would be saved with the commensurate reductions in the Simcoe County wage bills which also form part of the municipal property tax load. The lack of forward thinking in Premier Fords government is frightening. Eliminating

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environmentally beneficial tree planting, firing teachers, increasing class sizes and reducing benefits for the less fortunate in this province yet concentrating on “questionable priorities” such as ensuring that low cost beer is available on every street corner and the bloated and verifiably overpaid “civil service” remains untouched seems to be the “highlights” of his agenda . Here’s a “forward thinking idea” for Premier Ford to pick up and run with that would impact a number of concerning facets of this provinces future and help get Prime Minister Trudeau off his back with regard to CO2reductions: Anyone who has had to drive along Mapleview Drive in Barrie would have to agree that with unsynchronised traffic signals almost every 100 metres that the pollution from idling engines and waiting costs to road users are horrendous. In Ontario we have some of the “smartest” innovators in the world, so why doesn’t Premier Ford promote the Ontario development of “smart traffic controller software and hardware” capable of speeding up the flow of traffic while at the same time cutting pollution? Innovation such as this could put Ontario front and centre with core technology that can be readily sold elsewhere in the world and provide environmental and time conservation at the same time. Peter Lomath, Creemore.

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Ray's Place introduces new board members by Sandra Webster At the annual general meeting of Ray’s Place, two new people were added to the board of directors: Judy Alexander, becomes the new chair of the board as Doug Mills has retired and Anna-Lisa Mantesso is the treasurer and marketing director. At the June 5 board meeting, Susan Tremblay was appointed as the fund development director. Remaining on the board are Geoff Davies (vice-chair), Don Webster (secretary), James McSherry (scholarship committee), Nick Forrest (bursary committee) and Anna Hobbs (nominating committee). Doug Quanbury also retired from the board. Alexander, along with her husband John, have been part of the community for 47 years, with a busy lifestyle enjoying life on their farm near Dunedin, skiing and golfing. She says she’s excited about being involved with

Ray’s Place, “The opportunity to give qualified local students an educational experience beyond high school is close to my heart. My interest in education really began some time ago when I served 10 years as a trustee on the Halton Board of Education, two of those as chair of the board. This was before I went back to law school.” Mantesso and her husband Keith moved to Creemore three years ago when they retired from their successful careers in marketing and sales. She said, “I wanted to find an organization where I could give back to the community and help keep our village vibrant and prosperous.” Mantesso enthusiastically added, “Helping our local youth achieve their dreams for the future through post secondary education is an excellent way to do that. That’s exactly what the Ray’s Place organization does. It helps local students get the accreditation, experience and contacts they need to

open doors to help them be happy and successful in life.” Tremblay and her husband, Doug, have been in Creemore for 19 years and enjoy all the recreational activities available in the area along with the many arts and cultural events. When asked what appealed to her about Ray’s Place, she responded, “The mission of Ray’s Place to assist area youth with their educational goals and aspirations is very compelling to me – I want to see young people have the educational opportunities important to their futures.” She continued, “My education was so critical to me over the years - I am a big believer in the difference education can make. The volunteer board and committee members are all genuinely passionate about Ray’s Place work and a joy to work with. I have many years of experience in volunteering with community-based non-profit organizations, these groups

are so important to the health and vibrancy of communities everywhere.” When Alexander was asked what success during her term would be for her, she said, “To see Ray’s Place wellknown and supported by people in and around Creemore and perhaps to see some recipients of our scholarships and bursaries return to support our work.” Mantesso commented, “As treasurer and marketing chair, my vision for Ray’s Place over the next few years is to continue to build awareness, understanding, positive image and appeal for Ray’s Place while ensuring we have the available tools and funds to achieve/exceed our annual financial goals.” Tremblay added, “Success will be a highly engaged team connection across the community, the volunteers, the schools and the students in seeing more students engaged in post-secondary education.”

Cut and Dried Flower Farm fundraiser benefits Water First

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Katie Dawson (from left), Kelly French and Ami Gopal.

Cut and Dried Flower Farm's 2nd annual Hanging Basket Challenge Fundraiser was a huge success and a true collaboration between farm employees, customers and youth volunteers. Hanging baskets were designed and planted by eight staff members in March. The baskets were grown with the rest of the greenhouse crops, then through May and June, visitors to the farm purchased ballots to vote for their favourite basket, with a chance of winning it. The hanging basket that received the most votes was designed and planted by Kelly French and she chose the Creemore based NGO Water First to

Church Directory Sunday, July 28

ST. LUKE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 22 Caroline St. W. • 705-466-2206

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Clearview Community Church Creemore branch – Station on the Green

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July Services: St. John’s Creemore at 10 a.m.

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be the recipient of money raised. Ami Gopal, director of development for Water First visited the farm to collect a cheque for $900 from the farm’s owner, Katie Dawson and winning designer. The eight hanging baskets were given away to winners, drawn at random from the votes cast. Youth volunteers Willow Cherewaty, Lexi

Dodge, Zinnia Hehn, Carter Neale and Ben Martin did a fantastic job of running the voting tent on weekends and encouraging visitors to vote. Overall, the fundraiser was a massive success, for the farm’s staff, lucky winning customers and Water First and is now on the calendar as an annual event at the farm.

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New Lowell Fun Day Aug. 24 New Lowell Legion is hosting a Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 24. There will be something for everyone, including cotton candy, cookie decorating, a dunk

tank, slip-and-slide, bouncy castle, obstacle course for children 12 and up, food and drink. Admission costs $2 for children 12 and under and $3 for children 13 and over.

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Simcoe-Grey Green Party of Canada candidate Sherri Jackson and campaign manager Kendra Marr decided not to use plastic election signs in the upcoming election, opting instead for hand painted stenciled signs on scrap wood, in support of a growing local and international trend away from single use plastics.

Greens say no to plastic signs by Trina Berlo The local Green Party candidate is refusing to use corrugated plastic signs in the upcoming election, opting instead for handmade wooden ones. Volunteers gathered this week at Sherri Jackson’s home outside of

Creemore to begin the process of stenciling signs. After some calls to the County of Simcoe, Jackson said she received no assurances that the signs would be recycled. She and campaign manager (See “Volunteers” on page 7)

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Volunteers hand paint signs in order to keep them out of the landfill (Continued from page 6) Kendra Marr began discussing alternative options. “We have some innovative ideas on how to promote our campaign that are in line with our sustainable p h i l o s o p h y. We c a n ’t i n g o o d conscience ask people to adopt a sustainable approach, and then take thousands of signs to the landfill,” said Jackson. Marr said there is an online debate within the environmentally focused political community about whether or not candidates should be creating plastic waste, especially when a federal ban has been announced and there is a community focus on eliminating single use plastics in Creemore and elsewhere. They have considered using T-shirts and hand painted signs but settled on stencils as the main technique. People have been donating pieces of

plywood and even cupboard doors to the effort. Marr said a lot of the wood was destined for the waste diversion program at landfill sites but will now have another use. “We are trying to leave as little footprint as we can,” she said. The Green Party purchased 500 signs during the last election. Taking into account the other parties, there are potentially thousands of campaign signs that are discarded after an election. Jackson is extended the challenge to other candidates in the Simcoe-Grey riding to voluntarily abandon wasteful plastic signs. Jackson has launched an online petition at Change.org titled “Help Green Party Ban Plastic Election Signs in Simcoe-Grey.” To get involved, contact Jackson’s campaign team through social media @SJforSimcoeGrey or e-mail sjforsimcoegrey@greenparty.ca.

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Simcoe Pride pop up events in Clearview August 1 Fierté Simcoe Pride is hosting three Pop Up activities in Clearview on August 1. There will be a Pride Flag Raising at the emergency hub on Highway 26 at 4 p.m. followed by a film screening

at town hall at 4:30 p.m. There will also be activities at the Fierté Simcoe Pride booth at Music, Market and Park It, including rainbow face painting and kids’ story time, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Thank you for your incredible support at this year’s 2019 Miller’s Dairy Day. Your help makes it possible for us to provide a safe, fun and educational farm experience for our Miller’s Dairy enthusiasts. This year at Miller’s Dairy Day you helped someone make that perfect connection that will be treasured for a life time. All the best from the girls! Sincerely, John and Marie

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Coreslab Structures – Precast concrete

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B.G.B. & Associates Ltd. – Structural Engineer Mike Abercrombie – Electrical & Mechanical Consultant

Total Laminating Product Limited – Insulation Can-Am Pipe Works Ltd – Sprinkler system Sentry Door – Overhead doors G.E. Sallows Corp. – Doors & hardware

Darpak Inc. – Site work Bonmech Incorporated – Plumbing & In floor Heating Campbell Mechanical - HDCA ARO Technologies - Electrical American Builders – Pre Engineered Building BB Gunn Contracting Ltd – Building erection Fleshcon Concrete – Concrete supply Miller Cement Ltd. – Concrete supply Superior Concrete Finishing Inc. Concrete Floors Camp Forming Ltd – Concrete Form Work Matcrete Constru ction – Concrete Form Work Great Lakes Masonry, Inc. – Masonary

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Big Heart Seniors

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Sixteen players of all skills and abilities participated in a Creemore Tennis Club open tournament this past weekend, with Andrea Hubert (above left) and Peter Emond (above right) coming out victorious. The club’s next tournament will be on August 11, an open round robin for all skill levels. The club also completed the spring kids lesson program last week, with 20 kids in three age groups enrolled since May. The Kids Summer Tennis camp commenced with 10 kids having fun and learning the game over five mornings. Memberships to the club can still be purchased at the Curiosity House Books. All lesson programs are taught by certified tennis coaches from Simcoe Tennis. Private lessons can also be arranged through the club.

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At noon, on Thursday, July 18, 17 seniors arrived for our special potluck lunch. There was a delicious variety of first course dishes and even more tasty desserts. Alinda Bishop displayed her amazing collection of hand crafted finger puppets. They included animals, people, reptiles, and many other characters. She generously donates the puppets to a doctor’s office and hospital for children who are facing a needle or other procedure, who need a calming influence. She is a very talented lady! By 1 p.m., 30 were present for bid euchre. Those with lucky 50/50 tickets were Dave Smith, Ruby Klinck, Corrine Brownridge, Ron Laing, and Peter Gubbels. Successful moonshots were played by Russel Ferguson, Jim Rigney, Irma Flack, Al Avery, Peter Gubbels, and Morris Tymchuk, who earned the travel prize. If you are not familiar with the rules, a moonshot gives the player 24 points. We do not report the ones that are tried but do not work out. A failed moonshot subtracts 24 points. The winners at bid euchre were Roy Veinot, 314; Al Avery, 282; Irma Flack, 277; Mary Bouchard, 270; and Dave Smith, with the low at 131. Mary Bouchard was on the lucky chair. There is no response yet from Rama but August 6 is still in the planning.

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Jenna Kang, of Quince Bistro, was the winner of the Legion’s Canada Day 50/50 draw. When she was presented her $878 prize from Jim Richards, she donated $500 of it back to the local branch’s children’s programs.

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Three authors featured at Mulmur literary event by Joanne Rovet For the fifth year in a row, the Township of Mulmur will host its annual “Authors in the Hills of Mulmur” event. Held in a beautiful restored barn nestled in the hills of Mulmur, Authors in the Hills brings together Mulmurites, friends, and neighbours to reflect on the musings of celebrated Canadian authors and to enjoy after local food and drink. The theme of this year’s event is how “A Moment Can Change a Life” featuring Terry Fallis, Tish Cohen, and Bianca Marais. Each of these authors represents an important voice within the Canadian literary scene. All are known for the provocative emotion-eliciting stories they tell.

Terry Fallis, an award winner for his previous works, will showcase his seventh novel, Albatross, to be officially launched at our event. Albatross , about a young golf prodigy, is a tender and funny story that reflects on what it means to stay true to your dreams and yourself. In his forever inimitable and amusing style, Fallis will regale us with his wit and satire. A sneak peek of Albatross by several reviewers has already chosen it as a top book for 2019. Tish Cohen, author of a number of successful novels – and former Creemore resident– will describe her latest international best-seller, The Summer We Lost Her . This novel, currently being made into a Hollywood motion picture, is an

exquisitely written drama about a husband, a wife, a missing child, and complicated family secrets that strain relations to their breaking point. Bianca Marais’ first novel Hum If You Don’t Know the Words was the book selection for last year’s One Book One County Dufferin contest. Her just-released second novel, If You Want to Make God Laugh focuses on the struggles of three women whose lives in newly post-apartheid South Africa connect in surprising ways. Released just this month, If You Want to Make God Laugh is already selling fast and garnering very strong reviews. The event takes place on Sunday, August 11 and begins at 1 p.m. sharp lasting until 4 p.m. In addition to

the authors’ presentations hosted by Bernadette Hardaker, there will be an elegant after-party catered by Hannah Clairman with wine from Adamo Estates and local beer. Books can be purchased at the event with signing by authors. One lucky guest will receive a door prize. Location is the Foley Barn at 587146 Side Road 10 (also known as County Road 17). Parking and entry are around corner on First Line East. Tickets cost $35 each and can be purchased online at treasurer@ shelburnelibrary.ca or in person at the Mulmur Township Office on 2nd Line East (Terra Nova); BookLore at 121 First Street, Orangeville; and at Shelburne Public Library, 201 Owen Sound Street, Shelburne.

Classical, jazz and world music at Summer Music Fest Collingwood Summer Music Festival continues August 1-11 with a dynamic array of top-level classical, world music and blues-jazz programming, sure to cater to all tastes. Featured are award-winning ensembles and celebrated personalities including the Rolston String Quartet, Payadora Tango Ensemble, Zimbabwe’s Nhapitapi music and dance ensemble, and, Sugar and Gold (The Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley Duo). The festival has been rebooted by artistic director and world renowned pianist Daniel Wnukowski, who

is connected to the area through his parents, who have retired in Wasaga Beach. “From that experience and since the final presentation of the previous Collingwood Music Festival (2001 to 2011) it became clear to me that the community was truly missing having its own annual summer music festival. That festival dedicated almost 30 per cent of their concerts to world music and often onstage, musicians discussed similarities of their varied cultures. The new festival offers a similar complementary mixture of classical, world and jazz music which will once

again provide a summer entertainment option second to none for the many music-lovers who live year-round or cottage seasonally in the region,” said Wnukowski. There will be two concerts geared specifically toward families with children. Sugar and Gold will present a late afternoon educational kids’ show “All About The Blues” before their evening concert “The Story of the Underground Railroad in Canada,” relating the story of the arrival, challenges and riveting experiences of the African-American men and women who became members of Canada’s

first Black pioneer communities. The finale matinee concert for the festival on August 11 will be the World Premiere of “Carnival of the Animals/ The Hockey Sweater” an exciting new musical attraction for the entire family featuring an 11-member instrumental ensemble, R.H. Thomson (narrator), Trevor Copp (mime artist), and Michael Schulte (violin). Visit www.collingwoodfestival.com. Tickets also available by phone at 705445-2200 or 1-866-382-2200 and from the Theatre Collingwood Box Office, 115 Hurontario Street (Suite 104) in Collingwood.

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UTILITY TRAILER for sale. 4' x 8'. 2 sets of racks. 36" & 16" tarp. Nearly new tires. Phone 705-428-2824.

SALES BARN Elmvale Sales Barn & Flea Market. 3 kms west of Hwy 27 on Hwy 92. Open Sundays until Thanksgiving. Thursday Market begins June 27. Set up a booth & make some money. For info call 705322-6941 or 705-627-7759. paid. 416-745-4981 or 416-953-6219.

FREE Free Patio Stones. Approx. 150 2’x2’, some are 24”x30”. You pick up – just west of Creemore. Call 705-466-2134 and leave a message.

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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.

Come ride our range! We offer private trail rides for any level of rider, from beginner to advanced. Located in Mulmur Township, East of Honeywood. We ride through some of the prettiest terrain, with the best views, on the most amazing horses! Contact us today to reserve a date and time! Visit www.rawhide-adventures.on.ca or call us at 519-925-0152.

STYLES – The family of Stephen Lewis Styles (October 30, 1954 – July 14, 2019) invites you to gather in Celebration of his Life. Please join us on Friday, July 26, 2019 at the Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home, 509 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, from 5 to 7 p.m. All are welcome.

COLLECTOR

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A Collector trying to recreate an old time General Store is looking for items found in a General Store before 1960. Eg. tea tins, tobacco tins, candy tins, postcards, bottles, magazines, old paper items, comic books, signs, toys, advertising, old store stock, etc. Cash paid. 416-745-4981 or 416-953-6219.

Mon. August 5. 10 a.m. Auctions sale of 16 tractors. Int, Super MTA high crop; SWGTA; Super MTA propane, SMTA; SW6 Super H; SW4: C; W4; M; 200; 340: f20: Int 1486 w/ cab; Case 730; Int 574 cab & ldr: plus farm equip. For Bob & Marie Skerritt, #7207 14th Line, Mapleton, RR#1 Alma.

Contractor Repairs, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy. 519-986-1781. Painting, Masonry & Parging. Professional quality. Now accepting new projects. Call Don for estimate at 405-424-0708 or 705-816-0708. K. Brulotte & Sons. Excavating, grading, site clearing & landscaping. Over 20 years experience. Call for free estimate. 705-443-7815. Rod the Window Cleaner. You deserve a Clear View. Summer is here! You know you want it! Residential, commercial, year-round. All windows welcome. Call 705-351-0768. References on request.

JWJ CONSTRUCTION

One bedroom apartment for rent in downtown Creemore. No smoking. No pets. $795. Available September 1. Call 705-430-2717 or erikajstephens@gmail.com.

Pride through workmanship to each and every customer. OWNER JOE JAMES jwjcon1@gmail.com

Room for rent in beautiful Cranberry Collingwood. Furnished including wi-fi and own bathroom. Walking distance to lake, hiking and bike trails. No pets or smoking. $800 per month. Contact sunnydeanne@gmail.com. 2 bedroom Home for rent in Creemore. Newly renovated. Partially furnished including appliances. $1850 plus utilities. Call 519-941-9283.

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Friends of the East Nottawasaga Cemetery on Fairgrounds Road have begun fundraising for this summer's restoration and improvement project, 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.

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8 2 9 7 Friends and 3 family 6 7are welcomed to a Come & Go Tea for Helen Rawn’s 7 5 3 80th Birthday on Saturday, July 27 at 3287 3-4 Sideroad 2 7in Clearview 6 Township from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 2 7 No gifts please. 7 1 4 4 5 1 9 1 8 1 4 5 3

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Design Review and Feedback Session

NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT MUNICIPAL CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT South East Stayner Sanitary Servicing Township of Clearview The Study The Township of Clearview (Township) is initiating a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) to address the need for Sewage Collection to service the existing unserviced area in the south east quadrant of Stayner, including the proposed development referred to as ‘Manortown Homes’. The approximate extent of the Study Area is shown on the map.

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The Study will follow Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Municipal Engineers Association, October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011, & 2015) process, which is an approved process under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act. The study will evaluate alternative solutions with consideration for the natural, cultural, technical and economic environment, and recommend a preferred solution in consultation with the public, Indigenous communities and agencies. At the conclusion of the study, the process will be documented in a Project File Report (PFR), prepared for public review. Input Invited Consultation is important to this study. The Township would like to ensure that anyone interested in this study has the opportunity to provide input into the planning and design of the project. The Township will hold a Public Information Centre (PIC) to receive input on the alternative solutions being considered. Further notice will be provided closer to the date of the PIC. Information about this project can be found at www.clearview. ca/news-events-meetings/special-projects. The website will be updated with project information as it becomes available throughout the study. To provide comment or to request additional information concerning this Study or if you would like to be added to the Project Contact List to receive future project notices, please contact either of the following Project Team members: Mike Rawn, Director of Public Works Clearview Township 217 Gideon Street Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 705-428-6230, ext. 243 mrawn@clearview.ca

Jennifer Georgas, P.Eng Project Engineer R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited 3 Ronell Crescent Collingwood, ON L9Y 4J6 705-797-4271 jennifer.georgas@rjburnside.com

Project and notice information will be made accessible upon request in accordance with the Accessibility Standard for Information and Communication under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Information will be collected and maintained to meet the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act and for the purpose of creating a record that will be available to the general public as described in Section 37 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All comments and personal information such as name, address, telephone number and property location will become part of the public record that is available to the general public unless you request that your personal information remain confidential. For more information, please contact the Ministry’s Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator at 416-327-1434. This Notice published on July 19th and 26th, 2019.

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