November 15, 2019

The Creemore

ECHO

Friday, November 15, 2019 Vol.19 No.46 www.creemore.com News and views in and around Creemore

INSIDE THE ECHO

Saucy Bunch

Clearview Canucks

Family farm recipe goes commercial

Clearview Minor Hockey in uniform

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Water rates rising

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Katie Gillespie (from left), Meghan Clark and Victoria Gillespie embrace the early snow, breaking out their sleds after school Tuesday.

Creemore planning Christmas festivities

by Trina Berlo It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… and there are a number of upcoming activities to help bring on the festive spirit.

The business community is kicking off the Christmas season with a shopping event on Sunday, Nov. 24.

The Creemore BIA is encouraging shoppers to utilize a passport for a chance to win. Every visitor who gets to 10 stores is entered into a draw to win a gift basket full of items supplied by participating businesses. There will be giveaways, free activities, and elves handing out candy canes.

Organizer darci-que said Creemore shops are encouraged to do something special for the event. On offer will be (See “Changes” on page 8)

Record breaking year for Clearview building department

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Santa Claus Parade organizer Natalie de Ruiter (left) and Christmas shopping event organizer darci-que.

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CYLINDER REFILLS

Clearview’s water rates will be going up. On Nov. 4, council agreed to proceed with the numbers laid out by consultant Ken Sharratt of Sharratt Water Management.

He presented a 10-year report considering the ongoing operating costs of the water and sewer systems, and capital upgrades.

It also takes into account projected growth due to the many housing units currently on the books which will all have high efficiency appliances, and revenue to be contributed by developers through development charges and other contributions, charges for those properties that will receive servicing, user fees and other charges to be collected to offset the costs included in the report.

Clearview comes in middle of the pack when compared to municipalities of similar size.

Water rates will increase $10 to $178 (fixed portion) and $2.40 (variable portion per cubic meter). The water bill includes a wastewater surcharge of 77 per cent.

The cost per litre will go from the 2019 rate of $0.0031 to the 2025 rate of $0.00379.

Sharratt said in Clearview, a person can consume 957 340 ml glasses of water for one dollar. In 2025, one dollar will get you 775 glasses.

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2018 was a record year for Clearview’s building department and this year’s permit activity has already surpassed last year’s, said Chief building official Scott McLeod.

With the unprecedented development, 2019 will be a new record year. The number of inspections in 2019 has increased over 2018 by 43 per cent.

The number of building permits as of September 2019 has increased over 2018 by 49 per cent.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, November 15, 2019

COMMUNITY Calendar

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

THIS WEEKEND Saturday, Nov. 16

• St. Patrick's Women's Christmas Bazaar Homemade baking; crafts; penny draw; white elephant; lunch. Draw on handmade Mennonite quilt. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Patrick's Church Hall in Stayner.

• Christmas Sale, Tea and Bake Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Centennial United Church, 234 William St. Stayner. For information call 705-428-3733.

• Annual Snowflake Bazaar at St. Luke's Church, 22 Caroline St. W. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Home baking and Christmas treasures. Lunch $8.

• Winter Clothes for Children at St. Luke's Anglican Church, 22 Caroline St. W. will be open Saturday afternoons November 16, 23 & 30 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. to receive donations of children's winter clothing or to help you choose items for your children. All items will be FREE. Can't make it on a Saturday? Call 705-466-2315 to arrange a different time for a clothing drop or a look at items available.

• Fundraiser Holiday Sip and Shop at the Collingwood Legion from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shop the over 20 vendors attending the event. Admission and raffle table money will be donated to Georgian Triangle Humane Society. Be sure to come and get your Christmas photos done while you shop by JY Photography.

• Turkey Harvest Supper at the Sunnidale Corners Hall with all the fixings and desserts. Get your tickets early. Limited to 40 people per sitting.

First sitting at 5 p.m. and second sitting at 7 p.m.

Adult: $17 per person. Children 12 and under, $8.

Tickets available from Marianne Buie at 705-4280223 and Barb Harvey at 705-428-5063.

Sunday, Nov. 17

• Church Services on page 5.

• Fabulous Fall Concert featuring The Watchmen Quartet in their 52nd year. They started as high school students and now they have 24 recording projects behind them and have sung for multiplied thousands with groups like The Oak Ridge Boys, The Booth Brothers, The Gaither Vocal Band and more. A free will offering will be received. Hope Chapel, 19 Cameron Street, Collingwood, ON L9Y 2J1 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

UPCOMING EVENTS Mondays, Nov. 18 to Dec. 9

• Music Sound Lab for Kids and Youth. Learn new songs and techniques. Bring your own instruments or use ours! All skill levels welcome. 6 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. for kids ages 7 to 11. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. for youth ages 12 to 17 At St. Luke’s Church hall.

DROP IN. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. Email Brad at brholden@gmail.com for more info.

Monday, Nov. 18

• The Blue Mountain Branch of the Retired Women Teachers of Ontario welcomes newly retired or retired women teachers to join in their meetings for fun and fellowship at Trinity United Church in Collingwood. Registration 11 a.m. Contact, Lois at 705-428-2880, or Pat at 705-466-6505.

• Homelessness and then what shall we do? All are welcome to attend to educate themselves and learn together on the needs in our community for our youth and the homeless. What does our community offer to those experiencing homelessness?

Speakers will be Youth Community Centre, Home Horizon and Community Connection. All Saints Anglican Church 32 Elgin St., Collingwood. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Wednesdays, Nov. 20 to Nov. 27

• Drawing for Seniors with Sara Sniderhan.

Learn techniques for drawing animals, flowers, people and more. For seniors of all skill levels.

9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Creemore Legion.

DROP IN. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. All materials provided. Call Sara at 416559-6189 or email sara.sniderhan@gmail.com.

Thursday, Nov. 21 to 28th

• Drawing for Youths with Sara Sniderhan. Learn new techniques, work on your own art and explore new materials. Ages 11-17. Thursdays 5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. At the Mill Street Studio, (above Affairs Bakery) DROP IN. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. All materials provided. Email Sara at sara.sniderhan@gmail.com for more info.

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Friday, Nov. 22

• Everything But The Kitchen Sink Trivia Night at Rob Roy United Church at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. Decorate your table in your favourite holiday decor. Bring your own snacks. Only a few tickets left!

Saturday, Nov. 23

• Creative Writing for Seniors. Practice creative writing and share stories with writer and teacher Emily Worts. For seniors ages 60 and up. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. At St. Luke’s Church hall. DROP IN. Free. For information call Emily at 705-994-3310 or e-mail emilyworts@hotmail.com.

Sunday, November 24

• An old-fashioned Christmas on Mill Street - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop our picture-perfect village.

Enjoy free wagon rides, hot drinks, and special treats. Meet the Creemore elves and relax as local shopkeepers help you find something for everyone on your list. Pick up your passport for a chance to win great prizes. Available at participating locations soon. experiencecreemore.com.

• Creemore Legion Breakfast at Creemore Legion from 8:30 a.m. 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 705-4662202 for more information. 27 Wellington St. W.

Friday, Nov. 29

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

Last one until January 31, 2020.

• Creemore Tree Lighting Ceremony. The Tree Society of Creemore lights up the season with a special ceremony, carols and snacks. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Station on the Green.

Saturday, Nov. 30

• Handmade in the Valley at the Dunedin Village Hall. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop handmade goods from local artisans.

Saturday, Nov. 30 & Sunday, Dec. 1

• The Handmade Holiday Market brings together an eclectic mix of artisans from Simcoe-Grey. Meet the makers behind your new favourite brands, and find unique handcrafted gifts for everyone on your Nice List. Get inspired to give Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Avening Hall. Free admission. This is a cash only event. Follow @thehandmadeholiday on Instagram and check out our Facebook Page!

Friday, Dec. 6

• The Treblemakers In Concert. Home for Christmas featuring Christmas favourites and country rock hits by Lady Antebellum, Blake Shelton, Tim McGraw, Elvis, Amy Grant, and more! Doors open at 7 p.m. show starts at 7:30 p.m. at St. John's United Church, 192 Mill St. Creemore.

Freewill donations gratefully accepted. Ticket required for entry. For tickets and information call 705-352-4595 or info@thetreblemakers.ca.

Firday, Dec. 6 - Saturday, Dec. 7

• The Ninth Annual Michael Tupling Memorial Tournament will be held on Dec. 6 and Dec. 7 at the North Dufferin Community Centre (Honeywood). All the proceeds from this tournament will go towards recreation activities and community projects and help provide financial support for youth. Register your hockey team and come out to join the fun that includes some great hockey, a silent auction, music, and food! Contact Erin Bailey at 519-377-0196, leitherin@hotmail. com or Chester Tupling at 705-627-0672, chester. tupling@premierequipment.ca.

Saturday, Dec. 7

• The Creemore Santa Claus Parade takes place at 1:30 p.m. Step back in time with an oldfashioned community parade in Creemore. Enjoy floats created by friends and neighbours and see Santa. Be sure to visit with local, independent retailers to find the perfect gift before or after the main event. To be an event sponsor or to sign up to be a volunteer contact: natalie@creemore.com, 705-466-9906. Visit experiencecreemore.com

Saturday, Dec. 14

• Are you a senior who is lonely or alone on Christmas? If so please get your name on our Christmas Wish Program list. Seniors on this list receive a personalized gift on Christmas morning from an Angel in our community. If you would like to get on the list or adopt a senior for Christmas, donate items or a monetary donation, visit www. aseniorwish.com. Please submit before Dec. 14.

Wednesday, Dec. 25

• Creemore Community Christmas Dinner.

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 to make special arrangements. For more information see www.creemorechristmas.ca and have a Merry Christmas!

THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, November 15, 2019 •

Clearview Canucks hit the ice in new uniforms

by Trina Berlo Clearview Minor Hockey players are suited up and on the ice.

The new league, an amalgamation of Creemore and Stayner Minor Hockey, received their new jerseys last week sporting the league’s new name and logo.

An online vote resulted in the selection of the name Clearview Canucks, submitted by player Ella Duits, and a logo submitted by player Izzy Mitchell.

Clearview Minor Hockey vice president Brian MacIntyre said the logo drawn by Mitchell was reworked by a graphic designer but they essential elements were retained. He said there were several submissions that incorporated the name Canucks, a maple leaf, hockey sticks and the letter C. There are up to 240 players on 17 teams wearing the new jerseys.

“For the most part it has been a success across the board,” he said.

MacIntyre said the transition has gone well and the league has formed an 18-member executive committee made up of representatives from both Creemore and Stayner, and ice

time is being shared between the two communities.

“The kids are making new friends, they are bonding very well,” said MacIntyre. “As an executive we are very proud of what we have been able to put together for the kids and the product we have put forward.”

The amalgamation has allowed them to form a rep team and two local level teams for most of the age groups.

They have been able to retain players and place them in the appropriate level, which was one of the goals of amalgamation.

MacIntyre said the players who demonstrated the necessary skills during tryouts are able to play at the rep level and the others can play at the local level where they concentrate on developing skills and building their love of hockey.

The regular hockey season continues until January, when playoffs begin.

For game schedules and results, visit clearviewminorhockey.com and find Clearview Minor Hockey on Facebook.

There are still opportunities for team sponsorship. Anyone interested is asked to contact MacIntyre at macmedic6@hotmail.com.

Contributed photo

Clearview Minor Hockey player Nathan Elliot and Dylan McFadden from Georgian Shores take part in a puck drop ceremony Nov. 8 marking the first game with the new Clearview jerseys, with executive members Kevin Bloemendal and Rob Kinghan, and Councillor Robert Walker dropping the puck. Below: Izzy Mitchell's original logo with the final design.

Municipalities share cost of wheelchair lift Clearview council has agreed to share the cost of a wheelchair lift to with Wasaga Beach, and possibly Collingwood.

Clearview will contribute $2,500 for the purchase recommended by Clearview Accessibility Advisory Committee.

Human Resources manager Tammy Gill, who is on the committee, said the lift would be added to the laundry list of things people could request for special events. She said with sufficient notice people should be able to book it and avoid scheduling conflicts.

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Township vehicles will be modified to transport the Mobilift.

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THE WAY WE WERE

HEALTH Be aware of radon The air we breathe has an impact on our health every day. In November, the Government of Canada observes Lung Cancer Awareness Month and National Radon Action Month to remind Canadians that both lifestyle choices and environmental factors can affect the health of our lungs.

Many Canadians are unaware of the health risks of radon gas. Exposure to radon is, in fact, the leading cause of cancer in non-smokers. Sadly, exposure to this gas kills more than 3,200 Canadians each year. As part of National Radon Action Month, the Government of Canada is raising awareness of this often overlooked health risk.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the ground and is found in all homes. It has no colour, smell or odour. At low levels, it does not pose a significant health risk. However, radon gas can build up over time, and prolonged exposure to elevated levels can cause lung cancer.

Fortunately, radon can be detected using a simple and inexpensive test, which is available online, at select local retailers, through a community health organization or from a certified radon professional.

In most homes, high levels of radon can be reduced by more than 80 per cent for the same cost as replacing a furnace or air conditioner. A radon mitigation professional who has been certified under the Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program (C-NRPP) can help you find the best way to reduce the radon level in your home.

In Canada, lung cancer has a devastating impact on individuals and their families. In fact, lung cancer (along with colorectal, breast and prostate cancers) is one of the four types that make up close to 50 per cent of all cancer cases diagnosed in Canada. Lung Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to learn more about the signs and symptoms of this disease, and to take action to prevent it.

Symptoms of lung cancer do not appear until the disease is already at an advanced stage and may include problems breathing (shortness of breath, wheezing, or a persistent, worsening cough), chest pain (especially when breathing deeply or coughing), coughing up blood, frequent or persistent chest infections, fatigue and unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite.

Although many of these symptoms could be caused by something other than lung cancer, you should consult a health professional if you experience any of them consistently, or if they won’t go away. In addition, the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care recommends that adults 55-74 years of age with a history of smoking 30 packs or more of cigarettes per year, be screened for lung cancer using low-dose computed tomography (LDCT).

Test the radon level in your home; if it’s high, reduce it. Visit Health Canada’s website for more information on lung cancer or radon gas. You can also access information and resources by visiting Take Action on Radon.

Typical Countenance of Joseph C. Hamilton was this smiling one as he, Jack and Frank enjoy a joke with Frank Donkersley (centre) of Swifts Feeds. JC was the last of the five sons of James Hamilton who homesteaded in Osprey in 1850 and in 1858 opened a store at Singhampton. He and his family moved to the Glen in 1874 where he had purchased some 400 acres and remodeled the original mill and built a store and residence. The business went under the name of Jas. Hamilton and Sons until 1890 when it became Hamilton Bros. Joseph C was one of the four involved, Fred having died and William, John and James soon moving on to the west, specifically Saskatchewan. JC died in May 1963 at the age of 91, having weathered the untimely passing of son Jack in October 1959, at 43 years. From a Hamilton Brothers history, submitted by Helen Blackburn.

Wish List to provide lights and love Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation our yearend campaign, the Wish List, takes on extra special meaning this year.

Five years of providing exceptional palliative care at Campbell House has been made possible because of the generosity of our community.

Over 820 patients and families have been cared for within Campbell House since August 2014 and thousands more have been supported in our community since HGT began in 1987.

The Wish List for 2019 is focused on providing Light and Love to our South Georgian Bay community. We are doing things a little differently this year and invite you to be a part of this new and novel way to support the delivery of palliative care to our community.

A new community event for 2019 has been inspired by our annual Memorial Celebration, our Lights of Love. This year, we will light up Campbell House and the new Robert C. and Ricki Thompson Sanctuary Garden on our grounds, together as a community.

There will be hot apple cider and holiday treats. There will be music and laughter and perhaps a few tears.

But most importantly there will be lights and love.

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– Janet Fairbridge, Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation director

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www.creemore.com PUBLISHER Sara Hershoff

Please plan to join us on Dec. 5 at 5 p.m., outdoors at Campbell House. (Be sure to dress for the weather!)

You are invited to take part by sponsoring a light to decorate our Hospice home and garden. With your gift, you can add a name to our Lights of Love List to be displayed on our website.

You may choose to honour someone special in your life as a holiday gift to them or you may prefer to make your gift in memory of your loved one. We will also display the List at the Lights of Love Launch at Campbell House on December 5th and throughout the holiday season.

If coming to our early evening event, please park at the Old Village (Legion) Park alongside the baseball diamond and soccer field on Erie Street or at the Collingwood Legion and walk up the driveway at 240 Erie Street to Campbell House for the Lights of Love Launch on Dec. 5.

To make your online donation or for more details, visit www.hospicegeorgiantriangle.com.

EDITOR Trina Berlo

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Health organizations stress importance of vaccines The Ontario Medical Association and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit are underscoring the importance of being immunized.

Keeping children up to date with their immunizations is an important way to keep them and the whole community healthy.

“On behalf of Ontario’s 31,500 practicing doctors I want to say that vaccines work, vaccines are very safe, vaccines are vital to the health and well-being of us all and parents should not be swayed by the misinformation they find online,” says Dr. Sohail Gandhi, Ontario Medical Association president and family physician at Stayner Medical Centre.

With more than 50 staff members, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s immunization team plays a fundamental role in the agency’s mandate to protect the health of the people of the region.

Vaccination is one of the most successful public health interventions in history. It has led to the elimination and control of dangerous and infectious diseases such as smallpox, polio, diphtheria, measles, and pertussis (whooping cough). It was not long ago that these diseases caused many Canadian children to become severely ill or die.

Measles, for example, can cause pneumonia, encephalopathy (brain

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Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman, left, receives his flu shot from Ontario Medical Association president Dr. Sohail Gandhi. The two met briefly on Monday to get acquainted and discuss the importance of immunization in the community. inflammation), and serious problems even years after the initial infection.

Children are more vulnerable and can become very sick very quickly. When a large percentage of the community is vaccinated—about 95 per cent for

Addressing energy levels HEALTH MATTERS

This seems to be root cause besides dietary something that most of us intake. struggle with from time to In addition to looking at time. I have had a lot of deficiencies, I make sure patients this year with low to look into thyroid health energy levels. when energy is an issue for It could be due to a patients. myriad of reasons but here Even if the thyroid is just Kate HUNTER slightly out of balance it are a few things that I tend to see in practice that can cause or can cause lethargy, fatigue and poor contribute to low energy. mental clarity. Associated symptoms A common deficiency is low if the thyroid is out of balance are vitamin B12. This is commonly weight issues, menstrual irregularities, found in vegans and vegetarians but poor skin and hair health as well as also in people who suffer from bowel temperature imbalances. disorders like IBS and IBD, since B12 If you are experiencing low energy is absorbed in the lower intestines. or fatigue, be sure to have this looked You can measure your levels in a into. It is a common complaint that blood test and easily take a supplement many people ignore, but there could to boost levels. I am always sure to be something more complex going on. look at patients gut health to ensure the What can you do to increase your healthy absorption of this important energy levels? vitamin.

• Get a blood test done of your B12, A second common deficiency that Ferritin (iron) levels and Thyroid can create low energy is having low function; iron levels. This is most common in • Get enough sleep! Eight to 10 menstruating women and vegans/ hours is optimal; vegetarians, but I do see it frequently • Reduce sugars and alcohol - these in most patients. Iron is found in lean cause poor sleep and lowered immune meats and leafy greens and in two system. forms - heme from animals and nonIn good health, heme from plants.

Dr. Kate Hunter, ND The body is better at absorbing and utilizing heme sources. It is absorbed Kate Hunter is a naturopathic doctor who is practising at Body ‘n Balance in the intestines and linked to red on weekends.Visit www.katehunternd. blood cells by the liver. I make sure com. to investigate these organs as the

measles—the disease cannot spread easily, protecting everyone.

“In Simcoe Muskoka, the coverage rates in 2018-2019 for the nine vaccines required under the Immunization of School Pupils Act

range from 91.5 per cent to 94.8 per cent,” said Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Medical Officer of Health Dr. Charles Gardner. “While these rates compare favourably with the rest of the province, we still seek to improve on them. We are concerned that some people are becoming hesitant about immunization because of misinformation being spread. Vaccines are safe and effective, and by being immunized, you protect your family, friends and people you work with.”

Parents want to make the best decisions for their children. Sixtythree per cent of parents in Canada look for immunization information on the Internet and half of these do a simple Google search. This is very concerning because much of the information circulating about vaccination on websites and social networks is unreliable, inaccurate and may discourage parents from getting their children vaccinated.

For these reasons, the OMA has launched a multi-channel public relations, social media and advocacy campaign to target the spread of anti-vaccine myths using #AskOntarioDoctors.

For more information about the campaign, to listen to the podcast or get the factsheet, visit askontariodoctors. ca.

Church Directory

Sunday, November 17 Centennial United Church Stayner Worship & Sunday School: 10:30 am Shuffleboard: Fridays at 1:30 pm Free Lunch: November 21st 12-1 pm All are welcome!

Nearly New Sale & Bake Table: Nov. 21st 3-5:30 pm and Nov. 22nd 9-11:30 am Minister: Jennifer Irving 234 William St., 705-428-3711

www.ucstayner.ca, Follow us on Facebook Clearview Community Church

Creemore branch – Station on the Green

Sunday service 11 a.m.

Sunday school, Friday night kids program

Creemore - New Lowell United Pastoral Charge New Lowell at 9:45 a.m.

St. John's Creemore at 11 a.m. www.newlowellunitedchurch.weebly.com www.stjohnscreemore.ca

All welcome • 705-466-2200

Knox Presbyterian Church, Dunedin Service at 10 a.m.

Minister: Rev. Chris Gray 705-466-5202

705-428-6543 Clayton Culham

The Anglican Parish of Holy Trinity, Clearview Sunday Worship at 10 a.m.

2 St. Clair Street, Duntroon Rev. Ray Dobson • 705-794-9140 Facebook: The Parish of Holy Trinity Clearview

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St. Luke's Anglican Church 22 Caroline St. W. • 705-466-2206

Sunday Worship Service at 11:15 a.m.

To tell us what is happening at your church, call Natalie: 705-466-9906 • fax: 705-466-9908 • email: info@creemore.com

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Staff photos: Trina Berlo

A blanket of snow fell on the cenotaph Monday as the Legion colour party and visiting soldiers from Base Borden marked Remembrance Day. Legion president Jim Henderson and Ladies Auxiliary president Dee Hanson laid wreaths at a service led by St. Andrew's Maple Cross Presbyterian Church Rev. Jeffrey Inglis before the Legion service. Because of the weather, soldiers took a bus to the Legion rather than parade through the village.

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Michael Tupling Memorial Hockey Tournament

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The Nineth Annual Michael Tupling Memorial Tournament will be held on December 6th and December 7th 2019 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 519-377-0196, leitherin@hotmail.com or Chester Tupling at 705-627-0672, chester. tupling@premierequipment.ca

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Silent Auction • Dance 8pm-1am and buffet lunch

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Local family recipes base for gourmet sauces

by Trina Berlo From Avening to Alberta and beyond, a local family recipe is evolving into a line of gourmet sauces.

Laurie Rowe, the daughter of Sylvia (Grant) and Warren Gale, of Avening, and the granddaughter of Kate and Bill Jordan, of Creemore, has adapted her family’s sauce recipes to produce seven gourmet sauces under the Jordan’s General Store label, and Jordan Ridge Sauces.

Rowe said making the sauces, the smells and flavours, take her back to her grandparents’ place at a time when things were much simpler.

She said she spent many hours as a child, and later as one of the Jordan women, in the kitchen baking pies, cooking in quantity, and canning preserves. These women took much pride in the quality and huge quantity of food produced in a day to feed the haying crews or for a family gathering.

Rowe said she was looking to import a barbecue sauce that she really liked when her nephew reminded her that the family has its own stellar sauce recipes.

So she decided to whip up a batch of her own.

Within six months of her first sale at a market stall in 2017, she had a custom order of 10,000 bottles for a Calgary Stampede giveaway, which sent it though Calgary’s business district. On

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Now Albertan Laurie Rowe has adapted the family recipes she learned from family in Avening and Creemore into a line of Jordan's General Store sauces, paying tribute to her roots. another occasion a friend shared it with someone who turned out to be the chef at the Calgary Stampede, who ordered a palette of gallon jugs. The menu still features the sweet jalapeno sauce chicken wings.

“I have such incredibly good breaks on this but I guess that’s because people are looking out for me,” said Rowe.

A year ago she was asked to make a low carb version and most recently, while in the process of rebranding

to Jordan Ridge, Rowe has created a sweet jalapeno and sweet barbecue.

With the exception of really big orders, she still makes the sauces herself in small batches.

At one point Rowe had the intention of opening a general store where she lives in Black Diamond. She was inspired by her first job at Avening General Store, where she worked as a clerk.

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Judy and Jim Jordan, bought the store where she served customers at the deli.

“That’s the feeling I wanted to recreate,” said Rowe. “The comfort food from back when times were much simpler. Not when you rushed home and grabbed a pizza in a box to throw in the oven because nobody got home until six o’clock at night.”

She said she uses basic ingredients found in any farm kitchen.

“These are farm recipes. Ones that you took what you had in your kitchen and your fridge and you whipped it up. I’ve taken the farm recipes and commercialized them so that the people who are working two jobs or trying to juggle family and work are able to pull it out and still get that same goodness as if they were at home mixing it up themselves.”

She remembers her mom topping a meatloaf with the piquant sauce (a dry mustard and nutmeg base) or sausages baked in Mrs. J’s Mustard sauce.

The maple campfire is very versatile and can be eaten with leftovers, or a spoon if you ask Rowe’s daughter. It can also be used as a glaze on salmon and in a stir fry.

Visit www.jordansgeneralstore.ca.

Products are also available on Amazon, with more coming available in January under the new label of Jordan Ridge Sauces.

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Celebrate the season with us An old-fashioned Christmas on Mill Street

Sunday, Nov. 24, 11 am to 4 pm

Creemore Santa Claus Parade

Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1:30 pm

Shop our picture perfect village. Enjoy free wagon rides, hot drinks, and special treats. Meet the Creemore elves and relax as local shopkeepers help you find something for everyone on your list.

Step back in time with an old-fashioned community parade in Creemore. Enjoy the marching band and floats created by friends and neighbours, finishing with a visit from Santa.

Pick up your passport for a chance to win great prizes.

Available at participating locations.

Register your float online or contact natalie@creemore,com 705-466-9906 for info.

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Creemore Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Tree Society of Creemore lights up the season with a special ceremony, carols and snacks

Friday, Nov. 29, 5:30 to 7 pm at Station on the Green

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Changes to this year's Santa Claus parade (Continued from page 1) hot chocolate, cider, doughnuts, roasted chestnuts, goodie bags, eggnog tasting, wreath making, cookie decorating, live music and wagon rider from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tree lighting Nov. 29

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Christine MacLean with her husband Kevin and daughters Samara, 15, and Maya, 19.

Art auction helps heal the healer A cancer diagnosis can be devastating, and the fear of what lies ahead is made worse feeling that you are alone on the journey.

That’s why a group of area artists decided to organize an art auction for Christine MacLean, a psychotherapist who has made a career out of being there for people needing help.

After living in the area for almost twenty years, Christine and her artist husband Kevin MacLean recently moved to Halifax to realize their dream of living by the ocean. That dream turned dark with Christine’s diagnosis of Stage 4 cancer.

“It’s a really serious diagnosis,” said Creemore artist Sue Miller, “but there are promising therapies in the US and Europe. This is our chance to support someone who has made helping others her life’s work. We can’t raise all the money they need, but we can send a message that they aren’t alone and that we are keeping them in

our thoughts.”

Some 40 area artists have contributed to an online art auction to be held Nov. 18-29.

With over 50 pieces, and opening bids set as low as $35, there’s sure to be a piece to suit all tastes and budgets. During the auction period, the work will be displayed at the Tremont Hall Gallery, 80 Simcoe St., Collingwood. Bidding opens at 9 a.m. on Nov. 18, and will close at 11:45 p.m. on Nov. 29.

The art on auction can be viewed at www.32auctions. com/helphealthehealer.

For more information, contact sueamiller65@gmail. com or 705-705-727-6161.

People wishing to contribute instead of or in addition to taking part in the auction can do so at www.gofundme. com/f/christine-maclean-help-heal-the-healer.

– Submitted by Sue Miller.

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Plan to attend. New items will be added to the catalog right up to the auction day.

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This year’s tree lighting will be at Station on the Green beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 29.

Hosted by the Tree Society of Creemore and Creemore and Area Residents Association (CARA), there will be a carol sing, hot dogs and hot chocolate.

The hat contest is always entertaining with participants trying to come up with the zaniest design. This year’s event has a Creemore Express theme, inspired by the Polar Express movie.

Santa Claus Parade Dec. 7 There are significant changes to this year’s Santa Claus Parade, on Dec. 7.

Because the County of Simcoe works building on County Road 9 remains under construction the yard is not available as a staging area so the parade will instead marshal at the back side of the Creemore Arena between noon and 1 p.m.

Natalie de Ruiter is organizing the parade this year. She said the Legion has generously agreed to open its doors to provide a place to warm up and use the washrooms. They will be serving coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. (And after the parade, the bar will be open.)

The parade is a community favourite with many local organizations and businesses participating. New this year, the Stayner Collegiate Institute band will be participating, along with the NCPS band, and the Beinn Gorm Highlanders.

Because of the changes, the route has been altered slightly. The parade will leave the arena, head north on Collingwood Street, turn east on County Road 9 with the hope of hitting the top of Mill Street at 1:30 p.m. The parade turns east on Edward Street East and back up Mary Street, finishing at County Road 9.

There is an entry fee of $20 for businesses to participate. Charities, non-profits and community groups can enter for free.

Register online at experiencecreemore.com or contact de Ruiter at natalie@creemore.com or 705466-9906. Sponsorships and donations are welcome.

People are invited to bring non-perishable food items for the Clearview firefighters’ food drive at Creemore Foodland on the day of the parade, from 8 a.m. to noon, and the evening prior from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Catch up on what you missed... More news and views at

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Big Heart Seniors November 7 Our condolences go out to Alma Seifret and family on the passing of her husband, Karl.

We received a generous donation from the family of Effie Taylor.

We had a smaller group for cards, only 22.

50/50: Elsie Longson, Jim Rigney, Peter

Gubbels, Bill Martin.

Moon shots: Al Avery, Lois Walker, Morris Tymchuk, Dave Smith got the travel prize.

Winners: Roy Veinot, 332; Barb Cudmore, 300; Al Avery, 269; June Hartley, 268.

Hidden score was 225. Dave Smith had 226.

Lucky chair: June Hartley.

Creemore Curling Club standings Daytime Team win-loss Lambert 3-0 Bell 2-1 Coulter 2-1 Loranger 1-2 Martens 1-2 McDougall 0-3 From the Hack: After a break on Monday - to celebrate Remembrance Day - the curlers returned to the ice on Wednesday. Team Lambert has set a high standard with Al, Heather/Karen, Wayne and Barb/Linda, all shooting perfect draw and takeout shots. It was an easy win against Team McDougall.

Bill, Anne, Ann and Jake, of Team Martens, also delivered excellent stones, and secured their first win against Team Loranger. The afternoon game had Team Coulter hand Team Bell their first loss. Good curling everyone!

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Ladies Team win-loss Baylis 2-0 Crawford 0-2 Millsap 1-1 Walker 1-1 From the Hack: Wins this week by Teams Baylis and Walker. After attending the preseason clinic, with professional instruction by Adam, the new “brewery girls” are curling well.

Did you know?…speaking of beer, that the name of the trophy given to the winner of the Brier, is the MacDonald Brier TANKARD. Carrie Burnford had a nerve-wracking visitor to her Mulmur home. A large black bear sauntered into her backyard on Nov. 2, almost coming right up on to her back deck before leaving. That's when she snapped this photo of his back end.

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Fifty-eight worthy competitors graced the walls of the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts exhibit space for the month of October during the photo competition.

Top: Adult winners are left to right, Diane Hammond (1st Place), Leah denBok (2nd Place), and Sheelagh Strang (3rd Place).

Jurors choice are, Phil Colwill and John Steele.

Below: Student winners are left to right, Kai Johne (1st Place), Mitchell Saunders (3rd Place), and Jack Leonhardt (2nd Place).

Jurors for the competition provided the contestants with a critique prior to the awards reception. Each winner received a cash prize.

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SANTA CLAUS PARADE

Seeking floats, volunteers and contributions for the CREEMORE S A N TA C L A U S PA R A D E .

For more information visit www. experiencecreemore.com or contact Natalie at natalie@creemore.com 705466-9906.

TUTORING

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K to 12 all subjects specializing in students with IEPs. Will come to you.

Limited space. Call for a free tutoring session. 226-568-0334.

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.

SNOW REMOVAL/BLOWING - Residential and Commercial snow removal services available, pay per use or seasonal contract. We have over 20 years of experience in the snow biz, please call for a free, no obligation quote and book your spot for this season. A division of Rustic Design & Build Inc. Contact: crimsonking. pm.gc@gmail.com, 707-220-0913. www.mydrivewaysnow.com.

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Over 20 years experience. Call for free estimate, 705-443-7815.

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 roughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy, 519-986-1781.

ROD THE WINDOW CLEANER. You deserve a Clear View. Autumn is here! You know you want it!

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All windows welcome. Call 705-3510768. References on request.

PAINTING & PARGING. Book now for interior painting for Fall & Winter.

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FOR RENT

SEASONAL RENTAL CREEMORE. Available January to April. $6,000 plus utilities, snow removal included. Newly renovated cute and cozy 2+1 bedroom, full bath, forced air propane heat. Very private, backs on to park down by river. Feels like you're in the country but you can walk to restaurants and shops in the village. Call Vicki Bell, Broker, Royal LePage, Locations North, Direct 705446-4539.

SINGHAMPTON WINTER RENTAL on Ewing Road. The whole package! Privacy, acreage, minutes to the Glen and Highlands Nordic and the Bluffs. Cute and cozy executive rental opportunity in the best location... really!!! Modern finishes, loft bedroom suite, laundry, walk out to covered hot tub. A perfect couples retreat at a very reasonable price for the season Dec. 15 to April 15. $6,500 plus utilities, tv package and internet. Snow removal included.

Call direct 705-888-4009.

3 ACRES ORGANIC FARM property for rent. Mansfield heritage farm (Mulmur) is looking for a farmer who wants to develop a viable farm operation (weekly CSA program) and farmers’ markets. Use of existing equipment and tools included.

Washing station, plus two small hoop houses, irrigation hosing plus all necessary equipment to farm in the intensive style described in Fortier’s ‘Market Garden’ is included. Season is about 7-8 months. Expected return is about $35,000. Hiring of at least one assistant or intern will enable good returns. It is hoped that the renter will develop a long-term relationship with the owner. Please contact 416-4324934 or joanvanduzer@mac.com with letter of intent and CV. 12 MIN. FROM MANSFIELD Ski Club, near Avening. 4 bdrm: Large master with en-suite and sitting area plus 1 single, 1 twin and 1 double bdrm. Total of 2 bathrooms plus powder room on main floor. Laundry, well equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, and small lounge area. Woodburning fireplace in living room/ dining room. BBQ on deck. Rental $12,000 plus utilities for season: December 15 - April 1, 2020. Phone 647-501-8754 for inquiries.

Beautiful, bright, contemporary CREEMORE HOME available for ski season. Three bedrooms (large main floor master), two full baths, powder room, home office, and internet. Main floor family room with large screen TV. Two fireplaces, comfortable furnishings throughout. Beautiful sweeping views from living room and library. 5 minutes from Mill Street in the town of Creemore.

Monthly cleaning included $16,000 plus utilities. Security deposit required. No smokers. Sorry, no pets. Ideal for one family of 4. Contact Teya 416-953-2621 or teya.flaster1@gmail.com.

DEATH NOTICE

CURRAN, Margaret Joan (née Kinghan), died suddenly on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019 at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket in her 84th year. Marg, formerly of Stayner, beloved wife and best friend of the late Allan Curran for over 62 years. Loving mother of Cynthia (Fred Lawson), Douglas (Mary), Candace (John Widdis) and the late Mitchell. Cherished grandmother of Anita (Steve Morrison), Janice and Crystal Lawson and Emily and Austin Widdis. Dear sister the late Rea (the late Betty), the late Sam (Mary), the late Victor (Lee) and sister-in-law of Arnold (Inger), Frank (Nellie), the late Dalton (the late Lois), the late Gordon (Pat), the late Shirley (Dave Fachnie) and the late Walter (the late Rose).

Marg will also be missed by her many nieces and nephews, her friends and her neighbours. Marg was a caring woman who was strong, courageous and independent and who never gave up. Friends will be received at the Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home – Stayner Chapel, 7313 Highway 26, Stayner on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019 in the Funeral Home Chapel at 1 p.m.

Cremation with interment Creemore Union Cemetery. If desired, a donation to Heart & Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation or the Georgian Triangle Humane Society would be appreciated by her family.

For further information and to sign Marg’s Book of Memories, please visit www.carruthersdavidson.com.

THANK YOU

2019 Poppy Fund Campaign The Royal Canadian Legion, Creemore Branch 397, would like to thank the local businesses of Creemore, Cashtown Corners, Singhampton and Glen Huron for hosting poppy boxes during the recent campaign. The monies raised will be used to provide care and comfort for veterans, for the awarding of student bursaries, for donations to various charities, and for the procurement of future Poppy Fund material. Thanks to all the individuals and businesses that donated to this worthwhile cause, and for making it another successful year.

WANTED

The Creemore Echo is planning its annual Christmas Greetings section, which includes photos of parade day and favourite recipes from the community. We are asking our readers to send in a brief recipe or two, which will appear in the Dec. 13 edition.

Individuals, youth, and businesses are encouraged to submit a recipe they would like to share. Please send all submissions to editor@creemore. com or bring them into the office at 3 Caroline St. W. Deadline is Dec. 6.

Thank you!

We print colour copies and send faxes!

The Creemore Echo, 3 Caroline Street West 705-466-9906 • info@creemore.com

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Handmade Holiday Market organizer Anna Pigden with some of her upcycled creations.

Holiday market showcases artisans A new event, the Handmade Holiday Market, will be held at the Avening Community Centre on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. The event brings together an eclectic mix of more than 20 artisans from within a one-hour radius of the event space. Included in the line up are Creemore’s Mad Pots and Ingrid Hunt, Grey County’s Spirit Drums and Timmerwerk, Mulmur’s Kathryn Allyn, and Alliston’s Tribute Leather, to name a few.

Organizer Anna Pigden grew up in the area, and said she always loved attending local craft markets. She will be at the market with her up-cycled creations.

“I believe human beings are innately creative, and have always been amazed at what people are able to create,” said Pigden. “After visiting the Avening Hall for a function last winter, I decided that I wanted to give back to community by showcasing local talent in a local landmark. The artisan line up has built itself out quite organically; I have personal relationships with several of the

vendors, and connected with the others through various forms of networking.

My goal with the event is to provide a platform for creators to connect with new clients and fellow innovators, and to help promote the shop local and sustainability movements. Strong communities build strong people, and I hope that this event helps propagate that concept.”

Pigden said there are a couple of spaces left. She is actively looking for woodworkers, metal workers, baked goods and handmade skin care to fill those tables. Call 705-890-0558.

The vendor line-up is on Instagram @thehandmadeholiday) and on Facebook.

The market runs Saturday, Nove.

30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hot beverages will be provided by Because All Children Matter, a nonprofit organization that aims to improve the lives of children in Kenya. More information about the organization can be found on their website, www. becauseallchildrenmatter.com.

Christmas concert in Mulmur There will be a Christmas Concert at Mansfield Presbyterian Church on Saturday, Dec. 27 with a performance

by Sohayla and her band.

Tickets for the 2 p.m. show cost

$10 for adults. Children under 12 are admitted free.

Cider and homemade goodies will be served following the performance.