March 13, 2020

The Creemore

ECHO

Friday, March 13, 2020 Vol. 20 No. 11

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News and views in and around Creemore

INSIDE THE ECHO

Perfect Pairing

On the Move

New owner for Pizza Perfect

Stayner Library moves to new location

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Hygiene supplies in high demand Health unit encourages public to prepare for COVID-19

by Trina Berlo People are taking to heart recommendations from health professional to stock up on supplies in preparation for the possible spread of COVID-19.

Health Units have recommended people gradually build up a two-week supply of household items, including hygiene products.

As a result supplies of hand sanitizer are low and there is little chance of getting more. Stayner IDA got a shipment of 400 last Friday and were limiting the number of bottles each customer was allowed to purchase.

They were also limiting the number of C r e e m o r e Vi l l a g e P h a r m a c y pharmacist Jennifer Yaeck said in the past month, people have been (See “Health” on page 3)

Staff photo: Bonnie MacPherson

With hygiene supplies dwindling, signs at Rx Drug Mart IDA in Stayner warn customers of a sales limit on hand sanitizer and masks. Creemore Village Pharmacy IDA has sold out and has little hope of getting more shipments.

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Ed Roberston, of Barenaked Ladies, made a surprise guest appearance at the first of two sold-out Donovan Woods performances at Avening Hall on March 7.

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Region sees first positive case of COVID-19 The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has received notification of the region’s first confirmed case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in an area resident who recently returned from Germany and Spain. The individual is selfisolating and recovering at home.

A man in his 40s presented to and was tested at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) in Barrie on Monday, March 9. The hospital took all necessary infection and control measures for COVID-19.

“The role of public health is to manage the spread of infectious diseases like this one and keep our residents safe and well,” said Dr. Charles Gardner, SMDHU’s medical officer of health. “These are early hours in our investigation, and we are working closely with the individual to follow up on known contacts who may have potentially been exposed to the virus and possible exposure sites.”

“RVH’s team is mobilized and wellprepared to respond to COVID-19.

Our frontline staff took all necessary precautions and strictly followed all infection prevention and control protocols in order to care for the patient effectively, while keeping themselves and others safe,” said RVH President and CEO Janice Skot. “I want to assure our region that RVH is very safe for patients and visitors. Our health centre remains open, and clinics and procedures continue to operate as normal.”

The Public Health Agency of Canada and the Ministry of Health advise all travellers to monitor their health for fever, cough, and difficulty breathing for 14 days after arriving back in Canada from affected countries. If symptoms develop within 14 days, returning travellers are directed to self-isolate as quickly as possible and immediately call their health care professionals or public health to make arrangements for possible testing. If you are very sick and planning on going to the emergency room, please call ahead at 705-728-9090 and press 0.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, March 13, 2020

COMMUNITY Calendar

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

THIS WEEKEND Friday, March 13

• Blood donor clinic at Clearview Community Church, Stayner from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Book at blood.ca or 1-888-2DONATE. New donors are needed! Walk-ins are welcome.

Saturday, March 14

• Winter Farmers Market at the Creemore Legion from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lots of vendors, breakfast available for purchase, a variety of bakers, food vendors and crafters to add to the shopping experience.

• 2nd Annual Green Beer Day from 4 p.m. to midnight at the Duntroon Hall. Free admission featuring The Beinn Gorm Highlanders and Stu the DJ. Age of majority event. For more information go to Facebook or email theduntroonhall@gmail. com.

Sunday, March 15

• Free public skating at Creemore Arena sponsored by the Stayner Lions Club from noon to 1:50 p.m.

• Church Services on page 5.

UPCOMING EVENTS Tuesday, March 17

• Big Free Family Concert featuring Mary Lambert and her Sing Into Spring interactive musical entertainment at 2 p.m. at the Stayner Community Centre. Complimentary tickets are required and are available at all three circulation desks.

Wednesday, March 18

• Toonie Wednesday walk inside the Legion every Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Come walk with us and stay for a coffee or hot chocolate. All proceeds will go to the Legion renovation fund.

• Creemore Horticultural Society March Meeting. Ernie and Angela Lynch will discuss “Get the Phrag Out – How and Why to Fight Phragmites.” We welcome the public to our meetings. Social time at 7 p.m., meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 19

• Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County presenting building safe communities for people living with dementia. This is a public free event from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Stayner Community Centre. For more information contact Erika Rice at erice@alzheimersociety.ca or call 705-3290909 ext 3802.

Tuesday, March 19 to Sunday, March 22

• A Voice of Hope featuring songs of love, peace and hope by Paul Simon, John Lennon, Eric Clapton, Carole King, and more! Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Westside Evangelical Lutheran Church, Barrie.

Friday at 7:30 p.m. at St. John's United Church, Creemore. Saturday at 2 p.m. at New Life Church, Collingwood. Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at Wasaga

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Freewill donations gratefully accepted. Tickets required for entry at all locations. For tickets and information call 705-352-4595 or email info@ thetreblemakers.ca.

Friday, March 20

• Emmanuel Presbyterian Church will be showing the movie Overcomer at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $5 for 13 and over, $2 for ages 12 and under. All are welcome! Emmanuel Presbyterian Church is located at 3521 County Rd. 124, 3 km. south of Nottawa.

Sunday, March 22

• Creemore Legion Breakfast at Creemore Legion from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Choice of 2 eggs or waffle, home fries, toast, sausage or bacon, juice, coffee/ tea. Adult $7, children 12 and under $4. Hungry Soldier Special $10. Call 705-466-2202 for more information. 27 Wellington St. W. • The Stayner Toy and Collectable Show at the Stayner Legion from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call Manfred Leimgardt at 705-4282535.

Thursday, March 26

• Stayner Lions Club's Ham & Bean Supper at Centennial United Church, 234 William St., Stayner. Serving from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Adults, $13; Children 5-10, $5. Take-out available.

Proceeds to Camp Oochigeas, for children living with cancer.

• Join Sass Dempsey, registered Yoga Therapist, for a 6-week Therapeutic Yoga session. Supports such as chairs and bolsters are used to encourage

STAYNER BRANCH

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On Tuesday, March 24th, Clearview Public Library’s Stayner Branch will CLOSE its current location.

Please join us on TUESDAY, APRIL 7TH AT 10 am as we REOPEN at our new location at 269 Regina Street, Stayner.

Light refreshments will be served.

safe movement through the joints and promote stability in the muscles. Those pre/post-surgery are welcome, as are those in chronic discomfort.

Thursdays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost is $120.

Friday, March 27

• Georgian Triangle Lifelong Learning Institute 6 Week University Level Lecture Series on Canadian Foreign Policy. Pierre Trudeau, Brian Mulroney, Jean Chrétien, Paul Martin, Stephen Harper to Justin Trudeau. Lectured by Adam Chapnick, Professor of Defence Studies at RMC. Friday mornings 10 a.m. to noon. Coffee provided. www.gtlli.ca for tickets and details ($50 for 6 weeks). All welcome – please contact for more info. Live-streamed at Station on the Green, Creemore. Limited walk-ins may be available on the morning of the lecture for $10 cash.

Saturday March 28

• The Born Ruffians at Avening Hall. Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are available online at aveninghall. com and at The Creemore Echo. Contact Sara@ creemore.com or 704-466-9906.

• Bid Euchre Tournament at the Collingwood Leisure Time Club $12 per person includes lunch at noon. Cash prizes. Lucky draws. For more info and preregistration please call 705-445-9685 days or 705-888-9288 evenings.

Monday, March 30

• Friends Trivia Night. Join the gang from Central Perk as we reminisce with all our Friends! Test your knowledge of this must-see tv Classic! 8 to 10 p.m. at Boston Pizza Wasaga Beach.

Friday, April 3 to Sunday, April 5

• The Creemore Echo celebrates 20 years of publishing news and views in and around Creemore. On Friday, April 3, there will be a cake-cutting at 1 p.m. Coffee, tea and cake will be served until closing at 4 p.m. On Saturday, April 4, we hosting a wine and cheese reception from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information contact sara@ creemore.com or 705-466-9906.

Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25

• Clearview Community Theatre presents the 9th Annual Fundraising Concert 'Rise Up'.

Featuring our Open and Youth Troupes singing Broadway and pop hits. Our Children's Troupe will present a mini musical call 'Wing It' and our ukulele troupe will play favourites old and new.

Our youth case will also promote their production of 'Godspell'. Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Clearview Community Church, Stayner. For more information, visit www. clearviewcommunitytheatre.ca.

Saturday, June 6

• The Creemore Horticultural Society is holding its annual indoor plant sale at Station on the Green from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come find a great selection of annuals and perennials from the gardens of our members as well as your own Creemore Horticultural Park. Please bring your own boxes. Cash or cheque only.

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Health Unit working with partners to assess, test (Continued from page 1) increasingly vigilant about preparing for the virus. She has noticed that a lot of people from outside of the community, mainly those from Toronto, have been buying up supplies because they are no longer available in the city.

People have also been calling to see if they have any in stock. The demand for masks is also high, and the pharmacy is now keeping a waiting list.

She said there are no masks available at all and if she does get any hand sanitizer, she is trying to prioritize requests from restaurants and other local high-traffic areas.

“Pandemic planning is nothing new, we have been planning for the past 20 years for the next pandemic to hit,” said Yaeck. “Healthcare workers are in the know of how they are going to handle things.”

“The world situation has changed significantly in a short period of time,” said Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Associate Medical Officer of Health Dr. Colin Lee. “While we can’t predict what will happen locally, we still have time to plan, prepare and be ready for potential disruptions caused by having many people ill very quickly over a number of weeks.”

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stay at home for a prolonged period of time, and households need to gradually ensure a two week supply of essential items. People should also connect and plan with friends, family and neighbours, especially those who are vulnerable, on how to help each other.”

The Health Unit is working with partners to ensure that the healthcare system will be able to assess, test and care for the ill, similar to the successful response to the 2009 H1N1 influenza pandemic. Most people will not require hospitalization and will be able to recover at home. Close contacts of those ill may be asked to stay at home for up to two weeks. In order to further slow the spread of the virus, there is the possibility that large public events

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• Have a plan to carry on with the business in the event of significant absenteeism.

• Plan for the possibility for employees to be able to work from home or remotely.

• Consult federal travel advisories before going on business trips.

• Communicate that if COVID-19 starts spreading in your community, employees with even a mild cough or low-grade fever (37.3 ˚C or more) need to stay at home.

• Try to not seek medical/sick notes for employees who fall ill.

You can protect yourself by using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer or washing your hands with soap and water if your hands are visibly dirty.

Try not to touch your face. You can help to reduce the spread of respiratory infections such as coronavirus by covering your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing, and by staying home when you are sick.

For more about COVID-19 and how you can protect yourself, see www. smdhu.org or call Health Connection at 705-721-7520 or 1-877-721-7520, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, March 13, 2020

OPINION COMMUNITY

Library moving

THE WAY WE WERE

LIBRARY NEWS

Please take note that the doors of the Stayner Branch of the Clearview Public Library at 201 Huron Street (Stayner) will not be opening to the public on Tuesday, March 24. At this time, we will be starting the big move Michele McKENZIE to the new location in the Stayner Community Arena Hub at 269 Regina Street.

The final check-out at the circulation desk at the Huron Street location will be 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 21. Please join us throughout the day (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for a cup of coffee or tea as we say “goodbye” to this building. We will be collecting memories, photographs and stories of this library branch for our memory book at this time, too.

If you have checked out books from the Stayner branch as of Tuesday, March 10, please note that your new due date is Tuesday, April 7 – the first day of business in our new library branch. We will be opening up at 10 a.m. and we invite you to join us to discover this new space and to enjoy some light refreshments.

(Our big, official grand opening will take place later in the year.) The drop box at the old branch will still be in operation during this time.

All of the existing Stayner branch programs will continue, but at the Stayner Arena Community Hall.

These include the ASK (Afternoon School Klub), Clearview Girls Who Code, Teen Crew, Morning Coffee Break, Adult Book Club and Coffee and craft programs.

If you are ordering a Good Food Box for April, please drop your order envelope into the drop box. We will be giving out blank orders with March’s delivery of your fruits and vegetables, or contact 705-428-5537 or gfoodbox@gmail.com for more information.

It will be business as usual at the Creemore and Sunnidale branches. If you have any questions about the move or any other library matter, please call the circulation desks at these locations.

Library staff will also be at on hand at the 12th annual Clearview Health & Leisure Expo at the Stayner Community Hub on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. We will be one of the 30 booths featuring recreational programs, community sports and local health providers. Admission is free. Visit our booth to voice your opinion about new programs in the library and to have your passport signed for some amazing door prizes.

Hours of operation at the new Stayner branch will be Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. For more information, visit www.clearview. library.on.ca or call 705-428-3595.

Feedback and old photos welcome info@creemore.com call 705-466-9906 fax 705-466-9908

Michele McKenzie is deputy CEO of Clearview Public Library.

A float in the 1989 Creemore Centennial parade pokes fun at weekenders, the dream versus the reality. Photo submitted by John Smart.

LETTER

Animals treated with care and respect Editor: After reading the article regarding the opening of the Creemore Refillery, (Feb. 28 edition of The Creemore Echo, p. 8). I just want to add one thing. It’s great that people have somewhere to refill containers to help save on recycling but it also states that their products are “all natural, organic, vegan and crueltyfree.”

I would just like to point out that in our beef operation, along with the majority, our animals are treated with care and respect every day. So, as I sit and eat my farm raised beef burger I would like you to think about what natural products go into your Beyond Meat burger. I’m proud to be a beef farmer in Ontario.

Eric Millar, Stayner.

Tips for a strong immune system HEALTH MATTERS

With the recent outbreak of the mouth/nose/eyes).

Coronavirus (Covid 19) around the world, I The recommendations for decreasing have had numerous questions and concerns your exposure are the same for the spread from patients. So, I want to briefly talk of any illness – wash your hands with soap about the virus, how to try your best to and water frequently, avoid touching your avoid it and how to keep your immune face (mouth/nose/eyes), cough or sneeze system strong. In no way am I saying that into your sleeve and stay home if you are my recommendations below can cure the sick.

Kate HUNTER virus – it is a virus that should be taken The virus has the strongest effect on very seriously and if you have signs or symptoms those with a weakened immune systems or precontact your nearest hospital. existing conditions. My advice is to help strengthen Covid 19 is one of three viruses that are classified your immune system for any virus, but is especially as Coronaviruses. They affect the respiratory tract important in times like this when people are concerned (nose, throat and lungs) and can present with; lethargy, and want to be doing all they can to stay healthy. fatigue, cough, sore throat, fever and shortness 1) Take a good probiotic daily – Our immune of breath. The virus is transmitted via respiratory system mainly resides in our gut and providing it droplets (cough, sneeze, touching someone or with healthy bacteria will help to fight unwanted something with the virus on it and then touching your (Continued on next page)

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Drink water and rest (Continued from page 4) pathogens. My favourite brand to use with patients is the HMF series by Seroyal. Try to dose around 25 billion CFUs and above.

2) Vitamin D can be taken in 20006000 IU daily (general recommendation for deficiencies). This vitamin will help keep the integrity of your immune system strong while also positively affecting your mood.

3) Vitamin C can be taken in 2,000 mg to 5,000 mg daily – This vitamin helps kill unwanted pathogens that enter the body while also boosting the immune system. For prevention 2000mg is sufficient but if you do have a cold, you can take as much as 5,000 mg (depending on bowel tolerance).

4) Antimicrobial Herbs – This category of herbs helps boost the immune system. They can be used at the first signs of an illness and while you are sick. My favourite herbs to use are berberine, echinacea and oil of oregano.

These herbs are different from Adaptogens like Astragalus (found in Deep Immune by St. Francis) that should only be used when you feel an illness starting. Astragalus can bring down your immune system’s capacity when you are actively sick!

5) Avoid fried, salt laden and sugary foods – These foods deplete the immune system and help viruses grow in the body.

6) Drink lots of water and get your rest – If your body is tired and run down, this is when you are most susceptible to infections and illnesses.

Strive for 2+ litres of water per day and 8+ hours of sleep per night to keep your immune system in check.

For more information on Covid 19 and what to do if you are ill, please visit Canada Public Health.

Sunday, March 15

Sunday Service at 10:30 a.m.

Minister: Jennifer Irving 234 William St., 705-428-3711 www.ucstayner.ca, Follow us on Facebook

KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, DUNEDIN Service at 10 a.m.

Minister: Rev. Chris Gray 705-466-5202

ST. LUKE'S ANGLICAN CHURCH Sunday Worship Service at 11:15 a.m.

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CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD Eucharist – 10:30am Sunday School Rev. Susan Snelling 219 Scott St., Stayner • 705-428-3885 Visit us on Facebook at “Good Shepherd Anglican Church, Stayner”

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CLEARVIEW COMMUNITY CHURCH Creemore branch Station on the Green

Sunday Service at 11 a.m.

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Friday, March 13, 2020

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Robbi and Deejay Grantmyre at Pizza Perfect and Diner.

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Long running pizzeria gets third lease on life

by Trina Berlo Taking over Pizza Perfect may have been an impromptu decision, but new owner Robbi Grantmyre is feeling really good about it because she has always wanted her own restaurant.

Working her first jobs at the restaurant her mom managed, Grantmyre gained experience in the kitchen going from dishwasher to head cook by the age of 18, before moving onto the floor to serve. She said she has always worked in the restaurant business and discovered Creemore when she took a job at the pub, about five years ago. She and her husband Deejay were living in New Lowell but didn’t know anything about Creemore. Once they got to know the village, they fell in love and decided to move here, along with their two children.

Pizza Perfect has a long history in Creemore. The Affolters opened the restaurant almost 20 years ago. Upon retirement in 2019, the restaurant was taken over by the Karsgaards.

Early this year, Grantmyre started at Pizza Perfect as manager and was surprised when the owners offered her the opportunity to take over the restaurant. She jumped at the chance and a deal was struck in a relatively short window. It was important to her

that the longest running pizza joint in Creemore keep its doors open and continue to be a welcoming option for the community.

As someone who appreciates a vintage vibe, Grantmyre is channeling that old fashioned diner feel into the pizzeria. She is planning to keep the current menu, including favourites like breakfast, the five-ounce roadhouse burger and the parkside special pizza (spinach, tomatoes, capers, anchovies and roasted garlic) but there will be some additions. They are offering panzorotties (the deep fried version of the calzone, which is also on the menu), and are working on perfecting a pizza bowl. There are also plans to add meatball subs and veal sandwiches as they evolve.

“We want to continue to be that mom-and-pop fast food place where friends and family can get together,” said Grantmyre. “We have had a lot of support from the town, friends, and family.”

Hours will be changing to stay open until 9 p.m. Watch the Pizza Perfect Diner Facebook page for details. Also watch for announcements about family nights on the third Saturday of each month, featuring a Disney movie.

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Kindergarten registration is open Creemore educators joined their New for Simcoe County District School Lowell colleagues on the picket line Board (SCDSB) elementary schools. once again this week during two strike Children turning four in 2020 are days that impacted local schools. eligible to start school in September.

Elementary Teachers’ Federation of The registration process can be Ontario (ETFO) members were on strike initiated on the registration page on Wednesday during a rotating strike, and the SCDSB website, and is then Thursday for a province-wide strike completed at the child’s school. If when all 83,000 members were on the unsure, parents and guardians can use picket lines. the home school locator tool to find Across the province, almost one their local public elementary school. million students were affected by For more information on the strikes. In Creemore, parents had registration and required documents, to make alternative arrangements visit www.scdsb.on.ca/elementary/ for childcare. Clearview Community planning_for_school/kindergarten or Church was able to pull off a Strike call the local school.

Day Camp on Thursday and the same is planned for the next Thursday.

ETFO has announced its intention to hold another province-wide walkout on Tuesday, Feb. 11 and a one-day Blue Mountain Foundation for the rotating walkout for Simcoe County Arts' Robert G. Kemp Arts Award schools on Thursday, Feb. 13. If parties Committee is seeking proposals for return to the bargaining table, and a a project that benefits the community. tentative agreement is reached, returning The award winner will receive a educators to the classroom, those $5,000 cash prize. schools would open.

Staff photo: Trina Berlo The award was created in 1989 ETFO president Sam Hammond said Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School staff joined forces with New to encourage and recognize an after three days of central bargaining Lowell Central Public School this week for two days on the picket line. individual or group residing in the talks, a deal had been within reach last South Georgian Bay area, which Friday, until in the eleventh hour, the includes Collingwood, Creemore, voluntary agreement. As part of that a letter of commitment to maintain the government abruptly tabled impossible Town of Blue Mountains, Stayner, commitment, and to further underscore Kindergarten model.” options that ended talks.

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Day Camp on Thursday and the same is planned for the next Thursday.

ETFO has announced its intention to hold another province-wide walkout on Tuesday, Feb. 11 and a one-day Blue Mountain Foundation for the rotating walkout for Simcoe County Arts' Robert G. Kemp Arts Award schools on Thursday, Feb. 13. If parties Committee is seeking proposals for return to the bargaining table, and a a project that benefits the community. tentative agreement is reached, returning The award winner will receive a educators to the classroom, those $5,000 cash prize. schools would open.

Staff photo: Trina Berlo The award was created in 1989 ETFO president Sam Hammond said Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School staff joined forces with New to encourage and recognize an after three days of central bargaining Lowell Central Public School this week for two days on the picket line. individual or group residing in the talks, a deal had been within reach last South Georgian Bay area, which Friday, until in the eleventh hour, the includes Collingwood, Creemore, voluntary agreement. As part of that a letter of commitment to maintain the government abruptly tabled impossible Town of Blue Mountains, Stayner, commitment, and to further underscore Kindergarten model.” options that ended talks.

Thornbury, Meaford and Wasaga my public statements, we have affirmed ETFO said the issues were around “ETFO, school board associations Beach. It also includes the Townships in writing that we will be maintaining special education funding, which and the government were close to an of Clearview, Osprey, Sunnidale and Ontario’s world-class kindergarten remained less than half the priority, and agreement on Friday that would have St. Vincent Euphrasia. program.” special education funding negotiated been good for students, educators and The deadline for submission of “I have long said that compensation, in 2017. public education. It would have ensured applications is March 25 at 5 p.m. pay, and benefits, remain a top priority Hammond said in a press conference stability in public elementary schools Applications are available at the for teachers’ union leaders, and that Tuesday that the union is defending its this week,” said Hammond. “Then, late Blue Mountain Foundation for the remains true today... The government most vulnerable students. that day, the government’s negotiators Arts, located at 65 Simcoe St., has continued to signal reasonableness “An agreement was also within changed course and tabled impossible Studio 4, Collingwood, online at on issues from special education reach on maintaining a long-standing options they knew ETFO could not w.w.w.bmfa.ca or at various locations supports to efforts to counter violence regulation that ensures fair and accept.” throughout the area. in schools. Yet, the teachers’ union transparent hiring processes for teachers.

“I want to set the record straight,” leadership push for compensation that Government negotiators then introduced continued Hammond. “Unlike the comes with a substantial cost to the demands for major concessions around Minister of Education, I was at the taxpayer,” said Lecce. fair hiring,” said Hammond. bargaining table last week so I know what “While the mediator has called off Lecce said in a Jan. 31 statement, was discussed. Despite what Minister discussions for now, the government The Stayner Lions Club hosts free “Over the past few days, the government [Stephen] Lecce is claiming, salary was stands ready to meet at any time, to public skating at the Creemore Arena has further demonstrated our focus not addressed during those negotiations, reach a deal that keeps students in class.” every Sunday from noon to 1:50 p.m. on keeping kids in class through a and government negotiators did not sign

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Amy Bennett (from left) and Ann Murphy accept an award for sponsoring Small Halls Festival, with Clearview officials Amanda Murray and Mayor Doug Measures.

Small Halls Festival wins two awards Small Halls Festival picked up two awards at Festivals and Events Ontario's annual awards ceremony Feb. 27.

M a y o r D o u g M e a s u re s a n d community culture and tourism coordinator Amanda Murray accepted the Top 100 Award for the fourth year running.

In addition, Tim Hortons received an Achievement Award for Sponsor of the Year in the budget of $100,000 or less category. This is the second consecutive year that the event and a festival sponsor have been presented

with this award.

“Tim Hortons Stayner, Sunnidale Corners, and Creemore have been a valuable partner to the Small Halls Festival. They recognized the significant contributions that volunteers make to the Festival and have been supporting the 'hallunteers' for six years. Clearview is grateful to have many terrific corporate citizens in our community,” said Measures.

This year's Small Halls Festival is taking place on Oct. 1-4. Visit www. smallhallsfestival.ca.

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SPORTS

Creemore Curling Club standings

Ladies Team win-loss Martens 3- 0 McKay 2- 1 Leimgardt 1- 2 Huskinson 0- 3 From the Hack: Great games on Monday following a week of the Brier. There were Bottcher hit and rolls and Gushue draws. Chantelle with a big win over Team Huskinson in a game of inches. Undefeated Team Martens saw Gail’s competitive side come out.

Team Mckay was appreciative of tips from opposing vice Judith!

Men Team win-loss Crevier 3-0 Cober 2-1 Millsap 2-0 Lambert 2-1 Rowbotham 1-2 Wilson 1-1 Verstegen 1-1 Flack 0-3 Hewitt 0-3 From the Hack: Congratulations to team Kemp from Collingwood for winning the Creemore mens bonspiel sponsored by Creemore Springs Brewery that took place March 7. (Team members, Skip: Chris Heath, Vice: Alan Kemp, 2nd: Mike Neves and Lead: Tom Foubert) Thank you to all the volunteers and sponsors for making this event happen.

Mixed Team win-loss Morby 2-1 Bell 2-1 McArthur 2-1 Cass 1-2 Vorstermans 1-2 Madill 1-2 Baylis 1-1

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Collingwood's Team Kemp won the March 7 Creemore men's bonspiel sponsored by Creemore Springs Brewery. Team members: skip Chris Heath, vice Alan Kemp, second Mike Neves and lead Tom Foubert. Thank you to all the volunteers and sponsors for making this event happen.

Daytime Team win-loss-tie Smith 5-2-0 Steed 4-2-1 McDougall 4-3-0 Walker 4-3-0 Crevier 2-4-1 Gallaugher 2-5-0 McKay 2-5-0 From the Hack: Isobel, Bill, Gail and Debbie of Team McDougall, kept up the fine shot-making to defeat Team Crevier, on Monday. Liz made some lovely draw shots to put Team Smith above Team Gallaugher. Wednesday had Teams Walker, McKay, and Smith getting by with checkmarks in the win column. Thanks, again, Marty for the cookies! Good curling everyone!

Big Heart Seniors March 5 We had five tables plus three.

Thanks to Melvin for helping with 50/50 tickets.

50/50: Marg Falls, Janice Stephens, Al Avery, Isabelle Gubbels.

Moon shots: Wanda Avery, Janice Stephens, John vanVoorst x2, Dave Smith. June Hartley got the travel prize.

Winners: June Hartley, 295; Russell Ferguson, 283; Barb Pilon, 265; Isabelle Gubbels, 262.

Low: Melvin Lougheed, 134.

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Siskins play Hornets in finals

by Tom Macham The Stayner Siskins punched their ticket to the league final on Saturday night with a 3-2 overtime win against the Orillia Terriers at the Rotary Place arena to take the series four games to two.

Down 2-0 after the 2nd period the boys clawed their way back to tie the score at the end of regulation.

A goal by Ryan MacKay at 2:41 of the overtime period sealed the deal and sent the many fans that made the trip from Stayner home happy. The Siskins have moved on the play the Alliston Hornets in the Carruthers Division Finals. Game one is March 12.

This year’s team features two players who both hail from New Lowell and who honed their skills with the Creemore Minor hockey system. Forward Gavin Mikaczo (3 G 1 A) and overage goaltender Brendan Macham (8 - 2 2.56 gaa - .927 sv pct.)

Mikaczo is in his first year with the Skins and Macham arrived via trade from Midland at the trade deadline.

Both spent time in the AAA system as well with the Grey-Bruce Highlanders. Mikaczo spent seven years and Macham, 2. Both boys are happy to be playing in Stayner, which was their goal even while playing minor hockey.

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Hike or Bike for Hospice Georgian Triangle May 31 registration fee for all adults. There is no cost for children 12 years of age or younger. All children are required to be registered as participants. Lunch is included in the registration fee, so a tax receipt will be issued for $20.

As this is HGT's biggest and most important fundraiser of the year, HGT is asking all adult participants to raise a suggested minimum of $200 per participant through donations from friends and family.

The event is moving to a bigger venue, the Eddie Bush Memorial Arena. Community partners, Sobeys, Boston Pizza and Tim Hortons, are back to provide lunch and morning coffee.

Registration is now open and full details on this annual fundraising event can be found at www. hospicegeorgiantriangle.com.

The 10th Annual Hike or Bike for Hospice Georgian Triangle (HGT) is set for May 31.

Now that Hospice Georgian Triangle has a total of ten beds at Campbell House, the HGT Foundation must raise more money to make sure free access to all HGT services continues to be available to everyone.

All of the funds raised through this annual HGT Foundation event will stay in the community. Hospice Georgian Triangle provides comprehensive and compassionate care in the home or at Campbell House for families in the southern Georgian Bay community dealing with life-limiting illness. Care programs are provided at no cost and focus on the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of both the patient and family, enhancing quality of life.

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North Dufferin Baseball League doles out awards

by Scott Anderson Awards were handed out to players in the North Dufferin Baseball League on Mar. 8.

The annual awards event and lunch was held at the Lisle Legion with the presentation of individual and team awards from the 2019 season.

Team awards went to the Bolton Brewers for first place in the east division, while the Ivy Leafs finished first in the west division. Both teams ended the regular season with a 20-5 win-loss record for 40 points.

The Ivy Blues finished first with 27 points with a 13-2-1 record in the junior division.

Tristan Cabral of the Clearview Orioles took home his first best batter title with a .484 average during the year.

Bolton Brewers’ Mike Wallace won the best on base percentage with a .659 average and also took home the most runs award with 38. Teammate Carter Burnside was named the league’s best catcher.

Midland Mariners’ Jeff Shilling hit eight home runs for the season taking top spot.

The Tom Anderson Memorial Award for the most sportsmanlike player was presented for the first time since the name of the award was changed to recognize Anderson who died in 2018.

Ron DiPalma of the Bolton Dodgers won the title.

Brandon Norrie of the New Lowell Knights was named the most valuable player.

Peter Kinghan of New Lowell and Mike Wallace of the Bolton Brewers tied for coach of the year.

The top pitcher award went to Brad Grieveson of the Ivy Leafs. Grieveson has been named top pitcher 12 times, with his first in 2006.

David Anderson photo

The North Dufferin Baseball League presented 2019 season awards during a lunch and awards event on Mar. 8.

Pictured from left, back row: Jesse McIntyre (service recognition plaque), Brandon Norrie (senior MVP), Peter Kinghan (coach of the year), Mike Wallace (coach of the year, senior best on base, senior most runs), Jeff Shilling (senior most home runs). Front row: Ron DiPalma (senior MSP), Zaccary Helmer (All-Star Game MVP), Brendan Lovell (junior best batter), Tristan Cabral (senior best batter), Ian Leggault (junior MVP and MSP).

In the junior division, Brendan Lovell of Ivy Blues won the best batter title with a .477 average, while teammate Charlie Jeans had the top on base percentage at .652. Another Ivy player, Domenico Morea had the most home runs at two and Mitch Tucker, also of Ivy, picked up his second straight win with the most runs scored at 19.

Matthew Haire of the Orangeville Rockies won his first top pitcher award.

The most sportsmanlike player award went to Ian Leggault of the Orillia Royals. Leggault and Ivy’s Ryan Barr shared the most valuable player award.

The league also hosted the first meeting of the year after the awards presentation.

The senior division has dropped to 12 teams from 14 with the loss of Orangeville from a suspension last year and a leave of absence from the Alliston Athletics.

The junior division will feature five teams, with a new addition from Creemore.

Teams will meet in April to finalize the schedule.

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HELP WANTED Building supply division of Hamilton Brothers in Glen Huron requires person for lumber sales desk and customer service. Must be fit, energetic, versatile, and extremely customer orientated.

Experience helpful. See or call Fred or Johnny.

Hamilton Bros 2047 Glen Huron Rd, Conc. 8 Glen Huron, ON L0M 1L0 Phone: 705-466-2244 Fax: 705-466-2122 Email: hamiltonbros@ ultrafastwireless.com website www.hamiltonbros.ca

WANTED

Complete Outdoor Services Inc. is a family owned professional landscaping and property maintenance company based in Glencairn. We have been providing top quality services to our clients since 1988.

We are accepting applications for the positions of GARDENER LAWN MAINTENANCE WORKER Both positions are full time, 5 days a week and seasonal, early April to mid November.

Must be energetic, physically fit and enjoy working outdoors in all weather as part of an efficient, professional team. Previous experience working outdoors in a physical job or in the horticultural industry an asset but not essential.

For more detailed information, see Indeed job postings.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to

katie@cutdriedflowerfarm.com

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HELP WANTED

AUCTIONEER

BOB SEVERN AUCTIONEER

Ph: 519-925-2091

www.theauctionadvertiser.com/RSevern

Submit your classified ad by 5 p.m.

Tuesday: call 705-466-9906, fax 705-466-9908, email info@creemore.com,$17 + hst for 25 words

Harold Norris In memory of a tough old guy who left us March 11, 2018 after a fight.

9 3 6 2 Your strength and patience allowed us to grow to who we are today.

5 1 8 We miss you and wish you didn't 1 9 6 4 have to go.

Kathy8and1David 7 and families

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hamiltonbros@ultrafastwireless.com 2047 Glen Huron Rd, Glen Huron

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Good Friday April 10th at 10 a.m.

Auction sale for Arlene Goodfellow and the estate of the late Ross Goodfellow. Ln #4915 - 2nd Line, New Tecumseth Township near Schomberg. Consists of 20 plus John Deere tractors, trucks, tillage and hay equipment.

HAMILTON BROS. • EST. 1874 • 705-466-2244

WILKINSON, Russell Garfield passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital in his 90th year. Russell, beloved husband of Marion Wilkinson of Creemore Loving father of Marty.

Will be forever cherished in the hearts of his grandchildren Kera Watters (Kevin), Stacey Francis (Richard) and Grant Wilkinson (Jessica Crocker) and his great grandchildren Mikayla Watters, Jacob Watters and Benjamin Wilkinson. Russell was an enthusiastic grandfather that always managed to have chocolate and ice cream available. Always took great pride in everything he did, especially the outside appearance of his home.

A popular member of the Creemore Curling Club, who also found time to volunteer as a reader at Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School when he wasn't playing Santa at the Creemore Santa Claus Parade. His sense of humour and winning smile will be missed by all that had the privilege of knowing him. As per Russell's wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service at the Creemore Legion on April 11, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Greater Simcoe County in Mr. Wilkinson's memory. Friends may visit Russell’s Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

IN MEMORIAM

severnauctions.wixsite.com/severn

Lumber • Plywood Trusses • Windows Roofing • Siding Fence Supplies • Culverts Cedar Posts • Railway Ties Fuel Delivery •Oil Furnaces Lawn & Garden Supplies “Nowhere... but close to everywhere.”

OBITUARY

MAGAZINE LOVERS - The Creemore Echo is seeking your suggestions for titles to stock our Newsstand. Contact us at 705-4669906, sara@creemore.com or pop by our office at 3 Caroline St. W. to share your ideas. NOW IN STOCK - Kinfolk, Bitch, Quill & Quire, The Walrus, Hello and National Geographic for Kids with more to arrive soon.

LOOKING FOR AN INDIVIDUAL TO CUT GRASS, trim on a regular bases and help with spring and fall clean up. All equipment supplied. Located in Duntroon. Call 705-444-9833.

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