June 12, 2020

The Creemore

ECHO

Friday, June 12, 2020 Vol. 20 No. 24

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News and views in and around Creemore

INSIDE THE ECHO

Newsstand Open

Newspaper doubles as stationer PAGE 2

Decoration Day

Cemetery gets new columbarium PAGE 3

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COVID-19 update: Outbreak declared at Creedan Valley

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Duntroon residents Esme Campbell, Suzanne Wesetvik and Roz St. Clair participate in the Black Lives Matter protest against racial discrimination that took over the streets of Collingwood Monday. More photos on page 7.

Changes required to open market Creemore Farmers' Market opens June 27 in brewery parking lot Although it will look a little different this summer, The Creemore Farmers’ Market will open on Saturday, June 27.

The market will be relocated to the Creemore Springs Brewery parking lot, and will encourage people to order online in advance, at www. openfoodnetwork.ca.

“This will also be available even when the market is closed or dealing with a future crisis. As we become more comfortable with our new way of shopping and the rules become more relaxed we will add the browsing capability to our physical market.

Please use patience, this will evolve,” said market manager Helen Martin.

The market will be located at Creemore Springs Brewery’s south parking lot on the corner of Mill and Edward, from 8:30 a.m. to noon.

(Parking will be on the street.) Pick-up of pre-paid or pre-ordered product is from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., and 10 a.m. to noon the market is open to people who have not pre-ordered. The only entry will be the gate on Mill Street.

The following public health protocols will be adhered to: • All vendors and customers must be free of illness.

• All vendors must be farmers, food producers, or essential services. Extra spacing is required between vendors.

• No ready-to-eat food will be available or allowed,

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Everyone entering the market must clean their hands and are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering.

(Vendors who will be in the heat for four hours will not be required to wear a mask.)

Foot traffic through the market will be regulated and must follow the flow of movement which will be explained.

“Thank you for your patience and support of our market,” said Martin.

“We are working hard to maintain the farm to table connection with local, fresh, less touched produce.”

Volunteers are required to make this possible. Contact Martin at creemoremarket@gmail.com.

by Trina Berlo Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Medical Officer of Health Dr. Charles Gardner says local cases of COVID-19 continue to decrease.

As of June 11, there are 511 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Simcoe Muskoka with 428 (85 per cent) having recovered.

He reported in his weekly media briefing that an outbreak has been declared at Creedan Valley Care Community in Creemore. At the time of the announcement on Tuesday one staff member had tested positive for COVID-19. It is regular practice to declare an outbreak at long-term care facilities even if there is only one case.

On Wednesday, Dr. Nicola Mercer, Medical Officer of Health for the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Health Unit, issued a class order requiring owners or operators of commercial establishments in the jurisdiction, including Mulmur, must wear a face covering in commercial establishments.

The order prohibits people from entering commercial establishments or remaining in the premises if they are not wearing a face covering, which must be worn inside the establishment at all times, unless it is reasonably required to temporarily remove it for services provided.

The rule does not apply to children under two, and people who cannot wear one for medical reasons, including those whose breathing is inhibited by a mask.

Businesses are also required to ensure the availability of alcohol-based hand rub at all entrances and exits for the use of all people entering or exiting the establishment.

As of June 11, Wellington-DufferinGuelph Health Unit has 413 confirmed COVID-19 cases, with the majority of those being in Dufferin County (172).

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, June 12, 2020

Extra, extra, ink and paper not just for the news

by Trina Berlo Part of The Creemore Echo’s plan to celebrate its 20th anniversary was to expand its retail into a boutique stationary store.

The pandemic put a hold on the opening of the new store, dubbed The Newsstand, originally scheduled for April 5, but the doors are now open, just with a not-so-grand opening.

Playing on the tradition of the newspaper, which has a long history in this community under various titles, The Newsstand is stocking all things paper and ink. The newspaper operates out of the same building that originally housed the large printing presses that produced Creemore’s first newspaper more than a century ago.

Owner and publisher Sara Hershoff, who is very involved in the local business community, wanted to add to the existing retail landscape and welcome more people to The Echo office.

In what Hershoff refers to as a UN of office supplies, there are pens from Germany and Switzerland, Italian scissors, notebooks from the United States, France, and Japan. In terms of specialty lines, The Newsstand carries Field Notes, Moleskin, Rhodia, Ola, Midori and Clairefontaine, to offer a range of prices and designs.

In addition to an enhanced selection of everyday office supplies and ink jet cartridges, The Newsstand will

have a full magazine rack, calligraphy supplies, gift wrap and greeting cards.

The hope is that the products will inspire people to capture their own ideas and tell their stories.

A catalyst for The Newsstand was when The Echo hosted paper artist Kathryn Allyn during last year’s Creemore Festival of the Arts.

Hershoff said she saw the office space transformed and how well Allyn’s work fit, in that they were connected through the common medium of paper.

“There are so many people who are working with paper and getting their ideas down,” said Hershoff.

She then brought in works by paper artist Liz Eakins, and cards

by Jordan Eveland. Penpots, mugs and ashtrays by potter Jenny Clair, notebook covers by Tribute Leather and Jim Harkness’ birds round out a supply of office accessories.

“The goal is to get more people through the doors so we can meet our community as it grows and changes,” said Hershoff. “It has been a lot of fun to work with the different artists and see the creativity and learn about how people like to tell their own stories and capture their own ideas.”

The Newsstand is located within The Creemore Echo office, at 3 Caroline St. W. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., also by chance and appointment.

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

The Newsstand honours the newspaper's long history in the village, adding stationery to revamp its retail space.

Weekly delivery of fresh produce and other delicious items is being coordinated by local volunteers.

The goal is to create a contact-free shopping opportunity and support Ontario farmers and producers while aiding with food security for all.

A FOOD PROGRAM THAT’S GOOD FOR EVERYONE BUY ONLINE

For a terrific selection of fresh food visit www.100KMfoods.com retail market. Purchase your food box and add ons Friday to Sunday online. Your food will be in Creemore the following Wednesday for pick up at St. Luke’s or delivery to your door.

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To help neighbours in need make a donation to St. Luke’s Anglican Church. Local clergy will use your offering to gift people in need with a food box or gift cards for local grocers, retailers and restaurants. To make a tax-receipted donation visit www.creemore.com for a paypal link or mail a cheque to St. Luke’s at 22 Caroline St. W. L0M 1G0

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Decoration Day supports community cemetery

by Trina Berlo Creemore Union Cemetery is taking a different approach to Decoration Day this year.

Due to the pandemic, the timehonoured tradition will take place in a drive-through format on June 21.

Board members felt it was important to find a way to hold the event under the current circumstances because it is their only annual fundraiser.

Although many cemeteries have been turned over to municipalities, Creemore Union Cemetery is still managed by volunteers, and funds are raised for the continuous maintenance and upkeep.

The Creemore cemetery was established in the early 1850s, when the village’s founder Edward Webster chose the spot to bury his first wife.

According to The Creemore Star archive, former editor CB Smith writes, Webster donated the land in 1855 for an Anglican Church, to be named St. Luke’s. The grounds around the church were consecrated as a burial ground.

Later, in 1894, the Anglican Church invited other denominations of churches that had established in Creemore – Baptist, Methodist and Presbyterian – to join in the formation of a union cemetery.

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

A columbarium is delivered to Creemore Union Cemetery Tuesday.

“In 1921, the Rev. JH Colclough, who was then chairman, realized that a system of perpetual upkeep of all plots would be a wise procedure,” wrote Smith. “Until that date every family who had a plot in the cemetery was responsible for caring for their plot.

The result was that many plots were not maintained because the respective

owners had all died off or had moved away.”

Colclough started the annual Decoration Day. Traditionally, it is held on Father's Day and is coupled with a memorial service, with the offerings going toward upkeep.

Because there is no service this year, there will be a collection box at the

entrance of the cemetery to collect the offerings. Greeters will be on site from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

While visiting the cemetery, people will have the chance to see the new columbarium, which was delivered Tuesday. The monument has 48 niches, which can accommodate two urns in each. It has been installed in the cremation plot, toward the back.

The decision was made to purchase the columbarium because cremation continues to grow in popularity and there have been requests for the alternative method of containing ashes.

Cemetery caretaker Bob Stephenson said when he took on the job in 1998, there were no cremations locally and now it’s about 50 per cent.

During the event, participants are asked to observe physical distancing guidelines.

People are also welcome to drive through the cemetery at other times and send donations by mail to: Creemore Union Cemetery c/o Irma Flack, secretary, 3499 Concession 5 South, RR#1 Creemore, Ont. L0M 1G0.

E-mail Creemore.cemetery@gmail. com.

Creemore Union Cemetery is located at 99 Collingwood St.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, June 12, 2020

OPINION EDITORIAL Thank you!

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THE WAY WE WERE

As we progress through our annual subscription drive, we want to express our sincere gratitude, not only for the financial support readers have been showing us, but also for the kind words of support.

We are always open to feedback, both positive and negative, but lately we have been hearing from readers that they look forward to their weekly newspaper more than ever, because it makes them feel connected to their community at a time when they can't be out and about the way they normally would. We too have been grateful to have our jobs here at The Echo, for that same reason and we want you to know that appreciation goes both ways.

Again this week, we would like to express our gratitude to those who have given us a little extra boost:

Patrons Kate and Rowlie Fleming Peggy Hutchison Marg and Ernie Purkis Victoria Winter Diane Perry and D.J. Wiley Meg and Greg Young

Champions Brian and Lynn Bell Liz Eakins and James Bruer Laurie Copeland and Corey Finkelstein Doug Goodall and Susan Tremblay Bob and Gail Farquharson Hugh and Emelia Franks Tracey Lawko and & Peter Blaiklock Scott LeBlanc and Brenda Lapell Hugh and Becky McLachlin Angela Mcmonagle Jeanette and Russell Poste Laurie and Ellie Pattillo Jenny and Gavin Ross Rolf and Wendy Schellenberg Judy Simmonds Daniel Watkin Marilyn Wright Jeremy and Carol Ray Rosemary Bolitho and Linda McBurney Catherine and Gord Fuller Laurie & Ellie Pattillo Bill & Isobel McDougall Dale and Michael Gee Julie and Tom Wilson of Nottawasaga Daylilies Jim and Lisa Houston Bob and Erica Armstrong Basil Guinane and Cecily Ross

Boosters Joan and Dr. Bill Crysdale Shanda Deziel Sherri Jackson and Glenn Hoag John and Evelyn Knappett

In 2000-2001, while transitioning to its current incarnation, The Creemore Echo published The Weekly Planner which was printed on regular paper and sent out by mail to homes in the area.

Focus on job creation, not job constraint Editor: I wanted to comment on your article about the Official Plan and Matt Playne’s business, AutoSolve.

First, Matt is a first class mechanic who has helped me several times with my idiosyncratic and ancient automobile.

He understands client service as well as automobiles.

Perhaps it has passed by the planning department in Clearview, but this new world of post-COVID-19 is going to require a much more flexible attitude to almost all regulation, including zoning.

Matt has a good and growing business and should

not have to spend his time and money on nonsense like this.

His business is located on an old waste facility – what else do you think is going to go in there?

And with respect to the glowing image of residential going in all around Matt, have a look at the Alliance property to see how long it can take for development to happen.

So leave Matt alone. Go think about how you can add to jobs in the area, not constrain them.

Alan Hibben, Mulmur.

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With hall closed, Singhampton engages in other ways Singhampton News

Because Singhampton Community Centre can’t open its doors to the public, volunteers have pivoted to find other ways to connect with the community.

One significant casualty of the pandemic was the annual Ramp Romp, which is the main fundraiser for the community-owned and managed hall. Instead, volunteers are organizing other fundraisers and outreach.

The draw has been made in the first of two raffles, with one of the prizes being pickled leeks, and a dog play area has been created at the park.

Volunteers are also asking people to support the hall and the park by

purchasing a memorial plaque at the hall ($125 per plaque, includes two names) or an 1856 Singhampton map ($90 plaqued).

A virtual silent auction is being planned for next month when items will be displayed in the windows of Mylar and Loreta’s restaurant.

Donations are welcome until the end of the month, but items must be larger than a breadbox for easy visibility.

Contact Brad Bremner at 705-441-5439 or e-mail tallsmallhallsinghampton@gmail. com. Find Singhampton Community Centre on Facebook.

Note from Helen Blackburn: I hope you still have last week’s edition of The Creemore Echo. Please look at the fine picture of Creemore’s First Band and you will see Joe Leonard, the boy with the drum, front centre. He

was about 12 or 13 in the photo. He wrote the story, if I may make a guess, at age 60.

Do we have another Creemore Band in the making? I wouldn’t be surprised if we do.

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We appreciate submissions for our They Way We Were feature. Bring in your old photos and we will scan them and get right back to you. We also accept submissions by e-mail to editor@creemore.com. Thank you.

This is one of three temporary ball field gates installed at the ballpark in Singhampton to create a dog play area. They were built and installed by Josh Harpley and Brad Bremner at the request of Mark and Catherine Crews. The raw materials were donated by Mark Squires.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, June 12, 2020

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Hundreds of protesters in face coverings, hoisting signs, and chanting slogans in support of Black Lives Matter, took to the streets in Collingwood on Monday afternoon as global protests continue after the death of George Floyd who was killed by Minneapolis police on May 25.

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ETFO members begin province-wide strikes

by Trina Berlo Creemore educators joined their New Lowell colleagues on the picket line once again this week during two strike days that impacted local schools.

Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) members were on strike Wednesday during a rotating strike, and Thursday for a province-wide strike when all 83,000 members were on the picket lines.

Across the province, almost one million students were affected by the strikes. In Creemore, parents had to make alternative arrangements for childcare. Clearview Community Church was able to pull off a Strike 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 rotating walkout for Simcoe County schools on Thursday, Feb. 13. If parties return to the bargaining table, and a tentative agreement is reached, returning educators to the classroom, those schools would open.

ETFO president Sam Hammond said after three days of central bargaining talks, a deal had been within reach last Friday, until in the eleventh hour, the government abruptly tabled impossible options that ended talks.

“ETFO, school board associations and the government were close to an agreement on Friday that would have been good for students, educators and public education. It would have ensured stability in public elementary schools this week,” said Hammond. “Then, late that day, the government’s negotiators changed course and tabled impossible options they knew ETFO could not accept.”

“I want to set the record straight,” continued Hammond. “Unlike the Minister of Education, I was at the bargaining table last week so I know what was discussed. Despite what Minister [Stephen] Lecce is claiming, salary was not addressed during those negotiations, and government negotiators did not sign

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Kindergarten registration is open for Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) elementary schools.

Children turning four in 2020 are eligible to start school in September.

The registration process can be initiated on the registration page on the SCDSB website, and is then completed at the child’s school. If unsure, parents and guardians can use the home school locator tool to find their local public elementary school.

For more information on registration and required documents, visit www.scdsb.on.ca/elementary/ planning_for_school/kindergarten or call the local school.

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Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School staff joined forces with New Lowell Central Public School this week for two days on the picket line. a letter of commitment to maintain the Kindergarten model.”

ETFO said the issues were around special education funding, which remained less than half the priority, and special education funding negotiated in 2017.

Hammond said in a press conference Tuesday that the union is defending its most vulnerable students.

“An agreement was also within reach on maintaining a long-standing regulation that ensures fair and transparent hiring processes for teachers.

Government negotiators then introduced demands for major concessions around fair hiring,” said Hammond.

Lecce said in a Jan. 31 statement, “Over the past few days, the government has further demonstrated our focus on keeping kids in class through a

voluntary agreement. As part of that commitment, and to further underscore my public statements, we have affirmed in writing that we will be maintaining Ontario’s world-class kindergarten program.”

“I have long said that compensation, pay, and benefits, remain a top priority for teachers’ union leaders, and that remains true today... The government has continued to signal reasonableness on issues from special education supports to efforts to counter violence in schools. Yet, the teachers’ union leadership push for compensation that comes with a substantial cost to the taxpayer,” said Lecce.

“While the mediator has called off discussions for now, the government stands ready to meet at any time, to reach a deal that keeps students in class.”

Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts' Robert G. Kemp Arts Award Committee is seeking proposals for a project that benefits the community.

The award winner will receive a $5,000 cash prize.

The award was created in 1989 to encourage and recognize an individual or group residing in the South Georgian Bay area, which includes Collingwood, Creemore, Town of Blue Mountains, Stayner, Thornbury, Meaford and Wasaga Beach. It also includes the Townships of Clearview, Osprey, Sunnidale and St. Vincent Euphrasia.

The deadline for submission of applications is March 25 at 5 p.m.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, June 12, 2020

Increased COVID-19 testing now available

The Ministry of Health has given assessment centres the green light to increase COVID-19 testing to anyone who wishes to be tested.

To help enable increased access to routine symptomatic testing, people will no longer need a referral to go to any of the assessment centres across Ontario.

This new, expanded testing plan will provide valuable information about the spread of the virus in different communities across the province and help to better protect vulnerable populations and all Ontarians.

In South Georgian Bay, the assessment centre is located in the parking lot at 186 Erie Street, the medical centre directly behind the Hospital, hosted by the Georgian Bay Family Health Team (GBFHT).

The centre is a drive-through tent, but appointments must be booked in advance. Please visit www.gbfht.ca/cac to access the wait list or call 705-444-5885 to book a time to be seen. At present, the centre is open from Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

“We are prioritizing symptomatic and identified high priority groups, but have the capacity to see all-comers within a short timeline. Making an appointment ensures a patient-centered experience where you will be seen at a scheduled time, rather than waiting in long line ups. Appointments also ensure we can adjust the schedule to meet the demand,” said GBFHT executive director Marie LaRose.

As noted by the government, as Ontario exits the epidemic peak and gradually reopens the province, the focus is shifting to enhance the testing approach for Ontarians.

Testing has been a critical part of understanding and following the transmission patterns of the virus.

There are many things the general public can do to protect themselves from COVID-19 on a daily basis, including washing their hands often and thoroughly, maintaining physical distancing, and wearing a mask in public whenever physical distancing is a challenge.

Together, these actions are helping to keep individuals and families safe and healthy.

Partners plan for tourism recovery

by Trina Berlo Clearview council has agreed to support the South Georgian Bay Tourism’s Regional Recovery and Resiliency Plan with a $7,000 contribution.

The organization is asking for equal contributions from Collingwood, Blue Mountains, Wasaga Beach and Meaford, for a total of $35,000, plus an additional $13,800 from RTO7.

The plan is to take a cross-border approach to bringing tourists back to the region, once travel restrictions are lifted, as a strategy for economic recovery and job security.

“We want to make sure that our tourism industry survives this pandemic, that when the season is right we will be welcoming visitors back. In order to do that we need to ensure that our own local economy and local residents are still supporting businesses,” Amanda Murray told councillors during the June 8 meeting.

Due to the pandemic, SGBTA has reevaluated the annual short-term marketing and education plan for

2020 and shifted to creating a regional approach for recovery to support the tourism industry.

“We have a lot to offer in Clearview Township which is why I think it’s so valuable that our contribution is at that $7,000 and that we can help protect and preserve the visitor economy, not only for Clearview but for the rest of south Georgian Bay…,” said Murray.

“In the tourism industry right now there is a lot of support given to businesses and rightfully so but unfortunately there has been a lack of direct financial support for destination marketing organizations such as ourselves and this partnership amongst the five municipalities with RTO7 is a step in the right direction.”

The plan takes a digital approach with video, hiring influencers, signage, as well as working with business organizations in respective communities.

“No doubt we are a partner and we need to be there,” said Mayor Doug Measures in support of the expenditure.

Patios allowed to expand Phase two of re-opening also includes salons, daycare

by Trina Berlo The region is entering Phase 2 of the government’s plan to reopen the province Effective Friday, June 12 at 12:01 a.m. a number of workplaces will be allowed to open, as long as they can limit numbers and maintain physical distancing.

All places of worship in Ontario will also be permitted to open with attendance limited to no more than 30 per cent of the building capacity to ensure the safety of worshippers.

The list includes select personal and personal care services with the proper health and safety measures

in place, including barber shops and hair salons, Beaches, outdoor splash pads and swimming pools, child care and summer camps.

Outdoor dine-in services at restaurants, bars and other establishments, including patios, curbside, parking lots and adjacent properties. The Ontario government will allow licensed restaurants and bars to temporarily extend outdoor patio spaces.

According to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, licensed establishments must ensure they have municipal approval and meet all other applicable requirements.

Township staff said it is working with the Creemore BIA and other members of the Clearview business community in order to establish a process for patio expansion approval.

Council calls it on 2020 Small Halls Festival Added to the many disappointments caused by the pandemic, Clearview Township has decided to cancel the Small Halls Festival.

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The $25,000 earmarked for the 2020 festival will be transferred to next year’s budget.

“There have been festivals that have shifted towards a digital or virtual platform, we just believe that our brand promise is providing an award-winning festival that really showcases the halls and the best experience is to actually have those doors open,” said Amanda Murray during the June 8 council meeting.

She said a decision needed to be made because this is crunch time in the festival world when grants, sponsorships, ticket sale strategy need to be confirmed.

“At this point we just can’t guarantee the health of our partners or the guests that are coming into our township. It is a really difficult decision. It’s certainly the first time I’ve had to recommend cancelling an event due to a pandemic and hopefully it’s the last time,” said Murray.

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High winds due to a severe thunderstorm took down trees in Avening on Wednesday evening. Left: a downed tree blocks the laneway into Carruthers Memorial Conservation Area. Right: Clearview Fire and Emergency Department responds to clear a downed tree blocking the southbound lane of Airport Road.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, June 12, 2020

Catholic high school renamed Our Lady of the Bay

After a strange twist of events, the Catholic high school in Collingwood will be able to change its name to Our Lady of the Bay Catholic High School.

The school community at Jean Vanier Catholic High School set out to change the school’s name when it came to light that Vanier was found to have assaulted at least six women over the course of several decades.

The effort was derailed when Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board trustees voted against the name, Our Lady of the Bay Catholic High School, which was decided on during two votes. Trustees then turned the power to confirm the name back to staff.

A June 10 news release said, the tragic news about Jean Vanier became public in February and deeply impacted the school community. The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board provided counselling and support, discontinued the wearing of school uniforms bearing Vanier’s name and initiated a number of

committees to work on a path forward, including one tasked with renaming the school.

“Our Lady of the Bay has great meaning for the Catholic community in Collingwood – the name honours Mary, the Mother of Jesus and pays tribute to the significance of the “Bay” in the Collingwood community,” said Joe Zerdin, Board Chair. “It honours First Nations peoples and the immense ecological significance of Georgian Bay both historically and today. It also makes a meaningful connection with St. Mary’s Church and St. Mary’s Catholic Elementary School, also named in honour of Jesus’ mother.”

“I am so incredibly pleased that this school now has a new name so that they may continue the healing process and build a new identity, while still honouring the tremendous accomplishments of all students, staff, and families who have been involved with this strong, faith-filled Catholic school since it opened” said Brian Beal, Director of Education.

Baseball season cancelled The Executive of the North Dufferin Baseball League has announced the cancellation of all league competition in the League for the 2020 season, including senior and junior division play.

In a statement, officials said, the league has a responsibility to help protect the health of our players, coaches, umpires, spectators and their families.

“It is also evident the restrictions and logistics of operating a competitive and meaningful season are no longer favourable to our member clubs.

However, the executive will consider

allowing practices and exhibition games us ing B as eball Ontario guidelines and insurance coverage when it is permitted by Baseball Ontario,” said officials.

“We understand our member clubs and players will be disappointed not playing the sport we love, however, it is the right time to make this decision to allow for our players and families to plan other activities as restrictions begin to be lifted.”

“We continue to wish all members good health and look forward to playing with our friends and teammates on the diamond next season.”

Tay man arrested for assault with a baseball bat On June 4, 2020, at 6:09 a.m., members of Huronia West OPP responded to a report of an assault that occurred in the village of Stayner, in Clearview Township.

The suspect had attended an address on Highway 26 and struck the victim with a baseball bat before fleeing the scene on a bicycle.

Shortly after the call was made, an officer located the suspect nearby the residence.

The suspect was arrested without incident.

As a result of the investigation, William Hendry, 45, from Tay To w n s h i p , w a s c h a r g e d w i t h trespassing at night, uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm, assault with a weapon, and assault causing bodily harm.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on Sept. 29.

The involved parties were known to each other. This was an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety.

Take a selfie of your tick to prevent Lyme disease The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is encouraging local residents to use a free app to help identify ticks, offering an easy way for people to determine if the tick they have found is a blacklegged tick (Ixodes scapularis).

The app, eTick.ca, is a photobased identification platform that can identify the species of tick quickly and accurately. If a blacklegged (Ixodes scapularis) tick is identified people should contact their health care provider.

Due to COVID-19 physical distancing measures, the health unit

is no longer accepting submission of ticks. If you are unable to use eTick, your health care provider may submit the tick to the Public Health Ontario Laboratory for identification and subsequent bacterial testing by the National Microbiology Laboratory, however this process can be lengthy.

For more information on protecting yourself and your family from ticks and Lyme disease, see the health unit’s website at www.simcoemuskokahealth. org, or call Health Connection at 705-721-7520 or 1-877-7217520 weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Creemore, as Remembered by Gerry Blackburn is back in stock at The Creemore Echo, 3 Caroline St. W. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Call ahead if you prefer curbside pick-up, 705-466-9906.

EVENTS

CREEMORE UNION CEMETERY invites the public to participate in a DECORATION DAY DRIVE-THROUGH on June 21. There will be no service or gathering. The cemetery committee is encouraging people to observe physical distancing guidelines.

Greeters will be available to accept donations from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Donations mat also be sent by mail to Creemore Union Cemetery c/o Irma Flack, secretary (705-466-5205) 3499 Concession 5 South RR#1 Creemore, ON.

CANCELLATIONS

LAVENDER CEMETERY ANNUAL SERVICE 2020 - Due to the COVID-19 restrictions and concern for public health, there will be a change in this year’s format.

Families and friends of plot holders are welcome on Sunday, June 28, anytime between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., to drop off flowers and revisit the memories of lives now past. There will be no service. Donations can be sent to the treasurer by mail at the address below. Cheques payable to “Lavender Cemetery.”

Lynn Wilkinson 827339 Mulmur Nott. Twl. Creemore, ON L0M 1G0 Please be respectful of everyone and keep social distancing. The public may also visit the cemetery at any time, on any other day.

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Two long years - June 13, 2018. The Trott Family and Keith Brown.

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SPRING CORE LAWN AERATION removes small cores of soil from your lawn, allowing water, oxygen, and nutrients to reach the root system. Rate for average size lawn is approximately $45. To refresh your lawn, text/call Martin at 705-7160549 or Email mnwoodward23@ gmail.com.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, June 12, 2020 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

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Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.

Notice - COVID-19 Impacts on Municipal Services

To minimize the spread of this virus ALL Township of Clearview facilities including the Administration Office remain CLOSED to the public until further notice.

Services Available Online & By Phone

Clearview Township remains committed to serving the community and will continue to offer services online at www.clearview.ca or via telephone at 705.428.6230.

Please visit our staff directory online, www.clearview.ca/staff-directory for staff contact information.

Building Permits & Inspection Updates

Building Permits are being accepted by email and through the Administration Centre drop box. Payments for building permit fees, development charges and compliance letters are being accepted by cheque only.

Building inspections are operating at a reduced level of service. Strict safe work practices and physical distancing measures are in place for unoccupied buildings. A Remote Video Inspection program allows certain construction to be inspected in occupied spaces at a pre-scheduled time via live video chat through Facetime. For details please visit www. clearview.ca/covid19

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Clearview Library Curbside Service

The Creemore and New Lowell Branches of the Library are offering Curbside service for pick up and drop off Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The Stayner Branch will remain closed until the move to the new facility at 269 Regina Street is complete.

Clearview Parks Re-opening Safely

Clearview Parks and the Clearview Dog Park are open to the public for non-team sports activities, while playground equipment, washrooms and changerooms remain closed.

Residents are encouraged to enjoy the fresh air responsibly by staying home if unwell, maintaining physical distancing of at least 2 meters from members outside of your household and washing your hands regularly.

Tax Installment Due Dates for 2020 & Tax Penalties, Interest Waived

Tax installment due dates for 2020 are June 25th, September 24th and November 26th and penalties and interest on overdue Tax accounts have been waived beginning with the March 2020 billing cycle and lasting until the COVID – 19 Response is over.

Clearview services such as viewing your property tax and utility accounts, paying your property tax bill, water bill and sewer bill, or purchasing burn permits can all be done online at, www.clearview.ca/pay-register-apply/ online-payments. A drop box is also available at the front doors of the Clearview Administration Centre located at 217 Gideon Street in Stayner where cheques can be dropped off.

Water & Sewer Account Penalties Waived

Penalties on overdue Water and Sewer Accounts have been waived beginning with the March 2020 billing cycle and lasting until the COVID – 19 Response is over.

Public Transit Service Impacts

Temporary changes have been made to the Clearview Public Transit system:

Route 1, Stayner

Will operate on Sunday hours of 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM seven days a week & transit fares will be waived until further notice.

Route 2, Creemore

Is discontinued temporarily until further notice.

Stay Informed During the Pandemic

As the COVID-19 Pandemic continues all further service delivery announcements will be communicated through the township website, www.clearview.ca and on Twitter, @Clearview_twp. Subscribe to notifications on the Township’s homepage to stay up to date as more information becomes available.

217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

www.clearview.ca

Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.

Surplus Property For Sale 9030 County Road 91

The Township of Clearview has

declared 9030 County Road 91 surplus to its needs. An appraisal has been conducted and Council will not consider any offers lower than the appraised value of the land being $4500.00. A copy of the appraisal can be provided upon request. The purchaser will be responsible for all legal (both vendor and purchaser costs) and appraisal costs in addition to the land offer price accepted

by Council resolution.

Please note, this property does not meet the absolute minimum development standards required by the Township’s Zoning By-law 0654. Under the current restrictions, a building permit cannot be obtained for this property. Council will consider the sale of this land at its July 27, 2020 council meeting.

All offers must be received electronically by Friday, July 10, 2020 at 4 p.m.

To obtain further information or to submit an offer, please visit www.clearview.ca/land-sale

Pamela Fettes, Clerk Township of Clearview pfettes@clearview.ca (705) 428 – 6230 ext. 224