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Creemore residents continues long-time Walk for Alzheimer's campaign Matthew Vorstermans is continuing his Alzheimer fundraising efforts and will be participating in the second-ever virtual broadcast on Sunday, May 30.

He is hoping to collect $5,450 but just like last year, due to safety protocols, he will not be going around to collect donations in person. You can assist by either mailing him a cheque or following these easy steps to contribute online: Google Walk for Alzheimer’s 2021 Simcoe County; choose home-IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s; click “sponsor a walker” at the top of the page; type in Matthew Vorstermans; click on where it’s highlighted and underlined, and you’ll be taken to his personal page.

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James and Gray Bruer install a collage of artwork created by NCPS students at the Village Green.

Students show vision for Village Green

by Trina Berlo With construction paused at the Village Green site there was concern within the Creemore Community Foundation that the project had lost visibility, said member Bill Mann, who began looking for ways to build enthusiasm through the winter and spring.

Mann was tasked with coming up with outreach projects, in consultation with others in the community.

“One of the things we concluded was that people who were going to have the most use of the Village Green over time will be the folks who are currently children and we really hadn’t, as an organization, involved younger folks in any of the deliberations around the Village Green,” said Mann.

Hoping to tap into the imaginations of local children, an invitation went out to Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School (NCPS) to participate in an art project challenging them to create a drawing or piece of artwork showing how they might use the park or what

they would like to see and do there.

“I enthusiastically agree that this would be a great initiative our school would enjoy being involved in and I presented it to the staff and student body as a school-wide art project for the month of February,” said NCPS principal Mark McCain… “I was immediately met with curiosity and excitement. Our students were very excited to create something that reminded the community that we were still here and working hard during this unusual time.”

With the whole school on board, 240 individual drawings were completed to form parts of a large installation.

Each student was supplied an eightby-eight inch piece of paper which, once completed, were then scanned and printed on weather resistant material and have since been artfully installed on the hoarding around the construction site

by James Bruer, Liz Eakins and their son Gray. The work is arranged in class groupings to spell out ‘Creemore.’

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Mann said he is encouraged by the excitement about the project, as it hopefully indicated that the goal of engaging both youth and their parents has been achieved.

“The result was worth all the effort that was put into it,” said Mann.

The pandemic has delayed construction of the new park space, mainly due to delivery of goods and services, said Creemore Community Foundation member Stuart Lazier.

He said everything is going well but it is taking longer and therefore timelines have changed, and costs are higher.

The park will not be done in time for summer, but hopefully by late August or early September, said Lazier, which means that Christmas is the earliest there may be planned events in the space and that the grand opening is pushed back to spring.

Legion serves chicken and rib take-out June 10 is the deadline to place an order for the Chicken & Rib Take-Out Dinner being prepared by Creemore Legion on June 17 The dinner includes chicken leg and ribs, corn, baked potato, bun and butter, with strawberry rhubarb pie for dessert, all for $20 per person.

Call 705-466-2330 to order and schedule pick-up time between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Bring exact change.

Masks must be worn and social distancing is in effect.

Stayner Garden Club plant sale June 5 The Stayner Garden Club is holding a Plant Sale in the parking lot at the Stayner Arena on Saturday, June 5.

The club is promising a great selection of perennials.

The sale is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., or until supplies last.

The Stayner Arena is located at 269 Regina St. Covid-19 protocols will be in place, including masks and physical distancing.

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Health Unit supports back-to-school, re-opening

by Trina Berlo An increase in the number of people who are eligible for COVID-19 vaccines and a steady reduction in cases has helped Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit feel more prepared for a re-opening of the economy and a return to school.

“We continue to move in the right direction,” said medical officer of health Dr. Charles Gardner.

So far, 59 per cent of adults in the region have received a first dose

of vaccine and with youth 12-17 recently given the go-ahead for the Pfizer vaccine, that percentage is on the rise.

As of Wednesday more than 2,000 of those youth had received their first jab, with an additional 9,000 having booked an appointment. Gardner said, as per provincial direction, there is now a push to prioritize those youth and their adult family members who have not been vaccinated.

He encourages youth to be educated

about the vaccines and be involved in the decision making process in order to be able to give informed consent.

“I would certainly encourage all people who are eligible to book and receive immunization,” said Gardner. “We’ve got excellent uptake. This certainly bodes well for us, if it continues, to achieve herd immunity… to avoid a fourth wave.”

For these reasons, Gardner said he supports a return to in-person learning for the limited amount of

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time remaining in the school year, saying that transmission was never very high within schools and that the benefits outweigh the risks.

“We feel ready and we feel it’s important that children need to return to school,” he said.

For those who received AstraZeneca as their first dose, there will be an opportunity to get a second dose, tapping into existing provincial supplies. Gardner said other options for second doses may be forthcoming.

Second dose appointments available for those immunized prior to March 17 Anyone who received their first COVID-19 immunization at one of the health unit’s community clinics prior to March 17 and does not have a second dose appointment can now book their second dose appointment on the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit website.

This system is only for those who received their first immunization

prior to March 17 and did not have a second dose appointment. Those who received their first dose after March 17 and don’t have a second dose appointment need to wait until the provincial system allows second doses booking. If the system has not been updated, SMDHU will email those eligible with instructions.

Those who originally booked

G&M Hospital resumes non-urgent surgeries, procedures As new COVID cases, hospitalizations and ICU admissions have begun trending downward, Ontario Health has given the green light to gradually and cautiously begin ramping-up non-emergent and non-urgent surgeries and procedures.

Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH) has resumed two operating rooms, for the resumption of outpatient and day surgeries, which don’t require an inpatient bed. This will ensure CGMH and all hospital’s across Ontario can continue to respond to an increase in COVID patients and patient transfers.

By May 31, CGMH will resume all operating room procedures and endoscopies, for outpatient and day surgeries. Ontario Health will provide the green light on when surgeries with inpatient admissions can begin, based on its gradual ramp up plan.

Ontario ramped down all elective surgeries and non-emergent/urgent

activities on April 12 in order to preserve critical care and human resource capacity across the province.

At CGMH, this accounted for just under 500 cancelled surgeries over the ramp down.

“This has understandably been an extremely challenging time for patients and families who have endured many cancellations.

Surgeon’s offices and the hospital are working as quickly as possible to reschedule surgeries and clinic appointments, in a safe way, while continuing to maintain capacity levels which would allow us to continue to care for and accept COVID patient transfers,” said Norah Holder, CGMH president and CEO. Physicians and surgeons’ offices have begun contacting patients to advise of new surgery dates, and the hospital will be following up with all impacted outpatient, DI and ambulatory care clinics.

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Erika Ehrenreich is the Behaviour Specialist at the Georgian Triangle Humane Society.

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Happy official spring! As the weather Hof! The practice of cold showering warms and we hopefully see more or taking cold plunges is so immensely sunshine, I wanted to chat about the good for your body. It stimulates blood importance of changing your wellness flow and toxin removal, boosts immune routines with the seasons. This seemed system, improves concentration and like a very, very long winter. mental well-being. It takes some getting The constant lockdowns and cold used to, but start with 1 minute hot, Kate weather had my mental and physical followed by 20-30 seconds of cold and HUNTER health yearning for warmer, sunnier rotate this 3-4 times. Always end on cold days. Now that they are here, these are my as it’s a natural stimulant for energy. recommendations to shake off the cobwebs and Dry brushing: This ancient practice of lymphatic facilitate optimal wellness this spring. drainage is so powerful at helping your body Introduce a gentle cleanse: I actually dislike the detoxify. There are dry brushes of varying strengths word cleanse because it usually means removing to choose from and you would brush your body items from your diet or lifestyle. Instead, I want (towards your groin and armpits) 3-4 times per to encourage adding elements that help the body week. Added benefits include reduced appearance detoxify. of cellulite, varicose veins, skin discolouration and • Three glasses of warm water per day to help the fine lines. I also dry brush my face every morning to liver eliminate toxins. help the skin cells turn over and rejuvenate equals • Increase movement - this frees toxicity from the fresher complexion! fat tissue and gets it into circulation for the liver to Add a sponge to your water: A sponge means process and excrete. an element that is capable of binding toxins in the • Add foods that stimulate detoxification processes blood. A common one is Vitamin C, but there are by supporting the liver, kidneys and colon like many other specific ones that help bind and detoxify lemon, ginger, black pepper and turmeric. like chlorella, spirulina, algae and kelp. Adding a Cold showers or plunges: Yes, I mean like Wim (See “Guided” on page 5) HEALTH MATTERS

by Erika Ehrenreich Whether you are a first-time dog owner newly educated in dog training, or have experienced the joy of owning a dog before, you will likely find that your dog displays some common behaviour issues. Some of the most common issues are pulling on leash, chewing on inappropriate items, and not coming when being called.

Below we explore how to curb and work on these behaviours.

Pulling on leash & loose leash walking: Find out what currency your dog will work for. (This can be food, toys, or praise.) Once this is determined, you can use that to reward them during your training.

Sniffing and exploring the environment is very enriching for your dog and should always be allowed.

However, having them pull you towards said interesting smell or stimulus is undesired. To correct this behaviour, we use loose leash walking.

If your dog pulls ahead and reaches the end of their leash, stop walking. You must wait for them to return within a distance that allows the leash to become slack.

Once completed, reward them and continue your walk.

Practice loose leash walking in low distracted areas before going on to more exciting and stimulating areas.

Inappropriate chewing: Chewing is a normal dog behaviour, so it is very important that we teach our dogs, in a gentle manner, what is and is not appropriate to chew on. To help our dogs distinguish what we are asking of them: • Dog Proof your home - put away items that you do not want them to chew on; • Confine your dog if you are unable to supervise them; • Give your dog plenty of appropriate toy options to chew on and pay attention to toys that they really enjoy; • If your dog is chewing on off-limits items, do not punish. Instead, give them an item that is appropriate to chew on as a trade-off; • Reward with a treat or praise for chewing on appropriate items.

Recall: Recall is an important and highly beneficial skill to teach your dog. Sharp recall skills are invaluable in emergency situations when you need your dog to come to you. Recall training also provides your dog with more freedom. Here are some tips and tricks to training recall: Start with training recall in a low distraction area, such as inside your home. When your dog is reliably coming to you 95 per cent of the time, slowly increase distractions by practicing outdoors.

It is important that you do not repeat your cue word for recall (come). Only say the cue once and if your dog does not respond the first time make yourself the most interesting thing to them. You can do this by making kissing noises or slapping your thighs to encourage them towards you.

Avoid asking your dog to come when they are less likely to do so.

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Clearview Public Library awarded Guided meditations to Resilient Communities Fund Grant help recalibrate nervous system (Continued from page 4) small spoon of these to your water in powder form or taking in capsule form will help your body’s natural filtration system.

The Calm App: I am the first one to push this away as I am in that group of people that feel “too busy.”

But, I did a (distanced) meditation with a girlfriend the other day and it massively improved my day. There are amazing ones on the Calm App that are just 10 minutes long of guided reflection that will help your nervous system recalibrate. This is the most beneficial thing that we can all do for our body’s at this time, teach it that it’s safe and not in ‘fight or flight’. Just 10 minutes in the morning...you can do it!

Kate Hunter is a Naturopathic Doctor who practices in Creemore, and is the owner of The Creemore Apothecary wellness boutique.

The Clearview Public Library will receive a $14,000 grant courtesy of the Ontario Trillium Fund’s (OTF) Resilient Communities Fund. The grant will support improvements in programming necessary to serve the community during the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.

The OTF Resilient Communities Fund was created to support the nonprofit sector in Ontario to effectively meet the needs of their communities

as they recover and rebuild from the impacts of COVID-19.

Since March of 2020, the Clearview Public Library has adapted its programming to serve residents with curbside service and through the creation of over 20 virtual programs and services. The grant will be used to equip library staff with technology, such as laptops, to maintain and improve the quality and efficiency of those virtual

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services along with the purchase of a wireless microphone and pillow markers to facilitate physically distanced programs once in-person service is allowed to resume.

The library continues to provide curbside service at all branches. For more information about curbside service and the Clearview Public Library’s virtual programming please visit www.clearview.library. on.ca.

Trish Rawn named Executive Director at Hospice Georgian Triangle Hospice Georgian Triangle is pleased to announce that Trish Rawn is now the executive director of Hospice Georgian Triangle.

Rawn joined Hospice Georgian Triangle in July 2019 as interim executive director. She has an extensive background with 20 years experience in palliative care and more than 25 years in healthcare in the

Collingwood area.

“Trish has consistently displayed qualities of empathy, strength, listening to others, thoughtfulness and has led by example, especially during the global pandemic. The Hospice Georgian Triangle Board is grateful for her contributions,” said board chair Karen Sweet. “Trish’s continued leadership ensures that at

Hospice Georgian Triangle, the values of dignity and respect are bestowed on everyone under hospice’s care until their last breath. Please join me in extending congratulations to Trish.”

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Terry Fox Run seeks community organizer

by Trina Berlo The Terry Fox Foundation is looking for someone to host the local virtual Terry Fox Run in September.

In recent years the event has been organized

by Keddy Williams, who is stepping aside but is happy to consult with anyone willing to take it on.

“With all honesty, though, I do not feel it makes sense for me to be organizing this run. I love Creemore, yet it is really not my true community…

I feel someone connected to your special town much more suited to organizing the run,” said Williams.

Keddy said it is not a big commitment to organize the event and she has many resources that she can share to make the transition easy.

The Terry Fox Run is always held on the second Sunday after Labour Day, on the anniversary of the Marathon of Hope, during which Terry Fox ran close to a marathon a day for 143 days.

The 2021 event will not be in person, but participants are encouraged to run wherever they want, whenever they want, on the day of the run.

That mean that there is no need to set up a course this year. People are urged to collect donations and participate in whatever way they want. The local run has always welcomed runners, walkers, roller-bladers, and equestrians to do a five- or 10-kilometre route.

The Creemore event is small but participants manage to raise quite a bit of money. Since 1982,

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Participants in the 2019 Creemore Terry Fox Run. when the event was held in Terra Nova before it was moved to Creemore, more than $90,000 has been raised for cancer research through the local event.

To volunteer as run organizer, contact Ontario community events coordinator Kim Smith at kim@ terryfoxrun.org or call 1-888-836-9786 ext. 227.

NVCA reviews new proposal for changes to Conservation Authorities Act The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) is currently reviewing the Regulatory Proposal Consultation Guide, the first of two phases in finalizing the changes to the Conservation Authorities Act. Part of the guide details the mandatory and nonmandatory programs and services conservation authorities will implement, along with the timelines

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Under the proposed regulations guide, NVCA will be able to continue integrated watershed management work such as protecting and enhancing water quality and quantity, identifying flood and erosion risks and managing stormwater systems. This process helps NVCA manage human activities and natural resources on a watershed basis while taking into account social, economic and environmental issues, as well as impacts of growth and climate change.

“I am extremely proud of the collaborative work that the Conservation Authority Working Group (CAWG) was able to do to assist the development of this regulations guide,” said Doug Hevenor, CAO at NVCA. “On behalf of NVCA, I would like to thank the province for including a wide range of stakeholders in the development of the guide.

CAWG was established by the Province of Ontario in January 2021, and is made up of representatives from conservation authorities, Conservation Ontario, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, and

the development and agricultural sectors. Their first task included looking at the first phase of proposed regulations that impact conservation authorities and their participating municipalities.

“I’m so pleased the province has recognized a watershed-wide approach to management as the best way to approach conservation issues,” commented Mariane McLeod, NVCA Chair. “I’m grateful that our staff will have sufficient time to work with our 18 member municipalities to develop Memorandums of Understanding for the services our conservation authority provides.”

Later in the year, the province will consult on the second phase of the proposed regulations, which will including details on municipal levies related to mandatory and non- mandatory programs and service standards for the delivery of non-mandatory programs and services.

Feedback on the proposed regulations is due June 27, 2021 and can be submitted to the Environmental Registry of Ontario via ero.ontario.ca/notice/019-2986.

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Grant open to small tourism, travel businesses The Ontario government is providing one‐time payments of $10,000 to $20,000 to support eligible small tourism and travel businesses struggling to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic through the new $100-million Ontario Tourism and Travel Small Business Support Grant.

The launch of the program was announced today

by Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries.

“Prior to the pandemic, Ontario’s tourism generated more than $36 billion in economic activity and supported more than 400,000 jobs across the province,” said MacLeod. “Our government is working with small businesses to overcome the challenges of the past year – through programs like the Ontario Tourism and Travel Small Business Support Grant – and help the tourism industry reclaim its place as an economic powerhouse and key job creator in our province.”

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“We know that tourism businesses have been hit hard by the pandemic, as people and employers follow the necessary public health measures to keep people safe,” said Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance and President of the Treasury Board. “That’s why our 2021 Budget included funding for the Ontario Tourism and Travel Small Business Support Grant that will provide direct one-time payments to help thousands of businesses in Ontario.”

“Small businesses in Ontario’s tourism sector create jobs for families and economic growth for communities,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “With this grant, we’re supporting people, businesses, and communities across this province, so we can make it through these tough times together and come back stronger than ever.”

As announced in the 2021 budget, Ontario is investing more than $400 million over the next three years in new initiatives to support tourism, hospitality, culture, sport and recreation sectors. This

builds on investments of $225 million announced earlier, bringing the total support for these sectors to more than $625 million since the pandemic began.

“We are ready to deliver payments to the tourism businesses that have faced revenue loss, building on fee relief provided to travel agents and wholesalers earlier in the pandemic,” said Lisa Thompson, Minister of Government and Consumer Services.

“This substantial grant will support their bottom line and help them keep Ontarians safe until we can once again enjoy travel with friends and family.”

“Ontario is a haven for recreation, and small businesses in the tourism sector play a key role in ensuring we remain a world class destination for enjoyment and travel,” said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction. “This grant will give hardworking small businesses the support they need to continue serving visitors and our local communities through this period and beyond.”

Small business owners can use the grant in whatever way makes the most sense for their business. Applications for this grant will close on June 25.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, May 28, 2021

Collingwood Museum launches new history podcast Each May, communities around the world celebrate museums of all kinds and sizes. The staff at the Collingwood Museum are joining in on the excitement as they take year’s theme to heart – The Future of Museums: Recover and Reimagine.

A new museum podcast is kicking off the celebrations. Stories from Another Day travels through Collingwood’s past to find the people, events, and stories that have made the town into the jewel it is today. Join host and museum volunteer Ken Maher to explore over 160 years of tragedies and triumphs, disasters, and determination.

“Having volunteered at the Museum for the past six years, I was regularly surprised by the rich and diverse stories of Collingwood’s past,” said Maher.

“Who would have thought our little town would have such a fascinating history? I am sure others will be similarly enthralled, and I hope the listeners will enjoy hearing Collingwood’s stories as much as I enjoy telling them.”

The first episode, Beginning at the End aired May 4, with a second episode following on May 18, International Museum Day. A new episode will be released every second Tuesday. Listen on Spotify or any podcast provider.

Following the success of the Museum’s extremely popular This is Women’s Work T-shirts, it is launching a new heritage-inspired design featuring a 1940s-era photograph of today’s Heritage Drive with a cheeky slogan about Collingwood’s marine heritage. T-shirts will be priced at $29.95 and baseball shirt at $34.95. Shirts will be available for curbside pick-up. Please note that shirts cannot be reserved in advance.

The creation of Stories from Another Day and the launch of a new line of apparel are just two of the ways that Collingwood Museum staff are reimagining the Museum’s operation during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the absence of in-person interactions, staff continue to find ways to interact

with community members.

“The community excitement generated by the Women’s Work shirts has created the closest feeling of community involvement for staff since the beginning of the pandemic,” reports Melissa Shaw, museum supervisor. “We have been overjoyed by the community’s response to our new line of apparel, even more so by the number of descendants calling from across the province to share stories about their mothers, aunts, cousins, and grandmothers who built ships in Collingwood during World War II.” In reimagining the Collingwood Museum’s role, staff have a more complex understanding of their ability to generate conversations within the community. A simple post on the Museum’s Facebook page provides opportunities for conversation and sharing in a time when everyone is looking for a way to safely connect with those near and far.

Follow the Collingwood Museum on Facebook to stay up to date on museum news and activities.

Museum brings interactive exhibit to Simcoe County communities

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The Simcoe County Museum is launching a fun, interactive, community exhibit to bring a Little Ray of Sunshine to families across the county. The new exhibit brings the museum’s new character called Little Ray... of Sunshine to the community, offering businesses, schools, community leaders, and residents to display the new family-friendly character in public places.

“We were thinking of how much this pandemic has affected us at the museum and how we could bring a smile to faces across the county – that’s when Little Ray was born,” said Kelley Swift Jones, Simcoe County Museum curator. “We have been missing the opportunity to share our exhibits with visitors and thought this was a great way to bring the museum into Simcoe County homes and communities.”

Little Ray of Sunshine window clings are being distributed to a number of local businesses and partner organizations, as well as libraries, county offices and long-term care homes to display in windows.

Residents are encouraged to take a photo each time they see “Little Ray” and upload to social media using the hashtag #LittleRay and #WhereIsLittleRayToday.

They can also download a kit, available at museum. simcoe.ca and/or make their very own Little Ray and upload a photo to social media. Weekly draws will be held using the social media hashtags for prizes across the county.

Community members are encouraged to download a Little Ray of Sunshine kit from museum.simcoe. ca, which also hosts activity sheets, bookmarks, and more on Little Ray. A virtual exhibit highlighting Little Ray’s adventures in the county will be shared and promoted throughout the month. This will be prominently displayed for all to see on the Museum’s website and social media channels.

The Simcoe County Museum is owned and operated by the County of Simcoe and offers year round exhibits, events and educational programs for visitors of every age.

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ECHO Classifieds

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MULMUR-TOS HONEY Little country store is open. Liquid and creamed honey, maple syrup, beeswax candles, rhubarb and more. Glen Kidd, 998120 Mulmur-Tosorontio Townline near Lisle. 705-466-6600.

Brand New PELLA SLIDING DOOR (still in box) 66 x 81.5 (Double) Impervia series - white fibreglass (less trim,more glass). Left slide. Paid $2,624 will sell for $1,200.

Contact: 647-330-7508.

SERVICES

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.

CONTRACTOR REPAIRS, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Contact Brian McCurdy, at 519-986-1781 or 519375-0958.

SMITH’S LAWN CARE offering lawn cutting, landscaping, garden and property maintenance. License/ insured. Call 705-888-7092 or email smithlawns@outlook.com.

PAINTING, PARGING AND MASONRY REPAIR. Professional workmanship. Call Don for estimate.

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A Collector trying to recreate an OLD TIME GENERAL STORE is looking for items found in a General Store before 1960. E.g. tea tins, tobacco tins, candy tins, postcards, bottles, magazines, old paper items, comic books, signs, toys, advertising, old store stock, etc. Cash paid. 416745-4981 or 416-953-6219.

LONG TERM HOUSE RENTAL needed for a local adult couple.

Looking for two- or three-bedroom home. Able to move in July. Please call or text Dave at 705-716-1138.

HELP WANTED

Full Time Employment: Earth Power Tractors in Stayner has full time employment opportunities available.

Looking to hire motivated individuals for SERVICE TECHNICIAN positions and YARD MANAGEMENT. Please contact/ send resume to Peter Weel: 705-4283132 or pweel@earthpowertractors. com.

Looking for RELIABLE DELIVERY DRIVER. Must own truck or van, valid DL, ability to lift 50lbs. Available Monday to Friday.

Hours and mileage compensated.

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CREEMORE BAKERY

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EVENTS

Saturday, May 29

Creemore Farmer's Market 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Creemore Springs Brewery. COVID protocols in place.

Visit www.creemorefarmersmarket.ca

Saturday, June 5

Stayner Garden Club Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m or until supplies last. A great selection of perennials available for your gardens. Stayner Arena parking lot, 269 Regina St. Stayner. COVID rules will be in place.

Cash only please.

Sunday, June 20 - June 26

Georgian Triangle Humane Society Virtual Walkathon. Change the lives of pets and people in our community by walking your way with or without a pet. Not a walker? No problem. Try a YOGAthon, RUNathon, BIKEathon or SWIMathon – whatever activity brings you, your family or your pet the most joy. Come together virtually and walk apart to support thousands of pets and people in need each year.

Calling all young people. Thanks to generous community members, funds raised by youth 17 years and under, will be matched up to $10,000. Double your dollars and double your impact.

Walkathon runs for one week ending June 26. Online registration is open now at www.gths.ca/2021-walkathonyour-way.

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If you require printing, photocopies or faxes call ahead for curbside service.

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Advertise your event in the community calendar.

One free listing each month for all community groups.

Contact: natalie@creemore.com or submit at www.creemore.com.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, May 28, 2021

Fran Webster releases new single commemorating sinking of the SS Asia

Your turn is coming soon.

Creemore singer/songwriter Fran Webster has released a new song, a ballad to commemorate the sinking of the SS Asia.

The words to the song were written in 1883 by an anonymous author about one the worst marine disasters in Georgian Bay history when, in 1882, 123 out of 125 people drowned near Manitoulin Island when the passenger ship overloaded with people, freight and livestock was caught in a gale.

Webster said he was part of a Collingwood production of a play

written about the sinking of the SS ASIA in 1994, that resulted in the creation of 15 songs.

Around that time he said he discovered emotional words by the anonymous author and decided to put them to music. Webster said he called upon friends and family to play some of the instruments.

There are plans in the works to include it on an upcoming album.

To listen to the ballad, search ‘ A s i a ’ b y F r a n We b s t e r o n YouTube or visit youtube.com/ watch?v=voUReR8VjkY.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Assistant - Children’s Summer Reading and Outreach programs 2 student positions - Job #2021-017: Start Date: June 21, 2021

The Clearview Public Libraries (Stayner, Creemore and Sunnidale) is seeking two (2) students for our Children’s summer reading and outreach programs (summer festivals).

Qualifications and Abilities required: - Must be a current active student and be enrolled in a College or University program for Sept. 2021 - Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with children effectively - Excellent reading ability - Must have reliable transportation - Ability to work in all three library branches located in Creemore, New Lowell and Stayner - Hours of work: Approximately 30 hours per week. The position includes evening and weekend shifts.

Wage: $17.00 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

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Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and covering letter, quoting Job # 2021-017 by May 28, 2021 to: Jennifer La Chapelle, CEO 269 Regina St., ON L0M 1S0 or Email: jlachapelle@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note: In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act., please contact Human Resources for accommodation inquiries or requirements at 705-428-6230 x. 255

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