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Candidates face-off in debate on environment

by Trina Berlo Three federal election candidates squared off Wednesday evening during the 100 Debates on the Environment for Simcoe-Grey organized by environmental groups in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Town of the Blue Mountains and Alliston.

It has turned out to be the only debate during this campaign period and had more than 200 registrants.

Organizers expressed disappointment that incumbent Conservative Terry Dowdall declined to participate, as he did during the 2019 debate.

Local candidates from four parties were invited to participate and three “accepted with enthusiasm” – Liberal Bren Munro, NDP Lucas Gillies and Nick Clayton, with the Green Party.

Organizers were told due to the short notice of the election Dowdall's schedule did not allow him to attend.

“We tried to encourage him to attend but to no avail,” said host Catherine Daw, with the Collingwood Climate Action Team. “As the sitting member of parliament, it is most unfortunate

100 Debates on the Environment for Simcoe-Grey was held virtually Wednesday evening with Bren Munro (from top, centre) standing for the Liberals, Lucas Gillies for the NDP, Nick Clayton for the Green Party in a debate moderated by Penny Skelton. Incumbent Conservative MP Terry Dowdall declined to participate. that Terry Dowdall would choose not to take the time to address the important environmental issues that we, his constituents, care about.”

“We, as the sponsors of this event, believe the need to turn our attention and efforts toward making a sustainable, healthy and viable future for everyone

is the essential and urgent issue of our times. The intergovernmental panel on climate change (IPCC) has most recently been very definitive that humans are the creators of what we are starting to visibly experience all around us. It means that the time is now and it is only in the hands of us humans to

fix,” said Daw. “It is incumbent on us, as citizens and voters to use our voices through the democratic process, to give direction to government and our MP representative.”

The debate, moderated by Penny Skelton, a Collingwood Rogers Cable (See “Three” on page 3)

'Why am I in politics? I have hope': Munro

by Trina Berlo The Simcoe Grey Liberals are fielding Bren Munro as the local candidate.

Although Munro is a first time candidate she has been working behind the scenes having worked as a political analyst at Queen’s Park in the 1990s, and wrote policy for the Ministry of Education. She said she has also worked in other areas of education including programming and administration and currently operates an event planning business at Blue Mountain, which has been put on hold due to the pandemic.

“I love politics, I have been interested in it my whole life,” said Munro. “And why am I in politics? I have hope.

I have hope that when people get together they can make things better for

each other. I believe in collaboration. I believe a high tide lifts all boats.”

“I am a Liberal through and through.

I like the policies, I like what they stand for,” she said.

Munro is placing priority on supporting families, through attainable housing and food security. She said she is hearing from business owners in the community that they are struggling to find and retain staff because of a lack of housing. She supports the Liberal proposal to build 1.4 million new homes for middle and lower class families, and child based subsidies.

Climate change is also a priority, and

Bren Munro she supports the Liberals’ carbon tax.

Munro said while knocking on doors she has found that people’s worries about COVID-19 have been somewhat

assuaged and that many people are listing the climate crisis as their main concern.

“That’s the number one issue that I am hearing at the doors. They are really concerned because they have children and they want to be responsible. We have so many initiatives on climate,” said Munro, adding that the Liberals want to work with the Green Party, which has done really good research on climate.

Munro also lists public transportation, long-term care oversight and staffing shortages, supports for aging at home, and a national dementia strategy as ways the Liberals are stepping up to support the provinces in their service delivery.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Saturday, Sept. 11

• Creemore Farmers' Market 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Creemore Springs Brewery.

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Saturday, Sept. 11. until Sunday, Sept. 13

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• Creemore Nature Preserve will be closed for trail maintenance and upgrades to help maintain the ecological integrity of this nature preserve, which is home to variety of rare and at-risk species.

Contractors will be working long days to limit the amount of time the trails will be closed to the public. For your own safety and that of the workers, please respect the trail closure signs.

Once the property re-opens, NCC asks that visitors respect nature by staying on designated trails, keeping their pets on leash, packing out what they pack in, and leaving nature undisturbed by never picking flowers, leaves, mushrooms or animals to take home. To learn more about this project, future volunteer opportunities or to donate, please contact NCC conservation biologist Britany Hope at 877231-3552 ext. 5301, or email brittany.hope@ natureconservancy.ca.

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• Is your child interested in building or programing robots? The Cybergirls and Cybergnomes VEX robotics clubs will be holding an information night at 7775 County Rd. 9, Creemore from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come out and sign up or just check out the robots. VEX IQ is for ages 8-12 and VRC is ages 12-17. For more information contact Jim Crawford at cybergnomesVexIQ@gmail.com cybergirlsteam2013a@gmail.com.

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• GTHS Pet Pantry Drive 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., a pet food and supply drive will take place at the Lake at Blue Mountains. Monetary and pet supply donations will be accepted to help families in need.

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Thursday, Sept. 23

• Creemore Legion Veal Parmigiana Take-Out Dinner. Veal parmigiana, pasta with white or red sauce, yellow beans, tossed green salad and dessert. $20 per person. Call 705-466-2330 to order and schedule pick up time. Order before Sept. 16. Pick up between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Masks and social distancing mandatory. Exact change please.

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Three parties jockey for most progressive plan (Continued from page 1) TV show host and lifelong resident of Collingwood, covered many topics ranging from emissions targets, to greening the economy, toxins and pollutants, protecting fresh water, the housing crisis, and truth and reconciliation. Some questions were crafted by organizers and some were compiled out of the many audience questions submitted in advance.

All parties agreed that climate action should not be considered a partisan issue and that collaboration is needed to shift away from fossil fuels and cool global warming.

Skelton asked candidates, how constituents can help the federal government to be effective in working on climate issues.

“If you believe in political solutions like I do, government intervention is essential to addressing this crisis,” said Clayton.

“I would love to hand my time over to [Dowdall] to have him answer your question but he has declined to participate so, he is not taking this seriously,” said Clayton. “The majority of the voters in this riding voted for either NDP, Liberal and Green in the last election. The majority of the voters did not vote for Conservatives. There is a large portion of the population in this county who want climate action, they want action on the environment

and your MP is ignoring them.”

Gillies said, “It’s important to remember that democracy doesn’t end at the ballot box, you do have to continuously engage with your MP, reach out and let him know what you are thinking,” “Democracy only works if we’re all taking part,” he said. “The number one thing you can do for climate action is to vote for the NDP. If you send me to Ottawa I will shake up the political establishment and tip the scales in favour of people and the planet. So, stay engaged and keep your political leaders accountable.”

Munro encouraged people to organize, saying politicians do listen to special interest groups.

“Many different people can come together and create change it just takes the will of the people,” she said.

To close, Munro said, “We’re talking about our future by protecting our environment, our health. This should not be a partisan issue and I would gladly work across the aisle to make progress. In the transition to net zero we must consider any and all technologies that will cut pollution and create jobs.

When you check the facts you will see that the Liberal platform on climate is the strongest of all parties. The people that I speak to in this riding know that I take climate issues very seriously and I will work hard with them on solutions.

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Only the Liberals know how to do both, protect the environment and grow the economy.”

In his final remarks, Gillies said he is a paramedic and he decided to run so he could stand up for health care workers at a time when they need it the most.

“Jagmeet Singh and the NDP have been incredible advocates for the environment and for First Nations people to the point where two days ago David Suzuki officially endorsed the NDP, and that is saying something,” said Gillies. “If you look at the NDP platform, it is incredibly bold, almost on par with the Green Party,” referencing job creation, home retrofits, carbonfree electricity, protecting land and water… orange is the new green.”

“Respectfully, Lucas, green is the green is always the green,” said Clayton… “And respectfully, the Liberals need to be the ones, if they are going to be serious about it, to develop a no-carbon economy. A climate action plan and growing the economy at the same time is not the same as a Green

New Deal, it’s not the same as creating a zero carbon economy.

He said not a single greenhouse gas production target that has been set by the revolving Liberal and Conservative governments has been met, largely due to the oil sands extraction which are the cause of a quarter of the greenhouse gas emissions in Canada.

“As a consequence, Canada is the only country in the G7 where emissions have continued to rise since 2016 so I’m not surprised that the [other] parties… are setting targets that are ineffectual… The only party that has always treated the climate crisis as a crisis is the Green Party.”

The debate will be posted on YouTube. Watch for the link on the Collingwood Climate Action Team’s Facebook page.

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OPINION COLUMN Tales of Our Early Settlers Part 2

THE WAY WE WERE

LOCAL HISTORY

Mrs. Thomas Metheral – As difficult as life was in the early days of Nottawasaga Township, the trip across the ocean was also an adventure for the courageous. The memories of Mrs. Thomas Helen Metheral (nee Margaret Perry) BLACKBURN illustrate how difficult and dangerous life could be. Margaret was born in 1834 and sailed to Canada with her parents at age seven. “Full of life and curiosity this small girl, when she found herself alone in the cabin one morning, decided to venture forth and see if her mother had gone up for breakfast. Clad only in her nightie she ascended to the deck. The vessel gave a huge lurch and the adventurous Margaret Perry was swept across the deck into the hatchway. As she was being drawn through the opening with wild waves lashing below her, she wildly clutched at the rails and screamed with all her might. The captain, hearing her cries, rushed to the rescue and picking up the terrified child he carried her to his cabin where she remained until her father’s anger had subsided.”

This same Margaret, now Mrs. Thomas Metheral, provides another example of a hard working pioneer woman. Remembering her early days she related, “Girls and women don’t know what hard work is these days.

Why I used to milk nine cows in the morning and again in the evening as well as plenty of work in the fields, cook meals, do large washing, and then in the evening I would sit and spin.

The above account is from a newspaper clipping of February 16, 1933.

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Mrs. Mary Ann Smith – Making a new life in the backwoods of Canada required strong backs, arms and legs. Most of all it required masculine strength. The death of a husband at a young age was a tragedy. Mrs. Mary Ann Smith of Smithdale was one woman who coped.

Her husband died in 1847 leaving her with a family of nine children. The oldest son was eighteen and along with Mrs. Smith’s efforts they kept the farm going.

From The Creemore Star May 29, 1902.

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Applause for jamboree team effort, cause Editor: We’d like to recognize the selflessness of the musicians, local businesses, the massive team of volunteers, the 300 contributors and the Creemore Community Foundation who created the Jim Cuddy Jamboree last Friday.

Artists, farmers, fifth-generation local business owners and newer residents came together and rejoiced in the vitality and force of this community’s

spirit.

Inconceivable achievements have been produced by this annual fundraiser, and it’s going to happen again with the Village Green. It’ll be a dynamic gathering place shaped by our varied and valued engagements.

We are all Creemore and this is truly the village with the big heart.

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Joseph Galloway – Like young Mr. Smith, another young man who took the reins as a family provider, was Joseph Galloway. He was born in West Gwillimbury in 1836. His father died when he was just a young boy. When still a teenager he came with his mother to Nottawasaga and settled on lot 13, concession 4 in Nottawasaga (top of Ten Hill) where his elder brother had cleared two or three acres. Here, with much work, Joseph transformed the virgin wilderness into a beautiful farm.

From The Creemore Star Sept. 15, 1910.

Jim Cuddy was joined by his sons, members of Blue Rodeo, and Skydiggers for the 16th annual Jim Cuddy Jamboree at Lyric Pond in Mulmur Friday, Sept.

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Mrs. Mary McArthur – In both of the above cases teenage boys were able to step into their father’s boots but sometimes the mother was left destitute with several (See “Tales” on page 8)

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FEDERAL ELECTION

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DID YOU KNOW? The Niagara Escarpment Commission is meeting on September 16th to decide the fate of the proposed Lavender theme park near Creemore.

We believe the applicant is trying to pass off a business as a “home industry”. Its really a commercial attraction since the proposal includes a processing facility and a gift shop and no home. If approved, there would be no way to control thousands of weekly visitors who would overwhelm our roads and disrupt our agriculture.

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by Trina Berlo As of Sept. 22, people will be required to provide proof they are fully vaccinated before accessing specific non-essential businesses and settings, as per a new rule set out by the provincial government.

The province says the certificates, or so-called vaccine passports, “reduces risk and is an important step to encourage every last eligible Ontarian to get their shot, which is critical to protecting the province’s hospital capacity, while also supporting businesses with the tools they need to keep customers safe, stay open and minimize disruptions.”

The move is the latest step in the fight against the Delta variant, the dominant strain in Simcoe-Muskoka and throughout the province, known to be more transmissible and to cause more severe illness.

Simcoe Muskoka medical officer of health Dr. Charles Gardner said he encourages people to get vaccinated to protect those under the eligible age. He said he is concerned by the region’s case count, which is now rising more rapidly than the province as a whole. Different from past waves, the Delta variant is causing double the number of children to contract the virus. Gardner said those who are not vaccinated are 10 times more likely to get COVID-19 and are much more likely to be hospitalized or end up in the ICU. He said local data indicates the provincial restrictions have been an incentive to some to get vaccinated, as there is an uptick in immunizations.

Libraries to print certificates free of charge Beginning on Sept. 8 all branches of the Clearview Public Library will be printing and laminating vaccine receipts free of charge for anyone who needs one.

Library CAO Jennifer La Chapelle believes it’s the right thing to do, especially for those who may not have access to a computer, printer, or reliable internet at home, “In an effort to assist members of the public who do not have access to computers and/or printers the Clearview Public Library will provide free printing of vaccine receipts and QR codes (when available) on request.”

For more information about the Clearview Public Library and hours of operation for each branch please visit www.clearview.library.on.ca.

“We do note there has been an increase in the population in those getting immunized who are receiving their first dose, compared with before the province announced the vaccine certificate program,” said Gardner.

As of Sept. 22, Ontarians will need to be fully vaccinated (two doses plus 14 days) and provide their proof of vaccination along with photo ID to access higher-risk indoor public settings where face coverings cannot always be worn including dine-in restaurants and bars (not

including patios), meeting and event spaces, gyms, sporting events, gaming establishments and entertainment venues.

The certificate will not be required to access essential health care, grocery stores, and pharmacies.

Indoor masking policies will continue to remain in place as per public health regulations.

Individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical exemptions will be permitted entry with a doctor’s note until recognized medical exemptions can be integrated as part of a digital vaccine certificate. Children who are 11 years of age and younger and unable to be vaccinated will also be exempted from these requirements. The province will work with public health units to use the existing COVaxON system to safely and securely confirm the vaccination status of students.

Ontarians currently have access to a paper or PDF vaccine receipt that includes all relevant information to prove that they are fully vaccinated.

As of Sept. 22, Ontarians will be required to show their vaccine receipt when entering designated settings along with another piece of photo identification, such as a driver’s licence or health card.

Ontario will also introduce an enhanced digital vaccine receipt that features a QR code, as of Oct. 22. The digital vaccine receipt can be kept on a phone. In addition, the province will launch a new app to make it easier and more convenient for businesses and organizations to read and verify that a digital vaccine receipt is valid.

Summer 2021 may have come and gone but fall 2021 is just about to burst open with all sorts Michele McKENZIE of action at Clearview Public Library including Culture Day Events (www.culturedays.ca), the Simcoe County Author Talk Series, the 12th Annual Georgian Bay Reads, and our monthly Book Club Meeting.

Children and teen programming will start up again at the end of this month.

Please register at www.clearview. library.on.ca to “be part of the audience in the comfort of your home” for the Simcoe County Author Talk Series presentations. There are two special guests this month who will be talking about their very engaging books. One to hear Ashley Audrain, author of The Push, on Thursday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. and the other is Ken Haigh, author of On Foot to Canterbury, on Thursday, Sept. 30 at 7 p.m.

This month’s book club selection is Vi by Kim Thuy. Please call 705-428-3595 to reserve your copy and mark your calendar for a lively discussion about this story of rupture and resurrection that will take place via Zoom on Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 2 p.m.

Let’s crack open those books this September and “fall” in love with reading all over again!

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, September 10, 2021

Tales of Our Early Settlers Part 2 (Continued from page 4) young children. Such was the case of Mrs. Mary McArthur, widow of Neil McArthur, who pioneered on lot 15, concession 5, Nottawasaga. (corner of sideroad 15/16 and Fairgrounds Road).

“Mrs. McArthur whose maiden name was McDougald, was born in Islay, Scotland. When quite a small child with her parents and four sisters, the family left the old country for Canada, but on the voyage the father became ill and 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

that was the last the family saw of him.

He was buried at sea. The mother and five daughters had the sad experience of landing in New York in a strange land.” Mrs. McArthur’s obituary doesn’t explain how they made their way to the Toronto area and how she ultimately married and settled in Nottawasaga but we can conclude that it was by hard work with help from friends.

From the Creemore Star April 29, 1915. .

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Public Works (Roads) – Seasonal Full-time Heavy Equipment Operators - 4 Night Patrol Operators - 2 Sidewalk Operators - 2 The Corporation of the Township of Clearview Clearview Township is currently seeking temporary full-time Public Works (Roads) Heavy Equipment Operators, Night Patrol Operators and Sidewalk Operators beginning November 1, 2021, through to April 14, 2022.

Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Public Works Manager, and Roads Foreman, the Public Works (Roads) Operators are responsible for assisting the Public Works Roads Department with snow removal, sanding, inspecting and repairing roads infrastructure as well as clearing sidewalks, patrolling roads and ensuring compliance with current Road Safety standards.

Skills and Experience • Minimum Grade 12 education with 2 years of demonstrated experience operating heavy equipment • Valid DZ Driver’s License with a clean Driver’s Abstract • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• In addition to operating heavy equipment, must possess the ability to operate utility trucks, pumps, compressors, generators, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, two-way radios, and phones.

• Knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use of tools and safe work practices.

• Ability to understand, read and follow written and oral instructions.

• Ability to perform heavy manual labour, including bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting heavy objects.

• Physical strength and ability sufficient to meet job requirements for extended periods under uncomfortable conditions in all types of weather.

• Current WHIMIS training • In case of urgent call-ins, must be able to respond to the workplace within 30 minutes.

Salary:

Salary and hour of work will be specified in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer.

Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2021-024 to Human Resources by October 4, 2021, to: hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer.Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Please visit: www.clearview.ca

Arena Attendant, Parks Culture and Recreation Two Temporary Arena Attendants One Full Time (40 hours per week) and One Part-Time (24+ hours per week) Clearview Township (Stayner Arena and Creemore Arena locations) is currently seeking two (2) temporary Arena Attendants from mid-October to mid-April.

Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Supervisor, Parks, Culture and Recreation and is responsible to provide operational and maintenance services to Clearview Township’s municipal facilities to ensure that all parks, recreation facilities, municipal buildings and equipment are kept in a high standard of operational effectiveness and efficiency The preferred candidate will possess strong working knowledge of building maintenance, operation and repair practices and procedures as well as the ability to deal with the public in a courteous and professional manner.

Skills and Experience • Minimum Grade 12 education with 2 years of demonstrated progressive municipal experience or any combination of education and experience • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Knowledge of standard hand and power tools, lawn maintenance equipment and equipment used in facilities maintenance activities and ability to operate such in a safe and effective manner.

• Knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use of tools and safe work practices.

• Ability to understand, read and follow written and oral instructions.

• Ability to perform heavy manual labour, including bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting heavy objects.

• Physical strength and ability sufficient to meet job requirements for extended periods under uncomfortable conditions in all types of weather.

• Ability to climb on ladders and to work in confined spaces.

• Related training in arena refrigeration process, ice maintenance, pools, and parks operations (Class B Refrigeration Certificate, Pool Operator Certificate preferred) • Current certification in Standard First Aid, CPR “C” with AED and WHMIS and Smart Serve Salary: As captured in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer.

Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2021-022 to Human Resources by September 24, 2021, to: hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Please visit: www.clearview.ca

THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, September 10, 2021 •

Two arrested for drug possession in Stayner Huronia West OPP’s Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), in partnership with Collingwood OPP CSCU, have arrested and charged two people for drug related charges after a warrant was executed at an address in Stayner.

On the morning of August 31, with the assistance of the Central Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), officers attended a John street address where a search warrant was executed and the address entered.

Upon entering, officers located various pills,

William and Pearl Tomlin

cocaine, and evidence of drug paraphernalia.

As a result of the investigation, a 53-year-old male from Clearview Township has been charged with the following: Possession of cocaine and opioids for the purpose of trafficking.

A 30-year-old female from Clearview Township has been charged with possession of cocaine.

Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood, on Sept. 28.

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Gas bar bandits Bracebridge OPP is investigating a theft of a Red 2007 Jeep Liberty with Ontario license plate CKKP 056. The theft occurred on Sept. 1, just before noon, from Muskoka Gas located on Lake Joseph Road in Georgian Bay Township. The owner went into the store briefly when the two suspects fled with the vehicle. There was a second occurrence with the same vehicle where a male driver and female passenger were captured on video stealing gas from Clearview Township.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, September 10, 2021

Send sports news to trina@creemore.com call 705-466-9906 fax 705-466-9908

SPORTS

Creemore surrenders championship title to Sudbury

by Scott Weldon On Sept. 3, the Creemore 11U baseball team travelled to Sudbury to compete in Baseball Ontario’s provincial championship tournament. Game 1 of the tournament was the first of a few wild contests the team would have.

Creemore pulled out a 6-5 victory over the West Mountain Cougars in a game that saw five lead changes including a two run seventh inning led by singles from Tait Broad and Logan Senay and a two-out, two-run game winning single

by Evan Wells.

The second tilt was another nail-biter that saw Creemore score five runs in the last two innings to come back and beat the Komoka River Cats 5-4. Great starting pitching by Ryan Keba and a save by Keenan Reynolds secured the team a spot in the semi-final game on Sunday.

The Milton Mets were up next for these comeback kids and once again, after being down early, the boys scored six runs in the final two innings to pick up an 8-6 victory and secured the number one seed for the semi-final round. Cooper Duits would lead the offensive attack scoring two runs with two RBI. The semi-final game was a re-match with the Komoka River Cats. Down 4-3

in the bottom of the seventh and facing an end to their season, Creemore pushed across one run to tie the game but let a chance for victory slip away when they left the bases loaded. It was time for their first extra inning game of the year.

Thomas Weldon shut down the River Cats in the top of the eighth to set the stage for another walk-off win. After scoring the game tying run earlier in the game, Hayden Goodfellow-Oster would once again come through and score the game winning run on a single

by Ben Clouthier. The bench and fans erupted as Hayden crossed home plate and sent the team to the Ontario championship game.

The championship game would be a meeting between the two best teams in the tournament: Creemore and the Sudbury Shamrocks. Sudbury went into the final game with a 12-1 record with their only loss coming to Creemore in mid-August. After four tumultuous comeback wins, little did the fans know that the wildest game of the weekend was yet to come. Brayden Foulds got the team off to a fast start when he tripled and scored in the first inning. Sudbury’s offence would fight back however, and it looked bad for the team when once again they faced elimination down 10-7 going into the top of the seventh. This

team would not give up and scored four runs to take the lead. With two out in the bottom of the seventh and a runner on second base Creemore was one out away from becoming provincial champions, but the Shamrocks scored the runner with a triple to left field.

Now facing elimination with a runner on third base, Reece Fuller induced a ground ball to end the inning and force another extra inning game. Creemore was unable to score in the top of the eighth and with two outs in the bottom of the frame, Sudbury would score to win the championship.

The team was missing hard-hitting Ty Hamilton who had suffered an ankle fracture mid-season. Congratulations to the players for a fantastic season and the coaching staff of Sparky Duits, Scott

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Sept. 29th, 2021 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

$30 CASH ONLY. Back Row: Hayden Goodfellow-Oster, Thomas Weldon, Reece Fuller, Evan Wells, Logan Senay, Ben Clouthier, Tait Broad. Front Row: Keenan Reynolds, Cooper Duits, Brayden Foulds, Ryan Keba.

Coaches: Scott Weldon, Rob Senay, Sparky Duits, Scott Fuller.

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Fuller and Rob Senay.

Tryouts for next year’s 11U team for players born in 2011 or 2012 will be held at Dupuis Field in Gowan Park on Sept. 12 at 10 a.m., Sept. 16 at 6 p.m. and Sept. 18 at 10 a.m. For more information, enquiries can be sent to creemoreminorbaseball@gmail.com.

KIDD FAMILY AUCTIONS wants you to buy and sell with confidence.

Calling all Consignors!

There hasn't been a better time than now to join the excitement.

Online auctions are hot.

We have these and more.

Sept. 24 - Fall Outdoor Equipment, Tool & Vehicle Auction.

Oct. 8 - Awesome Antique & Collectibles Sale.

Nov. 5 - Coins & Banknotes.

Historical, Circulated & Uncirculated.

Nov. 25/26/27 - The next "Straight Shooter" Sale. Firearms, Ammunitions & Outdoor Gear.

Dec. 19 - The Gas, Oil & Advertising Auction.

It's time to CONSIGN, at a very competitive rate. And our bidders are super happy with our LOW 5% ONLINE BUYER'S PREMIUM and SHIPPING AT COST. Call, text or e-mail real soon. www.kiddfamilyauctions.com dennis@kiddfamilyauctions.com 519-938-7499/519-938-1315

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THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, September 10, 2021 •

ECHO Classifieds YARD SALE

FOR SALE

CREEMORE HILLS WINERY Wine for sale by appointment only.

Pick-up or delivery. Call/Text 647-5888931, cmorrissey0708@icloud.com.

DRY HARDWOOD 2 Years seasoned, $390/ bush cord. Free delivery and volume discount.

Complete Woodlot Management, 519986-2474.

4-POSTER MAHOGANY QUEEN ANNE KING-SIZE BED frame from Art Shoppe, Toronto. Ideal for inns and B&Bs, $1,200. 519-9259021.

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 519-375-0958.

PAINTING AND PARGING. Professional workmanship. Call Don for estimate. 705-424-0708, 705-8160708.

FUNDRAISER

Friends of the East Nottawasaga Cemetery on Fairgrounds Road have begun fundraising for this year.

As one of the oldest cemeteries in Simcoe County, many of the pioneers that settled this area in the mid 1800s are resting here. Contributions towards this project can be made to the “East Nottawasaga Cemetery” c/o Morrison Farm, 1881 Concession 6, Creemore L0M 1G0.

WANTED

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.

GARAGE SALE 228 Margaret St. Stayner, 11-18-25 Sept. weekends. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. New/old/quality items.

90's Beanie Babies. Cash only. Masks required.

HELP WANTED

PLUMBER WANTED. New work & service. Contact 705-466-5807.

Established & expanding local property management & land development company seeking a mature CONTRACT LABOURER. Must have general building / grounds maintenance knowledge, able to work independently, attention to detail, pride in work. Rate of pay according to experience. 705-849-3566.

LOOKING FOR BARN HELP for a small private horse barn in Creemore. Responsibilities include morning turn-out, barn chores and evening turn-in. Must be at least 18 and available Monday through Wednesday. Experience with horses is a must. If you are interested please text or call 705-466-6346.

MECHANIC wanted, will consider an apprentice. Also hiring SERVICE ADVISOR. Excellent salary with benefits. Apply today at Auto Solve or call 705-466-9950.

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: 705-428-3132 or pweel@ earthpowertractors.com.

CREEMORE BAKERY IS HIRING! Part time and full time positions available for front of house team members. Drop off applications in person or email info@creemorebakery. ca.

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CARD OF THANKS

Dear friends, How excited are we to relive our 70-year marriage by receiving your beautiful cards, e-mails, phone calls and gifts from all of you. Special friends, your kindness is heartfelt. The song "We love those dear hearts & gentle people who live & laugh in our hometown" rings our memory. Special thank you to our family for the most enjoyed family dinner. Thank you everyone! Blessings to all with love.

Don & Elsa Wilson .

CARD OF THANKS

To the dear young fella who had the misfortune to experience impact with our nine-year-old ganaraskan dog Abby on 6/7 Sideroad Nottawasaga at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1. Abby had chased a chippy from our driveway, straight into the bumper of your vehicle!

Fortunately you had the good graces and honourable moral conduct to stop your car to see how you could help.

We’re grateful that Abby’s damage was for the most part extensive yet repairable framework, not innards.

The damage: Abby spent 48 hours in Huronia Emergency Vet, followed by a 9 a.m. Friday appointment with a neurologist in Toronto. Dislocated left hip manipulated back into its socket while Abby was under anesthesia. The bpi nerves in underarm of her front left leg have sheered clean, so likely a lame leg. We’ll see how this front leg is in 4-6 weeks to reassess treatment. I wanted you to know this positive outcome to help lift the responsibility of Abby’s injuries from your shoulders. You looked truly traumatized. With thanks and gratitude, Sara Lee Irwin, IrLeeBird Farm 7488 6/7 Sideroad Nottawasaga

DEATH NOTICE

SCOTT, David Alan (1951 -2021) David will be forever lovingly remembered by his wife of 45 years Susan Hanna, and his children, Jacob, Lydia, Nikki (Derek), and Hillary (Lisa), by his sister Sharon (Brian) and his cherished grandchild Onnaleigh.

David will also be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. The graveside ceremony will be held on Saturday Oct. 9 at the Stayner Union Cemetery, 7551 Highway 26, Stayner at 11 a.m.

The Celebration of Life come and go gathering will follow at the Avening Hall, 3401 County Road 42, Avening from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Memorial donations can be made to the Susan Hanna Fund at My Friend’s House in Collingwood. For further details and to sign David’s Book of Memories, please visit www.caruthersdavidson. com.

DEATH NOTICE

CARD OF THANKS

I would like to send out a BIG Thank you to my family and friends who have been so thoughtful and kind to me since I suffered my heart attack on July 3. The flowers, food, gifts, cards, messages, phone calls and visits have meant more than you can ever know. The love and compassion I have been shown is humbling. Thank you! Special thank you to my dear friend Mary Jeffery, someone was looking out for me that day to have you with me. Your calm demeanor, and decisive manner had me to the hospital with no second guessing, John, myself, Jackson and Presley, and our family can’t thank you enough. I am blessed to have you as a friend. Thank you to the nurses and doctors at Parry Sound Hospital’s ER and ICU, your compassion and attentiveness is greatly appreciated.

And to the Cardiac Care Unit at RVH, Dr. Kang, Dr. Kotowycz and especially the nurses in both the angioplasty day surgery and cardiac care unit, you are simply amazing. I was so well taken care of and had my needs advocated for by all of you. We are so extremely fortunate to have the Cardiac Care Unit at RVH, so close to us. I am on the mend. As I have been advised, recovery is a marathon not a sprint. Again, thank you all so very much, I am sure my healing has been assisted by all the love shown me these last two months.

Lori Clarke

RIGNEY, James Edward passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 7, 2021, at the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital in his 85th year. Jim, beloved husband of the late Georgina (2019) will be deeply missed by his children Michael (Julie), Martin (Janice), Monte (Kim) and Roxanne (Doug) Young; forever cherished by his grandchildren Megan (Trevor), Matthew, Kaitlyn, Braeden (Allison), Austin (Jodie), Colin (Keanna), Jocelyn (Nick), Lindsay, Mackenzie, Wilson and Everett. He will be remembered by his brothers Ken and Walter and their families and his dear friend Elsie Longson. He was predeceased by his brother Maurice and sister Dorothy. As per his wishes cremation has taken place. A private graveside service will be held. Family and friends are invited to a come and go celebration of Jim’s life on Saturday, Sept. 11, at the family farm 9127 17/18 Sideroad, Singhampton between 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to the Singhampton Community Center would be appreciated by the family. Friends may visit Jim’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, September 10, 2021 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.

Youth Center Coordinator Temporary Full-Time October 2021 – November

Clearview Township is currently seeking a temporary full-time Youth Center Coordinator Clearview Township stretches south from the shores of Georgian Bay, in the heartland of one of Ontario’s most beautiful recreation areas; - just a 90-minute drive from Toronto and other major centers in Southern Ontario. The region has a long history as one of Ontario’s favourite tourist and vacation destinations, attracting over 2 million visitors annually. Our community offers all the modern urban amenities with the attractiveness and friendly charm of small-town quality of life.

Qualifications: A recognized degree or diploma in Social Services / Social Work and or Recreation and Leisure with 3 to 5 years related experience including supervisory experience. In addition, Non-violent Crisis Prevention Training, current CPR “C” with AED, First Aid Certification, Food Handler’s Certification, and a valid driver’s licence are essential to this role.

Responsibilities: Reporting to the General Manager Parks, Culture and Recreation, the Youth Center Coordinator participates in the development, coordination, supervision, scheduling and marketing of youth centre recreational programs and activities (for 12 to 17 years of age) and the management of the youth centre.

The preferred candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of implementing, scheduling, administering and evaluating services within a Youth Center.

Student – General Help Arena Creemore Arena / Community Centre – 2 Positions Stayner Arena / Community Centre – 2 Positions Temporary part-time September 2021 – April 2022 Clearview Township is currently seeking 4 temporary part-time Student General Help Arena Positions. Two positions are located in the Creemore Arena / Community Centre and two positions at the Stayner Arena / Community Centre and are to begin mid-September.

Responsibilities: Regular cleaning of arena change-rooms, washrooms, arena lobby, community hall, meeting rooms and kitchen. As well as ice maintenance duties and ensuring the flood room / refrigeration room is organized and tidy. Provide excellent customer service to the general public and patrons, answering questions and assisting with inquiries. Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications and Abilities required • Must be at least 15 years of age • Ability to be available to work weekday evenings as well as anytime on Saturdays and Sundays • Must have reliable source of transportation to and from work • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team • Possess good customer service skills • Must be physically able to perform required duties • Knowledge of arena operations is an asset Wage: $16.06 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer.

Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2021-023, indicating their preference of location (Creemore or Stayner) to Human Resources by September 10, 2021, to: hr@clearview. ca

They must be able to follow procedures with respect to recognizing youth at risk in accordance with the Child and Family Services Act. Experience and proven ability creating a liaison with the Clearview Youth Center, community organizations and corporations, youth-related agencies and education institutions to coordinate and promote activities.

Salary: The salary range offered for this position is $56,329 to $68,468 per year plus a competitive benefits package.

Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer.

Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2021-026 to Human Resources by October 1, 2021, to: hr@ clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Please visit: www.clearview.ca

School Crossing Guards – Permanent and Relief Positions Clearview Township is seeking School Crossing Guards – Permanent and Relief to begin as soon as possible to work in various locations within Clearview Township.

Enjoy a light work schedule while earning some extra income. Clearview offers full and compensable training to all employees including online accessibility and safety training, hands-on and on-the-job training as well as a new employee orientation. Employees are paid their hourly rate of pay for participating in the training.

Responsibilities - To safely assist children crossing the street, to and from school.

- To be available Monday to Friday during the school year.

Qualifications and Abilities required - Must be physically fit.

- Able to work outside during adverse weather conditions.

- Able to communicate with and direct children in a clear manner.

- Must be able to provide a clean police background and vulnerable person’s check.

- Possess 20/20 vision (with corrective lenses if needed).

- Must have reliable transportation to crossing location.

Wage:

$21.10 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

Training: All required training and crossing guard apparel is provided by Clearview Township Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer.

Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2021-025 to Human Resources: hr@clearview.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer.

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Please visit: www.clearview.ca

Please visit: www.clearview.ca