The Creemore
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Refugee shares story at fundraiser for Ukraine by Trina Berlo Jim Slattery has invited his Ukrainian friend Andrew Melnyk to Creemore to speak at a fundraiser for the Canada Ukraine Foundation. Slattery said he was inspired to do something to help after Russian invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, so far resulting in the death of more than 2,000 civilians and displacing close to 3.5 million refugees. “People don’t know what to do. I didn’t know what to do,” said Slattery. He thought of his friend Melnyk, an educator and historian who has authored a book about his family’s experience as refugees after the Second World War. In My Father’s Mill, Melnyk tells the tale of returning to Ukraine after the fall of the iron curtain, a journey he made with his wife Chrystyna Tatomyr. The couple met while skiing in Quebec and realized they had a common experience; they had both been born in what was then called Galicia, a region that now spans western Ukraine and eastern Poland, at the height of the war. As the Red Army approached, they fled (See “Ukrainians” on page 3)
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Jim Slattery (centre) with Andrew Melnyk and Chrystyna Tatomyr at a protest and fundraiser held outside the Russian embassy in Toronto on Feb. 27.
Speed issue parked to allow for legal input by Trina Berlo Clearview council has voted to refer approved speed reductions to staff, directing them to seek legal advice on liability, insurability, and whether council was required to follow its Traffic Calming Policy when making the decisions. The move is another turn on a long and winding road that is close to resulting in the lowering of posted speeds from 80 km/hr down to 60 km/hr on Fairgrounds Road, River Road/Concession 6 and the 10th Concession. The speed limit debate was back on the agenda Monday because Councillor Connie Leishman put forward a motion to reconsider the decision. This allowed
council to then refer the items back to staff, which passed unanimously. Although the 10th Concession was not specifically discussed at Monday’s council meeting, it was swept up in the referral process after Gord Zeggil, in an effort to put a stop to the speed reductions, tabled a legal opinion in support of his claim that council disregarded its own Traffic Calming Policy when making the decision, specifically with regard to public consultation. Staff will investigate if the policy is relevant to the topic of rural roads, which have come to serve as routes for through-traffic. Deputy director of public works Dan Perreault said speed reduction is not a measure outlined in
the policy. “Arbitrary, unrealistic and nonuniform limits have created a socially acceptable disregard for the speed limits,” said Zeggil during a March 21 deputation, presenting data that unrealistic speed limits will actually increase the risk of collisions and decrease compliance, and increase safety risks to pedestrians and cyclists. “A reasonable speed limit offers an effective enforcement tool to the police by clearly separating the occasional violator from the reasonable majority.” Zeggil solicited a legal opinion from Steven J. O’Melia of Miller Thomson Lawyers that said the policy should have been followed.
“…It is our opinion that township council has not followed the rules it established for itself in its Traffic Calming Policy. Not doing so renders any decisions that are made pursuant to that flawed process more vulnerable to a legal challenge. While the outcome of such a challenge can never be predicted with certainty, it is clear that the township’s failure to adhere to its own rules would form part of the judicial consideration, writes O’Melia in a letter dated March 21. “It is not too late for the township to correct these deficiencies by carrying out the process set out in the policy prior to making a decision on a bylaw to (See “Opposition” on page 3)
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Saturday, March 26
• The Creemore Skating Club Carnival Ice Show is Back. The skaters of the Creemore Skating Club are pleased to present our Carnival Ice Show at 4 p.m. at the Creemore Arena titled “Counting On.” The ice show features the skaters of the Creemore Skating Club (from 3 years of age and older). Admission prices at the door. Adults $8, Seniors $5 and Students $2.
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• The Creemore Tennis Club AGM will be held virtually on Zoom at 2 p.m. There will be information at the meeting on this year's lesson programs, coaching and tournaments. If you are interested in attending, please text 705790-2518 for the link.
April 1, 2 and 3
• Clearview's first-ever 3 on 3 Spring Fever Youth Hockey Tournament. The tournament is open to Youth Under 9 to Under 14 with $5,000 in prizes, trophies and draws! At Stayner Community Centre and Creemore Community Centre. Registration Closes: Tuesday March 22. For more information visit www.discoverclearview.ca.
Saturday, April 2
• Fundraiser for Ukrainian Relief at Station on the Green Saturday, April 2 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Guest speaker Andrew Melnyk, historian, educator and author of My Grandfather’s Mill will share his family’s story as Ukrainians and their journey to freedom. Donations are being accepted for the Canada-Ukraine Foundation. For more information contact Jim at 416-605-8787.
Saturday, April 16
• Easter in the Valley hosted by the Creemore BIA. Enjoy a scavenger hunt, meet the Easter Bunny and enter to win great prizes. Watch The Echo for more info. • Family Easter Egg Hunt from 10 a.m. to noon at Mad River Park. Geared to ages: 0-11. Fun for the whole family. Take pictures with the Easter Bunny. Enjoy colouring, scavenger hunt and an Easter basket draw. Hosted by Clearview Community Church. For more information contact sarahburt365@gmail.com. • The Bowie Lives: A David Bowie Spectacular, 8 p.m. at the Historic Gayety Theatre. www. thebowielives.com for more info.
Sunday, April 17 and Monday, April 18
• The Stayner Toy & Collectable Show at the Stayner Legion 10 am to 4 pm each day. Free admission. Donations to the Legion appreciated.
Saturday, June 18
• SAVE THE DATE - Farms for Change fundraiser at the New Farm. Enjoy great music and food while raising money for food security and justice organizations.
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Ukrainian Creemore resident Lora Prakapenka and her son Yuri joined Jim Slattery at the Creemore Farmers' Market last Saturday to promote the upcoming fundraiser for the Clearview Ukrainian Refugee Relief fund. They will be there again this Saturday.
'Ukrainians have tasted freedom, there is no going back' (Continued from page 1) to Displaced Persons camps in Austria and Germany, where they lived for several years before finding freedom in Canada and the United States. During the first half of the 20th Century, Ukrainians were the victims of genocidal starvation, eradication of language and destabilization of religious beliefs. The 2022 invasion disrupts the longest period of independence since the 17th Century. Melnyk and Tatomyr were not able to return to Ukraine until 1993. When they returned again years later they observed that the young people had embraced the Ukrainian language, and English, welcomed Westerners and abandoned Sovietism. “Ukrainians have tasted freedom.
There is no going back,” writes Melnyk in the final thoughts of the book, published in 2003. The Canada Ukraine Foundation is currently focussing on getting funds for the Displaced People as they arrive in the GTA, about 600 have already arrived with more on the way. The event is a fundraiser for the newly formed Clearview Ukrainian Refugee Relief fund, which will provide funds to the Canada-Ukraine Foundation The event will be held at Station on the Green in Creemore on Saturday, April 2 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Books will be available for purchase. Donate directly at www.cufoundation.ca. For more information, contact Jim Slattery at 416-605-8787.
Apply for permits, launch bylaw complaints online Clearview Township has launched its new CityView portal, providing online services. Users can complete a variety of actions online including: Submitting a bylaw complaint, applying and paying for a building permit, requesting a building inspection, conducting a
property search, and applying for a special event permit or a backyard chicken permit. Some functions are available only to registered users. Go to www.clearview.ca/buildingplanning to explore option and set up an account.
Nottawa Hall's arts, beer and cider fest is back Nottawa Memorial Community Centre is bringing back its Annual Arts and Craft Beer and Cider Fest on Saturday, April 23. An admission fee of $20 includes a wee commemorative mug and five samples of beer and cider.
Extra samples are available for purchase. Light snacks will be available. Drop in between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. to support the hall and say a long awaited cheers to your neighbours. Tickets available at the door.
(Continued from page 1) implement proposed speed reductions.” Zeggil said the township’s traffic study fails to prove that the roads are not safe and that he estimates more than $1 million will be spent on implementing the speed reductions. He is a member of an opposition group questioning the support for the speed reduction, when there is growing dissent. “Clearly, the process to review and potentially reduce the speed limits has not been an open and transparent undertaking. The majority interests of the working people, businesses and farmers have not been properly considered,” said Zeggil. “In my opinion there has been political lobbying and fear mongering within our council that has affected the decision-making process as it relates to the traffic study. I am asking council to reject the proposed bylaws and get back to the business of running our township in an open, honest and transparent manner. Please respect the wishes of the majority of Clearview Township taxpayers and stop the speed reductions.” Mayor Doug Measures extended his respect to Zeggil for bringing to his attention the procedural failure to follow the Traffic Calming Policy.
“Elected officials are citizens doing citizens’ work,” said Measures. “That’s what we are trying to do here, and it’s complicated and frankly, there’s a lot of procedural gymnastics that go on to get to motions at a council table that move this municipality forward.” He said he believes the roads are safe but also urged people to “slow the hell down.” Thom Paterson was the only council member to vote against the motion to reconsider. He said design restrictions were another important factor in determining speed. “One of the things I worry about when we get too polarized on this issue – if we start undermining some of the decisions that we make now, to actually find a framework to work better on these decisions – I’m afraid we’re going to have more political decisions by council than solid traffic design decisions from our staff, that council and the public can look at,” said Paterson. “Yes, it’s easy to point out all the difficulties, some of the inconsistencies, and some of the areas that are hard to understand but it’s a lot harder to find the right solutions to keep our roads safe.” Council has asked that staff bring the issue back to the table by June 30.
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Self care at a crucial time HEALTH MATTERS
I usually write about some sort of body detox or cleanse in the Spring, however, it feels trivial with the state of the world right now. Many of us are experiencing an overwhelming amount of Kate distress with regards to the war HUNTER in Ukraine. I have been truly moved by the collective, global response of support toward Ukrainians. However, there are countless others who are not so lucky to receive such media coverage, representation, and global support. I stand with Ukraine, and with all who continue to be harmed by systems of oppression all over the world. On top of collecting donations for the Red Cross, I want to offer a few suggestions to take care of our spirits inside of our own bodies that can be put into practice right now. My first recommendation is to take an adaptogen to help our systems withstand stressors. I am currently taking Ashwagandha powder in my morning oats or smoothie to better help my system feel less of a shock when stressors arise in my daily life. It helps give me the space between being reactive and responsive. The second recommendation is to protect your immune system. Stress, specifically our stress hormone Cortisol, is the strongest deterrent of a healthy immune system. Astragalus is a great herb to keep your immune system functioning high. This herb is best taken for 14 days and then a five-day break and then repeat. This gives your system a chance to acclimatize to the herb. Thirdly, I am trying to commit to carving out 10 minutes per day to meditate. I listen to The Calm app and it helps me clear my mind (temporarily!) and set an intention for the day before I get swept up in busyness. I highly recommend setting an alarm on your phone for a daily sit to just breathe and really be present with all that you have going on in your body. My fourth recommendation is to read James Clear’s book – Atomic Habits. This book was life changing for me. It is so easy for us all to get stuck in the lows of our own realities and have a hard time coming out of them. Clear outlines how small intentional daily habits get you to the goal self that you want to be. He uses an example of a lady who wanted to be healthier, which I see in practice all the time, and instead of rigorous dieting or exercise she simply made all of her choices throughout the day from the perspective of “ what would a healthy person do”. These small tweaks brought her to her goal of wellness by creating sustainable daily habits. Lastly, I think it is important to monitor our news intake. I’m not saying to dissociate from what is happening in the world, but tailor it to an amount of information that your nervous system can tolerate. For me, this means no news in the mornings and only allowing myself about 15 minutes to catch up on the days events later in the day. I am wishing you all a beautiful start to spring and to take care of yourself with compassion and patience.
Creemore School 1971 – Front row: Vera Melville, Jean Hopper, Lindsey Bell, Donalda Mackey, Mary Black. Back row: Audrey Davidson, Marion Hawkins, ?, Marion McArthur, Ruth Day. Photo submitted by Marion McArthur.
LETTERS
Motorists reacting to unsafe cyclists Editor: Councillor Paterson states that he has made every effort to engage the public on the issues of traffic calming. I live in the village and neither myself nor my neighbours have heard from the councillor. His interests are confined to a small group of supporters. It is time that these councillors realize that they are elected to voice the views of the entire community and not personal views or the desires of the minority lobbyists. Councillor Paterson makes statements such as one where he states that reducing the speed on Fairgrounds road is needed to make it safe, it is too expensive to widen or flatten the road he claims… How ridiculous is that! Firstly the safety issues are of his own creation, and secondly, many roads have been deemed unsafe for bicycles so why not take the least impactful approach and prohibit bicycles on these routes in the interest of safety. The main issue I find on Fairgrounds Road is when cresting a hill, all of a sudden there are bicycles four abreast in the middle of the road forcing me to slow and then go around them, how many of you are nodding in agreement just now? Reducing the speed limit will not change this! Motorists are not creating an unsafe condition, they
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are simply reacting to unsafe bicyclists who do not obey the rules of the road. So council’s solution is to restrict my movements? I will be voting in the next election and I encourage everyone to get out and vote. Stop restricting our movements to appease a dozen or so individuals who don’t want to ride single file along the edge of the road as they should, elect councillors that represent the community and not the lobbyists. Don Laverdure, Creemore.
Spring thaw reveals unwelcome discovery Editor: 78! Whilst walking along the side road between the parking lot and the Creemore Nature Conservancy entrance gate (AKA The Mingay), I counted 78 piles of dog poop! Yes. 78. Since people seem unable to bring their own poop bags maybe the conservation area might consider supplying them. Dale Gee, Dunedin.
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SMDHU medical officer of health releases special statement as restrictions are eased
Editor: In response to a letter to the editor I wrote some time ago about speed reductions a person phoned me to take issue with my position. He has been at the forefront in lobbying for speed reductions, complaining about speeding in front of his property. During the conversation I asked how fast he drives and he admitted that in an 80 km/hr zone he regularly drives close to a 100 and his wife has to admonish him when goes over a 100. I makes me wonder how many other people who demand speed reductions obey speed limits when they pass other people’s property. As the saying goes, let he who is without sin cast the first stone. Paul Vorstermans, Creemore.
In response to the province’s recent lifting of restrictions and the mandatory mask requirements for most indoor settings as of March 21, Simcoe Muskoka’s Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Dr. Charles Gardner has released a special statement to those who live, work and visit Simcoe Muskoka, urging residents to continue practicing basic public health preventive measures to reduce transmission of COVID-19.
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Kudos to one of the good ones Editor: As the world teeters on the brink of World War 3, talking about the sport of hockey seems pretty week and fruitless at the same time, but nevertheless I want to recognize an individual who has gone far above the call of duty when it comes to being a general manager of a Junior C hockey team. I first met Sandy Bell in the summer of 2015 when our son was trying to make a junior hockey team after his time was up in Creemore. At the time, Sandy was the GM of the Caledon Golden Hawks – he liked what he saw in Brendan and so began a five-year Junior C career. Seven years later and with a different club, Sandy reaches the 1,000th game milestone of being behind the bench with a Junior C hockey team. This equates to roughly 20-plus years – a milestone that I hope the OHA recognized him for. While trying to talk him into coming to Creemore last summer to help me out with the Coyotes, he showed me a text he had received from a former Caledon player, who had almost finished his studies to become a medical doctor. “That’s what it’s all about,” he said to me. So kudos to you Sandy Bell for not looking for any monetary gain or personal benefit but instead helping to mentor these young men as they enter the workforce and start a career. If only there were more people like Sandy in the business. Stop in at the Shelburne Woodland and say hi to Sandy. I’m sure he’ll be up in his Ivory tower trying to sort through all the paperwork on his desk. Tom Macham, New Lowell.
Correction Creemore Coyotes “superfan” Sparkie Duits was inadvertently omitted from the game day staff.
On March 11, 2022, we reached a significant milestone – the two-year anniversary of COVID-19 being declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). Now recognized in Canada as the National Day of Observance for COVID-19, this day served to remind us of the long duration of this pandemic, and of the serious strain and stress it has placed upon us as individuals and as a society. COVID-19 has taken its toll on all of us in many ways, with over 36,000 reported cases (and countless more unreported cases) and more than 400 deaths to date in Simcoe Muskoka. Many have endured severe infection requiring hospital care, prolonged health effects, and many others have lost loved ones. There would have been numerous more infections and deaths without public health measures - the self-identification, testing and isolation of cases and contacts, mask use in indoor public spaces and workplaces, capacity limits and restrictions on businesses and workplaces, and the vaccination of the great majority of the population. These measures have been difficult to bear, impacting on us all, including on our financial, educational, physical and mental well-being. It has been through the collective efforts of all of you that we have managed the pandemic and limited its impacts. I commend you all, the citizens of Simcoe Muskoka, the staff of the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU), and the many health care agencies, municipalities, businesses, organizations, and volunteers who have come together to manage this crisis. I express my sorrow for the hardship, illness and death that has taken place. Two years in we are now experiencing a dramatic shift in the province’s response to the pandemic, as more and more public health measures are eased, and we move towards a ‘learning to live with COVID-19’ approach. Recently in Ontario (as in several other
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Dr. Charles Gardner provinces) all capacity limits for indoor and outdoor settings were lifted, proof of vaccination is no longer required, and the guidelines for isolation were revised to be less stringent based on vaccination status. On March 21, all masking requirements were lifted in all settings except in public transportation, healthcare, long-term care and other congregate settings. These changes are happening with the decline in transmission and hospitalization that has taken place following the peak of the fifth wave of COVID-19 – arguably the most severe pandemic wave to date due to the highly transmissible Omicron variant. Although public safety measures have been lifted, we must remember that learning to live with COVID-19 does not mean that it is gone or that the pandemic is over. We are still experiencing a substantial amount of transmission in our communities. With the easing of public health measures there is the potential for some increase in transmission in the weeks to come. Wi t h t h e O m i c r o n v a r i a n t , transmission can still occur among those vaccinated (although this is reduced with a booster dose, and two and three dose vaccination does substantially reduce the risk of severity). Mask use, physical distancing, ensuring HVAC systems are maintained and in good working order and hand washing (or the application of alcohol hand rub) are relatively simple ways to help reduce risk. Self-isolating when ill is still needed to prevent spread to others. I strongly urge and recommend that all people continue to employ these measures to help protect yourselves, those around you and those you love from COVID-19. There are many in
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our communities who are at high risk of severity and death; your actions can help protect them from getting the virus while protecting yourself. This disease is still actively circulating in our communities and still requires our ongoing attention. I also ask all Simcoe Muskoka residents to be patient, kind and compassionate towards others, respecting their choice whether or not they continue to wear a mask in public and to take the other precautions that I have advised, and to respect the choice of businesses and organizations that may keep in place policies requiring these measures. With the ongoing transmission that we see, it is very important that people receive all vaccination doses for which they are eligible. Although more than 80 per cent of our eligible population is vaccinated with their first and second dose, there is still a percentage who have not been vaccinated, and almost half (47 per cent) of those eligible have not received a booster dose. A booster does help to reduce the risk of becoming infected with COVID-19 and transmitting to others, and it provides better protection against severe illness than the primary vaccination series. I believe that we are likely to experience a significant reduction in transmission later in the spring and summer. However, new and potentially more transmissible variants of concern of COVID-19 may arise at any point, and due to its seasonality it is likely that we will also see some increased COVID-19 transmission in the fall and winter to come. Given this, going forward it is important for our wellbeing to take the opportunities we have to spend time with family and friends during periods of reduced spread, while being prepared for future increases in transmission. As warmer weather approaches, we can take advantage of these occasions in a safer way knowing that being outdoors, while taking the other precautions, will reduce the risk of transmission. The pandemic has been extremely difficult for us all. However, through our collective and individual actions to abide by public health measures including vaccination, we have prevented many more cases, hospitalizations and deaths from occurring and I commend the people in Simcoe Muskoka for this. Dr. Charles Gardner, Medical Officer of Health, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.
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Hollywood A-listers donate to Water First Actors Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively have announced they are making a donation to Water First in support of locally-based, hands-on skills training and education programs. Their $500,000 contribution will provide resources for more young Indigenous adults to become water treatment plant operators and environmental water science technicians, as well as engage Indigenous school-aged students in water science. “Access to clean drinking water is a basic human right. Canada is home to over 20 per cent of the planet’s freshwater, an abundance that’s envied around the world,” said Reynolds. “There’s absolutely no reason Indigenous communities should not have access to safe, clean water. All the individuals involved, whether they are operating water systems or monitoring their local water bodies, are critical. We appreciate Water First’s focus on supporting young, Indigenous adults to become certified water operators and environmental technicians. These folks are helping to ensure sustainable access to safe, clean water locally, now and for the future. Blake and I are thrilled to support this important work.” One of the most fundamental challenges in Canada today is the lack of sustainable access to safe, clean water in many Indigenous communities, says Water First. Successive federal governments have failed to address the
issue, with the likelihood of having no access to safe, clean water still far more prevalent in the lives of Indigenous Peoples, compared to non-Indigenous populations in Canada. At least 15 per cent, or approximately one in six First Nations communities in Canada, are still under a drinking water advisory. Many Indigenous communities with water challenges have identified the need for more young, qualified and local personnel to support solving water challenges. Water First has been in discussions with Ryan and Blake since January to share more about the organization’s approach to partnering and collaborating with Indigenous communities to help increase local water-science capacity. “From our first conversation with Ryan, his genuine interest in supporting education and training opportunities for young Indigenous adults and youth has been clear. Many Indigenous community partners are reaching out to Water First to explore options to strengthen local technical capacity in the water field. Ryan and Blake’s tremendous support will significantly increase Water First’s ability to offer hands-on skills training to more Indigenous youth and young adults from coast to coast to coast,” said John Millar, executive director and founder at Water First. “We are proud to support the steps Indigenous communities are taking to address local water challenges independently and for the long term.”
Brush Away Winter
with Purple hills arts & heritage society is back! We are looking for creative people of all ages to help fill the windows of Creemore! Register at PHAHS.ca and get a free 10x10 inch canvas to be picked up at The Echo, or purchase your own canvas, board, or use any 10-inch square surface to create your masterpiece! Perhaps you might use a new medium you learned with the Creemore Art Challenge. Paint, draw, print, collage, photograph... the sky’s the limit! Return your finished piece to the Echo between 10am-4pm on April 1-10 and we’ll arrange to have it on display in a local Creemore business’s window. Stroll the streets of Creemore in April to see all of the amazing local talent! And, don't forget to take a picture of your creation and post it on your social media with #purplehillsarts for dates and details visit phahs.ca and facebook and instagram @purplehillsarts
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Partners announce new internship for water treatment plant operators T h i s Wo r l d Wa t e r D a y, Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council (NSTC), with seven member First Nations in Northern Ontario and Creemore-based charity Water First Education and Training Inc. announce their partnership to deliver the NSTC Water First Internship, a drinking water treatment and environmental water science training program for young Indigenous adults. Approximately 14 interns will be recruited from seven participating First Nations communities across the tribal council’s region to pursue Operator in Training (OIT), Entry Level Course (ELC), and Water Quality Analyst (WQA) certifications, which help trainees begin their careers in the water field. The collaboration will address the local community-identified need for the recruitment and training of more young adults to the field of water science. The comprehensive internship and certification program helps increase local, technical capacity in the water management field, not only for today, but for future generations as well. Mamaweswen CEO Angus Toulouse said, “We started discussing this potential project with Water First in the fall of 2021. Today, we are excited to announce a partnership that will help recruit and train young Indigenous adults in the field of drinking water treatment. Current operators in our member communities do a terrific job with the resources available to them, and it’s recognized that more young, local operators are needed to help continue providing safe drinking water to our residents. With their focus on running local water plants, our operators are simply too busy to also design and deliver a comprehensive recruitment, training and tutoring program like the one Water First offers. Through this important partnership, we look forward to supporting the next generation of local water operators who will help protect the health and wellbeing of their communities and families.” The NSTC Water First Internship is partly funded through North Shore Tribal Council and member First Nation program resources, together with the support of Water First’s donors. During the Internship program, commencing summer of 2022, each intern can accumulate approximately 1,800 hours
of on-the-job experience in water treatment plants, which is a part of the certification process. Through the 15-month program, interns pursue provincial certifications, which can lead to work in both drinking water treatment and the environmental water field. “The Internship program is designed to support young Indigenous adults to obtain the provincial water treatment certifications and experience required to become water treatment plant operators. Through a mix of locally based trainings and hands-on experience in water plants, the interns learn and apply the skills needed to perform an important role for communities in addressing local water challenges, both now and in the future. We look forward to partnering with Mamaweswen to implement this critical program,” said John Millar, executive director at Water First. To date, Water First has successfully implemented three internship partnerships including: one in partnership with eight First Nations in the Georgian Bay area that will see interns graduate in the fall of 2022, and two completed internships with the Bimose Tribal Council and eleven affiliated First Nations, and the pilot on Manitoulin Island in partnership with seven First Nations through the United Chiefs and Councils of Mnidoo Mnising, Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory, and the Anishinabek Nation. Nathan Pamajewon, a Water First intern from Shawanaga First Nation, shares, “I believe this to be a career for myself. I’ve enjoyed all the experiences so far; that I have been given the chance to obtain greater things in life. I want to see our community grow and become the best it can be; provide the best and safe drinking water for my community, or another community that’s not mine.” Many First Nations with drinking water challenges have identified the need for more young, qualified and local personnel to support solving water issues independently and for the longer term. Indigenous communities do not receive adequate, locally based education, training and employment support when it comes to attracting and retaining young people in the water science fields. These supports are critical to ensuring the long-term sustainability of Indigenous drinking water systems.
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Brush Away Winter on now The community is invited to “Brush Away Winter” by participating in a free community art project. The idea is that everyone, no matter the skill level, is encouraged to create a piece of art on a 10-by-10 inch surface. It can be any medium, on any theme. Participants will see their artwork displayed in the windows of Creemore businesses starting in April. Participants can also use their own 10-by-10 canvas, piece of wood, cardboard or any other surface for the base of their art. There are 100 canvases available, with one per household available free and others for a suggested donation of $10. The volunteer driven project is sponsored by Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society. Donations and memberships to PHAHS are welcome to help cover the costs of community arts and heritage projects. To participate, register online at phahs.ca. Canvases can be picked up at The Creemore Echo, at 3 Caroline St. W.
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Paper artist Liz Eakins creating a 10-by-10 piece. Finished works should be returned to The Echo between April 1 and 10, if the creators wish for it to be displayed in one of the downtown businesses. Make sure to include a name and contact info. Participants are encouraged to take a photo of their artwork before submitted it to post on social media. Tag @purplehillsarts, and use the hashtag #purplehillsarts.
DEADLINE: MARCH 31st 2022
CREEMORE VILLAGE GREEN JOB POSTING Creemore Village Green Manager $50,000 range + benefits + 4 weeks paid vacation Start Date: June 2022 The Creemore Village Green will open this Summer. We are seeking a community builder to work with Creemore’s community organizations and businesses to produce yearround events and programs in the Village Green. A GREAT COLLABORATOR
Simcoe-Grey MP Community Leader Awards Recognizing Volunteer Excellence in Simcoe-Grey
This is a high energy, highly collaborative role. The community is your client. You will handle event planning, booking, set-up, management and take down. You will create a community events calendar and build teams of volunteers around each of these activities. You will also coordinate with the team of Clearview Parks, Culture & Recreation and community organizations. STRONG PRESENTATION SKILLS
You will research and write grants and develop fundraising and sponsorship presentations. You will manage the Village Green’s communications: Instagram and Facebook posts, website updates, promotional ads and public relations. AN EXCELLENT STEWARD
You are responsible for the beauty, safety and maintenance of the Village Green. To assist you, you will hire and manage a part time groundskeeper.
Recognize a deserving volunteer in your community by nominating them for the Simcoe—Grey MP Community Leader Award!
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LEARN MORE OR TO APPLY FOR THIS OPENING, PLEASE EMAIL THE VILLAGE GREEN MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE AT CREEMOREVILLAGEGREEN@GMAIL.COM The Village Green Management Committee comprises Sara Sniderhan (Chair), Joan Gordon and Kavitha Karnaker. The Village Green Manager reports to this committee.
Contact the Office of MP Terry Dowdal for the Nomination forms:
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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, March 25, 2022
Youth Centre adopts new youth-driven committee structure by Trina Berlo Beginning at the new term of council the Clearview Youth Centre will be adopting a new youth-driven approach to its committee. A new Youth Advisory Committee will take the place of the existing committee, which was established in 2016 to get the new youth centre up
and running. Of the new five-member committee, three will be youth members between the ages of 14-18, serving a two-year term, supported by one adult representative and one council representative, serving a four-year term. The idea is to seek input, generate ideas and opportunities for youth
to acquire leadership skills through meaningful engagement in the community, focussing on how to further connect and involve youth in the community. The Clearview Youth Centre aims to take a more youth-driven focus on matters pertaining to youth and provide ideas that will assist in offering
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viable programming at the township’s Youth Centre and across Clearview Township. Youth members will be eligible to receive high school volunteer hours/ credit for their committee work. Recruitment for the committee will begin after the municipal election, on October 24.
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Cybergnomes FRC team begins competition season As the Cybergnomes Vex Team and the Cybergirls wind down their season, the Cybergnomes FRC Team 2013 ramp up for competition. On Jan. 8, First Robotics released this year’s game, Rapid React. The “Game” involves loading cargo balls into one of two round “Hubs” using a 100-pound robot that the team designs and builds. The Gnomes have been in the shop the last two and a half months learning skills to help them design, build and program a robot that will complete these tasks. Now, those months of hard work will be put to the test when the Gnomes head to York University for their first event on March 26th. Last year saw FIRST move all activities online and the team is so excited to be going back to in person competition for 2022. The District
events have been scaled back to one day and the number of teams and matches have been scaled back for each event. Rubber met the mat in preparation for their upcoming event. The builders and the programmers along with their mentors have developed a fast robot that can shoot “cargo” balls and hang. This is an amazing feat for our small, young team. The competition season will see the team enter events at York University, Nippising University and Provincial Championships in Mississauga. The Team wants to thank all their sponsors as they were quick to support the team when we started our build this year. Submitted by Sophia Vermilyea amd Deb Bronée.
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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, March 25, 2022
New detachment commander installed at Huronia West OPP Inspector Leah Gilfoy has been appointed Detachment Commander at Huronia West OPP, having served as interim detachment commander since October. Huronia West OPP says Gilfoy is a proven police leader with over 30 years of combined dedicated service with Toronto Police Service, Orangeville Police Service and the OPP. She is also a former Deputy Chief of Police and a Zone Director for the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP). Currently, she is the Chair of the Ontario Women in Law Enforcement (OWLE) Advisory Council and a member of the OPP
Sexual Harassment Prevention Project. Gilfoy is a graduate of McMaster University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Honours Diploma in Human Resource Management from Humber College, Graduate of the Police Leadership Program at the University of Toronto, Rotman School of Business and Graduate of the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy of Police Leadership Program. She has extensive professional development in areas of learning including but not limited to police leadership, police science, investigative and professional courses. Gilfoy also has extensive operational, administrative and
leadership experience in areas such as uniform, neighbourhood policing, planning, criminal investigations, major crimes, drug investigations, crime management, executive administration, professional standards, duty inspector, staff development and planning and business finance. “As a proud resident of Wasaga Beach with a vested interest in the betterment of our policing services within our community, I am honoured to be your Detachment Commander for Huronia West,” said Gilfoy. “I am looking forward to leading the men and women of the OPP Huronia Detachment and developing those
respectful and honest working partnerships within the community to improve and ensure that our communities are safe, our citizens are protected and public safety is preserved now and into the future.” The OPP says it is committed to building trusting and collaborative relationships with its communities, stakeholders and partners to better serve the community and keep its citizens safe and to serving the province, including the Townships of Clearview and Springwater and the Town of Wasaga Beach, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.
Creemore Curling Club standings Daytime Team win-loss Walker 5-1 Coulter 3-2 Gallaugher 3-2 Bell 3-3 McDougall 0-6 From the Hack: Generally speaking, there is a tendency to celebrate the shotmaking of the vice and skip, because they are the last players who make the shots that determine how points will be scored each end. However, the fact remains that the front end of each team have very important roles to play. They are the ones who set up the stones to enable the vices and skips to raise or hide behind, in order to score points. So, this week, let’s send out kudos to the front end players; Gail and Marty for Team Walker, Sandy and Ann for Team Coulter, Jim and Joan for Team Bell, Linda and Barb for Team McDougall, and Mary and Karen for Team Gallaugher, as well as Paul and Angelina, our super-spares! On Wednesday, Marian, Karen, Mary and Sandy, of Team Gallaugher, were on the broom every shot, taking down the giants, Team Walker. A well deserved win for them! Good curling everyone!
Men Team D Millsap Fuller J Millsap Wilson Verstegen Walker Cober Flack
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Ladies From the Hack: With Covid restrictions eased further, the curlers were happy to be back to two sweepers and skips sweeping…a game changer. It was a big night for two rookie skips competing for the Foodland trophy. Congratulations to Team McKay on a well played game against the session winner, Team Verstegen. Right down to the last rock thrown, it was an exciting game that had the fans on their feet. They move on to next week's Inter League Challenge. A fun consolation game on Sheet 2 was decided by an incredible take out by Judith to seal the deal. Thanks to Sim Spry, owner of Foodland, for his continued support to Ladies Curling and to our community.
Ladies league winners – Team McKay Lead Heather Harding, second Angelina Stokman, Skip Sandy McKay, and Vice Ann Huskinson.
Nottawa Minor Fastball registration Nottawa Minor Fastball is holding registration at Nottawa Memorial Community Centre from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6.
For a proposed home game schedule, visit Nottawa Minor Fastball Association on Facebook. For more information, email nottawamfa@gmail.com.
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CREEMORE HILLS WINERY Wine for sale by appointment only. Pick-up or delivery. Call/Text 647-5888931, cmorrissey0708@icloud.com. HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 hardcore bales. Stored inside. 519-922-3256.
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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. Sparkling Clean HOUSE CLEANING. I guarantee it! Call Sue at 519-939-8850.
Submit your classified ad by 5 p.m. Tuesday call 705-466-9906, fax 705-466-9908, email info@ creemore.com, $17 + hst for 25 words or less
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FARM HELP WANTED WINSLOW FARMS. Grey Road 4, Singhampton, ON. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Routine feeding and daily care of livestock, farming, farm/heavy equipment operation, ranch maintenance. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Horse and Livestock Care, Farming, Equipment operation, basic mechanical, construction, fencing, and carpentry. Great pay and benefits. If interested please contact Nicole P. at 647-525-7015.
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Mr. Creemore Springs A Celebration of the Life of John Wiggins will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Station on the Green 10 Caroline St. E. Creemore from 1 to 3 p.m. At 2 pm we look forward to sharing memories & raising a glass to celebrate John with family and friends.
Keep Your Keys Safe! If you lose your keys with a War Amps tag attached, we can return them to you by courier, free of charge.
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Council chambers to receive accessibility upgrades, funds Clearview Township has been notified it has been successful in its application for funds to renovate council chambers to make it accessible to those with mobility issues. The money is coming from the federal government’s Enabling Accessibility Fund – Small Projects Component. Clerk Sasha Helmkay reported that the grant in the amount of $99,109 is for the renovation of the horseshoe dais and furniture. The funding cannot be used towards upgrading technology, which
was part of the original application, as that is not an eligible component of the grant. The project must be completed by March 27, 2024 and staff expect to start the work in the spring of 2023. “This funding is welcomed news to the municipality, as with rising costs for construction, it allows for additional monies to be used in conjunction with the already existing budget of $125,000 (includes funding from modernization fund),” reported Helmkay.
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Pool Instructors / Lifeguards (6 positions)
Clearview Township is seeking 6 Pool Instructors / Lifeguards (5 full time and one part time) from June to end of August 2022. To be eligible to apply for a summer student position, you must meet the following criteria:
Be legally entitled to work in Canada as a student Minimum age requirement is 16 Be in possession of a Social Insurance Number at time of hire At time of this application, you must be enrolled in a full-time post-secondary program and have full intentions of returning to full-time studies in the fall of 2022 (information will be verified at time of consideration)
Responsibilities Responsible for providing instructor/lifeguard duties at Stayner outdoor pool. Requirements • • • • • •
Must possess experience in adapting programs for individuals of all ages Previous experience as an Instructor/Lifeguard Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills with experience working with the public Effective decision making and conflict management skills Ability to provide a clean and current Vulnerable Sector Check Possess a current YMCA Instructor’s Certificate, or equivalent, and current CPR.
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All required training and apparel is provided by Clearview Township.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and covering letter, quoting Job # 2022-001 By April 6, 2022, at 3pm to Human Resources at hr@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 Please visit our website at: www.clearview.ca
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The Collingwood General & Marine Hospital is seeking community members to join its Board of Directors. Board members are volunteers and will reflect the diversity of our community and support the hospital’s vision of Outstanding Care – For Life. CGMH is a community hospital providing innovative health care to the residents and visitors of South Georgian Bay. The Board works collaboratively to encourage innovation, support our dedicated employees, physicians and volunteers and build community and healthcare partnerships. To add to the current 10-member board, we are seeking two individuals with the following skills, experience and expertise: • Knowledge of our local communities and our rural context • Experience with social media and strategic communications • Knowledge from and experience within the legal sector • Knowledge from and experience within the financial sector • Accounting designation and experience with public sector finance (key for one position) • Governance experience from previous volunteer activity If you can help our hospital be the best it can be for our community, we want to hear from you.
To review the Board of Director role and complete the application visit CGMH.ON.CA