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Local helping in Ukraine any way he can by Trina Berlo A Canadian man who made great personal sacrifices to relocate to Ukraine says he is not about to leave now. David Cleary says he would rather stay in Kyiv to support Ukrainian soldiers and his community in his adopted homeland in any way he can. Cleary, who grew up in Creemore, moved to Ukraine three years ago to start a new life as an English-as-asecond-language (ESL) teacher at a private school, and make a home in the apartment he had purchased. “Before the war everything was good, even right up to the 23rd of February. Nobody thought anything and then all of a sudden the bombs started,” said Cleary. That night, the invasion began. It was 4 a.m. when the first bomb went off, and then the air raid sirens starting blaring. “It was actually very close. Not close-close but it was close enough. We felt it,” said Cleary. “It was like the world came to an end. Everything just stopped.” Many residents were fleeing. Cleary said he watched from his apartment window as people packed up and left, saying it was like a movie playing out before his eyes. “It was freaky,” he said. “Right after that explosion people were in their cars heading to Lviv, heading to Poland,

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David Cleary (front, left) is presented a certificate from the Ukrainian military for volunteering at a shelter for soldiers. Originally from Creemore, Cleary has been living in Kyiv for three years. they were heading west.” He said people were not expecting the scale and boldness of the attack, it was worse than what they thought was possible. “I’m still very positive Ukraine will win this,” said Cleary, who has no intention to leave. “I could have left long ago, but why? I’ve even had the military ask me that question… I feel I can do more here, helping in whatever

way I can.” Since Feb. 25 he was spending long hours volunteering at a shelter set up to feed the military, feeding about 1,000 meals to soldiers on a typical day, and about 3,500 at Easter. The long hours combined with the curfew made it easier for Cleary to bunk at the shelter, retuning home every few days to shower and check in with neighbours. (See “Cleary” on page 3)

GreenPAC endorses PC candidate GreenPAC is endorsing SimcoeGrey candidate Brian Saunderson as one of 13 candidates across all parties who it believes will put the environment first if elected to Ontario’s legislature. GreenPAC is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization working to elect and support environmental leaders of all major parties running for office. S a u n d e r s o n , C o l l i n g w o o d ’s mayor, is the local candidate for the PC Party.

GreenPAC gave the following reasons for endorsing Saunderson: Under his leadership, Collingwood introduced a single-use plastics ban in municipal facilities, declared a climate emergency, completed the town's first greenhouse gas emissions inventory as a member of the Partners in Climate Protection Program. He has spoken up for smart growth and the protection of Simcoe Grey’s green spaces through sound planning, including by

championing stormwater harvesting in new developments to conserve water and improve ecosystem health. Saunderson has also advocated for stewardship of the Great Lakes as a member of the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Cities organization. The list also includes Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman who is running for the Liberals in the Barrie-SpringwaterOro-Medonte riding, and Green Party of Ontario leader Mike Schreiner, who is running in Guelph.

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Trespassers told to vacate The owners of a property north of the Jardine subdivision in Creemore have circulated a letter to residents asking people to vacate the property. “On a recent visit to our property in Creemore, we discovered that people have been using our land without our consent,” writes the owner. The Echo was able to identify the owners of the property identified only as a numbered company but we have not heard back from the author of the letter. The letter says that trailers, construction debris, picnic tables, fire pits, stacked firewood, a portable toilet, and lights were all discovered on the property during a recent visit. “On the advice of our counsel, we require anyone who has items on our property to vacate immediately,” says the letter, which was circulated to the police. “We will be installing a gate at the entrance on Fairgrounds Road.”

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Huronia West OPP are currently investigating a fatal single-vehicle rollover collision in Clearview Township. At about 9:30 p.m. on May 8 police, along with emergency services, responded to a single-vehicle collision on Concession Road 6 North, north of Sideroad 30-31 Nottawasaga in Clearview Township. The initial investigation revealed that a passenger vehicle struck a hydro pole and rolled. The lone driver was pronounced deceased at the scene. Their identity will be withheld until family is notified. O P P Te c h n i c a l C o l l i s i o n Investigators and Reconstructionists attended the scene to assist with the investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage and has not yet spoken with police is asked to call Huronia West OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Saturday, May 14

• Clearview Public Library Stayner branch official opening/parking lot party. Ribbon cutting in front of the doors at 269 Regina St. at 10 a.m. Free family fun, free pancake breakfast (10:30 am to noon), tours of the library, book sale, free cake and ice cream. • St. Luke’s clothing swap. 10 a.m. to noon. Donations of children’s summer and winter clothing will be accepted. Please drop off items Tuesdays or Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon or the morning of Friday, May 13 at to St. Luke's Anglican Church, 22 Caroline St. W. Rain or shine. Masks required.

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Tuesday, May 17

• The Annual Meeting for the Creemore Union Cemetery at 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s United Church in Creemore.

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• Creemore Horticultural Society meeting featuring Joanne Rachfalowski "Flower Design" at St. Luke's Church, 22 Caroline St. W. 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 21

• The Brentwood Horticultural Society's Annual Plant Sale starting at 8 a.m. and until sold out! NEW LOCATION*** New Lowell United Church, 5227 County Road 9. Cash sales only. There is always a great selection of plants, shrubs and much more. • The Creemore Farmers' Market will open for the summer season, celebrating its 25th year. The market is returning to the parking lot at Station On The Green, 10 Caroline St., from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Yard sale at Centennial United Church, on William St. in Stayner. 8 a.m. to noon. • Please join Clearview Public Library in wishing the very best and safe travels as Rita Madill starts to enjoy her retirement after 20 years of service at the Clearview Public Library. The library is hosting a Come & Go Tea (and card signing) from 10 a.m. to noon at the Creemore Branch at 165 Library Street.

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• Yard Sale and Bake Sale. 9 a.m. to noon. St. John’s United Church Lawn. Tables available for $10 each. You retain all your profits and take home all unsold items. To reserve your table, leave message for Lynn at 705-466-3125.

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Cleary urges Canadians to support Ukraine (Continued from page 1) “It was a safe building in case something happened,” he said. Others are supporting the war effort in many ways. There are teachers making netting for camouflage and civilians making bullet proof vests. “They need as much help as they can get,” said Cleary. “When they ask for these bullet proof vests and all the ammunition, believe me, people don’t understand, their stuff is old. They will win this war as long as the west will supply them. In terms of feet on the ground, there’s nobody here that I know who doesn’t have the courage or the motivation to win. They have been fighting for more than eight years to keep Russia away. People never heard about it or thought about, but Ukrainians did.” The city is starting to get back to business as usual, despite the ongoing conflict. People are going back to work. Cleary said it’s important to keep in mind that on the front lines in the east part of the country, people have been living life as normally as possible while fighting off the Russians these past eight years. He said some of his neighbours are very resilient and have been in their apartments throughout the latest invasion. Cleary has been teaching online but the Ukrainian teachers are starting to return to the classroom. As far as he knows, Cleary is one of the only native English language speaking teachers on

staff to have remained. While life in Kyiv has Cleary first visited all the amenities of a Ukraine seven years metropolitan urban city, ago. Cleary said it is a whole “It was an other story in the rural experiment,” he said. areas. He lived there for “Here, if you go out nine months and fell of Kyiv into the village, in love with it. He it’s like a curtain and you said the landscape are going back 30 years is just like home but back in time. It’s very the lifestyle is much different,” he said. more to his liking. In He said there is a big Canada, Cleary said wage gap between rural he was working more and urban centres. Cleary wears a traditional than 70 hours per The villages have been vyshyvanka, a Ukrainian hit hard by the invasion week and living pay shirt for his home district, as Russian troops try check to pay check and of Kyiv. was never able to get to advance westward ahead. In Kyiv, he is toward Kyiv. In some working 20 hours per week and is living rural areas homes have been burned and a much more comfortable lifestyle. He villagers tormented by Russian soldiers. says ESL teachers are paid decently, but Cleary urges Canadians to support sadly there is a wage disparity with the the cause. Ukrainian teachers, who are paid less. Ukranian flags are flying throughout In order to realize his dream of the community and signs of support can moving to Ukraine permanently, Cleary be seen in the windows of homes and said he had to clear $5,000 of debt, businesses. which doesn’t sound like a lot of A local fundraising effort is also money to most Canadians but he was underway to support Ukrainians coming struggling to save. In order to do it, to Canada. Donate to the Clearview he made the sacrifice of living in a Ukrainian Relief and Refugee Support shipping container in Brampton until fund, via CanadaHelps.org, with he could save up the money. funds going to the Canada-Ukraine That is part of the reason he was not Foundation. quick to leave when the war started, Cleary said the article should end even though it would have been quite with 'Slava Ukraini', meaning Glory easy to do so. to Ukraine.

County hosts second virtual Public Information Centre to engage residents on transportation strategy The County of Simcoe is hosting a virtual Public Information Centre (PIC) to support updates to our regional Transportation Master Plan (TMP). Input received from residents will help provide direction for the planning, coordination and implementation of a multi-municipal road and transit network, active transportation amenities (including bike lanes and trail networks), and commuter facilities for the next 30 years and beyond in Simcoe County. Until May 29, interested parties are invited to visit www.simcoe. ca/tmp to view the virtual Public Information Centre, an interactive engagement space containing project display boards, a public opinion survey and an area to submit feedback and comments. Two rounds of engagement are being held, providing opportunities for members of the public to provide input and feedback throughout the study. Round 1 was held in March and April 2021.

Correction The Echo apologizes for an error in the headline of an announcement about the NVCA's Arbour Day Tree Sale. The sale is on Saturday, May 14. See calendar on page 2 for details.

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Back on the Market As The Creemore Echo enters into its annual subscription drive, we cannot help but feel a sense of excitement. We are so excited that we will be back at the Creemore Famers’ Market to visit with readers and collect subscriptions. It has been two years since we have been at the market. Having a booth was always the anchor point for our subscription drive and we have missed it. We are also feeling very grateful to our dedicated readers. Our office has long been considered a hub in the community, a place with a lot of energy with people coming and going all the time, information coming in and going out. In this day and age, we cannot deny that we are especially fortunate to have an independent newspaper dedicated to news and views in and around Creemore. Fewer and fewer communities can boast a genuinely local independent that is operated by people who live in the community. This community makes it all possible. We strive to make The Creemore Echo as accessible as possible by sending it out in the mail to homes in Creemore and parts of Clearview and Mulmur townships but we also encourage people to take up volunteer subscriptions as a show of support and a way of making sure The Echo is around for the foreseeable future. We will be at the Creemore Farmers’ Market three consecutive Saturdays beginning May 21 to visit and talk up the newspaper. In addition to our annual subscription for the low price of $55 per year, which includes an early bird electronic version every Thursday evening, we are also looking for boosters and champions. A booster, with a contribution of $75 per year, is a keen promoter of community and the newspaper, someone who wants to give a little extra boost of encouragement. A champion, with a contribution of $100 or more, is someone who champions our mission to share the community’s stories, keep watch over its politicians and celebrate its accomplishments. A patron receives all the subscriber benefits and offers the highest level of support knowing The Echo provides value to the community well beyond the weekly paper. We would go so far as to say that there aren’t many people who don’t get something out of The Creemore Echo, whether it’s a quick glance at the community calendar on a Friday night before planning the weekend’s activities, advertising a businesses, expressing an opinion with a letter-to-the-editor, catching up on the latest news, announcing a wedding or birth or at the very least, getting the fire started. So come see us at the market next week and say hello. As the campaign progresses, boosters, champions and patrons will see their names in the newspaper as a big thanks for the extra support.

THE WAY WE WERE Did you know? When The Creemore Echo made a comeback in 2000, it published as The Weekly Planner, which was printed on regular paper and mailed out to area residents.

Compost available for purchase at County of Simcoe waste facilities until May 28 The County of Simcoe’s popular compost sale is open to residents until May 28 at all county waste facilities. While quantities last, residents can purchase compost produced in-house using leaf and yard waste material generated throughout the county for $5 per carload, or $20 per truck or trailer load. Compost is a soil amendment used in gardens to add nutrients, or as a top dressing for lawns to help retain moisture. Compost sales are self-service, and residents should bring their shovels to load bins, truck

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Creemore library clerk retires after 20 years by Trina Berlo After almost 20 years on the desk, Clearview Public Library clerk Rita Madill has checked out her last book and is looking forward to more time for leisure reading. On April 22 Madill put in her last day at the Creemore branch, where she has worked for a number of years, but has also worked at the Stayner and Sunnidale branches. Madill said she had second thoughts after she handed in her resignation but is now settling into retirement. “I really do miss the library, the staff and the people, and the job,” she said. She originally applied for the position of circulation clerk, which eventually turned into a permanent

part-time. The job over the years involved a little of everything to do with circulation and customer service. In that role, Madill has gotten to know many people in the community over the years. “That’s the part I loved,” she said. “You do get to know a lot of people and that’s one of the things I missed the most when I first retired.” She said she felt like she had lost a little of her identity because she was no longer associated with the library. “I’m getting resigned to it now and I’m enjoying my time off,” said Madill. A crafter and gardener, Madill said she has no shortage of actives to fill her time. She and husband Jim are also

planning two trips, a road trip out east in the summer and a trip to Europe in the fall. Madill is also an avid reader, which is another reason she loved her job at the library. The community may remember her late therapy dog Kodi who was part of the PAWS reading program at the elementary school. Madill said the patrons at the library are a great bunch of people and she thanks everyone for their best wishes. The library is hosting a Come-andGo Tea for Madill from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 21 for those wishing to sign a card and wish her safe travels. The event will be held at the Creemore Branch, located at 165 Library St.

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Stayner Library branch wins second award, prepares for opening The new Stayner Branch of Clearview Public Library has won a second architectural award. The branch, designed by Luc Bouliane of Lebel and Bouliane, has been named a Design Excellence Award winner in the 2022 Design Excellence and Service Awards by the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA). This is the second award for the Stayner Branch. It also won the Ontario Library Association’s 2021 Library Architectural and Design

Transformation Award. “The award-winning Stayner Branch provides the public with an amazing space where home-town friendliness meets state-of-the-art technology,” said Clearview Public Library CEO Jennifer La Chapelle. “The new Stayner Branch not only wins awards but also the hearts of our users by delivering friendly customer service in an open and welcoming space.” The 2022 OAA Design Excellence Award winners were chosen by a jury of design experts from a list of

80 eligible submissions. Judged on creativity, context, sustainability, good design/good business, and legacy, the jury selected eight winners. The branch opened to the public in 2020 but experienced periodic closures during the pandemic. A long delayed official grand opening and ribbon cutting is planned for this Saturday, May 14, from 10 a.m. until noon. “Please come in and see this vital community hub for yourself,” said LaChapelle. “This award-winning facility provides a wealth of space

for our growing collections as well as group and individual study rooms, Wi-Fi, and more public computers coupled with the same friendly and helpful service that patrons have come to expect.” The festivities will include a parking lot party including lots of free family activities including a pancake breakfast, tours of the library, fun and games with community partners and even a special visit from Spiderman. The Stayner Branch is located at 269 Regina St.

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Virtual Simcoe-Grey All-Candidates Debate On Monday May 16th, all your Simcoe-Grey Provincial Candidates will be participating in a virtual election debate. If you are concerned about preserving our community’s natural environment over developing agricultural attractions please attend to hear what your local candidates have to say. Preserve the Escarpment will be participating in #JustRecoverySimcoe’s debate and we would like to see all our members and supporters attend and ask questions of our local candidates on the subject of our local environment. Date:

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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST #2022-01 FOR THE OPERATION OF A CONCESSION Clearview Township is inviting interested parties to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) proposal for the operations of a Concession Stand at the Creemore Arena & Community Centre. Clearview Township is willing to offer identified concession style space (21’ feet X 8’ feet) in the lobby area of the arena to sell identified canteen items. The Proposals should include the following information: 1. Background Information • the names of all principals associated with the proponent in the proposal; • examples of other developments or concession operations carried out by the proponent; • financial information about the Proponent. 2. Details of the Proposed Use(s) • Details of the business operation of the proposed operations for the concession space and/or arrangements for the long-term lease and operation of a concession • Details of functioning hours that the proponent will operate. • Identified partners or partnered associations (if any). 3. Financing • a full explanation of the means by which the operation is to be supported. 4. Benefits to the Community • the economic and social benefits to Clearview Township and its citizens. 5. Other Information • any other information which the proponent considers pertinent to its proposal. Interested parties should respond in writing by: 4:00 p.m. EST, June 24, 2022 to: CLEARVIEW TOWNSHIP PARKS, CULTURE AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT, 217 GIDEON STREET, STAYNER, ONTARIO L0M 1S0

Museum of Dufferin charting a new bold course forward by Trina Berlo The Museum of Dufferin, known affectionately as MoD, is seeking community input to support the ongoing development of a new Strategic Plan via an online survey, open until May 30. Cody Joudry, Dufferin’s Director of Planning, Economic Development and Tourism, says the museum is charting a new course forward. “We’re looking at things like, how do we de-colonize the museum, how do we put a better diversity, equity and inclusion lens on our collection?” asks Joudry. Work is already underway to diversify the museum’s collections and exhibits, he said, and hosting multicultural events. “I think there is a lot of shift happening,” said Joudry. Like making sure there is appropriate BIPOC community representation in visiting artists . “There are changes happening all around and really this plan is about charting a new bold course forward,” he said. “There has been a lot of change over the last couple of years, from Covid to social advocacy, and all sorts of things, and we really want to know where are people at? What’s important to them? What would people like to see at their museum?”

Joudry said they are hoping to better understand what motivates people to come to the museum, what types of programming would entice them, and how to attract even more visitors. The survey is primarily aimed at Dufferin County residents but the museum is interested in hearing from anyone who may have input, including those who have never visited the museum, past and present visitors, members and volunteers. The survey asks participants to share their experiences and perspectives on the MoD’s existing programs and services, and to help shape the MoD’s future. Individuals who complete the survey can enter to win one of two $50 gift certificates to a local business of their choice. Each submission will inform a Strategic Plan, which will act as a roadmap to guide the MoD’s path forward. This MoD’s strategic planning journey began in January 2022 and is scheduled to be completed by Summer 2022. PROCESS, a cultural planning, communications, and engagement studio in Toronto, has been engaged to support the development of this plan and to help uncover how the MoD can better serve the community, and identify opportunities for growth and change. The survey is available at www. dufferinmuseum.com.

For enquiries, or to make arrangements to view the space provided at the Creemore Arena and Community Centre, contact the Supervisor of Recreation Facilities: Dan Gowan, at 705-466-3000, or e-mail dgowan@clearview.ca Any further information that becomes available will be posted on the Township’s website at www.clearview.ca. Interested parties are responsible for checking this web site regularly. Information provided to an interested party/proponent by Clearview Township or acquired by an interested party/ proponent by way of further enquiries or through investigation is confidential. Such information shall not be used or disclosed in any way without the prior written authorization of Clearview Township’s representative. The interested party/proponent shall not make any statement of fact or opinion regarding any aspect of the EOI to the media or any member of the public without the prior written authorization of Clearview Township’s representative. Failure to comply with this provision may result in disqualification or cause for termination of negotiations. This is only an enquiry as to interest for the purpose of future negotiations for the development and/or the long-term lease and operation of a Concession. Negotiations are at the sole discretion of Clearview Township. Prior to initiating negotiations, a deposit of $1,000 may be required to be paid to Clearview Township as an indication of the proponent’s bona fide interest.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

On Thursday, June 9, 2022 the Council of the municipality of the County of Dufferin will hold a public meeting, pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.) by-law and underlying background study. All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed D.C. by-law and background study. The meeting is to be held virtually on: Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 6:30 pm To participate in the meeting, please use the following link:

https://dufferincounty-ca.zoom.us/j/82134257856 Password: 746078842 The Public Meeting may also be viewed live online at

The Township of Clearview Water Department will be flushing hydrants between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm on the following dates and locations: • Stayner: April 19 - May 13 • Colling-Woodlands: May 11 - 13 • Buckingham Woods: May 16 – 18

In order that sufficient information is made available to the public, the background study is being made available online at the municipality’s website on May 13, 2022 at the following link:

Please be advised that there may potentially be water interruptions and discolored water could stain laundry during these times. If your water remains discolored or dirty, run water until clear. It is recommended water softeners are left in by-pass mode during these times. For more information, please contact: Dale Lightheart, Foreman, Water & Sewer 705-428-6230 ext. 303 705-428-5024 dlightheart@clearview.ca

Copies of the proposed D.C. by-law and the background study are also being made available as of May 13, 2022 from the municipal Clerk at 30 Centre Street, Orangeville, L9W 2X1. Interested persons may express their comments at the public meeting or in writing, addressed to the municipal Clerk, at the above address or email clerk@dufferincounty.ca prior to June 7, 2022. Such written submissions will be placed before Council at the meeting.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, May 13, 2022

DEATH NOTICE

DYDEN, Paul F. February 2, 1937 – May 2, 2022. It is with deep sorrow to announce the passing of one who meant so much to so many who knew him. Survived by his grateful wife Ellie, married 58 years. Predeceased by their son Mark and parents Robert, Myrtle Dryden, from Milton. Survived by sister Erla Maxwell (94) in Bradford, nephew Bill Maxwell (Marilyn), daughter Michelle and family, niece, Nancy Maxwell, daughter Crystal and family. Paul started his life in Etobicoke but grew up in Streetsville with his first love, HORSES. Proceeding with family life, he created self-employment jobs until hired as night supervisor overlooking Etobicoke apartments pickup industry. When monies were saved, he found his 36-acre farm in Belfountain, Caledon, built his house, later adding a wing for his parents. His new workshop employed friends and neighbours who built shipping boxes to carry equipment all over the world. Moving into house renovations and building log houses. Where stone objects were required, he handpicked, cleaned, and cemented every single stone. Then came his own solar swimming pool, hay fields for his horses and son’s 4H projects. When Paul retired to Stayner he rekindled old friendships working at Clearview Nursery and joined a Sunday afternoon musical singing group at Steve’s Music Store. Milly, his longtime dog was greeter and Paul’s gifted singing voice was enjoyed while he played his guitar or harmonica. Paul always put everyone else first by supporting, helping, donating his time and whatever he could, he did not want publicity or any formal service. A summer Celebration of Life and a burial in Belfountain is being planned. Family requests if anyone wishes to donate in Paul’s name, please consider any animal shelter or Collingwood General & Marine Hospital for great service provided to him. May Paul, son Mark, parents, and pets, all be together in peace, love and togetherness. Love always Ellie. Friends may visit Paul’s online Book of Memories at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

DEATH NOTICE

URQUHART, Pauline (McArthur) Passed away peacefully on May 7, 2022 at age 89. Beloved wife of 50 years to Malcolm Urquhart. She is survived by daughters Judy Brearley and her husband Allan, daughter Dawn Urquhart and her husband Grant Robertson. Pauline will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Carly and Garnett and great grandchildren Austin, Scarlett and MacKenzie. Pauline was a caring, thoughtful and energetic person. Her creativity was expressed across many areas: knitting, sewing, quilting and piano playing. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. In keeping with Pauline’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private service has been held.

FALLS, Margaret Edna (nee Scarlett) passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on Saturday May 7, 2022, at Campbell House Hospice. Beloved wife of the late Beverley. Wonderful, supportive mother of Glenn (Linda), Jim (Heather), Lorna (Lyle Noble) and Gordon (Helen) Falls. Proud grandmother of Andrea, Sara, Eric, Andrew (Corrine), Alicia (JJ), Jessica (Phillip), Jemma, Jeremy, Stephen and Samantha and great grandmother of Colby, Zayn, Zachary, Audrey and Lily. She is survived by her sisters Aileen and Lillian; predeceased by brother Donald, Jack and Gordon and sisters Marion, Betty, and Jean. Margaret touched the lives of many people as a teacher and within the community as a member of Eastern Star and the RCC Ladies Auxiliary, she will be remembered for her kindness and caring spirit. Family and friends will be received for visitation at Fawcett Funeral Home – Creemore Chapel on Tuesday May 10, 2022 from noon to 2 p.m. Funeral service will follow in the chapel. Interment at Creemore Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Georgian Triangle – Campbell House, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Cancer Society may be made in Margaret’s memory. Friends may visit Margaret’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

JONES, Catherine Elizabeth (nee McBride) Passed away surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday May 8, 2022, at Campbell House Hospice. Born in Detroit on March 10, 1932, Catherine moved with her family back to Brentwood, Ontario in 1933. Predeceased by parents Frederick (Catherine nee Hogan) McBride, sister Margaret (Bill) Kane, and brother Fred McBride. Beloved wife of James (Jim) Jones. Mother of Fred, Doug (Lisa nee Nagel), Cathy (Jeff Fachnie). Proud grandmother of Eric (Amanda), Kevin (Karalynn), Emily (Riley Culham) and Allison (Andy Patrick). Catherine is survived by sister-in-law Mary (late Sam Kinghan) and will be fondly remembered by Tara Williams and sadly missed by her nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Georgian Triangle – Campbell House or Alzheimer Society. Friends may visit Catherine’s online Book of Memories at www.fawcettfuneralhomes.com.

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday, May 21, 11 a.m. at Stayner Union Cemetery. Graveside service for Eric Lawrence of Sunnidale Township. A luncheon celebrating Eric's life will be served at 12:30 p.m. at the New Lowell Ball Park Pavilion the same day.

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Canadian Pickers are once again touring the area!

Paying Cash for Coin Collections, Silver & Gold Coins, Royal Can. Mint Sets. Also buying Gold Jewelry

We purchase rolls, bags or boxes of silver coins

PAYING HIGHEST PRICES

To arrange a free, discrete in-home visit call Kellie at 1-778-257-9019

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DEATH NOTICE

HELP WANTED

Looking for part-time chef/prep cook, and counter staff. Weekend hours. For busy BURGER BUS in Mulmur. Student applications welcome. 519288-0246. DOMESTIC LAUNDRESS - one day per week at residence 15 minutes south of Creemore. 416-520-3848.

BEATTIE, I. Leslie Died tragically on Monday, May 9, 2022 near Thornbury at the age of 71. Les of Thornbury, formerly of Stayner, beloved husband of Mary Jane (nee Watt) for 48 years. Loving father of Lisa Mead, Michael (Jenny) and Jessica (Ian Rowbotham). Cherished papa of Jordan and Nathan Mead, Kaylan and Sloan Beattie and Ivy and Evan Rowbotham. Dear brother of Eleanor (Bob Watt), David (Jocelyn) and Kim (Roger Burkholder). He is predeceased by his parents Irvine (2001) and Kay (2005). Les will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews, his extended family and his many friends. Les was a graduate of the Ontario Agriculture College at Guelph University. He farmed with his father and his Uncle Ross and his cousin John as a partner of Beattie Brothers Farms. Upon retirement, he pursued his passions with enthusiasm – alpine skiing, cycling and travelling the world with Mary Jane. He cherished spending time with his family whether it was at a ski resort, cottaging or boating. He also enjoyed reading, writing prose, tackling a difficult crossword or contributing to his community through his involvement with the church and the agricultural society. He was a kind and humble man who has left an indelible mark upon his family and his community. Friends are invited to join his family for a Service of Remembrance at the Centennial United Church, 234 William Street, Stayner on Tuesday May 17, 2022 at 2 o’clock. Reception and fellowship to follow in the CE Wing. If desired, a donation to the Collingwood Agricultural Society or Grace United Church, Thornbury would be appreciated by Les’ family. To sign Les’ Book of Memories, please visit www.carruthersdavidson. com.

Looking for help on a LOCAL COW/CALF FARM south of Creemore. Duties will include farm work, lawn maintenance, work in the bush and on trails. Some farm experience and driver's license would be an asset. This could be an excellent opportunity for a motivated student who is interested in farming to gain experience and skills. Wages to be determined based on experience, ranging from $18 to $20 per hour. Please contact Jerry Ball of Scarlet Hill Farm, 705-888-3043. 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. *** Great wages and benefits *** Benefit coverage includes: dental, prescription(s), hospital benefits, basic life insurance, basic accident insurance, chiropractor, physiotherapy, glasses/contact lenses. If interested, please contact Nicole Polley at 647-525-7015. Now hiring COOKS for full and parttime positions. Our Fun and friendly kitchen offers competitive wage and generous bonuses. Experience preferred but will train. Please call The Old Mill House Pub in Creemore and ask for the manager to set up an interview. 705-466-5244 CREEMORE BAKERY is hiring! Looking to fill two positions. Part time dishwasher/runner and front of house team member. Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, wage plus tips and perks. Fun, fast paced environment requiring an outgoing friendly personality to 2 our4amazing team for the fit3in with summer. Drop6off 3resumes in person 1 at the bakery. 5 1

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FOR SALE

MAY 21 YARD SALES 171 Collingwood St. from May 21-23 Multi-family Yard Sale at 42 Francis St. W.

CREEMORE HILLS WINERY Wine for sale by appointment only. Pick-up or delivery. Call/Text 647-5888931, cmorrissey0708@icloud.com.

Post your Creemore Yard sale listing for $5. Contact 705-466-9906.

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.

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

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, May 13, 2022

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$15 SCHNITZEL TAKE OUT - SUN. MAY 22! 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.

BUILDING INSPECTOR – TEMPORARY FULL-TIME (6-MONTH CONTRACT)

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: Recognized Post-Secondary Diploma in Architectural or Civil Engineering Technician or Technologist with 3 to 5 years of construction or building inspection experience. The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, National Farm Building code, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Freedom of Information Act. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Chief Building Official, performing the statutory requirements under the Building Code Act and the Building Code. Key responsibilities include enforcement of the Building Code and Clearview Township’s Building By-laws including the associated legislation/regulations to ensure the structural soundness and safety/accessibility of occupants. The preferred candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of reviewing building plans and processing building permits, assist with the processing of Building Permits, preparing reports and orders with respect to the Ontario Building Code. The candidate will also have experience in answering general inquiries regarding the Ontario Building Code including permits on specific properties The preferred candidate would be required to demonstrate experience and proven ability in creating and maintaining a liaison with the Clearview Administrative Center, the general public and corporations with a high frequency of interruptions of regular work while displaying a professional, enthusiastic, and courteous demeanour at all times. They may be required to perform other duties as may be assigned in accordance with Department and Corporate objectives. Salary: The salary range offered for this position is $62,808 to $69,706 yearly, prorated for the term of the contract. 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 # 2022-020 to Human Resources by May 13, 2022, 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

Heavy Equipment Operators, Public Works 1 Permanent Full-time

The Corporation of the Township of Clearview Clearview Township (Public Works Department) is seeking an energetic, self-motivated and team-oriented individual to perform the duties and responsibilities of Heavy Equipment Operator. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Foreman, Roads and Drainage, the Public Works (Roads) Heavy Equipment Operators are responsible for assisting with snow removal, sanding, inspecting and repairing roads infrastructure as well as clearing sidewalks and ensuring compliance with current Road Safety Standards. Skills and Experience • Minimum Grade 12 education with 2 years of demonstrated experience operating heavy equipment, preference given to Grader, Rubber Tired Backhoe or Grad-All experience. • Valid DZ Driver’s License with a clean Driver’s Abstract, preference given to AZ Drivers Licence • 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: As captured in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement. Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2022-022 to Human Resources by May 23, 2022, 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