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Mulmur Mayor Janet Horner presents Carl Alexander with the Citizen of the year award at this month's council meeting. Alexander is being recognized for his work with the Bruce Trail Association. Two years ago they set out to get rid of off-roaders and litter at the Pine River Fishing Area. He thanks Tom Taylor and Bryan Cornfield for their help, and remarks that seeing people enjoy the area makes all his work worthwhile.

Food bank phasing out large food donations by Trina Berlo The Clearview-Stayner Food Bank is changing the way it sources food. “I want to sincerely thank everyone who continues to make donations, especially over the past two years. It was challenging at the food bank but your support meant everything,” said manager Pam Royal. As of Sept. 1, the food bank will not be accepting large food donations but is very appreciative of cash, cheques and gift cards. The food bank will be

purchasing specific food items through a local grocery store, which will be delivered twice per month. Royal said the food bank has limited space and volunteer capacity to store, sort and manage all of the food donations in recent years. She said it broke her heart to have to turn away donations last year. “We had nowhere to put it, we literally had nowhere to put it. We couldn’t even let them bring it into the building because we had nowhere to

set it down,” said Royal. Last two Christmases, Royal said volunteers were totally overwhelmed with large donations of food. Volunteers spend days on end sorting and packing, putting a strain on their limited resources. They had to give away more than 50 cartons of food to other food banks. Royal said 30 per cent of what is donated through large scale food drives is unusable because they are extremely (See “Community” on page 8)

At the July 6 meeting, Mulmur council voted to appoint Andrew Cunningham to fill a vacant council seat. He was one of seven people to put their names forward for consideration Andrew after the resignation Cunningham of council member Ken Cufaro. Cunningham is a stay-at-home dad and an on-call firefighter with the Rosemont District Fire Department. He and his wife Sarah live in the Mansfield Ridge Subdivision, where they are raising their three young children. Cunningham is a parent volunteer at their school, Primrose Elementary School. He said he likes to share his knowledge as a firefighter with students, and the job gets him involved in community events. Cunningham is also an assistant coach for the Shelburne Minor Ball Hockey League. He received a BA in economics from Laurentian University and worked for many years in the field of logistics. “I conduct myself, and structure my beliefs, using an anti-oppressive framework. I strive for inclusivity and acceptance for all. I believe that, as a community, we must empower our members and allow opportunities whereby they see themselves as active agents responsible for change,” wrote Cunningham in a statement of qualification. Cunningham will be taking the oath of office on August 3. His term will go through the fall when there will be a municipal election. As of presstime, those who have filed to run in the Mulmur election include incumbents Janet Horner for mayor, Earl Hawkins for deputy mayor and Patricia Clark for councillor. Kim Lyon has also filed to run for councillor. The filing deadline is August 19.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022

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• Nottawasaga Daylilies open garden for viewing. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.wilsondaylilies.com. See ad on classified page. 705-466-2916.

Saturday, July 23

• Visit the Creemore Farmers' Market this summer to celebrate their 25th Anniversary season and enjoy a friendly, safe space for farmers to bring their produce to market. Talented bakers provide home-baked goodness. Quality craftsmen bring their many interesting creations to market. Visit creemorefarmersmarket.ca to learn more about vendors, children's activities and the 25th Anniversary celebrations and special project "Art at the Market" in partnership with experience Simcoe and Clearview Culture and Tourism. • Troy Scott Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament games start at 8 a.m. Info: Randy at 705-730-9639.

Saturdays, July 23 and 30

• Clearview Public Library is hosting a series of No Tech, Free Family Fun & Games Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the lawn in front the library, Creemore Log Cabin and the smallest jail in North America.

Tuesdays

• The Station Café is open Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon at Station on the Green, 10 Caroline St. E., Creemore. $5 entry fee includes a bottomless cup of coffee or tea, and social time. Everyone welcome.

Tuesdays and Thursdays

• VON SMART fitness program. Tuesdays and Thursday, 11 a.m. at St. Luke's Anglican Church Hall, Creemore. Group exercise classes for people 55+ who wish to improve their strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability. The class is led by exercise leaders that receive ongoing specialized training. It is funded by the North Simcoe Muskoka Local Health Integration Network. Call for more information or to register: 705-355-2200.

Saturday, July 23 and Sunday, July 24

• Three open gardens in Creemore: Bev & Ted Stableforth, 3 Elizabeth St. W.; Jaki Skillings, 17 Elizabeth St. W.; Paul & Charlotte Vorstermans, 113 Mill St. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.creemoregarden. ca.

Tuesday, July 26

• *** Postponed *** Creemore Springs invites you to be one of the first people to taste our special Sparkling Lager celebrating our 35th Anniversary. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Complimentary samples, snacks and good company.

Sunday, August 7

• *** Save the Date*** Meet Your Neighbour Corn Roast and BBQ at the Singhampton Tall Small Hall Community Centre.

Saturday, August 13

• Gathering of the Classics. The largest classic plane and car event in Canada. Meet the owners. Flights available in warbirds, jets and helicopters. Food and more for the whole family at Edenvale Airport west of Stayner. www.classicaircraft.ca.

Wednesday, August 17

• The Drive-thru Chicken BBQ in support of the GNE at 2220 Fairgrounds Rd. 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. $22/person. Pre-orders only by August 13. Info: Maxine at 705-888-2797.

Saturday, September 24

• The Big Book Bash fundraiser at the Station on the Green. Collection of gently used current fiction and non-fiction books will begin at the Creemore Curling Club starting Tuesday, August 16. Questions? Call Linda Coulter at 705-466-2163.

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THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022 •

Winners bloom at flower show This year’s Flower and Vegetable Show hosted by The Creemore Horticultural Society at Station on the Green on July 16 was a great success with 191 separate entries, including many from first-time participants. The winners of the major prizes are: • Special Award for Best in Design – Judges’ choice: Linda Kelly for “Country Living.” • Hisey’s Award for Annuals: Vida Stripinis. • Community Award – Broken Pot Gardens: 1st place, Linda Kelly; 2nd place, Kathy Meeser; third place, Melissa Doherty. • Special Display – A Period Design: 1st place, English Allotment Garden by Kathy Burton and Amanda Evans; 2nd place, A Lady’s Boudoir circa 1920s by Gail Cocker, Melissa Doherty, Angelina Stokman, and Vida Stripinis; and there was a tie for 3rd place, Creemore Horticultural Society 1921 by Kathy Meeser and Dorothy Shropshire; and After the Party Roaring 20’s by Linda Kelly and Liz Smith. • Best in Show – Judge’s Choice: Gail Cocker, Melissa Doherty, Angelina Stokman and Vida Stripinis for their Special Display,

A Lady’s Boudoir circa 1920s. • Most Outstanding in Cultural Division: Norah Mills, erennial division. • Lucky Draw by the Creemore Flower Company: Marie Kidd. The Creemore Horticultural Society thanks Dorothy Shropshire and her Flower Show Committee for putting together this event, and sponsors who donated many of the prizes: Creemore Village Pharmacy, The Creemore Echo, The Bank Café, and The Creemore Flower Company.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022

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Writer can't keep quite about loud vehicles Editor: I read with interest the OPP Monitoring Noise in Dufferin in your July 15 publication and the first question that popped into my mind is, why a community would have to ask the police services to enforce noise laws? It has become impossible to ignore the increasing volume of traffic in our county as well and I can only assume the situation is ubiquitous. It has gotten so bad on weekends that I have opted to do all my power equipment work on Saturdays and Sundays and have a quiet day off during the week. Those who are not retired don’t have that option and, unless they’re marching in the Clown Parade themselves, they have to listen to a cacophony of motorcycles, tuner cars and pick-up trucks with “tuned exhaust” speeding by. Don’t get me wrong, I used to be a clown in that parade in my youth. If anybody had asked, I would have happily been the Grand Marshal. I had a noisy enduro motorcycle as my first motorized vehicle then a couple of sporty cars. I do remember the police pulling me over on numerous occasions and actually being fined for not fixing a perforated muffler after a previous written warning. I was genuinely annoyed, and yet I guessed that my impressive sounding exhaust was probably not everyone’s cup of tea, especially in residential neighbourhoods. So what happened to enforcement? Are we under-policed and there just aren’t enough resources to pull over offending noisemakers and write out tickets? What happened to our collective conscientiousness in Canada? Here’s one for you: my son observed a particularly noisy rider pull up and upon removing his helmet he then removed his foam ear plugs. What snapped that anyone thinks the removal of baffles from their mufflers is going to save their lives? I’ve heard this countless times, “If they don’t see us they will at least hear us.” If this were the mission then turn the exhaust pipes around and have them facing forwards in the direction of travel. My suggestion is to rethink the black theme in favour of the hi-visibility theme. You can’t hear me coming on my electric motorcycle (No, not a scooter), but you can definitely see me. Ride safe out there. Murray Lackie, Creemore.

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THE WAY WE WERE

Larry MacDonald (from left), Glen Ogilvie, and Ronnie MacDonald with the door of an original MacDonald Construction truck salvaged from a barn in Milton.

Mystery of a MacDonald Construction truck door MacDonald Construction has been around since the mid-1960s. Started by Ralph MacDonald, longtime resident and reeve of Creemore, the company was first located on Louisa Street (County Road 9), purchased from the Montgomery family, where MDS Metals is now. MacDonald Construction moved to its current location with a new building in 1981, still on Montgomery land, at the west end of Wellington Street. This photo depicts one of the doors from the first trucks used by the company. The logo was hand painted by Glen Ogilvie of Creemore, who was commissioned at the time (before stick-on labels were made) to logo all of the trucks, as well as signage (still seen at the Creemore Arena). The truck door was mysteriously found in a barn in Milton. Mrs. Marshal, who found the door, diligently tried to locate the owners.

Ronnie and Larry MacDonald, sons of Ralph and Marie MacDonald, now co-owners of the construction company, were excited to retrieve the item. After getting in contact with the company, Mrs. Marshal explained that the truck door has been in the barn since before 1978, since she has been there. A monetary finder’s fee was offered but after talking about the door with its connections between the MacDonalds and the Montgomery family and the further connection between Glen Ogilvie and Tom Montgomery both belonging to the Shriners, Mrs. Marshal asked that the money be donated to the Shriners Hospital (which has already taken place.) The company is now planning to hang the door in a prominent place of honour at MacDonald Construction. – Submitted by MacDonald Construction.

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THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022 •

Rock Hill Park, a great memory of youth ABOUT TOWN

my favourite then. We told a joke about If anybody knows me or visits my home Kitty Wells marrying Conway Twitty they will soon hear the radio playing old a thousand times; she would be Kitty time country music. I listen to Willie Twitty. Oh, what fun we had then. Nelson’s Roadhouse all day. One evening there was an awful rain I just picked up In the Hills magazine and lightning storm. It was scary for and there was the best article about Rock the artists on the stage over the water. I Hill Park. It sure brought back memories Linda remember we all just sat in our cars and of being there. COCKTON waited. When it cleared, the show went The cars used to park faced up the hill on. to see the shows and then they built the stage down I remember Charlie Pride talking to us all after his on the pond with a walkway across it. show and we would wait sometimes until midnight It was magical with all the lights twinkling and before the dances would start in the pavilion. the music was really good coming over the water. Rock Hill Park was famous at one time and My brothers drove old beat-up cars then so we brought thousands of happy visitors to Mulmur. would park the cars and then put rocks in front of There is really nothing like it now. It was a place the wheels so they wouldn’t roll down into the water. for teenagers and adults to go and enjoy the big Doug’s car had holes in the floorboards so I always names of country music. We sat in our cars outside took some wet cloths to wipe off the dust before under the stars and enjoyed the shows. It is truly a the shows. great memory of my youth. I had to look good for Conway Twitty. He was

Emma Desson's artistic impression of Herald is rendered in sidewalk chalk.

No Tech Family Fun and Games Day Herald the Library Dragon “held court” with Ella Hayward and Abigail Hamerton (our library summer students) and Emma Desson (visiting from Toronto) at our No Tech Family Fun and Games Day on July 16. This Saturday, July 23, will be even bigger and better with more no-tech stuff to do. Play chess? Take on one of our chess champions. Do jigsaw puzzles? Try to beat our best recorded time to put together a 50- and 100-piece puzzle. Love to play in the mud? We got glitter slime. Fancy dress is not required. Look for all the action and our TD Summer Reading Club 2022 Story Walk on the front lawns of the Creemore Branch of the Clearview Public Library and the Creemore Log Cabin right next to the smallest jail in North America from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022

Girls hockey association receives full 'status' by Trina Berlo Having built a girls hockey program over the past five years to include all age divisions, including a senior team, the Collingwood Girls Hockey Association has now been granted full association status by The Ontario Women’s Hockey Association (OWHA). The Collingwood Lightning is the home team for players from Clearview, Mulmur, Collingwood, Thornbury, and Meaford and has local sisters Ivy Martin, president, and Katy Bloemendal, past president and secretary, at the helm of the association. “In 2017 we started our season with two teams and 30 girls. Last season we boasted over 175 players and nine teams, along with a strong U7 Little Lightning Program,” said Martin. “For the 2022/23 season we are anticipating 12 teams, the U7 Little Lightning Program and the First Shift/Fundamentals Program. Our growth has been incredible and really displays there was a strong desire for girls and women in our community to participate in hockey.” The Lightning saw much success this past season with two U11 teams, U9, and U13 house league teams placing first through fourth respectively at the Simcoe Muskoka Girls Hockey League Championships, and the U15 B competitive team winning bronze at the OWHA Provincial Championships in April. The association is accepting registration for the fall and has been building momentum with three-on-three hockey through the summer. The upcoming season will offer a pilot tournament team for Senior Lightning, open age division, to accommodate players that have aged out of the U18 program. Bloemendal said the association never thought they would establish a senior team, and they are thrilled. She said registration is underway for the upcoming season, which starts in September. Bloemendal said her own daughter probably wouldn’t be playing hockey if there wasn’t a girls’ league. She said it’s all about the camaraderie, on and off the ice. “It’s the team spirit basically,” said Bloemendal. “When they are in the change room they actually get to be together, whereas when you have mixed teams the girls are typically in a small dressing room on their own. It’s not the same. And, they find life-long friends, I think, that’s a huge part of it. They want to play a sport but they also want to have fun.” The Collingwood Girls Hockey Association promotes participation in sport for all levels of ability, develops opportunities for all players and is committed to providing an environment that builds solid friendships through teamwork, respect and integrity. “We are very honoured and proud to offer girls in the Collingwood and surrounding area of Georgian Bay an opportunity to play female only hockey in their community. It is our sincere wish to offer these opportunities to girls in a safe, fun and supportive environment,” said Martin. All Lightning teams have a very strong presence in the community and are encouraged to assist other not for profit organizations throughout the season.

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The Collingwood Lightning U15 B competitive team won the Bronze medal at the OWHA Provincial Championships in April. The association uses its platform and membership to support and fundraise for others first and foremost. On the books for next season; The Terry Fox Run, Salvation Army Food Drives, Stuff a Christmas Stocking for a Senior, Home Horizons Coldest Night of the Year and its sixth annual fundraiser for My Friend's House; to date, Hockey for Hope has raised over $10,000 in cash and much needed supplies for the shelter. House League teams practice in Collingwood and travel for games to Barrie, Orillia, Midland and Hunstville. Competitive teams practice in Collingwood, Stayner, Creemore and Thornbury and travel for games within a similar loop as the house league teams but can also travel beyond to Georgina, Caledon, Orangeville or in the other direction to Owen Sound, Walkerton and Saugeen, all depending on which loop it is placed in. Girls’ associations under the OWHA are able to offer play to non-residents players, as there are not enough female associations within municipalities. The closest centre to Collingwood is Barrie Sharks WHA, which does boast over 750 players and divisions up to A, including U22 Intermediate High Performance. Bloemendal said the association prides itself on a skills-based development program, prioritizing solid house league teams over rep teams.

First Shift program The First Shift program developed by the Toronto Maple Leafs is designed to introduce girls to hockey with minimal investment. The girls are fully outfitted by the Bauer team staff, including skates, at a cost of $229. Participants must be 10 years or younger and new to hockey. The welcome event is on Friday, Nov. 11

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Skate like a Girl event Also, coming Thursday, Sept. 16 at The Historic Gayety Theatre, The Collingwood Lightning Girls Hockey Association Presents Skate Like A Girl: The Collingwood Lightning Girls Hockey Association is hosting a special screening of Engraved On a Nation: On the Line. The film highlights what fuels the greatest rivalry of all time, between Canada and USA National Women’s Hockey Teams and the need for domination. In addition, the Lightning are so pleased to screen As Fast as Her, a documentary featuring Kendal Coyne-Schofield who became the first woman to participate in the 2019 NHL All-Star Skills Competition. And, as a bonus, a virtual reading of Skate Like A Girl, by Ottawa Author Alison Haenlin, a former U of Ottawa women’s hockey player and hockey trailblazer. A special thank you to Collingwood Museum’s Melissa Shaw for sharing the history of women’s hockey in Collingwood. For further information about programs and registration, please visit www.collingwoodgirlshockey. com. Find Collingwood Girls Hockey Association on Facebook and Instagram.

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THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022 •

Cardinals bring home Muskoka Cup by Scott Weldon The dream summer continued for the 11U Cardinals with their fourth tournament championship, this time at Peake Fields in Bracebridge. The 14th Annual Muskoka Cup was won by Creemore last weekend; the smallest town, or city, to ever win this tournament. Creemore made a statement with a big win on Friday night under the lights against the Oshawa Legionaires. Four Creemore pitchers combined for 11 strikeouts and no hits, while the offence scored 11 runs with Hayden Goodfellow-Oster scoring three times and Thomas Weldon driving in three runs. This would be Oshawa’s only loss for the tournament as they would go on to win the consolation final over the Burlington Bulls in extra innings. Two games were on the schedule Saturday for Creemore. At 9 a.m. the Cardinals faced off with the Beamsville Stingers and came out on top 15-1. Paul Twiss had a two-RBI double, and Dylan Rayburn started rallies in the second and fourth innings with lead-off singles and provided sterling defence in left field with an inning ending catch in the first inning with the bases loaded. Jack Hutchison pitched a shutout inning with two strikeouts to finish the game. At 2 p.m. the Cardinals had their final pool game against the Collingwood Blue Jays. A win here would put them into the championship bracket for Sunday. The usually

strong Creemore offence struggled early against Collingwood and found themselves down 2-0 in the third inning. Pitching would save the Cardinals this game led by Cooper Duits who came out of the bullpen to throw four shutout innings with nine strikeouts, no walks, and no runs. The semi-final game on Sunday again saw the Cardinals down 2-0 after three innings with the offense struggling against strong pitching from the London West Tincaps. Brayden Foulds would shine as both the offensive and defensive star pitching 4 1/3 innings and slamming a triple, and game-tying home run in the sixth inning. The game looked to be headed to extra innings with the score tied 4-4 with two out in the seventh when Drew Hamilton daringly stole home to win the game as the team erupted on to the field. Keenan Reynolds earned the win on the mound after striking out the last five of six batters. The championship game would be a meeting of the two best teams in the tournament: The Niagara Falls Falcons with a record of 27-2, and the 28-1 Creemore Cardinals. Reece Fuller had the key RBI in the third inning to put Creemore up 5-1 in a game that would end 5-2. By making use of his new change-up, Evan Wells was able to throw a complete seven-inning game on just 71 pitches and lead the Cardinals to another tournament championship.

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Tickets: HeritageMusicFestival.ca call 519-278-0016 or visit Pazazz, 122 Owen Sound, Shelburne

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 Telephone: 705 428-6230 | Fax: 705 428-0288 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

www.clearview.ca

Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.

SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS – PERMANENT AND RELIEF POSITIONS Clearview Township is seeking School Crossing Guards – Permanent and Relief to begin as soon as possible to work in various locations within Clearview Township. Enjoy a light work schedule while earning some extra income. Clearview offers full and compensable training to all employees including online accessibility and safety training, hands-on and onthe-job training as well as a new employee orientation. Employees are paid their hourly rate of pay for participating in the training. Responsibilities - To safely assist children crossing the street, to and from school. - To be available Monday to Friday during the school year. Qualifications and Abilities required - Must be physically fit. - Able to work outside during adverse weather conditions. - Able to communicate with and direct children in a clear manner. - Must be able to provide a clean police background and vulnerable person’s check. - Possess 20/20 vision (with corrective lenses if needed). - Must have reliable transportation to crossing location. Wage: $21.48 per hour plus 4% vacation pay. Training: All required training and crossing guard apparel is provided by Clearview Township Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a criminal background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer. Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2022-033 to Human Resources: hr@clearview.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. The Township of Clearview is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Community encouraged to donate in other ways (Continued from page 1) out of date, partially used, and in poor condition. Royal said the oldest item they have received is from 1998. “We know this happens because people have told us they have cleaned out Grandma’s pantry and brought it to the food bank,” said Royal. She said volunteers are very conscientious about waste so volunteers take boxes of unusable food home to be composted, the packaging recycled. The volunteer work force is mostly over the age of 70 and Royal, who does most of the shopping these days, needed to find a new way of operating. “Shopping got to be a major, major burden. I was having to go to three or four stores to get the bargains, and some stores were not overly pleased to help out the Stayner food bank and they really limited what they would sell me,” said Royal.

The food bank is still encouraging the community support of the food bank through other campaigns. Leading up to September, the food bank is encouraging donations of backpacks and school supplies to support families with children heading back to school. Later in the fall, Royal said she will be calling for donations of men’s socks – because she has learned that the hardest hit of the food bank’s clientele are the single older men who are in need of warm socks. In the winter, the food bank will be calling for donations of hats and mitts. Royal said if any school or organization is disappointed about not doing a food drive, they are welcome to contact her because she has lots of ideas for ways for people to donate. To contact the food bank, call 705517-0166 between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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Please visit: www.clearview.ca

NOTICE – PENALTY AND INTEREST RELIEF ON PROPERTY TAXES

Creemore Springs Brewery

At the July 11, 2022, meeting of Clearview Council, Council amended By-law 22-38 being a by-law to set the tax rates and to levy taxes in 2022. Council authorized the Tax Collector to waive penalty and interest for all 2022 Tax levies beginning on April 1, 2022, and lasting until November 30, 2022, as long as the account is paid in full by November 30, 2022. View By-law 22-38 online by visiting https://www.clearview.ca/ government-committees/bylaws-policy/tax-levy-law-22-38consolidated. To find out more about property taxes in Clearview, please visit www.clearview.ca/property-taxes. For more information, please contact: Pam Childs Tax Collector (705) 428-6230 ext. 227 pchilds@clearview.ca

Kelly McDonald Treasurer (705) 428-6230 ext. 236 kmcdonald@clearview.ca

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JULY 26TH , 2022

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6:00-8:00pm PM

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THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022 •

GTHS holds 10th annual Walkathon fundraiser The GTHS Walkathon is a virtual fundraiser that runs July 31 to August 6, culminating at the Tails of the Mountain Dog Festival with a celebration walk at 1 p.m. Thousands of people and their pets are anticipated to be in attendance. As the local population expands, requests for veterinary and surrender services are higher than ever before. Housing and food insecurity are impacting pets too, often leaving pet owners frantic to find support. The GTHS Walkathon ensures the Humane Society has the resources to support 1500 homeless pets and 3000 vulnerable people in the community. Register at gths.ca/2022-walkathon.

Notice of Passing of Municipal-Wide Development Charges By-law TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the County of Dufferin passed a municipal-wide development charges By-Law No. 2022-28 on the 14th day of July, 2022 under section 2 (1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O., 1997, c. 27, as amended. AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal under section 14 of the Act, in respect of the development charges by-law, by filing with the Clerk of the County of Dufferin on or before 23rd day of August, 2022 a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the by-law and the reasons supporting the objection. The schedule of development charges imposed by the by-law, which comes into effect on 24th day of August, 2022, is as follows:

No key map has been provided as the by-law applies to all lands located within the County of Dufferin. A copy of the complete by-law is available for examination at the County of Dufferin offices, 30 Centre Street, Orangeville, L9W 2X1 during regular business hours, excluding statutory holidays. A copy of the by-law is also available on the County of Dufferin’s website https://www.dufferincounty.ca/news/ development-charges-bylaw DATED at the County of Dufferin, this 18th day of July, 2022. Michelle Dunne, Clerk

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• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022

COVID-19 second boosters available to individuals 18-59 Eligibility for a second COVID-19 booster dose has expanded to include anyone aged 18-59 who has received their first booster dose five months (140 days) or a minimum of three months (84 days) ago. Although protection against severe illness remains strong more than five months after a first booster dose, a second booster for those 18-59 can add an extra layer of protection for those that want it based on their personal health and social circumstances. Second booster doses continue to be highly recommended for individuals 60 years or older, those who are immunocompromised, and

Indigenous individuals and their nonIndigenous household members 18 years and older. “With the rising rate of transmission of the Omicron BA.5 subvariant and the risk of reinfection, it is extremely important for individuals to firstly ensure that they have the first booster (third dose). For those who are 60 years and older, a second booster is also recommended. Now, for those aged 18 to 59 years, they are eligible to receive a second booster based on personal choice. The benefits are greatest for those who have pre-existing medical conditions and are at higher risk of

KIDD FAMILY AUCTIONS

Lumber • Plywood Trusses • Windows Roofing • Siding Fence Supplies • Culverts Cedar Posts • Railway Ties Fuel Delivery •Oil Furnaces Lawn & Garden Supplies “Nowhere... but close to everywhere.”

FRIDAY JULY 29TH - ONLINE - IT’S TIME FOR THE METHERAL’S TO DOWNSIZE THE FARM COLLECTION. FEATURES ANTIQUE TRACTORS AND IMPLEMENTS FROM ALLIS-CHALMERS, JOHN DEERE, PONY, ETC. VISIT WWW.KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS.COM TO REGISTER AND BID. LOTS START TO CLOSE AT 5PM. After 70 yrs of Neil & Jean being on the hunt and ready to refurbish antique farm equipment it’s time to let the next generation enjoy these timeless treasures. Preview and pickup will be at the farm. 9033 Rd 6/7, Clearview (just west of Creemore). Preview: July 29th, 10 am to 4 pm. If that doesn’t work for you, give us a call. Pickup: July 30th, 10 am to 5 pm or by appointment. Farm: AC ‘47 B tractor; AC G w/ scuffler, plow; AC 190 XT tractor; DB 880 tractor; AC D17 tractor; AC 72 combine; JD AR tractor; AC D 14 tractor; AC WD tractor; AC 80R mower; AC 40 harvester; AC 10 ft disc; AC 610 lawn tractor; Ferguson TE20 tractor; MH Pony tractor; AC WD 45 tractor; Polaris ATV; AC attachments; AC roto baler; AC combines; gravity wagon; etc. Shop: Sommers 6000W gen; Honda 6000W propane gen; Lincoln mig welder; etc. Other: qty of antique equip parts (mainly AC); butternut logs; dog kennel; cast seats; etc. NOTE: PLS CALL THE AUCTIONEER BEFORE GOING TO THE FARM ON ANY DAY BUT PREVIEW DAY. Terms: Cash, cheque, debit, Etransfer, Visa. 3% credit card fee. 5% online fee. Call, Text or Email Anytime. We’re happy to take absentee bids. DENNIS@KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS.COM 519-938-7499 LYN@KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS.COM 519-938-1315

complications from COVID-19, or if they are around medically vulnerable persons,” said Dr. Charles Gardner, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s medical officer of health. “Staying up to date and receiving all vaccinations you are recommended for, including booster doses, offers the most important layer of protection and reduces the risk of severe illness and hospitalization if you become infected with COVID-19.” COVID-19 vaccine is widely available throughout the area, including by appointment at the health unit’s offices, the community clinic located at Georgian Mall in Barrie (by appointment and walk-in), and at the RVH COVID-19 Immunization Clinic at 29 Sperling Dr. in Barrie (by appointment and walk-in). New dates continue to be scheduled for pop-up and GO-VAXX bus clinics for booster doses as well as first or second doses of COVID-19 vaccine to those aged five years of age or older. Appointments are recommended and

HAMILTON BROS. • EST. 1874 • 705-466-2244 hamiltonbros@ultrafastwireless.com 2047 Glen Huron Rd, Glen Huron

can be booked through the COVID-19 Vaccination Portal or by calling the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900. Up-to-date details for the above clinics are available on the health unit’s website and social media accounts. Other options for receiving your booster include appointments or walk-ins at select pharmacies, and some health care providers. Along with vaccination, the health unit continues to strongly recommend that people take precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including choosing outdoor activities and socializing outside if possible, wearing a mask in indoor public settings, limiting your number of close contacts, physically distancing from people outside your household, ensuring good ventilation, and practising proper hand hygiene. Free rapid antigen test kits are available at participating grocery stores 9 3 as well6as workplaces, and pharmacies, schools, 7 hospitals, 5 1long-term care 2 and retirement homes and other congregate 1 6 5 settings. 2 are experiencing 4 6 People who symptoms and are at higher 5 4 2 7risk of severe COVID-19 may be eligible for 2 8 3 treatment with antivirals. 1 information 3about For 6more COVID-19 8 and details 6 2 about4where and how to get your vaccination, please 7 1 8 visit our website at www.smdhu.org/ COVID19.

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To advertise in the service directory, contact info@creemore.com or 705-466-9906

ECHO Classifieds

THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022 •

FOR SALE

FOR RENT

SEASONAL RENTAL Furnished Home available October through March 2022/2023. 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom. Located in Creemore. Pets OK. Please contact 416-560-6437.

CREEMORE HILLS WINERY Pet-Nat Picnics and/or Wine Tastings by appointment only. Pick up or delivery. Call/Text 647-588-8931, cmorrissey0708@icloud.com. RUSTIC CEDAR FURNITURE handmade by members of the First Nations community. Contact the Old Stanton Store for pick up in Mulmur or Blue Mountain. 705-440-7982 or 705-446-0373.

MOVING SALE

LEISHMAN POTTERY. Corner of Concession 9 and Simcoe Road 10 Saturday July 23. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 705-428-5240. Contents of house and store, shelving galore, prints and paintings, vinyl records, 78’s etc., plus lots of interesting items.

NOTTAWASAGA DAYLILIES

OUR GARDEN IS NEAR PEAK BLOOM Open Fri. Sat. Sun. & Mon.

10 am to 5 pm - Now through Labour Day Terms: etransfer, cash or cheque.

3757 Conc. 3 S. Nottawasaga

Julie & Tom Wilson • 705-466-2916

TWO BEDROOM HOUSE. No smokers, no pets. Call 705-441-2343 and leave name and phone number.

SERVICES

ELLIOTT PAINTING AND DECORATING, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Interior and exterior painting and wallpapering. Call for free estimate at 705-466-2356. CONTRACTOR REPAIRS, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Contact Brian McCurdy, at 519-986-1781 or 519375-0958. PAINTING AND PARGING. Deck power washing and painting. Professional workmanship. Call Don for estimate at 705-424-0708 or 705816-0708. STONE AND TILE INSTALLER. Interior and exterior. 30+ years experience. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call Kevin at 705-985-1851.

THE CANADIAN JUNIOR SHORTHORN ASSOCIATION Sends a VERY BIG

THANK YOU To the Many Local Farm Friendly SPONSORS

DARRYL LUNDY McQUEEN – VUE PAVING & FARMS LESLIE HAWKEN & SON HAMILTON BROS. GREENVIEW GRAPHICS COOPERS EQUIPMENT RENTALS STEWART’S EQUIPMENT

And VOLUNTEERS Jen, Matt, Matt, Pat, Andy, Pete, Kaitlyn, Ethan, Sam And Many, Many, Many More FOR MAKING THE

CANADIAN NATIONAL JUNIOR SHORTHORN SHOW at the Collingwood Fairgrounds, July 14 – 17, A HUGE SUCCESS The enthusiasm and cooperation among juniors and seniors, cattlemen and Shorthorn breeders from far and wide was an inspiring testament to the strong future of the farming/agriculture community the world depends on to put food on everyone’s table.

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

WANTED

A Collector trying to recreate an old time GENERAL STORE is looking for items found in a General Store before 1960. Eg. tea tins, tobacco tins, candy tins, postcards, bottles, magazines, old paper items, comic books, signs, toys, advertising, old store stock, etc. Cash paid. 416-7454981 or 416-953-6219.

DEATH NOTICE

HELP WANTED

HOUSEKEEPER required. Dunedin area. 1 day per week, permanent position Apply to lisa@sequel.ca, 705-4663564. CLEANING PERSON to come in every two weeks. Household has no pets. Five minutes west of Creemore. Please call 705-466-3109. WINDOW AND EAVESTROUGH CLEANING TECHNICIANS. Flexible hours. Part-time and fulltime positions available. $18-$22/hr, negotiable. Your best job yet! Call/ text Ryan @ 705-351-1570 or email ryanmcnally@collegepro.com. Love cake? YF Patissier Chocolatier is looking for MATURE PARTTIME HELP in the shop. Contact Jennifer at yfpatissierchocolatier@ gmail.com or drop by the shop to say Hi. 134 Mill Street. CREEMORE VILLAGE GREEN GROUNDSKEEPER Start Date: Immediate The Creemore Village Green will open this summer. We are seeking a part-time groundskeeper to maintain the park during all seasons. The CVG groundskeeper will report directly to the Village Green Manager. The CVG Groundskeeper role will include, but is not limited to; ● Daily water testing ● Lawn maintenance and weed prevention ● Some Garden Maintenance ● Garbage and waste removal ● Assist with set up and take down for events ● Snow removal ● Outdoor rink maintenance ● Assist the Creemore Horticultural Society with heavier items as requested ● Maintain the mobile and fixed equipment as directed ● Regular morning and afternoon clean ups as directed ● Other duties as assigned by the Village Green Manager. Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO Certified) would be an asset, although training is available. The CVG Groundskeeper is required to adhere to the Clearview Township Code of Conduct and Health and Safety Standards. To apply email creemorevillagegreenmanager@ outlook.com.

PLATTS, Harold Arthur – It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Harold Arthur Platts on Friday, July 15, 2022 at Campbell House Hospice, Collingwood in his 87th year. Harold of Stayner, beloved husband of the late Margaret Jean (Beettam) 19392015. Youngest son of parents Samuel Fredrick 1895-1974 and Grace Marian 1900-1982. Predeceased by sister Edythe Marian Gent and brothers Robert Nelson and Dalton Stanley Predeceased by nephews Billy Gent and Rob Platts, and niece Robyn Gent. Survived by sister Audrey May MacAuthur, brothers Herbert (Bud) and Phillip. Survived by twenty-four nieces and nephews, thirty two great nieces and nephews, and seven great great nieces and nephews. Harold spent his entire working life with the Ontario Ministry of Health 1956-1991. During his tenure at the Ministry of Health he worked in such departments as Accounting and Payroll, T.B. Prevention, Occupational Health, Environmental and Public Health, Policy Planning and Development. He also served as an executive assistant to various directors within the Ministry. A graveside service was held at Stayner Union Cemetery. If desired, a donation to Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation or the Turning Point Ministries would be appreciated by his family. To sign Harold’s Book of Memories, please visit www. carruthersdavidson.com.

THANK YOU

Thank you to all those who helped with our Summer Flower Show on July 16. A special thanks to Creemore Village Pharmacy, The Creemore Echo Newsstand and Creemore Flower Shop for prizes; to Bob Ransier for storage, delivery and return of our gazebo and to Lynn Wilkinson for set-up and take-down and to the hardworking committee, who was involved with organizing the whole event. The Community Broken Pot category was a great addition this year and the four lovely period design vignettes by eight of our members were the icing on the cake – the 101st cake, that is as we continue to celebrate that number of continuous years as Creemore Horticultural Society. Thank you all! The Flower Show Committee

CLASSIFIEDS WORK! Email - info@creemore.com or call 705-466-9906 Submit online at www.creemore.com or drop into The Creemore Echo office.

• THE CREEMORE ECHO • Friday, July 22, 2022

Dufferin hosts municipal comprehensive review open house The County of Dufferin will host a Public Open House on July 26 as part of its effort to increase public engagement around the Municipal Comprehensive Review (MCR) process. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Mel Lloyd Centre, Horizon Room, at 167 Centre St., Shelburne. “On May 12, 2022, Dufferin County council approved a phased approach to the MCR process. Community and resident feedback are critical as the MCR will shape the future of the County,” says Cody Joudry,

Director, Development and Tourism, Dufferin County. “This event is an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to learn more about the MCR, and the projected and allocated growth in population and employment by community. We look forward to seeing and hearing from people at the event.” The Public Open House is open to all community members and residents of Dufferin County. Findings from the Land Need Analysis report and transportation study will also be shared. To RSVP, please email planner@dufferincounty.ca. Walks-in

are also welcome. Dufferin County is home to 66,000 people and is expected to grow to 95,000 by 2051, according to the Province of Ontario’s Growth Plan. To address this predicted growth in population, Dufferin County is working on the Municipal Comprehensive Review – a series of studies that will influence Dufferin’s Official Plan and shape the growth of Dufferin County for the next 30 years. For more information, please visit: www.joinindufferin.com/dufferincounty-municipal-comprehensivereview.

Hospital implements emergency department wait time clock Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH) has introduced a wait time clock for the Emergency Department (ED). Wait times for the ED will now be posted on cgmh.on.ca, allowing patients visiting the hospital to see approximately how long it will take to see an emergency doctor, before arriving at the hospital for care. Patients will have access to: the number of patients that are waiting for initial physician assessment and the estimated time it will take to see a physician (initial assessment).

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

www.clearview.ca

Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.

BUILDING AND PLANNING ASSISTANT FULL-TIME

FINANCE ASSISTANT FULL-TIME

Clearview Township (Stayner Administration office location) is currently seeking a Building and Planning Assistant.

Clearview Township (Stayner Administration office location) is currently seeking a Finance Assistant.

Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Chief Building Officer, the Building and Planning Assistant is responsible for secretarial and clerical functions, as well as, assisting with duties for Building Department and Planning/Zoning Department including document preparation, telephone and in-person reception, responses to general enquiries from the public, distributing mail, scheduling, and preparing forms for building/septic inspections and initiating the internal process for new permits. The preferred candidate will possess working knowledge of Municipal Building and Planning functions, as well as a working knowledge of municipal government practices and the Ontario Building Code as it relates to permit applications.

Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Deputy Treasurer, the Finance Assistant is responsible to provide customer service assistance as well as a broad range of administrative/communication support to internal departments and members of Council. Provide exceptional customer support regarding municipal concerns with a focus & concentration on property tax services and Accounts Payable. The preferred candidate will possess working knowledge of Municipal finance functions including accounts payable, collecting, posting, and balancing cash tills, preparing daily bank deposits, in-person and front counter customer service, issuing burn permits, dog licences, transit passes and 911 signs.

Skills and Experience • Recognized degree/diploma in Office Administration with the completion of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing General Legal Process Course considered a definite asset • 1 to 3 years experience in a related position • Experience in recording and gathering data in preparation for monthly reporting to related government agencies • Experience reviewing new building and septic permits • Assisting the Committee of Adjustment Secretary with any help needed for Consent and Minor Variance applications. • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, project, and time management skills • Proficient organization and communication skills • Strong technical skills including Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as tailored database systems (Land Manager) Salary: The salary range offered for this position is $45,537 to $55,339 plus a competitive benefits package. Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer. Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2022-032 to Human Resources by July 27, 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

Skills and Experience • Recognized degree/diploma in Business or Accounting or suitable alternative • 1 to 3 years experience in a related position • Experience in front-to-back accounts payable processes • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and financial applications • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills • Attention to detail, a high level of accuracy and organizational skills • Excellent written communication skills to prepare e-mails/ correspondence • Possess a progressive attitude for innovation and continuous improvement within the Finance department. • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Salary: The salary range offered for this position is $45,537 to $55,339 plus a competitive benefits package. Note: The preferred candidate must be willing to provide consent for the Township to conduct a background and vulnerable sector check prior to finalizing an employment offer. Interested candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter quoting job # 2022-034 to Human Resources by July 27, 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