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Weather events cause increasing flood concerns by Trina Berlo Recent weather events have caused concern for residents prompting Councillor Thom Paterson to encourage his fellow council members to look ahead and plan for solutions. In March, an ice jam caused flooding at the south end of Creemore and in June, a deluge of rain caused flooding at the north end of town. Paterson said these weather events aren’t predictable, but are expected, and some of the facilities that exist to prevent flooding are proving to be inadequate. “We’re aware that, with changing weather, some of the obvious things that we’ve seen this year are warning signs,” he said. In recent years high winds and heavy rains have caused the Mad River to surge and water to flow down Fairgrounds Road, causing flooding to yards. “We declared a climate crisis and there is a meaning in that. That means we have to be better prepared so I
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Daisy Gilmour sent The Echo photos of properties at the north end of Creemore overwhelmed by rain water in June. want to signal people that we have to start thinking about these things,” said Paterson. “We have to turn some of these concerns into operational, actionable
items.” He is asking council to think about how to improve streets so the water drains better, while working with the NVCA, the County of Simcoe, and
developers so that all of the costs and responsibilities do not fall solely on the municipality. “It’s not so much that our drainage facilities are aging, it’s that they’re probably not sized for predictably more rains, heavier snows and more thaws,” said Paterson. The drainage problem at the north end of town affecting homes on County Road 9 and Jardine Crescent was exacerbated when a drain on County Road 9 became clogged with debris. Paterson said the public works department is aware of the issues and as the next budget cycle begins, he wants council to think about costs associated with sizing drains to handle more water. Then there is the general draining pattern of groundwater in Creemore that is a result of the roads not being “urbanized,” meaning many roads don’t have curbs and gutters. Paterson said he wants to know if residents have concerns about flooding. He can be reached at tpaterson@clearview.ca. Clearview raised the Intersex Progress Pride flag this week at the Emergency Hub and Fire Administration Centre in recognition of Fierté Simcoe Pride’s Pride season from July 25 to August 7. From left: CAO John Ferguson, Councillor John Broderick, Mayor Doug Measures, Fierté Simcoe Pride representatives Chair Caleb Kenehan, President Colin Nelthorpe and Christian Kenehan, Fire administrative assistant Sandra Doyle and Acting Fire Chief Scott Davison. The theme for 2022 is, “Progress and Pride,” highlighting the progress and acceptance but recognizing that the 2SLGBTQIA+ community stands together in the wake of social injustices.
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UPCOMING EVENTS Friday, July 30 to Monday, August 1
• 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 30
• 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. • 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. $2 fee for a bottomless cup of coffee or tea. Everyone welcome.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
• VON SMART fitness program. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 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.
Sunday, August 7
• *** Save the Date*** Meet Your Neighbour Corn Roast and BBQ at the Singhampton Tall Small Hall Community Centre.
Saturday, August 13
• *** Correction *** Gathering of the Classics has been cancelled at Edenvale Airport west of Stayner. Instead, organizers are hosting an Open House of all aircraft and EHAF’s aircraft, including full size replica of the Avro Arrow. BBQ. Free parking and admission. Donations welcome. Check www.classicaircraft.ca for any updates.
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, August 20 and Sunday August 21
• Grand Opening of the new Creemore Village Green. The much-anticipated opening will bring families, friends and neighbours together in the heart of the village. The ceremony will begin Saturday at 10:15 a.m. on the Village Green Stage.
Saturday, August 27 and Sunday August 28
• The Ruff Mudder - An all new muddy, mucky 5 km race for owners and their dog, over, under and around 90+ obstacles. Two days filled with all things Canine! Plus pawsome vendors and food trucks too. Location: Abernant Veterinary Services, 6725 Hwy 26, Stayner. Register at ruffmudder.ca.
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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Mulmur councillor runs for deputy mayor by Trina Berlo Shirley Boxem is running for deputy mayor in Mulmur, taking on incumbent Earl Hawkins. Boxem has served one term on council after receiving the highest number of votes in the 2018 election, bringing to the table her “knowledge of Mulmur’s land use and community character to bear on issues of conservation and communication.” “It has been an honour to serve as a Councillor,” said Boxem in a media release. “As deputy mayor, I will continue to be respectful of your precious tax dollars and vigilant in protecting this very special place we call home.” Boxem was already active in the community having served as a board member of NDACT when the Mega Quarry application was withdrawn, and taking an active role in creating Food and Water First. As Executive Director of Headwaters Communities in Action (HCIA), she oversaw Headwaters Food and Farming Alliance, the creation of DC MOVES, Volunteer Dufferin, and the Dufferin County Community
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County releases annual report card on 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy
The County of Simcoe has released its eighth annual report card, Housing Our Future: 2021 Annual Report, to measure and evaluate the implementation of recommendations contained in Our Community 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy. The strategy sets a minimum goal of 2,685 new affordable housing units between 2014 and 2024. By December 31, 2021, the county reported that 2,531 new units had been created since 2014, 94 per cent of the way to its overall target. “We know that over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, housing has become more challenging for many people due to rising house prices and rental rates,” said Warden George Cornell. “We recognize that the need continues to grow, that is why County Council has been so supportive in the delivery of increased affordable housing stock across the County. This includes three new builds in various stages of progress in Orillia, Bradford West Gwillimbury, and Barrie, which will provide at least 330 new homes that are affordable to residents in those communities once complete.” Highlights of the Housing Our Future: 2021 Annual Report include: • Creation of 167 new units in 2021; • County council approved a $28.4 million project in Bradford by Simcoe County Housing Corporation to develop a mixed family and seniors building, in partnership with the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury; • The Building Hope Project by The Lighthouse, which received contributions from the federal and provincial governments, County of Simcoe, City of Orillia, and community fundraising, opened its doors in August 2021; creating 20 self-contained units of supportive housing and 40 new shelter beds for men and women, plus a 5-bedroom youth wing on a 2.4acre property in Orillia; • Distribution of $1.29 million in rent supplement/ housing allowance subsidies; • Distribution of $377,200 in affordable homeownership down-payment supports; • Funding and distribution of over $1.3 million for Secondary Suites and for urgent home repairs; • Funding for the affordable housing strategy comes from a variety of sources, including the County of Simcoe, the Cities of Barrie and Orillia, and Governments of Canada and Ontario. The county’s strategy will continue to focus on supporting residents through maximizing funding, achieving targets, and working with area partners to create affordable housing units for residents across the county. More information on this can be found at simcoe.ca/ourahhps.
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Participants in the 1995 Duntroon-to-Stayner Road Race, which was held on Canada Day for 50 years.
Village Green to benefit from Jamboree by Bonnie MacPherson What started out as a movement to block the creation of a mega quarry in Mulmur Township has morphed into a positive force for community change according to Bill Duron. Duron hosted the 17th Anniversary Jim Cuddy Jamboree last weekend at his home, Lyric Pond. About 350 people flocked to the site for an evening of local food, craft beverages, and entertainment by the Jim Cuddy Band and Skydiggers. The first Jamboree was organized by the group Conserve Our Rural Environment (CORE) to raise funds for engineering studies and legal costs associated with the fight against what members felt was inappropriate development. That fight was ultimately successful, and Duron says with no pressing land use issues currently on the horizon, the focus has shifted in recent years to projects such as clean-up of the 400-acre Pine River Nature Reserve. The event is now run by the Dufferin Community Foundation and supports both a conservation and environmental fund, and an arts and culture fund. A $25,000 donation from last year’s Jamboree was made to the Creemore Community Foundation to finance entertainment at the soon to be opened Village Green. Duron anticipates that once proceeds of this year’s event are tallied, there will be another donation of $25,000-$30,000. Jim Cuddy who was recently awarded an
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Clockwise from top: Community members socialize at a fundraising BBQ at Madriviere for the Village Green gardens on July 16 in memory of Lana Bryant; Rita Madill and Lorne Rowbotham; Gayle Millsap, host Marie Stephenson, and Donna Lowe; attendees hit the buffet; Jack and Janice Stephens with Scott Oster and Melissa MacMurchy.
BBQ funds garden in honour of Lana by Jeannine Murphy The recent Village Green BBQ fundraiser was a sizzling success! The weather was hot, the drinks were cold and the fun was fantastic! People were happy to socialize and support the community based Village Green. Looking to cultivate a local connection to the cause, organizer Marie Stephenson obtained beef and pork donations from farmers for the BBQ. Many local businesses and community members generously donated prizes for the silent auction and raffle. Big thanks and appreciation go out to all who supported the event. Hard work and many helping hands went into producing this successful event. Colin Bryant, the
son of departed Lana Bryant, was happy to pitch in to help. He organized a fun golf challenge that had everyone teeing off to try for a hole-in-one or hit closest to the pin. Lana would have been proud to see such an outpouring of generosity and effort from the people she worked alongside in her many volunteer roles. The event raised about $20,000. The funds will be used for the Village Green gardens to honour Lana as well as the many past and present volunteers. Every donation makes a big difference and it will all be put back into the community. We all look forward to attending and enjoying many upcoming events at our very own Village Green. Meet you at the fountain!
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Real Farms Don’t Sell Tickets An industrial-scale lavender-themed farm is being proposed just west of Creemore. Its purpose is to sell tickets, meaning thousands of additional cars on our community’s roads and agricultural disruptions. Tell your local councillor that you oppose your tax dollars supporting this attraction. More info:
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Clearview receives county trail funding Clearview Township is one of 13 recipients of county funding for trail development. This year, the County is investing almost $350,000 to help fund 13 projects throughout Simcoe County under the Trails Connecting Communities Program (TCCP). This 50/50 cost sharing scheme provides up to $30,000 per project, to expand, create, and/or enhance the extensive network of trails across Simcoe County. “Since 2009, when the Trails Connecting Communities Program was established, the County has provided approximately $2.7 million in funding to assist in the completion of 119 trail and active transportation projects across all 16 member municipalities,” said Warden George Cornell. “These funds will enhance and expand our developing multi-use trails network to promote environmentally friendly links between our communities, as well as providing safe and accessible ways for residents and visitors to relax, unwind and exercise.” To qualify for County TCCP funding, projects must enhance an existing trail or establish a key trail linkage to improve network connectivity and improve trail accessibility for people with disabilities in accordance with applicable provincial standards. Other municipalities to receive 2022 TCCP funding are: Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Tiny, Tay, Springwater, Bradford West Gwillimbury, Essa, Innisfil, Midland, New Tecumseth, OroMedonte, Ramara and Severn.
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Members of the Royal Canadian Legion are walking the Bruce Trail in support of homeless veterans. The Road to Recovery trek began in Tobermory on July 4 and will end 35 days later at the Bruce Trail South Terminus Cairn on August 7. Hikers will be fed and housed at various Legion Branches along the route. Twelve hikers arrived at the Creemore Branch on Friday, July 22, where they were served dinner and sheltered for the night before being served breakfast and continuing on their trek. Donations to help homeless vets can be dropped off at The Creemore Echo, 3 Caroline St. W., payable to the Creemore Legion Branch R2R.
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Canine obstacle course promises to be one Ruff Mudder
by Trina Berlo Ruff Mudder is set to attract up to 1,600 participants from the United States and Canada to Stayner for a dog-friendly obstacle event at Abernant Veterinary Services and farm on August 27-28. A five-kilometre trail takes participants through at least 80 obstacles designed to provide people and their dogs a fun activity that they can do together, along with a day out in the country, and a chance to visit a real working farm. The obstacle course that the team has created takes people through fields, stands of wildflowers, hardwood forest, and a bog. “People have to get muddy,” says Tai DeLuna, owner and veterinarian at Abernant. “And wet.” Guaranteed, there will be mud, water, and a 20-acre corn maze. The old equestrian jumps on the property have been incorporated into the course, along with culverts, ponds, a straw house, a slip-and-slide, ninja line, rock climbing wall, a spider web and dog teeter totter. Some of the obstacles are geared toward the dog but at others, the humans have to do all the work and the dogs still get the treats. It takes about 40 volunteers and countless hours to prepare the course each year. Participants leave in heats, staggered throughout the day on either the Saturday or Sunday. They can walk, run or sprint. It’s not a race but some people take the fitness challenge very seriously, aiming to beat the course record (which is not recorded). There
are prizes but not for “winning.” The prizes include “best-dressed,” the muddiest dog and the “spirit award,” which in 2019 went to a three-legged dog and person who were out there helping and encouraging others along the course. At the end, there is a cold beverage available from Collingwood Brewery, a dog centric vendors’ market and food trucks. The idea for Ruff Mudder morphed out of the DeLunas personal fitness activities. Tai said that her spouse Cayra – a partner in Balance for Wellness which does fitness retreats, yoga and other activities – would be training for various races with Tai and their dog Raze but when it came time to go to the event, they always had to leave the dog at home. They wanted to do something that would be a fun activity for both the pet and their person. Cayra started offering doga (yoga for people and dogs) and the idea for Ruff Mudder grew from there. Tai said they had also received a lot of feedback from Abernant open houses that indicated people loved walking the trails on the 98-acre farm. The event has been running since 2015, but events in 2020 and 2021 were cancelled due to the pandemic. The farm is the real beneficiary, says Tai, because the event allows them the financial flexibility to allow a rotating portion of farmland to go to fallow each year, allowing it to regenerate Other proceeds support three charities: The Farley Foundation is included each year; the local charity of choice this year is the Georgian
Triangle Humane Society, the global charity is WWF. The event is supported by businesses and organizations that sponsor obstacles.
To register, visit ruffmedder.ca. Fees range from $80 per individual to $50 per person for a family of four. Abernant is located at 6725 Highway 26, Stayner.
Walkathon supports programs to keep pets with their families by Trina Berlo Across Canada Humane Societies are seeing a greater number of animals that are being surrendered with behavioural and medical needs and seeing animals stay in shelters for twice the length of time they did last year. “Some of the reasons for the increase in medical and behavioural needs is being attributed to what is happening in our economy. As folks are experiencing housing insecurity, food insecurity, and inflation there are rising costs associated with owning pets,” said GTHS executive director, Sonya Reichel. She said the cost of pet food, and veterinary care are going up, and if people are evicted from their homes they may not be able to find rentals that accept pets, forcing them to give them up or seek assistance. The GTHS runs a pet pantry – a food bank for pets – and at the end of June this year there have been the same number of requests for assistance from the pet pantry as throughout all of last year. Reichel said adoption rates are stable but the dogs and cats are at the shelter for a longer period than before. “We’re still figuring out what it all means,” she said. “The phone lines are
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“It’s that people in our community are struggling, and when you are struggling and have a variety of crises that you are dealing with, in some cases you’re no longer able to take care of the furry member of your family.” -GTHS executive director Sonya Reichel
quiet.” While some people are struggling others may be traveling again, and are no longer cooped up at home. She said that contrary to public perception, people are not necessarily returning pets they adopted during the pandemic, it is more that the economic impact of rising costs are putting a strain on vulnerable people. “It’s that people in our community are struggling, and when you are struggling and have a variety of crises that you are dealing with, in some cases you’re no longer able to take care of the furry member of your family,” said Reichel. “It’s incredibly heartbreaking because generally the people who are vulnerable in our community need their pets the most. Their pet is what
gets them out of bed in the morning, is their companion, provides them with unconditional love – is their safety net in many cases. So, losing their pet can be a loss of hope.” Reichel said that’s why the whole purpose of the GTHS is to keep pets with their people. The reason is twofold: Because home is where the pet is safest and where it wants to be; and also because the GTHS is all about the wellness of people. “We know that compassion for pets is founded in compassion for people,” she said. In addition to the pet pantry, the facility also offers an emergency boarding program for the pets of abused women fleeing domestic violence until they are relocated. Reichel said they typically do about 10 emergency boards per year and this year they are already up to 17. They also provide an emergency medical assistance program for one-time care for those in financial need. In 2021, they had 29 requests throughout the entire year, and this year they are up to 65. GTHS programs are supported through its largest annual fundraiser, the Walkathon, now in its 10th year. The GTHS Walkathon is a virtual fundraiser that runs July 31 to August 6. The events
culminate at Tails of the Mountain Dog Festival with a celebration walk at 1 p.m. on the final day of the campaign. The GTHS Walkathon ensures the Humane Society has the resources to support 1,500 homeless pets, the stray and surrendered pets that come to the GTHS from Clearview, Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Town of the Blue Mountains and Meaford, and are sometimes able to support requests for assistance from Owen Sound, The Bruce Peninsula and Saugeen Shores. The funds also support the 3,000 vulnerable people in the community who access the outreach programs and the animal hospital, and also support 2,000 people who access a youth program. “Our fundraisers rely on community members that roll up their sleeves and get involved. These events take dedication, determination and local champions that understand just how valuable every dollar is for our mission and work,” said Reichel. “We are so proud of event sponsors like Huronia Alarms, they are true partners of our work. Now we are recruiting champions, local community members that will lead us, inspire us, and ensure that the most vulnerable in our community always have safe haven.” Register at gths.ca.
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Paramedics team up with St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program County of Simcoe Paramedic Services (CSPS) is proud to support the St. John Ambulance (SJA) Therapy Dog Program through a donation of $2,500 and a partnership supporting the mental health of CSPS paramedics. This St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program (also known as Support Dogs) is another component of the Mental Health program that will be available to all County of Simcoe Paramedics Services staff. The program will assist Paramedics in real time, and through scheduled visits for continued support for the mental health of CSPS Paramedics. The SJA Therapy Dog Program will begin with a therapy dog and their handler (teams) to visit Stations starting May 23 during Paramedic Services Week. Visits will be scheduled to coincide with evening shift changes, allowing Paramedics to have a short visit to support their mental health. It is the mission of this Support Dog Initiative to use the unique skill set of the program volunteers and their dogs as leaders in service delivery excellence through a professional, knowledgeable, compassionate and inclusive approach to support the CSPS staff’s mental health. Every staff member experiences the challenges and impacts of the profession of paramedicine in a unique way. Each person needs a safe, secure,
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caring, inclusive, supportive and non-judgmental environment to understand these experiences and feelings. Research suggests that Support Dogs can have positive benefits for individuals who have
experienced trauma. As such, CSPS and SJA have agreed to this Support Dog Initiative to offer CSPS Staff an opportunity to have access to mental health support of Support Dogs from SJA Therapy Dog Program.
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ALRIGHT JOHNSTON... Nancy Kathleen Johnston and Keith Cecil Boulter are proud to announce their marriage (to each other) that took place at their home in Creemore this past Saturday (July 23rd) after more than forty years from their first encounter. Approximately one hundred and seventy guests arrived, observed, participated and danced the night away. Thanks to all of the designers, helpers and ‘labourers’ who turned our lovely home into one of the nicest wedding venues in the history of wedding venues. Special thanks to Nancy Kathleen Johnston who showed up, looked particularly fabulous, went through with it and will never regret it for one single second – that, Keith Cecil Boulter guarantees. Slowly, we will now return to daily life in the most magical village in the world – as a married couple. It’s a heck of a storyline. Neither one of us would ever have believed it, if we hadn’t lived it.
COVID-19 vaccine now available to children 6 months to 5 years As of July 28, parents and caregivers can book appointments for their children aged six months to under five years to receive their paediatric COVID-19 vaccine. “We are very pleased that children aged six months to under five years are now able to receive their COVID-19 vaccine,” said Dr. Charles Gardner, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s medical officer of health. “Evidence shows that the lower-dose paediatric Moderna Spikevax vaccine is safe and offers protection from risks of severe illness and hospitalization should they contract COVID-19. I encourage all parents and caregivers to consider getting their younger children vaccinated as soon as they are able, particularly if they have underlying health concerns or are immunocompromised.” The Moderna Spikevax (25 mcg) mRNA COVID-19 vaccine is the first COVID-19 vaccine authorized by Health Canada for use in children six months to under the age of five years. In keeping with provincial guidance that is informed by the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI), children must be six months to under five years of age to receive the paediatric Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine. Two doses of the vaccine are recommended, with at least eight weeks (56 days) between the first and second doses. It is advised that children who have recently had COVID-19 wait to receive their vaccine until eight weeks after the start of symptoms or testing positive. A wait of 14 days between receiving
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another vaccine and receiving the COVID-19 vaccine is also advised for this age group. As with any medical decision, SMDHU encourages parents and caregivers to make an informed choice about this vaccine, including speaking with their health care provider to discuss what is best for their child or contacting the SickKids COVID-19 Vaccine Consult Service and booking an appointment to speak with a registered nurse. Information and resources, including ways to make the vaccination experience a positive one, is available on the health unit’s website. Vaccination for all those who are eligible, including our youngest community members, offers the most important layer of protection against severe illness from COVID-19. 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 practicing proper hand hygiene. If you are feeling unwell, stay home and get tested if you have access to either rapid antigen tests or are eligible for PCR testing. Appointments are available via the COVID-19 vaccination portal, by calling the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre at 1-833-943-3900, or by visiting participating pharmacies in Simcoe and Muskoka.
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tree felling & complete removal wood chipping • stump grinding
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To advertise in the service directory, contact info@creemore.com or 705-466-9906
ECHO Classifieds
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FOR SALE
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. THE OLD STANTON STORE New First Nation's cedar furniture has arrived! $599 for a love seat, two chairs and a table. Mulmur 705-4662012. Blue Mountain 705-446-0373. Local delivery available. Hog Wild Farming Company pasture raised BEEF, PORK AND CHICKEN AVAILABLE. Bulk purchase options or individual cuts. See website for prices, www. hogwildfarmingcompany.com.
NOTTAWASAGA DAYLILIES
NOW AT PEAK BLOOM
MOVING SALE
11 GEORGE ST., Creemore. July 30 and 31. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Artwork, garden, kitchen, workshop items. 47 FRANCIS ST. W., Creemore. Saturday, Sunday and Monday. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come see. Buy something.
FOR RENT
TWO BEDROOM HOUSE. No smokers, no pets. Call 705-441-2343 and leave name and phone number. THE RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT. Exclusive private country rental is minutes from Creemore on the river front. Designer decorated and fully furnished. Open concept living room/ dining/kitchen with a stunning stone propane fireplace, heated hardwood floors/AC. Main home sleeps 6, with 2 bathrooms, cottage sleeps 4, with one bathroom. Two-car heated garage with wood burning fireplace, with paved driveway. Utilities inclusive, snow plowing, internet/bell satellite TV, house cleaning. Perfect turn key cozy rental for a family to enjoy seasonally or monthly for the weekender or ski season. References plus damage deposit required. Available Sept. 1 2022. Contact: 519-938-0588.
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
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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.
SERVICES
ELLIOTT PAINTING AND DECORATING, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Interior and exterior painting and wallpapering. Call for free estimate at 705-466-2356. CONTRACTOR REPAIRS, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Contact Brian McCurdy, at 519-986-1781 or 519-375-0958. PAINTING AND PARGING. Deck power washing and painting. Professional workmanship. Call Don for estimate at 705-424-0708 or 705816-0708.
LOST
LARGE GREY PET RABBIT (yes, could have been a Coyote's dinner but you never know!) Lost close to Creemore, off Fairgrounds Road. Answers, sometimes, to "Jack." Call 416-358-3768, if found.
HELP WANTED
HOUSEKEEPER required. Dunedin area. One day per week, permanent position Apply to lisa@sequel.ca, 705-4663564. 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.
THANK YOU
On behalf of the members of the Creemore Legion, I extend sincere thanks to Shawn Kelly, and his firm, Natural Blends, for clearing the weeds and debris from the Cenotaph. The Legion is grateful to Shawn for his community mindedness in performing this service gratuitously, and without being asked. Doug Mills, Public Relations Officer Creemore Legion
Anyone in need of some LANDSCAPING WORK? Grass cuts, yard clean ups, flower beds. All for affordable prices! Contact us at (647) 679-8151. The Owner’s of
THE HOCK EXPRESS in Barrie say….
“Retirement is going to be fantastic. We can’t wait to be doing nothing without the worry of getting caught. Haha!!”
THE KIDD FAMILY AUCTIONS TEAM is proud to help the store owners head off to Florida.
On-line auction, Friday, August 5th, with lots starting to close at 5 pm.
The Creemore Village Green is hiring
VILLAGE GREEN GROUNDSKEEPER
Preview: at the Kidd Family Auctions home office base, 548280 4th Line, Melancthon, from 10 am to 4 pm on Friday, Auction 5th.
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.
Pickup: Saturday, August 6th, from 10 am to 5 pm. If this doesn’t work, please call for an appointment. Visit the website to bid, WWW.KIDDFAMILYAUCTIONS.COM
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drums, harmonicas, etc. Mixers, amps, and accessories. Great variety of new & used tools. Jewelry…gold, diamonds, watches & more. An assortment of new R/C toys, small appliances, collectibles, Harley-Davidson accessories, electronics, TVs, and more. There are sure to be treasures in this sale for everyone!
This role will include, but is not limited to:
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Daily water testing Lawn maintenance and weed prevention Some garden maintenance Garbage and waste removal Assist with set up and take down for events Seasonal leaf and snow removal Outdoor rink maintenance Assist the Creemore Horticultural Society with heavier items on their request Maintain the mobile and fixed equipment as directed Regular morning and afternoon clean up as directed Other duties as assigned by the CVG Manager.
Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO Certification) would be an asset, although training is available.
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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.
9Us end season with big win by Matthew Martin Cardinals 9U had their final home game of the season on July 26, and it was a good one. Going out with a bang, they secured their first win of the season with an impressive 16-11 victory over Stayner. Infield efforts from Everett, Noah, Griffin, Adair, Ziggy, and Si provided two key shut-out innings. Bats were on fire starting with lead off hitter Theo, and big time contributions from Seth, Easton and Christien. Down two runs going into the fifth inning, Creemore exploded with an
epic 10-run bat-around inning to secure the win. Although every player was great in this one, the player of the game was Everett who fearlessly stopped a line drive off his foot and shocked the crowd by limping to the loose ball, somehow making the out. This team and all its players have come so far this season. They have shown how far hard work and dedication will take you. Coach Matt, and helpers Caroline, Ryan, and Bill are all so proud. Great job everyone, you deserve this win!
My staff and I can assist with: Congratulatory Certificates Canada Revenue Agency Citizenship and Immigration Employment Insurance Pensions Passports Veterans
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). Please visit: www.clearview.ca
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