June 16, 2023

by Trina Berlo

A second push for fundraising is underway in support of Ukrainians living in the community.

Jim Slattery says the residents face many challenges when relocating to the area, mainly the language barrier and a lack of affordable housing.

There are 15 Ukrainians, including five youth, living in the area and volunteers are working to support them and their host families by raising funds, offering English classes, and helping them to find jobs, transportation and housing but it has been a challenge, said Slattery, and there is a now a need to raise more money.

He said some of the newcomers are working long hours, have long commutes, and face administrative career barriers.

“They need our help,” said Slattery, “and we know more are coming.”

Slattery works with a small but dedicated group of volunteers who have been raising funds since last year. The newcomers are pretty much on their own when it comes to covering the costs of education and housing,

which is proving to be very expensive. The government of Canada’s special measures allow eligible Ukrainians impacted by Russia’s invasion to stay in the country for up to three years.

They may be eligible for a one-time payment to help cover basic needs while they get settled in Canada.

Volunteers have had some success with fundraising through a book launch and operating the coffee booth at the Creemore Farmers’ Market. Local people have provided household items, transportation and other support.

Donations now go through St.

Fundraiser in the works for Ukrainians living locally Legion hosts Canada Day activities, fireworks

by Trina Berlo

The Creemore Legion is coordinating a full day of Canada Day celebrations in the village on July 1.

Activities start with a three-onthree ball hockey tournament hosted by Creemore firefighters at Station 4 in front of the Legion. Participants are invited to register as a team or as individuals in the competitive or family division. Cost is $10 per player. Games will be played on Veterans Way, between the Creemore Arena and the Legion, where most Canada Day activities are taking place throughout the day. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and games start at 10:30 a.m. The tournament is open to all ages. Sign up in advance by emailing creemoreffa@ gmail.com or calling 705-888-8903.

The annual Harold Crawford Memorial Bike Parade begins at 1 p.m. Everyone is invited to decorate their bicycles with a Canadian theme and meet at Mad River Park, at the south end of Mill Street, in time for the start. The bike parade will be followed by a parade for kids of all ages.

After the parade there will be 'Olde Thyme' games and activities at the Legion including three-legged races, sack races, egg-and-spoon races, a scavenger hunt, water balloon toss, lawn bowling, ring toss, bean bag toss, and face painting from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., with an official cake cutting is at 2 p.m.

The Legion Ladies Auxiliary is holding a barbecue lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and serving other food at the

Legion throughout the day.

An official ceremony begins at 8 p.m., with the singing of the National Anthem and awards presentations.

Organizer Norm Nordstrom said additional entertainment has been added to this year’s evening programming, and there may be one or two last minute additions to the day’s activities.

The DanceRoom and Maizis Martial Arts Academy will be performing from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. followed by The Steve Baker Magic Show. There will be live music by the Hogback Band from 9 p.m. while people wait for the fireworks at dusk. Organizers ask that people leave their pets at home.

Organizers will be passing the boot to raise money to pay for the fireworks

Luke’s Anglican Church, whose food bank also helps to support the newcomers.

“The people [who have helped] are many and they have big hearts. It is no longer me, but us, and I would like to mark this date with a big thank

so be sure to donate. Donations can also be made at collection jars around town, or send a cheque to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 397, 27 Wellington St. W., Creemore, ON L0M 1G0.

For more info about what’s happening throughout Clearview Township visit creemore.com/events.

The Central Ontario ATV Club (COATV) is hosting the Clearview Canada Day Parade in Stayner on July 1. The parade will start at 10:30 a.m. and end at the Station Park. Register by June 25 at Clearview.ca.

Clearview Township is offering free swimming at Stayner Centennial Pool, and there will be live music from 4 p.m. at the Stayner Legion. Food will be available.

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

A group of community members continues to support Ukrainians living locally and are preparing for a second fundraising push with a call for donations and a silent auction.

(See “Donate” on page 10)

June

• Surround yourself in light and wellness at the Sanctuary. Six yoga classes a week. Gentle, Flow, Strength and Restorative. Call 705-8887729 or visit the website for details www. thecreemoresanctuary.com. Email inquiries to thecreemoresanctuary@gmail.com.

Friday, June 16

• Creemore celebrates the Summer Solstice from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Line dancing, drumming, activities in the downtown. Live music with a performance by Juno nominated band Madison Violet. Cash bar on the street. Hosted by the Creemore BIA along with the Creemore Village Green, many volunteers and Clearview Township.

Saturday, June 17

• Creemore Farmers' Market every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Station on the Green, 10 Caroline St. E.

• Come and Go Buck and Doe for Sherri Gallaugher and Blair Brown from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Masonic Shrine Club, 2265 Fairgrounds Road, Collingwood. Ticket to get in $10. Prizes, cash bar, snacks and more. Come join the fun.

Sunday, June 18

• St. Luke's Anglican Church will be acknowledging National Indigenous Day (June 21) with a special liturgy at 11:15 a.m. All are welcome.

Wednesday, June 21

• The 5th annual Seniors Information and Active Living Expo featuring over 70 exhibitors. Free admission, door prizes, live music. Enjoy a BBQ lunch (cash only) courtesy of The Youth Centre's Grill Team. Please bring a water bottle to refill at the water stations. June is Senior's Month! Seniors ride free on local transit from June 18 to 24 so come on out and get to know the community. Questions? Email agefriendly@wasagabeach.com.

• Creemore Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show and meeting with speaker Gail Cocker on “Pruning for the Faint of Heart” at Station on the Green. Doors open at 7 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Entries to the flower show must be delivered to Station on the Green between 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. the day of. Please come and join us.

Thursday, June 22

• Stayner Music, Market and Park It every Thursday night from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Station Park, 7259 Highway 26. Live music, local vendors, classic car show, children's activities and licensed bar hosted by the Stayner Kinsmen Club. See the summer music line-up at www. discoverclearview.ca. Contact events@clearview. ca for more information.

• Creemore Legion Chicken and Rib Dinner Chicken leg and ribs, corn, baked potato, bun/ butter, rice pudding. $20 per person. Order by June 16 and schedule pick-up times between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Please have exact change. Call 705466-2330. Many thanks for your support!

Friday, June 23

• The Elliston and Smith Team from Sotheby’s International Realty Canada present the second of three Clearview Speaker events. Join speakers from The Keep Refillery, Tierra Hermosa Local Market and The Apothecary Inc. at Station on the Green from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a discussion on Women as Change Makers: Behind the Scenes of Some Local Creemore Businesses. Creemore Hills Wine, beverages and delicious snacks will be served from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Silent auction to benefit My Friend's House.

Saturday, June 24

• Summer festival at Purple Hill Lavender Farm from noon to 7 p.m. Live music, food trucks, children's activities and artisan market with over 30 local vendors. Tickets on Eventbrite, search "Purple Hill Lavender Farm."

Sunday, June 25

• Blue Mountain Manor spring open house from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Live music by the Gulleys, tours of the home, strawberry tea in the dining room, and door prizes. 236 Weir St., Stayner. Contact 705428-3240 or visit www.oxfordbluemountain.com for more details.

Saturday, July 1

• Canada Day celebrations at the Legion starting at 9:30 a.m. Street hockey tournament, BBQ, bike parade, activities all day about town, farmers' market and much more to see and do. The Steve Baker Magic Show at 8 p.m. and the biggest and brightest fireworks display in the area at 9:45 p.m. at the arena. Please donate to the Boot Drive, the collection jars about town or contact Norm at 705466-6748 to donate. Funding will make this an event that we can enjoy every year. Dogs do not enjoy fireworks, please leave pets at home.

• The Creemore Legion Ladies Auxiliary pie contest. Everyone welcome to enter. Please bring two pies. These pies will be cut after the contest, and sold by the piece. Proceeds will go to the Canada Day fireworks. Linda Cockton is the esteemed pie judge. Contact Dee Hansen at 705441-3709 to register before June 17.

• Strawberry Festival at the North Dufferin Community Centre. Free kids games and activities from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., dinner from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets at the door, adults $25, children 6-12 $10, kids under 5 free.

Thursday, July 6

• Strawberry drive-thru supper, hosted by Jubilee Presbyterian and Centennial United Church, to be picked up at Centennial United Church in Stayner between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. $25 per person, gluten free available. Pre-order by Monday, July 3 by emailing fundraisers@ucstayner.ca or phone Wilma at 705-428-2874.

Saturday, July 8

• Collingwood Music Festival opening night with performance by the National Academy Orchestra featuring special guest Jeremy Dutcher, 7 p.m. at Millenium Park in Collingwood. Festival runs July 8-15 and features nightly performances by award-winning artists. Additional shows will take place at First Presbyterian Church. For tickets and more information, visit collingwoodfestival.com.

Exercise, community key to living well with Parkinson's

by Trina Berlo

The inaugural South Georgian Bay Parkinson’s Festival will focus on exercise, information and community, the three essential ingredients to the best quality of life for people living with the complex brain disease.

The event is hosted by Living Better with Parkinson’s, a local organization that encourages daily physical activity, education and opportunities to connect with people as essential ingredients to maintaining and increasing the well-being of people who live with Parkinson’s Disease.

Creemore resident Andrew Hill is a Living Better with Parkinson’s board member. When he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in March of 2020 he reached out to an old friend who was the facilitator of a local support group. That support group has since become affiliated with Living Better with Parkinson’s, founded by a few support group members, supporters and spouses, and has grown to have more than 100 members.

According to Parkinson Canada, more than 100,000 Canadians live with Parkinson’s and everyone’s Parkinson’s journey is different.

Hill said his symptoms are relatively mild, but as the disease continues to progress he is inspired to be involved with treatment research and best practices.

He said Parkinson’s can result in challenges relating to balance and movement, so exercise is very important.

As a result, Living Better with Parkinson’s is growing its exercise offerings to include chair dancing, yoga, meditation and is participating in the development of a new program called TIME – Together In Movement and Exercise – that is specific to Parkinson’s, and designed by healthcare practitioners with the University Health Network.

“It has been proven that exercise slows the progression of Parkinson’s,” said Hill, adding that it helps with balance and muscle rigidity.

The sense of community, he said, just as important as the physical support.

“It’s huge because I get to talk to others and share ideas on how to address challenges,” said Hill.

Living Better with Parkinson’s provides ongoing educational and physical activity programs to people living with Parkinson’s Disease in South Georgian Bay including Meaford, Town of the

Church Directory

Clearview Community Church

9:30 a.m. Sunday

Pastor Clayton Culham

22 Caroline St. W., Creemore 705-430-6056

More information and online worship available clearviewcommunity.church clearviewchurch@rogers.com

Creemore and New Lowell Pastoral Charge 9:45 a.m. Sunday at New Lowell United 5227 County Rd. 9, New Lowell

11 a.m. Sunday at St. John’s United and online 192 Mill St., Creemore

Rev. Jane Sullivan 705-466-2200 newlowellunitedchurch.weebly.com www.stjohnscreemore.ca

newlowellunitedchurch@weebly.com creemorepastoralcharge@rogers.com

Knox Presbyterian Church

10 a.m. Sunday

Pastor Deb Curry 8933 County Rd. 9, Dunedin 705-466-2296

Blue Mountains, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner and Creemore, with little or no program fees. Regular support group meetings are held in Collingwood and Wasaga Beach.

The South Georgian Bay Parkinson’s Festival will be held rain or shine from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Bayview Park in Thornbury on Saturday, June 24. Everyone interested in sharing stories, learning, and meeting new people connected to the Parkinson’s community is welcome to attend. Admission is free. Healthy snacks, lunch and beverages will be provided. Attendees are encouraged to bring a yoga

mat, water bottle, sunscreen, and sun hat.

Speakers and vendors include: the TIME Program, Wise Moves Kingston, Inner Yogies, Candace Cox, The Physio Hub, Nielsen Premium Fitness Training, Bowen Therapy with Meredith Kerrigan, Spinning Wheels Tour Team, Community Engagement CSC Chigamik, Dancing with Parkinson’s, SGB Family Health Team, and Breaking Down Barriers.

For more information visit livingbetterwithparkinsons.ca, or contact Andrew Hill at ahillpm@outlook.com.

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National Pink Flamingo Day

JUNE 23rd

All stable members of the Flamingo Society of Creemore are invited to attend a special meeting at the Founder’s residence from 3pm to 8pm for fizzy drinks & hors d’oeuvres.

Dress code: casual Flamingo evening wear

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Creemore resident Andrew Hill is on the board of directors for Living Better with Parkinson’s, organizers of an upcoming South Georgian Bay Parkinson’s Festival that is open to everyone wishing to connect with the Parkinson’s community.

THE WAY WE WERE COLUMN

More than words can say

Dear readers,

We couldn’t be more grateful for the community support shown to us during this year’s subscription drive.

If this weren’t a newspaper we would be tempted to say that words cannot express our gratitude, but words are what we do here at The Creemore Echo so we’re going to give it our best effort.

We are delighted by the community's commitment to preserving local news and we are very grateful to everyone who supports this small independent community newspaper in any way they can.

We send an extra burst of gratitude to those whose names appear on the opposite page. They have given a little, and sometimes a lot, extra to help us to keep the lights on, the presses running, and reaching our goal of being the best newspaper in Creemore.

We send a big thank you to our patrons, champions, boosters, subscribers, advertisers and all our readers.

In addition to the visits at the Creemore Farmers’ Market and Stayner’s Music, Market and Park It, and the pop-ins at the office, we have also appreciated the calls and words of encouragement.

Creemore has been fortunate to have a community newspaper almost consistently since 1886 and the current staff is very dedicated to making sure it thrives.

It is never easy to ask your fiends and neighbours for money, and this year we went out asking for even MORE!

Readers may remember that we hoped to add a second staff member to the editorial team so that we could become a “Qualified Canadian Journalism Organization.”

Well, we are now taking baby steps to do exactly that. Our application is in and we await word from the Canadian Revenue Agency.

Regardless of the outcome, your faith in this little newspaper has been the endorsement needed to make us feel fully “qualified” to be a vehicle for the news and views of the community.

In the meantime we continue to work toward our $45,000 target to pay for additional editorial staff. We are getting there but still have a ways to go. So, please, talk us up to your friends and family and encourage them to subscribe.

There are many options, including gift subscriptions, and an early bird email version of the weekly paper sent out on Thursday nights.

For those who wish to subscribe, visit www. creemore.com/shop. Every level of support is very much appreciated.

Once again, to everyone who values this newspaper and understands that it is one of the binding agents that holds us all together, thank you. Whether you clip news stories for your scrapbook or use it to line your bird’s cage, we appreciate you.

Peace and love.

LETTER

Big radical change is needed

Editor:

He gave us a beautiful planet.

He told us how to look after it.

He warned of severe consequences if we didn’t listen.

We didn’t listen.

We corrupted the soil.

We poisoned our pristine waters.

We have even invaded space “the last frontier.”

Was it ever in the plan that if we trashed this planet we could all move to the moon?

Our planet has been impacted.

Our lives on this planet – healthy, safe, peaceful

and beautiful have been impacted. What can we as humans do to reverse this downward spiral?

Maybe humans don’t have a lot of power but we can think big.

Common sense tells us what is needed is change, big radical change.

Not so much change for my generation but for those people yet to come. We want to know who will take up this task?

We must believe we can make a change. Or is it too late?

Billie Power, Mulmur.

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This post card of the Grand Trunk Railroad (GTR) Station, inspiration for the Station on the Green, was printed at Gowan Printing Services in Stayner, operated by Rick Gowan. The postcard submitted by Brenda Baker reads, "This railroad was originally the Hamilton and Northwestern Rail Road. Known as the Beeton Flyer or the Hog Special, the first train ran in 1878 and the last in 1955 as CNR."

WE COULD NOT BE MORE GRATEFUL

PATRONS

Anna Hobbs and Byron Beeler

Anne and Bruce Godwin

Barbara and Pierre Lamaire

Basia and Paul Regan

Bill and Lorainne Strain

Bill Estey

Bob and Kim Seldon

Bob and Marlene McLean

Bonnie MacPherson and Rick Schubert

Brian and Alexa Usher-Jones

Brian and Charlotte Carter

Bronwyn Hill and Rob Walkowiak

Buckley Mortgage Broker - Gerard Buckley

Candace Watson-Hiscox

Carolyn Lane and Christopher Dodd

Catherine and Tony Fry

Charles Moses

Cheryl MacLaurin and Eric King

Chris and Susan Portner

CHAMPIONS

Alice and Andrew Spyrc

Angela McMonagle

Anna-Lisa and Keith Mantesso

Barb and Peter Halsall

Barbara and Hilton Tudhope

Basil Guinane and Cecily Ross

Bill and Gail Martens

Billie Power

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Cathy and Bob Highland

Charles and Lee Magwood

Cheryle Reynolds and Rene Petitjean

Christine and Ron March

Cooper Wright Family

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Creemore Concierge

Dale and Michael Gee

Darlene Gould

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Creemore Plumbing Company

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Don and Frances MacFarlane

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Fred and Jacqueline Minduik

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Geoffrey and Judi Parker

Gerry Blackburn

Greg and Julie Kelk

Heather and Dennis O’Connor

Helen Blackburn

Elizabeth Lickrish

Emily Worts and John Millar

Fennario Meadows

Gary and Lois Cauthers

Gavin and Jenny Ross

Georgie Collis

Gillian Stoker-Lavelle

James and Carolyn Wines

James and Gail Cocker

Jane Pepino

Jean A. Smart B.SC. PHM. Memorial Fund

Jim and Annette Moltner

Jim and Mary Boyd

Jim Slattery and Susan Ross

Joe and Helen Fledmann

John and Kimberley Taylor

Julie and Tom Wilson

Juliet Jancso

Karlin and Stephen Roat

Kenneth Wayne Schutz

Linda deWinter

Liz Eakins and James Bruer

Liz Quanbury

Lorne and Shirley Bunn

M. Branigan and G. Tardif

Margaret Wente and Ian McLeod

Marilyn and Robert Chenier

Ironside Law Firm - Jim Ironside

Jane and Larry Goldberg

Jeff Williams and Jaki Skillings/Gravity Sunpower

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John and Pamela Rennie

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Lee Lockwood

Linda and Ron Coulter

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Lynn Eakin and David Young

Mark Wallace

Marnie and John Hillier

Martha Bull

Mary and Jim Fisher

Matthew Vorstermans

Maureen McLeod

Meg McLachlin and Kevin Reilly

Michelle Hayward

Michelle Meneley

MK Lynde

Murray and Sandra Lackie

Nancy Groshen and Athir Nuaimi

Ralph Cochrane and Jay Fry

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Sue and Hugh Auld

Susan Hanna

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Tim and Carrie Stinson

Tom Arndt and Susan Logan

Vivienne Bent and David Bracken

Mary Lou and Ted Morgan

Maureen and John Farrow

Maureen Quigley and Patrick Reid

Meg and Greg Young

Monte and Frith Bail

Nanci White

Norm and Ginny MacEachern

Robert Davies and Anne McIlroy

Roberta Hague

Rockside Campbell Design

Rick and Mary Ellen Hall

Ruth Steverlynck

Samantha Margis and Peter Dawe

Simon and Mireille Mortimer

Susan Banting

Ted Gruetzner

Tony and Anne Arrell

Tracey Lawko and Peter Blaiklock

Victoria and Stuart Lazier

BOOSTERS

Adriana Zettle

Ali Woodley and Matthew Flett

Bill and Lorraine McLeod

Dale Asser

Donna and Wayne Hammill

Dorothy Shropshire

John and Judy Alexander

Jon and Jess Tamlin

Norman Wingrove

Pat and Chris Raible

Paulette and Peter Dennis

Peter and Jan Hall

Pierre Marcoux

Read Hilton

Sophie Duncan

Steve and Irene Thomas

Susan Kyle and Gordon Campbell

The Burleton Family

Tracey Kolowska and David Bruce Johnson

William and Isobel McDougall

Students learn printmaking from professional artists

by Trina Berlo

It was back-to-school for local artists this spring as the Artists in the School program returned to Nottawasaga and Creemore Public School.

The program is funded by Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society and was supported this year by a pre-pandemic grant from the Ontario Arts Council, who patiently deferred the funding until the artists could get back into the school. The program has introduced students to many different mediums and styles of art over the years.

This year, Liz Eakins and Jessica Tamlin , local artists based out of Mill Street Art Studio, introduced students in Grades 4-8 to the art of printmaking over three session from May 26 to June 13. Classes were assigned different disciplines of printmaking, including foam relief printing, monoprinting, collagraph printmaking, dry point and reduction linocut printing. Each discipline required the student to come up with an original design and create a piece that was then printed using a table top press, sometimes involving multiple steps.

Students are given the tools and materials they need and are led through the process, learning about its history and origins as they go. The artists spend a lot of time prepping the lessons in advance to set the students up for success.

Eakins said it’s very rewarding to see students gain confidence as they go through the creative process, even if they had little faith in their artistic ability at the outset.

“The thing that makes it so worthwhile for Jess and I is to see the pride and joy when the kids hold up their piece and they can’t believe they’ve made it,” said Eakins.

The goal of the Artists in the School program is that students will continue to explore their artistic sides and continue to learn. Also, said Eakins, by learning about a process like printmaking, students gain an appreciation for the artistry and the uniqueness of something that isn’t mass produced.

The Artists in the School program is one of many local programs supported though Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society membership fees. To become a member, visit phahs.ca.

Speaker event benefits My Friend's House

A silent auction to benefit My Friend’s House has been added to the program for the second Clearview Speaker event hosted by The Elliston and Smith Team from Sotheby’s International Realty Canada.

On June 23, representatives from The Keep Refillery, Tierra Hermosa Local Market and The Apothecary will engage in a discussion on Women as Change Makers: Behind the Scenes of Some Local Creemore Businesses, now being moderated by Nancy Prenevost, board member at My Friend’s House, a shelter for abused women and children living in the Georgian Triangle.

The event will be held at Station on the Green Friday, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. with wine from Creemore Hills Winery and snacks from Chez Michel served from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Register for free at www.eventbrite. ca/e/643449152737.

The Creemore

by Matthew Martin

The Cardinals hosted Mansfield this week in what turned out to be the closest game of the season.

The opposition came out swinging but the Cardinals once again showed off their strong defence.

Sam Lemieux made a big out in the second to help keep the cubs off the board. Gage Kaden showed off his skills at the plate crushing a liner down the third base line.

Every play seemed to be essential but a couple key moments lifted the Cardinals to a 4-2 victory.

A two-run double from Si Stephens, and a couple big defensive plays, to end the final inning, from Griffin McIntosh-Shepley sealed the deal.

The Cardinals are home on Tuesday to face Angus.

Contributed photo

Adair McIntosh-Shepley plays first base during the 9U Cardinals home game win on Tuesday.

Mulmur survey says don't regulate fireworks

by Trina Berlo

Mulmur council has received the results of a community fireworks survey and has voted to draft an amendment to the fire bylaw to prohibit fireworks use during periods of fire ban.

At its May 3 meeting, Mulmur council continued a discussion ongoing since 2021 about fireworks and their impact on people’s personal safety, the environment, wildlife, disturbances to neighouring properties, and potential fire hazards. Following significant discussion, council directed staff to draft an amendment to the fire bylaw to prohibit fireworks use during periods of fire ban, and supported enhanced education measures.

Until now, Mulmur Township has not had a bylaw regulating the use of fireworks.

Council has voted against a total ban but did vote to prohibit fireworks use during restricted periods, such as fire bans, and supported enhanced education measures through township communication channels and encourage residents to call the OPP non-emergency line to report disturbance caused by fireworks.

Mulmur council also voted to amend its noise

Games& FUN

by Barbara Simpson

bylaw to exempt the sound arising from fireworks on all public holidays, and 48 hours prior to the holiday.

In September, council directed staff to develop a survey on the potential restriction of fireworks to be brought back to council for consideration.

Of the 336 responses, 70 per cent (238 people) indicated they are in favour of continuing to allow fireworks in Mulmur with 38.4 per cent saying they should be allowed on special occasions and 25.6 per cent saying they should be allowed year-round. And 45.54 per cent said Mulmur should not require permits to set off fireworks.

Of the 53.47 per cent that said they are impacted by the current use of fireworks in Mulmur the breakdown of the reasons why is as follows: Pets: 73.63 per cent (134); noise: 64.29 per cent (117); sleep: 43.41 per cent (79); safety: 35.71 per cent (65); livestock: 32.42 per cent (59); other: 26.37 per cent (48); mental health: 22.53 per cent (41); and property damage: 19.78 per cent (36).

Councillor Patty Clark is concerned about the use of fireworks since learning of their potential harm to the environment, animals and how it can be triggering for people with PTSD.

Canadian Criss Cross

ACROSS

1. Soothing, healing ointment

5. Canadian who established the oldest commercial cranberry bog in Canada

9. Curler Sonnenberg from Alberta

10. Be jubilant

12. Israeli intelligence agency

13. Put more bullets into a pistol

15. Spanish cheer 16. ___ extinguisher

18. Danish Island in the Wadden Sea

19. Alcoholic beverages

21. Clothes worn in a play 23. Drinks with a straw

25. “Mayberry’s town drunk” 26. The ___ Kings (Canadian band)

Answers on page 11

FUNNIES

Why don’t they have Father’s Day sales?

30. Fit one into another 31. Trucks for hauling heavy loads, for short 33. first person to reach the South Pole

37. Of that kind

38. Numerous

39. Fleur-de-lis 41. Grassy field 42. Sour-tasting 44. River in Nova Scotia 46. Moonshiner’s apparatus 47. Hard places on a tree 48. Fencing sword 49. Withered

It has been found that fireworks release harmful toxins and debris that can be harmful to humans, livestock, wild animals, fish and waterfowl.

“It is important for us to be making informed decisions on issues, so Mulmur is trying to provide information on the potential risks of harm,” Clark told The Echo

Full survey results can be found on the township’s website at mulmur.ca.

Residents are reminded to keep safety in mind when setting off fireworks:

• Choose the right location

• Designate a safety perimeter

• Plan for accidental fires

• Get moving after lighting the fuse

• Pace yourself: Light one firework at a time

• Supervise your kids

• Properly dispose of fireworks

• Check your local laws

• Sober is safer

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1. Implore

2. Reply: abbr.

3. Plant part

4. Doctor

5. First words of a toast

6. Filename extension

7. Marsh plants

8. Open into flowers

9. Tim Horton’s “___ the Rim to Win”

11. Domesticated

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22. Takes off one’s hat in greeting

27. Middle ear bone

28. Try to be like

29. Kitchen utensils

32. Fish of the herring family

33. Japanese pearl diver

34. Apple computers, for short

35. Join together

36. Shaving mishaps

40. Having a healthy mind

43. ___-de-France

45. Neither’s partner

When was O Canada composed by Calixa Lavallée as a hymn for French Canada, and when was it adapted as Canada’s official anthem? A.

Because fathers are priceless.

Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful Dads especially mine

PUBLIC MEETING ON TRIBUTE PLANS FOR THE FORMER ALLIANCE SUBDIVISION

Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 pm Clearview Council Chambers

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Donate and bid at silent auction July 8

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you to all the people of Clearview and Mulmur for the jobs provided and the secure refuge that the people have received,” said Slattery, especially to the host families, who he calls the “heavy lifters.”

Now, there is a need for a second wave of support for those who are here and those who are coming soon.

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5. Architectural Control Guidelines

Details on Clearview’s web site: https://www.clearview.ca/building-planning/current-projects/tributeofficial-plan-amendment-zoning-law-amendment-draft-plan

Planning Justification Report: https://www.clearview.ca/file/pjr-tribute-creemore-april-1123finalpdf PLEASE

Slattery and his team are organizing a silent auction on July 8 and are hoping for the same level of community support received last year.

The funds raised are going directly to the Ukrainian families and the St. Luke’s Community Food Bank.

The auction will be held at Station

on the Green during the Creemore Farmers’ Market from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Donations of high quality items are needed by July 1. Tax receipts will be issued when eligible. To make a donation, call Nancy Groshens at 416-473-8490.

To make a monetary donation, go to www.canadahelps.org/en/pages/ clearview-ukrainian-relief-refugeesupport/. The money will go directly to St. Luke’s Anglican Church and will be distributed to the Ukrainians.

There will also be a donation jar at Home Hardware in Creemore for anyone who wishes to make a cash donation and does not require a receipt.

Wyatt and Candace Molnar are new Clearview Township residents who discovered the joys of the library this week. They are anxiously looking forward to signing up to participate in this year’s TD Summer Reading Club program. Online registration starts on Tuesday, June 20 at www.clearview.library. on.ca.

FOR SALE

QUALITY HORSE HAY Year Round Delivery

705-466-2607

CREEMORE HILLS WINERY -

Wine for sale. Pet-Nat Picnics and/or wine tastings. By appointment only. Pick-up or delivery. Call/Text 647-5888931, cmorrissey0708@icloud.com.

SERVICES

CONTRACTOR REPAIRS, restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, piers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Contact Brian McCurdy, at 519-375-0958 or 519986-1781.

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.

PAINTING AND PARGING

Deck pressure washing and painting. Professional workmanship. Call Don for estimate. Call 705-424-0708 or 705-816-0708.

HANDYMAN SERVICES available. Interior, exterior and landscaping. No job too small, call for a quote. Contact Duncan Miller 705-888-6017, MillerRuralIndustries@gmail.com.

EXPERIENCED GARDENER available for weeding, mulching etc. Please text 705-790-3079.

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. 416745-4981 or 416-953-6219.

FOR RENT

Country setting in the hills of Creemore. SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTAL – selfcontained one-bedroom, open concept, fully furnished, fireplace, hardwood floors. Flexible dates. Contact Rita at 705-715-6530. See pics at airBnB.

Cute HOUSE FOR RENT in Glen Huron. Available from June 28 to August 23. $800 per week includes Internet and utilities. Call 416-3586120.

COUNTRY FARM HOUSE near Stayner. Yearly Lease. Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath. Unfurnished.Contact countryfarmhouseforlease705@ gmail.com for more information.

THANK YOU

Thank you to my family for all the work and effort in planning such wonderful 90th Birthday celebrations over several days. To all who came by on Saturday, I am overwhelmed by your thoughtfulness and words of appreciation, and for emails, phone calls, cards and gifts, a big THANK YOU and GOD BLESS. Sincerely, Elsie

Sheffer Purdy

BACK TO BACK TO BACK AUCTIONS

KIDD FAMILY

HODGINS, Andrew – June 2, 2022

Who can believe that over 365 days have passed. Andrew, you will be remembered and honoured always and forever. We love you and miss you so much. Forever in our thoughts.

Love Dad, Mom, Bobbie, Shelby, Eva and Nan

Outdoor Seasonal Maintenance Worker

This position is responsible for a four-season outdoor community space. Duties include, but are not limited to, general maintenance, cleanliness and safety of water features, and seasonal tasks such as lawn care and leaf/snow removal, as well as assisting with setup and teardown of events as needed.

Previous experience in outdoor maintenance and operation of general equipment is preferred. Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and address potential hazards or maintenance needs is necessary, along with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Candidate must be available to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and evenings.

This is an immediate position with competitive pay. Experienced students may apply. Please email manager@creemorevillagegreen.ca or call 705-466-6555.

217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0

Telephone: 705 428-6230 | www.clearview.ca

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

Communications are available in alternative formats upon request.

Spring/Summer Activity Guide Correction Notice

Canadian Thai Chi Academy

Tai Chi is a gentle set of movements that focuses on restoring, improving and maintaining health. Benefits include improved circulation, better balance and posture, increased strength and flexibility, and reduced stress.

CREEMORE: Station on the Green, 10 Caroline St. E.

Contact: creemore@canadiantaichiacademy.org

STAYNER: Jubilee Presbyterian Church, 7320 Hwy 26

Contact: stayner@canadiantaichiacademy.org

For more information, please visit: https://www. canadiantaichiacademy.org/

Amanda Murray

Community, Culture & Tourism Coordinator Township of Clearview (705) 428-6013 ext. 504 amurray@clearview.ca

ROCKandLAND SKIDSTEER

Forestry & Land Management Services

• Forestry Mulching

• Brush Mowing

• Deadfall Cleanup

• Overgrowth Clearing

• Forest Fire Prevention

• Logging Cleanup

• Land Clearing

• Utility Right-of-Way Clearing

• Stump Grinding

• Property Expansion

• Root & Stump Removal

• Land Reclamation

rockandlandskidsteer.com 705-305-2817

Survey to guide township priorities

A survey that is meant to help shape Clearview Township’s future priorities is now open.

The survey will inform the township’s new Strategic Plan to identify the shared vision, strategic priorities and tactics that will guide Clearview in the years to come.

“Council members and I are grateful to have citizens offer their input on the future direction and priorities in the community strategic plan. We are looking forward to setting the path for a successful future for Clearview Township,” said Mayor Doug Measures

The survey is posted online at www. clearview.ca/strategic-plan, and paper copies are available at the Clearview Administration Centre in Stayner. The confidential survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and closes on August 30.

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