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We are the champions! Leeds Chargers hockey team scored a championship win at the Centre ‘76 arena! For those in their third year, it was the end of their minor hockey career
with the league. It was an exciting time, especially due to the challenges that the pandemic brought for organized hockey teams. Sally Smid/Submitted Photo
Students at Sweet's Corners Elementary School were excited to
learn more about the process of making maple syrup. Custodian Ronald Pilon tapped the maple trees in the school’s yard and each class had two buckets for collecting sap. The buckets are colour coded and the results are graphed each day to determine how much is collected. Submitted Photo
A Ukrainian flag displayed at the Township of Athens Municipal Hall is
one of many countrywide to show our support to those who are suffering through the ongoing Russian invasion.
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SATURDAYS, APRIL 9 & 16 Front of Yonge minor soccer will hold regis-
trations for the upcoming season (boys & girls ages 4-15) under guidelines from our public health unit. Registrations will be held from 9 am - noon at the Front of Yonge Fire Dept. meeting room. Those registering in person must wear a mask in the building. Those wanting to print off registration forms can do so at: www.frontofyongeminorsoccer.com and mail with payment or e-transfer to katecapitals@ gmail.com
SATURDAY, APRIL 9 Augusta Fire Dept. Annual Pancakes, Sausages & Baked Bean Supper, with
local maple syrup. At the North Augusta Fire Hall, 4:00-7:00 pm. Adults $10; Children 12 & under $5.00. Bring the
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MONDAY, APRIL 11 Leeds & Grenville Branch Presentation
Join us on Monday, April 11 at 7:00 pm for a presentation from author John Immerseel: For a Better Life: Post-War Dutch Immigration to Canada. This presentation examines the situation in the Netherlands before and during the war years, the reasons for emigrating, and the challenges facing families as they set out to rebuild their lives in their new homeland. Everyone is welcome but registration is required. Visit our website leedsandgrenville. ogs.on.ca for a link, or directly at: https://us02web.zoom. us/meeting/register/ tZAuc-2orDkvHNJ0l5nQgfioTf_e73xt31fy
Our FISH FRY is back!
Sponsored by St. Philip Neri Church Toledo
Sunday, May 15 4:00-6:30 pm
held at ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, TOLEDO Adults $18 Children 12 & under $9 Takeout Available Haddock Fish Indoor dining or limited outdoor heated tables
All made with pride by the Women & Men of St. Philip Church
SATURDAY, APRIL 16 FREE Community Easter Scavenger Hunt, Centennial Road
Church, 10 am to 2 pm. Rain or shine! Walk or drive as a family to find the clues. Registration opens Sunday, April 3 @ centennialroad.com
APRIL 18-29 Pitch-In Community Clean Ups! Help keep
our communities clean and litter-free! Bags, gloves and waste disposal available to volunteers. Collections happening in Lansdowne, Lyndhurst, Rockport, and Seeley’s Bay. Supplies available at the TLTI Township Office.
SUNDAY, APRIL 24 Spring Celebration at Furnace Falls Farm, 11 am - 3 pm, #504 Old Briar Hill Rd., Lyndhurst. Local vendors, live music,
one-of-a-kind crafts, lots of yummy food, family scavenger hunt, complimentary mulled cider. Indoor & outdoor event (barn venue and courtyard). More info: 613-561-2177.
THURSDAY, APRIL 28 Naomi Bristow returns to Athens at the
Joshua Bates Centre, at 7 pm. Tickets $35 www. joshuabatescentre.com. Info call 613 924 1947. The new AOG Gallery Art Trail starts at 42 Leacock Rd. and is open without appointment. With the snow gone, there is no need for skis or snowshoes. There are some new pieces of art since it first opened, with more coming this summer. The Gallery also has new art and is open by appointment.
Happy Easter Sunday, April 17
Athens Public Library New Hours starting April 1 Tuesday - 3-7:30 pm Wednesday - 3-7:30 pm Thursday - 9:30 am-1:30 pm Saturday - 9:30 am-1:30 pm Children’s Easter Craft is available to pick up at the library until Easter. Toddler Time is back! Join us on Thursday mornings from 10-11 am for our Toddler Time program for children 0-4 and their parent/caregiver. April Book Club will meet on Tuesday April 26 from 6:30-7:30 pm in the library. We will be reading Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty. New members welcome. Come and pick up a copy of the book at the front desk. Join the Library and Mary Rae Knapp at the Joshua Bates Centre on Monday June 13 from 7-8:30 pm for a special program about Mary Rae’s new book “The Godmother of Canadian Country Music”. Hear about Mary’s exciting journey and the artists who have played at the JBC. She will be available to sign copies of her book. You can also check out a copy of her book at the library.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #504 306 Lyndhurst Rd, Lyndhurst, ON WE ARE OPEN! Upcoming Events: Wednesday Night Euchre is back: 7:00 pm *MASKS NOT REQUIRED* Dances: April 9 - DJ Mel Hunt *Admission by donation for this dance* April 23 - Jeff Code & Silver Wings May 14 - Hillbilly Highway May 28 - Top Shelf June 11 - Jeff Code & Silver Wings June 25 - Real Country (formerly Red Rose Express) Please note: Admission $15.00 (includes light lunch) *MASKS NOT REQUIRED* For info or bookings please call Sheryl Galway @ 613-359-6239.
TOLEDO LEGION Branch 475 Sunday Dances Hot Dinner have resumed, doors open at 1:00 pm, First Sunday in April, May and June. Doors open at 1 pm and dancing is from 2-5 pm. $20.00 includes hot supper at 5:00 pm. Horseshoe Tournament on Sat., April 9. Starts at 11:00 am. Everyone welcome. Darts every Monday night at 7:30 pm. No need to register, just show up. Washer Toss every Wednesday afternoon at 1:00 pm. Just show up.
The Athens Museum is open again from 9-noon every Saturday. COVID passports are no longer required, but masks must be worn. Come see new displays, visit the research room and learn more about local history.
May Tree Sales
Location: The Friends Tree Nursery 4673 Debruge Road (0.5 km past the MJWA entrance) Dates/Time: from 9 am to 12 pm each day Wednesdays: May 11 and 18 Saturdays: May 7 (Mother’s Day weekend, with special gifts for Mum), May 14 and 21 10% discount for paid-up Friends members (renewals on paper forms available at sales) Memberships and Info Link for online membership form and list of trees for sale: https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/friends-macjohnson You can print the form and send it by mail to: Friends of Mac Johnson 4673 Debruge Road Elizabethtown, ON K6T 1A5 Contact us at: friendsmacjohnson@gmail.com Volunteer Opportunities Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Pat Brady at pat2brady@gmail.com During April until mid-May, we will focus on the nursery, potting 1000 small saplings and preparing for tree sales: Tasks may require very modest strength up to heavier lifting! Work bees on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
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Your Local Community of Gardens Needs You Whether it’s once for two hours or all throughout the season, please help us keep the Community Gardens ALIVE! Get your hands dirty and vonlunteer in your community. Get involved in Community Gardens in Delta, Elgin, Portland, Seeley’s Bay or Westport. • Meet new people • Get active • Learn to grow your own food • Take home free veggies • Help your neighbourhood food programs To volunteer contact Anne Bishop • 613-359-6000 • abishop@crchc.on.ca To rent a plot of your own in Westport contact Jeannette Harper • 613-273-5791 • devilake@rideau.net
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Local residents and businesses helping Ukrainian refugees By Sally Smid When the Russian invasion of Ukraine began, some area seniors painfully recalled the days of Nazi occupation in their homeland. The air raid sirens brought unsettling memories of the Cold War. Area residents have been reaching out in support by making donations, posting on social media, displaying flags and wearing the colours of Ukraine. There have been various displays and also a great interest in the Ukranian people
and their culture. Area Catholic schools responded to Pope Francis’ call to pray for peace. St. Joseph’s School in Toledo participated in a Fundraiser for Peace, as they realized the overwhelming assistance needed to “aid the suffering and to help in rebuilding lives”. Each family was invited to donate a toonie with funds being sent to CNEWA-Canada, “an organization that works in places where poverty, war, and displacement shatter innocent lives”. Some local businesses
have been stepping up as well. The Dutch Pastry Princess in Lyn sold design cookies shaped as Ukrainian flags and sunflowers with all proceeds directed to the Red Cross. In less than a day the Green Gecko in Lyndhurst sold out of their sunflower earrings, sunflowers being Ukraine’s national flower. All of the $720 in sales went to the Canadian Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. Centennial Road Church in Lyn is partnering with the Southgate Community Church in
Right: This group of women in Rideau Lakes is painting Ukrainian Easter eggs to decorate their little California Park when the snow goes as part of the Beautification Committee. Photo credit Victoria Galloway Below: One area resident created a door wreathe in the colours of Ukraine and included sunflowers, Ukraine's national flower which has swiftly become a worldwide symbol of solidarity for the country and its people since the Russian invasion began.
The display in the Athens Library is a reminder to visitors of the solidarity many feel during this time of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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YOUR HEALTH • On March 21 Ontario removed masking requirements for most indoor settings but they remain in place for public transit, long-term care, retirement homes, shelters, jails and congregate care and living settings. All other regulatory requirements for businesses are removed, including passive screening and safety plans. On April 1, pre-entry test requirements were removed for fully vaccinated travellers that enter Canada by air, land or water, however all travellers are still required to submit their mandatory information in ArriveCAN (app or website). For more info on travel regulations visit https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid). On April 27, all other remaining mask requirements and emergency orders are set to expire. • Questions about COVID-safe practices, isolation guidelines, and testing and vaccination locations? Visit www.healthunit. org • A handy list of mental health and wellbeing organizations is available on the Township of Elizabeth-Kitley’s website, at https://ektwp.ca/resources-mental-health/ • The Community Paramedicine Program has a new home at the North Leeds Paramedic Station. The Leeds Grenville Paramedic Service’s (LGPS) program has been up and running for about a year providing in-home health care and virtual visits to more than 1,000 area residents. The program’s office and training centre is being housed in Frankville in the former Elizabethtown-Kitley Township fire station. The LGPS has received $1.24 million from the province to operate the program and will receive a total of $3.25 million to continue operation into 2024. Funding is through the Ontario Ministry of Long Term Care as well as the Ministry of Health (Ontario Health) and is based on waitlists of seniors seeking placement in a long-term care home or who are soon to be eligible for long-term care. TAX TIME • The Volunteer Centre “Community Volunteer Income Tax Program” runs until April 30. Free personal income tax preparation for low to moderate income earners. Drop-off locations are located in Gananoque, Brockville, and Elgin or files can also be submitted electronically. Visit www.volunteercentre.ca or telephone 613-499-9393 ext. 20 for details. TOURISM & RECREATION • Download the Driftscape App which allows you to tour, explore and discover
hidden gems in TLTI and FOY. These hidden gems are in the form of places, events or self-guided tours. • Boating season is coming soon… access the water from boat ramps at Rockport, Seeley’s Bay, Lyndhurst, and Ivy Lea (suggested donation of $5). OUR FARMING COMMUNITIES • On March 18, the Grain Farmers of Ontario, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and the Ontario Agri Business Association held a briefing for provincial and federal government officials to outline the risks and challenges facing farmers for the planting of the coming season, and the impact the Russia-Ukraine War could have on Ontario’s food supply. The war is threatening to jeopardize the global food supply chain, a risk that could impact the 2022 crop season, drive up prices in the short term and lead to widespread famine in at-risk regions by next year, warn Ontario farmers. Farmers in Ukraine and Russia produce about a quarter of the world’s calories, with key regions in North Africa and the Middle East dependent on their production. It is vitally important that Ontario find ways to maximize its production of livestock feed and grain in the 2022 growing season, which will also require strategies to manage the shortfall in fertilizer that is expected to materialize because of sanctions against Russia. • Ontario farmers are doing their part to support Ukrainians who have been forced to flee their homeland, or are staying behind to defend it. Donations from Ontario farmers are being made to several charitable organizations providing humanitarian relief in Ukraine, including the Canadian Red Cross and the Canadian Foodgrains Bank. The OFA is contributing to a fundraising challenge initiated by Essex County Federation of Agriculture by matching donations up to $20,000 to the Canadian Red Cross Ukrainian Humanitarian Crisis Appeal. AROUND THE WORLD • The Special Olympics World Games in Russia 2023 have been cancelled. Our very own Neal Condron from Brockville is on the Cross Country Ski Team for Canada. Despite this unfortunate set-back, we wish Neal all the best for his future goals and we look forward to cheering him on at future competitions.
Thank You!
St. Andrews United Church would like to say a GREAT BIG THANK YOU to all who donated baked goodies, came to buy baking or gave a donation at our bake sale. We raised just over $2,500 for the Ukraine Relief Fund. It is so wonderful that thanks to all of you our little village church is able to do so many wonderful things for people in need.
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Next Issue: May 4, 2022 Ad booking & Copy Deadline April 27, 2022 Hoping for a tine-y lead to solve mystery of missing Fork in the Road What had become an iconic landmark at the juncture of Kitley Line 8 and Leacock Road near Frankville has gone missing! The large art installation was entitled “Fork in the Road” and was commissioned by Bill Gibbons in 2019 to help direct folks to his new Art Gallery. Its creator, area artist Chris Banfalvi, is well known for his repurposed steel sculptures. It was apparent that the sculpture was first vandalized and then stolen. The police were notified and it is hoped that someone will provide a tip as to its whereabouts or that it will be returned. This interesting news item has made it into international media. If anyone has any information at all they are asked to contact the OPP. Gibbons had stated that a new art installation would be created to replace the beloved and well known fork. As it turns out, the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley Council has agreed to pay for the replacement of the sculpture. Other sculptures may also be installed which could draw visitors to tour such art pieces. Sally Smid/File Photo
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MEDIA RELEASES Front of Yonge Township Announces Business of the Year Award Nominations The Township of Front of Yonge is pleased to announce that eight local businesses have been nominated for the Township’s first annual Business of the Year Awards. There are two award categories, Business of the Year and New Business of the Year. Business of the Year is awarded to a business that demonstrates a commitment to the community and its residents, combined with longevity, customer service, and innovation. This year’s nominees include: • Leading Edge Overhead Doors (Chris Birt) • Skyward Active Health (Shannon Morrison) • Xtreme Lawn Care (Wayne Trickey)
• Drawbridge Hair Salon (Diana Drawbridge) • Mallorytown Freshmart (Sam Sidhu) • Mallorytown Pharmacy (Mayur Vadher) • VB Bookkeeping and Tax Services (Vanessa Blenkharn) Winners will be announced at an Awards Breakfast to be held on April 13 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 at the Mallorytown Legion. Guest speaker will be the Hon. Hugh Segal, Canadian political strategist, author, and former senator. Tickets are $10 and can be reserved by calling 613-923-2251 or emailing admin@frontofyonge.com. The event is open to everyone, and pre- registration is required.
New Business of the Year is awarded to a business that has launched in the past 1 to 5 years and has demonstrated innovation, community involvement, customer service, and sustainability. This year’s nominees include: • Blackwood Guitars (Ted Brown)
“Small businesses are vital to the success of our community; we are excited to recognize local businesses through these awards. Thank you to the residents who took the time to submit a nomination.” - Township of Front of Yonge - Mayor Roger Haley
Frontenac Arch Biosphere Network to hold second annual Youth Climate Action Summit May 9-10 The Frontenac Arch Biosphere Network will present the second annual Youth Climate Action Summit (YCAS) on May 9-10, 2022. The YCAS at its core aims to empower youth to take concrete action towards climate change adaptation in their community. Featuring 11 experts in climate change and climate solutions. The two-day summit seeks to improve the climate literacy of the younger generation and prepare them to be future leaders in a more sustainable world. Youth teams from the greater Frontenac Arch Region, spanning from Kingston to Ottawa to Cornwall, will gather virtually to learn from experts and to work towards developing their own climate action plans. Teams will include students, educa-
tors, administrators, and facilities staff. Each team will be able to take their climate action plan back to their school or community for implementation. The summit presents a unique opportunity for youth to connect with youth from other schools, collaborate and grow their networks. Session topics include sustainable agriculture, composting, Indigenous climate action, reflections on COP26, and more. For a full list of speakers go to https:// youthclimateactionsummit.ca/speakers Teams of five youth from grades 9 to 12 can register until April 30. More info, including the Summit schedule and registration form, is available at youthclimateactionsummit.ca.
Two fortunate and very surprised Seeley’s Bay residents,Tamera Webb and Melissa Berry were the recent winners of $700,000 with their winning Instant Supreme 7 ticket which was purchased at Barriefield Convenience on Highway 15 in Kingston.
United Counties of Leeds and Grenville The highlights of the regular United Counties of Leeds and Grenville Council Meeting held on Thursday, March 24, as well as the Committee of the Whole and Joint Committee (JSC) meetings held earlier in March. Counties Council Approves 2022 Budget: The Council for the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville has voted to approve the 2022 budget with a 2.39% tax rate increase over 2021. According to Counties Chief Administrative Officer Ray Callery, the budget increase focuses on affordable housing, paramedic service response and transportation infrastructure, with a greater awareness of accessibility, communication and climate change challenges to position the Counties to support sustainable community growth and development. For more information contact Counties Chief Administrative Officer Ray Callery at 613342-3840, ext. 2301, or Treasurer Pat Huffman at 613-342-3840, ext. 2468. Ontario Renovates and Secondary Suites to increase Affordable Housing: Council has approved the Secondary Suites Program. The Ontario Renovates Secondary Suites Program, funded through the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), is intended to increase the supply of affordable rental housing for low-income households in Leeds and Grenville. It is a sub-component of the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative (OPHI). The Leeds and Grenville Landlord Secondary Suites Program is another method of advancing affordable housing in this area. For more information, including funding details, contact Manager of Social Housing Chris Morrison at 613-342- 3840, ext. 2328 or Director of Community and Social Services Alison Tutak at 613-342-3840, ext. 2305. In-person Council Meetings will commence in April: Counties Council has approved a return to in-person Council meetings effective in April, with temporary measures such as practicing social distancing, which restricts occupancy numbers. As such, all Council and Committee meetings that are not a closed meeting, under relevant provisions in the Municipal Act, will continue to be livestreamed. For more information contact Interim County Clerk / Manager of Legislative Services Lesley Todd at 613-342-3840, ext. 2454. Upcoming meetings: The Joint Services Committee was on Tuesday, April 5th; the Committee of the Whole meeting is on Wednesday, April 6th; the Planning Advisory Committee is Tuesday, April 12th and Counties Council is on Thursday, April 21st. All regular meetings begin at 9 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 25 Central Avenue, Brockville. For more information, contact Interim County Clerk / Manager of Legislative Services Lesley Todd at 613-342-3840, ext. 2454.
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Maple View Lodge to become largest facility of its kind in Canada By Sally Smid It has been a long road, but the plans for the expansion of Maple View Lodge Long-Term Care Home in Athens were finally revealed at the Joshua Bates Centre. The event took place on April 1 and was no April Fools’ joke! Plans are now underway to move forward and tenders are being considered. Counties Warden Roger Haley joined Athens Mayor Herb Scott and MPP Steve Clark to address area mayors, committee members, staff and media. “This will be the largest facility of its kind in Canada,” the MPP remarked. The revealed architectural plans included details of the new building’s location, gardens and community gathering spaces. Plans did need to be changed along the way and more funds were added to this much-anticipated project. Construction is set to begin this summer with completion in 2024. The modern, safe, innovative expansion will help make it possible for more seniors to have long-term care closer to their own rural communities. MPP Clark, Mayor Scott and others have done much in advocating for this 192 bed residence with the province contributing an estimated $43 million to the project.
Counties Warden Roger Haley, MPP Steve Clark and Mayor Herb Scott helped reveal plans for the new expansion of Maple View Lodge at a recent event in Athens. Sally Smid Photo
“Our government will continue to build up long-term care facilities, while continuing to support a complete community where people of all ages can live and thrive,” said MPP Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. MPP Clark also recently stated, “Our community para-medicine program will help ease hospital
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capacity pressures and provide additional care for seniors, delaying the need for long-term care. I am proud to champion that $3.25 million investment in this riding.” Many care workers will be added to aid in senior care and the Lodge’s expansion should have a real impact on the local economy as well!
Thank You The family of the late Rodger Scott wish to thank everyone for their kindness and concern during his illness and after his death on Feb.12, 2022. We appreciate the quick response of the First Responder, ambulance team, plus all of the Doctors, nurses and staff who helped Rodger during his extended stay at Brockville General Hospital. Rodger spent his lifetime enjoying most days working on Scott farms, first with his dad, Reg, then with brother Herb & nephew Tom. Rodger and Bonnie La Forty spent 37 years together helping each other enjoy life with many good memories. He had a keen interest in building model cars, remote control vehicles and boats. He also took many great wildlife photographs. Rodger enjoyed his time with his daughters Marnie and Mitz as well as his grandchildren; Jacob Stanzel, Brooklyn Stanzel, Jaden Scott- Lucas and Emma Demik.
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Rodger was a caring, kind, generous person. His conversations will be missed!
MEDIA RELEASES YEE-HAW - Naomi Bristow is back in Athens!
Yee-Haw the Joshua Bates Centre is back on track for another season of shows, and we are extremely excited to welcome back “Country’s Sweetheart” Naomi Bristow to Athens on Thursday April 28th, 2022 at 7:00pm!! Naomi will be joined on stage by Legendary CCMA guitarist Steve Piticco, and Brad Harpell as special guests for the evening. Naomi first performed in Athens at the United Church when she was only 15 years old. Impressing the audience with her powerful voice, classic country sound and award-winning yodeling talent. Growing up on a small farm in Beeton Ontario and raised in a rodeo family; a young Naomi began singing at the tender age of 6 alongside her 2 brothers. Together they perform at rodeos, fairs, festivals and talent competitions. Shortly after; Naomi decided that she wanted to venture out and began a solo career singing traditional country songs influenced by strong independent women! Specifically influenced by LeeAnn Rimes, Dolly Parton and Loretta Lyn… Her love of yodeling began shortly after at the age of 8 years old when she saw a young girl yodeling on TV, and decided that she wanted to learn how to do it too. So spurred on by encouragement from her grandpa, and his investment of an instruction book and tape, Naomi taught herself to yodel just like the young girl on TV!! Her talent is undeniable, and her musical career is definitely on the rise. With a dozen albums released, and multiple Television appearances, awards and accomplishments -- most notably, ‘Female Vocalist of The Year’ award from the Valley Star Awards in Texas, and ‘Fans Choice Award’ at Havelock Country Jamboree; it is clear that Naomi is on the fast-track to success. Do yourself a favour and grab at ticket to Naomi’s April 28th show to experience her undeniable talent for yourself. Naomi is sure to capture your heart; and have you asking the question “When is she coming back to Athens?” Tickets for Naomi’s show at the Joshua Bates Centre on April 28th 2022 can be purchased in person at Athens Municipal Office – 613-924-2044, Serendipity Haircare, Diane Burton 613-924-1947, or online at our website: https://joshuabatescentre.com/ It is with sincere gratitude and appreciation that the Joshua Bates Centre would like to acknowledge the many sponsors, business friends, and friends who have helped make this night possible. Thank-you to: TMJ Sleep Therapy, MCCann Building Services, Miller Repair and Services Ltd., CIBC Wood Gundy as well as Plum Hollow Excavating. We would also like to thank: Charleston Cookhouse, David. C Papke, J.J.’s Country Diner and Ferguson Carpentry. Along with: Audrey Witmore, Bernadette Young, Danielle & Claude Ouellette, Dorothy Wykes, Dr. Alexis Dejong Baumann, Dr. Robert Worthy, Nancy & Ivan Schroder, Pat Sullivan, Peggy & Larry Winters and Sharon and Ed Riston. Without your generous financial support, this night could not be possible.
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MEDIA RELEASE Portland Fire Station Update
are expected. No impacts to drinking ager of Facilities and Parks at mnorwater from the incident have been wood@rideaulakes.ca. The Township hired WSP to complete observed. The Township’s mitigation The incident site remains intact as various environmental testing on and measures which were implemented in third-party insurance investigations around the site of the former Portland January, 2022 including the cleaning into the source of the fire continue. Fire Hall including: and vacuuming of all adjacent and Additional testing of the site debris • On site soil and ground water downstream catch basins, absorbent is ongoing which will clear the way testing boons around the incident site and for the site to be remediated as soon • Neighbouring property well adjacent catch basin will assist in as the relevant investigations are testing ensuring any impacts remain isolated completed. • Adjacent catch basin water and to the general fire area. The primary The consultant led study on the sediment testing recommendation is to continue these location of the new fire hall is in its The summary of the completed mitigation measures and conduct final phase, with the public consultatesting indicates that impacts from additional catch basin sampling in the tions occurring recently on March 16 NOMINATIONS: the recent fire are evident in thegiven catch tospring to ensure any impacts of from theUnited & 17.Counties We thank all participated. NOTICE is hereby the municipal electors the ofwho Leeds and Grenville that nomination forms for the basin located directly adjacent to the fire have been addressed. The report is expected to be presented 2022 Municipal Elections may be filed in person or by an agent with the Returning Officer of the appropriate local municipality site of the former Portland Fire Hall, The full report can be accessed by to Council at the April 11, 2022 Mubeginning MayLake 2, 2022 up to Thursday August 18, 2022 at the Clerk’s Office during regular office hours and on Nomination but no impacts to Bigon Rideau emailing Malcolm Norwood, Mannicipal Services Committee meeting.
2022 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2022 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
Day, Friday, August 19, 2022 until 2:00 p.m. Candidate nominations for positions on Council must be endorsed by at least 25 NOMINATIONS: municipal electors for municipalities with over 4,000 electors. NOTICE is hereby given to the municipal electors of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville that nomination forms for the The required fee Elections for Member or School Trustee is Returning $100.00 and theofrequired fee for local Headmunicipality of Council is 2022 Municipal mayof beCouncil filed in person or byBoard an agent with the Officer the appropriate $200.00. The fee shall in the form of cash, debit, certified cheque money orderoffice madehours payable appropriate beginning onrequired May 2, 2022 up tobe Thursday August 18, 2022 at the Clerk’s Office or during regular and to onthe Nomination NOMINATIONS: NOTICE is hereby given to the the municipal electors of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville nomination forms for 25 the 2022 Day, Friday, August 19, 2022 until 2:00signed p.m. Candidate nominations for positions Council must be endorsed by at least municipality and must accompany forms. Nomination papers must beon certified by thethat appropriate Municipal Clerk Municipal Elections may be for filed in person bywith an agent with Returning Officer of theforms appropriate municipality beginning on May 2, 2022 up municipal municipalities over 4,000 electors. before suchelectors person becomes a or candidate for thetheoffice. Nomination must local be filed prior to accepting campaign to Thursday Augustor 18,incurring 2022 at theexpenses. Clerk’s Office during regular office hours and on Nomination Day, Friday, August 19, 2022 until 2:00 p.m. Candidate contributions The required fee on for Council Member of be Council or School Board Trusteeelectors is $100.00 and the required fee4,000 for Head of Council is nominations for positions must endorsed by at least 25 municipal for municipalities with over electors. $200.00. The required shalland be intothe cash, debit, certified cheque or by money payable to the day appropriate You are entitled to be anfee elector runform for of office if you are not disqualified any order Act ormade law and on voting if you are: The required fee for and Member Council or School Board forms. Trustee is $100.00 andpapers the required feecertified for Head by of Council is $200.00.Municipal The required fee shall municipality mustofaccompany the signed Nomination must be the appropriate Clerk be in formasuch of cash, debit, certified cheque or moneyfor order payable to the appropriate municipality must signed forms. 1.the resident of the applicable municipality; ormade before person becomes a candidate the office. Nomination forms must be filedand prior to accompany accepting the campaign Nomination papers must be certified by the appropriate Municipal Clerk before such person becomes a candidate for the office. Nomination 2. contributions a non-resident whoexpenses. is an owner or tenant of land in the applicable municipality or the spouse of, or same sex forms or incurring must be filed partner prior to accepting or incurring expenses. of, such campaign an ownercontributions or tenant; and You are entitled to be an elector and to run for office if you are not disqualified by any Act or law and on voting day if you are: a Canadian citizen; You3. are entitled to be an elector and and to run for office if you are not disqualified by any Act or law and on voting day if you are: 18 years age. or municipality; or 1. aleast resident of municipality; theof applicable 1. a 4. resident ofatthe applicable 2. a who non-resident who is an of owner orthe tenant of land in the applicable municipality or the spouseof, of,such or same sexor tenant; 2. a non-resident is an owner or tenant land in applicable municipality or the spouse of, or same sex partner an owner POSITIONS FOR PERSON partner of, such anWHICH owner orAtenant; and MAY FILE A NOMINATION PAPER FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICE and 3. a Canadian citizen; and 3. a Canadian citizen; and 4. 18 years at least 4. at least of age.18 years of age.
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Township of Athens Main Street West Office 1Hours: Athens 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Information on the nomination of school board trustees for the Upper Canada District School Board, the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario, the French Language Public District School Board (le Conseil des écoles SCHOOL BOARDBOARD TRUSTEES: Information on the nomination of school board trustees for the Upper Canada District School Board, the Catholic DisSCHOOL TRUSTEES publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario) and the French Language Catholic School Board (le Conseil des écoles catholiques trict School Board of Eastern the French Language Public Districtfor School (leCanada Conseil desDistrict écoles publiques de l’Estthe de l’Ontario) and the on the Ontario, nomination of school trustees theBoard Upper School Board, Catholic deInformation langue français du Centre-Est) will beboard available in the spring of 2022. FrenchDistrict Language Catholic School Board (le Conseil des écoles catholiques de langue français du Centre-Est) will be available in the spring of School Board of Eastern Ontario, the French Language Public District School Board (le Conseil des écoles2022. publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario) and the French Language Catholic School Board (le Conseil des écoles catholiques Voting Day for Elections Monday, October 24th2022. , 2022. Voting Day for the the Municipal Municipal Elections isisof Monday, October 24th, de langue français du Centre-Est) will be available in the spring 2022.
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Live music attracts crowds at Furnace Falls Farm The Healy and Orr concert on March 26 ended two years of silence for
the Joshua Bates Performing Arts Centre in Athens. The excitement and energy that filled the hall made it clear that music fans were thrilled to have performances return! The concert was well attended and the audience listened, danced and sang along. “These local favourites ended the drought at the JBC with a rousing evening!” commented Committee Chair Mary-Rae Knapp. “Next up will be another favourite, classic country singer Naomi Bristow on Thursday, April 28." For ticket info go to www.joshuabatescentre. com. Sally Smid Photo
Who would think that events could be so popular and sold out at a venue on a country road in Lyndhurst, but that is just what is going on! On March 5, Ghetto Xpress played the first live music performance as part of their grand opening Mardi Gras event. On March 19, a lively concert featuring Celtic Kitchen Party with the opening duo of local musicians Pat Johnson and Billy McGinnis took place. The event included an Irish themed meal and a cash bar. “The sound of music filling the barn which overflowed throughout the farm filled my heart,” commented owner Wendy Banks as she thanked everyone involved. Sally Smid/Photo courtesy of James Media
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Congratulations to the Taylor family, the winners of our Spring Bunny Silent Auction at the Athens Public Library! Submitted Photo
Ashley Sadler-Vanderlinden crocheted a remarkable Easter bunny duo which was auctioned off as an Athens Library fundraiser. Sally Smid Photo
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Gratitude and acceptance can help you blossom this spring By Lucie Fournier Spring is finally here! It seems the winter was a bit longer than many of us needed. Doubtless, come fall we will be looking forward once again to hibernating in our cozy homes, but right now we are anxious to venture outside and welcome the new season and its promises of warmth and of growth, both in nature and within ourselves. Outward signs of growth abound. Buds will begin to open soon. The sap is running and maple syrup is being made. Boating, fishing and renovating – this month’s features in The Mural — are also signs of spring. Visiting a local maple syrup bush and enjoying their sweet products is an awesome way to spend an afternoon! Taking home a huge bottle of this delicious treat is icing on the cake, or in this case, syrup on the crepes. Listening quietly and graciously to the subtle awakening of the season…we made such lasting memories recently on the day we visited our neighbour’s sugar bush. •continued from previous page
The Athens Figure Skating Club is holding an Easter Pie Sale which is a large part of the group’s fundraising effort. The “Fresh Made Pies” are unbaked and ready for freezing or immediate baking just in time for Easter. Cooking instructions are provided on the pies. For more information send a Facebook message or email athensfscfundraiser@gmail.com Ridgway Confections in Seeley’s Bay has an impressive selection of Easter treats. The Sunflower Bake shop has moved its bakery to Forfar but plans to have traditional Hot Cross Buns in time for Easter and orders can be placed before April 12 with pick up for April 16. Rockport is hosting Easter activities at the Rec Hall with an Easter Parade for kids to follow on April 16. Check the Facebook page for details. Rideau Lakes and Athens Public libraries hosted the auctioning of crocheted Easter bunnies. Centennial Road Church is having a free community Easter Scavenger Hunt, from 10 am to 2 pm, rain or shine! Walk or drive as a family to find the clues. Registration opens Sunday, April 3 @centennialroad.com
I’ve come to believe with each passing day that even the quiet moments need to be remembered along with the hollering and laughing that we call “great times”. As we get older, we tend to reminisce about the memories that were the loudest and forget that much of our life is bountiful simply in the many quiet moments that, in my opinion, can hold so much appreciation for the life we have enjoyed and continue to live. I think reflecting on where we’ve been, appreciation for where we are and gratitude for what is to come require a moment or two of silence. We have much to be grateful for and we have all come a long way. One of our greatest challenges often is simply learning to accept where we are in life. Time changes us, our loved ones and our friends. Time also changes what we view as “fun”. Spring is a perfect time to exercise our capacity for gratitude and for acceptance. It’s all good, this passage of time, this cycle of the seasons, and you can be assured that with each new spring new adventures await us.
The Athens Lions Club donated $500.00 to the Athens Public Library on March 10. Librarian Diane Benschop explained that due to COVID-19 restrictions their fundraising was minimal, so there is a lack of funds for the youth programs – the Lego Club, Toddler Time, Summer Reading Program, and the Back Pack Program. Today’s Lions support will assist with the restart of these programs. (L-R) Lion President Kevin Gainford, Librarian Diane Benschop and Lion Treasurer Jeff Baker. Sally Smid
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By Sally Smid
Green Shirt Day
A letter has been circulating once again through area councils in eastern Ontario. Fourteen-yearold hockey player Ethan Bos is requesting that townships declare April 7 as “Green Shirt Day.” Bos had heard about the Humboldt Broncos hockey team’s tragedy and learned that player Logan Boulet, who died on April 7, donated his organs to six others. Shortly thereafter, this inspired almost 150,000 donor registrations across Canada. Bos, a resident of Oxford Mills, reported that his appeal has been approved in many area townships. Green Shirt Day is a time to remember the victims and families of the tragic bus crash in Saskatchewan in 2018, and to continue Boulet’s legacy. It is hoped that wearing a colour of the Broncos team will help inspire Canadians to register as organ donors and that registrants will tell their families about their wishes. The greenshirtday.ca website offers more information that can be used for local events.
Ice rescue training is as much a part of being a firefighter as is training to fight fires, to perform medical assists, and to aid at accident scenes. Some area fire departments are anticipating the dangers involved when waterways begin to thaw, and have been involved in training exercises for ice water rescue, such as the Rideau Lakes Fire and Rescue (pictured here). Sally Smid/Submitted Photo
Grandpa Lloyd McLean has some fun with his happy and healthy grandson Daniel, a kidney donor transplant recipient.
Some may recall that local resident Sara McLean has two young children that required kidney transplants. Both are now healthy and well, along with many others, due to the donor program. It is always bittersweet to re-
alize that a person has to lose their life in order to give life or better health to the transplant recipient(s). Hopefully Green Shirt Day will make a difference in increasing area awareness and donor registrations again this year.
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your showerhead can also instantly enhance your bathroom. Matchett-Smith recommends replacing old showerheads and moving away from a chrome finish. Try choosing a sleek and functional matte black showerhead. Almost all showerheads share the same threaded connection, so compatibility should not be an issue. Pro tip: Always apply fresh Teflon tape to the showerhead arm connection before attaching your new showerhead. Using tape as a proactive measure can prevent future leaks. Replacing your faucets Bathroom and kitchen faucets can also be replaced easily for an instant refresh, but don’t
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Pat Phillips was recently honoured as "one of the best all-around Legion members”. She was noted also as an outstanding community volunteer. She lives on a farm outside of Delta with her husband Gerald and is the mother of four children. Her father served in the Canadian army and her mother served in the British Army. Pat joined the Delta Branch 207 in 2000 and remains strongly dedicated to many local Legions, her community and her family. Pat has served as a member of Zone G2 Legion Council, the United Church, the UCW, Delta Fair board, Beverly Seniors Group, Recreation Association, Girl Guides, sports teams and more. She helps many in need and is a much appreciated member of the Legion and her local community! Sally Smid/Submitted Photo
The “Vaxi-Taxi” saw a great turnout from March
Students of Rideau District High School’s Green Industries class have been
15 to 20 as it visited Morton, Chaffey’s Lock, Delta, Addison, Spring Valley, Lyn, Lansdowne, and other locations. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark Health Unit brought the mobile vaccine vehicle to 18 locations throughout the counties, where access to COVID vaccines has been limited. The Vaxi-Taxi RV was equipped to administer first, second, third and booster doses on a walk-in basis. Both Moderna and Pfizer were available along with “fun and celebrations to mark the wonderful job communities have done to lead the province in vaccine coverage rates”. The goal was to get as many people vaccinated as possible, especially children 5–11. (L-R) Theresa, Jennifer, Mary and Sally stand by the Vaxi-Taxi parked at the Delta Library.
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Saturday, April 16 & Sunday, April 17
Delta Maple Fest 55th annual Maple Syrup Festival one of Delta’s most eagerly anticipated annual events By Sally Smid Maple syrup producers note that warm days of two to seven degrees and cool nights usually produce the highest rates of flow. The best maple sap, which has the highest sugar content, is usually found early in the season. Healthy trees with large crowns are the best producers. Area producers reported that it was a slow start with some good days. Colder nights and a good frost is needed. Many local maple syr-
up businesses will be on hand at the upcoming Delta Maple Syrup Festival. After a long wait Delta is coming alive again with the 55th edition of their Maple Syrup Festival on Easter weekend, April 16 and 17. Volunteers are very much needed as the number of workers has dwindled. If you can help cook and serve pancakes, serve beverages and clean tables for a couple of hours, please contact Leanna Thomas at 613-802-9523. If you are interested in
vendor space at the festival, contact Marlaine Hart at 613-924-2407. The Festival will begin with the traditional pancake breakfast being served from 9 am to 2 pm both days at the Fair Hall. The craft show returns on the hall’s second level and a variety of vendors will be on site. There will also be a dance at the Royal Canadian Legion on Saturday and ball hockey will take place. The return of the “giant book sale”, which is always popular, will be happening again
in Delta’s Old Town Hall. The Old Stone Mill is planning a grand reopening for the May long weekend after being closed during the pandemic. Everyone is also excited about the return of Delta’s Agricultural Fair which is planned for July 21 to 24, a great fun event for the whole family. With new businesses in the Jubilee Block, the addition of a park and dock area on the main street and campers returning, Delta will truly be a special place to visit this year! Greg Halladay of Quabbin Hill Maple Syrup is hard at work again with syrup production. Submitted Photo
9 am to 2 pm both days
Festival Events Craft Sale/Flea Market Upper level of the Fair Exhibit Hall (both days) Local Syrup Producers Onsite selling produce at the Fair Grounds (both days) Fun for Kids at the Fair Grounds Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday
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Saturday 10:30 am & 12 noon Rideau Lakes Fire Department Display, Sunday 11 am Wagon Rides (vehicle powered) From Fair Grounds to Lower Beverley Lake Park weather permitting – (both days) Old Stone Mill - CLOSED Old Town Hall Used Book Sale 9 am to 3 pm (both days) Public Washrooms onsite Athletic & Recreation Centre Ball Hockey Tournament on Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm Contact Brandon at 613-929-4699 to register Fire Hall Museum Stop in for a visit and see Delta’s 1st Fire Truck Dance at the Legion Hall Saturday 8 pm/ $10 per person Music by DJ Johnny 5
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Please support our area Maple Syrup Producers Come and enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes Norma Banford of Golden Moment Farm and her niece Daphne are hard at work helping to produce syrup at 140 Mother Barnes Rd. in Athens. Submitted Photo
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Library update
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Rideau Lakes Public Library is sponsoring their first Annual Seed Library. (L-R) Volunteers Geri and Athena meet with Dave Forrest who is donating seeds. At any of the 5 branch locations you can browse the boxes of labelled seeds and take some home and make donations as well. Bring them in packaged in labelled small baggies or envelopes and place them in the seed library box beside the garden books display. Staff are there to guide you. Gardening inside has started! Anyone is welcome to visit the library branches. Sally Smid/Submitted Photo
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BOATING Charleston Lake Association’s survey results and new map By Sally Smid As part of its ongoing Boater Awareness and Safety System (BASS) program, the Charleston Lake Association (CLA) is publishing an all-new map of the popular lake for the boating public. A committee of CLA board members and professional cartographers and graphic designers developed the map. There have been many maps of the lake in past years, but none have provided the level of detailed marine and navigation information boaters need to operate safely. Existing maps going back to 1899 were consulted. The new map is printed on water and tear proof paper and shows water depths, shoal markers, and slow speed zones. The reverse side will include useful information on boating safety rules, prominent features around the lake, and local wildlife. It will be available for sale at local marinas and retail outlets. CLA also launched an initiative aimed at reducing boat speed and noise
and promoting safe boating etiquette last year and 294 people participated. The 2021 Boat Awareness Survey results were recently published. 82% of the website respondents were lake residents and 55% of those surveyed at the dock were day visitors. 63% of the website respondents indicated that boat speed was a problem while 40% of day visitors indicated this to be problematic. Over 80% of the respondents of both groups did not know the rules on boat noise. 47% of the dock respondents indicated that boat wake was not a problem to the shoreline, docks and other boats and website respondents were much more sensitive to boat wake endangering wildlife. Hopefully these findings will bring new awareness to what should be considered in continuing to make Charleston Lake such an amazing place to live and visit. CLA is working hard “to protect natural, physical and social values that contribute to the ‘quality of life’ on Charleston Lake.”
It may be tempting to try and sell your home on your own, and many fall for the misconception that not using the services of a real estate professional will save you money. Read on to learn about my personal experience and to see why skipping the Realtor© could in fact cost you much more than you may realize…in money, time, and sanity. Prior to becoming a licensed real estate professional, I bought and sold 13 homes with a Realtor© in Ontario. My 14th home, I sold myself. But, and it’s a very large but, I had experience, skills, real estate savvy, market knowledge, and a healthy dose of desperation. Four years ago, I was watching homes languish on the market for up to three years in southwestern Nova Scotia — three years of monitoring price changes (up in spring, down in fall), advertising updates, keeping the home clean, always anticipating a call. Yikes, too much stress – and we needed to get back to Ontario as soon as possible. But I did try. I listed my lovely, six-bedroom, Victorian home on three acres with a local Realtor©. It had one showing in six weeks. That was from a couple who spent about five minutes inside, before asking me in the driveway if we’d take $100k less than asking. “Huh? No.” So I took matters
into my own hands and did some painting (hate painting); staged the rooms (love staging); did photos (pro photography experience); did the write-up (former journalist, homes sections editor); researched prices in the area (love research); and then picked a very realistic price point (deliberately low), before posting the home on Kijiji. That first week, I received two calls, both from Alberta…a couple who would be in the area in the next few days, could they visit? Absolutely. I scrubbed every corner of the home, tidied the gardens, scuttled the spiders in the century basement, put the dog in his indoor gated space and toured them through. They loved the home, but not the location. Fair enough. The second call was from a lovely guy in Edmonton. We talked for an hour, then emailed back and forth as I responded to his mountain of questions. A few days later, he called back to say he was flying out to see our home and several others, but he had nowhere to stay. I said, “No problem. Stay here. You can get a sense of the place. Try it out.” He was taken aback. “It’s okay. I’ve been doing BNB for a couple of years. Have met some wonderful people.” So, early in the second week he moved in. For three nights and four days he wandered the area, hung out in our living room and ate meals with us. Before he left, he’d decided he wanted
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to make an offer. Within another week, the legal paperwork was done, and by that weekend, the home was sold. Three weeks from list to sold in a market that had homes sitting, unsold, for up to three years. Why? Because I didn’t have time to wait. How? Because of my skills, background and experience, and photos. Did I lose money? Absolutely. Why? Because I wasn’t willing to wait three years to get a better price. Anyone is free to post a ‘For Sale By Owner’ sign on their lawn. Most say they want to ‘save the real estate fees.’ But are you saving? Unfortunately not; not time, not trouble, and far too often, not money. Research done by the National Association of Realtors in the States shows FSBO homes sell for, on average, 25 per cent less than homes sold by a licensed Realtor©. So yes, you may be saving that 5 per cent commission, but it’s costing you, on average, 20 per cent on the potential sale price. In this seller’s market, where 90 per cent of properties for sale are seeing multiple offers, you’re probably losing a heck of a lot more. I’ll get into more details next month about why Realtors© matter, and what the heck you’re paying that 5 per cent commission for. Meanwhile, Happy Spring! I’m so ready to get into the garden! How about you? Laura Redmond is a licensed Realtor© in Rideau Lakes, ON
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This unique retirement home will have you dancing and singing By Sally Smid For anyone who knows the elderly, you may realize that their words and memories are often gone while their ability to sing and enjoy music goes on! The “Musical Retirement Home” in Seeley’s Bay is the first of its kind in Canada. “Music is the strongest form of magic, it nourishes you from inside out, and sometimes a magical moment can bring back thousands of memories,”explains the home’s owner Ivgeni Kriger. “We believe that music adds happiness to everyone's life at any age! All
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of our staff members are passionate about music, and about sharing their knowledge and talents with the residents.” He explains that his team brings a high level of skills and experience to in-home care services, as well as being very musical. Every activity of daily living is handled with a musical touch including daily routines, meal times, therapy sessions and group activities, or simply quiet relaxation. Residents regularly interact with professional musicians at live performances which include singing, dancing and instrumental music. To learn more go to https://youtu.be/BIEyUlWGXBE
Musical Retirement Home owner Ivgeni Kriger stands in front of the Seeley’s Bay home with his saxophone in hand.
Our seniors: challenges and supports
Perhaps nothing reveals the challenges faced by many local senior residents better than a trip to the ER. Many elderly patients come into this space in heartbreaking situations. Recently I encountered one frail elderly man who had come by ambulance the day before, had his heart medicine adjusted and was desperate to return home by taxi, as he was the caretaker for his crippled wife. Another patient called her son for a ride home but was told that he was not available and suggested she call a taxi. It seems that much of our aging population is looking after elderly family or friends in a variety of ways. Seniors seem to have the time, availability and compassion that is sometimes lacking in busier
family members. Most seniors want to stay in their homes for as long as possible. Some support services are in place, but many need full-time care and families are not usually available or capable of doing this. There is a scarcity of suitable home care workers especially due to the pandemic. “We’re being deluged with calls and we do not have the staff to respond,” said Sue VanderBent, CEO of Home Care Ontario. “There are no longer enough nurses and personal support workers in the system to provide people with the help they need at home.” Home Care is in need of more financial help to remove wage inequities to aid with this worsened staffing crisis. Some things to consider in maintaining seniors’ independence is the importance
of exercise and fall prevention, proper use of hearing aids, which also supports brain health, and suitable diets and medicines. Supports are available for caregivers through such organizations as the local Alzheimer's Society. The wait times for long term care placement are often overwhelming. Much is now going on to help fix problems in long term care. Increased numbers of seniors do need suitable and safe full time care which also aids with socializing. Much is available to help keep seniors living in their homes and communities they love, but navigating the system to obtain such help without needed advocates is often a challenging task for those who usually lack the needed technology and clarity of mind. CPHC helps in providing meals, trans-
portation, and more. Personal support is available for grooming, dressing, bathing, transferring, bed care, medications, monitoring and respite care. There are also home care services including meal preparation, companionship, light housekeeping, transportation, and more. Recently, a new paramedic program became available to vulnerable and high risk individuals which is a proactive way to treat or provide help before there is a need to call 9-1-1. Home visits can be made for certain diagnostic procedures and treatments, remote patient monitoring, and home assessments. Other programs and funds are available for dental care, accessibility and home safety, as well as social, cultural and recreational opportunities. For more information call 613-342-9522 or visit Ontario.ca/Seniors.
Mary Rae Knapp “The Godmother of Canadian Country Music” presents her new book
Memoirs of The Godmother of Canadian Country Music: “Johnny Reid changed my life” Makes a wonderful Mother’s Day gift or a great camping read Available for purchase online at Amazon in both Kindle and paperback format, in-store at The Village Store (Athens) and available to check out at Rideau Lakes, Athens, Brockville and Elizabethtown-Kitley Libraries. www.godmotherofcanadiancountrymusic.ca Mary Rae Knapp is a lifelong resident of the village of Athens, Ontario. Family, friends and country music are the cornerstones of her life. “I’ve heard it said the most important relationship in the music business is the relationship between the artist and the fan. I’ve always disliked the word “fan”, I much prefer the word “friend”. ” - Johnny Reid
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TLTI purchased new property for Fire Joyce Campbell Station No. 2 in Seeley’s Bay tribute By Sally Smid The Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands recently purchased property at the intersection of County Road 32 and Highway 15 to relocate Seeley’s Bay Fire Station No. 2. It was determined that the former fire hall no longer meets modern day fire service requirements. The new property offers 2.5 acres of land, is centrally located and offers easy access to both roadways. It will take fire vehicles off of Seeley’s Bay’s main street where the current fire hall is located. The
property was available for sale by owners Keith and Garry Sly. As part of the 2022 capital budget, Council approved $400,000 for the acquisition of the land and for the detailed design of the new fire station. This will help provide the proper housing for modern fire equipment and vehicles. Construction is hoped to begin in 2023.The existing building will be retained by the township and it will be repurposed as community space. The hall always became a lively space, especially during Seeley’s Bay’s annual Frost Fest, and will continue as a valuable hub for the community.
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By Sally Smid The community of Athens lost a very caring and dedicated resident in the rather sudden passing of Joyce Campbell in February and she is certainly missed! Joyce was a much loved crossing guard at the Main St. corner. Her love for children was quite evident in her roles as a volunteer at the Library’s Toddler Time, Sunday School, VBS teacher and more. Joyce was a member of the United Church and assisted with church services, suppers, decorating, and yard work. She helped provide care packages for those struggling and for newborns and is remembered as working diligently and quietly without wanting praise. The United Church Women have now formed The Joyce Campbell Children's Adventure Bursary. The first will be used to send a young boy to camp this summer. Also in her memory, the Athens Library has a Joyce Campbell Cooking Backpack for lending and a plaque is being placed in her honour. Joyce was also a great supporter of the Athens Museum. Athens will not be the same without her. When we see the new crossing guard and watch her walking group go through the streets of Athens with one less member, we are reminded of that loss and are inspired to continue on in the spirit of her joyful, giving nature!
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has recently come under new management. The council of the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley announced that Byers Park Management now has a 15 year lease agreement for operating the Campground. Jay and Linda Byers have much experience with seasonal operations and have begun preparations for the 2022 season in partnership with the Township in this transition. Bellamy Park is a family park with a sand beach and is a great place for camping, fishing, hiking and swimming. The Park has 100 acres which include large wooded areas. There is also a playground and boat ramp as well as horseshoe pits and picnic tables. With many interested in “staycationing” this year, this would be a great spot to enjoy the outdoors and create family memories. It is hoped that the park will now have greater potential in the years to come. For more information contact Jay and Linda at info@bellamypark.ca. Sally Smid/Submitted Photo
Let there be light…and a nest The Township of Leeds and Thousand Islands gave a shout out to ACF Electric for retrofitting the light pole in Seeley’s Bay Centennial Park with new lights as well as an osprey nest at the ball diamond. Sally Smid/Submitted Photo
(R-L) Head Athens Librarian Diane Benschop holds books that will be going into the new Joyce Campbell Cooking Backpack and board member Bev Barkley holds a plaque that she designed in memory of this special Library volunteer. Sally Smid Photo
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KEYS Job Fair
By Sally Smid While KEYS stands for Kingston Employment Youth Services it actually provides communities in Eastern Ontario with a variety of employment programs and services for mature workers, persons with disabilities, youth, students and newcomers to Canada. There is
an office in Elgin. KEYS can help clients who need support in identifying a career, learning job search techniques and building an effective resume. Clients can practice interview skills or access training funding to increase their marketability. Services are free of charge to those registered.
KEYS also partners with the Refugee Resettlement Services Kingston which will be a valuable service in aiding Ukranian refugees in the days to come. KEYS Job Centre hosted a Job Fair at the Elgin Lions Hall on March 2. Leanna Thomas, employment adviser for KEYS Job Centre in
Elgin, noted that there were lots of jobs available, and the Fair was a chance to connect with over 20 employers in the area. Participants were to bring resumes and could be interviewed on the spot. Employers such as Le Boat, The Cove, The Opinicon, TR Leger, Stirling Lodge, Poplars Resort, and Perth and Smiths
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Quarry Worker/Crusher Plant Operator Tackaberry Construction is a local, family run business, serving Eastern Ontario since 1957 offering competitive wages with group benefits. We are currently looking to hire a Quarry Worker/Crusher Plant Operator for various locations in Leeds and Grenville/Lanark area. Job Duties may consist of but are not limited to: • Assist in set up, tear down and moving of crusher/screen plant as required • Control product feed • Observe machine in operation, checking for unusual sounds breakdowns, overload, etc. • Lubricate and perform minor repairs, adjustments to equipment, ensuring lockout procedures are followed prior to any repairs being performed • Fuel Equipment • Shut down and secure equipment at end of shift • Assist with repairs and replace parts, screens etc. • Other duties that may be assigned by your supervisor. Employee will operate the following equipment (after applicable training has been provided): • Rubber tire loader • Control tower • Operating hand and pneumatic tools Physical activities include: • Walking over uneven ground • Climbing ladders 10-15 steps • Walking on catwalks • Lifting and placing objects (parts, tools, etc.) • Ability to work a 10–12 hour day in a dusty, noisy environment If you are a self-starter, interested in working in a fast-paced environment, please submit your resume with references to: careers@tackaberryconstruction.com G. Tackaberry & Sons is an equal opportunity employer. We wish to thank all who apply for this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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The Mural CLASSIFIEDS ANTIQUES Chair caning, rush and splint seating, minor wicker repairs, chair glueing. Free estimates. Contact Dawne @ Wiltse Creek Studio 613-659-2928 www.wiltsecreekstudio.ca
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We will contact you with final pricing after submission. Payment may be made by credit card by calling 613-774-3186.
2022 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Lower Beverley Lake Park, Delta, Ontario Canteen Operations
The Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board is now accepting tenders for the operation of the canteen from May to September 2022 at the Delta Park facility. During the 2021 season, 1700 reservations were received for the 235 campsites/11 cottages and 2 bunkies at the park. Individuals or businesses interested must be able to demonstrate previous experience in a similar setting, have completed the safe food handling course, provide proof of both liability insurance and WSIB registration, and attach a proposed menu. Onsite inspection of the Canteen facility is available upon request.
Housekeeping Attendant 1 position with 20 hours/ week including weekends, start date to be confirmed. The Attendant will assist in the general cleaning of 13 cottages within the park along with the public showers, washrooms and laundromats.
Interested parties are asked to provide applications to the undersigned via mail, email or fax transmittal no later than 12:00 p.m. on April 14th,2022.
New feed mill in Delta will lead to job retention and creation By Sally Smid MPP Steve Clark announced that Willows Agriservices, the Delta-based farm input supplier, would be creating a new feed mill to provide more products for livestock and poultry. Through the Regional Development Program, the province will be contributing $500k to the $13 million project to create a new feed mill, 12 new jobs, and training to help retain 25 existing jobs. “Our government is proud to invest in economic recovery and growth in Delta and across Eastern Ontario,” said MPP Clark. “This
announcement is a great example of how Ontario is leveraging public-private partnerships to create good jobs and support our farm industry.” The new feed mill “will improve production, capacity, accuracy, and quality through adoption of advanced technologies.” The larger facility will use improved robotics for automated filling, weighing, sewing, lifting and stacking feed bags. The funding received through the Eastern Ontario Development Fund recognizes that this will be a great benefit to both the local community and the agriculture industry in Ontario.
We thank you for your interest in Lower Beverley Lake Park but only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. Mr. William Morris, A.M.C.T., Park Manager Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board - Township of Rideau Lakes 146 Lower Beverley Lake Park Road, P. O. Box 130 Delta, Ontario K0E 1G0 Fax: 613-928-2073 Email: info@beverleylakepark.com
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Heavy Equipment Mechanic Tackaberry Construction is a local, family run business, serving Eastern Ontario since 1957, offering competitive wages and group benefits. We currently have an immediate opening for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Athens Location. Essential Duties: • Maintenance, service and repair of heavy equipment • Operate, service and diagnose heavy equipment issues • Work co-operatively with other mechanics in a shop environment • Work independently in the shop, as well as in the field when required • Maintain a clean and safe work environment Qualifications: • A strong team player who can work in a fast-paced environment • Experience with heavy equipment repairs • Reliable and flexible • Heavy Equipment Certificate would be an asset • Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems • Must have own tools. • Valid Drivers License Please submit your resume to:
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Mail to: G. Tackaberry & Sons Construction Company Limited P.O. Box 70 Athens, ON K0E 1B0 G. Tackaberry & Sons is an equal opportunity employer. We wish to thank all who apply for this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
HIRING FOR MULTIPLE POSITIONS Tackaberry Construction is a local, family run business, serving Eastern Ontario since 1957. We offer competitive wages with group benefits. We are currently looking to hire for various locations in Leeds and Grenville/Lanark area. If you have experience in any of the following areas please apply: • Construction Labourer • Surveyor/Grade Person • Construction Foreman • Heavy Equipment Mechanics • Truck Drivers • Crusher/Screening Plant Operators • Quality Control Person • Welder
Thank you Gary! March 5 marked custodian Gary Kenney’s 38th year at Rideau District High School! A school custodian’s work has become more complicated during the pandemic. The much loved essential worker was thanked for his dedicated years of service by Vice Principal Matt Robertson. Sally Smid/Submitted Photo
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Old Stone Mill, Delta ON
When submitting your resume, please indicate which position you are applying for.
Job# 2022-01: Interpreter/Programmers
Depending on the position the successful candidates should have at a minimum: • Communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills • Equivalent of a high school diploma (Not required for some positions) • Computer experience (Not required for some positions) • Valid driver’s license
Eligibility for Both Positions • Must be between the ages of 15 to 30 • Canadian citizen able to register with a Government Grant Program. • Available May 18 to Sept. 4 (35 to 37.5 hr/week) may include weekends • Pay rate is $15.00 per hour.
If you are a self-starter, interested in working in a fast-paced environment, please submit your resume with references to:
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Job# 2022-02: Archives Clerk
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Rockport Winter Carnival 2022 a welcome opportunity to socialize and have fun By Sally Smid The 42nd edition of the Rockport Recreation Hall’s annual winter carnival returned with lots of weekend fun to help launch March Break. This year’s slogan was River Crew ‘22. There was a car rally last year due to COVID and there was lots of excitement about the much loved event returning. While there was still some snow for the winter carnival, rain showers seemed to convey that spring was on the way! The activities for this year’s event were hosted outdoors due to COVID restrictions. The carnival began on the Saturday, March 19 at 1 pm and the afternoon was busy with horseshoe games, curling, children’s activities, chicken bowling and more at the Rockport
Barn. Canteen food was available all day. It was a rather rainy day and the fireworks were postponed to Sunday night. On March 20 at the Rockport Rec Hall the popular “Redneck Rodeo” returned. For adults and children box sign and nail driving and shuffleboard took place under the pavilion. Other kids’ activities occurred throughout the day including a costume contest. As a result of the carnival moving outdoors, the pancake breakfast euchre tournament and darts were not possible this year. Organizers were very thankful to those who donated prizes. The event certainly enhanced community spirit and it was exciting for participants to be able to socialize together after the long months of The proud winners of the kids’ nail driving and log sawing! Photo Credit: Thomas Hopkins the pandemic.
Ice Stock in Newboro Chris Biber and friends had some fun on Newboro Bay with an inaugural “Intro to Ice Stock” event to help promote this winter sport. Ice stock is similar to curling. Competitors slide ice stocks across the ice surface and aim for a pin or target. Biber looks forward to others gaining more interest in this fairly unknown sport. Submitted Photo
LDD moth egg removal Now that spring has arrived, the job of destroying LDD moth egg masses can continue in order to help minimize damage to trees. LDD moth (previously referred to as the Gypsy Moth) is an insect native to Europe and Asia that has been severely weakening trees across North America. The moth caterpillars defoliate host trees, mostly hardwood species, such as oak, birch, poplar, willow, maple, etc. The best way to help reduce the moth population is to identify and remove egg masses/nests. Scrape the nests off of furniture, decks, buildings and trees and place them in soapy water or burn them. Allowing them to drop to the ground will not kill the eggs. Egg masses appear fuzzy and tan in colour, and are often found in concealed places. This photo from last summer shows some egg masses near female moths. For more info and photos, visit http://www.invadingspecies.com/ invaders/forest/ldd-moth/ Here’s hoping that there is not so much damage to our trees and gardens this year! Sally Smid
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Cemetery restorations in Athens By Sally Smid The Stories from the Graveyard: Athens Village Cemetery Restoration Project was recently approved to received a grant for $5,000 from the Barb Elliott Trust Fund for Innovative Ministries. This initiative really began with Athens resident Sarah Smith who grew up having an interest in cemeteries and now has a desire to make a difference in her new community. In partnership, Athens United Church deaconal minister Rev. Terrie Chedore submitted a proposal involving the restoration of the cemetery behind her church, realizing its great historical value. Like most villages, Athens (Farmersville) began with such things as a church, a school, and a cemetery. Founding father Joshua Bates owned this original property which was later church owned. “The cemetery is a symbol of respect for those who came before us and preserves not only the memory of our loved ones and prominent citizens, but local history as well,” Chedore explains. It is now the responsibility of Athens Township. With the demands of any municipality, cemeteries are usually not a priority and there are no perpetual care funds available for the 100-year-old tombstones with many needing to be righted and restored. This cemetery, the largest of many in the Township, consists of 728 graves. Athens Township contracts for lawn care. The gravestones are being ravaged by frost, lichen, algae, and moss growth and some vandalism has also occurred. Smith’s goals include a desire to physically repair the gravestones which will require specialized training. A proposal has been submitted to Athens Council
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Athens Aeros make an impressive comeback this season By Sally Smid
This monument honouring fallen serviceman Roscoe DeWolfe is in serious need of restoration as are so many other gravestones in the Athens Cemetery.
requesting permission to proceed. Chedore’s goals are focused on workshops. It is hoped to be an intergenerational, community-building project which will also involve storytelling sessions, and community gatherings. A springtime start is anticipated. A Festival of Art, Storytelling and Feasting is envisioned and it is hoped that this will lead to the continuous upkeep of the Athens Village Cemetery.
The pandemic has been challenging for hockey. Games were cancelled and spectator benches were quite empty. Hockey fans have been thrilled to see rinks coming back to life with packed stands, much like former days. This season Athens Aeros fans came out to cheer their team on, even traveling to away games. They defeated Westport in two playoff games, and only allowed four goals during the series. Head Coach Michael Seed was pleased with the team’s defensive performance. Rhett Palmer and Andrew Sprague, on All Star Teams, led the way, each collecting five points against Westport. “Everyone has stepped up and every kid has bought into a team first mentality,” Seed remarked. The top six hockey teams from each division go to the playoffs, with the first and second placed team in each division going on to the second round.
The Aeros placed 4th in the Richardson Division and in the first wildcard round played the 5th place team Westport Rideaus in a best of 3 series. The Aeros won the first two games knocking the Rideaus out of the playoffs and went on to the semifinal round to play first place Carleton Place in a best of 5 series which became tied at two games a piece with the final game in Carleton Place. It was heartbreaking for the Aeros to lose in double overtime as Carleton Place scored with 3:20 to go in the 2nd round of overtime! Though the team did not make the semi finals, it is important to note that their trainer, Mike Dier, received the EOJHL Trainer of the Year Award. Also the Aeros have not made the playoffs since the 201718 season; the last full pre-COVID season was 2019-2020 when the Aeros went 0-40-2-2. Aeros' spokesman Matt Smith proudly said, "A HUGE accomplishment for such a small town and a community owned team!"
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