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Dave and Nancy Payne, parents of Randy Payne, who lost his life in Afghanistan in 2006, stand with MPP Steve Clark at the plaque on the Memorial Arch, which marks Randy’s name.
The Memorial Arch and four plaques, honouring the local fallen from WWI, WWII and Afghanistan are unveiled September 22, at the Memorial Garden TIES, Lansdowne.
Lansdowne Area Veterans’ Memorial Arch and Plaques Unveiled by
Catherine Orth
“Dying is not the worst that can happen; being forgotten is”
The moment of silence stopped passing cars. The bugle reveille echoed through the village. The flyover tipped its wings. The Veteran's Memorial Gardens at TIES(Thousand Islands Elementary School) took another step forward on its already twelve year journey, Saturday, September 22, as four plaques on the new Memorial Arch were unveiled. In a moving hour long tribute, the local fallen, the boys of home, were honoured. The Memorial Garden at TIES, has been the passion and undertaking of Janet Gaylord. No one would deny without
her commitment to this project that it would not be where it is today. The ceremony was attended not only by dignitaries, Major-General Steve Whelan, TLTI Mayor Joe Baptista and MPP Steve Clark, but also by many local residents, many of whom were relatives or descendants of the fallen. Gaylord said that this November 11th, marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 1, “which claimed the lives of 12 area men, including two brothers. World War 2 claimed the lives of 17 area men; and the war in Afghanistan claimed the life of Randy Payne, 33 years of age in 2006.” Until recently, Canadian dead were buried where they lost their lives. Canadian casualties from our area lie buried
in military cemeteries in Italy, Denmark,, Norway, Britain, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. Three have no known graves. There are commemorative memorials in Europe for the missing, she said. Lansdowne is typical of small communities across Canada which responded to the call to arms. Of the hundreds of thousands of Canadians, who during the First World War left small towns like Lansdowne, more than 50,000 lie in small military cemeteries in Europe, she said. Our garden, here, is filled with bulbs given to us by the people of The Netherlands, which bloom each spring into red and white tulips. The bodies of over 7600 Canadians, including six Lansdowne area men, lie buried in military
graves scattered across the Netherlands, she said. The following sign greeted Canadian veterans who returned to the The Netherlands in 1975, the thirtieth anniversary of their role in the liberation of the Netherlands: Dying is not the worst that can happen; being forgotten is. Randy Payne's parents were present for the ceremony. Randy's mother Nancy, was awarded the Silver Cross in 2006. Randy's dad, Dave said, “The most important part is that Randy's service is remembered; that he's not forgotten.” Closing the ceremony all were invited to place a stone at the memorial, remembering the many soldiers who never returned.
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SATURDAY, OCT. 6
Breakfast at St. Andrew’s
The Gananoque & District Humane Society Fall Clothing Bazaar
Beginning Oct. 3rd St. Andrew’s United church in Toledo will be serving breakfast in our hall every Wed. morning from 8 am. – 10 am. Free will offering. All are welcome
Find Your Voice with The Thousand Islanders Chorus.
October 3, 10 and 17th at 6:30 p.m. St. Mary High School cafeteria, Brockville. Come for the free vocal lessons, stay for the fun. Contact Yvonne at 6133456175 or Mary Ellen mes8689@gmail.com
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 3 Elizabethtown-Kitley All Candidates Meet & Greet
Wednesday October 3, 2018 6:30-8:30 The Royal Canadian Legion, 320 County Road 8, Toledo
THURSDAY, OCT. 4 All Candidates Meeting
Thursday, October 4, 7-9 pm at Pineview Public School. Take this opportunity to meet the eight candidates vying for the six council seats and to hear their vision for this township. Your support to this community is greatly appreciated. Ross Nichol, 613-924-0527
Saturday, Oct 6 from 10 am to 1 pm at our shelter, 85 Hwy 32, just north of the 401 and Gananoque. We have a new collection of men’s and women’s clothing in excellent used condition, fashionable, and low priced. We have loads of sweaters, many of them wool, jackets, coats, business wear, shoes, men’s cotton shirts and much more. It’s your treasure hunt so don’t miss out! Our Bazaars are friendly, fun, and you can try things on. All funds go straight to the animals in our no-kill shelter for animals who deserve a second chance at life. Contact: Arlene, 613923-1953 or arleneamassey@gmail. com. Cash only. Rain date Oct. 13.
TUESDAY, OCT. 9 Leeds and Thousand Islands Historical Society Presentation
The LTI Historical Society invites you to attend a presentation, “From Carriage to Car – Brockville’s Car Industry – 1911-1922” by Brian Porter. Tue Oct 9, 2018 at 7:30pm, Fire Station 1, 1233 Prince St, Lansdowne, ON. Second Floor accessible by elevator. Light refreshments to follow. All welcome.
THURSDAY, OCT. 11 Business Meeting and Lunch
Retired Women Teachers of Ontario (RWTO), Gananoque Branch, invites you to a Business Meeting and Lunch at the Lyndhurst United Church - Thu Oct 11 at 11am. $20/person. Guest Speaker: Joan Delaney re: World War I. All retired women teachers are welcome to attend for food, fun and friendship. Info and to register by Oct 5: Mary Ellen - 613387-3849
Elizabethtown-Kitley All Candidates Night Thursday October 11, 7 pm-9 pm. Open Door Fellowship Church 4457 Rowsome Rd/CR 29
FRIDAY, OCT. 12 The 14th Annual Fundraising Spaghetti Supper and Silent Auction
Sponsored by World Hope International (Canada) and Project Reach Out Ghana. The event take place on Friday October 12 at Centennial Road Church, Brockville, ON.Silent Auction 4 - 7 pm. Free spaghetti supper at 6 pm. Donations accepted for our humanitarian ministry in Ghana, West Africa medical care, education, income generation, micro finance and scholarships. Bring a friend, start your Christmas shopping, have a delicious supper and an enjoyable evening.
SATURDAY, OCT. 13 Fall Women’s Breakfast Event
The Women’s Breakfast begins a new season on Saturday, October 13th at 8:30 a.m. at Cedar Valley Restaurant in Forthton. A panel will discuss the topic: “God’s Providence to Families of Special Needs Kids”. The cost is $10 for the buffet and donations will be accepted for The Brockville and District Association for Community Involvement which maintains a fund to provide assistance to families they support. Reservations needed by Oct. 10. Call 924-9032 or 924-2732
Happening at Athens United Church 17 Church Street, Athens. Saturday, October 13 Rummage Sale and Flea Market From 8:30 to 11am at Come and find a bargain! Sunday, October 21 On Our Own The social group for single adults, gathers from 2-4pm in the Church Hall. Come join us for cards, board games and a social time. For more info call 613 924 9263. Friday, October 26 Soup/Sandwich/ Dessert lunch From 11am to 1pm. Bring your friends for a delicious home cooked lunch.
Annual Food Drive
The Roll-Aid Centre food bank in Seeley’s Bay will be holding its annual food drive on Sat., Oct. 13 from 9 am to 1 pm. Volunteers will be collecting non-perishable food items and cash donations door-todoor in the villages of Lyndhurst and Seeley’s Bay and surrounding areas. Donations may also be dropped off at the Lyndhurst Library and at the Seeley’s Bay Legion. For more information or to volunteer for the food drive, please contact Don at 613-387-8361. Many thanks to all those who support the food bank on this day and throughout the year.
MONDAY, OCT. 15 Leeds Grenville OGS - Ontario Genealogical Society
Monday October 15 at 6:30 pm. at Brockville Museum (downstairs room). Come and share an old fashioned potluck meal. Bring food of your choice, your plate & cutlery. Drinks provided. Plan to share a story of your genealogical successes or challenges or perhaps your summer
Toledo Legion Events Wings Sept 28 and Oct 26. Come out for some great tasting wings. Eat in or take out. Horseshoes Indoor winter horseshoe registration is Tuesday October 9th at 7 pm. Cost is $25.00. You do not have to be a Legion member. League starts Tues Oct 16th and Thurs Oct 18th. For more info call: 613-275-2154 Turkey Toss Darts Every Monday at 7:30 except for holidays starting September 17th. We are open to all skill levels and you don’t need to be a Legion member. Just show up by 7:30 on Monday. The cost is only $5 and there are small prizes for men’s and women’s high scores and high finish as well as the team with the most wins. We will draw for partners each night or if it makes you more comfortable, you can choose your partner. Bring a friend and come out on Monday for some fun and friendly competition. activities. All are welcome!
SATURDAY, OCT. 20 Roast Pork cooked on a spit dinner
Sat. Oct. 20th -with all the trimmings will be served from 5:00-7:00 at the Mallorytown Community Centre, 76 County Rd. 5 south. Only $14 per adult, $7 for children 6-12 and free for 5 and under. Sponsored by St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Caintown. Everyone welcome.
SUNDAY, OCT. 21 Book Launch for Days Gone By
Sun. Oct. 21 - - Mallorytown and Front of Yonge - A People’s History by David and Sandra Wells ($20 tax included) at the Mallory Coach House
1523 County Road 2, Mallorytown from 1:304:00.
OCTOBER 24-27 Annual Fall Rummage Sale
St. Luke’s Anglican Church Hall 459 Lyndhurst Rd., Lyndhurst, ON, Oct. 24- 27 opens each day at 10 am
FRIDAY, OCT. 26 Free Musical Evening
Mallorytown United Church, Friday Oct 26th at 7:30. Help us celebrate our 142nd Anniversary with fellowship, fun and music at our musical evening featuring “Banjo Bob and the River Road Ramblers”. Admission is free to all, but “freewill offerings” will be accepted. We’re at 1505 County Road #2 Mallorytown ON. K0E 1R0
Harvest 1/2 Chicken Dinner
Friday October 26, St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 12 Pine Street, Brockville. 4 - 6:30 pm. Menu includes: 1/2 roasted chicken, mashed potatoes/gravy, baked beans, coleslaw, rolls, homemade pies, coffee, tea. First come, first served. Take out available. Cost $15.00 per person. Advanced ticket sales only. For tickets call 613-3424696.
SATURDAY, OCT. 27 Lansdowne Craft Fair – Sponsored by the Leeds & Thousand Islands Historical Society
Sat Oct 27 – 9:00am to 3:30pm at the Lansdowne Community Centre. Admission $1.00. All proceeds go to the LTI
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Turkey calling was a favorite event again.
A Voyageur Canoe crew heads out for a trip on Lyndhurst Creek at the annual Turkey Fair.
Volunteer Mary Ellen Moulton serves some turkey soup and a turkey sandwich to Sherry Rogers at the United Church luncheon at the Fair.
Shannon Griffin displayed his handcrafted remote control boats at this year’s Turkey Fair.
The Shriner Klowns were a favorite with the kids at this year’s Turkey Fair.
Lyndhurst’s 25th Turkey Fair 2018 by
Sally Smid
The 25th anniversary of the Lyndhurst Turkey Fair is perhaps an opportunity to reflect on the history of this remarkable event. In 1884, Lyndhurst was a booming community and by the early 1900’s, it boasted two hotels, several general stores, a tinsmith, blacksmiths, a granite quarry, a bank, factories, mills and much more. The Turkey Fair really began in the 1880s when a plague of grasshoppers motivated the mass breeding of turkeys to help in their eradication. Thus began the need for a December poultry fair. In frigid temperatures slaughtered birds could be transported by horse and sleigh without spoiling. Sometimes they were even herded along the roadsides. Eventually huge number of buyers traveled greater distances for the event, aided by the construction of the B & W Railway. Competition was lively and turkey production continued to soar with turkeys being priced at 12 cents a pound or less. By 1926 Lyndhurst was said to have the largest turkey fair in the district. With the arrival of refrigerated trucks the Fair ceased to exist. In 1993 after several businesses closed, a local group decided to plan a special attraction to help in revitalizing the village. The Turkey Fair was recreated as a popular community celebration and now is estimated to draw a crowd of 5000 with cars parked for a kilometer on either side of the village. Record breaking temperatures did not seem to deter the crowds this year. Once again the event offered free children’s activities which included large inflatables, a climbing wall, clowns, music and more. Families could also take a Voyageur Canoe trip or visit Rays Reptiles. New this year were remote control boat demonstrations. The number of vendor displays and exhibits on most of
the streets was remarkable and their was a variety of live entertainment on several stages. It was also helpful to be able to take a free bus shuttle or wagon ride. And of course the turkey soup/sandwich lunch and “turkey calling contest” were appropriate favourites. “So many volunteers are needed to make the Fair possible and younger ones are needed to help as so many of us are getting older,” commented Sherry Rogers who has directed traffic on the historic Lyndhurst Bridge. Many remark that a highlight is just meeting up with old friends and celebrating rural community. It would seem that the vision to revitalize the village 25 years ago has come to pass in many ways as part of the income from the sale of buttons and raffles go back into the community. Local organizations can apply for funds to improve and enhance the remarkable village for future years to come!
Grade 2 and Grade 3 First Prize ($15.00): Sophie Grier, TIES Second Prize ($10.00): Samuel Meier, South Crosby Third Prize ($5.00): Mallette Coracie, Pineview
Turkey Fair Winners: First Prize of $25: Ella Price Second Prize of $15: Hunter Bernard Third Prize of $10: Easton Heward $1,000 VIA Rail voucher: Sharon Bool Quilt: Wilbert Lafrance, Seeley's Bay 50/50 $1,504.00: Mike Blair, Brockville
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The Turkey Fair organizers and many of those in attendance extended deepest condolences to the Antoines, who tragically lost their beloved Percheron draft horse, Mack, during the Fair. The Mural has been honoured in being part of following the many community events that Mack has participated in over the years including parades, wagon rides, plowing matches, the Settlers Trek and more. Mack was pictured on the front page of the September Mural issue, to the right of his partner Prince. He will be missed greatly and we extend our sympathies to the Antoines at this difficult time.
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P.O.Box 398, Athens, Ontario, K0E 1B0 Tel: 613-774-3186 • www.themural.on.ca Editorial: editor@themural.on.ca Ad Sales: advertising@themural.on.ca Publisher: Winchester Print & Stationery Editor: Kent Raistrick Reporters/Photographers: Sally Smid, Catherine Orth Advertising Manager: Angela Tyhy Production Manager: Patti Moran The Mural is a community newspaper serving Athens, Mallorytown, the Thousand Islands Parkway, Escott, Delta, Lyndhurst, Charleston Lake, Plum Hollow, Addison, Frankville, Toledo, Lyn, RR#3 & RR#4 Brockville and now Elgin, Seeley’s Bay, and Lansdowne. Copies are delivered free of charge to over 9,000 homes courtesy of the community-minded businesses that advertise in The Mural. Copies are also available at selected stores in Athens. All contents © 2018 The Mural. All articles, photographs and advertisements, etc., created by The Mural may not be reproduced without written permission of the publisher. The Mural is not responsible for errors or omissions. We reserve the right to edit for legal considerations, clarity, grammar, and length.
Diane and Dave Sheridan have been painting the Charleston mural together in Athens and hope to have it completed by the end of October.
Athens Council Meeting for September 2018 by
Sally Smid
The ending of summer brought a busy new session of Athens Council. The past months have been productive. A number of streets have been paved this summer and some new sidewalks have been added. There have been a variety of restoration and updates at Centre ‘76. This summer the arena received all new boards and doors around the ice surface. The brine chiller and the cooling system to the compressors were replaced. A busy season is anticipated on the Athens ice surface. Approximately 5-6 additional rental hours per week have been added to accommodate organizations due to the closing of the Leo Boivin arena in Prescott. A presentation was made by David Annable who represented the Leeds Grenville Approved Professionals. He explained that the group’s goal is to ensure “quality, integrity and consistency in local professionals who offer services to the public”. LG seeks to connect the public to “approved” professionals including, contractors, builders, designers, real estate and other service providers within the County and aim to ensure that approved members have all the proper certifications, insurances and educational training to properly provide the services they offer. Members are required to follow a code of conduct, which will ensure a high level of service. Membership helps promote individual businesses and involves monthly events and meetings as well as group benefits and more. LG does the background checks and is presently building a network of professionals, now numbering 50+ who can “serve the general public with honesty, integrity and professionalism”. It was suggested that the group could collaborate with the
newly forming Athens Business Connect. Irene Ireland was present on behalf of this group with a variety of ideas and possibilities relating to further revitalization and economic development in Athens which included the possibility of new signage, welcome packages, website and communication improvements, park events, and more. Both were thanked for their informative presentations. There was quite an involved discussion about the possibility of purchasing a new fire truck from Elizabethtown-Kitley and this was investigated further. As it turned out the truck very successfully passed the pumper test and an offer to purchase it was accepted. It is getting the needed transfers and safety inspections so that it can be in service in Athens. Chief Charles Smid announced that a new digital information sign will be added at the fire hall and is being funded through the work of the women’s auxiliary. It was decided that the Museum summer student could be funded to do more archival work during the fall and winter as this is very much needed. The Township website is being updated and a Facebook page has been created. Mural revitalization is underway as the Sheridans have been busy restoring the Charleston mural on Main St. Pizza with more mural plans underway. The possibility of adding flags on Main St. as well as new signage are being investigated. Voting Day is October 22 and electors will be able to vote by paper ballot at the Joshua Bates Centre between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Advance voting days will be in the Town Hall on Wed. October 10 and Saturday October 13 between noon and 8:00 p.m. The next council meeting is Oct. 1st at 7:00 pm.
Relaxing under the canopy after a stroll on the Boardwalk Trail, Seniors’ Day, Charleston Lake Provincial Park, September 20, 2018, are L-R: Joan Maisonneuve, Amy O’Keefe, Winnie Alders, Helen Johnston, Elinor Kirkland, Elaine Bryan. Back row: Sherry Tedford and Harold Haig
Senior’s Day in the Park by
Catherine Orth
“This is the third year we’ve brought seniors to the Park for a morning outing, ” said MaryJo Sibbald, Friends of Charleston Lake Park member, “and it’s really grown in popularity.’ Senior’s Day at Charleston Lake Provincial Park is an initiative of the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands, in collaboration with Friends of Charleston Lake, and with Charleston Provincial Park. It is a well organized, coordinated event. It is free of charge and also provides transportation. Park guides, who lead the trails, explain interesting and fun facts about the animals and vegetation native to the Park. A generous lunch, also free, is served, giving the day a picnic-outing, feeling. Kim Goodman, TLTI, Manager of Recreation and Community Partnerships was pleased with this year’s strong attendance of approximately 70 participants. “From the time Amy (Amy Webb, Economic Development and Marketing Officer) posted that we were again having the Senior’s Day, it was filled to capacity in two weeks,” said Goodman Goodman praised MaryJo Sibbald, of Friends of the Park, as the main mover and shaker of the event. “It is MaryJo who really makes this happen.” “We’ve been lucky with the
weather. It’s cooler than it was last year, which is great for the seniors.” said Sibbald. The trails provided an enjoyable walk in the woods, with some trails more challenging than others. For seniors not able to do the walk, an accessible bus took them on a guided tour of the Park. For those who could walk, but needed sure footing, the Boardwalk trail, with its hand railed boardwalk, provided easy access through forest, over brooks and if one chose, to lakeside. For the intrepid hiker there were woodland trails, that involved some climbing and maybe a bit of scrambling. “There’s a trail to suit each level of participation,” said Sibbald. “I really enjoyed the Boardwalk Trail. We learned about a special turtle tagging program that took place to know more about the turtles’ habits here in the Park,” said Lansdowne resident Sherry Tedford. People went at their own pace, returning whenever they chose. Canopies and gazebos provided shelter and places to gather and chat. All agreed, no matter which trail you took, it was beautiful at the Park and an excellent outing. It provided seniors, some visiting from long term care facilities, a chance to socialize and experience the great outdoors. “I haven`t walked this far for a long time!”said senior Harold Haig, coming in from the trail.
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Get to Know Canada’s First Vertical Bank Note Canada’s new $10 bank note will begin to appear in cash transactions late this year. Designed to stand apart, it’s the first vertical note issued by the Bank of Canada, and features the portrait of social justice defender Viola Desmond.
Here’s what businesses and cash users need to know about this new $10 bill. It Pays to Check As with Canada’s other notes, the new $10 has bold security features, ensuring that Canadians can use it with confidence. That’s why the Bank issues new notes – to stay ahead of counterfeiting threats and to keep pace with advances in technology. But remember, bank notes are only secure if you check them. Routinely checking all notes—no matter which series or value—allows you to intercept counterfeits and keep them out of circulation.
The security features on Canada’s vertical $10 note are quick and easy to check: • Feel the smooth, unique texture of the note. It’s made from a single piece of polymer with some transparent areas. • Feel the raised ink on the front of the note, namely on the portrait, the word “Canada” and the large number ‘10’ at the bottom. • Look at the detailed metallic images and symbols in and around the large transparent window. • Look at the pattern in the eagle feather. Tilt the note to see the colour shift from gold to green. • Flip the note to see the elements inside the large window repeated in the same colours and detail on the other side. The new $10 note will be rolled out gradually and circulate alongside the other polymer $10 notes. Un-
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like the special $10 note issued for Canada’s 150th anniversary in 2017, printed in a limited quantity to mark this historical milestone, the vertical $10 note will be the regular $10 note produced for years to come.
Helping Businesses Prepare Business owners may be wondering what this new $10 note means for their cash-handling equipment. The vertical $10 has been designed to minimize the impact on the cash-handling industry and maintains the same functional features as current polymer notes. Equipment owners and renters should contact their suppliers with questions about machine compatibility.
A Look Ahead – What Comes Next With the release of this new $10 note, the Bank of Canada’s approach to issuing bank notes is changing. Rather than issuing all five denominations within a short time frame, a new note will be released every few years. This will allow the Bank to integrate the latest security features each time a new bank note is issued, ensuring that Canadians can continue to use their bank notes with confidence. For free, downloadable materials to help businesses train their staff, visit www.bankofcanada.ca/retailers. For more information, contact us at 1-800-303-1282 or info@bankofcanada.ca. Follow the Bank on Twitter (@bankofcanada) for the latest news about Canadian bank notes. The Bank of Canada Museum is on Facebook! Follow, like and share the latest information about Canada’s upcoming $10 bank note and much more: @BoCMuseum.
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MEDIA RELEASES Let’s talk about education Education, in early childhood as well as elementary, secondary and post-secondary school years, is part of your overall health and well-being. Education and Literacy is a social determinant of health and a valuable investment for all communities. Being able to read, write and communicate our needs is an important part of realizing our own potential. Why is education important? People with higher education tend to be healthier than those with lower educational attainment. In a 2013 survey on the social determinants of health, respondents rated education as the second lowest of 10 factors rated that make a person healthy. Health and level of education are closely linked. People with higher education tend to have higher incomes, job security and better working conditions. What is in our communities to support education? • Early ON Child and Family Centres • Language Express • Homeward Bound Program • Employment and Education Centre
• Publically Funded School System • Canada Learning Bond • Ontario Grants for Post-Secondary Education How can parents support and plan for post-secondary education? The Government of Canada wants to support the dreams of children across Canada through the Canada Learning Bond. Even if you do not add any money, your children could be eligible for an RESP to kick start their dreams after high school. Go to www.StartMyRESP. ca/LeedsGrenville to find our more and see what is possible. “The Canada Learning Bond plants the seed for education after high school. Even a small amount of money set aside for education speaks volumes to children that their parents or caregivers value education and they see the benefit in finding a job for which they have passion,” states Tanis Brown, Registered Nurse. For more information on education, visit www.healthunit.org or call 1-800-660-5853. You can also connect with LGLHealthunit on Facebook and Twitter.
Bi-National Tourism Summit slated for Oct. 18 Gananoque, ON – Tourism stakeholders from across Northern New York and Southeastern Ontario will gather Oct. 18 at the Thousand Islands Playhouse for a daylong look at the business of attracting visitors to the 1000 Islands. The 1000 Islands Bi-National Tourism Summit will feature a variety of presenters highlighted by leaders from New York State’s I Love New York program and Discover Ontario, the province’s tourism department, speaking about how each features the 1000 Islands in marketing efforts and sharing their views on bi-national partnerships. Other topics include collaborations on bi-national bicycling routes as well as updates on the recently completed Canadian border crossing facilities at Hill Island and work underway on the U.S. port of entry on Wellesley Island. An update on collaborative U.S.-Canadian 1000 Islands tourism is also planned.
The summit is hosted by the 1000 Islands International Tourism Council, Alexandria Bay, NY; Regional Tourism Office 9/Southeastern Ontario, Kingston, ON; and Thousand Islands Accommodation Partners, Gananoque. “We’re excited to have some of the top folks in New York and Ontario tourism in the same room to share how they view the 1000 Islands and to learn from us how important cross-border tourism marketing is for our region,” said Gary DeYoung, Tourism Council director. This summit is for operators and stakeholders to come together to learn and plan for the future.” More than 9,700 people in Jefferson County, New York, and Leeds-Grenville, Ontario, work in hospitality jobs and one in 10 private sector jobs here are closely tied to tourism. The summit aims to foster a healthy tourism economy on both sides of the border.
Fish Hatchery Rehabilitation – Contract No. 18-26 – Notice of Construction United Counties of Leeds and Grenville will be undertaking a rehabilitation of the Fish Hatchery Bridge in Westport, Ontario. The rehabilitation consists of repairs to the steel beam guide rails; concrete repairs to the pier footings, pier walls, abutments, soffit and barrier wall; replacement of both expansion joints; and installation of a reinforced concrete slab in the south cell and concrete spillway. Construction is expected to commence on September 25, 2018 and scheduled to be completed in December 2018. In order for the Contractor to safely and efficiently complete this work, lane closures are expected. Advance notice will be provided when disruptions in front of your property may occur and will be kept to a minimum. Through access will be maintained at all times for emergency vehicles on County Road 10.
We thank you in advance for your co-operation and patience. Should you have any questions regarding the above, please contact the following individuals: Mrs. Melanie Knowles, P. Eng., M. Eng. Manager of Engineering and Construction, Public Works, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville 25 Central Ave. W., Suite 100 Brockville, ON K6V 4N6 Phone: 613-342-3840 ext. 2411 Fax: 613-342-2101 Email: Melanie.knowles@uclg.on.ca Mr. Andrew Superville, P.Eng. Consultant Project Manager Ainley Graham & Associates Limited 1-50 Grant Timmins Drive Kingston, ON K7M 8N2 Phone: (343) 266-0002 ext. 216 Fax: (343) 266-0028 Email: superville@ainleygroup.com
The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB), Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO), Eastern Ontario Health Unit, and the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit are hosting five public meetings over the next week. These meetings are to increase community awareness about the legalization of non-medical cannabis. The sessions are designed to help inform our schools and communities of how to manage the changes in a safe and responsible way. Similar meetings will be held across the UCDSB and CDSBEO jurisdictions until October 20 at both school and municipal locations. For a complete listing of dates, times and locations, please visit www.ucdsb. on.ca/cannabis. There will also be a livestreamed event held on October 15 at 7 p.m. More details can be found at www.ucdsb.on.ca/cannabis.
Details of upcoming sessions are as follows: Tuesday, October 2, 2018 6:30-7:30 pm (French) École Secondair Catholique L’Escale 1535 Du Parc Ave., Rockland Wednesday, October 3, 2018 6:30-7:30 pm (English) St. Lawrence Secondary School 1450 Second St. E. Cornwall, ON Wednesday, October 3, 2018 6:30-8 pm (English) Almonte District High School 126 Martin St. N. Almonte, ON Thursday, October 4, 2018 6:30-7:30 pm (English) Rockland District High School 1004 St. Joseph St. Rockland, ON
UCDSB Seeks Special Education Advisory Committee Nominations (SEAC) September 6, 2018 (Brockville, ON) – The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is currently seeking nominations for its Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) for the 2018-2022 term. Under Ontario’s Education Act, every exceptional pupil is entitled to special education programs and services which meet his or her needs. In the UCDSB, SEAC plays a vital role in ensuring that exceptional pupils receive appropriate educational services. SEAC is responsible to the Upper Canada District School Board for examining, reviewing and making recommendations regarding the provision of special education programs and services. Some areas of focus are beliefs and goals, policies and procedures, organizational structures, program delivery methods, services, funding, and the annual review of the Special Education Plan. The SEAC Committee meets at the Board Office, 225 Central Avenue West, Brockville, Ontario, on the second Tuesday of September and the first Tuesday of each month, October to June, at 6:30 p.m. Local associations or organizations are invited to submit a representative application for the Special Education Advisory Committee. Applications for Membership-at-Large are also welcome. (SEAC membership is comprised of up to 12 association/organization members and up to 3 Members-at-Large.) An association is defined as “an association or organization of parents that operates locally within the area of jurisdiction of a board and that is affiliated with an association or organization that is not an association or organization of professional educators, but that is incorporated and operates throughout Ontario to further the interests and well-being of one or more groups of exceptional children or adults.” Application forms and nomination letters must be received by 4:00 pm on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. Send to: Ron Ferguson, Superintendent of Schools, Upper Canada District School Board 225 Central Ave. W., Brockville, ON K6V 5X1
Nominees Sought for Ben TeKamp Memorial Award at EEC BROCKVILLE – For scores of entrepreneurs in the Leeds and Grenville area, Ben TeKamp was the guiding force who helped turn their ideas into successful businesses. Ben TeKamp championed and advocated for local community economic development from both a public and private perspective. As well as being a three-term Brockville Mayor, Ben TeKamp was a noted business owner and for many years helped co-ordinate the Self-Employment Benefit Program which gave many local entrepreneurs the opportunity they needed to start a successful business. He was also a tireless community volunteer and was a board member of the Employment + Education Centre for many years. This was a passion of Ben’s and a career that made a difference in the community. Now it’s the turn of a successful local entrepreneurs to be recognized for their contributions with the 4th annual Ben TeKamp Memorial Award, which will be awarded during a special ceremony on October 24th. The successful recipients will be awarded a monetary prize to be used for further development of their business. Successful applicants for the Ben
TeKamp Memorial Award must be located in the Leeds-Grenville area. The award will be presented to an outstanding business that is new, or has reinvented itself, to meet the changing needs of Leeds and Grenville. These nominated businesses will have displayed a strong sense of innovation and creativity. Applicants will provide a brief account describing how they can make a contribution to the community of Leeds and Grenville. The full award criteria is available at www.eecentre.com. In 2017, the award was received by Elgin Street Convenience and Gas, 1000 Islands Hearing and LeMar LUXE Spa Studio. Applicants can nominate themselves or be nominated by someone else. In the case of being nominated by a third party, a nominee will be notified before their name is made public. Award winners will be required to inform the TeKamp family how they used the bursary for their business. In the Applicants can apply online at www. eecentre.com. Please email the completed nomination package with references by October 8th, 2018 to bentekampaward@eecentre.com
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Leeds Federation of Agriculture – Mayoral Candidate Meet and Greet
BROCKVILLE ARTISTS’ STUDIO Annual Show & Sale • November 2-4, 2018 Brockville Memorial Civic Centre Reception: Friday, Nov. 2 • 5-9 pm Saturday, Nov. 3 • 10 am-5 pm Sunday, Nov. 4 • 10 am - 5 pm Free admission, families welcome Open to the public Plenty of free parking We accept Mastercard and Visa
BAS Members Belia Brandow, Siobhan Brodowski, Sophia Doyle, Diana Earle, Elsie Gallinger, Deborah Glew, Sheila Goertzen, Hanna Hannula, Arlene Hare, Gerd Kreissler, Catharina Breedyk Law, Rachel Legault, Solange Leman, Ab Lelievre, Crystal Letts, Pam McKinnon, Linda Moysey, Jane Ogborne, Mavis Rowland, Phyllis Sadler, Wayne Smith, Lynn Steiner, Linda Stevenson, Violet Storto, Sian Tucker, Rosemary Waggot, Herman Wenghofer, Maureen Wharton, Alison Whitlock.
Vice President Cornelia Danis welcomes the audience at a regional meeting of the Leeds Federation of Agriculture. The September 14th event included a meet and greet with local mayoral candidates.
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(L-R) Mayor Joe Baptista, Mary Jean McFall and Arie Hoogenraad were in attendance at a recent Leeds Federation of Agriculture event in Athens. Photos by Sally Smid
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FALL RENOVATION FEATURE by
Sally Smid
It has been an extremely hot summer and perhaps some needed maintenance has been postponed. Local experts have advice for homeowners in preparation for fall and winter. This includes cleaning the eavestroughs and downspouts to make sure there is proper drainage, especially if your home is near trees. If not remedied, this can cause rainwater to pool and seep into your home. While you’re on the ladder, you can check your roof and flashing for repairs . Any outside damage due to recent winds or storms should be repaired and window trim and door frames should be caulked to keep out winter drafts. Even if the home builders have used weatherstripping , over time repairs and replacements may be needed to maintain better warmth and energy efficiency. Autumn is also the time to turn off the water supply to outdoor taps after they are drained and leave them in the open position for the winter. It is also the time to plant flower bulbs and even to fertilize the lawn. Inside the home, it is time to check the heat-duct and water-pipe insulation. It is also advised to check washing machine and dishwasher hoses for cracks and clean the filters. Everyone should know where to find the water shut-off valve. Have the furnace serviced and the air conditioner should be prepared for winter months
Autumn is a good time to make repairs and upgrades that will keep your home safe and warm for the winter ahead.
as well. Chimneys need to be cleaned and repaired as well. By recommendation of The Canada Safety Council, you should get your chimney cleaned at lease once a year. Whether you decide to DIY or get a professional to
sweep them, make it part of your annual fall home maintenance plan. Our local fire departments are reminding us to check our smoke and CO detectors as well. We seem to have had an overabundance of squirrels this year. As the weather cools down, small animals such as birds and rodents start looking for shelter to spend the winter time, and this can be a real problem for homeowners. They have even been known to chew wiring and can be a fire hazard. Signs to look out for are droppings, feathers and fur left around in the attic or basement. It is wise to check your home for any possible entryways and cut branches from trees that might be too close to your roof. Placing screens behind any vents could be helpful. If you have persistent pest issues, it is always best to hire a professional to take care of it. It is important to consider that many of our local rural businesses have supplies needed to assist in fall maintenance and it is a good time to support and strengthen our community economies. Local Insurance and home maintenance professionals are making such advice to help home owners stay safe this winter and avoid serious loss and damage as well. Your home's fall maintenance does not have to take up all of your time, but it is essential if you desire to keep it in top shape as the fall season arrives.
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GET TO KNOW YOUR ANDIDATES Mayoral Candidates for Elizabethtown-Kitley What are the main issues facing the township and what is your vision for implementing the policies that will address those issues?
DAN DOWNEY BRANT BURROW
“I offer voters a truly unique opportunity. I have attended every Council meeting for the last 6 years, and am already well versed in the budget process, strategic planning, Township by-laws, the Municipal Act, and more. I basically have the same knowledge and experience as the other two Mayoral candidates, but I don't come with any of the 'same old, same old' baggage. Too many people – both residents and outsiders – tell me stories of how the Township is hard to do business with. I feel severances, site plans, and other permit processes are often too restrictive and burdensome. If we continue to treat people that way when they want to build or renovate, we will eventually shrivel up and die. I want to get a pulse back in the Township; to breathe some life back into it. I intend to instill a new attitude into Council and senior staff – one that is based on 'what can we do for people', not 'what can we do to them'. If voters spend time going through my extensive brochure or website (burrow4mayor.ca), it will be clear that I am committed to earning peoples' respect, trust, and ultimately, their vote.”
“I've been a councillor for 8 years, since 2010. I'm the one known in council for always fighting for no debt to the Township. When I first came on in 2010 and before that, this Township was debt free and is still debt free. It shows that there are ways to operate the Township, working within our means. That is one of my platform planks as is good roads, and a modern fire department. As mayor, the fourth thing on my platform is to represent council's decisions. I'd like to see Frankville, Fire Station Number 3 rebuilt. It is really old. The fire trucks don't fit into it properly. Before my time the Lyn Fire Hall and then the New Dublin Fire Hall were rebuilt. They were done using reserves, and not the bank. We paid back reserves over a number of years with no interest, that is, it was done within the budget. Roads is on our plate 12 months a year. The township just did a road study over the winter and we also have an Asset Management Plan. Fixing the worst roads with the highest usage is what we aim to do every year, and do it within the budget One thing I've come to know, campaigning from door to door, is that there are a lot of really fine people in this township.”
JIM MILLER “I've been on council for three terms. I'm experienced with what we've been doing and am comfortable dealing with all facets of the township. I know the staff quite well and am on good terms with them. I've lived in the community for over forty years and have participated in it to a great extent. I feel I have a lot to offer. I have a degree in economics and 40 years experience at St Lawrence College as a professor in business and adult education. I want to continue Mayor Pickard's work. Controls on spending were important to him and are important to me. As provincial funding is reduced, I understand we may have to look at increasing debt in order to provide services required. Large projects are going to have to be financed as opposed to expecting the province to download enough money to pay for things. We spend about half a million dollars on roads every year. We have the Asset Management Plan in place and we're working towards bridge and roads repairs and improving the Fire Station in Frankville. It's going to take a lot to know where to locate it and how much to spend on it. I will be accountable and accessible and look forward to continuing my service to our community.”
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MARGARET FANCY For Council – Front of Yonge
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GET TO KNOW YOUR ANDIDATES Mayoral Candidates for the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands and Elizabethtown-Kitley Some time ago a decision was made to interview the people running for mayor in TLTI and E-K. We would have liked to have interviewed all the councillors for all the Townships in our readership but this was not realistic. The interviews were conducted in person. Each candidate was asked the same question (the question you see here). The taped interview was then edited and sent to the candidate to review and approve. Each interview contains approximately the same number of words. These are the candidates thoughts, not our spin on their thoughts.
What are the main issues facing the township and what is your vision for implementing the policies that will address those issues?
need to be much much more self reliant. We shouldn’t be looking to large mega projects coming in and rescuing us. We shouldn’t be looking for answers from the county or the province for issues that we have locally.”
JOHN PAUL JACKSON
JOE BAPTISTA
“I’m really proud of what the community staff and council have accomplished. We have over 60 achievements, initiatives, and policies to show for the last term. Moving forward we need to make sure we have a balanced and fair tax rate to keep taxes low. We need to prioritize infrastructure and good maintenance, as we have done over the last four years. We need to continue streamlining processes, removing red tape, facilitating new on-farm businesses. We need to balance protecting the natural environment with strong, smart development throughout the entire municipality and we need to keep creating regional jobs, through the St Lawrence Corridor Economic Development Commission. At the county level we’ve approved a 192 new bed, long care facility, at Maple View Lodge. Continuity is very important for this project. We need the ministry to now move forward on this. Also at the county level we’ve approved internet and cellular upgrades, through the Eastern Ontario Regional Network. The next steps are working hard to get the federal government to free up the money to make sure that those builds happen. I feel over the last four years that I’ve been the respectful, ethical leader that TLTI has needed. And I feel that professionalism is important more than ever.”
“A critical issue for us is reliable affordable internet and cellular service. My view is that we have to take this issue on, on our own. That may mean going into debt as a municipality. That may mean passing on the cost to our residents, in the same context and the same form we did when we installed water and sewer in the village of Lansdowne 40 years ago. It also means going to the federal and provincial governments with hat in hand, identifying to them that we have a homemade solution to address the problem. And it’s critical: our farming industry and our agricultural industry need it; our children that go to school need it; our businesses. If we don’t have reliable internet service, we’re not going to be able to keep businesses here nor are we going to be able to invite businesses here. I also see that garbage pick up is part of that big picture. It is something that needs to be addressed, especially because our landfills are about to close within the next 5 years, with one actually closing in the next two years. I feel that a review of our Official Plan is very important. I don’t think there was enough consultation with most residents and I feel that it’s too rigid and restrictive.”
KURT LIEBE
“I believe in local government by local people, with local issues. I would like to see people asking questions that have never been asked. My interest is to ensure that we talk to our citizens and talk to our rate payers and have them prioritize their needs and wants. I think we’ve lost sight of some of the important elements. For me governance, administration and management is the focus we should pursue in the next four years. We can only do that by having a proper conversation with the stake holders. We need to focus on policies, financial budgets, goals and staff. The strategic plan is one of our most visionary documents. I think we’ve failed to execute the strategic plan. We should concentrate on reviewing it and assessing where it still remains important. We have a visionary document and we need validate it Sustained natural environment, community development and creating a more sustainable economy and the implementation of that is very important. I believe that we have many ways to make development happen. We
CORINNA SMITH-GATCKE
“I feel that better communication in the Township is required. People struggle with finding out when events happen, and communicating with council. Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are all additional ways to circulate information consistently. I feel we need it to be more direct and easier. The Township needs to be more responsive to people inquiries. Another important communication issue is the internet. The internet is not accessible everywhere in the Township and that is a real problem. There’s communities more remote than us that have figured out ways to put plans in place, to bring Township-wide internet service. We need to get better at this. I believe the next council will be challenged further to make changes and revisions to the Official Plan. It is going to be a daunting task. There’s a lot of good work in the Official Pan but there’s a lot more work to be done. I’m very concerned about waste management. We have a dump in Lansdowne that’s losing ground daily. We need to figure out what were going to do. Is it going to be a transfer station? How are we going to do this? We need to have something in place sooner than later.”
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Celebrating Louise Crummy McKinney by
Sally Smid
The Athens Heritage Society recently hosted a celebration for the 150th Birthday of Louise Crummy McKinney. Born in a log cabin near Lake Eloida on September 22nd 1868, she attended Mitchell Public School and Athens High School. She went on to become very influential in the area of women’s rights and freedoms. Marlene Thomson provided a very informative and interesting presentation about her life and accomplishments. Louise had ambitions from her early years and had considered becoming a doctor but was advised that “no one would go to a woman doctor”. She earned a teaching certificate at Ottawa Normal School and taught in Leeds before moving to North Dakota. There she met her future husband James McKinney, a farmer, formerly from Stittsville. They were married at her family homestead. Both were very involved in the Temperance movement and as Marlene explained, “She did not want to be a politician but was concerned about wives who were being abused by their drunken husbands”. McKinney felt she could make a difference by becoming politically involved. She moved to the area of Alberta before it was a province and became the first woman to be voted into the legislature in the Dominion. At that time women were not allowed to
vote or own property. She later joined forces with the Famous Five and after a long struggle, the Privy Council ruled that ‘women’ were indeed ‘persons’ and entitled to the same consideration as men. In 1925, she was appointed a commissioner in the first general council of the United Church of Canada and was the only woman to sign the document that created the United Church. On July 10th 1931, Louise Crummy McKinney died at the age of 63 at her homestead in Claresholm where a monument was erected to her memory. There were also statues of the Famous Five placed on Parliament Hill and Marlene’s family, who are Crummy descendants, were part of that dedication ceremony. McKinney is also on a Canadian stamp and a fifty dollar bill. The event concluded with a social time that involved a special “birthday cake” in McKinney’s honour. An invitation was given to all to exercise their right to vote which McKinney was so instrumental in helping to secure. Interesting enough, the upcoming election will take place in that same space, the JBC, in exactly a month. The crowd was also invited to stop by the Athens Museum to learn more about many other women in local history who are also perhaps unknown and have made a real difference in our community and our country in a variety of ways.
Louise McKinney was depicted on a Canadian stamp and bill in past years.
Quite a few members of the Crummy family were in attendance at the recent event honouring Louise Crummy McKinney.
ELECT
Jim Miller
Mayor Elizabethtown-Kitley FOCUSED ON:
✔ Sustainable development ✔ Supporting agriculture ✔ Protecting the environment ✔ Making E-K a better place for seniors
Marlene Thomson made a presentation about Louise Crummy McKinney recently as part of an Athens Heritage Society event.
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Ontario Festival of Small Halls by
Sally Smid
pressed the audience with her energetic and soulful style in her blend of folk, rock and blues. Other performances included Jim Bryson and Selent Winters played in the Delta Old Town Hall, Basia Bulat and Jillian Kerr at Elgin’s Red Brick School, Ken Whiteley and The Levy Sisters with Kim Pollard at the Seeley’s Bay Community Hall, and NQ Arbuckle and The Rifle & The Writer who appeared the St. Luke’s Church Hall Lyndhurst. On Friday November 30th at 7:30 pm David Myles will be performing at Seeley’s Bay Community Hall as the Festival continues throughout Ontario.
The Ontario Festival of Small Halls came to our area again this fall! It is all about bringing special Canadian musicians to small venues which usually have important cultural histories. Some of Canada’s best musicians come to rural communities and receive a warm welcome from music lovers that are eager to show off their beloved halls and their hospitality while having a valuable chance to host remarkable Canadian musical talent. Organizers disclose, “The Festival of Small Halls is proud to join this international community dedicated to showcasing first-rate music in intimate venues.”. Many of the events also include local foods and dining opportunities. This September Colter Wall, a songwriter from Saskatchewan, Canada, appeared on the stage of the Joshua Bates Center in Athens. The packed audience, who were drawn in from a variety of locations, provided the talented country singer with a rousing welcome, evidence of his enthusiastic and growing fan base. His style is reminiscent of artists such as Emmylou Harris and Waylon Jennings. Madison Galloway opened the show with her original songs and played the Madison Galloway charmed the guitar, harmonica and ukulele. The audience in the Athens JBC young singer from Fergus, Ont. im- during her recent performance.
Colter Wall took to the JBC stage in Athens amidst enthusiastic cheers from an appreciative audience.
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Local musician Pat Johnson recently performed as part of the Festival of Small Halls in Morton.
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Contributions to Local Charities by
Sally Smid
What could be better than folks getting together at the local course for enjoyable tournaments that also raise funds for important causes and honor special individuals as well? This was the first year for the Peter DeJong Memorial Tournament which took place at Cedar Valley Golf Course in Forthton. Peter was known as a man who enjoyed golf and is truly missed by his family and community. The idea for the tournament came from a friend, Lorne Kirkby. Peter always played golf “cross-handed”, so it was fitting that the tournament included a cross-handed driving competition, which was won by Gerry Clancy. A ball washer, erected on the number 1 tee, bears a plaque paying tribute to Peter as well. There were 59 golfers and 81 participants that stayed for dinner at the Club House Restaurant. Sponsors included Harvex, McDougall DLK Insurance Brokers, Feenstra Equipment Ltd, Agromart, Willows Agriservices, Roosdale Elevators, JB Kelly Waterway Insurance Brokers, Tackaberry Construction, Athens Ace Hardware, and Crooked Creek Golf Course. The total cash donations to the Food Bank were about $2000 and many non-perishable items were also collected. Food Bank chair Bernice McLean was on hand to receive the donations and the Athens Lions Club has announced that it is contributing $500 to the cause as well as $1500 more in November. As school lunches begin it seems that the Food Bank is facing new challenges, especially due to rising prices. It is hoped that the recent food drive will also help to replenish shelves. Mon-
etary donations can be made to Box 115, Athen, On. Cedar Valley was also the site of the 15th Annual Rett Syndrome Golf Tournament Fundraiser. There were approximately 50 golfers with 30 guests for dinner. There were great prizes, including a hole-in-one prize for $25,000 which was to be split with CHEO. There was also a large silent auction. All funds raised went into the Jessica Carr Rett Syndrome Research Fund to aid in a cure for this debilitating disease. Jessica is 15 1/2 years old and lives with this complex neurological disorder found almost ex-
Pete DeJong’s kids Elaine, Cindy, Jarrod and Carl were an important part of the recent charity golf tournament event and are pictured beside the ball washer that pays tribute to their father.
clusively in girls. Symptoms include loss of speech, loss of motor and hand skills and physical disabilities. The success of these charity golf tournaments are a reflection of how generous and caring the local community It has been a busy time on the Cedar continues to be in supporting a variety Valley Golf Course as many gathered in support of local charities. of local needs.
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2018 Municipal Election Information Monday October 22, 2018 electors will be able to vote by paper ballot at the Joshua Bates Centre (upstairs of Town Hall), 1 Main Street West between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Advance voting days will be in the Council Chambers, Town Hall on Wednesday October 10 and Saturday October 13 between the hours of noon and 8:00 p.m. An individual is eligible to vote in the Township of Athens Election if they are: • a Canadian Citizen • at least 18 years old on Voting Day • a resident of the Municipality of Athens or the owner or tenant of land in the Municipality or are the spouse of such owner or tenant • not prohibited from voting under any law The following are not eligible to vote: • a person serving a sentence of imprisonment in a penal or correction institution • a corporation • a person acting as executor or trustee or in any other representative capacity • a person convicted of a corrupt practice for an election held within four years of voting day Are you on the Voters List? The voters’ list for the municipal election is available for viewing at the Municipal office during regular office hours. The voters’ list contains the names of persons entitled to vote in the Municipal election. Please verify your information is correct and if required, an application to amend the voters’ list is available. Appointment of Voting Proxy any qualified elector may appoint another person who is a qualified elector in the same Municipality to vote on his/her behalf. The elector appointed must present the form, in person, to the Clerk, at the Clerk’s office, during normal office hours, or during the hours of 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. on any day of an advance vote. An elector may act on behalf of one other qualified elector who is not a relative or one or more qualified electors who are relatives, using separate proxy forms for each. A relative means the parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother, sister or spouse of the elector appointed.
he Athens Lions Club would like to express our sincere thanks to the many people and organizations who supported this years exhibition and helped to make it a success. We would like to recognize the many Businesses that supported our advertisements in the news publications and radio announcements and sponsored our music and special events (please see a full listing of sponsors below). The Local Organizations that helped by providing concessions on grounds in particular the Masons, the Shrine Club and Lanark County for their food services. George Tackaberry and the Township of Athens for their support and many hours of work in preparing the grounds and camping areas. The exhibitors who came from far and near with their displays from the small engines, through to the Huge Steam Powered Tractors and the endless hours of work required to keep these machines running. The grounds were full again this year. The Case enthusiasts, along with other farm machinery enthusiasts, antique & classic car collectors, vintage motorcycle collectors, and small engine demonstrators who participated in our event, and who, along with George Tackaberry, provided an excellent display of vintage tractors, trucks and machinery. We thank the many vendors who filled the arena floor with their creative and interesting crafts. Customer:Many thanks to the organizers of the Tractor Pull and Horse Draw for T’SHIP Vintage OF ATHENS their2018 excellent organization and show. Issue: OCT Colour: BWR&B Country for their shows Friday night and Saturday, and Fiddlers Plus on Size: 1/4 Proof #: 1
Sunday for providing the entertainment. The Athens Volunteer Fire Department and Saint John’s Ambulance Service for being able to be there and provide assistance. Thank you to the following sponsors for financial and or inkind support of the 2018 farmersville exhibition: Athens Alternator & starter, Athens Pharmasave, Bens Country Kitchen, Blanchards, Garage Brent, Hewitt Livestock, Burt Hudson Real Estate, Canadian Cooperative Wool Growers, Cedar Valley Golf Club, Charles Nichols Plumbing & electrical, Charleston Lake Auto, Dale Welch Drywall, Dicola Petroleum, Dixie Electric, Elgin Bowling Lanes, Farmersville Community Abattoir, Feenstra’s Equipment, Glenview Iron & Metal, George Tackaberry & Sons Construction, Harvex Agromart, Jack Frost Ice, Judson Funeral Home, Ken McClintock, Kitley Collison & Pro Blast, Levac Propane, MacEwen Petroleum, Millers Auto Service, Quality Property Management, Roger Kelsey Insurance, Roosdale Trucking & Elevators, Track Boss (Travis Pattemore), Weagant Farm Supply Last but not least we thank you all for attending and by supporting this event allowing us to continue to provide support to our local community.
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Athens Aerobics has begun another season of fitness sessions.
Yoga and Fitness
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Instructor Katie Baker assumes a yoga pose as part of her “Yoga in the Park” event.
The local youth are once again seeking a chance for fun and fitness as part of the Youth Program in the Athens High School gym each Thursday evening.
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“I have a love for yoga that has been growing with regular practice over the last few years,” explains well known Athens resident Katie Baker who recently decided to broaden her knowledge of yoga skills and philosophies. Having finished more than half of a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Course at Life Yoga in Kingston and has been training with a “remarkable group of inspiring ladies.” The group has been studying “the history of yoga from traditional philosophies as well as contemporary yoga derived from practices introduced in the early 1900s. Katie has focused on the variations of Hatha yoga which seeks balance of body and includes movements that relate to postures, alignment, flow of movement and breathing. “The poses can be meant to strengthen, stretch, relax, de-stress, or meditate, and one class may incorporate one or all of these aspects depending on the purpose of the class,” she explains. Every class incorporates breathing exercises in some capacity. She is bringing classes to our community and has have decided to call the sessions Songbird Yoga, perhaps because she is a noted area vocalist. Starting at the Athens Main Street Park she led a successful one hour yoga session for others with a love for yoga or perhaps those who wanted to sample it. She accepted donations of groceries and cash for the Athens Food Bank. Katie is hoping that this is the beginning
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of an adventure that will expand yoga in our area as further sessions are planned. To learn more email her at songbirdyoga1@gmail.com, phone 613-803-9842 or visit her Facebook page, Songbird Yoga. As the fall season begins there is also exercise being offered free of charge by CPHC at the Joshua Bates Centre every Monday and Wednesday morning at 10:00. The program emphasizes building cardio, strength, balance and fall prevention and it is especially popular with seniors. Other site information is available by contacting the CPHC office. Athens Aerobics has begun its 20th year and takes place in the Athens High Gym and at the United Church and involves cardio, total body and core and functional fitness. To find out more about fees and schedules contact Cynthia at 613-924-1422. With a local gym available, a variety of walking and sport groups, and community rinks reopened, there are a variety of ways for staying active and building fitness in our area.
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Historical Society. 40+ vendors. Lunch items for sale by Lansdowne Women’s Institute.
SUNDAY, OCT. 28 Mallorytown Talks
Sun. Oct. 28 at 2:00 presenting Ted Barris, award winning author, historian and CBC broadcaster is returning to the Mallorytown Community Centre, 76 County Rd. 5 south, with a new book “Dam Busters”. He will be recounting the dramatic story of the 1943 attack on the Ruhr River dams that powered the Nazi Germany’s industrial war production. Bomber crews, including many Canadians were tasked with a high risk operation that changed the Second World War. Admission
TUESDAY, OCT. 30 Human Trafficking Information Seminar
Tuesday October 30th: will be held at the Joshua Bates Centre in Athens, Ontario at 7 PM. Those participating will be Robin Jones, Warden of United Counties of Leeds and Grenville; Mayor of Westport, Sonya Jodain ; Executive Director,Victim Services of Leeds and Grenville; and Provincial Constable Judy King, Ontario Provincial Police. Everyone Welcome.
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Sunday Oct 21, at Odd Fellows Hall, 23 Main St., Lyn from 4:00 to 6:00 PM . Take-out available.
SATURDAY, NOV. 3 Maple View Lodge Auxiliary Bazaar
SAT. Nov.3 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., east wing at Maple View Lodge,Cty. Rd. 42,Athens. Christmas cake, Crafts, Nearly new items, Tea Room, raffles. Come & enjoy a visit. All money raised benefits the residents at Maple View.
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will be held on Sunday, November 11th starting at 10:45am at the Athens Cenotaph. As Remembrance Day falls on a Sunday this year, some local churches will be changing their regular service times in order to allow their
Come out and learn more about the issues, meet the Mayoral and Councillor Candidates, and hear their ideas at the All Candidates Nights organized by community minded township residents. The Meet & Greet is an informal opportunity to meet the Candidates in person, ask questions, and review their campaign materials. The All Candidates Night provides the public with the opportunity to listen to each Candidates presentation, hear their answers to questions on a number of issues, and meet them personally during the Intermission. Elizabethtown-Kitley All Candidates
An evening of friendly euchre October 13 from 6 pm with a light meal. Games start at 7. Cost is $5 per person . Whether you are just a beginner or an expert player this is the place for you. Call 613-924-9852 for more details Games Night October 20, beginning at 6 pm with the sharing of a potluck meal. Come one... come all. Everyone welcome. Try one of our games or bring your own to share as we are always looking for new games. Call 613-924-9852 for more details Simple Fare Luncheon October 18 – A hearty home-cooked meal in a friendly and warm atmosphere from 11:30 – 12:30. Donations accepted but not expected. You are always welcome to dine with us anytime. Call 613924-9852 for more details members to attend the Remembrance Ceremony. Please chaeck with your local church for their service times on November 11th. Lest We Forget
TUESDAY, NOV. 27 Lansdowne Agricultural Society AGM
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Above: Janice Deacon travelled out from Gananoque to take part in the the Scarecrow Project held in the Red building at the Lansdowne fairgrounds on Saturday morning. Left: The Scarecrow Crew from L-R: LAFR members Jill Callaghan, Peter Christie, Donna Dempsey, Clark Dempsey.
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The Scarecrow Project invades the village of Lansdowne by
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They started popping up in the village mid-September. First, Mrs Scarecrow in the park across from Hill Top Coffee Stop. Then, the next day, the Hunter at Hill Top, itself. A day or two later a scary one at the tracks called Canadian Gothic appeared. Now, the invasion is well underway, as one sees scarecrows throughout the village. Who were the innovators and instigators of the invasion? Look no further than LAFR, of course. LAFR had been thinking of doing this for a few years. We’re helping the Lansdowne community celebrate the fall with one scarecrow creation after another, they said. “I was inspired by the town of Meford Ontario,” said LAFR member Donna Dempsy. “We visited Meford a few years ago and scarecrows were everywhere: hanging from lamp posts, peeking out from behind corners, working in the garden. There was a full hockey team on somebody’s front yard and on another lawn, the Queen was having tea with Prince Phillip standing beside Customer: her.” FAIR TURKEY LAFR member Jill Callaghan, who COMMITTEE has OCT been2018 responsible for recent garden Issue: accents Colour: BWlike the bird houses in the garden across form the OPP, and the colourfulSize: 1/4 PAGEW ly painted bicycles in a number of other Proof #: 1
gardens, loved the scarecrow idea and the creative challenge of making scarecrows. “So we put our thoughts together and moved forward,” said Dempsey. “They are creating quite a stir. People’s reaction is positive; think they’re fun” To assist in the development of the project, LAFR held a workshop September 15, Saturday morning, in the red building at the Fairgrounds. LAFR members Donna Dempsey, Jill Callaghan and Peter Christie were on hand to help participants create their own scarecrows from donated materials. “We had 6 or 7 families come to the workshop this morning,” they said. The group was pleased with turn out for their fledgling project.“The kids were really inspired,” said Dempsey and “we hope it will continue next year and get even bigger.” “One business owner has challenged other business owners to get into the scarecrow project and make a scarecrow, to put out in front of their business,” said Dempsey. It’s another way of making the village noteworthy, said LAFR president Peter Christie “People will drive through and say, remember that place that had the funny looking scarecrows and they may come back or they’ll tell their friends to visit Lansdowne.”
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Family of the late, WWII Navy veteran, George Randy MacDonald gather at the Memorial Garden at Mallorytown Legion Branch 484, where a plaque, placed on a granite rock, now honours him. From L-R: front row centre is Gwen Salmon, Brian Salmon, Betty Box, and Glen Box. From L-R: back row is Arnold Warren, Mark Warren, Jan Willis, Damion Willis, and Jim Willis.
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George MacDonald, WWII Navy veteran honoured By Catherine Orth Family, friends, and fellow Mallorytown Legion Branch 484 members turned out in force, on Sunday September 23, to honour the late George MacDonald, WWII Navy veteran. MacDonald died last spring at the age of 95. He was a life long member of Mallorytown Legion Branch 484. MacDonald, though, is so much more to the members of the Mallorytown Legion. He is a hero. A man known for his generosity and philanthropy, MacDonald donated the funds to make possible the Wall of Remembrance in the legion hall, which is named for him. The glassed case, the full length of one wall, harbours important wartime memorabilia. It now also holds a brass plaque paying tribute to MacDonald. The plaque reads: Legion Branch 484 wishes to honour, Comrade Randy MacDonald. WWII veteran and life long member of Branch 484. Thank you for your service to country, community and the Branch. With the unveiling of the indoor plague, the crowd moved outside to the Memorial Garden. There, next to the fountain, a rock has been placed, with a plaque shaped like a warship with two stainless steel anchors, created by Mike and Alan Durand. This inscription reads: In Honour of Comrade George MacDonald WWII Navy Veteran – Ready the Brave Eulogized by his good friend, Rev Paul Gordon, Gordon said MacDonald was “other centred” devoting himself to the welfare of others. He said he embodied goodness and generosity and was a friend to many people.
Small business is the foundation of Ontario’s economy by
Sally Smid
It seems that many people contemplating entering into business locally are not aware of the Leeds Grenville Small Business Enterprise Centre which is dedicated to growing small business in Ontario. It is a publicly-funded initiative with the mission of helping, training, and enabling small business operators throughout the area and can provide free training, seminars, and other assistance. The Centre can aid in creating a business plan, finding funding, and growing an existing business. Free training seminars are also available throughout the year. Connections can be made to dozens of private and governmental resources. Growing a business involves many challenges but it is important to keep a positive attitude. It often involves a
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change in terms of skills, systems or processes, but it is good to know what to expect and what to prepare for in creating sustainable growth. This includes understanding your market and following changes that affect it to avoid losing customers to competitors. Published information provides insights into trends that can affect a growing business in Ontario. It is important to understand the needs of your customers and how marketing decisions affect them. Employees have valuable insights and market research agencies are also available. “Every year, thousands of citizens look to realize their dream of opening their own small business in Ontario, and we’re here to help make those small business dreams into reality!” For more information go to www.lgsbec.com
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