DETERMINATION & DRIVE! Pages 14 15 The Paris Independent Y o u r C o m m u n i t y N e w s p a p e r The Paris Independent Saturday, August 20, 2022 Y o u r C o m m u n i t y N e w s p a p e r Proudly Serving Paris & Area THIS WEEK In Sports CHANGES COMING TO DOWNTOWN TRAFFIC LIGHTS. Pages 4 5 CYCLING FOR THE FOOD BANK Page 18 In Community OUTPOURING OF GENEROSITY PDF Emailed $3.99/month In Charity Are you ready to make a Move ? Contact me, Your Experienced Local Realtor! Paris Fair September 1st to 5th www.Parisfairgrounds.com for schedules, midway, and ticket details You might have noticed Barb & Mark Gellner out front of No Frills in Paris last weekend collecting donations for Ukrainian refugee families. Pictured making a donation is ‘Bulldozer’ representing an order of bikers known as Templers Against Child Abuse. Read more about this outpouring of generosity on page 6. Photo by Casandra Turnbull
COMMUNITY CALENDAR August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 2 WALKING TOUR TODAY! – Hosted by the Paris Museum & Historical Society, today, Saturday August 20 at 10 am. Join Wayne Wilkinson on a 1.5 2 hour tour of lower town. Meet at the Syl Apps Centre on Elm St. Can’t make that walk? Join Marie Williamson on August 27th for a tour of upper town, tour leaves from St. James Anglican Church at 10 a.m. Learn more by emailing info@theparismuseum.com POP UP SUMMER SHOP TODAY Paris Fairgrounds, 139 Silver St, Saturday, August 20th from 10 am to 4 pm. With over 100 vendors & artisans, food trucks, swag bags for the first 25 people, a grand prize basket, shopping spree and more you don’t want to miss out on this event! Admission $3 (under 12 free). VOLLEYBALL DROP-IN Want to have some practice time? Want to learn new skills? Want to play some fun games of Beach Volleyball? Join us at Green Lane Sports Complex for a new drop in and clinic programs starting August 10th at 6:30 pm and runs EVERY Wednesday until September 28th. Hosted by Beachwave Volleyball, cost is $10 per session.
to music. These movements demand the utmost control, timing and coordination. Rain or shine, Sunday August 28th at 1 pm. Tickets available at www.ticketscene.ca/events/40959 STATEMENT We are a non profit organization made up of like minded volunteers from our community with the main purpose of providing our community of Paris and area with a trustworthy and reliable source of community news Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of everything we publish, we regret any errors that may occur We limit our liability to that of printing a retraction upon notification of such errors in the next available publication Our mail and Email addresses are listed below: AdvertisingManagingPublisherEditorSalesPhotographer News Reporter News Reporter Chris MichelleChrisCasandraWhelanTurnbullWhelanMalvaso Carolina Saenz Bailey Zimmer Published Weekly on Saturday PO BOX 99900 LA 012 395 STN MAIN PARIS, ON, CANADA N3L 0C3 Email: subscribe@theparisindependent.com
RCMP MUSICAL RIDE - The Burford Agricultural Society is excited to welcome the RCMP Musical Ride to the Burford Fairgrounds.
The RCMP Musical Ride consists of 32 riders and their horses. Their performance consists of intricate figures and drills choreographed
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 3 COMMUNITY CALENDAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY!- Join Fizz Soakery for a one-year anniversary party next Saturday, August 27th at their downtown store from 10 am to 6 pm. Cotton candy, face painting (12-2 pm only), surprise sales, free champagne, door prizes and donuts! Free event, everyone is invited to join in the fun. TAILGATE FOR CHARITY Wednesday August 31, hosted by Ayr Farmers Mutual. This community BBQ will raise funds for the Nutrition for Learning program. Drop by 2958 Greenfield Rd (North Dumfries Community Complex) between 12 to 4 pm to support the cause. Food, games, music and Fun! STREET JAMS - Downtown Paris BIA is hosting Thursday Night Lights with Paris Street Jams every Thursday & Sunday from 6pm to 8pm at the Cobblestone Commons on Thursdays and on William Street on Sundays
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 4 COMMUNITY NEWS
By Casandra Turnbull Brant County Council continues to address mounting traffic concerns in Paris’ downtown core and following a recent staff recommendation, they approved changes to the lights at Grand River Street North and William Street. Motorists will soon notice an advanced left turning signal allowing people to safely turn left from William Street to Grand River Street North without waiting for a very long line up of cars westbound waiting to turn right at the same intersection. In addition to the eastbound advanced green, four angled parking spaces in front of businesses on William Street will be removed to make room for two distinct lanes: a left turning lane and a straight through or right turning lane. These approved changes are in line with the county’s Brant Safe Streets Speed Control and Road Safety Strategy. As this intersection will be revamped during the future Changes approved for downtown intersection New advance green arrow and left turning lane expected to keep traffic moving through downtown core downtown reconstruction, but as an interim measure, these changes will be implemented Fundssoon. for this project will come from the existing Traffic Signal upgrade 2022 Capital Budget. It’s estimated cost comes in just under $20,000
Recent average annual daily traffic (AADT) showed approximately 20,000 vehicles travel Grand River Street N per day and on William St. approximately 10,000 vehicles per day Continued on page 5
Do you find waiting to turn left from William Street onto Grand River Street North to be frustrating at the best of times? Changes are coming! Last month council approved an advanced green arrow and a left turning lane at that intersection for eastbound traffic heading onto Grand River St N.
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 5 COMMUNITY NEWS Staff have previously reviewed this area and have made /conducted the following improvements (pictured right): Added a westbound right turn arrow phase Adjusted signal timings regarding vehicle and pedestrian Implementedtimings; countdown pedestrian signals; Added additional line Implementedmarkings; pedestrian audibles to improve pedestrian Implementedmovement; pedestrian Barnes Dance in order to provide pedestrian with their own Hadmovement;aconsultant to review this intersection and found that this intersection was running efficiently and effectively; Implement right turn restrictions to accommodate other movements; Revised existing parking restrictions near the intersection to improve vehicular staging and movement; - Implemented advance lane indication signs to provide motorists advance notice of the lane configurations More changes will be introduced to this intersection to help with traffic congestion.
Photo by Michelle Malvaso
Thanks to the generosity of local residents, and the efforts of Barb & Mark Gellner, 16 Ukrainian refugee families in this area received boxes of food and household supplies. Submitted photo They’ve been integral in collecting and shipping donations to Ukraine, and more recently have filtered those donations to Ukrainian refugees living in this area, according to Barb Throughout the two days, several refugee families visited the store to express their gratitude While there were some language barriers, Barb and Mark did have an opportunity to speak to one gentleman, with help from a translator He shared his family’s story with Barb “They had to hide in a fruit seller in their home because they did not have a basement February is very cold; I could only imagine how terrible it was When it was safe to leave, they fled They’re just so thankful to be here and to be alive,” said Barb
“Just reading everything in the news was very disturbing I couldn’t fathom what they’ve gone through,” said Barb as she empathetically tried to imagine what it would be like to leave everyone and everything behind just to survive. “I know there are different foundations to donate to, which is great, but we wanted to do more.”
Parisians generously donate to Ukrainian Refugee Food Drive
By Casandra Turnbull Mark & Barb Gellner watched in despair as Ukrainian families desperately fled their war torn country after Russia invaded Ukraine six months ago They knew they wanted to do something to help, so they did the only thing they knew they could they organized a food/collection drive last weekend at No Frills in BarbParis.works at No Frills, so she approached the owner, Nick, with permission to hold the event outside the Dundas Street East store To her surprise, Nick is Ukrainian, so he gave her his support and blessing.
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 6 COMMUNITY NEWS
Continued on page 7
So, for two days the Brantford couple sat under sunny skies to collect donations and thank Parisians for their generosity. Everything collected, from food to cash and gift cards, was donated to the Slavic Full Gospel Church in Brantford. The small church of approximately 50 parishioners, is composed of mostly Ukrainian and Russian families. Since the inception of the invasion, the church’s pastor has been very vocal in promoting peace and kindness within its congregation and that outpouring of compassion caught on like fire.
Continued from page 6
In addition to food, some shoppers stopped to talk to the Gellners and to arrange pick up and drop off household items and furniture. The generosity in Paris last weekend blew them both away. At the end of the two days, they donated a trailer full of food to the Slavic Full Gospel Church, which was divided into boxes of food and household items and delivered to 16 families in need. If you’d like to still make a donation you can reach Barb & Mark by email at gellnerbarb@gmail.co m or reach out to the Slavic Full Gospel Church at 519 209 3856. The municipal elections are fast approaching on October 24th . Candidates looking to run for council had to file their papers by yesterday. The candidates will be certified on Monday. Incumbent Mayor David Bailey will be in a three way mayoral race with David Swanson and Shawn Pratt, who registered just before the August 19th deadline. In Ward 1, incumbents John Wheat and John MacAlpine are registered, along with Jennifer Kyle and Jeannine Forbes. In Ward 2, Incumbent Steve Howes will campaign for a seat along with Lukas Oakley, Christina Speers, Faizan Baig and Jay Arora. Earlier this year, Councillor Marc Laferriere announced he would not seek re-election in Ward 2. Incumbents John Bell and John Peirce will run against newcomer Danny Teves in Paris’Ward 3 and it appears Robert Chambers and David Miller will be acclaimed in WardFinally,4. in Ward 5 incumbents Joan Gatward and Brian Coleman will face new candidates Mike Gatopoulos, Christine Garneau, John Starkey and Ella Haley. As the campaigns get under way shortly, the Paris Independent News Team wants to help you make an informed vote. Do you have questions you’d like answered before you mark your ballot? Submit your questions for consideration and each week, for four weeks leading up to the election, we will pose a series of questions, submitted by you, to each candidate to answer. We will publish their answers. This is your opportunity to address issues that relate to your quality of life in Brant County. You can submit questions by email, before September 10th to stories@theparisindependent.com you have questions you want to ‘Ask Candidates?’
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 7 COMMUNITY NEWS
the
Do
BRANT MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 8 COMMUNITY NEWS Click on the Lion to get your tickets today!
Suneeva Productions shoots commercial in Paris
Suneeva Productions used Optimist Park in Paris for the backdrop of one of its commercials. The Toronto based company that produces television commercials, was in town on Tuesday for most of the day to film a commercial at the Park, located off Catherine Street in the south end of town. It’s not uncommon for film companies to gravitate to the County of Brant for its natural beauty and serenity. In 2019 Walmart Canada filmed a “Paris Fashion Week” downtown on William Street beside the Arlington Hotel In 2017 Freedom Mobile filmed a commercial for the iPhone X and who can forget the Canadian Cheese commercial featuring Paris in 2015?
The County’s Economic Development and Tourism division initiated a Digital Media and Filming Strategy in 2020 to determine how they could both facilitate filming location requests as well as further develop the opportunities for positive economic and community impact from the growing film industry. Optimist Park before the crews arrived to set up location for their TV commercial shoot on Tuesday, and during production set up.
Photos by Chris Whelan
By Casandra Turnbull It’s no secret, the thrill of the rides, the smell of the fair foods, along with the excitement in the grandstands are a few reasons why people look forward to the annual Paris Fair. But if you dig deep to the root of the fair, you might stumble across one very important word: agriculture.
AGRICULTURE: The roots of the Paris Fair
“Agriculture is the root of the society,” explained Valerie Stone, a past Paris Fair Ambassador (2009) and the current Paris Agricultural Society (PAS) Homecraft Division president. “Ag brings the community together through exhibits, shows, education and entertainment. Whether you are entering your homemade raspberry jam, are in the six horse hitch, or watching and learning at a food demonstration, agriculture is at the heart,” she Stoneshared.knows
To help nurture that farm to fork connection, the PAS partners with agricultural organizations throughout the year like Brant County 4 H, Ontario Soil & Crop, Brant County Milk Producers, Brant Federation of Agriculture and Farm and Food Care Ontario to host their events. This allows local ag based industry leaders to network with PAS members to share their expertise and bring that expertise to an urban demographic. These same organizations play an integral role in the fair. Continued on page 10 Visit the Ag Awareness building to find cuties like this one pictured by Photographer Michelle Malvaso
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 9 INSIDE THE PARIS FAIR
a thing or two about agriculture. A resident of Paris her entire life, Stone showed a keen interest in agriculture at a very young age when she joined Brant 4-H. That, she said, fuelled her passion for agriculture, leadership and volunteerism. She carried on with the 4-H program after graduating from it in 2015 to become the chair of 4 H Canada from 2019 2021. She’s also the Pioneer Seed Territory Manager with Corteva Agriscience. Asked how agriculture plays and important role in the Paris Fair, she said, “One of the goals is to maintain the connection of farm to fork and provide those who don’t have the opportunity on a daily basis to learn where their food comes from.”
“We have a solid base of volunteers and members who are involved in the agricultural industry,” said Cheryl Muir, Manager of the PAS. She estimates there’s 50 ag-based professionals involved in the planning and execution of the fair, but hundreds of others participate in the fair in one way or another. “By utilizing the talents and knowledge of these generous people, we are able to continue to offer an agricultural program every day of the five days of programming,” said Muir. This year there will be cattle and equestrian shows four out of the five days. Shows are open to the public to watch and learn, said TheMuir.Ag
The Brant 4 H Association nurtures the connection youth in our community have with agriculture. They play an active role in the Paris Fair. Be sure to check out their 4 H Dairy show on Friday and 4 H Beef show on Saturday!
Continued
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 10 INSIDE THE PARIS FAIR
Awareness Building is solely dedicated to the promotion and education of agriculture. You can get up close to farm animals (remember no touching!), read about the importance of locally grown produce/crops and the kids will probably enjoy an array of farm-based activities and games. “We’re very excited to welcome a virtual reality element to the fair this year compliments of Farm & Food Care Ontario,” teased Muir. “As well as demonstrations using a robotic milking machine.” on page 11
The Brant 4 H Association members plays an important role the fair. They bring cattle, sheep and goats for their achievement shows. Stone urges the public to check out the 4 H Dairy show on Friday, the 4-H Beef show on Saturday or drop by the Ag Awareness building to find and chat with some 4H members.
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 11 INSIDE THE PARIS FAIR
September
Show September
September
4&
“Part of their final projects for clubs is to prepare a poster board that highlights what they have learned during the year. This is judged in the Curling Building during the Fair and displayed for all visitors to see and learn from,” said Muir. “Again, it’s important to support the youth in the ag industry as they are the farmers of tomorrow. Participating during the fair also gives them the opportunity to learn how the fair operates and perhaps become a future PAS member and volunteer,” Muir concluded. For a complete list of activities, day by day, visit https://wwwparisfairgrounds com/daily schedule/ Agriculture events to consider when you visit the fair!
It’s important to educate everyone on the farm to fork connection and it’s never too young to start. The Brant County 4H Association introduces youth to agriculture but also develops leadership, self confidence and communication skills in kids ages 6 through adulthood. 4 H started in the USA in 1901 by the president of a Farmer’s Institute in Missouri He offered a bag of corn seed to grow and show at the St. Louis Fair. He wanted to establish a youth component in agriculture and when over 500 boys asked for corn seed, it was clear the concept was a success. School authorities, parents and the agriculture industry loved this simple idea and it sparked the 4 H movement, which eventually planted roots in Canada in 1913.
September
September 1 6:15pm Brant Wentworth Holstein 2 10 am Brant County 4 H Dairy Show; 4 & 6 PM Cow Milking Demonstration 3 10 am Ontario Barrel Racing Competitions & Brant County 4 H Beef Club Show & Exhibit Buildings, Displays, and Vendors Open; 12pm Youth Horse and Pony Show 6 PM Cow DemonstrationMilking 4 10 am Goat Show and Ontario Barrel Racing Competitions; 4 & 6 pm Cow Milking Demonstration 5 9 am Heavy Horse Show, Sheep Show and Ontario Barrel Racing Competitions; 10 am Sheep Show; 12 pm Brant Norfolk Jersey Parish Show and 12:30 pm Western Ontario Ayrshire Show
The Paris Youth Softball U13 travel team brought home silver medals from the year end tournament in Embro at the end of July photo
The U13 Girls Travel Softball team entered the year end tournament seated fourth out of six teams but after a strong team effort, they ended the year as silver medalists! The two day tournament was held in Embro on July 23/24. Paris started the tournament off on Saturday with a nailbiter that went into extra innings to break the tie. Paris overcame Otterville 18 17. Up next was a tough Embro team who handed Paris its first loss of the tournament 11 5. Since the tournament was double knock out style, one more loss would send Paris home. The team rallied together to end the day with a strong 24 9 win over Innerkip#2. The following day, Paris faced Otterville again and took the 18 10 win that would once again pit them against Embro. Not wanting to go home, and out for a little redemption, Paris ended up overcoming their nemesis 9 6. “This game was a huge win for our team as we had not beat this team all season and this win put us into the championship game,” said Sarah Hyndman, assistant Itcoach.wasan uphill battle to the final game, playing several games back to back with only 15 minute breaks under severe heat. Paris put up a good fight but ended up losing the final game to Innerkip#1 18-7. “The girls played exceptionally well and we are so proud of them,” said Hyndman.
. Submitted
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 12 SPORTS Predators bring home silver from year-end tournament
Photo by Michelle Malvaso
Football season in Paris is officially underway at the end of this month.
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 13 SPORTS TOUCHDOWN!
Paris District High School Football Head Coach Steve Fergus put a call out this week for all Grade 9 and 10 athletes interested in Junior Football. Training camp takes place August 29 to September 2 at PDHS as the team gears up for another season with the hopes of building on last year’s junior success.
The Junior Panthers ended the regular season last year in second place with a 3-1 record - the highest finish in more recent PDHS football history. The team went on to a second-place finish losing 33-14 in the championship game to the AtColts.the time, Coach Fergus stated, “The coaches are satisfied that our Panthers gave everything they had in pursuit of the championship…. The 2022 season can't start soon enough. The Panthers, Juniors and Seniors, will be back!” Anyone interested in trying out can fill out forms online here and obtain camp and season dates and other important information. Players are asked to be at the field by 8:30 am each day of training camp. Practice will take place between 9am to 1 pm daily with intermittent time in the classroom.
Paris Panthers gearing up for the 2022 season
Paris lost to the Colts in the Championship Final last year. They hope to build on that success this season.
Kendra’s young career started with the girl’s club at Cambridge Golf Club. Next, she joined the Cambridge Cobras Girls’ Golf Team, coached by Carla Munch. It was during this time she learned the rules of the game, along with tournament style play, said her parents. Kendra moved on from the Cambridge club and started working with a new swing coach, James Skrypec, at the Deer Ridge Golf Club in 2020. Recently, she shifted her home club to Whistle Bear Golf Club, where she can take advantage of year-round training using the club’s heated hitting bays on the driving range, along with indoor hitting nets. She’s now under the mentorship of Swing Coach Chris Dickenson at the Whistle Bear Golf OutsideAcademy.of regular training, Kendra hones her skills and sportsmanship on several different tours the CJGA and within the Golf Ontario circuit. Continued on page 15 Paris’ Kendra Warden, pictured accepting a scholarship award she won while she was a member of the Cambridge Golf Club. Submitted photos
By Casandra Turnbull Seventeen year old Kendra Warden has a powerful drive to succeed in all aspects of her life, but also on the golf course Kendra is finishing her final year at Paris District High School before she leaves for Illinois next fall on a golf scholarship to Aurora University Years of hard work, determination and dedication are paying off for the Paris teen. Her determination and natural talent were obvious as early as 10 years old, according to her parents Jay and Mandy Warden. “We knew Kendra had great golf potential and a serious passion for the game. We increased her personal lessons along with more tournament play,” said Jay and Mandy, describing how they helped cultivate her talent.
SPORTS Paris athlete has drive and determination
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 14
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 15 SPORTS So why does she love the sport?
“My wife and I are beyond proud of all the accomplishments Kendra has made on the golf course this far in her young career,” said Jay. “I think we are most proud of how hard she works to keep her grades high, train for golf and be a phenomenal young lady to all the people around her ”
“The challenge is gives me day in and day out. It allows me to keep coming back and to continue to get better as a player,” Kendra shared. And what’s the strongest aspect of her game? “Long powerful drives,” she replied. Kendra’s talent isn’t just contained to 18 holes on a golf course. She also maintains honour roll grades in school, continues to maintain a rigorous training schedule to stay in good physical shape and supports a healthy relationship with her siblings, Nathan 21, Kayla 15 and Hayley 14. It’s a lot of responsibility for a young woman, but she looks forward to the challenge with the biggest obstacles yet to come. “Preparing to move away from family and friends, while keeping my grades at honour roll level,” will be her next challenge, she shared. “Also staying in shape and continually trying to improve my golf game,” she added. While at school, Kendra will study Sports Science and Athletic Training with the goal of becoming an athletic Totrainer.help pay for upcoming tournament entry fees and her annual membership fee at Whistle Bear before leaving for university, Kendra’s family is fundraising by collecting empty liquor and beer bottles/cans. They put a call out on social media last week for collection and said the fundraiser has already exceeded their expectations. Anyone interested in contributing can arrange a pickup with Jay, Mandy and Kendra by email: wardo165@msn.com.
Kendra golfs and trains year round. Her home club, Whistle Bear, is equipped with heated driving range pads and indoor facilities that allow her to continue to practice her swing. Pictured above, Kendra practices at the Callaway fitting centre.
As for Kendra, she couldn’t help but acknowledge coaches Carla Munch, James Skrypec and Chris Dickenson, for recognizing and helping to develop her game. Most importantly she said, “I would like to thank my family and especially my mom and dad for everything they have done and sacrificed along the way to make my dream become a reality.”
Frederick James "Mickey" Ion was born February 25, 1886 in Paris, Ontario, “Mickey” was a Canadian professional lacrosse player and ice hockey referee He was referee in chief of the Pacific Coast Hockey Association (PCHA) and later the referee in chief of the National Hockey League (NHL) He is an Honoured Member of the Hockey Hall of Fame
John Muckler (April 13, 1934 January 4, 2021) Born in Midland, Ontario in 1934,[1] and raised in Paris, Ontario, Muckler was a defenseman in the minor leagues for 13 seasons, playing the bulk of his career in the Eastern Hockey League (EHL). was a professional hockey coach and executive, who last served as the general manager of the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League (NHL). Muckler had over 50 years of professional hockey experience as a part owner, general manager, director of player personnel, director of hockey operations, head coach, assistant coach and player. He had been a part of five Stanley Cup championships in various roles. Walter Gretzky, (October 8, 1938 March 4, 2021) Although not technically from Paris, Gretzky lived in nearby Canning and attended Paris District High School where he was an athlete in his own right In track and field, he set school records in running, pole vault, and long jump He preferred hockey, and in his teens was a prolific goal scorer during five years of play with the Junior B level Woodstock Warriors He set his sights on the NHL, and some thought he was destined to make it there Walter Gretzy was a Canadian philanthropist who was best known as the father of Canadian ice hockey icon Wayne Gretzky Lord Mayor Walter contributed to minor hockey, and helped many local, provincial and national charities, for which he will be remembered
Paris Past By Chris Whelan The Paris Independent 16 LOCAL HISTORY August 20, 2022
Charles Joseph Sylvanus Apps, “Syl Apps” originally from Paris, Ontario CM (January 18, 1915 December 24, 1998),[1] was a Canadian professional ice hockey player for the Toronto Maple Leafs from 1936 to 1948, an Olympic pole vaulter and a Conservative Member of Provincial Parliament in Ontario. In 2017 Apps was named one of the '100 Greatest NHL Players' in history. Apps and wife Mary Josephine had five children, Joanne, Robert, Carol, Janet and son Syl Apps Jr. (the latter also played in the NHL). His granddaughter (daughter of Syl Jr.) Gillian Apps won the gold medal in the 2006 Winter Olympics, the 2010 Winter Olympics, and the 2014 Winter Olympics for Canada's women's ice hockey team, and his grandson Syl Apps III was a college hockey star at Princeton University and played four years in the minor leagues. His grandson Darren Barber won a gold medal at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics in the men's 8 in rowing. Barber is now a family doctor in Peterborough, Ont.
Paris has professionalproducedathletes since at least 1886
Kenneth George Ellacott (born in Paris March 3, 1959) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender. Ellacott played in the National Hockey League for the Vancouver Canucks in 1982 83. He played 12 games in the NHL, spending most of his professional career in the minor professional Central Hockey League with the Dallas Black Hawks and Montana Magic. Ellacott also played briefly for the Fredericton Express of the American Hockey League. His junior career was spent with the Peterborough Petes of the Ontario Hockey League.
Zac Dalpe (born November 1, 1989) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre who currently plays for the Charlotte Checkers in the AHL. Dalpe grew up playing minor hockey in his hometown of Paris, Ontario for the Paris Wolfpack. He later played for the Brantford 99'ers AAA club. Dalpe played in his first NHL game on October 7, 2010, after impressing the Hurricanes during training camp. Dalpe was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in the 2014 NHL Draft.On July 13, 2014, Dalpe signed a oneyear free agent contract with the Buffalo Sabres, with no offer from the Sabres he signed a one-year, two way contract with the Minnesota Wild on July 1, 2015.Dalpe made the Wild's opening night roster for the 2016 17 season. After recovering from a knee injury, Dalpe was reassigned to AHL affiliate, the Iowa Wild, before suffering a second knee injury. On February 27, 2017, Dalpe was placed on waivers; he was claimed by the Columbus Blue Jackets. He was immediately reassigned to the AHL to play with the Jackets' affiliate, the Cleveland Monsters. On June 9, 2017, the Blue Jackets re-signed Dalpe to a two-year, two-way contract extension. Dalpe started the 2017 18 season on the Blue Jackets' NHL roster before he was later returned to the Monsters after 12 games. During the 2018 19 season, while leading the Cleveland Monsters in goals and points, Dalpe was signed to a two-year, two-way extension to remain with the Blue Jackets on February 27, 2019.After five seasons within the Blue Jackets organization, on July 30, 2021, Dalpe left the club as a free agent and signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Florida Panthers, marking a return to play with affiliate and formerAHL club, the Charlotte Checkers Todd Brooker (Born in 1959 in Paris, Ontario) is an alpine ski racer and a ski TV commentator. Todd learned to ski and race at Blue Mountain, Ontario. Todd Brooker began skiing at 4 and by 12 was racing throughout Ontario and Québec. An extremely aggressive skier, he has experienced both spectacular wins and devastating injuries. Brooker was a member of the National Alpine ski team for 10 years from 1977 to 1987. In 1982 83 he won 2 World Cup events. He remained one of the world’s finest racers through 1986, competing at the 1984 Olympic Games at Sarajevo, winning a world cup in Japan (1985). In 1987 he was forced to retire after a serious knee injury sustained at one of the most memorable crashes in Canadian skiing history at Kitzbühel, Austria, site of his first World Cup victory. That year he received the Johnny F. Bassett Memorial Award, an honour bestowed on athletes of exceptional character, and In 1991, he was inducted into the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame. After retirement, he embarked on a successful career as a ski commentator. Since moving to the Blue Mountains with his family in 1987, he has been an active spokesperson for this area and everything it has to offer.
17The Paris Independent LOCAL HISTORY August 20, 2022
Dale Hall supporters greet him and the Bellwether Team as he arrived in Paris, the end of his 580km journey that raised $7,500 for the Salvation Army Food Bank. Photo by Carolina Saenz Omission: Last week’s article about the RCMP Musical Ride was also written By Carolina Saenz
By Carolina Saenz The Bellwether Bike Ride was a Dalesuccess!Hall started his fundraising bike ride at Parliament in Ottawa and journeyed to Forks of the Grand in Paris The 580 kilometre tour took place August 12 The14th.goal was to raise money for the Salvation Army Food Bank and he accomplished just that raising over $7,500 and AscountingHall rolled into Paris last Sunday, the final stop of his ride at Wincey Mills, supporters were gathered and ready to welcome him and congratulate him on the 580km feat. “I’m feeling great. I was able to pace myself appropriately during the ride and I really focussed on recovery every evening,” Hall shared He added that the ride was only possible with the support of the entire Bellwether team and his wife Taylor, who accompanied him throughout. “The most rewarding part about the ride was seeing the community come together to support our Food Bank. I just rode a bicycle, the community members who shared our journey and supported our campaign are the real people who deserve praise,” Hall explained. “I can’t thank the people who have donated enough. Their donations have made this event a success. While donations are the quantifiable marker for the event, we also need to acknowledge all of those who shared the event with their community. We’re aware that donations aren’t always possible, so all support has been greatly appreciated,” concluded Hall. Hall’s first attempt at a ride for awareness and funds for the food bank took place in 2020. He completed a 250 km loop in one day and raised a total of $3,400. He took the challenge an extra couple hundred kilometres this time around and set a goal of $10,000. He’s still accepting donations until the end of August to try and meet that financial goal. To donate please visit yaouSIQYcQEQE_co/?fbclid=IwARforpages/thehttps://www.canadahelps.org/en/bellwetherbikeridethesalvationarmy3G4S0L3Ja6a6kE3MmM4sQ1y5d9ibhYbgyB6jZgc53
Bellwether Bike Ride raises $7,500 for Salvation Army Food Bank
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 18 COMMUNITY NEWS ADVERT#4
Celebrate50thAnniversaryoftheParisMuseum andHistoricalSociety
The Paris Museum & Historical Society is a non profit organization that’s entirely volunteer operated, under the supervision of a board of directors. Its funding comes primarily from community grants, federal grants, provincial ministries and sometimes bequests from generous families. It’s the only organization in the province to house an archive, a museum and a historical society all under one roof. The society also collaborates with other community groups, the County of Brant, Agricultural Society, and Library to name a few, to share the history but also hosts a variety of educational outreach programs at local seniors’ homes, volunteer groups and social clubs. The Museum was founded by one of Paris’ most knowledgeable residents, the late Fred Bemrose. Nine civic minded residents held its first official meeting on November 23, 1972. If you’d like to learn more about the museum, or even win a chance to win a free family member to learn more about the community live in, drop by Lions Park on Sept. 18 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Follow their Facebook page here for updates.
The Paris Museum & Historical Society is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and you’re invited! The free event is open to the public as they host an ‘Afternoon in the Park’ at Lions Park on September 18th . They’re inviting everyone to enjoy some live music by Two of a Kind, listen to history shared by Bob Hasler, view artifacts, including a display by the Canadian Industrial Heritage Centre, and engage in some historical conversation with local historians in period costume.
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 19 COMMUNITY NEWS
For most of us in the Western world, the word Yoga conjures up images of people doing bendy-like poses. While there is a place for the poses, there is so much more to Yoga. In fact, the poses (also known as asanas) are a very tiny part of Yoga. There are seven other aspects of Yoga that, when added to the asanas, create a design for living. For centuries, these eight aspects of Yoga were taught directly from teacher to student. Around the second century BC, a sage and scholar named Patanjali put these teachings into written word which became known as the Yoga Sutras. Simply put, the writings of Patanjali outlined a plan to help still the mind and find a way to live from a place of authenticity, peace and serenity. He referred to this path as being Ashtanga Yoga. Loosely translated in Sanskrit, Ashta means Eight and Anga means Limbs. And so, we have the Eight Limbs of Yoga which I am briefly describing below. Yamas – The Yamas are ethical guidelines to help in our interaction with others. There are five Yamas which boil down to things we learned in Kindergarten: practice nonviolence in thought, word and deed, tell the truth, don’t steal, use your energy wisely and with intention, avoid excess or overindulgence and remember that you are enough and you have everything you need.
HEALTHY
LIFESTYLE
Yoga Moment with Heidi Pfleger
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 20
Beyond the mat: The eight limbs of Yoga
Asana As mentioned earlier, Asana refers to the physical postures practiced in Yoga. Physical poses were basically practiced to strengthen and prepare the body and mind for seated meditation. If you’ve ever tried to sit in meditation for a period of time, you likely know how hard it is for your body to stay comfortably seated as well as how challenging it is for your mind not to wander. Regular practice of the asanas makes meditation much easier.
Niyamas The Niyamas are practices that help develop self discipline and self study. There are five Niyamas that focus on cleanliness, living contentedly as well as practicing willpower, self-discipline and self-reflection.
Continued on page 21
Paris Independent contributing health columnist Heidi Pfleger hosted Yoga in the Park sessions Monday nights throughout the month of July in support of Friends of the Little Free Pantry. Her initiative raised $215 which was used to purchase groceries to restock the Little Free Pantry, located beside the Optimist Club on Elm Street in Paris. Community volunteers who maintain the pantry sent Heidi a big thank you for her generosity. “Our community is blessed to have people like you who care so much,” said one volunteer. If you’d like to donate some non perishables, produce or household items to support families in need, the pantry is always open.
Samadhi - Samadhi is most commonly known as the state of ecstasy or divine bliss It is associated with a sense of transcendence where one feels connected to a place where “all things are one and all is well.”
Pranayama Many people refer to this as being the practice of various breathing techniques While that may be true in its most basic form, it is important to recognize that, in Sanskrit, prana refers to a vital life force or energy. This means that, when practicing pranayama, we are doing more than breathing in oxygen. Pranayama addresses an exchange of life energy and, when practiced with discipline, leads to improved concentration, clarity, creativity and overall well being.
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 21
Even though we were rained out for two of the six classes, we were still able to raise $215 for a most worthwhile cause
Pratyahara In today’s society, we are constantly bombarded with external stimuli. Driving through town we see houses, businesses, street signs and countless signs advertising for business. Even surfing the internet leads to an overload of information and advertising on just one screen and many of us tend to use more than one screen when using our computer. Pratyahara is the practice of withdrawing from all of the external stimuli and drawing your senses inward so that you can connect with what’s happening inside. Setting aside 5-10 minutes each day to sit or lay quietly with your eyes closed is a great way to start practicing Pratyahara.
LIFESTYLE
Needless to say, achieving Samadhi is a very lofty goal and one that, I believe, all of us are seeking. As the saying goes, there are many paths that lead to the same destination Yoga is just one of the paths and it is one that has certainly served me well. If you are interested in learning more about Yoga, both on and off the mat, please feel free to contact me at 519 755 1447 or email heidi@yogawithheidi ca
In closing, I want to thank the yogis in our community for supporting me in my Yoga in the Park fundraiser for our local Little Free Pantry
HEALTHY
Dhyana - Dhyana is the state of awareness that has no judgment or attachment It is a peaceful, meditative state that some of us experience from time to time without realizing it Examples are when we are so engrossed in the present moment that we lose track of time
Dharana - Dharana is the practice of intense concentration and typically involves y focusing on one object. The flame of a candle is a great way to start the practice of Dharana. Start with just a few minutes each day and when you notice thoughts arising, recognize them then let them go, knowing you can always go back to those thoughts later. Trying to force thoughts away will only make return and vie for your attention with greater force.
The Brant Community Healthcare System Foundation (BCHSF) sends a big thank you to the Calendar Club Canada! Pictured to the right, clockwise from top left: Emma Evenden (L), Calendar Club Content Creator and Community Specialist, presented BCHSF Development Officer Shanna Dunlop with an assortment of amazing activity packs for patients at the Brant Community Healthcare System. BCHS staff were thrilled to receive these to support patients in Mental Health, Pediatrics and Recreational Therapy programs. Thank you Calendar Club for this generous donation that will brighten the days of many patients during their time in hospital. BCHS Foundation photo Calendar club donation will go to in-patients at the Brantford General
Backlog at BGH continues – be prepared to wait or seek alternate care
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 22 HEALTH NEWS
The Brantford General Hospital continues to experience high levels of patient activity which may cause wait times to be longer than normal. The BCHS is asking the public to please be patient and kind to employees and professional staff as they continue to work tirelessly to provide you with the care that you need. If you are not experiencing a medical emergency, please consider alternate options for care in the community (see chart to the right).
Cancer: June 21 - July 22 (Water)You are tired Social demands have drained you physically, emotionally and mentally. You are healing this week. Make time to do things that bring you complete peace By the end of the week you will be back to work and back to yourself.
er/?ref=page_internal
Gemini: May 21 - June 20 (Air)You are feeling very intelligent this week What will you do with this? You feel torn in making your new ideas known at work. You have to build confidence to make things happen for you. That new confidence will then start to attract new love interests.
Capricorn: December 22 - January 19 (Earth)- Past trauma will surface this week. Please take the time to deal with it finally You want to ignore these feelings, but you need to face them so you can move on to a happier place in your life You will get support from loved ones You are not ever alone.
Aquarius: January 20February18 (Air)- Epic love story The energies around you can bless you with a love like no other. You want this in your life. So do not pass this by because you believe that things may be too good to be true. You deserve this in your life. Your social life needs a spark of adventure
Horoscopes with Tina EnergyGrazianoReader
Leo: July 23 August 22 (Fire) Lucky in love. You are able to create a dream relationship and be truly happy By mid week you will feel very blessed in every area of your life. Your career will come into focus and with that you could create something beautiful. Virgo: August 23 - September 22 (Earth)- You feel confused. Someone you trust is lying to you. You want the truth, but emotionally you are too tired to confront them. You will instead choose to work harder and keep going. Watch out, this will burn you out quickly The truth will come out regardless of how you decide to deal with it.
Libra: September 23 - October 22 (Air)- Your daydreaming is going to pay off this week. You are capable of getting all you want Take the opportunity that comes to you halfway through this week. If you want real love in your life then you need to go out and take it
Pisces: February 19 - March 20 (Water) You want a clear life path. You have to put in a little more work Making lists of your ideas is a great start But if you're not willing to put the physical work in, then nothing will change anytime soon.
Taurus: April 20 - May 20 (Earth)Building a strong foundation is important to you. You want to build a stronger life to have more security in love and career. The magnetic energy floating around you makes this more than possible, but you have to take it and use it properly.
Tina Graziano was born an energy reader. She uses her gifts to heal and guide others as a life coach. If you need support and insight in life, contact Tina for an energy reading directly online at https://www.facebook.com /Tina.Graziano.Energy.Read
August 20, 2022The Paris Independent 23 ASTROLOGY Aries: March 21 April 19 (Fire) Very satisfied. You have put great energy into your love life lately. It is now starting to pay off. You are building something magical. When you get a moment, get your head out of the clouds and put some of that magic into your career to make extra money.
Scorpio: October 23 November 21 (Water)- You are very defensive. People are getting on your nerves You need to take a little vacation. Find quiet moments to reflect on the last couple months. Where do you want to go next? You want more security in finance and love. This will take a lot of work.
Sagittarius: November 22December 21 (Fire) Believe You can manifest amazing things. The planets align for your greater good. Your love life will demand clear communication Your career wants more attention from you also. Find a way to balance these needs so you do not become overwhelmed.
Showtimes for Galaxy Cinemas Brantford For Saturday August 20, 2022 Beast 11:20a.m. 1:50p.m. 4:20p.m. 6:50p.m. 9:30p.m. Bullet Train 12:00p.m. 3:10p.m. 6:30p.m. 9:40p.m.
DC
Nope
Super:
Top Gun: Maverick 12:15p.m. 3:25p.m. 6:35p.m. 9:35p.m.
Thor: Love and Thunder 12:45p.m. 3:45p.m. 6:40p.m. 9:50p.m. League of Super-Pets 12:20p.m. 4:00p.m. 7:00p.m.
Dragon Ball Super Hero 11:30a.m. 2:10p.m. 4:50p.m. 7:30p.m. 10:00p.m.
Elvis
Minions: The Rise of Gru 1:20p.m. 3:50p.m. 6:20p.m. 12:50p.m. 3:00p.m. 6:10p.m. 9:20p.m. Easter9:00p.m.Sunday 9:55p.m. Secret of NIMH 11:00a.m. https://www.theoxforddrivein.com
The
The Paris Independent 24
August 20, 2022
