The Kawartha Promoter - April 5, 2024 - Volume 34 Issue 7

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OVER THE BACK FENCE

I’ve been hearing about the disruptions at City of Kawartha Lakes Council meetings caused by the Kawartha Freedom Group, who now call themselves Kawartha First Nation. So I went online and watched a couple of their videos, both from Council meetings and other propaganda.

I was unaware that there was such a thing as Kawartha First Nation, so I reached out to a few of the local experts on Indigenous issues.

Dave Mowat, former chief of Alderville First Nation told us he had “heard the name” of one of the individuals but doesn’t know anything else. He did add, “How this man thinks the ‘Chief of Kawartha First Nation’ has some form of authority over the City of Kawartha Lakes, and where he derives it from, would be of great interest to the sitting Williams Treaties First Nations Chiefs.”

responsibility for establishing a new First Nations band. I would think if this group had gone through this process, there would be recognition of it, but I was unable to find any public record of its official status. You can’t just decide to call yourself a “First Nation.”

I have a real problem with anyone who uses an affiliation with any group, especially Indigenous People, as a way to make headlines and force their own agenda. And that seems to be what this group is doing.

The actions of the group during Council meetings have shades of the rebellion in Washington after youknow-who lost the U.S. election. Our public officials, and our system, should not be subjected to this outrageous hostile demonstration.

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From a quick Google search, the Minister of Indigenous Services has

I believe in free speech, but when it takes on the form of verbal abuse, harassment in public chambers, and skulking around the homes of local elected officials, there has to be a line drawn.

If you want to fight with City Hall, there are ways to do it without this type of disrespectful behaviour. City

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City Hall

CKL REWARDED FOR HOUSING

Ontario is providing Kawartha Lakes with $1,566,177 in funding through the Building Faster Fund after the municipality made substantial progress towards meeting its 2023 housing target, breaking ground on a total of 431 new housing units last year.

“I want to congratulate Kawartha Lakes and all municipalities that have worked hard to get shovels in the ground faster,” said Matthew Rae, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. “Our challenge to these municipalities now is to redouble their efforts to build more homes than ever before so we can improve affordability and keep the dream of homeownership alive in Ontario. Our government will be there to support you every step of the way, including through our recent budget investment of more than $1.8 billion in housingenabling infrastructure.”

Announced in August 2023, the Building Faster Fund is a three-year, $1.2 billion program that is designed to encourage municipalities to address the housing supply crisis. The fund rewards municipalities that make significant progress against their targets by providing funding for housing-enabling and community-enabling infrastructure. Funding is provided to municipalities that have reached at least 80 per cent of their provincially assigned housing target for the year with increased funding for municipalities that exceed their target.

“In 2023, our dedicated Housing Pledge Team, which includes both staff and council members, united to achieve 90 per cent of our housing target,” said Doug Elmslie, Mayor of Kawartha Lakes. “We remain steadfast in our commitment to meet this year’s goal and to approve housing solutions for needs across the entire housing spectrum. Thanks to the $1.5 million in funding from our provincial partner and MPP Laurie Scott, we are now in a strong position to advance the necessary infrastructure to facilitate housing approvals.”

The Building Faster Fund includes $120 million for small, rural and northern municipalities to help build housing-enabling infrastructure and prioritize projects that speed up the increase of housing supply.

RECYCLING RESPONSIBILITY IN CKL

Residential recycling collection in Kawartha Lakes is now being provided by Circular Materials under a new province-wide system that shifts the responsibility of recycling programs to the producers of recycling waste (packaging).

The municipality will no longer provide recycling collection or recycling customer service to the community, those services will now be the responsibility of Circular Materials and the collector

they’ve hired for recycling collection in Kawartha Lakes, Miller Waste.

Please note, at this time, there are no changes in recycling services for residents. Your recycling collection will remain the same day and there won’t be any difference as to what you can or can’t recycle.

Blue box (container) and green box (paper/fibre) recycling will continue to be collected on alternating weeks on the same collection day that residents are already accustomed to.

For recycling collection and processing services in Kawartha Lakes, Circular Materials has hired Miller Waste, the same company that the municipality was already using for recycling curbside collection and processing. By utilizing the same recycling collector that the municipality was already using, Circular Materials isn’t expecting any major issues as the municipality transitions to extended producer responsibility (EPR) recycling.

Please contact Miller Waste for inquiries related to missed pick ups, bin replacements, or general recycling questions by calling 1-888-557-4711 or emailing kawarthalakes@millerwaste.ca.

FIRE BANS IN PLACE

The City of Kawartha Lakes and Municipality of Trent Lakes have instituted their annual fire bans.

Kawartha Lakes

Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service has issued their annual municipal-wide April burn ban. During this period, all Regular Annual Burn Permits will be temporarily suspended, in adherence to both April’s annual burn ban and any municipal-wide burn bans in effect.

Fire Chief Terry Jones highlighted the necessity of the need for an April burn ban, stating, “Despite any remaining snow or potential spring run-off, the risk of rapid fire spread due to dry grass and debris remains significant in the month of April. This burn ban is vital in minimizing risk to residents and firefighters.”

According to Section 8.03 of By-Law 2016-110, individuals violating the burn ban may face charges under the Provincial Offences Act and will be liable for associated fire suppression costs.

Trent Lakes

In the Municipality of Trent Lakes, there is no daytime burning between 8am to 6pm until October 31.

If you are planning on having an open air burn in Trent Lakes between 6pm and 8am, you must have a burn permit. A burn permit is free and is valid until December 31 of the year you obtained it.

You need a burn permit for campfires, burn barrels, and outdoor open air fireplaces. You do not need a burn permit for certified propane and natural gas firepits, fire tables or barbeques that are TSSA approved.

You can get a burn permit and find more information through the Municipality’s website at www.trentlakes.ca.

NOMINATE A HERO

The Kawartha Lakes Environmental Advisory Committee (KLEAC) is looking for nominations for the 2023 Environmental Hero Awards. Each year, the Committee recognizes individuals, businesses and students living in Kawartha Lakes who have shown a commitment to improving the wellness of the environment.

“The Environmental Hero Awards are a chance for residents to nominate environmental change-makers in Kawartha Lakes and bring attention to the amazing work they’re doing to help the environment,” said Councillor Pat Warren, KLEAC Council Representative. Winners will receive a certificate from the Mayor and their project will be included in a KLEAC presentation to Council.

Applications are now open online and will close on May 14, 2024. To be nominated for an award, the nominee must fit the following criteria:

Environmental Hero

• A resident(s) of Kawartha Lakes;

• Working to address an environmental issue in 2023; and,

• Acting to influence change for the benefit of the environment without any expectation of reward.

Environmental Business Hero

• A business from Kawartha Lakes that is working to address an environmental issue in 2023;

• Making an outstanding environmental contribution within Kawartha Lakes;

• Acting successfully to influence change for the benefit of the environment without any expectation of reward; and,

• To accept the award, the recipient must reside in Kawartha Lakes.

Environmental Student Hero

• A student or group of students who have participated in a project that demonstrates a commitment to improve or change the environment;

• Applicants must be students and residents in Kawartha Lakes, including Kindergarten to Grade 12 and post-secondary students;

• Applicants must submit project documentation including photographs and records of progress; and,

• The project must be completed during the 2023 or 2024 school years.

For more details on the awards and to apply, visit the Kawartha Lakes Environment page at kawarthalakes. ca.

“At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.”

Our Local ROYAL CANADIAN Legion News

For hall rentals or more information about ongoing activities, please call the individual Legion Branch. We welcome submissions to editor@thepromoter.ca. Deadline for the next issue is Wednesday, April 17,2024

Branch 77 Lakefield (705) 652-7988

• April 13 – ‘Spring Fling’ – 1 to 6pm – Open Mic

Karaoke

• April 21 – Big Bux Bid Euchre – 1:30 to 5pm - $10 per player

• Mondays – Bingo – 7pm – Age of Majority event

• Tuesdays – Darts – 7:30pm

• Thursdays – Shuffleboard – 1pm

• Thursdays – Darts – 7pm

• Fridays – Snooker – 1pm

• Fridays – Shuffleboard – 7pm

• Saturdays – Weekly Meat Draws – 4pm

• 3rd Saturday – Veterans’ Coffee Club –10am to 12 noon

• Call 705-652-7988 for current events

Branch 239 Bobcaygeon (705) 738-2710

• April 6 – Music in the Club Room – Gord Kydd

• April 13 – Progressive Euchre – 6 to 9pm

• April 20 – Music in the Clubroom – Vintages – 6 to 9pm

• April 27 – Progressive Euchre – 6 to 9pm

• April 29 – Big Buck Euchre – 11am

• Wednesdays – Seniors’ Chair Fitness - 9am

• Wednesdays – Drop-in Darts – 7pm

• Thursdays – Drop-in Shuffleboard – 6:30pm

• Sundays – BBQ & Music – 1pm

Branch 441 Kinmount (705) 488-3462

• Wednesday - Darts - 7:30pm - $5

• Fridays - Bingo - $500 Progressive jackpot; $300 must go each week

• Saturdays - Meat Draw - Weekly at 5pm

Branch 497 Omemee (705) 799-5095

• April 7 – Meat Roll – 1pm to 4pm

• April 13 – Swans’ Craft Sale – 9am to 3pm

• April 20/21 – Omemee Craft Sale – 9:30am to 3pm

• April 27 – Gunslingers Dance – 7 to 11pm – Tickets

$20 includes light meal, door prize, 50/50 draw

• Tuesdays – Mixed Doubles Darts for Members – Cost

$5 – arrive 7pm, play begins 7:30pm

• Thursdays – Mixed Team Darts for Members – Cost

$5 – arrive 7pm, play begins 7:30pm

• Once a month – Legion Dances – 7pm to 11pm. Tickets are $15 per person which includes entertainment, a light meal, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle.

Branch 519 Coboconk (705) 454-8127

• Tuesdays – Soup & Sandwich Lunch – 11:30am to 1:15 pm. One soup and a choice of sandwich $9 – sold separately $4 for soup and $5 for sandwich.

• Tuesdays – Euchre – 1pm

• Tuesdays – Open Darts – 7pm

• Ongoing – Silent Auctions – plenty of new and gently-used articles are up for silent auction in the club room and are refreshed every two weeks. Stop in to check it out.

For more information or to register for events, call The Legion at 705-799-5095

• 2nd Monday – General Meeting at 7:30pm – no meetings in January and February

• 1st Wednesday – Big Buck Euchre – 11am - $15 per person

• Saturdays – Meat Roll – 3pm

Branch 184 Woodville & District (705) 439-2397

• 3rd Sunday of each month – Country Music Jam.

• Tuesdays - Country Line Dancing Lessons – 7 to 9pm - $10 per person

Branch 67 Lindsay (705) 324-2613

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• 4th Thursday – Luncheon – 11:30am to 1pmServing soup, sandwich and dessert with tea or coffee. $10pp. Take out orders, please call 705-439-2397.

WATCHING THE SOLAR ECLIPSE

On Monday, April 8, at 2pm, the moon will align perfectly between the Earth and the Sun, causing a solar eclipse. Officials are warning that watching it without protection can cause retinal burns, blurred vision or loss of eyesight. Experts also say you should not look at the eclipse with a camera or binoculars. But there are a couple of ways to see it safely.

• Pinhole “projector”: According to NASA, the homemade option features a small opening (for example, a hole punched in an index card) and projects an image of the Sun onto a nearby surface. With the Sun at your back, you can then safely view the projected image. But they advise to NOT look at the Sun through the pinhole.

• Special eclipse glasses: A quick search of amazon. ca brought up several options. The experts say that the glasses should be ISO Certified Safe and to not use regular sunglasses, no matter how dark.

• Online sites: The internet will be a safe place, as well. There are several sites that will be offering live streaming of the eclipse including Space.com and science.nasa.gov. Check them out for specific times for viewing. You can also check out the Peterborough Astronomical Association’s website to see if the hobbyists are gathering to show off the eclipse with their telescopes equipped with special solar filters. You can find them at www.peterboroughastronomy.com.

SEASONAL RESIDENT WINS BIG PRIZE

A family from Toronto, who have been seasonal residents in the Kawartha Lakes for years, has won the Split the Pot Lottery grand prize of just over $646,000. When Bill bought tickets for the multi-hospital lottery, in Kawartha Lakes organized by Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation, he chose them as his charity partner.

Bill said, “I have been a seasonal resident in the

Lindsay area all of my life. As a senior citizen, one of the key reasons we continue to reside in the area is because we have such a great hospital nearby. When I read about the Split the Pot lottery, I thought it was another great opportunity to support the hospital.”

“We were thrilled to hear that the lucky winner of the Split the Pot grand prize chose the Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation as his hospital charity partner,” said Erin Coons, RMH Foundation CEO. “We couldn’t be happier for Bill and his family. This is truly a lifechanging win! We’re very fortunate to have a vibrant cottage community in Kawartha Lakes – people who consider the Ross to be their hospital, too. We can all ensure our hospital is equipped to care during times of need.”

The RMH Foundation is grateful to everyone who bought tickets for the Split the Pot hospital lottery and selected the Ross. This lottery is yet another way people can help fund medical equipment and critical hospital needs that are not covered by government funding.

The RMH Foundation is one of 51 Ontario hospital foundations participating in the Split the Pot lottery, which is a spin on a traditional 50/50, with 50 percent of ticket sales (100 percent of the jackpot) distributed to 13 grand prize winners, and the remaining 50 percent of ticket sales directly supporting participating hospitals.

The Ross benefits when people choose the RMH Foundation when purchasing their tickets, or when they choose ‘All Hospitals’. This online lottery is operated by Ascend Fundraising Solutions and hosted (licensed) by the Grand River Hospital Foundation.

For more information or to learn about future lotteries, visit www.splitthepot.ca.

TALENTED YOUNG PEOPLE AT GLOBUS

Come out and see some very talented youngsters as Globus Theatre’s Youth Winter Arts Program presents The Canterbury Tales, originally written by Geoffery Chaucer and adapted by Lindsay Price. Under the direction of Rebecca Anne Bloom, this company of youth and young adults will bring to the Globus Theatre stage a modern spin on the 14th century classic.

A group of travellers set out from London to Canterbury on a pilgrimage to visit the shrine of St. Thomas Becket at the Canterbury Cathedral. To pass the time they entertain each other with a storytelling contest. Best story wins a prize! From the Miller’s tale to the Prioress’, characters come alive on this unforgettable journey. Who is crowned the winner? Well, that is yet to be decided.

Considered one of the most important pieces of English literature, the original text by Chaucer comprises of 24 tales written in Middle English, between 1387 and 1400. Now 13 young people will bring it to life in a 21st Century English, full-length adaptation, taking on over 30 different characters and numerous costume changes in the process.

“This is my favourite type of work to do in the theatre industry,” said Bloom. “What starts as simply a script, gradually changes and transforms after every rehearsal. All these young people have brought forward

Photo cutline: Erin Coons of the Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation celebrates with Laura (Bill’s daughter), Bill B., Debbie (Bill’s wife), and Adam (Bill’s son-in-law)

their creative ideas for the characters, costumes, set pieces and scenes, making this a fully collaborative production. The Canterbury Tales is very MontyPython-esque and I know audiences will enjoy this fantastic story, told with theatrical flair!”

You won’t want to miss this hysterical, high-energy play full of spirited jokes, exuberant adventure, and maybe a dance number or two. The Canterbury Tales is guaranteed to make you smile, laugh and cheer, so be sure to get your tickets.

Performances take place April 19 and 20 at 7pm. Tickets are $10 each plus HST. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.globustheatre.com or call the Globus Theatre Box Office at 705-738-2037.

BIRD OF THE YEAR

Saving bird lives starts with local action. In the last 50 years, North American bird populations have dropped by more than 25 percent. Birds face many dangers in our cities and towns, like being caught by house cats, flying into windows, or getting hit by cars. These are all dangers we can help prevent.

A Bird Friendly City is a community where threats to birds are reduced, nature is restored so native bird populations can thrive, residents are actively engaged in admiring and monitoring local bird populations, and organizations host events to protect birds. When a city gets certified as Bird Friendly, it means they’ve met important standards to keep birds safe.

Vote for your favourite bird to be named Bird Friendly Kawartha Lakes 2024 Bird of the Year. There will be two rounds of voting. The first round will close on Migratory Bird Day, May 11, 2024. The top five birds will move on to the second round of voting, which will close on June 28.

You can choose from:

• Northern Cardinal

• Black-capped Chicadee

• American Goldfinch

• Barred Owl

• Red-winged Blackbird

• Tree Swallow

• Eastern Loggerhead Shrike

• Osprey

• Downy Woodpecker

• Blue Jay

• Barn Swallow

During the second round of voting, the Bird Friendly Peterborough and Kawartha Lakes social media accounts will feature fun facts about each of the five birds and why they’re important to our community. We can all get to know our feathered friends better, by learning unique facts like:

The Cambridge Street Baptist Church in Lindsay is seeking an ordained pastor to fulfill a part-time position to lead our congregation in worship and related duties to assist in the ongoing operation of our church.

Interested parties are invited to submit their written application with resume by email to harold.jessup@sympatico.ca by April 20th.

• How to identify each bird among similar-looking species

• How to identify each bird by sound, nest and eggs

• The history and best habitat for each bird

• The main threats to each bird species and ways we can reverse them

You can vote now online at www.kawarthalakes. ca. The official “Bird of the Year”, as voted by you, will be revealed on June 30.

EDUCATION SURVEY

The Trillium Lakelands District School Board (TLDSB) Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) has launched a survey to better understand students’ and their families’ experiences with Individual Education Plans (IEP).

The Learning About the IEP Experience Survey, a SEAC initiative, supports the findings from the Board’s recent Special Education Review. The review took place throughout the 2022-2023 school year and engaged students, families, administrators, community partners, and special education staff. This data gathering process was focused on helping the Board align its actions with its intentions related to equity, inclusive practices, and high expectations. To view the final review report, visit the Board’s Special Education page at www.tldsb.ca.

“In TLDSB, we are committed to ensuring that high-quality programs and services are in place for all students with special education needs,” said TLDSB director of education, Wes Hahn. “The Learning About the IEP Experience Survey was developed as a way for TLDSB to gather input about the IEP process, to ensure we are meeting the needs of our students and their families.”

Until April 12 12, two surveys will be conducted: one for parents/guardians, and one for students. Parents/guardians of a student(s) with an IEP will receive the survey via email and are encouraged to complete one survey per student online. Paper copies are available upon request by contacting your child’s school. Grade 7 to 12 students with an IEP will receive the survey via email and are encouraged to complete the survey by the closing date of Friday, April 12.

This survey is confidential and anonymous. Individual responses will be compiled and provided to SEAC and the Board with no identifiable information. Along with the Special Education Review and other resources, the data collected throughout the survey will help to inform priorities and next steps to ensure the system has the right programs and services in place to support students with special needs.

“The TLDSB SEAC completed a similar survey in 2018 and 2020,” explained superintendent of learning responsible for Special Education Services, Jennifer Johnston. “The results from past surveys assisted the committee with recommendations that have since been successfully implemented to enhance the student experience.”

Ontario school boards are required to have a SEAC. The role of SEAC is to make representation to the Board in respect to any matter affecting the establishment, development, and delivery of special education programs and services for exceptional students of the

Board. Visit the SEAC page on the Board’s website to learn more about the TLDSB committee. You can also visit the Board’s Special Education page to learn more about IEPs and the programs and services available to students in TLDSB.

TAKE AN ART COURSE

We all have a creative side, and for many that means painting or photography. The Kawartha Arts Network has a variety of upcoming workshops that can help find that artist in you no matter your age.

Their courses include Abstract Watercolours, Children’s Acrylics, Children’s Wool Painting and Children’s Watercolours. Fees vary as do experience levels.

Check it out at www.kawarthaarts.ca.

POWER AND SONG AT THE MUSEUM

The Kirkfield Museum is hosting two events in the coming weeks that you may find of interest.

• Sunday, April 14 – Solar Power for Farm and Home. Sponsored by BTW Electronics, this event will provide information about Solar and Standby Power System Solutions. Admission is by donation and a light refreshments will be served.

• Saturday, April 27 – ReUnion Choir. This talented group will provide a special musical performance at 7pm. Admission is by donation and light refreshments will be available after the show.

prenatal and postpartum care, group parenting classes and art therapy. All services offered are eligible for Direct Insurance Billing.

The three founders are all working mothers and share a goal of offering the community a natural healthcare solution, encompassing a holistic approach to health. With The Well Body Group, they have created a place where people can come with any health issue, be assessed on an individualized basis

The Kirkfield Museum is located at 992 Portage Road in Kirkfield. You can find out more online at kirkfieldhistoricalsociety.com.

NATURAL WELLNESS CLINIC

After a successful year in Fenelon Falls, The Well Body Group will be opening a clinic in Bobcaygeon. Named The Well Body Group Family Centre, it will offer most of the same services currently offered in Fenelon Falls. As well, this location will have more specialized care for families and children including

and have access to health professionals that can address all aspects of the underlying causes feeding into the problem. They offer the resources to address anything from pain, illness and disease to mental health care to general preventative care in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The Well Body Group Family Centre is located at 174 Main Street and will open on April 8. You can find them online at www.thewellbodygroup.com or call 705-887-1795.

MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU

Submitted by Dean Michel

Residents in the Coboconk area are preparing for a chilly dip once again to support the Coboconk and Area Foodbank.

The Fifth Annual Jump in the Lake Challenge takes place Saturday, May 4 and is dedicated to fighting hunger in our community.

All donations support the Coboconk and Area Food Bank (CAFB). The CAFB supports the communities of Norland, Kirkfield and Coboconk and surrounding areas.

According to CAFB chairperson, Amy Alfredsson, at a time when food prices are at an all-time high, food insecurity is also at an all-time high in our community. “The majority of clients who have registered in the past six months are families with children and are also households who have lived here for years,” said Alfredsson. “We are 100% volunteer operated so money donated goes mainly to food and supplies. We appreciate your much needed support!”

Since its inception in 2020, more than 100 participants and generous donors in the Jump in the Lake Challenge have raised over $150,000 for our local community. This year’s goal is $20,000.

Unlike organized Polar Bear dips that happen in one central location, this exciting event takes place off each participant’s dock or waterfront location of their choice.

“The Jump in the Lake Challenge embodies our strong community spirit. Year after year we are absolutely thrilled with how such a small action by a number of people has the ability to transform and inspire a small community,” said organizer Dean Michel. “This year’s event promises to be out of this world. It’s a lot of fun for a fantastic cause.”

For more information and to get involved as a participant or donor, visit www.kawarthalakeside. com.

LITTER CLEANUP

The City of Kawartha Lakes is bringing back the 20-Minute Community Clean-up campaign during Earth Week (April 21 to 27). Get together with your neighbours, community group, sports team and/ or family to do a clean-up anytime that week. The City will provide clear garbage bags and gloves to participants. Groups or individuals planning a 20-Minute Community Clean-up can register online at www.kawarthalakes.ca/EarthWeek or in person at the

Lindsay, Bobcaygeon or Omemee Municipal Service Centres.

The municipality will consult with each group to determine the best method of waste disposal. Tipping fees will be waived for any registered participant that chooses to dump their group’s collected garbage at one of our landfills.

As you venture out into the warmer spring weather to explore the natural beauty of Kawartha Lakes, please help do your part by not littering and by reporting any public or municipal properties littered with garbage and hazardous waste.

If you witness or come across areas littered with garbage or hazardous waste (such as batteries, paint, gas containers and needles) on public or municipal property, please report it to the City by using the online report form or call customer service at 705-324-9411.

If you come across private property that may be in violation of the municipality’s Property Standards Bylaw, please complete the Municipal Law Enforcement Office Complaint Form on the City’s website, call 705324-9411 extension 1212 or email bylawcomplaints@ kawarthalakes.ca.

Adopt-A-Road program

Adopt-A-Road is a public service program for volunteers to improve local litter collection activities. It is a way for environmentally conscious individuals and groups to contribute to a cleaner and more beautiful municipal road system.

The City of Kawartha Lakes will erect a sign along the designated road to recognize individual volunteers or volunteer groups for their efforts. Volunteers agree to collect litter a minimum of two times per year for a period of three years on a designated area of road. The City will also supply volunteers with garbage bags and the authorization to dispose of the waste collected at one of the Kawartha Lakes landfill sites. You can find out more about the Adopt-a-Road program on the City’s website.

ANNUAL DINNER AUCTION

The Kinmount Community Volunteer Management Board is hosting The Annual Dinner Auction, their major fundraiser of the year.It’s being held on Saturday, April 27 at 4pm.

The event includes a roast beef dinner, live and silent auction and games of chance. Tickets are $35 per person and must be purchased in advance. To get your tickets, contact Diane Austin at 705-928-2635.

MUSIC COUNCIL NOTES

Submitted by April Scott

The Bobcaygeon Music Council is looking forward to bringing Matt Zaddy back to Bobcaygeon after his performance during Concerts in the Park a few years ago. He will be performing on April 27 at 7pm at Trinity Church in Bobcaygeon.

Book now for a great concert by emailing tickets. bmc@gmail.com. This will be the final concert in the Music Alive series.

Prior to the concert, at 6pm we will be presenting to all our sponsors a plaque representing our

appreciation for their generosity. Without them we would not be able to provide the calibre of music to our village.

We are pleased to tell you that applications for our Summer Music Camp are available on our website.

Looking forward to seeing you at the concert.

TICK SEASON HAS BEGUN

As our weather warms up, the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) is urging residents to be vigilant against ticks and Lyme disease.

Ticks, particularly blacklegged ticks, live in wooded areas, tall grasses, and bushes. Although they are primarily active in spring and summer, ticks can be found any time of year when the temperature is above freezing. Blacklegged ticks will act like hitchhikers, settling on tall grasses and bushes until they can attach to a passing person or animal. Once attached, ticks will feed on the host’s blood. These ticks can carry the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, which can cause serious health issues if left untreated.

To reduce the risk of tick bites, follow these tips:

• Wear light-colored clothing to make ticks easier to spot.

• Use closed footwear and socks, and long-sleeve shirts tucked into long pants. Tuck pants into socks for added protection.

• Apply insect repellent containing DEET or Picaridin on clothes and exposed skin. Following manufacturer instructions carefully.

• Regularly check for ticks on the body. Pay special attention to areas like the groin, belly button, armpits, head, behind ears, and knees. Don’t forget to check children and pets.

• Take a shower as soon as possible after outdoor activities to wash off any ticks.

• Kill ticks on clothing by placing them in a dryer on high heat for at least 10 minutes before washing. “Being mindful is key to protecting you, your family, and pets from bites,” urges Sue Shikaze, Health Promoter, with the HKPR District Health Unit. “Warmer weather is here sooner than usual, and ticks are being spotted earlier, so it’s important to take action to protect yourself. Each year we see the range of black-legged ticks carrying Lyme disease expand further north in the HKPR district area, due in part to warmer temperature associated with climate change.”

When to Seek Medical Attention

If a blacklegged tick is attached for 24 hours or more, or if it appears enlarged, remove the tick and seek medical attention right away. If you don’t remember having a tick but have recently visited a tick-prone area and you develop symptoms of Lyme disease, seek medical help. Early symptoms may include a ringlike rash, fever, headache, muscle and joint pain and fatigue.

“Enjoying outdoor activities is essential for physical and mental health,” emphasizes Richard Ovcharovich, Manager of Environmental Health with the HKPR District Health Unit. “However, it’s crucial to remain vigilant against tick bites, especially considering the potential risk of Lyme disease. Taking

proactive measures like wearing appropriate clothing and using insect repellent ensures we can embrace nature safely.”

Identifying a Tick

The HKPR District Health Unit no longer accepts ticks for testing, but you can still identify ticks using the free eTick website at www.etick.ca. Here’s how it works. Submit a photo of a tick and within 48 hours, you’ll receive a notification if the tick is the type that may spread Lyme disease. Based on the results, you can figure out the next steps, including whether to see a healthcare provider.

For more information on Ticks and Lyme disease visit, hkpr.on.ca/FightTheBite.

BOTTLE DRIVE

As the weather starts to warm, more of us will gather with friends and family to laugh and share stories over a couple of beverages. This April save those empties and donate them to the United Way of Kawartha Lakes. You’ll be helping support their food security and poverty reduction projects.

All month, they will be collecting your empty bottles and cans at their office. Funds raised will go to support initiatives including Edwin Binney’s Community Farm & Education Centre and the Community Capacity Grant which supports projects focusing on mental health, housing, transportation, and improving access to programs and resources.

Organizations that United Way supports span communities throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County.

Donations can be made at our office in Lindsay (50 Mary St. W.) Monday to Friday (8:30am-4pm) all month long.

NATIVE PLANT SALE

Native plants are a beautiful and low-maintenance addition to your property. They provide diverse and colourful pollinator habitat and grow very well in our northern climate.

Kawartha Conservation is holding its annual Spring Native Plant Sale. The perennial plants selected for this year’s sale have robust root systems that reduce erosion and stormwater runoff, and protect water quality. Bloom times vary throughout the seasons.

Five native plant kits are available.:

• Pollinator Friendly: A variety of 21 native plants (full sun to partial shade)

• Understory Oasis: A variety of 27 native plants (mixed, mostly partial shade)

• Shoreline Stabilizer: A variety of 18 native plants (full sun to partial shade)

• Rain Garden: A variety of 62 native plants (mixed, mostly full sun to partial shade)

• Spring Bloomer: A variety of 18 native plants (mixed, mostly partial to full shade)

Prices of the kits vary. Kawartha Conservation and Carbon Wise Landscape Design have developed free garden guides for several of the native plant kits.

You can find out more information and order yours at kawarthaconservation.com.

Horoscopes

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) You are not insignificant, Aquarius. Every little thing you do has some impact. Make the moments count!

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) The promise of Spring continues the cycle of the natural world. What are you looking forward to, Pisces? What do you hope to accomplish in the coming seasons? Something to think about!

Aries (March 21 to April 20) Self-healing starts and finishes by so many different means, Aries. Each individual must find the process that helps them. If one way doesn’t work, do not give up. Keep trying to find what is best for you.

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Being able to listen is an important piece on the road to understanding, dear Taurus, but it doesn’t always come easily. Try to practice it and you will learn much from others.

Gemini (May 22 to June 22) “You may not be able to change the entire world, but you can release your love, and watch its colours paint the world around you with kindness and patience. This way you can watch your little part of it change for the better.”: Mona Lisa Nyman. This is good advice in these troubled times, Gemini.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) Why not, today, tell someone how proud you are of them? It is always good to share this important message with all those who may need a boost in self-esteem – and it raises you up as well, Cancer!

April 5 to 18

By Melodie McCullough

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) The total solar eclipse is happening soon in your area, Leo. This is a momentous event. Its astrological meaning notes that “it amplifies the moon’s energy, marking it as a time of significant change, unexpected developments, and powerful revelations that can redirect our paths in life.” Momentous, indeed!

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) Emotions are not signs of weakness, Virgo. Far from it! They show the depths of your feelings and how much you care about people, world events, and yourself. Don’t hold them back!

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Love doesn’t always appear in big reveals or romantic and dramatic events, Libra. It can show in small, quiet ways of kindness and sharing, especially the ups and downs of life. Remember to look for it in these moments and be grateful.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Stay connected with family and friends, Scorpio. Don’t let the outside world barge in and harm relationships. Nurture and be nurtured by those you hold dear.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) Sag, your gentle spirit is a welcome respite for those you love. So many people are touched by your kindness and loyalty.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) There will be setbacks and there will be breakthroughs, dear Capricorn. But you will find the strength to keep going and continue the work you hope to complete. Do not give up!

EVENT

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

54 Bolsover Rd.

Bolsover, On. In church Services start at 10:00 a.m. Sundays

All Welcome and for further information please call 705 426-9382

Bolsover Pines Seniors Club - 50+ 16 Bolsover RD.

Community Centre

Bolsover

NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME.

Regular Weekly events unless above noted changes

Membership is $10 (good until May 2023) with weekly games for $3 per day.

REGULAR WEEKLY GAMES:

Tuesdays 1:00 p.m.

Euchre

Wednesday 1:00 p.m. drop in with Darts, Thursday 1:00 p.m.

Bridge

SAGES GENTLE EXERCISES FOR SENIORS - (SAGES)

Thursdays 9:30a.m.

Kirkfield Lions Club 973 Portage Rd \hwy 48 (left entrance of building) Kirkfield, Cost $3 per class

THURSDAY at 9:30 AM.

Program is geared for older adults and can be done sitting or standing The exercises focus on improving cardiovascular endurance, balance, muscle strength and flexibility. Come join the fun For more info 705-324-7323 ext 186 or info@ccckl.ca

Tea and Coffee served at half time except Wednesdays.Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Come and enjoy a fun afternoon with a great bunch and help keep this community centre open.Please check our web page https:// bolsoverseniors.life or on Facebook.

NATHAN’S HANDYMAN SERVICES

Carpentry, flooring, drywall, painting, eavestrough clearing, dump runs, and demolition. Now booking spring projects. 705-731-9373

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