The Kawartha Promoter - January 13, 2023 - Volume 33, Issue 1

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CHRisTmAs HAmpER THANK YOu

The Municipality of Trent Lakes Hamper Committee would like to thank everyone for all their help with the 2022 Christmas Hamper. We were able to brighten Christmas for 20 families. It was heartwarming to see all the donations of money, toys and food that you all gave us for this special event.

We would like to thank all the papers for placing this announcement in their paper and also thank the Community Business, Real Estate Offices, Community Supporters at large and everyone else who donated their time for going out of their way to add their touch to this day YOU made it special.

We would also like to give a special thank you to Buckhorn Foodland for that extra mile and for getting the school to decorate the paper bags which were filled with food. These bags made a big hit with the people who picked up the hampers. Foodland again really showed us how much this community means to them.

It was also a pleasure to see the Mayor of this township out and lending a hand at filling the hampers.

Once again we thank you, from all of us, to all of you, have a wonderful 2023.

Marylou Bowles Municipality of Trent Lakes Hamper Committee

City Hall

COmmuNiTY HuB iN

LiNDsAY

City of Kawartha Lakes City Hall at 26 Francis Street in Lindsay has officially reopened to the public for walk-in service. The Lindsay Service Centre previously at 180 Kent Street West has now also been relocated to City Hall. With the opening of City Hall and relocation of Lindsay Customer Service, the municipality is introducing a community hub to Lindsay with a full range of services under one roof.

All other Municipal Service Centres are also available for walk-in at their existing locations in Bobcaygeon, Coboconk and Omemee. A new community hub that leverages shared resources is also available at the Bobcaygeon location, featuring access to an expanded library branch and municipal services. Municipal Service Centres are open Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

A variety of services are now available at City Hall, as well as other Service Centre locations, including:

items for sale

• Dog tags

• Recycling containers

• Rain barrels

• Garbage Tags

• Transit passes and tokens payments

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Utilities and accounts receivable payments

• Water, sewer payments

• Property tax payments

Other services and information

• Marriage licences

• Burn permits

• Commissioner of Oath

• Municipal inquiries

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Tourism, event maps and brochures

• City calendars

A variety of online payment options are also available at www.kawarthalakes.ca, like: property taxes, utilities, water and sewer, paying a ticket or fine and recreational program registration. Residents also now have the choice to opt in to a new service called Payreq to electronically receive property tax and utility bills. Payreq provides a personal and secure digital mailbox to easily receive and store bills.

To accommodate the public, the parking lot at City Hall has reserved spaces, including accessible parking spaces. Additional parking for both staff and the public are also available. The parking entrance is at 26 Francis Street and the main entrance to City Hall is from the parking lot, facing Colborne Street West.

For more information on Customer Service, please visit www.kawarthalakes.ca/customerservice. Staff are also available at servicecentres@kawarthalakes. ca, 705-324-9411 or 1-888-822-2225. For after hours municipal emergencies, please call 1-877-885-7377.

FiRsT LOOK AT THE BuDGET

At the Council Meeting of December 13, 2022, City of Kawartha Lakes staff presented an overview of the proposed 2023 Budget.

Ron Taylor, CAO, provided general comments about the budget noting, “This budget is aligned with planned increases of three percent, although this was no easy feat. Coming out of the pandemic, we are facing inflationary pressures and supply shortages across all sectors. We were at double-digit increases going in and have made difficult decisions to reduce the budget to what is presented. Self-reliance is a theme of this budget. Taking a strategic approach to building reserves has put us in a strong position. By spending within our means, we’re not reliant on onetime outside relief funding and we remain accountable to the public with steady, predictable and affordable budget increases.”

Carolyn Daynes, City Treasurer, provided an overview of commonly asked questions about the budget. Highlights of topics covered include:

Roads Network

Over the last four years, Council has invested in the reconstruction, rehabilitation or resurfacing of nearly 680 km of roads. In 2022, Council recognized

that roads will require ongoing funding and put in place a 1.5 percent infrastructure levy for the next 10 years to ensure that roads are a top priority. This levy equates to approximately $35 per average household per year. The 2023 Capital Budget proposes $26 million for roads infrastructure.

Affordable Taxes

Over the last term of Council (2018-2022), the cumulative general tax increase has been 14.90 percent, or 2.82 percent per year. The City provides a consistent level of service for over 200 services to residents for that investment.

staff

A review of comparable sized municipalities in Ontario shows that Kawartha Lakes is lean with respect to staffing. Staff represent 37 percent of our total operating expenses. Comparators include City of Peterborough at 60 percent, Sudbury at 45 percent, and Thunder Bay at 47 percent.

City Debt

The City holds $140 million in debt to support roughly $4 billion in assets. In the context of a household, this would be the equivalent of a home valued at $700,000 having a mortgage of about $24,500.

Operating Budget

Of the total $325 million proposed budget, $236 million goes to the Operating Budget.

Key pressures on the Operating Budget include: increases to salaries and benefits, new positions to support service delivery to a growing community and legislated increases with respect to Housing Agencies. Inflation is driving the rising cost of fuel and most goods and services. The City Treasurer noted that this budget has been guided by the principle of building, maintaining and investing in reserves. The City aims to lessen its reliance on one-time relief funding, and conservatively forecast for limited increases in revenues and grants.

The Operating Budget is financed by $137 million of tax support. It’s broken down like this:

• Public Works – 32 percent

• Emergency Services – 28 percent

• Contribution to Capital and Special Projects – 11 percent

• Human Services – 11 percent

• Community Services – 10 percent

• Development Services – 4 percent

• Library – 2 percent

• Engineering and Corporate Assets – 2 percent

Capital Budget in 2023

The Capital Budget was presented to Council by Adam Found, Manager of Asset Management. The proposed budget includes $57 million in projects, with the majority of work supporting roads. Many projects that were deferred during the pandemic have been scheduled for work in 2023 and beyond. Found noted that just prior to making the presentation, the Provincial government announced an approximate increase of 15 percent to the Ontario Community

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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, January 25, 2023

Branch 77 Lakefield (705) 652-7988

• February 4 – Ice-Bar Party as part of Polarfest Weekend – 1pm. BBQ hosted by Rob, Kevin, Sue and friends. Indoor music by George Terpstra.

• Tuesdays – Darts – 7:30pm

• Thursdays – Shuffleboard – 1pm

• Thursdays – Darts – 7pm

• Fridays – Snooker – 1pm

• Fridays – Shuffleboard – 7pm

• Saturdays – Weekly Meat Draws – 4pm

• Call 705-652-7988 for current events

Branch 238 Fenelon Falls (705) 887-3041

• Hall rental available –Contact Branch

Branch 239 Bobcaygeon (705) 738-2710

• January 28 – Robbie Burns Dinner –Doors open at 5pm, Dinner at 6pm sharp. Address the Haggis and enjoy a Roast Beef Dinner. Musical Entertainment by Upkilter. Tickets $30pp for Legion members, $35pp for non-Legion members.

• February 14 – Valentine’s Day Dance – 2pm – Music by DJ Dave – Sweet

Branch 441 Kinmount (705) 488-3462

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

Branch 497 Omemee (705) 799-5095

• January 14 – Jim & the Jammers –1 to 5pm

• January 20 – Pub Quiz Trivia Night –7 to 11pm

• January 28 – Dance featuring Heartland Country – 7pm to 11pm

Branch 519 Coboconk (705) 454-8127

• January 27 – Lunch & Music – 11:30am to 1pm – Hot Beef Sandwich or Liver & Onions $13. Followed by Country Music Jam from 1 to 4pm – Open Mic & local talent. Food bank donations would be appreciated.

• Tuesdays – 1pm – Euchre

refreshments, prizes and fun

• Wednesday - Drop in darts - 7p.m. $5 per person

• Thursday - Drop in shuffleboard6:30 pm. Cost is $5pp per week

• Tuesday Night Doubles Dart League

– Competitive league – 8pm - $5pp per night – Limited to 40 players, please call the Branch to register

• Saturdays - Meat Draw - Weekly at 5pm

includes a light meal. Tickets are $15 per person.

• Tuesdays – Darts – 7:30pm

• Thursdays – Mixed Darts – 7:30pm

• Fridays – Drop-in Coffee Time – 8am to 10:30am

• Tuesdays – 7pm – Open Darts

• Saturdays – Music & Meat Roll – Music starts at 2pm – Meat Roll at 3pm

• 1st Wednesday – Big Buck Bid Euchre –10am - $15pp

• For more information contact Legion 705-454-8127

Branch 184 Woodville & District (705) 439-2397

• January 22 – Music Jam – 1 to 4pmCountry Music with Ian Zinn & Friends, admission is $8 per person. Bar will be open, Food available, 50/50 draw, door prizes & dancing

• January 26 – Luncheon – 11:30am to

Branch 67 Lindsay (705) 324-2613

1pm - Soup, sandwich & dessert $10 per person

• January 28 - Robbie Burns Dinner & Music

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

• For information about upcoming events and regular activities, call the Legion Branch at 705-324-2613 or follow us on Facebook

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

Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) payment. The proposed 2023 Budget was created using the 2022 amount of $4.5 million; Kawartha Lakes will receive $5.2 million in 2023. Staff recommendations for allocating the additional funding will come to Council during the budget process.

Highlights

• New and improved facilities, including a Paramedic headquarters and fleet centre, $5 million

• Road rehabilitation and reconstruction, $26 million

• Construction of a new cell at the Lindsay-Ops Landfill to ensure adequate landfilling capacity and related landfill projects, $6 million

• Catch up on fleet and equipment backlog, particularly in Fire Services, $16 million

Water-Wastewater Budget

For the last several years, the costs to maintain the water and sewer infrastructure and services across Kawartha Lakes has remained consistent. In keeping with the 10-year plan for water-wastewater services, it will continue to be funded exclusively by users of the systems and will increase by 3 percent per year. The total budget breaks out as: Water-Wastewater Capital $5.2 million; Water-Wastewater Operating $24.6 million.

Being the first budget of the new term of Council, the budget will be adopted in the new year after deliberations in January and February.

All meetings take place in City Hall, Council Chambers and are livestreamed on the City’s YouTube channel. Read or download a copy of the Proposed Budget on our website www.kawarthalakes.ca/budget.

• January 17, 2023, 9am Department presentations

• January 26, 2023, 9am Department presentations and Agency and Board presentations

• February 2, 2023, 7pm Public Meeting – General presentation of budget, electronic format

• February 14, 2023, 9am Capital Budget Deliberations (resuming February 16 if required)

• February 28, 2023, 9am Operating, Special Projects and Water-wastewater Budget Deliberations (resuming March 2 if required)

YOu COuLD WiN WiTH ONLiNE BiLLiNG

The City of Kawartha Lakes has announced an incentive for property owners to set up for property tax or utility eBilling. When you opt in to Payreq to electronically receive your property tax or utility bills, you can enter for a chance to win an iPad.

To register for online billing, visit the website at www.kawarthalakes.ca and follow these four steps:

• Create Payreq account

• Click ‘Add New Biller’ and register for Kawartha Lakes - Property Tax or Kawartha Lakes - Utility

• Select ‘to register for Payreq’

• Refer to your Kawartha Lakes property tax or utility bill to enter the required information Contest details and rules are also available on the website. You have until March 31 to enter.

LiBRARY GRAND OpENiNG

The new Bobcaygeon Library will celebrate a grand opening on Saturday, January 28 from 11am to 1pm.

There will be face painting, cookies, prizes and more, along with free gift bags for the first 200 guests. The ribbon cutting is set for 11:45am.

The new branch was designed to suit the needs of the community. It has high ceilings and is filled with natural light. It contains areas for comfortable seating, small meetings or just talking with friends. The space was designed to be flexible and inviting, with free Wi-Fi, computer stations and a laptop bar, as well as children, young adult, and adult collections filled with books and DVDs. The library expansion includes many barrier-free features such as a heated entrance ramp, automatic door opener and an accessible washroom.

“Our Grand Opening will be a fun-filled event for the whole family. It’s an exciting way to get residents into the building to see how great the new space is and to learn more about what the Bobcaygeon Branch has to offer the community,” said Jamie Anderson, CEO/ Library Director at Kawartha Lakes Public Library.

As a community hub, along with all regular library services, the following Municipal Services will be offered:

items for sale

• Animal tags

• Garbage tags

• Recycling containers

• Rain barrels payments

• Utilities and accounts receivable payments

• Water, sewer payments

• Property tax payments

Other services and information

• Marriage licences (coming soon)

• Burn permits

• Commissioner of Oath

• Municipal inquiries

• Tourism, event maps and brochures

• City calendars

The Library is open Monday and Thursday from 12:30pm to 7pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 5pm; and Saturday from 10am to 2pm. The Municipal Service Centre is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Come on out and see the new facility at 123 East Street South in Bobcaygeon.

NOGiEs CREEK BRiDGE WORK

If you’ve ever driven along 36 from Buckhorn into Bobcaygeon, you’ll notice that the Nogies Creek Bridge is in need of repair. Luckily, Peterborough County has the Bridge on its list of rehab projects for 2023.

The proposed bridge rehabilitation design solution will include:

• Removal of existing asphalt and waterproofing system;

• Scarification of the deck top and localized removal of deteriorated concrete

• Replacement of the concrete curbs

• Removal and replacement of expansion joints and approach slabs

• Repair deteriorated concrete from abutments, wingwalls and soffit

• Complete concrete overlay of deck and patch areas

• Replace all bearings

• Recoating all structural steel girders

• Replace barrier system; and·Complete waterproofing and paving.

The proposal calls for a “staged construction zone” with one lane of alternating east-west traffic be maintained at all times throughout construction. The contractor work zone will require protection with temporary concrete barriers. General traffic control will consist of barricades, temporary traffic signals, temporary signage throughout and near the construction site.

Environmental Protection Measures will be put in place to maintain bird netting and turtle fencing for the duration of construction as well as erosion and sediment conrol measures.

They’re hosting an online “Public Information Centre” where you can look at the plans and provide

your feedback. You can find it at www.ptbocountry.ca/ en/living.

sCOTTisH puB NiTE

Come celebrate all that is Scottish at the Buckhorn Community Centre on Saturday, January 21.

There will be traditional live music, stories and, of course, dance. Wear your tartan, bring your darts!

There’s free admission, with food and drink to purchase.

The event runs from 5:30pm to 9pm.

Call to reserve your table by January 16 at 705657-8833.

CALL FOR ENTRiEs

Online applications are now being accepted for those wishing to become a member of the 38th Annual Victoria County Studio Tour in Kawartha Lakes. The Tour takes place September 23, 24, 30 and October 1, 2023.

Artists in all media are invited to apply. If you do not have a studio, consider applying as a guest artist. Several returning artists would welcome guest artists in their studios.

All new artists will be juried. Deadline for entry is January 31, 2023.

For further information, visit www.vcstudiotour. com or call 705-887-2229.

RECOVERY FuND NOW

ACCEpTiNG AppLiCATiONs

The United Way for the City of Kawartha Lakes (UWCKL) is now accepting applications for the Community Services Recovery Fund – a $400 million investment in charities and non-profits. UWCKL is accepting applications from eligible Community Service Organizations within the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County.

Now more than ever, charities and non-profits are playing a key role in addressing persistent and complex social problems faced by all Canadians.

The Community Services Recovery Fund is a $400 million investment from the Government of Canada to support charities and non-profits as they build resilience by making investments in their people, organizations, and program innovation.

UWCKL is proud to be taking part in the Community Services Recovery Fund, a collaboration between United Way Centraide Canada, Canadian Red Cross, and Community Foundations of Canada to provide funding to Community Service Organizations, including non-profit organizations, Indigenous Governing Bodies, and Registered Charities located across Canada.

The Community Services Recovery Fund responds to what charities and nonprofits need right now and supports organizations as they adapt to the long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Funding will support one-time projects primarily focused on program and service innovation and redesign using information gained during the

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COVID-19 pandemic.

UWCKL will be the lead on accepting applications for the program and service innovation and redesign for the community sector in the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County.

Community Service Organizations can apply until February 21, 2023. Find out more at ckl-unitedway.ca.

TL LiBRARY HELps COmmuNiTY

Submitted by Stephanie McPherson

The Trent Lakes Public Library is working with the T.L. Outreach Centre (TLOC) to help meet the needs of the community. The library offers free yarn and patterns for people to make clothing items to donate to TLOC. You can drop off the items at the library and we will arrange to have it donated to the Outreach Centre.

The Outreach Centre needs canned/nonperishable meat, stews, soups, vegetables, and fruit. Please check the expiry date on cans before donating. They also need personal hygiene products and laundry/ cleaning supplies to give to people in the community. For more information on how to help the Outreach Centre, please visit their website https://tlocfoodbank. wordpress.com/.

pROViNCE

BOOsTiNG

LOCAL BusiNEss

The Ontario government is supporting an investment of over $3 million by Cameron Steel Inc. to boost local manufacturing and economic development. As part of this investment, the government is providing Cameron Steel Inc.. with $436,853 in funding through the Regional Development Program’s Eastern Ontario Development Fund.

Laurie Scott, Member of Provincial Parliament for Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock, was pleased to stop by Cameron Steel Inc. to tour the facility and share the good news of this investment.

“Our government is building Ontario and strengthening the economy by supporting key investments in small communities like Lindsay,” said MPP Laurie Scott Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock. “This investment

by Cameron Steel Inc. will grow local manufacturing and create better-paying jobs for workers and families in Lindsay and the surrounding area.”

Cameron Steel Inc. is continuing to build on it’s success story as a second-generation familyowned business. By proudly working alongside local high schools, offering apprenticeships, and co-op opportunities, Cameron Steel Inc. is helping to train, educate, and show young people the benefits of the skilled trades.

The total investment of just over $3.5 million will be used to purchase a large capacity CNC floor-type boring mill.

“We are investing in advanced manufacturing equipment and supporting infrastructure to enable us to increase productivity, production efficiencies and innovation resulting in growth in employment and total revenues, including sales into new markets,” said James Bogar, Owner of Cameron Steel Inc. “We are pleased to have the province’s support on this project with funding from the EODF program.”

As part of the government’s work to build the economy, Ontario is investing more than $100 million through the Regional Development Program from 2019 to 2023 to help meet regional needs. The program provides cost-shared funding to businesses, municipalities, and economic development organizations to help local communities attract investment, diversify their economies, and create jobs. Since 2019, Ontario has provided more than $68 million in support to 62 companies and organizations through the Regional Development Program. This funding has supported $736 million in investments to create more than 1,300 jobs in the province.

LOCAL ART pROGRAms suppORTED BY RT08

In 2022, Kawartha Art Gallery received a non-repayable contribution of $64, 994 from RTO8 to engage locals and tourists with entertaining and educational arts programs with a strong focus on environmental content and stories. This was part of the Government of Canada’s Tourism Relief Fund, delivered by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). RTO8 received $3 million from FedDev Ontario to help local tourism organizations and businesses safely welcome back visitors, recover from the impacts of the pandemic and prepare for future growth.

Through an expanded film program that included both outdoor movie nights and in-venue screenings, Kawartha Art Gallery succeeded in bringing audiences

Did You Know

Trent Lakes Library CEO Stephanie McPherson with some items that will be given to local community members in need.

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together for safe, fun and often educational viewing experiences. Additionally, thanks to a new partnership with Fleming College’s Frost Campus in Lindsay, Kawartha Art Gallery was able to give Kawartha regional landscape artists a chance to shine with its Radical Landscapes juried exhibition.

Susan Taylor, Executive Director for Kawartha Art Gallery said, “These events and experiences that the Gallery is able to provide to a diverse audience is proof positive that art and culture are a valuable and attractive offering for tourism and economic development in our region. By continuing to expand this conversation, we can nurture these opportunities to show our area’s unique talents and voices, while also encouraging people to explore more culture and art experiences around the Kawartha Lakes. There’s so much we have to offer and so much room for us to grow as an arts community.”

Notice of Online Public Information Centre #1 Nogie’s Creek Bridge Rehabilitation Municipal Class Environmental Assessment

The County of Peterborough (County) is preparing for the rehabilitation of Nogie’s Creek Bridge The Nogie’s Creek Bridge, Site No. 036006 is located on County Road 36, approximately 30 m east of Base Lake Road in the County of Peterborough, ON. The structure carries one lane of County Road 36 traffic in each direction over Nogie’s Creek.

The County has retained D.M. Wills Associates Limited (Wills) to undertake the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Municipal Class EA) for the project.

The proposed work is considered to be a Schedule ‘A+’ undertaking in accordance with the Municipal Class EA. Subject to Class EA approval, including comments received as a result of this Notice and future Public Information Centres (PICs), the County intends to proceed with the planning, design and implementation of the rehabilitation for this structure.

Public and agency consultation is an important component of the Class EA process. Public and agency input are invited for incorporation into the planning and design of the project. The PIC will be online with documents available for review at the following link:

www.ptbocounty.ca

The link will be active from Monday January 9th to Friday January 20, 2023 The PIC will consist of project files and display material that will be available for viewing on demand in an online setting. The purpose of this online PIC is to provide additional information, identify the nature of the work and solicit feedback, comments and questions

If you are interested in providing comments or receiving further information on this project, please contact the following individuals:

Rajeev Shan, P.Eng., M.Eng.

Manager, Structural Engineering

D.M. Wills Associates Ltd.

150 Jameson Drive

Peterborough, ON K9J 0B9 p. 705.742.2297 ext. 236 e. rshan@dmwills.com p. 705.742.2297 ext. 251 e. zstaples@dmwills.com

GALENTiNE’s DAY GiRLs

NiTE

Grab your gal pals and head out to Kawartha Settlers’ Village for a night of games and improv comedy with Jennine Profeta of Girls Nite Out.

Wear your best Valentine’s attire and take home your own wine glass. Enjoy some champagne and chocolate covered strawberries while you’re laughing!

The event takes place on February 9 at 7pm and tickets are $45 per person. Find out more and get your tickets at settlersvillage.org.

VOLuNTEER FAiRs

If one of your resolutions for 2023 was to spend more time volunteering, there are many organizations who could benefit from your time. Volunteering is a rewarding way to learn new skills, meet new people, and above all, give back to your community. You can do your own research, but here’s a good way to learn more about Community Care of Kawartha Lakes.

They are hosting two Volunteer Fairs in January and February, and all are welcome to attend. Come learn about some of the many volunteer positions we have and how to get involved. There is a volunteering opportunity for everyone! Come drop by and learn more.

• January 18 from 10am to 12 noon - 189 Kent Street West, Main Lobby, Lindsay

• February 15 from 4 to 6pm - 189 Kent Street West, Main Lobby, Lindsay

They currently have an urgent need for volunteers to help with packing and delivering boxes for the Good Food Box program.

Peter Nielsen, C.E.T.

Manager, Capital Projects County of Peterborough 310 Armour Road

Peterborough, ON K9H 1Y6 p. 705.775.2737 ext. 3200 e. pnielsen@ptbocounty.ca

Comments and information regarding this study are being collected to assist in meeting the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act. These comments will be maintained on file for use during the study in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All comments, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record. If you have any accommodation requirements in order to participate in this project, please contact one of the project team members listed above.

Notice issued: Thursday January 5th, 2023

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Visit www.ccckl.ca/ volunteer or call them at 705-3247323 ext. 466 to learn more about volunteering with Community Care.

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NEW ED FOR COmmuNiTY FOuNDATiON

The Board of Directors of Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurie Dillon-Schalk as Executive Director, starting January 10, 2023.

“The Board is very excited to welcome Laurie to our Community Foundation.” said Mike Bellamy, President of the Board of the Community Foundation. “Laurie brings a wealth of experience from both the private & non-profit sectors that will be of tremendous benefit to the Community Foundation, here in Kawartha Lakes.”

Laurie joins the Community Foundation with over 20 years’ experience in the private sector including 12 years in senior strategy roles at major advertising agencies including partner/VP of strategy leading the strategy and insights, digital social channel strategy and media planning department as well as eight years as an e-commerce management consultant

from IBM Canada. Laurie has a strong track record in new business development, establishing long term partnerships, supporting ambitious projects and their campaigns, managing high performing teams and working within executive teams / multiple stakeholder scenarios.

Laurie also brings unique non-profit leadership and fundraising experience from her role as a cofounder of Conquer COVID-19, one of Canada’s fastest growing national pandemic relief efforts in 2020, a 120-volunteer organization that built a private supply chain of medical personal protective equipment (PPE) and delivered to hospitals, long term care homes, women’s and homeless shelters, community health organizations, First Nations reserves and more. As part of her efforts, Laurie worked closely with the Bobcaygeon Relief Fund’s leadership team to ensure the Kawartha/Curve Lake/Muskoka/Trent Severn Region was included in relief efforts. Laurie is also currently a board member of the Kawartha Northumberland RT08 tourism efforts.

Laurie has been a seasonal cottager and property manager in Kawartha Lakes for over 20 years. In 2018, she and her family decided to buy a maple syrup hobby farm near Bobcaygeon/Fenelon Falls and, over the pandemic, relocated from Toronto to the Kawarthas community. Living locally, she has a fresh connection to supporters and partners for growth.

is THERE A RECEssiON

AHEAD?

Currently no one knows for sure where inflation is headed or whether it will continue to be volatile. The three-month trend is averaging 5.8% so there is no denying that it is a force to be reckoned with in 2023. Basically, economists and analysts, have very little experience with true inflation other than what we witnessed in the late 70’s and early 80’s, when you witnessed interest rates at 18%. I will agree Norm, that Canadians should indeed brace themselves for continued instabilities in the markets for the beginning of next year; but it seems hard to predict which way inflation, rates and the financial markets will go in the latter part of 2023. There are many bullish and persuasive commentators that took the CPI results, (Consumer Price Index) as a positive sign that we had reached the peak; however, we are still experiencing continued price increases on services, food, and energy. With that being said, it generally takes 1218 months for interest rate increases to fully impact the economy, so your question is on a lot of people’s minds: Are we headed for a recession? Maybe.

There is no doubt that we are in a market slowdown and will continue to be so in 2023 however the “R” word (recession) may not need to be considered

as a true reality – as yet. Interest rate hikes definitely signal tougher economic times for everyone however historically we base recession trends on global markets. Oil prices, a typical inflation driver, peaked over $90 however now have receded below $80 which was below one year ago levels at one point for the first time in almost two years. Another thing to keep in mind is that the growth in Canada is doing well. Employment is up and the reports on wholesale and manufacturing was up 1.3%. The housing market on the other hand is not doing so well. We now see would-be home sellers holding onto their properties for more favourable future market conditions and the prospective buyers, plan to wait out the rising interest rates due to their continued reducing purchasing power. This high interest rate market of increased borrowing costs will most likely lead the continued phenomena of lukewarm buyers which in turn leads to unmotivated sellers and stagnant sales activity.

Now is the time to create a spending budget for next year, to eliminate consumer debt and try to save more. Remember, lifestyles absolutely cannot be supplemented by credit. Try to keep to your Christmas budget tight this year, track your expenses for 2023 and be more accountable to your financial goals. Of course, if any of my readers have questions about saving for the future or need specific advice about how to retire debt free and wealthy, you can always email me your questions on my website at www. askthemoneylady.ca.

Written by Christine Ibbotson, National Radio Host, YouTuber, and Author of 3 finance books plus the Canadian Best-Selling Book “How to Retire Debt Free & Wealthy” www.askthemoneylady. ca or send a question to info@askthemoneylady.ca

WOOL pAiNTiNG WORKsHOp

Ever wondered what wool painting is all about, or feel you have the creativity to try it, join Amber Purdy of Felt Crafty at Kawartha Settlers’ Village on February 6 from 6:30 to 8:30pm.

You will receive all supplies and directions to create your own ‘Wool Painting.’ Please bring a reference image or something you would love to create. If you don’t have any ideas, Amber can help you curate the perfect scene, landscape or even abstract wool painting design.

Wine and cupcakes are also included in the $75 per person cost, with partial proceeds going to KSV. Get your tickets at settlersvillage.org.

BOBCAYGEON LEGiON suppORTs RmH

For 30 years, the members of the Royal Canadian Legion Bobcaygeon Branch 239 have generously supported priority needs at the Ross Memorial Hospital. Since 1992, the Legion’s donations have helped to fund modernization projects in the Dr. Gargi Bhatia Family Birthing Centre, the construction of the Dialysis Unit and critical acquisitions in the Operating Suites, the Laboratory, Intensive Care Unit and Diagnostic

Imaging.

Legion President Gary Whelan recently visited the Ross Memorial to present a gift of $5,000 to RMH Foundation CEO Erin Coons to support the new clinical information system (CIS). The CIS is part of a digital transformation that connects bedside medical equipment and life-saving technology to patients’ medical records and makes them accessible to care providers and patients — wherever they are.

“This exceptional gift from the Bobcaygeon Legion Branch 239 to the Our Best To You holiday appeal is just the latest gesture of generosity in their long history of community support,” said Erin Coons. “Service organizations including the Royal Canadian Legion continue to have a profound impact on the Ross. We’re grateful for their interest in ongoing efforts to modernize and enhance patient care in their community.”

Registration for the program is open from now until January 20th.

Participants will be meeting 2 to 3 times a week starting at the beginning of February, with a final production at the end of March. What the production is has yet to be determined because it will be decided by all the youth and young adults that are participating. It could be a comedy, a drama, or some scene selections, the creative opportunities are endless, and this is the perfect occasion for youth to make their mark on the stage.

Find out more information at globustheatre.com.

and Erin Coons at Ross Memorial Hospital

Horoscopes

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) “You cannot be anything if you want to be everything.”: Solomon Schechter. You cannot be all things to all people, Aquarius, even though some people may expect this of you. Be your authentic self – and stick with it.

pisces (Feb. 20 to march 20) Pisces, you may be facing extraordinary demands at work in the next while. Don’t let yourself burn out! Talk to your colleagues (and bosses) about the situation and remember to get lots of YOU care.

Aries (march 21 to April 20) Decision-making is not easy, Aries, but often a necessary part of everyday life. Start small by deciding what to do over unimportant things to gain confidence that your choices are the right ones.

Taurus (April 21 to may 21) “Don’t die with your music still in you.”: Dr. Wayne Dyer. What excellent advice, dear Taurus. Express your inner self and be joyful. Live now!

Gemini (may 22 to June 22) Venting your frustrations at people or circumstances beyond your control is not a good way to start the day – any day! Instead, Gemini, learn to calmly assess situations and realise what you can or cannot do.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) Procrastination can take hold of the best of us, Cancer, but it can be overcome. It can be caused by a fear that we are not up to the job at hand – but the only way to conquer this is to jump in head-long, starting - not tomorrowbut today!

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Leo, it looks like you will be having a busy schedule ahead between work demands and social commitments. Make sure to maintain a healthy balance and make some quiet time just for YOU.

Virgo (Aug. 24 to sept. 23) Virgo, your emotional strength may be tested during the next phase. You will need to be passionate and fierce in your beliefs and actions. You will get through this!

Libra (sept. 24 to Oct. 23) The planets are aligning, Libra, to make sure the rest of the winter will be good to you with enjoyable moments and time to relax and plan ahead for Spring.

scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Remember, Scorpio, that in order to be loved and cared for it is usually a requisite to care for someone else. Can you find your way to do this?

sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) Sag, continue to keep an eye on your moods and make note of changes. Realise that your behaviour has an effect on others. If need be, there is always professional help available.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Keep looking for the bright side, Capricorn, even though this may be difficult during this time. Even one small sparkle of light you can find in a day will help you make it through.

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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.

Euchre as usual at 1 p.m. Regular Weekly events unless above noted changes

Membership is $10 (good until May 2023) with weekly games for $3 per day. Masks are optional and we sanitize chairs and tables and provide hand sanitizer. Please do not attend if you have any sickness or cold etc. or have been in a place where Covid has been detected. Thank you Tuesdays 1:00 p.m. Euchre

Wednesday 1:00 p.m. drop in with Darts, Bid Euchre, Colouring etc. Thursday 1:00 p.m. Bridge Tea and Coffee served at half time except Wednesdays. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday’s programs will continue on through the rest of the year.

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.

sAGEs GENTLE EXERCisEs FOR sENiORs - (sAGEs) Thursdays 9:30 a.m. Kirkfield Lions Club 973 portage Rd \hwy 48 (left entrance of building) Kirkfield, On K0m 2B0

Cost $3 per class Progam 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 this fun group For more info 705-324-7323 ext 186 or info@ccckl.ca