The Kawartha Promoter - March 10, 2023 - Volume 33 Issue 5

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OVER THE BACK FENCE

As many of you know, my late husband, John, was an avid amateur astronomer. One of the reasons we moved from Toronto to Buckhorn in 2000 was to get away from the light pollution in the city so John could pursue his hobby.

He built the Buckhorn Observatory on our property north of Buckhorn and it became quite the tourist attraction. And on those nights when he didn’t have any guests at the observatory, he and I would take time together at the telescope, or just sit on deck chairs in the driveway, to gaze at the multitude of stars.

Over the years, we watched as the invasion of light pollution crept along the southern horizon. Lights from Peterborough, and beyond, were creating a haze of light over the darkness, sometimes obliterating constellations and planets.

Light pollution abatement was one of John’s pet projects. He made presentations to township and city councils with facts and figures about how much could be saved by changing

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out existing streetlights in favour of cutoff lights. The City of Calgary was his favourite example, where they saved millions of dollars over the years in electricity costs by installing shielded lights on their streetlights. The added benefit was that the light would be directed to where it was supposed to go ... down! No use wasting it by sending the light upward into nothing. Makes sense, right?

There is also a residential application for this, too. When you’re installing lights around your home and cottage, think about where the light should be going. Other than aesthetics, why light up your trees? Research has shown that some of those lights can even have a negative impact on the critters who only come out in the dark or need protection of the darkness to live.

Now that John is gone (and probably has a greater view of the night sky), some nights I sit on the deck and look up. I find a connection with him, knowing we’re both looking at the same sky. Let’s try to preserve it.

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City Hall

CKL COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS

The following are highlights of the Regular Council Meeting on February 21, 2023.

New Cell Towers

Council adopted the proposal to build three new cell towers in Kawartha Lakes. The Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) Cell Gap Project is a $300 million project, funded by Eastern Ontario municipalities alongside the provincial and federal government. Rogers Communications is the private sector partner. Over several years, Kawartha Lakes has contributed $750,000 to EORN. Representatives from the project, Lisa Severson and Paula Preston presented to Council in response to deputations and reports on the agenda concerning the proposed towers.

Three sites came to Council for consideration. Two were recommended to be approved in Verulam (109 Bulmers Road and 950 Bury’s Green Road) and one, at 774 Little Britain Road, is to be discussed further due to a question of residential setbacks. Staff recommended if that proposal is approved, it be conditional upon the applicant entering into a Telecommunication Facility Development Agreement with the City and that Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada, the applicant, and all interested parties be advised of Council’s decision. Council approved all three proposals, noting that the community is eager to close the cell gap.

New Bus for Lindsay Transit

Council approved the purchase of a new lowfloor bus to support the launch of Lindsay Transit’s new Orange route. The Orange route hit the road with the existing Green, Red and Blue routes on February 26, 2023. As ridership returns to pre-pandemic levels, the addition of the Orange route and new bus will allow for Lindsay Transit to grow and provide expanded service to the residents of Lindsay.

Mayor’s memo regarding FLATO Developments Inc.

There was unanimous support for Mayor Elmslie’s memorandum regarding a Notice of Proposed Amendment to the Minister’s Zoning Order for FLATO Developments Inc.

The developer had received a prior support resolution from Council for a development project in Lindsay.

A notice was placed by developers in the February 9, 2023 edition of Kawartha Lakes this Week to add an additional 202 hectares of land to the development

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(estimated additional 3,500 to 4,000 dwelling units), to permit additional commercial use, and make technical changes to the zoning provisions.

Currently within settlement areas, 6,000 units are either final approved or draft approved with various developers; 6,400 units are forecasted on vacant settlement area lands; and an additional 6,600 units are within approved Minister’s Zoning Orders. This results in a total supply of 19,000 units whereas the 15-year housing demand is forecasted at only 7,400 units.

Any amendments to the original support for the MZO do not require follow up from Council. The Ministry can’t impose conditions on the developer for amendments, as was the case when Council imposed requirements to ensure the development looked after the best interests of Kawartha Lakes taxpayers. The notice allows a Council or other parties to provide comment before the deadline.

The memo advises the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing that the City of Kawartha Lakes Council does not support or endorse any further MZO requests, or amendments, for additional or new residential development outside of established urban settlement boundaries. Council will revisit this position following the conclusion of the City’s Growth Management Study (and associated Master Servicing and Transportation Plans), and once Provincial approval of revised growth allocations for Kawartha Lakes to 2051 is granted.

The Mayor spoke to his memorandum by saying, “It’s not that we are anti-development, or anti-MZO as they were intended to be used. What we are saying is we want responsible development. We want to move forward in a way that all infrastructure and necessary supports are there to support growth as it happens.”

Public feedback on Flato’s MZO amendment can be sent to the Municipal Services Office — Eastern Ontario, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 8 Estate Lane, Kingston, ON, K7M 9A8 or by email to MSO-E@ontario.ca, referring to O.Reg. 771/21 on or before March 11, 2023.

Petitions

A petition was filed by residents of Norland asking to extend the existing pedestrian sidewalk in Norland from Morrison Street along the West side of Highway 35 to the Norland Post Office. There were 28 signatures on the electronic petition. Council asked Staff to provide a report by June 30, 2023.

CKL ADOPTS 2023 BUDGETS

At the Special Council meeting of February 28, 2023, Council deliberated and adopted the remaining 2023 Budgets, all totaLling $326 million, in keeping with forecasted increases of a 3 percent general tax levy increase and a 1.5 percent dedicated infrastructure levy used exclusively for roads and capital projects. This represents an estimated $32 tax increase per $100,000 of assessed value on residential properties.

Mayor Elmslie commented on the budget. “In a year when we’re seeing substantial increases across the board for goods and services ranging from construction contracts to equipment and fuel, I’m extremely pleased that we were able to hold the line

at 3 percent. There were decisions we had to make to keep the tax increases below the cost of living, and I thank staff and our various boards and committees for bringing in their requests with the taxpayer in mind. It is not an easy financial climate for anyone. We will look to future budgets to catch up on projects that can wait until interest rates are lower and we have the ability to finance them responsibly.

Meantime, this year we have a number of exciting projects on the go to benefit the community, from the design of a new Paramedic Headquarters to the finishing touches on the downtown Omemee project. We’re investing in our local parks, arenas and community centres, including a major renovation to the Coboconk Wharf. We’re readying for the growth boom we’re seeing take place, while looking after today’s needs. As always, we’re investing heavily into our roads with almost $27 million going to roads capital projects. I’d like to thank our new Council for their thoughtful study of the complexities of the budget and for working together to pass what I define as a lean budget.”

Operating Budget

The 2023 Operating Budget will support more than 200 services. Carolyn Daynes, City Treasurer, noted that the base budget is very close to the 2022 budget. With inflation costs exceeding 7 percent, staff were diligent in bringing budgets down to the 3 percent mark. Daynes pointed out two contributing factors to balancing the budget:

“Enhanced interest income from investment of funds has resulted in an increase in the 2023 budget of over $3 million in revenue. With the prime interest rate increasing, those investments are generating significantly better returns. Growth in assessment is generating an additional $2 million in revenue.”

With regard to staffing, which makes up nearly a third of the total operating budget, Deputy Mayor Richardson stated, “We need to continue to invest in staff to retain and attract talent. This is what will allow us to move forward to meet the growth and ensure we have a stable workforce to carry out City services.”

Council Commitments

The proposed budget was supplemented with funds from the anticipated 2022 operating budget surplus:

• An additional $1 million contribution to the Ross Memorial Hospital to support its active capital campaign.

• Council committed to establishing a grant fund to support local arts and cultural organizations for their operating requirements. In addition to that fund, a one-time $200,000 fund will be established to support community groups and will be modeled after successful pandemic recovery funding programs implemented in past years. The options and recommendations for both funding programs will be provided later this year.

• Funding was also approved for the Kawartha Lakes Museum and Archives, Kawartha Lakes Art Gallery, Chambers of Commerce and the Lindsay Downtown Business Improvement Association.

Water-wastewater Budget

The Capital and Operating portions of the Water-

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

Our Local ROYAL CANADIAN Legion News

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Deadline for the next issue is Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Branch 77 Lakefield (705)

• Tuesdays – Darts – 7:30pm

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• 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

• March 11 – St. Patrick’s Day Dance – 7:30pm - $15 per person – advance tickets are available at the Legion Hall

• March 25 – Dinner & Dancing – 5pm to 12midnight – J&J will perform - Legion members $30 – Non-members $35 –Call for tickets 705-738-2710

Branch 441 Kinmount (705) 488-3462

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

Branch 497 Omemee (705) 799-5095

• March 25 – Legion Dance – 7pm – Live entertainment with Stockdale Central – Classic country, new country, timeless classics – Tickets $15 each includes light meal, door prizes, 50/50 raffle – Call Legion for tickets - 705-799-5095

• April 29 – Acreman Dart Tournament

Branch 519 Coboconk (705) 454-8127

• March 18 - “Get Your Motor Running”

– Rockin’ Blues with the B&B Blues Band – Doors open at 6pm – Tickets $15 available at the Legion

• March 31 – Lunch & Music – 11:30 to 4pm – Ham & scalloped potatoes or liver and onions $13 from 11:30 to 1pm –Followed by Country Music Jam 1 to 4pm

– Open Mic and local talent – Food bank

• 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

– Mixed Teams – Register by April 22 – 16-team limit - $20 per person • Tuesdays – Darts – 7:30pm

• Thursdays – Mixed Darts – 7:30pm

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

donations would be appreciated

• Tuesdays – Euchre – 1pm

• Tuesdays – Open Darts – 7pm

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

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

• For more information contact Legion 705-454-8127

Branch 184 Woodville & District (705) 439-2397

• Tuesdays - Country Line Dancing Lessons – 7 to 9pm - $10 per person 4th Thursday – Luncheon – 11:30am to 1pm - Serving soup, sandwich and

Branch 67 Lindsay (705) 324-2613

• Mondays – Progressive Euchre – 7pm$5 per person

• For information about upcoming events

dessert with tea or coffee. $10pp. Take out orders, please call 705.439.2397.

and regular activities, call the Legion Branch at 705-324-2613 or follow us on Facebook

wastewater Budget was adopted at a total budget of $29 million. This budget ensures the safe and effective operation and capital needs of 21 water and 6 sewer treatment systems across the municipality. The Budget includes a 3 percent increase in user rates in keeping with the Long-Term Financial Plan and Water and Wastewater Rate Study. The municipality has approximately 13,000 water and sewer users that finance the entire Water-wastewater Budget. The new Water Meter Replacement project will roll out this year, providing users with a no-cost, mandatory upgrade to their meter which enables wifi data transfer. Special Projects

Budget

This $2 million budget includes a variety of projects that are one-time in nature and span multiple budget years. Many of the projects are studies and plans such as the Municipal Airport Business plan, Archeological Master Plan, Part Two of the Cultural Centre Feasibility Study and the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Other projects involve agencies and boards, such as the Flood Plain Mapping that continues through Kawartha Conservation and a Next Generation 911 system led by Kawartha Lakes Police Service.

The Capital Budget was adopted at the February 14, 2023 meeting. Read more about the $57.7 million Capital Budget.

For all Budget details and background, visit our Budget Page at www.kawarthalakes.ca/budget.

“BEE-LAW” AMENDMENTS

Members of the Kawartha Lakes community are asked to provide their opinion on the below proposed By-law amendment by completing the Building Pollinator Habits Survey on the Jump In, Kawartha Lakes website (www.jumpinkawarthalakes.ca).

The community’s vision for Kawartha Lakes is ‘Thriving and growing communities within a healthy and natural environment.’ To support this vision, the municipality adopted a Healthy Environment Plan in 2019.

The City was officially recognized as a Bee City by Bee City Canada in July 2017. The City of Kawartha Lakes became the 7th Bee City in Canada, and the 3rd in Ontario, following Toronto and Stratford. Pollinatorfriendly projects within the City are listed on our website.

“Pollinators are responsible for 1 out of 3 bites of food we take each day. They are essential for the health of our ecosystems and the health of many of our food crops. Let’s all do our part to create a thriving environment,” said Deborah Pearson, Kawartha Lakes Environmental Advisory Committee Chair.

To encourage climate resilience by building

pollinator habitats, the following By-law amendments will be proposed to Council.

“We must do all we can to protect pollinator habitat. This small change will go a long way to help maintain a healthy environment for pollinators to thrive in,” commented Pat Warren, Councillor Ward 2 and Member on the Environmental Advisory Committee for Kawartha Lakes.

Current By-law

• Allowed: plants and grass exceeding eight inches in height in open spaces, environmental protection areas, agricultural and rural areas, and areas within 30 metres of a waterfront, wetland, water body or watercourse.

• Not Allowed: plants and grass exceeding eight inches in height in urban residential or commercial areas that are not within 30 metres of a waterfront or wetland area.

Some plants often referred to as weeds include dandelion and clover.

Proposed amendment

• Change the definition of “Debris”, by removing “weeds and grass exceeding eight inches in height” from the definition. This allows and encourages naturalized gardens in urban residential, commercial and industrial areas.

• By-law to remain unchanged for open spaces, environmental protection areas, agricultural and rural areas, and areas within 30 metres of a waterfront, wetland, water body or watercourse.

• “Debris” will still include items such as litter and waste. This is not an opportunity for residents to neglect the upkeep of their lawns.

• Noxious weeds continue to be prohibited by the Weed Control Act.

• Property owners in Lindsay will still be required to maintain the height of grassed boulevards adjacent to their properties, pursuant to the Lindsay Boulevard By-law.

Why the change?

Naturalized gardens allow for:

• more effective pollination

• ecosystem biodiversity creates seeds and fruits that are part of an important food source for birds and ground animals

• slower erosion and overland water run off that enters into municipal drains and catch basins

• less use of pesticides, herbicides and fuel to maintain properties

RESIDENTS ASKED FOR INPUT

The City of Kawartha Lakes opened Victoria Manor long-term care home in October 1989. The 166-bed home is located at 220 Angeline Street South in Lindsay and has served the community and surrounding region since that time. As we look to the future of our growing community, Kawartha Lakes is taking steps to support this valuable resource and to plan for meeting the needs of our community.

In planning for the future, Kawartha Lakes has retained Colliers Project Leaders (Colliers) to review the Victoria Manor long-term care building and to develop a Master Plan for the home. As part of the

project, Colliers is asking for input of key stakeholders and the general public about current service levels and to answer important questions such as ‘do the building and spaces of the home meet current and future needs?’ and ‘what changes would be needed to benefit the community in the future?’.

“On the heels of the recent Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) Accreditation, we are excited to see what the future holds for Victoria Manor. Collecting feedback from family, friends, volunteers, staff and the general community is an important part of developing the home’s Master Plan,” commented Cheryl Faber, Director of Human Services for Kawartha Lakes.

Members of the Kawartha Lakes community can visit the Victoria Manor Master Plan through the City’s website at www.kawarthalakes.ca to complete the short, five-question survey.

CURBSIDE BATTERY COLLECTION

Curbside battery collection is back in the City of Kawartha Lakes. Your used batteries will be collected cubside from March 20 to 23 on your regularly scheduled collection day.

To dispose of your used batteries properly, please place them inside a clear, resealable bag and leave it on top of your fibre recycling materials at your curb by 7am on the morning of collection.

Why is recycling batteries so important?

• Batteries are considered hazardous waste. When they end up in our landfills and begin to rot, they emit chemicals that may leak into the ground. This harms the environment, including nearby animals, through the soil and water pollution it creates.

• Materials found in batteries can be recycled into many different things. For example, most batteries are 25% steel, which is 100% recyclable.

• Recycling batteries is free and helps keep unwanted items from entering our landfill sites. Each and every single item being diverted from our landfills helps further extend the life of our sites.

How do I properly recycle batteries?

• Put used or unwanted, single-use dry cell batteries inside a clear re-sealable bag (Ziploc or similar). Please cover 9V battery terminals with masking tape and cover both sides of button batteries with tape.

• Place the sealed bag on top or beside your paper recycling box on your regular collection day during the week of March 20, 2023.

• Do not place any loose batteries in your recycling box.

• Acceptable batteries include: A, AA, AAA, C, D, 9V, button batteries, and lantern batteries.

• Unacceptable batteries include: rechargeable batteries (for example laptop and cellphone batteries), automotive batteries and industrial batteries. These types of batteries can be brought to the Household Hazardous Waste depots for disposal at the Lindsay Ops and Fenelon landfills.

Each year, the municipality conducts two designated collection weeks for curbside battery pick up, however you can recycle batteries anytime at many different locations across the municipality. Use this helpful online tool to search for nearby drop off locations by using your postal code.

HOME RENOVATION ASSISTANCE

If you own your home and have been in need of repairs, energy efficient upgrades or accessibility changes, there may be help.

The City of Kawartha Lakes is participating in an Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative (OPHI) which was developed to help homeowners improve their living conditions by providing financial assistance to make repairs or accessibility changes.

Kawartha-Haliburton Renovates provides a forgivable loan up to $20,000 for repairs such as roofs, plumbing, heating, foundations, wells, septic systems, etc. Up to $5,000 is also available to reduce physical barriers such as ramps, handrails, chair and bath lifts, countertop height changes.

Applications will be reviewed on a priority basis based on income and the type of repair. Applications can be submitted until April 8, 2023.

Applicants must own their own home. The market value of their home must be at or below $564,751. The applicant’s household income cannot exceed these limits.

• 1 Bedroom - $36,000

• 2 Bedroom - $42,500

• 3 Bedroom - $48,000

• 4+ Bedroom - $59,500

Applicants must have adequate home insurance, be current with property taxes and mortgage payments and their home must be located in the City of Kawartha Lakes or the County of Haliburton.

Applications and further information are available on the City’s website at www.kawarthalakes.ca, or from the City of Kawartha Lakes Human Services Department by calling 705-324-9870 or 1-877-324-9870 or by emailing cklhumanservices@kawarthalakes.ca.

SHORT-TERM RENTAL UPDATE

The Kawartha Lakes Municipal By-law Enforcement and Licensing Office hosted a drop-in Short Term Rental (STR) Public Information Sessions on February 28.

The community was invited to City Hall in Lindsay to see the Short Term Rental survey results, read the new draft By-law, ask questions of Staff and learn the next steps in the process.

“Tuesday’s event was very well attended by the public and City staff; the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillors also attended to meet with the public and to generally discuss Short Term Rentals in Kawartha Lakes. All in attendance were very open to general discussion about Short Term Rentals, the industry and what is currently occurring to address issues as well as discussion about the future report to Council. The conversations were well balanced with STR owners

and other citizens discussing the information presented by staff,” said Aaron Sloan, Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing.

The meeting was attended by approximately 100 to 125 people with a mixture of both Short Term Rental owners/operators and residents affected by Short Term Rentals in attendance.

The City’s survey about Short Term Rentals closed on February 15, 2023 with over 1,000 responses. Here are some of the highlights from the survey results that were shared at the Public Information Session:

• 68% of survey respondents are supportive of Short Term Rentals in Kawartha Lakes

• 74% of survey respondents think that Short Term Rentals should be regulated and licensed in Kawartha Lakes

• 66% of survey respondents agree or somewhat agree that Short Term Rentals bring in Tourism spending

• The number one complaint regarding Short Term Rentals in Kawartha Lakes is loud noise/music

The full survey results, draft By-law, display boards and presentation that were shown at the Public Information Session can all be found on the City’s website at www.kawarthalakes.ca.

TRENT LAKES LIBRARY NEWS

If you’re looking for an activity to do with the kids over the March break, stop by the Buckhorn Branch of the Trent Lakes Library. They’re offering a daily drop-in with activities like crafts to keep the little ones entertained.

In addition, they’ll be holding their weekly active family Story Time for all ages. Come in for stories, songs, crafts and silliness! Held in the Children’s area of the Buckhorn branch every Wednesday at 11am.

The Buckhorn Branch of the Trent Lakes Library will be closed from March 20 to 27 for renovations.

TRENT LAKES PARTNERS WITH OUTREACH CENTRE

The Municipality of Trent Lakes and the Trent Lakes Outreach Centre Food Bank have partnered to create a second donation drop-off location in the area. Visitors can now bring donations to the municipal office anytime during its regular business hours.

Eligible food products include non-perishable canned meat, vegetables, pasta, pet food and water bottles. In addition to food, hygiene products, cleaning products and laundry products are also accepted. For monetary donations, debit and cash are

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accepted at the front counter of the municipality, or cheques made payable to Trent Lakes Outreach Centre. The drop-off location is located in the front foyer of the office, a high traffic area where residents stop in for municipal inquiries.

“Having a food bank drop-off at the municipal office is absolutely wonderful and complements our drop-off at the Buckhorn Community Centre,” says Peter Raymond, Chair of the Trent Lakes Outreach Centre Food Bank. “A special thank you to the very supportive municipal staff for all their time and energy in facilitating this arrangement and also a big shout out to a caring Trent Lakes citizen who submitted the suggestion to the municipality that was graciously acted upon. We are truly a caring community.”

According to Feed Ontario’s 2022 Hunger Report, the need for food banks and donations continue to rise. Fast statistics from the report include:

• 2 out of 3 food bank visitors have less than $100 left after paying their housing costs each month.

• 2 out of 3 food banks have experienced a noticeable decrease in food donations.

• 1 out of 5 food banks have not been able to purchase the same volume of food as before due to higher food prices.

• 2022 saw a 24% increase in the number of people accessing food banks compared to 2021. Donations will be picked up by volunteers and distributed along with other donations at Lakehurst Hall once a month. The Trent Lakes Outreach Centre is currently the main food bank within Trent Lakes, although residents are also welcome to use the Kinmount & Area Food Bank which serves both Kawartha Lakes and Trent Lakes.

“After a resident made the suggestion to allow donations at the municipal office, we were more than happy to work with the centre to accommodate the request,” says Donna Teggart, CAO/Treasurer for the Municipality of Trent Lakes. “We are always looking for ways to increase support in the community.”

MURAL ART PROJECT

A Place Called Home and the Kawartha Art Gallery, with financial support from the United Way CKL women’s group, United Women Helping Others (UWHO), is excited to announce their new Mural Art Project, to increase homeless awareness in the City of Kawartha Lakes and the County of Haliburton.

Grade 11 and Grade 12 Art TLDSB residing in the City of Kawartha Lakes and the County of Haliburton are invited to submit a piece of artwork representing their artistic vision of homelessness and how it impacts them and their community. The Call for Submissions closes on April 30th and the selected winner will be notified on May 15, 2023. The Mural Art will be completed inside A Place Called Home’s shelter where all clients will be able to enjoy!

Homelessness deeply impacts residents in the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County. To get an accurate snapshot of homelessness in our community, the City of Kawartha Lakes in partnership with other community agencies that support the homeless completed a combined Point in Time and Registry

Week count during the week of Sept 13- 17, 2021. 184 households were found to be homeless. Youth make up 16% of the overall population of people experiencing homelessness.

Jen Lopinski, Fund Development Coordinator at A Place Called Home says, “Increasing homeless awareness in our youth, in our communities, is key in overcoming stigma and finding real solutions for those who are unsheltered. There is too much stigma surrounding homelessness and our goal is to improve those perceptions through the meaningful expression of art.”

“Kawartha Art Gallery is proud to have this opportunity to partner with A Place Called Home in creating this opportunity for the youth of our community to share their perspectives on homelessness through their creativity,” said Susan Taylor, Executive Director Kawartha Art Gallery

For those interested in learning more about the Mural Art Project, please visit the Kawartha Art Gallery’s website at www.kawarthagallery.com.

KLAC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The Kawartha Lakes Arts Council is holding their Annual General Meeting on April 4 from 7 to 9pm at the Fenelon Falls Seniors Centre.

Bev Jeeves will be making a presentation about Anne Langton, a Fenelon Falls resident in the early 1800s who contributed so much to the town through her journals and her artwork. This is sure to be an engaging presentation.

Paid members have voting privileges, but all are welcome to attend.

You can find out more at kawarthalakesartscouncil. com.

FUNDING FOR CHILD CARE

In February, Hon. Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education and MPP Laurie Scott visited the Lindsay Child Care Program, Compass Early Learning and Care operating out of St. Dominic’s Catholic Elementary School.

During their visit, they announced funding to open 443 new child care spaces in Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton by the end of 2026. This will be a 40 percent increase in total spaces available, bringing the 2026 childcare access rate in Kawartha Lakes up to the new provincial minimum standard.

Priority Communities

• Northwest Kawartha Lakes (Kirkfield, Coboconk, Woodville)

• Haliburton (West Guildford, Eagle Lake, Cardiff, Wilberforce, Gooderham, Minden, Algonquin Highlands)

• Lindsay East (east side of Scugog River and outskirts)

• Northeast Kawartha Lakes (Fenelon Falls, Bobcaygeon, Kinmount)

• Southwest Kawartha Lakes (Janetville, Little Britain)

• Southeast Kawartha Lakes (Pontypool, Bethany,

Omemee) Requirements

• Minimum Square Footage: 8,000 to 10,000 square feet on or below the second story

• Large green space adjacent to building for outdoor play that can be fenced,

• Parking for staff (12 – 14 spaces) and drop off parking capacity for parents

• Kitchen space with capacity to add commercial sized appliances

• Indoor space natural light requirement: Window area equivalent to 10% of floor area

Individuals or businesses with appropriate space are encouraged to contact cklhumanservices@ kawarthalakes.ca.

HELP REDUCE HUNGER

Kawartha Lakes Food Source is teaming up with Hobart’s Restaurant to host ‘Take a Bite Out of Hunger’: a 3-course gala dinner featuring an entirely new, curated food and drink menu for this night with almost entirely locally sourced ingredients!

The fundraising event will take place on April 18, 2023, beginning with cocktail hour and live music at 6:30pm, and cuisine and some fanfare beginning at 7:30pm. Guests will also have an opportunity to enter a raffle, where the lucky winner will receive a brand-new cooler filled with local beer. All of the after-cost proceeds will be donated to Kawartha Lakes Food in support of their mission to end hunger in the community.

With the continued rise in food bank use at their member food banks, Kawartha Lakes Food Source has been working to expand their programming to meet the needs of the community. Growing their operations and initiatives means searching for more food reclamation sources, buying more food in bulk, increasing staff, finding more ways to educate the public about hunger, and coordinating more fundraising opportunities. As a not-for-profit organization that receives no regular government funding, Kawartha Lakes Food Source relies on the generosity and commitment of the community to fulfill their goals, support their members, and feed those that are hungry.

Tickets cost $75 per person and include your choice of appetizer, entrée, and desert from the event menu, which has vegan and vegetarian options for each course. Seating is limited, so make sure to purchase tickets early.

To buy tickets for Take a Bite Out of Hunger, call 705-3224-0707 or visit the website at www. kawarthalakesfoodsource.com.

FROZEN MEALS ON WHEELS

Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes has announced their new Frozen Meals on Wheels online ordering system is now live!

Visit the website at www.mow.ccckl.ca and browse our great selection of delicious frozen meals. There is something for everyone with a number of meat, vegetarian and gluten free options available to order.

For the month of March, you can also receive 25% off your frozen meals when you place an order online. Place your order at www.mow.ccckl.ca and use coupon code XC2ECYYT at checkout to receive 25% off your order! The coupon code is valid from March 1 - March 31, 2023 and is subject to product availability. The coupon code may only be used for orders placed online and is not valid for telephone orders.

Let them do the cooking and place your order today!

NOMS OPEN FOR ACCESSIBILITY CHAMPIONS

While you are going about your day, be mindful of those who face accessibility challenges and those who make the extra effort to help mitigate those challenges.

At least 22 percent of Canadians encounter daily challenges due to disabilities and many unsung heroes are doing their part to try and level the playing field to create equal access to community life. To shed light on the challenges and recognize the community’s

Accessibility Champions, each spring the Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee (KLAAC), a group of volunteers that advises Council, seeks out the accessibility leaders of our community — employers, program designers, service providers, shopkeepers, friends and families — to celebrate them in a special award ceremony. These are the people who go above and beyond the casual helping hand, who thoughtfully initiate improvements to overcome barriers to inclusion.

You can nominate someone for the 2023 Accessibility Awareness Recognition Award by completing a link to an online form at www. kawarthalakes.ca. Nominations are welcome all year; the deadline for 2023 nominations is Friday March 24, 2023.

There are a variety of categories to nominate for:

• A business, group or individual: A person or group that has made an outstanding contribution in the past year to improve or promote awareness around accessibility.

• New building or modification: An innovative infrastructure project followed the design principles and removed barriers for individuals with disabilities.

• Barbara McArthur Memorial Award of Distinction: In memory of Barbara McArthur, the founder and first Chair of the KLAAC, the nominee has devoted time and energy beyond normal expectations and promoted public awareness and education.

The pandemic has seen even more accessibility challenges than usual, with limitations to services, access to groceries and essentials, barriers to communications and the need to social distance and isolate. There are countless ways you may have crossed paths with an accessibility champion.

SPRING REC PROGRAM SIGN-UP BEGINS

The Parks and Recreation Division is pleased to offer a variety of aquatics, fitness and leisure programs for all ages and interests this spring.

Registration for the spring session will take place online through the Kawartha Lakes Online Program Registration website. Pre-registration will be required for all programs.

The Spring 2023 Kawartha Lakes Community Guide is now available online. This comprehensive digital publication highlights all program offerings this spring and provides details regarding upcoming special events, major projects and much more.

A variety of Fitness programs as well as Membership opportunities will be offered at the Lindsay Recreation Complex and Forbert Memorial Pool and Workout Centre in Bobcaygeon. For further information visit the Fitness page.

Swimming lessons and public swimming will take place in Lindsay and Bobcaygeon this spring. All swimmers will continue to be required to pre-register ahead of time for their desired swim time online. For details visit the Pools and Swimming page.

Several leisure programs will be offered this spring, including an Introduction to Digital Photography course in Fenelon Falls and a Women’s Ball Hockey League at the Oakwood Community Centre. To learn more visit the Leisure Programs page.

WINTERFEST A SUCCESS FOR FIVE COUNTIES

Submitted by Bill

Eekhof

If area residents are tired of winter, those feelings didn’t stop them from embracing Winterfest 2023.

Local residents, donors and corporate sponsors stepped up to support Winterfest in a big way, helping to raise $30,125 to cover treatment services for kids at Five Counties Children’s Centre.

Winterfest is an annual ‘fun’draising event for Five Counties that, this year, was held over the recent Family Day long weekend with a series of virtual and in-person festivities. The amount raised this year surpasses the nearly $20,000 raised at Winterfest in 2022.

“We want to thank the support of the community, especially our staff, volunteers, families, donors and businesses who contributed to this year’s success,” says Scott Pepin, CEO of Five Counties. “We know our community is very generous, and once again, that has shone through!”

This year, Canadian Tire stores in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg, Campbellford and Fenelon Falls again stepped up as the lead sponsor of Winterfest.

Proceeds from Winterfest go to support Five Counties’ Building Abilities for Life Campaign, which helps ensure kids can get essential therapies so they can

be their best. “The Building Abilities For Life Campaign is important because it helps address current wait lists for services like occupational therapy and speechlanguage therapy,” Pepin says. “We know the earlier a child can receive treatment, the more likely it is they can reach their full potential.”

Five Counties has been dedicated to supporting children and youth with physical, developmental and communications needs for more than 45 years. In 2022/23, Five Counties is on track to support more than 6,000 kids/youth and their families in our region.

SENIORS CLUB RECEIVES DONATION

The executive of 100 Women Who Care were very pleased to present The Fenelon Falls Senior Citizens’ Club with a donation of $ 14,550.00 from their February 2023 meeting.

The Fenelon Falls Senior’s Club were very excited to receive this donation which will help provide much needed upgrades to their club facility. These upgrades will make it possible for the Club to offer a variety of programs to the community.

Since their inception in 2016, 100 Women Who Care Kawartha Lakes has donated $329,470.00 to charities that serve the City of Kawartha Lakes.

If you are interested in joining 100 Women Who Care, visit www.100womenkawarthalakes.ca and fill out the registration form.

The next meeting of the group takes place on Thursday June 15, 2023 at The Pie Eyed Monk in Lindsay.

CURLING CLUB CHAMPS

Bobcaygeon Curling Club members Wayne Shea and Morris Anderson won the Ontario Stick 2 on 2 championship held in Kinston Ontario on February 12.

They will be representing Ontario at the National Championship on March 30 to April 3 in Nanaimo, BC.

Wayne and Morris were born in Bobcaygeon. Wayne prepares the ice for the club and Morris and his family were the builders of the current location.

(L-R) Cheryl Dyer, Sandi Evans, Joan Cohen, Margaret Cunningham, Pam Dermedy, Carol Ann Gallant, Rosemary McColeman

WINTER WARM UP

From the Fenelon Falls Chamber

As we wait with anticipation for spring ,it’s the perfect time to tempt your inner foodie with a treat from your favourite barista, a gathering of family and friends at a local restaurant or new menu idea from our specialty food shops during our Winter Warm Up Event!

Participation is easy and winning is even easier. Here’s what you need to know;

1. Make a purchase(s) at any Fenelon Falls cafe, bakery, restaurant or specialty food shop between until March 15, 2023. Eligible Specialty food shops include Country Cupboard, The General Store and Thurston’s Family Butcher Shop.

2. Email a photo of your receipt to hello@ explorefenelonfalls.com or drop off your receipt with your name and contact number at the Chamber Office at 15 Oak Street by Friday, March 17th at 4pm.

3. That’s it - you’ve done it!

4. Multiple entries are acceptable so have fun trying something new at more than one restaurant, cafe or shop!

Eligible entries will be chosen randomly to win one of three prize packages the week of March 20. You can find out more at www.explorefenelonfalls. com.

TIME TO SPRING FORWARD

The “dark days” of winter are almost over!

Daylight Saving Time (DST) returns on Sunday, March 12, when the time will jump forward by one hour, starting at 2am, making the mornings darker earlier and the night lighter later.

This will make March 12 the shortest day of the year, with 23 hours in the day.

So before you go to bed on March 11, make sure you set your analog devices (the microwave, stovetop, clocks and watches) ahead one hour. Your digital and WiFi devices should make the switch automatically. Spring is coming!

KID’S CAMPS IN BUCKHORN

Treat your kids to some fun time this summer at one of the summer camps being offered at the Buckhorn Community Centre.

YMCA Camps

The Balsillie Branch of the YMCA in Peterborough is offering six one-week camps for kids of all ages. Each camp has been specially designed for the specific age group, presenting new themes each week.

The camps run Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm July 3 to 7, July 10 to 14, July 17 to 21, July 24 to 28, July 31 to August 4 and August 8 to 11.

The fee is $225 per week for YMCA members, $250 per week for non-members. You can find out more at www.ymcaofceo.ca.

Art in the Heart of Buckhorn

Retired school teacher Ellen Dumas will teach your up-and-coming artists different forms of art – from sketching, clay modelling, painting and who knows

what else?

The camp runs from July 10 to 14 from 9:30am to 4pm for children aged 7 to 14 years old. . The cost is $225 per child for BCC members and $235 per child for non-members and includes all supplies. You are asked to send along a lunch or snack with your child.

To register, call 705-657-8833. Payment can be made by cheque, credit card, etransfer or cash.

Musical Theatre Boot Camp

For the child who loves singing, dancing and acting, this is the camp for them! From July 24 to 28, Camp Director Jennifer Harding will take the kids through some fun exercises to bring their talent to light.

Jennifer’s credits include Mama Mia! (International and UK Tour), Funny Girl (UK and Cinematic Release) and Legally Blond.

Space for kids 6 to 12 is limited. For details and costs, contact jennifer_meaghan@hotmail.com.

FREE TAX CLINIC

On Friday, March 24, the Lions are hosting a free tax clinic from 9am to 1pm. This event is being offered by The Salvation Army.

You can follow the Bobcaygeon Lion’s Club on Facebook.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN COBOCONK/NORLAND

Spring Community Dinner

Residents in Coboconk are invited to Pioneer Church for a Community Dinner from 5pm to 6:30pm on Saturday, March 18.

Costs for the dinner are $10 for adults and $5 for children aged 7 and under. Proceeds will go the Coboconk Food Bank.

Gone Country Spring Dance

Get your cowboy boots out and make your way to the Norland Ward Park Rec Centre on Saturday, April 22! Tribute artist Rick Jones will be channelling his inner Alan Jackson and George Jones to offer up some “good, ol’ fashioned little bitty hometown fun.”

The dance runs from 7pm to 11:55pm. Tickets are $30 per person for this licensed, age-of-majority event.

You can find out more at coboconknorland.ca.

URGENT CARE CLINIC

The City of Kawartha Lakes Family Health Team is offering an urgent care clinic run by nurses, nurse practitioners and social workers for the residents of the City of Kawartha Lakes who do not currently have a family doctor or nurse practitioner, anywhere in Ontario.

The clinic is located at 55 Angeline St. North, Lindsay, Suite 2/3 (Giant Tiger Plaza) and offers appointments on Fridays only between 10am to 2pm. The clinic will see patients by appointment only.

Book your appointment by phone or online on Fridays between 8am to 9:30am. Call 705-328-9853 Ext. 296 or book online at www.cklfamilyhealthteam. com/urgent-care-clinic/.

Horoscopes

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) “Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still.”: Chinese Proverb. Aquarius, take time and keep moving at your own pace, not how the world wants you to move. Set your own tempo.

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) Life is beckoning from all around, Pisces, in places you may not be able to imagine. Expect the unexpected! Then follow whatever comes next!

Aries (March 21 to April 20) It could be time to slip out of your comfort zone, Aries, and explore new-toyou ways of living life! Don’t be afraid to welcome fresh ideas and experiences - you know, the ones you’ve always wanted to do but haven’t . . . yet.

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Taurus, it is possible to be assertive and achieve your goals without being nasty or controlling of others. Be firm regarding what you want, but treat others the way you would hope to be treated.

Gemini (May 22 to June 22) Be wary of any selfproclaimed do-gooders in the coming days, Gemini. You will know them when you see them, we hope. They are only in your life to improve their own circumstances, not yours.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) You may be feeling pulled in all sorts of different ways during this phase, Cancer. Remember you cannot help everyone all the time. You have to pick your moments and definitely ask others to pitch in, as well.

March 10 to 23, 2023

By Melodie McCullough

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Keep those creative juices flowing, dear Leo. You have a lot to offer the world. As well, being creative is an ideal way to give yourself “me” time, whether anyone else sees your work or you do it just for YOU.

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) You can stop watching the clock all the time, Virgo, and focus, instead, on quality over quantity. Slow down and let your mind slide towards doing the best job ever, no matter how long it takes!

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Bad habits can always be broken, Libra, if you have the strength and desire, PLUS lots of support! You cannot change things by yourself!

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Learn to be kind and gentle to yourself, Scorpio, before all others. Would you treat a friend the way you treat yourself? Telling them they’re losers; telling them they can’t do anything right? Of course not. You would be understanding and helpful. Do that for YOU.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21)Please don’t hurt the ones you love, Sag. They may not be ‘letting on’ that your behaviour is harming their relationship with you. You need to ask yourself if you can do better.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Self-care! Self-care! We can’t say this enough, Capricorn. Your body and mind will continue to become more and more weary if you do not act now to rescue them!

SERVICES GOPHER

Dump runs

Eavestrough cleaning

Private security

Monica Stanley 705-738-6364

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.

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. Our new furnace with special Hepa Filter is great

REGULAR WEEKLY GAMES:

Tuesdays 1:00 p.m. Euchre

Wednesday 1:00 p.m. drop in with Darts, Sorry bid Euchre cancelled till April.

Thursday 1:00 p.m. Bridge 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.

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 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 this fun group

For more info 705324-7323 ext 186 or info@ccckl.ca

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