The Kawartha Promoter - October 7, 2022 - Volume 32 Issue 18

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OVER THE BACK FENCE

Thanksgiving weekend is here, the leaves are falling creating a canvas of orange and red on the lawn, and Mother Nature has deemed it sweater weather at last.

With all the bad stuff we hear about on newscasts and see on social media, it’s even more important that we take this weekend (and, frankly more time on a regular basis) to be thankful for what we have. As you gather with friends and family to nosh on a turkey leg this weekend, ask everyone around the table to say at least one thing they are thankful for. It can be anything – a pet, a new job, a friendship, love, community ... anything really.

I have a list, too.

I am thankful to be back onstage for dinner theatre at the Buckhorn

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Community Centre which opens the end of the month. After two and half years, I can’t wait to hear people laughing again!

I am thankful for my family and friends who continue to support and love me.

I am thankful for my community, who show their generosity of spirit and willingness to help others.

I am thankful for first responders, police and those who work in our healthcare system for their devotion to their jobs as they continue to navigate through the ongoing waves of COVID-19.

I am thankful for the food on my table and for the farmers who grow it. And I am truly thankful for Larry, my cat.

We’ve had a tough couple of years, folks. But we’ve made it this far together. We have to keep it up ... be safe, be wise and most of all, be kind to one another. It’s the smallest thing you do that could have a big impact on someone else. Happy Thanksgiving!

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AMBULANCE SERVICES

The Ontario government is investing nearly $764 million in the province’s annual Land Ambulance Service Grant (LASG) to help municipalities facing increased cost pressures in their emergency departments. As part of this funding, Kawartha Lakes will receive $5,454,794 to support the hiring of additional paramedics, wage and cost of living adjustments and general ambulance services operation to meet the needs of the local community.

“The Land Ambulance Service Grant is great news for the residents of Kawartha Lakes”, said Laurie Scott, MPP for Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock. “This investment of over $5 million will be used to support hiring paramedics, and support ambulance operational costs which will increase ambulance availability across the City of Kawartha Lakes.”

Through the LASG, municipalities receive funding for 50 per cent of the costs for their land ambulance operations. This funding is part of the government’s commitment to building a modern, sustainable, and connected emergency health system that supports every Ontarian on their health care journey. This also supports the government’s work on the Plan to Stay Open: Health System Stability and Recovery, to ease pressures on our health care system, hire more health care workers and providing the right care in the right place to Ontarians.

In addition, the Ontario government is also continuing to fund 100 percent of costs for Central Ambulance Communications Centres (CACCs) to dispatch ambulances, helping to deliver equitable emergency health services to Ontarians across the province.

BGC KAWARTHAS GETS

PROVINCIAL CASH

The Ontario Government is investing $13.5 million through Ontario’s After School Program to support 110 organizations throughout the 2022-2023 school year, making sure opportunities are available for children and youth to be active and healthy. As part of this funding, BGC Kawarthas will receive $173,750 to allow for more after-school recreational activities, safe supervised sports, and opportunities for children to develop leadership skills and improve personal wellness.

“The experience of the past two years has highlighted the importance of sport and recreation

programs to individual and community well-being,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport. “These programs are at the heart of Ontario’s communities and our government is committed to working with our partners, educators and community leaders to support opportunities for children, youth and families to be active and healthy.”

Through Ontario’s After School Program, more than 20,000 children and youth, from kindergarten to Grade 12, have access to safe supervised sports and recreational activities in 80 communities across the province, including 11 First Nations communities. In addition to helping the kids of Kawartha Lakes stay active and engaged in unstructured play and activities such as Basketball, Dancing, or Soccer, Ontario’s After School Program also helps children enhance their nutritional education, build higher self-esteems, and, more importantly, creates a positive and equitable anti-bullying atmosphere.

“After school programs are important for supporting local youth across our community. The grant provided to BGC Kawarthas allows funds to be used to enhance recreational activities that aim to keep our community’s youth physically active and healthy” said MPP Laurie Scott, Haliburton–Kawartha Lakes–Brock.

KL PARKS PDATES

At the City of Kawartha Lakes Council meeting on September 27, the Kawartha Lakes Parks Advisory Committee provided the following updates: Winter use of parks

With an increase in park usage over the few years, the Parks Advisory Committee requested that the municipality investigate opportunities to support and increase winter use in parks and on trails by plowing parking areas adjacent to some parks and trails. The correspondence was received by Council and referred to staff for review with a report back by June 30, 2023. This report will provide an overview of the potential parks that could be considered for winter use including what associated costs and staff requirements. Off-leash dog parks

With an increase in the usage of the off-leash dog park at the Ken Reid Conservation Area over the last few years, the Parks Advisory Committee, requested that the City investigate opportunities to create additional off-leash dog areas in Lindsay. The correspondence was received by Council and referred to staff for review with a report back by June 30, 2023 on the existing off-leash dog park policy, any updates that are required and any options that are available for

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Bobcaygeon Boyd Building Status Report

After public consultation and a decision by the Library Board, the City has moved the Bobcaygeon Public Library branch from the Boyd Building into its new location at the expanded Bobcaygeon Service Centre. A grand re-opening will take place in mid to late October to celebrate this exciting project and $1.5 million investment into community services.

The A. Shiela Boyd Foundation wishes to maintain the Boyd Building as a heritage designated community hub including offering rental of the former library space to the public. The Foundation is requesting the City provide a one-time operating grant to assist with the transition, provide insurance coverage for the facility and have an agreement on the future of the Boyd Heritage Museum. These items will come to forward to the new Council to consider.

OTF GRANTS SUPPORT KLFS

Recently, local MPP Laurie Scott met with the team at Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) to hear more about how two recent grants, totalling $109,400, to the organization have helped make a difference. The opportunity coincided with the non-profit’s 20th Anniversary commemorative activities.

“Kawartha Lakes Food Source has been a constant resource serving our community in many capacities. The two Ontario Trillium Foundation grants are being used to support many members in the community, by teaching valuable skills while offering support to those experiencing food insecurity,” said MPP Scott.

In early 2020, Kawartha Lakes Food Source received a $74,000 Seed grant to launch an innovative Food Literacy program that has provided more than 300 community members with the tools, ingredients, and skills required to cook at home. The second grant, a $35,400 Resilient Communities Fund grant, was awarded in 2021 to fund a complete overhaul of the KLFS fundraising strategy to bring the organization into the digital age and up to speed with best industry practices.

In addition to in-person and virtual cooking classes, the Food Literacy program saw community members of all ages participating in garden workshops at KLFS’s Open Gardens. Participants learned about planting, growing, and harvesting produce and gained a deeper understanding of our food systems and the principals of food sovereignty. Thanks to the $74,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, citizens of Lindsay experiencing food insecurity have gained additional skills and capacity for self-determination within our food system.

“The impact of these Ontario Trillium Foundation grants cannot be overstated,” said Heather Kirby, Executive Director of Kawartha Lakes Food Source. “They have allowed us to build skill and confidence in the kitchen as well as to completely evaluate and update our donor stewardship activities.”

Kawartha Lakes Food Source is a community effort to reduce hunger in the City of Kawartha Lakes by maintaining a central distribution centre to supply food to organizations that provide food to individuals

“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, October 5, 2022

Branch 77 Lakefield (705) 652-7988

• The Legion Hall is open Thursday 12:30 -10:00; Friday 12:30-11:00;

Saturday 12:30 - 6:00

• Call 705-652-7988 for current events

Branch 238 Fenelon Falls (705) 887-3041

• Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday during July & August, BBQ on the patio from

11:30am to 1:30pm

• Hall rental available – Contact Branch for details

Branch 239 Bobcaygeon (705) 738-2710

• Wednesday - Drop in darts7p.m. $5 per person

• Thursday - Drop in shuffleboard - 6:30 pm. Cost is $5 per person per week

• Tuesday Night Doubles Dart League – Competitive league –8pm - $5 per person per night – Limited to 40 players, please call the Branch to register

Branch 441 Kinmount (705) 488-3462

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

Branch 497 Omemee (705) 799-5095

• October 12 –Ron Ashmore Meet & Greet –4:30pm to 8:30pm

• October 22 –Jim & The Jammers fro 11am to 6pm - There’s music, dancing, 2-50/50 draws, and delicious food provided by the Omemee

Branch 519 Coboconk (705) 454-8127

• October 15 – Loonie Auction – 7pm

• October 28 – Lunch from 11:30am to 1pm – BBQ Chicken or Liver & Onions - $13 –Followed by Country Music Jam 1pm to 4pm – Open Mic & Local Talent – Food Bank Donations appreciated

• Saturdays - Meat Draw Weekly at 5pm

Swans Club.

• October 25 – Seniors’ Luncheon – 12pm to 3pm

• Tuedays – Darts – 7:30pm

• Thursdays – Mixed Darts Team Play – 7:30pm

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

• Tuesdays – Euchre – 1pm

• Tuesdays and Thursdays – Sea Cadets (12 to 18 years) – 6:30pm

• Saturdays - Music & Meat Roll - Music starts at 2pm, Meat Roll at 3pm

• 1st Wednesday – Big Buck Bid Euchre – 11am

• For more information contact Legion 705-454-8127

in need, raising public awareness, and working in concert with other local not-for-profit organizations. More information about the work being done by KLFS and how community members can get involved can be found at kawarthalakesfoodsource.com or call 705324-0707.

The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) mission is to build healthy and vibrant communities across Ontario. As an agency of the Government of Ontario, and one of Canada’s leading granting foundations, last year, OTF invested nearly $209M into 2,042 community projects and partnerships, which included funding for the Government of Ontario’s Community Building Fund. Since 2020, OTF has supported Ontario’s economic recovery by helping non-profit organizations rebuild and recover from the impacts of COVID-19. Visit otf.ca to learn more.

MORE NURSE PRACTITIONERS FOR LTC

The Ontario government is investing $57.6 million over the next three years to recruit and retain up to 225 additional nurse practitioners in the longterm care sector through the new Hiring More Nurse Practitioners (HMNP) for Long-Term Care program.

“This investment supports our plan to bolster staffing in long-term care and continue to address the need for more health care capacity across the sector,” said Paul Calandra, Minister of Long-Term Care. “Recruiting and retaining more nurse practitioners will not only improve health outcomes for our residents but also provide opportunities for growth and learning for staff within long--term care homes.”

Nurse Practitioners are registered nurses who have an advanced university education and who may work in the long-term care sector as part of a health care team that develops, implements, and evaluates residents’ care plans. They also provide leadership and mentorship to other staff, enhancing their knowledge and ability to care for residents.

As part of the program, long-term care homes can request funding for eligible employment expenses including salary, benefits, and overhead costs for newly hired nurse practitioners. The funding also provides up to $5,000 in relocation support for nurse practitioners who are hired to work full-time in rural communities and who have agreed to provide a minimum of 12 months of service.

The HMNP initiative was announced as part of the Fall Economic Statement in 2021 and also highlighted in the government’s Plan to Stay Open: Health System Stability & Recovery, released on August 18, 2022. This investment also supports the government’s LongTerm Care Staffing Plan, which was launched in 2020 and sets out actions to educate, train and help recruit tens of thousands of new health care staff through partnerships with professional associations, long-term care homes, and education and training providers, so that homes can provide an average of four hours of direct care per day to residents.

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PREPARE TO VOTE IN CKL

With the 2022 Municipal Election around the corner, the City of Kawartha Lakes is providing this information to ensure you are prepared to vote.

Internet and Telephone Voting

City of Kawartha Lakes Council has approved the sole use of internet and telephone voting for the 2022 Municipal Election. Electors will be able to vote online or by telephone anywhere they have an internet or telephone connection. Voting assistance will also be available, with computers and/or touchscreen kiosks at City Hall (26 Francis Street, Lindsay), all Municipal Service Centres and select Kawartha Lakes Libraries.

When is the voting period?

Similar to the 2018 election, voters will be given 10 days and 2 ways to cast their vote. Voting begins Friday October 14 at 9am and closes Monday October 24 at 8pm.

What do I need to vote?

Voting PIN Letters with access codes are being mailed prior to the first day of voting. If you do not receive your Voting PIN Letter in the mail by October 11, you will be able to obtain your Voting PIN Letter from the Election Office at City Hall or at any Municipal Service Centre.

How can I make sure I am on the Voters’ List?

To vote for Kawartha Lakes City Council or School Board Trustee election, you must be on the Voters’ List. Confirm you are on the list by checking the online Voter Registration Portal at www.kawarthalakes.ca/ voterslist. If you are not on the Voters’ List, you can register online until October 23, or come in to any Municipal Service Centre or City Hall until 8pm on October 24 to be added. Remember to bring a valid piece of identification with you such as a driver’s licence proving your identity and address in Kawartha Lakes.

Are there polling stations or paper ballots?

With internet and telephone voting, there are no polling stations or paper ballots. However, voting assistance is available at all Municipal Service Centres and select Kawartha Lakes Library branches. Don’t forget to bring your Voting PIN Letter with you.

Offices to be elected and certified candidates

The official candidate list has been published and is available on the municipal website at www. kawarthalakes.ca/candidateslist. There are races for Mayor, all eight City Councillor positions, and School Board Trustees (other than the French Separate School Board, where the candidate was acclaimed). Visit the website for the complete list, as well as all relevant election information.

Where can I watch the election results?

You are invited to the Armory in Lindsay (doors open at 7:30pm) to catch the election results after 8pm or you can visit www.kawarthalakes.ca/election for the election results.

The election results will be shared in the hours following 8pm, after everyone receiving voting assistance has voted, and they have been tabulated and verified for their validity and integrity.

PREPARE TO VOTE IN TRENT LAKES

For those voting in Trent Lakes, you should have received your Voter Information by mail that includes a PIN to identify you when you vote.

Voting Period

You can start voting online or by phone on Tuesday, October 11 at 10am. Voting will close Monday, October 24 at 8pm.

To Vote by Paper Ballot, you can vote on Monday, October 24 at the Trent Lakes Municipal Office (760 Peterborough County Road 36) between 10am and 8pm.

How Can I Vote?

Using your PIN and date of birth, you can by internet or phone during the voting period above or by paper in-person ballot on Voting Day only at the posted times.

• Internet: Type this website address -- https:// trentlakes.simplyvoting.com – into your web browser and follow the instructions.

• Phone: Dial and follow the instructions – in Canada and the US at 1-866-535-1099 or outside North America at 1-343-655-0294.

If you need more information, visit www. trentlakes.ca.

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MAYORAL CANDIDATES RESPOND TO ISSUES

In the last issue of The Kawartha Promoter, we printed seven issues that were submitted by our readers for Mayoral Candidates in the City of Kawartha Lakes. We then sent those issues to the candidates for their response, a maximum of 500 words. Some of the responses have been edited for space and grammar.

Municipal politics is uniquely challenging. Convince me that you understand how it works and use specific examples of times you’ve successfully led a group to get the job done effectively.

Bill Denby:

My experience dealing with the Federal and Provincial governments, representing thousands of dairy farmers on issues that affected their businesses, plus working with both Federal and Provincial governments on International Trade Agreements over a span of 40 years makes me the best qualified candidate. As well, I have owned my own businesses since the age of 19.

Pat Dunn:

You listen to all sides, you find a solution that works for you and the majority of Council. If you can’t

arrive at a compromise, you make a decision and try and convince four other Councillors to support you. 40km/h speed limit in every urban centre is a perfect example.

Doug Elmslie:

I’ve been a Councillor for 16 years. I think I’m uniquely qualified to become Mayor because of my experience, my knowledge and my background.

Faye McGee:

My husband and I have both been volunteers in and around our community for 50 years. Many committees, boards, fund raisers etc. In that time I also was a member of the Minor Variance Committee and then I became part of the Fenelon Township council, first a councillor, then Deputy Reeve, and then Reeve. As Deputy Reeve and as Reeve I also served on Victoria County Council and was chair of several committees such as: OPP, Social Services just to name a couple. Presently I am a Director/Secretary of the Fenelon Agricultural Society and also a member of the Fenelon Falls Cemetery Board.

Jim Riches:

One of the reasons I am running for the top Council position is because I am not a politician. I have an

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engineering background and have worked in the Politics of the Public sector for 20 years. The CKL municipal government is paid to talk and send emails just like the top directors I am frustrated by every single day. The best example is I solved a 14-day issue that had been discussed by senior management via email, by simply getting off the computer, physically walking into a room and opening a box. The CKL needs more value for management to get up and physically address the problems outlined in their emails.

Kathleen Seymour-Fagan:

You are right, municipal politics is uniquely challenging. I feel politics has become too divisive and intolerant and that is something I will work to change. Decisions by municipal council have the most impact on our lives. I am a cofounder of Impact 32, a group that initiates village improvements and activities to drive year round tourism in Bobcaygeon.

The public boat launch on O’Reilly Lane is not maintained the city. The neighbours cut the lawn but the ramp itself needs fixing as the dirt and stone has eroded as well as the trees and bushes coming

to discourage boaters from using the neighbouring driveways to line up their boat to the launch area.

Bill Denby:

I am very familiar with the boat launch at O’Reilly Lane as I lived at 27 O’Reilly Lane for 4 years. Back then, Councillor Pat O’Reilly would bring his backhoe and clean up around the boat launch area. He told everyone that he was going to have the City cement in a ramp so people would not damage their trailers, have the City Public Works come and cut the grass, cut back the trees and put-up signs indicating it was a private boat launch for O’Reilly landowners only. That was not done. If I am elected Mayor, we will get it done – that is a promise.

Pat Dunn:

If it’s not a boat launch on public property it is not the City’s issue. If it is a City boat launch, contact your local Councillor and have it addressed in the normal manner.

Doug Elmslie:

With the public boat launch on O’Reilly Lane, it is not maintained by the City. I think the first thing we have to do is find out why it’s not maintained by the City. Is it City owned or is it one that popped up? Until we know the answer to that, we can’t do anything. Once we find

out the answer,

Faye McGee:

I understand the issues of a Board Launch area and would be prepared to look into the matter and help the community with their concerns.

Jim Riches:

This is not the only boat launch that needed the community’s help for maintenance. Student staff were nonexistent during Covid and unkempt landscaping was a symptom of that. A reactive team of workers needs to be employed for this kind of work that the City can do better. I would also employ a complaints system that could be automated and electronically managed to notify management of the problem. Emails can be a little harsh and cause too much blame, and adversarial relationships.

Kathleen Seymour-Fagan:

The situation with the boat launch on O’Reilly Lane would be something the local councillor would address for their constituents. Today (October 5), I have contacted the Director and he said that he will send out staff to assess the situation.

What’s your plan to address crime in light of the recent car break-ins.

Bill Denby:

I believe we need to involve the churches, police, Crimestoppers and Community Watch to set up in every neighbourhood across the City. Maybe install cameras in high crime areas -- put in ones that work and decoys so the people committing the crimes will not know which ones are real.

Pat Dunn:

Petty crime is a universal problem. The current bail reform act is inhibiting the Police’s ability to address it. Reform needs to come from the Federal government until then the Police and the Public need to be vigilant.

Doug Elmslie:

On the crime situation, in particular the break-ins, I think we need to encourage groups like Neighbourhood Watch and Crimestoppers. As our City grows, we need to have more police officers and we now pay the OPP

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to do the waterways, the trails and foot patrols in the summer time. So perhaps we need to expand those foot patrols to the shoulder seasons as well.

Faye McGee:

Obviously in regards to the car break ins etc. in our communities we need to have the police out and around in the areas so policing would need to be followed up.

Jim Riches:

Crime is a symptom of the broader problems that all modern society is facing, like mental health, addiction, job loss, housing affordability and other complex issues. I would find out if the items stolen provide monetary gain that would suggest organized crime, or small smash-and-grab items that suggest addiction. Then push our appropriate police agency to provide a solution.

Kathleen Seymour-Fagan:

According to police, the majority of car break-ins happen when vehicles are left unlocked. It’s a crime of opportunity. As for crime in general, I feel we need to do more to prepare for the ups and downs of life as well as give people hope for a better future. We can do that by making sure people can afford to put a roof over their heads and providing programs for mental wellness. As Mayor I would take an active role in advocating with other levels of government to find solutions.

Infrastructure. Roads are in terrible shape, sidewalks as well. How will we get Bobcaygeon to be respectable again as many locals and guests see our roads as a hazard.

Bill Denby:

We have to partner with the people and businesses if they want sidewalks and roads all repaired faster than the City can afford to have it done. My plan calls for all the roads and infrastructure to be repaired or replaced in my first 4-year term or I pay back my salary of $240,000 if I do not get my 13 Point Plan completed

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before the 4-year term is up. The biggest savings is going to be from our City-owned gravel pits that have been closed for 20 years. My plan is to reopen all our pits, hire a crusher and not buy more gravel on which we spend millions of dollars every year.

Pat Dunn:

We have an aggressive road maintenance program. We will continue to expand on it over the next four years. For a specific road, contact your Councillor and ask them to try and move it up on the list.

Doug Elmslie:

Roads, roads, roads. We all know what they’re about. Our 5-year Roads Plan is coming to Council and when we have seen the plan, we will be seeing it in the budget at which time Council will have the opportunity to debate, add roads, delete roads and swap roads. We need to get serious about it – not just roads but all of our infrastructure, some of which is crumbling. We need to get a handle on it and move forward.

Faye McGee:

I have said many times, the roads are one of the main issues that needs to be addressed. We need a plan in place and we need to share that with the taxpayers so they can see what is going to be happening in their own areas.

Jim Riches:

Climate change is making roads management very expensive and difficult to do effectively. April and November have seen more freeze/thaw cycles than ever before. That one factor has been the main culprit behind the road damage evident to everyone. Current staff management policies, (which taxpayers approve), can fix the roads simply by imputing millions of dollars.

Kathleen Seymour-Fagan:

We are all frustrated by our roads, but as the second largest municipality in Ontario with more cows than taxpayers, it is a daunting job. The most recent fiveyear Roads Study came out last year and identifies many Bobcaygeon roads that will be repaired in the upcoming years including a $3.7million major project for Canal Street commencing 2023.

How will you ensure the entire Kawartha Lakes are treated equally, not just Lindsay

Bill Denby:

If elected, 80 percent of taxpayers dollars will stay in the Ward it was collected from and 20 percent will go to Lindsay, because Lindsay has over 8,000 to 10,000 new housing builds over the next 10 years. This would increase the population to 40,000 to 60,0000 people or roughly 10,000 to 15,000 new houses, new tax revenue for Lindsay, plus all the new commercial developments.

Pat Dunn:

I disagree with the premise that all areas are not be treated equally. Councillors are your representative on Council, if they are not bringing issues forward you may get left out.

Doug Elmslie:

I think there is a misunderstanding about Lindsay getting “everything.” It is our largest metropolitan area and therefore everybody sees what’s going on there because it’s all in one place. If you live in Bobcaygeon, you might not know what’s happening in Kirkfield or Little Britain. When we do our budgets, we try very hard to equalize everything across the board. In actual fact, Lindsay pays between 30 and 33 percent of the property taxes and between 20 and 25 percent of the capital budget is spent in Lindsay.

Faye McGee:

I believe that since amalgamation some communities have moved forward but many have been left behind, it is time to bring us all together again and ensure every area is being treated fairly.

Jim Riches:

Get a City staff who can at the very least reassure the non-Lindsay community that they understand them. A requirement of hiring should be that City staff have modern people skills, and conflict avoidance training to communicate better with rural Kawartha Lakes residents. We are all in this together.

Kathleen Seymour-Fagan:

That has been a challenge since amalgamation. I will ensure that our priorities are based on need, not location and will continue to work with Councillors on the priorities of their ward.

With the promise of regulations coming for Short Term Rentals in the Spring of 2023, what do you think are the most important elements to include and address in the regulations? Do you support public consultation for their input?

Bill Denby:

Short-term rentals must be zoned Commercial and be licensed. A new By-law that lays out the rules should be developed, an annual fee for licensing, and an increase in property taxes. The best way to deal with it is to hold a round-table meeting to get input from all the stakeholders. Then arrive at a policy and program that reflects those discussions.

Pat Dunn:

Licensing and occupancy limits. We absolutely need public consultation.

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Doug Elmslie:

Short-term rentals have become a huge problem. When we get the information back from staff, I believe one of the recommendations will be to license Air BNBs. I think this will go a long way to giving us more control over them because if we can revoke the license, we can take away their ability to do business.

Faye McGee:

I understand that short term rentals have become a real issue in some of our communities so I think this needs to be looked into.

Jim Riches:

No Public consultation is needed. The entire taxation of short-term rentals will be done by the software companies that facilitate the rentals, based upon the postal codes in the CKL, and applied as a municipal hotel tax which will be a strong revenue stream for the City. A city staff member can easily monitor the online rental sites and require the software company provide a monthly list of homes being rented, and have them apply taxation accordingly.

Kathleen Seymour-Fagan:

I fully support public consultation because when we engage the public everyone wins. The problem with short-term rentals is the lack of accountability. They should be licensed and a fee paid for that licence. There should also be limits placed on how many can be in any one area.

How will the Mayoral candidates plan on addressing the economic concerns and changing demographic of our area.

Bill Denby:

My plan deals with good times and bad times for the people in the City. I plan to bring in a freeze on all buying, building, wasting taxpayers’ money. My goal in 4 years is to complete the first phase of the project to put in place the infrastructure and repair all roads first so the City is ready to grow for the next 30 to 50 years. That way we can meet all the changing demographics in the future that people will require. But if we do not lay the foundation, in 4 years we will be left behind again.

Pat Dunn:

Through our Economic Development Department we will continue to invite new businesses to the City. Building new infrastructure so they can purchase serviced land and having our developers included attainable housing in their plans are two key ingredients. If you want to have a skilled workforce they need a place to live.

Doug Elmslie:

We see that there are new builds going on, particularly in the Lindsay area. As those come online, it’s going to mean a larger tax base. That should mean that the tax

increases will slow down. My plan going forward is to continue to support “buy local. I would then look at our BIAs and Chambers working with our Economic Development department. We have things like Starter Company and Summer Company. With the Chamber and BIAs help, we can expand those programs to take in more businesses.

Faye McGee:

I do believe the best resource our municipality has is the Taxpayer and we need to involve them more in every issue and listen to them. There are changes happening in the area and I support development provided taxpayers have been given an opportunity to comment and all rules and regulations and policies are followed by the developer.

Jim Riches:

Lean on the City staff who are paid to manage economic development and culture to ensure they are earning their paychecks. I’m sure they already have some innovative ideas, since this is a huge 10-year problem.

Kathleen Seymour-Fagan:

The most important thing impacting residents and businesses of Kawartha Lakes is the future. Simply put, this election will set a course that puts us on a path for growth, a path for accountability, a path for responsible spending, a path that recognizes the affordability challenges people are facing, and embracing the opportunities we have to grow and prosper.

VOTING PIN LETTERS

ARE IN THE MAIL

Voting PIN letters for the 2022 Municipal Election are in the mail and will be arriving in the coming days. They contain the access codes for electors to cast their vote in the City of Kawartha Lakes.

Improved for 2022, voters will be given 10 days and 2 ways to cast their vote, starting Friday, October 14 at 9am and closing Monday, October 24 at 8pm. Electors can vote online or by telephone anywhere they have a connection and voting assistance is also available with computers and/or touchscreen kiosks at City Hall (26 Francis Street, Lindsay), all Municipal Service Centres and select Kawartha Lakes libraries across the community.

If you do not receive your Voting PIN Letter by end of day October 11, please visit a Municipal Service Centre or City Hall with sufficient ID proving your identity and address in Kawartha Lakes.

If you receive a Voting PIN Letter for a previous occupant, someone who has moved away or someone who is deceased, please send the letter back in the mail with a note on the front of the envelope stating “Return to Sender-Moved” or “Return to Sender-Deceased”.

For more information, visit www.kawarthalakes. ca/election.

ELECT WILLIAM DENBY MAYOR

With an open door policy ELECT!!

William J. Denby for MAYOR! I will get it done.

I am not a politician – never want to be called one – I am a business person because I care about my customers! I thought I should post some of my experiences in life that I have done over the years for the voters in the 2022 Municipal Election! I am a small Conservative and live my life under those principles! I am proud that I have lived in Victoria County and now the City of Kawartha Lakes, all my 63 years! Never left. Raised my family, ran successful businesses, thanks to the people that supported us. It is time to give back to the people of the City of Kawartha Lakes!

Please ELECT!! William J. Denby for MAYOR! I will get it done. That is a promise and I always keep my promises!! Just ask my wife Gwen.

William J. Denby for Mayor! I will get it done!

My

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My Commitments to the Voters if they put their TRUST in William J. Denby

1. I will donate 50% of my salary to charities and organizations.

1. I will donate 50% of my salary to charities and organizations.

2. Repair all roads within the City within my 4-year term.

2. Repair all roads within the City within my 4-year term.

3. 80% of taxpayer dollars collected will remain in each Ward for road, building, repairs.

3. 80% of taxpayer dollars collected will remain in each Ward for road, building, repairs.

I William J Denby running for Mayor, make the commitment to be held accountable by the People of the City of Kawartha Lakes for all my Promises that I made in my 13 Point Plan during the Municipal Election in 2022! William J Denby must deliver on every Promise that he made in his 13-point Plan to the people in the City of Kawartha Lakes during his 4-year term as Mayor if elected on Oct.24/2022 or agrees to pay back the $240,000.00 that I took for my Salary over the 4-year Term in Office as Mayor!

4. Along with Council, develop new Subdivision Agreement that covers every cost associated with the subdivision to protect taxpayers.

4. Along with Council, develop new Subdivision Agreement that covers every cost associated with the subdivision to protect taxpayers.

5. That only classes 3,4 and 5 lands can be developed inside the City’s limits that have enough water and sewage compacity. No subdivisions will go on class 1 and 2 land or on Wetlands without the developer paying full cost of road, schools, water & sewage upgrades with in the agreement!

5. That only classes 3,4 and 5 lands can be developed inside the City’s limits that have enough water and sewage compacity. No subdivisions will go on class 1 and 2 land or on Wetlands without the developer paying full cost of road, schools, water & sewage upgrades with in the agreement!

6. Conduct a Performance Standard Policy & Program on senior staff & departments annually along with Council to ensure taxpayer’s money is not being wasted.

6. Conduct a Performance Standard Policy & Program on senior staff & departments annually along with Council to ensure taxpayer’s money is not being wasted.

If Mayor William J Denby fails to deliver on all 13 points in his plan, I will repay 100% of my salary that I received over the 4-year Term to the City of Kawartha Lakes Revenue Department on or before I leave Office of the Mayor! The sum to be repaid would be $240,000.00 dollars that is refunded to the People in the City of Kawartha Lakes for my failure to deliver on my 13-point Plan for the City Growth! Furthermore, I agree never to seek Municipal Office in the City of Kawartha Lakes for life! I, William J Denby take the position for Mayor very seriously. I am not running for the Money, but to make the City of Kawartha Lakes a real working City! Too many people have run for Office over the last 20 years, that have not accomplished what needed to be done to place the City on a Solid Foundation for Planned Growth! That has to change if we are truly going to get good people on Council & in the Mayor's Office to build our City.

7. Freeze all property taxes for the next 4 years ensuring all Councilors and staff are living within their means. There is property tax revenue from new builds that will help offset the tax freeze.

7. Freeze all property taxes for the next 4 years ensuring all Councilors and staff are living within their means. There is property tax revenue from new builds that will help offset the tax freeze.

8. Mayor and Council members will only be able to serve 1 term. This will help to get more people standing for Council & Mayor positions.

8. Mayor and Council members will only be able to serve 1 term. This will help to get more people standing for Council & Mayor positions.

9. Building and buying of vehicles freeze be in place for the next 4 years on Mayor and Council, so all funds can go to repair all the roads in City of Kawartha Lakes.

9. Building and buying of vehicles freeze be in place for the next 4 years on Mayor and Council, so all funds can go to repair all the roads in City of Kawartha Lakes.

10. A plan and policy will be put in place to pay off the debt in a reasonable time. Any or all City properties declared surplus will be sold. The funds go to pay down the debt or repair roads.

10. A plan and policy will be put in place to pay off the debt in a reasonable time. Any or all City properties declared surplus will be sold. The funds go to pay down the debt or repair roads.

12. A new Master Plan for the City of Kawartha Lakes will be developed taking into consideration present and future demands on all services including water, sewage, roads, buildings, schools, EMS, fire and policing within the City for the next 30 years’ growth.

12. A new Master Plan for the City of Kawartha Lakes will be developed taking into consideration present and future demands on all services including water, sewage, roads, buildings, schools, EMS, fire and policing within the City for the next 30 years’ growth.

13. All Wards will come under 1 set of Bylaws across the City. Bylaws that infringe on people’s property rights on their property be removed. A complete review of all Bylaws that are in place under the City’s control that have a negative impact on growth will be removed.

13. All Wards will come under 1 set of Bylaws across the City. Bylaws that infringe on people’s property rights on their property be removed. A complete review of all Bylaws that are in place under the City’s control that have a negative impact on growth will be removed.

I am a strong believer that you must lead by example when seeking Public Office, regardless at what Level! Our Tax Payers deserve Better. This is your hard-earned money we are spending! You deserve & expect a return on your investment from the taxes you pay to the City.! You have not received a return on your investment for a long time, too many times you elect people that do nothing on Council! This is not the Time! There is a lot of work that must be done over the next 4 years by Council & myself, if we are to truly make this a working City! Furthermore, I commit to donate over my 4 year term as Mayor if elected, another $160,000.00 to Kawartha Community Care Building Project, $40,000.00 to the Kawartha Humane Society & $40,000.00 to Kawartha Food Bank Share! These Organizations do great things in our Community, year in & year out they deserve my help on behalf of all the People in the City of Kawartha Lakes! I am disappointed in the people that are running in this Election none of them are prepared to make the same commitment as William J Denby at this time! They have put their names in for Mayor & Council for the People of City of Kawartha Lakes to make it better for everyone. I hope & pray it is not for the money, they are truly committed to the Job if elected! Mayor's Salary $125,000.00 per year, Councilor Salary $60,000.00 you must deliver on Council if elected or you will be held accountable if elected at the end of your 4-year Term! These are my promises if you place your TRUST in William J Denby for Mayor! If the elected Council fails to deliver a working City at the end of 4 years, I will deal with that as your Mayor!!

The goal is to take back control of City Hall for the people in City of Kawartha Lakes. This will make the City run like a business so investments, growth and jobs will flow into our municipality! Finally, after all these years of amalgamation, we will have a City that works and is open for business!

The goal is to take back control of City Hall for the people in City of Kawartha Lakes. This will make the City run like a business so investments, growth and jobs will flow into our municipality! Finally, after all these years of amalgamation, we will have a City that works and is open for business!

I ask for your support & together we will build the City everyone deserves & dreams to live in, Work, raise their Family & Retire! I ask that you place your Trust in me, William J Denby on Election Day, together we will get it done! Thank you! William J Denby for Mayor

William Denby

Campaign Headquarters: 3900, Hwy 35, N., Cameron email: treasureislandresort@hotmail.com

will get it

My Commitments to the Voters if they put their TRUST in William J. Denby

1. I will donate 50% of my salary to charities and organizations.

2. Repair all roads within the City within my 4-year term.

3. 80% of taxpayer dollars collected will remain in each Ward for road, building, repairs.

4. Along with Council, develop new Subdivision Agreement that covers every cost associated with the subdivision to protect taxpayers.

5. That only classes 3,4 and 5 lands can be developed inside the City’s limits that have enough water and sewage compacity. No subdivisions will go on class 1 and 2 land or on Wetlands without the developer paying full cost of road, schools, water & sewage upgrades with in the agreement!

6. Conduct a Performance Standard Policy & Program on senior staff & departments annually along with Council to ensure taxpayer’s money is not being wasted.

7. Freeze all property taxes for the next 4 years ensuring all Councilors and staff are living within their means. There is property tax revenue from new builds that will help offset the tax freeze.

8. Mayor and Council members will only be able to serve 1 term. This will help to get more people standing for Council & Mayor positions.

9. Building and buying of vehicles freeze be in place for the next 4 years on Mayor and Council, so all funds can go to repair all the roads in City of Kawartha Lakes.

10. A plan and policy will be put in place to pay off the debt in a reasonable time. Any or all City properties declared surplus will be sold. The funds go to pay down the debt or repair roads.

12. A new Master Plan for the City of Kawartha Lakes will be developed taking into consideration present and future demands on all services including water, sewage, roads, buildings, schools, EMS, fire and policing within the City for the next 30 years’ growth.

13. All Wards will come under 1 set of Bylaws across the City. Bylaws that infringe on people’s property rights on their property be removed. A complete review of all Bylaws that are in place under the City’s control that have a negative impact on growth will be removed.

The goal is to take back control of City Hall for the people in City of Kawartha Lakes. This will make the City run like a business so investments, growth and jobs will flow into our municipality! Finally, after all these years of amalgamation, we will have a City that works and is open for business!

William Denby

Campaign Headquarters: 3900, Hwy 35, N., Cameron

treasureislandresort@hotmail.com

ELECT!! William J. Denby for Mayor! I will get it done!

CYCLING TOUR HAS SUCCESSFUL RETURN

Submitted by Jennifer Lopinski

Following two years of digital events, more than 140 enthusiastic riders took to city roads on August 27 for our 19th Annual Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour. With a variety of scenic trail and road routes, feedback from this year’s event has been overwhelmingly positive. Riders and supporters raised over $30,000 in support of A Place Called Home and the newly constructed emergency shelter.

Jennifer Lopinski, Fund Development Coordinator said, “It was a wonderfully attended event. Riders of every age and skill level came out to support A Place Called Home and those experiencing homelessness in our community while enjoying an incredible bike ride through the most beautiful routes in the Kawarthas. It was beyond heart warming to see our community champion together to help those facing homelessness. Every dollar raised will be used to provide essential support to those currently staying in our shelter and those accessing our outreach services.“

A Place Called Home would like to thank our title sponsor Boston Pizza, gold sponsors Kawartha Lakes Business Equipment, Economy Wheels Nissan, Russell West Optometry, and Weed Man Kawartha Lakes. We would also like to thank our organizing committee who volunteered their time to make this event a reality, event director Deb Smith, the generous support from Long Point, and the many people who contributed towards making this event a tremendous success! Anyone interested in finding out more about the Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour is encouraged to contact Jennifer Lopinski, Fund Development Coordinator at A Place Called Home at: (705) 8786817 or at jennifer@apch.ca or visit A Place Called Home’s website at www.apch.ca.

ONLINE AUCTION TO HELP THE KIDS

Submitted by Bill Eekhof

As the weather gets colder outside, warm up to some great online buys that will give you a head start on the holiday shopping season while supporting children in the region.

Five Counties Children’s Centre is announcing its

Fall Online Auction that runs from October 12 to 17, in which Every Bid Helps a Kid. Bid on amazing, oneof-a-kind items, some of them made by local artisans, including members of the Kawartha Woodturners Guild and Lindsay Creative Quilters’ Guild. Items currently up for bids include: homemade blankets, wood-turned bowls, toys, gift baskets, and gift cards to local shops.

“Get a head start on holiday shopping, as there are many unique and varied items that will appeal to all ages and interests,” says Lyn Giles, Director of Fund Development with Five Counties Children’s Centre. “We’re so grateful to our many new and returning donors who have made this auction possible. All items have been donated, which means every dollar of your purchase goes directly towards helping Five Counties kids!”

People are encouraged to mark the dates and bookmark the online portal for the Five Counties Fall Online Auction – visit https://events.readysetauction. com/fivecountieschildrenscentre/Fall). Items up for bidding can be viewed in advance, with the actual auction opening on October 12 at 8am and closing on October 17 at 8pm. Winning bidders will be contacted once the auction closes and provided payment and pickup information.

ORANGE SHIRT DAY AT TRENT LAKES LIBRARY

Submitted by Stephanie McPherson

Trent Lakes Public Library was honoured to welcome Kristinanne Gillespie for Story Time to help us pay respect on Orange Shirt Day. We honoured the babies and children who endured residential schools, and the lifelong trauma that followed for the students and their families. We thought about the thousands of graves that have finally been acknowledged and reflected upon those that have not been discovered. We remember to be respectful, to educate ourselves, and to listen to the stories of those survivors. Miigwetch.

GET READY FOR WINTER

Submitted by Garret Alexander

October has arrived, and Kawartha Lakes locals are beginning to feel the brisk winter winds on their faces. This has many residents thinking about how to prepare their homes for the winter months to come. Well, the Kawartha Promoter and Sticks and Stone Carpentry have you covered.

Here are your five tips to get a home winter ready: Windows & Doors

Sealed windows and doors can have a drastic effect on Canadian hydro bills. In fact, it has such a significant effect that The United States energy department published an article in 2018 saying, “reducing drafts can lower your home’s energy costs by up to 20 percent per year.”

To prevent unnecessary heat loss, homeowners should inspect all entryways around windows and doors. Residents should look at weather-stripping for any signs of deterioration and silicone beads around the perimeters. Beads should show zero signs of fraying or discoloration.

Any signs of damage should warrant a replacement before the temperatures begin to drop below zero degrees.

Outdoor Pipes

Dropping temperature will also make outdoor pipes begin to freeze. Homeowners can prevent this by turning off any outdoor water valves.

Sealing off and draining outdoor pipelines stops water from reaching freezing temperatures and could help prevent pipes from bursting due to ice expansion.

Roofing

As pipes began to freeze, so does the moisture on Canadian roofs. It’s important to have a qualified local roofer inspect residents’ homes each fall.

Fall preparation for winter snow is crucial for roofs. That is why homes need to be water-resistant. Have a professional look at your shingles, vents, chimney stacks, and water seals. This may prevent homeowners from paying for water damage repairs in the spring.

Fireplaces

Fireplaces are a great way to stay warm in the winter, but an unmaintained fireplace can be a deadly and costly asset in a home. From chimney stack fires to carbon monoxide poisoning, if left uncleaned and unrepaired, home residents are at risk of serious injury. Locals should have a professional clean their stack yearly to get the most out of their homes.

Firewood

With the temperatures dropping daily and the demand for firewood rising hourly, logging companies are starting to prepare wood for the locals in their area. In some cases, contacting a private firewood vendor in their slower selling months can save residents money in the long run. Vendors may consider bulk deals in their starting months to start their profit margin early. Letting your wood moisture content dry out leads to better-burning wood.

Note: Contact your local professional before proceeding with anything posted in this article. Every house is different and may require other solutions then the ones posted in this column. Be safe, be cautious always call your local professionals first.

PLAYGROUND CLOSED FOR REPAIRS

Fall Dinner Theatre

October 28-30, November 4-6 and November 11/12

The playground at Tommy Anderson Park (94 Dunn Street, Bobcaygeon)

31 for reconstruction.

be closed until Monday,

The playground will be fenced off and closed to the public and will not be available for use during the closure period. Other park amenities will not be affected by this reconstruction.

For further information, contact the Kawartha Lakes Parks and Recreation Division by calling 324-9411 extension 1301 or e-mail recreation@kawarthalakes.

Tickets are selling out fast for the return of dinner theatre at the BCC. Presenting the comedy, “A Red Plaid Shirt” by Michael Wilmot, a fun romp about two couples navigating retirement. Enjoy a delicious 3-course dinner. Tickets are $45 per person. Call the BCC at 705-657-8833 to order your tickets! Please note, some dates are already sold out.

Festival of Trees - November 21 to December 12

It’s Christmas inside the BCC with trees and home decor for the season. More details are coming soon.

LOTS GOING ON AT THE BCC

The Buckhorn Community Centre continues to be a hive of activity this Fall. You can find out more at www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com.

Harvest Craft Show - October 8 to 10

This popular annual event is back Thanksgiving weekend. Vendors are offering knitwear, clothing, jewellery, metal work, home decor and much more. Start your holiday shopping early, or get something great for yourself. Doors open at 10am each day. Admission is $5 and please leave your pets at home.

Lasagna Lunch & Loonie Auction - October 19

Come on out for a delicious lunch including lasagna, Caesar salad, garlic bread, dessert and refreshments at 12:15, followed by a loonie auction. A fundraiser for the BCC, the cost is only $15. Pre-register by calling 705-657-8833.

Horoscopes

Aquarius (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19) Make each step of every day count! Don’t throw away opportunities that beckon, Aquarius. Don’t leave behind regrets!

Pisces (Feb. 20 to March 20) Details are crucial! Don’t forget the small things, Pisces. You won’t get very far on a smackin’ new bicycle if there’s a broken spoke.

Aries (March 21 to April 20) “We must believe that it is the darkest before the dawn of a beautiful new world. We will see it when we believe it.”: Saul Alinsky. Hope is a powerful weapon against despair, dear Aries.

Taurus (April 21 to May 21) Remember, Taurus, that flexibility can be a key ingredient to making things run smoothly, both in the work place and on the home front. There is never just black and white.

Gemini (May 22 to June 22) “We all rise higher when we rise together.” Don’t leave someone behind in your search for the mountain top, Gemini. Rather, work together - the path will be easier and quicker.

Cancer (June 23 to July 23) Lose yourself in the natural beauty surrounding you at this time of year, Cancer. Relax and re-energize at the same time!

Leo (July 24 to Aug. 23) Tough decisions lie ahead, Leo, but you are strong and your integrity is unquestioned. All will be well.

Virgo (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23) You don’t have to do “everything”, dear Virgo. Don’t be afraid to “let go” of one of your responsibilities. Life isn’t a list of all our “to-dos”.

Libra (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23) Feeling helpless? Overwhelmed? Reach out. Talk to someone you trust. A comfy, soft shoulder to cry on is a beautiful thing!

Scorpio (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22) Is there fun, joy, happiness in each of your days, Scorpio? If not, why not?? These are important and healthy ways to make life count!

Sagittarius (Nov. 23 to Dec. 21) “The flower which is single need not envy the thorns that are numerous,”: Rabindranath Tagore. Believe that you are a single flower, Sagittarius, a beautiful rose, and disregard all the other thorny people around you!

Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 20) Pursue your goals in out of the way places and by out of the ordinary means, Capricorn. You don’t have to rely on the tried and true. Step out of the corner!

Classifieds

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. Euchre as usual at 1 p.m. FUND RAISER OCT 18TH 12 NOON CASINO DAY MEMBERS ONLY PLUS GUESTS COST $7 EACH WITH OCTOBERFEST SAUSAGE ON A BUN AND POTATO SALAD BEING SERVED. COME FOR A FUN DAY AT ROLETTE, CRAPS AND BLACK JACK. NO EUCHRE THAT DAY. 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

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